Today's episode is a stream-of-consciousness conversation with myself about a few topics:

1) The political landscape of America one week before the election

2) Restlessness and discontent that has us look for alternatives

3) Standing on the SHOULDers of Giants and what that gets us

Excuse the tickle in my throat that has me cough, or recognize it for what it is: a roadblock in the way to speaking my truth. That tickle represents my ability to choose to go forward in spite of circumstances that might want me to stay quiet.

What do you typically do when roadblocks show up? Do you look for permission to proceed? Do you "go along to get along"? Or do you move forward in spite of the challenges?

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I mention three books today: The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership, The Courage to Be Disliked, and The Courage to Be Happy.