MicTheMike

Home is a place that you must one day leave and go on to build yourself, for yourself and for others. In this episode I introduce a new series in which I ask, what is it about deep conversation which creates anxiety and discomfort in me, what holds me back from engaging in it and being willing and share that with others and what might be some of the barriers or roadblocks that holds us all back and keeps us disengaged and on the sidelines?

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In this episode I discuss getting honest about what you want, Guilt vs. Shame, and I attempt to define Gratitude as "Loving what’s present while acknowledging what’s missing." From this perspective I share 5 things that are currently present in my life that I love.

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In this episode I share a conversation with friend and local artist, Wyatt Baldwin @thewyattalbum. We discuss his upcoming album The Rhythm Of Our Tides, the local music scene, what it's like playing live for the first time, and striking a balance between performing for other and creating for yourself.

If your considering buying a dedicated camera or have already made a decision and now find yourself in the market for one, I hope you'll find this helpful. In this episode I continue the discussion on photography giving further details about photography gear and walking through the decision making process I recently went through buying a camera.

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If you want to be a photographer, take photos. In this episode I discuss possible misconceptions about what qualifies a "Photographer" as well as what I've concluded photography to be after about 5 years of hobbyist photography experience.

In this episode I discuss the disconnect between the total number of encounters made through social media and the actual number of interpersonal connections made, I try to define real friendship, and living IRL (In Real Life) in the digital age in a place like the suburbs.

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On several occasions I have, in passing, mentioned my chronic health issues. In this episode I finally open up about my health and share a few related ways that my friends and family members can support me. If you consider yourself a friend or are a family member this is for you.

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In my following episode I share all about my health as well and a few related ways that my friends and family members can support me. In this episode I set the stage and talk about the 'why' behind it.

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In this episode I share five statements from my ongoing list of 'Thoughts Worth Remembering'. These are major realizations that challenge my old ways of thinking. These are ideas that I'm trying take to heart and implement beyond a basic head knowledge.

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In this episode I share a conversation with an old friend from university, Stephanie Molla @steffiemolla. We discuss being a "Spoonie", empathizing with the struggles of others, and finding peace with where we are in life.

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