Special Guest Jeremy Stephens is an accomplished MMA fighter who exudes courage and confidence.Stephens was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on May 26, 1986, and came from a broken home. When he was eight years old, Stephens parents divorced and he constantly switched between schools while also living in various apartments, shelters, and even in his mother’s car before moving to Norwalk, Iowa with his father, who was granted custody of Stephens when he was in the fifth grade. Growing up, Stephens played baseball, basketball, and also competed in wrestling. Stephens attended Norwalk High School where he was a standout in baseball and wrestling, having returned to wrestling during his senior year. Stephens was introduced to mixed martial arts by his grandfather who had also originally persuaded Stephens to compete in wrestling. Stephens made his UFC debut in 2007 and has had many classic battles in the octagon.

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:
(6:02) Jeremy shares the reasons why he wanted to become an MMA fighter.

(12:43) Jeremy reveals how he dealt with bullying growing up.

(17:49) Jeremy discusses being 10 months sober and how is becoming a pioneer of the future.

(18:55) John, Cesar, and Jeremy discuss the importance of reviewing the tape of life and learning from your losses.

(25:50) Jeremy details his mom’s drug addiction, her hospitalization, and her rehab.

(32:17) John, Cesar, and Jeremy examine how money and power don’t equal happiness. They discuss how they’ve grown from that mindset.

(59:21) Jeremy gives some tips on becoming present and aware.

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