"I am not the Person I want to be" - Robert Mahler | Manage Your Anger and Life Priorities

Join Pat Szubryt on the latest episode of "Are You Like Me?", a captivating podcast that explores the lives of extraordinary individuals.

Robert Mahler, a luminary in the world of software and system development. We discuss Robert's career journey, his curiosity and willingness to try new things, and the importance of setting priorities and boundaries.

Robert shares his principles for living a joyful life and his struggle with anger. He also emphasizes the need to find humor and not take oneself too seriously. In this part of the conversation, Pat and Robert discuss the influence of others on our emotions and actions, the importance of resilience, and the fear of taking risks.

We also touch on the topic of trying new things and the tendency to focus on the downsides rather than the upsides. We talk about their experiences with working remotely and the challenges of staying focused in different environments. We also discuss their love for dogs and how they relate to their pets' behaviour.

Lastly, we explore the balance between being tech-savvy and enjoying the simplicity of off-grid living. In this conversation, we discuss the importance of disconnecting from technology and embracing a simpler life. We reflect on the impact of the internet and how it has changed the way people interact and experience the world.

We also explore the benefits of spending time in nature and the calming effect it has on the mind. Robert shares his personal experiences at his cabin and how it has helped him become more present and appreciative of the little things in life. We touch on the role of faith in navigating life's challenges and finding meaning in difficult situations.

Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of prioritizing relationships, being present, and finding balance in a fast-paced world.

Sound Bites:

"Curiosity and a willingness to try new things"

"Setting priorities and boundaries"

"Finding humor and not taking oneself too seriously"

"Do you want to be owned by these people?"

"You choose to do it."

"You build resilience by exposing yourself to it in little doses."

"You learn the technology you need and the things you don't need."

"What does cabin give you? Is it the nostalgia of this life or is it escapism?"

"You breathe differently up there. It's amazing."

00:00 Introduction and Background

07:52 Setting Priorities and Boundaries

33:54 The Influence of Others

45:30 Challenges of Working Remotely

56:18 Balancing Technology and Simplicity

01:08: 56 Embracing Simplicity: Disconnecting from Technology

01:17:20 Prioritizing Relationships and Finding Balance