Leading Our Own Way

Andrew White

"Leading Our Own Way" (LOOW) is a captivating podcast spotlighting resilience in remarkable journeys. Each episode shares how individuals overcome adversity, emerging stronger and empowered. It's a beacon of hope, amplifying transformative stories and offering insights for self-discovery. Celebrating human resilience, it invites listeners to witness triumph over challenges. Beyond storytelling, it's a testament to human strength, inspiring global audiences to embrace inner resilience. Join us to celebrate triumphs and the transformative power of resilience in shaping destinies.

  1. 4 days ago

    Ancestral Echoes with Luke Bayley on Healing, Mediumship, and What's Coming Next - Part 2

    The deepest purpose is rarely born from comfort. It is forged from the hardest chapters of a life fully lived. In Part 2 of this conversation, Luke Bayley goes somewhere few guests have gone on this podcast. He opens up about the childhood that shaped him, the mental health challenges that ran through his family, and the dysfunctional home environment he navigated while quietly carrying abilities the world had no framework to understand. He didn't just survive those years. He mined them for meaning. What emerged from that pain is a man on a genuine mission. Luke is working to revitalise the International Academy of Astrology, fighting to keep real human wisdom at the centre of a field that is increasingly being diluted by shortcuts and artificial intelligence. He believes astrology is not a party trick. It is a tool for understanding the patterns of your life, for making sense of the choices that brought you here, and for connecting to something far greater than yourself. In this part, we explore mediumship, the power of ancestral connection, and what spiritual communication has taught Luke about living with intention. We talk about what it means to step fully into who you are, even when your past tried to convince you otherwise. And we talk about community, about the human need for genuine connection in a world that keeps asking us to settle for less. This is the part where everything comes together. Where the journey makes sense. Where the wounds point to the work. Luke Bayley doesn't just talk about leading your own way. He has lived it in the most extraordinary fashion. If this conversation has stirred something in you, please share it with someone who is ready to hear it. And if you haven't already, leaving a five-star review on your platform of choice takes less than a minute and helps this show reach the people who need it most. Every single review matters more than you know. Thank you for being here. Connect with Luke Youtube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LukeBayley-astrologer⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://astrocollege.com/⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lukebayleyastrology/⁠⁠ Facebook:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559400591104&sk=about&locale=en_GB⁠⁠ Key Topics - Luke Bailey’s childhood and family trauma - His development of psychic and spiritual abilities - The history and hidden symbols of astrology and the Last Supper - The impact of AI on spiritual and astrological fields - The importance of authenticity and living true to oneself - How to communicate with spirits and ancestors - The role of mental health and mental trauma in spiritual development - The significance of understanding human nature through astrology - The future of astrology and spiritual sciences in a technological world Chapters 🔴 (00:00) Welcome Back with Luke Bayley 🔴 (01:59) Childhood Trauma and Family Experiences 🔴 (04:04) Spiritual Awakening and Psychic Abilities 🔴 (05:58) The History of Astrology and Its Hidden Symbols 🔴 (08:10) Spirit Communication and Connecting With Ancestors 🔴 (09:56) The Impact of AI on Astrology and Spiritual Sciences 🔴 (12:08) Living Authentically and Overcoming Societal Judgment 🔴 (18:03) The Role of Astrology in Understanding Human Nature 🔴 (20:07) The Future of Astrology and Spiritual Research 🔴 (21:49) How to Use Astrology for Practical Life Insights 🔴 (23:48) The Importance of Authenticity and Contribution 🔴 (26:04) Connecting With Spirit Guides and Ancestors 🔴 (32:06) The Role of Intuition and Mental Clarity in Spiritual Work 🔴 (34:00) How Astrology Can Help in Everyday Decision Making 🔴 (35:56) The Importance of Understanding Human Nature Through Astrology 🔴 (41:58) The Significance of Personal Stories and Lessons 🔴 (49:50) Final Thoughts on Leading Your Own Way and Spiritual Growth Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠

    Ancestral Echoes with Luke Bayley on Healing, Mediumship, and What's Coming Next - Part 2
  2. 5 days ago ·  Bonus

    The Signs Were Always There with Luke Bayley | Tuesday Truths

    What if the life you were always meant to live has been waiting for you to stop fighting it? This week's Tuesday Truths brings you the most powerful moments from my two-part conversation with astrologer, intuitive, and genuine trailblazer Luke Bayley. If you haven't had time to sit with the full episodes, this is your starting point. And if you have already listened, consider this your reminder of what hit hardest. Luke's story is not one you forget easily. From a childhood where he sensed and saw things the world around him couldn't explain, through a complicated upbringing shaped by family pain and mental health challenges, to becoming a professional astrologer on a mission to bring real human wisdom back to an ancient science, Luke has done the work. Not the polished, easy version of the work. The raw, honest, sometimes lonely kind that quietly transforms everything. In these bite-size highlights, we touch on fate versus free will, the destiny points that redirect our lives whether we are ready or not, the role of intuition in everyday decisions, spirit communication, ancestral connection, and what it truly means to live as your most authentic self without apology. Luke was the first guest to ever return to Leading Our Own Way. He was part of my 100th episode. And he was one of the only people who saw me at my absolute lowest point. This conversation carries real weight, and I hope you feel that in every clip. Take fifteen minutes today. Listen. And ask yourself honestly what signs you might have been ignoring. If today's Tuesday Truths sparked something in you, go back and listen to the full two-part series with Luke. The link is in the show notes. And if you are enjoying Leading Our Own Way, a five-star review on your platform takes less than a minute and helps this show reach the people who need it most. Every single one makes a difference. Thank you for showing up every week. Keep leading your own way. Connect with Luke Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LukeBayley-astrologer⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://astrocollege.com/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lukebayleyastrology/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559400591104&sk=about&locale=en_GB⁠⁠⁠ Key Topics - Luke Bayley's childhood and early intuition - The journey to becoming a professional astrologer - The role of signs and spiritual guidance in life - Overcoming darkness and family challenges - Revitalising the field of astrology and human connection - The significance of medals and legacy in personal history - The importance of listening to signs and inner voices Takeaways - The universe communicates with us through signs if we slow down and listen. - Embracing your unique abilities can lead to a meaningful life. - Personal challenges often lead to spiritual growth and self-discovery. - Authenticity involves leaning into what makes you different. - Listening to the universe's signs can change your life's trajectory. Chapters 🔴(00:00) Introduction and Luke Bailey's background 🔴(01:59) Luke's childhood and early intuition 🔴(03:59) Journey into astrology and self-discovery 🔴(05:25) Overcoming darkness and family challenges Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠ Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠   📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠  📚Buy My Book 📚 ‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠  Newsletters 📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠ #AstrologyTok #SpiritualTok #WakeUp #LiveAuthentically  #TrustYourIntuition #FollowYourPath #LifeLessons  #Mindfulness #LeadingOurOwnWay #LOOWPodcast #AndrewWhite

    The Signs Were Always There with Luke Bayley | Tuesday Truths
  3. 6 days ago

    When the Universe Speaks, Are You Listening? | Luke Bayley - Part 1

    Some people spend their whole lives searching for their purpose. Luke Bayley was born already carrying his. From childhood, Luke sensed things he couldn't explain. Connections others couldn't see. Moments that felt like memories of something that hadn't happened yet. Rather than suppress it, he spent decades learning to understand it, and what emerged from that journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Luke Bayley is a professional astrologer, an intuitive, and the first guest in Leading Our Own Way history to return for a second conversation. He was part of the milestone 100th episode, but more than that, he is someone who walked beside me during one of the darkest chapters of my life. He saw me when I was at my lowest point. That kind of presence changes you. In Part 1 of this conversation, we explore the moments that shaped Luke's path. His early psychic experiences, the complicated upbringing he navigated, the tension between what the world expected of him and what he knew himself to be, and the quiet, persistent voice he kept choosing to follow. We talk about fate, free will, intuition, and what it really looks like to trust the signs the universe sends you even when the timing makes no sense. This is a conversation about courage. The courage to be different. The courage to keep going when everything feels uncertain. And the courage to become exactly who you were always meant to be. If you have ever felt like you were meant for something more, this episode is for you. If this conversation moves you, please share it with someone who needs to hear it today. And if you have been enjoying Leading Our Own Way, leaving a five-star review on your platform of choice takes less than a minute and helps more people find these stories. It genuinely means the world. Thank you for being part of this community. Connect with Luke Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LukeBayley-astrologer⁠ Website: ⁠https://astrocollege.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lukebayleyastrology/⁠ Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559400591104&sk=about&locale=en_GB⁠ Key Topics - Luke Bailey's journey from childhood psychic experiences to professional astrology - The concept of fate versus free will in shaping life outcomes - How signs and intuition guide decision-making and life paths - The role of astrology and planetary cycles in understanding destiny - Personal stories of synchronicity and life's signs Takeaways - Listening to signs can guide your life decisions. - Fate and free will interact to shape your destiny. - Astrology offers insights into life's major turning points. - Personal experiences of synchronicity reinforce the idea of being guided. Chapters 🔴 (00:00) Introduction and Luke's Background in Spirituality 🔴 (01:26) Luke's Journey From Childhood Psychic Experiences to Astrology 🔴 (03:55) The Concept of Destiny Points and Life's Turning Points 🔴 (08:34) Fate Versus Free Will in Life Decisions 🔴 (12:30) Listening to Signs and Intuitive Guidance 🔴 (15:00) Deja Vu Moments and Predestined Experiences 🔴 (20:07) Astrology's Role in Understanding Life's Patterns 🔴 (33:45) Luke's Current Work and Purpose in Astrology Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠ Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠   📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠  📚Buy My Book 📚 ‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠  Newsletters 📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠ #LOOW #LeadingOurOwnWay #Podcast #LukeBayley #Astrology #Planet #Signs

    When the Universe Speaks, Are You Listening? | Luke Bayley - Part 1
  4. 1 Sept

    The Story That Survived - A Childhood Taken with Jay Whitney | Tuesday Truths

    If Part 1 broke your heart, Part 2 will begin to put it back together. Jay Whitney returns and this time, he goes even deeper. Having laid bare the trauma, the manipulation, and the identity that was stolen from him, Jay now turns to the hardest question of all. What do you do with everything that was done to you? In this episode, Jay shares how he found his way through the darkness, not by pretending it wasn't there, but by walking straight into it. He opens up about the long and painful road to understanding his own self-worth, the moment vulnerability stopped feeling like weakness and started feeling like freedom, and the purpose that quietly emerged from the rubble of his past. This is a conversation about what it truly means to heal. Not the tidy, polished version of healing you see on social media, but the messy, brave, unglamorous kind that happens when you finally decide your story deserves to be told. Jay's mission now is bigger than himself. He wants no one to carry what he carried alone. And in sharing his journey, he is already changing lives. This episode will stay with you. It is the kind of conversation that reminds you why vulnerability matters, why your story matters, and why the people who have been through the most often have the most powerful things to say. If anything in this episode brings something up for you, please reach out. Support links are in the show notes. You do not have to face this alone. If Jay's story moved you, the greatest gift you can give is to share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and please take a moment to leave a five star review on this platform. Every review helps this show reach more people who need these conversations. It takes less than a minute and it means the world. Thank you for being here. Thank you for listening. And thank you for being part of this community. Connect with Jay Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/achildhoodtaken/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/p/A-Childhood-Taken-61586702083279/⁠⁠ HelpBnk:⁠⁠ https://helpbnk.com/@jaywhitney⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.achildhoodtaken.com/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@achildhoodtaken⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠achildhoodtaken@gmail.com⁠ Key Topics - Childhood trauma and manipulation by family members - The impact of early life experiences on mental health - The importance of setting boundaries and saying no - The role of therapy and professional help in healing - Building resilience through adversity and purpose - The significance of vulnerability and honesty in recovery - Jay Whitney's journey from South Africa to England and its challenges - The power of helping others and creating a legacy Chapters 🔴 (00:00) Introduction to Jay Whitney's story and main themes 🔴 (01:58) Family background and childhood trauma in South Africa 🔴 (03:57) The impact of manipulation and family secrets 🔴 (06:52) Experiences with manipulation and abuse from family members 🔴 (09:47) The horror of the USB recording and confronting the past 🔴 (15:00) Leaving South Africa and returning to England 🔴 (19:53) Early struggles with education and social integration 🔴 (25:01) Lessons learned from family and the importance of boundaries 🔴 (29:53) The journey of self-acceptance and saying no 🔴 (35:04) The turning point: finding strength and purpose 🔴 (39:57) Healing, therapy, and building resilience 🔴 (44:49) The importance of vulnerability and sharing your story 🔴 (49:54) Helping others and creating a legacy 🔴 (55:07) Jay Whitney’s purpose and future plans 🔴 (01:00:00) Final reflections and message of hope 🔴 Thank You Jay Whitney Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠ Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠

    The Story That Survived - A Childhood Taken with Jay Whitney | Tuesday Truths
  5. 31 Aug ·  Bonus

    The Story That Survived - A Childhood Taken with Jay Whitney | Tuesday Truths

    Some stories deserve more than a headline. This week on Tuesday Truths, we sit with one of the most powerful conversations to ever land on Leading Our Own Way. Jay Whitney, author of "A Childhood Taken," gives us a glimpse into his extraordinary journey from childhood trauma in South Africa to finding his identity, his voice, and ultimately his healing through writing. In just a few minutes, Jay captures what it means to carry pain you did not choose, and what it looks like when you finally decide to transform it into something that helps others. This is resilience. This is honesty. This is what vulnerability sounds like when it refuses to stay silent. If this lights something up in you, do not stop here. Go back and listen to Part 1 for the full story of where Jay's journey began, and Part 2 is ready and waiting if you want to hear how he found his way through. Links to both episodes are in the show notes. And if Jay's words moved you today, please take a moment to leave a five star review on this platform. It helps this show reach the people who need these conversations most. It takes less than a minute and it means everything. Thank you for showing up every Tuesday. These truths are for you. Connect with Jay Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/achildhoodtaken/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/p/A-Childhood-Taken-61586702083279/⁠⁠ HelpBnk:⁠⁠ https://helpbnk.com/@jaywhitney⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.achildhoodtaken.com/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@achildhoodtaken⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠achildhoodtaken@gmail.com⁠ Key Topics - Childhood trauma and its impact - The role of resilience in overcoming adversity - The importance of honesty and vulnerability - The healing power of storytelling and writing - Navigating complex family relationships Takeaways - Sharing your story can be a powerful step towards healing. - Resilience is built through facing and overcoming pain. - Honesty about trauma can inspire others and foster connection. - Writing can be a therapeutic tool for processing trauma. - Complex family dynamics can shape but not define us. Chapters 🔴 (00:00) Introduction to Jay Whitney's story and Tuesday Truths 🔴 (01:00) Jay's early childhood in South Africa 🔴 (04:02) The impact of family and environment 🔴 (06:58) The journey of resilience and healing 🔴 (08:58) The power of storytelling and writing 🔴 (09:03) Lessons learned and advice for others 🔴 Thank You - Part Two drops Tomorrow Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠ Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠   📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠  📚Buy My Book 📚 ‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠  Newsletters 📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠ Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠ Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠   📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠  📚Buy My Book 📚 ‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠  Newsletters 📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠ #LeadingOurOwnWay #LOOW #Podcast #JayWhitney #AndrewWhite #AChildhoodTaken

    The Story That Survived - A Childhood Taken with Jay Whitney | Tuesday Truths
  6. 30 Aug

    Taken, Renamed, Erased - A ChildHood Taken with Jay Whitney | Part 1

    What does it mean to have your childhood taken from you, not by a stranger, but by someone who was supposed to love you? Some stories stop you in your tracks. Jay Whitney's is one of them. At the heart of "A Childhood Taken" is a truth that took 35 years to surface. Taken. Renamed. Erased. These are not just words on a book cover. They are the lived reality of a boy who grew up not knowing who he truly was, shaped by the lies of a manipulative nan whose grip on his identity ran deep and dark. In Part 1 of this conversation, Jay opens up about the childhood he was denied, the trauma that quietly shaped every part of him, and the weight of carrying a story that was never really his to carry. This is not an easy listen. It is raw, it is real, and there are moments that will sit with you long after the episode ends. But this is also a story of a man who refused to let the darkness have the final word. Jay's journey from the rubble of his past to the pages of his book is one of the most quietly courageous things you will hear on this show. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt invisible, like their story was stolen, or like the people who should have protected them were the very ones who caused the most harm. You are not alone, and this conversation is proof that the truth, no matter how long it takes, has a way of finding the light. This episode contains discussions around childhood trauma, manipulation, and identity loss. Please listen with care, and if anything in this conversation brings up something for you, please reach out. You do not have to carry it alone. Connect with Jay Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/achildhoodtaken/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/p/A-Childhood-Taken-61586702083279/⁠ HelpBnk:⁠ https://helpbnk.com/@jaywhitney⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.achildhoodtaken.com/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@achildhoodtaken⁠ Email: ⁠achildhoodtaken@gmail.com⁠ Key Topics - Childhood trauma and abuse in South Africa - The manipulative character of Jay's nan - The impact of trauma on identity and mental health - Jay Whitney's journey of writing and healing - The importance of safe spaces and awareness in trauma recovery Chapters 🔴 (00:00) Introduction to Jay Whitney's story and background 🔴 (01:57) Jay's childhood in South Africa and early memories 🔴 (04:01) The dark truth behind Jay's nan and her character 🔴 (06:56) The physical and emotional abuse Jay endured 🔴 (09:54) The impact of trauma on Jay’s identity and mental health 🔴 (14:55) The journey of writing 'A Childhood Taken' and healing 🔴 (19:59) The role of the website and safe haven for trauma survivors 🔴 (25:00) The manipulative and evil nature of Jay's nan 🔴 (30:00) The search for his mother and the truth about his origins 🔴 (35:01) The significance of Jay's resilience and purpose 🔴 (40:04) The importance of sharing stories and creating awareness 🔴 (44:54) The ongoing journey of healing and legacy 🔴 (50:09) Reflections on identity, belonging, and hope 🔴 (55:00) Closing thoughts and part two preview 🔴 Part Two Drops Wednesday (Melbourne Time) Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors 🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠ Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠   📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠  📚Buy My Book 📚 ‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠  Newsletters 📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠ #AChildhoodTaken #LeadingOurOwnWay #LOOW #MentalHealth #Podcast #JayWhitey #AndrewWhite

    Taken, Renamed, Erased - A ChildHood Taken with Jay Whitney | Part 1
  7. 25 Aug

    Jordan Kilganon: #1 in the World and the Daily Disciplines Nobody Talks About

    In Part 1, Jordan Kilganon gave us the backstory. The boy from Sudbury. The ADD diagnosis at 9. The years on medication. The obsession that started on an 8-foot hoop and never really stopped. Part 2 is where it gets personal.Jordan opens up about what life actually looked like navigating ADHD, what the medication did to him, and the moment he decided to figure out who he was without it. We go deep into the habits and daily disciplines that quietly built one of the most elite athletes on the planet, and why Jordan believes that most people are sleeping on the single most underrated tool for performance and mental health. Literally. We talk about what it means to live in the present when your brain has spent years either racing ahead or getting left behind. About the role purpose plays not just in sport, but in the way you move through your entire life. And about what it really looks like to build something extraordinary when the world kept telling you that the way your mind worked was a problem to be fixed. Jordan is not just a dunker. He is someone who has had to understand himself at a level most people never bother with, and what he has learned along the way is something every single one of us can take into our own lives. The highlight reel gets the views. But it is the work behind it, the sleep, the habits, the self-awareness, the willingness to keep going when nothing is guaranteed, that builds the person behind the dunks.That is what this episode is about. And it will stay with you long after it ends. Connect with Jordan YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@killerjunior23 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jordankilganon/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/jordankilganon⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://jordankilganon.com/⁠⁠Serious PlayerOnly Shoes: ⁠⁠https://seriousplayeronly.com/⁠ Key Topics - Jordan's personal journey and overcoming ADHD - Impact of medication on mental health and social skills - Habit building and discipline for success - The importance of sleep and routines - Living with purpose and in the present moment Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Jordan Kilgannon and his journey (03:08) Impact of medication on social and personal life (05:55) Habit building as a foundation for learning and growth (07:03) The role of meditation and mental training (08:38) Understanding the brain: neuroplasticity and synaptic connections (10:33) Conscious vs. unconscious habit formation (12:30) Breaking down big goals into small, manageable steps (13:51) The power of consistency and repetition (15:22) Jordan’s routine for mental health and focus (19:26) The importance of sleep and preparing for rest (23:18) The interconnectedness of diet, sleep, and movement (26:20) Using cold plunges to build mental resilience (28:47) Jordan’s life purpose: living fully and helping others (30:56) Reflections on regrets and living without fear (33:01) Discipline over motivation: habits as a foundation (42:02) The importance of decision to action in habits (44:11) Living in the present and focusing on passions (45:27) Managing social media and distractions (46:51) Jordan’s future plans and ongoing journey (47:59) Closing thoughts and gratitude Everything Leading Our Own Way 🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠  🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠ Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠Discount Code: ESHU15LOO Listen to the Full Podcast Episode: 🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺  🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠  🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠   📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠  📚Buy My Book 📚 ‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠  Newsletters 📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠ #LeadingOurOwnWay #LOOW #JordanKilganon #MentalHealth #Jump #JumpMan

    Jordan Kilganon: #1 in the World and the Daily Disciplines Nobody Talks About
  8. 24 Aug ·  Bonus

    Jordan Kilganon: What the Highlights Never Show You - Tuesday Truths

    This is your bite-size taste of one of the biggest conversations we have had on Leading Our Own Way this week.Over two full episodes, we sat down with Jordan Kilganon, the world's number one professional dunker, and went way beyond the dunks. In this Tuesday Truths mini episode, we pull out some of the most honest and thought-provoking moments from those conversations.Jordan opens up about what it has been like navigating life with ADD, the impact that has had on who he is, and how he has learned to work with his mind rather than fight against it. We touch on the discipline and daily habits that sit behind the highlight reels, and what it actually looks like to stay true to your passions when life keeps throwing things at you.This is not a conversation about fame or accolades. It is about a real person who has had to figure himself out, find his own path, and keep showing up even when the road was not clear.If you have not caught Parts 1 and 2 with Jordan this week, this is the perfect place to start. And if you have, you already know why this one was special.Go check out the full episodes. You will not regret it.Part One: https://youtu.be/-0PASEPlPqoTuesday Truths: https://youtu.be/Jo-DaDCjAG0Part Two: https://youtu.be/54U5l0IeWIQConnect with JordanYouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@killerjunior23Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jordankilganon/⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/jordankilganon⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠https://jordankilganon.com/⁠⁠Serious Player Only Shoes: ⁠⁠https://seriousplayeronly.com/⁠Key Topics- Jordan's personal journey and mindset- Living with ADD and medication impact- Passion, discipline, and purpose in life- Balancing personal life and career as a top athlete- The role of family and community support- Mental health scale and emotional resilience- Jordan's interests beyond dunking: philosophy, music, business- The significance of authenticity and sharing personal stories- Jordan's future plans beyond dunking- Insights into maintaining high performance under stressTakeaways- Authenticity and sharing personal stories build deeper connections.- Discipline and passion are key to sustained success.- Living with ADD requires self-awareness and tailored strategies.- Balancing personal life with a demanding career is possible with good communication.- Mental health is a spectrum; high achievement doesn't mean absence of struggles. - Pursuing multiple passions enriches life and opens new opportunities.- Support systems, like family and community, are vital for resilience.- Embracing vulnerability fosters growth and authenticity.- Future planning involves diversifying skills and interests.- Maintaining a growth mindset helps navigate challenges.Chapters🔴 (00:00) Welcome to Tuesday Truths🔴 (02:03) Jordan's personal journey and the role of passion 🔴 (03:52) Living with ADD and its impact on Jordan's life 🔴 (05:59) Discipline, purpose, and balancing multiple passions 🔴 (06:45) Mental health insights and emotional resilience🔴 Come Back Tomorrow for Part TwoEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠ 🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare:  ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠Discount Code: ESHU15LOOListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺 🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠ 🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠  📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠ 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠ Newsletters📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠

    Jordan Kilganon: What the Highlights Never Show You - Tuesday Truths

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