When John David Lewis found himself alone in Abu Dhabi after his family returned to the US during COVID, everything changed. What seemed like the perfect life abroad became the wake-up call he didn't know he needed.In this deeply personal conversation, I reconnect with my college friend, educator, father, husband, and podcaster, who transformed his separation into the catalyst for intentional living. This is a raw exploration of breaking generational patterns, rebuilding relationships, and discovering that the journey of becoming better never ends.This conversation is for you if you:Feel like you're going through the motions but missing the meaningWant to break cycles and be a better example for the next generationStruggle with communication in your relationshipsAre ready to do the intentional work of personal growthWonder how to create routines that serve your highest selfKey TakeawaysOn Waking Up to What MattersHow temporary separation became the wake-up call that changed everythingWhy children's ceilings are only as high as their parents' growthThe difference between accidentally living and intentionally livingOn Breaking Generational PatternsMoving from "this is just how I am" to "I can choose who I become"Why being better than your parents isn't enough—you can always improveOn Intentional RoutinesThe 4 AM routine: language study, chess, meditation, and fitnessHow professional athletes' dedication inspired complete life restructureCreating daily presence practices to stay connected to growthOn Rebuilding RelationshipsThe hard truth: what you say isn't always what's receivedHow asking three questions before assumptions changed everythingWhy becoming the "best husband to ever walk the earth" became his competitionOn Living With PurposeWhy shortcuts mean missing lessons you need for the next levelHow focusing on the journey creates lasting fulfillment over destinationsThe realization that growth only gets better with daily intentional workChapters00:00 Introduction to Intentional Living01:24 The Moment of Realization05:08 Transforming Through Diet and Mindfulness11:55 The Impact of Fatherhood16:10 Evolving Relationships and Communication21:35 Creating a Better Future for Our Children26:22 Finding Happiness in the Present32:54 The Importance of Daily Routines38:49 Relationships and Personal Growth44:55 The Journey Over the Destination56:35 Intentional Living and PresenceAbout JohnJohn David Lewis is a husband, father, and educator with 22 years of experience, and purpose behind every step. A proud graduate of Michigan State, with advanced degrees from UCF and Nova Southeastern, he’s spent his life growing himself so he can grow others. Whether he’s leading in the classroom or leading at home, his mission is clear: to change the energy around effort, model what intentional living looks like, and create a culture where growth isn’t optional, it’s expected. Connect: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review and share with a few friends so we can all help each other Remember to Live. To connect with and learn more about me and how I am Remembering to Live, you can find me on Instagram @coreancanty or at coreancanty.com.To work with me and explore freebies, check out: https://coreancanty.com/links/If you are ready to re-imagine, re-claim and re-design your life, book a possibility call today.

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