Convergence

Brendan proves why he is “a dapper wizard”, and Mark shares his worthy goal.

Links

• Sujith Ravindran
• MKBHD on “quitting” YouTube
• Godmode
• How to Begin: Start Doing Something That Matters, by Michael Bungay Stanier
• Thinking – Episode 20 of the A-Z of Happiness
• Unique Hammond

The Serenity Prayer

Brendan and Mark review a YouTube video with 1.25 million views that they’ve never seen. Would you take a stand-up course? Brendan finds out to what extent his yoga practice has been paying off, and he has a name for his programme.

Links

• Hi Ren, by Ren
• I'm a Terrible Person, by Rooney
• Do You Realize?, by the Flaming Lips
• Clarity & Connection, by Yung Pueblo

Guided meditation

This begins at 1:22:11.

This week: what is Convergence for? Brendan is working on a method, and Mark wonders what it would be like if you started a business and didn’t know who it was for.

Links

• Affirmations for Empaths: A Year of Guided Journaling, by Judith Orloff
• The Empath's Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People, by Judith Orloff
• Libby app
• Brendan & Mags: “Hot Two”
• “In Defense of Food” Author Offers Advice For Health
• Atomic Habits, by James Clear

Self-discovery and personal growth are ongoing journeys that can lead to profound insights and perspectives. Through discussions about embracing oneself, accepting different aspects of life, and finding joy in the process of exploration, today’s episode highlights the importance of continuous learning and the potential for transformation. It emphasises the idea that happiness and fulfilment come from within and can be cultivated through conscious awareness and a willingness to face and understand our own unhappiness.

Links

• ATP (the podcast John Siracusa historically wasn’t allowed to do any prep for)
• 10x is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less, by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy (Author)
• The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power, by Vernon Howard
• The Paradoxical Theory of Change
• The 4 Mantras and the Holidays
• Theme System Journal

Continuing their chat from last week, Mark and Brendan get into true self, connection, and universal consciousness, while trying to skewer it before things get too heady.

Links

• Three Principles (Sydney Banks)
• Billy Connolly
• Vehicles & Animals – Athlete
• Morning Creative

We need to be mindful of offering help and advice to others. While we might have good intentions, we have to respect others' readiness and willingness to receive help. Pushing too hard or trying to change someone might end up creating resistance and strain in relationships. We need to ask permission, offer questions for reflection, and be aware of boundaries when trying to support others on their personal journeys.

Links

• American Symphony (2023)
• Spirit Hacking, by Shaman Durek
• Unique Hammond – health and nutrition coach
• The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power, Vernon Howard

In this special episode, Brendan reflects on his desire to help his friends who are going through similar health issues but are resistant to his advice. He discusses his own experiences in a toxic relationship and the challenges he faced in finding his own path to recovery.

He shares his frustration with societal control and his passion for being a healer. His recording mentions abuse, suicide and depression, and self-harm.

Help if you need it

• National Institute of Mental HEalth, US
• Mind UK

Listening to our bodies and addressing the root causes of discomfort is crucial. We need to prioritise a holistic approach to health, considering both our physical and mental wellbeing.

This week, Brendan and Mark talk about open communication and boundaries, forgiveness and self-reflection, and the universe tapping us on the shoulder… and sometimes downright slapping us in the face.

Links

• What is namespace pollution?
• Marco Polo
• A moment of Venn
• Morning Creative
• Refuge Recovery
• 12 Hour Walk

Life can be fragile, and unexpected events can happen at any moment. We need to appreciate the present moment and be grateful for our wellbeing.

This week, we get into some serious events from the week, as well as some B&M favourites like empathy, universal basic income, and the ideological challenges surrounding welfare systems.

Plus we get into the understanding and compassion needed for others, as well as the need for systemic change to address social issues.

Trigger warnings

• From 08:24 to 23:39: Car accident discussion

Links

• Thank You for Being Late: An Optimist's Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations, by Thomas Friedman
• PoTS - postural tachycardia syndrome
• Mark’s chilli con carne mac ‘n cheese
• Transistor
• Ember mug
• Enneagram type 3: the Performer
• Audience and community – from the Bitrate archive

Sometimes, taking a step back and reevaluating our projects can lead us to unexpected realisations and opportunities for growth. We need to listen to our intuition and be open to exploring new paths that might better serve our authentic selves.

On this episode, Brendan and Mark discuss the concept of dancing with the universe, the nature of time, and the impact of outdoor advertising.

Links

• Notion
• Yuvi Zalco
• Thank You for Being Late: An Optimist's Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations, by Thomas Friedman
• Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, by Cal Newport
• The Adam & Joe podcast
• Tubular Bells II