Episodes
Sunday Feb 25, 2024
Stop, Look, and Go - Gratitude as Your Guardian Word
Sunday Feb 25, 2024
Sunday Feb 25, 2024
In this week's edition of Meaningful Monday, host Lee Brower shares a moment from his childhood where the word 'stop' played a significant role in his life. He shares an incident when he, a curious explorer, strayed too close to a busy highway and the frantic moment his mother experienced realizing he had ventured into a dangerous area. A 'stop' lesson was learned that day, but its value extended into his later life.
Life, as it mimics the busy highways, often goes by in a rush. Brower encourages us to stop and appreciate the moments, for it is in those pauses that we can truly be present. By pausing, we give ourselves a chance to 'stop' and savor the experience of 'here and now'.
The word 'look' goes beyond mere seeing - it implies observing the wonders around us, the comfort of our homes, the smiles of our loved ones, and the miracles that subtly mark our everyday lives.
'Go' is not just about moving forward but doing so full of gratitude. It embarks upon the appreciation of the moments in our lives which are priceless gifts offered to us each day. Brower emphasizes the importance of gratitude, viewing it as a secret ingredient which transforms everyday moments into meaningful memories, connections into bonds, and life itself into a joy-filled masterpiece.
Brower inspires us to stop amidst life's chaos, look around with eyes brimming with gratitude, and equip ourselves with a renewed purpose of joy. Let gratitude be a constant reminder in our pockets of the endless gifts that life has to offer. Embrace every moment with gratitude; for life has presented them to us as beautiful opportunities.
Join us next week for another episode of Meaningful Monday, filled with lessons, reflections, and reminders to make your week even more special.
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Welcome to this week's episode of Meaningful Monday with Lee Brower where we discuss the idea of how stepping out of our comfort zones can lead to great personal growth. This episode challenges the traditional idea we hold about pain and discomfort - far from being solely negative experiences, they can be powerful catalysts for our personal, relational, and societal development.
In our fitness journeys or while competing in sports, we often encounter pain and discomfort along the way. However, we push through it due to the vision of the gain we hope to achieve. We use examples of enduring the pain of going to the dentist or running a marathon to illustrate this idea. Through these examples, we invite listeners to view moments of discomfort as opportunities for growth rather than signals to retreat.
We share an inspiring story about a man who overcame his physical exhaustion to keep pace with an older hiker, motivated by his strong vision of the future. This is a perfect example of how our perspective on pain can transform our experiences and outcomes. The episode urges us to choose our pain wisely because if the vision is strong enough, it can trigger a mindset shift that can bear rewarding fruits in the long run.
Finally, the episode ends with a meaningful question for our listeners - "What discomfort are you willing to endure today for a better tomorrow?" This question invites our listeners to reflect on their current situations and consider where they might avoid discomfort that could lead to personal growth. Embark on this journey with us as we use our shared experiences and wisdom to make our weeks more meaningful.
Enjoy this week's edition of Meaningful Monday with Lee Brower, and do not forget to tune in for our next episode. Wish you all an impactful and meaningful week!
Sunday Jan 21, 2024
What will it take for me to show up as the best version of myself today?
Sunday Jan 21, 2024
Sunday Jan 21, 2024
"Our potential is one thing. What we do with it is quite another."
- Angela Duckworth
"Every choice we make today is either a deposit or withdrawal from our future."
- Lee Brower
"Grit is sticking with your future, day in, day out, not just for the week, not just for the month, but for years, and working really hard to make that future a reality."
- Angela Duckworth
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
"Hey Hot Rod!" How do you say "I love you" without saying I love you?
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
What two words are way more important than "I love you"?
"The gift of gratitude does not diminish our own happiness; it amplifies it." The more we give it away, the more we possess.
"Thank you" conveys a level of humility and appreciation that is foundational to strong, enduring relationships. It implies a recognition of the other's contribution to one's life, whether big or small. This can be particularly powerful in the context of enduring wealth, where the focus is not just on material success but on the richness of relationships and gratitude for the non-material aspects of life.
While "I love you" is a powerful expression of emotion, "Thank you" can sometimes speak even louder, carrying with it the weight of gratitude, recognition, and an acknowledgment of the value of others in our lives.
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
SPICE FIT
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
What would it take for you to show up as the very best version of you, each day?
What does it mean to be truly SPICE FIT in today's world?
F.I.T.= F - Focused, Integrated, Transformative. Focus on your essentials. Integrate - as you improve one area, you automatically improve the others. Transformation is the result. You are on a constant journey to become yourself.
S.P.I.C.E.
- Spiritual Focus
- Physical Focus
- Innovation Focus
- Compassion Focus
- Emotional Focus
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
5 Facts That Matter Most. (MM 10th Anniversary)
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
"As we get older, we get smarter, and we slowly understand that whether a clock is worth $30.00 or $300, they both show the exact same time. Whether we drive a $150,000 car or a $2,000 car, we arrive at the same destination."
- Steve Jobs
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
Can You Be Like Scrooge?
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
"I will live in the past, the present, and the future. The spirits of all three shall strive within me. I will not shut out the lessons that they teach me!”
- Scrooge.
Every Morning, ask these 2 questions:
- What deliberate choices can I make today that my future self will say thank-you for the wisdom and foresight?
- Can I be the answer to someone's prayer today? (don't answer it- let your subconscious mind guide you)
As you reflect at the end of each day, ask the following:
What vital lessons have I learned that will guide me towards being a more compassionate and wiser person tomorrow?
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Wherever you are be there!
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
"What if one of the greatest gifts you could give someone wasn't something you could wrap in a box but something far more precious?
How can you transform everyday interactions into meaningful connections by simply being present?
This year, let's take on a transformative challenge. Let's commit to being present, to truly listening, to giving the people in our lives something that no money can buy — our undivided attention. Can you imagine the impact? The deepened relationships, the shared understanding, the genuine appreciation that comes from being wholly there for someone?"
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
What is the most important question we can ask when feeling down?
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Did you know guilt and worry light up our brain's reward centers? Does that mean it is a good thing to feel guilt and worry? Maybe, for a moment. But we all know that is not a long-term solution. So, what is the one thing we can count on to strengthen our emotional intelligence and stimulate our most powerful, long-lasting reward centers? Imagine leading a life where your quest leads you to feel more happiness and, shall we say, control.
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
”Character is Destiny” Dawn Do Dusk.
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
"Character is Destiny."
- Heraclitus. (About 1500 BC)
"Character, in the long run, is the decisive factor in the life of an individual and of nations alike."
- Theodore Roosevelt
In 1835, Alexis de Tocqueville wrote, "America is great because she is good, but if America ever ceases to be good - America will cease to be great."
Knowing the Good (Head); Desiring the Good (Heart); Doing the Good (Hands)