Know Thyself

October 12, 2011 in 48 Days Podcast with 11 Comments

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In the podcast for this week I am not answering questions. Instead, I expand on the hundreds of questions we receive about finding one’s calling. I take a more theological approach than normal for this one.

Know Thyself -

John Maxwell says: “There are two great days in our lives – the day we are born and the day we discover why.” Can you identify both of those days in your life?

Know thyself – and to thine own self be true. William Shakespeare

- Is this just a secular concept – to know yourself and to be true to yourself? Is there anything that supports that kind of thinking in the Bible?

- Is your church a good match for your personality?

- Do you know your “spiritual language?”

This is 48 minutes of explanation of how you can trust your uniqueness as the basis for meaningful work – and for living out your calling.

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  • Lou

    Hi Dan

    Listened to your podcast TWICE today (and at normal speed!).
    No need to apologize for the philosophical nature of it. Personally, I found it fascinating.

    Apparently, you and I followed the same path from church to church. I could not agree more with your take on the application of tongues. It really tied some things together for me. (tongue-tied?)

    Sorry.

    Keep up the great work!

    -lou

    • Anonymous

      Lou – thanks for your comments.  I’m never sure with a “spiritual” topic what kind of response I’ll get.  Delighted it helped you get tongue-tied!

  • http://TeamEagleRevolution.com Bryan Hart

    To thine own self be true isn’t anti-biblical. You cannot obey the golden rule unless you love yourself and care about yourself: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” If you don’t care about yourself as a unique gifted individual, how can you have a healthy view of others?

    Just thought I’d share some Bible talk in light of this great podcast. :) Thanks for all the encouragement Dan!

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  • Ivory

    I really enjoyed this upbeat message. I’ll have to listen to it again to make sure I caught everything.

  • http://www.spencermeagher.com/ Spencer Meagher

    Wow! I cannot adequately express how much I enjoyed this pod cast. You captured the story of my life. Thank you for verbalizing feelings and emotions I have long suspected to be true. I wish I could tell you how liberating your thoughts are and how fulfilled my life is becoming as I listen to and implement your ideas. Thanks so much Dan.

    • Anonymous

      Spencer – thanks so much for your inspiring comments!

  • Melinda

    My husband and I are enjoying reading your “48 Days to the Job You Love” book as my husband is stressed to the max where he currently works.  I have been looking around your sight for ideas on how to further help my husband figure out how God has gifted him and found this pod cast, which I just listened to!  Thanks so much…lots to think on!  The funny thing is, that we started this journey for my husband and I can’t help but feel stirred by your book and podcast myself.  I am a homeschooling mother of 3 and am doing what I have always wanted to do, but have always thought I don’t have times for dreams until after our kids are grown up.  I have had numerous people comment on my homemade cards and such, but I have always said that can’t be my focus for now.  What are your thoughts on balancing being a wife/mother and finding dreams.  I guess it feel selfish to focus on myself.  Thanks!

    • Anonymous

      Melinda – it’s not “selfish” to embrace your own dreams along the way.  If you ignore those until your kids are grown up, there’s a strong chance you’ll forget what they were.  Look for “and” solutions – where you can be the Mom you want to be AND nurture your own dreams.  It will make you a better Mom to be fully alive rather than just being a gal Friday for the family needs.

  • http://www.lifemanagementfordummies.com/ Michael

    Dan – This episode was perhaps the most thought-provoking message I’ve heard.  I was brought to tears a couple times as I listened and thought to myself, “Is this REALLY what I should should be doing for a living?  Isn’t there a better way to use my God-given talents?

    I know the answer to both of these questions.  Yet, it’s really tough to make changes.  Especially when you’re fifty years old (and a thousand other excuses).

    Thanks for the nudge.  I just need to set aside some time and really figure out what I want to do for the rest of my life.

    You’ve gained a new subscriber.

    May God continue to bless you in every way.  : – )

    –Michael

    PS:  It was Cliff Ravenscraft who pointed me in your direction.  He is a great guy and I am so thankful for all he does.  I’ll be sure to send him a thank-you note!

    • 48DaysDan

      Michael – thanks for your note.  Yes, change can be terrifying and exhilarating at the same time.  I always try to focus on what I can see on the other side of the change.

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