

Blast from the Past, Vol. 11: Character
Oct 1, 2025
David revisits five impactful life lessons, emphasizing kindness and personal growth. He explores the idea of being a 'For' person, encouraging collaboration and trust. The importance of diverse friendships is highlighted, along with taking responsibility for one's actions. David urges listeners to judge themselves by results and others by their intentions. Lastly, he introduces 'proactive grace,' advocating for unconditional kindness. This warm yet insightful discussion aims to inspire character-driven living and investing.
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Become A 'For' Person
- Being a "for" person shapes what you find and creates collaboration and trust in others.
- Roy Spence and David Gardner argue positivity multiplies influence and inspires communities.
Make Friends Across Differences
- Seek friends from groups you disagree with so you understand different perspectives and reduce polarization.
- Build real relationships, not just social media follows, to broaden your tolerance and empathy.
Accept Responsibility, Blame No One
- Accept responsibility for your choices and stop blaming others for poor outcomes.
- Emulate Dean Smith: credit others for wins and own losses to strengthen character and leadership.