Our thought leader for today is Arthur Zards, Executive Director and Founder of TEDxNaperville, through which he was able to build a community where people’s ideas freely flow.He joins us today to talk more about stoicism and why you should learn it too, the best time to experiment and be innovative, and the community-building activities you can adopt. Throughout our conversation, there is one thing that you should take home: Nothing is impossible, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Let’s listen to Arthur and learn how to think about what’s possible for you!  Disclaimer: This podcast contains affiliate links! That means if you purchase from the companies we promote using the links we provide, we receive a small commission. Thank you for your support! You can see our full affiliate disclosure here. [00:01 - 08:59] Opening Segment Let’s get to know Arthur Zards Why you should watch a TED Talk  How to challenge authority respectfully  [09:00 - 22:36] Response to Adversity  Why he started TEDxNaperville Don’t miss his main message How goodness became viral in Naperville Listen to Arthur’s story Arthur breaks down stoicism and why you should learn more about it [22:37 - 37:20] Thinking On What’s Possible  Join the Conspiracy of Goodness Network Link below Why the best time to experiment is now--during the pandemic  Arthur explains  Find out your “deeper truth” Arthur tells us how  [37:21 - 48:57] Science of Flow State We have an interesting exchange about curiosity you shouldn’t miss  Arthur breaks down the science behind the “flow state” How to build a community according to Arthur [48:58 - 54:49] Validation For Others  Arthur shares his approach in TEDx coaching  Be the person that validates other people’s thoughts Arthur tells us how Connect with Arthur. Links below [54:50 - 59:50] Closing Segment Arthur tells us why this is still an amazing world  Final words and announcements   Tweetable Quotes: “If you’re home and you’re hunkered down and you’re following the rules for the quarantine, you are strong...even if you’re not talking to people, you are strong.” - Arthur Zards “Whatever you do, own it.” - Arthur Zards “I have an opportunity to make a difference today. That’s how you find goodness.” - Arthur Zards   Resources Mentioned: TEDx Program TEDxNaperville The Shawshank Trailer Arthur Zards at TEDActive 2012 Book: The Daily Stoic   Email zards@labz.io to connect with Arthur. Check out his website and social media pages: LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.    Ever Widening Circles Link: https://everwideningcircles.com/ Conspiracy of Goodness Network https://conspiracyofgoodnessnetwork.com/ Affiliate Partners http://everwideningcircles.com/partners  EWC Ed: https://ed.everwideningcircles.com/ Donate! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=I-nvmUrlbDfU67bRoWWdOhFxiAM_W81jtIFBGCYzfCL6fG8oSUOg9ONIL9WR8LDjLEeYj0&country.x=US&locale.x=US EWC APP: https://everwideningcircles.com/good-news-app-ever-widening-circles-app/ Dr. Lynda's Book: https://www.dr-lynda.com/book/happiness