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Good Morning On PurposeAN ENDINGAll things must come to an end. And this episode reveals one of them! Enjoy, and have a Good Morning On Purpose.Music:'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Your Number's Up (OST)' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2026-01-0310 minGood Morning On PurposeSELF STEWARDSHIPWe all have different motives for going out of our way to do things for others. For some people this drive to take care of everyone around you can be overwhelming, all consuming, and even unhealthy. In this episode I make a first attempt to talk about healthy self stewardship, allowing you to show up for others with respect and responsibility in mind. Enjoy!Music:'Snowfall' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Frankincense and Myrrh' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2026-01-0208 minGood Morning On PurposeCHARACTERIn this very candid stream of consciousness episode I ramble on until I reach a modest realization about Character, and how recognizing it can help us all to have a Good Morning On Puspose. Enjoy!Music:'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Rise Above' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Last And First Light' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2026-01-0214 minGood Morning On PurposeYOALStrange noises. Unexpected encounters. To step into the unknown - is it bravery? Or foolishness? Listen to discover the answer, and how it leads to a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Music:'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Chronicle' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2026-01-0212 minGood Morning On PurposeREFLECTIONAs the year approaches its end I take some time to speak about some of the reflection I've done. Sometimes looking back helps clarify the way forward to a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Music:'Sleep' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Victor Lux' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2026-01-0209 minGood Morning On PurposeDISTRACTIONAre you a chronic multitasker? Perhaps you're easily distracted or often lose your train of thought? In this episode of Good Morning On Purpose, we explore the hidden cost of distraction and the myth of multitasking. From social media pings to intrusive ads, even small interruptions can hijack our focus and increase stress—without us realizing it.Enjoy!Articles:Gloria Mark et al., The Cost of Interrupted Work (2008)Mark et al., Focused, Aroused, but so Distractible (2015)Ophir, E., Nass, C., & Wagner, A. D., Cognitive Control in Media Multitaskers (2009)...
2025-12-2014 minGood Morning On PurposeLOOKING UPHow often do you take a few moments to stare at the sky on a beautiful day? To look through the trees for the bird singing in its nest? To check the roof of your house for damage, or admire the architecture of the tall old buildings downtown? In this episode I mull over the value of looking up, and it leads to how we might use appreciation to have a Good Morning On Purpose. ENjoy!Quotes:"Were all stars to disappear or die,I should learn to look at an empty skyAnd...
2025-12-2011 minGood Morning On PurposeNOTHINGVacuums. Void. Nothingness. Particles and antiparticles. We are all energy? And finally, perspective, bringing us to how we might have a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Articles:The Casimir force between real materials: Experiment and theory. G. L. Klimchitskaya*, U. Mohideen, and V. M. Mostepanenko.Music:'A Kind Of Hope' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Chasing Daylight' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www...
2025-10-0712 minGood Morning On PurposeBOUNCEHave you ever pondered how the theoretical start to our universe mirrors our comparatively fleeting experience on this earth? I have, and arrived at why you as a part of this unbelievable universe can have a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Music:'Reawakening' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'The Fury' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2025-10-0616 minGood Morning On PurposeICARUSIn this episode I review several versions of the story of Icarus and how his fall shows us how we might have a Good Morning On Puspose.Music:'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Castles in the Sky' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Tears In Rain' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2025-10-0512 minGood Morning On PurposeSINGULARITYI jumped out of bed to share a moment of inspiration based on a podcast episode I'd recently listened to about black holes. Learn how a cosmic sound represents how we might all have a Good Morning On Purpose.Media:LIGO Lab Caltech : MIT - The Sound Of Two Black Holes Colliding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyDcTbR-kEAJanna Levin: Black Holes, Wormholes, Aliens, Paradoxes & Extra Dimensions | Lex Fridman Podcast #468 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6m4iJIw_84Music:'Uprising' by Scott...
2025-10-0213 minGood Morning On PurposeSTARSI reflect on a moment decades in the making as I look into the sky and realize how we can live in the moment and have a Good Morning On PurposeMusic:'Echoes' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Artemis' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2025-10-0212 minGood Morning On PurposeMEANINGAwake far before the sun, I reflect in the wee hours of the morning on meaning, landing on how we can make the beginning of every day a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Music:‘At The End Of All Things’ by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2025-09-3016 minGood Morning On Purpose3 GOOD THINGSToday I was thinking about how hard it can be at times to practice what you preach, advice that I've given people that I worked with, and how focusing on 3 good things can lead to the consistent experience of a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Links:https://dhwblog.dukehealth.org/reflect-on-three-good-things/Music:'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Rise Above' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2025-09-2906 minGood Morning On Purpose3 Good ThingsI reflect on practicing what you preach, advice that I've given people, and how focusing on 3 good things can helps us all have a good morning on purpose.Links:https://dhwblog.dukehealth.org/reflect-on-three-good-things/Music:
2025-09-2901 minGood Morning On PurposePEACEAt a time when it was both sunny and rainy, I walked and reflected on chaos and peace, arriving at how we might manifest a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Quotes:"Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding. You cannot subjugate a forcibly unless you wipe out every man, woman, and child. Unless you wish to use such drastic measures, you should find a way of settling your disputes without resort to arms." - Albert Einstein, Cosmic Religion, with Other Opinions and Aphorisms:“Peace, for me...
2025-09-2709 minGood Morning On PurposeINDEPENDENCE(day)My thoughts, feelings, and readings on the day that celebrates America's independence leads to how I believe we might create a Good Morning On Purpose. Enjoy!Quotes:“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal,that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights,that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” - Declaration of Independence“But the day is past. The Second Day of July, 1776, will be the most memorable epoch in the history of America.—I am apt to believe...
2025-09-2611 minGood Morning On PurposeTRUTHJoin me in this episode as I explore the meaning of truth from across the world to prove that on any given day you can have a Good Morning On Purpose.Quotes:"To say of what is that is, and of what is not that is not, is true." - Aristotle."Cogito Ergo Sum" - Rene Descartes. Discourse on the Method.Music:'Rainbows' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Last And First Light' by Scott Buckley - released...
2025-09-2513 minGood Morning On PurposeSTRENGTHIn this episode I muse on the meaning of strength, where it comes from, and how it might help us all have a Good Morning On Purpose.Quotes:“We must never forget that we may also find meaning in life even when confronted with a hopeless situation, when facing a fate that cannot be changed. For what then matters is to bear witness to the uniquely human potential at its best, which is to transform a personal tragedy into a triumph, to turn one's predicament into a human achievement.When we are no lo...
2025-09-2414 minGood Morning On PurposeFOGWelcome to another episode from season 2! Whether it's the weather or the social or political climate of the day, we can encounter an unexpected fog. Check out this episode to burn through the obscurity and have a Good morning On Purpose.Quotes:"One must still have chaos in oneself to be able to give birth to a dancing star" - Friedich Nietzsche. This Spoke Zarathustra.Music:'The Long Dark' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley...
2025-09-2308 minGood Morning On PurposeSEASON 2Welcome to the first true episode of season 2 of Good Morning On Purpose. This season is a collection of recordings and notes that were either unreleased in season 1 or created during the long break. For questions, comments, and feedback you can reach me at goodmorningonpurpose@gmail.com. Enjoy!Music:'There Was A Time' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2025-09-2305 minGood Morning On PurposeAn introspective Walk || The Power Of Written Word || The Benefits Of Reading RegularlyWhen was the last time you sat down to relax and read a good book? For some, it may have been just the other day. Others may have listened to a book instead, and still others may not have the time or interest. In this episode i reminisce about how avidly I used to read fiction, appreciate my ability to do so now, and review some benefits of taking the time to sit down with a book every once in a while. Enjoy!Music: 'Moonlight' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www...
2024-04-1712 minGood Morning On PurposeLunch Detention || Identifying And Enjoying Irony || The Milk ScamThrough technology we can communicate and connect with people more than ever before, but somehow people feel more disconnected now that before. Some people spend most of their lives trying to make money, only to live out tehir days trying not to spend it all. Life is full or irony, but sometimes it can be difficult to recognize it at the time. In this episode I share some ironic stories and think about the role irony plays in life. Enjoy!Quote: “Brain research tells us that only twenty percent of human beings have a...
2024-04-1714 minGood Morning On PurposeUnconscious Competence || Wise men Aren't Always Right || Curiosity And QuestioningAhve you ever used a phrase or expression simply because it's commonly understood? Maybe there are complex philosophical concepts that you understand, but have never researched. In this episode, I take a few minutes to look at some of the most influential philosophers, and point out a few things they believed that we might think twice about today. The more often we question and research what we think and believe, the more confident we can be about where our ideals come from. Enjoy!Music: 'Reawakening' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www...
2024-04-1313 minGood Morning On PurposeA Story For Myself || Peace Amidst The Storm || When It Seems ImpossibleHave you ever looked at a note you wrote in the past and felt like you had created a message for your future self? That's the feeling I got as I was creating today's episode, which incorporates a recording I did during the short break I took several weeks ago. I wrote a story that shows grit, fortitude, and determination, even though the protagonist can't necessarily see it at the time. Sometimes when times are tough, even if you want to quit, your "why" is strong enough that you'll just do what needs to be done anyway. Enjoy!
2024-04-1111 minGood Morning On PurposeSeason 2 Recommences || The Day Of The Eclipse || What Am I Even Doing?And why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves back up. After another short break, Good morning On Purpose returns in earnest! While a consistent record is something to be proud of, I am even happier to have hit a wall 75 episodes in. It's helped me affirm why I do this project, what has been difficult, and what I have enjoyed the most in the process of putting this whole thing together. Self doubt, overwhelm, criticism, fatigue, and stress are both caused and alleviated as I do this work, but funnily enough - those things still...
2024-04-1123 minGood Morning On PurposeLocked In And Immersed || Evaluating Effective Escapism || How Much Is Too Much?Have you ever been so immersed in a show or book that you lose all sense of time? i certainly have. While taking time to relax and reset is great, there's a point at which this can interfere with our personal or professional lives. In today's episode I discuss escapism, and how to know when it's become a bit too much. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Phase Shift' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-03-2708 minGood Morning On PurposeIs There Such Thing As "Podder's Block" || The Origins Of Weird Phrases || The Sentiment Behind The GreetingHas anyone ever asked if a cat had your tongue? Perhaps someone has had you engage in a fun (or, at time, annoying) activity to "break the ice". Well, in this episode i review some of the origins and emanings of phrases like these. Enjoy!Music: 'The Things That Keep Us Here' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-03-2605 minGood Morning On PurposeA New Rest Day Ritual || From Horse Drawn Carriages To Automated EVs || Big Question #1Imagine living without batteries, electric bulbs, cars, radio, television, or even matches. Before the 1800s we didn't have any of these things. The difference between life two hundred years ago and life today is astounding, and technology hasn't slowed pace since. In today's eisode i discuss many changes to technology over the last two hundred years, and finish it all up with my first Big Question, something I will continue to do every seven episodes. I hope that you can take time to think about these questions, and how they fit in with your lifestyle, mental health, and vision...
2024-03-2512 minGood Morning On PurposeWorld At Your Fingertips, Coveting The Cosmos || The Hedonic Treadmill || Escaping The Comparison TrapHave you ever had something good happen to you, only to find youself chasing more positive experiences? Perhaps something unfortunate has happened, and it feels like you'll never be happy again? In this episode I discuss the ups and downs of the pursuit of happiness, as well as some strategies for combating this rollercoaster and the comparison traps we can fall into along the way. Enjoy!Links: How to Escape the Hedonic Treadmill and Be Happier (positivepsychology.com)Quotes: “To live is to suffer; to survive is to...
2024-03-2409 minGood Morning On PurposeMistakes Were Made || Positive Perfectionism || Flipping Self CriticismHave you ever worked harder editing and redoing a project than you did in the initial writing? Gone over every detail, making endless adjustments to ensure that each minute aspect of the work is done just right? Has this ever caused you anxiety and frustration, or even kept you from finishing the work at all? I certainly have! It makes it that much worse when you make a mistake. in this episode, I discuss perfectionism and self criticism, strategies for overcoming these attributes, and even suggest that these things aren't inherently bad or harmful. Enjoy!...
2024-03-2308 minGood Morning On PurposeA New Season Begins! || The Vernal Equinox || Looming Lunar And Solar EclipsesA new season has begun! Not only is it Spring, but it is the first episode of season 2 of this podcast! With each now season brings a new beginning, a new perspective, and fresh changes to celebrate or overcome. As this podcast continues to improve and evolve, one things you can count on is a positive message, an honest greeting from me in the early hours of my day, and a nudge to do your best to have a good morning on purpose. Enjoy!Music: 'Castles in the Sky' by Scott Buckley...
2024-03-2110 minGood Morning On PurposeMetaphor On Insight And Inner Peace || A Wink And A Sip From Life || Pushing To Do MoreToday's message is a quick and impactful reminder of the concepts of ataraxie, sisu, introspection, and amor fati. Enjoy!Music: 'Legionnaire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-03-0805 minGood Morning On PurposeMore Than Just Wanderlust || A Call To New And Fantastic Places || Longing As A Creative OutletHave you ever yearned to be somewhere you've never been? Felt called to a location or fictional space that you've only heard or read stories about? In today's episode, I describe a German concept that encompasses this feeling and how to take advantage of it. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Age of Wonder' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-03-0707 minGood Morning On PurposeLearning To Love Fate || Everything Is Either Good Or Necessary || Resilience Through AcceptanceAccepting reality or fate can be hard full stop. But we can go a step further and choose to love our fate. In today's episode I talk about a concept called "amor fati" which encapsulates this concept. By learning to love the past, present, and future such as it is, we can live more resilientlives, growing and adapting to life's events with less reactivity. Enjoy!Quotes: My formula for greatness in a human being is amor fati: that one wants nothing to be different, not forward, not backward, not in all eternity. Not...
2024-03-0607 minGood Morning On PurposeSomething More Than Grit || The Power Of Sisu || Confidence That You Can PersevereSometime we reach moments in life where we don't have anything left. The Finnish term Sisu refers to those times when it seems like you can't do anything more, but you push through anyway. Like a force of will or fire inside, Sisu is a unique concept that may give you faith and confidence in the idea that no matter how hard things might be, you have the power to overcome within you. Enjoy!Links: Embodied fortitude: An introduction to the Finnish construct of sisu | International Journal of WellbeingA measure...
2024-03-0506 minGood Morning On PurposeFirst 3,2,1,Go! For March || Going To See Some Sights || Organization And OutreachFor this episode of 3, 2, 1, Go! I introduce a new option for the firs tpart of the exercise. With an opportunity to see the world through clearer eyes, I want to take time to identify things I'd like to see or experience sometime in the near future. It's easy to tell ourselves we don't have the time or funds to go on adventures, but it doesn't take much to see or do something or somewhere you haven't before. I encourage listeners to participte in this exercise, and thank you for listening. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion...
2024-03-0409 minGood Morning On PurposeAchieving Ataraxia || Choosing Consistent Morning Tranquility || Unshakeable Ancient GreeksDo you know people that seem chill and unbothered all the time? They're not checked out or reserved, but simply seem to have infinite reserves of chill. Ataraxia is a concept that dates back to ancient Greece, and defines this state or mindset well. In this episode, I talk a bit about this concept and why it might be key to having a good morning on purpose. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Effervescence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley...
2024-03-0308 minGood Morning On PurposeMeditating, And With Monks! || Interest In Introspection || Think For Yourself To Share With Someone ElseAfter my morning meditations sessions I often try to find time for introspection while I sit for a few extra minutes or go about basic tasks. I'll often find something interesting or intriguing to talk about between then and the point during or after a walk to fire up a recording device and speak record this podcast every day. While some days this is very challenging, it really helps to parse out what I think about a myriad of topics, and often gives me the space to focus on work or study for most of the rest of the...
2024-03-0214 minGood Morning On PurposeApproaching A New Month And A New Season.In this episode, I speak about how this project has been and what my intention is for the future. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Victor Lux' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Age of Wonder' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-03-0112 minGood Morning On PurposeSore From Sitting Still || Curvy Spines And Tight Muscles || Relax Your Shoulders!Back hurt? Shoulders pulled forward? Experiencing neck tightness? There may be things about your lifestyle that exacerbate these things, which means that mindfulness and intentional action may help to alleviate them! In this episode I describe a couple of spinal imbalances, the anatomical cause, and what can be done in some cases to address these conditions. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Golden Hour' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-02-2909 minGood Morning On PurposeWho Is The Surgeon General? ++ On Loneliness || It Just Takes A Moment To Say HelloToday I participated in a call I join weekly with 10 friends online. I've also conducted two zoom meetings, 1 phone call, several text chats, and of course been on social media. Despite the access many people have to this level of communication, many people are suffering from loneliness. In today's episode, I review the surgeon general's call to action around this epidemic, and provide some personal insights on this topic. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Effervescence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0...
2024-02-2916 minGood Morning On PurposeFrom herbs To Eyedrops || Lemon Balm And Other Supplements || Variety And SpiceHave you ever tried an herb or supplement and wondered if it would have a weird interaction with other foods or medicines you're imbibing? I sure have! This episode was inspired by my concern over what foods, drugs, and herbs might be good or bad for my eye health post surgery, and led me to read about the history of many plants and herbs. here are a few interesting ones - enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Sarsaparilla' by Scott Buckley - released...
2024-02-2710 minGood Morning On PurposeLeaning In To Buy One Give One || Setting Goals And Building Habits || Thank You To My Eye Care TeamWhen was the last time you thought for a few minutes about how the world could be a better place? Well, why nottoday? Every week I review 3 things I love or am passionate about OR three positive changes i would like to see in the world.I go on then to describe 2 things I plan to add to my week that will improve my productivity or outcomes, and dig deep to find one thing I feel truly grateful for. I call this 3, 2, 1, Go! and encourage you to do the same. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion...
2024-02-2610 minGood Morning On PurposeWhat Is Awesome || What had Three Brains, Nine Hearts, And Bleeds Blue? || Split Brains And Kim PeekFor a curious and inquisitive person like myself, it was tough to go for so long without being able to interact visually with my surroundings to an adequate level. Now that I can see clearly with both eyes again, I am taking time to exploring possible adventures and sights to experience - things that inspire a sense of wonder and awe when you see them. In this episode I talk about these concepts, provide some interesting awesome things in our world, and explore some wonders of something we all have - a human brain. Enjoy!...
2024-02-2512 minGood Morning On PurposeAdjusting To A New Normal || Bionics, Robotics, and BCIs || Review Your Anatomy!I have had pieces of my eyeballs removed and replaced! There are a bunch of really cool ways that scientists and doctors can adjust and enhance our bodies when they start to fail. In this episode, I describe some of these technologies and how they are developing, just out of curiosity. Enjoy!Music: 'Sunday Smooth' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Pariah' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com...
2024-02-2408 minGood Morning On PurposeOnce More Into The OR || Sometimes The Struggle Is Really A Journey || Keep ClimbingBy the time you hear this, I will have two bionic eyes. In today's episode, I simply share my perspective off the top of my head as I am minutes from leaving for surgery. For anyone out there waiting for something, whether known or unknown, to help you out of a tough situation, don't forget to live through the patience. The time is going to pass either way. Make the most of every day. Enjoy!Music: 'Felicity' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott...
2024-02-2308 minGood Morning On PurposeIt's As Simple As Breathing || Alternating Nostrils For The Win || How Do Lungs Work Again?From breathing in a box to only using one nostril at a time, controlling the breath can serve you well on a daily basis! In this episode, I touch on some interesting breathing techniques, what these might help with, and how exactly the lungs work. It's amazing the little things we can do to improve our experience at any given moment - even just stopping to take a breath or two. Enjoy!Quotes: Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. – Op...
2024-02-2210 minGood Morning On PurposeVision Care For All || Looking Shady || Experiencing Total EclipseThese shades aren't just for show! Some peoplego about their business on a very sunny day without sunglasses, whileothers couldn't see more than five feet in front of them in the same conditions! In this episode I discuss wearing sunglasses and follow up with a conversation about eye health and vision care. Finally, I remember my experience of a total eclipse and review some TED talks.Links: David Baron - You owe it to yourself to experience a total solar eclipseJoshua Silver - Adjustable liquid-filled eyeglasses...
2024-02-2109 minGood Morning On PurposeWhen Volcanic Lightning Strikes || The End Of All Vitamins || When The Pressure BuildsDid you know that lightning strikes around volcanic eruptions? I sure didn't! In today's episode I talk about volcanoes, as well as the apparently inevitable eruption we all have building up in us. I also finish talking about the health benefits of B vitamins.Enjoy!Quotes: "Self-discipline is the center of all material success. You can’t win the war against the world if you can’t win the war against your own mind." - Will Smith“We are, all of us, growing volcanoes that approach the hour of their eruption, but ho...
2024-02-2008 minGood Morning On Purpose3, 2, 1, Tron! || From futuristic lit up roads to bartering for bowling time, this episode is full of weird fun ideas for how the world could function a little differently, things I can do to have a positive or productive impact in my week, and something I'm truly grateful for. You can do this too, every week on Sunday, and join me in thinking about how we can make our own lives and the rest of the world a bit better, and feel some gratitude for the things that we do have. Enjoy!
2024-02-1911 minGood Morning On PurposePush To B Your Best Self || Impossible Is Nothing || Eat your vitamins, believe in yourself, and make the world a better place. Easy, right? Well, that's the theme for this episode, as well as some more information about B vitamins! Thank you so much to the many people who have and will listen to my words and support this project of positivity and possibility. Enjoy!Quotes: “Impossible is just a big word thrown around by small men who find it easier to live in the world they’ve been given than to explore the power they have to change it. Impossible is not...
2024-02-1812 minGood Morning On PurposeTo B Or Not To B || Know What's In Your Drinks || Or Just Eat OrangesThere are a whole lot of B vitamins, and there is such thing as too much of a good thing! This episode touches on some of the B vitamins, their benefits, and how to get enough of them naturally to avoid deficiencies. I also discuss recommended allowances of foods and upper limits that may cause harm in certain circumstances. Enjoy!Quotes: "You take the healthiest diet in the world, if you gave those people vitamins, they would be twice as healthy. So vitamins are valuable." - Robert Atkins.“I don’t take...
2024-02-1707 minGood Morning On PurposeRerecording Last Minute.... || Music Fuels Your health || It's Never Too Late To LearnTake note of the notes! Recognize the beauty and wonder in music, and the impact it can have on your life. Dive in to learning to create your own music or learn to play the classics, no matter when or where you are in life. I am rerecording this at the end of the day because of technical difficulties, so please excuse, and enjoy!
2024-02-1609 minGood Morning On PurposeA Vital Minute for Vitamins || Complex Concepts Of Love || A Simple Section To Think On LoveAlthough today was Valentine's Day, love is a concept we can all think on any and every day. Threre is mroe to love than just romance, and in this episode I take some time to scramble my brain with some thoughts on love from ancient philosophers. Then I slow things down a bit by reading some simple quotes for you to listen to, in the hopes that one might apply to you and someone in your life that you care about. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley...
2024-02-1511 minGood Morning On PurposeSnowfall || Vitamins A, C and D || Being your True SelfIn this episode I speak with all of you during the first snowfall since my new bionic eye surgery! I also spesak about vitamins and the second ever Black Iron Chef! Short episode today as I am travelling back from out of town but a meaningful one for me regardless. Enjoy!Quotes: “I think the biggest thing that I learned from Top Chef is that you have to be yourself. You have to cook the food that you love, that you’re passionate about, that you believe in. You can’t try to be som...
2024-02-1407 minGood Morning On PurposeDay Trip! || Steadfast Resilience || Maintaining Health Through PositivityI'm taking a road trip! Well, more aof a day trip to decompress and get out of town for a few hours. I'll still manage to work in exercise, writing, work for the business, and of course this podcast. Balance in all things, including your approach to resilience! i discuss this and how positivity can impact your health in this episode. Enjoy!
2024-02-1210 minGood Morning On PurposeA Modified 3, 2, 1, Go! || Peace, Eliminate War, Hunger, and Public Discord || Destress and DecompressA new weeks begins! In this episode I go through 3, 2, 1, Go! which is an exercise I've done on Sundays for the past few weeks. I made an adjustment to the "3" this week to keep things spicy, and simply share my thoughts and views from today. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Last And First Light' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Solecism' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-02-1213 minGood Morning On PurposeMessy Microphone! || Listen To Your Body || Awareness, Masking, and Code SwitchingHave you ever had a really strong point you wanted to make and lost it halfway through? That's how I felt during today's episode. Maybe I was thrown off by the mic, and the several hours trying to fix the audio and rerecord. Maybe I needed to do some more reading on the topic. But true to the positivity and consistency of this project, the deed is done. Enjoy!Quotes: “Masking is a form of impression management that involves hiding or suppressing aspects of one’s identity, such as race, ethnicity, gender, or sexu...
2024-02-1110 minGood Morning On PurposeFresh Air and Sunlight || Rebellion || FreedomWhen waas the last time you threw your arms up to a bright warm sun, breathed a deep breath of fresh air, and shouted "Freedooooom!" Probably not recently. Today's episode is about the health benefits to fresh air and sunlight. From there, I quote several prominent writers and speakers about the concept of freedom. Enjoy!Quotes: "Freedom is not an abstract concept. It is not something that we can define once and for all and then apply it to every situation. Freedom is a process. Freedom is a struggle. Freedom is something that...
2024-02-1009 minGood Morning On PurposeTranquility, Serenity, and Herbal Tea || Mindfulness In Moderation || Beauty In Black PoetryI've never in my life read or recited more poetry in such a short period of time as I have these past 40 days. But I get to share it with you, for a good reason! In today's episode I share the health benefits and personal experiences I have with tea, and think on how to moderate and measure moments of presence and introspection. I also quote quite a bi of work by Langston Hughes, all of which you can find below. Enjoy!Quotes: In Time Of Silver Rain by Langston Hughes...
2024-02-0812 minGood Morning On PurposeFinding Flexibility || Relieving Tension Through Movement || Keep Moving From This MountainWhen was the last time you stretched outside of a workout? Well, consider making it a habit today! In this episode I review the importance of improving and maintaining flexibility. I finish with a famous quote by Dr. King. Enjoy!Quote: "Keep moving, for it may well be that the greatest song has not yet been sung, the greatest book has not been written, the highest mountain has not been climbed. This is your challenge! Reach out and grab it and make it a part of your life. Reach up beyond cloud-filled skies...
2024-02-0808 minGood Morning On PurposeOn Belay? Belay On! || Setting Circadian Rhythms || Being Present and In The MomentWe live life moment by moment, projecting our thoughts into the future and reflecting on the past. In this episode I discuss how important it can be to take the time to be present and in the moment early in the morning as well as right before bed. Practicing strong sleep habits can help with your circadian rhythm, impacting your sleep and the rest of your day. Enjoy!Quotes: "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them." — Maya Angelou...
2024-02-0710 minGood Morning On PurposePlans Moving Forward || Seasons Change, As Do I || Sleep Accrues Interest Against DeathWell rested and enjoying the weather, I talk about the importance of sleep and the changing of seasons in this episode. I also think out loud about some plans for this podcast, and wrap my head around the seasonal differences between the northern and southern hemispheres of the Earth. Enjoy!Quotes: “The summer’s flower is to the summer sweet, Though to itself it only live and die; But if that flower with base infection meet, The basest weed outbraves his dignity: For sweetest things turn sourest by their deeds; Lilies that fester smell far wors...
2024-02-0609 minGood Morning On PurposeYet Another 3, 2, 1, Go! Episode || Steak Fish, and Calendars || Holographic Principles of GravityWhat are three things that you love or are passionate about? How about two things that you can push to do that will ensure success this week? And what if gravity as we experience it were simply the result of a higher dimensional reality that serves as the surface area to our three dimensional experience? These are all things I discuss in this weekly 3, 2, 1, Go! episode. Enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Sarsaparilla' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com...
2024-02-0410 minGood Morning On PurposeA Sunny February Morning || Big benefits of Natural Nourishment || Hello! Fresh Food Delivery!Everyone came out to walk today! The sun was shining, the air was clear, and everyone was out for a walk or jog with friends and family. Which makes recording audio really hard! In today's episode I discuss the importance of fresh natural food, think on the benefits of macro and micronutrients, and explore the nuances of peoples' varied relationships with nourishment. Enjoy!Quotes: "I think that if we want to change the way people eat, we need to change the way they live. We need to create a culture of food that...
2024-02-0313 minGood Morning On PurposeA Nice Cold Glass || Taking The hippocratic Approach || Health Is WealthAsk yourself - are you dehydrated right now? In this episode I discuss health, hydration, and hippocrates. I also think a bit about what would happen if we had no computers or internet or access to transportation, but that's certainly not the point of the episode. Stay hydrated, and enjoy!Quotes: "Health is the greatest of human blessings." - Hippocrates"A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession." - HippocratesMusic: 'Ice Cream' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0...
2024-02-0210 minGood Morning On PurposeKeep Your Heart Healthy || Working Towards Doing The Work Well || My New Cohost...This episode marks the first day of the second month of Good Morning On Purpose! The fact that I continued to produce this project for this long means that i plan to keep it going! I am excited to commit to getting better and better at podcasting, refining my message, and prompting you the listener to invite happiness, wellness, and positivity to each day. Thank you for listening, and enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Within Our Nature' by Scott Buckley - released...
2024-02-0109 minGood Morning On PurposeCommitting To Continuing, And Thank You For Listening!In this episode, I quickly take time to thank you all for listening and commit to not only continuing this project, but also improving my process and message. Although I don't know what the future holds, I am excited to share it with all of you.Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Effervescence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-02-0108 minGood Morning On PurposeBeginner Haiku || A Journey Of Seasons || In Dedication...Today's episode came about from the residual headspace of one of my writing projects. This is something I wrote afterwards, and decided to share it here. I spent a bunch of time this morning reading haiku, but couldnt find anything that fit what I wanted to say, so took a shot at composing some myself. Please interpret it as you will, and enjoy!Music: 'Falling Together' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-3105 minGood Morning On PurposeLiving In Experience || Simulation and Brains In Vats || Positivity Impacts Infinite UniversesIn this episode I think about existence, artificial intelligence, multiverses, and infinities. From my point of view, we have to power to impact and influence all of these things. This episode gets pretty abstract and may not make much sense, but certainly ends with a positive message if you can hang in there. Enjoy!Music: 'The Long Dark' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'A Kind Of Hope' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under...
2024-01-3016 minGood Morning On PurposeLast January 3, 2, 1, Go! || A Drowsy Disquisition || Podcast's Past, Present, and Possible FutureGreetings! Although i hadn't slep between this recording and the last, it is here nevertheless! Please enjoy another 3, 2, 1, Go! exercise that I encourage you to try out by writing them down or sharing with a friend! That you so much for listening, and enjoy!Music: 'What We Don't Say' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Sarsaparilla' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-2814 minGood Morning On PurposeAn Upside Down Schedule || Dwelling Deep in Doubt || In this episode I grapple with sleeplessness, insomnia, and doubt. In the process of trying to organize these thoughts and express them I spent hours trying to track down the origins of quotes and reading old essays and writings. Take what you can from this one, and enjoy!Quotes: "Doubt is a pain too lonely to know that faith is his twin brother. Doubt is a foundling unhappy and astray, and though his mother who gave him birth should find him and hold him, he would withdraw in caution and fear." = Khalil Gibran“No...
2024-01-2807 minGood Morning On PurposeMy Precious Things! || Materialism and Idealism || How Much Is Your Time Worth?In this episode I wonder at how people value their time and make decisions around that valuation. Time and memory, material existence and our precious belongings are all on the table in this episode. Enjoy!Music:'Reawakening' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Solecism' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-2710 minGood Morning On PurposeInto The Fog || On Gratitude and Satisfaction || The Weight of RestlessnessThis episode is a result of a great morning and a bunch of introspection. Remember today to take time to find gratitude and satisfaction, and embrace the things that push you forward.Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Golden Hour' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-2611 minGood Morning On PurposeLessons From The Animal Kingdom || Blood Clots, Venom, and DNA || The Power Of LoveIn this episode I am inspired by the mysterious activity of two birds, which inspires a deep dive into recent discoveries in the animal kingdom. From hibernating bears to monogamous voles, we still have a lot to learn from the creatures we share the earth with!Sources: Caterpillar venom study reveals toxins borrowed from bacteria == https://www.uq.edu.au/news/article/2023/07/caterpillar-venom-study-reveals-toxins-borrowed-bacteriaDNA repair and anti-cancer mechanisms in the longest-living mammal: the bowhead whale == https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2023.05.07.539748v1.fullHow Bears Hibernate without Getting Blood Clots == https://www...
2024-01-2508 minGood Morning On PurposeDealing With Discomfort || Reducing Chronic Pain || This Too Shall PassIn this episode I address dealing with discomfort! Upon listening and editing my first recording there was an audio issue, so this is an attempted recreation of my original point, and may seem a bit disjointed. The message rings true either way - that we need to learn to lean into our discomforts in order to address pain or issues in our lives. Enjoy!Quotes: "Ultimately, happiness comes down to choosing between the discomfort of becoming aware of your mental afflictions and the discomfort of being ruled by them." = Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche"The...
2024-01-2409 minGood Morning On PurposeKaraoke! || Trying New Things || Courage and ConfidenceOver the weekend I went out and tried something new with a group of friends! I describe my experience, and continue on to ruminate about courage and confidence, and the impact it can have in our daily lives. Even seemingly small and inconsequential actions that take us out of our comfort zone can change how we see ourselves.Quote: “You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, ‘I have lived through this horror. I can take the...
2024-01-2310 minGood Morning On PurposeThird 3, 2, 1, Go! || Readin' and Rollercoasters || This is another 3, 2, 1, Go! episode. I take time on my rest day for the week to review three things I am passionate or that I love, two things that I plan to do to make a particular impact on my week, and one thing that I feel truly grateful for that day. You can simply join me to learn a bit about the person behind this podcast, but you can also do this yourself once a week or every time this episode comes around for you! Quotes: "Keep away from people who try to belittle...
2024-01-2212 minGood Morning On PurposeTapping at My Window || On Procrastination || As Long As It Gets Done... WellIn this episode I recant a cautionary tale about a creature that commonly lurks about my home. From there, I examine potential derision and satire Mark Twain might have written about this podcast were he here today, and pit Picasso and Ellen Degeneres against each other with competing ideas about today's theme.Quotes: "Procrastinate now, don't put it off" = Ellen Degeneres"Only put of till tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone." - Pablo Picasso"Never put off till tomorrow what may be done day after tomorrow just...
2024-01-2108 minGood Morning On PurposeEartha Kitt and Birthdays || Acknowledge the Fear and Ride the River || Successful People Are People, As Are YouIn this episode I recognize Eartha Kitt! Her birthday passed recently, and I took the time to review some of her career and great accomplishments. It's always important to remember that even massively successful people struggle, because we are all human! You never know when your struggle will amount to a new and greater lvel of success, and contribute to the greatness of your legacy.Quotes: "The river is constantly turning and bending and you never know where it’s going to go and where you’ll wind up. Following the bend in the river and...
2024-01-1908 minGood Morning On PurposeInterrupted by Chainsaws and Airplanes || Struggling to Run || Community To Be Continued...In today's episode, I rambled on for so long during my walk that I didn't have enough time to edit it down! While rushed, this episode includes a decent description of an issue I faced over the last couple of years, and I start to make a larger point that I will try to wrap up in the next episode.Quotes: “Some people think they are in community, but they are only in proximity. True community requires commitment and openness. It is a willingness to extend yourself to encounter and know the other.” - David Span...
2024-01-1811 minGood Morning On PurposeWhen You Feel You Don't Have It || Slow Start Today || In The Arena In this episode, I start out by sharing my slow and rather unoptimistic start to the day. From there I manage to rally through a popular and famous quote from a speech and lunch with my favorite person. Don't forget that, even on the rough days, it's about what you did with the time that you had.Quote: "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is...
2024-01-1713 minGood Morning On PurposeDucks Are Goofy || Shoutouts and Thank Yous || Giving and CommunityIn this episode, I take a few moments to appreciate my surroundings on a snowy day at the lake. Next, I expand on my thoughts about community and help from friends with some examples from last year. In an increasingly online world it's easy to find an encouraging post, get supportive messages, or have a meaningful voice chat; it can be hard to make time to visit a friend or lend a helping hand. Remember that before people exist in our thoughts, contact lists, or follows, they live in reality and the present.
2024-01-1611 minGood Morning On PurposeI See Snow! || Let's Play Life On Co-Op || From Wholesome Qualities to Wellbeing and happinessIn this episode I come in having taken a moment to appreciate the first fresh snowfall of the year! From there I think on doing more to spread goodness and wellbeing to each other - not just those in our group orfamily, but to each other as a collective. My aim here is not to argue with a particular societal structure or political view, but rather to step to the side of those things and focus on how we can ensure that everyone everywhere might be able to have a positive life experience.Quote: "Don't...
2024-01-1512 minGood Morning On PurposeRecovered! || 3-2-1-Go! Passion, Planning, and Gratitude || Two Weeks DownIn this episode we celebrate more than two straight weeks of morning positivity! I try out 3-2-1-Go! again, finding three things I love or am passionate about, two things that should help make my week productive and effective, and one thing I feel truly grateful for today. Thank you for listening, and get ready for a great few upcoming episodes! Music: 'Solecism' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Sarsaparilla' by Scott Buckley...
2024-01-1412 minGood Morning On PurposeStill Sick! Day 3 || ChatGPT Fixes What Ails Me || Gargle, Maybe.In this episode I review a list of remedies for my flu symptoms provided by ChatGPT. I will incorporate as many of these tips as possible into my day today and see what happens by tomorrow! Some of these tips could be relevant to you and your health, and could even be incorporated into your normal routine. Having a strong mindset and a healthy body should set anyone up for having a good morning on purpose. Enjoy!Music: 'Glow' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott...
2024-01-1410 minGood Morning On PurposeProblems in Post || Good and Bad Nonsense || Controlling ChaosIn todays episode I review two different types of nonsense, and provide a story that provides a great example. The internet is out in the office today, so the editing, episode details, and upload time may be a bit off. Apologies, daily listeners, and enjoy!Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Rainbows' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'I Walk With Ghosts' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'High Games...
2024-01-1410 minGood Morning On PurposeDreamt Disquisition || Sometimes Life is a Sick Day || Take Your MedicineThis episode begins with an impassioned declamation, swooping and swinging silently through a dystopian metropolis of words describing a disquieting event that both did and did not occur. Then, the host says some positive things about pushing through tough times and making the most of a sick day! Enjoy!Music: 'Balefire' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Victor Lux' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-1109 min
Good Morning On PurposeNo Paid Sick Days || Ensure Consistency by Inviting Variety || Don't Get Too ComfortableIn this episode I make a few bad puns, meet a couple of very friendly neighbors with very nice dogs (although this didn't make the audio), and reflect on pushing through discomfort anddoing things you don't want to do. Music: 'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Rainbows' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Welcome to my Junkyard' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-1007 min
Good Morning On PurposeHeidi the Octopus || Meaning vs. Stability in Work || Try AI For Fun in 2024In this episode I reference Heidi, an octopus that lived with a scientist who made remarkable discoveries about her intelligence and personality. From there I discuss how some people need varying levels of meaning and stability in their jobs in order to have their preferences for work arrangements met. Finally, I encourage you to find, explore, and take advantage of any emerging science and technology you can get your hands on, particularly artificial intelligence in 2024.Quote: "The important thing is to not stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing." Albert Einstein....
2024-01-0912 min
Good Morning On PurposeAsteroid 2007 FT3 || Your Armor is Your Sense of Self || Defying Despair and CataclysmIn today's episode I recap a news article I read the other day about an asteroid that was projected to hit Earth this year. Branching out from here, I touch on existentialism and despair. When you can get past topics like these, it is really easy to have a good morning on purpose!Quotes: "It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light" - Aristotle"Why should I fear death? Id I am, death is not. If death is, then I am not. Why should I fear that...
2024-01-0809 min
Good Morning On Purpose3-2-1-Go! || Recognize Your Passion || Conquer the Week || Resonate With GratitudeThis episode was recorded on a "rest day" for me, and takes a more relaxed tone. On these days I will likely go with the flow, talking in more detail about something interesting or a thought provoking challenge to prime myself (and all of you) for the upcoming week. The challenge today was called 3-2-1-Go! and I encourage everyone to try this out and write it down or share it with a friend. You can find these every seven episodes, so for example the next one will occur on episode 15. Just pick a multiple of seven and...
2024-01-0712 min
Good Morning On PurposeDaily Duality || We Can Do Better || Good Conversations Across PerspectivesIn this episode I discuss the duality of my life, the world in general, and in each passing moment. I share a bit on why and how I think we can all stand to do a bit better as well as how important it is to strive to have good conversations. This episode marks one week of me striving every day to have a good morning on purpose, and my goal in the next seven episodes is to intentionally improve upon my purpose, process, and presence with this podcast to even further help you, the listener, get the most...
2024-01-0610 minGood Morning On PurposeIdeal Morning Routines || Best Life as a Waking Dream In this episode I reflect on an ideal morning routine for me in 2024. The first five things you do, say, or think can have a massive impact on your mindset and outcomes for the day. Consistent proper rest followed by a stellar morning routine might lead to weeks, months, or even years of success and wellbeing.Quote:“We are apt to imagine that this hubbub of Philosophy, Literature, and Religion, which is heard in pulpits, lyceums, and parlors, vibrates through the universe, and is as catholic a sound as the creaking of the earth’s axle...
2024-01-0507 min
Good Morning On PurposeOops... || Identifying Privilege || Civil and Human Rights || Privilege is PowerAfter getting past a mistake I made, I reflect on privilege, gratitude, social responsibility, and perspective. With a lot happening in the world and having spent a lot of time reflecting on my life this week, this was something of an attempt to speak to those who have the power to instigate significant change while also acknowledging the suffering and struggle of people in difficult situations around the world. Quotes: "I prefer to be true to myself, even at the hazard of incurring the ridiculeof others, rather than to be false, and to incur my...
2024-01-0412 minGood Morning On PurposeAppreciate Small Moments || After Hardship Lies Wonder || Cherish the Peak ExperiencesA winding journey through difficulties and adventures, exploring the joys of glimmering small moments and monumental peak experiences.Music:'Within Our Nature' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Effervescence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.auQuotes:"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were big things." - Robert Brault. Round Up the usual Suspects
2024-01-0311 minGood Morning On PurposeUnintended Positive Outcomes || Destiny and Fate || Faith and Blind FaithIn this episode I discuss how a perceived failure turned into a massive lifeline in my life. I also discuss the difference between fate and destiny as well as the importance of both faith and blind faith.Quote:"I can control my destiny, but not my fate. Destiny means there are opportunities to turn right or left, but fate is a one-way street. I believe we all have the choice as to whether we fulfil our destiny, but our fate is sealed. Remember upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all." - Paulo...
2024-01-0310 min
Good Morning On PurposeVision Impaired || Being Open to Change || Accepting Failure is Loving LifeIn this episode I share one of my challenges from the past few years. I discuss looking forward as the new year begins. I talk about the difficulty of failed or unrealized goals.Music:'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Effervescence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au
2024-01-0208 minGood Morning On PurposeE 01 - Good Morning On Purpose!Today's episode touches briefly on hardship, discipline, and consistency. It's also episode 1! Much more content, stories, and insights to come. Thank you for listening!Music:'Effervescence' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au'Clarion' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.auDenzel Washington's "Put God First" speech (presented by Absolute Motivation)https://youtu.be/BxY_eJLBflk?si=t7bMw1nCoQxKvtvG
2023-12-3106 min