Never in human history has it been easier to become distracted from doing the deep work we need to do or from investing in the relationships that matter the most.

In today's episode I start with another great insight from Marcus Aurelius about the need to become ruthless with the distractions in our lives.

From there I go deep on a listener question about how I manage to balance obsession, effort and relentless drive with rest and still.

It is not always easy but it can be done.

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https://youtu.be/JuLhE2iH5X0

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What do you think lies at the epicentre of so many of our social, political and global challenges.

We are not being manipulated by aliens! What is happening in the world will always and only EVER be a reflection of the combined choices of individual humans.

In today's episode we check in with first century AD Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. It turns out that before he appeared in Gladiator with Russel Crowe he was actually a famous Stoic philosopher.

He has something to teach us about the role of character and and how it shapes our lives and destinies.

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Watch the Youtube version here:

https://youtu.be/RgzH5jrgygk

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The result of the last few years of government policies has powerfully impacted many lives.

In today's episode I respond to a listener question about how we can help young people recover from the many losses to their educational and social lives.

The ideas I share here are applicable to all of us because they refer to what we need to do when power is taken out of our hands and life seems a series of unfair events and setbacks.

Many of the greatest men and women in history found a way to rise above their circumstances and find deep meaning in the hardships of life.

If you have ever experienced loss, powerlessness or despair or you know someone who has then this episode could make a big difference.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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It makes sense to be afraid of failing. After all, what rational person wants to fail?

What is much more subtle and mysterious is the fear of success. How could anyone be afraid of success?

In today's episode I share how a strange encounter in a second hand bookshop led to some deeper insights into how we all dear that challenges and changes that success can bring.

If you want to start uncovering the deep issues that may be holding you back then this is the episode for you.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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In today's episode I explore the power of creating positive physiological and mental states, the incredible resilience you possess as a member of Team Human and how you can reduce anxiety through better framing of time.

We are not passive victims of these difficult and challenging times. There are things we can do on a daily basis that can help us to find greater peace, a deeper sense of contribution and move toward deeper and more loving relationships.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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https://go.jonathandoyle.co/jd-speak-opt-in

Youtube version here:

https://youtu.be/7DcXZ1v2vO0

Find out about coaching with Jonathan here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/coaching

Yesterday I ran a half marathon and then added some extra kilometres and 250 pushups. Today I am coming to you live from some random rainforest in Queensland and a swamp that I found in the middle of it. Hopefully I am too far south for crocs...but you never know.

In today's message I want to share a summary of the main principles, beliefs and mindsets that keep me moving forward on a daily basis. In many ways life is not so much about talent and dramatic moments. It's much more about what I am calling RFM - Relentless Forward Motion. They essential principle is that each day we find some way to keep moving forward no matter the hills or obstacles that lie in our path.

This is not a nice idea or a platitude. It is something I am learning to out into action on a daily basis and you can as well.

Watch the Youtube version here:

https://youtu.be/lnckssnvp10

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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https://go.jonathandoyle.co/coaching

In this holiday episode I manage to find a blank wall and sit on a floor and hope that the content will not be ruined by our cavoodle barking in the next room. My internet access is a train wreck so this is a stripped back edition in which I share some insights about how there will always be another step of development for you in any area of life that matters.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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https://go.jonathandoyle.co/jd-speak-opt-in

Youtube version:

https://youtu.be/Zg2KsrBNLLg

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Many people go through life convinced that everything is working against them. The view the hard times of life as some kind of cosmic punishment. In today's message I have some really good news. I am going to share how deeply I believe that God is on your side no matter what is happening in your circumstances. This is a message that you really need to hear.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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See the Youtube version here:

https://youtu.be/qFzdK2xjajA

Find out about coaching with Jonathan here:

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It seems that using a hashtag and saying that you stand with whatever the latest thing is has become the default mechanism for trying to change the world. What if we all stopped trying to change the world and actually had the humility and common sense to try and change ourselves first. In today's episode I explore the wisdom of Benjamin Franklin who reminds us that the best way to create a better tomorrow is by ensuring that each of us becomes better today. If you are weary of virtue signalling hashtags and soundbites then this is an episode for you.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

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In today's episode I respond to three powerful listener questions. We explore how to deal with toxic people in any setting, how to deal with trust in relationships and also how to deal with the very human experience of guilt. This is a special episode where I go deep on some very real issues that touch all our lives at different times. If you want to grow in relationships, work and your own sense of emotional and spiritual wholeness then you will be encouraged by this episode.

Grab a free copy of my book Bridging the Gap here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/btg-pdf

Enquire about booking Jonathan to speak:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/jd-speak-opt-in

Find out about coaching with Jonathan here:

https://go.jonathandoyle.co/coaching