by Gene Crawford | Apr 17, 2023 | Podcast
Join us as we dive deep into the world of self-care, positive psychology, and the effects of psychedelics on the mind and body. We explore the journey of self-care and the pursuit of a meaningful life, focusing on helping our families and understanding our character strengths. We discuss the science behind psychedelics like psilocybin, their ability to help us “think outside the box”, and the growing interest in mushroom-based supplements for mental and physical well-being. 🧠
We also delve into the default mode network and its influence on our thoughts and reactions as we age, as well as the potential benefits and experiences of psilocybin-assisted therapy. Join us as we share our personal experiences with self-experimentation and self-discovery through psychedelics. 🎧
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by Gene Crawford | Apr 9, 2023 | Podcast
In this episode, we dig into the book “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less” by Greg McKeown, exploring its principles and how they can help individuals struggling with burnout or feeling overwhelmed.
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by Gene Crawford | Apr 2, 2023 | Podcast
In this episode, Gene goes on a solo debrief and talks about some thoughts that have been on his mind. He discusses the reasons why people of like mind tend to use the word “extreme” and talks about his personal experience with personal training adventures. He also reflects on the negative comments people leave on videos of individuals engaging in extreme physical activities, and how these comments reflect where we are as a society. He shares his belief that physical, mental, and spiritual growth should not be separated, and how he finds it important to push his personal limits to raise his own personal standards. Gene also talks about the importance of service and how it ties into your personal growth.
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by Gene Crawford | Mar 24, 2023 | Podcast
Aaron finally showed up for a show! We’re going to talk about 10-ish ways people can improve themselves and achieve personal growth, such as managing expectations, starting small, practicing gratitude, being kind to oneself, avoiding over-analysis, valuing personal opinions over others’, and setting realistic expectations. By recognizing these issues and working to develop healthier habits, individuals can achieve greater personal growth. You may be your own worst enemy, with habits such as over-analyzing, taking things for granted, and valuing others’ opinions over their own.
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by Gene Crawford | Mar 20, 2023 | Podcast
Fiona joins me a discussion on “The Four Agreements” a book that offers practical guidance for personal freedom and self-mastery through four key principles rooted in ancient Toltec wisdom. The principles include being impeccable with our word, not taking anything personally, not making assumptions, and always doing our best. Following these principles can lead to more fulfilling and harmonious relationships with ourselves and others. The book emphasizes the power of our words, self-awareness, non-judgment, and acceptance.
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