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Looking to Connect with Real Estate Developers, Professionals and Outside the Box Thinkers | Owner, Wagon Wheel Title l Owner, Lockeland Insurance Advisors | Author and Podcaster, Climbing the Charts

I recently bought a golf cart, and aside from the fact that I've explored the city in it and had so much fun, I've learned a few more things: It's surprising how much of a barrier the metal of a car creates between us, and how it allows us to avoid connection. When I ride around in the golf cart, people smile - they can see me, and I can see them. Sometimes, if folks are walking, we even have a small conversation. It's no wonder that road rage exists; there are too many barriers between us to connect and it’s easy for us to not see others as our sisters and brothers. When driving, I miss so many details that make Nashville great. For example, there's a little cut-off from the street leading to a small hiding spot in the trees—a perfect place to be still. How have I passed it so many times without noticing? As Biden steps aside and our country's future feels uncertain, it's important to remember that we are all united in our human existence. The connection that can so easily be felt when in a small group, or even driving a golf cart down a neighborhood street, is the key to moving through our differences to a higher place. We all have our viewpoints, but if someone has a differing one, take a moment to ask why that is important to that person. Truly try to understand. You may not agree, but you can walk away with the key to better enhance your counterpoint or, better yet, with a more well-rounded viewpoint.

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J. Michael Showalter

Relentless optimist + partner specializing in energy and environmental litigation at ArentFox Schiff

5mo

Your perspective on golf carts vs cars is really similar to my take on bikes vs cars and walking versus cars and I 100% agree that removing the four walls posed by say a giant suv makes one feel more connected with your city!

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Zachary Goodyear

President of Village Real Estate

5mo

Well said! Same reasons I love riding a motorcycle. So much more connected to the landscape around me.

Jose Emmanuel Dy

Account Executive | Scale By Hiring Top Talent Overseas For 70% Less Than Onshore

5mo

Great way of looking at a different perspective in life! I miss my bike too.

Abbie Mirata

People, Culture, Learning, Leadership | Champion of Workplace Joy

5mo

I love this! Thank you for that perspective shift today!

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Mark Lasko

Executive Director at Samaritan Recovery Community

4mo

i wish Nashville had a golf cart community!

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Dave Puncochar

Founder & CEO of Good Wood Nashville

5mo

Love the idea about golf cart and connections...and community

Judith Hill Levenson

Owner at Judith Hill Photography

4mo

Love this!

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Amy Doyle

Owner / Relocation Director @ The Agency Nashville

5mo

So true! 💯

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