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summary In this episode, Phil Galfond, a three-time World Series of Poker champ, and Michele Magner discuss insights on risk, decision-making, and how lessons from poker can be applied to caregiving and life. They explore the parallels between poker strategies, managing life's uncertainties, luck, emphasizing the importance of trust, self-awareness, and embracing risk. Phil has an important message for caregivers that you won't want to miss. keywordsRisk, Decision-Making, Poker, Caregiving, Uncertainty, Mental Models, Life Lessons, Strategy, Psychology, Personal Growth, Trust, Blame, Mistakes key topicsRisk and uncertainty in decision-makingLessons from poker applicable to caregiving and lifeThe importance of trust and self-awareness in risk management sound bites"Risk is in every decision we make""Certainty is an illusion""Perfection is not the right measure"Chapters00:00 Introduction to Phil Galfond and the poker World03:49 Understanding Risk in Poker and Life06:42 The Journey from Casual Player to Professional09:41 Defining Risk and Its Perception12:59 The Illusion of Control and Certainty16:01 Navigating Decisions and Outcomes19:05 The Role of Luck and Decision-Making21:59 Desensitization to Risk in Poker25:00 Trusting Yourself in Decision-Making27:52 The Complexity of Care Decisions31:00 Transferring Risk in Caregiving33:48 Reflections on Loss and Luck in Poker35:07 The Role of Luck and Skill in Decision Making40:32 Understanding Risk in Caregiving and Business46:06 The Cost of Care: Expectations vs. Reality53:58 Navigating Public Failure and Personal Growth01:03:55 Podcast Intro Music Project (MASTER BOUNCE - OUTRO).mp3Phil's membership for poker players Run it Once.Inspired Caring is THE family support & education program that helps families feel calm and confident to make better decisions faster. Inspired Caring is also offered as an annual membership tobusinesses to provide for the families they work with.Connect with Michele Magner:WebsiteE-mailInstagramFacebookLinkedInYouTubeCustom podcast music written and produced by Colin Roberts. He does custom songs for any occasion.