Afleveringen
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All the way from Yamaguchi Prefecture in Japan JT welcomes friend of the show Mark Reid from the Zen Sammich podcast (link here).
Mark is a Lawyer, Professor and has a Masters degree in Philosophy so Mark is not just some "soapbox philosopher" like JT!
In this epsiode we discuss Mark's journey and life as Americans living abroad, zen and stoicism, lady's speed stick, podcasting, and of course the excellent podcast that Mark hosts.
We also learn more about Washi and some of the unique traditions that the Japanese keep alive to this day.
From Mark's excellent website;
"Zen Sammich is two things: (1) It is a secular zen based self-improvement site. Real world advice for living in the present and making your present moment better everyday. (2) It is an escape from identity politics and religion. You are never going to convince someone on the other side of the abortion or gun control debates, regardless of which side you are on. They have made up their minds and you have made up yours. This site is for those interested in discourse and learning about how to live in a world where people don't and won't think like you do."
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you can contact JT via social media or dirrectly at [email protected]
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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Apologies for the long hiatus folks, its been awhile since the last episode and I explain why on this program
*This program is dedicated to loved ones of supporters of The Fortunate Son who have recently lost their battles with cancer and Covid, Karl and Lucinda from JT to your families im so sorry for your loss*
On this program JT covers the process of Dostaning or Swedish death cleaning, basically decluttering your posessions and just as importantly your emotional and mental clutter as to not burden those we leave behind when we pass on, life is short and remember tommorow is never promised
"3 reasons the world doesnt suck today"
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3959/Arizona-Woman-Drops-Off-Surprise-Gift-To-Louisiana-Man-Whose-Home-Was-Hit-By-Hurricane
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3966/TikTok-Users-Surprise-89-Year-Old-Pizza-Delivery-Man-With-12-000-Check
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3968/-039-Fires-Do-Not-Have-Borders-039-Mexican-Firefighters-Arrive-In-California
https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/dog-rejoin-owners-covid/index.html
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On this program JT discusses "The Crab Mentality" and how to guard against it and look after your personal journey and life goals.
Thank you so much for all the support regarding the time off the show and the ongoing recovery of WIlliam.
"6 reasons the world doesnt suck";
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3893/Woman-Reunited-With-Stolen-Teddy-Bear-Containing-Her-Late-Mother-039-s-Voice
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3906/Two-Beluga-Whales-Set-Free-After-Nearly-A-Decade-In-Captivity
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3902/Police-Dog-Finds-Missing-Mother-And-Baby-On-His-First-Ever-Shift
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3899/There-039-s-A-Gorilla-Baby-Boom-Happening-In-Uganda
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3897/NFL-Quarterback-Trubisky-Sends-Heartfelt-Letter-And-Jersey-To-Grieving-Family
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3898/Adopted-Teen-Is-Helping-Senior-Dogs-Find-Loving-Homes-Just-Like-She-Did
Update on Bidger's story (young man who protected his sister from a dog attack in Wyoming USA;
https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/boy-who-saved-his-sister-from-lethal-dog-attack-starts-thebridgerchallenge-for-kindness-2783117.html
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Please listen to this short update, thank you so much for your support!
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Do to an unforeseen emergency, JT could not get an episode up this week, please listen to this short update for details.
If you would like to follow William's progress please join us on IG or the Facebook group, thank you for all the love and support you have shown me in this difficult time.
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On this episode JT discusses how to approach someone who you think may be suffering from depression and also some pointers on living with depresion.
JT also covers the Myers-Briggs test and how it may be useful for you in life.
"4 reasons why the world doesnt suck";
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/the-largest-urban-rooftop-farm-in-the-world-is-now-bearing-fruit-and-more-in-paris/
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3871/Police-Officer-Pulls-Over-Driver-For-Brake-Lights-Then-Fixes-The-Electrical-Problem
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3873/6-Year-Old-Boy-Risked-His-Own-Life-To-Protect-Little-Sister-From-Dog-Attack
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3865/US-Soldier-Becomes-The-First-Woman-To-Join-The-Green-Berets
Deppression article links;
https://www.rethink.org/advice-and-information/about-mental-illness/learn-more-about-conditions/depression/
https://www.healthline.com/health/what-to-say-to-someone-with-depression#what-to-say
https://www.verywellmind.com/tips-for-living-with-depression-1066834
Myers-Briggs Wiki link and Test link;
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myers%E2%80%93Briggs_Type_Indicator
https://www.truity.com/test/type-finder-personality-test-new
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On this episode JT give you some very simple mix of recipes you can enjoy at home. JT makes sure there is a mix of meat and vegiterian dishes and also hot an cold, or summer and winter dishes.
Big shout out to all of the listeneres in France, thank you so much for your support and enjoy Bastille Day!
"3 Reasons the wrold doesnt suck"
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/edible-equo-straws-are-100-biodegradable-in-4-flavors/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scientists-generate-electrical-field-that-can-help-repair-fractured-bones/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/superhero-powers-of-generosity-bring-smiles-in-all-50-states/
https://www.positive.news/society/i-was-overwhelmed-by-kindness-from-complete-strangers-the-facebook-group-helping-thousands-of-vulnerable-people-in-india/ -
On today's episode JT discusses Anxiety and the affect it has on your body and some of the ways you can help reduce the impact it has on your physical and metal wellbeing.
Instagram account links and podcast links
https://www.instagram.com/amentalhealthadvocate/
https://www.instagram.com/includeyourgratitude/
https://open.spotify.com/show/3nXUcIX2DVbK9LAh9LafU8 (The old 77)
https://open.spotify.com/show/1X3aikua9IkpiuLaFnsKAM (Hersday Thursday)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/things-you-should-know-with-angel/id1503054768
Link to article about healthcare job posted in Victoria, AU
https://www.sbs.com.au/language/english/no-indian-or-african-applicants-disability-care-provider-apologises-for-discriminatory-job-ad
"3 reasons the world doesnt suck" links;
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/guy-buys-all-the-frozen-pops-from-old-mans-cart-then-raises-60k/
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/06/21/us/husband-wife-kidney-donation-friendship-trnd/index.html
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3856/Woman-Wakes-Up-From-Surgery-With-Braids-The-Surgeon-Did-It-Himself-To-Prevent-Shaving-Her-Head
12 affects of anxiety on the body
https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/effects-on-body#1 -
Tonights program is the first installment of "JT's house of travels", where he discusses some of the places he has been and many places in the world where he would love to visit one day. He caps it of with a "Top 5 list" of countries he hasnt been able to get to just yet.
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/people-try-to-do-right-by-each-other-no-matter-the-motivation-says-new-scientific-study/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/the-great-american-outdoors-act-of-2020/
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3845/She-Was-Laid-Off-So-She-Became-The-039-Lasagna-Lady-039-Serving-Thousands-Of-Free-Meals-To-Those-In-Need
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Part 2 of JT's ongoing food journey saga many more to come!
Dont forget the website is up folks, www.theparanormalson.com
"3 reasons life doesnt suck" links;
https://www.wvlt.tv/2020/06/13/texas-trooper-secretly-pays-for-92-year-old-womans-tires/
https://soranews24.com/2020/06/12/woman-attempting-suicide-in-tokyo-has-life-saved-by-20-sumo-wrestlers/
https://kfor.com/news/protests/a-teen-who-spent-10-hours-cleaning-up-after-a-protest-is-rewarded-with-a-car-and-a-college-scholarship/
Chris and Pitts restaraunt;
https://www.chrisandpittsbbqrestaurants.com/
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Please listen to this short message from JT
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On this episode of The Fortunate Son JT discusses the top 20 regrets people convey on their deathbeds, Life is short do you utmost not to exerience these regrets!
Todays Episode is dedicate with 2 people whose passing has deeply affected those close to JT.
Links to "3 Reasons the world doesnt suck"
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/what-was-native-american-food-like-before-europeans
https://www.blf.org.uk/media-centre/press-releases/nearly-2-million-people-with-lung-conditions-notice-improved-symptoms-as
https://www.positive.news/society/kindness-v-coronavirus-how-altruistic-acts-are-helping-people-cope/
Link to the top 20 regrets of people on their deathbeds
https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/these-20-regrets-from-people-their-deathbeds-will-change-your-life.html
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JT kicks off discussing his food journey, life influences and some of the many foods he enjoys and cuisines he has been introduced to. If you hear something you want to know more about send an email to [email protected] and JT will discuss on the program.
Links to "3 resons the world doesnt suck"
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/science-of-kindness-9/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/thousands-of-people-encouraged-by-moms-yard-signs/
https://everwideningcircles.com/2020/01/05/ripple-effect-images/?is_circle=45424
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MESSAGE FROM JT
Before listening to this episode recorded on June 2nd, please take the time to listen to the short episode introduction I have recorded. I have done my best to not further agitate or deepen the current divide occuring in the US, I just want to make sure that you the listener is aware of the subject matter in this program. Love to you all - JT
JT discusses the current events occuring in the US and other countries (with a focus on the protests, riots and allowing for opposing viewpoints) JT as always states that we all should do our own research rather than allowing institutions and others with vested interests from trying to fracture us along racial lines.
"3 reasons life doesnt suck links";
https://www.today.com/news/nashville-community-rallies-around-black-man-who-said-he-was-t182833
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-52717670?intlink_from_url=https://www.bbc.com/news/topics/cx2pk70323et/uplifting-stories&link_location=live-reporting-story
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/volunteers-sikh-nonprofit-deliver-food-supplies-across-l-amid-pandemic-n1196556
Positive footage from some of the people trying to choose common sense over division during these turbulent times
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2n6C9YlqtQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrSPG0roALo
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JT starts the program by saying hes going to push the envelope a bit on this episode and then covers the shoutouts and "3 reasons why life doesnt suck"
The main topic of the show was the continual polarization and division of humanity by governments and the mass media, think for yourselves folks we are all children of the same world.
Links to the news stories
https://themazatlanpost.com/2019/09/27/mexican-grandmother-creates-a-youtube-channel-to-teach-homemade-recipes-it-already-has-265-thousand-subscribers/
https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/good-news/2020/05/28/baby-koala/
https://www.foxnews.com/us/good-samaritans-south-carolina-return-1300-highway
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On todays program JT discusses the importance of enjoying life's small pleasures from his own unique perspective.
JT gives some well deserved shoutouts to some of the program's biggest supporters, not least among them Scott in Missouri make sure you head over and check out his podcast "The old 77".
JT thanks all his listeners and gives an update on listenership volumes.
Dont forget "3 reasons the world doesnt suck" links to the positive stories below
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3794/Former-NBA-Star-Shares-Lottery-Winnings-With-A-Homeless-Man-After-A-039-Blessed-039-Encounter
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3792/96-Year-Old-Woman-Brought-To-Tears-Speaks-Welsh-For-The-First-Time-In-40-Years
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3789/The-End-Of-Plastic-New-Plant-Based-Bottles-Degrade-In-1-Year
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JT discusses planning for your future and retirement. Many people have cultural and family pressures not to plan and save ahead JT gives a brief overview of finances and some general tips of how to plan and avoiding things like CC debt
Links to "3 reasons life doesnt suck"
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/sir-captain-tom-moore-over-awed-by-knighthood/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/feeding-nepals-out-of-work-elephants-during-covid/
https://www.positive.news/environment/the-maldivian-community-that-saved-its-island-from-developers/
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JT kicks off this episode with a new segment “3 reasons life doesn’t suck” where he brings to you 3 positive stories.
This will be a recurring segment.
JT gives his thoughts and experience about forgiveness and letting go and being the captain of your own vessel, we cant shape the past only the days we have left on this earth.
Tonight's episode has no background music, please let JT know which you prefer in future (music or no music)
Links to "3 reasons life doesnt suck";
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/us-traffic-deaths-down-3-yrs-straight-in-2019/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/anonymous-donors-pay-off-student-debts-for-bay-area-grads/
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/rival-cape-town-gangs-agree-to-truce-so-they-can-bring-food-to-the-poor/
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JT covers his thoughts on being thankfull, gratefull and what defines success as well our legacy. JT shares some positivity quotes that he enjoys and discusses his feelings regarding what success is, showing empathy for our fellow humans and especially towards those of us who are suffering chroning and long term conditions like cancer and other debilitating conditions.
Big thanks to Mike Feala for the amazing new logo for The Fortunate Son
As always I am truly blessed and thankfull for each of you who takes the time to listed to my words.
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