Smile High Podcast Club

This Smile High Podcast Club (SHPC) episode highlights Nate's buddy Rob. Like Nate, Rob is an engineer. Though both Nate and Rob "geek out" a bit in reminiscing how cool our natural world is, Rob's practical perspective is relatable to all. An interesting event early in Rob's life made a significant impact in where he is today. He explains that he met a crossroad in his life where he decided not to follow the path he was on. After making a few changes, Rob was able to start a new life for himself. Rob's gift of optimism has helped him throughout his life to meet his many responsibilities and obligations. The insights Rob shares on life are profound and make this podcast a wonderful addition to SHPC library. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.

This episode highlights Nate's good friend Ben. Ben is a very upbeat guy who has a strong passion for music. This is the 30-day follow-up for Ben. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.

This episode highlights Nate's good friend Ben. Ben is a very upbeat guy who has a strong passion for music. In fact, gaining a musical education as a kid was a serious inflection point in his life. He attributes the experiences that he received as a young boy in the marching band to being the genesis from which he developed a strong character and gained essential leadership skills for his life. These experiences also gave him the motivation to want to help others find their element and passion for life. Ben's mastery of storytelling and his ability to concisely explain his thoughts and ideas on life make this podcast a true gem. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.

This Smile High Podcast Club episode highlights Nate and Doug's long-term friend Sam. Though he claims that he's just a man trying to figure things out like the rest of us, this modest guy has many important and deep insights to share. Sam is akin to superman in many ways. He's had a few open heart surgeries without the need of long-term medication. He attributes his recovery and good health to both modern medicine and natural medicine. Sam also shows his superhero powers by being a father of 5 kids and meeting their needs while at the same time serving the public as a detective and peace officer. One of Sam's many gifts is his ability to communicate with people of all backgrounds. He has used this strength to resolve conflicts and make the world a better, more peaceful place to live. Some of Sam's philosophies on life are deep and moving and worth considering. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.

This week's Smile High Podcast Club (SHPC) show highlights Nate and Doug's dear cousin Natalie. Natalie's is a school teacher and a big fan of sports. She spends much of her time making a difference inside and outside of the classroom. She is a coach for her students in basketball and volleyball. Her method of instruction is to set high expectations for her students so that their potential can be realized. Natalie has a deep appreciation for her family. Specifically, she has a very high esteem of her father. The example her father has set is one of love for his wife and an equally deep love of his children. Natalie's story is very moving and is a great addition to the SHPC library. Thank you for listening to her story and enjoy the show.

This week's Smile High Podcast Club (SHPC) show highlights Nate and Doug's dear friend Sara. Sara's story is one of both love and loss. Having seen her father struggle with depression and eventually pass on, Sara learned at an early age to develop a strong compassion for those around her. Using this skill, Sara became a postpartum doula to help women with one of the most amazing celebrations of life; bringing a child into this world. Sara's strong sense of empathy has been a boon to many and she continues to use this attribute to help many around her. Her story is very touching and is one of courage, struggle, and eventual triumph. The SHPC is thankful for her story and hopes it will bring inspiration to those who might be struggling or just want a refreshing outlook on what life can offer. Thank you for listening to her story and enjoy the show.

This Smile High Podcast Club (SHPC) episode highlights Nate's brother and Doug's husband Dave. We are fortunate to have Dave share a portion of his life story with us. Dave explains that as an only child and being raised by both his mother and aunt and uncle his early life was not easy. There wasn't much money and he learned early on that he had to develop autonomy in order to meet his educational needs. Though he had good examples around him, like Hope and Joy (his cousins), Dave's self-discipline and work ethic have made him the great guy he is today. Dave's perspective on life is refreshing and full of great insights. These are just a few reasons why the SHPC is grateful to have his story in the library. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.

Darren is back and ready to report how he did in facing his fear of sharing a Book of Mormon. In this episode Nate and Doug interview Darren to see exactly how he tackled this difficult challenge of sharing a book that has changed his life with one of his close friends. Sure enough, Darren shares his good sense of humor and big heart with all of us on this episode. We are so lucky to have him on the show and hear about this wonderful experience he had in overcoming a long held fear.

What's your fear and what's stopping you from overcoming it and "slaying that dragon" once and for all? Today would be a great day to do that. You're not getting any younger or braver for that matter.

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This episode highlights Nate close friend Darren. Darren is a very devoted friend, husband and father. Early in his life, Darren had an experience which left a strong impression for him. He felt that though he had a loving father here on earth, he also had a heavenly father who was interested in his happiness. This life shaping experience has given him the strength and confidence that has helped him accomplish much in his life thus far. One of Darren's strengths is that of teasing. He uses this to help break down the protective barriers that many build around themselves. By doing this, as a doctor and a good friend, he is then able to help those around him in whatever they need. This snapshot of who Darren is can help our listeners gain a new perspective on life and the motivation that sometimes we all lack to overcome our individual fears and open up to others. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.

This week's podcast highlights Doug's good friend Jamie. Jamie is an entrepreneur who has a knack for succeeding in any endeavor he chooses to pursue. What brings him strength to venture out on his own and start new companies is a mantra that states that "necessity is the mother of courage". A tragedy in Jamie's early childhood helped him appreciate the fragile nature of life. He grew out of that experience and adopted the philosophy that one should appreciate life by working hard and playing even harder. Jamie is truly a pioneer at heart and practice. Though he has experienced many hardships in his life with close loved ones, he someone is able to dig deep within himself and be a beacon of hope to those around him. For those lacking the courage to carrying on through the day-to-day rigors of life, Jamie's upbeat story and positive outlook on life is an excellent remedy. This story will truly help you win the "Head Game" of life. Thank you for listening to his story and enjoy the show.