Intro

Welcome to Next Chapter

The Journey to Self-Discovery

The Power of Mentorship

Growing Up Without a Father Figure

Breaking Down the Wall

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

The NFL Dream and Life After Sports

Navigating Fatherhood and Loss

Facing Grief and Finding Healing

The Pain of Loss and Spiritual Struggles

Finding Empathy and Healing Through Family

The Transformative Power of Forgiveness

The Courage of Being Present

The Value of Peace and Relationships

Learning from a Mentor

Navigating Blended Families

The Importance of Communication in

A Journey Through Jail and Self-Discovery

The Power of Seeking Help and Support

Advice for a Younger Self

Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with leadership coach, speaker, and author Dr. A. Joel Tudman for a candid conversation about identity, purpose, and the hidden struggles many high performers face.

Dr. Tudman has spent years helping leaders bridge the gap between where they are and where they’re called to be. But in this conversation, he opens up about a deeply personal moment that resonated with thousands online—when he publicly admitted that despite his success, he didn’t truly know who he was. 

Together, T.D. Jakes and Dr. Tudman explore the pressure of performance, the emotional weight many men carry in silence, and why success without self-discovery can leave people feeling lost. They also discuss Dr. Tudman’s new book, The Fight to Find Yourself, and why confronting your internal battles is often the first step toward authentic leadership. 

This episode dives into vulnerability, identity, purpose, leadership, and personal transformation, offering insight for anyone navigating success while searching for who they truly are.

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with leadership coach, speaker, and author Dr. A. Joel Tudman for a candid conversation about identity, purpose, and the hidden struggles many high performers face.
Dr. Tudman has spent years helping leaders bridge the gap between where they are and where they&rsquo;re called to be. But in this conversation, he opens up about a deeply personal moment that resonated with thousands online&mdash;when he publicly admitted that despite his success, he didn&rsquo;t truly know who he was.&nbsp;
Together, T.D. Jakes and Dr. Tudman explore the pressure of performance, the emotional weight many men carry in silence, and why success without self-discovery can leave people feeling lost. They also discuss Dr. Tudman&rsquo;s new book, The Fight to Find Yourself, and why confronting your internal battles is often the first step toward authentic leadership.&nbsp;
This episode dives into vulnerability, identity, purpose, leadership, and personal transformation, offering insight for anyone navigating success while searching for who they truly are.

From turning points to transformations, NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes explores the pivotal moments that define who we become. In each episode, Chairman T.D. Jakes sits down with global leaders, creatives, and change agents to uncover how they faced life’s greatest shifts—and what came next. Through vulnerable, bold, and deeply honest conversation, the series reveals the insights and inspiration that emerge when faith meets transformation. Produced in partnership with iHeartMedia, this is more than a podcast. It's a guide for the evolution of your purpose.

From turning points to transformations,&nbsp;NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes&nbsp;explores the pivotal moments that define who we become. In each episode, Chairman T.D. Jakes sits down with global leaders, creatives, and change agents to uncover how they faced life&rsquo;s greatest shifts&mdash;and what came next. Through vulnerable, bold, and deeply honest conversation, the series reveals the insights and inspiration that emerge when faith meets transformation. Produced in partnership with iHeartMedia, this is more than a podcast. It's a guide for the evolution of your purpose.

NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with leadership coach, speaker, and author Dr. A. Joel Tudman for a candid conversation about identity, purpose, and the hidden struggles many high performers face. Dr. Tudman has spent years helping leaders bridge the gap between where they are and where they’re called to be. But in this conversation, he opens up about a deeply personal moment that resonated with thousands online—when he publicly admitted that despite his success, he didn’t truly know who he was. Together, T.D. Jakes and Dr. Tudman explore the pressure of performance, the emotional weight many men carry in silence, and why success without self-discovery can leave people feeling lost. They also discuss Dr. Tudman’s new book, The Fight to Find Yourself, and why confronting your internal battles is often the first step toward authentic leadership. This episode dives into vulnerability, identity, purpose, leadership, and personal transformation, offering insight for anyone navigating success while searching for who they truly are.

Dr. Joel Tudman on Identity, Purpose & Struggles of High Performers | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

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