Presenters: Julie and PeterLength: 1 hour and 2 minutes

In this episode, Greg talks about the instability he experienced growing up and how events from his childhood influenced the way he saw himself and responded to the world. He explains what he began to understand later in life about those early experiences and the internal patterns they created.

Greg also shares what he encountered while working in a shelter, including difficult situations, moments that stayed with him, and what he recognized about the people he served and about himself. His reflections focus on awareness, personal understanding, and the meaningful impact of being present for others.

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• 00:00:07 — Julie introduces the episode and welcomes Greg.
• 00:00:58 — Greg begins describing instability and difficult experiences in his childhood.
• 00:03:34 — He talks about how those early experiences affected him emotionally.
• 00:06:47 — Greg reflects on how his upbringing shaped the way he understood himself.
• 00:10:08 — He discusses his relationship with his father and how it developed.
• 00:13:22 — Greg explains beginning to see his own internal patterns more clearly.
• 00:16:55 — He describes working in a shelter and what he observed there.
• 00:21:36 — Greg recalls a moment involving someone in crisis that stayed with him.
• 00:25:48 — He talks about emotional strain and what he learned through the experience.
• 00:30:06 — Greg discusses how connecting with others supported his personal growth.
• 00:34:50 — He reflects on perspectives that help him understand his journey.
• 00:38:42 — Greg offers encouragement to anyone who feels unseen or overlooked.
• 00:44:27 — He speaks about his continuing process of personal understanding.
• 00:50:14 — Greg closes with thoughts about being present and doing what he can for others.

“I just always wanna make sure that people know that I see you. I know you're there, I know you're struggling. I dunno what I can do, but I'll do whatever I can.” — Greg

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