The Plant Yourself Podcast

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.Today I talk about one element of my gardening practice and philosophy: working with, rather than against nature.This includes growing perennials, mulching with wood chips, and refraining from unnecessary tilling.Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.Those of us in one kind or another of "limbo" - life, career, relationship - are all facing the same question: what do we do with our time and energy right now to support our future?When the future is so uncertain, our old "default" answers can feel insufficient.Today I talk about my own "investment philosophy" with regard to time and energy.Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.Some of us have had more time for self-care over the past few weeks than we even know what to do with. And we're loving it.How can we take advantage of this time to make ourselves, our families, our communities, and our societies healthier and more compassionate?Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.How we got home from South Africa. (Not particularly interesting; just an update for folks who've been listening for the past two weeks and were wondering what happened to us.)Returning tomorrow with a clear and rested head, for all new daily episodes.Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.We may be going home tomorrow. There are dozens of unknowns, and we have little to no control over any of them.I'll stay in touch as I can!Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.In tough times, you might expect people to hunker down and hoard what's theirs.We see some of that these days, for sure.But we also see incredible displays of generosity. I personally am benefiting from the generosity of my listeners as I broadcast from lockdown in South Africa.Today I talk about how generosity benefits us as givers and receivers.Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.People are comparing their experience of lockdown as an endless repetition of Goundhog Day, the 1993 Bill Murray movie about a man trapped in the same day over and over again.What I recall about that movie was, once Bill Murray's character makes peace with his situation, he uses it to better himself.Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.In a world full of conspiracy theories, how can we know what to believe?We can't.But we can choose to adopt worldviews based on whether they empower us to help ourselves, others, and the world.Click to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.In these challenging times, we may think we have a lot of decisions to make. And we can agonize over those decisions and feel tremendous regret if they don't work out the way we hoped they would.But it's almost impossible to make rational decisions when the future is so unpredictable. Past experience doesn't provide a road map anymore.Instead of applying more data-power and algorithmic thinking, I'm finding that developing a calm presence allows me to tap into body wisdom.And also that most decisions ultimately end up being made for me, not by me.How are you dealing with decision-making these days?Guided Relaxation Exercises for the Homebound and Stressed Out – pay what you canTip Jar: PlantYourself.com/giftClick to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show

Thoughts on the episode? Let us know.I'm very very constrained these days. Locked down in a foreign country with luggage for a 3-week vacation, with no light at the end of the tunnel.Crappy internet, little social contact outside my family, and beautiful hikes all around that I can't go on.And those same constraints also are providing opportunities for me to shake up my routines, innovate, and come out of this with a better, more integrated life.How can you benefit from the constraints that are currently imposed on you?Tip jar: http://plantyourself.com/giftGuided Relaxation Exercises for the Homebound and Stressed Out – pay what you canClick to subscribe to the Mindset Mastery Memo.Support the show