The Johnny Lawrence Podcast

In this podcast episode, Johnny Lawrence discusses the emotional challenges many face during the Christmas season. He provides a survival toolkit to help listeners navigate family dynamics, manage triggering questions, and maintain their mental health. The conversation emphasises the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and finding joy amidst the chaos of holiday gatherings. Johnny encourages listeners to set boundaries, let go of resentments, and reach out for support, ultimately reminding them that taking care of oneself is paramount during this time.Takeaways👉 Christmas can be magical for some and hell for others.👉 Family dynamics can reopen old wounds during the holidays.👉 Prepare answers to triggering questions in advance.👉 Letting go of resentment is a form of emotional maturity.👉 Mindfulness helps keep you grounded during overwhelming moments.👉 Having something to look forward to can provide motivation.👉 Connection with understanding friends can ease stress.👉 Joy is essential and should be prioritised during the holidays.👉 You don't have to engage in every family argument.👉 Taking care of yourself is the most important thing you can do.Websitewww.johnnylawrence.co.ukJohnny’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en-gb The Slavey of Addiction Documentaryhttps://youtu.be/8j3Nq_lcFlY?si=6I0kXppX9prFFoin The Self M.A.D.E. Coursehttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/course The Self M.A.D.E. Life Audithttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/self-made-lifeaudit 

In this powerful episode of The Johnny Lawrence Podcast, Johnny opens up about his transformative experience at a “Healing the Father Wound” workshop facilitated by renowned teacher Donna Lancaster. He explores how unresolved childhood trauma, the parent wound, and unmet emotional needs shape our adult behaviour, relationships, and sense of self-worth.Johnny dives deep into the impact of the father wound on personal development, the importance of grieving lost childhood experiences, and how suppressing early pain can influence our identity and life choices. Through honest reflection, he highlights why compassion for our inner child is essential for emotional healing, self-leadership, and breaking generational patterns.This episode is a powerful guide for anyone navigating childhood trauma, seeking inner healing, or looking to reclaim their future with courage, truth, and self-awareness. Whether you're on a journey of emotional growth or supporting others through theirs, this conversation offers insights that can help you reconnect, release, and rebuild.Takeaways👉 I never grieved the loss of a childhood.👉 The parent wound is created when a child doesn't receive something they needed.👉 Healing the parent wound isn't about fixing the past, it's about freeing the future.👉 Healing can change your relationships and self-talk.👉 I became addicted to escape from my emotions.👉 The child inside us doesn't grow up, we just become adults.👉 Healing the parent wound is the most courageous work a person can do.👉 Compassion towards oneself is essential for healing.👉 We must take care of the child inside us. Websitewww.johnnylawrence.co.ukJohnny’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en-gb The Slavey of Addiction Documentaryhttps://youtu.be/8j3Nq_lcFlY?si=6I0kXppX9prFFoin The Self M.A.D.E. Coursehttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/course The Self M.A.D.E. Life Audithttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/self-made-lifeaudit 

In this episode, Johnny Lawrence sits down with integrative therapist and mental health advocate Francesca Rawlinson from Frankie’s therapy for a deep and honest exploration of attachment styles, emotional patterns, and the hidden forces shaping our relationships.Whether you struggle with toxic relationships, emotional triggers, or simply want to understand yourself better, this conversation offers powerful insights rooted in real experience, compassionate guidance, and psychological understanding.Takeaways👉 Early experiences shape your attachment style, and it influences your relationships today.👉 Awareness of emotional patterns helps you make healthier choices.👉 Understanding others’ perspectives leads to better communication and connection.👉 Parts work gives you a framework to recognise and regulate emotional responses.👉 Authentic storytelling (like Frankie’s) creates relatable and powerful mental health content.Frankie’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/frankiestherapy/?hl=en The Self Love Hubhttps://stan.store/frankiestherapy/p/come-join-my-community-i72ztxrk Websitewww.johnnylawrence.co.ukJohnny’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en-gb The Slavey of Addiction Documentaryhttps://youtu.be/8j3Nq_lcFlY?si=6I0kXppX9prFFoin The Self M.A.D.E. Coursehttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/course The Self M.A.D.E. Life Audithttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/self-made-lifeaudit 

In this episode of the Johnny Lawrence podcast, Johnny reflects on his recent experiences with grief and the importance of taking time to do nothing. He discusses the challenges of stillness in a productivity-driven culture and offers practical advice on embracing moments of intentional rest. The episode emphasises that doing nothing is not laziness but a form of self-leadership that allows for emotional clarity and creativity.Takeaways👉 Grief can impact us physically and mentally, often in unpredictable ways.👉 Doing nothing is a challenge in a productivity-driven culture.👉 Stillness is essential for clarity and emotional well-being.👉 We often confuse motion with progress, leading to burnout.👉 Intentional rest is a form of self-leadership.👉 Scheduling time for nothing can help prioritise rest.👉 Our best ideas often come when we are calm and still.👉 Observing thoughts without judgment can lead to greater self-awareness.👉 Creating pockets of peace is crucial for mental health.👉 10 minutes of doing nothing can significantly impact self-leadership.Websitewww.johnnylawrence.co.ukJohnny’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en-gb The Slavey of Addiction Documentaryhttps://youtu.be/8j3Nq_lcFlY?si=6I0kXppX9prFFoin The Self M.A.D.E. Coursehttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/course 

In this powerful episode of The Johnny Lawrence Podcast, Johnny reflects on the three most significant insights he’s learned after five years of being alcohol-free. Sharing openly about his journey through sobriety, he reveals how choosing a life without alcohol has transformed his emotional clarity, relationships, and overall well-being.Johnny dives deep into the transformative power of authentic conversations, explaining how real, meaningful interactions can spark profound personal growth. He discusses how honest communication builds deeper connections, creates a sense of excitement and fulfilment, and supports long-term emotional resilience.Whether you're sober-curious, navigating your own recovery, or passionate about emotional development, this episode offers actionable wisdom, heartfelt reflections, and inspiring insights to support your journey.Takeaways👉 Authentic conversations can be more fulfilling than substance use.👉 Sobriety opens up new avenues for meaningful connections.👉 Real connections can evoke excitement and joy.👉 The quality of conversations can significantly impact emotional well-being.👉 Engaging in deep conversations fosters personal growth.👉 Sobriety allows for clearer and more genuine interactions.👉 Feeling connected in conversations can lead to lasting fulfillment.👉 The excitement from real conversations can be intoxicating.👉 Building connections in sobriety enhances life experiences.👉 Authentic interactions are essential for emotional intelligence.Websitewww.johnnylawrence.co.ukJohnny’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en-gb The Slavey of Addiction Documentaryhttps://youtu.be/8j3Nq_lcFlY?si=6I0kXppX9prFFoin The Self M.A.D.E. Coursehttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/course The Self M.A.D.E. Life Audithttps://www.johnnylawrence.co.uk/self-made-lifeaudit