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World-renowned inspirational speaker + national bestselling author John O’Leary wants to help you wake up from accidental living so you can do, be, achieve and impact more through your life. Every Monday, John shares a quick burst of inspiration to help start your week on fire. Every Thursday, John interviews an amazing guest on their story, successes, failures, lessons, and life to help you uncover tips to apply in yours.
Human trafficking is a massive, worldwide problem. It's estimated that 20-40 million people are victims of this form for modern slavery, and our communities are not exempt.
Today I welcome survivor Rebecca Bender to share her harrowing journey from being human trafficked for nearly six years to now helping other survivors escape + rebuild their lives. In Rebecca's story, you're going to hear what she's been through, what she learned along the way and most importantly that you're not defined by what you've been through.
My friends, today's conversation is incredibly emotional, important and timely. Human trafficking, specifically sex trafficking is a topic we seldom talk or think about, but one that's happening, quietly, all around us.
SHOW NOTES:
On Live Inspired Podcast ep. 82, I welcomed Christine Caine to share her story. As a global anti-human-trafficking abolitionist, Christine was honored with the 2017 Mother Teresa Memorial Award for Social Justice for her work. Listen to Christine Caine on ep. 82.
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REBECCA BENDER'S LIVE INSPIRED 7
1. What is the best book you've ever read? God's Leading Lady by T.D. Jakes.
2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today? Innocence and trust. I wish I walked into situations almost more expecting the good.
3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? The Bible from when I got saved 17 years ago. It has every note and every promise God has ever given me, highlighted and dated.
4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? Martin Luther King Jr. and I'd ask how he got through the pressure, how he radically changed a nation, where did he start... I have so many questions!
6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? "Run now, you can do it." If I couldn't run, I'd say, "It's going to be okay. You're going to be okay. Your daughter is going to be okay. You're going to get through this."
7. It's been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? Against all odds, I will shine.
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"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
In honor of this great man's birthday and national holiday, I am sharing an excerpt from my first book ON FIRE that best demonstrates the immense power of love in my own life + the three simple words that changed my life.
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Rudy Pérez is the definition of a music legend and has earned international success by shining the spotlight on others. He's written + produced hundreds of chart-topping songs for superstars like Beyoncé, Julio Iglesias and Christina Aguilera and has earned five Grammy Awards.
As the first Latin music artist to win Billboard Magazine's Producer of the Decade, Rudy candidly shares about fleeing Cuba under Fidel Castro's reign and surviving a street gang. He also shares how he learned to embrace his talents and behind-the-scenes stories of his unprecedented career.
Today's conversation will remind you that with hard work, dedication and faith, anything is possible.
SHOW NOTES:
If you enjoyed hearing from a Grammy Award winner, you'll love my conversation with gospel singer Erica Campbell. Erica shares her journey of finding her angelic voice, becoming a wife + mother and her faith in God. Listen to Erica on ep. 190.
RUDY PÉREZ LIVE INSPIRED 7
1. What is the best book you've ever read? The Bible, specifically the book of Job.
2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today? My tenacity and curiosity. Curiosity is so important and I wish young musicians today would be more curious about the greats of the past.
3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? A guitar my wife bought me.
4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? Beethoven, Bach or one of those geniuses.
5. What is the best advice you've ever received? Happy wife, happy life!
6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Love. Love everyone.
7. It's been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? He was the guy that did everything and never said he did anything.
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Today's question was submitted by Live Inspired community member Robert.
Robert asked: In your life, you've had to cross that bridge of acceptance. Was there a moment, another event, a six-month, one-year or multi-year turning point? Can you say what moved your mindset forward?
Tune in to hear my answer.
If you have questions or want to share how the Live Inspired Podcast has impacted your life, send them to me and my team at podcast@johnolearyinspires.com. Can't wait to hear from you!
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In his three-decade-long NASCAR career, Kenny Wallace has competed in over 900 races, earned nine wins, and was named Most Popular Driver three times. Yet, he hasn't let this hard-earned success change who he is.
Today, Kenny shares the snapshots that changed his life forever, including the death of his brother Mike Wallace's young son + helping Dale Earnhardt Sr. win the last race of his life.
You're going to love this hearing his humble roots shaped him, the passion he has for racing, his recent self-reflection and how he strives every day to be his iconic, happy, fun-loving self.
SHOW NOTES:
Did hearing from a professional sports athlete inspired you? You'll love our Sports + Athletes playlist! From Olympic medalist Scott Hamilton to undefeated boxing champion Laila Ali, our Sports + Athlete playlist will inspire you to step off the sideline + get back into the game of life. Listen to our Sports + Athlete playlist here.
KENNY WALLACE'S LIVE INSPIRED 7
1. What is the best book you've ever read? Walk This Way by Aerosmith.
2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today? It's not that I talk, it's that I break the silence.
3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? This tiny picture of my dad as a kid.
4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? My dad. I'd ask him things that I never had enough nerve to ask him like, "why was I never good enough for you?" I'd think his answer would be, "I didn't mean it that way. I just wanted to know so I could tell my friends."
5. What is the best advice you've ever received? Rusty Wallace told me, "Hope for the best; prepare for the worst."
6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Calm down!
7. It's been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? Excessive happiness.
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"It's not only the scenery you miss by going fast. You also miss the sense of where you are going and why." – Eddie Cantor
All the buzz and excitement, planning and time away from work, exchanging gifts and catching up with loved ones... and now it's over. We're headed back to work, to school... to real life.
Today I share the sage advice from my grandmother: slow down and not miss the gifts that are in front of you right now.
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Steve Jobs is widely recognized as one of the most influential inventors of our time, pioneering the personal computer, the iPod and iPhone.
Yet his eldest daughter Lisa Brennan-Jobs often remembers a painful childhood spent seeking recognition, acceptance and approval from Apple's visionary leader.
Today, Lisa courageously opens up about the complicated relationship with her iconic father, how taking a decade to write her memoir Small Fry was therapeutic and what she wishes her father would have told her before his death.
SHOW NOTES:
If you enjoyed today's episode, listen to Live Inspired Podcast ep. 19 with William Paul Young. Paul shares he moved past his trauma and learned to embrace his faults. Listen to ep. 19 here.
LISA BRENNAN-JOBS' LIVE INSPIRED 7
1. What is the best book you've ever read? Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson.
2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today? I was bossier then.
3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? One of my mother's paintings.
4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? I'd have one more conversation with my father. Not because he was famous.
5. What is the best advice you've ever received? "Go all out," from my therapist when I was younger.
6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Keep on working in the direction of what you love. No shortcuts. Make lots of new friends. Date kind men.
7. It's been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? She was big-hearted, powerful, a force! She contributed greatly to the lives of many many people, including huge numbers of children.
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The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written. We can help write that story by setting goals."– Melody Beattie
How can you ensure that 2020 is your best year yet? Follow these 4 simple tips:
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Today I'm excited to welcome someone who had a profound influence on me in my late twenties.
Patrick Lencioni is the New York Times bestselling author of 11 books, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, and has sold over 6 million copies around the world. He also launched The Table Group, which has pioneered the organizational health movement.
Pat is a polished author and speaker, but today we discuss topics he seldom shares: his childhood, his marriage, parenting. You're going to hear some of the mistakes he's made, the lessons he's learned, and what it means for you.
You are going to leave today's conversation with new insight and understanding of leadership, having courageous conversations, and life.
SHOW NOTES:
Pat + I chat about our mutual friend and past Live Inspired Podcast guest Matt Maher. Matt is an internationally acclaimed Christian singer and joined us to share about living a life of outwardly focused abundance. Listen to ep. 60 here.
PATRICK LENCIONI'S LIVE INSPIRED 7
1. What is the best book you've ever read? Be Healed by Bob Schuchts and Dean Koontz's Odd Thomas series.
2. What is a characteristic or trait that you possessed as a child that you wish you still exhibited today? I was more determined, but I like who I am today better than I was then.
3. Your house is on fire, all living things and people are out. You have the opportunity to run in and grab one item. What would it be? Pictures of my family.
4. You are sitting on a bench overlooking a gorgeous beach. You have the opportunity to have a long conversation with anyone living or dead. Who would it be? My wife. If it couldn't be my wife or kids, it'd be you and I'd call my wife and kids over.
5. What is the best advice you've ever received? The purpose of marriage is to become holy, not happy.
6. What advice would you give your 20-year-old self? Seek healing early in your life so you don't have to act on them.
7. It's been said that all great people can have their lives summed up in one sentence. How do you want yours to read? He was imperfect but strove for humility and trusted Jesus.
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This time of year often creates stress and disappointment for so many. We're focused on the stuff -- parties, food, presents -- and missing out on the things that really matter. The true joy, peace, and love that are often born in the least likely of places.
This Christmas week, I challenge you to take pause. Take time to celebrate the amazing gifts of your life. It's the greatest gift you'll ever open: that regardless of what you encounter today or face tomorrow, there is reason to rejoice, celebrate and sing out. [Tweet this.]
I wish each of you a healthy and happy holiday, a very merry Christmas and a joy-filled New Year. The best is yet to come.
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