We all have the same basic problem: each of us is a member of the human race! Problems are simply a fact of life. In this episode Landon suggests that there is no doubt that we can enjoy life even with our problems. All that is required is that instead of simply stewing over them, we need to realize that we can choose our problems. And, more than that, we can choose how they impact our day — from how we think about them to a few practical tactics for dealing with them. Dive in, and explore a few ideas on how to respond to something that is baked into our humanity. 

During his fifty years of work, Landon frequently met with various types of leadership teams. Today’s episode features a portion of one such session. And the topic asks the question,  what makes our work, our relationships and the entirety of life meaningful. What is a life actually for? As life whirls around us and it is difficult to keep up with all that is changing, a clear understanding of what all of this is for seems critical. Drop in on the conversation. And enjoy. 

In this episode, Landon introduces four questions about our view of the world. He asks if there is joyousness and music in the outermost perimeters of our life. The conversation explores the question of how to find happiness and the importance of asking the right questions. (We often have too many answers and not enough questions, leading to a lack of understanding and joy.)

How much does our attitude have to do with the success of a relationship? On today’s episode Landon suggests it can make a big difference. He emphasizes the value of a human being and the importance of recognizing their inherent worth, regardless of their performance. Land on suggests celebrating and honoring individuals by creating special moments and events for them. He also highlights the need to invest in relationships and lower expectations. Other practical tips include the power of saying 'I'm sorry' and maintaining a sense of humor. Overall, these attitudes can transform the nature of relationships and contribute to a positive and fulfilling connection. 

It’s amazing how many of life’s most important questions never get asked! In this episode of This Is Heartbeat, Landon tackles one of the biggest: our relationships. This episode was recorded life at the Feeling Good About Yourself Workshop in the mid-eighties; but we think you’ll find this, like almost all of Landon’s community conversations, is evergreen.

This is another encore presentation from one of our most listened to episodes in 2024, and Landon is speaking to the most important question a human being will face: Who will be my teacher. Landon explores the need for guidance in our lives. With a nod to the complexity and challenges that are a part of each day,Landon discusses the value of laughter and joyfulness, and the role we will play in our well-being. The episode concludes with a reminder to focus on what brings us joy.

In this episode of Heartbeat, Landon Saunders discusses how to live and keep from missing out on the experiences that truly matter. He shares what he refers to as a teaching story about a young man who despises the world and seeks guidance on how to live in it. A wise teacher instructs the young man to only do things that bring him joy. Joy is what enables us to respond to the wilderness moments of life. And you’ll want to stick around for the end of the episode when Landon discusses the significance of finding joy in life and not losing it.

Episode 61 finds Landon visiting with a group of professionals, and they are exploring this question: is Joy dependent on circumstance? Or, is it possible for a person to live in joy even in the midst of everything that life throws our way.

Episode 60 asks a big question: What is the universe for? And Landon Saunders suggests a hopeful answer. It’s an answer that might surprise some. But by the end of this podcast you might just have a perspective that changes everything.

Conventional thinking says "you must really work at relationships...they are tough." But what if we have that wrong? What if the answer is to introduce more "play" into our relationships? In Episode 59 Landon Saunders explores the big question -- What Are Relationships For. And his suggestion is that relationships are for pure, unmitigated joy.