This episode explores the importance of active `listening` and choosing to connect with others, even when faced with `discomfort`. By embracing these moments, we can foster stronger `relationships` and enhance our `communication` skills. This approach enables greater `personal growth` and helps us understand how to connect with people on a deeper level. 🚀

Michael Reddington, CFI is an expert at moving people from resistance to commitment. He is an executive resource, Certified Forensic Interviewer, President of InQuasive, Inc., and the developer of the Disciplined Listening Method.

In this enlightening conversation, Michael Reddington shares his insights on serving mankind, the influence of family on personal development, and the importance of empathy in communication. He discusses the challenges of navigating education and career choices, the lessons learned from adversity, and the journey of professional growth.

Reddington emphasizes the significance of understanding others' experiences and the role of writing in sharing knowledge. Ultimately, he highlights the commonalities that unite us as human beings and the power of connection in making the world a better place.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Helping Others

03:05 Family Influence and Upbringing

05:08 Navigating Education and Career Choices

09:14 Finding Happiness and Meaning in Work

13:27 The Journey of Self-Discovery

16:13 Empathy and Connection in Communication

19:41 Lessons from Interviewing and Interrogation

23:23 The Role of Context in Understanding Others

26:54 Writing as a Journey of Discovery

30:36 Connecting Through Shared Human Experience

34:18 Practical Approaches to Difficult Conversations

38:19 ThreadsOfEnlightenment_Outro_shortTail.mp4

Takeaways

Serving mankind can take many forms, from teaching to everyday acts of kindness.

Family upbringing plays a crucial role in shaping our values and communication skills.

Education and career paths can be influenced by external pressures and personal choices.

Adversity often provides the most valuable lessons in life.

Finding direction in life can be a process of trial and error.

Professional growth often comes from embracing opportunities and challenges.

Empathy is essential for effective communication and building relationships.

Personal growth can stem from professional experiences, especially in challenging roles.

Writing can be a powerful tool for sharing knowledge and insights with others.

Understanding others' experiences is key to fostering meaningful connections.

Sound bites

"Serving mankind can take many forms."

"Family upbringing shapes our values."

"We have more in common than we realize."

I strongly encourage everyone to follow him, BUY books, and be transformed by his insights.

Everyone has a story, and this is his story.

Below is a list of the sites that house his works.

https://michaelreddington.com/

https://x.com/mreddingtoncfi

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelreddingtoncfi/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZIuyOtgaOVZp8sQaCh6XgA

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In this powerful discussion, we explore the importance of tapping into your "inner wisdom" and embracing "self-kindness" during life's journey. The conversation emphasizes how attending to "inner compassion" is key for "personal growth", encouraging you to nurture your "self improvement" by "pursuing passions" and learning valuable "life lessons" along the way. Your journey is unique, and it's time to honor it. 🚀

Gabe is a Software engineer turned transformational coach who helps people discover what is holding them back and live their best life.

In this episode I engages in a deep conversation with Gabe Pressman about the journey of self-discovery, the importance of service, and the impact of family dynamics on emotional expression. Gabe shares his experiences with friendships, college life, loss, and personal growth, emphasizing the significance of self-love and vulnerability.

The discussion also touches on Gabe's transition into coaching and the challenges of building a business while staying authentic. Ultimately, the conversation encourages listeners to be gentle with themselves and to seek their passions beyond societal expectations.

Chapters

00:00 The Value of Time and Service

02:47 Family Dynamics and Emotional Expression

05:28 Conditioned Responses and Relationships

08:20 College Journey and Major Changes

13:51 Navigating Life After College

16:35 Friendship and Loss

19:45 Career Growth and Personal Changes

20:59 Navigating Loss and Its Impact

23:38 The Journey Through Depression

26:18 Exploring Psychedelic Healing

27:59 The Path to Self-Love

29:58 Transforming Connections and Vulnerability

33:01 Becoming a Coach and Holding Space

38:32 Embracing Vulnerability and Building a Business

40:06 ThreadsOfEnlightenment_Outro_shortTail.mp4

Takeaways

Time is a precious commodity that should be honored.

Being of service to others can bring immense joy.

Family dynamics often shape our emotional expressions and relationships.

Friendships can be influenced by a scarcity mentality.

College can be a confusing time for identity and purpose.

Loss and grief can profoundly affect our relationships.

Personal growth often requires difficult choices and sacrifices.

Mindset development is crucial for overcoming conditioned responses.

Self-love is foundational for healthy relationships with others.

Coaching allows for the opportunity to hold space for others' growth.

Sound bites

"Being of service lights me up the most."

"We are traumatized in our family."

"You need to love yourself."

I strongly encourage everyone to follow him, BUY books, and be transformed by his insights.

Everyone has a story, and this is his story.

Below is a list of the sites that house his works.

https://www.instagram.com/spirituallygroundedcoaching

Email:

gapressman@gmail.com

Phone: +1 610-331-4327

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This episode explores the profound concept of `consciousness`, describing it as an eternal and formless awareness that is our true self. We dive into the `philosophy` behind this recognition, guiding you on a path of `spiritual awakening` and `spiritual journey`. This journey offers profound `wisdom` for `self improvement` and understanding your true nature. 🚀

Cesar Cardona is a Public Speaker, Writer, Growth Mindfulness educator and CoHost of the Podcast Beauty in the Break. In this enlightening conversation, Cesar and I explore the profound themes of time, service, family dynamics, identity, trauma, self-discovery, and consciousness. Cesar shares his personal journey from a tumultuous childhood to a path of awareness and kindness, emphasizing the importance of being kind to oneself as a foundation for understanding and projecting kindness in the world.

Chapters

00:00 The Value of Time and Service

02:44 Navigating Family Dynamics

05:05 The Struggle for Identity

07:59 The Impact of Trauma on Life Choices

12:04 Awakening to Consciousness

17:29 Exploring the Upanishads

21:41 Practical Applications of Awareness

25:22 The Essence of Kindness

30:44 ThreadsOfEnlightenment_Outro_shortTail.mp4

Takeaways

Value time, you will change your life.

Helping others involves giving them space to be themselves.

Childhood experiences shape our adult identities.

Trauma can lead to a cycle of aggression and isolation.

Self-discovery is a journey that requires introspection.

Consciousness is the only constant in our changing lives.

Spiritual texts can provide profound insights into existence.

Non-dualism teaches that we are all interconnected.

Awareness of our thoughts and beliefs is crucial for growth.

Being kind to oneself opens doors to kindness in the world.

Sound bites

"I felt particularly safe."

"I couldn't bathe in that."

"Be kind to yourself."

I strongly encourage everyone to follow him, listen to his podcast and be transformed by his insights.

Everyone has a story, and this is his story.

Below is a list of the sites that house his works.

https://www.cesarcardona.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChzdqWwmh42V_BEFN1CNv6Q

https://www.facebook.com/cesarandtheclew

https://www.instagram.com/_cesarcardona/?hl=en

https://linktr.ee/beautyinthebreak

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cesarcardonaspeaker

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