36: John McMillan – Who am I? | Your Sacred Purpose

John McMillan joins Daniel for this episode of ‘Just 2 Conscious Guys Talking’.

John is not merely a survivor but a beacon of resilience and inspiration. From grappling with chronic asthma and surviving nine life-threatening incidents before the age of 10 years old to facing the challenges of active addiction for a decade, he’s triumphed over adversities that would have deterred many. Now, celebrating 34 years in recovery, his story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit.

Despite experiencing three major car accidents, multiple ER visits, and even an amputation, John has continually risen from the ashes. He gracefully weathered the storm of flirting with bankruptcy four times and the heartache of three business failures. Yet, in each setback, he discovered a stepping stone. Today, John stands tall as the founder of a flourishing business that sprouted from the fertile soil of his experiences, aptly named “The Field.”

His prowess isn’t limited to the boardroom. As an accomplished guitarist, the loss of a finger never hindered his passion. Instead, he mastered the strings with three, demonstrating a fierce determination to defy the odds. Furthermore, John’s deep-rooted love for nature is evident in his expertise as a master gardener, where he’s dedicated over 100,000 hours to crafting ‘Sanctuaries’ — serene havens that serve as personal retreats for countless grateful clients.

With a solid foundation of 15 years in the Five Star Hospitality industry, John developed an intuitive understanding of individual needs. Transitioning to landscape gardening only deepened this insight, allowing him to anticipate and address desires even before they’re expressed.

Beyond his tangible accomplishments, John’s spiritual and academic pursuits are vast. As a certified Core Alignment coach and specialist, certified Parent as Coach, accredited healer in practices such as Reiki and the ancient & traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness, Ho’Oponopono and an esteemed practitioner of Zen, he is equipped with diverse tools to navigate the intricacies of the human soul. The title ‘Master Teller of Stories’ is not just an accolade but a reflection of his life’s journey. His unique perspective on sobriety and resilience is soon to be shared in his forthcoming book, “Coming Home – The Long Way Back.”

John’s personal life is equally enriching. Married to the love of his life, Mandy, for 27 years, he’s the proud father of three remarkable young adults: twin boys Jack and Josh, and their sister, Grace. The connections he’s nurtured with family, friends, and clients-turned-friends are a testament to his magnetic persona.

Today, as ‘The Mindscaper’, John seamlessly weaves his landscaping prowess with profound human insights. His mission? Guiding individuals to discover their inner sanctuary, fostering peace amidst life’s tempests. Join him on this transformative journey to find balance, both in the world around you and within.

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Show Notes

★ 4:07 – I have, perhaps, made up a belief – even in utero – that if my biological mother can give me away how much can I be worth?
★ 10:59 – It was a 2-week holiday that took me 5 years to come back from.
★ 23:31 – I wasn’t able to respond to life on life’s terms.
★ 29:11 – It’s so important to ask that first question ‘Is that true? Did that happen?’.
★ 41:37 – Inside I didn’t know that.
★ 50:42 – What is going on for you, brother, that you’ve gotta show up like this for your boys? What are you teaching your boys in this moment, right now?
★ 1:03:14 – I had stitched my self-worth and identity to what it is that I did.