How to Human Today: Recent Episodes

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How to human aims to help you navigate life with other human beings. We'll give you ideas to navigate tough topics and everyday human connection. We know that community with other human beings, in all its forms, is one of the greatest joys of life and we aim to showcase ideas, stories, and ramblings of how we live that out together. Thanks for joining us!

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Today we explore progress and the trap of undervaluing forward momentum.  Thanks for listening!  If you have a struggle in business, or your role, or in basic human-ing, drop me a line at howtohumantodaypodcast@gmail.com.  I'd love to explore that topic on a future show.


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I missed all you humans and I want to remind of the power of human connection and networking.  Join me as we journey back to the before times in a safe way and drive forward to life-giving human connection.  Thanks for listening!


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“Feedback is a gift” -author unknown. Today we discuss the power of feedback and how to get feedback from your circle. Let’s do this humans. For some radical feedback framework, check out radical candor by Kim Scott.


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We explore bragging, and why discussing your breakthroughs don't always equal bragging.  Hope you enjoy!


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Pandemic times are rough, and I am feeling it today. I join my kids for a pandemic catch up and some tips to help you navigate the day. Thanks for listening!


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We explore a bit of gold that my wife gave to me a couple weeks ago.  I hope it speaks to you the same way it did to me. Would you take a moment and send me a quick email to howtohumantoday@gmail.com with what you enjoy about the podcast, something you'd like to hear, or feedback for me, I would really appreciate it.  Thanks for listening!


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Vulnerability is hard but its valuable in growing as a human. When should you ask for help, what should you consider. Come explore asking for help.


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In tough, sad or otherwise complicated situations I don’t know what to say sometimes. I had 2 stories that I wanted to share with you.


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I’ve been learning a lot recently on topics I didn’t expect and want to share that experience as we navigate difficult topics with other humans


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2021 will require a lot of engagement as we navigate the end of the pandemic, a new presidential administration, and all that will come our way. Let’s engage don’t retract, and navigate it together. Thanks for listening!


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I was introduced to the bro check-in and shared what I learned with you.  As always a challenge at the end to spur us along to human better today. Thanks for listening!


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Gratefulness has been an incredible force in my life, and I'd like to challenge you to make it a part of everyday. I'm grateful for you.  Thanks for listening!


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We go deep in this episode with a new friend of mine in his 3rd year of his PhD program at Indiana University.  If you're an entrepreneur or have entrepreneurial tendencies (JZ raises hand...) you will love some of the stories and research we cover.  If you are in a mode of self discovery I think you will also enjoy the research and practical ways we can engage that research.  You can contact Devin at devinsburnell@gmail.com Thanks for listening!


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I had an experience with my son that showed me the power of a small purchase. It also challenged a deep seated “rule” I didn’t even know I had. Thanks for listening!


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I'm hopeful, and excited that me, you, us are charting the course for the future each and every day.  No matter what happens in an election, or a future election, we press on.  We create the future, we press on, it's up to us.  Thanks for listening!


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I got the election jitters and as I sat with those emotions I was reminded of some great advice I was give.  Hope you enjoy!


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I missed a few followups, and today I consider the implications of those.  NO guilt trips allowed, just honest consideration on how we can human better in this area.  Thanks for listening!


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I explore kindness with Brian Corey as he recounts his lifetime of stories and how they have changed peoples actions, perspectives, and lives.  Special thanks to Brian for a ton of value and candor today.  If you are a small business trying to solve tough challenges, or an individual that would like to receive the daily quotes you can email Brian at jbriancorey@gmail.com.  Enjoy!


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My son thinks through getting along with others, especially siblings.  Thanks for listening


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Understanding the other side is one of the most important exercises we can undertake in relationship with other humans.  Today I give you some thoughts on why thats important and an easy step to take in these conversations.


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Listening is undervalued in today's society, where comebacks, sharp rebuttals, and quips are queen.  Listening to someone is the great validator but is hard to do.  In this episode I consider listening as a practice and consider how we can bring this into our conversations.


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Random human connection can be a great source of random joy and interesting conversations.  Here's what I learned from my most recent random human connection.


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Politics is the top discussion in most circles now, and probably for most of modern humanity.  Lets consider if it is always "political" or if there is something deeper.  Thanks for listening!


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I felt like a superhero after a recent hangout with an old friend of mine, and I explore what made me feel that way.  Thanks for listening!


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My best friend and I explore the joys and challenges of human connection.  Musing a bit about what it looks like and when we dig in versus step away.  Hope you enjoy.  Let me know if there are any topics you'd like to explore at howtohumantodaypodcast@gmail.com.


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We have lots of beliefs, ideas, and things that are interesting to us and sometimes those feel like they should not be in the same outlet.  Should we channel those into different areas based on the content of the message? Is it advisable to have a twitter account for personal and a twitter account for work?


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I recap my experience of sending gratitude to folks, without asking for anything in return.  Also mentioned https://www.ilovetalentacquisition.com/ Global TA Day which spurred on this thought.  


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My son joins me today to talk about kindness and the art of the "playdate" and points us to what we can learn to human a little bit better today.  I hope you enjoy this snippet from my son.  Thanks!


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