Something For Everybody

#390 - Shaun Murphy - Balancing Masculinity and Emotional Expression


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Shaun Murphy joins Something For Everybody this week. Shaun, widely known as Mister Motivation, is a sought-after motivational speaker, U.S. Army veteran, educator, musician and author of “Unbreakable Valor: Triumph Through the Soul of Resilience” (May 2025).

In this conversation, Shaun Murphy shares his journey from a challenging childhood marked by trauma to becoming a successful author, musician, and motivational speaker. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in conversations, the impact of role models, and the necessity of vulnerability in men. 

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Timestamps:

00:00 The Importance of Authenticity in Conversations

03:01 Navigating Masculinity and Vulnerability

11:59 The Power of Possibility and Education

24:03 The Journey to the Army and Personal Growth

26:58 The Army's Impact on Personal Growth

27:41 Navigating the Transition to Civilian Life

30:43 The Five M Formula for Success

36:41 The Journey to Becoming a Role Model

39:16 The Importance of Connection and Purpose

40:36 Reinventing Yourself After Major Life Changes

43:31 The Power of Consistent Effort

46:58 The Origin of Mr. Motivation

48:20 Finding Your True Purpose

55:24 Unbreakable Valor

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Shaun’s Links:

Website: https://solo.to/mistermotivation

iG: https://www.instagram.com/misterm0tivati0n/

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(Recorded on July 3rd, 2025)

Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_)

Intro music by Residual Audio (Residualaudio.com)

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