Navigating a World Overcome with Consumerism and How to Say “No”

We felt this podcast was in strong alignment for all of us around the world at home due to COVID19. While it may feel like the globe is at a halt with enumerable unknowns, it can also be used as a time to delineate what’s important and to rethink what “flowers to water” in life.   Dr. Pedram Shojai is a Taoist monk and Doctor of Oriental Medicine who practiced for years in Asia and emerged to enlighten the modern Western World of the disconnects faced every single day. He is a NY Times Bestseller, creator of Well.org, and has produced numerous documentaries focused on critically evaluating the consumer-driven world we live in today.   Pedram joins us to talk about:   8:34 Understanding where “No” comes from and how to say it  11:00 Practicing life in the right part of your brain  13:30 Minimalistic practices a learning to discern what you do/don’t need - especially with possessions 18:49 Prioritization of getting back to nature a watering the “flowers” in your life 22:44 Moving from southern California to the mountains of Utah  36:02 3 Tangible takeaways to better your day

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