[ 💭 ] The Power of Solitude in Personal Growth, w/ Mark England

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Aug 2, 2024

Mark England, co-founder and head coach of Enlifted, shares his 17 years of expertise in personal development. He highlights the transformative power of silence and solitude, emphasizing their role in fostering self-awareness. Mark discusses effective techniques like full-sentence journaling and mindful breathing to manage internal narratives. He also delves into the balance between solitary practices and social interaction, and how gratitude practices can enhance emotional engagement. His personal journey illustrates the profound impact of introspection on personal growth.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Silence and Solitude in a Noisy World

01:52 • 2min

The Power of Solitude and Gratitude

03:44 • 23min

Embracing Silence: Challenges and Growth

26:25 • 4min

Small Steps to Big Change

29:59 • 14min

Exploring In Lifted Coaching Certifications

44:18 • 2min

❤️ Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club

We’ve got a great chat with Mark England, co-founder and head coach of Enlifted, about the profound value of silence, solitude, and the power of storytelling in our minds.

We explore how these elements contribute to personal growth and well-being, delving into effective techniques such as full-sentence journaling and mindful breathing.

Mark shares his insights from his personal experiences and 17 years of professional practice, providing practical advice for managing the internal narrative and becoming more comfortable with oneself.

00:30 Introducing Mark England and Enlifted

01:55 The Importance of Silence and Solitude

02:43 Diving into Silence and Solitude

04:17 Mark's Personal Journey with Solitude

07:23 The Power of Observing Thoughts

08:41 Balancing Social Interaction and Solitude

15:28 The Practice of Journaling

19:23 Enhancing Gratitude Practices

24:52 The Struggle with Gratitude

25:38 Improving Mindset Through Storytelling

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29:18 Facing Silence and Solitude

31:06 Creating Positive Habits

32:16 Soft Talk Keywords and Their Impact

38:13 The Importance of Listening and Reflection

44:16 Final Thoughts and Enlifted Certification Information

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