Seed of Dreams with Chip Richards - How to Grow the Vision Life is Asking You to Live
Soma Collective
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Seed of Dreams with Chip Richards — How to Grow the Vision Life Is Asking You to Live In this episode of the Soma Collective Podcast, I sit down with author, speaker, and creative guide Chip Richards to explore the powerful and poetic insights behind his new book, Seed of Dreams: A Practical Guide to Growing the Vision Life Is Asking You to Live. This isn’t your typical self-help conversation. Chip brings a grounded, soulful wisdom that helps us tune into the deeper calling beneath the noise—what he calls the “seed of a dream” planted within each of us. We...
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Living a Life of Greatness - Sarah Grynberg x Gary Gorrow
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Melli O'Brien - Deep Resilience
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In this conversation, Melli O'Brien discusses her book 'Deep Resilience' and the importance of developing inner strength in the face of adversity. She shares her personal journey, the challenges she faced, and how they shaped her understanding of resilience. Melli introduces a four-step framework designed to help individuals cultivate resilience, emphasizing the significance of values and self-compassion. The discussion also touches on the role of teachers, the nature of stress, and the concept of surrender as a means to navigate life's challenges. In this conversation, Melli O'Brien...
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Nam Baldwin: Breathe for Peak Performance
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🎙️ What does it take to become world-class? 🏆 In sports, the proof lies in medals, trophies, and championships. But what’s the secret behind those achievements? In this episode, I sit down with Nam Baldwin—the performance coach behind legends like Jess Fox, Mick Fanning, and Anthony Joshua. Nam shares powerful insights on mastering breathwork and tapping into deep intrinsic values, revealing how true performance excellence starts from within. His wisdom is as practical as it is profound, and I came away inspired by how authentically he lives these principles. If you're curious...
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Gary Gorrow x Over the Back Fence Podcast
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We have a special treat for you as we share an insightful conversation featuring our very own co-founder, Gary Gorrow, who was recently interviewed on the "Over the Back Fence" podcast with Nicola and Di. In this enlightening episode, Gary passionately discusses the importance of living inwardly and awakening our inner lives to achieve the 200% value—a harmonious balance of 100% outer life and 100% inner life. He also delves into redefining spirituality, emphasising the significance of connectedness—to ourselves, to spirit, to nature, to others and to the present moment. ...
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Loco Love Unwrapped: Building a Chocolate Empire w/ Emica Penklis
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Join us as we unwrap the fascinating creation story of , where passion meets entrepreneurship in the world of chocolate. What began as a humble personal love affair for Emica Penklis, which saw her tinkering around in her kitchen with cacao, has since grown exponentially. With the help of her partner Jesse Lawrence the dynamic duo have created one of Australia's most soulful and successful chocolate brands. This intimate interview is filled with behind-the-scenes insights, invaluable wisdom and inspiration from two visionary entrepreneurs who dared to dream big and follow their hearts. Whether...
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Kerwin Rae Encore: The Continuing Conversation
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Following our previous podcast featuring the incredible Kerwin Rae, () many of you expressed a strong desire for more insights from this extraordinary individual. Well, your wish is our command! Kerwin graciously returned as a guest for our latest Soma Sunday event and we've just released another captivating episode. Together, we embarked on a thought-provoking journey into the multifaceted world of Kerwin Rae, a man of limitless brilliance. With a penchant for delving deep into a variety of intriguing topics, we ventured into uncharted territories, occasionally strayed down rabbit holes,...
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Jaguar Heart: Finding Purpose
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In this riveting episode of the Soma Collective podcast, host Peter Ostick delves deep into the transformative journey of Jaguar Heart. From a turbulent childhood marked by abuse and despair, sought solace in the world's distractions. But material success couldn't fill the void within. Discover how Jaguar turned his life around, transcending trauma and materialism to become a sought-after therapist. This is a story of resilience, transformation and the unwavering belief in the capacity for healing. For all upcoming retreats at Soma follow this
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Damon Gameau: Visionary Journey
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In this special episode we delve deep into the world of visionary, filmmaker, actor, director, producer and an environmentalist Damon Gameau. His work has captured the hearts and minds of millions. His groundbreaking documentary "That Sugar Film" was a powerful exposé that opened our eyes to the dangers of hidden sugars lurking in our everyday diets. It subsequently become Australia's highest-grossing documentary of all time. His other epic "2040," was an inspiring journey into the realms of possibility to solve our ecological crisis. Damon's was nominated for NSW Australian of the Year for...
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Ben Gordon: Zen and the Art of Heavy Metal with drummer from Parkway Drive
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Join us for a captivating conversation as Gary Gorrow sits down with Ben Gordon, the drummer of Australian rock legends, Parkway Drive! In this episode, we explore the fascinating duality of Ben's life. He's the thunderous drummer on stage, yet a calm, introspective soul offstage. Discover how he combines the intensity of heavy metal with the serenity of meditation to find balance in a chaotic world. Ben takes us on a wild ride into the life and times of a rock star, generously shares his insights into how he balances the polarities of life, staying centered amidst the...
info_outline- Melli O'Brien emphasizes the importance of resilience in today's complex world.
- The book 'Deep Resilience' offers a four-step framework for inner strength.
- Personal challenges can lead to deeper understanding and compassion for others.
- Humility is a key aspect of the journey towards resilience.
- Stress is not inherently negative; it's our relationship with it that matters.
- Acceptance of reality can lead to better adaptation in difficult situations.
- Values play a crucial role in guiding our responses to adversity.
- Mindfulness and emotional regulation are essential tools for resilience.
- The inner critic can be a significant barrier to personal growth.
- Timeless principles of resilience have been taught for centuries and remain relevant. Self-kindness is essential during times of adversity.
- Creating a self-care plan can help maintain balance.
- Inner child work can foster self-compassion and healing.
- Understanding the mind's patterns can reduce suffering.
- Experiencing awe can enhance feelings of connection and peace.
- Wisdom is crucial in navigating a changing world.
- Mindfulness practices can stabilize emotional responses.
- Humour and playfulness can diffuse seriousness in life.
- Regular self-care practices are vital for mental health.
- Compassionate awareness can transform our relationship with ourselves.