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We’re unpacking the six pillars of our motto: Don’t stand on issues, walk with people.
This episode focuses on the first pillar: We seek understanding not victory. 
We prioritize listening and learning over winning arguments. We believe both are possible. We hold our beliefs fiercely, but we hold them with open hands, not clenched fists.
In the age of TikTok, X, and a 24-hour news cycle, it’s easy to feel like an expert on topics we actually don’t know much about. And when we feel like an expert on something, seeking understanding can feel pointless, because we already know everything, right? 
We’ve got to get to the place where we know that we don’t know everything. And that’s okay.
So how do we seek understanding? Here are a few ideas:

Be an active listener. (Hint: it’s impossible to be an active listener on social media, so maybe have those conversations offline.)

Limit distractions. Leave your phone in another room.

Remember that just because someone stops talking, doesn’t mean you need to start.

Flip the funnel: ask open-ended questions to gain a fuller picture of what the other person believes

Remember that the other person and their beliefs are not a problem to solve. And a single conversation isn’t going to change that.

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Listen to last week’s episode for an overview of the six pillars here: https://pod.link/1249486443/episode/17ea0d74dace025534324e77893ca97d 
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We’re diving into the madness. The madness that America is living in (yes, we’re talking about Trump). The madness that is social media. And the rage that’s seemingly all around us right now.
We’re talking about hard things with the hopes of pointing us toward some semblance of a plan and some pillars. 
We’re digging in deep to what it really means to not stand on issues but walk with people and to get in their chariot. 
This episode will equip you with six principles to pursue unity and reject rage. Let's do it together. It's time.
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THE ONE, THE ONLY Annie F. Downs is on the podcast this episode!! 
This is historical, people. Somehow, in all our years of friendship, Annie hasn’t been on my podcast before! 
Grab a pen and paper because you’re not going to want to miss what Annie has to say about leadership, humility, dreaming, leaving, and when to stick around a little longer. 
This conversation is for anyone who is a leader in ANY capacity, whether that be a company, a small group, or even your family.
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We’re having breakfast in the middle of nowhere. In the SERENGETI. With one of my new favorite people. If you’ve ever been on the fence about going on a safari experience, Hassan will convince you.
Hassan shares with us about his life, what it takes to become a safari guide, and how he deals with difficult tourists. LOL.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to face a hippo and live to tell the tale, this episode is for you.
PLUS we’re visited by a surprise guest!
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My friend Jordan Montgomery is joining us to teach us about the art and science of ENCOURAGEMENT. 
Encouragement is a universal language that the whole world will understand in your personal life or your professional life. 
Jordan gives us great examples on how to encourage others including 

Putting others first

Taking responsibility outside of your lane

Noticing others AND letting them know they matter


If it isn’t obvious, you’ll leave these conversation feeling ENCOURAGED and empowered to encourage others.
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It’s almost Father’s Day, so who better to have on my show than MY OWN DAD, Dr. Fermin Whittaker?!
Many of you have been on the journey with me as I walk with my parents through my dad’s dementia. And they currently live across the street from me!! 
You’ve fallen in love with the sweet, sweet old man he’s become. And you’ve fallen in love with my mom, who is his caretaker and is LITERALLY living out her vows every. single. day.
Many of you love this version of my dad, and I realized it’s the only version of my dad that you know. 
But for the majority of my life, the version of my father that I had, you don’t know. And I actually have kind of forgotten about that version myself. 
So today I’m introducing you to the father I knew growing up. 
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Listen to Episode 44: Dementia Won't Steal My Father's Story... With Fermin Whittaker HERE: https://pod.link/1249486443/episode/1c0b212b17244f84f84eb416333ee401
Listen to Episode 101: Interviewing My Mom And Dad As They Battle Dad's Dementia. And 7 Ways To Care For A Caregiver HERE: https://pod.link/1249486443/episode/ff455208a5724cdb704f8e647fd82af9
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