#45 - A Grateful Dad Whose Life Changed After A Trip with Josh Polsky

In this week's episode, we sit down with Josh Polsky. Hosted by Ben, this episode is an intimate conversation with Josh discussing his upbringing in St. Louis, his passion for the Grateful Dead, and the night that changed his life. Tune in to this special episode of the "Too Dad to Quit" podcast about how Josh Polsky traveled the country after converting from a "dead head" hater to a festival-going dead head. Learn how Josh fell into a 23-year career in marketing and a more recent life as DJ Polsky as well as Josh sharing the most impactful trip of his life. Josh takes us on a journey through his life and the work he has done to make him the man and dad he is today. Contact Us to Share Your Story: https://toodadtoquit.com/contact

Watch This Episode: https://youtu.be/sQAChbY-GSQ

Chapters: 00:00 Understanding Personal Processes and Introducing the Two Dads to Quit Podcast

01:55 Interview with Digital Marketer Josh Polsky

03:16 Casual Conversation about Personal Experiences

05:31 Living in a Small Town and the Appeal of Hobbit Houses

10:02 Exploring Caves at Bay Guvrin and Unexpectedly Strong Acid Experience

17:18 Religion, Negativity, and Personal Experience

24:08 Discovering DJing at a Trance Festival

28:53 Turning Rock Songs into Lullabies and a Career in Marketing

32:34 Challenges of Running a Marketing Company in Israel as an Independent American

34:34 Reflecting on Past Relationships and Personal Growth

35:34 Selling a Business, Job Hunt, and Enjoying Hobbies

39:51 Living in a Small Country: Advantages and Cool Diving Spot

43:57 Discovering Hidden Gems in Israel

46:42 The Power of Patience

47:08 Exploring NLP Certification as an Alternative to a Psych Degree

53:10 Watching My Children Grow and Finding Happiness

56:12 Closing Remarks of To Dad To Quit Podcast

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Episode References:

Book: Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving: A Guide and Map for Recovering from Childhood Trauma by Pete Walker, https://www.amazon.com/Complex-PTSD-Surviving-RECOVERING-CHILDHOOD/dp/1492871842

Psychedelics in Congress via FoxNews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgOuvlRWYZ4

Beit Guvrin National Park: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beit_Guvrin-Maresha_National_Park

Coppadocia Turkey via Lost LeBlanc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCQwOusdMfk

Masada Caves via BengineerTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2nKX3_jshA

Reach out to Josh:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/polsky

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuapolsky

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