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EP 39 - The Upshift Movement with Dr. Ervin Laszlo

Release Date: 04/20/2023

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EP 39 - The Upshift Movement with Dr. Ervin Laszlo

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Join Steve and Dr. Laszlo as they delve into the Upshift Movement and how it’s changing the game for entrepreneurs and business leaders alike. They also discuss the importance of being a part of something bigger than oneself and how incorporating higher ideals into business can lead to greater success and fulfillment.

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this podcast is a must-listen. You’ll learn how to tap into the infinite potential of the human mind and how to create a business that reflects your values and vision for the future.

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Top golden insights

Realize that there is nothing truly separate from the rest of the world.
One business or person is not separate from others, we are part of a larger whole.
We must make that our goal to contribute to the larger whole, we will do well for ourselves and others.
Be of service to others, follow your north star, it’s in you.
The idea of EVOLUTION, evolving to something higher. We are here to pursue the fullness of life.

Timestamps

3:08 - Dr. Lazlo on how he started playing the piano

7:56 Evolving and getting a deeper sense of work by contributing to others.

14:00 - The Upshift Movement

18:32 - Resources about Upshift and Downshift

25:37 - Be part of something bigger than yourself

27:05 - 28:00 What people really yearn for in life.

28:05 - Ups and downs of life, all of that is necessary for our evolution.

30:10 - Businesses are not separate from others, it’s are part of a larger whole.

40:10 - 44:37 Be of service to others, follow your north star, it’s in You.

Guest Resources

Take part in the movement and contribute to a better world. -https://worldupshift.org/
Ask Ervin - Your chance to ask a modern-day genius the deeper questions about life, spirituality, consciousness, the nature of reality or anything that science and philosophy might address. - https://thelaszloinstitute.com/
Books from Dr. Ervin Laszlo - Click here

Guest Bio

Ervin Laszlo, twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, is editor of the international periodical World Futures: The Journal of General Evolution and Chancellor-Designate of the newly formed GlobalShift University. He is the founder and president of the international think tanks the Club of Budapest and the General Evolution Research Group and the author of 83 books translated into 21 languages.

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