The Reflection

The Reflection

By Preston JamesSociety & Culture
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The Reflection episodes

  • Finding Your Passion...Finding Your Purpose

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    On this episode of our journey, making our dreams into a reality and being the best person we can be, Preston dives into what makes us happy? What keeps us interested and engaged? What are we passionate about? What is our purpose? He talks about the things that truly make us happy in life and how we figure out what those things are. We will be walking away with some tips and tools that help us navigate the things we are passionate about in life and what our purpose could be based on that or those passions. 

    31 min
  • Fear and Self Doubt

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    On this episode, episode 15, Preston talks about overcoming Fear and Self Doubt. How to get to the bottom and root cause of these fears and doubts. We take a look at different philosophies and approaches for dealing with fear and self doubt. How can we become a better person, feel determined enough to set out and accomplish the goals and dreams we desire. 

    37 min
  • Pursuing the Good Life (Feat. Memo 71)

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    In this episode Preston interviews Memo 71, a local music producer and health professional. They talk music, life experiences and what the future may hold in their relationships to god/the universe. Preston and Memo reflect on what it really  means to have a good life and what it looks like to truly do the things you want to do whilst on this earth. 

    1 hr 12 min
  • Community

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    In this episode Preston talks about community. How does community interact with our personal lives. How does our own community strengthen us and get us to where we want to be? There are so many different ways in which our community can help us or hold us back. The question first must be "how do we see our community?" How will we use our community to make our lives better? How will we reciprocate the same thing? How do our friends and family also play a role in this community we build? 

    36 min
  • Fixed V.S. Growth Mindset

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    On episode 12 Preston talks about the differences between having a fixed mindset and having a growth mindset. Preston dives into Carol Dweck's work and see's how we (the average person) can apply these methods and outlooks to our own lives on a daily basis. Preston talks mindset, strategy, approach and implementation of such ways of thinking and how it is that most people tend to stay in the fixed mindset realm instead of expanding, taking risks, supporting others and having a fear of failure and the way in which others perceive them. 
    Reach out to Preston for any podcast suggestions, guest ideas or relevant information that pertains to any of the previous podcasts [email protected] OR @thereflection_PJ on YouTube 

    39 min
  • Leadership

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    On this episode Preston discusses what it looks like to Follow the Leader. Who are the people we look up to and have looked up to in our past that have helped make us into the people we are today? What does it look like to take on the role of a leader? Preston looks at various leaders in history and discusses why they accomplished as much as they did. Preston asks the question "what does it mean to lead?" Hinting at the fact that it's not a role for everyone and everyone has their role to play in the world. So what is it that makes these leaders lead? Why are they so different than the "rest" of us

    37 min
  • Stoicism For Daily Living

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    Ep.10 - In this episode Preston dives into what it means to be stoic. We talk about what that may look like living in today's world in comparison to living in the past of ancient Rome or Greece. Preston dives into how we can apply these philosophies and methodologies into our every day living habits to live a more peaceful, kind and positive way of life. Stoicism may look different to people, but the underlining premiss is the same. How can stoicism from ancient Greece and Rome help improve our lives in various ways within this modern and ever so changing society and world. How can this way of thinking benefit us and the people around us? 

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    42 min
  • Just Life'n it Up

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    Ep. 9 We have a special guest with us, Mr. Morales. A teacher and friend I work with . Preston chops it up with Emilio about life, work, goals and music. There is almost nothing they don't talk about from where they are from, how they started their careers and life quests, where they want to go, Dave Grohl and what it all means. Where will they end up...??? No one will know until you listen to this interesting and free conversation. 

    Reach out to Preston at [email protected] or on YT @thereflection_pj

    52 min
  • Understanding Differences

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    Ep. 8 Understanding Differences. On this episode, Preston dives into the unique differences we share as people and how differences are what makes us...us. We talk about 5 different extensions of what makes us different but yet similar on many levels. Understanding differences is the best way that we can work together and become a better version of ourselves, understanding where other people come from and why they think the way they do is only the beginning to what could be the future of a better world. 

    Please reach out to me at [email protected] for more information

    49 min
  • Relationships

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    Ep. 7, Preston dives into the various types of relationships there are and how they affect us on a daily basis. First, addressing the foundation or building of a relationship and then the keeping or maintaining aspect of a relationship. He also talks about the value of relationships in a community or workplace environment and what that means for our daily lives. 

    Please reach out if you have any questions or suggestions on podcast topics that Preston could talk about. Email us at [email protected] or reach out on youtube @thereflection_pj
    Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season and preparing for the new year. Now is never a bad time to reach out to the ones you love and let them know how grateful you are for them.

    48 min

About The Reflection

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The Reflection is a podcast doing just that. We reflect on ourselves and our community, so that we can lead a healthier, more positive and productive lifestyle. Each episode will consist of a new…