The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth

The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth

Fun, interesting, and yes, practical ways to look at life… to live with more happiness, more connection, and more insight. To better learn and benefit from life’s lessons, no matter where you are in life right now. 

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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth - EP 048

First, something new we mentioned on the show this week We'd love to hear from you! No matter if you're a brand new listener to The Practical Path, of you've been with us from the start, you know we talk about all kinds of "real life" experiences, and what they have to teach us about personal and spiritual growth.

So... How about you? Is there anything you'd like to hear more about? Is there any particular question you may have...? We're no experts, of course, but both Vicki and Bill do enjoy sharing and helping and offering whatever wisdom and experience they have have that could be of service to our listeners.

Do this: Stop by the podcast Facebook page. Just do a search for "The Practical Path Podcast" in the Facebook search bar to find us. Even easier...here's the direct link:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564867676308  Stop by, say hello. Leave a comment, question or experience. We'd love to hear from you! 

Why didn't we think of this a long time ago? Good question! At least for making up for it now... 

On this week's show, some of those "challenging" real-life lessons experienced by Bill in just the past few days.  A little painful and frustrating, to be sure...  And yet, we're always on the lookout for the lessons to be learned, yes? Let's see if Bill can make some lemonade out of the lemons life gave him this week.  

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth - EP 047

This week, a new quote to kick things off: "If you aren't experienceing failure, then you are making a far worse mistake: You are being driven by the desire to avoid it." 

What does that mean for you? Bill takes some time to "unpack" his thoughts on the topic, as he considers his own actions (or lack of them) when it comes to building his online business... something he says is important to him. Seems the question is; how important? Something to think about in lots of different life-aspects. Relationships, jobs, and more. 

Also, an interesting blog post on "YAMO." What's that? "Youre' Always Mission Out." Kinda like YOLO (You Only Live Once).. it's a way of looking at all the different choices we have - with just about everything! - in life, and making good decisions. Ones based out of what we truly want, not out of a fear of missing something else. 

If you're interested, here's the link: https://nesslabs.com/yama

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth - EP 040

Thsi week, not one, but two great lists of powerful ideas. See if you can put any of these concepts to work (or play!) in your life.

First, "7 'old people' sayings that are actually solid life advice at every age." Timeless wisdom, as they say. Find it here: https://www.upworthy.com/7-old-people-sayings-ex1. And thanks to author Annie Reneau for this one. 

Also, Training Your Brain to Get What You Want in Life. Big idea, yes? Do you know - really know - what you want in life? See more here: https://www.inc.com/benjamin-p-hardy/how-to-train-your-brain-to-get-what-you-want-in-60.html.  And for this one, thanks go out to author Ben P. Hardy and the Inc. Magazine site. 

Thanks again for joining us!

 

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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May 15, 2025 5:0 AM
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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
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This week, some real "human stuff." Bill talks about the emotinal and energetic challenges of his upcoming eye surgery. All the usual suspects are here: Fear, anticipation, hopefulness, desire to just "get it over with," and lots more. For now, we're just calling it an "interesting experience." 

Also, another good discussion of another good blog post. This time, it's all about FOBO. You've probably heard of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), but now there's FOBO, or Fear of a Better Option. What does that mean? It's all about the "analysis paralysis" that comes from having too many options, or thinking the "best" option is still to come. Ever been stuck in FOBO? Then this discuttion is for you. 

By the way, we always want to give credit where credit is due. Here's the link to the full post on FOBO. Thanks to auhtor Caroline Bologna. Here's the link: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fobo-fomo-how-to-cope_l_677d9c83e4b07acf439cf3b1

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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Apr 24, 2025 5:0 AM
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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth - EP 035

Crazy times out there, for sure. We start this week's journey down the Practical Path by talking about how we can be more mindful and (hopefully) aware of what's going on around us in these strange times, and how to be more peaceful and connected, with outselves and those who are important to us. 

That leads to a deep dive and discussion of a very nice blog post on developing the personal trait of resiliancy. Super-important, especially for those of us getting a little more "up there" in years. Honestly, being resiliant is one of the keys to a longer, more happy life. The post was very insightful and entertaining, and led to a great discussion. For those who would like to see and read the original, there's the link: https://www.https://www.aconsciousrethink.com/49350/8-surprising-traits-of-people-who-become-more-resilient-with-age/

Hats off to the author, Jack Nollan. If you know him, tell him Bill and Vicki said hello, and we really appreciated your post! 

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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Apr 10, 2025 5:0 AM
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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth - EP 034

This week... Bill has completed his short-distance, but long-on-meaning move across town in Gainesville, Florida. See what we did there? Yes, there are a few interesting life lessons to be learned, and "life experiments" to try for everyone, not just those looking to physically relocate themselves. 

Also, Bill and Vicki discuss a very nice blog post on "caring too much." Yes, it's a thing! For us, it's all about establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. The post was very insightful and entertaining, and led to a great discussion. For those who would like to see and read the original, there's the link: https://www.aconsciousrethink.com/49246/the-art-of-not-caring-too-much-8-simple-ways-to-live-a-happy-life/

Hats off to the author, Steve Phillips-Waller. If you know him, tell him Bill and Vicki said hello, and we really appreciated your post! 

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth
The Practical Path - A Podcast for Personal and Spiritual Growth - EP 024

We've decided to make it a "thing" every week... our little opening story or "Lesson from the Universe." What have we learned - or simply been shown - by the universe in the past week that's made an impression on us. Might be good... might be a little negative. Doesn't matter. Bill and Vicki believe that everything that happens to us in this life has something to learn from, something to grow from. What's that been for you this week? 

Also, Bill found a wonderful article (see the link below) talking about setting personal boundaries in life, even if you are the person that "everyone depends on." For Bill, there's some personal / inward connection as well, as he's working on some "boundary issues" of his own, for himself. A little weird, yes, but check it out. 

BTW, big thanks and shout-out to this blog for the "boundaries" info: https://carachace.com/blog/time-management-people-pleasers

 

There's more as well... you're just going to have to listen in to find out what it is! 

Thanks again for joining us!

With appreciation;
Bill Sklodowski
Vicki Wagoner 

PS#1 - Interested in a personal session with Vicki? She connects with clients everywhere through Zoom and phone call. Get in touch with her via email: VickiWagoner53@gmail.com, phone at 239-248-0586, or visit her Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/vickiwagonerrhepracticalintuitive 

PS#2- Bill is a computer and technology geek...it's something he's passionate about. You can see his iPhone, iPad and computer training videos on YouTube. Here's his channel: Bills iPhone Tips - YouTube

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