Episode
Courage with Guy Raz
48:53
Published: Mon Jul 27 2020
Description
We all need courage these days. The courage to speak out, the courage to be optimistic, the courage to take care of our loved ones when we’re hurting. Guy Raz and I talked about where courage comes from and how to find it. Guy is the podcast king. He was also a war correspondent. So he knows a lot about courage. His ideas are absolutely inspiring. This is… A Bit of Optimism.YouTube: http://youtube.com/simonsinekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinekLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinekPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/officialsimonsinek/
Chapters
In the podcast How I Built This, interviewees share their stories of having the courage to challenge the status quo and build successful businesses.
00:00 - 04:54 (04:54)
Summary
In the podcast How I Built This, interviewees share their stories of having the courage to challenge the status quo and build successful businesses. Today, more people are finding the courage to speak their truth, have difficult conversations, and demand change.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Even though introverts may require solitude to recharge, it is important to have a sense of purpose that helps them find the courage to interact with others.
04:54 - 09:16 (04:22)
Summary
Even though introverts may require solitude to recharge, it is important to have a sense of purpose that helps them find the courage to interact with others. This can lead to acts that are perceived as courageous, even if they don't feel that way themselves.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Having difficult conversations requires courage and the willingness to face the possibility of things becoming worse at the end of it.
09:16 - 14:32 (05:15)
Summary
Having difficult conversations requires courage and the willingness to face the possibility of things becoming worse at the end of it. However, it is also an opportunity for self-examination and personal growth.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker shares their experience of being a lonely high school student and how they worked hard to ensure that they will have a great relationship with their kids.
14:32 - 18:07 (03:34)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience of being a lonely high school student and how they worked hard to ensure that they will have a great relationship with their kids.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker reflects on their own limitations with regards to speaking out and the importance of having courage to speak hard truths.
18:07 - 23:22 (05:15)
Summary
The speaker reflects on their own limitations with regards to speaking out and the importance of having courage to speak hard truths.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Reshaping how we think about America, our history, and who benefits will require a level of courage and surrendering to the truth, which many white people in America have not been willing to do.
23:22 - 30:15 (06:53)
Summary
Reshaping how we think about America, our history, and who benefits will require a level of courage and surrendering to the truth, which many white people in America have not been willing to do.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The difficulty in saying sorry is explored, with emphasis on how it reflects acknowledging that one has hurt someone.
30:15 - 35:06 (04:50)
Summary
The difficulty in saying sorry is explored, with emphasis on how it reflects acknowledging that one has hurt someone. Additionally, there are increasing conversations about the historical sources of American wealth that oppressed those who never benefited from it.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The act of apologizing often requires courage, but it is necessary for resolution and personal growth.
35:06 - 39:02 (03:56)
Summary
The act of apologizing often requires courage, but it is necessary for resolution and personal growth. Apologizing and expressing gratitude can have a big impact, and they cost nothing.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of Black Lives Matter, discusses the pursuit of equality and the difficulty of having conversations around it in today's climate.
39:02 - 43:19 (04:16)
Summary
Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of Black Lives Matter, discusses the pursuit of equality and the difficulty of having conversations around it in today's climate.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Simon Sinek believes in the value of playing the infinite game, where the goal is to keep the game going for as long as possible.
43:19 - 48:00 (04:41)
Summary
Simon Sinek believes in the value of playing the infinite game, where the goal is to keep the game going for as long as possible. His work is rooted in optimism, where he seeks to make the world a better place for future generations.
EpisodeCourage with Guy Raz
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Simon Sinek shares his views on the relationship between pursuit and courage, emphasizing that it doesn't have to be something grandiose to be worth pursuing.
48:00 - 48:52 (00:51)
Summary
Simon Sinek shares his views on the relationship between pursuit and courage, emphasizing that it doesn't have to be something grandiose to be worth pursuing.