Your Fellow Human

Is your first thought usually your most authentic?

Today I want to introduce you to Andres, Andres is a passionate soul, one that focuses his time and presence on authentically experiencing not just those around him or where he is, but also life itself

Andres and I met a few years back on a project in Mexico and I knew him back then to be someone who was gentle and kind, someone who was conscious of his impact on those around him, and one that poured his heart into what he did

As luck would have it we were finally in his home country at the same time and got to explore together, it is an honor to get to share a bit of this human with you and a it of the beauty he chooses to put back into the world

We chat about why curiosity is something to press into, how reminding yourself what you are experiencing in the moment can change you, and how being a photographer has trained him well in becoming an uncle

He shares of a time when learning to paint a picture in words changed him, how he is excited and also how it scared him beginning his current project, and how it’s important to understand that what you do has value but it might not change the world

We talk about the power of travel, the value in appreciating simplicity and when things feel easy, and that truth exists but the way we see it can be different from one individual to another 

Andres is one that I have known to be quick to share knowledge, support, joy, and presence, he is one that I have seen value an individual over his time and one that I’ve seen act on what it means to show another they are seen.

So tune in today and meet Andres, a human that reminds us all what it is to slow down, to see, to experience, to live and to dream

And to you Andres thank you, thank you for being the human that you are, for your intentionality to stay in touch, for your heart to share your country and your time, for your joy, your support, and your friendship, you are a truly beautiful soul and it is an honor to know you and experience life with you @theboliviantraveler

What if you didn’t pursue a dream because someone else said it wasn’t the right time?

Today I want to introduce you to Valentina, Valentina is one of the incredible humans I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know during my travels to Bolivia, she is a sweet, full of life, and INSANELY talented Bolivian cook as well.

Valentina invited me back to her restaurant Phayawi to try her new tasting menu and even more importantly, to sit with her and share a bit more of who she is with all of you!

We chat about what life is like not just as a chef and owner of a restaurant, but as a woman in the space and the passion she has for sharing her countries gastronomy with the world

She shares the impact of empathy as a leader, why being able to understand that we don’t know what it’s like to be in another’s shoes, and why a client telling her this is the best meal means more when they don’t know who she is

She shares how she finds purpose in empower women in her country and how 95% of her business is women

We talk about why it’s important to not discredit someone or yourself for your age or gender, and why if you have an idea or dream that you need to trust yourself and pursue it

Valentina is one that I am so grateful to know, to have been able to stay in touch with and of course to get to taste her incredible work bringing the traditional dishes of Bolivia to life in her kitchen

Tune in today and meet this inspiring human, a talented and passionate life, and a reason to get on a plane and visit Bolivia!

And to you Valentina thank you, thank you for sharing space and time with me, for your trust in allowing me to share a part of your story, for the opportunity to once again taste the food of your country, and most importantly, to know you more; you are making a beautiful impact on this world

Have you ever been told that pride or confidence as a woman is a negative thing?

Today I want to introduce you to Alejandra, a woman that I believe every woman, young and old, needs to hear from, and of course for the men in this world as well

Alejandra is a human that has chosen to let her life serve purpose, to have meaning, to impact others, and most importantly, to enjoy what and who she has become

We talk about learning new things no matter what point we are at in life, about what it means to be present in places as a woman and how being a mom makes that even more important not less

She shares the fear of someday not having the energy to do all she can and loves to do, but also how that allows and pushes her to use her time and build wisdom to share with others

She shares the difficulty in running a hotel, supporting her employees, and what it means to be a leader in the storm of 2020

We talk about her hotel Rennova and the choice to renovate what life can become, the power we give when we believe in someone and remind them that it is hard but to face it and move forward, and the we are who we decide to become

So tune in today and meet Alejandra, a human full of passion for life, one that is aware of challenges but not unwilling to press into them, a woman and a mother that knows the value of showing her kids what it means to become all they were meant to be, and a human intentionally making an impact on the world one life at a time 

And to you Alejandra thank you, thank you for the reminder of what it is we are able to do in this life, for being a woman I can look to and be encouraged and inspired by, for the opportunity to know you and learn your story, and to see first hand the impact your work is having on humanity. This world may be full of challenges but it is humans like you that make it so rich and full of beauty

If you are traveling to Bolivia and would like to stay at Rennova you can book a room HERE
or if you would like to connect with Alejandra on any of the projects she has built you can follow along and find her HERE

How do you balance the reality of living in this world with the fragility and preciousness of life?

Today want to introduce you to Molly, Molly is one of the women in my life that I gained an instant respect and appreciation for. I have found it hard at times to see women standing both confidently as themselves AND compassionately holding space for others, women that do not apologize or shy away from their potential, their joy, or their ability, but that also embrace what it is to be a woman, a wife, and a mom; neither one being sidelined, neither one being overlooked

Well Molly is one such human, one that has accomplished and continues to accomplish so much as an athlete who just represented her country, as a successful business owner, as a role model to others around her, as a treasured wife, and as a kick as mom to her girls

We chat about what it means to find common ground with others, how choosing to see what connects us allows us to be a part of a better culture, and how not worrying about what others think may be something we all struggle with but why it shouldn’t include an apology

She shares why she doesn’t get her husband gifts, and why experiences are things she hopes others always say yes to, and how in the same breath of life being beautiful, how times in her life have been filled with fear, loss, and the realization that we are not in control

Molly is someone that I admire, one that getting to have this conversation with only left me feeling encouraged and inspired by my own possibilities, and one that reminded me of just how much we get to say yes to in this life 

So tune in today and meet Molly, one of my favorite jiu jitsu training partners, a human that I have seen hold strength and grace, and in so many ways space for others to do the same

And to you Molly thank you, thank you for taking the time to share such an intentional conversation with me, for who you are as a human, for the wisdom, laughter, and ability to listen that you have shared with me, and for the pleasure of getting to call you a friend. You are a truly fabulous human and I’m honored to know you and get to share a small part of you with others

have you ever had someone share something with you that made you think; "I'm not sure you should have said that"

today I have some very short thoughts on the matter, simply because, the matter seems to keep coming up; I hope that this is a reminder to pause before we speak to someone else about our opinions and a reminder to not worry as much about others opinions when they do share them

there are people in your life that have a right to speak into it, and there are those that do not; dare I say it is very ok to know the difference 

What if you weren’t defined by what you experienced in life? Who might you become if the world only saw you for who you chose to be?

Today I want to introduce you to Brittany, Brittany is one of the sweet humans I’ve had the pleasure of meeting in my travels but get the additional treasure of actually living near her

Brittany is one that can make you feel welcomed and heard, one that has joy she intentionally shares with others, and one that creates space to share and pour into those around her and the next generation 

We chat about what it means to choose growth in the midst of deep trials, why sometimes a little “miss America” answer is exactly what we need. 

She shares about how life is an ever evolving and ever changing journey, one that she gets to advocate and educate for her students, her community, and herself. 

We chat about the reality of anxiety and self doubt and how it comes for all of us no matter how confident and successful we become, how being aware of emotions allows us to expand our empathy for others and how society has failed men in freely embracing this reality

Brittany is one of the most incredible humans I’ve met, one that is a testament to the human soul, its will to see joy realized, and its insistence on not staying knocked down

She is one that reminds us all that life may not be fair but that is never a reason to stop pursuing all that it can be

So tune in today and meet Brittany, a soul full of life and love, one that passionately presses into presence with those around her, and one that has dedicated so much of who she is to holding space for others to learn, both in life and as a teacher

And to you Brittany thank you, thank you for sharing so authentically and so beautifully how life is what we choose to become of it, thank you for making time to share space with me, for being a friend, for being a space of welcome and acceptance, and for the beautiful gift of knowing you. You make the world a better place my darling and it is an honor to call you friend. 

join me on instagram at - @thisworldmyview or @yourfellowhumanpodcast 

join me on a trip here - https://81vzoxh13u9.typeform.com/to/pQn1N42J 

What happens in our mind when we see someone new? What creates a desire to say hello and what holds us back from starting a conversation?

What part does the fear of what comes after hello play in keeping us from making a new connection?

I want to share some thoughts on my recent experience in Japan and invite you to join me in this conversation on socials in the comments of this episode 

it's a short one today so pop this on as you make breakfast or head to work, and let me know your thoughts 

Have you ever wondered if you are here for a reason? If your life was meant to be lived or if it would be cut short?

Today I want to introduce you to Sam, Sam is one of those humans you meet and instantly feel the freedom to laugh a little more around, one that it’s ok to not always have an answer around, and one that reminds you of the value of being fully where and with who is in front of you

We chat about what it means to be resilient, how life has come close to ending and how that has impacted him and who has become. 

He shares the importance of saying yes while also holding the value of no and giving space for both to know their place, how teaching others brings him joy, and the importance of how you speak to yourself can change the way you take action

We chat about what his “Ted Talk” would be about and why I really believe it’s one you need to hear even more so in the day and age we live in today, and even more so if you work in the creative space

Sam is a truly genuine and sweet soul, one that has graciously taught me, joyfully chooses presence with others, one that reminds us all to stay on our path and a little reminder that you are amazing

So tune in today and meet Sam, a human very worth getting to know, leaning from, and being impacted by how life has impacted him

And to you Sam thank you, thank you for your time, for the chance to share a small part of the beautiful human I’ve gotten to know, for your patience in sharing your knowledge, for the endless laughter and the memories with our whole crew here. I’m truly grateful you are in this world and that I get to know you my friend 

What if you understood your fear for what it really was? What if it wasn’t known by the name you gave it but something else?

Today I want to introduce you to Peter, Peter is one of that fabulous humans I’m here in Japan with and he has been an absolute joy to get to spend time with and now I get to share a bit of him with you guys

We chat about how emotion exists in all of us and how if we are lucky enough to be trusted with someone else’s experiences, if we are seen as a safe space for others to be open, it is one of the most treasured forms of connection 

He shares how he has grown in being able to take his own advice, how motivating others and sharing his belief in them is one of the ways he gets to serve and support those around him

We chat about the feeling of belonging, how home can at times be held in the hearts of others, and the way joy can and should be felt everyday. 

Peter is one that values others, values life, one that I’ve witnessed perceive and step into supporting those around him in the little things, as much as the bigger things. Affectionately reffered to as “dad” by his friends, and one that creates space in a way a dad should for others to feel loved, accepted, and of course, make them laugh.

So tune in and meet Peter, a dad, a friend, an ocean lover, a human that values humanity, and one that reminds us to give space to listen to ourselves at our core, to understand our fear and value in a way that I know will impact you for the better

And to you Peter thank you, thank you for being willing to sit and chat, for you energy and joy you bring to the space around you, for the heart you have to share and serve others, for the reminder that it’s ok to face fear and learn from it, and for the chance to make memories, laugh, and gain a new friend

join me on instagram at - @thisworldmyview or @yourfellowhumanpodcast 

join me on a trip here - https://81vzoxh13u9.typeform.com/to/pQn1N42J 

Have you ever worried what other people might say? What if you chose the wrong career path, didn’t live up to your family’s expectations, or had a lifestyle that didn’t align with others expectations for you?

Today I want to introduce you to Gareema, Gareema is one of those people that instantly makes you feel more excited about life, more welcomed, more passionate, and more a part of humanity

She shares with me why her spirit animal is most definitely a wolf, how she values her pack, her community, and the way she critically thinks. We talk about the value of letting things change, and the difference in being an open book but still valuing where trust is placed

She shares how a frustrated phone call with her mom turned in to one of the most impactful moments in her life and how it reframed the future and success for her 

We chat about what it means to be honest in our imperfections, why asking for help is so smart, and what it means to have platonic soulmates

Gareema is not only a part of my family but also an incredible part of humanity, her love for others, her intentionality to see the greater goal, even in the midst of med school stress, her passion for culture, connection, and laughter are all things that make this episode one you absolutely don’t want to miss!

So tune in today and meet Gareema, a passion filled, purpose driven, and truly beautiful human

And to you Gareema thank you, thank you for the parking lot chat, for the amazing friend you are to my daughter, for the wisdom and life you so openly share, and for the gift of having you as a part of our family. You make humanity a better place

join me on instagram at - @thisworldmyview or @yourfellowhumanpodcast 

join me on a trip here - https://81vzoxh13u9.typeform.com/to/pQn1N42J