פודקאסטים בנושא Charlie Perkins

You're at an awards dinner. Or maybe it's a wedding, grand opening, or retirement party. You must say a few words but aren't sure how to do it. It's a special occasion, so you want to give your audience a warm feeling, but you don't want to get too corny and make them cringe. So here are a few simple tips to remember for your next toast. Wisdom wit…

Evidence tells us that half to as much as 70% of new ideas are ignored. Experts declare our marketplace of ideas favors those who already have places of power in society or organizations. I say, If the people around you don't support your ideas, or maybe even shut them down altogether, don't change who you are; change who you're with. The right ide…

Do you ever find it challenging to be an optimist? Sometimes, it's tough to be happy when you think about all the discouraging things occurring in the world. It's harder still when the people near you constantly talk about all those negative things. Yet, it's essential to be optimistic when negativity surrounds you. Thinking about everything you ha…

Boundaries are not about being rude. It’s about acknowledging that your well-being comes first on your priority list. When you feel good, everything around you will be affected positively. Learn to set boundaries, stop people pleasing, and have healthier relationships with others and yourself. In this episode, Charlie shares ideas about setting bou…

Good friends are good for your health. They can help you celebrate good times and provide support during bad times. Friendships can significantly impact your spirit and well-being, but they're not always easy to develop or maintain. Developing and maintaining good friendships takes effort. However, the enjoyment and comfort of friends can make the …

These days, everyone feels pressed for time. To be successful is not about being busy. Let’s discuss the hidden reasons behind why we're all so busy and why we struggle to break out of the cycle of overwhelm. Charlie shares a new way to look at our choices and how to create more space in our lives to think. Wisdom with Charlie Perkins is available …

If you knew what mattered most, would that change how you live? How you spend your time? If you knew that there was something that would help you live a longer, healthier, happier life, wouldn’t you make that a priority? Relationships are all around us, and they are the most invisible and powerful force in the world. It's important to Invest in you…

As a child, little did I know that a simple directive from my mother to “stand up straight” would have such a profound impact on my ability to make decisions as an adult. How many decisions do you make in a day? The number is higher than you might guess. It’s estimated that the average person makes 35,000 decisions every day. And for leaders, many …

Rest is becoming more and more vital to our quality of life. Have you ever tried to fix your chronic lack of energy by getting more sleep, only to wake up still feeling exhausted? This episode explores the right approach to rest and its multiplicity of it. We discuss reasons why we are chronically tired despite getting the requisite amount of sleep…

One of the worst things you can say to someone angry is “You need to calm down”. So don’t say that because never in the history of the world has that worked. Anger is an entirely normal, usually healthy, human emotion. But, when it gets out of control and turns destructive, it can lead to problems. We're talking about issues at work, your relations…

Sir Isaac Newton once said, "If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants". You see, we are at our best when we rely upon the wisdom and knowledge of those that have come before us. Mentorship is Powerful. Check out this week's episode as Charlie shares tips and insights on becoming a great mentor. If you're go…

What would life be like without teachers? Right now, there’s a kindergarten teacher perusing the aisles of Target. Even though he still has two more weeks of summer break, he is already dreaming up ways to make his students feel welcome. His classroom will be a refuge. For a few kids, it will be the only place they truly feel safe. And right now, t…

We live in an incredibly busy world. When is the last time you did absolutely nothing for 10 whole minutes? And when I say nothing, I do mean nothing. Not texting, talking, or even thinking? Let’s examine the transformative power of doing just that: Refreshing your mind for 10 minutes a day, simply by being mindful and experiencing the present mome…

Think about how good it feels to encourage someone to do something. And I don’t mean just affirmatively stating “yeah, go ahead” but digging in and encouraging someone who, at the time, is, well, discouraged. If you can’t remember what that feels like, perhaps it’s been too long, or maybe you just haven’t been presented with the opportunity. Encour…

Have you ever talked with a friend about a problem, only to realize that he just doesn’t seem to grasp why the issue is so important to you? Have you ever presented an idea to a group, and it’s met with utter confusion? What’s going on here? Charlie describes why miscommunication occurs so frequently, and how we can minimize frustration while expre…

Do you understand the technology you use daily? For too many people, the answer is no. Digital technologies have enabled the spread of all kinds of information, displacing traditional formats of usually more carefully curated information such as encyclopedias and newspapers. Let’s explore why we all need to prioritize technical literacy, and why th…

Well, summer days are upon us. The question I have is, what do you want to do this summer? It can be so much fun to get involved in an “experience list” of activities. You can do plenty of these alone or invite a friend along. After all, friends and family can make every experience better! So as the summer season kicks off, why not gather your fami…

All the tension relief activities in the world won't help if you aren't taking care of yourself. Meditation won't do you any good if you aren't getting adequate sleep. Similarly, hitting the gym occasionally won't relieve much stress if you're not regularly fueling your body with healthy, nutrient-intense food. You need to take care of your basic n…

Take a moment and think about your ideal or beloved community. What does your beloved community look like? We must build strong viable networks and those networks aren't going to develop themselves. Talk to the lady with an accent. Ask her where she's from. Go to the local high school football game and cheer the players as if your son was playing. …

Sometimes, when things don’t go according to plan, we lose faith, not only in ourselves but also in any potential outcome in our lives. Failure will do that to you. While life can be hard at the best of times, faith is the understanding, deep down inside, that things will get better. People have moved mountains with their faith. Even when situation…

People have habits in their lives that they try to get rid of. Adding value to your life is simply about learning to enjoy it more, appreciating every experience. Today’s podcast will show you how to change your life for the better, as well as help others to make this change as well. Check out this week's "Wisdom with Charlie Perkins" available on …

Do you know what the greatest secret of history is? It is that history can be changed. Martin Luther King, Jr., Amelia Earhart, the Wright Brothers, Steve Jobs, and the creators of Superman were all under 30 when they wrote themselves into history. So how do you change history? What would make your life more satisfying and meaningful? I encourage y…

The phrase iron sharpens iron is found in Proverbs 27. It says, "Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." There is massive value, encouragement, and motivation for everyone's life in this Bible verse. But what does it mean? It’s so important for each of us to build growing relationships with others in our life. Check out this week's "Wisd…

The tongue has the power of life and death. Words are powerful. What you speak over your life is what your life will become. Positive affirmations will create a positive atmosphere and repetition of these behaviors will allow the seemimgly impossible to become reality. The time is NOW to start achieving our dreams and goals. Go for it. Your best is…

Imagine you're a shipwrecked sailor adrift in the enormous Pacific. You can choose one of three directions and save yourself and your shipmates -- but each choice comes with a fearful consequence too. How do you choose? In telling the story of the whaleship Essex, Charlie shows how fear propels imagination, as it forces us to imagine the possible f…

I'm very fascinated and intrigued by one simple yet powerful tool that we all possess. This one habit, this one tool can help us in our personal and professional lives. It can help us be happier and healthier. It's something that we're all born with. Some of us don't know how to use it. Others don't use it much. It's a tool that's right underneath …

What if everyone had a chance to tell their story? Stories teach us about life, about ourselves, and about others. It's also a unique way to develop an understanding, respect, and appreciation for other cultures. It boosts our feelings of things like trust, compassion, and empathy. Stories motivate us to work with others and positively influence ou…

Soft skills are the skills that you will need to be a better professional and a better person. You may know the hard skills, but you need to work well with others (some call it the external soft skills), and manage yourself better (the internal soft skills) to get further in your career. As technology has evolved, soft skills or interpersonal/commu…

A simple way to start changing to a growth mindset is using a little word, yet. In essence, the word means a realization that some things are worth waiting for, and those things take work. It's not always easy, but the power of this small word allows for success. Yet implies that something is achievable. Yet puts a person back in charge of their de…

Can laughter help reduce illness, improve quality of life, and change our perception of the world? Science shows that engaging in daily laughter is one step in the right direction. Laughter can help lessen your stress, depression, and anxiety and may make you feel happier. It can also improve your self-esteem. In this episode, I’m encouraging peopl…

Gandhi said, “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Many wonderful things will never be done if you do not do them, and volunteering for me is one such thing. In this episode, I redefine community service by urging people to stop engaging in activities that make them miserable, because misery is contagious. In…

It’s that time of year when many of us begin thinking about things we’re grateful for. The season of gift-giving, exchanging holiday greetings, and families uniting. Recognizing all you have to be thankful for – even during the worst times of your life – fosters resilience. Gratitude opens your mind & spirit to ultimately find solutions or directio…

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we work for good. Can it also change it for the better? Charlie reviews four key insights employers and employees alike gleaned from their shift to working from home -- and shares how companies can use what they learned in lockdown to creatively and innovatively rethink how we do business. Available on Apple Po…

The greatest gift of life is life itself. Believe in yourself, stay positive, stay motivated, and follow your dreams. You can achieve greatness and be as successful as you desire. In this episode, Charlie offers a moving, personal, 3-minute parable that shows how an unwanted experience -- frightening, traumatic, costly -- can turn out to be a price…

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I want to talk about gratitude. Even during the greatest difficulties, you will experience in life, you can always find things for which you are truly grateful. On this week’s podcast, I’ll share strategies for showing and reflecting gratitude. one of the most important things that you can do is to take a piece of pap…

The last decade has marked a huge shift in the way we think and talk about mental health as a society. Covid-19 has further highlighted the need to proactively nurture it. in this episode, Charlie shines an understanding light on the dark "stigma" of mental health. He provides a unique viewpoint and embraces the immediate need for mental health car…

We are at our best when we rely upon the wisdom and knowledge, of those that have come before us. Those of us living today have inherited all sorts of incredible bits of information, data, knowledge, and wisdom. Today, I'd like to share with you seven individual values for how to mentor your mentees with love and kindness. We’ll also share tips on …

So have you ever been in one of those relationships where you think you're doing everything you can to please your partner, but they're still feeling frustrated and unloved? Most of us think that the way we want to be loved is how others want to be loved as well. But this is not the case. If you're not speaking the same language as your partner, th…

When we’re young, other people are in charge of our care. They’re our parents, biological or otherwise, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, and teachers. When you're grown, it's your job to take care of yourself, regardless of the circumstances that you face or have faced in the past. What do you do for self-care or how do you take care of yo…

We should always make an effort of starting no matter what, the worst thing that can happen is stopping. Don't wait. Time will never be right. Start from where you are and with what you've got! When you take the first step, the next one will reveal itself! Without starting we will never even get to the point of being able to make mistakes and pick …

What differentiates an average manager from a great leader? The answer often encompasses soft skills – such as active listening – which facilitate a leader’s ability to connect with their staff. It acknowledges that you value their most important asset – time, and you truly care for their thoughts. Even though listening – thoughtfully listening – t…

No one enters your life by chance. If someone great comes into our lives, it’s because we are prepared for them. Of course, many people only come into our lives to teach us a lesson. Sometimes the lessons are bitter and painful, but that doesn’t mean that they are not important. Every person we meet serves a specific role in our life, whether to he…

Sometimes we may doubt ourselves, feel some sense of fear, but the truth is you are more powerful than you think. We must retrain ourselves to get rid of our fears and self-doubt to build our self-esteem and self-confidence. What is one thing right now, one promise you can make to yourself, that you're going to keep, starting this minute, and begin…

Be the captain of your own ship by finding hobbies that make you feel alive. What’s your hobby? What do you love? Finding your purpose and living more intentionally will help you on this journey to living your best life. In this episode, Charlie outlines steps that make up "the trail." This podcast is now available on Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, A…

A true leader is humble enough to admit their mistake. A wise man once said; ''Mistakes have the power to turn you into something better than you were before.” If you take responsibility for a mistake on behalf of others who participated, it builds loyalty. Also, diary Charlie's "I Am Affirmations" and declare them every morning. This podcast is av…

You have no idea how far you will fly until you spread your wings. Do not let the fear of falling hold you back from spreading your wings. Self-doubt is the only thing holding you back. Stop worrying about the worst-case scenario. Start envisioning what could be the best. It's always possible that you will fall or fail... but what if you fly? This …

When leaders can inspire a group of people to perform beyond their normal limitations, great things will happen, and as a result, you can now make a difference in the lives of your team, your community, your country and by extension the world. If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader. This…

You will be wounded many times in your life. You’ll make mistakes. Some people will call them failures. But, I have learned that failure is God’s way of saying excuse me, you’re moving in the wrong direction, it’s just an experience. You may be going through a challenge right now; It may be difficult; it may appear to be insurmountable but remember…

Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear the path. Many times storms come to clear the way for something better. In fact, sometimes your life REQUIRES a storm to get to the next thing. In this episode, Charlie shares a personal storm from earlier this year. Remember, there would be no rainbow without rain. This podcast is now av…

"Don't fear failure, fear being in the same place next year as you are today". I love this quote because we all make mistakes. We Should make them; as they are a key element on our journey to success. I have learned that when we make mistakes, we should recognize them, learn from them, and move on. Don't let your mistakes define you - instead let t…