From the Pit to Peace: A Journey of Resilience and Faith W/ Chris Kirkpatrick

This week, we have Chris Kirkpatrick, a life coach and entrepreneur with businesses like Life 180 and a podcast on personal finance. Chris shares his journey from his humble beginnings to his current success and the role that faith has played in his life. Chris is a person of boundless energy and a heart for helping others, and he brings hope and inspiration to the show. 

In this episode, Chris shares his journey from his humble beginnings in Vermont to his current success. He talks about growing up in a double wide trailer without much education around money and how he became a competitive athlete, even competing for the Olympics for a period of time. But Chris's story is not just about athletics; it's also about faith and the role it has played in his life.

We hear from Chris Kirkpatrick about the importance of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. Chris talks about his own journey, from the highs of having a successful business to the lows of having to drive for Uber to make ends meet. But through it all, Chris maintained his faith and kept a positive attitude, believing that everything was happening for a reason.

Chris shares how he hit his breaking point and had a screaming match with God, but then the very next day, landed a multi-six-figure marketing deal from a passenger in his Uber. It's a powerful reminder of the transformative power of resilience and faith, and how those qualities can help us overcome any challenge.

Chris talks about the impact that a man named Dell had on him, from driving him to his first big track meet at the age of 16 to being a constant source of support and guidance. Chris reflects on the importance of having someone in your life who lifts you up and changes your trajectory, and he even suggests creating a Dell Award to honor those who have had a similar impact on others.

Quoting from our conversation with Chris “As I sat in the back of my Uber, I couldn't help but feel like I was at a crossroads in my life. I had just been through a rough patch in my business and had been forced to take on a gig as an Uber driver to make ends meet. But as I chatted with my passenger, I couldn't help but feel like things were about to take a turn for the better.

My passenger, a successful businessman, was clearly impressed by my marketing skills and asked me more about my work. Despite my current circumstances, I felt a sense of pride in my profession and decided to be honest with him about my current situation. It was a risky move, but I felt a strong desire to be authentic and genuine in our conversation.

To my surprise, my honesty paid off. My passenger was interested in learning more about the Dream 100 concept and asked for my help in implementing it in his business. Before I knew it, he had given me his business card and asked me to come into his office for a meeting.

Within just 48 hours, my life had completely changed. I went from feeling lost and uncertain to being exactly where I wanted to be. It was a moment that shifted the direction of everything for me and solidified my belief in the power of authenticity and vulnerability.”

Chris shares how he went from the pit to peace and how anyone can make that journey. He talks about the power of resilience and how he has overcome challenges and setbacks to get where he is today. Chris's story is full of hope and inspiration, and we know you'll be moved by it.

Chris's story is a powerful reminder of the impact that one person can have on another, and how paying it forward can have a ripple effect for years to come. Tune in to this week's episode to hear more about Chris's journey and the role that mentorship has played in his life.

Tune in to hear Chris's powerful story of going from the pit to peace and how any of us can make that journey. You don't want to miss it! 

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