Turning Adversity into Strength: Joel Mower's Pickleball Journey
Episode Overview
Joel Mower shares how he turned his wife's cancer battle into a source of strength. Pickleball provided Joel with mental clarity and community support. The importance of finding meaning in adversity is emphasised. Joel discusses balancing family life while building his brand. Chris and Joel highlight the impact of their experiences on their children.
You made meaning of it instead of just, you know, you could have just settled and been depressed and went down that dark hole
In this episode of The Primal Mindset, host Chris Fontana welcomes Joel Mower, the founder of Dink Ninjas Performance Pickleball. Joel's story is one of resilience and transformation, as he turned his wife's battle with cancer into a source of strength and motivation for creating his brand. Joel shares how pickleball became an essential outlet for him, providing not just physical activity but also mental clarity and community support.
He discusses the journey of starting his brand and the inspiration behind it, emphasising the importance of finding meaning in adversity. Joel's wife, Megan, has been cancer-free since her last imaging, and their story is a testament to the power of determination and support from loved ones. Chris and Joel also touch on the impact of their experiences on their children, highlighting the importance of being role models during tough times.
With light-hearted moments and genuine reflections, this episode offers a blend of inspiration and practical advice for anyone facing challenges. Whether you're into pickleball or looking for a story of hope and resilience, this episode has something for you. Tune in to hear how Joel's journey can inspire you to find strength in your own struggles.