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Mikes Message
by Mike Duvall
Mikes Message is Simple, Heartfelt and Purpose-Driven, delivered in just 6 to 10 minutes per episode. In short... we offer Messages That Stir the Soul! Visit Our Website at: MikesMessage.com
Episodes
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Newborn Saves Her Twin Sister with Love!
What can two tiny premature twins teach us about the power of love? This week’s Mikes Message shares the remarkable story of Kyrie and Brielle, whose incredible bond reminds us that sometimes the greatest medicine is love in its purest form. From their story, we explore 7 simple ways we can bring...
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100-Year-Old Skydiving Grandma Proves Age Is Just a Number
This week’s Mikes Message shares the remarkable story of Ruby McNally, who celebrated her 100th birthday by doing what she loves — jumping out of an airplane surrounded by family and friends. Ruby’s incredible courage and zest for life remind us that age is just a number, and challenge all of us…
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The Cowboy Code: 10 Principles to Live By
This week’s Mikes Message takes us back to the American West to discover The Cowboy Code — a set of timeless principles built on courage, hard work, fairness, loyalty, keeping your word, and protecting your integrity. These values helped shape the legendary character of the American Cowboy, but...
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You Can Definitely Make a Difference
This week’s episode of Mike’s Message shares a touching story about a teacher, her students, and one simple classroom assignment that would mean far more than anyone could have imagined at the time. Years later, they discovered just how powerful a few sincere words of kindness and appreciation…
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Little House On The Prairie, and the Amazing Woman Behind it -- Laura Ingalls Wilder
This week's Mikes Message reflects on the timeless wisdom of Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose life of hardship, perseverance, and faith inspired the beloved Little House on the Prairie series. Through her experiences, she reminds us that true happiness comes not from possessions, but from life's…
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Her Family Relied on Food Pantries... Now She's Making a Difference In Her Community
This week's Mikes Message shares the inspiring story of Alyssa Mae from Michigan Alyssa, turned her own difficult childhood experience with food insecurity into a mission to help others through the Shame Free Collective, providing food and essential items with dignity and compassion. Her story...
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Celebrating America 250!
This special Mikes Message celebrates America's 250th birthday by honoring our nation's history of freedom, resilience, and progress. As we reflect on the sacrifices and achievements that shaped our country, we're reminded to cherish our liberties, learn from our past, and work together to build…
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Gratitude! How, Why and the Benefits
In this edition of Mikes Message, we explore one simple daily habit to make you happier, healthier, and less stressed. Simply, it's the power of gratitude and how regularly appreciating the good things in life can improve your outlook, strengthen relationships, and even benefit your physical...
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How You Can Become More Self-Confident
In this episode of Mikes Message, we explore the importance of Self-Confidence, defining it as a deep trust in your abilities, judgment, and capacity to overcome life's challenges. The message shares practical ways to build confidence, including practicing self-compassion, focusing on personal...
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A Good Friends Life Philosophy
In this episode of Mikes Message, Mike shares an inspiring life philosophy passed down from his lifelong best friend, Tom. This simple yet powerful credo covers game-changing principles like choosing a positive attitude, working hard, and learning how to adapt like a river when life gets tough....
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Tips That Can Bring You A Beautiful Life!
In this Mikes Message, we emphasize that wisdom only becomes powerful when it’s applied, encouraging you to take action rather than simply hear good advice. Mike highlights how wisdom can bring clarity, peace, and purpose, offering a series of simple, practical habits — like gratitude, kindness,...
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The Oyster Story
In this episode of Mikes Message, we use a popular poem (author unknown) about an oyster-turning-sand-into-a-pearl metaphor to illustrate how we can reframe life's difficulties rather than resenting them. While none of us can control our circumstances, we can always control our attitude — leading...
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Are You Over 50? You're Going to Love This!
This Mikes Message honors the "elderly" generation as resilient architects who successfully bridged the gap between a purely analog childhood and a high-tech digital adulthood. It reflects on a unique journey spanning from Woodstock and handwritten letters to the rise of artificial intelligence…
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The Power of Human Connection in a Distracted World
In this Mikes Message, we explore the importance of very real human connection. According to the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the quality of social relationships is the primary driver of long-term health and happiness. Despite this, modern life and digital distractions are driving a...
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Fear or Faith... We Can Choose
In this Mikes Message episode, Mike teaches that "The Quality of your Life is shaped by the quality of the Choices you make!" We all deal with decisions driven from both Fear and Faith, but it's important to understand that Fear limits growth by fostering paralysis, negative thinking, and...
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Kevin Costner and Maybe You!
This Mikes Message episode recounts the powerful true story of the strained but transformative friendship between actor Kevin Costner and struggling writer Michael Blake. After Costner’s blunt honesty pushed Blake to stop making excuses, Blake wrote the manuscript for Dances with Wolves while...
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89 and Alone: A Gentle Call to Love Our Seniors
In this episode of Mikes Message, an 89-year-old man shares a heartbreaking, honest letter about loneliness in a retirement home — a plate of ravioli, silent phones, and a simple wish to be remembered. Mike reflects on how many seniors feel alone and offers practical, compassionate ways we can...
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A Real-Life True Story — Teaching Kids a Work Ethics Today
In this episode Mike interviews parents Mitch and Shanley about their commitment to instilling a robust work ethic in their four young children through real-world responsibilities and family business projects. The parents share success stories ranging from their twelve-year-old flipping a truck…
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7 Lessons Learned from Emperor Marcus Aurelius for a Chaotic World
This episode of Mike's Message explores the enduring wisdom of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, highlighting how his ancient book Meditations remains a vital guide for modern life. The summary details seven core principles, including the importance of acting with reason, accepting things beyond…
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A True Story About My Friend Lyle
This episode of Mikes Message tells the inspiring story of Lyle and Gloria, a farming couple who rebuilt their lives after a catastrophic accident. Mike outlines seven life lessons centered on resilience, maintaining a positive attitude, and prioritizing spiritual faith, and the needs of others...
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A New Year -- Are You Ready?
This Mikes Message proposes replacing traditional, often-failed New Year's resolutions with a series of positive affirmations focused on resilience, growth, and forgiveness. Mike encourages you to view 2026 as a blank page, using these self-statements to navigate challenges and pursue dreams...
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The Christmas Gift
In this special Christmas episode of Mikes Message, Mike challenges the commercialization of Christmas by suggesting that we replace material gifts with meaningful gestures such as letters, handmade items, and sharing treasured belongings. Mike emphasizes the holiday's universal message of hope…
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The Gift of a Teacher to a Cold Homeless Boy
In today's Mikes Message, Mike shares the story of a retired teacher's compassionate gesture towards a homeless boy in a school cafeteria that sparks a transformative journey for the young man. Years later, the boy, now a successful adult, returns to express his gratitude and support for his…
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How Thomas Edison's Mother Impacted Him... and Now, You Too!
In today's Mikes Message podcast, Mike shares the powerful story of how Thomas Edison's mother replaced a cruel label with a life-giving message that helped shape her son's future. The message highlights how deeply words can influence emotions, identity, and behavior in people around us....
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Keys to Finding Happiness -- For Us All!
In this episode of Mikes Message, Mike explains that while happiness can feel elusive at times, research shows a significant portion of being happy is within our control through simple, daily practices. In this message, Mike highlights key habits — such as gratitude, optimism, kindness,...
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Are Sentences Important? A Must Listen!
In this Mikes Message, Mike highlights how powerful sentences are in shaping our communication, learning, and personal growth -- emphasizing their role in clarity, structure, and meaningful expression. Mike then presents 21 impactful sentences designed to shift mindsets, inspire reflection, and...
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Robert Frost the Poet -- and YOU!
In today's Mikes Message Podcast, we are focused on the life of the revered American Poet, Robert Frost. Mike reveals how his calm, nature-filled poems were born from profound personal tragedy, perseverance, and a lifelong struggle to keep moving through loss. It reframes Frost not as a gentle...
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From a 0% Chance -- To a Great Ending
This remarkable Mikes Message tells a story about an old farm disc that miraculously found a new buyer through a very unlikely chance encounter, illustrating that persistence and belief can turn a "zero percent" situation into surprising success! The takeaway is that age, odds, or circumstances...
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28 Signs Someone Is "Good For You"
In this meaningful and thoughtful Mikes Message, Mike encourages each of us to reflect on our friendships and relationships and whether they are good and valuable over the long term. Mike uses a list of 28 Signs that indicate someone is genuinely "good for you." After all, quality, positive...
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Desiderata - Important and Captivating!
This moving Mikes Message reflects on the timeless poem Desiderata by Max Ehrmann, which offers gentle wisdom about living peacefully, authentically, and with compassion amid life's noise and challenges. Mike shares his personal connection to the poem and encourages listeners to embrace its...
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Are You a Cow or a Buffalo when Confronting Storms
In this amazing Mikes Message, Mike compares the behavior of Cows vs Buffalo during storms as a metaphor for how people face challenges -- Cows run away and prolong their struggle, while Buffalos charge through and minimize their suffering. This message encourages listeners to face life's...
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The One-Legged Starling
In this tender Mikes Message, Mike shares a reflective story about bonding with a horse and observing two starlings — one with only one leg — which inspired insights about resilience, harmony, and finding meaning in simple moments with nature. It encourages you to slow down, pay attention to…
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Are We Feeling Drained? How to Regain Our Motivation
In this amazing message Mike addresses how easily we can feel drained by life's demands. He goes on to offer practical ways to reignite motivation by reconnecting with our inner purpose or "your why." It emphasizes mindset shifts, simple daily actions, and creating supportive environments as key...
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Do We All Believe in Serendipity? -- Topic: Happiness, Positivity
In this inspiring message, Mike explores the idea of Serendipity — defined as unexpected yet fortunate events — through a friend named Kathy, whose childhood swim team experience eventually led her to meet her husband, and then Mike's own blind-date story that blossomed into the lasting love of…
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Our $700 Tender Mercy
In this episode, Mike shares a very personal story of a lost $700 that was miraculously returned by a county worker named Justin, who chose honesty and kindness over self-gain. His actions serves as a powerful example of integrity and compassion, reminding each of us to recognize "Tender Mercies"...
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The One-Armed Horse Trainer -- Topic: Success, Positivity
In this amazing Mikes Message episode, we share the inspiring story of Boston, a 16-year-old one-armed horse trainer who has overcome challenges with grit, confidence, and determination to pursue his dream of becoming a professional trainer. His powerful message encourages us all to stay focused,...
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Steve Jobs - What He Shared Before His Death -- Topic: Health, Relationships
This Mikes Message reflects on Steve Jobs' final wisdom, reminding us that true happiness and fulfillment come not from wealth or possessions, but from health, relationships, and love. We encourage listeners to apply these lessons — along with insights from palliative care nurses about life's...
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Bridge of Hope for Today & Tomorrow -- Topic: Inner Peach, Positivity
In this amazing Mikes Message we use the metaphor of the Bridge of Hope to illustrate the journey between our past, present, and future — encouraging us to honor our experiences, embrace the present moment, and move forward with optimism and courage. By taking tiny steps each day, we can cross…
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Celebrating the Origins of Labor Day -- Topic: Beliefs, Gratitude
In this Mikes Message episode, Mike explores the historical significance and patriotic value of Labor Day, a federal holiday established in 1894 to honor the American worker. The summary details how the holiday emerged from the Industrial Revolution as a response to harsh working conditions,...
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Wading - How to Endure Our Trials Well -- Topic: Adversity, Challenges, Success
This amazing Mikes Message reminds us that while trials and hardships are a universal part of life, our growth comes from actively "wading" through them rather than merely enduring. By focusing on what we can control, remembering that suffering isn't the purpose, leaning on others, and staying...
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We All Still Have Time... So, Let's... Topic: Inner Peace, Emotions
This message is a powerful, yet heartfelt reminder that life is fleeting, and true meaning comes not from years or milestones but from the moments we choose to fully live, love, and cherish now. It urges us to stop waiting for the "right time" and instead embrace the present—because this moment…
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Advice From An Old Farmer -- Topic: Happiness, Positivity
This Mikes Message shares humorous yet wise life advice from an "Old Farmer." He blends folksy charm with practical insights on living simply, forgiving often, and thinking before acting. Through memorable one-liners and metaphors, the farmer offers timeless lessons about judgment, relationships,...
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A Very Special Personal Experience -- Topic: Positivity, Life Enrichment
Mike and Kathy fondly recall their elderly neighbors, John and Jane, whose warmth, wisdom, and love deeply impacted their lives through shared moments and heartfelt conversations over tea. Before passing, Jane gifted them a small box filled with handwritten life lessons, reflecting values like...
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26 Ways to Avoid Fights in Your Marriage -- Topic: Love, Relationships
Mike acknowledges that conflict is a natural part of all marriages and encourages open, proactive efforts to build stronger relationships. In this episode Mike offers a list of 26 practical tips such as listening without interrupting, using gentle tones, and showing daily gratitude — to help...
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Farmer Secretly Paid Strangers' Pharmacy Bills -- Topic: Generosity
Mike tells the story of an Alabama farmer named "Hody" who quietly donated $100 each month for over a decade to a local pharmacy to help people afford their medications, asking only that it remain anonymous and be seen as a blessing from the Lord. His daughter, Tania, discovered the full extent…
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What We Are and What We Are Not -- Topic: Beliefs, Self Improvement
This Mikes Message encourages personal growth by reminding us that our past pain or experiences do not define us, but by how we choose to respond to them. Mike emphasizes that inaction is a choice — what we are not actively changing, we are choosing to keep — and that self-reflection is a vital...
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30 Great Family Practices & Guides -- Topic: Family, Love, Relationships
Mike reflects on his upbringing in a traditional family, acknowledging both the blessings and the dysfunction that required healing in adulthood. From these experiences, as well as his own life journey, Mike emphasizes that strong families are the cornerstone of personal and societal well-being,...
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The Water Tower - One of Mike's Wild Child Stories -- Topic: Just for Fun
We hope you find this Podcast Episode as fun to listen to as Mike and his teenage friend were clueless! Mike tells the story of when he and his friend Tommy were teenagers and impulsively decided to paint a mysterious word, "Bileau," in giant pink letters on a high water tower late one night. The...
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The Man With a Screwdriver -- Topic: Make A Difference, Gratitude
This message tells the inspiring story of George, a retired man who began fixing broken items for free in honor of his late wife, creating a ripple effect of kindness and community support in his town. What began in his garage grew into a community hub called "Ruth's Hub," sparking similar…
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4th of July - What We Should Be Celebrating -- Topic: Gratitude, Beliefs
In this message, we encourage ALL Americans to reflect more deeply on the history and true meaning of the 4th of July, beyond just the typical celebrations. In this message, we highlight key historical facts about Independence Day, honor the sacrifices made for freedom, and emphasize the values…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Mikes Message is Simple, Heartfelt and Purpose-Driven, delivered in just 6 to 10 minutes per episode. In short... we offer Messages That Stir the Soul!
Visit Our Website at: MikesMessage.com
HOSTED BY
Mike Duvall
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Mikes Message is Simple, Heartfelt and Purpose-Driven, delivered in just 6 to 10 minutes per episode. In short... we offer Messages That Stir the Soul! Visit Our Website at: MikesMessage.com
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