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  • Ego Check: Communicating with Harmony and Value

    Ego Check: Communicating with Harmony and Value
    Jul 19 2024
    In today’s episode, we dive into the art of discerning between ego-driven reactions and those that foster harmony and add value. Join me as I explore insights from Yung Pueblo, Epictetus, Rumi, and Proverbs, offering wisdom on how to speak less and listen more, ultimately enriching our conversations and relationships. Let’s reflect, learn, and grow together, finding the balance between expressing our truth and uplifting those around us. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for questions, insights and comments on today’s episode.
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    11 min
  • Shedding False Identities: The Power Of Living Authentically

    Shedding False Identities: The Power Of Living Authentically
    Jun 7 2024
    In this episode of "Note to Self," we explore the transformative power of authenticity through Deepak Chopra's insight that true awakening is about discarding who you are not, rather than changing who you are. Reflecting on the journeys of figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Rosa Parks, we delve into the importance of shedding societal expectations to embrace and honor our true selves. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for questions, comments or insights.
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    11 min
  • Tuning Your Soul: A Path To Inner Harmony

    Tuning Your Soul: A Path To Inner Harmony
    May 31 2024
    In this episode, I reflect on the importance of self-check-ins and soul care, inspired by recent entries in my "note to self" journal. Drawing from personal experiences and quotes by Marcus Aurelius, Brené Brown and others, I discuss how acknowledging our inner needs and taking deliberate steps can help tune our souls, fostering greater well-being and harmony. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for questions, thoughts and personal insights from this episode.
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    11 min
  • Encountering Fools: An Inevitable Part of Life

    Encountering Fools: An Inevitable Part of Life
    May 24 2024
    In today's episode, we examine the concept of "the fool" as explored in Robert Greene's "Mastery," discussing how to recognize and effectively deal with fools in our lives by focusing on long-term goals and maintaining emotional detachment. By understanding and accepting the presence of foolishness in both ourselves and others, we can better navigate these interactions, preserve our energy, and ultimately live a more liberated life. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for questions, insights or comments.
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    15 min
  • Boring Is Best: Transform Your Life Through Consistent Actions

    Boring Is Best: Transform Your Life Through Consistent Actions
    May 17 2024
    In this episode of the Note to Self podcast, we explore the paradoxical notion that being "boring" can lead to extraordinary results through consistency. Through reflections on quotes from ancient philosophers to modern thought leaders, we uncover the transformative power of steady habits and daily discipline in shaping our lives and achieving lasting success. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for any questions, thoughts or insights.
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    9 min
  • Worth Reading, Worth Writing: The Path to Meaningful Contribution

    Worth Reading, Worth Writing: The Path to Meaningful Contribution
    May 10 2024
    Today's episode centered around Benjamin Franklin's timeless quote: "Either write something worth reading or do something worth writing." We examined the notion of living a life of substance amidst modern distractions, drawing inspiration from stoic philosophers like Chrysippus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca. As we reflect on our actions and values, let's strive to embody significance and purpose in both our words and deeds. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for any questions, comments or insight on this episode.
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    7 min
  • Character: The Silent Narrator of Our Fate

    Character: The Silent Narrator of Our Fate
    May 3 2024
    In this episode of the podcast, I emphasize Heraclitus' timeless wisdom: "Character is fate." I open up about the essence of character, emphasizing the importance of actions over words in revealing one's true nature. Through introspection and alignment with our values, we shape our destiny, striving to embody virtues and become the best versions of ourselves. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for any questions or comments from todays episode.
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    13 min
  • The Discipline of Presence: Embracing the Power of Now

    The Discipline of Presence: Embracing the Power of Now
    Apr 26 2024
    In this episode, we explored the transformative power of accepting the past and shaping the future, inspired by C.S. Lewis' quote: "You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending." As we reflected on the wisdom of Lao Tzu, Paulo Coelho, and Marcus Aurelius, we discovered that true peace lies in embracing the present moment and rewriting our story with intention and gratitude. Email me at notetoselfpod@gmail.com for any questions or comments from todays episode.
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    8 min