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You probably realize once it's too late that you're now sitting in the results of your bad decision. But, why, and HOW did you get here? And, why and HOW can you prevent this in the future? Website: SIDMEDIA.NET Resonate, twice monthly newsletter (free): https://justins-newsletter-29a568.beehiiv.com/subscribe Shop my suggestions: https://www.sidmedia.net/store-1 IG:  @SaturdayisDadurdaym...

This week, it's all about the lessons to learn.  Right now, in this moment,,,this is her childhood. Put the phone down , pay attention, be involved . Every time you get frustrated at spilled water or “it’s time for a bath” and there is a struggle, my lesson is that this….these moments are what is going to shape her inner voice. All of my reactions and my attitude help create and shape her chi...

Hello everyone, a quick update here. Starting in October, a refreshed version of all things SID Media will be hitting the channel. I still have several videos coming out over the next two months. Thanks for the support and see ya soon! SID Media Life advice. Cooking vids. Book reviews. Product reviews. @saturdayisdadurdaymedia on YouTube and IG   Check out this related video:  https://youtu.be/Qty...

This week,  I take a break from my regularly scheduled programming to bring you...my pet peeves! Can you relate? Check out this related video: https://youtu.be/QtyASmEZ2F4?si=w_yRSENYi3L5-Ljw  Check out the Story. Lesson. Advice. Podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/919333/14216914  Have a topic suggestion for the show? Email me at saturdayisdadurday@gmail.com  Creatine Monogydrate gummies: Gr...

In this week's episode, I discuss not dwelling on your problems and the issues that result if you do.    For the sponsor I wish I had, it's all about the Dr….Dr. Scholl's Plantar Fasciitis Pain Refilf Orthotic Insoles: Affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4eK2YDp   Just the Tip: Match your cutting board and knife to the food.   Whisper In @attractions360 Check out this related video:  ht...

In this week's episode I discuss my stress max limit and how I told my boss that I didn't want to work there anymore…what is yours? When was the last time you reached your breaking point in life where you could not handle one.more.thing.   For the lesson, it's all about creating a system for recognizing and managing your stress…because, it's going to happen again.   The advice,...

In this week's episode, I discuss the importance of managing the people, places and things in your life.  The Story: Why was I thrown out of a bar by a bouncer on a double date when I was over 40 years old?  The Lesson: It's time to prune the tree. The Advice: Sometimes it is easier to identify what you don't want in your life rather than what you do want...so start there.  Sponsor...

In this week's episode, I discuss the story of the guy I golfed with that carried $5,000 in cash on him in his wallet...why? For the lesson, it's simple...stop trying to impress strangers. What is our fascination with wanting to make sure complete strangers are in awe of us - our cars, our houses, our watches...I've been guilty of this to the 'nth degree...have you? The advice...

In this week's episode, I discuss the story of the nail in the head. And, my own version of that story with my wife. For the lesson, it boils down to realizing it is not about us and our ability to solve a problem.  The advice: simple...seek first to understand rather than to be understood.  Sponsor I Wish I Had: Canva.com Just the Tip: Using a gram scale for measuring food. Whisper In: @Oliv...

In this week's episode, I discuss the story of my time spent in three different cities. What did I do? Well, instead of enjoying the cities to the fullest, I was constantly focused on the wrong things. The lesson I learned is to enjoy the moment for what it is, not focus on what it isn't.   The advice that I would give myself is that the more I give meaning to meaningless things, the mor...

In this episode, I discuss the story of our kitchen table (now well in its mid-30's) and how the memories there shaped my childhood and are currently shaping my daughter's childhood. For the lesson, it's all about the hear and now...that's right...hear your child, be present, be involved...right now is your child's childhood and how you respond, act, and exist with that he...

In this special episode (I day after my birthday), I briefly discuss some of the best advice from Season Two.  From standing up for yourself to not getting caught in the loop of self-sabotage to realizing how overrated 'loyalty' is to living at the intersection of cost and value, I provide some (hopefully thoughtful) life advice that anyone can use.  See you next week with a traditional...

This week, I discuss the story of my high school basketball experience and how it led to people taking away my happiness. Dealing with bullies is never easy, but learning how to do it can you tremendously in life.  For the lesson, it's all about how sometimes life is not fair. People are not fair. How we learn how to deal with  that will help us in life.  If you believe that you are on the ri...

In this week’s episode I talk about how creating a safe space for our children is critical for them to be able to decompress and be themselves. Often times, our kids are holding it together and when they get in our orbit, they just need to release and relax. Be aware of your frustrations with their behavior and recognize when they just need to blow off some steam. For the lesson, I realized that a...

What a story today! My dad, an attorney in a small town in Michigan, decided to buy a sports flooring company in Boston? Yeah, I don't even know what to say. Starting a business, buying a business, taking your career or life in a different direction CAN be great. However, beyond just 'knowing your why', it is critical to actually KNOW you why - the real, deep down, self motivating r...

In this week's episode I discuss how I was nearly set to join a fraternity that I wasn't really loving..until I stopped and realized that I had the choice to do my own thing. Oh, and I was dressed like Mr. Potato Head. In this clip, the 'lesson' I learned from starting a frat was to NOT compromise principles in order to fit in or belong. I was 'this close' to joining...

Today, I discuss how I was forced into a job I wasn't ready for. Knowing I wasn't ready for the role and didn't have the right skill set didn't stop my boss from pushing me into the role.  Also, how the finding of a job is all about fit. The skill set you have needs to match the one job requires. Too often companies equate success in one job with success in another, which doesn...

Today is a departure from my weekly format. I wanted to say, "Nice to Meet You" and tell you a bit about myself. One the ways for us to get to know each other is through movies. So, here are 10 of my favorites with a personal story to go along with each.  Music by purple-planet.com music by Wondershare Filmora 12 SIDMEDIA.net @saturdayisdadurdaymedia on IG @Saturdayisdadurdaymedia on You...

In this week’s episode, the focus is on loyalty - is it overrated or not? After a difficult exit from a cooking job and having my father pass away, my perspective on loyalty was changed.  For the Sponsor I Wish I Had, I am talking about Urban Armor Gear - incredibly durable phone cases that are light as a feather and look slick as hell.  For the Just the Tip Segment, block scheduling is on the men...

This week, I discuss my first successful business I started when I was a kid, the lessons I learned from adding too many employees and the advice I would give myself back then - something I use daily today.  Sponsor I Wish I Had: Blenders Eyewear - premium polarized sunglasses at an affordable price. blenderseyewear.com @blenders on IG Just the Tip: Adding salt at the end when you're cooking...

Have you ever given a gift that was very, very disliked by the person who received it? Well, that's what happened to me...with a customer from work.  I learned a valuable lesson about not getting too comfortable with your customers.  Also, there are no shortcuts to being successful.  Sponsor I Wish I Had: Epicurean cutting boards epicurean.com @epicurean_usa on IG Just the Tip: Building a piz...

For my Whisper In segment, I 'whisper in' (shout out) Jeremy Scott Fitness - a great IG account and brick and mortar fitness studio in the Scottsdale, AZ area. https://www.jeremyscottfitness.com/ @jeremyscottfitness on IG I Whisper In a great Star Wars themed IG and YouTube account called Finding the Force, hosted by Obi Dad Kenobi.   @finding_the_force_ig on IG  I Whisper In a fruit you...

With the Just the Tip segment, I offer a simple car rental tip for your next family trip.  For the Just the Tip segment, it’s all about size…watch sizing.  For the Just the Tip segment, I offer some help on using foods that are inherently salty and/or peppery as an enhancement to salt and pepper.  For the Just the Tip segment, it's all about reamoratizing of your mortgage.  The Just The Tip s...

Sponsor I Wish I Had, I talk all about Spiceology - The Periodic Table of Flavor. Great spices, seasoning and rubs that I use every week. https://spiceology.com/ @spiceology on IG Sponsor I Widh I Had, I talk about Melin Hats - worth the price as they look great, hold their shape and last forever. https://melin.com/ @melin on IG Sponsor I Wish I Had, I pump up Prepared Hero and their offering of s...

Today, I discuss our engagement story - how we both had certain (and different) expectations and how that can hurt your journey in life.  I also discuss my own expectations and why, for some reason, I think I can have expectations that don't align with my lifestyle. Sponsor I Wish I Had: Ultima Replenisher  Grab one here from my affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3VpXG8D Just The Tip: How to coo...