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Conversation and advice from one father to his children as they grow into adulthood.
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It's amazing how we grow impatient with wanting to make changes. The key isn't in dramatic, immediate changes. The key is being consistent with small changes every day. It's living with that kind of intention I'd like to talk about today. Let's share a cup of good advice with our coffee- how 'bout it?
This seems like an appropriate topic at the beginning of a new year but it is relevant at any time. Set goals; simply put, If you don’t know where you’re going you’ll probably never get there.
There’s a fundamental principal in our lives that is particularly appropriate in this day and age. Giving and expecting something in return robs us of the opportunity to inspire. Settle in to your favorite chair or take a sip of coffee and let’s explore this idea today.
This is the first a recurring series I am beginning today where I take a quote and expand on it. Today, it is Mark Twain. “ Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect.“ Let’s unpack that one today over a cup of joe.
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know how forming good habits is key to having a more fulfilled life. Today let’s pour of cup and coffee and talk about how identity-based habits can be so much more effective in helping us move toward who we choose to be. A shout out goes to James Clear and his book “Atomic Habits.”
Are you a dependable person? We usually think about this in relation to are we a person others can depend on. But can you depend on yourself? Let’s look at the ramifications of this important question and how the answer can affect us internally in our daily lives. Sounds like an ideal coffee conversation.
Sometimes we let other’s opinions of ourselves override what we believe we are capable of doing. This can cause us to doubt ourselves and limit our abilities. Let’s realize this and work on what really matters today over a cup of coffee.
Things will always get into the way of your progress. Sometimes the obstacles are small and sometimes and they are larger. Seems like a huge negative but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s turn those stumbling blocks into building blocks today around over a cup of coffee today.
Today we are going to discuss gratitude. And I’d like you to consider a bit of a different take on this. With the New Year we are always looking to change for the better (hopefully). And sometimes the reason we want to change begins with negative thoughts and emotions which can be a drag on our attempt to change. So how does gratitude help us in that? Let’s talk about it over coffee.
Your perception of yourself should not change based on how someone else looks at you. Let's talk about this one over a cup of coffee this morning. Thank you for listening and please don't forget to subscribe if you like what you hear.
This is an important podcast that I invite you to devote your full attention. In fact, it would be great if you grabbed a pen and paper, or opened notes on your computer and recorded a few thoughts. Throughout our lives we are shaped by conditioned responses. Some are necessary and positive while other we negatively bind on ourselves. How do we discover the difference and make things better? Let’s grab a cup of coffee and share a few thoughts.
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Today we talk about relationships and the endowment effect. The endowment effect is the feeling that what I have is mine and it will always be so. It’s comforting in some situations but toxic when it comes to relationships.
Today we’re going to talk about decision making. And part of that is understanding what part emotion plays in the process - for better or worse. How do we get past that. I’ve got some tips for you today.
I reading a book called Groundhog Day by Paul Hannam. It relates to the movie of the same name. Today I’d like to share with you thoughts from the book including the wisdom of breaking out of destructive repetitious behavior patterns and taking time to establish personal priorities.
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There are moments, times and places, where we find ourselves occupied by our entire brain. We are present in the moment. And that is a good thing. It is good for us to be fully present in those times and not think about the past or the future - but rather the present moment. W e need to find those moments.
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Today we talk about standards. The level of goodness and priority that we strive for and try to exceed or at least not fall below. And what I want to do today is encourage you to set your own personal standards and maintain and exceed them.
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Step one, figure out what’s most important in life. Step two, keep those important things on the table all the time. Pretty simple. Let’s share a cup and unpack this.
Living in the moment is a huge thing that we all take for granted. When you do, amazing things can happen. Today I’d like you to learn to focus your efforts on the little things to positively affect the big picture. Let’s have a cup of joe.
This was a lesson revealed due to a broken irrigation system. Almost every day you will encounter things that make you uncomfortable, make you feel stressed or basically put you under pressure. These situations provide great opportunity for you to better yourself. Let’s have coffee together.
Doing well, doing your best is essential but to be great you need to be consistent with this effort. And the great thing about this is that everyone is capable of doing this, it doesn’t take any special talent, it just takes the will to do it. Let’s dive into this and talk about ways that might help you achieve this. Make mine an Americano this morning!
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