Shaking Up The World at 91: Lessons on Purpose, Positivity & Legacy with James D. Paulk Jr.

Shaking Up The World at 91: Lessons on Purpose, Positivity & Legacy with James D. Paulk Jr.

In this deeply insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with 91-year-old submariner, author, and Naval Academy graduate James D. Paulk Jr. Jim shares his incredible journey, from commanding submarines to publishing his latest book Shaking Up The World. Filled with moving stories of resilience, history, and personal triumphs, Jim reflects on the power of staying positive, building deep connections, and leaving a meaningful legacy. His life proves that purpose doesn’t retire — it evolves. Whether it’s interviewing an Apollo astronaut, telling the survival stories of his classmates, or embracing writing late in life, Jim reminds us that every chapter holds potential.

About the Guest:James D. Paulk Jr. is a 91-year-old submariner, Naval Academy graduate, business leader, conservationist, and now an author. His book Shaking Up The World features 81 stories from his Naval Academy classmates, covering extraordinary life events—from surviving Auschwitz and POW camps to creating the GPS system and walking on the moon.

Key Takeaways:

  • A positive mindset is critical for a long, fulfilling life.

  • Legacy is built through connection and storytelling.

  • Even late in life, you can evolve, create, and inspire.

  • The book captures personal histories that reflect major 20th-century events.

  • Actively dealing with problems is more powerful than worrying.

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