This episode of Question This Life is a solo episode with your host.
Part 1 | 00:00:00 - 00:36:47 | Cat update & other stuff from the week gone by.
Part 2 | 00:36:47 - 01:08:35 | How to get unstuck in life; some personal experiences.
Key topics of discussion in this episode include;
Part 1 ( Long Cat Update! )
- 4 months since adopting 2 kittens - the latest news.
- The process of settling the cats in to their new surroundings after a long journey from the shelter; from their early anxious / crazy days to now very calm, comfortable and loving pets.
- The steps that needed to be taken to get the flat ready, some early vet experiences, and the importance of proper food and nutrition.
- The interesting fact that they have very different personalities that are now shining through.
- How you quickly learn the typical 'cat language' communication techniques, and the deep meaning of their physical movements in terms of their mood, overall happiness and their relationships with each other and their owners.
- The concept of seeing a pet completely in a completely different way as an adult vs as a child.
- Overcoming and healing some personal pet-related traumas from childhood.
- Is a pet to a certain extent like having a kid? If so, how much? Is it possible that pets choose their owners?
- The process of setting boundaries within the living space - setting rules of what's allowed / not allowed - which rooms are and aren't accessible and so on.
- How much a human can truly get from an awesome pet relationship.
Part 1 (Other stuff)
- The fact that outdoor shows and events are now allowed - meaning that standup comedy in person is (finally!) back on the table.
- A quick summary of the comedy scene in the host's city.
- The negative effect the current times around the world has had in terms of people's mental health, inter-personal relations, the human-side of things.
- The current logistical nightmare, beaurocracy and additional costs of flying across borders. Not being able to visit family.
- Keeping a positive mindset of light always being stronger than darkness.
- Considering buying a second-hand car - to improve mobility and open up the possibility of short trips.
Part 2
- Continuing the story from last week's episode - how to get unstuck in life.
- More of the hosts' personal experiences following years of going up the corporate ladder, constantly 'feeling stuck', losing a job and hitting a crossroads in life.
- Taking a moment to find your true passions and interests - and finding a way to make them a genuine reality and active part within your actual life.
- Changing your mindset regarding your work and life experience to date. Positive ways of re-packaging your skills to help you create new income streams.
- Learning to trust your gut; when to say 'Yes!' to try something new, and when to say 'No!' to stop yourself getting stuck in a similar situation again.
- The personal experience of finding a new career by chance - simply by following what 'feels right', making the most of opportunities and forging new roads in life.
- Finding the balance between doing something new, and not completely letting go of the last branch before you latch onto the next.
This is a completely free plug for a wonderful book that will be mentioned many times in this show, having hugely influenced the host at key times in life:
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield. Available at: https://stevenpressfield.com
If you haven't already, and you're someone who finds it difficult to make your passions and dreams a reality - do yourself a favour and take the time to read this very digestible summary of the resistant forces that prevent us from living the life we want to live - as well the necessary advice and tools to overcome them.
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