The One You Feed The Balance of Adventure and Spiritual Growth with Douglas Westerbeke
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Oct 18, 2024 
Douglas Westerbeke, author of "A Short Walk Through a Wide World," shares insights on balancing adventure with spiritual growth. He discusses how resilience is key during life transitions and the importance of libraries in fostering personal development. Douglas also delves into the power of storytelling as a tool for inspiration and navigating change. He highlights enlightening experiences from travel and creativity, emphasizing the profound effects of embracing our inner struggles for personal fulfillment.
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The Shadow Self
- Embrace your shadow self, your darkest side, to propel yourself forward.
- It can enhance focus and determination, enabling you to achieve great things.
Repressed Anger
- Eric Zimmer and Matthew Quick discussed the challenge of suppressing anger for men raised in liberal eras.
- This repression can have personal costs, as exemplified by Eric Zimmer's angry driver moments.
Managing Emotions
- Acknowledge emotions like anger without indulging in destructive behaviors they may trigger.
- Separate the feeling from the action to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.
