Podcasts about Colin Beavan

“How to Be Alive” author Colin Beavan shares how living simply, staying true to your values and finding purpose can transform your life and the world around you.

In this episode, I talk with coach and activist Laura Hartley. Combining her passions for asking good questions and climate activism, Laura founded her school for changemakers, Public Love Enterprises. Through her courses and coaching, she helps people to unlearn and dismantle systems that inhibit our thriving, while working towards a more just, regenerative and loving world.More about Laura and her work:Laura's websiteHer LinkedInHer InstagramHer Facebook pageLinks to topics and people discussed and further reading:Rob Hopkins, writer and Transition co-founderMark Fisher's Capitalist Realism, which draws on the quote that ‘it is easier to imagine an end to the world than an end to capitalism' (attributed to both Slavoj Žižek and Fredric Jameson)Kelly Diels, thinker, teacher and coach for culture makersElla Saltmarshe, co-founder of the Long Time ProjectPhoebe Tickell, biologist and systems thinkerTwo books that Laura recommends – How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World by Colin Beavan and Active Hope: How To Face The Mess We're In Without Going Crazy by Joanna MacyIf you'd like to support The Climate Pivot, please consider making a contribution or get in touch at theclimatepivot@benweaverhincks.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the episode we discuss the essay "The Star Thrower" from Loren's Book The Unexpected Universe. It is a beautiful piece about making a difference even when it seems futile. And for many of us, working in healthcare can seem futile at times. But Eiseley's essay describes the beauty, the strength, and the importance of being the anti-chaos in a world of chaos. Colin Beavan, PhD has some suggestions for when things seem futile. Here are a few of our favorites: realize there is a difference between the world not changing fast enough and you being useless instead of focusing on how bad the problem is, focus on how amazing your allies are realize that anger, fear, frustration will burn you out take care of yourself count your blessings create boundaries accept that it is appropriate to feel sad and frustrated His biggest takeaway is to limit your concern to your sphere of influence. And remember you're not seeing the full results of your work. Studies show that a single act of kindness can affect up to 125 people. That's a difference that you may never see but exists nonetheless. What the world needs is not for you to burn out, but to pour from a cup that is overfilled. There will always be more "starfish" but there is only one you. Join us for our FREE CLASS March 29, Noon (central) on how to work in the dumpster fire of healthcare without getting burned. Save your spot here (replay will be available). Referenced articles/songs/resources: https://www.amazon.com/Unexpected-Universe-Loren-Eiseley/dp/0156928507 https://colinbeavan.com/ten-ways-overcome-futility-life-climate-anything-else/ https://colinbeavan.com/feel-like-make-difference/ https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.0913149107 https://drdavidhamilton.com/if-you-ever-feel-like-you-dont-make-a-difference/ Jason Mraz "Look for the Good" The Good News Network If you want to work with us, visit our website: www.thewholephysician.com. We have private coaching and CME courses available. Additionally, we're happy to lecture for your institution. Sign up for our Weekly Well Check by clicking the link. The Weekly Well Check is your weekly dose of encouragement and your only access to secret insider sales on our products. If you'd like something you can use today, download our free Top 10 Mindset Hacks for Doctors here. For a free quote on Own-Occupation Insurance, you're welcome to use our affiliate link: patternlife.com/drivetime

Meet Colin Beavan Colin Beavan, Ph.D., is a sought-after coach, speaker, consultant, and Zen Teacher in the Kwan Um Zen tradition. He attracted international attention for his year-long lifestyle-redesign project and the wildly popular book, No Impact Man, and the Sundance-selected documentary film it inspired. Colin ran for the US House of Representatives in New York's 8th Congressional District in 2012, was the founder of the No Impact Project, a board member of Transportation Alternatives, an advisory council member of 350.org, and a guest professor at Sarah Lawrence College. He is the author, most recently, of How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World. He can be found at www.colinbeavan.com as well as on Instagram @ColinBeavan. No Impact Man Experiment Colin Beavan set out on a year-long experiment back in 2009 to live environmentally friendly in an extreme way in NYC. He wanted to explore how we can live where we help others and ourselves, understand our role in the environment and climate change, and the impact we make (the inspiration for his No Impact Project, by the way). This year-long project became the documentary, No Impact Man, where Colin focused each month on another issue in the environment and then removed it from his life. He addressed issues like trash, water use, degradation, transportation, and buying only local food. In pursuing these areas of concern, another big question came up - is there a way to build a community that naturally embeds this kind of consciousness into its fabric of society? The year proved to be a powerful experiment in allowing Colin to get healthier and step off the treadmill of constant 'doing' and being glued to screens, giving him more nourishing time to spend with his young daughter, family, and friends.  How To Be Alive and Kind This No Impact Man opportunity opened up more questions that he addressed in his book, How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World, about choosing a way of being where we're both taken care of and taking care of others. This mutual care scenario would allow for a greater sense of security and meaning, two important aspects of having a good life. Colin Beavan unpacked the deeper question of finding meaning in one's life by answering the following questions, which I encourage you to address for yourself: 1) Understanding yourself: Who are you, and what feels important to you? 2) What is the world to you, and what do you care about?  3) How might you bring these two answers together?  It's Time To Create A World Based on Kindness Much of Colin Beavan's studies and wisdom comes from the Zen tradition, a mystical practice that focuses much of your time and energy on staying deep, open-ended questions like 'Who are you?' and not knowing the answer. Colin shared about a master teacher he encountered early on who shared that the ideal is "to wash your mind with 'I don't know' soap." In other words, when you're not interfering with 'knowing' something, you can respond to how the world naturally responds. Under this practice is building your trust in the Universe. Now What's Next?  We're in times where many are confused, scared, and anxious but want to bring in more kindness. Tune in to hear a beautiful practice to stay in the 'not knowing' and call in greater connection to kindness. Final Thought Colin Beavan's efforts to change the world one step at a time led to a movement we can all join in big or small ways. No Impact Man is well worth the watch to uncover the impact we have on the world with the choices we make, even unconsciously, every day. Be sure to pick up a copy of his latest book, How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World.     Connect with Colin Beavan Website: colinbeavan.com Facebook page:Colin Beavan AKA No Impact Man Instagram: @colinbeavan LinkedIn: Colin Beavan Twitter: @ColinBeavan   Looking To Help Others Know Who They Are and Design Their Best Life? 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Colin Beavan is a man of impact. Or no impact. Author, transformational coach, and instigator of thought and action, Colin lived in New York City for a year with a net zero impact on the environment. He joins host Fran Racioppi on this episode to discuss his mission in life to drive people to take action for what they believe in, even if at first it doesn't seem important. He shows us that we should become Lifequester's and drive ourselves towards personal change before we can try to change others.Colin challenges us to break through the limiting beliefs and the standard life approach that society has defined for us. He also explains the importance of servant leadership, the pressure fame puts on your voice and podium, and how Zen philosophy can help us to understand that we may not be able to change the world, but we can certainly try.Colin is the author of How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind Of Happiness That Helps The World, No Impact Man, and one of the best historical accounts of Operation Jedburgh. Colin has been named one of MSN's Ten Most Influential men and one of Elle Magazine's Eco-Illuminators. Read the full episode transcription here and learn more on The Jedburgh Podcast Website.Highlights:-The importance of being a “doer” vs a “sayer”-The difference between an organization's mission and their vision. Mission is an action. Vision is an idea.-The four tenets of being a “Lifequester” and their need to take a stand for what they believe in within society.-How to challenge the “Standard Life Approach” society has defined for us as what we need and want.-Limiting beliefs are false pretenses that prevent us from taking action. We must break through these.-The importance of “servant leadership” and “engaged citizenship” to drive change in ourselves and society.-The loss of “agency” if you put your fate in the hands of others.-“Ukulele Approach” to learning new skills and driving change.-Zen philosophy and how Zen can teach us to try.Quotes:-"To make change we need to think about taking gentle first steps that aren't so huge and are more manageable. It's a training-wheel approach to changing your life. The big things can come later.”-“Just as I have to accept certain things about the world…the world has to accept certain things about me.”-“In community when one person floats up we pull others up with us.”-“I didn't want to write a book about how all of you people should change. I thought I maybe should write a book about how I can change.”-"The old concept of leadership conflated leadership with status. Real leadership is based in listening.”-“The real expertise of a leader is to listen to the concerns of their various stakeholders.”-“Sometimes the most generous act we can do is accept the fact that we can be publicly wrong.”-“To make change the first thing you have to do is measure where you are.”-“People can be more forgiving than you think if you are really sincere about making change.”-“We can't insist that we are praised.”Colin's Three Daily Foundations of Success:-Daily meditation to calm anxiety and worry-Envision the world as loving, kind, safe and equitable to determine how I can help the world get there today-Talk to my daughter

TBT im März - passend zur Umweltaktion „picobello“, auch wenn sie dieses Jahr nicht offiziell stattfinden kann. Trotzdem ist eine Müllsammelaktion nicht nur nach meinem Empfinden nötiger denn je und ich hoffe, dass sie, so wie in Biringen geplant, auch in anderen Dörfern unbürokratisch stattfinden kann. Aber nun zu dem Buch, das ich euch heute vorstellen möchte. Es heißt ALLES ÖKO! Ein Jahr im Selbstversuch und es wurde von Colin Beavan im Jahr 2009 in Amerika geschrieben. Das Buch ist also bereits ein paar Jahre alt und trotzdem finde ich es brandaktuell. Ich habe es letztes Jahr im Herbst gelesen und es hat mich nachhaltig beeinflusst. Denn umso mehr man spürt, dass unser Planet aus den Fugen gerät und wir die Folgen unseres zerstörerischen und räuberischen Verhaltens deutlich erkennen können, stellt man sich hoffentlich die Frage: Was kann ich tun und welchen Einfluss nimmt mein Handeln im Großen und Ganzen?! Diese oder ähnliche Gedanken hatte der Autor Colin Beavan 2006 bestimmt auch, als er den Grundstein für sein Buch legte. Er stellte für sich fest, dass die Probleme Erderwärmung, Vermüllung des Planeten, Artensterben usw. nicht nur von außerhalb betrachtet werden dürfen, sondern jeder ein Teil dieser Probleme ist. Und bei all seinen Erkenntnissen merkte Beavan, dass er sich bis dato tatenlos und hilflos verhielt. So stellte er sich die Frage, ob man wirklich nichts unternehmen kann oder ob man einfach nur zu faul, bequem oder ängstlich ist, es zu versuchen. So kam es dazu, dass sich Beavan, seine Frau und kleine Tochter auf einen Selbstversuch einließen. Mitten in New York hatte die Kleinfamilie ein Jahr lang so gelebt, dass sie der Umwelt keinen zusätzlichen Schaden zugefügt hatte. Sie bemühten sich, keinen Müll entstehen zu lassen, den Kohlendioxidausstoß gegen Null zu bringen, das Wasser und die Luft nicht zu verschmutzen, die Einkäufe auf regionale Lebensmittel zu reduzieren und auch den Energieverbrauch zu minimieren. Wie es dazu gekommen ist und der Weg dorthin wird am Anfang des Buches anschaulich beschrieben. Interessant dabei ist, dass der Autor über seine Weltverbesserungsvorschläge reflektiert und dabei feststellt, bisher immer nur Forderungen an andere Personen gestellt zu haben. Sein eigenes Handeln hatte er dabei wenig überdacht. So schreibt er, dass er glaubte sich besser und tugendhafter fühlen zu können, wenn er die Missetaten anderer verurteilen könne. Diesen Irrglauben und seine arrogante Art sich anderen überlegen zu fühlen, wenn er Fehler aufdecke und sie öffentlich mache, zeigt er an einigen Beispielen auf. Dies war sehr interessant zu lesen. Kurz zusammengefasst zeigt das Buch, wie die Familie innerhalb eines Jahres so weit wie nur möglich umweltneutral lebt. Dabei ist deutlich zu erkennen, dass die Veränderungen nicht von heute auf morgen stattfanden, sondern schrittweise vollzogen wurden. Dies macht das Lesen des Buches besonders interessant, man möchte erfahren, welcher Schritt als nächstes gegangen wird und ob es für einen selbst bedeutend ist. Mehr möchte ich über das Buch nicht erzählen, es ist eben kein Roman, dessen Geschichte man zusammengefasst nacherzählen kann. Aber ich hoffe trotzdem, dass ich euch neugierig gemacht habe, falls ihr das Buch noch nicht kennt. Abschließend möchte ich noch erwähnen, dass es für uns Bewohner auf dem Gau ein absoluter Gewinn ist, dass wir ortsnah mehrere Einkaufsmöglichkeiten haben, die regionale Produkte anbieten und Nachhaltigkeit groß schreiben. Egal, ob ich da an die Bioland Eier vom Hofgut Eichen im Ort denke, den Pehlinger Hof oder den Marienhof aus Gerlfangen, den Biomarkt in Merzig oder den Unverpacktladen in Saarlouis. Lasst es euch gut gehen und denkt daran: Lesen fetzt!

Colin Beavan aka No Impact Man, is a writer, speaker, consultant, coach and activist, who continuously works to help people all over the world, work and live with balance, purpose, and impact. During this episode, we discuss the pursuit of happiness and the importance of addressing social change with a balanced and mindful approach. @mykindofpeoplepodcast @colinbeavan www.colinbeavan.com

We know that climate change is a problem, but what in the world are we supposed to do about it? That's what Laura and I talk about today in Part 2 of our conversation on climate change! Last week, Laura explained what climate change is, why we don't call it “global warming” anymore, and why it's such a controversial topic. She also informed us on why climate change is an immediate problem that needs our attention right this very minute. If you missed it, go listen to Part 1 first! If you're ready to talk about steps we can take to protect Mother Earth, then listen up! To view the full show notes, continue reading here or visit my website: http://www.heartfelthippie.com (www.heartfelthippie.com) I found this conversation with Laura to be really hopeful. That might not be something most people expect when discussing the current state of the world, but it's true! She was able to give us all some ways that we can reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in our own homes, the biggest of which is to reduce our food waste by composting. But, she also reminded us that it's not all on our shoulders - most of the worlds greenhouse gases are coming from giant corporations and industries, so it's about putting pressure on them to do better! We can do this in two main ways - vote with your dollar by supporting businesses that have productive climate action plans in place, and vote with your actual ballot for candidates who will put forth money and effort towards solving the climate crisis. I never like the podcast to be too “political,” but the truth of the matter is that some of our most pressing issues are also ones that our government is working on and that a lot of people disagree on how to solve! Once again, I want to emphasize that Laura and I don't tell anyone who (or who not) to vote for in this conversation. Instead, we give you ideas for what to look for from our world leaders and how to make your voice heard. Keep in mind that this isn't just about the US Presidential Election - this is for all kinds of elections, big and small, across the whole world! After listening, I think you'll also walk away from today's conversation feeling hopeful and inspired. You'll definitely be more educated, and I think you'll even be entertained! Laura leaves us with some great recommendations for books and podcasts to check out, and she also reminds us of two important things: all of our choices have consequences, but it's important to have grace for ourselves and others as we seek to make the world a better place. Links from the show: “Drawdown” by Paul Hawken: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31624481-drawdown (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31624481-drawdown) The Drawdown Review: https://www.drawdown.org/drawdown-review?_ga=2.56043691.1626194438.1602032287-434859727.1601490736 (https://www.drawdown.org/drawdown-review?_ga=2.56043691.1626194438.1602032287-434859727.1601490736) “No Impact Man” by Colin Beavan: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6483075-no-impact-man (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6483075-no-impact-man) Green Dreamer Podcast: https://greendreamer.com/podcast (https://greendreamer.com/podcast) Global Optimism Podcast - Outrage + Optimism: https://globaloptimism.com/podcast/ (https://globaloptimism.com/podcast/) Naked Beauty Podcast: https://www.nakedbeautypodcast.com/ (https://www.nakedbeautypodcast.com/) The Betches Sup Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-betches-sup-podcast/id1342957627 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-betches-sup-podcast/id1342957627) Glow Recipe Watermelon Sleeping Mask: https://www.sephora.com/product/watermelon-glow-sleeping-mask-P420160 (https://www.sephora.com/product/watermelon-glow-sleeping-mask-P420160) Ettitude Sheets: https://www.ettitude.com/products/bamboo-lyocell-sheet-set?variant=42578697221 (https://www.ettitude.com/products/bamboo-lyocell-sheet-set?variant=42578697221) Connect with Mackenzie: Instagram:...

For episode homepage, resources, free download and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/2020/07/28/how-to-make-a-difference-in-the-world-with-colin-beavan/   Description How many of us feel the need to make a difference in the world but have no idea how and where to start? In his book, How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World, Colin Beavan shines a light on one path and it starts with this modification: instead of wondering how we can save the world, why don’t we simply become a person who tries?    Guest Bio Colin Beavan, PhD is a life and career coach who helps people and organizations live and operate with meaning and purpose. Also a writer, thought leader and social activist, Colin is the author, most recently, of How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World. He attracted international attention for his year-long lifestyle-redesign project and the wildly popular book, No Impact Man, and the Sundance-selected documentary film that it inspired. He has appeared on Nightline, Good Morning America, The Colbert Report, The Montel Williams Show, and NPR, and his story has been featured in news outlets from Time magazine to the New York Times. A sought-after speaker by wide-ranging audiences, he also consults with individuals and organizations on living and operating in ways that marry prosperity with the promotion of peace, happiness, justice, right action and good will. The author of four books, Colin's writing has also appeared in Esquire, the Atlantic, and the New York Times. He ran for the US House of Representatives in New York’s 8th Congressional District in 2012, is the founder of the No Impact Project, a board member of Transportation Alternatives, an advisory council member of 350.org, a guest professor at Sarah Lawrence College and a senior dharma teacher in the Kwan Um School of Zen. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.    Mentioned in this Episode   Guest’s website: https://colinbeavan.com/   How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World: https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Alive-Guide-Happiness/dp/0062236717   Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/

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Colin Beavan is a Brooklyn-based writer and life coach. In the mid-2000s, he launched his “No Impact Man” experiment in which he and his wife and daughter led a carbon-zero lifestyle, in New York City, for 6 months. The project went viral, but Colin wrote books before No Impact Man (which also became a book and documentary), and has published books since, including most recently, “How to be Alive,” which explores how both science and traditional wisdom can affect our happiness. With his new work, along with No Impact Man, I got the strong sense that Colin would have a lot of insights relevant to our show (HIGB), specifically around what we want vs what we really need- and Colin delivers.

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Today, my guest is Colin Beavan, author of No Impact Man, the Adventures of a Guilty Liberal who Attempts to Save the Planet and the Discoveries He Makes About Himself and Our Way of Life in the Process. Colin has also written a book called How To Be Alive. Now, I found Colins’s book used … Continue reading "Colin Beavan: A Fulfilling Life and a Better World"

Environmental activist, Colin Beavan, and his family decided to make a bold statement: they'd spend an entire year living as close to “zero impact” as possible in the heart of New York City. They'd ditch subways and taxis, food that came from further than 100 miles away, and TV. In the end, they'd gain a new perspective on life. Listen & Learn: How the average American creates 1600 lbs of trash each year How Colin and his wife and daughter went “zero impact” for a full year in NYC What it means to redefine life without all the consumerism How to truly be alive Links & Resources: Colin's Website Colin's Books on Amazon ABOUT OUR GUEST Colin Beavan is a speaker, author and expert on environmental issues, consumerism, and human quality of life. He has spoken at companies including Clif Bar, the North Face, and Ideo. He's been featured in numerous media outlets and TV programs including The Colbert Report, Good Morning America, and Nightline. Colin has a couple of books, How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness that Helps the World and No Impact Man. His documentary film, also called No Impact Man, was featured at Sundance and has been shown in theaters and on TV around the world. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Why is Fruit Sugar Bad Got Questions? Send me a voicemail here: Ask Lucas a Question Or write to us: podcast@yogabody.com Like the Show? Leave us a Review on iTunes

What does it take to achieve a successful AND satisfying life? Colin Beavan is a author and activist who has appeared on the Colbert Report and created the documentary "No Impact Man." Re-examine your standard life approach and experiment with life choices that are true to your purpose, values and passions. Find Colin at colinbeavan.com

In his famous book and documentary film project, "No Impact Man," Colin Beavan, a senior Dharma teacher in the Zen tradition, chronicled a year of his life as he tried to have minimal impact on the environment while living in the bustling metropolis of New York City. He followed it up with a book called, "How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness that Helps the World," a sort of twist on the self-help genre that he calls "each other help."

Author & "No Impact Man" Colin Beavan reveals how to live an impactful life, why cars suck & how becoming the "Patriarch of the Eco-Manson's" (per Stephen Colbert) gave him a powerful platform for service. For over a decade, Colin has been focused on the nature of impact. First, through his "No Impact Man" project where he actively demonstrated how to stop harming the planet by becoming more conscious of our consumption choices. Second, on how to delve more deeply into our individual "calling", enabling us to powerfully impact others by authentically living our unique gifts. In this Ownstream Podcast interview, Colin educates, informs & inspires us to know why, now more than ever, our gift is urgently needed - for the sake of ourselves & the broader collective of humanity. Learn "How To Be Alive" in this interview with Colin Beavan. The post OS4: Colin Beavan – Impact, Finding Your Calling & “How To Be Alive” appeared first on Ownstream.

An Interview with Colin Beavan

Today's guest Colin Beavan appeared on The Colbert Report, The Today Show, and many other talk shows when he first started on a quest to live a good life while limiting the amount of Earth's resources he and his family used, a year-long journey documented in his No Impact Man blog, book, and later documentary. If you've ever felt unsure of how to approach finding happiness, if you've ever worried about the condition of the world we are leaving for our children, if you - like me - are unclear on the definition of the word agency and how it relates to your life, you are going to love today's's episode. Colin has a new book out, How to Be Alive, a guide to finding happiness while advocating for our world, our communities, and our families. My favorite section – dog-eared and with my written notes all over the place – is called Who to Parent, and we have a great conversation in today's episode about what those words really mean. We also talk about how Colin and his family do not have chickens; I learn the definition of the word "agency;" and Colin helps you figure out how to surmount the challenges you may be facing in your life as a parent. Click here or go to weturnedoutokay.com/078 to listen and for key links in this episode!

    This week we talk to Colin Beavan about being happy AND changing the world Colin Beavan’s writing, speaking, consulting and activism have encouraged tens of thousands of people to examine their lives to discover what’s really important to them. He is among the world’s best-known spokespeople on environmental issues, consumerism and human quality of life. He was called “one of the ten most influential men” by MSN, an “eco-illuminator” by Elle Magazine, a “best green ambassador” by Treehugger.com, and his blog was selected as one of the top 15 environmental blogs by Time Magazine. Colin has appeared on The Colbert Report, Good Morning America, Nightline and countless other TV and radio shows. Colin’s latest book is How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness that Helps the World In This Interview, Colin Beavan and I Discuss: The One You Feed parable The illusion that we are separate from this world How to give energy to what is true for you How to give less energy to what is not true for you His experience as "No Impact Man." The martyr, victim, scoundrel, and hero The four psychological needs we need to satisfy to be happy Intrinsic vs Extrinsic goals The stories we tell ourselves about the world and our lives Analogical Thinking The ukelele approach   For more show notes visit our website

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Colin Beavan attracted international attention for his year-long lifestyle redesign project and popular book and documentary film, No Impact Man. He has appeared on Nightline, Good Morning America, The Colbert Report, The Montel Williams Show, and NPR, and his story has been featured in news outlets from Time magazine to The New York Times. A sought after speaker by wide-ranging audiences, he also consults with businesses on improving eco-friendly and human-centered practices. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. And his new book is called How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World.

This episode features Colin Beavan on how to help people wake the heck up to their personal power (and what happens when we do), how the "monk and the merchant" paradox applies to you, and how to participate in an eco-Sabbath – No Impact Project style. The post How to Be Alive and Embrace Your Personal Power with Colin Beavan – SASM 090 appeared first on JoelZaslofsky.com.

Colin Beavan burst into the public consciousness in a huge way with a documentary and international bestselling book called No Impact Man that documented his yearlong experiment to live in the middle of New York City with his family creating zero environmental impact.That experience opened his eyes to the power daily choices can have not only his own life, but the world around him. But, it also did something else. It triggered a deeper interest in exploring many of the big questions in life, the heart of which is not just how to be a good steward of the planet, but how to live a good life along the way.Consumed by the question he spent years diving into research, interviewing people and began to realize that our ability to live good lives is intimately tied to the way we relate to and serve those around us, and the planet that sustains us. It's about moving away from materialism and toward competence, and so much more. Diverging from convention, he shares much of what he's discovered in a wonderful new book, How to Be Alive.We sat down with Colin to record a deeply-personal and passionate conversation, geeking out on stories, eye-opening studies on rarely spoken about human needs and so much more, all in the name of pulling back the curtain on what really matters as we navigate our time on the planet.

New Slow City: Living Simply in the World's Fastest City (New World Library)Burned-out after years of doing development work around the world, William Powers spent a season in a 12-foot-by-12-foot cabin off the grid in North Carolina, as recounted in his award-winning memoir Twelve by Twelve. Could he live a similarly minimalist life in the heart of New York City? To find out, Powers and his wife jettisoned 80 percent of their stuff, left their 2,000-square-foot Queens townhouse, and moved into a 350-square-foot "micro-apartment" in Greenwich Village. Downshifting to a two-day workweek, Powers explores the viability of Slow Food and Slow Money, technology fasts and urban sanctuaries. Discovering a colorful cast of New Yorkers attempting to resist the culture of Total Work, Powers offers an inspiring exploration for anyone trying to make urban life more people- and planet-friendly.Today's event is being co-sponsored by Slow Food LA, CRSP Institute for Urban Ecovillages at Los Angeles Eco-Village, Slow Food USA, and World Policy Institute.Praise for New Slow City"All of us sense that we could live better, kinder lives. But Bill Powers has the courage to try to change and then -- ever so artfully, without the slightest wag of a finger -- to show us how."-- Colin Beavan, author of No Impact Man "The reenchantment of urban life -- so compromised by the accelerated techno-industrial culture -- takes work, and William Powers saves us a lot of time on the learning curve. Hats off, especially to his courage."-- Douglas Tompkins, founder of the North Face clothing company and the Foundation for Deep Ecology "In the City That Never Sleeps, in a place whose very definition of success is 'bigger, better, faster, ' Powers attempts to lead a more deliberate life, to paraphrase Thoreau....Will his time spent off the grid in rural North Carolina prepare him for downsizing to a 340-square-foot micro apartment in the heart of Manhattan? With his new bride? Who soon becomes pregnant? Analyzing what it means to 'want what we want, ' Powers turns his ecologically contemplative gaze both inward and outward, to matters both personal and global, to reconnect with those increasingly rare pockets of peace, tranquility, and mindfulness that will allow him to appreciate life at a slower pace and from a simpler vantage point. One need not live in a city to savor Powers' languid, albeit unconventional, advocacy for an unhurried pace."-- Booklist "Is it possible to live an earth-friendly and spiritually fulfilling life in the middle of the bustle of a big city? William Powers and his wife are the perfect people to find out. I found that the tales of the remarkable people they meet, the challenges they confront, and the beauty and joy they discover nourished a part of my soul that rarely gets fed. Never preachy, always entertaining, and often wise, this is a splendid book for anyone wanting to bring more heart and joy to urban living."-- John Robbins, author of Diet for a New America "New Slow City tells an inspiring story. At the outset, Powers's goal -- to live slowly and mindfully in frantic Manhattan -- seems quixotic in the extreme. But one should never underestimate a determined idealist. This delightfully provocative book will speak to anyone trying to build a balanced life in our crazy world. I first came to know Powers's work because we coincidentally share the same name. Now I read him to question my own assumptions and reimagine how to live."-- William Powers, New York Times-best-selling author of Hamlet's BlackBerry"An inspirational quest to slow down, simplify, and find serenity in a supercharged city. William Powers discovers the joy in less stuff, less work, and less speed!"-- Francine Jay, author of The Joy of Less, A Minimalist Living Guide"Powers's message, honed through his experiences living in poor countries like Bolivia, shows that we can live simply, sustainably, and happily. And I know it's real because I stayed with him in his tiny place. But Powers also slows down -- at least as important as scaling down -- and learns to savor the little daily miracles of life. This message may be just what you need to change your own life for the better. Don't miss it!"-- John de Graaf, coauthor of the New York Times bestsellerAffluenza and What's the Economy For, Anyway? and executive director of Take Back Your Time "Powers places the difficult decisions we face on a daily basis into an equation that should provide us all with an optimistic glimpse of how to slow our lives down. Read New Slow City and watch as its insights pepper your daily decisions while you navigate the folly of the fast life."-- Richard McCarthy, executive director of Slow Food USA William Powers has worked for two decades in development aid and conservation in Latin America, Africa, and North America. From 2002 to 2004 he managed the community components of a project in the Bolivian Amazon that won a 2003 prize for environmental innovation from Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. His essays and commentaries on global issues have appeared in the New York Times and the International Herald Tribune and on NPR’s Fresh Air. Powers has worked at the World Bank and holds international relations degrees from Brown and Georgetown. A third-generation New Yorker, Powers has also spent two decades exploring the American culture of speed and its alternatives in some fifty countries around the world. He has covered the subject in his four books and written about it in the Washington Post and the Atlantic. Powers is a senior fellow at the World Policy Institute and an adjunct faculty member at New York University. His website is www.williampowersbooks.com.

Dr. Colin Beavan is among the world’s foremost spokespeople on environmental issues and consumerism. He was called the Best Green Ambassador by TreeHugger and his blog was selected as one of the top 15 green blogs by Time magazine. He has spoken and consulted with brands such as eBay and Cliff Bars and has traveled the world speaking to audiences from California to the Czech Republic. When his film No Impact Man hit the environmental documentary scene it changed the landscape forever.

In November 2006 Colin Beavan launched a yearlong project in which he and his family went off the grid and attempted to live in the middle of New York City with as little environmental impact as possible. This experiment was documented in a film and book, No Impact Man, which became international hits. His work now is focused on helping individuals to build lives of meaning and purpose. Join us for this interview in which he provides a vision for contemplative and mindful activism we all need in this day and age.

Can youth mentoring have an impact on the environment? Colin Beavan (of No Impact Man fame) looks at the role mentoring could play in environmental awareness.

In this 2011 podcast, Professor David Atwood discusses the process of developing a new program: Environmental and Sustainable Studies. Atwood talks about the definition of 'sustainable,' the UK Common Reading Experience: No Impact Man by Colin Beavan, and the wide variety of disciplines that will contribute to the program of study. This podcast was produced by Cheyenne Hohman.

Adventures in eco-conversion — ways to reduce your environmental impact; guest Colin Beavan of the No Impact Project.

Adventures in eco-conversion — ways to reduce your environmental impact; guest Colin Beavan of the No Impact Project.

Patrick Groneman sits down with Author and environmental activist Colin Beavan, also know as "No Impact Man" to discuss meditation, activism and personal empowerment in the face of a global climate crisis.

Edition #312 Ancient sunlight vs fresh sunlight Act 1: The true cost of fossil fuels - Thom Hartmann Act 2: Inhofe headed to Copenhagen - Ring of Fire Act 3: Colin Beavan is No Impact Man - Colbert Report Act 4: Rob Dunbar on ocean temps - Found Object Films Act 5: Giant greenhouse blamed for climate change - The Onion Act 6: Climate deniers - Ring of Fire Act 7: Oil industry employees rally - Rachel Maddow Act 8: News of the warm - Le Show Act 9: Shia Agassi on fresh sun power - Found Object Films Act 10: Steven Levitt on economics of geo-engineering - Daily Show Act 11: The arguement for switching to natural gas - Ring of Fire Act 12: News of the warm - Le Show Bonus iPhone/iPod Touch App Content: Dems shooting themselves in the foot on carbon legislation Music: Catalog and Classify - Mark Robinson Knock yourself out - Jon Brion This is the day - The The Kyoko's House - Philip Glass Solsbury hill - Peter Gabriel One million miles - J Ralph M79 - Vampire Weekend What I'm looking for - Brendan Benson Close your eyes - Young Love Hey ya - Obadiah Parker Keepsake - State Radio Produced by: Jay! Thanks for listening! Check out the Best of the Left iPhone/iPod Touch App in the App Store! Visit us at www.BestOfTheLeft.com Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Vote for us and leave comments at www.PodcastAlley.com or Review the show on iTunes.

Guest Colin Beavan speaks with Diane Horn about the No Impact Project and his book "No Impact Man: The Adventures of a Guilty Liberal Who Attempts to Save the Planet and the Discoveries He Makes About Himself and Our Way of Life in the Process."

Colin Beavan, better known as No Impact Man, talks about the year he spent forsaking creature comforts to save the environment. Plus: Using video to take down illegal gun sellers, and how the city's decision to make it's data public will change your life.