Resonate | Conversations & Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta

05. Fighting for a Purpose with Justin Wren


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In this heartfelt episode of Resonate, we welcome Justin Wren, a champion MMA fighter who has transformed adversity into remarkable humanitarian efforts. Justin shares his journey from being severely bullied as a child to achieving national championships in wrestling and MMA. He opens up about his struggles with drug addiction, battling depression, and surviving suicide attempts. Today, Justin devotes his life to fighting for the Pygmy people of Africa through his organization, Fight for the Forgotten, providing them with health, water, and land. This episode is a powerful testament to finding purpose through service and profoundly impacting others' lives.


Resources:

  • Learn more at fightfortheforgotten.org
  • Follow Justin “The Big Pygmy” Wren on Instagram: @thebigpygmy


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