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Ep. 103 Out Of Class - Vacation, Rich & Poor
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This is the global edition, Gines is tuning in from the US, Ben from Australia and Matt from Indonesia.
Gines shares that he’s spending time at a lake house in upstate Minnesota, enjoying some family time in nature. Ben finds it interesting, pointing out that such homes are rare in Australia due to building regulations near bodies of water.
As the conversation flows, Ben transitions the discussion to a thought-provoking question inspired by his son’s recent observations in America. His son, currently traveling through the U.S., has been struck by the stark contrast between the affluent coastal areas and the poverty-stricken zones inland, particularly a disturbing encounter on a long street in Denver, known for its socioeconomic challenges. This observation leads them to discuss the significant differences between the U.S., Australia, and Lombok.
Matt reflects on his own experiences in places like Los Angeles and Paris, where wealth and poverty coexist side by side. He compares this with Lombok, where, despite lower living standards, there's a stronger sense of community and less visible inequality. This opens up a discussion on the true meaning of wealth and poverty.
The conversation takes a deeper turn as Ben shares how fear influences different emotional responses, often leading to a scarcity mindset. The hosts discuss how in wealthier countries, the fear of losing material possessions can drive a focus on accumulation over community. This fear can lead to a scarcity mindset, where people concentrate more on what they lack rather than what they have.
In contrast, in Southeast Asia, despite having less materially, there's often less fear and a greater emphasis on community and mutual support, leading to a richer, more fulfilling life.
As the episode wraps up, the Ben, Gines and Matt reflect on the idea that true wealth lies in community, happiness, and a sense of purpose, rather than just material wealth. They emphasize the importance of balancing material success with the richness that comes from shared experiences and strong human connections.
This episode is brought to you by Make It Happen Group performance coaching - makeithappengroup.org
For more updates and to subscribe head to -lifelonglearnerpodcast.com
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Manage episode 434832307 series 1984819
This is the global edition, Gines is tuning in from the US, Ben from Australia and Matt from Indonesia.
Gines shares that he’s spending time at a lake house in upstate Minnesota, enjoying some family time in nature. Ben finds it interesting, pointing out that such homes are rare in Australia due to building regulations near bodies of water.
As the conversation flows, Ben transitions the discussion to a thought-provoking question inspired by his son’s recent observations in America. His son, currently traveling through the U.S., has been struck by the stark contrast between the affluent coastal areas and the poverty-stricken zones inland, particularly a disturbing encounter on a long street in Denver, known for its socioeconomic challenges. This observation leads them to discuss the significant differences between the U.S., Australia, and Lombok.
Matt reflects on his own experiences in places like Los Angeles and Paris, where wealth and poverty coexist side by side. He compares this with Lombok, where, despite lower living standards, there's a stronger sense of community and less visible inequality. This opens up a discussion on the true meaning of wealth and poverty.
The conversation takes a deeper turn as Ben shares how fear influences different emotional responses, often leading to a scarcity mindset. The hosts discuss how in wealthier countries, the fear of losing material possessions can drive a focus on accumulation over community. This fear can lead to a scarcity mindset, where people concentrate more on what they lack rather than what they have.
In contrast, in Southeast Asia, despite having less materially, there's often less fear and a greater emphasis on community and mutual support, leading to a richer, more fulfilling life.
As the episode wraps up, the Ben, Gines and Matt reflect on the idea that true wealth lies in community, happiness, and a sense of purpose, rather than just material wealth. They emphasize the importance of balancing material success with the richness that comes from shared experiences and strong human connections.
This episode is brought to you by Make It Happen Group performance coaching - makeithappengroup.org
For more updates and to subscribe head to -lifelonglearnerpodcast.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelonglearner.podcast
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_HJXIvmwW7HfzhaOM0itQ
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