No Place I'd Rather Be: A Road-Trip Lesson in Patience | Episode 64

No Place I'd Rather Be: A Road-Trip Lesson in Patience | Episode 64

Kevin recounts a drive home from manager training when impatience led him to speed, take a GPS diversion, and ultimately overheat a failing crankshaft sensor in his old BMW. Forced to wait and repair the car, he reflects on how rushing damaged both his vehicle and his peace of mind. The episode explores how being present and patient transforms everyday setbacks into lessons: update your mental "operating system," appreciate the moment, and remember the mantra, "There’s no place I’d rather be than here right now." Check out Kevin's poetry books, merchandise, and more at his website www.wonderedbliss.com

Unpacking Change: How Small Habits Shape Big Leadership | Episode 63

Kevin, an artist and new restaurant GM-in-training, reflects on how small personal habits—like sleeping with contacts, morning coffee, and social media use—can shape your mood, effectiveness, and relationships. Between intensive manager training and living out of a hotel, he explains why some comforts don’t travel well with new responsibilities and why adjusting simple routines can improve how you treat employees, loved ones, and yourself. He encourages assessing and changing the little things that compound over time so you can show up calmer, clearer, and more present in every role you play.

The struggle of growth we all need to face | Episode 62

Are you struggling to balance your creative passions with the demands of everyday life? You’re not alone. In this post, I’ll share insights and personal experiences on navigating the challenges of pursuing art while managing a day job. Understanding these struggles can help you find a way to harmonize your passions with your responsibilities.

Why this encounter matters | Episode 61

Kevin shares a true story about a stray cat that led him outside to write, sparking a powerful creative session and a reflection on presence, nature, and balancing work with living. Find his books and more @ www.wonderedbliss.com

The Sun: A Poet’s Brutal, Gentle Wake-Up | Episode 60

Kevin Faulkner reads his poem "The Sun" and candidly reflects on depression, self-sabotage, and how contrast—darkness and light—gives life meaning. He describes sitting in the cold while sunlight unexpectedly warms him and the insight that warmth is always available if we let it in. Through blunt storytelling and simple advice—get outside, feel the sun, open your heart—he offers a raw, hopeful message about resilience, gratitude, and choosing to live despite pain. Check out Kevin's poetry book and merchandise on his website  www.wonderedbliss.com