In this episode, I discuss 5 Life Lessons I've Learned Through Reading and Reflecting.  They are as follows: 1.) Perception isn't everything; it's the only thing. (1:45 - 3:38) 2.) The narrative you have with yourself drives what you do, think, and feel. (3:38 - 6:05) 3.) Motivation wanes and is unreliable because our narrative changes. (6:05 - 8:30) 4.) You are not your thoughts; your thoughts are a decimal of you. (8:30 - 11:03) 5.) Patience is a virtue. (11:03 - 12:30) Take a listen to understand how these lessons can make your life better! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode is about why we should stop looking for hacks and shortcuts while pursuing our goals!  Show notes can be found below.  Enjoy! 0:00 - 0:25 - Intro 0:25 - 1:24 - Sponsored Anchor Ad 1:24 - 4:45 - The problems with hacks 4:45 - 9:11 - How to solve them 9:11 - 10:10 - Outro --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode is all about being your own hero.  It discusses the hero narrative, what stands in our way of becoming a hero, why it stands in our way, and how we can overcome it.  If you're interested in those ideas, look no further than this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode provides ideas about how we can say yes to the things that we enjoy and how we can say no to the things that we don't enjoy.  With that said, enjoy the episode!   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

In this episode, I discuss what micro-progression is, how we can become more aware of it, and why we should celebrate it.  Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode contains five practices that can help you increase your focus and productivity. Create a space for work (~ 1:10 - 3:00) Focus on one thing at a time (~ 3:00 - 4:15) Limit distractions (~ 4:15 - 7:35) Set a timer (~ 7:35 - 9:55) Practice noting (~ 9:55 - 12:55) Summary (~12:55 - 14:40)  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode is about fear of other people's opinions, or FOPO for short.  In it, I discuss where I learned it from, how it manifests, why it exists, and how we can manage it.  If you find yourself fearing other people's opinions, or even your own, give this a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode is about what I've learned through meditation.  It has certainly been quite a bit, but I believe you'll enjoy!  Some of the topics that I discuss include: Why I started meditating Misconceptions about meditation The skills that meditation develops How meditation can help with emotional regulation A couple of apps to dive into if you're interested in starting a meditation practice --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

This episode talks about how it's important for us to focus more on our way of "being" if we want to thrive amidst this pandemic.  There will be some practical takeaways that you can try to align your way of being with your actions.  If you find yourself in a rut, or in some bad habits, this podcast is for you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support

In this episode, I discuss emotional regulation; specifically, some strategies that you can use to help you become more emotionally regulated.  If you find yourself needing some emotional regulation, give this a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimmy-warden/support