Episode 65: Meeting People Where They Are with Nick Beazley
“I realized I’m the one in charge of everything I want to do. If I want to do something, I need to raise my hand, volunteer and go do it. ”
In this episode, Nick Beazley, a lifelong learner, competitor, world traveler, and military veteran, joins us to share his stories from Belize, Iraq and Afghanistan using a spirit of service to connect with people in a way that has expanded his own awareness, resulting in a more rich experience of life. Nick also discusses:
3:00 - His background and how he developed his early spirit of adventure
6:20 - Life before his trigger point that inspired his adventures
7:55 - His involvement with Rivers of the World
11:50 - Service in remote locations
15:50 - Breaking down mental barriers
17:25 - His time in Belize
20:35 - First encounters with new people
24:00 - Getting over the initial intimidation of meeting new people in other countries
29:30 - His experience in the Army
33:30 - The mythology of Iraq
37:35 - Leaving with a level of trust and connection
39:00 - Special operations in Afghanistan
42:10 - Life of service after the military
45:20 - A life of fulfillment
50:05 - Advice he has for people looking to experience adventure
52:10 - Closing remarks
You can learn more about Nick by following him on LinkedIn and Rivers of the World on YouTube.
See below for photos Nick shared from his adventures.
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