239 – Solo – Dan Gilbert’s Surprise on Happiness
Nov21

239 – Solo – Dan Gilbert’s Surprise on Happiness

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Inspired by a conversation he had a few days ago David delves deeper into the science of happiness and shows through science that happiness in the end is a choice regardless of what happens to us. What you will learn in todays show: The difference in happiness between a paraplegic and a lottery winner What science has to say about happiness and our ability to create it David’s philosophy on responding well versus reacting poorly in challenging or catastrophic situations A story about being trapped in an Elevator A Story about David’s car accident that made him fall out of the car laughing The possibility of an elegant separation A call to action for you to create more happiness in your life A great story of triumph over adversity that was shared in Marci Schimoff’s show #3 Marci Schimoff Happy For No Reason Show #3 http://www.thekickasslife.com/podcasts/003-marci-shimoff/ Dan Gilberts TED Talk and his surprising findings http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gilbert_asks_why_are_we_happy.html Dan’s Book – Stumbling on Happiness Todays Songs: Howlin’ Wolf – Smokestack Lightning Howlin’ Wolf – Spoonful Howlin’ Wolf – Back Door Man Todays Quotes:  Happiness is an attitude; we either make ourselves miserable or happy and strong. The amount of work is exactly the same With everything that has happened to you, you can either feel sorry for yourself or treat what has happened to you as a gift. Everything is either an opportunity to grow or an obstacle to keep you from growing. You get to choose. –Dr. Wayne W...

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123 – Overcoming MASSIVE Adversity with Ryan Lythall
Jun21

123 – Overcoming MASSIVE Adversity with Ryan Lythall

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So, you think you had a bad day, huh? In between flights on a trip from Kelowna to Atlanta, David introduces Ryan Lythall. Ryan is a Kickass Life listener with an amazing story of perserverance. Born with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy called Nemaline Myopathy, Ryan was only given one year to live. Now at the age of 38, Ryan must use a portable ventilator to breathe, and a wheelchair to get around. Sit and listen to this remarkable man and how he overcame his adversity to help inspire other people around the world. It will absolutely put your own life into...

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