In the latest episode of Mojo for the Modern Man, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dexter Spitz, a man who's as deep as he is insightful. Hailing from PG County, Maryland, Dexter opened up about his journey growing up in a whirlwind of family dynamics, divorces, and remarriages. We dove into his coping mechanisms, from creative outlets to the classic trio of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll. Dexter didn't hold back, sharing how his sensitivity often left him feeling overwhelmed and seeking escape.
But here's where it gets real: Dexter unpacked the importance of compassion and mindfulness, urging listeners to slow down and embrace their vulnerabilities. His reflections on distinguishing between personal and external emotions were not only profound but downright enlightening. It's like he's handing out emotional wisdom nuggets left and right.
As we wrapped up, Dexter left us with a challenge: to cultivate mindfulness and compassion as tools for navigating life's twists and turns. This episode was a crash course in emotional intelligence with a side of witty banter.
Bio:
Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes was raised in Prince George’s county Maryland, a suburb of Washington D.C. His curious mind led him to become a jack of all trades as a scientist/engineer, musician, spoken word artist, and entrepreneur. Holmes relocated to Chicago in 2014 after graduating from Virginia Tech where he got his degree as a Materials Science Engineer and met his mentor Dr. Nikki Giovanni.
He began the pursuit of his music career as Dxtr Spits, a witty, impactful, and energized lyricist. Holmes is the Founder and CEO of “Onli Packs”, an apparel and backpack brand that utilizes art from local artists. He prioritizes community reinvestment and creates community support initiatives utilizing his company and brands. His versatility and hustle has landed him attention locally and nationally including: NPR, The Chicago Tribune, Vocalo Radio, Voyage Chicago, & These Days News.