Episode 22: In Conversation with Lukas Losen
In Conversation with Lukas Losen, “Having the Right People Around You Makes All the Difference.” For the first time, Lukas shares openly what he remembers from April 13, 2014, the day our lives were shattered by evil and hateful acts of violence. Resilience, courage, and love can be heard through his recollection of life as he knew it, from the perspective of a 12-year-old.
Recalling the chaos of the day and remembering those who helped him move from a deep, dark depression to who he is today, Lukas’ vulnerability is heartwarming. The wisdom Lukas provides me and you, as we wrap up our conversation, will fill your heart as it did mine. He has much to offer this world and due to many family members, friends and professionals, does he have the opportunity to do so. I am hopeful you find his courageous kindness as contagious as I do. Having the right people around us makes all the difference in our lives.
Mindy’s show notes
Resilience, courage, and love can be heard through his recollection of life as he knew it, from the perspective of a 12-year-old. Recalling the chaos of the day and remembering those who helped him move from a deep, dark depression to who he is today, Lukas’ vulnerability is heartwarming. The wisdom Lukas provides me and you, as we wrap up our conversation, will fill your heart as it did mine. He has much to offer this world and due to many family members, friends and professionals, does he have the opportunity to do so. I am hopeful you find his courageous kindness as contagious as I do. Having the right people around us makes all the difference in our lives.
Stay safe, healthy, wear a mask for you and others…together, we are better!
Resources
Episode 04 with Melinda Corporon, “You Have the Most Important Job Today”
Episode 06 with Sunayana Dumala, “Sunayana Dumala”
Episode 08 with Will Corporon, “Galvanizing Deaths”
Episode 12 with Tony Corporon, “Emotional Security if Mental Health Care”
Episode 20 with Gael Martin, “It Feels Better to be Kind.”
Laura Boyer Carley – a family friend, babysitter to Lukas and Reat, and colleague at Boyer Corporon Wealth Management.
Pastor Adam Hamilton – Senior Pastor of The Church of the Resurrection.
Research Psychiatric Center – Lukas’ mental health declined in 2013 and again in 2014, during the month preceding the anniversary of the murders. We sought assistance for him from the Research Psychiatric Center, on both occasions.
Gary Glichrist – Friend, Coach, and Owner of Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy
Montverde Academy – Montverde Academy (MVA)is a coeducational independent school that serves grades Pre-K3–12. Our boarding program serves grades 7-12 and post-graduate studies. Lukas transferred to MVA the second semester of his sophomore year of high school in January 2018, graduating in May 2020.