Welcome to another episode of Threads of Enlightenment! This discussion explores the profound concept of real love, emphasizing the importance of acceptance and how our personal impact can shape our world. We also touch upon the influence of upbringing and family dynamics, offering wisdom and self help strategies for a meaningful life. 🚀

Dean Weitenhagen is an Author. He is an active member of the Board of Directors of Shepherd of the Desert Lutheran church and is involved in local political advocacy as a Precinct Committeeman. He is married to Patsy Tobis and has two children: Jesse and Silas and one stepson, Zachary. Dean enjoys studying history and keeping up with current events. After completing training to be an air traffic controller he spent twenty-one years in the broadcast television business and then twenty-five years in the commercial real estate business.

His experience through his working life prepared him, he believes, to be able to overcome the adversity he encountered in his life which left him open minded enough to not focus on his trouble, but on what life is really all about.

In this enlightening conversation, with Dean Weitenhagen we explore themes of servanthood, love, and resilience through personal stories of health challenges and self-discovery. Dean shares his journey of facing acute myeloid leukemia, the importance of vulnerability, and the transformative power of gratitude and faith. The discussion emphasizes the significance of serving others and finding hope in adversity, culminating in Dean's experience of writing a book chronicling his journey and insights.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Time and Vulnerability

05:11 The Journey of Self-Discovery

10:37 Facing Life's Challenges

15:57 The Impact of Reflection

21:26 Finding Peace and Gratitude

26:08 The Journey of Gratitude

30:00 Finding Hope Through Adversity

33:24 The Power of Faith and Trust

37:53 Writing as a Healing Process

43:39 Resilience and the Path Forward

Takeaways

The journey of life is a powerful creator.

True servanthood comes from love for others.

Family experiences shape our beliefs and perceptions.

Health challenges can lead to profound self-discovery.

Vulnerability is essential for connection and growth.

Gratitude fosters peace and resilience in adversity.

Good can emerge from difficult situations.

Forgiveness of oneself is a crucial step in healing.

Hope is vital in facing life's challenges.

Writing can be a therapeutic process that crystallizes insights.

Sound bites

"Never give up hope."

"I just turned two."

"Draw on God for hope."

I strongly encourage everyone to follow his, BUY his books, and be transformed by his insights.

Everyone has a story, and this is his story.

Below is a list of the sites that house his works.

https://www.deanweitenhagen.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dean-weitenhagen/

http://www.fleetwoodcres.com/