In this episode of the podcast, Taj extrapolates life lessons from Teddy Roosevelt’s famous “Man in the Arena” speech. The man or woman in the arena is an individual who is driven by the convictions of a “worthy cause” and “dares greatly” while striving for victory and risking defeat. Discover how the steely backbones of such great individuals become a lightning rod for attacks and criticism and why such great individuals thrive in purpose and fulfillment in spite of it all. Ponder over the “uphill climb.” Ponder over why for movers, shakers, leaders and individuals given to growth, such invigorating exertion is preferable to the lackadaisical “cow’s life.” Hop on board the ride as Taj tackles everything from King Solomon, Jesus, entitled politicians, the victim-mindset, self-discipline as it relates to the Islamic conception of “Taqwa,” Neo, Morpheus, and The Matrix, and a dose of ancient Greek wisdom to top it off.