Success is Resilience, with Joe Spector
SUMMARY
In this conversation, Joe shares his journey from being a police officer and firefighter to teaching resilience and mental health strategies to first responders. He discusses the challenges he faced after a career-ending injury, including the loss of friends and family, and how he hit rock bottom, contemplating suicide. Joe emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness, mindfulness, and the need for open conversations about mental health. He highlights the significance of redefining success beyond material wealth and the role of self-compassion in personal growth. The discussion also touches on the importance of somatic work and the Enneagram as tools for understanding oneself better.
In this conversation, Joe shares his journey from being a police officer and firefighter to teaching resilience and mental health strategies to first responders. He discusses the challenges he faced after a career-ending injury, including the loss of friends and family, and how he hit rock bottom, contemplating suicide. Joe emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness, mindfulness, and the need for open conversations about mental health. He highlights the significance of redefining success beyond material wealth and the role of self-compassion in personal growth. The discussion also touches on the importance of somatic work and the Enneagram as tools for understanding oneself better.
Sadly, we all know of too many artists who made it to the top, only to lose it all because they weren’t emotionally prepared.
The only way to build a healthier industry and end celebrity suicide is to empower the ones who matter most — the artists & industry professionals.
That’s exactly what I’m here to do!
I’m hosting my very first masterclass to give artists a clear, complete roadmap to take control of their mental wellness journey — once and for all.
I’d love for you and your clients to join me, so please share this with them and your team.
We’ve all had our hearts broken by someone who needed this type of support. Let’s make sure we don’t lose another industry professional.
Hope to see you there!
Creators and Guests
Guest
Joe Spector
Joe Spector is a retired firefighter who has transformed his personal journey into a mission to destigmatize mental health and promote emotional fitness. After a near-fatal encounter with suicide, he became an author, podcaster, and meditation teacher, focusing on helping others reduce stress, achieve goals, and build resilience. Through his "Grit, Growth, & Gratitude" course, Joe provides guidance and resources aimed at maximizing happiness and fostering unshakable resilience.
