I read this morning from a philosopher that we are "misliving." Basically he was suggesting that in our current lifestyle, we often misread, misinterpret, or misconstrue various aspects of our lives, which keeps us from living a truly meaningful life.
You know, there's this quote by Gabriel Marcel that goes like this, "Life is not a problem to be solved but a mystery to be experienced." And honestly, I think it's such a cool way to look at life.
Is the choice of Hercules a trick question? Which would you choose?
In this episode, we explore the realities and emotions of being over fifty, acknowledging the poignant truth that we may have more days behind us than ahead. Join us as we dive into the complexities of life's finite nature and the impact it has on our perspectives. My guest today is Nicola Jones.
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The art of noticing has me noticing.
For today's Coach's Notes, I want to share a conversation I had with Sarah back in May 2022. I was originally going to use this interview along with others to revive the Wisdom Experience podcast, which focuses on spirituality and inner wisdom. For whatever reason, I decided not to pursue the relaunch. But I did have some great conversations with a few people, and given the direction and mission of the Coach's Notes to explore the 6 pillars of self-improvement, with spirituality development bein...
The journey to uncover our authentic selves is an ongoing process, marked by moments of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. By pulling back the layers of persona and examining the depths of our being, we can forge a deeper connection with ourselves and live more authentic, fulfilling lives. The authentic self is not a fixed destination, but rather a constant exploration of the ever-evolving, multifaceted nature of our inner continue worlds. Ultimately, embracing our authentic core selves...
The notes for this episode are just under 2500 words. I would post them, but I want you to listen to the episode instead. I know you're a busy person, so I'll be kind and share a stripped down list of what I talk about in this episode. It's a long episode, so you might want to listen to it on your commute or while you're out walking or doing your chores! Here's what I talk about today: Some factors that are commonly associated with happiness include: Positive relationships with family, friends, ...
Going Small When setting out to achieve a big goal, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that bigger is better. However, sometimes it's better to think small. In fact, thinking small can actually be the key to achieving a big goal. Here are some reasons why: Small steps are easier to take: When you break down a big goal into smaller steps, it becomes much easier to take action. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the enormity of the task at hand, you can focus on taking one small step at a ...
Hello! Both holistic living and systems thinking are ways of looking at the world that acknowledge the interconnectedness of all things. While holistic living is a lifestyle that involves taking care of your whole self, systems thinking is an approach to problem-solving that considers the relationships and interactions between different elements in a system. Let's explore the similarities and differences between the two. Both holistic living and systems thinking recognize that everything is inte...
In our fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find moments of stillness and calm. However, I believe that it is essential to carve out time in our lives for moments of reflection and introspection. One of the best ways to do this is by establishing a solid morning routine. A morning routine is a set of habits or practices that we do each morning before we begin our day. It can be as simple or as elaborate as we want it to be. What is important is that it is consistent and intentional. A mornin...
Excellence is not just a goal to be pursued; it is a way of life that we can cultivate in everything we do. It is a commitment to the highest standards, to the pursuit of our full potential, and to the continual refinement of our skills, abilities, and character.
In this episode, I share some thoughts on personal power. I talk about how we limit ourselves by sinking our personal power into habits that are either bad or less than optimal.
Fear, doubt, and disbelief can be powerful emotions that can hold you back from reaching your full potential. However, with the right tools and strategies, it is possible to overcome these emotions and lead a fulfilling life. By facing your fears, practicing self-affirmation, focusing on the present moment, seeking support, embracing failure and developing a growth mindset, you can become more confident, resilient, and motivated to achieve your goals. Overcoming fear, doubt, and disbelief is a p...
In this episode, I explain why it's important to keep your belief maps fresh and up-to-date. Our belief maps are how we navigate reality. Reality is subjective, of course, so how do we make sure our current view of reality is the most up-to-date?
Alfred Korzybsky, a philosopher and mathematician, is known for his concept of "the map is not the territory." This idea refers to the idea that our understanding of the world around us is limited by the language and symbols that we use to describe it. In other words, the way that we perceive and understand the world is not the same as the actual world itself.
Merely writing down your goals is not a guarantee of success. To increase your chances of achieving your goals, it is essential to set an intention, examine your intent, establish a significant ritual related to your goal, and take action. Check out the show notes for more information.
The Logical Levels framework is a model for understanding how different aspects of a person are interconnected and how they influence one another. The model was developed by Robert Dilts, a pioneer in the field of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Logical Levels are a way of looking at how different aspects of our lives are interconnected and how they can influence one another. Click here to see the full microlearning post.
I know how it feels to be a procrastinator. I've been there, and I've woken up with a long list of things to do and nowhere near enough time to get them done. To combat this, I have a few tips for you.
In this episode of the Coach's Notes, I share two rituals with you. One old ritual that I have been doing for years, and one new ritual.
I love it when you can dip back to the ancient Greeks and pull out a bit of wisdom. Speaking on emotional intelligence (of course they didn't call that back then) Aristotle had this to say about anger: “Anyone can become angry – that is easy. But to be angry with the right person to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose and in the right way – that is not easy.” The thing about emotions is that as kids we were never really taught how to handle the beasts. Instead of learning ...
"The paradox of feeling that matters of extreme importance are occurring, whilst at the same time nothing seems to matter, is a part of the atmosphere of existential themes. Within the desert, we can search and search for something we sense is there, only to uncover more sand." Crossing the border into existential territory on this one. Join me. Points of Reference Transpersonal Dynamics: the relational field, depth work, and the unconscious - Stacey Millichamp The Hero with a Thousand Faces - J...
I spent some time out in nature reflecting on the gift of being human. It's easy to take our existence for granted. We wake up in the morning, do some stuff, then call it a day. We wake up the next day and do it all again without pausing to marvel at how truly amazing it is to be alive. In this episode, I share with you what I am most grateful for about being human.
I explore this question on the Coach's Notes today: What do you need to unlearn or what patterns do you need to break in order to manifest the future you really want? It's from Patricia Adson's book, Deep Coaching: Discovering Archetypes for Empowerment, Growth, and Balance .
Today's Coach's Notes is going to be a bit of a mind-bender, which often happens when you talk about spiritual growth, Self-development, consciousness, and things of that nature. I've been getting the ship ready for another voyage into the murky waters of the unconscious mind in search of the "I" that is my True Self. I've sailed these seas in various forms in the past and now I'm ready for another inner adventure. This time I'm using as my guide, Roberto Assagioli and his work on psychosynthesi...
Fear shapes our limits I've read somewhere that we are born with only two fears...the fear of falling and the fear of loud noises. All other fears are learned. And what that means to me is, if you can learn a fear, you can unlearn a fear as well. I think the first step in that is to uncover your fears. In what ways does fear show up in your life? What is fear? I like the acronym version: FEAR...False Evidence Appearing Real... Don't get me wrong, fear is a useful device. It's part of our surviva...
Today is one of those days where my mood is as gray as the sky outside. Watching the rainfall, my mind drifts from thought to thought without rhyme or reason. I settle on the thought of imperfection and how much time we spend trying to correct our imperfection. Personally, I'm inclined to go with the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi which is concept that: motions us to constantly search for the beauty in imperfection and accept the more natural cycle of life. It reminds us that all things includ...
I like this idea of having no plan B. I often tell the story of Gen. Grant and the siege of Vicksburg. Vicksburg was a strategic city on the Mississippi River during the Civil War. He who commanded Vicksburg commanded the Mississippi River and the supplies traveling up and down it. All of the Union generals before Grant had failed to take Vicksburg. The Grant came along. He was known for doing things differently. He didn't play according to the standard war-fighting playbook. Warfighting at the ...
How do you tell the difference between the voice of reason and the voice of excuse? So you know how when you have this big dream that you want to accomplish. In your heart, you want it so bad. You want it so bad you can taste it. But your head has other ideas. In your head, you start hearing what you think is the voice of reason telling you all of the reasons why now is not the time to pursue this dream. You know the reasons, classics like: But what if I do this and it goes horribly wrong? I cou...
