Bill Murphy: Is It Possible to Overcome Devastating Trauma from an Over-the-Top Abusive Childhood and Thrive?

Grief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in Life Podcast

Bill Murphy is a multi-faceted business and life coach, a highly regarded entrepreneur in real estate, a successful author who is dedicated to helping others heal, and a dedicated advocate for mental health and wellness. With a passion for fitness and a commitment to giving back, Bill has completed multiple marathons, ultramarathons, and Ironman competitions; he holds a second-degree black belt in the self-defense technique called Krav Maga, and he has raised over $525,000 for various charities. And if Bill's accomplishments weren’t impressive enough, add having overcome much devastating trauma from an over-the-top abusive childhood, mental health challenges, and PTSD. In his bestselling book titled “Thriving Through the Storm: Nine Principles to Help You Overcome Any Adversity,” Bill has an important message that syncs with the mission of G & R Podcast: When a storm hits, we have three choices: give up and become a victim; do what we can to survive; or learn to thrive. Bill not only survived; he healed, transformed, and learned to thrive. This is an inspiring interview with a man who has achieved remarkable healing and growth to become a role model for many others!

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE:

• Bill’s horrific, abuse-filled childhood that was spent in survival mode.
• How learning to “let go” of intense blinders brought about a remarkable breakthrough in Bill’s life.
• Bill’s journey to heal and transform the traumas from his childhood.
• The wonderful “silver linings” Bill discovered when he began to make peace with his past.
• Bill’s inspiring story of overcoming an unexpected crisis to finish a marathon.
• Why moving from success to significance is about giving back.

SOME QUESTIONS IRENE ASKS BILL:

• How did you forgive yourself and your father for your abusive childhood?
• In what ways did you learn to break through your negative patterns, and what are your important tips for controlling emotions?
• How did you learn how to break out, take action, and make better choices when facing adversity?
• What positive lessons did you learn from your past mistakes that have shaped who you are today?
• What is the science behind the “power of positive thinking,” and what is the “high performance” mindset?