Derate The Hate

Wilk

Bettering the world one attitude at a time. We did not create the hate, but together, we can Derate The Hate! In a world filled with divisiveness, and dominated by F.O.G. (Fear, Outrage & Grievance), it's time we find a better way to engage. That all starts with each of us as individuals. We cannot control all that we encounter within our day to day lives, or the environment in which we live, but we certainly have the ability and responsibility to control how we react to it. For me, it starts with gratitude and personal accountability. Take a listen and see if there is something here to help you in taking your part in turning down the hate. Welcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast...

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Episode 16: Memories, Make Them Good

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08/07/20 • 13 min

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Welcome back my friends! Wilk here again from WilksWorld.com with Episode 16 of our #DerateTheHate podcast talking about not only making good memories, but more importantly, sharing those good times in life on Facebook so when they pop up as memories one, two or several years down the road, you have something good to look back on instead of all the negativity.
We may be living through some of the most turbulent times in human history, and my beautiful wife made a fantastic point the other day in a post on Facebook. As anyone who is a regular listener knows, or who has read some of my blog at WilksOpinion.com, I oftentimes refer to social media as a dumpster fire of Hate, Lies and Misinformation. My wife's post from the other day speaks for itself and read as follows:
"My little guy!...where does the time go? I love these memories and posts that remind me of times years ago and looking back on them.

He is now 11 and, right now, is with his scout patrol working on balloon rockets in the park. While I sit here and watch the young man I’m raising, and watching other families playing with their children, I can’t help but be thankful for theses little reminders that pop up every day.

There is a reason I don’t post anything about our current state of affairs, political and/or virus related. I see my own relatives and friends going fist for fist arguing about who is right or wrong and why. I frankly can’t stand it and I don’t even look at their posts anymore.

A year from now, two years, five..I want to see memories with my children, my husband and my family. I look forward to these memories and posts year to year!

Are you looking forward to yours?"
With that I'm going to say, when you can get back out among each other, be kind to one another, be grateful for everything you've got, and make each and every day the day that you want it to be! We'll catch you next week...

What have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make the world a better place? The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for everything you’ve got. Make each and every day the day that you want it to be!

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Episode 10: Yes is Easy, but No is the Right Answer

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06/26/20 • 16 min

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Welcome back my friends to the Derate the Hate podcast. Wilk here from WilksWorld.com with the 10th episode of our podcast. I cannot believe it's been 10 weeks since we started this podcast. I want to express my sincere appreciation for all those who are supporting us and our podcast. If you would please, jump on a computer or laptop and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a review, and of course, share us with your friends or whoever you may think would benefit!
OK, so in episode 10 I'm pointing out something that has been one of my greatest flaws as someone who tends to be a people pleaser. All too often, many of us find it easier to say YES when the answer really should be NO. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where someone asked you a favor, or to do something you really didn't want to or didn't have the time to do, but you said yes anyway, almost out of instinct. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Many of us find ourselves saying yes to things we should not simply because we don't want to appear rude or confrontational, but saying NO is not rude, it is necessary in many situations...
Saying yes when we should have said no can lead to animosity, resentment and to some degree degrade our self-worth leading to one of the worst kinds of hate, self-hate. As an adult, we are responsible for our own happiness and as such have to take accountability for our actions. If we say yes to doing something that we should have said no to, we have taken what first appears to be the easy route but leads to worse consequences. This concept is also important in parenting where NO is often the correct answer but for the sake of ease we choose the easy YES and a prime parenting opportunity is lost to an emotional response where a logical solution was needed. This is something I personally have worked hard to correct in my life and hopefully something I say in this episode can steer you in the right direction.
In this weeks feel good story I talk about the young Tetreau sisters in Kelowna, B.C. who's lemonade stand went missing under questionable circumstances and a stranger came to the rescue and built them a new one. This great stor

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Episode 8: Misery Loves Company

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06/11/20 • 17 min

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Welcome back my friends! Wilk from WilksWorld.com here with Episode 8 of the Derate the Hate podcast. We all know at least one person that has a complete inability to see the positive in anything, someone that has nothing positive to say and is always spreading negativity. In this episode I talk about how being positive in the initial part of any conversation can guide the way that conversation can go and the chain reaction effect of positivity or negativity in the people with which you may be interacting. Much like the financial principle that you are the average of the 5 people you associate with most, it is my opinion that you are incapable of being a happy and positive person if the people you associate with most are always negative and miserable. I have a sign in my office that says "3 ways to fail at everything in life" 1. Complain about everything 2. Never be grateful 3. Blame others for your problems. I contend that those who are constantly complaining about everything are both incapable of being happy and will always be a failure. One may have temporary successes such as athletes and movie stars and so forth, but if they are doing nothing but complaining, they are miserable people and are truly failures at life. Whether famous or not, someone who complains all the time is not someone to be around or they will bring you down with them...
Surround yourself whenever possible with positive people, those who have the ability to spread cheer and positivity rather than constant misery and negativity. If you don't, soon you will be the one that is spreading nothing but misery, because as I've said, Misery Loves Company.
Whenever you get the opportunity to get out among the people, be kind to each other, be grateful for everything you've got, and remember that it's up to you to make each day the day you want it to be!

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Episode 5: You Made Me Mad!

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05/21/20 • 18 min

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Welcome back my friends! Wilk from WilksWorld.com here and in episode 5, I am talking about emotions and the importance of not allowing emotions to dictate our actions. Many years ago, my father and I were discussing some issues I was dealing with at the time. He said something that stuck with me from that point on but never fully understood until many years later when I first heard of Austrian Psychotherapist and Holocaust survivor Viktor Frankl and his teachings that one cannot always control what happens to them, but they can control how they react to it (paraphrasing). Emotions can be a very tricky thing, and to truly be happy and to be someone that is pleasant for others to be around, my life experience has taught me that you must become the master of your emotions instead of allowing your emotions to dictate your actions. Nobody can "make" you do anything, and by conquering your emotions, you no longer allow the actions of others to be any kind of guiding principle on how you react. By becoming self-accountable, you become the master of your own domain, so to speak.
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Above all things, be kind to each other, be grateful every day for what you've got, and remember, it's up to you to make each day what you want it to be.

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Where Confidence & Arrogance Differ, & Why Being Kind Always Matters... DTH Episode 215 with Alan Lazaros

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06/12/24 • 43 min

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Where Confidence & Arrogance Differ, & Why Being Kind Always Matters
Today, Wilk is joined by Alan Lazaros, who shares his remarkable journey of overcoming adversity and trauma to achieve true success and fulfillment. Alan emphasizes the crucial distinction between confidence and arrogance, underscoring that genuine confidence comes from self-reflection and healing past wounds, not from professional achievements alone.
Alan’s story highlights the importance of balancing personal development with professional success, illustrating that inner fulfillment is essential for overall well-being. He explores themes of empathy, compassion, and understanding, urging listeners to approach others with kindness and recognize that everyone is fighting their own battles.
The conversation also delves into issues like bullying, self-belief, and the need for therapy and mindset work to build self-worth. Alan's insights serve as a powerful reminder that fulfilled individuals do not harm others and that it is our responsibility to lead by example with kindness and respect.
Takeaways:

Adversity can be a catalyst for personal growth and transformation.
There is a crucial difference between confidence and arrogance; true confidence stems from inner fulfillment.
Confronting past traumas and engaging in self-reflection are essential for personal development.
Balancing professional and personal growth is crucial for long-term success and well-being.
Approach others with empathy and compassion, as everyone is battling something.
Bullying often stems from trauma and low self-belief; it’s important to stand up to bullies without becoming one.
Personal growth, therapy, and mindset work are key to building self-worth and achieving goals.
Fulfilled people do not hurt others, and it is our duty to lead by example with kindness and respect.

So Meta
Inspiring stories of resilience: overcoming struggles, finding purpose, transforming lives

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If Your Life Sucks, It's Your Fault, Change It... DTH Episode 184 with Nico Lagan

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10/26/23 • 44 min

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If Your Life Sucks, It's Your Fault, Change It
Masculinity, in and of itself, is not toxic; it is a complex and multifaceted aspect of identity. However, men are undeniably influenced by the role models they look up to while growing up. If they choose toxic individuals as mentors, they may inadvertently follow a path of toxicity. The key to positive masculinity lies in fostering purpose and a sense of meaning in one's life. When men have a clear sense of purpose, they are more likely to make choices that align with their values and ideals, regardless of societal expectations. Ultimately, we have the agency to shape our destiny and the life we want to live by selecting mentors and role models who embody the virtues and values we wish to emulate. Join Wilk and Nico Lagan in their discussion that starts with "toxic masculinity" but goes into so much more. You may just come away realizing, "if your life sucks, it's your fault, change it."
Who is Nico Lagan?
Nico Lagan is a Social Media Strategist, Men's Coach, Author & Podcaster who engages thought-provoking discussions on masculinity, conservative news, common sense insights, politics, humor, stoicism, Gnosticism, Christianity. He is not your typical internet influencer. Nico is someone who dives deep in the pursuit of understanding of ancient masculinity, staying informed about conservative news, and finding humor in the world, all within the context of Christian values. I am honored to call Nico a friend and have him as my guest on this week's DTH podcast.
Learn more about and connect with Nico Lagan by checking out the show notes for this episode at DerateTheHate.com.
What have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make the world a better place? The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us leading a better life. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for everything you’ve got. Make each and every day the day that you want it to be!

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Episode 21: Say No to Losers, Go No Drama for the Win

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09/10/20 • 18 min

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Welcome back my friends for episode 21 of our Derate the Hate podcast. Wilk here from WilksWorld.com for another edition of our podcast looking to Better the World One Attitude at a Time! I'll ask again, what have you done today to make the world a better place? What have you done today to make your life a better life?
This week 2 things happened in my personal life that really hit home for me because it reiterated the idea that life is way too short to be unhappy, way too short for DRAMA. I don't necessarily want to say that losers are always looking for drama, though that may be the case, but those that are always looking to instigate drama tend to spend an awful lot of time losing. If you don't want to be a loser, and you want to win the hearts and minds of those with whom you disagree, you must go #NoDrama for the win!
This week's feel good story starts on one side of the country but involves the other side of our country. How's that you say. A man in New Jersey with aspirations of someday living in California spends time watching San Diego beach cameras on the web. One night, or early morning something special caught his attention. Two men in a mini-van were cleaning the beach and it struck him as something out of the ordinary. He made contact with a local news organization out of San Diego to find out more and thank these guys for what they were doing. It turns out these are 2 homeless men that live in this mini-van with their dog and they clean up after all the beach goers and partiers because they want it to stay beautiful and it's the right thing to do. You can see more about this uplifting story and these 2 extraordinary gentleman, David Hendon and Marc Gervais here.
With that I'm going to wrap it up and back on out of here for this week and say, be kind to one another, be grateful for everything you've got, and remember that it is ultimately up to you to make each and every day the day that you want it to be!
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Episode 23: Keeping the Peace, Peace of Mind

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09/24/20 • 17 min

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Welcome back my friends, Wilk here from WilksWorld.com with episode 23 of our Derate the Hate podcast and this week it's all about keeping the peace, not only between us and others but keeping our peace of mind.
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OK, so keeping the peace. Back in Episode 12: Be Proactive, Be Responsible, which was the first of a series I did on the book, "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Dr. Stephen Covey, I talked about being responsible, able to choose our response. Much along those same lines, we must understand that it is totally upon us to keep from getting in arguments and bicker sessions that will prove to have no positive result. In a conversation I had many years ago with my departed father I asked, "Dad, what do you hold sacred?". His answer is something I will never forget, he said, "My sanity, my peace of mind."
Is arguing with those who's minds you will never change really the way to keep the peace? Is bickering back and forth with someone who's attitude you cannot change going to make things better for either of you? Does that argument or bicker session make you any more right or them any more wrong? Is this really the way to give you more peace of mind? I think not, I know not...
What have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make this world a better place? This weeks feel good story was sent to me by my Mother-in-Law and it's about a magical relationship between 2 youngsters that is highlighted in a post on our Derate the Hate Facebook page. This story begins when the soon to be parents of Cooper Hyde find out their son has multiple physical/health issues including down syndrome. They prayed for God to give them strength to get through their coming journey and in so many ways those prayers have been, and continue

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Episode 32: Giving Thanks, It's Not Just a One Day a Year Event

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11/26/20 • 21 min

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Welcome back my friends for this Thanksgiving week episode of the Derate the Hate podcast. Wilk here again with episode 32 naturally talking this week about giving thanks and being grateful, not just on Thanksgiving, but every day of the year.
Thanksgiving was always one of my favorite holidays growing up. It was always instilled in me as a child to be grateful, but Thanksgiving was my favorite because it seemed that was the holiday that meant we got to see most of our family. Don't get me wrong, other holidays were great as well, but they seemed to be more isolated to my immediate family. It was Thanksgiving where more of the extended family, like aunts, uncles and cousins seemed to get together. Some of us would go out hunting while others would stay back and cook the meal. Then later in the day we'd all get together, say our blessing and eat a huge meal together.
Family is undoubtedly one of the things in this life that I am most grateful for. It seems like too often these days that holidays are the only real time families get together, and that is a bit sad. It brings to mind the idea that some only express thanks and gratitude on the holiday of Thanksgiving. The reality of it is we should be expressing our gratitude for all our blessings each and every day.
This holiday season, many families will not be able to spend time together for Thanksgiving, but that does not mean we should not be expressing gratitude. We all face every day challenges and struggles, but there is always something to be grateful for. We must not allow those things that are out of our control to control our emotions, so we must focus on what's positive in our lives. No matter your struggle, there is always something to be grateful for. I believe gratitude is a major key in happiness and happiness is key in making a better life. When we as individuals make our lives better, we in turn make the world a better place.
This week's feel good story comes from the Washington Post. As a dad, the title jumped out to me and the content was much better than the cheesy title implied. The article, "It started as a macho bake-off between dads. Months late

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Thanksgiving, a Time For Gratitude... Replay of DTH Classic Episode 53

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11/22/23 • 25 min

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Thanksgiving, a Time For Gratitude
Thanksgiving serves as a poignant reminder that gratitude should not be confined to a single day but embraced every day. This special occasion, however, magnifies the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the blessings in our lives. Beyond the festive feast and familial gatherings, Thanksgiving cultivates a spirit of thankfulness that ideally extends into our daily routines. It prompts reflection on the multitude of reasons to be grateful, encouraging a mindset where appreciation becomes a constant companion. In essence, while Thanksgiving provides a dedicated moment for gratitude, it serves as a catalyst for fostering an ongoing attitude of thankfulness in our hearts, reminding us to cherish life's abundant gifts each day.
For the full show notes for Episode 53, Click the link below:
https://deratethehate.com/episodes/episode-53-attitude-of-gratitude-and-personal-accountability-challenge-1-year-anniversary-episode-448What have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make the world a better place? The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us leading a better life. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for everything you’ve got. Make each and every day the day that you want it to be!

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Derate The Hate currently has 254 episodes available.

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The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Happiness, Society & Culture, Accountability, Mental Health, Wisdom, Podcasts and Gratitude.

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The episode title 'Humility & Free Speech Are Fundamental Prerequisites For Trust In Science... DTH Episode 174 with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya' is the most popular.

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The average episode length on Derate The Hate is 36 minutes.

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