Mar 20, 2019
Jim and Jan start the show by
paying tribute to Jan’s late mentor who exemplified the virtue of
gratitude. Also discussed are ways to improve positivity, the power
behind finding things to be grateful for, and practical suggestions
for expressing gratitude.
Key Takeaways
[1:46] At the funeral of his
mentor, MG Bud Ahern, Jan reflected on how grateful he was to have
Bud in his life. Bud was a civil engineer in the Air Force, a
teacher, an athlete, a scholar, and foremost, a
philosopher.
[8:14] There are meaningful
people and events in our life that we are grateful for, but
sometimes it’s just a simple gesture or moment that can make us
feel the most grateful.
[8:44] It’s important to light
the way for others to show them what we can be grateful on a daily
basis for.
[11:02] Two ways to improve
positivity is to write a note to someone expressing your gratitude
and to keep a journal of the positive things that happen throughout
the day.
[12:18] Four points from
All I Really Need to Know I
Learned In Kindergarten by Robert Fulghum:
- When
you go out in the world, watch out for traffic. Hold hands and
stick together.
- Be
aware of wonder.
- Goldfish, hamsters, and white mice and even a
little seed in a styrofoam cup, they all die and so do
we.
- The
biggest word of all: look.
[13:56] It’s important for
leaders to make sure their team is focused on what’s
important.
[16:06] Make sure you circle
back and say thank you to those that help you along the
way.
[17:56] One of the ways we can
express gratitude in a profound way is to listen to
people.
[19:26] The human touch is still
exceptionally powerful as is a handwritten note.
Quotes
- “What’s a good life, and are you living one?”
-Bud Ahearn
- “Are
you ready to face your hypocrisy?” -Bud Ahearn
- “For
whose good do you serve?” -Bud Ahearn
- “When
we express gratitude, problems that were impossible become
plausible.”
- “Nothing makes people feel more valued than
being listened to.”
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