Season 301 Episode 10208
S2 E12 - How a Stray Dog Changed Everything for Jack Jokinen
Jack Jokinen Shares His Heartwarming Story of Rescuing Suzy and the Unexpected Impact It Had on His Family and Beyond http://s4g.biz/12sep24 tl;dr: Jack Jokinen shares the heartwarming story of how a stray, malnourished dog, Susie, unexpectedly entered his home and how his family decided to adopt her, inspiring many others to adopt rescue dogs. After receiving $42,000 in donations for Susie’s medical care, Jack and his family used the excess funds to help support 366 dog adoptions over the span of a leap year. Jack discusses Susie’s ongoing recovery, her joyful integration into their family, and how her story has touched the lives of many, leading to the publication of his children’s book, A Stray Dog for Christmas. Jack reflects on empathy as his superpower, explaining how a focus on understanding others has positively influenced both his personal and professional life, particularly in his work as a customer success manager. Jack encourages empathy in his children by helping them understand the motivations behind others' actions and emphasizes the importance of living by example to inspire kindness and empathy in future generations. http://superpowers4good.com
