This story illustrates how acts of kindness, no matter how small, can create authentic connections with others, leading to discovery, friendship, and understanding. The narrative unfolds around the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, situated approximately 5 nautical miles east of Ushuaia in the Beagle Channel of Southern Argentina, South America. Video Ver…

A story of the transformation from material clutter to the riches of human connection illustrating how acts of kindness can improve the world. “Django’s Journey of Giving” is a tale that will inspire you to find treasure in togetherness and adventure. Link to video version of this Podcast Episode:https://youtu.be/6qQfJR_FKLQ Attribution for Harmoni…

A story of a solitary violinist living simply in the forest, whose music unknowingly touched countless lives. His melodies inspired others to play, showing that following your dreams, even in isolation, can make a profound difference. As the saying goes, "The true legacy of a life's work is not measured by fame or fortune, but by the unseen ripples…

The Gift of a Flower goes back thousands of years back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The practice of giving flowers has evolved over time, but its underlying significance as a gesture of affection, appreciation, and celebration remains deeply ingrained in human culture. This is a modern day story of someone giving anothe…

The story "Harmonious Journey," is a tale of musical discovery and mentorship. A young man, named Enthusiast, meets a seasoned old traveler, an extraordinary harmonica player, named Balladeer, and they begin to travel together. Along their travels, Balladeer mentors his protégé Enthusiast on how to play the harmonica. The harmonica becomes an instr…

The Journey of the Wise Wanderers is a story about three travelers who find freedom and wisdom through their adventures, despite having few possessions. They share their experiences through poems, stories, and songs, reminding us of our universal longing for freedom, warmth, and the beauty of life, even in difficult times. YouTube Video of this Pod…

The Reading, of the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth" explores the idea that true wealth is not in the excess of things but in the richness of family, friends, and inner peace. Video, of this Podcast Episode on the Oportuno Podcast YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/4rkzdwrv FlipBook of the the Book, "The Minimalist's Wealth":https://heyzine.com/fl…

A story reminding us that there are many types of wealth, other than money and material possessions. Video Podcast Episode on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel:https://youtu.be/DZ297C_BlLQ PDF of the Story in English:https://oportuno.org/files/049_Treasure_Island.pdf PDF of the Story in Italian:https://oportuno.org/files/049_L'Isola_del_Tesoro…

An interesting equation of how the sum of your age and birth year will always equal the current year, regardless of what age you are, and a story of a mathematical genius who used their mathematical skills to solve complex problems and make a difference, for the better, in the world. Video of Podcast on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel:https:…

Story of how a traveling wanderer helped a destitute man find happiness and contentment. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Audio on the “Oportuno” Podcast Channel:https://pnc.st/s/oportuno/b4b6b331/047-storytime-traveling-wanderer- Video of This Story on the “Oportuno Podcast” YouTube Channel:https://youtu.be/A3WQUd0TErY?si=8edh7R8X80viiN5M Link …

In this conversation, Wren and Zane discuss starting a Ripple Effect of Kindness to positively impact many lives. The Golden Rule and the Parable of the Good Samaritan inspire them. They believe their acts of kindness, no matter how small, can make a difference for the better in the lives of others. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: eBook of this…

A Story, about a Flutist named Koji that left his home village, with nothing more than his backpack and flute. Flute Music, by Erik the Flutemaker, used in this Podcast Episode, provided courtesy of the Flutist and Flute Maker, Erik the Flutemaker. PDF of this Episode 045 in English:https://oportuno.org/files/Melodies_of_Compassion_-_The_Journey_of…

A Fable about a priceless gift available to everyone living on Planet Earth that can change your life, if valued and utilized properly. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: “The Priceless Gift” as a PDF file:https://oportuno.org/files/The_Priceless_Gift.pdf “Time’ Video on the Oportuno YouTube Channel:https://youtu.be/OFu1D5NwC50 Music Attribution: …

A fascinating introduction to flute making and flute playing by Erik Sampson, also known as Erik the Flutemaker. Eric has made over 150,000 flutes, in over 50 years, of making and playing flutes. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Erik Sampson’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ErikTheFlutemakerCom Erik Sampson’s Websites: Erik The Flukem…

A conversation with two renowned scientists and researchers who have dedicated their lives to exploring the medicinal potential of rainforest plants and protecting the rainforest. This is the fourth, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provi…

A conversation, with Two Photojournalist. This is the third, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links to additional information: Please consider, helping the Minis…

A phone conversation, between two friends. This is the second, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Wok With Tak YouTube Channel:…

A conversation, with a “Minimalist Digital Nomad”. This is the first, in a series, called “Conversations”. Even though, the Characters, and Story, are fictitious, the “Conversations” are based on fact, and meant to provide not only entertainment, but knowledge, motivation and encouragement. Links to information: Videos: Wok With Tak YouTube Channel…

Mathematics plays a fundamental role in our understanding of the universe. Learn how the Mandelbrot set and other fractals are helping us to understand the universe, and how it is being used to benefit mankind. Links To Further Information about the Mandelbrot Set: “Atheists CANNOT Explain This Secret Code Seen in Creation” on the Answers in Genesi…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Bamboo Painter”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken som…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Master Wood Carver”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Fox and the Tiger.”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Lost Horse”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken someone…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “Building A Chariot Behind Closed Door”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “Playing Music to a Cow”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “Waiting by a Tree Stump for Rabbits”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it m…

The Chinese Chengyu, entitled “The Frog in the Well”. Chengyu shares the wisdom of Chinese Culture from previous generations of Chinese. A Chengyu is usually only 4 Chinese Characters Long, making a Chengyu very easy to communicate to others. Even though a Chengyu is only about 4 characters long, the Chengyu can communicate what it may have taken s…

Your mindset can evolve, grow and change for the better and does not have to be a permanent, fixed mindset. Ultimately, your mindset will become your belief system; and your actions will follow what you believe. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: The story of "The Tale of Two Wolves", courtesy of the Nanicoke Indian Tribe:https://www.nanticokeindi…

Interview with an Inventor, John Andrew, about his new book entitled: NCMR INVENTING METHOD: A Formula for Innovation. If you want to invent, have an invention or just wanting to know more about the inventing process, this podcast is for you. Purchase book on Amazon (Affiliate Link):www.amzn.to/3frZmIkNCMR INVENTING METHOD: A Formula for Innovation…

Mealtimes can bring people, families, communities; and even nations together. Learn how using a wok can provide fast, inexpensive, delicious and healthy cooking. Wok With Tak YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5IL4yyiwYxKZUyZEeyRlg Wok with Tak Website:https://www.wokwithtak.com/ Oportuno Website:http://oportuno.org/ music credit: M…

Thankfully, we do not have to wait until a new Calendar Year begins to start changing the course of our life journey. Begin today making necessary changes in your life to point you in the right direction to your goals, hopes, dreams and aspirations. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Simplemind Mind Map Software:https://simplemind.eu/ Google Calen…

Avoid Time Traps and replace all that gained time with meaningful things, like spending time with friends, family and associates, enjoying outdoor activities, reading books, working on your plans, meal preparation, your hobby, etc. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Plaque of Take Time by Author Unknown:http://oportuno.org/files/Take_Time_by_Autho…

There is something calming, satisfying and fulfilling in possessing the tools and skills of a trade and enjoying working in your chosen trade. Having that can do attitude with the tools and skills to back it up will provide you the confidence required for people to choose you over those less confident. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Exercise T…

In this podcast episode, I will attempt to share the fact that food connects all mankind in many ways, as we all need food to survive; and help you to realize that, happiness will grow when food and drink is appreciated and properly utilized during our everyday lives. From Farm to Table, the entire process, can be a celebration. Consider each meal …

You might have heard the saying, You can't leave your problems behind, implying that you can not run away from your problems, because they will follow you. My experience is, that you can indeed leave many of your problems behind simply by changing your mindset, changing your routine, and yes even changing your physical location. https://oportuno.or…

Achieving happiness and success is being willing to plan and carry out the small things and enjoying living in the moment while doing those small things. If you want big things, then focus on the little things. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Ambassadors To The Nations Website: https://www.ambassadorstothenations.com/, Video of Pastor Dean Melt…

This Podcast Episode, is an effort to help you realize, that Christians are called and sent to Share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and Minister to the Needs of Others in their Congregation, with their Congregation including everyone they meet everywhere along Life's Journey. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Walk A Mile In His Moccasins by Mary T. L…

Your motivation to achieve your dreams, goals and aspirations will diminish without a plan to keep your time, thoughts, actions and energy focused on accomplishing a specific plan of action to achieve a specific goal. Learn how to GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER, and GET PAST GO, by using the word PAST as a Mnemonic, to mind map your journey to the destinati…

What is holding you back from pursuing your dreams? For many people, the only thing keeping them from their dream is to create a plan of action and acting on that plan. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Buckets: website: https://www.buckets.co/ , Buckets Support Page: https://support.buckets.co/hc/en-us , Guide To Using Cards: https://blog.bucket…

Do not only plan for projects and goals but also plan and act on a Daily Routine. Plan and incorporate a Daily Routine into your schedule. Oportuno Website: https://oportuno.org/podcast.htmlBy Eugene Vickery

BE that person you know it would take to have the life, things, goals or destination you long for; and once you are that person that can achieve those goals, dreams and aspirations you long for, then DO by planning and acting on your plans and once the plans are carried out, then you'll HAVE. Oportuno Website: https://oportuno.org/podcast.html…

You don't always have to reinvent the wheel. Someone may have already documented the steps you need to take to get where you're going; and all you need to do, is simply follow the directions. Oportuno Website: https://oportuno.org/podcast.htmlBy Eugene Vickery

We're all time traveling, but at the same rate of speed. We'll all end up somewhere, at a future time. Where and how we end up in the future, will depend on how we controlled and managed our time during our time travel. Oportuno Website: https://oportuno.org/podcast.htmlBy Eugene Vickery

The more you learn of another Culture, you'll discover, there are more similarities than differences between your culture and theirs. Learning about a particular culture; and appreciating and accepting the differences in another culture will enrich your life. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Duolingo Website: https://www.duolingo.com/ Spanish Fo…

Ambassadors To The Nations is an International Missions Ministry helping Children in many Countries. This Podcast provides you the opportunity to learn about Ambassadors To The Nations and how you can be a part of this great organization. Links To Show Notes and/or Video/s: Ambassadors To The Nations Website: https://www.ambassadorstothenations.com…

Ideas are real and powerful. Just knowing that everything, begins with an idea, illustrates the great value of ideas. Learn how you can develop that mental thought, that idea, from your mind, to a tangible thing that can be used and shared. The idea comes first, then innovation how to best develop that idea. This podcast suggest five steps to follo…

Kanban is a great method for personal or team project management. If you have a Team working on a common goal, imagine how effective your Team could be if all Team Members, regardless of where located in the world, used and managed their respective duties all using the same Kanban System, right from their computer, smart phone or tablet. This episo…

Learn how to develop and maintain a network of like minded people to broaden your horizons and enrich your life. As part of the human race, we're all linked together. We're all family. Perhaps seemingly, a very dysfunctional family. Look at everyone, as your potential extended family, on this wonderful spaceship earth. “The Guiding Principle to Bui…

Knowing what is important to have and eliminating the rest is living the simple life. Experience the freedom that simple living provides. Oportuno Website: https://oportuno.org/podcast.htmlBy Eugene Vickery

Using a system to achieve your goals that consistently keeps you on task will take you further, faster with better results than you ever dreamed possible. Focus on one thing at a time and do that one thing well. This episode includes the story of “The Hare and The Tortoise” translated by Reverend George Fyler Townsend, in the year 1867, to emphasiz…