Ep. 30 ”I Have To Go To College”: False Narrative

It was great growing up so close to Grandma and Grandpa. They were such a great example of a loving relationship. It was also a place a kid like Mark Copeland could score a sweet treat and escape to when things were tough at home. Mark spent a lot of time with his grandpa and learned a lot. He explored nature and asked Grandpa lots of questions. But then Grandpa made him find the answers. Mark learned to be curious and look for unique experiences.

Before Mark headed to high school he and his grandfather did a sabbatical in Alaska! Yeah, with glaciers and a tent! He also knew his grandfather expected him to go to college. But Mark was wrapped up in living for today. He didn’t have money or desire to attend college. Among many other things he took away from his time with his grandfather was something he said “You will become the person you become from the people you meet and the books you read.” And Mark took some time to explore who is Mark?

Today though, he is crafting a different narrative. He wants to impact others through his actions. He is more interested in satisfaction of life rather than success, or the world’s definition of success anyway. His wife, children, grandchildren, and staff know they can come to him. He has set the example.

To Connect with Mark Copeland:

mcopeland@jayssportinggoods.com or michiganarchery@gmail.com

To Connect with Tim Croll or Steve Gohl: www.narrative.live