Crush Your Life

David and I met a few years ago in New York City. It just so happened to be New Years Eve and he was visiting from the UK with a good friend of mine. I had just returned home from living in Kuwait and this would be the first time in a few years that I would be celebrating NYE back in the states.   David and I hit it off and enjoyed a pretty crazy evening with our buddy John. We shared some good chats and his story blew me away. Listening to him speak about his life and the events that led him to become a motivational speaker gave me chills. Although we shared a few cocktails during our chats, I was very aware that this dude had some special qualities that made him who he was.   I kept in touch with David, we even shared a trip together to Costa Rica for that same friends wedding. He has certainly been a person who has shown me how to speak your truth and why it is important that we all share our story.   I know you're going to get so much from this episode. This was by far my most challenging interview I have ever done. I found myself at a loss for words everytime he would finish his thoughts. I’ve never been one to be short on words so it was new territory for me. Loads to continue to learn as I dive forward more into the space. This is the fun part.   Thank you for listening.   James   A little about David David spent much of his childhood moving from home to home and as a result attended 6 different schools, leaving with basic GCSE's and intent on going straight into full-time employment to create a better life for himself.   David grew up in council housing, often living in areas where the crime was normalised. His friend was imprisoned for a life term, and his brother kept finding himself on the wrong side of the law. While David kept himself out of trouble, this was not always easy as a life of crime could have easily led him astray at any moment.   At the age of 24,  David decided a positive change was needed in his life and decided to join the British Army. Having completed initial training, David found himself at the start of a 14-week intensive course where he would learn to not only ride a Cavalry horse but look after and clean all of the equipment that came with it.   In October 2011 David was struck by a vehicle, leaving him in an induced coma with a brain injury, with doctors telling his family members on numerous occasions to say their goodbyes. He awoke 7 weeks later missing a large portion of his skull and facing medical discharge from the Armed Forces and of course now a disability that would change his life forever. In this episode we discuss   Davids Back story Why he joined the British Army The opportunity to escort her majesty The Queen of England The accident that would change his life Mental Health How to understand mental health As a man, being able to admit to dealing with issues Understanding the origins of symptoms of depression and anxiety How to overcome your own worst enemy. You. Davids tips for success When will we go on our next lads trip   How to get in touch with David http://www.davidomahoney.com/contact.html IG: daring_gratefully   How to get in touch me www.thejamesquigley.com IG: lifeasjamesquigley      

I’m solo today. Just you and I having a chat. In this episode, I discuss how quickly things in your life can turn from great to worse. We’re doing all the right things, life seems amazing and in the flip of a switch everything seems turned upside down. We tend to put our problems on massive pedestals and think things are worse than they actually really are. If this is you now or have felt this way in the past then you’ll understand what I’m talking about. I dive into how to take what problems we are currently experiencing and think about how to solve them with simple to do solutions. In this episode, I will help you to design your plan to get back on track. * Identify where the issues start* Gain clarity on how to create simple solutions * Understand how to step back and see the bigger picture * Reverse engineer your problems and work back towards becoming your best self. Remember you’re never far from your best self. It may feel that way, however, the solutions are often rather so simple we look right past them. Crush Your Life. James If you enjoyed this episode and want to work with me further, I’d love the opportunity to help you.   Contact me for a complimentary call. Head on over to my website. thejamesquigley.com Instagram: lifeasjamesquigley

When I sat down and put a list together for people I wanted on the show, Tina’s name just kept getting higher up the ladder. Tina has a powerful story that will bring you on an emotional ride leaving you feeling empowered and inspired to become the best version of yourself. Tina after years of lower leg issues was diagnosed with Popliteal Artery Entrapment Syndrome. In 2016 after multiple invasive and painful surgeries came to the very hard decision to amputate her left leg. Tina by profession is a physician assistant. She is also:  Former gymnast and division 1 collegiate cheerleading athlete cheerleading coach choreographer personal trainer Competitive CrossFit Adaptive Athlete 2018 was invited to Switzerland to tour Europe with the US Paralympic bobsled team. Tina did not allow her circumstances to define her. In fact, the many things listed above have come after her amputation. In Tina’s own words “I have never loved myself this much and have never found myself surrounded by such amazing people as door after door swings open to greet me with unforeseen opportunity. Our futures are all uncertain but, by keeping a positive outlook, finding silver linings, maintaining a can-do attitude and becoming adept at adapting, we can create a life without limitations. In honoring the following, we can live our best lives: love yourself, love each other, dream big and never give up!” That statement is one of the main reasons why Tina is on the show. Despite her circumstances, she continues to work on herself every day. In this episode, we talk about Making hard choices at an early age Advice to young athletes and parents of athletes How and when she came to the decision to amputate her leg The lessons she has learned from being a competitive athlete Self-care and how it is the most single important thing to your life The Daily routines that help her through difficult times How to be a treat and view the adaptive athlete Thank you for listening. I hope you enjoy this episode.   Want to contact Tina Hurley and get involved with her organization Less Leg more heart?  Contact Tinahurley@lesslegmoreheart.com Instagram tinah214 How to contact James www.thejamesquigley.com  instagram @lifeasjamesquigley

This podcast has been about four to five years in the making and I can tell you right now I'm so excited to actually record episode 1 and dive into the podcast space because there's so much I want to share and a lot of things I want to talk about. And one of the things that I really want to talk about is how can we improve and impact our lives. Each and every day. And that's really going to be the basis of this show are the ways that we can make it impact the ways that we can improve our lives and the ways that we can purposely serve each and every day. So we're going to talk about a bunch of things as well as do some interviews with some gas.   In This Episode You Will Learn: The importance of relationship in our life Our business and career purpose and importance The necessary steps to grow your business around you   Distractions which can be opportunities   Connect with James! Instagram: @lifeasjamesquigley   Website: www.thejamesquigley.com