This month, I was invited to be a guest on the Solo podcast! The host said that I had an “interesting story tell and have a thoughtful approach to life”. The more I think about my story and answers to some of the questions I anticipate, the more I think, “Yeah. Maybe.”
I’m not ambivalent about doing the podcast – I’m stoked to do it. It will be fun to speak to Peter and his other guest. It’s an honor that he even considered me as a guest. I have a feeling it will be one of the highlights of my year.
I’m just not so sure that my participation will be one of the highlights of anyone else’s year.
I can make my story sound dramatic. I’ve had my share of tragic events, comedic stumbles and unexpected turn-arounds. I spent half of my working years honing my abilities to present, speak, convince and engage with others. My life history is interesting. My current life story though, not so much.
I’m a homebody and mostly a loner. My time, energy and thoughts all revolve around individual intrinsic goals and activities. Today my life is drama free– intentionally. I’m a quiet guy who lives a simple, solo life.
The host is a semi-famous tenured professor, researcher, published author and podcaster. He’s written several books, has tons of friends and associates and is engaged in building a new business.
The other guest is a world traveler. I don’t know much about her, but from our limited email exchanges I already know she’s probably lived and visited more countries than I would ever consider. She’s likely highly educated and in the midst of a thriving professional career too.
And you know me – I’m early retired. My days of adventure and ambition are behind me. (Thank God – who I don’t believe in).
But, I’m not the least bit worried or anxious about the podcast. I’ll prep some answers in advance. I’ll have a list of bullet points and subjects for discussion. I’ll have my tech & sound setup ready.
My plan is to suit up, show up, listen attentively and be myself.
I’m not particularly charming. My voice sounds like a hybrid of Kermit the Frog and Fozzy Bear. As much as I want to be, I’m not funny.
Hopefully, I won’t put anyone to sleep.
But, if I do, so be it.
I’m OK with that and it won’t be the end of the world for any of us.