How Decision-Making Shapes Our Lives and Mental Wellbeing | Episode 228
Manage episode 480782024 series 3011734
How Decision-Making Shapes Our Lives and Mental Wellbeing | Episode 228
MERCHANDISE SHOP: voices-for-voices.org/3QnokLU
SUPPORT VOICES FOR VOICES®:
https://www.voicesforvoices.org/shop/p/supporter
When does a fleeting thought transform into life-changing action? In this deeply personal episode, Justin Alan Hayes pulls back the curtain on how Voices for Voices® approaches its mission of helping 3 billion people worldwide.
The journey has already led to remarkable milestones—over 220 episodes reaching more than 50 countries—but the path hasn't been without challenges. Justin candidly explores how his decision-making process parallels that of collaborative partners like Dr. Isaacson of Kutztown University Orchestra, whose mind was already prepared when an opportunity arose to integrate a special needs orchestra with university musicians. Similarly, Justin's openness to possibilities allowed him to accept invitations to Ukraine despite wartime conditions, creating unique content that serves communities often overlooked by mainstream media.
What makes this conversation particularly valuable is the honest examination of mental health throughout these experiences. "Mental health is still health," Justin emphasizes, sharing his own surprising discovery through therapy that despite his public-facing persona, he identifies more as an introvert. This vulnerability creates space for listeners to reflect on their own self-understanding journey. The episode weaves together organizational growth, personal development, and the practical realities of running a nonprofit media platform committed to tackling difficult topics like human trafficking when timing is critical.
Whether you're interested in behind-the-scenes insights about content creation, curious about the psychology of decision-making, or simply looking for authentic conversation about balancing public mission with personal wellbeing, this episode offers valuable perspective. Follow Voices for Voices® across all major platforms, and consider supporting their nonprofit mission through their website or Venmo to help their message reach even more people who need it.
Justin Alan Hayes shares the journey of Voices for Voices® as it approaches 300 episodes, reflecting on the organization's mission to help 3 billion people through addressing difficult topics and creating meaningful experiences.
• Explaining why certain topics like human trafficking receive concentrated coverage
• Collaborating with Kutztown University Orchestra and Hearts for Music special needs orchestra
• Process of decision-making for opportunities like Ukraine trip and awards presentations
• Understanding mental health as health while reflecting on personal discoveries through therapy
• Reaching audiences in over 50 countries worldwide
• Operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with various platforms
If you can give us a big thumbs up, like, share, comment that would be awesome and very helpful. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization and accept donations at voicesforvoices.org or through Venmo at voices for voices, with all donations being 100% tax deductible.
#decisionMaking #mentalWellbeing #lifeLessons #personalGrowth #mindfulness #selfImprovement #psychology #cognitiveBiases #healthyMindset #thoughtLeadership #socialMedia #contentMarketing #influencerMarketing #brandBuilding #digitalContent #voicesforvoices #justinhayes #justinalanhayes
Chapters
1. How Decision-Making Shapes Our Lives and Mental Wellbeing | Episode 228 (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to Voices for Voices (00:00:01)
3. Sharing Time-Sensitive Content (00:03:51)
4. Kutztown University Orchestra Collaboration (00:05:03)
5. Decision-Making Process (00:09:13)
6. Mental Health Is Health (00:16:44)
7. Global Impact and Support (00:21:19)
8. Call to Action and Closing (00:26:32)
233 episodes