Other People's Shoes

What is the hardest thing you have ever done? How far down your list of hardest things is forgiving someone? I have heard it said, “Not forgiving someone is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” My guest today is Todd Boczkowski. Todd helps us take flight with a very story, and an even harder person to forgive. Forgiving someone is akin to releasing the weight of resentment and bitterness that has tethered you to the ground...

When grief has you grounded, every step feels like walking through quicksand. The weight of loss becomes an invisible burden, dragging down your spirit and sapping your energy. Simple tasks become Herculean feats, and the world loses its vibrancy, painted instead in muted shades of sorrow. Time seems to stretch endlessly, each moment a painful reminder of the absence that looms large. Even the most well-meaning gestures offer little solace, as grief carves out its own lonely path within...

What is the best piece of pie you have ever had? My guest today is here to offer just that. My guest is Dominic "Slice" Teich. Having a slice of life is akin to savoring a delicate piece of reality, where the mundane and the extraordinary intertwine seamlessly. It's about finding beauty in the simplicity of everyday moments—the aroma of morning coffee, the laughter shared with loved ones, or the gentle breeze rustling through the trees...

Do you have a turtle dove? Can you pick one up on Amazon right now? My guests today are Bryan & Beth Runkle. No, they are not turtle doves. Both share an amazing love. After all two turtle doves, symbolic of love and loyalty, hold a timeless charm in folklore and literature. These gentle birds, often mentioned in poetry and song, symbolize devotion and companionship. Their graceful flight and soft cooing evoke a sense of tranquility, fostering a romantic aura...

There are no points for second place! Being the second seems to have a negative connotation. How does it feel to be in the second seat? Yet, within this role lies the invaluable lesson that failure is a remarkable teacher. Each attempt serves as a stepping stone towards mastery, with each setback offering a wealth of insight and experience. Embracing the challenges of this position means embracing the opportunity to learn, grow, and ultimately succeed...

Imagine just for a second that old familiar sound of the chime, announcing an announcement from the pilot you're just about to drift to sleep, and then all of a sudden you're welcome to an announcement. I have also heard it said change cannot happen overnight, but if I could? What if you could get on a plane go to sleep and wake up a new person in a new destination? My guest today is Ally Murphy...

What is something you would never trade? My guest today is Trading Kryptonite for a cape is akin to exchanging weakness for strength, vulnerability for invincibility. Kryptonite, the infamous Achilles' heel of the legendary superhero, Superman, represents limitations and vulnerabilities. In contrast, a cape symbolizes power, freedom, and the ability to soar above obstacles. This metaphorical trade underscores the importance of embracing one's strengths and overcoming weaknesses...