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My mentor Jeremy Kobus came on the show to talk about designing businesses with humans in mind (instead of profit). We got a little bit sidetracked…but we promise it connects. Link to Kings of Leon NFT story.Topics: How Amazon Fucks You and Everyone Else Psychographics, Ads Aren’t Necessarily Bad Diversifying Your Hobbies and Wandering Stepping into Opportunities Design Thinking How to Ask Questions How to Waste Your Time (While Putting Your Heart on the Line) Understanding Why Blockchain is a Positive Future

My guest today is Miriam Swords Kalk, sister of our guest from Episode 6, Sam Kalk. This episode is a connection between some of the favorite subjects of previous episodes like Self-Determination Theory which we talked about with Sam, education which we have discussed with a lot of guests like Episode 14 with Coach Rudy, contextualized in human-centered design Ricardo Martins, Episode 13. All this to say… I am just very excited for this culmination of information. Link to Walk In My Shoes Paper - recontextualizing the future of education with a Self-Determination Theory lens over the system. Topics: Putting the People Who You are Serving First Redesigning Education Systems Equity Oriented Systems Redesign Rethinking Degree Structures for a Modern Workforce Agency - Belonging - Growth People Retention

Aaron and I talk about existential threats, accidentally becoming a Superwarrior at work, and bring some clarity to why modern yoga may not be as good for you as you think. For my Dallas listeners, Aaron will be holding open sessions at Classic Pilates in the Uptown location from 6:30-8 PM Thursdays throughout the summer. Topics: Sympathetic/Parasympathetic Nervous Systems How Your Body Handles Depression and Anxiety Neuro-Physical Feedback Loops Beer, Goat, and Power Yoga

My relationship to Judaism is not what you might expect with an episode title like this. I have been trying to steer my guests away from Judaism since I started this podcast, but that has caused me to live inauthentically within this space. Judaism was a driving force for my curiosity and ability to challenge the status quo growing up, so I decided to dive head first into the topic and how this culture brings about a narrative of mental and emotional healing and growth. Jump in to this episode if you are trying to cultivate curiosity, no matter what your faith background is. Topics: The Three Primary Powers of the Mind (Wisdom, Knowledge, Understanding) The Seven Primary Powers of the Heart (Loving Kindness, Strength, Harmony, Endurance, Humility, Bonding, Service of Others) Listening Deeply The Jewish Afterlife

This ep is really about leadership (which is what it takes to build a community - whether personally, professionally, or otherwise). Ryan is joined by the Co-Artistic Director and Conductor of Density512, a contemporary chamber orchestra and new music collective in Austin to talk about community, solitude, and leading a team of artists. Topics: Solitude and Community Questioning to Connect Leading a Diverse Team Visualization as a Tool for Leadership Getting Used to Being Alone with Your Brain Stepping Back and Realigning Your Relationships

Trauma is a part of everyone's story. You shouldn't shy away from healing just because your trauma doesn't look like the person's next to you. Jump in to this shockingly lighthearted episode about a subject that seems very immense and dark.The first step to addressing and healing your trauma is awareness. Go to my website to learn more about how I can help, or to reach out for more resources.Topics:  Individualizing Trauma Guilt, Shame, and Anxiety Successfully Dealing with Trauma Being with Yourself Doing the WORK

It is what it is... Until it becomes what you make it. While most of our discussion revolves around the workplace, all of this is applicable to all parts of life.Join Brett and I as we talk about: Intentionality of Choice Limiting/Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset Control Connecting to Feedback Active Listening Three Types of Empathy Empathy Skillsets Trust and Teamwork Coaching and Mentorship The 5 Whys

Lots of learning to be done on this major holiday!!

(Questions of the Day) Eric and I revisit some of our most classic conundrums.Here are the topics of these questions: Does Your Personality Stabilize at 25? Religion for the Society vs the Individual Perspectives of Growth Dating App Philosophies Music vs Sex Creativity vs Consistency

WARNING: Stories of traumatic abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Nichole tells us how her experiences shaped who she was, who she became, and who she is now. This episode is all about authenticity.Here are some of the topics we cover: Using Your Pain to Find Your Niche What Brings People Closer to You Integrating All Parts of Yourself What Spirituality Really Is Money's Power Over You

Welcome to the first legit episode of Don't Forget to Be a Human! Ashley is back for the third week in a row, somehow. This time you get to actually be entertained by her brain.  It'd be a great help if you could fill out this quick, 5 minute survey!Personal Hero's Journey Retreat SurveyI get really hyped about something I shouldn't be eating and then we get into these topics: Cultural Perspectives and Social Norms in Sex Throwing Axes and Observing Anger Delivering a Response to Something Vulnerable Don't Just Kiss Her!! (The Easy Way Out in that Moment)

What is this? An episode where Ryan is talking about education, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence... again? Yup. This one is a bit different, because I have the magnificent Coach Rudy on doing it for me! He is absolutely fantastic at teaching us how to teach and learn and sharing his vision with you. Send this to all of your teacher friends!!We chat about: Social and Emotional Learning Emotional Constipation Calm = Smart How to Be a Great Teacher Ripening Together/Circle of Accountability

Welcome to EQ Book Club: The Actual Book Club.  In this special episode of EQBC:TABC, we chat about The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. All you need to know is that even if you haven't read the book, you are absolutely still going to learn and the conversation is very interesting (and funny).

Today I am joined by GENIUS!! Ricardo Martins happens to have the most design awards in the United States, yet he is actually Brazilian. I think that is pretty damn cool. We break down what design approaches do to the experiences of our lives.Topics we cover: Holistic Design Philosophy The Problem with Thinking Humans Are the Center of the Universe Humbling Yourself as Part of the Larger Puzzle Tempo Giutso: In Fair Time Slowing Down Service Design Systems Thinking Time's Role in Cause and Effect Why the Services in the U.S. are SO BAD

Welcome to Don't Forget to Be a Human! The new weekly episode of wholesomeness that relieves you from the exhaustion of the mental processing I put yall through earlier in the week. It is a great day for a day full of being vulnerable and letting yall in to the friendzone.Let's get into it: WTF is Dry Shampoo? The Future of This Show (hint: an actual book club) Cheating on a Book Lessons in Friendship from I Love You, Man We Actually Talk About Farts Becoming Friends With Your Friends Mudita

Listen to me and Scott Gazzoli of the Causing the Effect Podcast become friends in this very entertaining episode about the New York mentality, brain waves and binaural audio, and sensory deprivation float tanks. The full range of topics from this episode include: Movement Mentality and Prioritization Being with Yourself Structuring the Hours You Have Sensory Deprivation Float Tanks Brain Waves and Binaural Audio Causing Your Effect Focusing on the Logos

Where does control come from? How do you stay accountable to yourself? And who are you responsible for? Join me to think about accountability, responsibility, and control.

Josh is an ex-professional BMX athlete and five time brain tumor survivor. Josh and I get pretty damn fired up about people's perceptions of control in their life. If I told you any more, I'd be ruining the episode. Take this one slow and roll it back if you need to get clarity on any thoughts. We also very much welcome debate to what we were saying or how we said it. Reach out any time!Topics that we cover: Control Fear Mindset Perception

I have the honor of being joined by one of the great thinkers and communicators of our time, Dr. Imani Scott to discuss my experience of the great city of Atlanta, cultural intelligence, and the exciting opportunity that is ignorance.Here is a great place to start or continue learning about your privilege and the history of racism in America:Race Baiting 101 - Matthew CookeHere are some of the topics we cover: Inherent Bias The Four Agreements Control and Humility Privilege The Hierarchy of Needs and its Relevance for Higher Level Thinking How to Take Action Against Ignorance

What are we responsible for in our work environment? Ryan and Ryan reminisce on their pain-filled months working in small team startups this past summer, and what these experiences meant for their emotional growth. Some topics we touch on: Trust, Respect, and Feedback in the Workplace Emotional Confusion as a Reductive Force What Are You Actually Responsible For?