Episodes
Wednesday May 31, 2023
S3-10 - Into the mystic: More interpretations of the subconscious
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
In this episode, Rod and Lesley pick up from where they left off and continue to talk about Carl Jung's ideas. This time, they into the mystical subconscious. They talk about energy impulses that some think connect the us to the universe. This is the kind of topic that Rod probably wouldn't have known what to do with it a couple of years ago - but now, he is seeing how some of it comes together. As always, Lesley is a step ahead. References in the podcast to a discussion on 'Seek, and it will seek you' from way back in Season 1, Episode 40. The book - Midlife: Humanity's Secret Weapon by Andrew Jamieson. https://www.amazon.ca/Midlife-Humanitys-Secret-Andrew-Jamieson/dp/1912559382 (we have no referral payments set up) Pauli, refers to Wolfgang Pauli. Read more here on his and Jung's theory of Synchronicity - https://nautil.us/the-synchronicity-of-wolfgang-pauli-and-carl-jung-238037/
Wednesday May 17, 2023
S3-09 - Is it even possible to change oneself? Can you help us Carl Jung?
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Wednesday May 17, 2023
In this episode, Rod and Lesley go way back. They go to what could the origin story question 'can we change?' and reach back a 100 years to Carl Jung for help in answering the question. This topic was inspired from a book Rod is reading now called "Midlife : humanity's secret weapon" by Andrew Jamieson.
This is a deep thinking discussion into the subconscious, archetypes, and the mystical. All things Carl Jung explored from the camp of 'yes, we can change, but it takes a lot of work into self awareness and individuation'.
As always, Rod and Lesley make a big topic accessible and fun.
Wednesday May 10, 2023
S3-08 - Making decisions, picking a path, changes how you think
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Wednesday May 10, 2023
In this episode, Rod and Lesley pick up after a long break for the podcast with a topic they have discussed before - decision making. While Lesley remains confident in her decisive decision making approach, Rod has evolved. He explains what it feels like for someone who liked to leave their options open, to force themselves to pick a path. Transformative!
ps - stay tuned, Rod and Lesley are back and next week's episode is already recorded and it is profound, deep, and will be a classic. They ask the question 'is it even possible to change oneself. And in doing so, tap into Carl Jung for some guidance. Look for it next Wednesday.
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
S3-07 - New Year’s resolution themes vs goals
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk new year's resolutions and all things that make us not like them. The shift the focus on accepting best efforts versus hard smart goals. There is discussion about new year's reflections on do betters; all with a desire to avoid making ourselves feel worse when we don't follow through.
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
S3-06 - Mulling over self determination theory
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take in something called, 'self-determination theory'. Rod did some deep research and set the stage by explaining the theory and Lesley brought it to life with some real life reactions and examples. For more of your own research, go to the source and check out this site here. https://selfdeterminationtheory.org/the-theory/
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
S3-05 - Politeness and finding your voice
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
Wednesday Dec 14, 2022
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take inspiration from Geena Davis' biography (Dying of Politeness) to discuss what it is like to be polite and unimposing in the world we live in. They wonder about people who aren't absorbed in worrying whether they have been impolite. Rod hasn't read the book in question but feels like he knows the subject intimately and has lots to say.
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
S3-04 - Choosing between right and happy
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
Wednesday Dec 07, 2022
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about the times when it is good to choose happy over right. Right being the thing that we are sure is true and that needs to be imparted on those around us. As Lesley explains to Rod, sometimes, it is better to choose a good relationship than the need to be seen as right.
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
S3-03 - Return to office, part 2
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
In this episode, Rod and Lesley continue the conversation on return to office. This time, they take the insights to a new level and realize some of the big barriers to getting people in the routine of returning to the office - one gem, too many decisions to make each day when switching up routines. Leslie still doesn't know the theme song to the Jetsons, but does show that this podcast might one day do an episode in the form of interpretative song.
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
S3-02 - Returning to old habits - like going into the office
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
In this episode, Rod and Lesley continue with the theme of returning, and dive into the return to office and the future of work after the big, long, scary pandemic called COVID. Thinking about the future of work they see the Jetsons - and for those wondering what the theme song was, here it is - https://youtu.be/tTq6Tofmo7E They also discuss the balance and benefits between flexibility and routine and how people are experiencing the change.
Thursday Oct 06, 2022
S3-01 - Getting back into the swing of things
Thursday Oct 06, 2022
Thursday Oct 06, 2022
In this episode, Rod and Lesley dive into the age old challenge of - getting back into the swing of things. Yes, they took the summer off. Yes, they 'relaxed', and 'recharged', and forgot all about podcasting. Getting back into the routine is hard, and this is a common challenge for anyone who is trying to make changes in life - when the reality is a 'change' is never something that sticks 100% of the time.