First Things
157 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 114 ratingsJoin the journey of discovering practical solutions to your life, based on modern research, that will help you have less stress, greater passion, and amazing results. On First Things, join Dr. Brandon Vaughn and discover how current research combines with timeless wisdom for true authentic change and productivity. From personal productivity to personal development, get the insights and tools you need to win at work and succeed at life. Life is both an adventure and a journey. This podcast will better enable you to see your journey as the amazing adventure it is.
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#155 - Cool It Down - Sleep Smarter Pt 5
March 31, 2024 02:41 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBDive into the chilling facts of sleep science in Episode 155 of the "First Things Productivity" podcast, where we uncover how body temperature is the key to unlocking your best night's sleep. Join Dr. Brandon Vaughn as he navigates the cool depths of sleep research, sharing insights from Shawn Stevenson’s book, "Sleep Smarter." Discover why cooler nights can lead to brighter days, how overheating sabotages your sleep, and practical strategies to keep your sleep cool and comfortable. Tune in ...
#154 - Navigating the Caffeine Curfew for Enhanced Rest - Sleep Smarter Pt 4
February 25, 2024 22:49 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBWelcome to "Sleep Smartly: Navigating the Caffeine Curfew for Enhanced Rest," where we delve into the transformative practice of setting a caffeine curfew to revolutionize your sleep quality and overall well-being. Join us as we uncover the hidden impacts of caffeine on your sleep cycle and explore actionable strategies to harness the power of a caffeine curfew for more restful nights and energetic days. In This Episode: Understanding Caffeine's Role: Discover how caffeine interacts with ...
#153 - Digital Detox: Unplugging for a Better Night's Sleep - Sleep Smarter Pt 3
February 17, 2024 15:03 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this enlightening episode of "First Things Productivity," Dr. Brandon Vaughn delves into the hidden impacts of nighttime screen use on our sleep. Join us as we explore: The science behind blue light and its interference with our sleep cycle. Real-life stories showcasing the profound effects of screen time on sleep quality and overall health. Easy-to-implement strategies for reducing evening screen exposure, transforming your bedroom into a screen-free sanctuary, and establishing a re...
#152 - Sunlit Secrets: Unlocking Sleep's Golden Key - Sleep Smarter Pt 2
February 09, 2024 19:09 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBDive into the enlightening world of Episode 152, "Sunlit Secrets: Unlocking Sleep's Golden Key," where Dr. Brandon Vaughn illuminates the profound impact of natural sunlight on our sleep and overall health. Discover the intricate dance between circadian rhythms, serotonin, and melatonin, and how these elements harmonize under the sun's influence to enhance our sleep quality. Packed with actionable tips, this episode guides you through simple yet effective ways to integrate more sunlight into...
#151 - Unlocking Nighttime Treasures - Sleep Smarter Pt 1 "Know the Value of Sleep"
January 14, 2024 00:35 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWelcome to Episode 151 of the 'First Things Productivity' podcast, where we embark on an enlightening journey into Chapter 1 of 'Sleep Smarter: 21 Essential Strategies to Sleep Your Way to a Better Body, Better Health, and Bigger Success.' In this episode, hosted by Dr. Brandon Vaughn, we delve deep into the often overlooked yet crucial subject - the inherent value of sleep. Discover why sleep is not just a passive state but a vital, active process essential for your cognitive function, emot...
#150 - Sleep Revolution: Mastering Rest for Ultimate Success (Smarter Sleep Pt 1)
January 06, 2024 02:34 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB🌜Welcome to "Sleep Revolution: Mastering Rest for Ultimate Success," the podcast that awakens your potential through the power of sleep!🌛 Join your host, Dr. Brandon Vaughn, in Episode 150 as we dive deep into the life-changing wisdom of 'Sleep Smarter.' This isn't just a podcast; it's a movement towards embracing rest as the foundation of a thriving, productive life. In This Episode: 🌟 Overall Summary of 'Sleep Smarter': Unlock the secrets to a better body, sharper mind, and bigger succe...
#149 - Cultivating Compassion: Mastering Self-Kindness for a More Fulfilling Life
December 22, 2023 17:48 - 23 minutes - 27.1 MBIn Episode 149 of First Things Productivity, join Dr. Brandon Vaughn as he delves into the transformative power of kindness in "Cultivating Compassion: Mastering Self-Kindness for a More Fulfilling Life." This episode is an enlightening journey through the principles of self-kindness and its profound impact on personal growth, well-being, and productivity. Discover the barriers to self-compassion and learn practical strategies to incorporate kindness into your daily life, drawing from the wi...
#148 - Hyatt Highlights: Mastering Goals, Focus, and Life's Direction
December 15, 2023 17:02 - 24 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode of "Hyatt Highlights," we delve into the impactful insights from Michael Hyatt's three transformative books: 'Living Forward,' 'Your Best Year Ever,' and 'Free to Focus.' Each of these books offers a unique approach to achieving a fulfilling life, mastering productivity, and setting and accomplishing meaningful goals. 'Living Forward' Summary: 'Living Forward' is a guide to creating a Life Plan, enabling you to live life intentionally and proactively. Key chapters includ...
#147 - Focus Unleashed: Transforming Productivity with 'Free to Focus'
December 01, 2023 15:55 - 20 minutes - 23.4 MBWelcome to "Focus Unleashed," where we dive into the game-changing principles of 'Free to Focus' by Michael Hyatt. In this book, Hyatt shares his personal journey from stress-induced health scares to mastering productivity, redefining the very notion of being productive. 'Free to Focus' is not just about getting more things done; it's about getting the right things done. It offers a total productivity system based on three simple steps: Stop, Cut, and Act. In the first step, "Stop," we lea...
#146 - Free to Focus (Chp 9 - Activate: Beat Interruptions and Distractions)
November 17, 2023 13:35 - 20 minutes - 23 MBHow to avoid interruptions: Limit instant communication. Turn off your notifications and opt for delayed communication whenever possible. Proactively set and enforce boundaries. Inform the relevant people you’re going offline for a period to focus by setting an autoresponder for your email. Sell your boss on why you need time for deep, focused work. How to beat distractions: Fight technology with technology. Example: Freedom lets you customize what apps and websites you can access durin...
#145 - Instant Burnout Relief: Rediscovering Balance & Wellness in a High-Stress World
November 11, 2023 13:38 - 20 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this must-listen episode of the First Things Podcast, we dive deep into the pressing issue of sudden burnout - a state of overwhelming exhaustion that strikes without warning. Join us as we unravel the causes and symptoms of this all-too-common affliction, particularly in today's fast-paced lifestyle. More importantly, we share three transformative strategies to combat burnout effectively. Learn how prioritizing self-care, setting firm boundaries, and embracing regular breaks can not only...
#144 - Free to Focus (Chp 8 - Designate: Prioritize Your Tasks)
October 28, 2023 00:44 - 32 minutes - 37.7 MBYou need to systematically decide what deserves your attention now, what deserves your attention later, and what doesn’t deserve your attention at all. How to do a weekly review: List Your Biggest Wins Review the Prior Week Review Your Lists and Notes Check Goals, Projects, Events, Meetings, and Deadlines Designate Your Weekly Big 3 Things to Accomplish Plan Your Rejuvenation Decide what goes on your Weekly Big 3 using The Eisenhower Matrix. Spend 95% of your time on Quadrant ...
#143 - Free to Focus (Chp 7 - Consolidate: Plan Your Ideal Week)
October 20, 2023 14:00 - 23 minutes - 27.2 MBChapter 7 – Consolidate: Plan Your Ideal Week Design your work to focus on just one thing at a time. Batching: lumping similar tasks together and doing them in a dedicated block of time MegaBatching: organizing entire days around similar activities to enable you to stay focused and build momentum. The 3 categories of activity: Front Stage. The tasks for which you’re hired and paid. The key functions, primary deliverables, the line items on your performance review. If it delivers the...
#142 - Free to Focus (Michael Hyatt Interview)
October 13, 2023 21:48 - 45 minutes - 51.8 MBIf you regularly struggle to get to the bottom of your to-do list and think the solution is finding more hours in the week, best-selling author Michael Hyatt says you’re wasting your time. Instead, the leadership and personal growth expert insists that the key to achieving more is to actually do less. Tune in as Michael shares his three-step process for taking control of the time you have so you can become more focused and productive—and infinitely less overwhelmed. Now that’s what we call a...
#141 - Free to Focus (Chp 6 - Delegate: Clone Yourself - or Better)
October 06, 2023 14:00 - 27 minutes - 31.3 MBChapter 6 – Delegate: Clone Yourself—or Better Delegation means focusing primarily on the work only you can do by transferring everything else to others who are more passionate about the work or proficient in the tasks. Some of us refuse to delegate by convincing ourselves we can’t afford it. But the hours you spend on Desire Zone tasks will always be more profitable than the time you’re wasting anywhere else, so the cost of delegation pays for itself—and then some. How to delegate: ...
#140 - Free to Focus (Chp 5 - Automate: Subtract Yourself from the Equation)
September 29, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBChapter 5 – Automate: Subtract Yourself from the Equation The 4 types of automation: Self. Use rituals to make it easier for you to follow through on your highest priorities. The 4 Foundational Rituals: morning, evening, workday startup, and workday shutdown. Template. Automate repetitive tasks with templates. Examples: email templates and PowerPoint presentations. Process. Write an easy-to-follow set of instructions for performing a job or sequence. Correct the workflow as you gather...
#139 - Free to Focus (Chp 4 - Eliminate: Flex Your “No” Muscle)
September 22, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 34.4 MBChapter 4 – Eliminate: Flex Your “No” Muscle If we want to be free to focus, we must eliminate everything standing in our way. That doesn’t mean simply saying no to a lot of bad ideas; it also means turning down a ton of good ideas. Time is a zero-sum game. Every yes inherently contains a no. Everything outside your Desire Zone is a possible candidate for elimination. The yes-no-yes strategy to give a “positive no”: Yes. Say yes to yourself and to protect what is important to you....
#138 - Free to Focus (Chp 3 - Rejuvenate: Reenergize Your Mind and Body)
September 15, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 34.4 MBChapter 3 – Rejuvenate: Reenergize Your Mind and Body Time is fixed, but energy can flex. There’s an inverse relationship between productivity and time. The more hours you work, the less productive you’ll be. The 7 practices to renew energy: Sleep. 7-10 hours per night (add a 30-min nap if needed). Turn off screens an hour before bedtime, add blackout shades, lower the room temperature, and use white noise. Eat. Eat natural foods such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, and meats. Be mindf...
#137 - Free to Focus (Chp 2 - Evaluate: Determine Your Course)
September 08, 2023 17:18 - 34 minutes - 39.3 MBChapter 2 – Evaluate: Determine Your Course You can evaluate tasks, activities, and opportunities based on two key criteria: Passion: work you love and energizes you Proficiency: how well you actually do something that generates results that other people can measure and reward To determine where you are right now use a tool called the Freedom Compass. The 5 Zones of Productivity: Desire Zone. Where your passion and proficiency intersect. Where you are able to unleash your unique abi...
#136 - Free to Focus (Chp 1 - Formulate: Decide What You Want)
September 01, 2023 17:58 - 29 minutes - 33.4 MBChapter 1 – Formulate: Decide What You Want True productivity starts with being clear on what you truly want. The objective of productivity shouldn’t be efficiency or success, but freedom. Productivity should ultimately give you back more time, not require more of you. Freedom to: Focus Be Present Be Spontaneous Do Nothing You should design your life first and then tailor work to meet your lifestyle objectives. Formulate your vision for what fewer, more productive work hours...
#135 - Free to Focus (Introduction)
August 25, 2023 18:54 - 20 minutes - 23.4 MBFree to Focus Summary Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt is a great system to help you focus on working on the right things. First, you’ll stop and define what productivity means to you by formulating, evaluating, and reformulating. Then, you’ll cut the nonessentials by eliminating, automating, and delegating. Finally, you’ll act on by consolidating, designating, and activating. Executive Summary In a world where information is freely available, focus becomes one of the most valuable commo...
#134 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 15 - Visibility is Essential)
August 18, 2023 17:44 - 26 minutes - 30.2 MBChapter 15 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt, titled "Visibility Is Essential," underscores the importance of maintaining clear oversight and celebrating achievements within goal-setting processes. The author emphasizes the significance of regular reviews—daily, weekly, and quarterly—in maximizing goal attainment. Hyatt explains that daily reviews foster awareness of progress and challenges, ensuring adjustments can be made promptly. Weekly reviews provide a broader perspective, ai...
#133 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 14 - You Can Trigger Success)
August 11, 2023 18:08 - 24 minutes - 28.3 MBIn Chapter 14 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt, titled "You Can Trigger Success," the author explores the concept of triggers and their impact on achieving success. Hyatt emphasizes that we can proactively design triggers that propel us toward our goals. He begins by highlighting the effectiveness of positive triggers—specific cues that prompt desired actions. By strategically placing these triggers in our environment, we can create a conducive atmosphere for success. Hyatt also ...
#132 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 13 - One Journey is Many Steps)
August 04, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 27.8 MBChapter 13 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt, titled "One Journey Is Many Steps," delves into the importance of breaking down our goals into manageable steps to achieve success and create lasting change. Hyatt emphasizes that reaching our desired destination is akin to a journey, and each step taken contributes significantly to the ultimate achievement. The author introduces the concept of the "Pathway to Success," a framework that guides readers through the process of setting real...
#131 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 12 - The Journey Is Better With Friends)
July 28, 2023 21:38 - 26 minutes - 30 MBIn chapter 12 of "Your Best Year Ever," it is likely that Michael Hyatt emphasizes the importance of social support and the impact of having a supportive community when striving to achieve personal and professional goals. Hyatt recognizes that pursuing significant life changes and working towards a better future can be challenging, and having a network of friends, family, mentors, or like-minded individuals can provide invaluable support, encouragement, and accountability. 1. **The Power o...
#130 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 11 - You Can Master Your Motivation)
July 21, 2023 16:00 - 27 minutes - 31.3 MBChapter 11 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt is titled "You Can Master Your Own Motivation." In this chapter, Hyatt explores the importance of motivation and provides practical strategies to help readers cultivate and sustain their motivation levels. Hyatt begins by emphasizing the significance of intrinsic motivation, which is rooted in personal values, aspirations, and passions. He highlights that external factors like rewards or punishments are insufficient in driving long-term ...
#129 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 10 - Your What Needs a Why)
July 14, 2023 22:21 - 24 minutes - 28.1 MBChapter 10 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt, titled "Your What Needs a Why," explores the significance of having a compelling purpose behind our goals and ambitions. Hyatt emphasizes that defining a strong "why" is essential for sustaining motivation and achieving long-term success. Hyatt begins by explaining that a clearly defined purpose acts as a fuel that propels us forward when we encounter obstacles or face moments of doubt. Without a deep-rooted reason behind our goals, we ...
#128 - Your Best Year Ever (Michael Hyatt Interview)
July 07, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 41.4 MBI'm sick this week and so we are listening to an old Michael Hyatt interview this week where he talks about goal setting.
#127 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 9 - Seriously, Risk is Your Friend)
June 30, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 24 MBChapter 9 of "Seriously, Risk Is Your Friend" by Michael Hyatt explores the concept of risk and its importance in achieving personal and professional success. The chapter emphasizes that risk-taking is an essential component of growth and that without taking risks, individuals limit their potential for achievement. Hyatt begins by dispelling common misconceptions about risk, highlighting that risk is not inherently negative or dangerous. Instead, he argues that risk is an opportunity for g...
#126 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 8 - Achievements and Habits Work Together)
June 23, 2023 19:47 - 24 minutes - 27.5 MBIn Chapter 8 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt, the author emphasizes the crucial relationship between achievements and habits in the pursuit of personal success. Hyatt asserts that achievements and habits are not opposing forces but rather work together synergistically to propel individuals towards their goals. Hyatt begins by highlighting the significance of achievements, emphasizing that they provide the tangible evidence of progress and growth. Achievements serve as milestones ...
#125 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 7 - Great Goals Check Seven Boxes)
June 16, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 35.3 MBChapter 7 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt is titled "Great Goals Check Seven Boxes." In this chapter, Hyatt outlines seven criteria that make goals effective and increase the likelihood of achieving them. The first box to check is "S.M.A.R.T.E.R.," which stands for Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Risky, Time-Keyed, Exciting, and Relevant. Hyatt explains that goals should be clearly defined, quantifiable, and actionable. They should also be challenging yet attainable within a sp...
#124 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 6 - Gratitude Makes the Difference)
June 09, 2023 16:00 - 26 minutes - 30 MBChapter 6 of "Your Best Year Ever" by Michael Hyatt is titled "Gratitude Makes the Difference." In this chapter, Hyatt emphasizes the importance of cultivating a grateful mindset and how it can significantly impact our lives. Hyatt begins by highlighting the negative effects of ingratitude, such as decreased happiness, strained relationships, and limited personal growth. He argues that gratitude is a choice and a discipline that needs to be practiced regularly. By intentionally focusing on...
#123 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 5 - Regret Reveals Opportunity)
June 02, 2023 16:00 - 19 minutes - 22.5 MBRegret Society likes to suggest we live life with no regrets. But regret has fantastic value for improving our lives. Regret is a form of information that can help guide effective after-action review processes. It can encourage reflection on mistakes, and if we use the information appropriately, we may prevent future mistakes. In addition, regret may offer you motivation. Genuine feelings of regret can push us to change our outcomes. Finally, regret may increase your integrity. Regret is a...
#122 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 4 - Thinking Backward is a Must)
May 26, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 32.3 MBBackward Thinking Completing the past is integral to creating a better future. Ignoring or wishing away the past will not allow you to move on. Previous negative experiences and thoughts will influence your future goals and actions. The US Army uses backward-thinking methods to prevent the past from affecting the future. The most prominent method is the After-Action Review. The After-Action Review This method aims to connect experiences with future action via a four-stage process: Sta...
#121 - Special - I just started a YouTube Channel!
May 19, 2023 18:42 - 22 minutes - 25.9 MBWe take a break this week from our study and I tell you about something I thought I would NEVER do ... start my own YouTube channel. I talk about why I'm doing this, what I will cover, how this doesn't change the podcast, and give you a listen to my first video which talks about feeling overwhelmed in life. To find me on YouTube, simply search for "That Tie Dye Guy" and about 10 or 20 posts down you should see me! Or here is a quick link: https://www.youtube.com/@that_tie_dye_guy
#120 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 3 - You Can Upgrade Your Beliefs)
May 12, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 40.1 MBIn Chapter 3 of Michael Hyatt's book, "Your Best Year Ever," titled "You Can Upgrade Your Beliefs," the author emphasizes the importance of examining and upgrading our beliefs to achieve our goals and experience personal growth. Hyatt suggests that our beliefs, both conscious and unconscious, have a significant impact on our actions and, ultimately, our success. Hyatt presents a four-step process to upgrade our beliefs: 1. Identify limiting beliefs: Recognize the thoughts or assumptions ...
#119 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 2 - Some Beliefs Hold You Back)
May 06, 2023 13:06 - 25 minutes - 29.1 MBIn Chapter 2 of Your Best Year Ever, titled "Some Beliefs Hold You Back," author Michael Hyatt explores the idea that our beliefs, specifically limiting beliefs, can significantly impact our ability to achieve our goals and enjoy personal growth. Limiting beliefs are those negative thoughts and assumptions that hold us back from reaching our full potential. Hyatt emphasizes that many people are not aware of their limiting beliefs, as they often operate beneath the surface, subtly influenci...
#118 - Your Best Year Ever (Chp 1 - Your Beliefs Shape Your Reality)
April 28, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 54.5 MBIn Chapter 1 of Your Best Year Ever, Michael Hyatt explains the powerful concept that our beliefs shape our reality. He suggests that personal development and success are not solely dependent on our circumstances or skills, but rather, on the mindset and beliefs we hold about ourselves and the world around us. Hyatt begins by presenting a simple yet profound idea: our thoughts directly influence our feelings, which in turn affect our actions and ultimately determine our results. If we want...
#117 - Your Best Year Ever (Introduction)
April 22, 2023 13:32 - 35 minutes - 80.6 MBIn the introduction to "Your Best Year Ever," author Michael Hyatt presents the concept of setting and achieving meaningful goals as the key to personal and professional success. Hyatt asserts that the right mindset, a well-defined plan, and effective goal-setting techniques can help individuals create the best year of their lives. Hyatt shares his own experiences of overcoming setbacks and challenges, emphasizing that failure is not permanent and that everyone can bounce back from adversi...
#116 - Living Forward (Chp 10 - Join the Revolution ... and a Review)
April 14, 2023 17:38 - 24 minutes - 56.1 MBIn this episode, we cover the last chapter in the book Living Forward. We then do a massive review of the entire process and read through an example Life Plan. Up next ... Your Best Year Ever starting next episode!
#115 - Living Forward (Chp 9 - Keep It Alive)
April 07, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 56.7 MBOne of the biggest risks we face in this is that we can create a plan and never use it ... or forget about it. In this episode, we discuss some ways to review your Life Plan. We discuss how to do that weekly, quarterly, and yearly.
#114 - Living Forward (Chp 8 - Implement the Plan)
March 31, 2023 16:00 - 27 minutes - 63.5 MBTo get the benefit of your Life Plan, you have to implement it. Incorporate your action plans into your day-to-day routines. Include your action plans in your day-to-day activities by: Protecting the basics. Review your current appointments and see how they relate to your Life Accounts. If they are not essential consider canceling them Eliminating the nonessentials. Ask yourself, “What can I eliminate from my life and not suffer too many consequences”? Rescheduling some of what remain...
#113 - Living Forward (Chp 7 - Dedicate One Day ... AND a REVIEW of the Process)
March 24, 2023 16:25 - 31 minutes - 72 MBOne day can change everything. By creating a Life Plan, you will unleash a set of decisions that will affect future generations. “A Life Plan needs pull power. It has to be done in such a way that impacts your heart, not just your head. Otherwise, you’ll just end up with a glorified to-do list. And who needs one more of those? Pull power requires that you get caught up in the full scope of the plan. You can’t do that piecemeal.” You need to be decisive when it comes to dedicating one day ...
#112 - Living Forward (Chp 6 - Chart the Course)
March 17, 2023 16:00 - 27 minutes - 63.9 MBTo Chart the Course, break your life account into five sections: Purpose statement. Determine your purpose for each account. For example, the purpose of your health account could be “to get healthy” Envisioned future. Imagine how your account would look like if you had a positive net worth Inspiring quote. Find a quote that resonates with your future purpose Current reality. Be honest about where you are with your envisioned future Specific commitments. Make specific commitments th...
#111 - Living Forward (Chp 5 - Determine Your Priorities)
March 10, 2023 20:28 - 29 minutes - 67.4 MB“We tend to think effective people are busy. Not so, unless they’re busy with the right things—and many people aren’t. When things in our business or life get busy and hectic, we often lose sight of our priorities. But by keeping the truly important things front and center, we often get the perspective we need to make better decisions.” You have to decide what is best for you. There is no point in keeping up with others if they are going to a destination that is different from yours. Li...
#110 - Living Forward (Chp 4 - Design Your Legacy)
March 03, 2023 14:26 - 36 minutes - 82.8 MBToday ... is your funeral. What would people say about you? What do you WANT them to say about you? We talk about these issues today and go through an exercise of writing our Eulogy. A legacy consists of the spiritual, intellectual, relational, social capital, and vocational capital that we pass on. “Truth is, everyone is in the process of creating—and leaving—a legacy. The question is not “Will you leave a legacy?” but “What kind of legacy will you leave?” The sooner you come to gr...
#109 - Living Forward (Chp 3 - Appreciate the Benefits)
February 24, 2023 18:34 - 28 minutes - 65.8 MBIn this episode, we discuss the benefits to creating a Life Plan: Clarifying priorities. Having a life plan will make you understand your priorities and how they work together Maintaining balance. Balance is not equal but appropriate attention to the things that are in our lives Filtering opportunities. Having a Life Plan gives you clarity on what opportunities you need to pursue and which you can let go Facing reality. You can only improve if you take responsibility Envisioning the...
#108 - Living Forward (Chp 2 - Understand the Mission)
February 17, 2023 16:09 - 21 minutes - 49.5 MBIn this episode, we talk about understanding what a Life Plan is: Characteristics of a Life Plan: It is created by you and for you. A Life Plan has to flow from your heart. It is created by you and for you It describes how you want to be remembered. A life plan doesn’t leave anything to chance. You can be intentional about how you want to be remembered It articulates your personal priorities. A life plan gives you the chance to create a vision for yourself that is separate from what y...
#107 - Living Forward (Chp 1 - Acknowledge the Drift)
February 10, 2023 18:33 - 23 minutes - 54.9 MBIn life, it is easy to drift off course despite our best efforts. Such drift can happen because of four reasons: Being unaware. We can drift because we don’t know what is happening, or what is really at stake It happens because we are distracted. Sometimes we can get caught up in something and lose the sense of time It can happen when we are overwhelmed. Taking too much than we can handle can overwhelm us It happens when we are deceived. When you believe that you have no control over ...
#106 - Living Forward Pt 1 (Introduction)
February 03, 2023 16:47 - 25 minutes - 59.5 MBIn this episode, we embark on a new study of Michael Hyatt and Daniel Harkavy's book "Living Forward". We begin our discussion on why a Life Plan is necessary and discuss the various chapters we will be covering in the next episodes.