Episode 30 - Enough to Disarm All Hostility

Episode 30 - Enough to Disarm All Hostility

At what point does the boundary of Forgiveness end? I have often mulled over this question and the conundrum of the balance it maintains with Justice. I consider the unfairness that runs rampant in our world: the Injustices enacted by those with ability against those who cannot resist, and the Injustices enacted even upon them in their coveted seats of power. Is it right to measure their lots against each other to define the boundary to which Forgiveness should extend? The truth is that I received an answer to this question long ago. It's an answer based around God, but there are many who don't accept my God, or any God for that matter, and I wanted to find an answer that makes sense even to them. While I can't pretend to know the whole true answer to this question, I can say that my search has led me to this individual truth: the boundary of Forgiveness is a matter of individual choice, but it contains within it the boundary of Happiness, for our Happiness can never extend past the limits we have set on our Forgiveness. Perhaps it is because of this that today's quote is of such great importance to me, and the reason behind my depth of love for the story that I have to share. The crux of many-a-religious belief is to provide a way for those adhering to it to obtain Happiness. Our willingness to Forgive is but one piece of that puzzle, but it's a crucial piece, and I fear we have become disillusioned with it in such a manner that many of us have chosen to throw it out entirely, only to be left confused when our Happiness goes with it. I hope this episode moves within you the same stirrings as it moved within me as I put it together. Life is so much better when we're living it Happily, a bliss that can't be achieved without our readiness to Forgive. Thank you so much for listening, it truly means the world -TJ

Episode 29 - Entering our Arena

What dream have you been holding onto, but have been too scared to pursue? What's holding you back from chasing after it? What would it look like if you chose to pursue it despite those fears? These are the topics of today's conversation, a brief follow-up to the earlier episode with my friend, Neil Bryce. We talk about his short time as a boxer, as he entered the literal arena to pursue his dream, and the lessons he took away from that experience. We discuss how those lessons translated into his experience as a business owner. Finally, we talk about the role of a mentor in this pursuit, and what being the mentor and the mentee might look like. Thanks for listening, it means the world -TJ

Episode 28 - A Mother's Day Special (Pt. 2)

My mom is the best, what more can I say? Actually, there's a lot more that can be said... My mom is one of the most incredible people I know, an example of perseverance, sacrifice, and love that is second to none. Over the years I've had the opportunity to watch her grow into the woman she is today, and much of that growth came through hard lessons. Today I have the gift of sharing just some of these lessons with you through our vulnerable, heartfelt conversation. The value of the wisdom she has to offer is immense, and her willingness to speak so openly about her struggles is a most precious gift. So, once again: My mom is the best, and words cannot adequately express what more there is to say. Thank you for listening, it means the world -TJ (and my wonderful mother)

Episode 27 - A Mother's Day Special (Pt. 1)

My mom is the best, what more can I say? Actually, there's a lot more that can be said... My mom is one of the most incredible people I know, an example of perseverance, sacrifice, and love that is second to none. Over the years I've had the opportunity to watch her grow into the woman she is today, and much of that growth came through hard lessons. Today I have the gift of sharing just some of these lessons with you through our vulnerable, heartfelt conversation. The value of the wisdom she has to offer is immense, and her willingness to speak so openly about her struggles is a most precious gift. So, once again: My mom is the best, and words cannot adequately express what more there is to say. Thank you for listening, it means the world -TJ (and my wonderful mother)

Episode 26 - The Impact of an Individual

Who really causes the fall or rise of society? While the answer is likely as cheesy as you may expect it to be, there is great importance and depth to the principle I discuss. I share historical and fictional anecdotes of cases where society has changed for the better, and offer my personal experience with how this principle has shaped my own decisions and influenced me to live more intentionally. In this crazy, and often discouraging world we live in, I hope this can be a message of hope that things can change, and that change begins closer to home than we may realize. Thank you for listening, it means the world -TJ If you want to keep up with this crazy journey of mine, follow me on Instagram @life_sloweddown and @rosierboy