Uploaded March 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
In this video, I share a personal story about falling into a lake while ice fishing as a child, and how the love and quick action of my family helped me through it without lasting trauma. This story becomes a lens through which we explore the idea from Homer's Iliad that it's not the events themselves, but how they unfold that shapes our stress and resilience. Drawing parallels between Achilles' experiences and modern-day leadership challenges, I aim to provide a philosophical yet practical perspective on managing stress in our lives.
Link to Rich Roll’s Interview with Suleika Jaouad: youtube.com/watch?v=1Oxgx9c-Upo&t=804s
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📚 - Join My Book Club - [community.thereadwellpodcast.com/c/book-club-meetings/](https://community.thereadwellpodcast.com/c/book-club-meetings/?sort=asc)
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#Homer #TheIliad #PTSD #Leadership #Resilience #AncientWisdom #ModernStress #Philosophy #AchillesInVietnam #StressManagement #BookLovers #LearningThroughLiterature
About Me:
My name is Eddy Hood. I live in Utah with my wife and kids. I always have a book with me, and if you see me on the street, I’d love to hear about what you’re reading.
To stay in the loop, make sure to visit my website at http://www.thereadwellpodcast.com. There, you’ll find the latest show information on my weekly podcast, access to previous episodes, and a chance to join my newsletter.
I’m also building something special just for you at http://www.highlightish.com. It’s a tool to help you make better book notes. We will discover creative ways to capture our thoughts, insights, and reflections as we dive into the pages of our favorite reads together.
So grab a drink, open a book, and join me each week to become a better reader. Let’s build a community that celebrates the magic of books and supports each other in our reading goals. Together, we’ll uncover the secrets to becoming lifelong learners who find solace, knowledge, and fascination within the pages of every book we encounter.
In this video, I share a personal story about falling into a lake while ice fishing as a child, and how the love and quick action of my family helped me through it without lasting trauma. This story becomes a lens through which we explore the idea from Homer's Iliad that it's not the events themselves, but how they unfold that shapes our stress and resilience. Drawing parallels between Achilles' experiences and modern-day leadership challenges, I aim to provide a philosophical yet practical perspective on managing stress in our lives.
Link to Rich Roll’s Interview with Suleika Jaouad: youtube.com/watch?v=1Oxgx9c-Upo&t=804s
********************.
Community Links:
📚 - Join My Book Club - [community.thereadwellpodcast.com/c/book-club-meetings/](https://community.thereadwellpodcast.com/c/book-club-meetings/?sort=asc)
📰 - Subscribe to my Newsletter Letter - thereadwellpodcast.com/newsletter
📝 - Get a free Highlightish account - highlightish.com
📆 - Learn to Read for 60 Minutes a Day without Distraction - community.thereadwellpodcast.com/c/the-focused-reader
********************
#Homer #TheIliad #PTSD #Leadership #Resilience #AncientWisdom #ModernStress #Philosophy #AchillesInVietnam #StressManagement #BookLovers #LearningThroughLiterature
About Me:
My name is Eddy Hood. I live in Utah with my wife and kids. I always have a book with me, and if you see me on the street, I’d love to hear about what you’re reading.
To stay in the loop, make sure to visit my website at http://www.thereadwellpodcast.com. There, you’ll find the latest show information on my weekly podcast, access to previous episodes, and a chance to join my newsletter.
I’m also building something special just for you at http://www.highlightish.com. It’s a tool to help you make better book notes. We will discover creative ways to capture our thoughts, insights, and reflections as we dive into the pages of our favorite reads together.
So grab a drink, open a book, and join me each week to become a better reader. Let’s build a community that celebrates the magic of books and supports each other in our reading goals. Together, we’ll uncover the secrets to becoming lifelong learners who find solace, knowledge, and fascination within the pages of every book we encounter.
