Note To Self15 Syys 2023

Embodying Your Philosophy: Lessons from the Dentist Chair

In this episode of the Note To Self podcast, we delve into a unique analogy that might just change the way you approach personal growth and philosophy. Imagine treating life like a visit to the dentist – only getting a checkup every six months and not tending to the daily work of brushing your teeth between your appointments. (Gross right?) We explore this concept by drawing wisdom from the ancient philosopher Epictetus. I share insightful passages about keeping your philosophy to yourself, allowing it to grow gradually like a hidden seed. But how does this relate to our modern lives, especially in the age of social media? I reflect on the temptation to share every thought, belief, or idea on platforms like social media. It's easy to like, share, or repost without truly embodying our beliefs. Through engaging anecdotes and thought-provoking questions, we learn the importance of living our philosophy and beliefs, not just talking about them. The episode also brings in insights from Jim Collins' "Good to Great," exploring the difference between looking out the window and pointing fingers versus looking in the mirror and letting philosophy shape us from within. As we circle back to the dentist analogy, you'll discover practical steps to apply these principles to your daily life. It's all about doing the work you're meant to do, akin to brushing your teeth daily, reading, journaling, and meaningful conversations with friends. By the end of this episode, you'll have a fresh perspective on personal growth and philosophy. Are you due for a six-month checkup, or are you diligently brushing and flossing your way to a philosophy that truly embodies your life? Tune in to find out!

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Ego Check: Communicating with Harmony and Value

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 Pr...

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Shedding False Identities: The Power Of Living Authentically

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...

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Tuning Your Soul: A Path To Inner Harmony

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, ...

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Encountering Fools: An Inevitable Part of Life

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 goa...

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Boring Is Best: Transform Your Life Through Consistent Actions

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 phi...

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Worth Reading, Worth Writing: The Path to Meaningful Contribution

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 mo...

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Character: The Silent Narrator of Our Fate

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 on...

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The Discipline of Presence: Embracing the Power of Now

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 ...

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