[jonathan]

It’s always interesting looking back at my journey. For me, it was a slow burn. I spent most of my adult life in “the church” and could never find peace. I saw so many happy people around me and I couldn’t figure out why I couldn’t find “God’s favor.”

I eventually left the church, which was difficult. I went down a path of darkness, atheism, and finally found the divine where it had been the whole time, within myself.

Now, I’m not perfect and each day is growing and learning. But, I’m happier than I’ve ever been. I’m more at peace, and my marriage and relationships and business could not be stronger. I just had to break out of my own jail.

[jonathan]

@danieltyack that makes perfect sense. It’s really about empowering local leaders to recruit their own gathering while using the resources of the “mothership”. I helped build a model like that for a business mastermind. I’m up for brainstorming what this looks like. I’ll see if there’s a DM feature here, and I’ll send my calendar link. If not, I’ll dm to you on the Tok.

[jonathan]

I like that idea. Have local outposts that give weekly support and then bring regional groups together quarterly for inperson events. Maybe a national meetup annually? So much possibility. 🙂 @danieltyack

[jonathan]

@danieltyack , yes we have a local group for business connections. It a very east coast vibe, so mostly business stuff. However, a few of us are finding some community. I’m located in Virginia in case anyone on here is close 🙂

[jonathan]

Great share, toni! Gotta lean into discomfort. I don’t like it in the moment, but it’s good.