Do you have control over your narrative, or does your narrative have control over you? Our narratives can hold us back, but they can also be the forces that drive us forward. In today’s episode of Never in Reverse, Jeremy and Doug discuss their own narratives and the work they have done to reshape them – and how you can begin to rewrite yours.

In this personal conversation, Doug and Jeremy begin by discussing some of the obstacles that they have faced that still continue to weigh on them, specifically around their relationships with their mothers. As Doug and Jeremy have grown, they have learned how to rewrite their own narratives and pivot when necessary to create a healthier and happier life for themselves and their families.

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[4:21] Today’s episode is about re-writing your narrative, which is a very personal subject for Jeremy and Doug. Our narratives are the stories we tell ourselves, and we can rewrite them to drive ourselves forward.

[5:28] Doug is still learning how to rewrite his narrative. He wants to rewrite his narrative to adjust to changes and make the most of his life.

[8:12] Doug and Jeremy both have some parts of their lives that can bring up issues for them, particularly around their mothers. Jeremy is striving to steer his narrative toward his future instead of focusing on his past.

[12:50] Jeremy hasn’t always had control over his narrative and often found that his past was finding its way into his decision-making.

[17:20] Doug forgave his mother for her behavior years ago, but found that some of the emotions resurfaced following the passing of his stepfather. He also has learned how to use his emotions to motivate him.

[22:23] Jeremy can empathize with his mother’s difficulties recognizing her own mistakes. It is difficult to self-reflect and admit when you’re wrong. Jeremy has worked to better own his mistakes and take a different path.

[26:20] Sometimes Jeremy will pivot in real time; he even leaves a the room to collect himself and try again when he knows he isn’t equipped to deal with something in the moment.

[33:22] Doug tells a story of a time that he set a boundary with his mother that she crossed in multiple ways. While he empathizes with her position, he had to put guardrails up for his family.

[40:15] Jeremy and Doug discuss what they would do if they could go back and rewrite their own narratives.

[48:50] Jeremy is chipping away at his narrative a little at a time to create the best life for himself and his family.

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