547 Leigh Martinuzzi – Walking Alone

Walking Alone

“It’s better to walk alone than with a crowd going in the wrong direction.” Diane Grant

 

In this episode I delivery my thoughts about the benefits of spending time alone. As I revisit this experience of a hike I did in a beautiful part of Australia I remind myself of the wonderful benefits that happen in taking some time out.  (more…)

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546 Loretta Breuning – The Paths Towards Happiness

Loretta Breuning – The Paths Towards Happiness

Loretta Breuning is the author of Habits of a Happy Brain and The Science of Positivity. I have interviewed Loretta twice in the past to discuss her books and field of research – the study of the mammalian brain, in particular, the brains happy chemicals (serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, & endorphin) and how they work. (more…)

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545 The Intelligent Heart: A Guide to the Compassionate Life

The Intelligent Heart: A Guide to the Compassionate Life by Dzigar Kongtrul and Joseph Waxman

There are few books I read as passionately as I did this one. It had me coming back enthusiastically to learn more. When I put it down, I couldn’t stop thinking about the learnings. With curiosity, I found myself in constant reflection on how the lessons applied to my life. If I could take these methods of mind training on board in practice, I wonder how much I could transform my life. As I read that last page I knew it would be a book I’d love to read again.

In this book, Dzigar Kongtrul shares practical insight into what he believes is the most profound teaching in traditional Tibetan Buddhism, tonglen. It is a Tibetan word that can be translated as “giving and taking” and is a meditation practice found in Tibetan Buddhism. In this book, Dzigar Kongtrul focuses on sharing lojong which is the practice of training the mind to be better able to practice Dharma. (more…)

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543 Leigh Martinuzzi – Change

Change

“No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it’s not the same river and he’s not the same man.” Heraclitus

He is a reading of an article I wrote about change and impermanence. At the time I was once again experiencing some significant change in my life I was left with all these feelings – feelings of excitement, feelings or anxiety. Nothing is permanent, I know this but it didn’t stop how I felt. (more…)

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542: Paul Dolan – Happiness by Design: Finding Pleasure & Purpose in Everyday Life

Summary

In this episode, I chat with Paul about his book Happiness by Design: Finding Pleasure and Purpose in Everyday Life. Using the latest cutting-edge research, Professor Paul Dolan reveals that wellbeing isn’t about how we think – it’s about what we do. By making deliberate choices that bring us both pleasure and meaning, we can redesign our lives for maximum happiness – without thinking too hard about it.

Paul is currently Professor of Behavioural Science at the LSE and Director of Executive MSc Behavioural Science. (more…)

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541 How It Began: A History of the Modern World – Podcast Review

How It Began: A History of The Modern World with Brad Harris

Brad Harris is the brains behind this exciting new podcast series – How It Began. Earning his PhD in history of science and technology at Stanford University, Harris with his unique and professional style wishes to educate and entertain others to the fascinating inventions and discoveries that have helped shape the modern world.

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540 The Hidden Why Podcast Presents Marianne Cantwell – Uncertainty

Today’s featured guest is Marianne Cantwell

The topic is “Uncertainty.”

Let the show begin.

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539 Leigh Martinuzzi – My Interview with Rocky on The Richer Soul Podcast

My Interview with Rocky on The Richer Soul Podcast

“Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver.” Ayn Rand

In this Solo Rant, I bring you a discussion I had with Rocky Lalvani who is the host of the Richer Soul Podcast. Rocky invited me on to talk about life beyond wealth. I am certainly not a wealth expert, however, have some thoughts on the role money plays in our ability to live a meaningful life.

I hope you enjoy my perspectives and thoughts and I’d like to encourage you also to share your comments and views below.

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