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CHEATSHEETS FOR LIFE -

... If there is one thing Lee loves to do, then it's discussing life philosophies. He places a good deal on sound thinking that can help us to have our best shot at life. And who doesn't want that? Pulling out a list of forty life hacks that comprise some basic, yet profound, tips on living a productive and fulfilling life, Lee puts a few to Keith for a chat. Some Keith was familiar with and some he wasn't. In these days of easy, throw-away "facebook wisdom," it was refreshing for them to discuss their thoughts on the reasoning and outlooks that Lee picked out from the list. As per usual the boys shared from their personal thoughts and experiences with some of these hacks, which made this episode even more engaging. 

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Is violence ever justified? .... 

- No one except the very disturbed likes violence. Religious people, peaceniks and romantics loudly espouse peaceful living as ethically and morally correct. Some strongly support the exhortation to turn the other cheek when struck, meaning that one shouldn't strike back. More practical people, some would say more realistic, would disagree saying violence or fighting can be justified. Indeed it should be used. But how? To defend yourself against aggression, attacks and invasion are the main reasons given to justify the use of violence. How about rising and striking first when one senses a threat that looks certain to do the same? And honour - should violence/fighting be used to avenge? Lee grew up on the mean streets of southern England while Keith grew up among peaceful country folk along the coast of Australia. Sharing their insights along with their personal experience led to an interesting discussion.

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- THE IMPORTANCE OF MAKING SACRIFICES -

... At some point in our lives, we have to make sacrifices. It could be a compromise so that things work out fine, the giving up of something for a much better gain in the long run - or perhaps to portray yourself as a selfless person hoping for an honorable reputation. The word sacrifice prompts us to think of a selfless act, but as we can see, that is not always the case. Sacrificing is not always righteous or noble. It can be self-serving. Or simply necessary for life to run smoothly. Nor does it have to be for a big principle, it may be for small, immediate circumstances. Of course, altruistic sacrificing, where one gives in a selfless act their time, resources, and in extreme cases their life so that others may gain is the ultimate sacrifice. A wise man once said that death (selfless acts) works in us so that life works in others. No matter the circumstances or motive for sacrificing, that principle holds true. Sacrificing aims to produce a much better outcome moving forward than what the present may offer. Keith and Lee discuss.

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HOW TO SURVIVE A DOG EAT DOG WORLD 

... It's commonly said that there are two things in life that are certain: death and taxes. Keith thinks there is a third, conflict. Which is a pretty good point for nearly all of us at some period in our lives have had to endure a conflict, a confrontation or a wrestle of some sort either to hold our ground or to ensure that we are not worked over by someone who wants to get the better of us. That could be so they get an advantage over us, use us for their own gain or to push us aside so they can claim what is rightfully ours. Knowing their game - for the world is full of the quick and the chancers who will take you down at the first opportunity that they sense a weakness or an opening - is easier for some to spot and resist than others. But at some point in your life you have to rise up to defend, protect and look after yourself so you don't become a habitual victim. Having some self-respect that refuses to be violated is essential to survival and the sooner the good, the pure, the innocent and the naive take that on for themselves the better.

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IS TRAVEL NECESSARY FOR PERSONAL GROWTH?

... There is no doubt that having the privilege to travel widely is an enlarging experience. But how so - does travel really help you to grow as a person? Does it educate, enrich your inner-life and change you for the better? So many people travel simply because they can afford to do so treating it no more than just another consumer product. And take the case of world-renowned American poet Emily Dickinson. She lived her whole life in one town and never traveled far from her family home, living like a recluse. Nor did she marry, yet her writings reveal a very astute understanding of people and the world around her. Keith and Lee have had the privilege of visiting many countries and while discussing this topic (with a few tales and laughs along the way) did agree on one thing - there is no doubt that traveling is very good for the soul.

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IS HAPPINESS OUR ULTIMATE GOAL? 

... For many people pursuing happiness is the meaning of life, or at least one of life's most important goals. There is no doubt that we all want to be happy. After all the alternate can be quite miserable. Who wants to be unhappy, sad or disappointed? Keith and Lee certainly don't. But is happiness the central most important state of being to reach total fulfillment as a person? Is it over-rated, is it to be pursued at the cost of other important characteristics, such as contentment? Good questions. And here are a few more: what is happiness, and does being happy make you a better person? Bad and evil people can be happy committing their crimes, which is quite a sobering thought. Lots of questions there for Keith and Lee to discuss - which they did in their own, free-flowing, inimitable style. And it certainly was free-flowing, particularly at the beginning of their discussion. 

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IS THERE EVER A RIGHT TIME TO TELL A LIE? -

 ... Everyone has told a lie at some point in their lives. But to what degree? If only a small degree, a little "white" lie, is that ok? So is there ever a right time to tell a lie? Are some lies harmless while others are damaging? Probably all of us know at least one person who is known widely as a liar. But why do they do it? Insecurity, selfishness ... perhaps? Keith and Lee decided to phone up Ross, who had been on Dont Get Me Started last year to seek his opinion. He had impressed the boys as a straight shooter so they thought he might have a few pearls of wisdom about the topic. And he didn't disappoint. 

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The Long Dark Night Of The Soul ...

 - Most, if not all of us, at some point in our lives experience a period of disappointment, profound sadness or regret due to circumstances that have come upon us, Sometimes it is due to matters beyond our control and at other times due to our own making. It's a worthy subject to discuss. But before the boys have a chance to get into it, Keith hi-jacked the episode to rant a little about one of his pet hates. Lee had a hard time trying to get him to address the episode's topic. They did get into it eventually. Surprisingly, well maybe not so much these days as Keith and Lee do tend to share quite a bit of personal experiences during their discussions, the boys drew from their past to share some relevant stories and insights. 

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CAN YOU BE IN LOVE WITH TWO PEOPLE AT THE SAME TIME? ...

...Well, it's a reasonable question. Perhaps not one that a lot of people talk about too often, but Keith and Lee give it a go. And why not? They have a lot of life experience so that must count for something worthwhile. Drawing from their past they both share some personal stories about this matter. Names of course are omitted to protect the "innocent" - so to speak, but these two guys are never too shy to hold back. Quite likely many people have experienced this expression of love. Lee speaks of a few unusual examples that adds a touch of spice to the episode and shows that loving two people at the same time is certainly possible. After all, the human heart does beat to its own rules at times, so who knows?   

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IS EGO A DIRTY WORD? -

 ... Well, it's a fair question as many people believe that it is a dirty word. The mere mention of the word ego all too quickly conjures up in the mind's eye someone who thinks more highly of themselves than they ought to. But is that correct? Is it possible, for example, to have a healthy ego that propels someone to operate from a wholesome self-belief in a positive way? What about the right person who needs a big ego to accomplish a critically important job that very few others can do? Think Winston Churchill rising up to rally the flagging spirits of his nation to unite in opposition to Hitler. Boy oh boy, did he have an ego - but he was the hero that helped save Britain. And is it only men that have an ego, what about women? And what too about ambitions and other compulsions that humans have?  

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