QUESTION: If people came with a warning label, what would yours say? Today, Rob dives into this "Deeper Talk" question. The Deeper Talk deck is an expansion of the original Icebreaker deck. Each of the 150 prompts will help you: Get to know people on a deeper level Have more interesting and meaningful conversations Elevate your communication skills Features 6 categories: Courage Beliefs Life Lessons Self-Awareness Dreams Exposed Want to learn more about the Deeper Talk Deck? Best Self Deeper Tal...
Dec 05, 2020•18 min•Ep. 57
Join Rob today as he discusses volunteer work and working within the community. You will hear about his history with different organizations in the past and some detail about what he's doing today - *especially* in the current context of the country and the world. Colorado Mountain Club Old-Time Music / Contra Dances Big Brothers and Big Sisters ( Operation Bigs ) Church Independent Order of Odd Fellows What is the Independent Order of Odd Fellows? The Independent Order of Odd Fellows is one of ...
Dec 04, 2020•19 min•Ep. 56
How do *you* deal with back pain? If you're one of the lucky ones, you've never had to do so. However, if you're like Rob - you've experienced some back pain in life. Join him today as he discusses what he does to manage his own back pain. What does back pain have to do with All Around Growth? How does this factor into the how and why of our dream life? Well, the life of my dreams is a combination of optimizing: Physical Health Emotional Well Being Spiritual Wellness Financial Independence Purpo...
Dec 03, 2020•22 min•Ep. 55
Do you have a favorite song? If there's not a song that best defines your life...then certainly there's a favorite band that you have. Today, Rob dives into this "Deeper Talk" question. The Deeper Talk deck is an expansion of the original Icebreaker deck. Each of the 150 prompts will help you: Get to know people on a deeper level Have more interesting and meaningful conversations Elevate your communication skills Features 6 categories: Courage Beliefs Life Lessons Self-Awareness Dreams Exposed A...
Dec 02, 2020•19 min•Ep. 54
Today, we're going to talk about anger. Yep...*that* kind of anger. Fists of Anger. During the morning commute - I will share some experiences and stories about stress and anger... ...and I will also share an awesome experience that is a direct result of *this* community. All Around Growth is having a positive and beneficial impact on my life... ...and today, you will learn how it can have the same impact on your life. Shout out to Steph McCoy and Andrew Hughes - they are VIP / #1 fans! Check ou...
Dec 01, 2020•30 min•Ep. 53
Do you practice Intermittent Fasting? If not, you probably know someone that does... Today, during the morning commute - Rob dives into the topic of intermittent fasting. THE COMPLETE INTERMITTENT FASTING GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS https://www.bulletproof.com/diet/intermittent-fasting/intermittent-fasting-guide/ TABLE OF CONTENTS What is intermittent fasting? Benefits of intermittent fasting The science of intermittent fasting How to start intermittent fasting Intermittent fasting rules Rob's History o...
Nov 30, 2020•20 min•Ep. 52
Have you ever thought that you might be living in a simulation? A recent article from Popular Mechanics indicates there's a 50% chance that we *are* living in a simulation. Today, we're going to dig into that idea and what it means. Join Rob as he discusses the article titled "Are We Living in a Simulation" https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a34362527/are-we-living-in-a-simulation/ Simulation Theory is not new to me - I've heard it discussed several times on the Joe Rogan Experience, check...
Nov 27, 2020•13 min•Ep. 51
Today, we pause and give thanks while reflecting on where we've been, where we're at and where we're going with the podcast. Join us as we celebrate Thanksgiving with the 50th episode of the All Around Growth podcast. On today’s episode we are going to be taking a look at three things: Where we’ve been Where we are Where we’re going This will be similar to the weekly review that I perform every week, but specific to the podcast. Where We’ve Been The All Around Growth Podcast is ~2 months old, wi...
Nov 26, 2020•25 min•Ep. 50
"Our attitude toward life determines life's attitude toward us." Join Rob as he unpacks The Strangest Secret in the World, by Earl Nightingale. "The Strangest Secret in the World" was discovered on an episode of the Richer Soul podcast where Rocky Lalvani interviewed Dan Miller. https://richersoul.com/ep-204-48-days-to-the-work-and-life-you-love-with-dan-miller/ Great interview, highly recommended One key takeaway from the interview was "The Strangest Secret of the World" See the video / audio o...
Nov 25, 2020•20 min•Ep. 49
"What you're thinking is what you're becoming." - Muhammad Ali Join Rob today as he gets into a discussion on the power of positive thinking, creating positive change in your life, and manifesting your own destiny. "Manifest destiny" pulled up some interesting results in the search engine: https://www.history.com/topics/westward-expansion/manifest-destiny This isn't what I had in mind at all: Power of Positive Thinking Creating Positive Change in Life Manifesting your own Destiny "What you're th...
Nov 24, 2020•19 min•Ep. 48
Thanksgiving week. 27 days until the end of the Autumn Season. In the nursery industry - this is the week we've been working for. Today we're going to talk about Thanksgiving Week Preparations in the Nursery Industry Hut Packing Field Inventory Consolidating Beds Preparations on the Homestead Check Woodstove / Clean Firewood High Tunnel / Greenhouse Winterizing Preparations with the Community Setting out Luminaries Candlelight Walk / Holiday Market Change in Show Format This Week Commute Episode...
Nov 23, 2020•18 min•Ep. 47
When was the last time you took a leap of faith and found out you could fly? Join Rob today as he pulls a card from the "Courage" category of the Best Self Deeper Talk Deck of cards from the Best Self Co. The Deeper Talk deck is an expansion of the original Icebreaker deck. Each of the 150 prompts will help you: Get to know people on a deeper level Have more interesting and meaningful conversations Elevate your communication skills Features 6 categories: Courage Beliefs Life Lessons Self-Awarene...
Nov 20, 2020•19 min•Ep. 46
Do you ever feel as though you're *never* rested? Maybe you don't get the quality of sleep you're looking for? On today's episode, Rob discusses the importance of sleep and how to optimize your sleep schedule. For those who feel compelled to support the podcast, you can do so via Patreon . Why sleep is essential for health https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325353 Why is sleep important? https://www.sleepassociation.org/blog-post/why-is-sleep-important/ Mattress As big of a deal as everyo...
Nov 19, 2020•18 min•Ep. 45
Have you ever thought about writing your autobiography? Today, I'm going to break down how you can do exactly that. Autobiography What is an Autobiography? Autobiography, the biography of oneself narrated by oneself. Autobiographical works can take many forms, from the intimate writings made during life that were not necessarily intended for publication (including letters, diaries, journals, memoirs, and reminiscences) to a formal book-length autobiography.Today's content is a show on: Why would...
Nov 18, 2020•18 min•Ep. 44
Do you journal? If not, hopefully you'll be more inclined to try it and experience the impact that it can have on your life. Join Rob as he talks about how and why he journals! I sure hope so - it's made a big difference in my life - and today, I'm going to talk about how and why. For those who feel compelled to support the podcast, you can do so via Patreon. In the show notes at the very bottom, you will see a link to " Support the Show " Today's show is on Journaling: History of Journaling Sel...
Nov 17, 2020•21 min•Ep. 43
"If everything is important, then nothing is important." Where could YOU be better at prioritizing this week? Join Rob today as he not only explores where he could be better at prioritizing... ...but also HOW he prioritizes in the first place. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/allaroundgrowth) Today's show is about priorities: "If everything is important, then nothing is important." Where could YOU be better at prioritizing this week? Me? Prioritizing means saying "No." How do I prioriti...
Nov 16, 2020•19 min•Ep. 42
"Now, as then - we see the abstract values of an industrial economy, preying upon the native productivity of land and people. The fur trade was only the first establishment on this continent of a mentality of whose triumph is it's catastrophe. My purposes in beginning with this survey of history are: To show how deeply rooted in our past is the mentality of exploitation. To show how fundamentally revolutionary it is. To show how crucial to our history, hence to our own minds, is the question of ...
Nov 12, 2020•21 min•Ep. 41
Which would you rather? High income but low net-worth, because of high-cost lifestyle? OR Low income but high net-worth, because of investments/assets? // A Thread // ( A discussion of a thread on Twitter ) https://twitter.com/Wealth_of_/status/1321857946620469249 CLICK HERE TO RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST Have a Question for Rob? Send your questions to allaroundgrowth@gmail.com Support the show Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ patreon.com/allaroundgrowth...
Nov 11, 2020•26 min•Ep. 40
Do you have a dog? Are you interested in learning how to train your dog? Or, are you looking for additional ways in which you can work your dog? Whether you are new to owning a dog, or whether you are a seasoned dog owner, this episode is for you. Show isn't officially sponsored by, but it might as well be sponsored by York Meadow Farm. York Meadow Farm is a small-acre, regenerative farm being built from scratch. Veteran and family owned, we work together with our community, farming cooperativel...
Nov 10, 2020•19 min•Ep. 39
What’s at the top of your bucket list, and how will you make that happen? Deeper Talk is meant to give inspiration for conversations that are much deeper than surface level - and I picked up a deck of these cards for mornings like this. Dreams Life Lessons Exposed Courage Beliefs Self-Awareness Best Self Deeper Talk Deck - Use my personal VIP code "YMF" for 15% off your first order! Support the show Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ patreon.com/allaroundgrowth...
Nov 10, 2020•19 min•Ep. 38
Are you familiar with kombucha? Maybe you've picked some up from the store or shared it with friends or family? Today, we're going to talk about the benefits of kombucha... ...but we're also going to learn how to make it. Today we are going to discuss: Benefits of Fermented Food My Experience With Fermented Food Kombucha How to Make Kombucha at Home Kombucha is a fermented, lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea drink commonly consumed for its supposed health benefits. Sometimes the ...
Nov 09, 2020•19 min•Ep. 37
We are in the 6th week of the 4th quarter of the year. Where are you at with your goals? Join Rob today as he discusses his goal setting methodology: Friday, 11/06/2020; Ep. 36 - Goal Check-In How do I set goals? Make a "Not-To-Do List" Forget New Year's Resolutions and Conduct a 'Past Year Review' Instead - Tim Ferriss Select 3 goals for each quarter of the year Health Wealth Purpose Began HWP goals Summer 2020 Goal Tracking in Self Journal Use my personal VIP code "YMF" for 15% off your first ...
Nov 06, 2020•17 min•Ep. 36
Diving into deep conversations is sometimes hard to start. What do you talk about? Where do you begin? Deeper Talk is meant to give inspiration for conversations that are much deeper than surface level - and I picked up a deck of these cards for mornings like this. Dreams Life Lessons Exposed Courage Beliefs Self-Awareness Best Self Deeper Talk Deck - Use my personal VIP code "YMF" for 15% off your first order! Support the show Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ patreon.com/allaroundgrowth...
Nov 05, 2020•17 min•Ep. 35
Boundaries. The topic of "Boundaries" is challenging in that it is often a topic of discussion that is generally had when our own boundaries are being infringed upon. Luckily, I've had a pretty good framework for exploring what's required in life to better understand my own boundaries and the boundaries of others... ...as well as the ability to effectively communicate about them with others. On this day, Wednesday 11/04/2020, Ep. 34 we are going to dig into this topic. Show Sponsorship - At some...
Nov 04, 2020•17 min•Ep. 34
Do you or someone you love deal with a chronic medical condition? Today, Rob discusses his own challenges with a chronic condition and the way that he has structured and lives his life - in large part in dealing with a chronic medical condition? Search "chronic medical condition" Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) - https://www.cms.gov/Research-Statistics-Data-and-Systems/Statistics-Trends-and-Reports/Chronic-Conditions/CC_Main Alcohol Abuse Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dement...
Nov 03, 2020•23 min•Ep. 33
How long does it take to develop a new habit in life? Join Rob as he discusses time frames for new habits and the mentality required to implement them in your life. This question comes to mind after reading a cookbook this morning by Maria Emmerich in the section titled "My Top 11 Tips for (...) Success" when she wrote: "Existing habits are hard to break, and creating new habits can be uncomfortable. But make the choice to make today Day 1 of 16. You can do anything for 16 days." So, the author ...
Nov 02, 2020•19 min•Ep. 32
Today, Rob dives into two topics that require consideration when upgrading your machines. What do you want? What do you need ? How much is it going to cost? Items for consideration: Laptop vs Desktop Mac vs PC New vs Refurbished Questions to ask yourself: How do you use a computer? Should you build a computer? What do you need to do so? A message from the IT company contracted by the day job: Hey Rob, I like to use https://pcpartpicker.com/ to select parts for my home builds. If you make a mista...
Oct 30, 2020•18 min
When you're feeling sick - you don't really want to do *anything* You want to put on pajamas, a bathrobe, or a hooded sweatshirt - and die. The last time I was sick, I lamented the fact that I didn't make any "Fire Cider" in advance. Today, we're going to talk about doing exactly that. Thursday 10/29/2020; Episode 30 - Fire Cider When you're sick, the last thing you want to do is assemble ingredients and make weird stuff. However, those "weird" and unfamiliar recipes often times make us feel bet...
Oct 29, 2020•19 min•Ep. 30
How important is gratitude? Join Rob today as he discussed an “Attitude of Gratitude!” Notes to follow. Support the show Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ patreon.com/allaroundgrowth
Oct 28, 2020•18 min•Ep. 29
Notes to follow! Support the show Become a Patreon of the Show! ➡️ patreon.com/allaroundgrowth
Oct 28, 2020•16 min•Ep. 28
