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On Self-Transformation with Lee John
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On Self-Transformation with Lee John

n°8: Finding purpose in the void (and other good nuggets)

Okay, TAKE TWO ✌️ I originally interviewed Lee John over a month ago. After an hour of pure gold dialogue, I went to stop recording only to realize that had never pushed the little red button to begin with.

This is our second attempt and I am pleased to report that I think it turned out even better than the first. Success!

Lee stopped by the Studio for what I’d classify as a soulful catch-up session. He is a fitness coach, musician, son, brother, fiancé and dear, longtime friend from my hometown. I learned that he’s also a great storyteller and interviewee, though I shouldn’t be surprised. We talked about how he pivoted in his life in big ways over the past few years, both in his career and in his relationship, and came out the other side with even more passion and purpose than before.

The next time you’re in the car or cooking dinner, press play to add some richness to your day. Comment below: what was your favorite nugget from this episode with Lee?

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A post shared by Lee John | Coach + Drummer (@leejohnofficial)
A post shared by Lee John | Coach + Drummer (@leejohnofficial)
A post shared by Lee John | Coach + Drummer (@leejohnofficial)

Show Nuggets

We agreed to swirl around the topic of transformation. In this 38-minute chat, we touch on:

  • Questions to ask yourself to start finding your purpose

  • What the flow state feels like for Lee

  • How your flow state can bring you to your desire and your purpose

  • How to bring intention to smaller decisions to reach your bigger goals

  • Conscious responsibility, and the difference between “passive ice cream” and “proactive ice cream”🍦

  • How continuously cultivating self-compassion helps us when we stumble (as opposed to beating ourselves up, feeling guilty or feeling like giving up)

  • Qualities of a committed relationship that allows both individuals to transform, evolve and grow

  • The value of learning the skill of sticking through difficult times when you’d otherwise bail

  • Why focusing on consistency (vs extremism) is key for any transformation or progress you want to make in any area of your life

  • Other things mentioned: I Ching (as part of journaling practice); SayReal (he and Naia’s band); Ikigai (venn diagram for finding your career)

Find Lee on Instagram @leejohnofficial

Was super good to have you, Lee. Come by again soon! 💛


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