Dec 20, 2019
Gary Ware [EP 123] talks about his experience in the improv world, why space and rest is important for creatives and how we should start thinking - "What is the best that can happen?"
Show Notes:
4:58 - Wanting to be a music teacher.
10:27 - "There comes a point when this is not the place for you ... "
13:29 - How improv has changed Gary's life.
19:05 - "No mistakes, only gifts ... "
21:15 - "Creative professionals need rest ... need space ... "
24:23 - Convincing companies that play is important.
29:35 - "Your heart is like a GPS ... "
36:08 - Einstein and the patent office.
44:15 - "Instead of getting furious, get curious ... "
48:12 - The love for Super Mario Bros 3
51:20 - 6th-grade band teacher, Mr. Evans.
54:07 - "It's not about the work ... "
60:22 - "What is the best that can happen?"
64:56 - "Put one foot in front of the other ... "
How to reach Gary: Website | Instagram | Linkedin | Facebook
Book Recommendations:
Play by Dr. Stuart Brown & Christopher Vaughan
Chief Joy Officer by Richard Sheridan
I Can't Make This Up: Life Lessons by Kevin Hart
Creativity Inc by Ed Catmull & Amy Wallace
SuperBetter by Jane McGonigal