Send us a textSummaryIn this episode, Andrew and Kathryn reflect on the New Year, discussing their personal growth, the challenges of public interactions, and the impact of age on patience. They explore the importance of setting goals, navigating holiday expectations, and the frustrations of everyday life. The conversation also touches on corporate culture and the quest for peace in a noisy world, emphasizing the need for kindness and understanding in society.Chapters00:00 New Year Reflections and Rituals02:27 The Value of New Year's Resolutions05:04 Consumerism and Holiday Traditions07:44 Personal Growth and Patience10:18 Family Traditions and New Year's Celebrations13:08 Navigating Social Situations and Patience19:50 The Art of Courtesy in Public Spaces28:08 Frustrations of Everyday Interactions35:03 Navigating Personal Space and Public Behavior39:40 The Rudeness of Public Behavior41:49 Struggles with Kindness in Society43:37 Corporate Culture and Employee Well-being45:57 The Decline of Corporate Care48:14 Trust Issues with Corporations50:45 The Need for Corporate Overhaul53:09 Seeking Peace and Calm in a Noisy World54:47 Finding Creativity and Joy in Life56:12 Looking Forward to a Better YearTakeawaysIt's important to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new one.Not everyone values New Year's resolutions, but they can be a helpful tool for some.The commercialization of holidays can lead to unnecessary stress and pressure.Public interactions can be frustrating, especially when people lack courtesy.As we age, we may find ourselves with less patience for certain behaviors.Finding calmness and peace is essential in today's noisy world.Corporate culture often neglects employee well-being and growth.It's crucial to protect one's mental health and peace of mind.Creative outlets can provide a sense of fulfillment and joy.Engaging in meaningful conversations can help navigate societal frustrations.KeywordsNew Year, goal setting, patience, public interactions, corporate culture, personal growth, mental health, peace, everyday frustrations, holiday expectationsSupport the show