John-Michael Lander
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life
As a 14-year-old Olympic Bound Athlete, the adults entrusted with my training, groomed and trafficked me into silence, causing the most exciting time of my life to be filled with shame and guilt while I still went on to win gold medals at the Norway and Danish Cups.
Through my experiences I developed the Predatory Grooming Trifecta© which demonstrates how the predator grooms the organization first, the parents second, and then the child, which allows the predator to go undetected for years.
After publishing my books, Surface Tension and Cracked Surface, I dedicate myself to bringing my message to conferences around the world. Whether as a keynote speaker or a workshop leader, I break through the myths and boundaries of Predatory Grooming, Long-term Effects of Sexual Abuse, and Surviving. .
As a certified Trainer and Life Coach with the Self-Talk Institution, I will speak with your team, organization, or school about the importance of changing how you think and the programs that we have created for oursleves. "If you can change your Self-Talk, you can change your Program. If you change your Program, you can change your Life." Some of the programs available are: * Are Your Thoughts Killing You?
* The Predatory Grooming Trifecta©
*Change the Myths--Change your Life.
As a speaker and innovator, I will bring new life and connection to your next event. Contact me, and we can design a workshop or presentation that fits the needs that you have today.
As a certified Trainer and Coach for the Self-Talk Insitute I provide talks and workshops
for:
* Survivors
* Athletes
* Businesses
* Weight Loss
* Direct Marketing
* Personal Growth
I provide training and presentations:
* Predatory Grooming Trifecta©
* Male Trauma Bonding
* Locker Room Talk
* Are Your Thoughts Killing You
* Inflammation
* Long-Term Effects of Sexual Abuse
* Positive Self Talk
As certified Trainer and Coach, I will help you reach your goals – in every area of your life.
Each area of interest in your life:
Job & Career
Personal Growth
Money & Finances
Self-Esteem
Personal Relationships
Health & Fitness
Personal Organization
Quality of Life
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They say when the student is ready the teacher will appear. I had no idea that when I stumbled across a video of John Michael Lander on my Facebook feed that that was nothing short of a divine orchestration. As soon as we spoke on our initial discovery conversation, I knew I needed to work with him.
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They say when the student is ready the teacher will appear. I had no idea that when I stumbled across a video of John Michael Lander on my Facebook feed that that was nothing short of a divine orchestration. As soon as we spoke on our initial discovery conversation, I knew I needed to work with him. I’ve always been clear about what I want to achieve but working with John Michael has helped me find the words and syntax to elevate my goals to a vibration that resonates deep within my core and makes them achievable. I could not have made that connection on my own. He introduced me to the Self Talk app. At first, I thought I’d be overwhelmed with the work. But he helped me implement listening to the app, writing and reading my goals in way that feels inspiring and not energetically draining. These have all become part of my daily ritual and have helped me to stay clear, focused on moving forward in the direction of my goals. John Michael is one of the kindest, nurturing, supportive, motivating, and special people I have ever met. His dedication to helping and believing in me is something that I will always value and appreciate. I'm in awe of him as a human being as he has so much to offer. His words in every session leave me feeling motivated, inspired and gives me the guiding force I need to have the confidence that my goals are achievable and in fact have already been achieved. I have had to face old programs and knowing that they are being released with new ones with John-Michael’s help means more to me than he will ever know. He makes me want to be a better human being.
Having someone believe in you, see you and champions for you in every way makes all the difference.
Thank you John-Michael.
Warmly,
Farhan, Canada
October 15, 2025 @ 2pm EST
SurvivorSpace:
Lily Sanders Tese- {Author, Screenwriter, Podcaster}
Lily’s journey into professional writing began with her award-winning book, 'Truth to Triumph'. Springboarding into major media TV, she was featured on ABC-NY Eyewitness News, Newsmax, FOX, CBS, NBC, iHeart Radio, and more… myth-busting the common beliefs about domestic violence. She considers ABC's Bill Ritter a respected mentor.
But today, Lily is paving her way as a film and TV writer, creating entertainment that awakens hearts and evokes loving, social change. Her newest drama pilot for TV is already winning awards and is currently under consideration. Lily is dedicated to creating entertainment that brings real and raw stories that can speak the truth in love, without sacrificing honesty and peace.
Lily is excited to share the pre-launch of her new podcast, “Up Until Now,” which will reflect testimonies that can speak truth into people’s lives.
https://www.youtube.com/@Up_Until_Now
Listen to other Guests: Talk with John-Michael (johnmichaellander.com)
THE ZAC PITTS SHOW
"Fighting Child Exploitation" w/ John-Michael Lander (zacpitts.com)
John-Michael Lander dives deep into how to keep our most vulnerable safe from exploitation. Find out how institutions, parents, and tech can protect our kids. This episode tackles tough topics like online sextortion and male abuse, plus the laws figh
THE ZAC PITTS SHOW
"Fighting Child Exploitation" w/ John-Michael Lander (zacpitts.com)
John-Michael Lander dives deep into how to keep our most vulnerable safe from exploitation. Find out how institutions, parents, and tech can protect our kids. This episode tackles tough topics like online sextortion and male abuse, plus the laws fighting child abuse and trafficking.
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"How to Rock Passion, Purpose, and Truth" with Lily Sanders
Spotify-Audible
How to Rock Passion, Purpose, and Truth by Beyond the Current Situation (spotify.com)
And the Video on YouTube
https://youtu.be/8qXfMcuw6Oo?si=eXBfj62SEtP4T2zb
In this episode on Beyond the Current Situation, Lily Sanders talks with her recurring guest, John-Mic
"How to Rock Passion, Purpose, and Truth" with Lily Sanders
Spotify-Audible
How to Rock Passion, Purpose, and Truth by Beyond the Current Situation (spotify.com)
And the Video on YouTube
https://youtu.be/8qXfMcuw6Oo?si=eXBfj62SEtP4T2zb
In this episode on Beyond the Current Situation, Lily Sanders talks with her recurring guest, John-Michael Lander. This is essentially peeking into a chat between two friends who come together with no intentions and wind up creating powerful insight that brings you back to love. With unveiling ease, they roll out talks of passion, purpose, and truth as if it were the fragrance of rose whose pedals we have forgotten to smell. You will experience an organic conversation that delights in positive reframing and insights. Balanced by what your "thinking mind" tells you, and what you innately know, choosing conscious presence will guide you back to your truth. Lily and John-Michael express this in their own unique ways that come together like a symphony. A little about Lily's guest: John-Michael Lander a Voice for the Voiceless and the founder of "An Athlete’s Silence". As an athlete, he silently endured sexual abuse and trafficking from the adults entrusted with this training while winning gold medals at the Norway and Danish Cups. He broke his silence with the TedTalk, “An Athlete’s Silence”. He has appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, CBC news, been interviewed for the TIME and for the George Clooney Productions Company. He has two novels, Surface Tension and Cracked Surface.
From Limits to Liberation: Harness Self-Identity Power • How to Scale a Business, host:
Hector Santiestenan (spotify.com)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5koZG4QplQx17L2TUX2zK3...
In this episode, John Michael Lender, takes us on a journey of personal growth, emphasizing the potential within each of us. We are encoura
From Limits to Liberation: Harness Self-Identity Power • How to Scale a Business, host:
Hector Santiestenan (spotify.com)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5koZG4QplQx17L2TUX2zK3...
In this episode, John Michael Lender, takes us on a journey of personal growth, emphasizing the potential within each of us. We are encouraged to shrug off the constraints of negative thoughts and self-talk, replacing them with powerful, inspiring ones. By identifying the blind spots and unseen barriers hindering our progress, we can begin to remove these hidden obstacles and reach new heights of success. We also explore goal-setting techniques and the importance of maintaining deadlines to keep us motivated. A key feature of the episode involves starting a podcast, where John Michael imparts his own experiences to inspire listeners to act on their passions. This episode serves as a compass guiding us toward personal transformation and entrepreneurial triumph.
https://survivorspace.shorthandstories.com/thoughts-vs-thinking/index.html
As the New Year dawns, countless individuals embark on a journey of self-improvement, armed with resolutions that promise transformative change. It's a ritual as timeless as the ticking of the clock striking midnight. But why do we set these resolutions, and more importantly, why do so many of them fall by the wayside as the months unfol
As the New Year dawns, countless individuals embark on a journey of self-improvement, armed with resolutions that promise transformative change. It's a ritual as timeless as the ticking of the clock striking midnight. But why do we set these resolutions, and more importantly, why do so many of them fall by the wayside as the months unfold?
Unveiling the Secrets Behind New Year's Resolutions (shorthandstories.com)
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