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Grace Goodearl

Welcome to the SummerEyes podcast, your resource for insights into every season. From personal growth to professional development, I dive deep so you don't have to, synthesizing the experts and providing actionable recommendations that enlighten, ignite, and inspire.

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  • March 4 · 8 min

    Vacation Series Part II: Bulletproof Beginnings

    Looking back is only as good as the data it provides. Almost one year ago to the day, the very first episode of Bulletproof debuted. Let’s see how far we’ve come. Welcome to Bulletproof, a NEW midweek minisode from SummerEyes. In this series, Grace takes a temperature check on the week so far, identifies a lesson learned, and offers insights to tackle the rest of the week ahead. This week, it’s all about the next point, as Grace offers personal insights on how to reset and refocus if/when you already feel behind. Original air date: March 5, 2025

  • March 2 · 17 min

    Vacation Series: Mellody Hobson x Emma Grede Rewind

    OOO = throwback to one of my favorite episodes, a summary of wisdom from Mellody Hobson as mined by Emma Grede, on her podcast, Aspire. I go back to this one all the time. Sometimes, the most powerful strategies aren’t complicated - they’re consistent. Cue this goldmine of an interview with Mellody Hobson, hosted by Emma Grede, and source of today’s episode. Mellody is known for her sharp leadership, grounded wisdom, and ability to execute with grace and power. In this episode, I dissect three powerful principles - simplicity, clarity, and honesty - that carry through her stories and success.

  • February 26 · 6 min

    Smell a f*cking rose

    Spoiler: this isn’t about roses. It’s about doing future you a favor by intentionally and strategically building in moments of pause and clarity, so that - when you need it most - you remember what’s important in the first place.

  • February 19 · 7 min

    The Anti-Defense Defense

    Getting defensive ain’t it… luckily, the secret to not getting defensive lies in those in between moments where you can build up your confidence and sense of self so that by the time you’re put on the spot, you’re cool, calm, and collective.

  • February 17 · 16 min

    Rule over yourself… The Obstacle is the Way: Part 4

    Today we’re exploring power, perception, and control with a deep dive into the next three sections of part one. All of these skills rely on practice and are broken down into the following categories: 1. Recognize your power 2. Steady your nerves 3. Control your emotions

  • February 11 · 6 min

    Lows = highs

    Live from a snowy and bitter cold NYC, today’s bulletproof minisode explores the magic of seasons, why lows equal highs, and how good always comes.

  • February 4 · 5 min

    Be the Exception

    Conformity is tempting. Going along is easy. But setting the standard for yourself and then sticking to it? That takes time, effort, and a good old fashioned reminder.

  • February 3 · 15 min

    What if it wasn't so bad... The Obstacle is the Way: Part 2

    Never skip what comes before one... Chapter 1, that is. Enter: the preface and introduction of The Obstacle is the Way, by Ryan Holiday. This one-two punch offers an origin story from Marcus Aurelius, seeks to redefine challenge, and tees up the structure of the rest of the book.

  • January 28 · 6 min

    Arranged Perspective

    When life hands you flowers, you make the most of them… and, more importantly, you give yourself the tools, the time, and the space to enjoy the new view.

  • January 27 · 15 min

    May You Live in Interesting Times… The Obstacle is the Way: Part 1

    Starting here. Starting now. I’m summarizing a whole book from start to finish. Enter The Obstacle is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials Into Triumph, Expanded 10th Anniversary Edition. And what better place to start than at the very beginning. Ryan Holiday’s Reflections, Ten Years Later. Let’s summarize.

  • January 21 · 6 min

    Uncharted Territory

    How much energy are you willing to sacrifice to fear? What could you accomplish if you reallocated that energy into embracing a new experience? What could you gain from the advantage of fresh perspective? Let’s explore.

  • January 20 · 14 min

    Likewise, a pleasure.. feat. Fred again..

    Sometimes the greatest lessons emerge in the unlikeliest of places. Cue a Friday night set in New York City featuring Fred again.. and the top moments I can’t stop thinking about.

  • January 14 · 8 min

    Heaters Club Tracks Bulletproof Wednesday Morning

    Sometimes support can be found in the most unexpected places… including past versions of you. Enter the Spotify daylist, a custom playlist that (usually) offers exactly what you need.

  • January 7 · 7 min

    Centered, on the Edge

    How do you find calm amidst the chaos? How do you determine your own center and keep your composure, despite what your environment is telling you? Let’s explore.

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