Episodes
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E51 - Parenting: Phases & Styles
Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. Artifcle referenced: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/the-four-phases-of-parenthood/
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E50 - It's Becoming A-parent
Both of us have recently become new parents and in this episode we talk about how the first years have gone. Parenting isn't easy, but it's completely worth it. Thanks for tuning in.
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E49 - Ratings, Cartoons, & Screentime
Welcome back to the GMP! In this episode we popcorn around and share our thoughts on enjoyment, cartoons, and screens. Thanks for listening!
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E48 - Finding The Balance Between Selfish & Selfless
We discuss the correlation between being selfish and selfless and how different degrees of both attributes play out in various scenarios. The goal is to have positive impact in the circles in which you find yourself, but there is fluidity in what has the best "net positive. Check out the...
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E47 - A Brief Analysis On Watching Pro-Sports
Thanks for tuning into the podcast! In this episode we go over some interesting facts about watching professional sports and discuss why we like watching in the first place. Is it the drama? The skilled players? or maybe the lack of ad breaks...
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E46 - The World Cup In Qatar - Group B (Alex Ballard)
This is our first episode analyzing a sporting event and we break down the US Mens National Team and their group stage matches. We also make predictions and talk about who we think will win it all! Thanks for listening!
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E45 - Cliches 103
Back for another round of analyzing popular sayings and phrases! Keep It 100 Quote: "The deeper reason we feel unfulfilled is when there is a gap between what is most important to us and what we are actually doing with our time." - Matt Perman Thanks for watching!
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E44 - Responding To Consumerism (Bryan Wong)
In a world that has grown more and more consumeristic throughout the centuries, what consequences has it inflicted on society and even the individual? Consuming grows an economy but at the expense of what? In the video we discuss some of these effects Keep it 100 Quote: “Things which matter most...
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E43 - America's Favorite Drug
Caffeine... The stimulant almost every American partakes in everyday to get through their day. What's your relationship to this popular drug? Keep It 100 Quote: "t's not the substance that makes the addict but the need to escape harsh reality." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAPG18zNtXk
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E42 - Developing Your Creativity
In this episode, we discuss the process of creativity and what it means, with a great friend of ours! Keep It 100 Quote: “We have to continually be jumping off cliffs and developing our wings on the way down.” - Kurt Vonnegut
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E41 - It's Solitude not Loneliness
Being alone is different than being lonely. There are benefits to being alone but its requires setting the stage properly. We discuss those ideas in this episode. Solitude vivifies; isolation kills. - Joseph Roux Loneliness is the poverty of self; solitude is the richness of self. - Mary Sarton...
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E40 - Logic vs Emotion
In this episode we discuss the relationship between logic and emotion in decision making. Are they constantly at each other's throats or will you catch them holding hands walking down the street... Keep It 100 Quote: "We are persuaded by logic, but moved by emotion." Twitter: @gratefulmisfitpod...
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E39 - The Romanticism of Love
This episode touches on the evolution of love and how its changed throughout the ages for the better or worse. Keep It 100 Quote: "The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved... in spite of ourselves." - Victor Hugo Twitter: @gratefulmisfitpod Instagram:...
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E38 - Certainty, Doubt, and Legacy (John Wilson)
In this episode we interview John Wilson, a college friend in the midst of becoming a lawyer. Keep It 100 Quote: "The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubt." -Bertrand Russell Twitter: @gratefulmisfitpod...
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E37 - Hierarchy of Needs
How in tuned with your needs are you? Do you agree with Dr. Maslow's hierarchy? Do you think you've reach a state of self actualization to better understand and reach your potential? Think better, live better! Keep it 100 Quote: "If you deliberately plan on being less then you are capable of…
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E36 - Who Made It?
We live lives very dependent on technology, but where and when did these inventions enter society? Keep it 100 Quote: "How we live our days is how we live our lives." - Andy Dillard What would happen if one of your favorite gadgets disappeared from your life?
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E35 - Random Question Generator
In this episode we use a random question generator to help you get to know us a little better. Keep It 100 Question: What are you doing to make the world a better place? Twitter: @gratefulmisfitpod Instagram: @gratefulmisfitpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gratefulmisfitpodcast
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E34 - Cliches 102
We're back at it again with the cliches! Analyzing phrases we all may or may not use and the validity of their meanings. Use your words wisely and mean what you say. Thanks for tuning in! Keep It 100 Quotes: "Words are free, its how you use them that will cost you." - Anonymous "Words are the...
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E33 - Self Help or Helping Yourself?
In this episode we discuss the popular industry, "Self-help", and a good way to view it. Use it to enhance you're progress not replace it. If the "help" is not in tune with where you're going then it probably won't help you. What's one task you're tackling or could tackle that's on the edge of…
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E32 - Taking Care of Job Satisfaction
This episode we discuss ways to enjoy your work more. Let us know if anything we mention has worked for you or you decide to implement and ends up adding value to your work. Our goal is to create a life where excellence and gratitude are the mindset and motive for your life. Keep it 100 quote of...
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E31 - Having Fun is the Best Responsibility
Does responsibility suck all the fun out of life? It can sure seem to. Is having fun at odds with responsibility? In this episode we dive into those questions. Keep it 100 Quote: “Find joy in everything you choose to do, every job or relationship is your responsibility to love it or change it.” -...
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E30 - Is The First The Worst?
Marriage is hard, but out of all the years being married a lot of couples say the first year is the hardest. In this episode we dive into some reasons why. Thanks for tuning in. “It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.” @gratefulmisfitpod
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E29 - When You Wish Upon A...
In this episode we examine some of the many Disney movies and the themes they portray, whether helpful or accurate. Thanks for watching! Find us on Twitter @gratefulmisfitpod
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E28 - Free Road Entertainment
How do you keep yourself entertained while stuck bumper to bumper? Find us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/gratefulmisfitpodcast/
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E27 - Contentment Crisis
3 myths that show that contentment might not be what we thought it was. FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/gratefulmisfitpodcast/ ARTICLE: https://rookiepreacher.com/3-myths-about-contentment/
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E26 - Amusing Ourselves To Death
What do you use entertainment for? Is it killing your soul? Keep it 100 Quote: "An inward problem cannot be solved by an outward solution."
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E25 - Are You An Adult? (Beau Butaud)
Apologies for the audio interference on this episode. I recorded it on my phone. What have you been taught about adulthood? Are you an adult? Does growing up mean you can't be a "kid" anymore? Why do we avoid the responsibility? You want to become an adult to have a bigger/better impact on…
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E24 - How Do You Compare?
In this episode we discuss how comparing your life in two different ways can either help your or demoralize you. Keep It 100 Quote: "Comparison is the thief of joy." - Teddy Roosevelt
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E23 - Finding Community (Josh Fitch)
Over 50% of people today feel like nobody truly "knows" them... Today we talk about our experiences with community and why they are an instrumental part of fighting loneliness and can help lead to growth and progress in our lives. Keep it 100: "Solitude vivifies, loneliness kills." Keep it 200:...
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E22 - Is Passion Your Coworker?
In this episode we discuss the evolution of work and jobs and one key factor you should have in whatever you pursue. Keep it 100 quote: “Passion is too important to be without, but to fickle to be guided by. Which is why I’m inclined to say, don’t follow you passion but always bring it to you.” -...
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E21 - Streamed Away
@gratefulmisfitpod Today we talk about the how the way we are streaming entertainment is changing the way we live our lives! "When we are sleep deprived nothing good happens." - Raj Dasgupta Keep it 100!
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E20 - Did You Make Progress?
Apologies for the loud background music, it will be turned down on the next episode. Hope you could still hear us. Keep it 100 Quote: "Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning." - Ben Franklin @gratefulmisfitpod Happy New Year!!!
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E19 - Christmas?
Where does the idea of Christmas come from? Good question. This episode we discuss the myths and history of the holiday and tradition that happen this time of year. Keep it 100 Quote: "The idea of Christmas whether old-fashion or modern, is very simple: loving others. Come to think of it, why do…
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E18 - Conflict
in this episode we break down the 5 types of conflict resolution and what to do about understanding your own tendencies in conflict. Keep it 100 quote: "Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional" - Max Lucade Article used: http://sourcesofinsight.com/conflict-management-styles-at-a-glance/
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E17 - Honest Ad Slogans
Tweet us @gratefulmisfitpod Keepit100 Quote: "Unhappiness is not knowing what we want and killing ourselves to get it... Happiness is knowing what we want and living everyday to achieve it!"
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E16 - Transitioning from College (Travis Woodham)
In this episode we break down how to effectively transition from college to full time work and a great mindset to have approaching that season of life. Keep it 100 quote: "The days you are most uncomfortable are the days you learn the most about yourself" Thanks for tuning in. Hit us up...
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E15 - Seek Discomfort
Keep it 100 Quote: "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." Go give us a rating if you enjoyed the show! Thanks for tuning in!
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E14 - Where's My Money
1) Money is a terrible ruler 2) Money is a servant/tool 3) Money magnifies character Keep it 100 Quote: "You must gain control of your money, or the lack of it will forever control you." - Dave Ramsey
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E13 - Take Control of Your Life!
It is very important to be able to say "NO" the right way. Once you learn this ability you will have more control of your life (as we'll explain). Keep it 100 quote: "Real freedom is finding the right restrictions (boundaries)." - Tim Keller Article on Boundaries:...
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E12 - Belief and Excellence (Marvell Lareche)
Hit us up on Twitter @gratefulmisfits. Special thanks to Marvell for joining us for this interview! Keep it 100 quote: "You are nothing unless it comes from the heart. Passion, caring, really looking to create excellence. If you perform functions only to go to work only to do processes, then you...
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E11 - Friends?
Hit us up on Twitter @gratefulmisfits Characteristics of a real friend: 1. Constancy 2. Transparency 3. Candor 4. Sympathy (common passion) Keep it 100 quote: "You're the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with." If you like the episode share it with a friend, only your top 5, or…
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E10 - How To Be A Grateful Misfit
Giveaway Details: Follow: @gratefulmisfits Share this episode on twitter "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get outside the box by challenging ourselves and the status quo." Keep it 100 quote: "A proud man is seldom a grateful man."
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E9 - Cliches 101
Ever heard a cliche and wondered... Why? In this episode we bring up some you've never heard of and talk about some you might have used in the last conversation you had today. We'll bring into the light why cliches are a thing. Keep it 100 quote: "He who forgets the ULTIMATE is a slave to the...
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E8 - Where's My Freedom
Today we dive into the depths of what true freedom consists of. Be ready for an epic ping pong match of ideas. Enjoy! Keep it 100 quote: "The notion of freedom proclaimed by the modern world is anti-discipline. But true freedom cannot be separated from discipline." - Matthew Kelly "Grateful for…
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E7 - Nature vs. Nurture
Today we visit the nature vs nurture discussion to understand which is more involved in a person's development. Keep it 100 quote: "Until it hurts bad enough you won't change " "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get outside the box by challenging...
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E6 - What's Your Tagline
Over analyzing taglines and slogans of the companies you visit and drive by everyday. Keep it 100 quote: "It is the quality of ones conviction that determines his success not the number of followers" "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get outside...
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E5 - Bad Habits to Break
Today we're breaking down a few common bad habits that seep their way into our lives. Keep it 100 quote: "The life we end up with is simply an accumulation of all the choices we make." (thecompoundeffect.com) "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get...
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E4 - 21st Century Slang
This episode we talk about the phrases, sayings, and words that are circulating around the world today! Quote of the week: "If you treat your dreams and goals casually you'll end up as a casualty." "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get outside…
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E3 - Job or Nah
This episode we break down a new and innovative game to see if you can see yourself doing these jobs for a living. Try playing it for yourself sometime! The rules are simple and you can add your own. "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get outside...
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E2 - Conversation Skills with Twins
Today we talk about phrases and questions people always ask twins and whether they're good or bad. "Grateful for the life we've been given and don't want to waste it, Misfits cause we get outside the box by challenging ourselves and the status quo."