Podcast Summary
In this solo episode, host Tim Borys kicks off a new series, 52 Life Lessons – The Wild and Wonderful Path to Personal and Professional Growth. Reflecting on a milestone birthday, Tim shares his perspective on what it truly means to grow—not just older, but wiser.
Drawing from decades of experience as a coach, leader, and lifelong learner, Tim explores the idea that it’s not life itself that teaches us, but our reflection on it. He challenges the myth that experience alone brings wisdom and emphasizes the role of conscious reflection, mindset, and action in turning life’s challenges into opportunities for transformation.
With refreshing honesty and personal insight, Tim lays the groundwork for future episodes, which will each unpack one of 52 powerful life lessons designed to help listeners become more mindful, resilient, and fulfilled in every area of life.
Key Takeaways:
Reflection is the Key to Growth: It’s not experience that teaches us—it’s how we reflect on that experience that matters.
Midlife is a Launchpad, Not a Plateau: Turning 50 can be a powerful moment to pause, take stock, and move forward with intention.
Mindset Shapes Everything: The thoughts we think and the stories we tell ourselves create our reality.
The Power of Small Steps: Consistent reflection and small daily actions lead to lifelong transformation.
This episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders, crisis managers, and anyone interested in creating resilient organizations in today’s unpredictable environment.
Episode Links & Resources
Connect with Tim here:
Website: https://timborys.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timborys/
Business Queries: connect@timborys.com
Book a Meeting: https://timborys.com/book-tim/
Podcast Highlights
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Introduction
The episode opens with host Tim Borys introducing a new solo series titled 52 Life Lessons. Inspired by turning 50, Tim shares that this milestone prompted deep reflection on the experiences, struggles, and victories that shaped who he is today. He invites listeners to join him on a journey of self-discovery and growth, with weekly episodes diving into a specific life lesson.
Why This Series?
Tim explains that people often say, “You learn from experience,” but he believes the real learning comes from reflecting on those experiences. Quoting John Dewey, he reminds us: “We do not learn from experience. We learn from reflecting on experience.” That insight became the foundation of this series.
He reflects on how the coaching industry—and society at large—often overlooks the value of simply taking time to pause and think. This series is his attempt to model and encourage exactly that.
The Mindset Shift
Tim discusses the power of mindset and the importance of being conscious of the inner narrative we carry. He shares a few personal stories of how shifting his mindset allowed him to navigate difficult moments more effectively, and how that skill can be developed by anyone.
He emphasizes that while his own lessons come from 50+ years of life, the value of reflection applies at any age. Whether you’re 20, 40, or 70, conscious reflection helps us learn faster and live better.
The Path Ahead
This episode sets the stage for future solo episodes where Tim will share one life lesson per week. These lessons will touch on topics like resilience, communication, failure, success, identity, purpose, and more.
The goal? To help listeners build their “mental fitness” and live more intentional, empowered lives—at work, at home, and within themselves.
Conclusion
Tim closes with a heartfelt thank you to listeners for joining him on this personal project. He invites everyone to subscribe, reflect, and reach out with their own insights or questions. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a conversation about life, growth, and becoming the best version of ourselves.
