Your Fellow Human

What does it feel like when someone speaks well of you?Today I want to introduce you to Liliana, Liliana is this beautiful free spirited human, one that defines well with her actions what it is to respect another and be willing to ask or give space for the why behind who someone isLiliana and I got to spend some time together in Palermo, and in addition to those times being filled with laughter and good wine, they were also times where deep conversation about life took place. I had the chance to hear about who this human is and how she so sincerely cares for life and those she gets to know We chat about what it means to be simple decent and “normal,” what it is to speak well of others when they aren’t around, the impact of someone caring without expectation or control, and a desire to experience life not simply watch itShe shares what it feels like to know her strength as a woman while simultaneously giving space for the way situations can feel uncomfortable, she shares how being grounded in what you want doesn’t eliminate FOMO but it does make trusting your decisions easier, and why it’s important to be caring but also to care for yourself Lily is one of those humans that you meet and you know you are going to miss when you have to say goodbye, she is one that holds love and respect, one that will care but not get caught up in what doesn’t hold weight, and one that I am so happy to call a friendSo tune in today and meet Liliana, a compassionate, caring, cute, and absolutely incredible human being And to you Lily thank you, thank you for being you, for the late night walks and talks, for the joy so genuinely share, for the light that radiates from you that you so sweetly give, and for the time to be in your presence. You are a gift to this world and I am so grateful I get to know you and call you a friend. 

today is a short message from me; today I turn a year older and as it brings up thoughts and an odd sense of settled peace; I wanted to share some thoughts and some of the way things have felt over the years. My hope is that they will remind you wherever you are, however old you are, you've got this.sincerely,your fellow human we grow and evolve over time, and our story gets chapters added to it as life happens; we aren't who we were at 16, or even 20, but we still have so much of our story to be written.so from one human to another, don't be afraid to keep growing into yours.

What do you think would make the world a better place?Today I want to introduce you to Claudio, Claudio and I met in Palermo and I was instantly aware of his cheerful spirit and kind heartClaudio like my guest last week was also managing the space at Ostello Bello and graciously carved out some time to let me share a bit of his easy going, kind, and positive heart with youWe chat about why travel is important but how it doesn’t always mean getting on a plane, how seeking out new ways to see where you are can impact us, and how the belief that people are good impacts how we see life as a wholeHe shares the value of being a person others can trust and be heard by, why he is proud most of his relationship with his wife and the value they place on individuality, and why slowing down and giving your morning coffee the time it deserves can change the way you go about your dayClaudio is one that walks as though something is lifting him, maybe it’s the smile he shares always with others, maybe it’s the way he handles with care and sees the person in any situation, or maybe it’s the peace in being close to the sea; or maybe it’s just who he isSo tune in today and meet Claudio, someone who reminds you to focus on the little things, that kindness really can save the world, that being content with what life has given you is not a bad thing, and most of all to enjoy the process not just the end resultAnd to you Claudio thank you, thank you for being such a warm soul, for your ability to share life and who you are in such a genuine way, for taking the time to have a chat with me, and for the chance to know more of who you are. I look forward to seeing you again soon

What if curiosity didn’t kill the cat?Today I want to introduce you to Maura, Maura is someone that has this way about her, you know those people that are able to multi task impressively well, and those people that are able to make you feel as though you are the most important person when they speak to you…Well, cue Maura, she works hard at what she does, but she is at the same time so able to see those around her, as one that manages Ostello Bello where I stayed in Palermo I got to watch her as she led her team in the opening days of a new place, how she noticed every guest as they arrived, and in something truly special as she took time out of her busy day to share this chat with meShe shares why she believes what matters most is the impact we have on someone else and how we make them feel, why time to explore and be with people matters so much, and the joy she feels in seeing people come together through her work in hotelsWe chat about driving in Sicily, about some deep similarities her and I share in observation and the way we express ourselves, and the importance and peace in having a certain type of thing plannedMaura is one that speaks of life and others with understanding, from a place of care, and a place of curiosity, she is one that will greet you will a smile and a “ciao regazzi” in a way that makes you feel like a friend is happy to see youShe is one that I believe is worth knowing, worth learning from, and worth hearing how this life has made her the incredible human that she is So tune in today and meet Maura, a curious and cheerful life, and a reminder for you to always do the sameAnd to you Maura thank you, thank you for the warmth in which you greeted me each day, for the time you gave me in having this conversation, for your open and sweet heart, and for the way you allowed me to see parts of myself in a new way. You are a gem sweet girl and I’m so glad I got to meet you

Today I want to introduce you to Max, Max is one that has this genuine warmth about him, you know those people you meet that just make you feel as though they value getting to know you and actually want to hear what you have to say; well that’s MaxMax is the type that will make a meal for someone else, the kind that will listen, and the type that has space to truly connect with someone elseWe chat about the times life requires a step back and the fear that can come from knowing the value of that but also wanting to not let momentum gain in the wrong direction, about the value of time that we give and can’t get back, and the internal monologue of overthinking that impacts so many of usHe shares a time in his life that he shifted and began to value who he could become and what that meant for what got his energy, why solitude is a good thing and doesn’t mean something is wrong, and the impact of another giving their time to himWe chat about what it would be like to live in a world without one of the simplest barriers we face, why a smile is the easiest and often the most valuable thing you can give, and why we agree that Britts are some of the kindest and funniest people you can meetMax is one that will share what he has, will give you his time, will do what he can for another, he is one that understands what it is to express value to another human in simple acts of sincerity, and more importantly does so with a kind and warm smile and a heart that desires to connectSo tune in today and meet Max, someone that will remind you that you can choose to work towards who you want to become and someone who will remind you to smile and not miss out on another humanAnd to you Max thank you, thank you for taking the time, for letting me get to know you, for sharing food with me, and for being a human that continues to prove that this world is full of good that simply needs to be seen and known

Today is just a short episode on what I feel defines success; call it the sister episode of my recent thoughts on failure, but this one is short and sweet and I'd love to know if it resonates with youso tune in and shoot me a message when you've tuned insincerely,Your fellow human

When was the last time you felt seen? Today I want to introduce you to Lisa, how I met Lisa is almost as unique and fun as she is, but however life brought this human into mine, I’m so grateful (full story of how we met in this episode😉)Lisa is one of those people that you meet and feel as though your faith that life is getting better as you get older, is possible, that being a parent actually is about giving another human a chance to become a good human, and that seeing someone is the most important thing we can do for themAs the birds chirped in the background I got to hear Lisa, to hear the life both that excitedly poured out of her and the life she has lived so far and how it has taught her how she wants to keep on living She shares why her kids enjoying time with her and her husband is one of her greatest joys, why being an open and nonjudgmental person is who she is, but that we all have to see our ability to not always be our best selves at timesWe chat about why family is a place that all should feel welcome in, and what it means to highlight the soft voices of this worldShe tells me what her greatest wish is, and how you can help make that come true, haw she plans to dance all the way to her grave, and why getting an automatic discount wasn’t a little jarring recentlySo tune in today and meet Lisa, hummingbird in human form; beauty, fierceness, and presence that remind you just how possible and relevant life and you really are And to you Lisa thank you, thank you for the way you have seen me, for the way you have made me excited for what life is going to look like, for being a women I look up to and respect, for sharing your light and your undeniable joy with me. May the world never forget what it is to speak your name and the beautiful impact you are having on it and its humans. I am so grateful I get to know you.

Do you ever feel out of your league; or do you really think we are all just on the same lever?Today I want to introduce you to Justin, in addition to being a part of the community at my local co working space R5, Justin is someone I have come to know and enjoy conversation with. Whether it be when we are supposed to be working, or over lunch, Justin is one who views himself and humanity as simply that… humanWe chat about what it means to not be labeled or boxed in, what leaving a legacy  means to society and to him as an individual, and why deep connection and the memories that trigger nostalgia hold a deeper sense of value He shares why failing fast may be one of his life mottos, but that he also believes failure is dumb and would be fine doing without such feelingsHe shares about the dirtiest job he’s ever had and how it pushed him to not settle, and to pursue what his best is in life, about his thoughts on the patriarchy, and what his tattoo would be if he ever got oneJustin is one of the humans I get to know in this world, one that intentionally values differences, chooses to see the “why” behind an individual, and one that shares a sense of humor I appreciateSo tune in and meet Justin, a humans human, and one that I know will add something not just to your day but to the way you view another and maybe even yourself And to you Justin thank you, thank you for taking the time to let me ask you some deeper questions, for being a part of the community that I love, for inviting me to our fresh air annex “work” sessions, and for being you, you are a pleasure to know and I’m grateful I get to share a small part of that with others

Have you ever been questioned for doing what was right for you?Today I want to introduce to Kate, I’ve had the honor of knowing Kate for some years now, and from the first time I met her until now, she continues to be someone I admire and respect both in how she runs her business and how she shows up in the worldWe chat about what defines success for her, how it is not just financial but is more connected to the people she chooses to work with, what it means to be in business as an individual but also as a woman, and why as an entrepreneur there seems to never be a shortage of dopamineWe talk about the impact alcohol has on conversation when we choose to step away from it and how so often removing it from our lives makes others uncomfortable, how so often others need a reason for some of the health choices we make for ourselves, and the freedom in not letting those opinions impact our choicesShe shares what trend she is actually into and why it has impacted her so positively, how worrying what others are doing, what’s current, and what’s “in” is not on her list of priorities, but this one is thing is different Kate is a human that will welcome you quickly, one that may read 8 books at a time, but one that will give you her full attention as you step into her shop. I have known her to be human, to be real, to allow empathy, sincerity, and realness to be qualities that mark who she isSo tune in today and meet Kate, learn a bit of her journey, of what it means to be raw and real, of what it looks like to live a life that is fulfillingAnd to you Kate thank you, thank you for taking the time to have this intentional conversation, for the value you place on connection, for the way you show up as you, and for the impact I know your openness and sincerity will have on those that get to hear this. You are a treasure and I’m so grateful to know you

What if you stopped and truly smelled the flowers?Today I want introduce you to Alex, a self proclaimed optimist, a girl that will make you feel like who you are is exactly who you should be, and a human that embraces life for all it was meant to beWe chat about her time as an elite rower, the dedication and commitment to what it meant to be a part of that team, and how her time in Australia in competition impacted so much of her defining success and failure as an individualShe shares how she is an ideas girl, and how that part of her creative brain works and thrives in the early morning, how she loves looking at her work and creating a  way to make something different and unique, and how her work at times can be hard to explain to others for the way she spends her timeWe chat about our lack of impressibility for those that are famous, the reality of financial struggle in the creative industry in the current market, and how brand success will decline if marketing is not seen as the necessary investment that it isI have an immense admiration for Alex in so many ways, for her dedication to what it meant to be on her rowing team, to the joy she so infectiously shares with anyone around her, to her ability, or inability to hide her emotions on her face So tune in today and meet Alex, a human full of intentional optimism, a willingness to put in the work, and one that will always stop and smell the flowers And to you Alex thank you, thank you for sharing your joy, your wisdom, a bit of your journey in this chat, you have been absolutely fantastic to get to know and I can’t imagine our Madeira team without your joy. You are a truly lovely human.