Let's Talk Perspective

At times others see qualities and potential in us that we have not seen yet, just as we see sometimes see it in our friends or family. The idea is not to tell each other what to do, but to cultivate conversation that may allow someone to walk into the qualities that we see. In this episode we go into depth about raising consciousness and confidence through relationships, friendships, and communities.

In this episode we discuss the relationship between confidence and arrogance. We tend to think that they are different from one another and fail to see where they intermingle and relate. Tune in with us as we dive deeper into these two! Notes:0:00- Intro/Confidence vs. Arrogance5:00- Expressing confidence7:30- How do you cultivate confidence?12:27- Arrogance as a projection14:51- Closing/Outro

There is a lot of value that lies within the activities that we do on a day-to-day basis. In this episode we sit down to discuss that value and how to make sure that we are using the things that we do as a tool for continuous elevation and growth. Notes:0:00- Intro/ Another side of people pleasing4:15- Using our activities as a tool for elevation6:15- What is your self-talk when trying to get focused?10:09- Can you self-generate intense presence?17:10- Closing/Outro

In this episode we speak about the many aspects of a relationship, be it romantic, or friendship, or familial. Relationships have proved to be a natural inclination for us as humans and they are not going away. Tune in with us as we speak about our experiences with relationships/friendships and growing outlooks thus far! Notes:0:00- Intro/ Power of nurturing relationships3:40- When did your vision of a relationship change?14:47- Relationships as a vessel to grow23:38- Closing

It is sad to say that you may not get everything you ever wanted in the way that you seen yourself receiving it, but the great news is, you can still achieve everything you want, it may just look a little different. In this episode we talk about the many different rejections we have dealt with along the way and how we have been able to reframe rejection into something usable to move forward. Rejection is not opposite from success; it is a part of success that can serve as the light to future successes for yourself and for others.Notes:0:00- Intro1:06- Facing rejection4:20- Learning from and navigating through rejection9:47- Learning to not tie your self esteem and confidence with rejection18:10- Accepting what is in front of you and not getting attached to ideas27:52- How would you break down non-attachment to a young kid aspiring to be great in a specific field?34:50- Realizing you have the answers to your own questions39:03- What is something that you feared in the past, but now you excel at or are continuing to overcome?42:05- Outro/Closing

We live in the magnificent time of all day news, social media, and just constant stimulation. Now, no one is saying this is a “bad” thing, the question is, “Is there a such thing as too much external stimulation?” In this episode we explore this question with our own personal experience and some of the methods we use when we start to feel that it may be time for a break. We go from “social media fasting” to the deeper subject of illuminating our most authentic selves. Notes:0:00- Intro/social media1:24- Social media fast8:00- Benefits of a social media fast17:20- Using social media as a brand/expression of yourself23:25- Doing what is best for yourself29:34- What image are you portraying and what are you living?32:15- Who are you beyond your roles?36:10- How do you want to be remembered?40:28- Outro/Closing

Compassion is a noble characteristic to claim as a part of your character, but are you truly applying it in the way you interact with others? In this episode we speak about being present and what it looks like in its simplest form, and how compassion has not only assisted ourselves but also others in experiencing the everlasting present moment.Notes:0:00- Intro/Compassion4:24- How do you practice presence?7:10- Detaching from expectations and reactions12:59- Moving into compassion20:02- How do you get to know yourself?27:38- Not letting external happenings consume you32:25- A weekly challenge32:50- Outro/Closing

Starting something new can be daunting and intimidating, but if we are to evolve and progress, we must persevere through these feelings. In this episode we talk about some of the feelings and anxiety we had prior to launching this podcast, and how since, we have learned to transcend these feelings and endeavor into new things without anxiety running the show.Notes:0:00- Intro0:08- What is it about starting something new that ignites anxiety?6:50- Learning to let go of “What could happen”11:26- How do you talk yourself through an anxious situation?18:37- Shedding off limiting phrases21:17- Are you as critical of other people as you are yourself?25:25- How do you start something new with out letting anxiety take you over?27:20- Outro/ Closing

In this episode hosts: Reakwon Jones, Stephanie Calderon, and Jonathan Crawford welcome Li back to the show for a part two! Li gives us a deeper look into her journey into poetry and how it has helped her develop into a person she is proud to be. Within this episode we speak about the throws of seeking external validation and how we, as individuals can begin to cultivate a place for internal validation to bloom.Notes:0:00- Intro0:35- Li's journey into poetry6:04- Li on joining a group focused on poetry8:57- Seeking external validation20:07- Li on developing internal validation23:45- Are we truly alone?30:17- Li on exercises she practiced to decipher who she really is35:25- Outro/ Closing

In this episode hosts: Reakwon Jones, Stephanie Calderon, and Jonathan Crawford sit down and discuss their takes on motivation and discipline. How do these two different acts play a part in everyday life? Where do they meet? Motivation is everywhere; television, social media, friends, and multiple forms of in-person advertisement. What catches our eye is the result of what someone has worked to attain, but what we miss is the effort and tenacity that went into getting there. How do we sustain motivation? Where does discipline come in?Notes:0:00- Intro0:15- Motivation vs. Discipline3:54- Is motivation just as necessary as discipline?8:56- The significance of motivation10:38- Connecting your why to your motivation/ Following through on the promises you make to yourself16:52- Not comparing your path to other's17:51- How important is self-discipline in everyday life?21:42- Call to action22:10- Closing/Outro

In this episode hosts: Reakwon Jones, Stephanie Calderon, and Jonathan Crawford sits down to discuss passions and self-mastery. Living in a time where work life balance seems unrealistic, people are being moved by the notion to follow their passion. How do we know when it is truly the right time to follow our passion? Is a person able to have multiple passions? How does self-mastery fit into the fold of knowing which passion to follow and which to not? Tune in with us as we dive deeper into this very prevalent topic.Notes:0:00- Intro5:57- Does a person have multiple passions? Or do they all relate to one singular passion?8:54- When do you know to keep your passion as a hobby or to pursue it as a career?13:10- Learning to not identify with your job or passion15:08- How do you find joy in a career that may not be aligned with your passion?18:51- Self Mastery23:35- What is Self-Doubt?27:14- How do you know when you are pushing too much?31:37- Final question32:48- Closing/Outro

In this episode hosts: Reakwon Jones, Stephanie Calderon, and Jonathan Crawford sit down with poet and coffee enthusiast Li and discuss what it means to forgive and let go. This could be centered around forgiving others or forgiving yourself as you begin to shed off the layers of a past Self. We discuss how Li addresses her inner child and learns from it to help her persevere in her life now.Notes:0:00- Intro0:30- An opening poem from Li3:43- Background on the opening poem5:00- Realizing you are not the person you want to be and taking the first step in changing that- From Li8:24- Li on what made her realize she was still holding on to a past form of Self11:12- Closing the door on a victim mentality and doing the work to become better14:22- How do you know you are being a good person?19:28- Li on tapping into her own wisdom to face her inner-battles23:07- Filling the void29:42- Li on filling her cup to put herself in position to give32:28- Reakwon on why he deleted the word “bored” out of his vocabulary37:30- Li realizing she was a people pleaser and how she navigated her way out of that42:01- How Li talks herself through her anxiety47:30- Closing/Outro

In this episode hosts: Reakwon Jones, Stephanie Calderon, and Jonathan Crawford sit down with Chandra Ahrendt and discuss her journey from being physically assaulted, her mother passing away, and getting into martial arts all in short span of time. She speaks boldly and courageously about what it is like to turn your trauma into strength. Notes:0:00- Intro1:00- Chandra's experience coming into Muay Thai after physical assault6:47- Chandra on stepping into a mentor role9:17- Learning from your losses/Taking coaching13:13- The origin of Chandra's work ethic15:56- Chandra on her near-death experience17:10- Getting your mind prepared for a fight and balancing your emotions18:54- How do you pour into your work ethic?22:29- Learning to appreciate rest as a part of hard work26:23- Questioning yourself and asking the question- “What makes me happy?”27:44- Chandra on her highs and lows within martial arts36:29- Making conscious time for personal development45:21- Chandra on sacrifices she had to make and cutting out excess baggage1:00:16- Temporariness of emotions1:05:57- Closing/Outro

As we continue to develop personally and shed layers that no longer fit what we are growing into, are we suppose to abandon even the things that did bring us joy before just because it may not fit what we see ourselves as now?In this episode hosts: JC, Kwon, and Steph sit down and discuss what it means to express your inner child. Some times as we become heavily more involved in the adult aspects of life we can tend to abandon the joy we felt as a child and become entrenched in the monotony of adulthood. Is there a way that prior parts of yourself can coexist with who you are becoming today?NOTES:0:00- Taking yourself to serious1:50- Letting the inner child out3:28- What is something you do to express your inner child?6:34- Being conscious of who you surround yourself with7:56- Chasing success?10:41- I want to be successful at life11:36- How do you want to be remembered?16:40- Choose your version of success18:40- Would you rather be a hamster sized rhinoceros or a rhinoceros sized hamster?20:57- Give yourself permission to express yourself21:55- Outro

Our very own Muay Thai fighter, Stephanie Calderon lets us dig deep into the mindset, the physical strain, and the sacrifice involved in becoming a competitive Muay Thai fighter! In this episode hosts: JC, Kwon, and Steph sit down to discuss what it looks like to drop your ego and learn something completely new, how life design can work and help you live a life that you envision, and the importance of doing things that help you obtain presence! NOTES:0:00- Intro0:50- The process and mindset of preparing for a fight5:00- Journey into fighting8:22- Realizing Improvement9:19- Dropping your ego15:35- Responding to pressure18:38- Response to fight cancellation22:15- How much of the sport is mental versus physical25:38- Where is confidence coming from 27:10- Becoming present32:00- Life Design/Taking control over your life35:50- Challenge for the audience36:15- Outro