In this episode, I explore what might be the most fundamental misunderstanding about human fulfillment: our obsession with happiness. I argue that happiness is fool's gold that makes you fragile and dependent on circumstances, while peace operates from a completely different paradigm - it's not something you achieve, but something you recognize that's already present. The key insight is that peace makes you unshakeable, not because nothing can hurt you, but because you can be hurt without being destroyed.

Read the full newsletter: https://gerryvanderwalt.kit.com/posts/stop-chasing-happiness-and-start-finding-peace

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We've forgotten the essential rhythm between effort and rest, mistaking constant availability for dedication when it's really just fear. Without clear boundaries, work invades every corner of life while our bodies and relationships crumble. True performers understand that weekends aren't optional—they're the counterbalance that makes sustained excellence possible. When we respect this boundary, we can fully engage in work knowing rest awaits, and fully surrender to rest knowing when to return. It takes courage to set these limits in a culture obsessed with productivity, but remember: neither work nor rest finds its full power without the other.

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High IQ doesn't guarantee happiness. In fact, brilliant people often live the loneliest lives.

This episode breaks down how overdependence on pure intellect - while ignoring emotional and social skills - creates massive blind spots. These gaps wreck relationships, tank careers, and even damage your health.

I'll share insights on three types of intelligence (IQ, EQ, SQ) and why the smartest person in the room often stays trapped. From workplace disasters to relationship failures to physical breakdowns - we'll see how your greatest asset becomes your worst enemy.

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https://gerryvanderwalt.kit.com/posts/are-you-smart-enough-to-realize-that-being-smart-isn-t-enough

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https://gerryvanderwalt.com/

In this episode I share some new blog posts that has some great value. You can link to the newsletter and the blog below:

Newsletter: https://gerryvanderwalt.kit.com/posts/landscapes-insights-and-what-s-next

Blog: https://gerryvanderwalt.com/insights/

Just because you don't believe in gravity doesn't mean it won't kill you when you step off a cliff.

This morning, I woke up feeling like sh*t. Low. Not physically. Mentally. That heavy cloud that sits on your chest. The one that makes getting out of bed feel like crawling through mud. Maybe you know it. Maybe you pretend you don't.

And right there, in that space between recognizing the feeling and deciding what to do with it, lives today's conversation.

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In this episode, I explore our deeply ingrained habit of avoiding self-reflection and the transformative power of sitting with our own uncomfortable thoughts. Through personal experiences like facing a complete whiteout in Svalbard and coaching exercises where clients confront their unfiltered minds, I discuss how we've become addicted to distractions that keep us from truly meeting ourselves.

You can read this newsletter here: https://gerryvanderwalt.kit.com/posts/what-are-you-actually-avoiding

In this episode, I explore the vital space between achievements—the emotional void that follows our greatest triumphs. Drawing from my Arctic expedition experiences, I discuss why this post-accomplishment crash isn't failure but a necessary part of growth. I share insights on navigating this empty period, emphasizing that avoiding life's peaks to escape the valleys leads to mere existence, not living. This episode offers practical advice for honoring the void while preparing for your next summit, encouraging listeners to embrace both the heights and depths of a fully-lived life.

You can read this newsletter here: https://gerryvanderwalt.kit.com/posts/the-necessary-fall-why-we-all-need-both-peaks-and-valleys

My website: https://gerryvanderwalt.com/

Welcome to Monday!

We are the only mammal on the planet that gets born without a purpose or exact plan as to what we're supposed to do with our life.

It's up to you to find your life task and making stories is a great way to taste some of what life has to offer and the things that excite you!

View the video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/hMtDCjLzfqw

Welcome to Monday!

Whether you're trying to 'fix' something and work on self care or you have goals you're chasing, it's important to make sure you maintain focus and not get distracted which, in today's world, can be quite a challenge!

Simplifying, not adding more, is the only way to go.

You can find the video of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/b2yUSbr3YKY

Welcome to Monday!

Conversation around work-life balance can make us quite anxious as it often feels like a very challenging thing to navigate.

By being aware of the three elements that you need to juggle - work, relationships and you - things might be a little easier to navigate.

Clarity, communication, goals and understanding. In this episode I chat about these things and how you can deploy them to help you make sense of the different seasons we all naturally go through.

Stay safe.

And don’t forget to be awesome.

G.