The Matt Stone Show

As we mark the final episode under the "Accelerate" format, I make a few announcements and then share the conversation I had recently with perfectionism coach Liz Onyeabor. For the video version plus links to the assessment mentioned in the podcast, visit https://www.youtube.com/@mattstoneco. 

Talking more about the purpose of this podcast moving forward and wrapping up this chapter. 

Talking about my plans for this podcast. Listen to find out what's coming soon, and why I'm so excited about it. 

Talking about intuition and its limitations in the context of creativity. Creative exchanges and activities, in community, help break the repeating loops and expand possibilities beyond the preconceived limits of our prior experience. 

We all live with a volcano inside. It's valuable to understand the cost and opportunity when the periodic eruptions disrupt and exhaust while creating new opportunities.

Recounting the weekend and also a powerful book called, "Let your life speak," which offers readers an opportunity for insights about how to find the vocation that is most true to self and life with more joy and fulfillment. 

After eight months living in the NYC area, I'm reflecting on how many wonderful people I've met. One key to creating that opportunity has been to join organizations. 

When making big decisions, writing the story of that decision in a letter form and reading to yourself is a great way to gain perspective and move forward with more confidence and clarity. 

When making what feels like a big decision, the pressure to announce it can feel overwhelming. But every person lives in a constant state of change, so taking a one-day-at-a-time approach and letting go of a sense of obligation to roll out a decision publicly can be useful to maintaining serenity and going with the flow of life. 

Talking about the benefits of using curiosity about self to attain and nurture healthy perspective and make wise decisions. 

The seasons are a great metaphor for life and how we transition from one phase to another. Summer is a season of wonder and possibility, while Fall helps us narrow our priorities as we take action to maximize resources and opportunities in the Winter. The only way that priorities matter is when we let go of some options in favor of others.

Discussing recently published data on the personal impact of the stress many Americans are feeling about the state of the nation. (source: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2022/10/multiple-stressors-no-function?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=apa-press-release-stress&utm_content=sia-pr-oct22)

Talking about strategies for greater success in changing times, especially the concept of starting new things even if you can't see the outcome. (Reference: https://www.fastcompany.com/90791092/3-strategies-to-disrupt-yourself-for-greater-success-in-changing-times)

The actor Ryan Reynolds is increasingly gaining a great reputation, and it may be for good reason. Speaking at a conference this year, Reynolds shared how conflict resolution has played into his success. 

On Mondays, many of us think about what we want to accomplish or the hurdles we must overcome in the week ahead. But setting a goal of simply being present each day, and especially during each interaction can lead to even more meaningful results. 

Committing to at least one daily practice can have a grounding effect that helps us stay present and see our growth, one day at a time. 

We all know about the concept of helping and loving others unconditionally, but many struggle with the practice of accepting help on the same terms. 

A high-growth mindset is powered by openness. Beware the many traps of our society that want to put us in a box, or in a corner. That can only happen if we allow it.