Meaningful lessons about presence come from a small town, a song about home, and a herd of cattle. Ryan joins us to unpack how curiosity, optimism, and a willingness to be embarrassed can quietly reshape the way we work, travel, and connect. From Mora’s “it’s a small world” gravity to the way music drags old memories into the present, he shows how paying close attention turns ordinary life into a field guide for joy.We dive into his airport habit—treating terminals like VIP rooms for human stories—and why talking to strangers works better than doomscrolling. Ryan explains how embarrassment can be a tool instead of a trap, how to lead with clearer “why” and timelines, and why optimism is less a personality type and more a trainable skill. His farming life is a masterclass in calm: animals mirror our energy, pressure creates chaos, and five seconds of patience can save the day. That same mindset travels into teams and meetings where ownership and clarity beat assumptions every time.The conversation also gets wonderfully nerdy about perception. A favorite film, Interstate 60, becomes a jumping-off point for seeing what we expect versus what’s there—like spotting your “new car” everywhere once you care to notice. Ryan’s take on faith is grounded and lived: gratitude-heavy prayer, God’s fingerprints in soil and agates, and a desire to be the same person on Sunday and Saturday. We close on finite time, the quiet sacredness of ordinary nights with a beloved dog, and the simple power of a smile that refuses to quit.If this episode nudged you to try one new conversation, reframe one hard moment, or notice one more detail on your drive, share it with a friend. Subscribe for more stories about curiosity, work, and wonder, and leave a review to tell us what shifted for you.

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