The 1Life Podcast with Behka White

Episode 8 - Serenity

Episode 8 of the 1Life podcast, titled "Serenity," explores the concept of serenity and the importance of focusing on what we can control. The host, Behka White, uses the Serenity Prayer as a framework for the discussion. The message of the episode is that serenity comes from accepting the things we cannot change and focusing our energy on the things we can control. By practicing self-awareness and taking responsibility for our own actions, we can cultivate a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

Episode 7 - Destiny

Episode 7 of the 1Life podcast, titled "Destiny," explores the concept of destiny and free will using the animated film "Megamind" as a framework. The host, Behka White, highlights the transformation of Megamind, a supervillain who initially defines himself as a "criminal genius and master of all villainy."The central message of the episode is captured in Megamind's concluding remark: "Funny. I guess destiny isn't the path given to us, but the path we choose for ourselves." Behka emphasizes that regardless of our circumstances or past choices, we have the power to shape our own destiny.

Episode 6 - Be a Learner

Episode 6 of the 1Life podcast, titled "Be a Learner," draws inspiration from the biblical story of David and Goliath. The host, Behka White, emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and self-reflection as essential tools for personal growth and success.The episode highlights David's preparedness for facing Goliath, symbolized by the five smooth stones he carefully selected. Behka suggests that these stones represent the lessons David learned through practice and experience, even if those experiences involved failures or setbacks.The key message is that our current experiences, regardless of their nature, are preparing us for future challenges. Behka encourages listeners to embrace a learner's mindset, characterized by curiosity and openness to new ideas.The episode outlines three practical steps for capturing the wisdom that life offers:
Be a learner: Actively seek knowledge and cultivate a curious mindset.
Practice self-reflection: Regularly assess experiences, both positive and negative, to identify areas for improvement.
Suspend judgment: Approach self-reflection with an open mind, focusing on learning rather than self-criticism.
By following these steps, listeners can harness the valuable lessons embedded in their daily lives and continue to grow and evolve. 

Episode 5 - Be Unoffendable

Episode  5 discusses the cultural norm of being offended and how it leads to stress and conflict. The host introduces Brant Hansen's book "Unoffendable," which challenges readers to reconsider their biases, anger, and need to be right. The host shares a personal story, then concludes by inviting listeners to be exceptional and unoffendable.

Episode 4 - Helping Things Go Right

In episode 4 of the 1Life podcast Behka White discusses principles from the book "The Anatomy of Peace" to help listeners approach life peacefully. She shares a personal story of using this approach, then invites listeners to consider areas in their own lives where they can apply these principles. 

Episode 3 - God is the Connection

Behka had a visit with a Rabbi, who introduced the Jewish theological concept that God is the connection between people, as taught by Martin Buber. The episode concludes with an invitation to engage fully with the world and be open to experiencing God in human connections.

Episode 2 - Choose Discomfort

In episode two of the 1Life podcast, Behka White discusses the theme of choosing discomfort over comfort. Behka challenges listeners to step outside of their comfort zones and embrace discomfort as a catalyst for growth and greatness.

Episode 1 - The "Why" of the 1Life Podcast

Welcome to the 1Life podcast. In this first episode, host Behka White introduces the podcast and its purpose. The podcast is dedicated to sharing truths and wisdom for living our best life now.