Be Better Today

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 7) – Jeffrey Katzenberg

My major focus over the last year-plus has been launching The No Fear Project group and podcast. So, it is no wonder that fear is often on my mind, and that this quote from Jeffrey Katzenberg caught my attention: “You shouldn't be fearful of starting over.”

This is true, we shouldn’t be fearful of starting over. The fact is, we are or else we would do it without hesitation. How do we overcome this fear?

In The No Fear Project, we say – The way forward is together. The time to conquer is now. This means we know that fear exists, and we can work together to overcome it. Katzenberg wasn’t wrong – we shouldn’t be fearful, but we are. The key is what we do about it.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

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The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 6) – A Japanese Proverb

I love looking all over the world for inspiration, especially at the proverbs from different cultures. Here’s a Japanese proverb that is simple and on point: “Fall seven times. Stand up eight.”

Be willing to start over. Be more willing to stand up again and again when things don’t go your way.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

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Check out our other podcasts:

The No Fear Project

That Wine Pod

FatMan Chronicles

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The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 5) – Guy Finley

As I continued to reflect on the themes of coming back and starting over, I found this quote from author Guy Finley, who wrote: “Nothing in the universe can stop you from letting go and starting over.”

Inspirational words from Guy. But are they true? Ignoring what the universe puts in your path to stop you is a temporary fix. I would advise you to take a moment and think about what is standing in your way. In the end, Guy is right, there is nothing that can stop you from starting over if you understand what you need to do for your long-term gain.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

This episode’s sponsor:

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Check out our other podcasts:

The No Fear Project

That Wine Pod

FatMan Chronicles

SUPPORT the Be Better Today podcast through The No Fear Project on Patreon!

The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

Copyright 2020 – All Rights Reserved

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 4) – Jean-Paul Sartre

Playing off the idea of a comeback, I started thinking about starting over. I came across this quote from Jean-Paul Sartre: “There is only one day left, always starting over: it is given to us at dawn and taken away from us at dusk.”

We have an opportunity every day to start over. This seems like a cliché. It is but no less true – each day is a gift. What you do with it is up to you. Make sure you wake up ready to start over again and again.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

This episode’s sponsor:

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Check out our other podcasts:

The No Fear Project

That Wine Pod

FatMan Chronicles

SUPPORT the Be Better Today podcast through The No Fear Project on Patreon!

The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

Copyright 2020 – All Rights Reserved

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 3) – LL Cool J

I feel I can’t talk about comebacks without sharing this famous lyric from LL Cool J: “Don’t call it a comeback! I’ve been here for years.”

For us, this is a lesson in self-worth and faith. If you believe in yourself, others will eventually notice. They will view it as a comeback. You’ll know you’ve been here for years. No matter what, you’ve remained positive in your abilities, lived your best life and waited for the rest of the world to catch up. They will - be patient, and ready to knock them out.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

This episode’s sponsor:

Anchor

Check out our other podcasts:

The No Fear Project

That Wine Pod

FatMan Chronicles

SUPPORT the Be Better Today podcast through The No Fear Project on Patreon!

The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

Copyright 2020 – All Rights Reserved

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 2) – Mark Spitz

Continuing the theme of coming back, there is a quote from American Olympic swimmer Mark Spitz I must share: “By making a comeback, I’m changing the attitude of people toward me. If I’d known that people would react so enthusiastically, I’d have done it years ago.”

Even though this quote may have been said somewhat tongue-in-cheek, there is a great message. The lesson is that people are much more welcoming of our efforts than we think. Instead of assuming others are harshly judging you, assume they will embrace you as you put your best self forward. Think about how much more you will do knowing most everyone is on your side.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

This episode’s sponsor:

Anchor

Check out our other podcasts:

The No Fear Project

That Wine Pod

FatMan Chronicles

SUPPORT the Be Better Today podcast through The No Fear Project on Patreon!

The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

Copyright 2020 – All Rights Reserved

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Be Better Today (Season 2, Episode 1) – We’re Back!

I thought I was done with this podcast. I have a few others – The No Fear Project, That Wine Pod, FatMan Chronicles – that keep me plenty busy. But I couldn’t get Be Better Today out of my mind.

When I decided to take this project back up, it reminded me of this quote from Billy Crystal: "What's so fascinating and frustrating and great about life is that you're constantly starting over, all the time, and I love that."

As we kick off another season of the Be Better Today quickcast, remember it is ok to start over. Do the things you are passionate about and love the process.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

This episode’s sponsor:

Anchor

Check out our other podcasts:

The No Fear Project

That Wine Pod

FatMan Chronicles

SUPPORT the Be Better Today podcast through The No Fear Project on Patreon!

The Be Better Today podcast, The No Fear Project, and Paragon Media are committed to helping those with mental illness get help and to defeating the stigma. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or suicide, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline for help now at 800-273-8255. Remember, you are not alone.

Be Better Today is a production of Paragon Media.

Copyright 2020 – All Rights Reserved

Today’s quote comes from poet and novelist Rainer Maria Rilke - “And now let us welcome the new year, full of things that never were.” The new year is full of new and exciting things. Take advantage of them.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

Today’s quote comes from James Todd Smith, better known as actor and rap superstar LL Cool J – "Stay focused, go after your dreams and keep moving toward your goals." Relentless focus. Relentless forward progress. These are keys to pursuing your dreams.

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!

Today’s quote comes from author Alex Morritt – “New year - a new chapter, new verse, or just the same old story? Ultimately, we write it. The choice is ours.”  Choice. That’s what really stands out in this quote - what's yours?

Now, let’s get out there and #bebettertoday!