Episode 49: The Silence That Stuck With Me

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In this solo episode of Patio Pondering, Jim reflects on a moment at the Indiana State Fair that left him unsettled when he witnessed something wrong and didn’t speak up. What started as an uncomfortable memory became a deeper reckoning with silence, regret, and the choices we make in real time.

This isn’t just a story about livestock or county fairs. It’s about leadership, responsibility, and the moments we carry with us long after they’ve passed. Jim shares how this experience made him reflect on times in work, home, and community where silence felt safer but left a scar.

If you’ve ever looked back and wished you’d spoken up, this one’s for you.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why we stay silent when we know something’s wrong
• The internal battle between comfort and conviction
• How leadership often starts in everyday, unscripted moments
• What it means to carry regret—and how to be ready next time

Tune in for an honest, unpolished look at one of the hardest things to admit: the times we didn’t speak and wish we had.