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Ep 378 - Learn to Teach, Teach to Learn

Attack Life Not Others

Release Date: 05/02/2025

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Discipline today creates freedom tomorrow. Tim shares a recent conversation with Bernie, a living example of vitality and wisdom, to explore the true meaning of the "golden years." Bernie talks about the four pillars of a fulfilling life — mental health, physical health, financial freedom, and meaningful connection. From daily prayer and stair climbing to lessons in hard work and shared happiness, Bernie reminds us that a rich life is built with intention. The golden years, Bernie teaches, aren't just for the elderly — they start whenever we commit to living well.

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“Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.” — Marcus Aurelius

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Seneca’s quote, "No man was ever wise by chance," sets the tone for this episode as Tim and Steve explore how wisdom isn’t a byproduct of aging alone, but the result of intentional effort, experience, and learning. Aging alone does not guarantee wisdom; it is the experiences we gather and the lessons we learn from them that shape our understanding of life. Growing older comes with a unique opportunity to acquire wisdom, but this process is not automatic. It requires intentional effort — an active engagement with the world and the people around us.

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“It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it.” — Seneca

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Tim and Steve share a heartwarming Father's Day story that shows why the little moments in life matter most. In this episode, Tim talks about how his daughter Chelsea surprised him to train together — just like they did when she was a kid. They rode bikes, laughed, shared a drink, and created an unexpected memory that reminded Tim how special these times are. Listen to hear: A real-life reminder of how powerful can be Why it’s important to stay present and appreciate the simple joys How even an ordinary day can turn into a memory you’ll never forget If you’re a parent, a...

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“Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.” — Anne Geddes

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Understanding Life’s Archetypes In this episode, Tim and Steve talk about four powerful roles we all play at different times in life: The Hero – pushes through hard times with courage and purpose The Healer – helps others and brings comfort The Victim – feels stuck, powerless, or overwhelmed The Villain – acts out of pain, fear, or anger to protect themselves They explain how we shift between these roles depending on what’s going on in our lives — and why it’s so important to notice when we’re slipping into the Victim or Villain. By staying connected to our values,...

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"June is the month of potential — halfway through the year, and still time to become everything you set out to be." — Unknown

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Avoid the corrosion of inaction: If we neglect our space, it can quickly become cluttered with negativity and stagnation — much like debris filling an empty room. The key is to keep moving and shaking things up! Whether it's going for a run, surrounding yourself with uplifting people, or simply trying something new, these actions can prevent your space from becoming unmovable and corroded. Remember, a flat soda loses its appeal, just like a stagnant life loses its vibrancy. Tim Hoover and Steve Mittman talk more about — taking care of your mental and emotional well-being. They compare it...

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“Summertime is always the best of what might be.” — Charles Bowden

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Tim and Steve explore the powerful, often cyclical connection between teaching and learning — how the best teaching stems from a desire to understand more deeply, and how teaching others is one of the most effective ways to grow ourselves.

Key Takeaways:

  • Teaching Is Learning:
    Tim shares his personal journey as a teacher and how every lesson he’s ever taught helped solidify his own understanding. The process of teaching, as Steve says, often forces us to internalize knowledge more completely.

  • Learning What You Want to Teach, Teaching What You Want to Learn:
    The hosts unpack the idea that our desire to teach something often reveals a deeper desire to master it. And as we teach, we discover new insights that reflect our own ongoing growth.

  • The Student-Teacher Relationship Is a Two-Way Street:
    Great teachers remain open to learning from their students. Sensitivity to the needs and emotions of others is vital, not only in classrooms but in all areas of life — relationships, work, parenting, and leadership.

  • Lessons from Master Hawk:
    Tim reflects on wisdom passed down from his mentor, Master Hawk, who taught that teaching is as much about knowing yourself as it is about educating others.

  • Peeling the Onion:
    Teaching — and life — is like peeling an onion. As layers are removed, self-awareness and deeper emotional truths are uncovered. Growth often comes from vulnerability and reflection.

  • The 80/20 Rule of Giving and Receiving:
    The episode closes with a guiding principle: effective teaching (and living) involves giving 80% and receiving 20%. In the act of giving, we often receive far more than we expect.

A universal message: Whether you're a parent, coach, friend, or professional, this episode reminds us that when we teach with humility and openness, we grow in ways that continue to shape us long after the lesson ends.