{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5c79d20712a24d4a146923a3/63a02145a0065900114f00ec?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 359 - The Spirit of Christmas","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5c79d20712a24d4a146923a3/1586272126466-8ad779b73c5bd318acb0fbe25071a374.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode, as we get ready to celebrate Christmas, we dive into three stories that perfectly represent Jesus' work and influence in our lives.</p><p><br></p><p>First, we analyze Dickens' \"A Christmas Carol\" and Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation and his encounter with the authentic Christmas Spirit. Then we enjoy the overview of \"It's A Wonderful Life,\" the movie written and directed by Frank Capra, which shares the story of George Bailey, and it's a constant reminder that the world wouldn't be the same place without us.</p><p><br></p><p>Lastly, we dive into \"The Christmas Spirit Strikes Again,\" a true story published in Reader's Digest that narrates the love between two sisters during the holiday season.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in to <strong>Episode 359 </strong>of <strong>Becoming Your Best</strong>, let yourself be flooded with Christmas Spirit, and be the best you can be during the holidays.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In This Episode, You Will Learn:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>About the trip to Mauritania that inspired today's episode (2:21)&nbsp;</li><li>The beautiful message behind \"A Christmas Carol\" (4:49)&nbsp;</li><li>Every one of us makes a difference. George Bailey's story (9:31)&nbsp;</li><li>The Christmas Spirit strikes again (16:13)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Becoming Your Best Resources:</strong>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbestuniversity.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best University Website</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"http://store.becomingyourbest.com/books/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best Library</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:support@becomingyourbest.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">support@becomingyourbest.com</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Your-Best-Principles-Successful/dp/B01JJQQ2V6/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=becoming+your+best+the+12+principles&amp;qid=1585041465&amp;s=audible&amp;sr=1-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/conquer-anxiety-book/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance</a>&nbsp;</li><li>Do What Matters Most - <a href=\"https://www.becomingyourbest.com/product/digital-planner/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Digital Planner</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/groups/2428361534145106\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety</a></li></ul>","author_name":"Steve Shallenberger: Successful Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, and Bestselling Author | Rob Shallenberger: Former Fighter Pilot, Author, Executive Coach, and Corporate Trainer"}