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Show Notes
In this inspiring episode of 5 Minutes of Peace, we’re joined by special guest Rand Selig, who shares reflections drawn from his book, Thriving: How to Create a Healthier, Happier, and More Prosperous Life.
Rand opens with a powerful metaphor: there are two wolves inside each of us—one fueled by joy, love, and happiness, and the other fueled by anger, hate, and greed. The question is simple, but life-changing:
Which wolf are you feeding?
From there, Rand speaks directly to something many people quietly carry: the moment when success on paper no longer matches how you feel inside. Even with growth, productivity, and accomplishment, you may feel disconnected, drained, or unsure whether this is what “making it” was supposed to feel like.
Rand reminds us that true thriving doesn’t always come from a new strategy—it often begins with deeper self-awareness, emotional healing, and honest inner work.
In this episode, Rand explores:
- How to redefine success beyond money, titles, and external outcomes
- The difference between being busy and being fulfilled
- Why purpose isn’t something you “find,” but something you create
- How small acts of meaning, done consistently, can transform a life
- The power of language and how simple vocabulary shifts can change your mindset
- (like “I have to” vs. “I get to”)
- Why thriving requires conscious choices, not autopilot living
- A memorable question to reflect on: Who is driving your bus?
Rand closes with an uplifting invitation to live with courage, openness, and presence—encouraging listeners to choose love, take responsibility, and step fully into the life they want to create.
To learn more about Rand and his work, visit randselig.com or connect with him on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/randek.
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