Motivation Monday - Have Some Humility!!!

Cousin Ed’s Corner

Today, We're talking about those conversations that make you uncomfortable but are absolutely necessary? Well, I had one of those with my son recently, and it taught both of us some powerful lessons about humility, growth, and what it really means to live up to our potential. In this Motivational Monday episode, I'm opening up about a pretty intense father-son conversation that started with me calling out my son for just "getting by" when I knew he had so much more to offer. What happened next completely surprised me and reminded me why having the courage to engage in difficult conversations - and the wisdom to receive them with humility - can be life-changing.

I'm sharing this personal story because I know we've all been there - on both sides of these tough conversations. Whether you're the one giving feedback or receiving it, there's something powerful that happens when we learn to pause, evaluate, and respond with an open heart instead of a defensive stance. My son's journey from "ten toes down" defensiveness to coming back the next day with humble acknowledgment shows us all what real growth looks like. This isn't just about parenting or coaching - this is about how we show up in life when someone we trust tells us something we might not want to hear.

So tune in as I break down why these hard conversations are necessary, how to know your audience, and most importantly, how to create space for real transformation to happen. Whether you're a parent, coach, mentor, or someone working on your own personal development, this episode will challenge you to examine how you handle feedback and embrace the uncomfortable conversations that lead to breakthrough moments. Don't sleep on this one - your growth depends on it.