Episodes

Sept. 2, 2020

The Two Main Motivators For Not Doing The Wrong Thing (STYBY 223)

In reality, there are just two reason for a person to not to the wrong think if they get the opportunity. One is a personal crisis of morals and the other is just the act of self-preservation where they think they’ll get cau…
Aug. 26, 2020

Why You And Why Now? (STYBY 222)

What is so different about you now that would make you refuse to do something you would have done without question in the past?
Aug. 19, 2020

You Are Not Obligated To Anyone Else’s Pursuit Of Happiness (STYBY 221)

As long as the life you live does not interfere with others, it’s up to them to figure out how to get what they want.
Aug. 12, 2020

Monitor Your Energy Levels (STYBY 220)

You are no good to anyone if you cannot muster the energy to act in a real moment of need.
Aug. 5, 2020

The 100 Friends Conundrum (STYBY 219)

In an age where we can honestly know and connect with thousands of people, we can only have direct relations with about 100 at any given time. Are you engaging with the proper amount of positive people in that hundred at thi…
July 29, 2020

We Can't Choose Our Triggers (STYBY 218)

We do not get a chance to 'choose' what sets off triggers in us. So it is important to remember that other people can't choose what you do that may or may not set off triggers in them.
July 21, 2020

What Gets You Into Trouble Is Not The Things You Notice, But The Things You Don't (STYBY 217)

Anything you can see as an obstacle from afar can be planned for and dealt with. Anything you don’t see until you have come upon it tends to be harder to manage in real-time.
July 14, 2020

Fives Questions To Ask That Will Bring You Out Of A Panic (STYBY 216)

If you find yourself in a situation where you can feel panic coming over you, ask yourself these question to get yourself back to a state of peace: - Will anyone die? - Will I get fired or lose a relationship? - Will I have…
July 7, 2020

Never Assume The Everyone Knows The Obvious (STYBY 215)

How many times have you made an assumption that you have enough of something based on a quick look to find out you were woefully short? How often do you get a confirmation that another person has enough of something to find …
July 1, 2020

Lowered Expectations Can Often Yield Higher Results (STYBY 214)

When you are working hard at overdoing things, you are setting yourself up for getting fewer things done. If you just focus on a few things, you should be able to do those things well or at least get better results from havi…
June 24, 2020

The Best Way To Teach A Lesson Is To Be The Lesson (STYBY 213)

Being a living example to the life you want to teach others that is possible is the greatest lesson you could ever teach.
June 16, 2020

Test Your Message Outside Your Target Audience (STYBY 212)

Sometimes, the best way to figure out why your message is not resonating with your target audience is to try to deliver it to a hostile audience.
June 9, 2020

You Can Put Down A 'Bad Book' (STYBY 211)

Sunk costs are a dilemma in all aspects of life that should be dealt with, not avoided.
June 3, 2020

Your Heroes Are Human (And Some Are Real Jerks) (STYBY 210)

The reason you should never meet your heroes is that you are more likely to be disappointed with the encounter than enthused. Your heroes may seem superhuman, but they are just as human as you are, and just as likely to be f…
May 27, 2020

Get Yourseld Prepared For A Let Down (STYBY 209)

After a celebratory episode, there is the inevitable let down that is going to come. Actually, you are always a split second away from a letdown occurring just because that how life works. But you can usually prepare yoursel…
May 20, 2020

Happy Birthday To Us! We Are Going To Celebrate (STYBY 208)

Episode #208 marks the four years of producing and publishing this podcast, and we will rightfully celebrate this milestone. But as discussed in Episode #200 on celebrating milestones, you can take the time to celebrate when…
May 12, 2020

The Four Parts To Delegation (STYBY 207)

There are three parts to being successful in delegation work and responsibility. I added a fourth because you really must do this to get your mind right before you really get into delegation.
May 5, 2020

The Problem You Think You Have Versus Your Real Problem (STYBY 206)

A headache is a symptom. Pain in your foot is a symptom. A concussion is a condition that can cause a headache but is treatable. A broken toe is a condition that can cause pain in your foot but is treatable.
April 28, 2020

When All You Can Do Is Admit You Have A Problem (STYBY 205)

Sometimes, the first step to a resolution is the only step possible, with no real path to resolution. And you just have to live with it.
April 21, 2020

Effort Should Produce Something (STYBY 204)

The work you put into a thing should always offer a result. Even if it is an unexpected or undesired one.
April 15, 2020

Evaluate If That Certification Is Necessary (STYBY 203)

If the law doesn't regulate it or your potential clients aren't demanding it, you decide...
April 8, 2020

You Are Not Better Than Them (STYBY 202)

Superiority can be a disease to those who feel 'called' into service. Having a calling doesn’t make you any better than anyone else. Being on a mission doesn’t give you the right to boss others around.
April 1, 2020

Take The Time To Show Appreciation (STYBY 201)

It's cliché to say there is never enough time, but you really should take the time to tell others what you appreciate about them, assuming you do.
March 26, 2020

How To Live More Economically (TMLL 089)

In troubled times, knowing how to reduce living expenses is key to making your way through the issue and manage your stress levels along the way. Even you’re not facing a crisis, but just want to build up a nest egg for your…