Every day I get an email from Simon Sinek, called “Notes to Inspire”. It’s got a quote from one of his books or speeches, and is meant to inspire his readers to be better leaders. As good as the quotes are, and some of them are incredibly insightful, what I really love is what’s at the bottom of every email: “We imagine a world in which the vast majority of people return home each day feeling fulfilled by the work they do.”
Wow. That’s some world, isn’t it?
We are created to be creators. When we stop creating out of fear or external circumstances, we often turn into consumers or critics. On this episode, we explore what creating looks like (it’s not necessarily what you think), what stops us from creating, why it’s so important to keep doing it.
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| Subscribe in iTunes | Subscribe in Stitcher | Subscribe via RSSRuth and I went walking a few days ago on the Airline Trail near us. It’s an old railroad bed that winds through scenic woods and fields in central Connecticut. We heard water laughing as it ran over stones. We saw wildflowers blooming and old stone walls.
And then we stopped.
What are the hallmarks of an artisan? What makes them stand out? In this episode we explore the 3 C’s of artisanship – no matter what your walk of life.
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| Subscribe in iTunes | Subscribe in Stitcher | Subscribe via RSSWhat’s your point of highest contribution? That thing that only you can do. Where you can have the most impact on the world? Do you have any idea?
I don’t.
I told myself it was really an excuse to get together with friends. Even introduce some who hadn’t met one another. It wasn’t about the painting. Because I really don’t know how to paint. Often avoid it, in fact.
Because it’s easy to get trapped in judgement.
Today was a Top Ten Day. Also known in our family as a Blue-Green day. You know, when the leaves are finally out and they are the brightest green they’ll ever be in this season, and the sky is so blue that it’s almost purple. And there’s not one cloud in the sky. A top ten for the year, for sure.
In November, 2017, a painting sold for $450M at an auction. It was more than 250% of the previous record. Why? Because of the artist’s reputation. In this episode, we talk about three reasons why it’s important for you to be an artisan – no matter what line of work you’re in.
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| Subscribe in iTunes | Subscribe in Stitcher | Subscribe via RSSYou never think when you sit in your seat and open your Kindle that this could be the last day of your life. Make each moment count. And tell your loved ones you love them. Now.
When disaster comes, having casually heard the safety instructions isn’t enough. In times of extreme stress, you fall back on what you’ve practiced. Intentional practice, also known as drills, are what make the difference. Here’s a book that tells you how to do it.
Many people can’t see beyond the obvious. Even though the oxygen mask is round, it’s also flexible. It can change shape. Practice exploring beyond what you think is possible. Here’s more about that topic.
Maybe so many people put the oxygen masks over their mouth and chin because they breathe through their mouth, and not through their nose. Breathing is meant to be done through your nose. It’s healthier and helps your voice stay lubricated. Here’s a free 20-minute consultation on breathing and other voice techniques.
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Maybe you’ve heard people tell you that you have to “burn the boats” to really succeed. That if you believe you can turn back, you will. I’ve always hated that advice, as it was often given to encourage us to “follow your passion”, which seems naïve and risky. Yet, there’s something to this advice. Here’s how to embrace your future and minimize risk at the same time.
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