Elevate with Robert Glazer Robert Glazer on Finding The Compass Within
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Oct 14, 2025 A captivating discussion unfolds around the launch of a new book centered on personal core values. The host and producer delve into why fiction is a powerful medium for conveying ethical lessons. They explore character development, with a nuanced antagonist and an aspirational mentor, revealing personal inspirations behind the story. The insights into balancing professional details with reader accessibility are enlightening. Key themes include mentorship, the struggle between intrinsic and extrinsic goals, and the transformative impact of values in life.
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Fiction As A Values Shortcut
- Robert Glazer chose fiction to make core-values work more accessible and relatable through story.
- He believed a parable would engage readers who wouldn't take a course or read a dry values book.
The 'Big Three' Decision Frame
- Glazer used a central character to mirror common, nuanced tensions people face across relationships, vocation, and community.
- He framed decisions with the "big three" to help readers apply values to real-life tradeoffs.
Read Then Implement
- Read the story first to experience the dilemma, then use the afterbook section to implement the framework.
- Use the companion course if you want guided scaffolding and weekly steps to apply your values.
