593. Finding the Blessings in the Broken Pieces w/ J. Lewis III

The Far Side of Fitness

In this interview, Dr. Parker talks with John Lewis III about his personal journey and professional insights into understanding and managing grief. John shares how the loss of his wife in 2016 led him to delve deeply into the subject and ultimately transform his life and career. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging grief, converting grief's energy into positive action, and the distinction between blame and responsibility. John also discusses the role of belief, self-improvement strategies, and the necessity of finding purpose in one's struggles. The conversation addresses different forms of grief, the science behind emotional energy, and includes practical advice for those facing loss.

Intro Music by Wordsmith: www.wordsmithmusic.com

John's Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jlewisiiimotivation/

Website: https://jl3motivation.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlewisiiimotivation/

Dr. D's Links:

www.doctordarianparker.com

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Time Stamps:

00:27 John's Personal Journey with Grief

02:55 Transforming Grief into Motivation

05:39 The Science of Grief and Energy 1

7:02 Expanding the Concept of Grief

18:50 Practical Advice for Coping with Grief

24:02 John's Services and Contact Information

26:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts