doing the right thing

Welcome to Restoring the Soul! In this episode, Michael and Peter Zaremba explore the essence of courage, not as an absence of fear, but as the willingness to take intentional action amidst it. Peter brings to light the profound acts of everyday bravery witnessed within his men's group, intertwining their discussions with the biblical narrative that emphasizes the value of such courage.

They also reveal that courage is woven into the small, everyday fabrics of our lives—be it through acts of vulnerability, trust, or the simple yet profound steps toward spiritual growth. Michael likens courage to a muscle that gets stronger with practice, a concept they both relate to the importance of being fully present, accepting the present moment as is, and taking life's meaningful risks.

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Lately, I have been reflecting a lot on my parenting and really thinking on the very important question: What does it mean to be the best parent for your kids?

To be honest, I don’t have an answer to that but I think, especially as mothers,  we all want to be the best parents for our kids and we want to set the best example.

So, in this episode, I’m sharing with you my thoughts on this question along with a few stories and examples that show how I am working on becoming the best mother for my daughter.

EPISODE BREAKDOWN:

• [02:43] More than A family, my daughter needs a HAPPY family and setting the right example
• [05:39] It's not about the quantity, it's about the quality of time you spend with your kids
• [07:45] Why being with your kids 24/7 isn’t the best for either you or them
• [10:59] Unfortunately, there’s no way to find out right now if you’re really doing the right thing
• [14:50] The best we can do as parents really is to be the best version of ourselves for our kids

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Our first guest, Alan Leibowitz, adds to our conversation on Ethics and Leadership. Join us as we discuss the ethical challenges new leaders can face in leading teams and what you can do to help guide you to Doing the Right Thing.

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Join Julia Jeffress Sadler as she takes us on an incredible adventure in Episode 20. Follow Joseph's amazing journey from being a slave in Egypt to standing strong with honesty, even when faced with trouble from Potiphar's wife. He teaches us that doing the right thing is important, even when things don't go as planned.

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Episode 28 - Carlos chats with Ben Middleton, Regional CEO of Centerstone. They talk about the life-changing power of mentors, early years, figuring things out, the compounding effect of doing the right thing, parents having the courage to move the family for a new start, finding your aptitude and personal connection.

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Our polarized society makes assumptions that the people serving in our Legislature only want to win instead of doing the right thing. Learn why that's not true from two North Dakota legislators.

As the 68th Legislative Assembly draws to a close, your host, Emmery Mehlhoff, takes an opportunity to interview two freshman legislators and their thoughts going into the session and what they learned throughout it.

Rep. Karen Anderson of District 19 is a long-time Farm Bureau member and Walsh County commissioner. She also has experience in human service issues on the local level, which she used in her committee assisngment on the House Human Services Committee. View her N.D. Legislative branch bio page .

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Righteousness today is still based on obedience to God’s torah, his instruction.

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“For I say to you that unless your righteousness surpasses [that] of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.” - Matthew 5:20

This principle is summed up by its paraphrase: “Demonstrate virtue and purity that exceeds those who are merely following external commands.”

A life of integrity is one that is not driven solely by a list of do’s and don’ts. Right actions should spring from a willing heart, not from a grudging sense of obligation. It’s not just a matter of doing the right thing, but doing the right thing for the right reasons, with the right attitude.

The example of Uriah the Hittite - 2 Samuel 11

Then David said to Uriah, "Go down to your house, and wash your feet." And Uriah went out of the king's house, and a present from the king was sent out after him. But Uriah slept at the door of the king's house with all the servants of his lord, and did not go down to his house. Now when they told David, saying, "Uriah did not go down to his house," David said to Uriah, "Have you not come from a journey? Why did you not go down to your house?" Uriah said to David, "The ark and Israel and Judah are staying in temporary shelters, and my lord Joab and the servants of my lord are camping in the open field. Shall I then go to my house to eat and to drink and to lie with my wife? By your life and the life of your soul, I will not do this thing."

Once the heart is sincere and motives are pure, actions of true integrity will follow.

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Music in today's episode: Brittle Rille by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3460-brittle-rille

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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All music in today's episode: "Brittle Rille" by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3460-brittle-rille

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

I love how the San Antonio Spurs play the game of basketball in a beautiful manner. Their brand is being unselfish. No matter which superstar they have on the roster, each one does the right thing.

The way they play the game teaches us a lot to us too. We can implement some of these observations for all our projects. Especially for innovation projects, this approach can work wonders.

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In this Spotlight feature, I’m so excited to introduce you to my incredible way back in the day friend from my hometown of Bremerton, WA, the super big-hearted guy, and father of three, Bobby Manglona.

Join us as we dive right in talking about kindness, giving back and all around being a good person. Find out about some of the ways he chooses to integrate giving back into his lifestyle, some ideas of how he helps his friends and community and why he does it. And if you're ever the one that could use some help, but have trouble asking for it, Bobby shares some fantastic wisdom for all of us to consider.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS // (show notes click here)

• Getting to know Bobby. All things kindness. 
• Why he started a Go Fund Me Campaign for Netty + Kenny
• Simple, examples of ways Bobby chooses to help others. Why he chooses to do it. And how people have helped him in his life. 
• His thoughts and advice about being able to ask for help - when you might be the one that needs it. - Yes, please!
• How Bobby makes sure to fill his self-care bucket back up and what keeps him going when things get tough. 

Enjoy! And thank you so much, Bobby! 

CALL TO ACT // Check out the show notes for 1 way we can help him to Get Your Heart On and pay it forward + spread some love to someone he deeply cares about.