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I was broke, empty, and weeks away from divorce, 4 conversations changed my life. | Writing about productivity, relationships and affiliate marketing

Omaha, NE
Joined September 2007
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An affirmation for challenging days.
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Who is the nicest person you’re connected to on Twitter?
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Who is the nicest person you’re connected to on Twitter?
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3 years
Each Ship 30 for 30 Cohort has so much energy. Here are three tips to help you on the ship especially if you're brand new to cohort-based writing.
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20 years ago I made one of the best decisions of my life. I once said, "I'm not a salesman!" My friends all reply, "I beg to differ, I've seen your wife." 🤣 20 years later, 5 kids, a dog, and lots of adventures. There's nobody else I'd rather do life with than this girl!
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Huge day … I stepped on the scale and weighed in at 199.7 lbs … the first time below 200 lbs in at least 15 years.
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So I was making videos daily for almost two months. … and I stopped. Someone I cared about made a point of making fun of me in a public setting. I retreated … … but yesterday someone told me that one of my videos spoke them as they were in a hospital recovering from a
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She reeked of urine. I saw her sitting on the sidewalk outside a gas station. She had matted hair and ripped clothing. I didn't even know if I was looking at a guy or a girl at first. That didn't matter!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Over the next 100 essays or so I am committing to writing my book in public. I've never done anything like this before so I'll need lots of grace.
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I had checked out of my marriage long before I walked out! We were weeks away from divorce. I was broke, out of shape, losing hope, and alone. ...and 4 conversations changed my life. a 🧵
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30 years I hid because I had crooked teeth. I’d often practice in the mirror talking to try and hide my teeth. I never smiled! Covid came and I loved wearing masks because people could not see me. I realized than it was time to change! Still swollen and sore but I love it!
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Hey Twitter friends, I’m still not back on my feet health wise, but I’m a heckuva lot better than I was last week. I miss every single one of you!
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Hey friends - It’s been 12 years or more since I’ve spoken in front of a group. Tomorrow I will doing my father-in-law’s funeral. I need lots of grace!!!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
It’s been a rough week y’all. ✔️My aunt passed away back in Canada. ✔️I have a cousin who is in bed rest and the baby will need immediate surgery upon birth to deal with heart defects. ✔️Jenny’s dad is in the hospital with Covid ✔️Ive been sick for a week But I have joy…
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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The right people at the right time under the right conditions come to life! It’s time! I’m launching a podcast called Moments of Impact. It will be 3 to 5 minutes of motivation, encouragement, and inspiration that you can carry into your day. Links will be coming very soon.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
How to Have a Difficult Conversation
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
I’m convinced that if you turned off the news, your happiness would increase exponentially. #tweet100
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
6 months
For all my writing friends… 😂😂
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Why Do I Write About Relationships?
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3 years
I’ve been thinking about the power of dreaming. I would love to have a tiny work space like this! What are you dreaming about today? #tweet100
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You need people who: ✔️will cheer you on. ✔️Will let you vent. ✔️Will help you re-focus. ✔️Will celebrate your wins. ✔️Will sit with you in your pain. I hope you have friends like this!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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So this is 19. Happy Birthday to my oldest son, Micah! I love that he wants me to take him to breakfast still on his birthday!
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10 years ago tonight I made one of the BEST decisions of my entire life! I was just weeks away from divorce, I chose to man up - And accept responsibility for ALL of my choices, good and bad! Believe me when I say I made some horrible choices! 10 years ago tonight I went to
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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7 years ago I was weeks away from divorce. I refused to accept responsibility for my choices. I blamed everyone else. Everything change when I humbled myself, and became accountable. That’s how I saved my marriage.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I’m not competing - I’m elevating others!
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“You don't get paid for the hour. You get paid for the value you bring to the hour.” -Jim Rohn When I learned this simple lesson from Jim Rohn, it changed my life. If you want to earn more, become more valuable. #tweet100
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5 months
So tired but so pumped to knock this item off my bucket list and see U2 at the Sphere!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Love is ... so many things. Today I reflect on love and loss. It has the power to change your life.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I had no idea what to write about today and one of my best friends, @samanthademers told me to write 'what's on my heart.' I had no idea how to do that and than I went back 31 years...and I wrote this. This might be my most vulnerable and real essay yet.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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One of the most frequently asked questions is about my bio, where I say four conversations changed my life. I get a lot of comments asking about those conversations. I've written about it before but I'm writing about it again. This is part one of four.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
If your Twitter got deleted, and you had to start over, who are the first 3 people you'd follow again?
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You don’t need to know every step… You just need to know the next step! #tweet100
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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People overestimate what we can do in a year and underestimate what we can do in a decade. 10 years ago, All seemed lost. My wife told me on Christmas Eve 2013 that she filed for divorce. I avoided my kids. I thought I was better off starting over... but the story was NOT over!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
I'm back for another round of #ship30for30 This is my 5th cohort. My essays will touch on ideas that I'm exploring as I write my book, Relationship Renewed: Renovating the Relationships that Matter Most.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
9 friends away from 5000… Say what? Yes I know it’s probably 2000 friends and 3000 bots … but still! 🤣🤣
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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The past 10 days have been some of the most challenging days of my life. I’m used to having piles of energy and simply walking down the hallway is exhausting. This cannot steal my joy though! I love you! #tweet100
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I can honestly say I’m starting to love the gym. I had no idea this would happen. I had no desire to join a gym at 48 when I hadn’t been to the gym in 30 years. It is changing my life!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Stop playing small… Please share this with your tribe!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
11 months
My son turned 17 today. As tradition goes, we are off to breakfast…
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
Fridays as a: Teen: movie and snacks 20”s: beer, pizza and wings 30’s: nachos, soda, snacks 40’s: eating anything in sight 48: - I’m at the gym because I’m turning this Dad bod into a father figure!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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We brought Cody into our home 10 years ago last week. I joked that he was my wife’s dog because I’m more of a big dog guy. 3 yrs ago he developed heart failure and today he breathed his last! Cody - you were the best dog! We love you so much!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Ok, so sick brain made it difficult to create anything of substance so I went back to the basics. Gratitude and people that have impacted me on Twitter in 2021. This list could go on for days.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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No matter how long you’ve traveled in the wrong direction, you can always turn around. #tweet100
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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just shipped my 100th essay in 100 days. Later today I will write a bonus essay on some of the things I've learned so far. Nothing but love for all of you.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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When I was a boy I couldn’t wait to move to the city. I love the convenience of the city but I also find myself yearning for the simplicity of the places I grew up like this one back home in Newfoundland!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
Friday night and Papa J is at the gym!!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
5 months
I’m staying this close to the Sphere!
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1 year
Men, (no offense to the ladies… But allow me to speak to men for a moment.) For the love of a healthy future.… For the sake of potential mates, children, coworkers, and neighbors. Do not ignore the pains of your past For far too long, I let my brokenness fester. Brokenness
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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It's Thanksgiving in America. If you've followed me for any time you know I don't need a reason to be thankful. I often say, "There is always something to be thankful for, Always!" Today I want to express gratitude to many who have enriched and blessed my life this year. 👇
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1 year
Are you interested in strengthening your relationships Over a period of 30 days, I'll be writing 30 Atomic Essays about how I went from being weeks away from divorce to transforming my marriage and family. Follow my Social Blog on @typeshare_co :
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
2 years
Today I took a big step. I have been a coach at my church for close to three years. Today was my last Sunday serving in that capacity. I have been slowly taking time to get away from the hustle mindset. Remember folks, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself.
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My wife tagged me in a post on one of the other socials. She was bragging about me for doing some basic stuff like getting groceries, filling up the cars with gas, and moving the cars this morning so she didn't need to when leaving for work. It was little things, but her love
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
So today was my second time lifting weights in 20 years. I was self-conscious; and a lot out of my comfort zone so I did what I always do when I’m uncomfortable: I begin connecting with people. Papa J is at the gym y’all!
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Some days you just feel like it’s a win: 12,000 steps (8,000 before 8:20 am) 75 burpees. An hour workout at the gym. Steak for dinner - I grilled it! Being around family. … and Day 1 of Ship 30. Today was winning in action.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I love Ship 30 for 30. I don’t know of anything online that has had a bigger impact on my thinking, creativity, and connections than this cohort by @dickiebush and @Nicolascole77 and co. Every cohort I find a tribe of writers where their writing just hits me. Here are the 5
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
I write about the things I've found on Twitter in 2021. Have you found your people?
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So … This is 49! Made it home about 2 hours ago! Walked in the house to see my wife still put up a happy birthday banner so I’d see it when I got home. I’ve been sick most of the week but still managed to enjoy a hockey game and a concert with my boys while sleeping most of
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I'm shipping a bonus essay for me today on writing for 100 consecutive days. Here are a few reflections on my thoughts on writing and my commitment to ship500, er ship30.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
4 years
@caroljsroth Command & Conquer or Civilization
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1 year
Whatever you do - Don’t give up!
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1 year
Came out of the gym tonight to this cool sky!
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3 years
So this just happened!!! 🙏
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I've had a few people ask me why I show up the way I do. They've asked why do you cheer for people the way you do. In one of my most personal essays yet I share "Why I Cheer for People."
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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Felt like a good time to say thanks for the 3,333 followers … I love the 792 humans and the 2,541 bots that are following me too. 🤣🤣
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I’ll just put this out there because I made 5 beds last night!! 😂😂😂
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
5 months
I am under the weather but so glad to be sharing this experience with my boys!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
6 months
Grief to Hope: A 3-Step Framework for Parents Processing Loss After Miscarriage I've told this story but today I was thinking about my baby. I've written and re-written this today and I just need to let the story write itself.
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At the gym … because I keep my word. … to myself and to others… because I have a calling!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
If you are the praying type, Say a couple for my boy… He got some routine bloodwork done last week and he has been in crazy pain ever since
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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Newsflash 📰 💥I am not the smartest guy in the room. 💥I am not the most skilled guy in the room. 💥I am not the most polished guy in the room. But I am relentless in my ability to see the best in others. … and my ability to show up cheering for people! Celebrate your gifts
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1 year
The story you’re in today does not have to be your story tomorrow!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
In the span of 24 hours, my family has had to say good bye to my wife’s dad and to my grandmother. As you develop a philosophy of success make sure it includes a healthy philosophy on relational success! #tweet100 Thankful for this community and the #ship30for30 community.
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I once dreamed of making $1,000,000 in a year. Now I just want enough $$$ to build a place where I can host events for 20-50 people talking about relationships, community, and everything in between.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
Don’t give up, don’t give up, Don’t give up!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I shared this with my close pals but wanted to share it with all my Twitter Peeps also. My wife just took my youngest son to the ER just now .. he’s scared … but in a lot of pain. Pray for wisdom for the doctors. I am home with the kids and praying myself for wisdom!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
So in 5 months on Twitter I’ve created some incredible connections. 30+ Zoom calls in the past 6 weeks. Blown away by the people I’ve connected with. I’ve never seen that happen on FB, Insta, LI or MySpace for that matter… 🤣
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During this cohort, I am going to be exploring the subject of love and relationships. Today's essay is an initial reflection on love.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
I am so excited to be back for my third cohort. I am writing about love 💕 and relationships. Over the next 30 days, I’m writing 30 Atomic Essays as a part of @dickiebush ’s Ship 30 for 30.  I’ll share insights that we will learn together. Follow along in this thread below 👇🏼
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@LeahBSassy @BethMooreLPM So I used to be in the “other camp” and than I saw that the news of the resurrected Jesus was given to women and women were told to tell the disciples what they had seen. It’s odd that many are fine with women missionaries over there... but not here.
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I'm Not For Everyone And That's OK
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5 months
Love this pic I caught with my boys outside the Sphere in Vegas last week! These boys make me so proud!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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"We are all connected by a simple wish, to be visible to be heard, to know that we matter." Vlada Mars Connection is at the core of what it is to be human. For my fourth wave of #ship30for30 , I'm exploring relationships, primarily in the context of love and friendship. 👇🧵
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
If you think Twitter is little more than a toxic cesspool, you’re in the wrong circles! Some of the best people I know are here on Twitter.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
Love this beautiful Nebraska sky tonight!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Do you meditate? If so do you use an app?
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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One of the best days of my life happened 9 years ago. I went to bed planning to get divorced in a matter of weeks. I woke up the next day, realized that I was a jerk, needing to change. My marriage was renewed, my family restored. I believe in miracles because I've seen it.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
Getting ready for bed but I have to say that while I still have work to do … I feel like a million bucks!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Nobody sets out to fail but everybody fails! Failure has a roadmap and I lay it out in today's atomic essay.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I am creating a mastermind group(s). I love masterminds and have been a part of 3 in the past. Today's essay shares three things that every mastermind needs.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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Love this advice. I wish I had more time to connect with more people. People are my jam!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
A quick lesson from caller ID
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Today is one of my favorite days! It is the day before #Ship30for30 begins a new journey. With that in mind, I wrote what I hope will be some helpful advice, before the ship leaves the harbor. Love and respect to @Nicolascole77 and @dickiebush
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Today I am absolutely thankful for the new Ship 30 cohort. The energy is unreal! My heart is full. #15daysofgratitude #ship30for30
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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Had a little fun getting some new pics taken a few weeks ago!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
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I have been telling and re-telling my story since 2015 because I believe people need hope and encouragement. It is why I write about relationships.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
1 year
I’m starting a podcast, looking for stories of individuals who have overcome challenges!
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
6 months
What Are You Doing Tomorrow?
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Everything I do is for the people in this picture! I’m blessed.
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Jeremy Ginn (Papa J) 🚢
3 years
Tomorrow I’m writing an atomic essay for the 100th consecutive day. Wonder what I’ll write about?!? 🤣
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