The Gentle Rebel Podcast

You’ve Got To Go Forwards To Go Back

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In this episode of The Gentle Rebel Podcast, we explore the theme of nostalgia and “going back to basics”. This was inspired by a recent community discussion.

What are the basics and what does it mean to go back when time moves forward? In this episode, we consider our relationship with nostalgia and the subtle pull it can have on our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world around us.

Topics Covered in This Episode
The Allure of Nostalgia
  • Why the past often feels simpler, safer, and more appealing.
  • The potential dangers of believing this story.
  • How nostalgia shapes our perception of the present and influences decision-making.
    • Nostalgia as Utopia in Reverse
    • The traps of idealising a perfect past or future.
    • How can these narratives create antagonism, self-defeating mindsets, and resistance to sustainable growth?
      • The Basics in Action
      • A look at Vince Lombardi’s famous “This is a football” story.
      • What the “football” might be for each of us.
      • What does this teach us about unlearning, re-learning, and preparing for uncertainty?
        • Isomorphic Learning
        • Insights from Lucy Easthope’s work on disaster recovery.
        • The temptation to fight the last war and prepare for the previous crisis.
        • How building strong foundations equips us to face unpredictable challenges.
          • Creative Freedom and Letting Go
          • Why returning to basics can free us from the constraints of past success and external expectations.
          • How letting go creates space for new ideas and growth.
            • The Evolution of Traditions
            • Exploring how rituals and ceremonies can help us find shared values across time and space.
            • How ceremonial and sacred rituals often evolve from practical necessity.
              • Core Reflections From the Episode
              • How does nostalgia show up in your life? Are there ways it helps or hinders your present perspective?
              • What ” basics ” ground you when life feels overwhelming or uncertain?
              • How might simplifying your approach create space for new dots to connect?
              • What did this episode bring up for you?
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