Sometimes, it’s not grand gestures that shift a person’s world—but quiet moments of solidarity. A shared seat. A silent tear. A barber who turns the clippers on himself to walk beside his client in the hardest of times.

This shortcast explores a video that stopped me in my tracks—and opened my heart in a way I didn’t expect. It reminded me that true empathy isn’t loud. It’s not performative. It’s presence.

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Themes & Thoughts — Episode 6
“The Illusion of Our Separateness”

There’s a quiet belief many of us carry...
 That we’re alone.
 Disconnected.
 Different in ways that can’t be bridged.

But what if that’s never been true?

In this episode, I explore how the stories we’ve inherited—about who we are, and who we’re not—can quietly reinforce a sense of division.
 And how, with a little stillness and reflection, we can begin to remember something deeper:

What if our separateness is merely an illusion?

I invite you to pause with me, reflect, and maybe even see yourself—and others—a little differently.
 Because sometimes, remembering who we truly are… is what brings us home.

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In this shortcast, I take a deeper look at gratitude—not as a reaction to things going well, but as a powerful lens we can choose… even in the middle of the mess.

It’s not about ignoring the hard stuff.
 It’s about noticing what’s still good, what’s still here, and what’s quietly holding us up when life gets loud.

This one is personal.
 And I hope it leaves you feeling a little more grounded, a little more present… and maybe even inspired to notice the beauty that’s already right in front of you.

💬 I’d love to know what you’re grateful for today.

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Episode 4 – “The Way We Walk”
In this reflective shortcast, Rodney invites listeners to slow down and consider not where they’re headed—but how they’re moving through life. Are we rushing, bracing, or simply going through the motions? Or are we walking with awareness, presence, and intention? Through personal insight and a gentle closing poem, this episode offers a quiet reminder that the way we walk shapes the life we live. 

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 In this episode, we dive into the powerful influence of fear—how it forms, how it spreads, and how it can quietly steer the direction of our lives and society. From personal moments of hesitation to global shifts like the COVID-19 pandemic, we explore how fear-based narratives can shape our expectations and even limit what we believe is possible. With thoughtful reflection and a few surprising insights, this shortcast invites listeners to pause, question the stories they’ve been told, and consider a more empowered way forward.

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In this episode, we explore how the need for control keeps us stuck in fear and old stories. Letting go isn’t about giving up — it’s about making space for trust, flow, and unexpected possibilities. What might life look like if we allowed it to surprise us?

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Resistance to Change — Why We Fear the New

Why do we hesitate when something new comes along—even when it might improve our lives? In this debut episode of Themes and Thoughts, host Rodney Jansen explores the deeply human response to change, drawing parallels between past technological shifts and today’s rapid rise of AI.

You’ll hear reflections on fear, control, and how old stories often shape our resistance more than we realize. This episode invites you to look inward, outward, and maybe even forward—with a little more curiosity.

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