Ep. 105 Out Of Class - What have you learned from your hobbies?

In this engaging episode of the Life Long Learner podcast Ben, Gines, and Matt explore various aspects of life, personal growth, and lessons from their hobbies. Matt shares the current challenges of his resort construction project and the importance of maintaining clear communication and managing expectations in such endeavors. Matt shares insights from his experience as a surfer, highlighting the importance of focusing on where you want to go and applying that mindset to life and business. He emphasizes the need to anticipate challenges and stay resilient, drawing parallels between surfing and managing the ongoing construction of his resort. This leads to a broader discussion about embracing unpredictability in work while maintaining certain certainties in other areas of life, like food preferences and personal routines. Ben delves into the concept of contrast, using examples from skiing and other personal stories to illustrate how life's ups and downs enhance our experiences. They discuss how contrast not only brings depth to life but also lets you appreciate the other side of things; for example, cold, challenging moments make warmth and comfort feel more rewarding. Ben talks about the importance of contrast in life, suggesting that both the challenges and rewards are what make experiences fulfilling. Gines reflects on his running journey and the need to stay focused on the end goal, even when things don't go as planned. Throughout the episode, Ben, Gines and Matt’s personal anecdotes and philosophical insights, encouraging listeners to appreciate the journey, remain adaptable, and understand that success often requires navigating between control and flexibility. They conclude by emphasizing the value of learning from each other's experiences and the continuous process of personal growth, staying aligned with the podcast's theme of lifelong learning. This episode is brought to you by Make It Happen Group performance coaching - makeithappengroup.org For more updates and to subscribe head to -lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelonglearner.podcast Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_HJXIvmwW7HfzhaOM0itQ