Success is Subjective: Helping parents of college students accept that dropping out is okay

Episode 66 — Channeling Desire Into Purposeful Action — with Ethan Fisher

June 15, 2021 Joanna Lilley, MA, NCC Season 1 Episode 66
Success is Subjective: Helping parents of college students accept that dropping out is okay
Episode 66 — Channeling Desire Into Purposeful Action — with Ethan Fisher
Show Notes

The stress of falling in line with family’s expectations mixed with the struggle of mental health, AND topped with the uncertainty on what to even do in life, as one transitions into adulthood, is all really heavy to deal with. How can I soak up my 20’s with all this weight on my shoulders? Do I have to do this all alone? Is it all even worth it?

From hating school and only gaining 30 credits in a span of 5 years of college and 5 colleges, to eventually being recognized as an All-Conference and MVP, graduating summa cum laude, being awarded the entrepreneurship student of the year and being a recipient of the President’s award. Ethan Fisher’s journey has been nothing near easy. As a child, he always felt pushed to fall in line with the expectation of graduating high school, going to college, getting a degree, starting a 9-5 and living the white picket fence life. This expectation never fully aligned with his journey and the pressure caused him years of substance abuse. After a life changing event under the influence, Ethan quickly decided to make a change and use his story to impact individuals’ lives. 

On this episode of Success is Subjective, Ethan joins Joanna to share his story of adversity and the lessons that have come out of his many challenges. Going from a prison inmate to a keynote speaker, Ethan has become a huge inspiration for over 100,000 young adults. Listen in for insight on Ethan’s motivating life experience on how he has managed to take a hold of his life and pursue his dreams full heartedly, leading struggling individuals to a life where they can thrive, no matter where they may find themselves. 

What You Will Learn

  • The pressure Ethan felt during his childhood
  • Ethan’s view on school and how that impacted him over the years
  • The journey of receiving a matter of 30 credits in a 5 year span
  • The life event that changed Ethan’s life forever
  • Ethan’s view on college now
  • The many accomplishments Ethan persevered to achieve in a matter of only 5 years 
  • When Ethan knew being a keynote speaker was his life mission
  • The importance of discussing tough topics
  • Ethan’s personal experience with mental health
  • The importance of always working for more
  • How much the simple act of asking for help has helped Ethan tremendously

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