Summary

In this conversation, William Simmons discusses the concept of how people perceive and define us based on their own filters. He shares his own experiences and various names he has been called throughout his life. He also explores the question of how we define ourselves and how others define us, and the importance of continuous learning and personal growth.

Keywords

perception, identity, self-definition, personal growth, learning

Takeaways

People perceive and define us based on their own filters and experiences.

Our identity can be shaped by the names we are called and the roles we play in different contexts.

How we define ourselves is a reflection of how we see ourselves, and it can evolve over time.

Continuous learning and personal growth are important for self-discovery and understanding.

It is valuable to consider how others define us and how we want to be perceived.

Sound Bites

"No one ever sees the same version of you because they apply their own filters"

"I am a husband, a father, a son, a writer, a podcaster, a photographer, a strategist, a business consultant, an encourager"

Chapters

00:00 Introducing Doug and the Power of Storytelling

03:05 The Many Names of the Host

08:52 Defining Yourself to Others

12:52 The Complexity of Self-Identity

18:36 How Others See Us

20:17 The Ongoing Process of Defining Oneself

20:21 The Perception of Others

21:30 Exploring Personal Background

22:33 The Journey of Self-Discovery