Summary

In this episode, Mike Kinner shares his journey from childhood to becoming an entrepreneur and innovator in the world of play and community building. Discover how micro moments of joy, resilience, and intentional practice can transform your life and leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mike’s focus on joy

02:12 Childhood roots and family business in Colorado

05:06 The journey of creating Aerosport and its community impact

10:03 The role of play in personal and leadership development

14:52 Practicing communication and overcoming fear

19:54 Aerosport’s inclusivity and future plans for 2027

24:55 Habits, challenges, and the power of resilience

29:57 The importance of visualization and mental training

34:56 Overcoming fear of failure and embracing growth

40:09 Upcoming Ultra Speaking and Aerosport leadership events

45:11 Final thoughts: Micro moments of joy and impact

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You will get beat in life—but losing is still a choice. Benjamin Lee explores the difference between being outmatched and giving up, and how that shift in perspective can shape the way we approach sports, work, family, and personal commitments.

Drawing on a lesson from a coach and an example from his son’s flag football team, Benjamin reflects on what happens when people lose focus, stop giving their best, or check out after things get difficult. Sometimes circumstances are simply tough.

But when we stop following through on commitments we’ve made to ourselves and others, we may be giving up before we have to. This short episode is a reminder that mindset matters. Whether you’re working toward a goal, trying to stay consistent, or encouraging a young athlete, take a moment to ask yourself: How have you been playing the game called life?

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Summary

This episode explores the biblical reasons for prayer, emphasizing God's knowledge, faithfulness, and the importance of trusting Him through prayer. It highlights how prayer is a vital part of a trusting relationship with God, supported by scripture and biblical examples.

Chapters

00:00 God Already Knows What We Need

02:25 Praying God's Promises Back to Him

02:54 What Is Biblical Prayer?

03:22 Prayer as Trust and Relationship

04:19 Approaching God with Confidence

04:55 The Power of Prayer in Trusting God

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