Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. Today I welcome back Chris Norton to remind us that life's lowest moments can be the source of our greatest blessings. This conversation will give you hope + inspiration to help start your week on fire! 

More than 1,700 people have jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge with the aim of taking their own life. Today's guest is one of the 25 known survivors.  Kevin Hines suffers from bipolar disorder with psychotic features. Today, Kevin shares about “brain pain” or mental illness and his story of hope, faith, + thriving in spite of it. One of the most prominent suicide awareness and prevention activists, Kevin’s message of striving to live “mentally well” is an urgent one you must here.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. The Fourth of July likely rekindles memories in each of us. In a reflective mood this morning, I’d like to share one of my most memorable experiences from this day.  Who are you grateful for today and why? Don’t miss an opportunity to let your loved ones know that you are grateful for them and love them. Visit JohnOLearyInspired.com for show notes.

Molly Fletcher negotiated over $500 million in contracts + represented 100s of professional sports biggest stars before changing careers to have an even bigger impact on the lives of more people. Molly’s passion to better serve and love others will absolutely inspire you. Her energy, business acumen, relationship brilliance + unwavering optimism will propel you to live your life more ON FIRE today than ever before.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. Today, I reminisce on my false-summit during a trip the Maroon Bells in Colorado. My friends, I encourage us to remind ourselves that it's not always about reaching the summit but enjoying the journey to it.

Most people know today's guest as the award-winning actor in ABC's The Good Doctor or from his nine years on CSI: NY. But Hill Harper is also a four-time New York Times bestselling author + trailblazing humanitarian focusing on financial literacy and mentorship. Hear Hill share seldom-told stories about his selfless passion for empowering underprivileged youth, his friendship with Barack Obama and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. Visit JohnOLearyInspires.com/podcast for full show notes.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. Today I welcome back New York Times bestselling author Andy Andrews to share the inspiration behind his latest book The Bottom of the Pool, why it took him 20 years to write this book and more. This energetic conversation will help start your week on fire!  Visit JohnOLearyInspires.com/podcasts for full show notes.

Today, you’ll hear the story of one little boy. First, how his life was interrupted and shattered as he was displaced from his home. Then, how his hope drove him and his decedents to an inspired life. This episode is for you if you could stand to better understand the plight of individual refugees or if you could use inspiration to reach beyond your current circumstance to something higher. Visit JohnOLearyInspires.com/live-inspired-podcast for full show notes.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. “Never let your current situation, whatever circumstances you’re going through, be a mountain that you can’t climb.” Today I share the story + inspiring words of 17-year-old Tupac Mosley out of Memphis, Tennessee. While grieving the loss of his father, Tupac was named valedictorian while homeless, earning $3M in scholarships. Visit JohnOLearyInspires.com for show notes.

1.3 million Americans attempted to take their own life in 2016. 45,000+ of those lives were lost. Today's guest Dese'Rae Stage is a photographer, two-time suicide survivor, just shy of having a Ph.D. in suicidology and psychology and the founder of Live Through This. She created this movement to capture portraits and stories of suicide attempt survivors and in doing so – change the conversation, culture, and resources around suicide prevention, awareness, and support.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our Live Inspired Podcast Monday Moments segment. Today I share the story of Laila Anderson, an 11-year-old St. Louis Blues fan. Since developing a friendship with her favorite Blues player, defenseman Colton Parayko, Laila has become an inspirational figure for the hockey team and fans alike. With Laila's encouraging words, this once-last place team has come back to compete for the Stanley Cup. Photo credit: KPLR 11

Officer Mike Flamion was a nine-year law enforcement veteran when a routine traffic stop changed the trajectory of his life forever. Through their unwavering love, hope and spirit, Mike and his wife Sarah share how they've embraced a new normal + find joy and adventure in every day. Today's conversation will show you that in the midst of the storm, you can choose to dance.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. Today, in honor of Memorial Day, I share a story I seldom share that continues to have a powerful effect on my life today.

Have you ever felt stuck? That you’re “just” a teacher, dad, stay-at-home mom, accountant… That there’s more for you to achieve? Or are you achieving what you set out for, but still don’t feel fulfilled? Laura Gassner Otting reminds us that your definition of success needs to change with you and with time… + will give you tips on how to get “unstuck” today. Our conversation will free you to see the endless possibilities within your life + give you tips to uncover them.

Join me every Monday for a quick burst of inspiration on our “Monday Moments” segments. Today's question was submitted by Live Inspired community member Dave from Indianapolis, Indiana.  Dave asked: What are your summer plans with your family? Tune in for my answer + an opportunity to reflect on how to make your summer inspired.