The book is divided into two parts. The first part recounts Frankl's harrowing experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps, including Auschwitz, between 1942 and 1945. He describes the inhumane conditions and the psychological and emotional struggles of the prisoners. The second part introduces Frankl's theory of logotherapy, which posits that the primary human drive is the search for meaning, rather than pleasure. Frankl argues that meaning can be found through three main avenues: work (doing something significant), love (caring for another), and suffering (finding meaning in one's own suffering). The book emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life, even in the most adverse conditions, as a key factor in survival and personal growth.
In this book, Carol S. Dweck introduces the concept of two mindsets: the fixed mindset and the growth mindset. People with a fixed mindset believe their abilities are static, while those with a growth mindset believe their abilities can be developed through effort and learning. Dweck shows how these mindsets influence success in school, work, sports, and personal relationships. She also discusses how to adopt a deeper, truer growth mindset, and how this can transform individual and organizational cultures. The book emphasizes the importance of perseverance, learning from failures, and embracing challenges as key components of the growth mindset[1][2][5].
In 'The Untethered Soul', Michael A. Singer explores the nature of the self and how to achieve spiritual growth by recognizing and releasing the inner blockages that prevent us from experiencing true happiness. The book emphasizes the importance of accepting reality as it is, rather than trying to control or resist it. Singer provides practical advice on how to manage negative thoughts, cultivate a positive mindset, and live in harmony with the natural flow of life.
A Mindful Year offers 365 daily meditations to help readers cultivate mindfulness, reduce stress, and manage anxiety. The book combines uplifting quotes with reflections and practical advice to foster a more grounded and compassionate life. It is designed to reconnect readers with core values such as authenticity, compassion, and gratitude.
In 'The Power of Now', Eckhart Tolle discusses the importance of living in the present moment to achieve spiritual enlightenment. The book draws from various spiritual traditions, including Buddhism and mysticism, to explain how people's emotional problems are rooted in their identification with their minds. Tolle argues that the present moment is the only truly real time and that past and future are mere mental constructs. He provides methods for relaxation and meditation to help readers anchor themselves in the present, such as avoiding multitasking, spending time in nature, and letting go of worries about the future. The book also introduces concepts like the 'pain-body' and the distinction between one's thoughts and true self, emphasizing the need to recognize and separate from the destructive influence of the mind[2][4][5].
In 'Awareness', Anthony de Mello combines Christian spirituality, Buddhist parables, Hindu breathing exercises, and psychological insight to challenge readers to wake up from the go-go-go world of illusion. The book, composed of short chapters and lectures, encourages readers to become aware of their thoughts, actions, and motivations. De Mello argues that true happiness and freedom come from dropping illusions and living in the present, free from the constructs of culture, conditioning, and fear. He emphasizes the need to observe oneself, understand negative feelings, and practice detachment to achieve a more authentic and fulfilling life[1][3][5].
Today’s conversation is with Dr Aria.
Dr. Aria, is a high performance psychologist and an expert in the fields of behaviour change and long-term health (dr-aria.com). A mindfulness specialist and creator of the F.I.T. Method, he works internationally across the areas of mindset, exercise, and nutrition. His clients include high profile creative artists, sportspeople, entrepreneurs and corporate executives.
He is co-author of the best-selling book A Mindful Year (Blackstone Publishing), and is regularly featured in mainstream press such as The Times, The Telegraph, Men’s Health, Women’s Health and Marie Claire.
Expect to learn about readying yourself and your mind for the inevitable challenges and storms you will face, how to be more attuned to yourself and self aware, how Aria made changes in his life to live more to his values and become at peace with his path.
Selfishly, we recorded this episode in a hectic period of my life when I was getting all the episodes recorded and scheduled up to episode 200 ahead of a holiday and busy period in my day job. Aria was able to share some incredible insights on how busy, aspirational people like you and I can do to manage these periods and beyond.
It was a privilege to host Dr Aria in the studio in Glasgow and I hope you all enjoy listening and learning from this conversation as much as I enjoyed having it.
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