John began life as an adventurer. He took on climbing mountains that have never again been climbed, was active in wars, revolutions and many thrill-seeking adventures that brought him near death a dozen times.
\nIn the midst of a war, he had a light bulb moment and realized that all the thrill and adventure had not brought him meaning in life. He shares his story and journey of how he found the life of serving and helping others that he lives today.
\nSome areas of discussion:
\n\xb7 Life as an adventurer
\n\xb7 Taking enormous risks in the battle in Vietnam
\n\xb7 Solving difficult public problems
\n\xb7 Life in the Foreign Service
\n\xb7 Life as a Diplomat
\n\xb7 The power of story to change people
\n\xb7 Creating curriculum for students to provide the best service-learning free on the planet.
\n\xb7 Realizing the fullness of who you are
\n\xb7 Overcoming PTSD
\n\xb7 Life\u2019s moral compass in asking big questions such as: what will build justice, end pain?
\n\xb7 Men struggling to find their feminine side
\n-Loving your kids is meaningful
\n-Playing catch, being a coach to your kids team, taking your grandkids for a while
\n-Being compassionate to someone that hates your guts
\n\xb7 Finding what your meant to do
\n\xb7 Creating meaning that lasts in your life
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