A Phil Svitek Podcast - A Series From Your 360 Creative Coach

Do you know what causality is? It’s the principle where everything that happens is because of a certain cause. Sometimes it’s referred to as the cause and effect theory. As a society, many of us have adopted this line of thinking because it seems logical. It gives us a sense of understanding. But what if cause and effect was bullshit? What then? What you have to understand first and foremost is that many of us, including me, have limited our thinking severely. Why? Well, because we’ve bought into the stories of our ancestors, our parents and society. Here’s a lie you’ve probably bought into: past experience can predict the future. No it can’t. Another lie is we’re not perfect. Who says we’re not? I’m perfect just the way I am and so are you. (We can choose to better ourselves, but that doesn’t mean we’re imperfect. That’s just part of the human journey.) Causality is also false. We actually have the ability to alter our realities just by thinking about it. How the hell does that happen? Through practiced techniques, we can essentially rewire ourselves and therefore affect our surroundings. Sounds woo-woo doesn’t it? But it doesn’t have to be if you open yourself up to it. The wonderful thing about this lesson is you’ll discover that you can become the “storyteller”, as Don Miguel Ruiz puts it, of your own life. I (Phil Svitek) use the teachings of quantum physics and specifically Joe Dispenza to show you all this. After you’re done with the lesson, please write down 10 things you’re grateful for in your life. Trust me, it’ll make sense after you’ve gone through the lesson. Thank you for tuning in!

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/how-to-be-comfortable-with-uncomfortability 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Joe Dispenza’s Power of Belief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qm65ndOgMFo

You Are the Placebo Book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Placebo-Making-Matter/dp/1401944582

Becoming Supernatural Book: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Supernatural-Common-People-Uncommon-ebook/dp/B0746RN3G7

The Voice of Knowledge Book: https://www.amazon.com/Voice-Knowledge-Practical-Guide-Inner/dp/1878424548

Joe Dispenza on the Goop Podcast: https://goop.com/the-goop-podcast/how-to-become-your-future-self/

Not Twice T-Shirt Campaign: http://nottwice.org 

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

This lesson is geared to make you comfortable with uncomfortability. You might be asking yourself, why would I (Phil Svitek) ever want you to feel uncomfortable? Why can’t I just teach you ways to avoid pain and discomfort? Truth is, life doesn’t work like that and if you go about avoiding suffering, you’ll eventually be doomed because when inevitable circumstances strike, they may end up crippling you. But if you practice becoming comfortable with uncomfortability, you’ll develop proper tools and techniques to use in those instances and not be thwarted by them. And the beauty is you can apply this thinking towards your dreams. Think of what you really want. Now think of the aspects of that dream that make it seem difficult. What are they? The wonderful thing about this lesson is you’ll discover that your desire for your dreams is greater than you fear of discomfort. Your desire is dynamic and creates action, building momentum over time. That’s what the exercises I teach you are designed to do—to create that initial spark. Please, go ahead and write down what makes you feel uncomfortable in the comment section. Thank you for tuning in!

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/how-to-be-comfortable-with-uncomfortability 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Are You Responsible Even If It’s Not Your Fault? Episode: https://philsvitek.com/are-you-responsible-if-its-not-your-fault/

Daily Artist’s Challenge Episode: https://philsvitek.com/daily-artists-challenge/

21st Century Creative Podcast: https://lateralaction.com/21stcenturycreative/ 

Not Twice T-Shirt Campaign: http://nottwice.org 

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

If something happens in your life that’s not your fault, who’s responsible? Think about it for a second because the answer may actually be life altering. If you think you are, then you’re correct. But how can that be and furthermore, what’s it really mean? Watch this lesson from me (Phil Svitek) and find out—you might just stop thinking of yourself as the victim in life and find a way to push through in spite of your circumstances. This mantra, if you will, has helped me and I know it can help you. You’ll discover the principle really dates back to a wonderful quote by Charles Swindoll but in order to really unpack its full meaning, I provide context for it. Once you’ve gone through the episode, I invite you to comment down below with any instances in your life where you chose not to be a victim of your circumstances. Write it proudly so that anyone else seeing your word may be inspired. I’m sure I will be. 

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/are-you-responsible-if-its-not-your-fault 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Not Twice T-Shirt Campaign: http://nottwice.org 

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

PLATFORMS TO ACCESS SHOW:

Apple Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a-phil-svitek-podcast/id1211417581?mt=2 

Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd-Q6qZNFcQ9MJLXMMpSCJcjPAq-5lepX 

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/phil-svitek 

Facebook: http://facebook.com/philippsvitek 

Google Podcast: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82ZGIwYWEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ac7WjgaGaIAmc4nEZJFIY 

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/a-phil-svitek-podcast

Anchor: https://anchor.fm/phil-svitek 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

Ever notice patterns in your life that you then interpret as truth? Here’s an example: let’s say that whenever you’re sick you drink celery juice and listen to classical music to help you sleep, neither of which you normally do. Afterwards, you get well. What happens then is your brain links those things together, because as Judson Brewer, who is an American psychiatrist and neuroscientist, points out, our brains love to link things together. The problem with this is that it’s a statement of true, true and correlated rather than true, true and causation. As human beings, we try so hard to construct meaning and purpose from experience. A noble pursuit especially as artists. However, in doing so, we must constantly remind ourselves that our understanding is always going to be limited. One of the biggest reasons is because we can only ever see something through the lens of our perspective, which leaves out a lot of other perspectives. This is what I (Phil Svitek) explore in this lesson. I show you how to stop making assumptions and to really dig towards the truth. After the episode, I encourage you go ahead and write down two true statements that you’ve observed in your life. If you feel inclined, you can go ahead and try to defend those statements as being causal instead of just correlated. But if you don’t do that, no worries. The point of the exercise is to write down the patterns we notice in our lives and to begin to explore that. What I’d love to see happen is we all respond to each other’s posts and learn together. So go ahead and comment. 

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/recognizing-patterns-of-causality-vs-simple-correlation 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Judson Brewer Interview on The goop Podcast: https://goop.com/the-goop-podcast/why-we-crave/ 

Not Twice T-Shirt Campaign: http://nottwice.org 

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

Have you ever hit the snooze button? I have and every morning I’ve hit the snooze button I felt like I started my day off with failure. I then asked many other people how they felt after hitting snooze on their alarms and the response has been the same. They were in a negative mental state for the better part of the day—tired, groggy, angry at themselves, feeling like they were already behind and therefore stressed, etc. These observations have led me to an unpopular idea that you should never hit the snooze button because when you do you begin your day as a failure. Hearing that might make you ready to skip this lesson, but allow me to explain, and furthermore, tell you what you can do to prevent that. Once you hear the full lesson, try out my methods and see how positively they affect the way you wake up. That in turn will positively impact the rest of your day. When you do, I’d love to hear how they help you out. Also, if there’s any other tips you have for waking up better, more rested, I’d love to know those too. 

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/never-hit-the-snooze-button 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Eat the Frog Article: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/time-management/the-truth-about-frogs/

Sleep Apps: https://www.sleepassociation.org/sleep-treatments/sleep-apps/

Other Sleep Apps: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/317816.php 

Why You Should Not Sleep With Your Phone at Night: https://www.verywellhealth.com/reasons-why-you-should-not-sleep-with-your-cell-phone-4140997

Not Twice T-Shirt Campaign: http://nottwice.org 

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

Have you ever heard the term spiritual bypass? I (Phil Svitek) didn’t until recently. If you have, do you know the term’s full meaning and how it affects you? Chances are you probably don’t. I certainly wasn’t aware. In this lesson, I explore the term by defining it, the ways you might be exemplifying it, how it impacts you and the world on a micro and macro level and most importantly what you can do to prevent yourself from becoming a spiritual bypasser—especially as an artist. I pull examples from Comedy Central’s South Park, the US Women’s National Soccer Team (specifically Megan Rapinoe), DaVinci, Toni Morrison, Charlotte Bronte, Shakespeare, Don Miguel Ruiz and Psychology Today. When you’re done with the episode, please comment below with examples from your life of spiritual bypassing. Be honest as it may help someone else to recognize when they’re doing it. Lastly, I’m grateful you’ve taken the time to hear what I have to say. May the knowledge I’ve shared serve you well.

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/what-is-spiritual-bypassing-and-the-ways-it-affects-you-without-you-even-knowing-it 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Psychology Today Article on Spiritual Bypassing: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-sobriety/201110/beware-spiritual-bypass

Not Twice T-Shirt Campaign: http://nottwice.org 

US Men’s Team No Comment Article: https://www.thecut.com/2019/06/u-s-mens-soccer-on-uswnts-pay-equality-fight-no-comment.html

Chronicles of a Dark Child Series: https://www.facebook.com/darkchildnhwood/

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

Let me ask you a question — how do you derive at the real problem whenever you’re trying to fix something? Often times we think the issue we’re focused on will resolve that issue. But the truth is, most often, it won’t. In many instances what we’re treating is the symptom and not the root cause. Which also points to a huge issue in general, which is we put stock and value in the wrong things. So how do we remedy that and what should we be focusing on? Well, in this lesson, I (Phil Svitek), will show you a simple tactic called the three why theory to get to the route of any issue. I’ll draw inspiration and examples from Patch Adams, Ricardo Semler and Inc.com. After you’ve heard this lesson, please comment with any issues you’re facing that you’ll apply this technique towards. I’m very curious to know. Lastly, I’m grateful you’ve taken the time to hear what I have to say. May the knowledge I’ve shared serve you well.

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/how-to-find-the-real-problem-by-asking-the-three-whys 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Inc.com Article: https://www.inc.com/jason-surfrapp/the-theory-of-the-3-whys.html

Tim Ferriss’ Ricardo Semler Interview: https://tim.blog/2017/03/19/ricardo-semler/

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

PLATFORMS TO ACCESS SHOW:

Apple Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a-phil-svitek-podcast/id1211417581?mt=2 

Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd-Q6qZNFcQ9MJLXMMpSCJcjPAq-5lepX 

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/phil-svitek 

Facebook: http://facebook.com/philippsvitek 

Google Podcast: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82ZGIwYWEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ac7WjgaGaIAmc4nEZJFIY 

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/a-phil-svitek-podcast

Anchor: https://anchor.fm/phil-svitek 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

Lina Noory joins me (Phil Svitek) on this episode and it is a real treat! Who is Lina Noory, for those of you who don’t know? She’s not only a dear friend who I used to host the AfterBuzz TV Reign after show with but she’s also an on camera personality with a focus on fashion and style. But to pigeon hole her as just a fashion expert is a huge disservice to her. She is one of the most intelligent people I know. She tries to learn everything she can and a lot of her perspective on life is informed by her Afghan heritage. During our conversation, we cover so many topics that all tie back to what it truly takes to build, grow and sustain a brand. Such topics include: 

We also get deep, talking about depression and therapy and end by discussing Afghanistan and how the country has shaped her perspectives on life. For as long as this interview is, I wish it could have been even longer. I especially wish we got to talk more about Afghanistan because I love learning about different cultures, especially ones that have many misconceptions. But comment down below any follow up questions you may have and if there’s enough, it’ll help me justify a round two to Lina. One final thing — grab a notebook. Lina pulls quotes and wisdom from all sources: Joe Rogan, Elon Musk, Oprah, Eckhart Tolle, Michael Singer, Naval Ravikant,

Simon Cowell and others. Told you she’s smart. I do my best to link to all the things she brings up, but there’s nothing better than good old pen and paper to help you retain information. Enjoy my wide ranging conversation with Lina Noory!

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/what-it-takes-to-build-grow-and-sustain-a-brand-with-lina-noory 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Lina’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/linanoory 

Lina’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/linanoory

How to Be a Host 2018 Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NuMjzQl3Vw

Joe Rogan Interview with Naval Ravikant: https://youtu.be/3qHkcs3kG44

Matthew Hussey’s Catcher and the Rye Lesson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V8If_O9Tak

Oprah’s Life Advice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLTgnOuYb6o

Oprah’s Soul Sunday: http://www.oprah.com/app/super-soul-sunday.html

Why They Don’t Teach Finance in Schools: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6pWEzkbnDE

Where to Invade Next Michael Moore Doc: https://youtu.be/1KeAZho8TKo 

Power of Now Book: https://amzn.to/2hYouaS 

Untethered Soul Book: https://amzn.to/2NekV4o 

Unfuck Yourself Book: https://amzn.to/2X2Jhhc 

Last week was my 50th episode of this series. That was a huge milestone. And in this lesson, I want to share with you how you can use various milestones in your life as motivators. First off, what is a milestone? Not only do I clarify that question but I then highlight the various ways those milestones can serve as incentives to achieve your goals and dreams. It’s a shorter lesson that usual, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less valuable. Once you’ve heard this lesson, please comment with the milestones you’ve chosen to identify in your life to get you to move forward. I’m very curious to know. Lastly, I’m grateful you’ve taken the time to hear what I have to say. May the knowledge I’ve shared serve you well.

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/why-milestones-are-perfect-motivators 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Roxy Striar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en

Scientific Way to Combat Procrastination Lesson: https://philsvitek.com/scientific-way-to-combat-procrastination/

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

PLATFORMS TO ACCESS SHOW:

Apple Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/a-phil-svitek-podcast/id1211417581?mt=2 

Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd-Q6qZNFcQ9MJLXMMpSCJcjPAq-5lepX 

SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/phil-svitek 

Facebook: http://facebook.com/philippsvitek 

Google Podcast: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82ZGIwYWEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Ac7WjgaGaIAmc4nEZJFIY 

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/anchor-podcasts/a-phil-svitek-podcast

Anchor: https://anchor.fm/phil-svitek 

FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM:

Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek 

Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115 

Negativity perpetuates negativity. And while it may be easier to be critical, judgemental and cynical given today’s mindset, there’s actually a lot to be optimistic about. In this, my 50th episode, I highlight all the exciting things in humanity’s future and how we can all get there faster. It’s not a typical episode for me but it matters to you. I promise. I cite thinkers such as Steven Pinker (author of Enlightenment Now), Lynne Twist (author of The Soul of Money), artist Andy Goldworthy among others. I’m very curious to know what you think as well as which of my 50 episodes you’ve enjoy most, so be sure to comment down below. As always, thank you for being part of this journey with me. It’s incredible to think I’ve done 50 of these and you’ve taken the time to join me. Truly, I’m amazed and humbled.

TRANSCRIPT:

https://philsvitek.com/why-there-s-much-optimism-about-where-humanity-is-headed 

SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE:

Eco-Friendly for Newbies: https://ecowarriorprincess.net/2017/10/simple-5-step-guide-living-green-in-city-for-eco-newbies/

China’s Forest City Under Construction: https://youtu.be/nHq9yQOb1eQ

2030 City Projections: https://vimeo.com/240698324?ref=em-share

Garden Girl TV: http://gardengirltv.com 

Five Cities Making a Difference: https://www.climaterealityproject.org/blog/five-sustainable-cities-making-difference-planet 

Steven Pinker TED Talk (Is the World Getting Better or Worse?): https://www.ted.com/talks/steven_pinker_is_the_world_getting_better_or_worse_a_look_at_the_numbers?language=en

Steven Pinker’s Enlightenment Now Book: https://stevenpinker.com/publications/enlightenment-now-case-reason-science-humanism-and-progress

A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c 

SUPPORT THE SHOW:

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek 

Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/

Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115