The Words We Live By: Lessons from Lyrics, Movies, and Life

What can a baseball movie, a country song, a Disney character, and Helen Keller teach us about navigating life?

In this episode of You Don’t Know Jack, Dr. Jack Groppel and Dr. Haley Perlus share some of the quotes, lyrics, and movie lines that have stayed with them over the years—and why. These aren’t just memorable words. They’re reminders about resilience, purpose, courage, curiosity, relationships, and showing up when life gets hard.

Together, they explore how simple phrases can become powerful tools for handling pressure, overcoming setbacks, embracing uncertainty, and living with intention.

Because sometimes the right words at the right time can change the way we see everything.

In this episode:
√ Why certain quotes stay with us for a lifetime
√ Lessons from movies, music, and everyday life
√How to use borrowed wisdom to navigate challenges
√ The role of perspective during difficult moments
√ Turning inspiration into action

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Dr. Haley Perlus

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Dr. Haley Perlus works with some of the world’s top athletes, brands, and fitness experts to move past mental blocks and achieve results uniquely tailored to the individual or corporation’s goals and expectations. Follow her or subscribe to receive videos featuring Mental Toughness Moments.

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