The Mindful FIRE Podcast 102 : Sabbatical Series #4 : Reflecting On My 3 Months Off Work : Adam Interviewed by David Moltz
In this episode: Final month of my sabbatical, reflecting on Rest, Play, Connect, Mindfulness, Personal Finance with David Moltz
In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, Adam Coelho discusses his recent sabbatical and the lessons he learned about rest, play, and connect. He also talks about the power of envisioning and how it helped him achieve his goals during the sabbatical. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on social media consumption and returning to work with a fresh perspective.
Key Takeaways
- Having a simple intention, such as rest, play, and connect, can be helpful in guiding activities during a sabbatical.
- It's important to regularly practice meditation and mindfulness to improve mood and interactions with others.
- The primary reason for doing a podcast can be to connect with others.
- Personal finance during a sabbatical can be similar to personal finance while working full-time, but it's important to be mindful of spending habits.
- Hiring an editor can help with the cumbersome task of podcast editing and post-production.
- Having a gratitude practice, such as writing down three things to be grateful for each day, can improve mood and overall well-being.
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