Hamish Bayston & Nathan Segal
Hamish Bayston & Nathan Segal
11 – Overcoming Blinding Fear With John Elferink
11 – Overcoming Blinding Fear With John Elferink
11 – Overcoming Blinding Fear With John Elferink
Monday 2nd October 2017
John Elferink reveals his journey from trauma to triumph in this inspiring episode of The Thought Hackers podcast.
37 minutes
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Hamish Bayston & Nathan Segal
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Mindful Recovery
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!John Elferink's Path from Trauma to Triumph on The Thought Hackers
The motivation is fear, pure, unadulterated fear.
Imagine growing up in the Northern Territory of Australia, facing unspeakable trauma and struggling with addiction in your teens. This is John Elferink's story, and in this episode of The Thought Hackers, he sits down with hosts Hamish Bayston and Nathan Segal to share his incredible journey of resilience and transformation. John’s early years were marked by a horrific experience with a paedophile, which led him down a path of petty crime and substance abuse.
Yet, his story doesn't end there. From these dark beginnings, John managed to turn his life around, becoming a police officer, politician, and even a Minister in the Australian government. Despite these achievements, John still grappled with deep-seated fear and emotional turmoil. He describes a moment where he felt like he was sliding into a never-ending crevasse, each struggle pushing him further down. It was at this low point that John knew he had to make a change.
One of the pivotal moments in John's recovery was finding a sense of purpose and spiritual structure. He recognized the need for something greater than himself to hold onto. This led him to create programs like Sentence to a Job, which helped inmates gain skills and employment, significantly reducing recidivism rates. John also emphasizes the power of forgiveness—not as a religious act but as a personal choice to clear his emotional slate.
He believes that forgiving others helps keep his mind uncluttered and focused on positive growth. Through his story, John offers hope and practical advice for anyone dealing with trauma, addiction, or fear. His journey is a powerful reminder that it's possible to overcome even the darkest of times and find a renewed sense of purpose. Tune in to hear John's inspiring tale on The Thought Hackers.