For more inspired edutainment, visit: www.bebettermedia.tv

Key Points & Memorable Quotes - 

“Life is happening for me, not to me.” 3:48

“How can I flip this pain into fuel?” 4:05

“We just try to pinpoint where their weakness is and why that is a weakness.” 6:26

“All we want is to be heard and understood.” 27:59

“I feel like my gift was discernment.” 30:12

“The patterns of addiction and numbing really limit human potential.” -Wendy @ 32:50

“I have the power because I no longer give people the reaction that they expect.” 35:30

“Keep going and listen to your conscience and God.” 38:17 

Guest Bio - Derick Johnson is a US Army Veteran, Life Coach and Trainer that has helped over 500 clients and 50 companies go from just surviving to thriving through his coaching modalities and marketing efforts. 

Derick was awarded Soldier of the Year for his battalion 3x, received numerous Awards for PT and took his leadership skills, certifications and life experiences to help people take control of their mind and body so they can THRIVE, not just survive. 

Show Notes - 

0:00 - Coming Up on ‘What I Meant to Say’

0:24 - WIMTS Intro

0:46 - Welcome to Derick

1:28 - Childhood & Military Background

5:46 - How Do You Help People Change Their Perspective?

9:26 - Being Honest with Yourself & Specific with Your Goals

13:38 - How Do You Coach People through the Loneliness of Being the Black Sheep?

17:33 - A Discussion on Social Anxiety

25:24 - A Message for Veterans Coming Out of Service

33:05 - The Concept of Forgiveness

37:58 - One Piece of Advice to Your Younger Self

40:33 - Where Can People Find You?

41:38  - Thank You & Closing

Links & Where to Find Derick -

https://fitwithderick.com/optin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/derickjohnson1/

https://www.facebook.com/fitwithderick2

https://www.instagram.com/fitwithderick2/

https://www.tiktok.com/@fitwithderick