Writing and meditating are important practices to get to know ourselves as we project some image and have a story that can change. Even listening to thoughts we have about the world from others cannot completely define who we are.
The speaker reflects on his need to make certain changes in his behavior, including spending less time outside and not singing out loud.
The speaker reflects on a past mistake of attempting to rob someone with a gun and questions why the victim saw something in him.
The speaker shares a moment of realization about a text that almost made them lose their sense of humor.
John realizes the current lifestyle he's living is not for him after being hired for a new job, and a group of people experience severe stomach pains after eating corn fritters.
The speaker reflects on the nice feeling of being unconvinceable and compares it to evangelical Christians trying to convert people to their beliefs.
Reflecting on the connections and relationships in our lives can provide guidance and motivation towards achieving our goals and ideal life, even if they do not directly relate to our careers or long-term aspirations.
In this episode, the speaker discusses their introspection after their brother's death and their decision to interview various engineers to understand the past of a company.
The speaker reflects on how in your 20s you realize that anything is possible if you don't know what you're doing. They recall their own experience of going on a post-school holiday and thinking they will become a completely different person, only to find out it's not that simple.
The speaker reflects on past experiences with a spiritual mentor, the weight of taking another person's life, and the impact it has on their soul.
The speaker reflects on how our dark side exists in the form of comparison, envy, jealousy, and ego. They caution against thinking that we have won the battle over it, as it only leads to ignorance and illusion.
The speaker expresses discomfort about displaying their vulnerability on the internet and discusses their love for bears and bees.
The speaker reflects on their experience in a wilderness program and the ongoing process of healing and processing. They mention revisiting their journals from that time to help with organization.
Andrew Siwicki talks about his new app that sends positive quotes notifications and supplies journal prompts for self-reflection and shadow work. He emphasizes the importance of asking oneself the right questions to facilitate personal growth and understanding.
The host ponders what items would be on his list of things he would die for and mentions the New Hampshire State motto. He also suggests that creating such a list could help individuals measure their progress towards personal goals.
The podcast episode touches on topics like the value of time and the importance of living life to the fullest. The guest speaker is acknowledged for her bravery in speaking her truth in the world, while the discussion also mentions the work of legendary music video director, Hype Williams.
Jordan Peterson talks about how all the characters we see in religious stories, including the prisoner, the interrogator, Judas, and Pontius Pilate exist inside of us, and how we can find the love within ourselves by looking within.
The speaker discusses how she determines if she's settled in a particular area of life, and how she uses the contrast of others to gauge where she is in relation.