Have you ever stopped to ask yourself: Does how I spend my time restrict or enlarge my capacity to live, learn, love, and serve in meaningful ways? Adversity? It’s either just left, it’s here, or it’s coming. Warren Buffet reminds us that those who make it happen in life focus on three simple habits: Go to bed smarter each day. Surround yourself with people who inspire and challenge you. Invest in yourself—because YOU are your greatest asset....
Dec 02, 2024•5 min•Ep. 437
"When you create a tradition rooted in gratitude, you’re not just celebrating the present—you’re choosing to invest in the future." - Lee Brower "By choosing gratitude and making it part of your family’s story, you create ripples of love and connection that will endure for years to come." - Lee Brower "What you don't change, you choose." - Unknown
Nov 25, 2024•5 min•Ep. 436
"Choices determine destiny." — Lee Brower "It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities." — J.K. Rowling "Life is the sum of all your choices. So what are you doing today?" — Albert Camus My "I CHOOSE STATEMENT: "I choose to live with purpose, not by chance; to be inspired, not influenced; to serve others, not be served; to create ripples of change, not excuses; to thrive through milestones, not just to compete. I choose self-respect, not self-pity. I choose...
Nov 18, 2024•4 min•Ep. 435
The viral effect of one pilot’s behavior illustrates how a single person’s actions can set the tone for everyone else. This experience reminded me that true leaders stay transparent, express genuine gratitude, and model calm under pressure. In doing so, they create a ripple effect of grace and positivity, even in the most challenging circumstances. "Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge." – Simon Sinek "Attitude is a little thing that makes a bi...
Nov 11, 2024•5 min•Ep. 434
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” — Martin Luther King Jr. In the context of agency, this reminds us of the responsibility we carry to act with courage, to speak and do good in the face of challenges, and to show untiring love. “We are not isolated beings. The power of one choice can ripple outward, touching countless lives.” — Viktor Frankl “Your beliefs don’t make you a better person; your behavior does.” — Lee Brower
Nov 04, 2024•3 min•Ep. 433
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Oct 29, 2024•3 min•Ep. 432
“The bee is more honored than other animals, not because she labors, but because she labors for others.” – St. John Chrysostom “No creature, not even bees, was made by God as unselfish as a human, yet bees teach us about giving more than we receive.” - Unknown “Like bees pollinating flowers, our small acts of kindness can spread life, gratitude, and growth.” - Lee Brower
Oct 28, 2024•3 min•Ep. 431
“Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.” — Abraham Lincoln “Discipline is the riverbank that channels our focus and energy, allowing us to flow toward Enduring Impact. Without it, distractions flood our path and dilute our purpose.” — Lee Brower “We must all suffer one of two things: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.” — Jim Rohn “True freedom is impossible without a mind made free by discipline.” — Mortimer J. Adler
Oct 21, 2024•3 min•Ep. 430
The next generation is willing to learn and eager to make a positive impact. What is one thing you can do this week to be more interestED rather than interestING - especially with younger people? "The future is bright because those who are interested in others, instead of just themselves, are the ones who create the lasting change." “Being curious is better than being interesting. When you are interested, people feel it—and they’ll remember you for it.”
Oct 14, 2024•5 min•Ep. 429
"What we do repeatedly defines who we are. Small actions, taken consistently, create great impact." - Lee Brower
Oct 07, 2024•5 min•Ep. 428
Life isn't just about recognition of whether we win or lose in the traditional sense. It's about how much we learn from our experiences that we can use. If we aren't learning, our experiences are empty. "Turn your wounds in wisdom." - Oprah Winfrey "Always make your learning greater than your experience." - Dan Sullivan "Every experience God gives us, every person He puts in our lives, is the perfect preparation for the future that only He can see." - Corrie ten Boom...
Sep 30, 2024•7 min•Ep. 427
We're building the kind of Enduring Wealth™ that strengthens relationships, deepens trust, and makes people feel seen. That’s the kind of wealth that lasts far beyond likes on social media. "The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness." - Dalai Lama "We often overlook the immense power of a small Arrows Out™ gesture—a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, or a heartfelt compliment. These simple acts of care and gratitude can potentially transform lives."...
Sep 23, 2024•5 min•Ep. 426
Having a vision is not enough! "Vision without motion is perpetual frustration. The first lift of the anchor may not set you free, but it sets you in motion. And once you’re in motion, the horizon is yours.”
Sep 16, 2024•5 min•Ep. 425
In today's environment, where negative news often dominates, it’s important to remind ourselves that while we can’t always control what happens in the world, we can control how we choose to see it. As a leader, here's a way to inspire yourself and others to take control and "turn the spoon around". When you feel overwhelmed by negative news, pause and "turn the spoon around." Find one thing, however small, that you can be grateful for or take positive action on. Note how this shift affects your ...
Sep 09, 2024•5 min•Ep. 424
"The true power of a question lies not in the answer it seeks, but in the connection it creates." — Lee Brower "In the right moment, a single question can be more powerful than a thousand answers." — Lee Brower "Great questions make great answers." — Oscar Wilde "Questions can be like a lever you use to pry open the stuck lid on a paint can." — Fran Peavey
Sep 02, 2024•5 min•Ep. 423
"...We have been the recipients of the choicest bounties of Heaven. We have been preserved, these many years, in peace and prosperity. We have grown in numbers, wealth and power, as no other nation has ever grown. But we have forgotten God. We have forgotten the gracious hand which preserved us in peace, and multiplied and enriched and strengthened us; and we have vainly imagined, in the deceitfulness of our hearts, that all these blessings were produced by some superior wisdom and virtue of our...
Aug 26, 2024•4 min•Ep. 422
One reason time seems to speed up as we age is that we experience fewer novel events. Journaling helps create more vivid and accessible memories, making time feel like it's passing more slowly. By recording daily experiences, thoughts, and events, we: Create "memory anchors" that distinguish one day from another Become more mindful and attentive to our daily lives Reflect on and process our experiences more deeply Make your days feel fuller, more meaningful, and less rushed?...
Aug 19, 2024•5 min•Ep. 421
"Life will always be full of the unexpected. It's how we respond that defines our experience." ASK: How can I shift from reacting to responding in challenging situations? What three things can I be grateful for right now, despite my/our challenges? In my life, who can I reach out to for support or to offer support? "We don't have to wait for the rainbow to find joy in the rain." - Dieter F. Uchtdorf By cultivating gratitude and consciously choosing our responses, we can find joy and meaning even...
Aug 12, 2024•6 min•Ep. 420
If your "aware" of the nudge, you just might follow it.
Aug 05, 2024•7 min•Ep. 419
Empowered Wealth Perspective Entertaining new perspectives is a critical step in personal growth. By embracing new and diverse ways of thinking, we broaden our outlook and uncover innovative solutions to problems. You will see a new horizon, which generates deep appreciation for where you have been, where you are now and where you have the potential of going. This leads to new thoughts, new vision and new motion, as you continue to balance your approach and capture your progress as you go. - Lee...
Jul 22, 2024•4 min•Ep. 418
“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.” – Eleanor Roosevelt * We are reposting this MM Video due to our Team’s schedule. This Meaningful Monday video is a repost from July 2, 2018
Jul 15, 2024•5 min•Ep. 417
“We must suffer from one of two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret. Discipline weighs ounces—regret ways tons." - Jim Rohn You are what you say "yes" to. By saying "yes" to the right things, it will be easier to say no to the less important. - Lee Brower * We are reposting this MM Video due to our Team’s schedule. This Meaningful Monday video is a repost from July 5, 2021
Jul 08, 2024•5 min•Ep. 416
Who are you trying to please, and at what cost? Who are you listening to, and how does that align with your enduring vision and your core principles? "The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything." - Warren Buffett "It is easy to say no when a bigger yes is burning inside." - Stephen R. Covey
Jul 01, 2024•6 min•Ep. 415
Three essential keys to leadership in today's world. Go BIG (Be IN Gratitude), regardless of your circumstances. Challenge the traditional thinking- even if that is the way you have always done it or believed. Act and Adjust The enemy of thriving is arriving.
Jun 24, 2024•6 min•Ep. 414
Welcome to this week's edition of Meaningful Monday with Lee Brower. In this heartfelt episode, Lee reflects on the profound impact of Father's Day, expressing gratitude for his father, his role as a father, and as a grandfather. He shares a touching story about a cherished memory with his late father and emphasizes the vital role fathers and father figures play in the home. Lee introduces the concept of "Involved Fatherhood," highlighting that fatherhood extends beyond biological ties to includ...
Jun 17, 2024•5 min•Ep. 413
Good morning, everybody. Lee Brower here. Welcome to this week's edition of Meaningful Monday. I am so grateful to be here. I am so glad to be here. Let's go big. In this episode, Lee Brower shares his belief that we can learn from every experience in life, making the world the perfect school. He reflects on a recent event where he spent time with James Dixon, a motivational speaker, and the importance of developing habits of learning. Lee recounts a heartwarming experience with his granddaughte...
Jun 10, 2024•5 min•Ep. 412
Welcome to this week's edition of Meaningful Monday with Lee Brower. In this inspiring episode, Lee shares a unique perspective on gratitude through a prayer about biscuits, emphasizing how life's individual components, both good and bad, can come together to create something wonderful. Lee takes us back to 1898, illustrating how focusing on positivity can lead to innovative solutions, as exemplified by the transition from horse-drawn carriages to automobiles. He challenges us to shift our focus...
Jun 03, 2024•5 min•Ep. 411
Good morning, everybody. Lee Brower here. Welcome to this edition of Meaningful Monday. I am grateful to be here. I am glad to be here. Have you ever heard of the Diderot effect? Few of you probably have. I had never heard about it until just reading recently, and I was able to link several things to it. So let's talk about where did the Diderot effect come from? It came from the 17th century from a man, French philosopher by the name of Denis Diderot. And what he did is he put together a book h...
May 27, 2024•5 min•Ep. 410
Welcome to this week's edition of Meaningful Monday. Our discussion this week is centered on the wisdom of two exceptional thinkers, Viktor Frankl and Abraham Maslow. Their profound insights into human motivation can help us navigate even the most formidable challenges. We talk about Frankl's experience during World War II, which was documented in his book "Man's Search for Meaning". Despite facing unimaginable suffering and hardship in a prison camp during the Holocaust, he managed to find mean...
May 20, 2024•5 min•Ep. 409
Welcome to another edition of Meaningful Monday with me, Lee Brower. In this episode, I reflect on the significance of Mother's Day, an auspicious celebration of our mothers that goes back to 1908. To honor the occasion, I reminisce about my mother, a woman who played a pivotal role in shaping my life and lifting my spirits. I remember my mother as a weightlifter, not in the literal sense but metaphorically. She carried the weight of my world on her shoulders, always encouraging, supporting, and...
May 13, 2024•4 min•Ep. 408
