Podcasts about Balinese

Amy Minkley is the founder of FI Freedom Retreats, a passion project that was born out of her love and gratitude for the F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement and community. In this episode, she shares her journey to achieving financial independence (FI) while living in Bali, Indonesia. Amy gives us a glimpse into her lavish yet affordable lifestyle, spending only $30k a year. She details her frugal upbringing, early teaching career in Japan, and subsequent well-paid international teaching positions that allowed her to save aggressively. The episode also highlights Amy's contributions to the local Balinese community through the FI Freedom Retreats, aimed at educating and bringing together the FI community in Asia.  

Have you heard of Siwa Murti? Part 2 with Janelle Marra and she's telling us all about the healing possibilities of Siwa Murti. She's a talented practitioner of this unique Balinese energy healing. I shared two personal stories of the healing my family has experienced. She's truly amazing!!  Listen to learn about the amazing ways it can address various health challenges. We talked about the power of being open-minded, the effectiveness of targeted energy healing, and how it fits beautifully alongside traditional treatments. Don't miss out on these captivating stories (yes AI picked the word captivating but I think that's a word Janelle would use too)! Connect with Janelle Marra: @JanelleMarraHealing Sign up for your 7 Day Free Trial of Soul Sway virtual classes Get Weekly Health Tips:  thrivehealthcoachllc.com Let's Connect:@‌ashleythrivehealthcoach or via email: ashley@thrivehealthcoachingllc.com Podcast Produced by Virtually You!

What if the life you're living isn't even the one you were meant for? In this captivating episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg shares the raw and emotional experience of a sacred water ceremony she recently took part in with a Balinese priest, an unexpected moment that cracked something open in her. What followed was a powerful realisation: somewhere along the way, we forget that we are the director of our own film. We hand over the script. We let others choose the plot. This episode is your reminder that you can reclaim it all. That it’s never too late to step off autopilot and rewrite your story. If you’ve ever wondered whether the path you’re on is truly yours… you’ll want to hear this. Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here. To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here. Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here. Sign up for Sarah’s newsletter (Greatness Guide) here. Purchase Sarah's Meditations here. Instagram: @sarahgrynberg Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vom Celebrate in Uluwatu bis zum Connect in Ubud Daniel erzählt, wie ihn drei kleine Zettel nach Bali geführt haben… Er nimmt dich mit auf seine ganz persönliche Bali-Experience – eine Journey voller Kontraste, Erkenntnisse und echter WAO!-Momente. Zwischen Silvesterparty und Sound Healing, zwischen Scooter-Ausflügen durch Reisfelder und Momenten der Selbstbegegnung – diese Folge ist eine Reise für alle Sinne. Was passiert, wenn du dich einfach mal treiben lässt und offen bist für alles, was kommt? In dieser Podcastfolge erfährst du:

Capítulo especial de El Libro Rojo, por primera vez grabado íntegramente en inglés. En directo desde la isla indonesia de Bali, junto a Ida Bagus Wisnawa, miembro de una familia de la casta sacerdotal (bráhmana) y guía del maravilloso Samsara Living Museum. Conocemos de su mano los fundamentos del hinduismo balinés y algunas de sus más importantes celebraciones y rituales. Pronto llegará la versión traducida y doblada a castellano. A special chapter of El Libro Rojo podcast series, as it is the first time it has been recorded entirely in English, on the Indonesian island of Bali, with Ida Bagus Wisnawa, member of a family of the priestly caste (Brahmana) and guide of the wonderful Samsara Living Museum. We learn from his hand the basics of Balinese Hinduism and some of its most important celebrations and rituals.

Janet de Neefe’s explorations of cooking and writing have seen her publish her hybrid memoir-cookbook ‘Fragrant Rice’ and open various restaurants and guesthouses in Bali, Indonesia. Speaking to Georgina Godwin in Ubud, De Neefe discusses her many businesses, including founding the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, her Balinese cultural integration and spirituality, and further plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many holidaygoers, visiting beachside destinations like Bali becomes an excuse to harrass locals, buy cheap souvenirs, and see the inside of a local hospital after an inebriated scooter ride. In recent years, TV shows like White Lotus have brought the dark side of tourists' superficial engagement with local culture into the maintstream. But in my conversation with Tjok Maya Kerthyasa, author, illustrator, and stylist of Paon: Real Balinese Cooking, the local generously revealed to me the more intimate, real, and less often-accessed parts of Balinese culture. We sat in her family home, and she shared traditional Balinese recipes, the local approach to zero-waste cooking (whose techniques will surprise you!), and what we both love about Bali. It's a guide for your future visit, a relaxing meditation on food, and a chat that will spark ideas for an adventurous next meal, whether your dinner party is in Denpassar or Dallas. – Shop Latest Discover Bespoke This episode was live-recorded in Bali, Indonesia. Cleopatra's Bling Podcast was produced by Zoltan Fecso and the CB team. Original music by Cameron Alva.   

In 2018, I visited a Balinese healer. The vision I received was enormous! I had to dissolve layers of conditioning to awaken to my truth. Fast forward six years, and that vision is now my reality.✨ Bestselling author✨ Golden Retriever mom✨ Multi-million-dollars made✨ Thousands of lives transformedAll the while feeling the most radiant I've ever felt. I've created my heaven-on-earth reality, and now I get to share my message daily with those ready to awaken, step into their power, and elevate humanity.This episode is a journey of awakening, collapsing timelines, and unlocking your highest potential.In This Episode, You'll Discover:✅ The power of spiritual awakening and how to turn your vision into reality✅ Why your dream of impact, opulence, and freedom is already DONE—and how to experience it now✅ What happened after I received my billion-dollar vision—and why it nearly broke me

Explore the power of compassionate teaching and how dedication, rather than formal training, has the greatest impact. John shares moving stories of how patience and love help struggling students thrive in a supportive environment, emphasizing that to cultivate love, we must first embody it. Learn to find purpose beyond financial success by embracing the fulfillment that comes from investing in people and communities. About our guest: John Stevens is the founder of Pro. Vision International Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families in need in rural Indonesia. Seven years ago, he established Hope School in the Balinese mountain village of Munduk, providing education and resources to children from farming families. The school offers a preschool program for five-year-olds and afternoon tutoring for older students, teaching foundational subjects, music, cooking, hydroponics, and essential English and computer skills. In addition, Hope School operates a health clinic, offering basic medical assistance to the local community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, John and Pro. Vision played a vital role in supporting struggling families, reinforcing their mission of service and faith-driven outreach. Follow Our Guest: Website: https://provision.org.au/ Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/ https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/ Episode Highlights: 01:49 - How Hope Schools Are Changing Lives 04:32 - Teaching Beyond Textbooks 07:23 - Learning Skills Beyond Book Knowledge 11:33 - Finding Fulfillment Beyond Money 13:03 - Teacher Salaries in Bali 14:01 - Importance of Reflection and Rest

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Join us as we discuss the importance of giving back with John Stevens and his mission to empower children in Bali through education and compassion. John shares how his first visit to Bali in 1974 sparked a lifelong commitment to helping those in need, leading to the creation of Hope School. Through English and computer education, John and his wife, Made, provide children with the tools to break the cycle of poverty. Hear inspiring stories of resilience, including a student now studying law to advocate for the underprivileged. About our guest: John Stevens is the founder of Pro. Vision International Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families in need in rural Indonesia. Seven years ago, he established Hope School in the Balinese mountain village of Munduk, providing education and resources to children from farming families. The school offers a preschool program for five-year-olds and afternoon tutoring for older students, teaching foundational subjects, music, cooking, hydroponics, and essential English and computer skills. In addition, Hope School operates a health clinic, offering basic medical assistance to the local community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, John and Pro. Vision played a vital role in supporting struggling families, reinforcing their mission of service and faith-driven outreach. Follow Our Guest: Website: https://provision.org.au/ Follow Us On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestevehodgson/ https://www.instagram.com/sharewithsteve/ Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Episode Trailer 02:28 - A Wake-Up Call in Bali 05:02 - Rescuing Youth from Poverty and Exploitation 08:22 - Creating Stable Learning Environments 13:11 - The Need for Genuine Compassion 18:10 - John's Upbringing and Values 24:28 - Investing in Meaningful Change 29:41 - The Excitement of Learning New Skills 34:25 - The Priceless Nature of Community Investment 38:50 - The Journey of Establishing Hope Schools 42:03 - The Heart of Teaching 44:33 - The Importance of Commitment to Learning 48:55 - Finding Balance in Work and Rest 51:52 - Beyond a Million Bucks 52:46 - The Power of a Mentor

Dezy Setiwati, hotel manager for Mandapa Ritz-Carlton Reserve, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's ILTM Cannes luxury show about her new Bali resort located in the heart of Ubud. Mandapa is an indigenous Balinese village, providing a sensory journey to wellness and nature, with 35 suites and 25 private pool villas, four unique dining concepts. For more information, visit www.ritzcarlton.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel  (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean,  iHeartRadio,  Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.  

I went to Bali for a month and it was the most unexpected experience. I saw the juxtaposition of wealth and poverty as well as pollution. But I also saw a culture of respect, beauty, and it opened up conversations in ways I could never talk about here. It helped me finalize my plans for the new year.  Key Takeaways:    [2:22] Expats in Bali  [3:52] Seeing poverty next to wealth  [7:05] Doing Boundless Life, the good and the bad  [10:09] Indonesian history, culture of gratitude, and religion [13:51] Respecting others choices  [16:48] Bali is so polluted, limited drinking water, and traffic  [19:47] The ocean, the gentrification, and seeing Jack experience it  [22:20] Getting terribly sick, Balinese coffee, and the culture of family in Bali  [27:12] Politics, open conversations, stereotypes, and the day of silence   [29:40] My thoughts on Bali  [30:51] Thoughts for the new year      Connect with Barb:   Website   Facebook    Instagram   Be a guest on the podcast    YouTube   The Molly B Foundation  

A story about a Balinese Cat. Buy the Everyday Cats Journals/Notebooks. 6x9" size - 4 different themes: Apartment - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HQBHCY3 Bookstore Cafe - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09HQBDLX9 Medieval Fair - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KN81JTN Japanese Garden - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MBP63DX https://www.instagram.com/animalstoriesforkids Updated show related content: patreon.com/AnimalStoriesforKids Creator's page: samuelsuk.com © 2024 Samuel Suk. All rights reserved.℗ 2024 Samuel Suk. All rights reserved. For license and usage contact: animalstoriesforkids@gmail.com

Ever seen something you couldn't explain? This week's episode dives into stories where the supernatural isn't just a shadow in the corner. From eerie juju practices in Africa with life-changing consequences to a would-be healer accidentally zapping his girlfriend with electricity, these tales are as bizarre as they are chilling. There's even a cursed car tied to Appalachian folk magic, and a Balinese ritual that solved a robbery through nail polish. Yeah, you read that right—nail polish. These stories don't just send shivers down your spine—they'll leave you laughing, wondering, and maybe even reconsidering what's possible. Packed with suspense, humor, and the kind of details that stick with you long after, this episode is one wild ride through the unexplained. So sit back, turn down the lights, and get ready for some seriously strange vibes. We'll see you on the inside.. ----- TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Man on a Mission 3:31 - Magic Is Real Theme Music, No Doubt 4:51 - Welcome Back, Homies 6:29 - Christian Disagrees With Everyone, Turns Out 7:43 - The Origins of Science & Mysticism 9:32 - Faith vs. Common Sense 12:32 - STORY: Bad Juju 14:59 - Christian Sure Likes Talking About Burning Witches 16:25 - Is There Power in Our Words? 19:27 - STORY: Yes Of Course, Healing Magic. 26:42 - Real Magic by Dean Radin PhD 29:23 - How Powerful Is The Human Mind? 33:13 - RIP P'Nut The Squirrel 34:23 - STORY: Nail Polish Reflection 38:49 - Scott Presents The Worst Analogy of All Time 40:17 - Underrated Karate High School Ref 41:31 - A Word From a 3rd Degree Celtic Wiccan Witch 44:26 - Hot Take: Spellwork is Inherently Selfish 46:31 - Cold Take: Christian is Wrong Again 48:02 - Hot Take: God CREATES. Magic TAKES. 51:48 - The Hottest Take: Christian Prays 51:58 - A Lot Of Prayer Is Selfish (Interesting Connection) 53:36 - Anti-Religious Folks Are Losing Their Mind Right Now.. 55:38 - Scott Will Convince You of Magic in Under 60 Seconds 57:22 - Feels Like We Need a Sentimental Outro This Week -------- If you want to become a producer, visit this link: http://bit.ly/3WZ3xTg Episode Producer: Eric Long -------- Armed with nothing more than a non-sensical soundboard, a fascination for all things unexplained, and a heaping dose of dry humor; TFD is a weekly paranormal comedy podcast featuring real ghost stories, Cryptid lore discussions, and true paranormal experiences catering to the week's theme. Fresh episodes drop every Thursday across all podcast platforms, and feature perspectives from both believer and skeptic sides of the aisle. So if you're a fan of haunted places, terrifying paranormal activity, and true ghost stories from real people, you're in the right place, friend. Recorded in an undisclosed location somewhere in the beautiful woods of Wasilla, Alaska. ++SUBMIT YOUR STORY FOR OUR LISTENER STORY EPISODES++ Email: thegang@thefreakydeaky.com Voicemail: 801-997-0051 ++WEBSITE & MERCH++ Website: www.thefreakydeaky.com Merch: www.thefreakydeaky.com/store ++FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS FOR EXCLUSIVES++ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3goj7SP Instagram: https://bit.ly/2HOdleo Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ebSde6 TFD Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/tfdfb TikTok: https://bit.ly/35lNOlu

Grandpa Bill's Grunts & Groans  @billholt8792  "In this episode, we welcome back psychotherapist #Byron Athene Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst from The United Kingdom for his 19th appearance! We'll explore the "Baby Theory" of grief, examining how early childhood experiences shape our responses to loss. We'll then delve into the unique perspectives on grief within Balinese culture, where death is seen as a transition rather than an end. Prepare for a fascinating discussion on the human experience of loss." Grandpa Bill Asks The Audience : "What are some of the most common misconceptions about grief that you've encountered?" "How can we better support those who are grieving in our communities?" Leave your comments here and at The BH Sales Kennel Kelp Holistic Healing Hour #HealingJourney, #GriefAwareness,#SelfCare, #EmotionalHealing, #BalineseWisdom, #BabyTheory, #Psychotherapy,#MentalHealth, # @billholt8792  #BHSalesKennel #kelpholistichealinghour, #Podcast ,#YouTube,

Zaak 46: De geroofde schatten van LombokOf het nu groot of klein is, anoniem of niet, eenmalig of maandelijks, elke bijdrage helpt ons om dit fascinerende verhaal voort te zetten en meer verborgen verhalen aan het licht te brengen: https://fooienpod.com/kunstmaffiaZeer veel dank mochten jullie iets voor onze podcast over hebben! Wij maken momenteel geen gebruik van adverteerders!De Lombokschat, een waardevolle verzameling kunst en edelmetalen, werd in 1894 door Nederlandse troepen veroverd tijdens een militaire expeditie op het Indonesische eiland Lombok. Deze aflevering van Kunstmafia duikt diep in de geschiedenis van deze roofkunst en de complexe strijd tussen de Balinese raja en de Lombokse moslims die leidde tot de interventie van Nederland. Terwijl de Nederlanders de schatten plunderden, pleegden de Balinese verdedigers rituele zelfmoord om hun eer te redden, wat de brutaliteit van het koloniale verleden blootlegt. De waardevolle objecten, waaronder de beroemde Lombokdiamant, werden uiteindelijk opgeslagen in musea en kluizen in Nederland, waar ze tientallen jaren bleven. Recentelijk is er echter een verschuiving in het beleid, waarbij Nederland de geroofde kunstwerken teruggeeft aan Indonesië, wat leidt tot de herovering van deze cultureel significante schatten.This episode provides an in-depth exploration of the Lombok War of 1894, a pivotal moment in the history of Dutch colonialism in Indonesia. The narrative begins with a gripping account of Dutch officers discovering vast treasures in the ruins of the Raja's palace, including gold and silver coins, exquisite jewelry, and unique artifacts. This treasure not only illustrates the wealth accumulated through colonial endeavors but also serves as a focal point for discussions on the ethical implications of such actions. The hosts delve into the historical context, examining the socio-political dynamics in Lombok during the late 19th century and highlighting the complex relationship between local factions and the Dutch government.As the episode unfolds, it recounts the events leading to the Dutch invasion, detailing how local rulers sought assistance from the colonial powers amidst internal conflicts. The hosts emphasize the strategic importance of Lombok for the Dutch economy, shedding light on how economic interests often drove colonial military expeditions. The podcast poignantly narrates the tragic events of the conflict, particularly the collective suicide of Balinese defenders during the final assault, known as Perang Puputan, representing a desperate act of resistance against colonial oppression. This moment serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the cultural narratives that arise from such conflicts.The discussion then transitions to the modern implications of colonial actions, focusing on the ongoing debates surrounding the restitution of cultural artifacts. The decision by the Dutch government to return some of the Lombok treasures to Indonesia is framed within a broader narrative of accountability and recognition of historical injustices. The episode challenges listeners to consider the complex legacy of colonialism and the role of cultural institutions in addressing these issues. The hosts conclude by reflecting on the significance of repatriating cultural heritage, advocating for a deeper understanding of the past and its impact on contemporary society. Through this thoughtful examination, the episode encourages a dialogue on the responsibilities of former colonial powers and the importance of honoring the histories and cultures of colonized peoples.Takeaways: The Lombokschat was discovered in 1894 amidst the ruins of the Raja's palace. Dutch officers plundered valuable treasures including gold, silver, and unique artifacts during the Lombok war. After years of...

Co-host Tiffany Eslick sits down Chef Will Goldfarb at the gorgeous Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort ahead of his pop-up at the Lotus lounge in Dubai a few weeks ago. Chef Will has been running the award-winning Room4Dessert In Bali for a decade now, and he talks about their journey through the pandemic, and how they've expanded to add two new stops since then. He also talks about how they continue to be inspired by traditional Balinese philosophies, doing things in harmony with nature, and how they're using and adapting local ingredients in new ways.

Indonesia's popular holiday island of Bali has been overrun by holidaymakers since the pandemic. This excessive tourism has now earned the island an unwanted place on the “no list” of the US travel publisher Fodor's. The Balinese are extremely angry about this. - Indonesiens beliebte Urlaubsinsel Bali wird seit der Pandemie überrannt von Urlaubern. Dieser exzessive Tourismus hat der Insel nun den unerwünschten Platz auf der „No List“ des US-Reiseverlags Fodor's eingebracht. Die Balinesen zeigen sich darüber äußerst verärgert.

“Influencers are forever reinforcing the same images. They’re spending no time in the actual place, other than the requisite time to take the photo. From the local community’s point of view, these kinds of tourists bring very little value.” –Stuart McDonald In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Stuart talk about why Stuart chose to make his office in West Bali, and why South Bali has developed something of a bad reputation in terms of over-tourism (2:30); the mythos of Bali, how it became a “dreamscape” in the Western consciousness, and how it has changed in recent years (6:30); why certain areas in Bali become over-touristed, and how it has recently been affected by “influencers” (18:00); how black magic and ghosts are part of the belief systems of Balinese, yet few travelers ascertain this (24:00); and how much social-media travel content leaves out essential cultural context (31:00). Stuart McDonald (@travelfishery) is the co-founder of Travelfish.org, a travel planning website covering Southeast Asia, which he launched in 2014. He has been traveling in that part of the world since 1993, and living there since 1997. Notable Links: The Vagabond’s Way, by Rolf Potts (book) Bali Hai Immigrant Song (YouTube mashup) Dutch presence in Bali (colonialist history) Eat, Pray, Love, by Elizabeth Gilbert (book) Canggu (coastal village in Bali) Fly-in fly-out [FIFO] (term for temporary laborers) Digital nomads (remote workers who travel) Lonely Planet (travel guidebook publisher) Infinity pool (type of swimming pool) National Geographic (magazine) GetYourGuide (tour company) Gates of Heaven (photogenic temple in Bali) Balinese sacred textiles Kastom (Melanesian traditional culture) Kava (sedative drink in Melanesia) Listicle (article structured as a list) Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture, by Kyle Chayka (book) Externality (indirect economic cost) This episode of Deviate is also brought to you by AirTreks, an industry leader in multi-stop international travel. If you've ever planned a trip with multiple stops, you know that finding the right flights can be difficult. Between balancing travel logistics and cost, it often becomes impossible to build an itinerary that matches your travel goals.  AirTreks is a distributed travel company with employees working from all corners of the world to help with your flight planning, specializing in complex routes with up to 25 stops. The AirTreks website offers suggested pre-planned travel itineraries to help you get started, but can customize to fit your journey. The Deviate theme music comes from the title track of Cedar Van Tassel's 2017 album Lumber. Note: We don't host a “comments” section, but we're happy to hear your questions and insights via email, at deviate@rolfpotts.com.

Abrimos con los tres discos favoritos de Mundofonías de noviembre del 2024, que nos acercan, con sabor cubano, la Orquesta Akokán, el dúo francés Hadouk y, también desde Francia, la combinación del gamelán de Bali y las percusiones de Oriente Próximo del proyecto Polyphème, con Wassim Halal y el Gamelan Puspawarna. Seguimos con conexiones euroárabes, que dibujan líneas entre Siria, Noruega, España o Marruecos, y terminamos con varios ejemplos del recopilatorio "Festival donso ngoni, vol. 1", con intensas y auténticas músicas desde Mali. We open with Mundofonías’ top three favorite albums of November 2024, bringing us Cuban flavor with Orquesta Akokán, the French duo Hadouk, and also from France, the blend of Balinese gamelan and Middle Eastern percussion in the Polyphème project with Wassim Halal and the Gamelan Puspawarna. We continue with Euro-Arabic connections, drawing lines between Syria, Norway, Spain, and Morocco, and finish with several examples from the compilation "Festival donso ngoni, vol. 1", featuring intense and authentic music from Mali. Favoritos de noviembre November favorites - Orquesta Akokán - Pregonero - Caracoles - Hadouk - Dew dance - Le concile des oiseaux - Polyphème / Wassim Halal & Gamelan Puspawarna - Les derniers mots d'echo - Le rêve de Polyphème Conexiones euroárabes y latidos malienses Euro-Arab connections and Malian heartbeats - Maouzoun - Zanbaq - Maouzoun - Andrés Belmonte - Albà Xarqia - Gharbí - Al Andaluz Project - Amoulati - The songs of Iman Kandoussi - Sekouba Kéita - Bensema - Festival Donso Ngoni, vol. 1 [V.A.] - Djigui Diakite - Tiebilen - Festival Donso Ngoni, vol. 1 [V.A.] - Koniba Diarra - Massaya - Festival Donso Ngoni, vol. 1 [V.A.]

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Theatre, opera and film director Julie Taymor is regarded as one of the most imaginative directors and designers working today. Her stage version of the Lion King is the highest grossing show in Broadway history, having made nearly $2 billion, and it recently marked its 25th year in London. The Lion King Julie two Tony Awards, including for best director of a musical in 1997, making her the first woman to do so. Julie Taymor has told Shakespearean stories on stage and the big screen including Titus, starring Anthony Hopkins and The Tempest with Helen Mirren. Her film credits also include Frida, a biopic of painter Frida Kahlo, and the Beatles jukebox musical movie Across The Universe. She tells John Wilson how seeing Rashomon, Akira Kurosawa's 1950 film, as a teenager, was a formative cultural experience. Kurosawa's ingenious approach to narrative opened her eyes for the first time about the possibilities of innovative storytelling. She also recalls how her travels around Indonesia and Bali after graduation, and in particular, witnessing a ceremony in the isolated Balinese village of Trunyan have had a profound impact on her work as a designer and director. Julie reveals how she came up with the ground-breaking concept and some of the designs for the stage version of Disney's The Lion King. She also gives her opinion on some of the difficulties faced by the ill-fated Broadway musical Spider Man: Turn Off The Dark, on which she was co-writer and director until being replaced during its previews. The production, which featured music and lyrics by Bono and The Edge of U2, was ridden with technical and financial problems, and resulted in several legal disputes.Producer: Edwina Pitman

We are back with some VERY exciting news out of Bali. We are both major foodies and love the Bali food scene. There is so much talent on this island, we've been flying the Bali foodie flag for years…. which is why we needed to bring you this excellent news! I Kadek Sumiarta, a young and talented culinarian at The Apurva Kempinski Bali, is a rising star in the culinary world. Kadek has been named the winner of the prestigious Juenes Talents Escoffier competition for Indonesia in May 2022 and Asia Pacific in November 2022. Also known as Young Talents Escoffier, this competition will hold its global finale in Paris, where Kadek aims to win the title as he represents Indonesia and the ENTIRE Asia Pacific region on the world stage in November! We are so proud to see a local Bali culinary talent on the world stage, we just had to introduce him to you! He is also joined by three of his mentors from The Apurva Kempinski Bali to talk us through what preparations look like for Kadek as he prepares for Paris. Oh and we forgot to mention…we are brining you this episode from the jaw dropping Nusantara Presidential Villa at The Apurva Kempinski Bali – WOW!!

Send us a textIn the season 7 finale, Leandra and Elyse are joined by Fio Gede Parma to discuss their book 'The Witch Belongs to the World', and its major themes: what does it really mean to be a witch?  We talk about what initiation really is, the pros and cons of following a particular lineage, and the ins and outs of Fio's tradition, the Wildwood Tradition from so-called Australia.Fio Gede Parma (they/she) is a Balinese-Australian international teacher, magical mentor, and award-winning author. They were born in the island of Bali - to Roslyn and John - and descend from Balinese, Chinese, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, and English peoples. Fio has lived in so-called Australia for most of her life, as north as Thul Garrie Waja/Gurrumbilbarra (Townsville) and as south as Naarm (Melbourne).Fio was raised in an animistic, polytheistic, magic-affirming, spirit-knowing family - in a haunted house - whose traditions were largely impacted by what the west calls Balinese Hinduism. When forced to consider it, some Balinese name their ‘religion' Agama Tirta, Religion of the Holy Water. Ganesha, Siwa (Shiva), Krishna, Parwati Uma, Durga, Hanuman, the Barong and Rangda, the spirits and the ancestors were all spoken of, venerated, and regarded with holy awe. Learn more about their work on her website: https://www.fiogedeparma.com/ Get tickets for Elyse's Raising Energy workshop on 10/24/24 here.Rooted Rituals: Every Day Magic for Overwhelmed Witches, Leandra's first summit is Oct. 10 and 11! Sign up here for free and enjoy talks by over a dozen presenters.Connect with Leandra and Elyse in the Magick Kitchen Pantry: a free and paid community where you're invited to a Wheel of the Year Book Club, and a library of bonus episodes with us! Join through either of our private communities: The Rebel Mystic by Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles on Patreon. Follow Elyse @seekingnumina on Instagram and Facebook, and join Seekers of the Sacred Wild, a free Facebook group for weekly live lessons and readings. Sign up for her newsletter, join the Path of the Sacred Wild, book a tarot reading, shop self-paced courses, read her articles, and view her tours and retreats to Greece at seekingnumina.com. Follow Leandra @leandrawitchwood on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok and find her blog and books at leandrawitchwood.com.Leave us a voicemail for a chance to be featured on an upcoming episode! https://www.speakpipe.com/TheMagickKitchenPodcast

Pippa speaks to Bina Genovese, Managing Executive for Strauss & Co, about their upcoming auction of two Tretchikoff paintings. The Russian-born artist lived and worked in Cape Town.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I reconnect with my audience after a brief hiatus, sharing the transformative experience of becoming a father to my son, Leonidas Tillam Mack, who was born three months ago. The significance of his middle name, "Tillam," which means "new moon" in Balinese, serves as a beautiful reminder of new beginnings and the journey of parenthood.As a relationship coach, I delve into the essential topic of self-love, a concept that often gets misconstrued in our society. Many associate self-love with external indulgences—like spa days or shopping sprees—yet I emphasize that true self-love is an internal experience. It involves honoring our needs, boundaries, and desires, especially in the context of our relationships with others.Throughout the episode, I share personal anecdotes from my journey into fatherhood, including the guilt I initially felt when taking time for myself. I discuss how self-care is not selfish; rather, it allows us to show up more fully for our loved ones. By prioritizing our well-being, we can cultivate a loving and supportive family environment.Join me in this heartfelt exploration of self-love, authenticity, and the beautiful complexities of parenthood. Thank you for being part of this journey, and I look forward to connecting with you all again soon!00:00:00 - Introduction and Personal Update00:01:11 - The Importance of Self-Love00:09:21 - Living the Question00:18:07 - Compassion and Connection00:20:41 - Summary and Final ThoughtsSupport the show

This week's episode begins with Dena's question for Catalina. Afterwards the girls move on to the algorithm section; Catalina shares that she's finally on Columbus, Ohio TikTok and also highlights a Balinese dancing account @adekastiniigeg. Dena discusses Wedding TikTok, couponing content from @couponing4beginners, and @rohitroygre's four-year anniversary of no fizzy drinks. In the audio segment Catalina explains the viral but not-so-viral “10 drunk cigarettes” by Girly Girl Productions with videos by @grace.unhinged, @redfoxatl, and @maassson. Next up is @siranda_manchez, the content creator of the week, and @reen_machine's parody of the ACOTAR series, and to close some wise information about dipping sauces by @emmajeancocoa/.   Check out all the videos we mention and more on our blog (2old4tiktok.com), Instagram (@2old4tiktokpod), and TikTok (@2old4tiktok_podcast).  

Join us as we welcome back Steve Simonson, a renowned expert on sourcing and leveraging AI technology for Amazon sellers. This episode is packed with insights on a wide range of topics, from managing remote teams to the innovative use of voice AI in customer service. Steve shares his experiences over the past year, highlighting the rapid advancements in AI technology and how his team has been integrating these updates into their processes. We also discuss effective strategies for managing remote teams, emphasizing the importance of building management skills, fostering online collaboration, and maintaining team morale through regular communication and celebrations. Listen in as we explore the evolving role of AI in enhancing workflows and customer interactions, particularly for Amazon sellers. Steve sheds light on how major companies like Google, Amazon, and Meta are advancing AI technologies, with mentions of Meta's open-source Lama model and Amazon's AI applications like Rufus. Despite ongoing concerns about AI accuracy, Steve assures us that issues like hallucinations are gradually diminishing. We discuss the successful deployment of AI chatbots in customer service and the growing importance of AI in managing brand websites and internal company processes, with specific resources within the Helium 10 software highlighted for deeper insights. We also address the challenges facing Amazon sellers, including new fees, profitability issues, and competition. Steve offers reassurance by drawing parallels to past economic cycles and emphasizing persistence, sharing insights from Jeff Bezos' relentless approach. Additionally, we tackle the complexities of modern supply chain disruptions, offering practical tips for short-term problem-solving and long-term strategies such as resourcing and nearshoring. Finally, we highlight the significant opportunities that AI presents for small brands, encouraging businesses to embrace AI tools and look forward to upcoming events like Amazon Accelerate in Seattle. In episode 586 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Steve discuss: 00:00 - Managing Remote Teams and Leveraging AI For Amazon Sellers 03:53 - International Team Leadership Reflection 10:27 - Emerging AI Tools for Ecommerce Sellers 16:05 - Accessing Freedom Ticket for Amazon Sellers 19:09 - AI Video Creation for Beginners 20:46 - Leveraging AI for Listing Generation 22:56 - Navigating Challenges in E-Commerce Business 28:24 - Talking About Retirement 31:29 - Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions 34:09 - Enterprise Software and AI Integration Advice 35:32 - Small Brands Embracing AI Opportunities ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft ► Watch The Podcasts On YouTube: youtube.com/@Helium10/videos Transcript Bradley Sutton: Today we've got Steve Simonson back on the show, one of the most knowledgeable people in the world when it comes to leveraging AI for Amazon sellers. He's going to talk about a wide variety of topics, such as running remote teams, to sourcing, to voice AI that can actually be your customer service rep. How cool is that? Pretty cool, I think. Are you afraid of running out of inventory before your next shipment comes in? Or maybe you're on the other side and you worry about having too much inventory, which could cap you out at the Amazon warehouses or even cost you storage fees? Stay on top of your inventory by using our robust inventory management tool. You can take advantage of our advanced forecasting algorithms, manage your 3PL inventory, create POs for your suppliers, create replenishment shipments and more all from inside Inventory Management by Helium 10. For more information, go to h10.me. Forward slash inventory management. Forward slash inventory management. And don't forget, you can sign up for a free Helium 10 account from there, or you can get 10% off for life by using our special podcast code SSP10.   Bradley Sutton: Hello everybody and welcome to another episode of the Serious Sellers Podcast by Helium 10. I am your host, Bradley Sutton, and this is the show. That's a completely BS-free, unscripted and unrehearsed organic conversation about serious strategies for serious sellers of any level in the e-commerce world. You know, here at Helium 10, I don't know how this happened but we have a lot of S things. You know, we've got the Serious Sellers podcast, we did the Sell and Scale Summit. Now we've got Steve Simonson here and so I did have a hat with an S. This is actually a unique minor league baseball Sacramento hat here, but we're trying to keep the S theme together here. Steve, how's it going?   Steve: Boy, I'm well, I love it. The alliteration does not stop. That is really impressive. If you look closely at my forehead, you'll see a giant S carved into the forehead. So everybody, get out your inspection equipment. But it's there, you can rest assured.   Bradley Sutton: I love it. I love it All right, guys. Well, this is not the first rodeo of Steve here. He's been on the podcast before, so if you want to get back into a little bit more of his backstory and different things, some of the episodes he's been on is episode 38, episode 459. And we're going to talk a lot about AI today because I think that's what Steve is known for and that's what his module on Freedom Ticket is also about. But before I even, I just wanted to just see what you've been up to like the last year. It's been a year or so since you've been on the podcast. How's the back end of 2023 and 2024 been for you?   Steve: Yeah, it's been good. I tell you it's a very fast-paced world we live in, and particularly as I focus on AI and how we integrate that into some of our enterprise-level software, it is just an endless train of upgrades, like every week somebody's got a new model and some new AI breakthrough has happened, and so we've been really quite busy at trying to figure out how to support these future frameworks within the same context of how can you build it once but allow it to be upgradable. So it's been exciting, it's been fun, but, no, no short of challenges as well.   Bradley Sutton: Sure, sure, absolutely, absolutely. Now, one place in the last year or so that we caught up was in Bali. We went and spoke at this event and that was an amazing event. So anybody who has a chance to attend an event that Regina organizes, you should definitely, you should definitely try. We even had mud wrestling and everything. And I remember one thing you were talking about there. It's funny. I don't remember what I did yesterday, but then I'll just remember the strangest things or the most random things. I remember you had a big team across different countries and you were talking a little bit about that and it just, you know, across. You know across different countries, and you were talking a little bit about that. And it just got me thinking too. You know, as entrepreneurs most of us we don't have like an office and we've got, you know, in-office employees. You know we might start out hiring a VA here or there, and then you know the team scale. So you know somebody like yourself with experience, you know managing scores of employees at the same time. What are some tips you can give Amazon sellers out there or just entrepreneurs who have remote teams Like how do you, first of all, just what are some tips on managing a remote team where you're not there in person?   Steve: Well, the first thing is it is. It's a skill that you have to learn right. So a lot of us think that somehow management is just built into all of us. I don't believe it is, and I think entrepreneurs are some of the worst at it, myself included, maybe first and foremost terrible manager, but I think you've got to build the skills, and so one of the things that we try to do is find ways of collaborating online that would be similar to an office environment. So, you know, our HR folks will have, you know, birthday celebrations or, you know, have monthly meetings to celebrate everybody's birthday or those types of things. We also have other things systemically that try to help, you know, remind everybody. Hey, celebrate your Wednesday weekly win. Everybody has at least one win every week, so let's share those amongst the company, because there's a lot of people in the company who may not know each other different locations, different parts of the world but I do want to just remind people that the basics really matter, like how you talk to people, you know understanding, you know where they're coming from, do they have the essentials that they need to, you know, perform the job.   Steve: And the biggest I don't know revelation, especially dealing in the Amazon world is everybody expects a VA to be a unicorn. It's like you can do everything as the entrepreneur, so you just think you're going to delegate everything over to this unicorn. That's not going to happen. It's unfair, it's unrealistic and it shows that you're not yet a competent manager. And so my advice is you know, start slow, give very specific, task oriented things that have a beginning and an end, and then you know kind of work up from there and, as the internet says, educate yourself right. There's lots of books. One of my favorites is it's. It's the book name is called it's the manager. People don't quit jobs, they quit managers, and the faster we, as entrepreneurs, learn that, the better off we'll be.   Bradley Sutton: Yeah for sure. Now, speaking of managers, you know, once you get more than a few employees in a foreign location, you know you might make some kind of managerial structure. So for the subordinates, hey, you know performance management, things like that, you know it's probably handled by the manager. But how do you, kind of like you know performance, evaluate the managers themselves? You know, because you don't have really a middleman, they're directly reporting to you. How do you know who's your stars? And then how do you know when you need to take, perhaps corrective action?   Steve: Well, the number one thing that leads our decision making and I recommend this for anybody is data right. Let's start with what are the responsibilities this particular section manager, right? Are they in charge of marketing? All right, how are the leads going? What are the KPIs related to this? And people have a lot of trouble coming up. They ask all the time what are the KPIs? What are the KPIs? And you know we talk about AI a lot. Go ask ChatGPT. Here's the position. Give me a you know, general position description and give me good KPIs and then massage it right. It can't read your mind, but it can, you know, kind of move and groove with the suggestions you give it. So KPIs are absolutely doable. Now, sometimes getting the data is a little harder than you want it to be, but once you overcome that hurdle or at least come up with an alternative, then data should drive those conversations. And the question is like hey, you're doing really well this week. What's going right? Why is this going so well? We want to be able to understand and replicate it. Or hey, you're behind your numbers. What are the challenges you're facing? Maybe they got a bunch of people on vacation or maybe the Google credit card stopped charging. There's all kinds of things that happen in business, but numbers drive decisions and we like to say what's broken in the system, not what's broken in the people. The people want to do a good job In general. If you manage them and you're fair with them, then you're going to find that they want to perform well. They want to do a good job.   Bradley Sutton: I'm sure we talked about more things. We had a good time there at the Balinese massage. That was my first one. I don't like those rough, those really rough ones. The Thai massages Guys, don't get Thai massages unless you like pain, oh my goodness. But I think they put you and Leo like in a couple's massage.   Steve: Yeah, Leo, and I decided that you have the romantic couple's massage. Yeah, it was lovely.   Bradley Sutton: Yeah, yeah like I had my room all to myself and then you're like oh, okay, well, I guess we're going to be here in this room.   Steve: How did he get the room? Although we all had the room with no walls, which is like you know bugs and everything else but yeah, it was pretty neat. I think all of the you know for an hour it was nine bucks or something and it was a joy.   Bradley Sutton: Yeah, you can't beat that.   Steve: Yeah, it was a delight.   Bradley Sutton: Can't beat that. Great food and everything else. All right. Now switching back to you know, one thing you talked about there and you've been known for the last couple of years is at the forefront of how Amazon sellers and e-commerce entrepreneurs should be leveraging AI, and so that's something that's changing on a weekly, monthly basis. The last year, what are some of the most notable advancements or differences in the world of AI as it relates to Amazon sellers?   Steve: Well, first of all, you know, last year it was kind of the year of ChatGPT, right, everybody heard ChatGPT and this became a synonymous term with AI. But they're just one company. ChatGPT is led by OpenAI, which is ironically not open now. It's closed source, and over that they kind of led the tip of the spear into this new world of AI. There are plenty of others trying to get things done. Google has tried and has had a couple flubs. Amazon itself is now deploying AI for the customer-facing side, as I'm sure many sellers are recognizing. And then there's so many others, including Meta, which has allowed their stuff to go actually open source. The Lama model, which is a large language model built on, like you know, 400 billion or 40 billion, I can't even remember. The numbers get so insane. I think it's 400 billion data points in the Lama 3.1, which is as good as any closed source or paid service, and that is exciting. Groq is exciting. So there's a lot of these engines coming out. For sellers, what they, in my opinion, should be focused on is like how do I make my workflow today better, right, whether it's my own personal workflow which I use AI all the time, or the work, you know process of my colleagues. And it's really important to tell your team this is not to replace you, this is to enhance you. The AI will not replace you, but somebody who uses AI will replace you if you don't get your act together. Like this is really, really an important message. And so you know, the first step is just how do you improve those workflows, and then there are many other exciting steps coming up down the line. You know almost immediately.   Bradley Sutton: Maybe it's because I'm an old fogey, as it were, as far as adopting new things sometimes, but a problem with AI I've had in the past is a similar one, which I remember you kind of talked about in some of your presentations. How you asked AI last year like who is Steve Simonson? And it had your birth date wrong and it said you had done this when you were some author or something like that and this and that. And so you know like, hey, you know, I guess we call those hallucinations. But then, like, you know somebody even you know we're a year later and I'm still seeing similar things like for example you mentioned the Amazon AI you know there's Rufus and then there's ones that summarize reviews and stuff like that, and some of it's just absolutely useless. You know like, no, yeah, customers love how large this seems and they also love how small it seems. I'm like, come on, like this doesn't even help me. So like, is that an accurate assessment or am I being biased? Like, say, hey, why is it taking so long to fix a lot of these hallucinations, or are you seeing a macro? Uh an improvement on those kinds of things?   Steve: Yeah, no question it is improving. So if you start comparing you know ChatGPT three and a half to ChatGPT four to you know 4.0 and some of these other evolving models the hallucinations are shrinking. They won't go away until there's a large enough data set that is just more robust, honestly. So we should understand that it's still lying to you 20% to 25% of the time, just making stuff up out of thin air, and so that should be a real staunch warning to everybody. When you see the thing, tell you something. In my case it had the several book titles that I had written, that I had not written, and no one's written right. So, like I was very impressed with what it wrote, but it was unfortunately it was not me. So expect that hallucinations will continue, but they will continue to reduce over time as well. So don't use that as your obstacle. That ain't going to work. There's so much positive, good stuff. Now some of it has to do with how you structure the prompt or how you use the ins and outs of the data, and it's certainly not flawless. But you know, every day it's getting better, and I've seen like the voice stuff is incredibly good now and I suspect within, let's say, 12 months, all the early adopters will have on their their brand website. They'll have a brand, you know, a message bot that is completely trained on their stuff, right? So all your PDFs, all your products, all your company policies, return policies, shipping, whatever and it will be able to perform chats better than a human on average, right? And, by the way, this has already been proven.   Steve: This year, a company sent 2 million live customers to their new AI chatbot and it had more first touch resolutions, it had higher customer satisfaction and obviously, the cost was less and it was the equivalent of 700 full-time people. So what we want is we want better customer experience and if you can do that with AI, people will come to expect that to be available. So, early adopters within 12 months, you know, and then other people over time, for sure. Message bot chat, you know, 24, seven live, educated bots about your stuff. We're doing this now. It's very powerful. By the way, the larger your company is, sometimes you need this internally, right? Hey, what's the HR policy? What's the vacation and where it can actually interact and go? Oh well, can I get this vacation off? And it will allow it to schedule and do other things. So very powerful stuff that's coming real quick.   Bradley Sutton: We're not going to go into everything he talked about in our module, but just for those who have access to Freedom Ticket, which is pretty much any Helium 10 member let me just show you, guys, where you can go to see his information. Go into Freedom Ticket 4.0 under the module Product Research and Sourcing. Click on the Power of AI for Amazon. We got you in a very flattering screenshot right there.   Steve: That's actually how I talk. My eyes are closed.   Bradley Sutton: Love it, but, hey guys, he goes in-depth there on how it can help Amazon sellers. But let's just stay on this subject and talk about some specific use cases. I think one of the things that was terrible maybe a year and a half ago or a year ago that has gotten a lot better, in my opinion is images. You know, um, and obviously Helium 10 has integrated some things Amazon has integrated into their advertising. They actually require, um, you know, sellers to have a custom images now for, like, sponsored brand ads and things like that. So if you're not, if you don't have this humongous repertoire of, or a repository, I should say, of, all these images, well, AI is kind of like the only way to go. So what kind of different AI tools should Amazon sellers be using now as far as imagery? And then, what are the use cases that you see most useful?   Steve: Well, the first is the idea of simply being able to scale up your images. Right? You can upscale images with very high fidelity that you could not do in the old days, right? I remember watching shows, you know, maybe as far back as the 80s, you know, and the cop shows like, zoom in and enhance, and it's like anybody's ever worked with photos or videos. It's like you could zoom in all you want. You're going to see giant pixels. There's no enhance available, right? But today you actually can upscale those images. So anybody who doesn't have giant zoomable images, I think that's a lost opportunity and within that module, I put in a couple options that will do that upscaling for you. The other thing is coming very fast down the line is, you know, beautiful room scenes or lifestyle shots. They might be called with your product in the shot itself, and so that gives you just unending abilities to position your product in natural life. You know style images. There's any number of other ways you can do it. You know we use, uh, AI images to make themes, right, so you may say well, gosh, I want to have my I don't know my little travel bag and I want to show it with a, a Washington state theme or a, you know, a California theme, and AI will make beautiful, beautiful background imagery. And there's your social media right. You can just do that for every single day or multiple per day. Really incredible. The ideation that this AI brings to the table, I think, is worthwhile, and the quality, as you said, Bradley, incredibly advanced compared to how it was, you know, even a year ago, especially two years ago. So really, really, you know, images should be a high priority for everybody.   Bradley Sutton: I forgot it was a webinar. I was watching Kevin King. He showed some kind of like I'm not sure if it was released yet, but some previews of different AIs for video and it looked real. I was like, how is this not real? So what is available out there that you're not having to pay thousands, you know? Uh, obviously you can get super advanced stuff and you can make movies and everything you know with it, but something that's accessible to like Joe Amazon seller, um, who could you know, perhaps you know, make make a product video with just uploading an image or a short video and then and then make that into a nice video ad or something.   Steve: Yeah, so one of my favorites for this type of purpose is called Invideo.io, and I believe I highlight it in the Helium 10 presentation. But basically you can either just give it a text prompt, right, and it'll make an entire video for you. You say how long do you want it? What's your? You know, are you going on a vertical short format or a horizontal long video format? Right, so you know, one might be more appropriate for TikTok and the other one for LinkedIn or YouTube. And then you can even upload images of your product or videos that you may already have, and it can incorporate those and it will do the music, it'll do the voiceover, it'll do the pulling in a bunch of videos around it, and it can be very, very effective. And so you'll. You know, we use that every single day to make videos that are mostly good quality. There's a couple little pieces. It's like I basically told my marketing folks. It's like it's more important to have the video and get it out there and show some content and then have the final little you know accent or the little you know relic that's on the screen solved, but in video is very, very powerful, and that's just one example. There are many like it.   Bradley Sutton: What else. As far as you know, I think the number one thing for me that even I'm using AI and like even six months ago I probably still hadn't really used AI, but now I use it for almost every single one of my listings is like listing generation. You know, obviously, since Helium 10 has it, I get access to it for free. But hey, you know people, you know you can get free versions of ChatGPT. But that one is really powerful to me because I'm not just for you know, I'm, I'm obviously a native English speaker. I don't need help writing an English listing. But then sometimes I have writer's block and I'm like, hey, let me go ahead and say, hey, make a listing here's, here's my keywords, and I want it like in a funny tone. And then it's not the listing I end up with. But then I'm like, oh, this is a great direction. Let me just, you know, tweak a couple of things. But for me the power is like, hey, I'm going to make a listing in in UK and hey, I need to make one with British. You know English. Hey, I need to make a listing in Spanish. I can kind of speak Spanish, but I'm not a native speaker. So, uh, I can write all my prompts in English and then it'll go ahead and, and you know, make a listing in Spanish what. What are some things that you maybe think that sellers might be leaving money on the table as far as leveraging AI when it comes to their actual copy that they're doing, whether it's listings, whether it's, you know, blogs, et cetera.   Steve: Well, the first thing is I believe that because AI is so new as a tool and a lot of people, myself included, we had negative experiences right. I would generate an image on mid-journey and the guy would have nine fingers right and I'm like so the clear thing that a lot of us said is this stuff is crap, it'll never work, I'm out right. And if you had hallucinations or you had kind of weird images and you haven't revisited it, you're making a mistake. So when you get in there, the next most common mistake is single dimension thinking. Right, you say I need a listing for Amazon for this product and it writes out something that's, you know, relatively generic because you gave it one single dimension listing Amazon, this product. But if you say you know I'm, I want to add a language, like you talked about Bradley, or I want to write this like Dan Kennedy, You know one of the you know very, very best copywriters, or maybe you don't know the name of great copywriters. You go who are the top five copywriters, right, that are direct response copywriters, or who's the best you know, fantasy writers, whatever and then write it in whatever style that you're looking for. So, having a writing style, having an audience that you're trying to reach, is just adding extra dimensions to that. You know, first, single dimension concept right, I just need a listing. No, you need a listing written in a style for a platform to an audience, in a tone, right. And the more of these dimensions you add and there are far more that you could go the more personality comes out of that and that's really what you're looking for. You want the AI to help bring forward your own personality and I highly recommend people add additional dimensional layers and they will have better results.   Bradley Sutton: Switching gears a little bit and, who knows, maybe this conversation will, or the answer might be some version of AI. But you are in, you know you network a lot, you go to events, you talk to a lot of Amazon sellers and I'm sure you have felt the sentiment this year. It's probably, I would say, the most negative it's been in a while as far as new fees and profitability and competition. And hey, now there might be almost like Teemu-ish thing going on where Chinese sellers can sell directly and ship directly and stuff. And so what is your advice to those people who maybe have a little bit negative connotation compared to before as far as selling on Amazon, not sure how they're going to proceed?   Steve: Well, the first is, if they can get on the screen, I'll just pat them on the head. Hey, little buddy, it's going to be okay. So you guys can line yourself up if you're feeling down, and go in for the pat. Listen, I've been around a long time, right? Dinosaur is you know? They're the young upstarts compared to me. So I've seen these patterns happen for multiple generations of e-com. Right, believe me, back in 99, 2000,. It was the glory days. Then 2001, 9-11 happened and it was a nightmare and everyone hated everything. And the dot-com crash happened. And then it got really good again in the mid-2000s and everybody's flying high. And then the housing crisis and financial crisis globally happened and everybody hates everything again. Right and so and again, these continue to happen. And so my, my mission for true entrepreneurs is if you're going to be persistent, if you're going to be in the game, expect ups and downs. Do not play that just straight up line. There is no line that looks like that, even those crazy hockey sticks that you see. That you know from companies there were little iterations of up and down all the way, and I just want people to know that. You know, persistence is really part of the game and you know if you go to relentless.com. Do you know where that goes, Bradley? I do not. It goes to Amazon. And the reason why is because Jeff Bezos said if you're going to be an entrepreneur, you better be relentless so you can check it out right now, relentless.com for anybody out there. That's what you got to be. And so listen, it's okay to. I always say take one lap and go. This sucks, I wish this didn't exist. These fees, this competition, this problem, this whatever. And then get to work and try to solve it or come up with a strategy to get over the obstacle. That's your choice deal with it or get out of the business, and I think serious people have to get serious about business, so they should listen to a podcast for serious sellers. I don't know. There you go.   Bradley Sutton: Double clicking on your little dinosaur comment. You know, if I'm not mistaken, you even at one point kind of retired and got out of the game and then you got back in. How does somebody know when it's time to? You know, I'm not talking about the, you know long sail into the sunset or anything, but hey, it's time to just relax and enjoy life, or no, you know what? I still need something that drives me. You know, because it's not an age thing. You know like, I know people in their late 20s who retire because they've had enough success and they've accomplished what they want to. I know people in their 80s who are still working strong. So how does the entrepreneur get to a point where it's like you know what I'm ready to, kind of like, relax a little bit.   Steve: Well, the first thing is, you know, everybody's got their own context of where they came from and where they want to go. So don't let me project my stuff onto you guys. But I can tell you retirement 1.0 sucked right. It was awful, and it's not a question of you know. Could I do anything I want? Yes, I could, but my friends couldn't come out and play right, and my family got tired of being on vacation. My kids were tired of being on vacation. Now people can go oh, crying me a river. What kind of first world problem is that? But it's still a real problem, right? Because I did not enjoy it. And then I felt guilty, because I'm living a life that anybody would kill for and that doesn't make you feel good. So my brain is not wired to kind of check out. And so retirement 2.0, which I've recently begun testing we're in beta is basically just trying to say well, listen, I don't want to work 80 hours and I don't want to work any hours on things that I don't like. So over time you'll find things that you like or don't like and start positioning even your role within your current company on the things that you like to do. By the way, somebody loves to do the thing that you hate the most. Right, and I had this realization. One of my finest team members she's been with me gosh, it's probably coming up on, you know, 25 or 30 years she loves the thing that I hate the most. So I kept doing the details and very complex Excel sheets and forecasts and inventory and things that I hated doing far too long. When I was able to turn it over to her kind of an exasperation because I'm a terrible manager and I don't know anything. She's like, oh, thank God, I've been dreaming about this and I just couldn't imagine in my own small brain that, like somebody else, would love to do this thing. So remember that there's so many different people. Somebody wants to do the things that you hate to do. So please, the faster you can excuse yourself from the things you hate, get the people who love to do those things and then you'll start to chart. You know, chart your course, whether it is a financial course or a lifestyle course or whatever it is, towards, you know that, that bright future. Me, I, I have to do stuff. My brain will not allow it to stop and you know, that's why I try to spend so much time helping entrepreneurs. I want them to come on vacation with me and let's go play.   Bradley Sutton: That's good advice. You know I asked myself this question. You know, sometime of wondering, hey, well, when is it time to? You know, to hang it up, as it were. But I wouldn't be doing what I do if I wasn't feeling, you know, fulfillment and motivation from it. So as long as I still can, I'm still going to keep on trucking. Now, speaking of pre-retirement 1.0, one of your previous lives you were heavy into sourcing and things like that. I'm sure you keep your pulse on that industry as well. What should Amazon sellers these days be thinking about when it comes to, hey, I'm competing sometimes with Chinese factories. Now, hey, there's tariffs, you know, should I be considering India and Pakistan and Vietnam? Hey, you know, shipping prices are fluctuating like ridiculousness, you know, like as if it were still COVID. You know what's some just general advice you can give sellers who are, you know, thinking about those kinds of issues.   Steve: General advice get in the bunker and prepare for war. It is yeah, it's we still the companies I sold, we still have me and my team still have some supply chain responsibilities. So we're interacting frequently in this space and I just got off the call with some sourcing folks I have in Pakistan just before our conversation, and all of the things you just brought up are annoyances. They're just part of the thing. I did not predict shipping getting spicy again, but I did predict some of what I call kinetic action over the last couple of years. We've said the people who follow geopolitics. We've said there's going to be more kinetic action, which is a nice way of saying people are shooting stuff at each other, which is terrible. What that means is these supply chain disruptions are unexpected. The fact that the Red Sea is kind of closed for business is insane. Nobody had that on the bingo card, right. So everybody's going around the South African. I just saw two ships going around the Arctic on their way to Holland. So from China around the Arctic to Holland, and at some point they'll need icebreakers there. So there are unique things and unique challenges that we face, but it's kind of like take a beat, look at the immediate picture. Right, you have your short term. I got a ship product. Now deal with that, overcome whatever the obstacles, pay what you have to, and then think about all right now, in six months, what does it look like? And is there a way I can avoid this, whether it's resourcing elsewhere, nearshoring or onshoring.   Steve: But I can tell you like right now we have a very complex project and I've got people in Pakistan and India and it is very difficult to solve this problem. But that's why there's a moat right, and everybody who's complaining about how difficult or hard or whatever all of those are moats right. This is your advantage. We're, ultimately, most Amazon sellers are not manufacturing the product ourselves. We have somebody else do that. So what value do we add? We add all the value of solving the problems throughout that supply chain and then into the marketing side, like all of that is our value add, and we either add value and deserve what we make or we don't. And we deserve what we make right, and this is a very important point Our value that we're adding is overcoming all of these problems. So guess what? That's why they you know you get paid. You got to deal with the trouble.   Bradley Sutton: All right, before we get into your final strategies of the day. How can people find you reach out to you on the interwebs out there?   Steve: The awesomeers.com podcast still records videos from time to time and I have a whole founder series directed at folks. Just, it's almost like a little mini course for you. It's free, it doesn't, you know, doesn't take anything to do it. You can find me at parsimony.com just steve at parsimony.com. I spend most of my time on software and AI, trying to smash those things together in an enterprise way, right? So anybody who's doing you know 5 million, 10 million. If you're doing 10 million or more and you don't know what ERP is, you are unnecessarily driving yourself insane. But I recommend not going insane. Systems are better.   Bradley Sutton: Usually better not to. Yeah, yeah, you know.   Steve: I'm not a doctor, I'm just thinking.   Bradley Sutton: There you go, all right. Now, you know, can you give us a couple of 30 or 60 second tips? Could be about traveling, could be about AI, could be about sourcing, anything you want.   Steve: Well, one thing, I mentioned earlier that chat bots are going to be a big thing for early adopters in the next 12 months. But I want to call out one of my favorites, bland.AI is a voice customer service tool. And that company is an example of it. I'm saying this concept is coming to a voice line near you, and especially for brands who have the capacity to pay nine cents a minute to interact with customers. You train it on your own data and then this bot can be a sales person for you, a customer service person, and it's really really good. Bland.ai, amazing types of technology. I'm not suggesting this is the only company. There are many and many more.   Bradley Sutton: Is that the one that at Billion Dollar Seller Summit we were waiting for the helicopter, and then you're like here I'm going to call this, Okay, yeah, yeah, I remember that. I remember that it was kind of it kind of blew me away, yeah.   Steve: It's still the great example of what if you could just call a number and talk to a AI like a human, which is the ironic twist, and stop yelling representative a thousand times right, which is the ultimate nightmare. So all the big companies are moving this direction. I think small brands have this opportunity to, in the same way that AI can supercharge you know, a non-English speaker into beautiful English language listings, which should be a warning to everybody. Small guys can do what big guys do, right, whether it's video, voice messaging, AI levels of playing field. That is the most important point. So if you feel scared, if you feel nervous, talk to your friends, figure out those easy use cases, but don't be afraid of it. Embrace the fear and get to it.   Bradley Sutton: Thank you so much for joining us. We're definitely going to have you back. You know, unless you're on retirement 3.0 and full launch mode, we'd love to have you back next year to see what you've been up to, and I'm sure I'll be seeing you at an event. Are you going to Amazon Accelerate?   Steve: Yeah, yeah that one. I actually live in Seattle, so a good chance   Bradley Sutton: I know, I was like about to say just maybe walk there, ride a bike or something.   Steve: Yeah.   Bradley Sutton: All right, well, I'll be seeing you at Amazon Accelerate along with everybody else and thanks a lot for joining us again.

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Ever wonder what it's like to drop in with a Healer?   If so, then you're in luck because, in this unique episode of Healing & Human Potential, we're bringing you wisdom from a Balinese Healer who's had a profound journey of self-discovery.   We're sharing practical ways for you to start tapping into + developing your intuition, how you can clear any funky energy right away, and you'll get to experience an energy reading live!   Today's guest is a Balinese Healer, Kadek Sutarna, who is recognized internationally for his spiritual healing and intuitive energy work. His journey took him from a life of smoking + never quite feeling like he fit in, to a joyful one filled with spirituality, fulfillment, and service, helping people discover + harness their own power within.   Tune in as we explore a new perspective on money, uncover the power of intention, and discover how to live our lives through a new lens, one guided by love + connection.   ===   EPISODE TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 5:21 - Kadek's Journey to Awakening 15:11 - Ways to Develop Our Intuition 20:00 - Spiritual Lineage 23:08 - The Power of Intention 25:31 - Live Reading On My Team Members 33:28 - How to Clear Your Energy 36:29 - A New Perspective On Money 38:50 - Practices to Support Your Mind + Body   ===   Kadek Sutarna is a spiritual guide from Ubud, Bali Indonesia who is recognized internationally for his spiritual healings, consulting, and intuitive energy work. Kadek began to reclaim his ancestral gift at 28 through natural processes of which the most revealing was meditation. Within meditation his new yet ancient power unveiled the divine unity we all share.   His dedication to meditation raised his own power developing a new mission in his life to help people discover and harness their own power within. Kadek has the ability to read an individuals energetic connections between the body, mind, and spirit to determine a specific ‘recipe' for harmonization within ones self. These purification rituals with earth elements create significant changes for the client's health, emotions, and mental clarity.   The methods used help the spirit move forward by ultimately shedding light on new pathways the individual had not seen before. No matter how far, Kadek welcomes you to experience this unique and powerful soul experience.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bali.sacred.journey/   ===   Have you watched our previous episode with Alyssa's Dad on Shamanism & Plant Medicine?   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U0r064Gm1eM?si=_wEoCBb1FnLCA4Th     ====   Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - Disclaimer This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or any other qualified professional. We shall in no event be held liable to any party for any reason arising directly or indirectly for the use or interpretation of the information presented in this video. Copyright 2023, Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - All rights reserved.   === Website: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga TikTok - @alyssanobriga Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6b5s2xbA2d3pETSvYBZ9YR Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-human-potential/id1705626495    

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Our guest this episode is Jonathan Marion. Dr. Jonathan Marion believes that when we LIVE, CONNECT, & COMMUNICATE authentically, we send out ripples…. which send out ripples…which make the world a more caring and connected place, one ripple at a time. Don't you just love that belief? Jonathan grew up in the Boston Massachusetts area and then, after doing his undergraduate studies in California began to travel to several countries. He came back to the U.S. and attended UC San Diego where he received his Master's degree and his PHD. He will tell us about that. After learning a bit of Jonathan's history he and I begin talking about his career and, specifically, why he left academia after 20 years to begin a fulltime coaching, consulting and speaking career. He and I discuss much about the kind of coaching he does and we talk about a number of lessons he gives that I think will benefit all of us. I hope you agree. In addition to his other accomplishments Jonathan is an author. He also has a keen interest in dance. In fact, we found him in Portugal preparing for a dance festival and contest. Jonathan offers many life thoughts and lessons during our hour together. I think you will find his discussion and thoughts down to Earth and useful. Please let me know your thoughts. About the Guest: Dr. Jonathan Marion believes that when we LIVE, CONNECT, & COMMUNICATE authentically, we send out ripples…. which send out ripples…which make the world a more caring and connected place, one ripple at a time. Having seen this dynamic over 20+ years as an award-winning cultural anthropology professor and author, Jonathan feels that how we show up is the key to living deeply meaningful and fulfilling lives – and now works as a transformational life coach, consultant, and speaker to be a catalyst for exactly such transformations. Jonathan is passionate about supporting clients and audiences in transcending external accomplishments as measures of success to live truly aligned, rewarding, and meaningful lives. As a coach, consultant, and speaker, Jonathan draws on decades of experience teaching classes such as "Culture & Medicine" and "Body & Identity" to diverse audiences, has presented on "Coaching Beyond DEI" for the Fellows at the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and is trained in Emotional Intelligence, Group Coaching, Positive Psychology Coaching, Clear Beliefs Coaching, and Body-oriented Coaching. Overlapping his coaching and academic work in powerful and unexpected ways, Jonathan is also passionate about and has worked as a photographer and partnered dance instructor, now primarily focusing on Brazilian zouk. 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He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. Transcription Notes: Michael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us.   Michael Hingson ** 01:21 Hi there, and welcome to another episode of unstoppable mindset. Glad you're with us really appreciate you taking the time to listen, hope you enjoy what you hear. And if you do, please give us a five star rating. And I'd love to hear your thoughts about it. Dr. Jonathan Marion believes that when we live, connect and communicate authentically, we send out ripples, which send out ripples. And that makes the world a better and more caring and connected place one ripple at a time, which is an interesting concept. And I can buy that. I've always believed that we plant seeds, but whether it's seeds or ripples, that amounts to somewhat the same thing. And the idea is you you never know what's going to happen from what you do. But when you're doing it in a caring and connected and authentic way, it's got to be a positive thing. And that helps make the world a better place. And Jonathan was a cultural anthropologist and still is trained as a cultural anthropologist. He's now a life coach. And he's also a guest here on unstoppable mindset. If you haven't guessed. So Jonathan, welcome to unstoppable mindset. We're glad you're here.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 02:28 Thank you so much, Michael. It's a pleasure to be here.   Michael Hingson ** 02:31 Well, lots obviously to think about and talk about, and we'll get to a lot of it. But I'd like to start with what I always think is kind of fun. Tell us about the early Jonathan, you know, growing up in some of those things that kind of led you a little bit to where you are or where you started, or whatever.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 02:47 You're, I had grown up just outside of Boston, Massachusetts, and sort of had one parent who was religiously observant, one who was more secular. And so I've sort of always lived somewhat in two different worlds. And I think that really set me up to then later on, as I went into academia, always be interested in social sciences. And just what did people think about and do the same and why and what did people think about and do differently and why. And then, after undergrad, I spent some time traveling, overseas, volunteered on a communal farm in Israel, traveled to several other countries. And when I got back to the States, and was starting to apply to different graduate programs, I ended up applying to eight schools. But after the fact, I realized it was an eight different disciplines and decided I needed a big umbrella. And that's where cultural anthropology came in. And it seemed like the biggest umbrella to me. And always having that sort of living in two worlds insider and outsider perspective, really took me down that track of becoming a cultural anthropologist. And so where did you do your undergrad work? My undergrad was at the University of Redlands in California, and I doubled majored in psychology and political philosophy at the time.   Michael Hingson ** 04:14 Cool. Well, you were in a place that had pretty decent climate overall.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 04:22 Absolutely, I'm a sun worshiper and was happy to get out of New England as nice as it is culturally, weather wise Southern California suited me much better   Michael Hingson ** 04:32 it is I hear you living here having lived in winter mass for three years and spent a good amount of time in the Massachusetts area. Love it, appreciated the snow and then later I lived in New Jersey of course also but I like the the weather of California course. I'm still convinced that the best weather in the country of San Diego but everybody likes what they like.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 04:55 I have to agree with you about San Diego and that's actually where I did both My masters and my PhD was at UC San Diego law. They're in La Jolla. Yep, you got it. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 05:06 Which is a wonderful place to be. So you got your PhD in cultural anthropology when you've settled on your umbrella and discipline, which is pretty cool. And then what did you do?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 05:20 Yeah, so specifically, the PhD was a subfield of cultural anthropology with psychological anthropology. So that permeable border between personality and culture. And for about six years after that, I was working as contingent faculty teaching part time at multiple campuses in the San Diego area. And then a lot of my work ended up in the field of visual anthropology. So both studying visual phenomena and culture, everything from architecture to performances, but then also the use of visual media to convey understandings that weren't amenable to words alone, and got hired as a visual anthropologist at the University of Arkansas, where I worked for over a decade before resigning from academia at the end of 22. Well, Arkansas   Michael Hingson ** 06:11 is quite the distance away from Southern California, different different weather,   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 06:17 different climates and multiple ways. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 06:20 well, that's true. That is true. Definitely different climates and multiple ways. Well, so you decided in 2022, to leave academia? Why did you decide that?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 06:32 Yes, so the decision actually started back in 2019, it was the end of 22. When I actually resigned, I was for the first half of 2019, in Brazil, doing research on sabbatical. And one of my best friends who lives in Rio de Janeiro, I was staying at his house, and very generously, my friend Toronto gave me you know, a small bedroom to use while I was there. And I was sitting in his living room one day, and it's not one of the touristy parts of Rio, it's one of the areas where only, you know, local people live. And I realized I was living in a bedroom that was smaller than my closet at home. But I felt more at home. And I started to ask myself, What was that about? And I realized that my very good friends in Brazil knew what I did professionally. And they were proud of me, they were proud for me. But they didn't really care. They loved me as Jonathan. And that was a type of connection and interpersonal warmth, that I was never going to get as long as I was in an arena where it was all about external accomplishments and achievements. And that's what had me realized that I needed to start exploring other options outside of academia.   Michael Hingson ** 07:54 What was the significance of the small bedroom? Why did you feel comfortable? There? Are why was that significant?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 08:02 Yeah, so it was just on its own, it didn't mean anything to me, I've traveled, you know, off and on throughout most of my life. And sometimes you have a big place, sometimes a little place. But it was just recognizing that it wasn't about the external measure, it was, this is a very small, humble bedroom, that smaller than the closet of my master suite at my own house. And yet, I feel more at home in this small space. But because of the quality of the relationships, it wasn't about the space, it was about the place that was made by the relationships that were there.   Michael Hingson ** 08:37 Make sense? And then, of course, surrounding yourself, or having the opportunity to be surrounded by people who really care about you, who value you has to be something that's extremely positive and brings a lot of joy and a lot of comfort in a lot of ways.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 08:57 Absolutely. And it was part of the thinking then of, you know, what are the options, I have to live in a way where that's what's prioritized, and not the you know, sort of publish or perish paradigm? Yeah, in academia in a tenure track position with tenure by that point. And I didn't want to be living in a setting where it was just about what are your latest, you know, publications and presentations, and funding, and just those external measures of worth?   Michael Hingson ** 09:35 Yeah. And it's so unfortunate that we put so much emphasis on a lot of those things. It goes beyond just academia and so on. I know many people who talk about companies and talk about the businesses they were in I actually had a chance recently to talk to a man who is was a hotelier for 25 years. And he talks now about the time of the pandemic, and what has happened to hotels and the travel and tourist industry since then. And he said, it's gotten very cold, people don't value things the same way. It's all about how much money are we pulling in. And that's all there is to it, rather than necessarily putting as much emphasis on the guest as we used to, or even more important, putting as much emphasis on the employees as we used to. So he's actually creating a new structure, that he wants to start in the hotel industry, that would create an environment where the employees, assuming a particular hotel, under this umbrella would would profit that the employee should get part of the profits. And so he wants to institute a profit sharing thing, just kind of amazed me that I hadn't ever heard of that in the hotel industry as such before, don't know whether it ever was there. But his point was, people are going to be a lot more fun, people are going to be a lot more joyous and make guests feel more welcome. If they're feeling welcome and a part of what they're doing.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 11:12 Absolutely, it's the basic idea of you know, if people are proud of what they do happy about what they do invest in what they do. For them, it's employment, but they're the ones who are actually providing the experience directly to the guests.   Michael Hingson ** 11:29 Yeah, I mean, it's a job, yes, it's a job. But it can either be a fun job and a job you like, or it's just a job that brings in money, which means that you're not putting the same amount of commitment and, and joy and love into it. Absolutely, which is, you know, something that makes a lot of sense to understand. Well, so you decided to take the plunge and leave academia and do what?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 11:57 So I thought about it. And at least in the model in the United States, as a tenured faculty member, 40% of your job is research. And it was like, okay, I'm good at academic research and publishing, but I don't love it. So I don't want to do that. 20% is professional service. So professional leadership. And you know, I've been President of national organizations good at it, but I don't love it. And 40% is teaching. Within that, though, so much of it is following the sort of top down assigned learning outcomes and things like that. And the part of teaching that I always loved was the informal parts, the 15 minutes before or after class where students had their own questions about how different ideas we were talking about applied in their lives, or to circumstances they had heard about, or working with my graduate students, my MA and my PhD students, where I don't run a lab, it's not about you're doing a sub project of mine, it's, I'm helping you figure out what are your questions, and how you're going to find answers for yourself to your own questions. And the more I thought about that, that was life coaching. So I've ended up shifting over into the space of transformational life coaching, consulting and speaking as a result.   Michael Hingson ** 13:23 You know, I've been in sales. Basically, most all of my adult life, I learned a lot about sales from a Dale Carnegie sales course that I needed to take, because I had been given a choice of leaving a company from doing non sales type stuff, either leaving the company or going into sales, and, as a result, wanting to learn about it. And what I learned is that the best salespeople really are teachers. And what that means is that they love what they do, but they also know that they have to oftentimes teach customers, what they're selling, and why they're selling it. And even analyze, does that product work for you, and also having the courage oftentimes to be honest enough to say, that won't work, or this is, why it will or whatever. And I find that to be the most rewarding thing that I've ever been able to do in sales. And of course, since September 11, now I get to sell life and philosophy. So it still amounts to the same thing, but now selling the concepts from the other side, but I hear exactly what you're saying about teaching and the real important parts of teaching and we, we put so many stringent requirements that don't really add a lot of value, that it makes it a lot more difficult. One of the things that I've learned as a manager is my best job as a manager is not to boss somebody around, but rather how can I add value to make sure that You are being as successful as you can be. And we have to figure out ways to work together. And I found that the salespeople who really got that concept, were very successful because we've had off each other, we worked together, I added value to what they did, the people who didn't get it, and who wouldn't be open to maybe looking at doing some things differently that might have enhanced them didn't succeed nearly as well. And again, it's all about teaching.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 15:25 Makes total sense to me. So   Michael Hingson ** 15:27 it was, it was a lot of fun to do. So you've just been doing coaching for this year, basically,   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 15:35 I had actually started doing it within the last few years of being in academia, it was just that I was also still working as an academic through the end of 22. And so now full time, I'm doing the coaching and consulting and speaking on related topics.   Michael Hingson ** 15:57 Where's home for you now?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 15:59 Actually, since beginning of 21, no beginning of 20. Yeah, beginning of 22. Sorry, I've been a full time nomad. Okay. So I, because I'm now doing the coaching and not the academics, I don't have to be in one location. And so taking advantage of that to get to travel a lot more, especially as I'd mentioned before that in the first half of 22, I'd been down in Brazil, doing research. And also part of my research was on the dance form of Brazilian Zouk. But then, in November of 2019, I'd had a bad spinal injury and nerve damage. And for five weeks, I couldn't even roll over on a side. I mean, I was close to paralyzed. And I was just starting to walk unassisted again when the pandemic hit. And so as someone who used to always travel and used to be very involved in movement, once I had the opportunity to not be tied down to the location of the university, I've really been traveling a lot to get back into dancing and training and just interacting with people in different places. And a way that I wasn't able to when I was linked to a job that was very location based.   Michael Hingson ** 17:21 So you don't really have a formal house or anything at this point. Nope, have   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 17:26 nots. In almost two years right now, I will actually be aiming to return to having a home base somewhere, probably in the second quarter of 24. And looking to relocate my home base actually over to Portugal.   Michael Hingson ** 17:47 Not Santiago, but that's okay. Yeah, but   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 17:50 if you look at, you know, geographic parallels southern Portugal, the Algarve is basically the San Diego region of the European continent. So that works for me.   Michael Hingson ** 18:03 I've not been to Portugal, I've been to Spain, but not to Portugal. But I understand what you're saying. But I love San Diego still so much. I, I was a nomad a little bit for a job back in 1976, because I was hired to work with the National Federation of the Blind and Ray Kurzweil and developing a reading machine for the blind. And literally, I lived out of suitcases in hotels for 18 months to work at various sites. So I'm familiar with the concept. I think that doesn't work for me as much. Now I like to be in one spot. And I think for me, probably a good thing with all the things going on. And the fact that the pandemic is still around, it's good to be able to lock down in a comfortable place. But again, that's me. And that's now a long time later from what I did before. But I uproot, but I appreciate the fun and the value of   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 18:59 it. Yeah, absolutely. And I think there's part of me that again, it's probably linked to the cultural anthropology, like I do, like just encountering people where they live and I don't love doing the travel version, where I just hit tourist sites, I like to actually, you know, sort of situate myself where local people live and spend, you know, a couple of weeks there and just really get the feel of what is life like here and that just I find that very interesting and enriching, rewarding to just start to understand what it's like for people in different locations. And what did people still think about and do in similar ways and what in different ways, and that they all make sense.   Michael Hingson ** 19:45 As a public speaker, I have always enjoyed times when I could interact with people, not just who set up an event but really talk with the people in the area where the events taking place. And again, not the tourist as you point out, but the people who live there. And I've learned to value, for example, every part of this country, because I find that if you're friendly to people, again, going back to the ripple concept, if you connect in our friendly, I find that people are in fact, once I spent time in New York over several months, a number of times, and I was it was back when 42nd street and all the area around times square wasn't as nice as it is today. And people would say to me, aren't you worried about being outside? And I go, why? Uh, well, you know, there are some not nice people, I said, Well, only if you don't treat them nicely. And I found that I personally was able to get along with everyone. I never did get up to Harlem and spend time there, although I still would like to do that. But I've been to some pretty rough areas, and I find that people aren't going to bother you and be obnoxious to you, if you don't bother them or not obnoxious to them. And if you treat them well, they're going to treat you well. I've always believe that.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 21:12 I think you know, in general, that's so true in general. Yeah, no, I mean, obviously, everywhere, there are exceptions, as a way of going about things that makes so much sense to me. And just going back to that ripples idea. So many of us have heard of ROI, as you know, return on investment, the version that I heard that's always resonated for me is ripples of impact. So whatever I'm doing, however, I'm showing up, I'm looking for ripples of impact. And with that idea of, you know, it then impacts other people and who knows what ripples they then send out and how that impacts other people. And that's why I think that's so important for creating a more caring and connected world.   Michael Hingson ** 21:59 And it is about caring, and showing that you care. And showing that you care is an enlarged part of how you treat people and how you act and react around people. It isn't something where you got to show great care by giving a Contribution to somebody for $1,000 or something, it really still gets down to basically connection, doesn't it? Absolutely. Yeah. And I think that makes a lot more sense. So what do you do now? In terms of your job as a transformational life coach and consultant? And what do you speak about? Probably all related?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 22:36 Yep, absolutely. I primarily work with professionals who are accomplished by external measures, but find themselves wanting to live connect and communicate more authentically, in order to live more meaningful and fulfilling lives. And this really goes back to that idea that how we show up matters, and whether as individuals or as groups, communities, organizations, and so now I do my work as a coach, consultant speaker to really be a catalyst for exactly such transformations.   Michael Hingson ** 23:13 So where do you speak,   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 23:17 really anywhere that people are interested. So it's been to some nonprofits, it's been in house, to some different organizations, it's been at a couple of retreats. And if people find the topics, or subjects that I am interested in and feel like I can really add some value as compelling for them, then I don't want to just go around and repeat my message, I want to find out, how will it be valuable and most valuable to you and your people or your audiences, and to really try and tailor it accordingly.   Michael Hingson ** 24:03 And I think that's the only way to really be a successful speaker. As I tell people when they're talking to me about speaking somewhere, I customize every talk, I really want to know what you're looking for What messages do you want to send, because I think it's extremely important not to get locked into just giving some speech every time. Everyone wants to hear the September LeBrons story. But what I get to do is surround that with content that's specifically relevant and I think that's the only way to do it. Absolutely. And it's more fun.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 24:40 Absolutely, because I already know my own stories and my own background, and I get bored if I'm just repeating it as if it's, you know, rote memorization, but when it's how can I meet you where you are and share what I have to share in a way that actually matters and has an impact for you. That's why I'm doing it, it's not to hear myself say the same thing again. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 25:04 And there are going to be parts of it, that will be saying the same thing again. But it's more fun when you can put it in a context that people appreciate. I love to know that I'm drawing an audience in. And I've learned in my speeches, to sometimes use some specific kinds of things that have taught me when I say something, if the audience is really connected, they'll react in a certain way. And when I hear that, then I know I'm really connected. And if I don't hear that, then I need to go figure out what to change as I'm talking with them to draw them in. Because I think we don't talk or we shouldn't view ourselves as talking to an audience. We should be talking with an audience. Absolutely. And it's a different context. But it was always the same way. For me when I was teaching in academic settings. I was never someone who wanted to stand in front of a classroom and just, you know, essentially project Yeah, profess information. It was, you know, how can I meet you where you are, and ignite your passion and figure out where I can add value by helping you understand more than you could on your own? Not just delivering content? It's adding value once again. Absolutely. I had a calculus professor who came in every day, and he just started writing on the board. And he said, From this, we get, and it turned out that what he was really doing was just parroting what was in the book was calculus and analytic, analytic geometry by Thomas. Anyway, he just parroted the book. And he mostly just wrote on the board, and I counted one day, he said, 50 words during the whole class. And every time when he wasn't saying anything, I'd raised my hand. And I kept saying, Would you, please describe more of what you're doing, and it was like pulling teeth to get him to do it. But as the year went on, he got a little bit better. And students in the class that was freshman college, students were mocking him, one guy brought in a helium balloon with a paperclip. So he could put it at a height and he would just push it up in front of the professor. And the professor turns around, and this balloons right in front of him, and he's lecturing to the balloon doesn't even react to it, and other things happen during the class. But I got him finally to do more talking than he did at the beginning. And then at the end of the year, I passed, I got an A in calculus, but he called me into his office, and I'm going, Oh, what happened? Now? I go in, and he said, I gotta tell you, I really appreciate you and what you did, because I could not understand why students were really not interested in what I had to say. And he said, I realized that I wasn't talking. I wasn't engaging with them. And when I started doing that, it made a world of difference. And it does, it's all about connecting again. And so yeah, it's it's again, it's kind of one of those things. So what kind of clients do you get? And kind of? What have you been able to do? I'd love to hear a story about how you've helped change someone in the way they work.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 28:16 Sure. So again, I primarily work with people who are accomplished by external measures. And so accomplished could mean anything, because it could be anyone from a school teacher to a CEO, I'm just talking about in whatever field they are. If you look at it as an outsider, you say, yeah, they're good at what they do. They're, you know, not someone who's just breaking into the field or switching. And it's sort of what I lived myself, right. I was accomplished in academia. I was award winning, you know, author and lecturer. But it wasn't something where I truly felt like I was leading a meaningful and fulfilling life. And so I think, a lot of coaching, you know, when it's done well, you're speaking from your own experience in your own journey, probably most good speaking as well. And so a great example. Charles Davidson is the founder of a nonprofit, which is now rebranded and that came about through my coaching with him. It had a different name before but it's now innovations and peacebuilding International. And in coaching with him, we really got a lot of clarity about, you know, what he was doing as an academic, what he was doing with his nonprofit, where things were in his personal life and what were the things that really mattered to him. And he just got so much clearer on, you know, where he was, where he wanted to be, how he wanted to get there, what he needed to do to start that we base simply did a six month coaching engagements. And part of my calling myself a transformational life coach is, I'm not looking to be your coach for two or three years. I'm always available to you for support at any point. But I want to equip you to change things to transform, and be able to go forth on your own. And so when I followed up with him three months after we finished our coaching engagement, he told me that they had three times as much in the bank for the nonprofit, as they had when we started. He and I never talked about money strategies. That's not what I coach on. But he got so much clarity about what he was doing that he restructured the board, he renamed the nonprofit. And then when I followed up with him later, a year after we finished, they had 10 times in the bank, we also never spoke about physical fitness. I'm not a coach for that. But when I talked to him, at the end of our engagement, he said he dropped 15 pounds, just because he was so clear on what he was doing the life he wanted to live, what mattered to him, that it just happened. And so those are the types of transformations that I really am always looking to make. And it's not to say that the results will be the same for everyone. But if I can really walk beside you holding a flashlight to help you decide which direction you want to go, then that's what my job is. Yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 31:30 And that makes so much sense. And the issue really is that you need to if you're being coached, or if you're looking at yourself, it's important to really look at yourself and to think about what you're doing, and do self analysis. Because even you as a coach, you can't change someone, they have to do it, they have to want to do it. But all you can do is to help show them the way but it all comes down to it seems to me that, that you have to as the individual involved, look at yourself, do some introspection, and make some decisions as to how to move forward. And that's something as you say, you don't always get the same results from people. But I would suspect a lot of times if it doesn't work out? Well. It's because they don't catch on to doing real self introspection and self examination.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 32:22 Absolutely. And so the parallel I gave earlier to working with, you know, especially say my PhD students, my job is to help you get clarity on what are your questions to help you get clarity on? How are you going to find answers to your own questions. And so it's the same thing as a life coach, I'm helping you figure out what are the things that you really want to figure out for yourself? And how are you going to go about doing that for yourself? If I just give you a paint by numbers? What what do you care about that? Why should you care about that? It's nice, but it's nothing about what matters to you.   Michael Hingson ** 33:01 Right? And you won't progress and you won't value it. And even if something sort of accidentally happens, and you're sitting there going, well. Why did that happen? What what accidentally made that happen, and you don't catch on to what really is involved. And what's really important,   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 33:19 is exactly your life isn't transformed, which means I really haven't done that much to support you as a person. And   Michael Hingson ** 33:27 that doesn't mean that it's your fault as the coach, if someone isn't really willing to take the time to think and analyze for themselves. And I am such a fan of introspection, I think that people should take time every evening before they fall asleep to think about themselves in their lives and what they did today, how did this go? Why could this have been better? Or could it have been better and all of that? If we really take a hard look, it isn't such a hard look, once you really start to practice it.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 34:00 That's quite true. And at the same time, I'm not the best coach for every person, right? We all have different styles. And so I want to have a conversation, whether it as a coach, whether I'm a consultant for you, whether I'm a speaker, if your organization is actually a good fit, and let's make sure that you have the best fit for you the same as I want that for myself.   Michael Hingson ** 34:25 So, I'm assuming that there are probably times that you felt you weren't the best fit for someone, do you help them find another coach or how does that work? Absolutely. So   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 34:35 if I know someone in my network, who I think might be a better fit, than I absolutely make the direct recommendation, if I don't, but I know someone who might I ask if they want me to inquire and if either they don't or I don't know someone then I explained to them and describe to them what I think it sounds like they're looking for and any leads They have any suggestions for where they might be better suited to find someone who I think will actually support them?   Michael Hingson ** 35:07 Again, they have to really want to do it. But you don't have control over that. No. Which is, which is understandable? Well, you know, in, in our world today, we have a lot of social pressure to achieve and be successful. And whatever that may mean, but how do we deal with the reorg? How can we reorganize and change what we do to deal with all of the social pressures? And you talked about that in terms of what you had to do as an academic and the pressures that were there with publisher perish and other things like that? How do we change that?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 35:53 Yeah, so I think there's two really important pieces to that. And I thank you for the question. So I think the first piece that is really important is to understand that as human beings, we only have one nervous system. And it was one that was evolved to deal with, you know, short term, high stakes, life and death types of threats. And so, you know, fight or flight, or then if you've had in the freeze or fawn responses, you know, those are all evolutionarily developed to deal with major confrontational situations, like, you know, go around the corner, and there's a big barrier there. Well, yeah, that gives you this huge spike of all these stress hormones, so that you can respond and deal with it. But the situation then resolves itself, and then all of those hormones can drain out of your system. Whereas the things that we get stressed about today, are ongoing. They're the traffic, there's the competing pressures between different relationship responsibilities and work responsibilities, and coworkers who may or may not be doing what you think they're part of a project is, and so when do we ever have a chance for that to all sort of dissipate? And we really don't? And I think that that's a large part of the problem. And so then how do we reorient and focus, I think, is about shifting from concentrating on, you know, achieving from the what, from the doing to the how in the being. And so an expression I heard when I was younger, that has always stuck with me, is life is only 10%, how we make it, but it's 90%, how we take it. And I think we can always ask and choose how we want to be whether more generally such as if I take this job, how do I want to be in this job? If I have these people in my social network? How do I want to be with them? Or it can be in a given moment or situation such as, how do I want to be in this given conversation in this given negotiation. And that's something we can always choose?   Michael Hingson ** 38:20 Interesting way to put it in that it is a choice. There's so much social pressure to do and achieve and so on. Typically, why does that cost so much stress? And we put ourselves in that position, a lot of the time, why does it cost so much stress?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 38:38 Yeah, so again, I think that goes back to the fact that there isn't a secondary nervous system for social pressure. And so we don't have a second nervous system. That's different for the ongoing lower stakes social interactions. And as such, we have this constant pressure of doing an achieving that leaves our brains swimming in this stew of stress hormones. And again, it doesn't dissipate, if there's a big bear. Either I get away, I bonk it on the head with a rock, I freeze and it loses interest. And then all of that goes out of my system. And we don't have that. And I also think this is where the issue of social support versus access starts to show up as very narrow models of what counts as achieving get used very indiscriminately. So you've spoken about some of this dynamic before and that you know, what counts is a disability is actually a social issue. So why for instance, is it a disability when someone in a wheelchair can't reach something on a high shelf unassisted? But it's not a disability when it's a young child unable to reach the same item or a sharp person? Sure, absolutely. And the point is that it's really, you know, what are the frameworks because as human beings, we're social organisms, we're social beings. And so do we actually feel like we belong, like there's support, like there's allowances, or not. And so a great example of this from my former career in cultural anthropology comes from an ethnographic film, the bird dancer, and the film showcased is ghostie, you sort of teeny, who's a young Balinese woman with what we in the West would label as Tourette syndrome. And as the film shows, so powerfully, the actual cause of her suffering is not her symptoms, but it's the attitudes of those around her who feel she should be different. And I think that's really the key to this. Anytime you have a should you're fighting with what is. And so I think if anytime, we can catch ourselves saying should weather about, I should work out more, I should eat healthier, my boss should recognize my work, my partner should acknowledge my contributions. If we just replaced that with could, I could eat healthier, I could work out more, my boss could recognize my efforts. I could have my efforts recognized by my partner, then we can say, okay, but am I or am I not? And then I can choose how I want to be coming back to that issue of   Michael Hingson ** 41:33 choice. And you can also say, Okay, I can't do that I could do that. How do I do it? And it gets back to analysis and examination again?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 41:43 Absolutely. And it goes back to that how versus just the what?   Michael Hingson ** 41:47 Now, I'm not an expert on bears, but my mindset and my mental attitude also says, gee, is there any chance to become friends with the bear? And I don't know the answer to that.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 42:03 I don't either. And again, I'm talking at the very general level about what is our nervous system primed for that said, you know, if it's a bear that's grown up around humans who are not a threat to it, then chances are that it's not going to be that dangerous, unless it's provoked.   Michael Hingson ** 42:25 Or unless you just exude fear and animal sense that, and then the result is that that has some impact on it, I don't know. But I would presume that it's possible to become friends with a baron. Likewise, what it also means is, when you come across these things that are just overwhelming, you can learn and choose to let it overwhelm you or take a more strategic approach. I'm writing a new book, it's called Live like a guide dog, and it's about my growing up, and being surrounded by dogs. Basically, most all of my life, I started when I'm 14 with my first guide, dog, Squire. And it's about lessons I've learned. Because I realized at the beginning of 2020, I talked a lot about the past about the World Trade Center, and escaping without being afraid, but I've never really taught anyone how to do that. And so this book is going to start to work to teach people how to control fear, and how to use fear as a very powerful tool to assist you rather than allowing yourself to be as I say it blinded by or overwhelmed by fear.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 43:46 Nice, that sounds super interesting. I look forward to reading it.   Michael Hingson ** 43:49 It'll be out next July or August. It's we've got a publisher, and they've been working on it. And we've even gone through the copy editing and all that. And there's another round coming up of that. But it's, it's kind of fun. And every time we get the book back, they either have questions, or we find a few little things to tweak. That's okay. I understand that's part of the publishing process. We did that with underdog when wrote that in 2011. But fear is is a very powerful tool that can be the bear or it can be a nice, friendly puppy dog. That nevertheless, can be something that you have to deal with, but you can which will be kind of fun to you know, to get through. So in general, how would you advise people or what would you advise people about dealing with the overwhelming kinds of conditions and stresses that we face? How do you help people change what they do and become more able to cope with that?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 44:56 Yeah, so I really sort of break it down in my head to sort of three categories. And so the first one I had mentioned briefly, which is I think it's so important to start with what actually is. So not the stories we tell ourselves not the internalized projections. But so first and the one I already mentioned is could not should, because again, anytime I'm saying something should be a certain way, I'm fighting with what actually is. The second one is recognizing responsibility, and not blame. So for example, if someone's supposed to pick up their kids at school, but there's, you know, an accident and they can't get there, they're not to blame for not picking up their kids. But that doesn't mean they're not responsible. So then they need to make some phone calls and arrange for it to happen. And so I think all too often when we're dealing with, whether it's other people, or even how we talk to ourselves, we always go to blame. And that's not constructive versus responsibility, which then invites. Okay, so now what do I need to do or what needs to happen. And the third part of that, starting with what is framework is interest, not intention. And I'm not talking about for ourselves, it's one thing to have an intention of, here's what I want to do, here's how I want to show up. When we're dealing with other people, if we're dealing with them with an intention of how they're going to respond, that's not fair, because they're going to respond however they do. And if it's, I'm going to show up in the way I want to, I'm going to do what I think is appropriate, or is authentic to me, and I'm interested to see what comes from that I'm interested where that takes us, that's very different from I have an intention for how someone else is going to respond, or how a situation is going to unfold. So those are the three parts for me of starting with what is the next part of the mental, you know, sort of model I use is the strategic level. And I use Bing as an acronym, and happy to go into any of it in more detail. But just to sort of give the umbrella level view, the first part, B of B for being is begin where you are. And I think all too often, people sort of rushed to where do they want to go? Well, you can't navigate on a map, if you don't know where you're starting your GPS can't guide you anywhere, if it doesn't have a signal that it can pinpoint where you are to begin with. E is for explore where you want to go. Because it's one thing to sort of say, oh, yeah, I'm gonna apply for the promotion. But why is it really what's going to suit you, maybe it's gonna give you more money, but does it take more time. So you can't actually spend the money for save the time with family, which is what you really wanted, right? The AI is for investigate your options. Because once you know where you are, and you know where you want to go, there's never just one way to get there. What are the different ways to get there, which ones have served you in the past, which ones appeal to you now, and really investigate that so that you figure out what's the best way for you. And is for now start because I think all too often we get trapped with trying to make sure it's all planned out perfectly. And and think about like the book you were just describing and I've you know, written books as well, if you wait for it to be perfect before you submit it to a publisher, it'll never get published. It's you start it, you get it to a point, you send it out. And then it's an iterative process to, to hone it in to be the best. And so starting is so important. And especially with the pressure to achieve the trap of perfectionism, so often prevents people from even starting. And the g of being is get your best life. And I don't mean that everything's done and it's complete. But all too often we're so busy chasing and trying to achieve that we don't actually recognize the changes we've made. We don't appreciate what we've learned along the way and how we're now equipped to always do that for ourselves going forward. So that's the second one, the strategic level. And the third and final part I use as sort of the tactical one. And it's the simple question, which I mentioned before of how do I want to be as a question because again, I can ask it, you know, bigger Situations, Relationships overall, I can ask it regarding this very conversation. And every once in a while life is so overwhelming or this stakes are so high emotionally, that even that gets challenging. And then I turned to a version of it that I labeled future casting. And so we've all had that situation where whether it's two hours from now, two weeks, two months, I go, Oh, I wish I had said I wish I had done. And so when it's really overwhelming, I asked myself, Okay, what does five year for me, Jonathan, wish I would have said or done right now? When I look back on this in the future, how will I have wanted to respond? And it may not be easy to do. But it's usually pretty simple to figure out. And once I know what that is, then that's what I do. And that's what I coach people. So start with what is strategically use the being model and then tactically, how do I want to be in future cast if necessary?   Michael Hingson ** 50:52 You ever get people who say, Gee, that sounds like a lot of work? And it's pretty complicated.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 51:00 Yes, ish. When you're just talking to people about like, what's involved, then sure I get that. But the whole point is, it's not, I write down a list of these things right handed to you and say, Come talk to me and half a year, it's, here's the model we're going to be following. But again, it's a model, it's a map, it doesn't mean that you're locked into anything. It's a framework. And just like any really expert cook, you know, they do it sort of on the fly, they know all of the strategies, but they can combine things on the spot. It's not No, I have to absolutely, you know, follow the written version through and through every single time. That's not the point. And so it's here's the model, but we're going to spend the time I'm going to be walking beside you shining that flashlight on each piece of this, so that you can just concentrate on figuring it out. I'm the one who has to hold the model in mind, I'm the one who has to make sure that it's working for you. And that we take longer where you need longer to process, and that the parts that you fly through, we don't stay spending time just because it's in the model.   Michael Hingson ** 52:21 What do you find, though, for people who follow the model who work with you, and you coach, as you go forward, and the more time you spend with them does adhering to the model or properly utilizing the model becomes easier for them because they're developing the muscle?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 52:42 Absolutely. And again, it's an acronym to make it easy to remember. And you know, it's up. The being one is up on my website. And you know, it's something we talk about. But again, if that language doesn't work for them, I don't care. It's not about the actual wording. It's just a framework, if they want to call it something else in their head, and that's what works for them. Then in our interactions, I'm going to use their language, I'm going to use sure if a framework works for them. It's just something that was really resonant for me. And the vast majority of people who I work with, they like it, and it has some resonance for them. But again, it's only a model, it's not anything that's cast in stone, it's not the answer to anything, right?   Michael Hingson ** 53:36 It's not the model. It's the concept. And it's However, anyone does it, it's it's still finding the way to get to address the issues that the model essentially brings up, whether you call it the model or use the language or whatever, it's still basically dealing with the concepts that you're trying to get people to understand. And, and analyze and do something with, right?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 54:07 Absolutely. And I think as a general framework, it makes sense to people like you begin where you are, you figure out where you want to go, you figure out how you're gonna get there. Once you have that you actually have to start. And the whole point is to get where you're going. Like, yeah, that's pretty easy.   Michael Hingson ** 54:23 Yeah. It's a concept and it makes perfect sense. So however, people want to phrase it and everybody likes to use their own words. So a lot of people do. That's okay. As you said, it's still the basic concept that you're really addressing.   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 54:37 Absolutely.   Michael Hingson ** 54:39 So having been in the anthropology, academia world for a long time, how does that work into what you're doing now as a life coach?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 54:51 Yeah, it's really interesting because it informs it in ways that I didn't even realize it was going to when I was first training you As a coach, the one way that I think it shows up more than any other is, as a cultural anthropologist, when I go to study, you know, different cultural groups. The whole point is, I'm not the expert. I'm there to be a student and learn from them. Why they do things the way they do, how do they think about it? What does that framework do for them? And so that's what I do as a coach at an individual level. That's what I do as a consultant. With organizations, I'm not the expert in you, you're the expert and you, I'm here to learn, what's your framework, what's your model, and then just have the ability as an outsider to reflect that back, so that you can use that however you want to. So that's the biggest way. The next one is the idea of ethnocentrism. And so many people have heard of it. And there's sort of the popular version of taking for granted that your way is the best. Well, that's a problematic version. But it's not the most problematic because it's acknowledging that other people have other ways of thinking about and doing things. The insidious version is taking for granted, that your way of thinking about things or doing things is the only possibility. And so I can the same way as I would teach, you know, students about ethnocentrism, I can do the same thing with different clients, it's, well, maybe the way you think about it isn't the best maybe the way you think about it isn't the only one. I'm not trying to present any other specific version, but just give that framework for maybe there are other ones, which then comes up to that idea of cultural relativism, which is that how different people think about and do things is what makes sense from within their own framework. And I think the underlying idea here is no one on the planet wakes up in the morning, and says, This makes no sense. I'm going to do it that way. They may think the options that they are aware of are all bad ones, but they're still picking the one that they think is least bad. And so it's understanding that there is a logic to what everyone does. And so if rather than coming with an accusatory How could you think that I can do it from genuine curiosity of how can you think that because there's clearly a way to do it, then I can understand different frameworks, and take them as seriously as the ones I'm more familiar with. And I can work with you to help you be able to do that as well. The next one is sort of the holistic perspective, which is nothing is in isolation. Nothing is divorced from everything else. It's not necessarily connected to everything, but it's part of a bigger picture. And so while one thing may be troubling you or there may be one area in your life that you're looking to, you know, adjust or there may be one part of the business that doesn't seem to quite be coming together the way you want. The fact is, it's still linked to other ones, and let's look at where it fits in. So that we're really addressing the whole system and not just a piece in isolation. And the next one would be the idea of generalizations versus stereotypes. And I take this from a medical anthropologist, Marianne Galante, who the human brain recognizes patterns. That's part of what we're good at. But the difference that she's drawing is, a stereotype is saying, I know something about you. And that's the end of what I am thinking, I think I then know everything. A generalization is saying, Oh, I know something, I recognize a pattern. It's the beginning, I asked, might this be applicable to you? So say, someone who's a patient in a hospital setting? And I know their religious background, rather than saying, Oh, you're from this background, therefore, I know what your dietary restrictions are. I say, Oh, I see you're from this background, are these restrictions are actually things that we need to look at for you. And so it's using it as a beginning point, not as an ending point. And the final one would be around different types of isms. And you know, people can have prejudice in every single direction. But the idea is that there's a difference between just having prejudices versus prejudices plus power. And so really recognizing power differentials. And you know, how those show up are things that especially with some of my consulting work, I can really lie you know, rely on my anthropology background to help, you know, point out where those things may be exerting an influence in ways that not everyone is aware of and therefore they can be much more intentional about how they're actually interacting with people and showing up and enter and you know, doing things.   Michael Hingson ** 1:00:10 I love being a student. And I feel that if I ever stop learning, then there's something wrong with me. And I love asking questions. And as I tell people in the sales world, I never liked to ask close, close ended questions. It always has to be open ended questions I don't like yes and no answers to things because I want more information. And I think it's important to always look that way. So I, I resonate with the things that you're saying, which are, I believe, really pretty cool. You mentioned disabilities earlier, which prompts something that I'm sure you've heard me talk about on some of the episodes you listen to tell me a little bit about diversity. And you talk about coaching beyond diversity? What do you think about diversity as a cultural anthropologist, and why do you talk about coaching beyond that?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 1:01:02 Absolutely. So I think we actually share some objectives on this. And so while I'm a cultural anthropologist, it's still under the larger umbrella of anthropology. And so I really want to borrow from some of the Biological anthropologists here. And so I look at human diversity the same way I do biological, the same way I look at biological diversity, it just is, it's a fact it exists. And then the question is, where do we go from there? Do we think and act in ways that appreciate respect and honor diversity? Or do we take it for granted ignore it, or even worse, denigrate or degrade it? So just as you can't grow every plant in the same conditions, not all people thrive in the same conditions, and just as bright direct light on one plant, you know, it needs to thrive with harm and other, so too, with any one size fits all approach to people. And so because of your work in this space, I'm sure you've heard, you know, the different versions of te di D, B be the one that I heard that made the most sense to me, and that I work with, and that I'm sort of referencing when I talk about coaching beyond diversity is JT di, or Jedi? And so growing up when I did, you know, the Jedi were the defenders of what was right in the universe. And the j stands for justice. And it's just what is the right thing to do. And it's about valuing and protecting all. And it's not, you know, PC for the sake of saying it. And one of the things I really, I'm not saying there's no value to it, but I really do get upset by it at the same time, is when I hear people talk about the positive business outcomes of being more aware and sensitive to these issues. Not that that doesn't matter. Not that those things aren't true. But I don't think the reason to take these things seriously is because of business outcomes alone, that should be a byproduct. If it's not about what's the just thing to do in the first place, then I think we have a bigger problem we need to address address as a society. The ie of Chad, I would be for equity, which is really the opposite of a one size fits all approach. So the same way as we don't grow, you know, all plants in the same environment. Rather, we look at what combination of soil type amount of sunlight and water each needs to thrive, we need to do the same thing for people. And all of that is about recognizing that diversity just is and so we need to respect and honor it. And if we do all of those things correctly, that's where we get to inclusion. And so where diversity is about recognizing uniqueness. Inclusion is about belonging. It's about recognizing and showing how each unique piece is equally important in completing a puzzle. Any one piece that's missing, the puzzle is incomplete. No one piece is more important to that than any other.   Michael Hingson ** 1:04:14 That gets to be the real issue, of course doesn't mean that's why with things like unstoppable mindset where our tagline is where inclusion, diversity in the unexpected meet, I put inclusion first because typically diversity in our discussions leaves out disabilities, which it shouldn't. So we talk about where inclusion, diversity in the unexpected meet really means that you're going to either be inclusive or you're not an inclusive means you have to include all things you can't kind of go part way well, we're partially inclusive, we deal with race. No, that's not really inclusion very well. It   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 1:04:51 isn't. There's lots of different things. You know, we can add in neuro diversity to that. Well, I know when I was recovering From that spinal injury I mentioned to you, they had added a new glass door to the sort of suite where I had my visual anthropology lab. Well, they put the lock at floor level, because it was a glass door, and they didn't like the look of a lock at the handle level. Well, I was recovering from a spinal injury, I was using a walker, I can't get down to the floor level to unlock it. And it was something they added, which is how many years after, you know, the disability acts that all specify that any new thing needs to take in to account those different types of issues. I'm fortunate I was someone who that's not a permanent issue I have to deal with. But it was still shocking to me that, you know, despite the fact that there were federal laws about it, no blessing, aesthetically appealing to them, they didn't even take it into account. Well, of course,   Michael Hingson ** 1:05:55 as I've maintained, everyone has a disability. And for most of you, it's like dependence. And if the power goes out, and you're in a room somewhere, you immediately have major challenges. And, yeah, the light bulb has created light on demand that covers it up. But it doesn't negate the fact that it's still there. But it's amazing how many people just choose to not recognize that we're not nearly as inclusive as we should be. And we don't include enough people in the conversation. And it's something that does need to change. Absolutely. It's one of those things that it's a goal. And we'll we'll just continue to work toward it. Well, Jonathan, this has been a lot of fun if people want to reach out to you and maybe explore working with you or consulting. How do they do that?   Dr. Jonathan Marion ** 1:06:40 Absolutely. So the best place to get more information, hop on my schedule, fill out a contact request would be my website, which is stepsalongtheway.global so just one word, no punctuation steps along the way, dot global. I really, that's the name of my business steps along the way. Because I think where we are now is the steps we've taken. And the way to get the life you really want is to have intentionality about the next steps you take and dot global because I'm happy to work with people from anywhere and everywhere. And I travel enough that I might even be there. People are also welcome to reach out to me as far as direct email. And best way to do that would be sa t w again. That's first step along the way  satwcoaching@gmail.com. Send me a dir

On this week's episode, I describe how moved I was by the people of Bali. The warmth, kindness, and humility of the Balinese people we met and interacted with was so striking. From casual greetings to exuding compassion in an interaction that could have incited annoyance  and impatience, the people from Bali taught me a meaningful lesson.  Am I letting my words, gestures and responses reflect and radiate compassion? The Balinese people embodied such a sincere compassion, it was if they were vibrating on a higher frequency. May the light embodied in the Balinese people penetrate the light in me, the light in all of us, to absorb their patience, kindness and wisdom.  Blessings to the wise people of Bali. Enjoy the podcast!

In this episode, Adam and Budi sit down with Balinese academic and performer, John Emigh, to discuss his extensive career.JOHN EMIGH is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Theatre Arts and Performance Studies at Brown University, where he taught and directed regularly from 1967 to 2009; from 2009 to 2018 he taught in the Brown/Trinity MFA program for actors and directors. He has also taught at NYU, Tufts University, and the Yale School of Drama. He was a founding member of the Association for Theatre in Higher Education (ATHE) and of Performance Studies International (Psi), has served on the governing board of Psi, and was founding Chairperson of the Association for Asian Performance. He is the author of Masked Performance: The Play of Self and Other in Ritual and Theatre, based on extensive research on performance in Bali and India, co-author of the forthcoming Illustrated Prahlada Nataka of Odisha: Text, Translation, Music, and History of a Remarkable Theatrical and Devotional Tradition in India, and has written pioneering articles linking the fields of Neuroscience and Performance Studies. With his wife, Ulrike, he made the documentary fllm, Hajari Bhand: Jester without Court, now available on YouTube. He has directed over 80 plays in university and professional theatres, has performed one-person shows based on Balinese topeng (masked dance and theatre) throughout the US and Asia. and has presented invited papers and conducted workshops in Shanghai, New Delhi, Calcutta, Denpasar, and Brussels, as well as at numerous US and international conferences and universities. In 2009, he received the Association for Theatre in Higher Education's Career Achievement Award for Educational Theatre. Support the Show.If you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- podcast@theatreofothers.com Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi MillerProducer: Jack BurmeisterMusic: https://www.purple-planet.comAdditional compositions by @jack_burmeister

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When she was just a little girl, Ayu Sudana used to fill buckets of Asian palm civet poop in exchange for toys. Today, she's the proud co-founder of Bali Beans — a plantation, a roastery, a coffee shop and distribution house. For this week's episode, we're going to her plantation, in the heart of Bali's coffee growing region, to try the world's most expensive coffee for ourselves — Kopi Luwak. Bali Beans is one of the island's only coffee growers that harvests Kopi Luwak in the wild, which means we're out in the field looking for poop. Come along! It smells divine! SHOW NOTES:  Learn more about Ayu Sudana at https://balibeans.com or check her out on Instagram (@ayu.sudana) Check out GuideGeek, Your New Personal AI Travel Assistant! http://bit.ly/3LKpHTjFor more on ‘No Fixed Address' visit matadornetwork.com/NFApodcast

Aren Bahia is a Canadian entrepreneur/philanthropist who's lived a "full spectrum life".  From organized crime in Vancouver to spiritual development in Asia, Aren's seen his world shift from the fast life in the rough part of town to meditation and yoga in the Himalayas where he learned to live a life of generosity, connection, and compassion.  Since starting his life over in Bali in 2016, he's launched 8 businesses in 8 years and raised tens of thousands of dollars every year for underprivileged and mentally disabled Balinese children. He's the founder of Karma House Bali, Conscious Arts Tattoos, and a founding partner in YogiLab, Lighthouse Studios Bali, Lotus House, and Sigma Motor Group.Learn More about Aren here: https://www.instagram.com/ink_pray_love/ -------------------- Interested in getting 1:1 coaching support? Learn about my Coaching Program and book a free discovery call: https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/introGET NOTIFIED WHEN DOORS OPEN TO UNHOOKED RECOVERY: https://jeremylipkowitz.mykajabi.com/unhookedConnect with me on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyLipkowitzABOUT JEREMY LIPKOWITZJEREMY IS A MEDITATION TEACHER, LIFE COACH, AND DIGITAL HABITS EXPERT WHO WORKS WITH ENTREPRENEURS, EXECUTIVES, AND LEADERS.Jeremy overcame addiction, shame, self-judgement, and depression in his early twenties with the help of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness not only helped him let go of destructive behaviors, it also allowed him to connect with deeper meaning and purpose in his life.For the past 10 years Jeremy has been teaching mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices at universities, recovery centers, and companies throughout Asia and the US. He holds a Bachelors and Master's degree in Genetics and Genomics, and spent several years at Duke University working towards a PhD in Genetics & Systems Biology before he turned full-time to teaching mindfulness.Jeremy is also an ICF certified Executive Coach. As a former scientist and academic, Jeremy has a great passion for bringing his EI based coaching skills into the corporate and professional world. He realizes how powerful & transformative these practices can be for skeptics and senior-level managers. He is known for his calm and grounded demeanor, his expertise in habits and high-performance, and his compassionate approach to transformation.

Helen shares her recent transformative experience in Bali, where she encountered powerful solar flares and engaged in deep spiritual healing sessions. She emphasises the importance of choosing joy and aligning internally to raise consciousness and vibration and reflects on the profound impact of her interactions with the Balinese people and culture, highlighting the essence of simplicity, authenticity, and heart-centred energy. She envisions a world where love, kindness, and abundance prevail, urging listeners to embrace honesty, transformation, and co-creation for a harmonious and caring global community.  KEY TAKEAWAYS There is importance to be found in consciously choosing joy as a way to navigate through life's challenges and raise one's vibration. Embrace inner transformation to align with higher consciousness and vibration levels, leading to personal growth and well-being. Encourage the co-creation of a world filled with love, kindness, peace, and abundance, where all beings can thrive. Emphasise the significance of honesty, integrity, and authenticity in personal growth and relationships for true transformation. BEST MOMENTS "It was an X6.3 solar flare. The most powerful of three flares occurring over 24 hours arising from the gigantic sunspot that space weather posts label as dangerous and describe as being so large you can see it with eclipse glasses and no magnification." "Life will be most interesting from here on and I'm excited to increasingly be in my new life that I have been consciously creating and planning for a long time." "New Earth will happen when there is a critical mass of us living free and joyous. And we can all contribute towards creating it, for sure." "Let's create a truly, truly wonderful, balanced, and genuinely caring world together and great fulfilment and dreams come true for ourselves and others." VALUABLE RESOURCES To become a member of the Transform and Thrive Club and benefit from powerful monthly live sessions on Zoom video calls and multimedia coaching, check out and sign up here: www.transformandthrive.club www.leeheiss.com www.facebook.com/leeheiss https://www.facebook.com/helenleeheiss/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/transformandthriveclub www.instagram.com/helenleeheiss enquiries@leeheiss.com HOST BIO Founder & Principal Coach of Lee Heiss Coaching, Helen Lee coached thousands of clients worldwide and multinationals in Asia-Pacific in the last three decades. She created a powerful ontological coaching methodology that ignites the true greatness or invincibility in people. Thoroughly tested and honed over 20 years, this methodology consistently and rapidly produces desired results. Helen was also a journalist who later ran her own communications consultancies in Australia and Asia. The Business Times listed her in its “Who's Who of Women Shaping Singapore” while The Straits Times named her “The Leader Prodder” in a feature on Singapore's top coaches.

How many licks does it take to get to the Tootsie Roll center of a Tootsie Pop? Well, when the starting point for licks is Melissa's son after a Balinese holiday and the Tootsie Roll center is an unwrapped toilet seat, I'm guessing it takes more than three. Join us as we chat through Aboriginal Gratitude, the state of Israel, the Selective Logic of the Qanon Collective, and disgruntled gift recipients. It's all there, Dear Listener. And all you have to do is press play. 

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Founded in 2018 after being inspired by a recent trip to Bali, Emily Hamilton set out to capture the magic of the island with her beauty products. Combining tropical ingredients with advanced science and innovation, it's no surprise Coco & Eve's now has multi-award-winning hair, tan, and body products. With a commitment to sustainability, the brand sources Balinese ingredients like coconut oil, cocoa, mangoes, papayas, and guava. Following a remarkable 240% sales increase from 2021-2022, Coco & Eve had several new product launches in 2023, expanding into skincare and SPF categories. The products are consistently best sellers – one Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Foam is sold every 30 seconds and the Antioxidant Face Tanning Micromist sold out within four weeks of launch, with 25,000 units sold within three weeks.The brand's story of rapid growth and expansion reflects Hamilton's vision and determination since day one.In this episode, Emily also discusses:Building the new generation of digitally native global brands under the Supernova umbrellaHow she bootstrapped the business successfully (she even sold her house to do so!)The synergy between all channels and markets for widespread availability and notorietyBuilding a globally successful brand having a presence in 38 countriesLaunching tan in ULTA and the halo effect that it had with 16+ million views on socialWe hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights into Emily's journey and the growth of Coco & Eve. Don't forget to subscribe to the Glam & Grow podcast for more in depth conversations with the most incredible brands, founders, and more.Be sure to check out Coco & Eve at www.cocoandeve.com and on Instagram at @cocoandeveThis episode is sponsored by Shopify.Shopify POS is your command center for your retail store. From accepting payments to managing inventory, Shopify has EVERYTHING you need to sell in-person. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at www.shopify.com/glamThis episode is brought to you by WavebreakLeading direct-to-consumer brands hire Wavebreak to turn email marketing into a top revenue driver.Most eCommerce brands don't email right... and it costs them. At Wavebreak, our eCommerce email marketing agency helps qualified brands recapture 7+ figures of lost revenue each year.From abandoned cart emails to Black Friday campaigns, our best-in-class team manage the entire process: strategy, design, copywriting, coding, and testing. All aimed at driving growth, profit, brand recognition, and most importantly, ROI.Curious if Wavebreak is right for you? Reach out at Wavebreak.co

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Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise shares 6 life lessons from a Balinese offering. Episode 2922: 6 Life Lessons from a Balinese Offering by Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise on Mindfulness Practice Rachel Shanken is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Yoga Instructor, and now a Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Practitioner. Her philosophy is simple: what you seek is already within you. In the busy lives we lead, it's sometimes difficult to stop, listen and access the knowledge that resides deep inside of ourselves. Using a whole-body, client-centered approach, her passion is to: support you with listening to your own internal wisdom, assist you with connecting to what you really want and help to empower you in taking steps toward achieving your goals. The original post is located here: https://mindbodywise.com/blog/6-life-lessons-from-a-balinese-offering/  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