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  • The Curse of Creativity: Turning Vision Into Reality | JusCallMeShoots

    THE OBSESSION BEHIND CREATION | JusCallMeShoots on Art, Culture & IdentityIn this episode, we dive into the mind of Yonáthan, an Ethiopian creative whose work spans photography, directing, and magazine contributions for Reebok, Ralph Lauren, Telfar, and artists like Summer Walker and Smino. At just 23, Yoni has already made waves globally, but what truly sets him apart is how he weaves culture, identity, and vision into every project.We unpack the obsession, discipline, and purpose behind his creativity, exploring what it takes to stay authentic in a world that constantly tests artists. From balancing Ethiopian cultural expectations to forging a unique artistic voice, Yoni shares the inner workings of his creative process, the challenges of criticism and social media, and the moments that define his journey.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn vision into something meaningful, how culture shapes creativity, or how obsession can both fuel and challenge an artist, this conversation is for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Yoni's Socials:TIKTOK:https://www.tiktok.com/@juscallmeyoni?_t=ZP-90gWUu33X4A&_r=1INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/juscallmeyoni?igsh=MXNreXI0ZjRsdzQ3dg==https://www.instagram.com/juscallmeshoots_?igsh=dmduMndjbjZmeWZwYOUTUBE:https://youtube.com/@juscallmeyoni?si=z8gYmDjWkNFIX1FZTimestamps:00:00 Preview0:30 Intro2:21 How You First Got Into Photography/Videography9:25 The Importance Of Credibility11:00 Did You Idea Of Creativity Change Compared To Before?12:00 The Secret Step-By-Step Process15:20 This Will Separate You From Other Creators19:15 Have You Lost Your Vision When You Work With People?24:20 These Tend To Be The Easiest Clients25:20 Have You Ever Been Scared During A Shoot?30:00 Getting Backlash From The Habesha Community42:20 How To Protect Your Energy/Creativity50:20 The Secret Word53:20 How You Make Your Clients Comfortable59:15 Feeling Pressure To Represent Where You're From?1:07:15 How Is Being A Creator In The DMV?1:10:10 Treating Your Work As A 9-51:13:30 What Font Do You Speak?1:19:45 Have You Ever Been Addicted To Your Work?1:22:21 Is Your Work A Representation Of You?1:27:49 Film School VS YouTube1:32:27 Who You Should Get Your Advice From1:33:50 Advice You'd Give Your Younger Self1:37:30 Protecting Your Peace1:38:50 What Is Your Dream Project?1:40:10 Outro

    1 hr 41 min
  • The Importance of AUTHENTICITY | Why TikTok Is DESTROYING Realness

    TikToker Reveals Why AUTHENTICITY Is DYING in a World Obsessed With PERFECTION

    In this episode, we dig into what it really means to be authentic in a world obsessed with filters and curated feeds, exploring why genuine connection feels so rare and why staying true to yourself matters more than ever. I’m joined by Solania, an Ethiopian TikToker from the DMV with over 65,000 followers, known for her unfiltered mix of humor, faith, and genuine storytelling.

    Together we unpack how she keeps her voice real on a platform built for perfection, the moments that tested her transparency, and why embracing your true self can be both freeing and challenging.Along the way we dive into big questions: why we care so much about others’ opinions, how parents and culture shape (and sometimes stifle) our identity, the role of nonchalance and emotional honesty, and how social media can both inspire and damage our sense of self.If you’ve ever felt pressure to fit in, wondered whether authenticity is harder for men or women, or questioned how culture and faith tie into staying genuine—this conversation is for you.

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    FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpy

    SNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fG

    TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1

    INTRO MUSIC:

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==

    TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1

    DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Solania's Socials:

    TIKTOK:https://www.tiktok.com/@iamsoliyana?_t=ZT-90AxO0qUEjV&_r=1

    INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/iamso_lanya?igsh=MTZyemt5MWN5dXprNQ==

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Preview

    0:23 Intro

    1:47 What Does Authenticity Mean?

    3:01 Why Are We Running Low On Authenticity?

    4:33 Why Do We Actually Care About What People Think?8:20 Losing Yourself In Fitting In

    11:50 How Parents Tie Into It

    13:50 Why Habeshas Are Afraid Of Being Themselves

    21:00 Why Do We Care About What Our Parents Think?24:40 Surrounding Yourself With These Type Of People

    29:40 The Only Question You Need To Ask Yourself

    33:20 Is It Harder For Men Or Women To Be Authentic?

    38:40 Why Are We Being Nonchalant?

    43:30 "Cut That Rope"45:09 Emotions=Authenticity?

    49:38 The Secret Behind True Authenticity

    54:00 Examples We See On Social Media

    56:13 "Griefing" An Experience

    58:00 Losing Ourselves In Authenticity?

    1:02:30 This Damages Your Spirit!

    1:04:18 How Culture Affects Authenticity/Identity

    1:32:58 Graphic Videos And Desensitization

    1:38:25 The Power Behind Showing Your Struggles

    1:42:20 How Can We Live An Authentic Life?

    1:45:45 Outro

    1 hr 48 min
  • Bare Minimum or Princess Treatment?

    In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Zebilon to unpack a question that’s been stirring up group chats: princess treatment OR the bare minimum???But before we get deep, we spiral into a hilarious side convo — from whether getting carried out of a burning building by a firefighter man would bruise our egos… to if using an umbrella makes you less of a man.Then we dive into the nitty-gritty of modern relationships — what’s expected, what’s extra, and what’s just common decency. We get honest about gender roles, social media pressure, and the blurry line between romantic gestures and basic respect.If you’ve ever been accused of expecting too much, doing too little, or just want to hear two cousins roast each other while actually saying something real — this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Intro1:07 Is There A Wrong Order To Put Your Clothes On?4:07 Is The Fire Department Ever Fully Prepared?6:09 Would You Let Another Man Carry You Out A Burning Buiding?7:44 Is A Man Holding An Umbrella An Ick?11:20 Did Zaby Cause A Canon Event?13:47 Our Biggest Canon Events18:12 Princess Treatment or Bare Minimum18:47 Paying For The First Date???21:50 Remembering And Celebrating Small Moments???24:19 Choosing Her Over Family???25:32 Prioritizing Her Birthday Over Your Friend's Birthday???29:46 Dropping Your Girl Bestfriend???31:49 Unfollowing All Girls On Social Media???41:40 Outro

    44 min
  • Are These the BIGGEST Habesha Red Flags?!

    Habesha Red Flags EXPOSED – Are You Guilty?In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Kerubel to go through some hilarious — and sometimes painfully accurate — Habesha red flags.What starts as quick-fire takes on dating quirks and cultural pet peeves quickly spirals into a bigger conversation — from family expectations, to what makes a relationship “acceptable” in Habesha culture, to the unspoken red flags we all know but rarely say out loud.We break down the funny, the awkward, and the real debates people have when it comes to love, tradition, and navigating Habesha identity.If you’ve ever wondered how Habeshas view relationships, what counts as a dealbreaker in our culture, or just want to laugh at some painfully relatable red flags, this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Preview00:42 Intro1:06 Red Flag #1 8:42 Red Flag #2 13:46 Red Flag #3 20:03 Red Flag #4 21:37 Red Flag #5 23:00 Red Flag #6 28:39 Red Flag #7 34:56 Red Flag #8 38:49 Red Flag #9 41:45 Red Flag #10 43:00 Red Flag #11 43:47 Red Flag #12 44:15 Red Flag #13 45:59 Red Flag #14 47:04 Red Flag #1547:11 Red Flag #16 47:24 Red Flag #17 48:57 Red Flag #18 52:22 Red Flag #19 53:09 Red Flag #20 53:36 Red Flag #21 1:04:40 Red Flag #22 1:05:50 Red Flag #23

    1 hr 7 min
  • The TRUTH About Habeshas Dating Outside Their Culture | Ethiopian Reddits (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)

    Would Your Parents Approve This Marriage? | Ethiopian Reddits (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)In this episode, I sit down with my cousins Remy and Zebilon to dive into some WILD Ethiopian Reddit posts about dating, relationships, and culture.What starts as a story about a 27-year-old Ethiopian woman and a 22-year-old American guy quickly spirals into a bigger conversation — from whether wanting to meet his kid too early is a red flag, to interracial marriage, to dating across different Ethiopian and Eritrean regions.We break down the cultural expectations, the awkward moments, and the real debates people have when it comes to love, family, and tradition.If you’ve ever wondered how Habeshas view interracial relationships, what it’s like navigating age gaps, or how regional differences play into dating, this one’s for you.

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039FOLLOW ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.

    Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:28 Reddit 17:40 Habesha Relationships Here VS Back Home10:36 Are Older Relationships Better Than The Ones Now?12:26 The Biggest Habesha Relationship Dilemma16:00 Remy Core:16:43 Reddit 218:18 Is There A 'Ferenji' Pass?20:03 Dating Other Regions??23:16 Will You Always Find Your Way Back Home?25:28 Bloopers28:12 Outro

    27 min
  • WILD Secrets My Cousins NEVER Admitted Until Now! (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)

    WILD Confessions My Cousins NEVER Admitted Until Now! (The COUSIN CHRONICLES)In this episode, I sit down with my cousins Zebilon, Kerubel, and Mathias to talk about what it’s really like to grow up together but slowly grow apart.What starts as a trip down memory lane with funny childhood stories turns into an honest conversation about the changes we’ve been through, what we missed out on growing up, and how our relationships have shifted over time.We talk about the challenges of staying connected as life pulls us in different directions, the awkwardness that comes with change, and the ways we’ve all grown — for better and for worse.If you’ve ever wondered why family bonds feel different as you get older or missed those simpler times, this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1INTRO MUSIC: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/valmaddoxaero?igsh=MWJraWRoYmE4aXN6Mg==TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@val_maddox_music?_t=ZT-8yRqOSfTGFj&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps:00:00 Intro2:08 Question #1 10:32 Question #2 16:25 Question #3 20:53 Question #4 31:20 Question #5 36:49 Question #6 41:00 Question #7 1:06:40 Winding Down1:06:08 Outro

    1 hr 12 min
  • Why We HIDE Our PAIN as Habesha Men

    What It's REALLY Like To Be A Habesha Man In Todays World In this episode, I sit down with Mikias, a psychology student at George Mason University, to talk about what it really feels like to be a Habesha man today.What starts as a conversation about mental health turns into an honest discussion about the pressure to always be strong, where that pressure comes from, and how we’ve learned to hide our emotions.We talk about the expectations placed on us as sons, the silence we carry, and the fear of being seen as weak. Mikias shares his own story of unlearning what it means to be a man, and why vulnerability may be the strength we’ve been avoiding.If you’ve ever felt the pressure to hold everything in — this one’s for you.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.Timestamps00:00 Preview00:30 Intro7:30 The Expectation Of Being Strong & Silent13:00 Did The Culture Hinder Your Identity?16:30 Self- Inflicted Pressures18:40 Every Habesha Grad Party Be Like...20:15 Fear Of Being 'Too Expressive'28:18 Hiding Yourself Because It's 'Not Manly'32:00 Is There A Manly Way Of Letting Your Emotions Out?37:30 The Ultimate Measure Of A Man38:54 The 'Provider' Mindset42:47 Biblical View As A Man pt.245:22 Does Being A Man Being Mean Being Perfect?49:50 Why Most Men Aren't Good With Emotions53:50 Being The Pillar Of Your Family56:15 What Do We Expect From Habesha Men?1:00:00 Are We Diluting Our Culture?1:04:35 Biblical View As A Man pt.21:15:45 The Last Vulnerable Conversation With A Man1:19:15 How Can Habesha Men Support Each other?1:27:39 What We Wish We Knew About Manliness1:33:56 What Emotional Legacy We Want To Leave1:39:16 Last Advice1:41:53 Outro

    1 hr 45 min
  • i’m trying something new…

    Don't watch if you're not inSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1Intro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gv7hcXCnjOw&list=RDgv7hcXCnjOw&start_radio=1

    28 min
  • Community College VS Prestigous College: Who Actually Wins?

    Community College vs. Prestigious CollegeIn this episode, we get real about college, comparison, and chasing success with Yeabsera, a computer science student at Vanderbilt, and Abdullah, an IT student at Northern Virginia Community College. We break down the hype around "prestigious" schools, what it’s like navigating college as kids of immigrants, and why your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.Yeabsera opens up about the pressure of being at a top school and what people don’t see behind the scenes, while Abdullah shares the mindset shifts he’s had at community college and how he's building his future step by step. We talk about confidence, purpose, and why chasing a name doesn’t always mean you’re chasing what matters.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only.00:00 Intro3:00 Is Pokemon Still The Same?6:07 Why Did You Choose Your School?9:15 How Is The Social Life In Your School?14:02 Why Community College Looked Down Upon?17:03 Is The Cost Of Your School Worth It?18:42 How Is It Like Being Surrounded With Wealthier Students? 20:30 Spending In Your 20s22:40 Does Your School Give You Pressure?24:20 How Is The Lifestyle In Your School?26:15 Why Choosing Your Professor Matters28:19 Why Your Mindset Could Ruin Your School29:16 Do Companies Care About The School You Went To?32:10 The BIGGEST Difference Between Our Schools33:44 How Did Your School Help You As A Person? 40:03 Parents And Independence45:03 Does Comparing Between Schools Get To You? 47:15 Are You 'Numb To Money' After Your School?48:42 Do You Have Any Regrets With Your School?51:09 Friends Just For A Semester???57:00 The Mindset You Need In Both Schools1:00:53 What Is Your Last Piece of Advice To Highschool Students?1:04:04 Outro

    1 hr 5 min
  • How This Neuroscience Student REWIRED Her MIND and Found Purpose

    Neuroscience Student EXPOSES the Raw TRUTH About Discipline and Growth ---In this episode, we explore what it truly takes to become the person you once dreamed of with Yabsera, a neuroscience student, content creator, and older sister who has built a life rooted in discipline, healing, and intentionality. We talk about growing up with immigrant expectations, the pressure to be a role model, and the unglamorous reality behind self-improvement. Yabsera opens up about unlearning toxic habits, redefining success, and how she balances ambition with internal peace. Her story is one of resilience, identity, and what it really means to rewire your mind and find purpose.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/@thebriefdivepodcast/videos?sub_confirmation=1LISTEN ON:SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2cPd9uVZqjmEmM9VF0zuGg?si=ef2246bd89c34b4APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brief-dive/id1551664039ADD ME ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebriefdive?igsh=cm5iaWEyazRvMnpySNAPCHAT: https://snapchat.com/t/zzap27fGTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriefdive?_t=8qIJLtOvM0l&_r=1DISCLAIMER: "The Brief Dive" Podcast represents the opinions of Filimon and his guests who are also not licensed professionals. The content provided should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or any sort of medical treatment. This content is meant for informational and entertainment purposes only. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Preview0:36 Intro 7:45 How Did Your "Balance" Mindset Begin10:24 Why Are You Studying Neuroscience Of All Majors?14:50 Why Minor In Economic Policy On Top Of All That?18:05 Why Did Filimon Even Start The Podcast?21:12 Where Does Your "Blind Confidence" Come From?22:16 The Affects Of Living An Independent Childhood25:34 How Are You The "Big Sister" Of Your Audience? --27:06 Where Does Your Drive And Will Come From?30:03 The Pressure Being The Oldest Sibling32:39 How Do You Maintain Discipline With The Busy Life You Live?36:30 How To Instantly Rewire Yourself To Grow39:50 How To Rewire Your Mind From Fear?41:20 Can Our Brains Respond To What We Can't See???44:15 How Can We Instantly Slow Down Fear?47:17 The Secret In Gaining Public Speaking Confidence48:06 The Power Behind Believing In Someone50:22 How Did You Unlearn Toxic Habits?54:19 How Do You Practice Detatchment?59:44 The Importance Of Having A Clear Vision1:04:21 How Do You Gradually Stop Caring About What People Think?1:06:25 What Instantly Changed Your Perspective On Your Parents?1:08:26 Do We You Bear The Fruits Of Our Labor?1:10:40 Who Is Going To Pick You?1:11:32 Who Survives The Longest In Squid Games?1:14:08 How To Get Others To Agree With You1:17:15 Applying The 48 Laws Of Power1:23:40 What Would Younger You Think Of You Right Now?1:26:10 The Biggest Cost Of Confidence1:26:52 The Meaning To Our Dreams1:33:20 The Science Behind Why Women Are Into Bad Guys1:37:02 The Benefits Of Traveling And New Experiences1:39:48 Why Comfort Is A Deadly Weapon1:42:30 The Zen Master & The Mochi Beater Story1:44:07 Is Our Life One Big Meditation?1:47:34 The Best Advice You've Ever Recieved1:50:20 OutroEpisode Resources:Yabsera's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/yabsera.sam/?igsh=OWFubzdyNm54ZGdh##habesha #neuroscience

    1 hr 52 min

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This podcast is a mix of topics from mental health to philosophy. You’ll hear topics from anxiety and goal setting to how everything in the world is connected. Filimon shares his ways of…