154: Losing My Son: How Do You Rebuild After the Ultimate Loss?

What would you do if the unthinkable happened? How do you rebuild your life when everything feels lost? In Episode 154 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, hosts Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez sit down with Jeremy Montes, a father who shares his powerful and heartbreaking story of losing his son and finding the strength to move forward. This raw and deeply personal conversation dives into the unbearable pain of loss, the resilience needed to rebuild, and the timeless values of family, integrity, and purpose. Jeremy opens up about his journey to heal and rediscover his role as a husband and father after tragedy struck, offering practical insights and emotional truths for anyone striving to lead their family through life’s darkest moments. With thoughtful guidance from Jason and Gabe, this episode explores how to rise above even the greatest challenges and live in alignment with what truly matters. For fathers and husbands who aim to balance responsibility, resilience, and a deep commitment to their families, this conversation delivers life-changing lessons and heartfelt wisdom. Don’t miss this moving and unforgettable episode of The Jason Khalipa Podcast. Tune in now. Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at Blokes For Him: https://blokes.co/jkpodcast For Her: https://choosejoi.co/jkpodcast Take our Training Program Quiz and get a 7-Day Trial to the TH App here: https://th.fit/ Never let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=en Never Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/ NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programming Philanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/ Chapters: 0:00 Start Here: Meet Jeremy Montes 0:05 Fatherhood Lessons from a Marine Dad 2:31 Jiu-Jitsu Prodigy Battles Leukemia 7:02 Overcoming Pain and Mental Fog 9:31 Jiu-Jitsu as Therapy for Adversity 14:06 Finding Hope After Loss 16:43 The Story of Job and Love’s Risks 21:24 Cherished Memories with Loved Ones 23:28 Make Every Moment with Kids Count 27:18 Faith and Challenges During War 29:28 Coping with Loss Through Faith 33:58 Building a Relationship with God 36:02 Staying Positive in Tough Times 40:07 Jiu-Jitsu Community Support 42:16 Finding Focus on the Mat 46:15 Positivity Leads Through Hard Times 48:12 Strengthening Bonds Through Jiu-Jitsu 52:29 Guiding Kids While Letting Them Grow 54:36 Finding Hope in Small Wins 59:03 Growth, Leadership, and Inspiration