Does Losing Someone Make You Stronger? | The Iron Perspective with JD Denham 08

In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham reflects on loss, grief, and the long road to healing. From losing his best friend at 17 to the devastating loss of his mother at 19, JD opens up about how tragedy shaped him—and how the pain we carry can either destroy us or forge us into something stronger.JD shares the brutal truth about how grief manifests—through anger, addiction, and running from pain—and why most people never deal with it head-on. But through the hard journey of sobriety, faith, and self-discipline, he found that brokenness can be a bridge: a bridge to helping others heal too.If you’ve ever lost someone and wondered why—or how to move forward—this raw, personal episode is for you.Pain can bury you. Or it can build you. The choice is yours.Chapters:00:00 - Intro & Opening00:21 - How Fast Time Flies01:32 - Losing a Loved One03:20 - My First Loss at 1706:02 - The SAT That Saved Me08:00 - The Accident10:53 - Processing Grief13:10 - Life Moves On14:13 - Losing My Mom17:00 - Shattered Innocence19:48 - Grieving Alone21:05 - Connecting With My Mom23:04 - Burying the Pain24:49 - Anger & Addiction26:05 - The Road to Sobriety28:06 - Unpacking the Past29:07 - Does Loss Make You Stronger?30:06 - Purpose Through Pain31:47 - Healing & Hope33:04 - Outro & ClosingFollow Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jd_denham_fitFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/JD-Denham/61563578940850/My Peptides Website: https://www.warrior-makers.com/My Fitness & Diet Website: https://www.jddenhamfit.com/---------------------------------------------------------------------Intro Music: Pennywise - Let Us Hear Your Voice

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Hosted by JD Denham, The Iron Perspective is a podcast built on the belief that strength—physical, mental, and spiritual—is forged through challenge, discipline, and faith. With a passion for self-improvement, family, and living with purpose, JD sits down with remarkable individuals to uncover the lessons hidden in their stories. From personal growth and fitness to faith and resilience, every conversation is designed to sharpen your mind, strengthen your spirit, and push you toward becoming the best version of yourself. So, buckle up, because this is gonna be a wild ride