Stop Living Like It’s Your Last Day — Start Every Morning Anew | Life Lesson Quotes — Justin Shaw | 106

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Justin Shaw, a former stand-up comedian turned spiritual guide, to explore the profound impact of curiosity and mindset on our lives. Justin shares his powerful mantra: “Stop living like it’s your last day, and start living like it’s your first.” Drawing from his own journey through addiction and trauma, he unpacks how this shift allowed him to embrace life with a childlike sense of wonder, leading to true healing and transformation. Justin walks us through the difference between reckless abandon and intentional growth, emphasizing that approaching each day as a new beginning invites both empathy and self-discovery. We dive into practical tools for daily resets, the alchemy of negative emotions, and the importance of fresh starts, even in the midst of chaos. If you’ve ever felt stuck in all-or-nothing thinking or overwhelmed by the noise of everyday life, Justin’s hard-earned wisdom and infectious humor will leave you inspired to rethink your own approach and find hope in curiosity.

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Chapters

00:00 Living Life: Last Day vs. First Day
00:47 Introducing Justin Shaw
01:18 Justin’s Unique Approach to Healing
02:07 Justin’s Favorite Motto
03:42 Justin’s Healing Journey
05:09 Emotional Alchemy and Curiosity
06:21 The Power of Observing Others
06:43 Rethinking the “Last Day” Mindset
09:17 All or Nothing Thinking
09:51 Building Toward the Future
11:16 Subscribe for More Wisdom
11:54 Mixing First Day and Last Day
13:02 Building With the Right Mindset
15:06 Curiosity as a Fresh Start
15:39 Building Blocks to a Better Life
17:18 Reminders for a New Beginning
18:09 Setting Up a Mindful System
20:05 Meditation as a Daily Practice
20:14 Thank You, Justin
20:27 About the Book "Sorcery 101"
21:44 Justin on Career and Mission
22:38 Healing Spiritual Bankruptcy
23:12 Closing and Farewell