Scott Freiman is the creator of Deconstructing the Music, a series of multimedia presentations that includes The Beatles’ entire catalogue of recordings and is now branching out to include the music of other artists. Through his lectures, Scott takes audiences on a fascinating journey into the creative process, leaving them with a deeper understanding and appreciation for how their favorite music was made. 

Scott’s own story, discussed at length in this interview, is an example of how seemingly disparate interests, skills, and experiences can come together in surprising and satisfying ways, particularly with a little help from one's friends.

Scott Freiman Links:
Scott's Website: https://www.deconstructingthemusic.com/
Fab Four Masterclass: https://www.fabfourmasterclass.com/

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James Hollis had achieved all his significant life goals by the age of 30. Yet he was visited by a major depression that sent him into his first hour of therapy at age 35.

In this conversation, we discuss the arc of his personal and professional transformation, as well as inquire about the mysterious nature and workings of the human soul.

James Hollis Links:
Website: https://jameshollis.net/
Author's Page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-Hollis/author/B000AP7GGQ?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1717621369&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true 

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Cris Hazzard - aka “Hiking Guy” - has built an ever-growing following of both newbies to and devotees of the outdoors with his highly detailed, easy to follow, and down-to-earth online hiking guides.

Cris is on a mission to get people outside and appreciating the benefits of nature, knowing full well that this will help them feel renewed, restored, rejuvenated, and alive.

He also knows that doing so will garner that much more support for protecting, preserving, and caring for our natural environment for the benefit and health of future generations as well as the Earth itself.

Cris Hazzard Links:
Website: https://hikingguy.com/
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Hikingguy

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Website: http://ericteplitz.com/
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Eric Maisel has been coaching creative and performing artists for the past 35 years. Over that time, he has also authored more than fifty books on subjects such as the creative life, mental health, life purpose and meaning making, and self-authorship.

In this conversation, we begin by discussing some of the biggest obstacles people face in becoming the person they want to be. From there, Dr. Maisel shares some tips for making the most of our human agency.

This is Eric Maisel's second appearance on the podcast. You can listen to our first conversation together (Ep. 2) here: https://thepersonyouwanttobe.buzzsprout.com/1964290/10453704

Eric Maisel Links:
Website: https://ericmaisel.com/
Psychology Today article "The Sixth Model of Personality": https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/rethinking-mental-health/202110/the-sixth-model-personality

Eric Maisel's trainings in collaboration with Noble Manhattan Coaching:
Creativity Coach Certificate & Diploma Program: https://creativitycoaching.online/
Existential Wellness Coach Certificate Program: https://wellnesscoachtraining.online/

About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
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Susan Werner is a versatile singer/songwriter and a highly engaging musical performer.

Her songs run the gamut stylistically from folk to country to pop to jazz to "agnostic gospel" to showtunes and beyond.

In this interview, Susan candidly shares the highs and lows of her path toward authentic creative self-expression.

Susan Werner Links:
Website: https://susanwerner.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanwernerpage
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theentertainher/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/susanwerneronline

About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
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Just as I did for the Season One Finale, I have pulled together clips here from each interview of Season Two, and organized them into themes that highlight key aspects of becoming The Person You Want to Be:

Category #1: Listening to your life for clues.
Category #2: Reading books / taking in good quality inputs.
Category #3: Eliciting or accepting help from outside sources.
Category #4: Using difficulties, challenges, or setbacks to propel you forward.
Category #5: Random other things!

Check out the full interviews for those guests whose clips were of interest to you: https://thepersonyouwanttobe.buzzsprout.com/ (or on your favorite podcast platform).

Revisit the "Season One Finale" episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1964290/11807757

Please share this episode if you have enjoyed it!

About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
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In this audio essay, I present a case for viewing your own mortality as an ally in living your best life.

For a written version of this essay, go to: https://medium.com/better-humans/3-ways-to-become-besties-with-your-own-mortality-567cee8e67a3

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In this audio essay, I share some thoughts about why self-compassion can be so difficult, but also how it can be immensely helpful and healing.

For a written version of this essay, go to: https://medium.com/illumination/kindsight-ef592a394102

About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
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In this audio essay, I share a profound lesson in perspective imparted to me at Arches National Park in Utah.

For a written version of this essay, go to: https://medium.com/@ericteplitz/the-sky-always-wins-21129bfa2d86

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Kent Weishaus had a successful career in television when, in his fifties, he decided to completely switch gears in search of work that would have a more positive social impact.

He is the author of the recently released book "Stop Breaking Down: The Secret to Avoiding Overwhelm and Crack-Up".

Kent Weishaus Links:
Website: https://www.kentw.net/
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Breaking-Down-Avoiding-Overwhelm/dp/B0C8786FMB/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

About Your Host, Eric Teplitz:
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