Interconnected

In today’s episode I talk about: Loving the aggressive nature of contact sports (football, lacrosse, hockey) but feeling totally out of place in locker room. Feeling different, isolated, misunderstood, even “broken.” Wishing I could just be reading a book or discussing the meaning of life… instead of experimenting with drugs or talking about messing around with girls. The deeply disturbing impact...

In this episode we talk about: Realizing that not everyone has a panic attack in their car before driving to work. How complaining & unhappiness is normalized - “that’s life, just suck it up!” Her “normal” of anxiety, depression, and sickness. Giving up the financial stability and cushion of office jobs because, “I would rather go forward into the dark unknown.” The first steps to take for overcom...

In this episode I talk about: Labels are stuck alllll the fuck over you… and you’re identifying with them. How to rip those lil bastards off. How this will bring more happiness and clarity to yo’ life. Journal prompts (scroll to the bottom) Why the World Needs You Facebook group Ben’s Instagram   - Intro/outro music: Jeff II - Wait For Me https://youtu.be/YuBBSQI2XDQ   - Intro/outro music: Jeff II...

In this episode we talk about: Understanding the difference between who you are and the labels that have been placed on you (and that you've accepted over time.) The transformative experience of being called an “athlete” after a life-long label of not being one. The power of knowing the source of your labels and letting go of resentment. Having the courage to let people fall out of your life... to...

In this episode I talk about: You aren't in control of your life (at least not in the way that you think.) Why we as humans end up feeling: Stuck, overwhelmed, frustrated, unhappy, unfulfilled, resentful, hopeless, etc. Why this is so important if you want to live a deeply fulfilling, meaningful, regretless life. How to re-gain control! Why the World Needs You Facebook group IG: @whytheworldneedsy...

In this episode we talk about: Experiencing extreme anxiety, depression, and physical health issues after a break-up. Realizing that the root of this was due to not being who she actually was (going all the way back to being bullied as a kid) and taking responsibility for "creating" her reality. Giving yourself the space to feel before the universe makes you feel it all at once. Having deep spirit...

In this episode I talk about: Going to church every Sunday as a kid (even that time I was suuuper hungover.) Almost getting a cross tattoo. B eing questioned on my religious beliefs on a sushi date. Why I felt really confident in my reasoning of being an atheist. Dating (and marrying) a "woo-woo" woman. Health issues and their impact on my spiritual beliefs.   Why the World Needs You Facebook grou...

In this episode we talk about: Being raised Buddhist in the Western world. Wanting to be Buzz Lightyear when he grew up (and my dashed dreams of being a football player.) Why being a doctor shouldn’t be your go-to career choice if you want to help people. Finding a knack as a therapist… but quickly burning out. Hitting the wall hard working in rehab administration and why this was a blessing. Fall...

In this episode, I talk about: Our collective obsession with competition. Why this doesn't serve us to "win" long term. Collaboration is "win-win," so why isn't that the easy choice over competition? Why the corona virus situation gives us the perfect opportunity to make this shift.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes...

In this episode we talk about: Going from sensitive soulful child to jock and rowdy party boy. What it’s like being a sensitive, empathetic, intuitive male. Losing a job, health, friends while simultaneously finding a partner who opened up an entire new reality. Letting go of ego and surrendering to what was trying to come through. The incredibly rewarding and work-filled path of living your life...

In this episode, I talk about: Realizing that the job I went to school for was far from what I wanted my life to be. Leaving my safe, high-ceiling career. Starting my own business. Crazy health issues and their impact on my journey. How all of this led to where I am today. - Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whytheworldneedsyoucommunity/   Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/wh...

In this episode, I share the earlier parts of my journey: growing up, family life, school, and the transition into adulthood - in all it's bumpy glory! - Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whytheworldneedsyoucommunity/   Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/whytheworldneedsyou/ - Intro/outro music: Jeff II - Wait For Me https://youtu.be/YuBBSQI2XDQ This is a public episode. If yo...

In this episode, I share the deets on why I started the podcast!   Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whytheworldneedsyoucommunity/   Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/whytheworldneedsyou/   - Intro/outro music: Jeff II - Wait For Me Link to the song: https://youtu.be/YuBBSQI2XDQ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access t...