Elevate with Robert Glazer

Weekend Conversations: Getting Instantly Clear on What Matters to You

Nov 29, 2025
Explore the life-altering clarity that comes from near-death experiences, as shared by Ric Elias of the Miracle on the Hudson. Discover how holiday distractions can hinder personal reflection and why a calm approach to consumerism is essential. Delve into strategies for prioritizing health and family, reflecting on life’s deeper values. Learn about the impact of arguments and the importance of de-escalation for maintaining harmony. Finally, gain practical steps like time-based journaling to clarify your goals and embrace the significant moments that shape your life.
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ANECDOTE

Miracle On The Hudson Moment

  • Ric Elias survived Flight 1549, the Miracle on the Hudson, and experienced intense clarity in the seconds before impact.
  • That near-death moment forced him to see what truly mattered and inspired his TED Talk on instant clarity.
ANECDOTE

A Personal Health Scare

  • Robert Glazer describes a 2009 panic attack he mistook for a heart attack that made him collapse in his kitchen.
  • That event shifted his perspective and helped reprioritize health and family in his life.
INSIGHT

Time Compression Reveals Priorities

  • When you shrink the time horizon to days or hours, priorities become instantly clear.
  • Use that clarity to stop spending time on what won't matter if your time were limited.
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