The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
Eric Tomeo
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What is The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest about?
"The Better" podcast explores how to live a more fulfilling life. We delve into stories of individuals and communities who have found ways to build meaningful connections, live with purpose, and truly rest. We believe that a better life, filled with joy, meaning, and connection, is possible for everyone
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Winging It: Letting Systems Fail
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
01/23/25 • 13 min
What if our search for the perfect formula is keeping us from experiencing something better? From parenting books to religious systems, we keep trying to reduce life's complexities into step-by-step guides. But what if these attempts at control are actually preventing us from experiencing the relationship we're seeking? In this episode, we explore why our systems keep failing us and what it might mean to let them fail.
#PersonalGrowth #Faith #Relationships #SystemsThinking #Spirituality #Wisdom #Authenticity
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction: The Parenting Books Problem
2:41 - Working with Teenagers: The Pattern Emerges
4:02 - Welcome to The Better
4:28 - Dogs and Relationships: Creating Space for Connection
6:30 - Washing Dishes
7:07 - Why Religious Systems Fall Short
8:58 - The Mathematics Analogy
10:12 - Moving Beyond Understanding
11:14 - What We Really Want: Relationship Over Rules
11:54 - Holding Frameworks Loosely
12:54 - Closing Thoughts: The Better as Relationship
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Shortcuts: Why Our Solutions Often Fail
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01/04/25 • 14 min
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The Middle of the Mountain: Living Between Two Worlds
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12/22/24 • 14 min
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The Better Mandela Effect: How Unexpected Love Transforms Reality
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12/12/24 • 12 min
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King and Kolbe: When Better Breaks Through
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
11/20/24 • 15 min
Can beauty emerge from humanity's darkest moments? Through the powerful stories of Maximilian Kolbe in Auschwitz and Martin Luther King Jr.'s final speech, explore how accessing a deeper reality can transform even the most desperate situations. Host Eric Tomeo examines how ordinary people find extraordinary courage and create lasting change. Essential for those seeking hope and purpose in challenging times.
Discuss & Reflect:
1. How does someone find the strength to become vulnerable in the darkest situations?
2. Where have you seen small acts of vulnerability create unexpected transformation?
3. What prevents you from living "in two realities" like MLK described?
Opening Story: Munster Monastery (00:00)
Kolbe's Story (03:05)
Analysis: Living in Two Realities (06:43)
MLK's Mountain Story (10:24)
Closing & Application (12:38)
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Aliens and Death in the Badlands: How Fear Keeps Us from Community
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
10/31/24 • 15 min
What happens when fear meets faith on a dark highway? Through a gripping midnight journey through the Badlands, host Eric Tomeo explores how our fears and perceived dangers keep us from experiencing true community. Discover the paradox of vulnerability and security, and how sacrificial love can transform our relationships. For anyone wrestling with fear, trust, and the desire for genuine connection.
Opening Story: Driving Through Badlands (00:00)
Theme Introduction: Fear & Danger (03:39)
Main Concept: Security & Vulnerability (04:51)
Analysis: Real vs. Perceived Threats (09:04)
Closing: The Path Forward (13:56)
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A Picture of the Better: Finding Paradise in the Present
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
06/18/24 • 13 min
What if paradise isn't just a future dream, but a reality we can experience now? Through ancient wisdom and modern insight, explore what true rest, genuine community, and meaningful purpose look like. Host Eric Tomeo unpacks how vulnerability and security work together to create transformation in our lives. Essential listening for those seeking deeper meaning and authentic relationships.
Opening Story: Escape Radio Show (00:00)
Another Story: That Thing (04:08)
Main Concept: Universal Paradise (06:00)
Truth: Garden Story (07:12)
Analysis: Vulnerability & Security (09:13)
Closing: Looking Ahead (12:05)
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Better is Possible: Why We're All Searching for Something More
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest
06/04/24 • 12 min
Why do we all believe in a better world, even when everything seems broken? Join host Eric Tomeo as he explores our universal search for meaning, purpose, and genuine community. From daily news overload to life's deepest questions, discover how the 'better' we're all seeking might be more accessible than we think. Perfect for anyone interested in personal growth, spiritual development, and finding authentic purpose in a chaotic world.
Opening Story: Sunday Newspaper (00:00)
Tension: Our Search for the Better (02:15)
Introduction: Host and Podcast Purpose (04:49)
Main Concept: Paradise & Physical Reality (07:28)
Closing: Next Episode Preview (12:05)
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Jesus: The Gift of a Vulnerable God
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02/18/25 • 14 min
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Podcast Q&A
Why did you start this show?
The seed for 'The Better' was planted while I was wrestling with big questions: How can we live lives of true community, purpose, and rest? Is it even possible? My research revealed that it is, and I became determined to create something that explored these ideas with the depth of C.S. Lewis' Mere Christianity and the captivating sound of Radiolab or This American Life. I knew I wanted to avoid the typical interview format and instead delve into deep questions in an engaging and unexpected way.
What do you hope listeners gain from listening to your show?
My ultimate hope for 'The Better' is that listeners don't just learn about a better way to live, but actually experience it. I want the show to be more than just information; I want it to be a catalyst for transformation. I want listeners to feel a shift within themselves – a deeper sense of peace, a renewed sense of purpose, and a stronger connection to the relationships that give them true security, the kind of security that breeds vulnerability.
Which episode should someone start with?
Start with Episode 1. This show builds on itself, so don't start in the middle of the conversation.
Which have been your favourite episodes so far?
My favorite right now is probably Episode 4. It is a turning point for the show.
What is your favourite other podcast that isn't yours?
This American Life.
Tell us a bit about yourself
I've always loved storytelling, but my ideas felt trapped in my head. I needed an outlet. I was drawn to podcasts like This American Life, but none explored the questions I was wrestling with: How can we find meaning and connection? I realized I needed to create the show I wanted to hear – a show that delves into these questions and shares compelling stories about the human experience.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest have?
The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest currently has 9 episodes available.
What topics does The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest cover?
The podcast is about Purpose, Society & Culture, Personal Growth, Spirituality, Faith, Community, Wisdom, Personal Development, Religion & Spirituality, Transformation, Podcasts and Philosophy.
What is the most popular episode on The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest?
The episode title 'Shortcuts: Why Our Solutions Often Fail' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest?
The average episode length on The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest is 14 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest released?
Episodes of The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest are typically released every 19 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest?
The first episode of The Better: True Community, Purpose, and Rest was released on Jun 4, 2024.
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