121. Jeremy Grater

heCast: The Official Podcast of HeChangedIt

In this conversation, Mike Chisholm and Jeremy discuss their experiences as podcast hosts and the growth of the podcasting industry. They explore the culture of podcasting and the benefits of long-form conversations. They also delve into the shift in the media landscape and the impact of podcasting on trust and information dissemination. Jeremy shares his personal journey of finding purpose and presence through a knee injury and the practice of mindfulness. They discuss the importance of overcoming trauma and mental health struggles and the role of vulnerability and awareness in personal growth. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the themes of vulnerability, awareness, and gratitude that have emerged from their podcasting experiences. In this conversation, Jeremy and Mike discuss the power of curiosity in personal growth and self-awareness. They explore the influence of parents and childhood experiences on one's identity and thought patterns. Jeremy shares his journey of overcoming negative self-talk and discovering that many of his thoughts were influenced by others. They emphasize the importance of taking responsibility for personal growth and making positive changes in life. The conversation highlights the need for men to have open and vulnerable conversations and the impact of creating a supportive community. They also discuss the Fit Mess podcast and its mission to help men navigate their fitness and wellness journeys.

Takeaways

• Podcasting provides a platform for long-form conversations and a culture of support and collaboration.
• Finding purpose and presence can be a transformative journey that leads to personal growth and mental well-being.
• Overcoming trauma and mental health struggles requires vulnerability, awareness, and self-compassion.
• The process of personal growth is often more rewarding than the destination, and gratitude plays a crucial role in finding fulfillment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcasting Background

03:02 The Culture of Podcasting

05:48 The Shift in Media Landscape

08:45 The Power of Long-Form Conversations

12:55 Finding Purpose and Presence

21:02 Career Change and Moving to Canada

24:58 The Journey and Process of Personal Growth

29:49 Themes of Vulnerability, Awareness, and Gratitude

32:13 Discovering Tools Through Curiosity

33:10 The Influence of Parents

34:09 The Impact of Others' Ideas

35:05 Silencing the Negative Voice

36:25 The Formation of Personality

37:23 Taking Responsibility for Personal Growth

38:18 Choosing a New Identity

39:13 Making Changes and Overcoming Fear

40:13 Taking Responsibility for Personal Problems

42:07 The Impact of Childhood Experiences

43:28 Separating Personal Identity from External Influences

44:26 The Journey of Personal Transformation

45:03 The Power of Vulnerability and Conversation

46:27 Creating a Supportive Community for Men

48:23 The Importance of Acknowledging Emotions

50:05 Understanding Primary and Secondary Emotions

53:33 Clearing Paths to Personal Growth

55:15 The Fit Mess Podcast and Its Purpose

58:10 Aspirations for the Podcast and Dream Guests

Guest Bio

Jeremy Grater is the co-founder of The Fit Mess. He has spent the last decade experimenting with a variety of wellness tools to improve his mental health, lose 70 pounds, and share what’s helped along the way. He’s also been in the broadcasting and podcasting business for about two decades. Jeremy is a certified REBT Mindset Life Coach.

More info at https://www.thefitmess.com/about/
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