Johnson & Orders: Outside the Box

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This "time capsule" of an episode was recorded almost a month ago, when we were still poised on the brink of the COVID-19 pandemic. The orders to stay home and eschew contact with other families have since become more intense. This episode marks the last time either of us interacted with anyone out…

Almost through with the OTB 2020 Challenge -- just five days to go! This one started as an update, but as we settled in, we realized we missed doing full episode-long sessions. So we just stretched out and made ourselves comfortable. Thanks, as always, for listening!

A quick update, with an audial glimpse of M. Johnson submitting to the "acute stress" of the cold shower on the air...

It's the end of week one of our little OTB Challenge, and we have some more reflections to share! As we share stories about the last few days, we also dig deeper into why water is so important to all of our brain and body functions. Keep keepin' it real, keep making great choices, and keep listenin…

We kick off the challenge with a couple daily check-ins, in case you're wondering how it's going. Thanks to everyone for listening, joining in with your own versions of self-improvement, health, and wellness -- and HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2020 is off to a great start. More updates to come...

Lots to catch up on, including concerts and other routine-busting experiences. Props to Hobo Johnson and Naval Ravikant, both of whom feature prominently in this episode's exploration of all the ways we keep trying to break out of boxes in the pursuit of a meaningful existence.

...And, we're back! Kicking off another season of meandering ruminations and explorative conversations. Thanks for listening! [image credit: https://www.moillusions.com/awesome-twist-on-the-impossible-cube/]

What is it about REAL challenges that make them worth the risk... and what makes us yearn for the next chance to expand our experience? In the final episode of Season Two, we explore what drives us to risk vulnerability as we reach beyond our current abilities, and the importance of trusted coaches…

JWMS principal intern Kevin Yates runs it down: when to take a stand, how to just let go, and the importance of recognizing the influence we can have every day. (Special thanks to Michael Barbaro and his NYTimes podcast "The Daily" for solid reporting and constant inspiration.) [Image credit: “…