137. Kyle Robinson

heCast: The Official Podcast of HeChangedIt

Kyle shares his experience of promoting his book and the challenges of telling his story in interviews. He discusses the revisions he made to the book and the importance of including his confrontation with his mother about the abuse they experienced. Kyle talks about his passion for ultra-marathons and how running became a form of therapy for him. He reflects on his relationship with his biological father and stepfather, describing the abusive environment he grew up in. Kyle also discusses the impact of his upbringing on his relationships and his journey towards healing. Kyle reflects on his childhood and the moments of happiness he had amidst the difficult times. He shares how his home life affected his ability to form genuine friendships and led him to hang out with the wrong crowd. Kyle's realization of the impact of his home life on his behavior and his cry for help led him to turn himself into drug rehab. He talks about the positive influence of a teacher who believed in him and planted the seed of self-belief. Kyle's journey continues with his decision to go to college and law school, where he excelled academically. However, he faced challenges in law school and had to confront the character and fitness evaluation to become a lawyer. Kyle also shares his experience of living and working in New York City. In this conversation, Kyle V. Robinson shares his personal journey of overcoming adversity and finding success. He discusses his experiences growing up in a dysfunctional family, struggling with addiction, and navigating the legal system. Kyle also talks about his time in New York City, working as an attorney, and finding mentors who helped shape his path. He emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's own life and finding a supportive community. Kyle's story is a testament to resilience, personal growth, and the power of self-belief.

Takeaways

• Promoting a book involves repeatedly telling your story, which can be challenging and different from writing it.
• Telling your story and writing your story are two different things, requiring different approaches.
• Confronting and discussing past trauma can be a healing process.
• Running and physical activities can serve as therapy and provide a sense of accomplishment.
• The impact of childhood abuse can affect relationships and require ongoing healing and understanding. Childhood experiences can have a profound impact on a person's ability to form genuine friendships and make positive choices.
• Believing in oneself and having positive role models can be transformative and help break the cycle of negative experiences.
• Academic success can be achieved through hard work and determination, even after facing significant challenges.
• Living and working in a vibrant city like New York can be both exciting and challenging. Overcoming adversity requires confronting and healing from past traumas
• Finding mentors and a supportive community can be instrumental in personal growth
• Taking control of one's own life and pursuing passions can lead to success and fulfillment
• Stoicism and focusing on what is within one's control can help navigate challenges

Learn more about Kyle here:

Kyles Website⁠: http://www.kylevrobinson.com/ Follow Kyle on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/kylevrobinson/

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