As many of us know, life isn't always filled with roses and unicorns. Sometimes, our entire world implodes around us and we find ourselves face to face with a steaming pile of garbage and no gloves. It takes a lot of courage and strength to pull yourself out from rock bottom, give up all the vices that were bringing you down, and emerge on the other side as a happy, healthy, functional person - and in this episode, we want to share a story from someone who has managed to do just that.
Today, we talk with Shane Cooke from London, England. Shane is a 22 year restaurant industry veteran and the founder of Jasper Wellbeing - a company dedicated to mindfulness and improving workplace culture. After battling his own demons for more than a decade, he managed to turn his mess into his message - vowing to use the insights he gained during his recovery to help others through theirs. Shane is a self-care pro and has spent the last few years training as a meditation instructor and resilience coach, and has developed tons of tools to help empower and support people through times of stress - something that everyone working in the restaurant industry can greatly benefit from!
In this episode, we go deep into mental health and addiction - what causes it, how the restaurant industry creates the perfect conditions for it to flourish, and why we're so resistant to change. We address the rampant drug use in kitchen culture, the critical piece all standard chef education lacks, and why hospitality is so behind when it comes to seeing the true value in wellness. We dive into neuroplasticity, the power of being seen and heard, the pros and cons of getting a "proper" diagnosis, why talk therapy doesn't always work for everyone, and the importance of cultivating an identity outside of work. Shane also shares some amazing insights on self respect, owning your past, and why healing often feels like "selling out."
Shane is someone who has truly been forged by the flames of life - but instead of burning in the heat, he learned to alchemize his pain into purpose. We hope you find as much value and inspiration in this chat as we did!
I'm your host, Heather Feher, and this is "Turning your mess into your message" with Shane Cooke- recorded on August 14, 2020.
Please make sure to give Shane some love on social media - and make sure to check out his website for upcoming meditations, classes, and stress reducing tips.
http://www.instagram.com/shanecooke1984
https://www.instagram.com/jasper_wellbeing/
http://www.instagram.com/mindfulness_jasperwellbeing
https://www.facebook.com/jasperwellbeing/
http://www.jasperwellbeing.com
Hello@jasperwellbeing.com
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