Episodes
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 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 Nov 12, 2023
Thoughtless Thoughtfulness
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
“Gratitude is the flowering of a seed of kindness; ingratitude is the dead inactivity of a seed dropped on stone.”
– William George Jordan.
- “Have you ever taken a moment to think about the countless small acts of kindness you receive daily that go unnoticed or unacknowledged?”
- “When was the last time you felt truly grateful for something someone did for you, but you never actually expressed it? What stopped you?”
- “Can you recall a time when someone’s effort or kindness towards you went unrecognized? How might that have made them feel?”
- “Do you find yourself feeling disappointed or unappreciated when your acts of kindness or hard work aren’t acknowledged? Why do you think that is?”
- “How often do you do something nice for others with the expectation of being thanked or recognized, and how does it affect your motivation to do good?”
- “Have you ever caught yourself helping someone primarily for recognition or reward rather than from the heart? What does this reveal about our need for external validation?”
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Put the You in Thank You
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Gratitude, in its truest form, goes beyond a simple thank you. It is not merely a transactional acknowledgment.
How do you shift from a self-centered appreciation to a "you" - centered acknowledgment?
Let's challenge ourselves to truly see the person behind each act of kindness. When we put the "you" in "thank you" we do more than express gratitude; we create a current of appreciation that flows through our lives, nurturing everything it touches.
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Choices are difference-makers.
The choices we make not only influence our future but also affect the futures of those we love and serve. What are the four R's of the best choice-makers?
What are the three questions you can ask yourself every day that will guarantee you will be a better choice-maker and consequently have better results? You are always free to make your own choices. But you are not free to choose the consequences of what choice you have chosen.
"Your voice matters; your silence condones."
- Lee M Brower
"Throughout history, it has been the inaction of those who could have acted; the indifference of those who should have known better; that has made it possible for evil to triumph."
- Haile Salassie