What do you do when the place that raised you also tries to break you?How do you honor a parent's love, even when their choices caused deep pain?And is it really possible to rewrite a story that started in trauma?This episode is raw, redemptive, and real — a journey through brokenness, love, purpose, and healing. And trust me, you’re going to want to lean all the way in for this one.Today, I’m sitting down with someone whose story moved me in ways I wasn’t expecting — Vondale Singleton.When you meet Vondale, you meet someone who shoul...
What do you do when the place that raised you also tries to break you?
How do you honor a parent's love, even when their choices caused deep pain?
And is it really possible to rewrite a story that started in trauma?
This episode is raw, redemptive, and real — a journey through brokenness, love, purpose, and healing. And trust me, you’re going to want to lean all the way in for this one.
Today, I’m sitting down with someone whose story moved me in ways I wasn’t expecting — Vondale Singleton.
When you meet Vondale, you meet someone who shouldn’t have made it — at least, not according to the statistics.
He grew up on the South Side of Chicago, surrounded by trauma, violence, and addiction. As a little boy, he watched his father — bloodied from a gunshot wound — stumble through their apartment door. He saw guns and drugs hidden under the mattress. He lived the kind of childhood that could have broken him.
But what you’ll hear today is not just a story of survival. It’s a story of preservation, purpose, and a father’s love — even when life was deeply broken.
One of the most powerful moments in this conversation is when Vondale shares how his father, even in the chaos, pulled him close and said:
"Son, don’t ever touch these guns or drugs. I’m only doing this to try to take care of you. I love you." That seed of love, planted in the middle of heartbreak, grew into something extraordinary.
What I love about Vondale is how he carries both truth and grace — he doesn’t sugarcoat the pain, but he also refuses to dismiss the love that was there.
Because of that, his story isn't just inspiring — it’s deeply healing.
Timestamps:
00:00 Exploring Life's Purpose
10:06 Unintended Impact of Parental Actions
12:57 Divine Encounter: Life-Changing Moment
18:45 Spiritual Journey of Self-Discovery
25:49 Balancing Leadership and Home Life
31:13 Transformation Through Faith
32:26 Finding Purpose Beyond Comfort Zone
42:09 Purpose and Divine Protection
43:54 Violence and Unsettling Memories
53:28 Father's Struggles and Identity Formation
56:24 Men's Vulnerability and Healing
59:36 Champs Mentoring: Supporting Young Men
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About the Guest
Vondale Singleton is a business coach, mentor, and motivational speaker who specializes in guiding individuals to succeed in business and live authentic lives. He is committed to empowering others to step into their purpose with confidence, build resilience, and unlock their full potential. Vondale helps his clients navigate setbacks, develop a mindset that attracts success, and transform both their professional and personal lives. With a deep focus on personal growth, he is dedicated to creating environments where people can thrive, overcome challenges, and build lasting success.
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