Monday Morning Mojo

Do you take time to engage with others who have different views than you? How receptive are you to this kind of conversation?

In this episode, Phil shares the value of having these conversations and the importance of having them when both parties respect each other. Not only do they develop perspective, but they also sharpen conversation skills. He concludes with three things to do to be the example.

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We often know the answer to questions before they are even asked. However, the right answer isn't always the right action.

As a teenager, Phil's parents taught him an important conversation skill. It's an approach that we can all use to be more authentic and engaged when talking with others. Listen in.

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What's your Jam? For Wealth Advisor, Glenn Tennyson, his jam is being vocalist and acoustic guitar for Kinchafoonee Cowboys. Dr. James Bland, Radiation Oncologist, spends time on the golf course and bow hunting/target shooting as his outlet.

Ron Courson, Executive Associate Athletic Director of Sports Medicine at the University of Georgia, emphasizes the importance of recovery to his athletes but the same is true for all of us. Success comes from having balance; it's how we can become our best selves.

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Glenn Tennyson – Vocals, Acoustic Guitar for Kinchafoonee Cowboys - https://www.kinchafooneecowboys.com/

James (Ricky) Bland MD, Radiation Oncologist - https://www.tanner.org/tanner-medical-group

Ron Courson, Executive Associate Athletic Director – Sports Medicine - https://georgiadogs.com/staff-directory/ron-courson/7

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Out with the old, in with the new. Not so fast, says Phil. In today's episode, Phil takes us on a journey through the history of a family home and the process of its improvement and preservation. This endeavor, while not the cheapest or fastest route, carries a far more important purpose. Tune in to hear his story and prepare to look at the "old" through "new" eyes.

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This episode was inspired by a recent text exchange with friends which caused Phil to reflect on what this friendship means to him and the friends in the group.

Friends are the panacea in our lives. Do your friends know how much they mean to you? Do they know how much you care? Do they know how much you love them? Even if you think they know, take the time to make sure.

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It's good to be getting back together again; it's been too long. This experience has reminded us all how essential genuine human interaction is to our well-being.

What does being back together again mean to you? Listen in to hear what it means to others.

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When have you found yourself on the "other side" of someone who sees things differently than you?

In this episode, Phil shares two takeaways he learned from a tour on a recent trip. Where did Phil go? What did the tour teach him? Listen in to find out.

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Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin - https://www.amazon.com/Team-Rivals-Political-Abraham-Lincoln/dp/0743270754

The Troubles of Northern Ireland - https://www.britannica.com/event/The-Troubles-Northern-Ireland-history

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After a hectic and chaotic experience leading up to boarding the plane, Phil arrived at his seat to find a handwritten note addressed to him. This note of thanks and appreciation trumped the events and emotions leading up to it.

Listen in to hear the full story about the impact a few kind words and a personal connection can make.

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Tammy Ritchie, a purser for Delta Airlines - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-ritchie-b374a860/

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Each new season brings transition and anticipation. In this episode, Phil encourages us to embrace this change and the diversity it brings.

Variety is necessary for us to create and maintain balance. Listen in to hear a few small steps about how to approach change in a digestible way.

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Technology affords us the ability to be social. It does not foster genuine personal communication.

In this episode, Phil encourages us to take a moment and engage in small acts that leave a memorable impression. As a result, you will be enriched no matter whether you are on the initiating or receiving end.

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