Depression
“That’s the thing about depression: A human being can survive almost anything, as long as she sees the end in sight. But depression is so insidious, and it compounds daily, that it’s impossible to ever see the end. The fog is like a cage without a key.” Elizabeth Wurtzel
I believe we are all prone to it. I believe that some people are more prone to depression than others but I don’t believe anyone is entirely exempt. I suppose it depends on many varying factors including our upbringing and our current situation in life.
The Art of Receiving
Written & Narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi – Originally Published 7.11.2014
I got myself in more debt. I got myself more upset when more bills came rolling in. I got myself in a panic when I got myself fired and was not sure where the next paycheck would come from. How would I support my wife and kids? What would I do next? What would happen next?
What I asked for in life I received. It was how I reacted, not responded, that has taught me a heck of a lot in life. We all continue to learn as we experience life. It is what we do with these life lessons that count.
Summary
Dr Brian Boxer Walcher has pioneered treatments in vision correction, has published more than 100 scientific, peer-reviewed journal papers and book chapters, and is the first choice of many doctors for their own eye treatment. In his new book – Perceptual Intelligence, he offers a fascinating, accessible description of how we see what we see and why this affects every aspect of our lives. This forms the basis of our discussion in this interview.
Dr Brian is fascinated by the connections among our five senses — sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch — and how our brains register and interpret them to distinguish reality from illusion. (more…)
Freakonomics Radio by Stephen J. Dubner and WNYC Studios
Freakonomics Radio is the podcast the explores the hidden side of everything. Each week the host Stephen Dubner produces entertaining, fun and often fascinating conversations about the economics that influence, define and shape daily life. Presented by WNYC Studios and his partner and co-author of several New York Times best-selling books, Steve Levitt.
Here is the link to the short and sweet version of how Freakonomics came to be – Freakonomics.com.
In a nutshell, it began with Stephen, a journalist for the New York Times Magazine who found himself heading to Chicago to meet Levitt – an award-winning economist. (more…)
Today’s featured guest is Mark L Brown. The topic is Excellence.
Let the show begin.
Guest Bio
Originally from Kingston, Jamaica, Mark Brown migrated to the United States at 18 years old with only $40 in his pocket and a dream for a better life. Today, he has become one of the most popular inspirational speakers in the world. In 1995, Mark defeated more than 20,000 contestants from 14 countries to win the illustrious Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking. Since then, he has delivered more than 3,500 presentations, to more than 1.7 million people on 5 continents. He helps organizations and individuals achieve excellence in Leadership, Communication,
Today, he has become one of the most popular inspirational speakers in the world. In 1995, Mark defeated more than 20,000 contestants from 14 countries to win the illustrious Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking. Since then, he has delivered more than 3,500 presentations, to more than 1.7 million people on 5 continents. He helps organizations and individuals achieve excellence in Leadership, Communication,
He helps organizations and individuals achieve excellence in Leadership, Communication, Performance, and Life, via keynote speeches, educational programs, youth assemblies, and professional speech coaching.
Further Reading and Resources
TED Talks: Ideas worth spreading
Elite Daily: The Voice of Generation Y
Four Hour Work Week: How to escape the 9-5, live anywhere and join the new rich.
The Minimalists: How to pursue a minimalist lifestyle and be happier.
Mind Hacks: Tips and Tricks for Using Your Brain
Rich Roll: Plantpowered Wellness Advocate
The Art of Charm: Build confidence, feel comfortable and networking differently.
The Art of Manliness: Encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, brothers, citizens.
Tiny Buddha: Simple wisdom for complex lives.
Mind Body Green: Lifestyle media brand dedicated to inspiring you to live your best life.
Zen Habits: Find simplicity and mindfulness in life.
Creative NonFiction: “true stories well told.”
Barking Up the Wrong Tree: science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life.
The Positivity Blog: Practical articles on happiness, self-esteem, productivity and social skills.
Wake Up
“This is the real secret of life—to be completely engaged with what you are doing in the here and now. And instead of calling it work, realize it is play.” Alan Watts
To be awake is to become more aware of how our life is influenced, the ways in which we are coerced into believing and living a particular kind of existence. The engineered design of our reality. The creation of the delusional state of being that slaves us to a conditioned life.
Summary
How is your relationship with your phone? Do you find it distracts your attention in unhealthy ways or is it indeed adding to the quality of your life? In this episode, I chat with Catherin Price about her newest book, How to Break Up With Your Phone: The 30-Day Plan to Take Back Your Life – coming out February 2018.
For many of us, our phones rule our lives. They are the ultimate distraction and designed in this way. The statistics are alarming and give a good reason for our need to become more aware of the type of relationship with have with our phone. Catherine has a great deal of information to share on a topic that is relevant to the majority of us. (more…)
Summary
“Our greatest joys in life come not from us being lifted up by others but rather the lifting up of others by us.” Phillip Carson.
Here is an interview from the archives that I hosted with Dr Phillip Carson. In it, we discuss what it means to remain in optimal health, why health is critical for lower stress and higher success and why the current worldview on health must change. We also get into some finer details such as what is good digestion, food & exercise options and how to become Fine in 49 Days.
For the full show notes from the original interview please click here – episode 142. (more…)
Purpose and Desire: What Makes Something “Alive” and Why Modern Darwinism Has Failed to Explain It
by J. Scott Turner“If something burns your soul with purpose and desire, it’s your duty to be reduced to ashes by it. Any other form of existence will be yet another dull book in the library of life.” Charles Bukowski
Scott Turner is a biologist and physiologist and with efforts to scratch his own itch he has written this book to answer the question that he believes that modern Darwinism has put to bed – What is life? (more…)
“A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instil a love of learning.” Brad Henry
This is my final 3-minute thought on The Hidden Why podcast. I like boosts of inspiration. I love sharing not only to intensify my learning but in hope, I can somehow have an impact on another’s life. I’d encourage everyone to
I’d encourage everyone to try to learn something each day – find joy in learning and then share it. Share it to deepen your learning and understanding but also to serves others in a way that provides you with meaning. Enjoy! (more…)
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