In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 26 November 2023, the wonderful Suvarchala (S02E15) comes back to ask me questions about how I relate to myself.Topics mentioned in the episode:The story of who I was 10 years ago and my first identity dissolutionWhen I achieve my goals and I am not happy, what's next?The questions that drive me todayThe experiences that have defined meHow these stories changed my relationship to myself and my romantic relationshipsTalking to my inner parts, what does that look like?The influence of parts work on the rest of my lifeThe layer cake of "me" and the importance of compassionAttuning to aliveness and surrenderingHealing the wounds of my lineageThe healing modalities I have used or discoveredMy thoughts on love and romantic relationships (don't miss this!)The kind of lover I want to call in right nowBeing seen, poetry, love, compassionMy process of relating and coming to truthfulnessHealthy boundaries and consent (don't miss this either!)And a lot more...If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 25 September 2023, the amazing Bryan Kam (S03:E03) comes back to ask me questions about how I relate to myself.Topics mentioned in the episode:How I relate to myself now, as opposed to a year agoThe power of collective practicesThe shift from the mind to the body when it comes to the question "what am I?"Doing relating to self work in held spaces for other practicesBeing a fully empowered being with agencySex-positive events - consent culture - not judging my own desiresWhat "spirituality" means to meLetting go of what doesn't serve meRelating to Self with othersMy intention of offering retreats - accepting that I am a guide and teacher"Becoming who I am"The mind as a hall of mirrors - letting the body do its thingThe role of other living things in my neighborhood - meta-consciousnessResistance coming from the mind, not the bodyThe need for new stories - mythmaking - how to speak about what I want to doRelating to Self - singing polyphony - entrepreneurshipHow can I help you? Write me an email: joachim@relatingtoself.comIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 27 April 2023, I have a conversation with Nathan Vanderpool, a father, a seeker, an artist. Someone who's striving to grow. who suffers. who gets petty. who feels overwhelmed. who relaxes. who opens. who connects.Topics mentioned in the episode:Embracing Despair: Finding Meaning in Difficult EmotionsInternal Family Systems: Releasing Tensions in the BodyThe Impact of Meditation on WellbeingRefraining from Labeling Experiences as Good or BadBuilding Different Aspects of OneselfSurrender and AcceptanceThe Importance of Flexibility in ResponseUnderstanding Life through ExperienceThe Practice of Self-ImprovementThe Self as a Collection of PartsLoneliness and Its Relation to SelfCultivating Range in Response to SituationsIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 24 April 2023, I have a conversation with Richard, a consultant, Sandboxer, and improvisation-enthusiast. Topics mentioned in the episode:The Impact of Language on PerceptionConsistency of Social Interactions during COVID LockdownIntrospective Relationship with Oneself Influenced by Interactions with OthersAltering Internal Dialogue to Promote PositivityAdvocating for Precise Language to Enhance Emotional ExperiencesTransmitting Personal Meanings When Words Are Interpreted DifferentlyAccepting Impermanence and Cherishing the PresentEmbracing Different Versions of Oneself DailyUsing Improv as a Mirror for Self-DiscoveryStepping Out of Default BehaviorsShifting Towards Appreciating One’s Current SituationLiving a Resilient and Sustainable Life Through Self-Acceptance and Behavioral ChangeIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 23 April 2023, I have a conversation with Anne-Lorraine, who really likes to thoroughly enjoy food to the last corner of possible experience. And who is increasingly less shy to call herself a poet. She is also the creator of Touchcards, a wonderful game to explore touch.You can follow her on Twitter/X.Topics mentioned in the episode:The evolving nature of the selfThe impact of depression on self-perceptionChoosing the right posture for each momentCoping mechanisms for overwhelming emotionsIntergenerational traumaEmbracing intuitionSurrendering into a different realityExperiencing the body through the sensesTherapeutic modalitiesBalancing being and doingSkepticism about energy workAllowing creativity to arise naturallyIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 17 April 2023, I have a conversation with Jessica, whose mission is to empower women as a purpose coach.You can find Jessica on Instagram.Topics mentioned in the episode:Embracing the Self as a Community of PartsThe Healing Power of Writing One’s Life StoryTransformative Journeys Through WritingInspiring Others Through Our Personal StoryCommitment Despite ChallengesRewards of the Writing ProcessSelf-Compassion and Personal DevelopmentThe Cathartic Experience of WritingThe Significance of Embracing Various Aspects of SelfThe Impact of Self-Compassion on Personal GrowthExploring the Concept of Internal Supportive PartsIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 17 April 2023, I have a conversation with Dave, a minimalist nomad who has built a journaling business.You can find Dave on Instagram.Topics mentioned in the episode:vulnerability and following initial impulseslearned behaviors, shame, and jealousycravings and desires in lifethe connection between repressed aspects of oneself and shamegut bacteria and cravingsinternal family systemsjournaling as a reflective practicerevisiting thoughts over timesetting personal goalsdaily affirmationscelebrating personal successesimpact of AI advancements on understanding consciousness and impulsesIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on April 12, 2023, I have a conversation with Steven Emery. Steven is an intuitive artist and product manager. You can find Steven's website here, and you can follow him on X/Twitter.Topics mentioned in the episode:The self as a group of individualsJournaling for self-discoveryArt as a reflection of identityMusic’s tension and release mirroring self-acceptanceAnxiety’s impact on creativityEmbracing anxiety as a motivatorSilence and nonverbal communication in artEstablishing personal boundaries in relationshipsResponsibility for one’s experiencesMeditative journaling for managing anxietyThe journey to inner peace and its ongoing natureIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, I have a conversation with Will Curran. Will wears many hats and seems to have grown up with a healthy sense of self. How will that translate to how he relates to himself? You can find Will's website here.Topics mentioned in the episode:Embracing self-love and awarenessThe role of music as a personal sanctuaryChildhood influences on appreciation for silenceChurch as a structure for meditation habitsSpiritual practices shaped by inspirational figuresLearning from the experience of school expulsionThe impact of positive self-talk on mindsetThe power of vocalizing thoughts for changeThe art of being present in conversationsTransitioning from introversion to extroversionNavigating the blend of personal and professional selvesAdapting to remote work and self-reinventionIf you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, recorded on 8 April 2023, I have a conversation with Imma, a sommelier who is inviting people to live in conversations.You can connect with Imma through her linktree.Topics mentioned in the episode:Self as a Construct: Imma views the self as a construct defined through relationships with others and the environment.Sensory Experiences: the role of touch and other senses as essential for understanding and interacting with the world.Influence of Microorganisms: how gut bacteria and other organisms may influence our decisions and sense of self.Consciousness in Winemaking: yeast and its potential inherent intelligence in the winemaking process.Non-Human Intelligence: challenges in recognizing the consciousness and intelligence of plants and fungi.Childhood Curiosity: Imma’s early fascination with nature shaped her view of humans as part of an ecosystem.The Role of Attention: how attention shapes the relationship with the self and the perception of the environment.Children’s Perspectives: the value of the unfiltered perspectives children have on their sensory experiences.Importance of Place: Imma’s experience of living in one place for 13 years and how it formed her understanding of self.Subjective Labeling of Experiences: how the mind categorizes experiences as good or bad, including personal likes and dislikes.If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletterFollow Joachim on Twitter