Face Life’s Chaos
Life comes at you fast. Chaos happens. You want to handle life's hot mess express; who doesn't? “Face Life's Chaos” is for you.It's me, grampa Rod, sharing insights with my 25-year-old grandson, David. It's about living with no regrets. Gotcha covered, D.I've seen my share of ups & downs—similar to the ones you're gonna face. On Mondays I relate new, interesting episodes. I invite you to listen in.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 13 minutes
- Episodes
- 126
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Dealing with loss: Maple died and we all cried
I talk with David about my three pets that died. Our grief over the loss of a loved one invites us to look beyond the grave.
00:13:27 |
Mon 18 Nov 2024
Benefit of the Doubt
I talk with David about granting other people the Benefit of the Doubt. You will brighten the world around you with your generous spirit.
00:11:51 |
Mon 11 Nov 2024
Hope Gives you Wings
I talk with David about the uplifting, heart-helping power of hope! Hope drives you toward your future and urges you to carry on through setbacks.
00:16:43 |
Mon 04 Nov 2024
Self-Centered Living is so Selfish
I talk about navigating a culture that is self-focused. Self-centered people abound. Do NOT let yourself become one of them.
00:14:40 |
Mon 28 Oct 2024
Vote smart: uninformed choices are expensive
I apply the power of critical thinking to some of our heavier decisions. Good outcomes are possible! Take care how you vote, your future pivots with the outcome.
00:14:13 |
Mon 21 Oct 2024
Do you think you're a good thinker?
I talk with David about the power and value of critical thinking. Good choices are possible! Investing time in critiquing decisions minimizes future chaos.
00:12:36 |
Mon 14 Oct 2024
Brutal Facts and Convenient Lies
I talk with David about facing immovable facts to make decisions that avoid negative outcomes.
Truth remains true no matter how much we might wish otherwise.
00:13:42 |
Mon 07 Oct 2024
Sometimes Truth Hurts
I talk about the power and pain of truth. Sometimes it hurts, but with your heart as your compass, truth is your North Pole
00:12:17 |
Mon 30 Sep 2024
Everyday Faith
I talk about faith. Does it have a place in modern life? How does fit with the theme of facing life's chaos? Life is fuller, freer, and more powerful when we trust other people.
00:13:39 |
Mon 23 Sep 2024
What do you think about Jesus?
I discuss the variety of ideas people have about Jesus. Did He even really exist? Finding clarity in history gives you a basis for informed decisions.
00:14:26 |
Mon 16 Sep 2024
Living Intentionally: Critical Steps
I follow up with David and share seven key steps to living intentionally as well as some rewards. Being in control leads to a gratifying life.
00:15:47 |
Mon 09 Sep 2024
Live intentionally; purpose to excel
I talk with David about living life intentionally to get the sweet parts. Imagine how full and rewarding life will be when you live on purpose.
00:11:08 |
Mon 02 Sep 2024
Are you under the influence of people?
I talk with David about influence: how to be a good one and how to avoid being negatively influenced. Influence can be subtle, but it's powerful; take it seriously.
00:11:50 |
Mon 26 Aug 2024
Respect: Your ticket to amazing relationships
I take a note from Aretha Franklin; respect for other people is the only way to live well. It rises above and smooths the rough edges of society.
00:12:12 |
Tue 20 Aug 2024
Wanna keep your job? Interview with a big-box manager
I visit my other friend, Greg, a former big-box store manager. He talks about how to thrive at work. When I make my manager's job easier, we both succeed.
00:21:19 |
Tue 13 Aug 2024
Pusuing a position in technology, Pt. 2
Inpart 2 of my interview with Mark, my retired engineering friend, he gets more specific about technical interviews.
00:13:24 |
Mon 05 Aug 2024
How to land a job in the technical field, Pt. 1
I host another interview, this time with a retired engineer responsible for hiring qualified college grads. He shares what he looked for in applicants.
00:17:22 |
Sat 27 Jul 2024
Wanna Job? Insights from a blue-collar hirer
I interview a blue-collar man who has hired many young people. He shares insights on how to win a job.
00:19:20 |
Mon 22 Jul 2024
Fireworks and Fools
I talk with David about contorlling his inner pyro. Loss of control can become deadly.
00:11:53 |
Mon 15 Jul 2024
Freedom!
I talk with David about our precious freedoms. Let's honor the price that purchased them.
00:12:05 |
Mon 08 Jul 2024
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