The Determined Society with Shawn French | Mental Health & Celebrity Interviews

What feels like a setback might actually be your setup — and sometimes adversity is the exact thing building the discipline you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, LaMyiah Pearlinia opens up about losing her job, facing identity loss, and learning to trust God through uncertainty. This is a raw conversation about purpose, pivots, and stepping into what you’re truly called to do. Key Takeaways: Losing your job isn’t failure — it’s adversity redirecting you toward where your determination is meant to take you. Staying authentic requires the discipline and determination to walk away from what doesn’t align. Fear shows up when your identity is shaken through adversity, but determination is what steadies you. You can’t step into purpose without the discipline and determination to stop chasing someone else’s vision. Sometimes adversity forces surrender so your determination can be rebuilt the right way. Peace is often the reward on the other side of disciplined, determined decisions. Socials Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theshawnfrench Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/476624146831479?checkpoint_src=any Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5kS9tkLGQLcVyRgB3mDznw Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064 Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench LaMyiah Pearlinia - https://www.instagram.com/lamyiahptv/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Explore a cultural perspective on breaking norms in traditional health approaches as Shawn French sits down with Dr. Sophia Hadar to uncover what traditional medicine often misses. From hidden imbalances to deeper root causes, this conversation challenges how we think about true health. You can look healthy on the outside and still be struggling internally. Key Takeaways -Looking fit doesn’t mean your body is functioning optimally -Traditional medicine often treats symptoms—not root causes -Fatigue, inflammation, and imbalance can exist even in “healthy” people -True health requires a deeper look at lifestyle, environment, and internal systems -Awareness is the first step to actually fixing what’s going on *Socials* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theshawnfrench Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/476624146831479?checkpoint_src=any Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5kS9tkLGQLcVyRgB3mDznw Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064 Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench Dr. Sophia Hadar - https://www.instagram.com/dr.hadarsophia/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Everyone sees the success, but no one sees the weight behind it. In this episode, Shawn French and Pat Sitkins pull back the curtain on Exploring the cultural perspectives on entrepreneurship and breaking norms around success From pressure, sacrifice, and family impact to the loneliness of leadership, this is the raw truth about entrepreneurship. Key Takeaways -Building something meaningful comes with pressure no one prepares you for. -Success impacts your family more than people realize. -You can’t balance everything—prioritization is required (Four Burner Theory). -Determination is doing the work even when you don’t feel like it. -The hardest seasons often come right before major breakthroughs. Follow Us Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theshawnfrench Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/476624146831479?checkpoint_src=any Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5kS9tkLGQLcVyRgB3mDznw Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064 Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench Pat Sitkins Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patsitkins/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doug Bopst shares his journey of breaking norms and cultural transformation through personal struggle with addiction and landing himself incarcerated. What started as fear and addiction turned into discipline, purpose, and a complete identity shift. Key Takeaways -Hitting rock bottom forced him to take full accountability for his life. -Jail became the environment that built discipline and new habits. -Real transformation starts when you separate from your old identity. -Confidence is built by doing hard things consistently, not motivation. -Turning pain into purpose is the key to long-term success and fulfillment. Follow Us Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theshawnfrench Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/476624146831479?checkpoint_src=any Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5kS9tkLGQLcVyRgB3mDznw Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064 Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench Follow Doug Bopst Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dougbopst/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Check Out Therabody 👇 https://www.therabody.com/discount/DETERMINED Use Code: DETERMINED to get 15% off at checkout ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode, we sit down with Donnie Keller, owner of Ionic Fitness in Bonita Springs and founder of Wilson’s Fit Futures, a program helping kids ages 11–17 build confidence, discipline, and better health through fitness and nutrition education. You will witness a cultural perspective on youth fitness and breaking norms in childhood health. After years of sacrifice, working multiple jobs, and nearly quitting during the pandemic, Donnie turned his gym into something bigger than business, a mission to fight childhood obesity and help kids develop life-changing habits. Key Takeaways -Fitness builds confidence, discipline, and mental health for kids -Parents who lead by example raise healthier, stronger children -Small daily habits determine long-term health and success -Progress, not perfection, is the key to sustainable fitness -Community support can change the future for the next generation Connect with me : https://link.me/theshawnfrench?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY2s9TipS1cPaEZZ9h692pnV-rlsO-lzvK6LSFGtkKZ53WvtCAYTKY7lmQ_aem_OY08g381oa759QqTr7iPGA Donnie Keller https://www.instagram.com/d3keller/ Wilson's Fit Futures https://www.instagram.com/wilsonsfitfutures/ Ionic Fitness https://www.instagram.com/ionicfitness/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Check Out Therabody 👇 https://www.therabody.com/discount/DETERMINED Use Code: DETERMINED to get 15% off at checkout ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ At just 33 years old, Jessie Morales heard the words no one expects to hear: “You have Stage 3 breast cancer.” In this powerful and emotional episode, Jessie shares her journey from finding a lump accidentally, to receiving her diagnosis, and navigating life as a young mother fighting cancer. A cultural perspective on breaking norms in breast cancer awareness and mental health. Jessie opens up about the fear, the strength it takes to continue showing up for her family, and how her husband Andrew has supported her every step of the way. Through chemotherapy, surgeries, and uncertainty, she has chosen to share her story publicly to help other women realize they are not alone. Key Takeaways -Cancer Can Happen at Any Age -Preparing the Body and Mind for the Fight -Turning Pain Into Purpose by Sharing the Journey -The Power of a Supportive Partner -Choosing Presence Over Fear Connect with me : https://link.me/theshawnfrench?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY2s9TipS1cPaEZZ9h692pnV-rlsO-lzvK6LSFGtkKZ53WvtCAYTKY7lmQ_aem_OY08g381oa759QqTr7iPGA Jessie Morales https://www.instagram.com/thebreastchapter/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Check Out Therabody 👇 https://www.therabody.com/discount/DETERMINED Use Code: DETERMINED to get 15% off at checkout ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this powerful episode of The Determined Society Podcast, Shawn French sits down with entrepreneur and coach David Waldy for one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations yet. They dive into fatherhood, identity, faith, and the power of men having real conversations with each other. Shawn shares the emotional moment when his father told him he was proud, while David explains how understanding your potential versus your capacity can change the way you pursue success. Key Takeaways -Many men struggle because they lack vulnerable conversations with other men. -Real strength comes from honesty, emotional awareness, and accountability. -Success often requires subtracting distractions rather than adding more tasks. -Self-trust is built by consistently keeping the promises you make to yourself. -Your potential may be huge, but your capacity must grow over time to sustain it. -Comparison destroys progress because everyone is moving toward different destinations. Connect with me : https://link.me/theshawnfrench?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY2s9TipS1cPaEZZ9h692pnV-rlsO-lzvK6LSFGtkKZ53WvtCAYTKY7lmQ_aem_OY08g381oa759QqTr7iPGA David Waldy https://www.instagram.com/davidwaldy/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.