In this episode, I talk with the CEO of CESA 6 and Mayor of Port Washington about the key to lifelong learning…CURIOSITY. Ted shares how to murder your books and other great tips to help retain the information you learn. He shares easy-to-implement strategies for leaders, parents, teachers, and individuals to leverage learning and create more meaning.   We discuss: - How to learn every day - without even touching a book! - A simple, yet powerful lesson we can learn from buffalo. - The quickest way to positively impact someone’s life. Challenge: At [31:50],  Ted shares a question you can ask yourself tonight and tomorrow morning that will help you reflect on what you can control in a positive way.   Resources: Ted's Smart Thinking Podcast  

In this episode, I talk with McKenna Reitz about how she has transformed her experience with Alopecia into an opportunity to pursue her purpose with confidence.    We discuss: - The internal and external factors that played a role in helping her improve her mindset. - The psychology and challenges behind reframing your life experiences into opportunities. - Advice for people before, during, and after experiencing a significant life event.   Challenge: At [43:07], McKenna shares a challenge for listeners to try the next time they experience a daily hassle.   Resources: McKenna's Website McKenna's TED Talk

In this episode, Jay and I talk about one small thing that has a huge impact on the way we see and experience the world: noticing.    We discuss: - How interrupting your busy life through stopping and noticing can improve your health and happiness. - A new kind of gratitude practice. - Practical tips to stop living on autopilot.   Challenge: At [30:55], Jay shares a habit that you can start tonight to interrupt the "busy" and incorporate noticing into your everyday life.   Resources: The Forte Factor The Greatness Zone Book