Episodes

  • Ep.161 I Deciding the Education System is Failing Us: Bring Back Critical Thinking with Matt Beaudreau

    Ep.161 I Deciding the Education System is Failing Us: Bring Back Critical Thinking with Matt Beaudreau
    Oct 2 2024
    Have you wondered if the education system is actually preparing the next generation to lead? Do you question whether *real* learning happens within the confines of a classroom? What if the very foundation of how we’ve been taught to think is broken? Matt Beaudreau is on a mission to rebuild the way we raise young people into impactful adults. Through his educational program, Apogee Strong, he’s empowering young people to break free from the limits of the traditional school system and become true leaders—starting with responsibility, character, and action. In this episode, we explore why real education isn't taught in classrooms and how Matt's approach is redefining what it means to be “ready for the real world.” KEY TOPICS How to break free from the conformity of the education system to create effective leaders. What we all need to unlearn from the broken school system we grew up in. The value of questioning authority, and what that looks like when done effectively. Why real-world experiences educate to a higher degree of success than a classroom ever will. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro: Defeating Bad Decision-Making in Life and Business 03:15 Lessons from "Wasting" Time 08:45 Freedom Within Structure 12:30 Introducing Matt Beaudreau 17:50 From Public School to Revolution: Building New Education Systems 23:10 Education Failures: More Than Just Bad Grades 30:00 Meta Skills: The Missing Link in Education 35:45 Why Academia Isn't the Answer: Real Education Starts Here 42:00 Leadership by Example: Matt’s Approach to Raising Strong Men 48:30 How to Foster Responsibility in Students 54:15 The Role of Entrepreneurship in Education 1:00:00 The Power of Mentorship in Youth Programs 1:05:20 Empowering Students Through Choice and Consequence 1:10:45 The Future of Education: Matt’s Vision 1:16:30 Final Thoughts: How to Rebuild Education Systems That Work CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠ Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠ CONNECT WITH MATT BEAUDREAU Websites: https://apogeestrong.com // https://apogeepays.com Instagram: @mattbeaudreau // @apogeeprogram The Essential 11 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hh0o1PvIC8c4fE2Wv6LiF Matt founded Acton Academy Placer Schools, using the Socratic method to foster self-directed, independent young leaders. He also co-founded Apogee Strong, a mentorship program for young men, and launched the Apogee Strong Dads Program in 2023. His podcast, The Essential 11, provides leadership insights from global experts. Additionally, Matt founded the Apogee Strong Foundation, offering scholarships to young men for educational and leadership opportunities. Matt Beaudreau is a renowned keynote speaker, consultant, and coach, working with clients like Wells Fargo, Honeywell, and the U.S. Air Force. A two-time TEDx speaker and former Corporate Trainer of the Year at Stanford University, he has spoken to over 250,000 people worldwide.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Ep.160 I Deciding to Prioritize: 5 Key Decisions to Focus on What Matters

    Ep.160 I Deciding to Prioritize: 5 Key Decisions to Focus on What Matters
    Sep 25 2024

    Caught in a whirlwind of choices while trying to balance life and business? It’s easy to feel scattered when everything demands your attention. What if you could cut through the chaos and focus on the decisions that truly matter?


    In this episode, you’ll learn how to take control of your life and business through five powerful decisions. By honing in on what truly matters, you can streamline your priorities and make decisions that lead to genuine fulfillment.


    What are the 5 Key Decisions for an aligned life and business?

    1. Decide who you are.

    2. Decide where you are.

    3. Decide where you are going.

    4. Decide how to get there.

    5. Decide who matters.

    Grab your copy of Amazon best-seller, A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠.

    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Introduction

    00:54 Why Your Decisions Matter

    04:05 These 5 Decisions Set Your PRIORITIES

    05:02 Deciding WHO You Are

    13:49 Deciding WHERE You Are

    18:12 Decide Where You Are GOING

    22:03 Decide HOW to Get There

    23:56 Decide WHO Matters

    30:15 Producer Closing

    CONNECT WITH US

    ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠

    Watch this episode on YouTube

    Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠

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    Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast.

    SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠

    SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠

    MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?

    At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.

    LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠
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    31 mins
  • Ep.159 I Deciding to Build Relationships: Ditch Small Talk and Deepen Connections with David Robson

    Ep.159 I Deciding to Build Relationships: Ditch Small Talk and Deepen Connections with David Robson
    Sep 18 2024
    Do you ever wonder if people like you as much as you like them? Have you missed out on connections because you thought you didn’t leave a strong impression? In this episode, we sit down with science writer David Robson to discuss how curiosity can improve your connections – both personally and professionally. If you’re ready to rethink how people view you and build your relationships, this episode is for you. KEY TOPICS How to effectively give and receive compliments.Tactics to lead a group of people to be vulnerable.How to prevent your business culture from squashing community and curiosity.Ways to reframe limiting beliefs about yourself that are preventing your ability to build relationships. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:44 I Didn’t Know This About the Ultra-Wealthy 4:06 David Robson 11:41 Checking Your Biases 14:38 Want to be more curious? 17:57 How Not to be a Boring Businessperson 21:08 Vulnerability in Relationships 24:03 Do people like me? 30:58 Moving Past Smalltalk 36:01 Giving and Receiving Compliments 54:01 Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners 57:20 Key Takeaways 58:36 Producer Closing CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠ Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠ CONNECT WITH DAVID ROBSON Website: https://davidrobson.me/ X: @d_a_robson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-robson-5761791b/ David Robson is an award-winning science writer specializing in the extremes of the human brain, body and behavior. After graduating with a degree in mathematics from Cambridge University, he worked as a features editor at New Scientist for five years, before moving to BBC Future, where he was a senior journalist for five years. His writing has also appeared in the Guardian, the Atlantic, Aeon, Men’s Health and many more outlets. In 2021, David received awards from the Association of British Science Writers and the UK Medical Journalists’ Association for his writing on misinformation and risk communication during the COVID pandemic, and in 2022, he was a finalist for the Best British Science Journalist of the Year Award. David’s first book, The Intelligence Trap, was published in 2019, and received worldwide media attention. His second book The Expectation Effect was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won the British Psychological Society Book Award. His third book, The Laws of Connection, was published in June of 2024.
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    59 mins
  • Ep.158 I Deciding to Raise Financially Savvy Kids: Shaping Smart Spenders, Savers, and Investors

    Ep.158 I Deciding to Raise Financially Savvy Kids: Shaping Smart Spenders, Savers, and Investors
    Sep 11 2024

    What if teaching your kids about money wasn’t as hard as it seems? How can you make saving, spending, and investing lessons stick?


    In this episode, Sanger and Shawn Smith explore straightforward strategies for teaching kids about money. They break down practical lessons on saving, spending, and investing to help parents equip their kids with lasting financial skills—without overcomplicating it.

    KEY TOPICS

    Methods to help your kids understand money without overwhelming them.

    Why letting your kids make money mistakes could be the smartest move you make.

    How emotions secretly control spending—and how to help your kids avoid the pitfalls.

    Setting clear financial boundaries that shape lifelong habits and financial independence.

    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Introduction

    00:54 Childhood Lessons on Money

    03:47 Teaching Kids to Save, Earn, and Spend

    08:49 Emotions in Money Decisions

    11:39 Developing Healthy Money Habits

    32:00 Personal Money Responsibility

    35:19 Teaching Children to Budget

    46:19 Managing Overspending

    53:31 Talking About Finances in Front of the Kids

    57:23 Involving Attorneys and Financial Advisors in Estate Planning

    01:02:10 Effectively Utilizing Trusts for Your Children

    01:03:09 Five Key Money Decisions

    1:03:42 Producer Closing

    CONNECT WITH US

    ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠

    Watch this episode on YouTube

    Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠

    Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast

    Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠

    Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith

    Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith

    Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast.

    SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠

    SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠

    MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?

    At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.

    LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠


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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Ep.157 I Deciding to Go the Distance: Surviving Russian Jail & Pushing Your Limits with Charlie Walker

    Ep.157 I Deciding to Go the Distance: Surviving Russian Jail & Pushing Your Limits with Charlie Walker
    Sep 5 2024
    What happens when you push beyond your comfort zone? Could taking risks actually lead to more confidence? From surviving a mob attack in Ethiopia to being imprisoned in Russia, Charlie Walker's adventures push the boundaries of human endurance and reveal the astonishing resilience required to confront the unexpected. KEY TOPICS Setting short-term goals to keep the primary goal from feeling insurmountable. Creating opportunities for restful moments of “blissful brainlessness.” Finding your limits by forcing yourself into uncertainty. Distracting yourself from the temptation to quit. CHAPTERS 00:00 Sanger’s Daily Breakfast 03:37 Introducing Charlie Walker 08:16 The Unexpected of Long-Distance Travel 13:20 Living Resourcefully 18:14 Building Relationships with Locals 23:26 Adapting to the Unexpected 28:09 Focusing on the Journey, Not the Destination 28:38 Starting Extreme Goals 31:01 Overcoming the Urge to Quit 31:31 Hiking through Siberia 35:18 Imprisoned in Russia 36:14 Getting Released from Russian Prison 39:03 Risk Assessment and Perception 42:23 Mental Struggles of Isolation 44:39 Navigating the Russian Legal System 46:34 Dealing with Accusations 49:22 Propaganda in Russia 52:11 Lessons from Isolation 53:51 Decision Tip for Business Owners 55:39 Key Takeaways 57:29 Producer Closing CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠ Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠ CONNECT WITH CHARLIE WALKER Website: www.cwexplore.com Instagram: @cwexplore Through Sand & Snow: https://www.cwexplore.com/store/p2/Through_Sand_%26_Snow.html On Roads That Echo: https://www.cwexplore.com/store/p4/On_Roads_That_Echo.html Charlie Walker is a British adventurer who's tackled some of the most extreme journeys you can imagine, from braving the Siberian Arctic to exploring the Congo River. His stories of survival and exploration reveal what it truly means to push human limits and face the unknown.
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    58 mins
  • Ep.156 I Deciding to Plan Your Retirement: Stop Losing Sleep Over the Details with Roger Whitney

    Ep.156 I Deciding to Plan Your Retirement: Stop Losing Sleep Over the Details with Roger Whitney
    Aug 28 2024
    Selling the business and retiring isn’t an on/off switch. When you approach it like a dimmer, you gain the confidence to transition with peace of mind. Roger Whitney, the Retirement Answer Man, points out that decisions like taking a pension or lump sum are just the basics. The real focus should be on the visionary choices that truly shape your retirement. KEY TOPICS How to stop losing sleep over retirement planning. Recognizing and honoring phases of life as they evolve. Why the primary crisis of retirement is sheer lack of confidence. How to map out “what’s next” following your retirement. CHAPTERS 00:00 Mission of Decidedly 04:02 Roger Whitney, the Retirement Answer Man 06:35 The Crisis of Your Confidence 09:00 When You’re Nervous to Retire 13:39 The First Steps to Retirement Planning 16:26 Stop Chasing the New Strategy 20:00 Make Yourself Uncomfortable 26:16 Embracing New Seasons 30:05 Retiring to Something Refreshing 35:08 Post-Retirement Goal Setting 37:40 Rich People Don’t Think They’re Rich 41:36 Gratitude Practice to Combat Fears 43:30 Repairing a Bad Money Decision 48:52 Decision Tip for Business Owners 50:44 Key Takeaways 51:36 Producer Closing CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch the full episode on YouTube Subscribe to watch weekly episodes on YouTube⁠ Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠ CONNECT WITH ROGER WHITNEY Website: www.rogerwhitney.com Retirement Answer Man Podcast: www.rogerwhitney.com/blog Rock Retirement Book: www.rogerwhitney.com/the-book Roger has been walking life with clients as a financial advisor for more than 25 years and is the host of the award-winning Retirement Answer Man® podcast. He is on a mission to change the way the world thinks about retirement, one little conversation at a time. Roger established the RRC in 2018 to help foster a safe online space for soon-to-be retirees to learn, plan, and interact with other like-minded folks on the path to retirement. As if that’s not enough to keep him busy, he is the author of Rock Retirement: A Simple Guide to Help You Take Control and Be More Optimistic About the Future, a Forbes online contributor, creator of the Agile Financial Planning process, and past instructor of the Retirement Planning & Employee Benefits CFP® certificate program at the University of Texas Arlington and of Wealth Management at Texas Christian University. Investopedia has named him to the Top 100 Most Influential Advisors 2017-2019 & 2021, and he has brought home Plutus Awards for Best Financial Planner Blog (2019) and Best Retirement Blog (2015 and 2017).
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    52 mins
  • Ep.155 I Deciding to Build Resilience: Never Make Big Decisions on a Bad Day with Dr. MH Pelletier

    Ep.155 I Deciding to Build Resilience: Never Make Big Decisions on a Bad Day with Dr. MH Pelletier
    Aug 21 2024

    Are you caught between fighting through tough times and knowing when to take a step back? Is there more to handling challenges than just pushing through?


    Dr. MH Pelletier, a leading expert in resilience, shares insights on when to push through and when to reassess, revealing how your toughest moments can be your most pivotal.

    KEY TOPICS

    Burnout prevention: catching it before it takes you (or your loved ones) out.

    The science behind resilience and how it affects your brain.

    Why you should never quit on a bad day.

    Simple ways to build a resilient team culture.

    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Mission of Decidedly

    02:30 Why “Smiths Don't Quit”

    05:00 The Worst Day: A Career-Defining Moment

    05:50 Dr. MH Pelletier

    09:45 When to Push Through the Struggle

    14:30 How to Build Resilience

    18:15 Building a Resilient Team

    22:50 Check Yourself

    27:30 Resilience Isn’t Grit

    32:00 Deciding to Be Resilient in Real-Time

    37:15 Creating Psychological Safety

    42:00 How Resilience Affects Your Brain

    47:30 Recognizing Burnout: Early Signs

    52:00 Supporting Your Spouse Through Burnout

    55:48 Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners

    57:08 Key Takeaways

    58:53 Producer Closing

    CONNECT WITH US

    ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠

    Watch this episode on YouTube

    Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠

    Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast

    Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠

    Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith

    Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith

    Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast.

    SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠

    SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠

    MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?

    At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.

    LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠

    CONNECT WITH DR. MH PELLETIER

    Website: https://drmarie-helene.com/

    The Resilience Plan: https://drmarie-helene.com/book/

    Instagram: @drmhpelletier

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmhpelletier/?originalSubdomain=ca


    Dr. MH Pelletier is a practicing work psychologist and trusted senior leader in clinical counseling and workplace psychology.

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    59 mins
  • Ep.154 I Deciding to Stay Curious: Try Something New, It’s Good for You with Dr. Todd Kashdan

    Ep.154 I Deciding to Stay Curious: Try Something New, It’s Good for You with Dr. Todd Kashdan
    Aug 14 2024
    Have you caught yourself sticking to the same routine even when you’re bored with it? Do you sometimes ignore new ideas because they seem uncomfortable or risky? Dr. Todd Kashdan, leading psychologist, delves into how embracing curiosity can enhance your life, tackle fears, and unlock greater satisfaction through the joy of exploration. KEY TOPICS Seeking opportunities for yourself and your children to foster curiosity. The importance of effectively going down rabbit holes. Using “joyous exploration” for higher life satisfaction. Everyday tips to become a more curious person. CHAPTERS 00:00 Mission of Decidedly 00:44 New Experiences 05:09 Raising Curious Kids 08:07 Finding Opportunities for Creativity 10:02 Father/Son Trip to Peru 19:41 What Curious People Do 31:32 Life Satisfaction 43:35 Stress Management 45:02 Curiosity in Relationships 48:15 Communicating Switching Costs 49:40 Choosing Your Thoughts 57:50 Embracing Rabbit Holes 57:39 Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners 1:00:41 Key Takeaways 1:01:56 Producer Closing MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ep.133 I Deciding to Get Curious: Stress Your Systems to Build Your Strengths with Dr. Todd Kashdan Ep.17 I Doug Lennick I Deciding to Think About What You Think About: Moral Intelligence CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube⁠ Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠ CONNECT WITH DR. TODD KASHDAN Ep.133 I Deciding to Get Curious: Stress Your Systems to Build Your Strengths with Dr. Todd Kashdan - YouTube Newsletter: https://toddkashdan.substack.com/about Website: https://toddkashdan.com/ The Well-Being Lab: https://toddkashdan.com/well-being-lab/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddkashdan Instagram: @toddkashdan Twitter: @toddkashdan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/public/Todd-Kashdan Psychology Today Blog: psychologytoday.com/blog/curious Books: https://toddkashdan.com/books/ A New Scientific Framework of Curiosity presentation by Dr. Kashdan: https://toddkashdan.com/speaking/ Take the Insubordination Quiz: https://toddkashdan.com/insubordination-quiz/ Dr. Todd B. Kashdan is Professor of Psychology at George Mason University. He is a leading authority on well-being, curiosity, psychological flexibility, and resilience. He has published over 225 peer-reviewed articles and is in the top 1% of cited scientists in the world (over 47,000 times). He received the American Psychological Association Award for Distinguished Scientific Early Career Contributions to Psychology. His research is featured regularly in media outlets such as The Atlantic, Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, NPR, Fast Company, and Time Magazine. He is a keynote speaker and consultant for organizations as diverse as Microsoft, Mercedes-Benz, Prudential, General Mills, The United States Department of Defense, and World Bank Group. He's a twin with twin 16-year-old daughters (and one more), with plans to rapidly populate the world with great conversationalists.
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    1 hr and 3 mins