The Journey Hosts Inspirational Speaker John O’Leary

The Journey is thrilled to welcome St. Louis native John O’Leary to The Journey Hanley Road on Wednesday, May 16, at 7 p.m. to share his remarkable and inspiring story and discuss his debut book, On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life.

In 1987, John O’Leary was a curious nine-year-old boy. Playing with fire and gasoline, John created a massive explosion in his home and was burned on 100% of his body. He was given 1% chance to live.

This epic story of survival was first showcased in his parents’ book, Overwhelming Odds, in 2006. It was this book that first invited John to embrace his miraculous recovery and share it with the world.

Today, John is an inspirational speaker teaching more than 50,000 people around the world each year how to live inspired.

John’s book, On Fire, was an instant #1 national bestseller, has sold 100,000+ copies and has been translated into 12 languages. His “Live Inspired Podcast” is a top 20 for business on iTunes and Inc. Magazine, and his online community is 200,000 strong. John is also a regular contributor to several publications, including Parade Magazine and The Huffington Post.

This speaking event is free and open to the public. A free copy of On Fire will be distributed to the first 200 people through the door on the night of the event. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. For more information and to register, visit thejourney.org/hr.