Examining the complexity of flavors in the human experience.
everything is flowing changing being. nothing is static. there are no nouns only verbs. this episode is inspired by Alan Watts and generated by @kyrotechnics
Mind Tasting Wim Hof. On this episode I share what I've learned from a couple years of cold showers and ice baths. This episode is also in written form on my blog: https://medium.com/monthly-dailies/the-mental-training-of-cold-exposure-a763d3363fb3 - AND - https://mindtasting.medium.com/breathe-8a75c24137f7 . generated by @kyrotechnics
I'm leaving New York City for a couple months. got me savoring every last moment. follow my journey @kyrotechnics
Mind Tasting Quentin Tarantino. some of my thoughts after listening to the podcast interview - Joe Rogan Experience #1675 w Quentin Tarantino. recorded and produced by @kyrotechnics
life lessons from watching Kawhi Leonard play basketball. no basketball knowledge is necessary to learn from this episode! recorded and produced by @kyrotechnics
the tool of permission. the tool of expression. the tool of introspection. this is my tool kit for processing emotion. recorded and produced by @kyrotechnics. this episode in written form: https://medium.com/monthly-dailies/the-tools-for-emotional-processing-2c5be7c01800
in this episode I discuss how I change my relationship with the darkness of my past. recorded and produced by @kyrotechnics
recorded and produced by @kyrotechnics
visual vibes on IG @kyrotechnics. random thoughts on Twitter @kyrotechnics. buy me coffee on Venmo @kyrotechnics.
visual vibes on Instagram @kyrotechnics random thoughts on Twitter @kyrotechnics buy me coffee on Venmo @kyrotechnics
Is this the sign you've been looking for? What does it say? Are you willing to step towards the uncertainty of something new? On this episode of Mind Tasting, I share the thought process behind my last minute move to Brooklyn, New York. Podcast written and recorded by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics. Tell me how you feel - mindtastingpod@gmail.com
Do you have trouble accepting help? Why is that? Who taught you you have to do everything on your own? Do you believe you are weak if you rely on someone for support? Do you believe a support system is a basic human need? Tell me how you feel - mindtastingpod@gmail.com Podcast written and recorded by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics
We all have moments where we question what we're doing with our lives. The identity we create for ourselves gets challenged. Then we search for purpose, meaning, and truth. How do we find what we’re looking for? Ask not, ‘what do I want from life?’ Ask, ‘what does life want from me?’ Podcast written and recorded by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics. Want to join me for a conversation on the podcast? Email me - mindtastingpod@gmail.com
I get vulnerable on this episode and share some of my feelings and reflections from my love life right now. What does it mean to love someone? Can you love someone and want to change them? How do you balance the emotion of love and the practicality of partnership? What do you do when the person you love needs more than you’re capable of giving? Thank you for listening! Send me a text (213-595-5969) if you want to connect and discuss relationships, love, and connection. This podcast was written and recorded by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics
The energy of emotion is stored in the body, and so there are many health benefits to movement, whether it's in the form of working out, running, or dancing.The healing power of being seen is rooted in our need for human connection and community.Unleash Movement combines these two healing forces into one magical transformation experience. On this episode of Mind Tasting, I share my latest ecstatic dance experience at Unleash!Follow Unleash Movement on IG: @unleashmovementThis podcast was written and recorded by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics
I was going through a tough couple of days in terms of my mental health and recorded this podcast. When I first listened to it, I was hesitant to share, because I'm just sad and don't say anything particularly insightful.However, I'm sharing it to remind us that everyone is going through a lot right now. And that it's ok to be sad, depressed, anxious, or all of the above. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. These emotions are part of the human experience.Podcast written and recorded by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics
Be mindful of the identity you create for yourself. Can you really be defined by a single label, role, or identity?Isn’t there more complexity to your experience?Are you in touch with the eternal aspect of yourself? I explore these questions and more on this episode of Mind Tasting.Mind Tasting is written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
Our insecurities, whether they are perceived weaknesses or mistakes from our past, hold us back when we haven't fully accepted them. Owning our insecurities is the first step to integrating them into our journey.In the final scene of 8 Mile, Eminem demonstrates the power of owning every flaw, mistake, and embarrassment. He becomes unbeatable by taking back whatever his haters might use against him.I discuss how we can implement this strategy in our own lives in this episode of Mind Tasting.Mind Tasting is written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
For the first 30 years of my life I was very closed off to Love. Now that I’m starting to open up, I’m realizing that being vulnerable is a requirement to receiving Love.How do I step into this vulnerability? How do I overcome the fear of loss, rejection, or heartbreak? How do I open myself up to receive Love?I seek the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Mind Tasting.Mind Tasting is written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
What is the difference between a maze and a labyrinth?How does a labyrinth symbolically teach us about life?And what should be our focus as we navigate this labyrinth of life?I explore these questions and more on this episode of Mind Tasting.Mind Tasting is written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
When we step into a new life, we leave behind our old life. This process is often accompanied by discomfort and fear.Noticing these feelings arise is an opportunity - to find the edge of our comfort zone, to deploy the courage to step through our fear, and to discover what’s on the other side.Podcast written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
The Mamba Mentality is characterized by unrivaled work ethic, composure, focus, and self-belief. However, there’s a more core attribute in Kobe’s approach to life that contributed to his greatness: Mentorship.In this episode of Mind Tasting, I discuss how Kobe was a student of life, who learned from everyone around him and then inspired others by generously sharing what he learned. He was the ultimate mentee and mentor.How can we integrate mentorship in our own lives and embody the Mamba Mentality?Podcast written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero.
When are you comfortable sharing your opinions or beliefs in a public forum like a podcast or social network? And when do you wait to share what you think so you can learn more and educate yourself first? What happens when your opinions or beliefs change?I share my thoughts on these questions and more on this episode of Mind Tasting. If you want to interact w me reach out on Instagram or Twitter @kyrotechnics.Podcast written, recorded, and produced by Kyle Romero.
Sharing some of my thoughts on the passing of Chadwick Boseman. I discuss how Chadwick was the embodiment of King Energy and a great example of the characteristics of mature masculinity (0:15), and then I discuss the importance of allowing grief to show up in whatever way feels right (5:25). Thank you for listening!Follow me on IG and Twitter @kyrotechnics and let me know what you think of the podcast!
George Floyd was murdered by police officers on May 25, 2020. And now we want justice. But who will give this justice? The same legal system that’s responsible for the injustice? How can we expect the oppressor to become the rescuer? Decades ago Malcom X knew the government would not hold itself accountable for the injustice it perpetuates. Still today his message holds true. Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
Are you primarily focused on the result of what you do? What do you do for the simple joy of doing? Last week I took a two week break from the podcast, because I noticed it was starting to add stress into my life. Although I believe discipline is required to build healthy habits, I also believe it is healthy to have certain practices that are pressure free and discipline free. Activities we enjoy for the simple joy of doing, detached from outcomes or results. Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
A conversation w/ my Tita Michelle. On this episode, we share what we’ve learned from Death. Topics: (2:42) the moment Tita found out her Dad had a stroke, (6:45) the difficult decision to allow the body to expire, (16:36) the feeling of being in limbo, (22:22) the emotional experience of the funeral, (29:20) the emotional aftermath of the grieving process, (34:20) Death is what we all have in common, (40:05) Death is a family bonding experience, (46:55) saying YES to Life because they don’t get to. Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
A conversation w/ Joey Mezzatesta. We talk about the documentary “The Last Dance”. Topics: (2:05) Jordan making everything a competition, (7:22) Jordan’s and Phil Jackson’s leadership styles, (16:55) Jordan manufacturing motivation, (26:33) Jordan’s cultural appeal. Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics. Follow Joey on Twitter @joeymezz.
On this episode, I tell a story about how life shook me up to teach me a lesson I wasn't fully understanding. Life had given me this lesson before but clearly I needed a reminder.
A conversation with Eddie Booze. We share (1:15) what we're grateful for, (4:33) discuss the importance of gratitude practice, and (9:30) explore the balance between the desire for growth and the embrace in where we are now. Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics. Produced by Eddie Booze @eddiebooze.
For many years I felt I was the victim of my life circumstance. I remember the moment vividly when I decided to stop complaining and take accountability for the life I was choosing to live. And that's when everything began to change. I tell the full story on this episode of Mind Tasting. Thanks for listening! Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
There's value in finding the positive perspective in any situation. But sometimes this mindset doesn't allow for negative emotions. "Is being positive a role you often have to play?" On this episode I share how Esther Perel helped me realize the importance of holding space for negative emotions. Thank you for listening! Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
In Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Felix Felicis is a magical potion with the nickname Liquid Luck. According to Professor Slughorn, if you drink it “you will find all your endeavors tend to succeed”. On this episode of the Mind Tasting podcast, I discuss how a common muggle can produce the same effect. Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics.
@kyrotechnics dissects Ed Sheeran's mindset to the creative process. Ed explains that 5 years of bad songs came before the good songs. This episode is inspired by a documentary that follows Ed while he was writing his album 'Divide'. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeI9UdxBorA). Presented by Kyle Romero @kyrotechnics
A conversation w Marlena Polecka. Topics: (1:03) expectations in relationships, (7:20) setting boundaries is self-love, (9:55) tracing beliefs back to childhood, (16:30) negative behaviors as coping mechanisms, (25:17) wanting to fix people, (33:38) trusting intuition. Presented by Kyle Romero. @kyrotechnics
In this episode, I share how Dr. Dre's ability to reinvent himself was the key to his success. I examine his reinventions and find the specific elements that we might use in our own personal journeys. Presented by Kyle Romero.
A conversation w Eddie Booze. Topics include: (1:00) the social metaphors in the film Parasite, (11:11) how Eddie started scoring film and TV, (16:16) how to approach networking, (25:50) the changes we’d like to see in work and education, (39:00) the pros and cons of Universal Basic Income. Presented by Kyle Romero. Produced by Eddie Booze.
A conversation w Eddie Booze. Topics: (0:52) the evolution of rock music. (9:06) a blending genre original by Eddie Booze. (12:25) our take on Old Town Road. (14:04) one of my favorite movie experiences. (16:22) the psychology of covers. (29:29) the role of music in culture. (32:10) how music affects the mind. Presented by Kyle Romero. Produced by Eddie Booze.
The mind has a tendency to seek information and make sense of the world. We want to understand and know what is going on around us. But there's a limit to what we can know. On this episode I tell a couple stories that help me embrace not knowing. Written and presented by Kyle Romero.
A conversation with Joey Mezzatesta. Topics: (1:16) stay home concerts, (9:50) social gatherings online, (14:50) the psychology of reality TV, (19:25) managing media consumption, (29:09) why memes are fascinating, (32:50) and how we listen to music. Presented by Kyle Romero. Connect with Joey on Twitter @joeymezz and check out his newsletter at https://yourpaljoe.substack.com/
I tell the story of an allergic reaction emergency I experienced a few months ago. What happened, and what I learned. Long story short: YOUR NEEDS ARE VALID & ignoring your needs might kill you. Written and presented by Kyle Romero. Produced by Eddie Booze.
A conversation with Eddie Booze. We discuss (1:00) being in the moment, (12:30) reframing negative experiences, (18:36) emotion in the body, (33:00) processing past emotions, (42:55) addiction as an attempt to fix the problem, (54:45) using emotional triggers to help with self examination. Written and hosted by Kyle Romero. Produced by Eddie Booze.
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