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Seasoned Green Oak: Lessons to build a life on WITH KEVIN HONEYCUTT
Seasoned Green Oak is a collection of stories from my challenged childhood. In these episodes I share what I learned and what I think people can take from these stories to build a life on.
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Everyone knows that finding the right life partner is one of the most important decisions anyone will make. Someone who[...]
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Political Correctness: the avoidance, often considered as taken to extremes, of forms of expression or action that are perceived to[...]
The post What Did You Say? (Seasoned Green Oak #65) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
The “loner” achetype is popular in books, movies, and televison. From Boo Radley (To Kill a Mockingbird) to Luke Jackson[...]
The post Who Has Your Back? (Seasoned Green Oak #64) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Is advanced preparation critical to success? How should you respond when circumstances force you to make last minute changes? To[...]
The post Be Prepared (Seasoned Green Oak #63) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Most children who are bullied carry the damage for the rest of their lives. Part of the reason is that[...]
The post Beating the Bully (Seasoned Green Oak #62) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Have you ever been tempted to compromise your principles for something you wanted desperately? Kevin faced that crisis of conscience[...]
The post A Deal with the Devil (Seasoned Green Oak #61) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
We’ve all had unpleasant experiences that weren’t very funny when they happened, but we develop perspective and appreciate the humor[...]
The post We’ll All Laugh about This Some Day (Seasoned Green Oak #60) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
You’ve probably heard the phrase “mad as a hornet” used to describe someone who is extremely angry, but most of[...]
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Most of us have at least one special person in our life, a person we can count on for strength[...]
The post The Night My Mom Almost Went Crazy (Seasoned Green Oak #58) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
. Our journey through life can be a difficult, sometimes dangerous trip. Often the difference between success and failure comes[...]
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Many wealthy people are well known for their philanthropy and altruism, but did you ever consider the fact that as[...]
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We all have talents and abilities that we should use to help us build our lives. Unfortunately, these gifts can[...]
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Can a case of mistaken identity ever be a good thing? Would you ever sacrifice the needs of your family[...]
The post Wrong Room, Right Person (Seasoned Green Oak #54) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Everyone wants to feel special in some way, but for children in poverty, it can be difficult to find a[...]
The post That Kid Can Draw (Seasoned Green Oak #53) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Have you ever wondered why some people are able to escape generational poverty while others can’t seem to find a[...]
The post Rags To Riches (Season Green Oak #52) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Teachers know that they make a difference for their students every day in ways large and small, but it’s[...]
The post An Ode to Sandra Martin (Seasoned Green Oak #51) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
If a friend invited you to attend a sporting event, would you expect to pay for the ticket or would[...]
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Every employer would love to have workers who are good at following instructions, but being aware of what’s going on[...]
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If you think of life as a race, it is definitely a marathon, not a sprint, and we have to[...]
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Most of us would rush to help a friend without a second thought. However, a second thought might help determine[...]
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Life’s not fair! How many times did we hear this from adults who blithely responded to our complaints when we[...]
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To a large degree, the key to success in life is recognizing opportunities as they arise and having the courage[...]
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Starting your own business can be a daunting task, but Kevin learned the secret to success as a 7th grader. [...]
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The saying “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” was coined long before recycling became popular. Kevin Honeycutt discovered at[...]
The post One Man’s Trash (Seasoned Green Oak #43) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
At a sporting event or musical performance, front row seats are a popular item, usually costing the attendee more money. [...]
The post Front Row Seat (Seasoned Green Oak #42) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Many young adults struggle with the transition from high school to college. Freedom to make their own decisions coupled with[...]
The post Learning How to Learn (Seasoned Green Oak #41) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
It’s an unfortunate fact that many people have to hit rock bottom before they are ready for help, but it’s[...]
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We all have special talents whether we realize it or not. If you are an artist like Kevin, your gift[...]
The post Sharing Your Gifts (Seasoned Green Oak #39) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Some people make the same bad choices over and over again. Even if they seem to be gaining some ground,[...]
The post Willard and the Recon Mission (Seasoned Green Oak #38) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Most children grow up with heroes they admire and emulate, and those relationships can be valuable teaching tools, but the[...]
The post Hero/Anti-Hero (Seasoned Green Oak #37) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
The ability to preview our actions and predict the results of a specific choice are important life skills. Some questions[...]
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Every life experience is evaluated and judged through our own personal filters. That’s part of the reason that two eye[...]
The post Ode To My Siblings (Seasoned Green Oak #35) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Experts will tell you that keeping wild animals as pets is a risky endeavor as Kevin Honeycutt learned during an[...]
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Kevin Honeycutt travels the world inspiring educators and business people as he brings his personal life experiences, sense of humor, and[...]
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Some people still forward e-mails and share posts on social media without verifying the accuracy of the information they contain. [...]
The post From DUI To Foster Home (Seasoned Green Oak #33) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Arbitrary rules applied to everyone without any consideration of individual needs are ludicrous at best. When educators enforce those arbitrary[...]
The post Pooped My Pants – The Problem With Arbitrary Rules (Seasoned Green Oak #32) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
We all experience interactions with others that cause us aggravation and annoyance. It’s just a part of life, but it’s[...]
The post Of Road Rage And Baseball Bats (Seasoned Green Oak #31) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Few of us escape childhood without some limiting beliefs programmed into our psyche, but as Evelyn Waugh wrote, “When we[...]
The post He Broke My Necklace – Forgetting To Be Afraid (Seasoned Green Oak #30) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Sometimes the best way to avoid trouble is to recognize a potentially dangerous situation and get out before the trouble[...]
The post Messin’ With Crazy (Seasoned Green Oak #29) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Florida’s warm climate and beautiful beaches make it seem like paradise to many people in other parts of the country. [...]
The post Subtropic Tan – The Florida Story (Seasoned Green Oak #28) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
The phrase “survive and advance” was coined by legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach Jim Valvano, and it has[...]
The post Cathy and the Facts Of Honeycutt Life (Seasoned Green Oak #27) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Most of us think we know our strengths and weaknesses even if we’ve never taken a formal aptitude test. We[...]
The post Your Biggest Weakness Is Your Biggest Strength (Seasoned Green Oak #26) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
One of our most critical jobs as educators is to create a safe environment for students, a space where they[...]
The post Kicked Out Of The Motel Room (Seasoned Green Oak #25) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Survival is a powerful motivator for everyone. Unfortunately, children living in poverty sometimes learn inappropriate behaviors in their struggle to[...]
The post The Meat Deal (Seasoned Green Oak #24) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
For many adults, memories of their early years are less than idyllic. Kevin Honeycutt describes his childhood as a roller[...]
The post Peeing The Bed And The Legacy Of Shame (Seasoned Green Oak #23) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Fear is an unpleasant, but important emotion that protects people from dangerous situations. However, if the fear is irrational or[...]
The post The Fouke Monster And Lucid Dreams (Seasoned Green Oak #22) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
For people with elderly parents, assuming the role of caregiver and making decisions they never had to make before is[...]
The post The Night My Father Died (Seasoned Green Oak #21) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Imagine for a moment that you are back in high school. How do you feel about that? The answer depends,[...]
The post Paul And The Big Fight (Seasoned Green Oak #20) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Achieving your dreams takes hard work and dedication. Without a burning passion to succeed, it is easy to lose the[...]
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Good parents put limits on their children’s behavior because self-control has to be learned. Some of the things they place[...]
The post Ronnie And Dad And Getting All You Want (Seasoned Green Oak #18) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Every encounter, every experience in life is a learning opportunity. Even a bad teacher can impart a valuable lesson, which[...]
The post Dad and The Blunderbuss (Seasoned Green Oak #17) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
If money were no object, what kind of car would you drive? For Kevin, the dream car was a ’69[...]
The post The Camaro and Driving Full Circle (Seasoned Green Oak #16) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Do you trust your instincts and play your hunches or do you need hard facts and empirical data before you[...]
The post The Lottery (Seasoned Green Oak #15) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Whenever I see a car with a really bad paint job, I always wonder how and why it happened. Does[...]
The post All Night Paint Job (Seasoned Green Oak #14) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
For most children, a visit to Grandma and Grandpa’s house involves some level of pampering, if not outright spoiling. Unfortunately[...]
The post Staying With Grandma and Grandpa (Seasoned Green Oak #13) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
“Let me buy your lunch.” Whether we are on the giving or receiving end of the request, buying lunch for[...]
The post Free Lunch (Seasoned Green Oak #12) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
It’s usually pretty easy to tell if an animal has been abused. Whether it’s nervous pacing, averted eyes, or defeated[...]
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There is no denying that strong families make a child’s life better. Unfortunately, nationwide, more than 463,000 children live in[...]
The post Foster Home (Seasoned Green Oak #10) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
Rest areas dot the landscape along our numerous highways to provide a variety of necessary services to travelers. In this[...]
The post Rest Area (Seasoned Green Oak #9) appeared first on Remarkable Chatter.
How many of you remember robbing your piggy bank to purchase that special item you just couldn’t live without? If[...]
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