You Only Keep What You Give Away—Why That’s Your Secret Superpower—Paul Skidmore | Ep 15

In this episode, I sit down with Paul Skidmore, an author and filmmaker from Tennessee, to unpack two of his guiding mantras—“keep moving” and “you only keep what you give away”—as they emerged from his short story and real-life experiences, from fly fishing retreats for veterans with PTSD to the power of mentorship and the “economy of the intangible.” We explore how small, consistent actions can help us overcome stagnation, the healing that comes from giving and encouraging others, and the creation of community through initiatives like his “Five Coffees in a Book” discussion guide. Through candid stories of personal struggle, recovery, and the rituals that sustain him, Paul illustrates why moving forward—even if only a little at a time—and sharing our insights is essential for growth and connection

Grab Paul’s free e-book and discussion guide now by visiting FIVECoffeesAndABook.com — https://fivecoffeesandabook.com/ download it instantly to fuel your own “keep moving” journey and join the conversation. Then explore his films, trailers, and writings at Parabolos.com

https://parabolos.com/

to see these ideas in action and find inspiration for your next steps. These resources are designed to help you turn small, consistent actions into real growth—start today!

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro & Theme
03:00 - Meet Paul Skidmore
03:14 - Favorite Quotes Revealed
03:40 - Origin of “Keep Moving”
06:59 - Fly Fishing & PTSD Healing
09:48 - Movement’s Impact on Mind & Creativity
14:21 - Understanding the Intangible Economy
15:51 - “You Only Keep What You Give Away”
22:17 - Mentorship in Practice
28:56 - Introducing Five Coffees in a Book
31:57 - Where to Find Paul’s Resources
33:14 - Closing & Next Steps