Out of Small Things Podcast

Vienna Richards
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If you think you’re too old to try something new, think again. Out of Small Things Podcast with Vienna Richards debunks the myth that there’s a time limit on learning, growing, and succeeding. We dive into the brave and daring lives of people who did just that after the age of 40, after the age of 50, after the age of 60 and yes, even after 70 and beyond. We also look at the things we’re learning along the way that help us to do so.

Episodes

  1. 09/24/2022

    The Six SuperPowers That Come to Life Through Journal Writing

    Six powerful benefits that can assist you to connect and communicate effectively with others and the world around you. These could be your Super Powers. Whether you're embarking on a new journey like starting a business, a new career or going back to study, keeping a journal is an invaluable personal power tool.  In this episode, Out of Small Things Podcast host Vienna Richards, who has been journaling for decades, gives tips on how to keep it going online and in our offline life.  Now in her 50s, Vienna shares her experiences of why she journals, and how to use it to advance your understanding of circumstances, relationships, and self. Drawing on more than 40 years of journaling, Vienna has defined the power and benefits that come from keeping a journal, and how that happens. She talks about the six Super Powers you can source from journal writing. The Power of Clarity. The Power of Perspective. The Power of Seeing Hidden Things. The Power of Reflection. The Power of Gratitude The Power of Remembering. If you'd like to share your journaling experience, please answer the audience question at Spotify.

  2. 09/17/2022

    Three Self-Limiting Thoughts That Hold People Back

    In Episode 2, Out of Small Things Podcast with Vienna Richards explores 3 self-limiting thoughts and ideas that can make even the most optimistic people stop and give up on their goals and dreams. They are: Caring so much about the opinions of others, including people we've never met. Who-Do-You-Think-You-Are syndrome. Also known as the Imposter syndrome. Lacking confidence in our ability to achieve. We look at the power of the mind and what we feed it. We also discuss the opportunities these thinking challenges provide to create a supportive, environment, network, community, and friendships that better support our minds, our hearts and our wellbeing. We look at the courage and lessons learned from the career of Scottish singer Susan Boyle. And a leaf from the life of American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison. We end this episode with two book recommendations related to the power of the mind and the power of our thoughts. If you're wanting to dive deep into this topic and learn more about how to harness the power of the mind, these books will do just that.

  3. 09/09/2022

    Episode 2: Two Giants in their Field Who Defied the Odds to Succeed at the Highest Levels

    Hosted by Vienna Richards, Out of Small Things podcast talks about the grit of a tough-talking chicken tycoon and America's first woman Secretary of State. One has lived and breathed the world of international diplomacy and government politics at the highest levels. The other made his fortune after the age of 65 years old, thanks to his cooking skills and a very special fried chicken recipe. Listen to this episode as we talk about former Madam Secretary Madeleine Albright and Colonel Sanders who founded Kentucky Fried Chicken. Many assume they had it easy. We talk about the lessons from their lives about grit and perseverance. And because you may be wondering who the host is, before you listen, no worries. You'll learn a little about your host Vienna as well. This episode does not include the music. Full episode with music credits available on Spotify. Music credits: Aloha O'e sung by Tavita Te'o in acapella. Cry to Me sung by Marc Broussard. Book recommendation: Successful Late Bloomers, Second Edition: The Story of Late-in-life achievement — The People, Strategies And Research, by J.M.Orend.

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If you think you’re too old to try something new, think again. Out of Small Things Podcast with Vienna Richards debunks the myth that there’s a time limit on learning, growing, and succeeding. We dive into the brave and daring lives of people who did just that after the age of 40, after the age of 50, after the age of 60 and yes, even after 70 and beyond. We also look at the things we’re learning along the way that help us to do so.

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