Description

Today I had the pleasure of speaking with public speaker and family medicine physician at Great River Health System, Dr. John Thurman, Jr.

Let’s dive into John’s story about how recognizing that you have a problem and embracing the process is the beginning of healing.

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 – 04:07] Opening Segment

• John talks about his background
  • Born and raised in Medlin, Texas
  •  Went to medical school after serving in the army

[04:08 – 20:48] Dealing with Trauma and Grief

• I talk about cultural engagement and raising awareness of how different cultures deal and heal from trauma and grief
• John talks about his experiences dealing with trauma and grief
  • A cousin of his died in an accident, another one murdered.

[20:49 – 30:36] Coping with Trauma and Grief

• John talks about healthy and unhealthy coping skills he learned
• John weighs in on the subject of the cultural differences when dealing with trauma

[30:37 – 37:53] Recognizing That There’s a Problem

• John talks about the situations front liners are facing during this COVID-19 pandemic
• Things you can do to support a person dealing with grief and trauma
  • Recognizing there’s an issue that needs to be treated

[37:54 – 43:13] Overcoming the Journey

• John talks about the toughest part of his journey

[43:14 – 50:24] Getting the Right Help

• John shares his experiences with hurting others
• Is it okay for other professionals to get help?
  • It’s okay to seek help.

[50:25 – 57:54] Closing Segment

• What advice would you give your younger self?
  • “Relax man, the world whether I’m here or not, is gonna keep moving. So, enjoy it.”
• John shouts out to his friends, colleagues, and family
• Resources John would like to leave us with
  •  Addiction Treatment Services (ATS)
• Final words of wisdom and encouragement from John

Tweetable Quotes:

“Life goes on. You need to keep going on. You need to acknowledge and then you need to accept. But you must keep going on. Life does not stop.” – John Thurman

Resources Mentioned:

• West Point
• Iron Sharpens Iron Project
• Yellow Ribbon Program

You can connect with John on LinkedIn and Twitter

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