Welcome back to Ramble by the River with Jeff Nesbitt. In episode 95, Jeff sits down with Wade Whitson to discuss the ups and downs of life, from health struggles to finding purpose and everything in between.
Wade opens up about his experience with a traumatic head injury after a dangerous fall on “Death Hill”. This injury spiraled into immune dysfunction and atypical medical diagnoses, including a new type of diabetes. Despite these health struggles, Wade remained determined to get an education, even in the face of poverty and the death of both his parents.
Along the way, Wade discovered a secret that helped him lose 120 pounds and he shares his journey towards treating his diabetes with diet and exercise. Wade also talks about the blessing of having a brother, the joy of falling in love with Japan, its language and culture, and the power of having a sense of purpose (ichigai).
The conversation then turns towards Wade’s journey through nursing school and the emotional toll of caring for the sick. Wade also reflects on the topic of mortality and shares his thoughts on mourning and grief.
But the conversation doesn't stop there. Wade and Jeff also dive into the topics of artificial intelligence, language models, and the concept of intelligence itself. They discuss true learning versus rote memorization, trauma bonding, and the importance of proper medical interpretation.
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So join us for a heartfelt conversation about the challenges and triumphs of life, from health struggles to discovering purpose and the hidden power of language.
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