Wit & Wisdom with Tom Greene
Insightful and open-minded pieces conversations that help you see the world with greater clarity. The bi-weekly roadmap to a more intentional and fulfilling life.
Episodes
April 27, 2024 • 9 mins
Today’s kids are the product of the most mental health intervention, the most therapy, the most anti-anxiety meds and the most understanding and empathetic parents in history. But, the kids are also the most anxious, depressed, medicated, lonely, sad and fearful kids in history.
With all this sympathy and intervention, shouldn't our kids be improving? Shouldn't the number of kids suffering from anxiety and depression be going dow...
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April 14, 2024 • 13 mins
The Great Recession in 2008-2009 started a downward trend in the birth rate. The slide continued until we hit an all-time low in fertility 2020. That’s surprising since people were quarantined at home and should’ve been more active in the slap & tickle department.
The US population hit a record low the following year. Not good. So, will the next generation buck the fertility trend in order to save Social Security and Medicare be...
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March 30, 2024 • 10 mins
We are living in terribly polarizing times. But, how did we get here? The answer requires a little history lesson....and a little background in architecture. Yes, architecture.
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March 17, 2024 • 11 mins
It's that time of year in the United States. A time filled with anxiety and, even, dread. Yes, we are in the window each spring when high school seniors (and their parents) anxiously await to see whether Junior got into his "dream school". Yes, an enormous amount of anxiety is in the air. But, what if I told you that none of this really matters? That your kid's success has very little to do with the their college acceptance or e...
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March 4, 2024 • 11 mins
There's a violent cultural shift coming. You can't see it yet, but it's rolling down the track like a speeding freight train. When it hits it will reverberate across the land like rolling thunder on a late summer night. So, what's this violent cultural shift? Tune in to find out.
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February 18, 2024 • 10 mins
If the past few years have taught us anything, it's that life is uncertain. Everything is fluid. Everything. Our health. Our livelihood. Our family. Our politics. Our peace of mind. It's all fluid. Have you already forgotten about the pandemic? I thought so....
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February 3, 2024 • 11 mins
Each season holds meaning in our lives. Some seasons, like spring and summer, create energy with their abundant light. But, winter is a time of rest, stillness and reflection. An opportunity to grow in the midst of uncertainty. It's a metaphor for life. But, fortunately, spring always comes with it's light a green shoots. We evolve stronger, rested and resilient, ready to begin afresh, empowered by the light.
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January 22, 2024 • 10 mins
We live in a constant state of distraction. Awash in information; starving in wisdom.
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January 8, 2024 • 12 mins
Trying to matter can be an inspiration for an enormous amount of goodness. However, it can be a curse if we spend our entire lives trying to matter for the wrong reasons.
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December 10, 2023 • 9 mins
It's the season of giving all around the world. And a great time to focus on those we love and those less fortunate than us. It's also time to recognize the 2023 Altruist of the Year award winner: Jimmy Donaldson. He can cure blindness. How? Well, you're gonna have to tune in to find out.
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November 22, 2023 • 11 mins
It’s the single most important question of every man’s life. And, it’s imperative that you know the answer.
The answer to this single question can provide much needed grounding throughout the course of your life. But, you'll have to listen to find out what it is.
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November 12, 2023 • 12 mins
No matter how you slice it, today's generation of men are lonelier than ever. The pressures of work, marriage and trying to be the "Dadliest Dad" on the planet mean that friendships take a backseat. For most men, there's a sense of guilt associated with maintaining friendships. But, with today's pressures, men need friendships more than ever.
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October 30, 2023 • 13 mins
Tough questions: what do you want the end of your life to look like? Do you prefer heroic measures and last-ditch efforts to save your life, like CPR and intubation? Would you want to pursue every possible clinical pathway to life, regardless of the drastic nature of the procedure or the quality of life that might result? Or, would you prefer to enjoy your last days at home, surrounded by friends and family and music and dogs? T...
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October 16, 2023 • 11 mins
We often think of Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos as our benchmarks of wealth. But, that's like comparing your golf swing to Victor Hovland's golf swing. But, here's the secret. Comparing yourself to these gazillionaires will only leave you feeling inadequate. The simple truth is that if you live in the United States, Canada or Great Britain you are already rich. Crazy rich when you compare our incomes and standard of living to other ...
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October 1, 2023 • 11 mins
The simple truth about men is that our thoughts are not that complex. Most men aren’t thinking about another woman or nuclear fusion or how to cure pancreatic Cancer. In a recent study, researchers established that the average man thinks about sex 19 times a day. (One respondent claimed to think about sex 388 times a day.) But, frankly, most men think about food and sleep a lot more than sex. So, other than these things, what do me...
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September 14, 2023 • 13 mins
Prior to the pandemic, 60% of people worked in an office or other workplace setting. Fast forward a few years and only around 20% of people are back in the office. Listen to this podcast to learn the latest trends following The Great Resignation. Things like Quiet Quitting and Bare Minimum Mondays. If everything is so rosy in the work from home community, why are so many people unhappy at "work"? Lots to uncover in this importa...
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September 6, 2023 • 11 mins
Quick question: What demographic in America has the highest suicide rate? It’s the angsty teens and their social media addiction, right? Wrong. Could it be those middle-aged millennials (25-44)? Nope. Then, it must be the Gen X’ers. Wrong again. The demographic with the highest rate of suicide in the US is..... I guess you'll have to listen to find out.
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August 21, 2023 • 12 mins
I’ve been writing about happiness a lot lately, and as I think back on those articles, I realize they can be boiled down to five secrets. So, here we go!
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August 6, 2023 • 9 mins
Life’s major milestones, like graduating college, getting married, or achieving a promotion, may feel like reaching that proverbial summit. Here’s the thing though, reaching those milestones is only half the journey. It’s just the beginning of the trek down Mt. Everest. Reaching them is like the starter’s pistol for a new chapter, whether it’s a new career, raising a family, or proving you deserved that promotion. Achieving the goa...
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July 24, 2023 • 7 mins
There are instances when worrying can be constructive. I call it “constructive anxiety.” For example, it can help you prepare for something important, like delivering a speech in front of a large audience. Moderate levels of worry can help mentally prepare you for stressful tasks. However, excessive worry drains your energy and instills fear, making it a potentially distracting emotion when used in excess. But, is worry really wort...
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