In this episode of Relating to Self, Joachim speaks with Patrick Pitman whose jiu-jitsu practice has helped him unlearn mental patterns by getting comfortable operating in a vulnerable position.Patrick is a business leader and owner of ebusiness brands, Inc. You can find Patrick and his work here:https://ebusinesspros.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickpitman/https://twitter.com/patrickspitmanTopics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode:the desire to connect to something greaterthe visceral experience of self in the bodynoticing what you need as a basic practiceJiu-Jitsu as a path to self-explorationconnecting to the breath while being strangledlooking for an easier way, not forcing anythingvulnerability in personal relationshipsequine therapy and its brutal honestyseeing what's realuncomfortable but safe spacesthe 15 commitments of conscious leadershipIf 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, Joshua Keay (S01E07) comes back to ask me intriguing questions.Joshua does some things in a different and peculiar way. When he craves change, he focuses on changing his environment instead of his mindset. He acts chaotically when the world is stable. Then he settles down when everything is chaotic.Complement this talk with Joshua's essays at http://bit.ly/jkessaysTopics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode:do I get angry? - how does anger manifest?emotions and their expressionthe inevitability of death and how to get comfortable with iteuthanasiathe meaning of life - creating meaningthe illusion of free will - "Behave" by Robert Sapolskyattention as the most valuable resource - where to put it with intention?creation vs consumptionmy shift away from Art toward entrepreneurshipthe verbs in my daycouraging - going towards resistance or fear5 seconds of courage to change your dayecstatic dance - my relationship with my bodyself-definition and how it holds us back - having the courage to be dislikedwhen I'd want to live in historymy favorite age to beIf 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, Joachim speaks with Aida Murad for whom life is a copy machine of one's thoughts.Aida is an impact artist and entrepreneur who transmuted a severe illness into her biggest gift. Her mission is to help people feel seen, heard, and loved through her art.You can find Aida and her work here:aidamurad.comhttps://www.instagram.com/muradaidahttps://twitter.com/aidamuradhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/aida-murad/Topics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode:life as a mirror of our inner realitytrauma as an opportunitywhat humans craveart as a tool for healingthoughts, words, and actions and finding joy in small actsjoy as a measure of lifeeverything is a musclestepping away from the stories of the mindthe importance of habits that serve the life you desireboundaries and how they impact social relationshipshaving conversations with younger selvesspaces and their impact on the selfIf 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, Joachim speaks with Chris Wray for whom authenticity is shared.Chris is a lawyer and philosopher and exclusively works on projects that are meaningful to him.Chris has almost no internet presence, and you can find him in and around Lisbon, usually.You can reach him via email: contact@christopherwray.euTopics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode:representation of the selfan exploration of the primary trauma of coming of agebeing on timekeeping agreements and the influence of culture on themmeditation and awarenessthe wisdom of knowing what we can commit tothe lie of authenticitythe work of J. David VellemanIf 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, Joachim speaks with Willo Sana for whom relating to self is mostly about listening. Willo is a transformational business coach and gives emotional and strategic support to visionary entrepreneurs around the world.She also wrote a book called "Double Down on your Genius".You can find Willo and her work here:https://willolovesyou.com/https://twitter.com/WilloLovesYouhttps://www.instagram.com/willolovesyou/You can find Willo's book "Double Down on your Genius" here:https://willolovesyou.com/book/Topics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode:recommended bookslistening as a practice of relating to selfshadowwork and the ways in which we can acknowledge what we resistexaggerating the expression of your feelingsego narratives and deconditioninga simple somatic practiceidentity death and reinventing oneselfIf 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, Joachim speaks to Suvarchala Narayanan for whom wealth is a state of mind and who cultivates her eroticism. Suvarchala is a tech and business journalist and has a business as a consultant designing and guiding identity change, next-level relating, and eroticism. You can find Suvarchala and her work here: https://www.instagram.com/life_of_audacity/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/suvarchalanarayanan/ Topics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode: The foreign concept of Self-Love and the problem with it Centering the Self The Nature of Self as Love Love as Acceptance Learning to Remember Letting Go (what is good) The Paradox and Multitude of Life Pain without Suffering Tension And much, much more! If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletter Follow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, Joachim speaks to DanRam who has continuously reinvented himself. DanRam is an MC for huge conferences, a 5 times TEDx speaker, a transformational coach, and a powerful influencer. You can find DanRam and his work here: https://www.iamdanram.com/ https://www.instagram.com/iamdanram/ Topics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode: The tools we are given vs the tools we find in our journey of Relating to Self Using different personas to explore who we are Self-development in community Getting better at re-seeing ourselves The dark side of self-development Habits and DanRam's 5G routine Start Now, Start Simple If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletter Follow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, Joachim speaks to Khuyen Bui who sees the self as inherently relational. Khuyen Bui wrote the book "Not Being: The Art of Self-Transformation" with co-author Steven D'Souza. He is an executive coach and has talked at TEDx, the Drucker Forum, Creative Mornings, and companies like Danone. You can find Khuyen and his work here: https://twitter.com/gkhuyen https://www.linkedin.com/in/buikhuyen/ Topics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode: Contact Improv "Follow your bliss" by J. Campbell Boundaries and true intimacy The importance of awe for our wellbeing Aliveness If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletter Follow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of Relating to Self, Joachim speaks to Rhea who takes better care of herself than anyone in the world.  Rhea Mehta is the founder of Living Rhea, a scientific wellness consultancy with services including 1-on-1 health coaching (Institute for Integrative Nutrition), scientific communications (writing, research, talks, interviews), and strategic advisory.  She is the co-founder of Bowhead Health, a cutting-edge Canadian company leveraging blockchain and smart contract technology to help individuals safely track, own and manage their health and wellness data. You can learn more about Rhea and her work here: https://linktr.ee/rheamehta Topics, resources, and useful links mentioned in the episode: How to practice kindness towards yourself  Mindvalley events and workshops  Neuroplasticity and how to retrain your mind Joachim & Rhea's combined experience as musicians  Fibromyalgia Burning man  Ayahuasca  How suffering can catalyze self-transformation Mantras to practice openness & acceptance  The relationship between openness and holding strong boundaries  The power of saying no Heuristics to assess the transgression of boundaries  How to build a strong support system  Creating space by detaching from relationships that no longer serve you  Discerning fear vs. intuition  Breathwork to develop willpower  Rhea's music & mantras And much, much more! If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletter Follow Joachim on Twitter

In this episode of the Relating to Self podcast, Joachim speaks to Eleonora, who relates to the woman in the mirror. Eleonora is a Ph.D. candidate who helps researchers and businesses access "neuroscience-as-a-service." Learn more about Eleonora and her work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleonora-borda/ https://www.instagram.com/bordina93/ https://linktr.ee/whattodonext.podcast Topics, resources, and valuable links mentioned in the episode: Improvisation to break the chain of fear  How improv can improve your most important relationship {with Mary Lemmer} The joy of experiencing solitude  The toxicity of "not being enough"  Joachim's appearance on the "What to do Next Podcast" Visualization meditations from Joachim on Insight Timer The correlation between internal and external tensions The importance of acceptance and quieting your inner critic  Practices to cultivate self-kindness And much, much more!  A parting quote from Eleonora: "You can’t prepare the path for the person, You can only prepare the person for the path." If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend and leaving a rating or review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up for the Relating to Self newsletter Follow Joachim on Twitter