Life Long Learner

This week on the Out of Class edition of Lifelong Learner, we crack open the raw realities of transition, freedom, and the aches that remind us we’re alive. What starts as light banter about backgrounds and early morning texts quickly unravels into a conversation about endings, new beginnings, and the gritty in-between.

Fresh off closing the chapter at The Summit, Gines shares the nerves and excitement of buying an electrical business—learning new systems, tackling debt, and asking all the naïve questions that spark both confusion and growth. Meanwhile, Matt recounts a brutal week struck down by Bali food poisoning, a spiral into health anxiety, and the surprising gratitude that comes when your body finally bounces back.

And Ben? He’s juggling bodybuilding prep, heavy chiropractic practice loads, and the mental “hangover” that lingers long after work should be over—all while dreaming of snow trips and the freedom to fly, literally.

In this episode, we unpack:

⚡ Gines’ jump into a new industry—what it feels like to buy a business you don’t yet understand.🤒 Matt’s gastro saga in Bali, the $800 IV bill, and how illness can reset your perspective.💪 Ben’s season of competing, practice pressures, and what it means to carry work hangovers in both body and mind.🎿 Why resets—whether it’s snow trips or small breaks—are essential for staying sane in the grind.🛠️ The constant trade-off between building something meaningful and not being consumed by it.🔑 The mindset shift of choosing your freedom—and remembering to appreciate what you already have.

This episode is raw, hilarious, and quietly grounding—three mates navigating business, health, and identity while asking the same question we all face: how do you build a life of freedom without losing yourself in the process?

Because yes, there will always be aches. But wisdom lies in choosing which aches are worth it—and which freedoms really matter.

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This week on the Out of Class edition of Lifelong Learner, we tumble down the rabbit hole of uncertainty, comfort culture, and the chasm between knowledge and wisdom. What starts off feeling like a blend of banter and metaphor overload slowly unfolds into a rich, reflective conversation about what it really takes to grow in a world that rewards shortcuts and quick fixes.

From career transitions and emotional limbo to ancient war theories and gym avoidance strategies, Gines, Ben, and Matt dig deep into the hard stuff—while keeping it light, cheeky, and real. If you’ve ever felt stuck in knowing what to do but not doing it, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar… and strangely empowering.

In this episode, we unpack:

🧠 The identity gap between knowledge and wisdom—and why application is everything🔥 Why we retreat to comfort (Netflix, Scotch, Uber Eats) when discomfort holds the key to change🛠️ Gines’ behind-the-scenes reality of transitioning out of leadership—and what it’s really like to be in limbo🔄 How to create certainty in uncertain seasons (hint: it starts with your body and your habits)
💣 Are we on the brink of collapse? A dive into the Fourth Turning theory and what history may be trying to teach us
📉 The ripple effect of convenience culture—and the danger of outsourcing effort
👣 Why we repeat cycles in relationships, health, and leadership—and how to break them
🍅 The tomato analogy that might just change how you think about wisdom forever

This episode is honest, hilarious, and more grounded than it first appears—three mates wrestling with modern life’s contradictions while trying not to lose their edge (or their minds).

Because yes, knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit.But wisdom? Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.

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In this firecracker of a conversation, we dive deep into one of the most loaded (and misunderstood) topics in modern culture: masculinity.

What started with a cheeky “If you were the devil, how would you destroy men?” clip quickly snowballed into a thought-provoking exploration of what’s really happening to men—and society—today.

From the erosion of brotherhood and rites of passage to the rise of comfort, convenience, and clickbait culture, this episode isn’t about packaged solutions—it’s about raising important questions and challenging the narratives we’re swimming in.

In this episode, we unpack:

🧠 The identity crisis facing modern men—and how we got here💥 Toxic masculinity vs. true masculinity: what’s the difference (and who’s defining it)?📱 Algorithms, attention, and the cost of endless scrolling🧍 Why both men and women are afraid to truly own their energy🔄 The role of media, marketing, and money in shaping the norm🔥 How to challenge your echo chamber and think for yourself👨‍👧 What’s at stake if we don’t get this right—for our daughters, sons, and the generations to come

This one’s honest, raw, and reflective—three mates asking better questions, challenging their own thinking, and holding space for nuance in an increasingly binary world.

Because growth starts with awareness. And awareness starts with conversation.

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This week, we’re back out of the classroom and into life’s messier, more meaningful moments.

Ben reflects on becoming a grandfather—a milestone that’s not just joyful, but deeply perspective-shifting. From baby cuddles to existential wonderings, he opens up about how this new chapter has reframed his relationship with time, mortality, and meaning. What does it mean to see life continue beyond you? And how would you live if this was all there is?

Matt takes us behind the scenes of building a barefoot-luxury retreat in Lombok—where creativity meets chaos. From Ramadan's quiet rhythm to budget blowouts, unexpected design changes, and woodwork-induced stress levels, he shares how the real challenge isn't just bricks and mortar—it’s knowing when to hold the vision and when to let go. Turns out, fewer walls might just lead to better views (and better lessons).

Gines opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of stepping out of a long-held leadership role. As his GM transition nears the final stretch, he’s navigating the unexpected paradox of being more sought-after than ever—while preparing to let go. What do you do when the furniture moves out before you do? When people trust you more as you leave than when you were in charge? It’s a candid look at identity, legacy, and learning to speak up—then let go.

Together, we riff on:

👶 Generational shifts and seeing life through a longer lens
🧘‍♂️ Letting go vs holding on (in business and mindset)
🛠️ Building in Bali, barefoot project pivots, and creative construction
🌀 Transitioning leadership without losing yourself in the process
🕰️ Making time count—and how your relationship with it evolves

This episode is equal parts raw reflection and cheeky banter—because what’s life without a few laughs between the lessons?

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In this Out of Class edition of the Lifelong Learner podcast, Gines and Ben reunite after a short break with an episode that dives deep into leadership, resilience, and the unexpected power of doing hard things.

Fresh from an off-track, high-stakes mountain adventure in Tasmania, Ben unpacks what it was like organising and leading a group of 11 men—many of whom had never hiked before—through sleet, steep boulder-strewn climbs, and moments of real physical and mental challenge.

But this isn’t a story about gear or maps. It’s about people. What happens when pressure is on? When the path disappears? When fear kicks in?

We explore:

Why a beginner’s mindset isn’t just for kids—it’s essential for great leaders

How we all show up differently under pressure: some lead, some help, and some freeze

The surprising difference between doing something hard vs. doing something risky

What contrast teaches us—about ourselves, about joy, and about what really matters

Why comfort might be killing your growth (and what to do about it)

We also zoom out to reflect on how this plays out in parenting, business, and life. Gines shares what it felt like to walk away from a big client instead of compromising core values. It wasn’t easy—but it was worth it. We discuss the cost of avoiding discomfort, the epidemic of “pandering” to ease, and the truth that learning—real, deep, human learning—comes when we stretch.

Whether you’re hiking mountains, building businesses, or raising kids in a world that loves to avoid discomfort, this conversation is a timely reminder that:

🔥 Growth happens outside the comfort zone
🌧 Joy hits harder when you’ve tasted hardship
🧠 And risk isn’t something to avoid—it’s something to understand

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Welcome to another special Out of Class edition of the Lifelong Learner Podcast! Ben, Gines, and Matt reconnect after a few busy weeks, bringing you an episode filled with engaging reflections, insightful discussions, and plenty of humor.

The conversation begins with personal updates, as Ben shares his thrilling experiences competing in recent bodybuilding events, giving listeners an entertaining glimpse behind the scenes of the fitness world. Ben reflects on his favorite moments from Melbourne’s Spring Racing Carnival, highlighting the enjoyment of dressing up, betting excitement, and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere.

Diving deeper, the trio explores the importance of morning routines, managing stress, and making deliberate choices to foster positivity and productivity in daily life. They unpack the effects of cortisol, discuss why stress can become addictive, and share practical strategies for shifting mindset from anxiety to inspiration.

The episode also examines the narratives we build about our lives, discussing how social media can reinforce negative thinking, and offering advice on changing perspective through intentional daily practices.

Filled with relatable stories, practical tips, and motivational insights, this episode promises to inspire continuous growth, self-awareness, and lifelong learning.

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In this special Out of Class edition, Ben, Gines, and Matt come together for their first-ever in-person recording—an episode filled with laughs, deep dives, and unexpected twists.

The conversation kicks off with the challenges of navigating major life transitions, including Gines’ personal journey of stepping away from a long-term leadership role. The guys reflect on how difficult it can be to manage shifting expectations, both for yourself and those around you.

From there, they tackle the fascinating complexities of communication—how cultural backgrounds, personal experiences, and even something as simple as ordering jam at a café can shape the way we interact. They also explore why saying "I don’t care" can mean a whole lot more than it seems, and why true leadership is often about adapting your message to the person in front of you.

And if that wasn’t enough action, Ben shares a jaw-dropping story about saving someone’s life on the Gold Coast—proving that sometimes, being in the right place at the right time (with the right knowledge) can make all the difference.

It’s a raw, insightful, and hilarious episode filled with real talk about life, leadership, and learning to embrace the unexpected.

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New year, new episode! Gines, Ben, and Matt are back to kick off 2025 withLife Long Learner – Out of Class, bringing fresh conversations, big ideas, and a whole lot of curiosity.

In this episode, Ben shows off his latest gadget—high-performance hearing devices—and shares how they’re changing the way he experiences the world. The guys dive into a deep discussion about the balance between excitement for the future and the uncertainty that can sometimes creep in. How do you stay open to what’s next without letting the unknown become overwhelming?

They also set the tone for the year ahead by revealing their personal themes for 2025. From growth and adventure to focus and discipline, each of them shares the mindset they’re embracing to make this year their best yet.

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This week is it is Gines and Matt bring your another inspiring conversation.

Matt chats about growth, and needs to be framed in the future, in terms of, what you are about to go through needs to be worth it in the future.

Gines questions the story we tell ourselves, is it resourceful or unresourceful? Either one it is currently serving us in some shape or form .

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In this week’s episode of the Lifelong Learner podcast, Gines welcomes David Aherne, the CEO and founder of Across the Ocean Freight Forwarding. David brings decades of expertise in global logistics and shares valuable insights on the significance of relationships in both business and life. Listeners will discover David’s perspectives on how strong connections and genuine relationships can pave the way to business success and personal growth.

Aherne underscores the importance of face-to-face interaction, especially in an era when human connection often feels diminished by digital communication. He explains how in-person networking not only builds trust but also opens unexpected doors, an essential practice in his industry, where trust and reliability are paramount for global operations. David also shares powerful advice on embracing discomfort and taking risks. According to him, stepping out of our comfort zones can be transformative, presenting opportunities we might otherwise overlook.

The conversation delves into David’s philosophy on business ethics and accountability. He emphasizes the importance of honesty, hard work, and owning up to mistakes, noting that integrity is the backbone of enduring relationships with clients and partners. David’s stories resonate with anyone navigating challenges in business and personal life, from the obstacles of entrepreneurship to the rewards of resilience and moral fortitude.

Tune in to this episode for inspiring takeaways on the art of building meaningful connections, thriving through resilience, and finding success by staying true to one’s values. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or seasoned professional, David’s insights offer a refreshing reminder of the power of relationships in a digitally driven world.

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Join Gines, Ben, and Matt for another captivating episode of Life Long Learner: Out of Class Edition, where real-world experiences meet personal growth. This week, Matt opens up about a challenge close to his heart—sourcing ethically sustainable wood for his resort. What started as a quest for quality turned into a balancing act between rising costs and staying true to his values. Matt shares the highs and lows of navigating this process, and what it means to make decisions that prioritize ethics over convenience.

In the second half, Gines leads a powerful discussion on the role of belief in shaping our future. Drawing from his own experiences, he talks about how the perspectives we form from life’s challenges and successes can either hold us back or propel us forward. Gines emphasizes the importance of making decisive choices and the impact that leading with confidence and certainty can have on achieving our goals.

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This week Gines is joined by special guest Alina Cahill. Alina is a product genius, especially in the start up tech world. She is a do-er. Her impressive career shows that, if you want to get something done ask Alina.

They chat about why certain start-ups and businesses fail, and some succeed. Why slow movers that do not adapt get left behind. Like Redbox vs Netflix.

Also the value of being loyal and congruent to who you are and what your company stands, comes from the top and should filter into all strategic decision making to stay aligned to who they are and what they stand for.

Plus why burnout is coming to the forefront more and more with professionals, continuing to give until they can not give any more.

This is a great episode and there is a lot of gold in here! hope you enjoy!

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In this episode of the Life Long Learner podcast Ben, Gines, and Matt engage in a casual and humorous conversation, touching on various personal anecdotes, fitness journeys, and motivational strategies. A standout topic is the story of Ben preparing for a bodybuilding competition in four weeks, aiming to compete in the physique category. They discuss the discipline required to reach sub-8% body fat, the challenges of staying consistent with nutrition and training, and the importance of progress, even when it is not linear.

One key strategy discussed is "burning the boats," which refers to making a public commitment to something challenging—like stepping on stage in a bodybuilding competition. By putting pressure on themselves, they find that they are more likely to stay disciplined and avoid giving in to temptations. They acknowledge that this strategy isn't for everyone but works for those who thrive under pressure.

Additionally, Ben, Gines and Matt highlighted the importance of having a support system or "commitment squad." These are people who will hold you accountable, push you to stay on track, and offer encouragement, especially when things get tough. They contrast this with a "cheer squad," which might offer support but not necessarily the tough love needed to maintain discipline in difficult moments.

They also explored broader themes of motivation, self-belief, and consistency. Whether it's bodybuilding, business, or personal goals, the hosts agree that progress isn't always immediate or linear, but staying consistent and finding the right support system are key to success. They emphasize that it’s crucial to understand your personality and adapt your approach to motivation accordingly.

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This week's episode of Lifelong Learner podcast we are joined by special guest Derrick McManus. Derrick is a former police officer from the South Australian Star Group Special Operations Division, shares his gripping experiences and lessons learned throughout his career. He recounts a harrowing incident where he was shot 14 times while on duty and the subsequent resilience he built during his recovery. The discussion delves into the importance of mental preparation, visualizing potential outcomes, and maintaining communication with loved ones, especially when facing high-risk situations. Derrick explains the demanding nature of his role within the Star Group, which involved high-risk arrests, hostage situations, counterterrorism, and close protection for VIPs, including the Queen. He reflects on how his early experiences, including a near-death encounter where his partner was nearly shot, shaped his approach to policing and life. Derrick emphasizes the significance of contingency planning and taking responsibility for one’s choices, actions, and their consequences. The conversation also explores the concept of human durability, which Derrick now teaches through his Center of Human Durability. He discusses how mental and emotional resilience can be cultivated by preparing for adversity, controlling panic, and maintaining a problem-solving mindset during crises. Derrick also touches on the broader societal issue of avoiding responsibility, attributing it to the comfort and safety of first-world living, which often leads to complacency and a lack of accountability. Derrick's message focuses on going beyond mere resilience to achieve sustainable, optimal performance in the face of adversity. He encourages taking full responsibility for one's life, making conscious decisions, and considering the broader impact of choices on both personal and communal levels. This approach underscores the importance of mental toughness, proactive planning, and the ability to navigate life's challenges with a clear, focused mindset. Derrick’s insights provide valuable lessons for anyone looking to improve their resilience and overall approach to personal and professional challenges. This episode is brought to you by Make It Happen Group performance coaching - makeithappengroup.org If you want to get in contact with Derrick: www.humandurability.com.au www.facebook.com/derrick.mcmanus.7 www.linkedin.com/in/derrickmcmanus/ For more updates and to subscribe head to -lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook - www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow Instagram - www.facebook.com/lifelonglearner.podcast And if you wanna say hello, tell us a joke, or ask us a question, send us an email at hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

In this engaging episode of the Life Long Learner podcast Ben, Gines, and Matt explore various aspects of life, personal growth, and lessons from their hobbies.

Matt shares the current challenges of his resort construction project and the importance of maintaining clear communication and managing expectations in such endeavors.

Matt shares insights from his experience as a surfer, highlighting the importance of focusing on where you want to go and applying that mindset to life and business. He emphasizes the need to anticipate challenges and stay resilient, drawing parallels between surfing and managing the ongoing construction of his resort.

This leads to a broader discussion about embracing unpredictability in work while maintaining certain certainties in other areas of life, like food preferences and personal routines.

Ben delves into the concept of contrast, using examples from skiing and other personal stories to illustrate how life's ups and downs enhance our experiences. They discuss how contrast not only brings depth to life but also lets you appreciate the other side of things; for example, cold, challenging moments make warmth and comfort feel more rewarding.

Ben talks about the importance of contrast in life, suggesting that both the challenges and rewards are what make experiences fulfilling. Gines reflects on his running journey and the need to stay focused on the end goal, even when things don't go as planned.

Throughout the episode, Ben, Gines and Matt’s personal anecdotes and philosophical insights, encouraging listeners to appreciate the journey, remain adaptable, and understand that success often requires navigating between control and flexibility.

They conclude by emphasizing the value of learning from each other's experiences and the continuous process of personal growth, staying aligned with the podcast's theme of lifelong learning.

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This week's episode of Lifelong Learner podcast we are joined by special guest Rebecca Block.

Rebecca is an author and teen advocate and expert, educator, amongst a whole array of other things. She delves into her experiences and insights working with young people in education. Rebecca, who has played a significant role in the field as the AVP of Innovation and Improvement at SpringBoard, discusses her transition into new opportunities and her passion for bridging the gap between schools and families through initiatives like FAIR Education.

She shares her journey from an undergraduate degree in humanities to her work in education, driven by a love for helping others learn and grow. Rebecca reflects on her path, from tutoring to pursuing a PhD, to ultimately focusing on how to make education more meaningful and engaging for students.

Rebecca emphasizes that the key to motivating and engaging students isn't mysterious—it aligns with what motivates adults: meaningful connections, relevant learning, and the ability to make choices. She highlights that the current education system often fails to provide these elements, leading to student disengagement or extreme overachievement.

The conversation touches on the broader issues within the education system, including the lack of connection between teachers and students, the focus on standardized testing, and the outdated methods of teaching that don't equip students with critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Rebecca's insights underscore the need for a shift in how education is approached, advocating for more engagement, relevance, and connection in learning to truly inspire students.

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This is the global edition, Gines is tuning in from the US, Ben from Australia and Matt from Indonesia.

Gines shares that he’s spending time at a lake house in upstate Minnesota, enjoying some family time in nature. Ben finds it interesting, pointing out that such homes are rare in Australia due to building regulations near bodies of water.

As the conversation flows, Ben transitions the discussion to a thought-provoking question inspired by his son’s recent observations in America. His son, currently traveling through the U.S., has been struck by the stark contrast between the affluent coastal areas and the poverty-stricken zones inland, particularly a disturbing encounter on a long street in Denver, known for its socioeconomic challenges. This observation leads them to discuss the significant differences between the U.S., Australia, and Lombok.

Matt reflects on his own experiences in places like Los Angeles and Paris, where wealth and poverty coexist side by side. He compares this with Lombok, where, despite lower living standards, there's a stronger sense of community and less visible inequality. This opens up a discussion on the true meaning of wealth and poverty.

The conversation takes a deeper turn as Ben shares how fear influences different emotional responses, often leading to a scarcity mindset. The hosts discuss how in wealthier countries, the fear of losing material possessions can drive a focus on accumulation over community. This fear can lead to a scarcity mindset, where people concentrate more on what they lack rather than what they have.

In contrast, in Southeast Asia, despite having less materially, there's often less fear and a greater emphasis on community and mutual support, leading to a richer, more fulfilling life.

As the episode wraps up, the Ben, Gines and Matt reflect on the idea that true wealth lies in community, happiness, and a sense of purpose, rather than just material wealth. They emphasize the importance of balancing material success with the richness that comes from shared experiences and strong human connections.

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Gines and Ben are back together to share updates and delve into a meaningful conversations about life’s challenges and growth opportunities. Ben reflect on the recent passing of a beloved family member, offering a touching tribute and discussing the nuances of familial relationships.

Ben provides an intriguing look into his recent journey preparing for a bodybuilding competition, describing the intense training regimen and dietary discipline required. His story offers insights into the dedication needed to achieve ambitious goals. He emphasizes the importance of setting a clear deadline for his goals, which helped him stay committed and focused throughout the demanding process. This experience underscores how deadlines can serve as powerful motivators, driving progress and ensuring accountability.

Ben and Gines explore the reasons why people often hesitate to try new things, focusing on the fear of failure and the role of ego in limiting personal growth. They discuss how setting specific goals and deadlines can overcome these psychological barriers, providing a structured pathway to achievement. Additionally, they highlight the value of sharing these deadlines with others, as it can increase motivation and accountability.

This public commitment can help overcome inertia and provide a support system for pursuing new challenges. The episode encourages listeners to embrace a mindset of continuous learning and to boldly step out of their comfort zones, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in self-improvement and personal growth.

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In this deeply insightful episode, Gines, Matt, Ben, and special guest Ryan tackle a range of engaging and vital topics that resonate with anyone committed to personal growth and lifelong learning. They kick things off with a candid discussion about the impact of perimenopause on women's health.

Drawing from a recent workshop that unveiled a comprehensive list of symptoms and the profound emotional toll it can take, they highlight the importance of acknowledging and addressing these often-overlooked issues. Despite having 25 registrants for the workshop, only a handful attended, which sparked a conversation about the common tendencies of denial and avoidance when it comes to confronting health issues, even when viable solutions are within reach.

As the episode unfolds, the hosts delve into the transformative power of recognizing and embracing our shadows, flaws, and negative emotions. They discuss how facing these aspects of ourselves head-on can lead to significant personal growth, greater resilience, and more authentic connections with others. This segment emphasizes the need to move beyond denial and distractions, advocating for a path toward genuine self-improvement.

The conversation doesn't stop there. Gines, Matt, Ben, and Ryan also stress the critical importance of self-reflection. They underscore the necessity of making time for introspection in our busy lives and the profound benefits it can bring. One key takeaway from this discussion is the value of regularly asking oneself, "What was not good today?" and being comfortable with not needing to immediately solve every issue. This practice fosters a deeper understanding of oneself and encourages a more mindful and accepting approach to personal challenges.

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Episode 100!

We made it!

This is our first solo episode with Gines. He shares where it all started and why the podcast exists.

He goes on to explain why the podcast is named Life Long Learner.

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Gines, Matt and Ben bring you another episode of Life Long Learner, Out Of Class edition. Ben shares soon there will be more space in his world and the need for a hobby. The fellas dive into what is a hobby? Why do we have hobbies? What does it bring to you. The topic of Devotion vs Discipline does get brought up and the feeling of a hobby being a chore. What does your hobby bring you? This episode is brought to you by Make It Happen Group performance coaching - makeithappengroup.org For more updates and to subscribe head to -lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook - www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow Instagram - www.facebook.com/lifelonglearner.podcast hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

We need a level of stress in our system for progress? However, chronic stress is not ideal and not healthy.

The dose is the poison. Know that things will pass and allow it to happen. Don't swim against the tide, but fight it, as it is going to tire us more. When we push our agenda and it is against the tide, it creates more tension than needed.

What is your relation to stress and pressure? As the trees need strong winds to get stronger.

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Gines, Ben, and Matt are back together for a more catch-up style episode.

Matt shares they are very close to breaking ground in Lombok, however there is a 'gifting' process that needs to happen beforehand.

Ben has yet another foot injury, listen to see if he chooses to wear his moon boot or not this time around with a bit more of a serious injury.

Gines shares his recent "smash 'n' grab" trip to Texas for a good friend's wedding. Where he was there for just over 5 days and had something on each day.

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Gines and Ben bring you another Life Long Learner - Out Of Class episode.

Ben share the prequel journey of his upcoming hike is Tasmania. Where he is opting to go super light. Will be interesting to see if he takes out anything that he really needs!

They look at perspective and the 'cost' of something being good. At times we look at challenges as a negative and want to t get rid of it.

There is an importance to interrupt our normal patterns to have the time out. So we can re-calibrate.

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The first episode back in 2024. Gines, Ben, and Matt bring you another episode of Life Long Learner - Out of Class edition.

They dive straight into chatting about people jumping ship and thinking that the grass is greener on the other side. However, they keep having similar challenges. They may put up with it for a little bit, but then in a little while, guess what they come back. They need to start to take the blinkers off and take a look in the mirror.

The power of your circle and how much you give to others. Be aware that the further your circle goes, the less you give the inner circle.

If you had a limited amount of water, what would you water? Your garden or your neighbour's garden?

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Gines and Ben bring you another episode of Life Long Learner. Unfortunately, Matt is stuck with his parole office once again.

During this episode, Ben and Gines explore how people see time. Left or right or back or forth. They go through an exercise you can do in your own time to work out how you see it.

Also, they chat about why certain things as you get older you are more rigid and have less flexibility in learning. How that does change with desire and necessity.

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The trio are back together, Gines, Ben and Matt. Ben shares why is hobbling along

The fellas talk about a sutdy with Monkeys pulling other monkeys down and how certain behaviour is inherent and they do not question, why they are doing this at all. They compare how this plays out in day to day society.

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This episode is back to where is started with Gines and Matt. The fellas chat about the powerful voice in our heads can justify anything we want. Meaning if you slept in instead of going to the gym, you may be saying to yourself, I deserve that sleep in, I work hard and I am tired, etc

Talking about is the squeeze worth the juice, and, when do I can tell?

Does it come down to what really matters?

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Gines Satchi, Ben Carvosso, and Matt Ind bring you another episode of Life Long Learner, Out Of Class. The fellas start with a short little online test that Ben shared. This test explores the notion that positive and negative experiences are not polarised, they are parallel.

The results go over which are you more likely to be influenced by. They go on to chat about the use of technology and how it may amplify this affect of positive and negative influence and how this flows into learning styles. Also how long are these traits passed won genetically? You get physical characteristics from your genetics, what about phycological characteristics?

Positive and Negative Affect Test

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Gines Satchi, Ben Carvosso and Matt Ind, bring you another episode of Out Of Class.

In this episode they start talking about handing over responsibility or being in partnership. Matt shares where he is at with his building project in Indonesia. While Ben compares, the partnership you have with your GP, instead of handing over 100% responsibility over.

They compare the service you get in Australia to the service you get overseas and why is that? Is it that they are content? Is is that they have made peace?

How in certain countries they are genuinely nice and want to help and there is no pretentiousness.

Simplify, do less and be more.

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Gines Satchi, Ben and Matt, bring you another episode of Life Long Learner.

Matt shares his saga, with his canceled flights and delayed visa in North America.

The fellas, chat about the world of automation and lack of human touch becoming more and more common. Is one system leaning towards to introverts. Is the new technology being developed by people who are intrinsically introverted, therefore, is that moving more interaction away from being extroverted?

The notion of whether is it really worth it to put a charge on something.

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Gines Satchi and Ben Carvosso bring you another episode of Life Long Learner.

They chat about the majority of society seems to live in an Allostasis state. Which is a state of sublime stress to the body, not too much to notice, but enough to keep the body inflamed constantly and not 'quite' right.

The meaning we put to things.

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Gines and Ben bring you another episode of Life Long Learner.

Ben shares his new journey of transforming his body. He has started new bodybuilding regime with a trainer and a new nutritional plan. The fellas share as coaches we do it for our clients' but, we rarely have someone holding the accountability for us.

They look at a research study that in the next 8 years there will be 500,000,000 extra cases of chronic, due to the lack of movement and physical exercise. The extra money this will cost to help solve could be avoided by government intervention to be able to promote activity. However, this will be a disadvantage to pharmaceutical companies long term.

Why is it that 'retirement' is commonly associated with doing literally? Not necessarily keeping active, moving, and keeping healthy.

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Gines Satchi, Ben Carvosso, and Matt Ind bring you all another episode of Life Long Learner.

Risk profiles, personalities, massive and immediate action versus vacillate and taking too much time.

Does confidence come with experience? how does one have confidence because of experience?

Nothing is forever, the notion of impermanence

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This week Gines and Ben are at the same location, while Matt tunes in from Indonesia. Matt chats about how his microbiome changed and got a shock to the system this time around coming back to Indonesia.

The fellas talk about flat tires. Meaning flat tyres in your body, is something that needs to be addressed, Matt shares his 'old man' flat tyre of his achilles tendonitis. Ben gives the listeners an update on Brom, his new puppy. He was paid a visit by the puppy whisperer, and now it is time to put all that into action with Brom. The puppy whisperer mentioned there should be negative reinforcement when training a dog.

Gines makes a comparison to why we don't do that actively with children anymore. Mainstream society is shy to let children know they are doing something wrong. But if they do tell them they are doing something wrong, it is so PC the watered down it has no effect on the children's behaviour. They acknowledge that there is always extremes that are still very present in society.

The serenity prayer: God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

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Gines, Ben and Matt are back again to bring you another episode of Life Long Learner.

Ben shares how he has been battling an eye infection over the last couple of weeks. The process of healing is an act of participating not just delegating to the the body to heal itself.

The fellas shared that when they were younger the care for the body was not there as much and it would seem to take care of itself. However, now you need to actively participate in the healing, otherwise, there are two options; you don't heal or it takes a lot longer than needed.

During this time we watched a lot of Star Wars. For those of you who know about Star Wars, there is a good side and a dark side. They dive into the 'Dark Side' and what that really means. The dark side comes from fear-based decision-making. Most of the time the dark side leads to unresourceful processes and outcomes.

However, do we need to have both to be able to exist?

Is there a difference between fear-based thinking and hedging your bets and being conservative?

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This week Gines to joined my special guest Jason Robinson. Jason co-founded Future Advisory, a boutique accounting and advisory firm that won the 2022 Xero Accounting Firm of the Year. He is a member of Deputy chair of the CPA Public Practice Committee, Co-Host of The Numbers Game Podcast, founder of Coff&Co coffee roasters, and dabbled in a Gin company. It is fair to say Jason does quite a few things.

They cover a range of topics that include growing pains, team culture, and performance standards, we chat about the need for family trusts and some of the misconceptions. Gines asks why people are loyal to their accountants, unlike health professionals. Where we get a second opinion, however, for an accountant we do not seem to do that.

Also, the hunger for learning is so pivotal to success and forward progress

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This week we check in on week one for Ben's new addition to his family, Brom, his new Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Ben shares how his schedule how as gone out of whack and he is trying to bring order to it.

Brom doesn't seem to want to walk on the lead at the moment for Ben, as he hadn't watched a youtube tutorial as of yet!

Gines and Matt, challenge the notion that Ben thinks he is flexible, when certain things like his coffee order, he is clearly not.

Is a banana peel out the window littering? Even if it is going to break down and be good for the environment?

Are we living in a world full of censorship? Currently, there is so much censorship, that we do not encourage challenging the norm. So how do we collectively come to a better decision?

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In this episode, Gines shares that he has been a bit flat lately, and Ben acknowledges the value of being honest. This does not mean taking a woe me approach but being aware it is not all sunshine and rainbows.

They explore the notion, for there to be light there needs to be a shadow, to have a mountain peak there must be a valley and etc. So often we do not look at the need for the shadow.

In the personal development world, there is a brighter light shining, which means there is a darker shadow.Also, we chat about Ben getting a dog and how it is going to be different this time.

They explore, Ben's existential crisis when he finds out he needs hearing aids!

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The fellas chat about getting too comfortable with things until a crisis occurs. The stories we tell ourselves and the justifications lead to ' its not me'.

Lot of people 'get away' with it, In terms of certain lifestyle choices. It is a revolving circle.

Kevin Hart - Monsters and How to tame them - https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Monsters-and-How-to-Tame-Them-Audiobook/B09M1V2B81

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Connections, Budgy Smugglers and short shorts and minimising Choice and backing yourself in.

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This week Ben poses a question, "What does healthy, strong beautiful masculinity look like? As they dance round answering the question, the fellas realise that in today's society it is a hard question to answer due to all the nuances.

Also they explore the notion of toxic environment, as opposed toxic masculinity or feminity. Also the value of children having positive role models of each section of their life.

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This week it is just Ben and Gines. Ben shares his journey on his recent long hike. It was a little bit more than he expected! Unexpected heat, a sore foot, new shoes, and not doing much walking all seemed to add up. 

The fellas this week chat about long hard things versus short hard things. There is so much value in what you can learn about yourself during such things. 

Also there is so much value voluntarily doing long hard things. 

Life is will give you markers, plenty of them, however, they do not mean much if you do not follow up. 

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This week we are joined by Steve Grace from the Nudge Group and Balance the Gring. Steve is the CEO and founder of The Nudge Group, which is anything and everything from raising money to creating PR, to creating buzz, to hiring, to launching into new countries, to creating stock plans, and pretty much anything to do with the start up phase. 

Balance the grind is a publication that articulates stories about how people live their lives and balance their work life with all other areas of their life. 

They talk about the different cultures within the start-up space, from Tech founders to Sales focused founders. They touch on the volume of start-up founders in Australia since covid has exploded. In Australia we are finding a lot more grassroots compared to overseas where we have more top-level start-ups.

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The fellas chat about the start of a new year buzz and the energy that comes with a new beginning. They share what some of their aspirations are for the new year. 

Ben shares a new purchase he made, he bought himself and Michelle a pair of motorbikes. He shares the notion of if you are not growing together you are growing apart. While the bikes offer some novelty and adventure it equals offers a level of challenge for both of them for which they are excited and nervous at the same time. 

Also, they touch on treating symptoms with numbing agents and whatever that may be, from alcohol, drugs, porn, binge-watching shows, screen time, etc. They explore why and how society is self-medicating. 

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Welcome to 2023! 

The fellas start the year with chatted about staff and how they show up. They explore the notion of the current feedback culture. Which is you can not give feedback or criticise someone, without them taking offence or going to HR. 

We have the lawnmower and the helicopter parent that cotton wrap students these days and when they go out to the world, they do not what hits them. 

Why are schools teaching for regurgitating information, instead of teaching for life? 

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This time of year is usually a sense of 'busyness' with a lot of functions, Xmas parties, and obligations. At the same time depending on what you do, there is a lot to finish up before the end of the year. 

The fellas share the recent lessons for they have learned from life ranging from, appreciation for manual labour and physical activity, the importance of finding the right mix of people to have great conversations and bounce off, and being kind to yourself. 

They also chat about choosing the enjoy and bring lightness as it is the festive season and we should enjoy this at the same time finish the year strong and start enjoying now, don't just wait for the 'break.' 

 
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Coffee culture or coffee addiction? 

The fellas chat about the dying breed of mastery, Seasonal Depression. 

Mastering your craft and always be bothered. 

Quote to ponder - One the last day on Earth, wonder How much could I have done? 

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The fellas this week chat about being under the weather. Ben shares about being under the weather brings a bit of darkness and the tendacy to be a bit more pessimistic. 

The question is are your Optimus Prime or Pessimis Prime

The ideology of a non drinker gifting alcohol because that is what is socially acceptable. 

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Great episode, where the fellas chat about a spontaneous trip to Texas. 

Icebergs and attention we give to projects and arenas to our life. Also we chat about the sense of entitlement how today's society strays away from doing hard things so when in times of chaos, they are not sure what to do? 

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The three amigos are back together, Gines from rural Victoria, Matt from Byron Bay, and Ben from Thailand. 

Ben shares that his ay got better after leaving his laptop and iPad in a taxi to arriving at the airport a day early for their flight. 

The one who you would expect to love the uncertainty, share his desire for uncertainty has slightly changed during his trip. That he does like the creature comforts of a bed and shower and not having to look for a new place each day. Also the fellas chat about the notion that is hard to be present during van life, as their is multiple decisions all the time. Where to go, what to eat, where to park, what to do, etc. 

They also explore, do you need a reason to celebrate? As a society, we do not celebrate what win enough. 

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Yet again, Matt is preoccupied with his parole office while Ben and Gines chat about an array of topics. 

They chat about the time it takes to wind down, but also talk about the time to wind up. Which led to being present not worrying or getting excited about what it coming up. Ben shares he is excited to get back and finding it a bit hard to stay present while on holiday as the next phase is waiting back home. 

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This week Ben and Gines have a great conversation as Gines just gets back from Bali and Ben is about head off. 

They chat about the power of ritual and in today's society, daily constructive rituals are rare. Gines shares his morning ritual is easier in the warmer and brighter months and maybe that is why holiday rituals are easier. 

They bridge the topic of people in the wrong job. They type of people that just do not care, and are in it for all the wrong reasons. This goes hand in hand with the feeling of fullness at the end of the day. Not emptiness and soul destroying. 

There is a lot of gems in this episode, definitely tune it to find out more. 

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Ep. 65 Out Of Class - Kilts, Escaping Physc Wards and Adventure

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The fellas tune in from all over again this week. Matt is back in Lombok, Indonesia. In contrast, Ben and Gines are in cold snap Victoria. 

Matt shares how Indonesia is slowly coming back alive with tourists and the general vibe of the whole place. Also, Matt explains as he gets older he is still trying to skate like a young buck. 

They debate the curved bill versus the flat bill debate, the pros, and the cons, and why nots. 

Gines shares that as he is about to go away, the push to try and get everything in. It seems that is always the case. But when going to a place where you pick things up, you can buy a $3 t-shirt. 

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The fellas come together for another chat. 

This Week Matt share how losing his phone on kayak adventure has somewhat liberated him. Gines, Ben and Matt explore why society uses their phone as a social crutch. Why is that when we go to dinner and when some stops talking or gets up to go to the bathroom, we pick up our phone? 

Hence why the question is asked what silence. The power it has. In a world full of stimulus we do not give ourselves time to be in silence to various reasons. Silence can be daunting, it can be uncomfortable, as all we have then is our thoughts. 

Plus they chat about Karen's of the world and why they feel the need to step out of their lane and tell everyone else what they 'should' be doing. Especially when things are not the status quo. 

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Join us for another fruitful chat where Ben gives us an epic disclaimer to start the episode off. 

The fellas this week are all around the country, ranging from Sydney to north Western Australia to Melbourne. 

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This week on Out Of Class, Matt is sleeping in, away surfing or lost in a jungle, Ben and Gines have a great chat about a range of things. 

Ben shares his change in his lifestyle. He is currently not drinking any alcohol. They chat about making changes in life and signs you receive. They slowly get louder and louder in your world so you can take notice of them. We chatted about the morning after a few drinks, and how this changes your performance the following day. 

No change, that is worth it, is easy, it takes constant work and effort. 

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This is a global edition of Out Of Class - Matt joins Ben and Gines from Lombok Indonesia. 

This yet again another fruitful chat about, masks mandate changing how society is interacting with each other. From young students to adults encouraging them not to interact. 

Open conversation about is there a coincidence about young football players getting pulled off the field for heart problems. 

We also bring up the senate hearing in Australia where everyone is tip toeing on being politically correct of the definition of what a man and a woman are.

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This is a great episode! 

Matt shares his adventures at Cactus beach and the potential of surfing with sharks. This sparks the conversation of when are you so pumped that you should be scared but you are not. So, Matt, it is being in the water and being free, Ben it is his morning run, despite injuries it is a liberating feeling, and for Gines, it is race day, even under prepared, he is so pumped and excited for the journey of the race. 

We chat about the notion of Identity. What it is, what we are attracted to in our friends and partners. 

Most importantly what do we do if we can't do what is part of our identity, running, surfing, presenting, active...

When you can’t do what you use to do – how do you deal...

They explore the thought process that, everything moves to disorder and that our natural state is insanity, not sanity. As you know the natural state is for the human body to break down. Therefore, it requires energy to bring things in order. It requires conscious effort. 

Things all around us are changing constantly and we have to be okay with that. We can't stop the ocean, but you can learn how to move with it. 

Origins: How the Earth Shaped Human History

https://www.amazon.com.au/Origins-How-Earth-Made-Us-ebook/dp/B075MRXX5T

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This week the fellas start with a sunrise....

They chat about new toys, adventures in Warburton and Barhma, muddy waters, flights to Sydney, fuel prices. 

Join us as a we have a good ole fashioned chinwag. 

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Happy New Year!

This is our first episode of the new year.

We dive into a range of topics we touch on the notion and importance of getting away from the noise. The fellas chatted about their recent camping trip and touched on their upcoming one for Australia Day. 

We live in a noisy world with lots of distractions around us. It is easy to get sucked in by the noise. They chat about either it being a generational thing or just an individual thing of certain things being put in the 'too hard' basket. When the effort is not put in. Often the easy option is to say no, "I won't go here, or commit to this and that.'' Often the effort is worth the reward, but you have to be able to put yourself out there.

We going the value of believing in other people. The affect that it has on them is truly unknown, BJ Palmers quote, " We never know how far-reaching something we may think, say or do today will affect the lives of millions tomorrow."

This rang true with Robin Sharma, where one of his teachers showed some belief in him, and he has gone on to great things and become a best-selling author.

Robin Sharma new book, The Everyday Hero Manifesto: Activate Your Positivity, Maximize Your Productivity, Serve the World. -
https://www.amazon.com.au/Everyday-Hero-Manifesto-Robin-Sharma/dp/1443465356

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Ep. 55 Out of class - Running shoes, Champions in our worlds and environments. 

This week unfortunately Matt is missing in action, but Ben and Gines catch up on what has been present in their worlds. 

Gines shares his recent experience at Surf Coast Century 50k trail race. Which creates a great segway to champions in our world. Who is it for you that is your champion, the person that pushes to be better, to continue to show up when you don't want to? 

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Let's start with an apology for the short hiatus. Firstly we chose not to air an episode we recorded. Listen in to find out more! Secondly, Life has been quite hectic. 

But here we are! 

This week we chat about the challenges in our world and how it is time to ramp up and double down in these current times. Traditionally this is a time that Australi starts to slow down. However, this is a year where doubling down will help reap benefits while others will only start to gain momentum early next year. 

The fellas chat about the excuses coming out of lockdown had led to zero behaviour change. This can be linked to people losing their 'why'. 

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Gines, Matt and Ben get together again for an Out Of Class edition episode. 

This week the fellas talk about the flow of their days, in terms of if they are morning people or late nights type of people. Interesting chat about productivity, optimism, and general mindset. 

Ben shares the need to catch every sunrise and how it fuels him for the day. He is catching nearly every sunrise in the week and 3 to 4 of them are outdoors. Gines shares the morning sense of peace before everyone else is up. Where everything seems to a little bit slower and quieter. 

Matt talks about his friendly skateboarder demeanour, where he will strike a conversation with anybody anywhere. He sees it as an opportunity to have a connection with another human. It is a playful character that he brings on and suggests for people to try. 

Gines chats about the analogy of trying to strike connection and they are not hitting the ball back. Are they not hitting the ball back or did they miss it? 

Ask the question,lean in and be genuinely curious and listen to the answer to strike the connection. The fact we noticed each other can go a long way and giving your smile to someone else. The acknowledgment can mean a lot. Especially in a time of isolation and loneliness. 

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Gines is joined by guest Niro Dayalan in this week's episode

Niro is was once upon a time a CIO and led a corporate lifestyle, however realised that was not a match for him. Currently, Niro is a business owner, Freedom coach, Life strategist, speaker, and cousin to Gines.

They chat about how Niro's company, Unkonventional came about and how the name says it all. Niro shares his story of how his own life followed an unconventional path at every turn even from a young age. At a turning point, he realised it is not about fitting  into a conventional life but rather to belong. 

Gines explores the question of even when people are unhappy in their current situation most people choose not to do anything about it. The fact is that we are used to it. 

Niro explains his teaching of dharma. Dharma in transcript means fingerprint of the soul. Dharma is about getting in alignment. Niro chat to us about getting into alignment. Step one -  being done with the current life experience, step two - is learning and personal development, step three - discovering your identity and do the character work, Step 4 - is while you are doing the character work you discover your gifts. Finally leads to the step five - learning why we are here and what we are here to do. 

they also talk about the cost of decisions, not only cost of something now, but the cost of it in a week, a month, a few years from now and what does that really mean. A little 1% change now, can change your trajectory. 

Niro is launching Unkonventional University that will be launching soon. Unkonventioal University is a personal development program that works on things that really matter. 

"It is only those you can see the invisible, can do what seems impossible."

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Matt, Gines and Ben get back together this week for another Out Of Class chat.

They chat about segregation with age. At school, there is clear boundaries. They chat about, when you get older the gap between ages reduces.
The separation gets less when that transition happens to adulthood. This happens quicker when you are swimming with adults. Much like learning a new skill or upskilling. You get better when you are surrounded by people around you.   

Matt shares when he was younger he thought he knew everything. The typical 18-year-old bravado, then a switch occurred. Ben explores is it an age thing or is it a defining moment. 

Ben talks about the time he fell out of the palm tree. Until then he felt unstoppable, where the world revolved around him. It was a saga in getting Ben to hospital in Fiji. Post fall and crushing his heel, it was a dark time. There was an identity shift as the recovery took longer than expected. The moment realising that he was not in control was devasting. 

Gines chats about his defining moment being two fold, when his brother died in a car accident when he was 14. That experience made him grow up quite fast and realise that tomorrow is not a given. Coupled with chasing a degree for the money then realising there is another way to do life here. 

The fellas chat about buying into a narrative. Clinical psychologists say that this needs to be driven by fear and a sense of unease in their world. Secondly, there needs to be a lack of connection to purpose. When you take lack of meaning plus fear is the perfect storm for a stronger narrative. As people, we are needing some sort of certainty to hold on to. 

Currently, in our world, there are Drifters, Plodders and Decision-makers. We all can choose which one we want to be. But not choosing you are also choosing.

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This week Gines is joined by international guest, Erik Allen.

Erik Allen was raised in a broken home, battled addictions, jailed at 18, bankrupt at 21 only to turn everything around.  Erik is 16+ years sober, is a husband and father, podcaster, speaker, & now helping up and coming MMA fighters & entrepreneurs get known and noticed online.

Gines and Erik talk about Erik’s journey growing up, his challenges with drugs and alcohol and how he used them as a coping mechanism.

They explore the notion that the majority of society, when they are down and out, it is hard to ‘see’ opportunity. They are not open to it and often say, “It is different for me…” People get stuck in their cycles. This is strongly determined by who you surround yourself by. They are either going to pull you down and stay comfortable or make you level up.

The level of comfortability is attractive to the majority of people. To break the cycle is to get uncomfortable. Success happens by stretching yourself and getting out of your comfort zone. Today’s society is showing a very entitled comfortable mentality.

Erik talks about the power of consistency and putting in the work, day in and day out. As this consistency is the building blocks that not only builds success, it builds character.

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Out of class is a new segment of the Life Long Learner podcast. Out of class is the informal conversation between Gines, Matt, and Ben.

The fellas this week chat about what is going on in their worlds at the moment. Matt chats about making the most of the recent great weather and putting physical activity and freedom as a number one priority.

They explore the notion of systems in business and life to free up the time to give more freedom.

Ben talks about the challenges in ‘getting it right’ and why we make things way more complicated than it needs to be. Especially nutrition, eating has become super complicated. They asked what did, ‘they used to do in the old day…?’ Is there are a part of the ego coming out to solve a complicated problem.

Often the answer is simple. Simplicity can distill many things for us to be able to digest. However, in today’s society simple is not sexy.

Specialists know more and more about less and less until the ultimate specialist everything about nothing.

Currently, Australia is currently getting pulled apart. We are forced to take sides at the moment. Unfortunately, mateship is being tested in the process. Now more than ever human connection is needed in the world.

Mateship needs to be alive. Reach out to someone today and see how they are doing.

Things we mentioned on the show:

Lewis Howes - School of Greatness - Rob Drydek

Book -Exercised: The Science of Physical Activity, Rest and Health

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Gines is joined by John Engelander, the founder and CEO of Planet Earth Cleaning, out of the box thinker, a piano player, a mountain bike rider, and an avid storyteller.

Planet Earth is a cleaning company with a difference. Planet Earth CLeaning is the Australia's first Eco-Friendly commercial cleaning company.

John shares the inception story of Planet Earth, when he stepped in to do some cleaning and realised the toxicity of the chemicals that were used.

An important lesson he learned ‘owning the brand,’ coupled with know where the market is. Passion is one thing, but couple that with where there is a market for it. If there is no market for it, then it may not be sustainable.

Gines and John explore why the sustainability movement is louder than ever, and why some companies are adopting this for multiple reasons.

The current culture of consumerism and ‘keeping up with Jones’

“Swap out,” swap things that don’t make it matter.

“Things that matter most should not be at the mercy of things that matter least.”

This thought-provoking episode will make you think about what matters and maybe swapping behaviours that may better serve you.

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Gines and Matt chat about being in lockdown 6.0. This year feels slightly different from last year as it has been lockdown on lockdown off. They chat about how they are doing with it individually.

Gines chats about the lockdown building resilience and agility due to the necessity. As a leader, it the constant on and off lockdowns forces you to be quick to be able to take advantage of the market.

Gines mentions that his races have been cancelled due to the lockdowns, and how he is struggling to keep motivated to train even there is no certainty the next race will happen. Also, they chat about being a leader in this time, that they need transparency and unfaltering hope.

It is important to acknowledge where you are at and do it well. But that pity party does not have to last. Like episode 7 - Pandemic Mindset, it is important how you choose to use your time at the moment.

It is like standing in the rain and pretending it is not raining. You have to acknowledge it is raining. The longer you try and change the rain, the heavier the storm gets. You need to find ways to enjoy the glimmers and parts of being in the rain, as the rain is not changing

Currently, there is so much value in finding ‘your thing’ and experimenting what brings you joy. Remember to play, as play brings joy and play for the sake of play. There is so much we can learn from children to purely just enjoy what we currently have.

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Relationships, value-based pricing and the value of flexibility

Joel Cranshaw, lawyer by trade, father, partner, entrepreneur, serial joint venturer, founder of Clearpoint Enterprises - which is made up of, Mode Law, Clearpoint Ventures and Clearpoint Legal.

Joel and Gines and chat about the value of turning the traditional in-house counsel model on its head to make it more accessible to smaller businesses.

They chat about the underfunded startup industry here in Australia and the interesting work they do. How an interview from Startup Smart led Clearpoint to be the leading startup law firm on google.

Joel and Gines dive into the role that relationships play. Joel shares that in England it was easy and when he moved to Australia it was harder at the start. As an in-house lawyer work comes to you, compared to starting a business, you have to put yourself out there and establish multiple relationships.

Joel chats about the culture of his organisation. Culture is a key factor that he looks at when he hires, “are they a fit?”.

Traditionally the lawyers wear a badge of honour that describes working endless hours. This has led to the legal profession having many mental health problems. They go into that when the firm or career may be going well other areas of their lives suffer, health, well being, family.

They ponder, when is enough, enough? They dive into the notion that today’s society classifies ‘busy’ as ‘sexy’. Also the difference between value based pricing and time based pricing for professional services. If the output is the same? What is the difference between how long it took them to get there?

If you are committed to make people lives better, you have to do the hard yards and you may not make a lot of money at the start

At times too much support, is too much and does not let people learn for themselves. Which is a balance that you play as you develop people.

To get in touch with Joel Cranshaw head to...

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Clearpoint Enterprises

Clearpoint Legal

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This is part 2 of the 6 Human Needs Episode. If you missed part 1, check out episode 43. 

Matt and Gines recapped how they filled their needs over the last week, Certainty, Uncertainty, Love/Connection, and Significance.

In this episode, they go over the last 2 human needs, Growth and Contribution. These two needs do not necessarily need to get met. However, you are either choosing to meet them or choosing not to meet them.

Contribution is the human need of giving, donating, coaching, mentoring, helping out. The need is based on giving back. This podcast was born from contribution. It was born on the essence to share the conversation to give back value to our listeners.

Growth is the need for learning, growing, and evolving. The need to know more, to be humble. The growth need at times goes hand in hand with taking ego out of it. Matt chat about the beginner mindset that he holds with surfing, and that even with a depth of experience, he sees that he is still learning every time he gets in the water.

Growth goes hand in hand with curiosity, curious to know more, to stretch, to challenge the status quo.

They explore that there is a mystical dance associated with both of these needs. That when they are both fulfilled truly, they give back 10 fold.

“How do I want to contribute to the world? What do you have to offer?”

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In this episode we catch up with Chris Christofi from Reventon. Chris is a father of 4, founder and CEO of Reventon - full-service financial services firm, Vinnie's CEO sleepout Ambassador - face of the campaign this year,  author, speaker, found of Reventon Snooker academy and a whole lot more. 

He raised $112,000 for Vinnie's CEO sleepout this year. 

Chris and Gines dive into a range of topics from when Chris faced struggle early in his career and having to shift his mindset and build the foundation back again brick by brick. 

They talked about society's relationship to money and different risk appetites with partners and business partners. They explore the choice and the cost of not doing something. This is stemmed from fear and they do not want to be uncomfortable. 

They also talked about giving comes back 10 fold, and as leaders, it is our duty to give. They also talk about the mindset of abundance, of the mindset of having enough. Where you can give, the importance to give, and being grateful for what you have. 

Finally, they touch on why it is important to be selective on who you hang around with. Your inner circle and your belief are super important and it will determine where you may end up. 

"Hang around good people and your thoughts are super powerful."

Ways to connect with Chris
Chris's book Your Path to Wealth: Brick by Brick - https://www.amazon.com.au/Your-Path-Wealth-Brick-ebook/dp/B084NTJ38S

Reventon - https://reventon.com.au/
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-christofi/

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During this  2 part episode, Matt and Gines talk about the 6 human needs. Love and connection, Significance, Uncertainty, Certainty, Growth(part 2), and Contribution (part2).  These human needs play out in our worlds in some shape or form. 

The first four are presently getting fulfilled either by a conscious deliberate decision or by an unintentional decision. Also, there are 2 ways to fulfill these needs. Firstly, is a resourceful way, most times resource way is sustainable. However, the other side is an unresourceful way to fulfill these needs, which can prove to unsustainable. 

They chat about how these come up in their worlds and how most people who are unaware of these, how it will turn up. Taking stock of how you fill these needs is an interesting exercise. 

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This week Gines chats to Richard Lee. Richard is a banker and lawyer by trade, he had led over 180 IPO's (which is highest in Australia), founder of Fenix - a music platform set to de-centralise the system, so artists can monetise their art form directly and currently CEO of a nicotine-based vape company.

Richard talked about the adjustment of the pace of Australia, compared to the fast-paced in Asia. They chat about how doing business and 'coming into work,' has changed all over the world. It is not because they are scared, it is because they can put the washing on, work a maybe a 6 hour day, and be in trackies all day.

They explore the notion of society norms changing and potentially moving away from face to face. There is so much value in human connection, yet the value of having global teams and not having to travel as much also plays a part in it. They touch on, building business relationships will change with more and more zoom and virtual meetings being easier and convenient than face to face.

Richard is a fan of disruption. Disruption is very, Richard shares his insight on what can lead to a successful disruption. The beautiful thing about disruption and innovation is that it will eventually happen by someone or another. 

Richard leaves us with the thought, of taking stock and do it often. 

You can connect with Richard via - https://www.panoramaadvisory.com/

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The fellas this week are in lockdown 4.0 in Melbourne, Victoria. Breathing...

Breathing is the first and last thing we do on this planet. It also something that we all tend to take for granted. It’s something that just happens unconsciously.

Matt and Gines chat about the value of doing it intentionally. Scheduling in deliberate and conscious breathwork and how it can change the way we think, feel, and behave. Also how intentional breathwork can influence unconscious breathing retraining us to breath correctly through our noses and out our mouths.

The science is clear breathwork can reduce stress, reduce illness boost the immune system, and have dramatic positive effects on our circulatory, cardiovascular and nervous system, overall performance, and wellbeing and it is addictive, resulting in a natural high!

So join the boys and discover one of the greatest tools we all have at our disposal.

Breathing is the essence of life. Breath deeply, live fully.


The book Matt mentions, Think Like A Monk - Jay Chetty - https://thinklikeamonkbook.com/
Wim Hoff Youtube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQ 

This week we had a guest on our podcast, Brad Smith, owner and founder of Braaap Motorcycles, Husband, Dad, 2x Australian young entrepreneur of the year, 4x Australian specialised retail business of the year, author, speaker, kiteboarder and all-round good human. 

During this fireside chat (more like a chat at a noisy cafe, sorry listeners!) We chat about different era's of Brad's life, all of them very different from each other however similar strategies to get through them. 

Gines and Brad chat about, scaling fast, to having a multi-store monster, to challenge, to belief and faith,  to love and joy to repositioning his business. 

They talk about after challenge, building a business that is in order so people can flourish is super important and that is the responsibility of the leader. Also the importance of being clear of what can be shit list, as in growth you do not have time for everything.

We dive into one's purpose, faith, god and the value of rest and peace.

This is an epic conversation that will definitely lead to part 2 down the track, please tune for plenty of gold nuggets. 

Braaap Motorcycles

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Today Gines and Matt are joined by Ryan Doughty, the owner of the award-winning Summit adventure park. Ryan shares his incredible story and together the three of them unpack the lessons Ryan has learned from the past 15 years of building successful businesses, powerful teams, and a large loving family.

During this playful and passionate interview, It becomes quite clear that whatever good things Ryan has built have also built him.

Ryan explains that after many years and many mistakes, relationships are the most important part of any success story and that he now makes a conscious effort to ensure that growth isn’t at the expense of relationships. Ryan openly discusses some of his regrets over the years and helps us to stay focused on what’s truly important.

So tune in and uncover some key ingredients that will enable you to successfully building anything in your life, whether it’s a business, relationships, teams, or a more supportive mindset.

“Success is not just about what you accomplish in life but what you inspire others to do! “

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This week Gines and Matt talk about being uncomfortable. 

They explore the value of being uncomfortable and the value of putting ourselves in uncomfortable situations. They share the most recent uncomfortable situations and what they have learned from them.

There is plenty of benefits of playing outside your comfort zone. Let's not try and kid ourselves our comfort zone is nice, it is warm, it is snuggly it is...comfortable.

When we stretch ourselves a little, things on the edges or maybe completely outside our comfort zone, we are open, we grow, we learn, and it usually leads to great things. 

Nothing extraordinary came from playing within one's comfort zone. Also there nothing wrong with wanting to be ordinary, that is okay. However, if you want to be extraordinary you are going to have to push yourself outside your comfort zone. 

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This week Gines and Matt chat about the value of learning.

They discuss why we as humans naturally love learning and how curiosity can play a major role in motivating us as adults.

They touch on what may happen if we stop learning and just go through the motions, they theorize why some stop questioning things or striving to develop themselves and what effect that has on the human spirit.

We can choose to learn from everything that happens for us, however that is a choice, that many do not choose. 

Life never stops teaching so why stop learning. Tune in for the reminder you need to kick start your personal development and growth.

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We have all been there, Sunday afternoon rolls around and the heavyweight seems to sink in, Monday is coming! We have this connotation about Monday's being dreadful, heavy, non-joy provoking kinda day. This happens when we come back from holidays too...Why is that?

Gines and Matt chat about why they love their Monday. They heard from they friends family and colleagues, 'oh it is easy for you.' you see all have a choice on how we look at Mondays. If we like it or not, Mondays are coming and they are going to continue to come. 

They chat about how you can set up your Monday mornings for a series of green lights. 

Life is too short to not like Mondays. It doesn't have to be always sunshine and rainbows, but what is the overall feeling of Mondays?

We can choose what our Monday look mornings look like. 

"The storm is coming if we like it or not, you can stay inside and whinge about it, or learn to dance in the ran."

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This week Gines and Matt chat about Intuition. They discuss the power of intuition and how it can take you from A to Z without having to go through all the other letters of the alphabet. They discuss how for many of us we have never been taught how to activate this super power, in many cases we live in a world that shouts hard work and if you can’t see it it isn’t real.

Most of us have been brought up to believe in the 5 senses.

What about our 6 sense, intuition?

Can it be developed like a muscle?

Why do we struggle to discern the voice of intuition and that of self doubt and what can we do to remedy this???

So join the boys as they unpack this super power and give you ideas to help  develop and trust your intuition.

“The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honours the servant and has forgotten the gift.”

Albeit Einstein.

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This week Gines and Matt chat about Discipline. They explore their definition of discipline, the shapes of discipline, and the feelings associated with the discipline. 

Discipline is turning up regardless of how you feel plus the consistency during the hard times. They talk about the difference between stubbornness and discipline. Both will get shit done. Discipline is deliberate, while stubborn is driven by emotions. 

Why does stubbornness have a negative connotation? 

They also chat about ways to cultivate discipline. The small steps stack together to create the wins to reinforce discipline. 

What is something that you can cultivate more discipline in your life this week? 

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2020 has come and gone and now its in the rear-view. Join Gines and Matt as they catch up and chat about what they learnt, what they want to experience more of this year and what they want to take with them into 2021. 

They the lesson they learned from 2020, the realisations and the ah-ha moments. 

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Tune in to hear Gines and Matt send off 2020 and wish you the happiest of New Years.

This is the time of year to reflect on what was a dramatic year and look back at some of the lessons out of it and celebrate the wins. They share their thoughts on the importance of the reflection process and make recommendations for time to dream big and let those thoughts and feelings simmer as you completely connect with where you are.

There is so much value in the recovery and they suggest taking some time to enjoy life. To smell the roses and be grateful for all the wins.

The new year is here so dream big and let go of the ‘how’ for the holiday period. Enjoy where you are and enjoy the end of 2020 in the spirit of how you want 2021 to be. See you in 2021.

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It is a festive time of year. Let the celebrating begin.

This week Matt and Gines chat about the benefits and the need to celebrate.

Celebrating does not happen enough in today's world. Often secluded to Hallmark specific days of the year. Birthday. Christmas. Mother’s Day. Father day. Valentine’s Day. It can seem very clinical and lifeless.

What about the daily celebrations, for all the things in our life. What about celebrating the our relationships. our body, our mind and most importantly the daily wins. Why do the problems take up all our attention when the celebration is the fuel in the tank?

The boys challenge each other and you,  to put more fuel in your tank celebrate the daily wins and all that you already have.

Keep striving but don’t forget the grateful heart.

The more you celebrate in your life, the more there is to celebrate.

Life should not only be live but celebrated. Not sure which one ;) you choose

This week Gines and Matt talk about Learning from Change.

Charles Darwin  says it best, It’s not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change.

The boys explore the idea that everything is constantly changing around us. They discuss how to create certainty within uncertainty and talk about how we as human beings are made to evolve.

Sometimes it isn’t obvious that our resistance to change is what is actually causing us pain and suffering not the change itself.

This week Gines and Matt encourage you next time you feel the pressure to look for the change that will move you into the flow of things and try letting go of the things you can’t control.

Change is inevitable sometimes you just get to role with it!

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According to the dictionary Hope is defined by - "a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen."

Hope is something to look forward too. Also hope is a mindset, that can be influenced by changing perspectives. So often our hope is dictated by our surroundings, our environment, imagine cultivating hope regardless of what is happening around you. Imagine finding peace in the midst of chaos.

Gines and Matt chat about the difference between Faith and Hope. Faith seems to be about belief. A belief system associated with yourself, someone, a group, something larger than you.

When we hear that word so many of use reject the entire concept of faith due to all the stigma associated with religion. Is it possible that we have confused religion with faith!? Is that why we don’t trust it?

Hope is a little less of a leap, it can be seen associated with a tangible outcome.... this is easier for us to grasp... and is less tainted by history.

In our society we have learnt if you can’t see it it isn’t there, hope you can see, its the light at the end of the tunnel and however far off it is if we can see the light we can draw courage from it!

Hope and faith are very closely intertwined and connected. Both are important and are present everywhere in many different forms.

Our over all well being and happiness seems to be tied to our relationship with one or both of these. Hope and Faith. So check in, how is your relationship with Hope and Faith... for many of us we have lost faith for many reasons... that’s ok maybe fall back on hope... and over time don’t be surprised if Hope teaches you faith... not in the tradition religious sense, faith in you, faith in humanity, faith in the universe, a knowing it’s all going to be ok, that you are right where you are meant to be!

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This week Matt interviews Gines! Most of the time when people find out what distances Gines runs, their response is 'Wow, you can run,' while he simply replies, 'Yeah you can say I like to run.' 

During the chat the fellas explore what Gines has learned from running , why he does it and keeps bringing him back for me each time. They talk about being curious in finding out what the body is capable of and diving down a rabbit hole of running. Running has taught Gines first hand that the body is stronger than the  mind initial thinks and when you can master your mind you can train your mind to be stronger than your body.

This is where a form of resilience is born. The resilience that is needed to push through a tough point in an ultra marathon has taught Gines to face day to day challenges with a higher amount of ease. We learn that running is not just running, the mental side is very strong in the sport. 

Gines also talks about his tribe. The difference between a 'cheer squad' and a 'commit squad.' The ability in the knowing what  you need in a difficult situation, before the situation occurs. Plus there explore difference in what you need versus what you want.

"All it is, is one foot in front of another."

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This week we chat about learning from courage. What is courage? How do we use it? When is it needed? 

Courage can be to speak up, to step up, to stand up for the underdog and or yourself. However, it also take courage to be quiet, listen and show compassion. Current society it is very common for there to be a lack of courage, because it is uncomfortable at times. Humans are wired to take the path of least resistance and less painful, however it may not serve you long term. 

We explore the notion of courage takes audacity and will propel you forward in numerous ways. We talk about tangible strategies to take away and use to show and play with courage. 

If you liked this episode, let us know! Leave us a review, send us a message, say hello! 

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This week we have a special guest and dear friend all the way from Canada, Mr. Marc Cooper. Marc is a very talented established individual, he is an epic camp director of camp Tamarack, Director and founder of Wowmentum, leadership guru, artist, costume extraordinaire, loving husband and dad and all round great guy!

We dive into leaderships styles to hiring practices, the value in cheering on the under dog and everything in between. The value of unorthodox leadership and the transferable nature of camp culture into any other organisation. 

Marc is an unique person and that is one of his many super powers. We ask Marc to share about diving into finding his authentic self and why he thinks at times in today's society it is a hard thing to do.

Marc's end note, "Never play leap frog with a unicorn." 

Where to find Marc? Marc@wowmentum.com

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This episode is a ripper! We should have been talking for hours, don't worry we didn't We chat about EGO, all things that go with the ego. Can the ego serve us? Is it all bad? When can the ego help us? We chat about the times when ego is misrepresented and when it can aid with your situations you may face.

We mention the notion of the beginner mindset. how that mindset does not lead with the ego, instead it leads with curiosity. 

Very interesting episode, tune in to find out more. 

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Matt and Gines have a great chat about principles. What role they play in day to day life, what are they? How they differ to values? They chat about how principles is tightly tied to character and can the substance that one stands for. However, they question what is the cost of your principle being carried out? Meaning is it worth being Happy or Right? What happens when two different principles collide? 

Listen in for an insight conversation about principles!

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This week we chat about the notion of learning from teachers and educators. How the traditional sense of them are in schools and institutions. However, before school who did you learn from? Most likely your primary care giver and from yourself. We explore the notion about what is we looked at everyone as a teacher. What would that look like?

If you took every interaction you had from colleagues, to friends to family to the person serving you at the petrol station as a learning moment. It is important to note that we must be ready and open to learn. If you are not then there is no learning going to happen. We challenge you to start looking at interaction and see how you can learn from that person and the situation. 

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We chat about the power in what you can learn from being alone. There is so much you can learn from being with yourself. Currently we have a lot of time to spend by ourselves or with our immediate household. Right now we all have a choice how we want to spend this time.
Our world has lot of distractions, those distractions have been somewhat taken away, are you finding yourself looking for those distractions? on your phone, mind numbing hours in front of Netflix? Or you choosing to do something you always wanted to learn or enjoy the book you hav been thinking about for a while? 

"The funny thing is when you start feeling happy by alone, that's when people decide to be with you"

We mention the book Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - https://www.amazon.com.au/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808

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Now more than ever encouragement is needed. There is a lot of doom and gloom in the media and all round us, especially with recent lock downs. Encouragement is so powerful and can be the much needed pick me up for someone. At tunes encouragement is coupled with feedback which definitely has it's place, however, encouragement on it own is even more powerful.

Matt and Gines chat about difference of genuine and non genuine encouragement. There is also an importance to be open to encouragement, as if you don't let it in you will receive the benefit from it all.

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