Coach JV | Overcoming Trauma and Finding Inner Strength: A Story of Resilience


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Mar 30 2024 88 mins  

About the Guest(s):

John Vasquez, popularly known as Coach JV, is a motivational speaker and life coach with a profound story of personal transformation. His journey from a military veteran to bodybuilder, and subsequent struggle with addiction and a life-altering suicide attempt, paints a picture of a man who has faced the darkest sides of life and emerged stronger. Using these experiences as a catalyst for change, Coach JV dedicated himself to empowering others to gain financial independence and personal freedom. As the founder of the 3T Warrior Academy, he guides individuals to unlock their full potential and reshape their lives with a focus on mindset, discipline, and accountability.


Episode Summary:

In this riveting episode, we're invited into the deeper layers of life transformation and personal accountability with Coach JV. His narrative, rich with challenges and breakthroughs, is a beacon for anyone feeling ensnared by the societal constraints of conventional success. We kick off with an introduction to Coach JV’s heartrending journey, where he candidly shares the turmoil of his past, plagued by addiction and near-fatal despair. His tale is a testament to the power of self-forgiveness and the pursuit of a purpose-driven life.

As the conversation unfolds, Coach JV takes us through his ascent from the ashes of his old life to the heights of corporate success, only to leave it all behind for a higher calling. Listeners are taken on a guided tour of Coach JV's philosophy, which is rooted in the belief that controlling one’s thoughts, actions, and emotions can lead to true mastery over life’s direction. By embracing challenges and facing adversity head-on, Coach JV demonstrates the power of personal accountability while illuminating the path to financial freedom and mental health awareness.


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Chapters:

(0:01:05) Coach JV’s story

(0:02:41) Coach JV's addiction to bodybuilding and steroids

(0:05:17) Struggle with opiate addiction and hitting rock bottom

(0:08:49) Discovering "The Secret" and starting to reverse engineer his life

(0:09:34) How affirmations start to change life

(0:12:37) Personal accountability and taking responsibility for thoughts

(0:13:20) Understanding God's love and the path to awakening

(0:14:05) Coach JV's journey of forgiveness and self-accountability

(0:17:11) Importance of controlling thoughts, actions, and emotions

(0:18:19) Coping with emotional breakdowns and the need for rest

(0:21:13) The importance of understanding the origin of our emotions and addressing them

(0:23:00) The addictive nature of mobile devices and how we disconnect from our nervous system

(0:25:27) Coach JV talks about creating controlled chaos in his life through daily ice baths and intense workouts

(0:27:46) The importance of divine masculinity and teaching his children resilience

(0:28:58) The need for men and women to support and balance each other

(0:31:37) The devil's attack on the family to break apart the church

(0:33:11) Reflecting on the negative impact he had on his daughter's life

(0:33:39) Teaching a son to be a man and provide for others

(0:34:05) Discussing the negative influence of sleeping with multiple partners

(0:35:22) The importance of fathers providing for their children

(0:36:36) Transitioning from corporate America to entrepreneurship