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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7897" titles="946 Simon Hammond – Brutal Truths" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]Brutal Truths
In this interview, I speak with Simon Hammond about his newest book, Brutal Truths. As a creative thinker, Simon spends much of his time observing the world and from where he sits he believes that in order for us to each walk into our greatest level of self-awareness we have to wake up to five key Brutal Truths that is holding us back. As the individual becomes more self-aware and begins to walk their own path the collective flourishes. Enjoy! (more…)
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7894" titles="945 Rob Clark – Resilience" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]Resilience
In this interview, I chat with Rob Clark about Resilience including takeouts from his book Everyday Resilience for Everyday Heroes which highlights the four major facets of resiliency: Adversity, Perspective, Passion, and Appreciation. An important conversation that will help provide a framework and structure to help us all move forward with confidence. (more…)
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7890" titles="944 Karl Staib – Bring Gratitude" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]Bring Gratitude
In this interview, I speak with Karl Staib about his journey into gratitude. You’ve most likely heard all about how having a gratitude practise is important but it’s much more than just saying daily “I’m grateful for…”, you really have to connect with the WHY. We also delve into his DigToFly concept and I receive a little coaching from Karl using his DigToFly questionnaire. Some good valuable takeaways within and some beautiful inspiration to help you fly. (more…)
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7882" titles="943 James Clear (replay) – Atomic Habits" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
My interview with James Clear discussing his book Atomic Habits. You’re going to love it.
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7878" titles="942 Eve Turow-Paul – Our Foodie Culture" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]Our Foodie Culute – Hungry
We wait in lines around the block for scoops of cookie dough. We photograph every meal. We visit selfie performance spaces and leave lucrative jobs to become farmers and craft brewers.
Why? What are we really hungry for?
In this interview, I speak with Eve Turow-Paul about our foodie culture and lifestyle, why it’s become so prolific and how it plays an important role in our overall wellbeing. (more…)
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7873" titles="940 Massimo Pigliucci – A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]A Field Guide to a Happy Life
Another great conversation with Massimo Pigliucci discussing his newest book A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living. In his hands, Stoicism isn’t about feats of indifference, but about enduring pain without being overwhelmed, while enjoying pleasures without losing our heads. In short, he makes Stoicism into a philosophy all of us — whether committed Stoics or simply seekers — can use to live better. (more…)
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7871" titles="939 Denis Hachey – A Mind to Mind Conversation" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]
A Mind to Mind Conversation
Do you ever feel like you could do more with your life, but you don’t know where to start? In this inspiring conversation, I speak with Denis about just that. Where do we start? And it seems it all starts with having the correct mindset.
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7867" titles="938 William Stephens – Writing Stoicism & Happiness" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]Writing Stoicism & Happiness
My interview with Philosophy Professor William O. Stephens. Discuss sabbaticals, writing process, purpose, stoicism and happiness. Enjoy!
Guest Bio.
William O. Stephens is Professor of Philosophy at Creighton University. His four books are Marcus Aurelius: A Guide for the Perplexed (Continuum 2012), Stoic Ethics: Epictetus and Happiness as Freedom (Continuum 2007), The Person: Readings in Human Nature (Prentice Hall 2006), and The Ethics of the Stoic Epictetus, an English translation of Adolf Bonhöffer’s 1894 classic (Peter Lang 1996). His dozens of articles and book chapters on Stoicism include the topics of food, farming, refugees, love, death, animals, sportsmanship, travel, habit, ecology, the Star Wars films, and the film Gladiator (2000). He has also published on friendship, ethics and animals, and philosophical vegetarianism. His current book projects are Epictetus’ Enchiridion: A New Translation and Guide to Stoic Ethics (Bloomsbury) and Stoic Lessons in Liberation: Epictetus as Educator.
Books by William Stephens.
Connect with William here.
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.
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7857" titles="937 Misty Sansom – Purpose" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]PURPOSE
Today’s feature guest is Misty Sansom.
The Topic is PURPOSE.
Let the show begin.
Guest bio.
Misty Sansom is a writer and life purpose coach who helps people to figure out exactly what they’re meant to do in life and how to make it happen. Her work has been featured on the Huffington Post, the Daily Guru and MindBodyGreen, and she teaches people how to find their purpose and bring it to life through her ebook, monthly membership and 1:1 coaching. Get started with her free resources and tools at: www.mistysansom.com
Connect with Misty here.
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.
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[audioplayer file="https://www.thehiddenwhy.com/?p=7864" titles="936 Shannon Huffman Polson – The GRIT Factor" artists="Podcast" track="ffff00"]The GRIT Factor
In this interview, I speak with Shannon Huffman Polson about her new book The Grit Factor. Psychologist Angela Duckworth has defined GRIT as “perseverance and passion for long-term goal”. Shannons shares her 3 phase approach in developing GRIT that anyone can adopt to help them achieve more success in life. Enjoy!
Guest Bio.
Shannon Huffman Polson served as one of the first women to fly the Apache helicopter in the US Army. Her career as an Army officer and attack aviation leader around the globe spans almost a decade. In addition to her military service, she spent five years leading and managing in the corporate sector, at Guidant and Microsoft. She is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World. As a dynamic, in-demand speaker, Polson reaches thousands of people a year at major organizations and large public venues on topics related to leadership, courage, resilience, and grit. She and her husband, Peter, have two energetic sons.
Connect with Shannon uysing the links below.
Grab a copy of her book using the link below.
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.
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