Exploring the tension between external chaos and the inner work of attention, agency, and perspective.

Col and George return for a tight, reflective episode that captures the surreal duality of modern life: global crises unfolding in real time while everyday routines—work calls, family errands, vacation planning—continue uninterrupted. They unpack the emotional whiplash of toggling between geopolitical anxiety, media noise, and the practical demands of business and parenting. Col shares hrstruggle with reactive focus and the pull of political despair, grounding the conversation in insights from Michael Singer on consciousness and mental discipline. George reflects on the cognitive dissonance of “business as usual” amid war, economic uncertainty, and cultural volatility. Together, they explore how to stay present, constructive, and connected when the world feels unstable—and why attention, humor, and small joys matter more than ever.

This week Col and George discuss politics and anxiety, attention and focus, media overwhelm, global conflict, family life, mental clarity, podcasts, and the future of work.

Michael Singer's Podcast, "Making the Shift From Fear to Freedom," can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9N_E8CU8lY