Michael Stoller
Michael Stoller
#135 Southern Hospitality
#135 Southern Hospitality
#135 Southern Hospitality
Wednesday 31st July 2019
Michael Stoller shares his Memphis experience, highlighting Southern hospitality's impact on service and authentic connections.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Southern Hospitality: Michael Stoller on the True Meaning of Service and Connection
The generosity I see from people there, the true interest in my life, is something that I've never experienced, not only in The United States but other countries that I've visited, and people there actually listen and care.
What happens when you slow down and genuinely connect with those around you? Michael Stoller found out during his recent trip to Memphis, TN. In this episode of 'My Blueprint: Struggle Towards Emotional Sobriety', Michael shares his eye-opening experiences of Southern hospitality and the profound lessons he learned about service and authenticity. Volunteering at the WGC-Fed-Ex St. Jude Invitational, Michael was struck by the warmth and genuine interest the people of Memphis showed him.
He recounts touching moments, like when a family at a popsicle stand bought treats for him and his brother, simply out of kindness. This wasn’t just about free popsicles; it was about the way they listened and cared, a level of interest Michael had rarely encountered before. Michael challenges listeners to reflect on their own lives and the people who provide them with essential services.
How well do you know your mailman, your UPS driver, or the cashier at your local store? Do you know their names, their stories, or what they’re going through? By taking the time to ask these questions and show genuine interest, you can build meaningful relationships that make everyone feel seen and valued. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that small acts of kindness can have a big impact.
Michael shares how these simple gestures often bring people to tears and become the highlight of their day or even their week. So next time you interact with someone providing a service, take a moment to ask how they’re doing. You might be surprised by how much it means to them. Tune in to hear Michael's reflections on the power of slowing down, connecting authentically, and the transformative nature of true hospitality.