Brandon Jenner: Life Beyond the Spotlight + Finding Meaning Through Music and Parenthood

Aren't we all in the pursuit of finding fulfillment? Often, we find ourselves juggling multiple roles - parent, spouse, careerist, artist, etc. Each carries its unique challenges and rewards, demanding our attention, commitment, and passion. So how do we discover our true selves and thrive amidst life's demands? This is what we dive into in this episode of the Darin Olien Show with guest Brandon Jenner. We discuss the intersection of parenthood and personal passions, and the balance required to maintain individual growth amidst the responsibilities of parenting. We also explore the therapeutic power of music, discussing its role as a tool for self-discovery and emotional navigation. Lastly, we highlight the importance of personal growth and self-discovery, focusing on the value of self-awareness, and the role various avenues like travel and meditation play in expanding personal understanding and perspective. Brandon Jenner is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and television personality. He is the second oldest son of reality star and Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner and the oldest son of songwriter and actress Linda Thompson. What we discuss: (0:00:07) - How becoming a father of three has shaped Brandon's perspective (0:14:16) - How parenthood impacts personal ambitions and the societal pressures that can influence these ambitions (0:31:26) - The therapeutic power of music and Brandon's personal journey as a musician that despite feeling inadequate at times, he finds solace in creating music that resonates with his empathetic heart (0:42:15) - The importance of self-awareness and living authentically, and how travel can lead to personal growth and a better understanding of different ways of life (0:53:44) - Self-discovery and perspective through travel and meditation, and Brandon's plans for music with next year Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off. Manna Vitality: Go to www.mannavitality.com and use code DARIN12 at checkout for 12% off. Barùkas: Go to www.barukas.com and use code DARINPOD10 for a 10% discount. Find more from Brandon Jenner: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonjenner/ Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/