Episode 018: The Power of the Pen

We often ask "what can one person REALLY do to make a difference?" On this week's episode, JDK and Tawny discuss a true story from history about a person who did just that in a way that had a significant impact on American history - and no one knew about it for many years afterwards. Listen in on a discussion about the importance of simple connection among everyday people and see what speaks to you about your own life. 

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How we show up in group settings - no matter the number - is a key part of our development and experiences of life. This week, ask yourself (or have someone else ask you) and reflect on these four key questions and see what comes up for you about such situations! 

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Episode 017: "Swinging For the Fences!"

With Spring in the air, baseball is also! In that spirit, JDK shares a story with Tawny about a remarkable story of a major league player who ended up making a huge pivot in his game - and life - after he inexplicably lost his ability to throw the ball accurately. Within his story, Tawny and JDK discuss a number of relevant factors and themes that all of us can identify with, even though most of us aren't professional athletes! Take a listen and let them know what came up for you! 

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Having more zest in life is something we all say we want, yet often don't take intentional steps to increase it for ourselves. This week, Tawny and JDK offer four easy ways to connect with that Zest you have inside you; plus, when you do, it becomes contagious for others. Try out these tips and, just maybe, you'll see the Zest fly for you and those around you this week!

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Did you ever do something as a kid that you loved and felt natural to you, then - for various reasons - you moved away from it and stopped doing it? Did you ever return to it? If not, what would it be like for you now if you did? This week, Tawny and JD discuss a real-life story of a man who made such a return to a childhood love and talent - and his life decidedly changed as he returned to himself. See what inspires you in his story and in the conversation! 

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With spring approaching, Tawny and JDK share the ways in which gardening and being around plants can have direct, profound effects on many parts of our health and on our resilience. From gardening to having plants in your workspaces, we benefit from all the ways in which plants can nourish our lives. Take a shot at these four suggestions and note how they might help you! 

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Episode 015: "Get Yourself a Dog"

Dogs can teach us and give us so much; as dog lover's, Tawny and JDK both have experienced that. In that spirit, JDK and Tawny discuss a story about a young woman who learned a lot about herself and her own resilience by completing the legendarily grueling Iditarod dog-sledding race across Alaska. What does her experience - and her words about it - suggest about our own resilience and how we build it? In the end, so much of it comes down to taking action to build the confidence and resilience we seek.  

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BONUS: The Four Ways You Can Improve Your Respond-Ability Skills

This week, Tawny and JDK lay out a few simple ways for you to better respond in your mind and body to the challenges that life throws at us on a regular basis. Try these out and see what you notice in yourself and in your interactions with others!

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Episode 014: A "Legendary" Passion?

JDK and Tawny examine the true story of the famous writer, Lillian Hellman, who's writing and unconventional ways of living and conducting relationships became admired by many for its "honesty" and "resilience." What elements of resilience exist in this story, and what might run counter to it? Take a listen to a fascinating conversation about a very original - and controversial - person who sought to live by her own rules and also struggled to find what she always wanted. 

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The Four Surprising Benefits of Regular Sauna Use 

More and more studies are illustrating the benefits of sitting in a hot sauna 4-7 times a week. These benefits are far reaching, so take a listen to this week's episode and find out why incorporating a sauna into your life can be such a plus!

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