In this heartfelt episode, Brad Cantlin, an educator from New Hampshire, shares his personal journey of intentional living. Brad opens up about his background, challenges, and the transformative power of authenticity. He discusses his path from the restaurant industry to education, overcoming issues like mental health struggles and addiction, and the importance of self-love, accountability, and deep human connections. Brad's candid conversation sheds light on living a meaningful, joy-filled life through small, consistent steps and embracing one's true self.
00:38 Meet Brad Cantlin
01:02 Brad's Journey: From Restaurants to Education
04:10 Personal Growth and Accountability
07:44 Struggles and Mental Health
22:29 Finding Purpose in Education
33:35 Navigating Life's Unexpected Paths
34:20 The Power of Incremental Change
35:29 Embracing Discomfort for Growth
36:54 Authenticity and Self-Acceptance
39:02 The Journey of Self-Love
40:20 The Importance of Human Connection
42:08 Living Authentically as an Openly Gay Person
48:07 Balancing Authenticity and Empathy
52:18 Intentionality in Relationships
58:39 Finding Joy in Self-Acceptance
