024 Open Mind - Open Heart
What does it look like when we are actively curious about others? What would change if we chose to stop and understand why someone believes what they believe and thinks what they think? How would that change our perspective and improve our relationships? On this episode of theMangoTimes Podcast, Fletch dives into another point on the Fletchifesto and shares what it means to him to live with an open mind and an open heart to people around him.
Have you ever worried that accepting someone and their beliefs is a failure to maintain your own beliefs? Have you been warned to hold your own ground, so that you aren’t swayed or convinced by others? Are the stakes too high that you will stop loving your favorite sports team, political party or church affiliation? Probably not, but wouldn’t life be more colorful and fulfilling to learn and grow along the way. Listen along as Fletch encourages you to move beyond the easy conversations with those you love and challenges you to listen and learn from those you disagree with.
Grab you own favorite cup of coffee, load up your pipe and join in for this fun discussion.
SHOW NOTES:
Jesus & John Wayne by Kristen DuMez
Open Your Mind and Heart to New People
Music used in this episode:
None
In this episode, Fletch interviews longtime friend and ultimate “shower-upper” Lisa Kjeldgaard. Based on the Fletchifesto idea that 80% of life is just showing up, this conversation dives into the power of presence and why it matters. Lisa reflects on her background, her education, and how those experiences shaped her values. Together, they explore what it means to show up for others, the personal cost and reward, and why it’s often the first step toward any meaningful life. Plus: a rapid-fire round of fun questions.