Presence During Hardship Defines Your Legacy featuring John O'Leary

<p class="p1">In this deeply moving and perspective-shifting episode of the <em>Dad Edge Podcast</em>, I sit down with <span class="s1"><strong>John O'Leary</strong></span>, a bestselling author, motivational speaker, and burn survivor whose life is a testament to the power of resilience, hope, and radical love. At age nine, John suffered severe burns across 100% of his body. He wasn't supposed to live. But not only did he survive—he became one of the most impactful voices inspiring people to live fully, love deeply, and lead fearlessly.</p> <p class="p3"> </p> <p class="p1">John and I talk about what truly matters in life, the legacy we leave through small, consistent acts of presence, and how pain—when faced with faith and courage—can become the very tool that transforms us into the fathers and husbands we were meant to be. This isn't just an episode about overcoming—it's about <em>becoming</em>.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <hr /> <p class="p2"> </p> <h3><strong>EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS</stron...