EP25: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life ft. John O'Leary
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In this episode, John O'Leary, bestselling author and motivational speaker, dives into the powerful impact that choosing love over fear can have on our lives. He reflects on how fear, while a useful motivator, shouldn't define our everyday existence. Instead, love—whether it’s toward ourselves or others—should be the driving force behind our actions, decisions, and mindset.
John shares wisdom on how we can recognize fear and use it as a tool, rather than living in it. He introduces the concept of consciously opting into love in every situation, whether it's how we greet others or how we face life’s obstacles. Drawing inspiration from OG Mandino’s philosophy, John encourages listeners to ask themselves the transformative question, "What more can I do?"—a question that has guided him in his own journey and can help listeners unlock their greatest potential.
This episode is a call to action to let go of the past, embrace the present, and take bolder steps toward a future of purpose, love, and significance.
He now inspires a great amount of people around the world to go beyond just “living.” His podcast, “Live Inspired,” is in the top 20 of the business category in Apple Podcasts and his book “On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life” was an instant #1 best seller, selling more than 40,000 copies in less than a year! https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-Fire/John-OLeary/9781501117725
Show Notes
1:16- Intro
4:31- Shocking subtitles
5:15- The life changing incident
8:11- Dying or living
9:27- The fight to come back
14:08- Learning something from everyone
17:06- First day home from the hospital
19:19- No tolerance for a victim mentality
21:01- Denial vs. self-acceptance
29:27- "Would you do it all again?"
33:10- Gratitude
35:12- Sense of purpose
45:29- "I want to be a part of the team that changes the world"
47:40- Getting out of the victim mindset
51:22- "It's not perfect, but it's good."
54:03- Children's mindset
58:31- Coping with kids
59:35- Nurse Roy
1:07:33- Glenn Cunningham
1:12:51- Success
1:14:07- How to let go of fears and choose love
1:18: 13-Og Mandino
1:20: 18- Final thoughts
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