If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, distracted, or like you’re just going through the motions, this episode is for you.
I’m chatting with Shani Persson, co-founder of Wonder, about what it means to "be where your feet are.” We unpack what being truly present looks like, not just as a buzzword, but as a way of living and working that honors us as whole human beings with brains, bodies, and lives.
We dive into why it’s so hard to stay connected to ourselves in today’s nonstop world, and how self-awareness and self-inquiry can help us create work and life experiences that actually feel meaningful. We also talk about the power and challenge of saying no, and why listening to ourselves is a radical act of care.
Key Takeaways:
Recognize the importance of being present and enjoying the process, rather than constantly striving for the next thing.
Learn to say no and set boundaries to maintain energy and focus. The facade of control can lead to addictive behaviors and a constant need for dopamine hits.
The awareness of mortality can awaken us to what truly matters in life and help us reevaluate our priorities.
Being present and letting go of urgency can bring more joy and clarity to our lives.
Resources Mentioned:
Essentialism by Greg McKeown https://amzn.to/4bhrk4F
Connect with Shani:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanipersson/
Wonder: https://www.justwonder.co/
More About Building Thinkers:
I'm your host, Tracy Clark, and this is where potential becomes reality through deliberate curiosity, reflection, practice, and play. The Building Thinkers podcast is based on the realization that there's exponential potential in the things we build.
And so, in my little corner of the internet and podcasting land, I want to take my 12 favorite problems, these are my constant curiosities, and I want to go deeper. I want to build thinkers. This is a community of multi-potentialites who may be disoriented by all the possibilities of success we envision but haven't yet achieved.
If any of that sounds like you, come listen in. Welcome to the Building Thinkers podcast.
