#54: Dancer to DJ, Navigating Sobriety, Chronic Back Pain, and Finding Creative Outlets ft. Way Liu

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In this insightful episode of One Thousand Gurus, host J.R. reconnects with his longtime friend Way Liu. Way, a Bay Area native, shares his journey from hip hop dance mentee to experienced freestyle dancer, DJ, and creative artist. Despite battling chronic back pain and overcoming drug addiction, Way's resilience shines as he explores various creative outlets. Join us as Way discusses his life experiences, including the challenges of leading Kaba Modern, his path to sobriety, and his dive into music production and DJing. Whether you're interested in dance, mental health, or creativity, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiration for everyone.

Guest Bio:
Creative born and raised in the Bay Area with experience in dance, DJing and other music related facets. Credits: AOV, Kaba Modern, Academy of DJ's, Arena SF nightclub. Recent DJ venues: 1015 Folsom, Still OG Bar.

Guest Links:
Instagram: @sh.way /   / sh.way  
TikTok: @shwayboyadvance /   / shwayboyadvance  
Soundcloud:   / shway_station  

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:17 Influences and Early Aspirations
06:57 Dance Journey and Evolution
10:09 Transition to Choreography
14:52 Leadership in Kaba Modern
20:04 Challenges of Directorship
26:07 Lessons Learned from Leadership
27:27 Lessons Learned Under Pressure
29:36 The Journey to Sobriety
37:36 Navigating Chronic Pain
48:03 The Impact of Back Pain on Dance
55:27 Exploring Creative Pursuits
59:28 The Journey of a Multifaceted Creator
01:01:16 Balancing Work and Creative Pursuits
01:05:43 Rapid Fire Insights
01:09:51 Defining Success and Life Lessons
01:11:15 Pondering the State of the World
01:13:53 Hot Takes and Personal Philosophy
01:16:00 Recent Influences and Recommendations
01:19:52 Gratitude and Final Thoughts

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