Purpose Through Pain

To tackle mental health issues, you need a strategy. This could be talking to a therapist, doing inner work, visualizing, but regardless, there needs to be a strategy. When in the middle of a mental health crisis, it can be hard to see clear and create that strategy. This is where Gordon Corsetti comes in.  Gordon has come a long way in his mental health journey and uses what he’s learned to...

We are almost 6 months into 2022, have you made the most of your time? Time and life can pass us by very quickly. Are we making the best use of it? That is the topic of today's solo episode. Time is the one thing that every living being on this planet has in common. None of us know exactly how much time we will have here on this planet, but it is up to us to make the most of it. Time is so easy to...

Jonathan is a self-love mentor, life mastery coach, and creator of the Self Love Revolution Summit. He preaches self-love. Self-love is a skill you teach yourself and perfect, it is something that we need to work on daily.  The Self Love Revolution Summit is a free online event. You will meet the experts who have mastered the art of self-love and learn how to enhance your relationships, find...

In this episode, Joseph speaks about a personal issue he is having at the moment. In a current relationship, he is learning that effective communication is key. He admits, he is no expert, but he is trying to learn.  Joseph is a helper and is realizing that finding a solution to people's problems is not always what people want in conversation, sometimes people just need to let things off thei...

In this episode of the Purpose Through Pain podcast, Joseph James speaks about something we all experience… chaos.  We all have times in our lives that feel very chaotic and it can be very hard to manage. Joseph gives some tips on how to balance life when it is chaos.  In this episode: How joseph learned that he needed to only control what he could and to let go of those things that he c...

Life is messy. For all of us.  In this episode, Joseph sits down with Michelle Crist a close friend and mentor of his. Michelle dealt with alcohol addiction and some mental health matters, which runs through her family. Michelle became strong growing up by having to grow up faster than others her age. When she was in middle school, she had a stalker and her parents made her take martial arts...

We are already 5 months into the year... when are you finally going to do that think that you keep saying you will do? Time and life can pass us by very quickly. Are we making the best use of it? That is the topic of today's solo episode. On this Episode: Joseph shares about the loss of his wife and how he recognized he didn't make the best use of his time. Learn how to make your relationships cou...

This week's theme is all about the value of time. In today's episode, Joseph James is speaking with Adriana Cowdin. Adriana is a firm believer in living life to the fullest. She has 4 successful entrepreneurial businesses, all while fighting for her life. Over the past 5 years, she has had 27 procedures that have kept her alive.  Adriana lost her identity when she became increasingly ill...

Do you find yourself struggling with triggers? In this episode, Joseph James explains how he recently learned what triggers are and how to communicate with someone who struggles with them. Through the process of learning, he was able to understand how to be sensitive about others' triggers, as well as how he was able to acknowledge his own triggers to work through his past. Key Takeaways: Triggers...

Host of The Mastermind Effect Podcast, Brandon Straza believes that the right mastermind can be the ultimate secret weapon when it comes to personal development which is why he created The Success Finder App that focuses on helping cut through the noise, invest in oneself, and move past our natural limits. Learn more about working through our limiting beliefs, defining success, and more!  On...

In this episode, Joseph James shares the 6 ways that we can start forgiving ourselves as part of our own healing. Key Takeaways: We cannot forgive ourselves when we project our pain onto others. We judge and shame others as a distraction from our fractured relationship with ourselves. Forgiving ourselves is part of our healing  Connect with Joseph James: Facebook Page Facebook Group Instagram

In this episode, Joseph speaks with Michelle Jewsbury, an international philanthropist and advocate. In July 2017 she founded a non-profit called Unsilenced Voices, an organization that inspires victims to break free of silence and assault.  Joseph met Michelle at the Ultimate Wealth Camp in Las Vegas, where Joseph was a speaker.  Michelle was a victim of domestic violence. In 2016, she...

For episode 101, Joseph wants to reintroduce himself, and share the goals he has for his won life and the mission he has for the podcast. If you are new here, welcome, and if you have been listening since episode 1, welcome back. The Purpose Through Pain Podcast centers on personal stories that offer life lessons on topics like rejection, grief, anxiety, and trauma. Joseph James is a former U.S. M...

Welcome to episode 100! For this episode, Joseph wanted to reshare his interview with Joseph's brother, Michael James. Family is so important to Joseph James, but as a child, it was quite difficult. He grew up with an abusive father and was very scared of rejection. In this episode, Joseph invites his brother, Michael James, onto the show. They discuss how they grew in their life and what they dea...

When you keep telling yourself the same story, nothing will change.  In this episode, Joseph James talks all about identity, and how most people prioritize the wrong thing. Changing your identity is something that many people struggle with for a whole lifetime.  If you want to change your identity, the vision of yourself must change. How we feel about our own lives is so important. We cr...

You don’t have to have all the answers to make a difference. Kary Youman is a heart-centered facilitator and mindfulness coach dedicated to creating brave spaces for people to discuss and explore complex topics.  Facilitating change through workshops on diversity, equity, inclusion, communication, radical kindness, mental health, and mindfulness, he is helping shift the way organizations view...

On this episode: How I managed to create a peaceful environment amidst a toxic environment as a child. The difference between controlling yourself in the midst of a situation and controlling the situation. Learn how to act or choose to react in the midst of the situation instead of trying to control the situation. Key Takeaways: Focus on how you are handling the situation instead of focusing on ot...

In This Episode: Learn what action steps you can take to overcome pain and rejection. Joseph opens up about his negative experiences in his childhood and the searing pains of loss he has experienced. Learn the danger of seeking approval and constantly trying to fix everything. Key Takeaways: Forgive yourself. Create goals, dreams, and visions for your life. Take time to grieve. Find someone you ca...

(Replay) Rachel Jones is a journalist and communications pro who hosted Black and Today on Nola.com from 2012-15. On this episode: Rachel shares how she became a fan of the Saints going to games with her dad. Learn how Rachel began pursuing her career in journalism, and how her dream job slipped away. Discover the way to navigate difficult transitions. Rachel opens up about her diagnosis with epil...

In this episode, Joseph speaks about a personal issue he is having at the moment. In a current relationship, he is learning that effective communication is key. He admits, he is no expert, but he is trying to learn.  Joseph is a helper and is realizing that finding a solution to people's problems is not always what people want in conversation, sometimes people just need to let things off thei...

Michael Fabber is a guy who doesn’t know how to sit still. Originally from New York, Michael grew up in a relatively normal family. When his brother, a veteran, committed suicide, it turned his life upside down. Now, Michael works with individuals and businesses to help them achieve their goals. He specializes in those who are seeking fulfillment and bringing their purpose and passion into their c...

Struggling to establish a morning routine? Joseph shares the benefits and the practical steps to establish one that will help you heal. Download Joseph's free ebook to help you take your morning to the next level: https://witty-artisan-3809.ck.page/e99d552ce1 Key Takeaways: Get up 15 minutes early so you can devote time to your morning routine. Don't sabotage your sleep or your morning with negati...

Joseph James sits down with Debbie Freeman. Debbie opened a dance studio at 19 years old, danced for the Atlanta Hawks, and became a dance captain with the world-famous Radio City Rockettes. Debby found herself in a mentally abusive marriage, gaining over 100 pounds. Since then, she has lost the weight and has gone on to become Miss Nevada 2021 at the age of 50. On This Episode: Debbie shares how...

Dealing with unresolved and unhealed trauma from youth is not easy, but so important for personal growth. In this episode, Joseph speaks with Davette Wheat about her trauma from her first love and how she uses numerology to better understand her life purpose.    She had an amazing childhood and grew up in a family where her parents deeply loved each other, but she found herself in a...

Whether we want to admit it or not, we all need rest. We need to give ourselves a break.  Those with a workhorse mindset may feel like resting is a negative thing, but it is so crucial. In a previous episode, Joseph talked about Mental, Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual rest. In this episode, Joseph addresses Social Rest, which can be taking a rest from social interactions, or surrounding yo...