Perennial Wisdom

In this episode, my guest is Shane Trotter the author of the new book Setting the Bar: Preparing our Kids to Thrive in an Era of Distraction, Dependency, and Entitlement. Shane is a writer, educator, and a Strength and Conditioning Coordinator with a passion for youth development. He has a free weekly newsletter called Stuff They Never Told You that I encourage you to check out at inspiredhumandevelopment.com.   In the conversation, Shane and I discuss: Discerning our path in life  The importance of setting standards How to cultivate character The obstacles to realizing our standards  The wisdom of reading and much more Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchwisdompod Instagram: instagram.com/searchwisdompod Sign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Nate Anderson the author of the new book In Emergency, Break Glass: What Nietzsche Can Teach Us About Joyful Living in a Tech-Saturated World. Nate is the deputy editor at Ars Technica and writes about technology law and policy.  In the conversation, Nate and I discuss:  Why Nietzsche is an important figure today  How Nietzsche can help us move forward in the information age What we can learn about finding meaning The wisdom of walking  How to love life in spite of everything  Wisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Nate Anderson: twitter.com/NateXAnderson Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchwisdompod Instagram: instagram.com/searchwisdompod Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Kevin Vost the author of more than twenty books. Today we discuss the Porch and the Cross and his new book Memorize the Stoics. Kevin is a clinical psychologist, professor, and speaker. His work covers a wide array of topics from ancient philosophy, theology, and even strength training.     In the conversation, Kevin and I discuss:  Searching for wisdom  The Stoic view of God Philosophy and forgiveness Navigating negative emotions How to memorize ancient lessons  Wisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Dr. Kevin Vost: drvost.com/#home Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchwisdompod Instagram: instagram.com/searchwisdompod Sign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Simon Drew the author of The Poet & The Sage and host of The Walled Garden podcast. Simon is a poet, musician, philosopher, and friend. He’s a repeat guest on the show, I always enjoy connecting with Simon and this conversation was no exception. Today’s episode focuses on the wisdom of parables. A parable is generally defined as a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson. In the conversation, Simon and I discuss: Forgiveness and love How to observe the past without a sense of regret The role views and beliefs play in shaping our world How to navigate the inner critic Searching for wisdom and much more Connect with Simon Drew: thewalledgarden.com/simon-j-e-drew Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchwisdompod Instagram: instagram.com/searchwisdompod Sign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is David Robson the author of the new book The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World. David is an award-winning science writer specializing in the extremes of the human brain, body, and behavior. David explores cutting-edge research that reveals the many profound ways that our expectations shape our experience. He brings together fascinating case studies and evidence-based science to uncover new techniques that we can all use to improve our fitness, productivity, health, and happiness. In the conversation, David and I discuss: What the expectation effect is and why it matters The role our views and beliefs play in shaping our world The difference between the expectation effect and positive thinking The power of expectations for leaders and educators The wisdom of being kind to yourself and much more Connect with David Robson: davidrobson.me/ Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Ron Siegel, the author of the new book The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary. Dr. Siegel is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, where he has taught for over three decades. He is a longtime student of mindfulness meditation and is a faculty and board member at the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy. In the conversation, Ron and I discuss:  The good news of being ordinary Why we compare ourselves with others How to think about self-esteem The role of mindfulness and self-acceptance How to navigate disappointments Wisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Dr. Ron Siegel: drronsiegel.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Kelly Flanagan (a returning guest on the show) and the author of True Companions, Loveable, and a forthcoming novel titled The Unhiding of Elijah Campbell. Kelly is a clinical psychologist by day, a writer by night, a consultant and speaker in my free time, and an ordinary human, husband, father, and friend in the midst of it all. You can learn more about Kelly’s work in the world at drkellyflanagan.com.  In the conversation, Kelly and I discuss: The importance of loving yourself The role of self-acceptance Letting go of control Both/And thinking Love and courage Nietzsche’s concept of Amor Fati and much more Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Andrew Lynn, the author of Classic Spirituality for the Modern Man. Andrew is a lawyer, writer, and author of the ‘Classics for the Modern Man series. His mission as a writer is to draw upon classic texts and traditional wisdom to help us answer some of the most profound questions we face. The Classics for the Modern Man series include Classic Philosophy, Classic Political Philosophy, and Classic Ethics.   In the conversation, Andrew and I discuss: Finding harmony in the Tao Te Ching Blaise Pascal and the role of faith Schopenhauer and the vanity of existence Nietzsche’s meaning behind the phrase “God is Dead.” Spiritual Wisdom in daily life and much more Connect with Andrew Lynn:  andrewlynn.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).  Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is John Sellars, the author of the new book The Pocket Epicurean. Professor Sellars is a Reader in Philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, a Visiting Research Fellow at King's College London. He is also the author of Lessons in Stoicism, The Art of Living, and many others. In the conversation, John and I discuss:Finding TranquilityThe Wisdom of NatureWhat we actually need to live a good lifeHow the Stoics and Epicureans viewed the role of virtueHow to think about emotionsWisdom in daily life and much moreConnect with John Sellars:  johnsellars.org.uk/Follow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom).Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, my guest is Owen Flanagan, the author of the new book How to Do Things with Emotions. Owen is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of Philosophy and professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke University. Owen is also the author of The Geography of Morals, The Problem of the Soul, and others.   In the conversation, Owen and I discuss:Philosophy and emotionsThe study of anger across culturesHow to let go of deeply held emotionsMaking sense of shameWisdom in daily life and much moreConnect with Owen Flanagan: scholars.duke.edu/person/ojfFollow In Search of Wisdom:Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelTwitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdomInstagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcastSign-up for The PATH, our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe