When dreams collapse . . .

Jon Peters had it all: record-breaking high school baseball pitcher, on the cover of Sports Illustrated, a beautiful girlfriend. He was going to play professional baseball. He was going to have everything he'd ever wanted. 

Until a shoulder injury and four surgeries changed his life.

With dreams shattered, Jon struggled to find value and happiness. After years searching vainly to make sense of it all, alcohol, a suicide attempt, deep-seated anger, and a failed marriage made him feel even more desperate.

When new dreams come . . .

In the worst place of his life, he reached out and found help and hope. Trading in his old dreams for beautiful new ones birthed out of the ashes of his past, he’s at last found value, fulfillment, and purpose.

Now in When Life Grabs You by the Baseballs, Jon shares the secrets he’s learned to living a happy life. His message is universal: no matter what dreams you've lost or what demons you’re battling, you too can find that same hope, happiness, and purpose.

suicide prevention, motivational speaker

As an electrifying speaker, Jon shares his powerful story in a genuine, real, and authentic manner. He believes in being vulnerable and will bring connection to your next event. 

"Each one of us has a story. Your story is important and there is someone somewhere who needs to hear it."

What People Are Saying

"I woke up this morning and wanted to die. After I heard you speak, I no longer want to die. You gave me hope." 

- ETBU Student

"Bro, you were awesome and the feedback has been amazing! I suspect I will be asking you to speak again but after this, you may be hard to book."

-Scott Willmore

"Thank you for sharing your story and your journey. You made me cry a few times. Ruined my mascara but so worth it."

-Rikki Smith

"You are one really inspirational person. I cannot wait for your book. Keep doing what you do. It means a lot to me and so many others."

-Dinah Jacobs