Second time guest, JP Sears, is a YouTuber, comedian, author, speaker, and a curious student of life. His work takes an unapologetic stand for freedom, free speech and encourages people to live free from fear. His content has served over 4 million followers and acquired 600 million views. So, I must not be the only one who gets a kick out of his content. The topics in this episode were so fun it’s hard to only highlight a few. We talk about why poking fun at ourselves is important, what marks JP’s shift toward political satire, how he summoned the courage to speak out against Convid when so many influencers remained silent, the dangers of voices like his being censored by big tech, and his message for people who are still afraid to speak their truth. Plus, he shares how he manages to stay abreast of current events without getting depressed, stays immune to online trolls, and how to avoid letting the media further divide us. I dig the way JP manages to convey his message without falling into the morass of doom and gloom, because sometimes when you're a truth seeker, you find out some pretty depressing facts about world affairs. It's important to find a balance when it comes to staying informed and also taking decisive action to preserve your rights. I think JP does a great job of doing just that, and I'm stoked that he paid us a visit to share some thought provoking ideas, served up with a hefty dose of humor. If you don't already know it, JP has an epic merch collection. So if you like clever memes and unwoke slogans, you're gonna love his t-shirts and other apparel, you can find all of that at awakenwithjp.com. Use the code FREEDOM10 to get 10% off everything. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is presented for educational and exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for diagnosing or treating any illness. Those responsible for this show disclaim responsibility for any possible adverse effects from the use of information presented by Luke or his guests. Please consult with your healthcare provider before using any products referenced. This podcast may contain paid endorsements for products or services. 00:06:36 — Recognizing Pitfalls in the Spiritual Movement • The impetus for JP making parody videos of the new-age spiritual movement • Being mindful of the spiritual ego • Personal realizations along our spiritual journeys • The fallen guru syndrome 00:19:23 — Behind the Scenes of JP’s Life Decentralized & Work Flow • Moving to Texas and having a family • Growing up a “free range kid” and its impact on our view of the world • JP’s production schedule for his YouTube channels 00:30:55 — Honoring Freedom & Why Real Change Starts with Us • Embracing levity about our imperfections and not taking yourself too seriously • Ice baths as a metaphor for freedom • Finding solutions to our problems inside ourselves, not through blaming others • Where do we rob ourselves of our own freedom? • Projection in social justice and how to actually influence change • Read: The Paleo Man Manifesto by John Durant • How to react to people we perceive as evil from a place of empathy and compassion • Read:

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