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On Episode #40 of the Book Talk Today podcast we are joined by Adam Lowenstein(@adamlowenstein) Adam M. Lowenstein spent eight years working in American government and politics in the United States, most recently as speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. We discussed:
Adam M. Lowenstein, author of Reframe the Day, is a former U.S. Senate speechwriter who left the nonstop, striving-obsessed world of American politics and discovered that with some simple tweaks to the way in which he approached each day he could resist the allure of 'busyness' and find more meaning in his day and his life. In Reframe the Day, Adam writes about practical systems we can use to nudge our days in a more fulfilling direction as opposed to an endless series of “what's nexts” — what's the next meeting, task, obligation, goal, achievement? When people ask Adam what he does, how does he like to reply? How does Adam see himself today, his identity? How would Erin, his wife, say he has reframed how he sees himself? We don't discuss the cost of identity? What's the cost? How Adam sold himself the self-image and identity of an unfeeling workaholic, using 'busyness' to mask vulnerabilities. What are the most important habits that Adam has in his day that backs up his identity? The book is Reframe the Day. What has Adam reframed in the last 100 days that has had a profound impact on his world? Our lives feel like an endless series of “what's nexts.” How has Adam reframed this feeling? Why everyone else's 'busyness' seems more productive and useful than our own? Discover who you are by figuring out who you are not. Tara Brach talks about “mental noting”. How does Adam use mental noting to reframe his day? “Tuesdays to write” - how does that work? "And you can take pride in what you're doing. As writer Joshua Wolf Shenk recounts, during the Civil War, a Union general asked President Abraham Lincoln “Act well your part,” Lincoln told the general. “There all the honor lies.” Abraham Lincoln took to heart not just the power of the written word, but the power of actually writing the words. How does Adam cultivate or curate his learnings? LINKS Adam M. Lowenstein on Medium https://medium.com/@adamlowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein blog www.adaml.blog. The Mojo Sessions website https://www.themojosessions.com The Mojo Sessions on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TheMojoSessions?fan_landing=true The Mojo Sessions on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheMojoSessions/ Gary on Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-bertwistle-helping-unlock-great-ideas-b5182011/ Gary on Twitter https://twitter.com/GaryBertwistle The Mojo Sessions on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themojosessions/ If you like what you hear, we'd be grateful for a review on iTunes - click here. Happy listening! © 2021 Gary Bertwistle. All Rights Reserved. Any products or companies discussed in the show are not paid endorsements. I am not sponsored by, nor do I have any professional or affiliate relationships of any kind with any of the companies or products highlighted in the show. It's just stuff I like, that I think is cool, that I want to share, and that I believe may be of interest to you as part of the Mojo crew.
Today’s guest Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of the new book, "Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time," which outlines 10 practices for creating a more fulfilling life by building more fulfilling days. Before moving to London in the fall of 2017, Adam spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate.Connect with Adam: @amlowenstein (Twitter), @adamlowenstein (Instagram), @adamlowenstein (Medium)Connect with me:Vero: Vero.co/alexreadsWebsite: alexholmes.coInstagram: @byalexholmesEmail: tttalkpod@gmail.comNewlsetter: alexholmes.co/newsletterMusic: Ryan NileEdited: Pure Creation Media/Ryan NileExecutive Produced: Alex Holmes --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/timetotalkwithalexholmes/message
Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time outlines 10 practices for creating a more fulfilling life by building more fulfilling days. Adam previously spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and frequently writes about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter at www.adaml.blog. Show Notes: (00:03:53) Adam's Background (00:06:41) Broken Narratives or Imported Values (00:08:34) The Case Study of Millennials (00:12:17) How COVID is affecting all of us (00:13:59) Being ok with less control (00:18:13) Everything takes practice (00:20:32) It's how habits make you a better human not keeping up with the habit (00:22:32) What is Adam's Reset (00:25:51) Silver Bullet Soap Box (00:29:04) You Can't Hack Your Way to Happiness (00:33:33) We're still human at the end of the day (00:36:44) Judging your self worth (00:40:51) Who you are is not what you do (00:44:10) How would help someone separate their identity? (00:49:17) False Expectations (00:50:51) The power of vision (00:53:42) Steven Pressfield (00:56:18) Seeing life as a trajectory (00:57:40) Dealing with curveballs of life (00:59:25) Craft and Mastery (01:07:34) Self and Societal Improvement (01:08:41) Connecting with Adam For more content head to https://feedingcuriosity.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/feedingcuriosity/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/feedingcuriosity/support
Adam M. Lowenstein encourages to ask ourselves whether we're working on self-improvement or self-indulgence. Episode 1713: Are you working on Self-Improvement or Self-Indulgence? by Adam M. Lowenstein on Finding A Balanced Life Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. The original post is located here: https://www.adaml.blog/life-and-news/are-you-working-on-self-improvement-or-self-indulgence Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam M. Lowenstein encourages to ask ourselves whether we're working on self-improvement or self-indulgence. Episode 1713: Are you working on Self-Improvement or Self-Indulgence? by Adam M. Lowenstein on Finding A Balanced Life Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. The original post is located here: https://www.adaml.blog/life-and-news/are-you-working-on-self-improvement-or-self-indulgence Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Adam M. Lowenstein encourages to ask ourselves whether we're working on self-improvement or self-indulgence. Episode 1713: Are you working on Self-Improvement or Self-Indulgence? by Adam M. Lowenstein on Finding A Balanced Life Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. The original post is located here: https://www.adaml.blog/life-and-news/are-you-working-on-self-improvement-or-self-indulgence Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Fidelius lets you create online vaults to store your information, then guard your vaults with people you trust. Get 30% off your first year or lifetime membership! Just visit fideliusvaults.com and enter code OPTIMAL at checkout. Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalLivingDaily --- This episode is sponsored by · The Daily Shine Podcast: The Daily Shine is a podcast-meets-meditation forum that helps listeners navigate their stress and anxiety. https://open.spotify.com/show/0q5HKfqOiwSh2bwsiz2keP Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/optimal-living-daily/support
Adam M. Lowenstein encourages to ask ourselves whether we're working on self-improvement or self-indulgence. Episode 1713: Are you working on Self-Improvement or Self-Indulgence? by Adam M. Lowenstein on Finding A Balanced Life Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. The original post is located here: and in and ! Fidelius lets you create online vaults to store your information, then guard your vaults with people you trust. Get 30% off your first year or lifetime membership! Just visit and enter code OPTIMAL at checkout. Interested in advertising on the show? Visit
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1682: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog Learn more about the book here: www.adaml.blog Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1682: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog Learn more about the book here: www.adaml.blog Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1682: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog Learn more about the book here: www.adaml.blog Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Now's the time to get the latest and greatest from Raycon. Get 15% off your order at BuyRaycon.com/old. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/optimal-living-daily/support
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1682: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at Learn more about the book here: and in and ! Now's the time to get the latest and greatest from Raycon. Get 15% off your order at .
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1600: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. Learn more about the book here: www.adaml.blog Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1600: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. Learn more about the book here: www.adaml.blog Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1600: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at www.adaml.blog. Learn more about the book here: www.adaml.blog Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Get 3 months free once you run your first payroll with our link: Gusto.com/OLD --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/optimal-living-daily/support
An excerpt from the book Reframe the Day by Adam M. Lowenstein. Episode 1600: An Excerpt from the book Reframe the Day: Embracing the Craft of Life, One Day at a Time by Adam M. Lowenstein Adam M. Lowenstein is the author of Reframe the Day. He spent eight years working in American government and politics, most recently as a speechwriter and strategic communications advisor in the United States Senate. Today, Adam lives in London with his partner, Erin, and writes frequently about politics, work, and life. Visit his website, see his latest work, and subscribe to his newsletter, “Reframe Your Inbox,” at . Learn more about the book here: and in and ! Gusto is making payroll, benefits, and HR easy for small businesses. Get 3 months free once you run your first payroll with our link: