Episode 64

64 - Geek and Quest Your Goals

64 – Quest Your Goals

Hello fellow geeks! I review Chris Hardwick's book "The Nerdist Way", and I have to say, it's a game-changer. Get it? Games? Hardwick suggests that we approach life like a role-playing game, creating our own character page, assigning skills and abilities, and setting experience points and levels. It's a fun and engaging way to take control of our lives and achieve our goals.

What I love about this book is how it emphasizes the importance of knowing our "why" and not giving up after setbacks. As a fellow gamer, I know how frustrating it can be to lose a game or fail a level. But the key is to keep trying and learn from our mistakes.

If you're a geek like me and want to turn your love of all things nerdy into a way to achieve your goals, I highly recommend checking out "The Nerdist Way". It's a fun and insightful read that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered. Happy gaming!

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.