Best Oculus Quick Take Podcasts (2024)

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Zen Stoic Podcast Final Episode 6:36

3y ago6:36

6:36

This is the final episode of The Zen Stoic Podcast! While this is sad, we are excited to announce the launch of our new podcast, The Zen Stoic Path! Be sure to subscribe to The Zen Stoic Path to tune into daily episodes starting Monday, May 31, 2021 To stay updated, feel free to visit our brand new website zenstoic.com! For any questions or feedbac…

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S1 Ep. 67 (Season Finale) Interview with Founder of The Oculus Institute: Sean Sessel 56:43

4y ago56:43

56:43

In today's episode, Victor and Nicko interview the Founder of The Oculus Institute, Sean Sessel. Sean Sessel runs The Oculus Institute which covers comprehensive personal development with a focus on helping people get clear on a career that is both fulfilling personally as well as financially rewarding. To learn more about Sean and his work, click …

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S1 Ep. 66 Interview with Owner of Jed's Barber Shop: Jed Beal 1:00:48

4y ago1:00:48

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In today's episode, Victor interviews the Owner of Jed's Barber Shop, Jed Beal. Jed opened Jed's Barber Shop in Salt Lake City 9 years ago during the stages of the recession. The business now has 3 locations and dozens of employees- all of which are millennials. Jed specializes in branding, customer service, systems, and millennial management. To l…

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S1 Ep. 65 Interview with Comedian: Brendon Lemon 1:05:41

4y ago1:05:41

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In today's episode, Victor interviews Brendon Lemon who is a Comedian, a lover of Stoicism and Zen, and author of a Stoic book called "The Stoic Salesperson." Learn more about Brendon's work here: https://www.brendonlemon.com/ and his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Stoic-Salesperson-Brendon-Lemon/dp/1735055204 What was your favorite takeaway fro…

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S1 Ep. 64 Look Within 4:07

4y ago4:07

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Where and what do you look to when you feel lost or overwhelmed? In today's episode, Nicko and Victor will be discussing a quote from Epictetus that teaches us the important lesson of looking within when we feel pulled from external forces. What was your biggest takeaway from today's lesson? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice message on…

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S1 Ep. 63 Doing Your Part 4:51

4y ago4:51

4:51

Do you feel that helping others only matters when it's done in a big way or do you feel every action, big or small, counts? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko share a story to remind us that when we come together to do our part, every action counts. What was your takeaway from this story? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice message on …

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S1 Ep. 62 Interview with Guelaguetza Restaurant Partner: Bricia Lopez 1:00:40

4y ago1:00:40

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Bricia Lopez is a partner at Guelaguetza Restaurant, LA’s temple for Oaxacan cuisine. She has become a staunch proponent of Oaxacan culture and an integral figure in the gastronomic culture of Los Angeles. In 2015, her restaurant was awarded the coveted American Classics award from the James Beard Award Foundation and the LA Times awarded her with …

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S1 Ep. 61 Interview with Founder and CEO of InnerSpartan: René Rodriguez 1:07:31

4y ago1:07:31

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In today's episode, Victor interviews René Rodriguez. René Rodriguez is the CEO of the strategic coaching and consultancy company, InnerSpartan Media. He and his team of exceptional coaches and trainers work directly with organizations to help create high performing teams and directly with individuals who aspire to achieve greater levels of success…

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S1 Ep. 60 How to Listen to Your Own Voice 8:02

4y ago8:02

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Have you tried to do something new and outside of your comfort zone but quickly got shut down by someone you care about? In today's episode, Nicko asks Victor the question "In the face of uncertainty, how do I follow through with what I know can be possible or that I can achieve?" Listen on to hear Victor's answer for this scenario! Have you taken …

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S1 Ep. 59 The Gift of Failure 5:56

4y ago5:56

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What role does failure play in your life? Is it something you welcome or shy away from? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko discuss a quote from Robert Greene that remind us of the gifts failure can bring us. What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice message on Anchor or search for us on Faceb…

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S1 Ep. 58 Focus On What Nature Demands 4:35

4y ago4:35

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Do you see yourself separate or a part of nature? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko discuss a quote from Marcus Aurelius that reminds us how important it is to view ourselves as a part of nature and how we can find guidance through it. What was your biggest lesson from this episode? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice message on Ancho…

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S1 Ep. 57 Stepping Stones 4:48

4y ago4:48

4:48

What is your strategy when it comes to meeting new challenges and endeavors? Do you run straight in because you've seen other people run in before or do you like to ask where the stepping stones are first? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be sharing a story to highlight how often we use our Egos to run into doing new things instead of aski…

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S1 Ep. 56 Interview with CEO and Creative Director of Anthony Vazquez Photography: Anthony Vazquez 50:58

4y ago50:58

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In today's episode, Victor interviews the CEO and Creative Director of Anthony Vazquez Photography, Anthony Vazquez. Anthony Vazquez Photography is a wedding and film production company based in New York City catering to high-end clients in the New York state and tri-state area. Victor and Anthony discuss how to be happy, stress-free, and enjoy the…

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S1 Ep. 55 How to Stop Feelings or Thoughts of Regret 4:33

4y ago4:33

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Do you have ruminating thoughts that prohibit you from real progress? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be answering a Dojo member's question. Giovanni's question is "how to stop feelings and thoughts of regret and normalize thought process that immediately presents opportunity for growth? I have had multiple issues over the last few days l…

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S1 Ep. 54 Internal Resistance 6:33

4y ago6:33

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Do you feel pulled toward your purpose but also feel an internal resistance to executing it? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko discuss an excerpt from the book "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield that reminds us to share our gifts with the world instead of hiding it away and understand where this internal resistance is coming from. What do you…

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S1 Ep. 53 Adversity Gives More Than It Takes 5:56

4y ago5:56

5:56

How do you respond when you're faced with adversity and challenges? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko discuss a quote from Epictetus that teaches us we have more to learn from adversity than it takes away from us. Share this episode to anyone you think may need to hear this! What was your biggest takeaway? Let us know by leaving a comment throug…

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S1 Ep. 52 The Young Archer 4:45

4y ago4:45

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How often are you letting your Ego lead the way? In today's story day episode, Victor and Nicko tell the story of The Young Archer to remind us that we often need to let the Ego and the Self work in harmony to keep things in check. What was your biggest takeaway from this story? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice message on Anchor or se…

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S1 Ep. 51 Black Lives Matter 27:57

4y ago27:57

27:57

In today's episode, Victor and Nicko discuss the important topic of Black Lives Matter through a Zen Stoic lens. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zenstoicpodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zenstoicpodcast/support

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S1 Ep. 50 How to Develop Self-Control 5:39

4y ago5:39

5:39

Have you wondered how to develop self-control? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko respond to a Dojo member question! Scott asks "What does the Zen Stoic say about this? It seems I have self-control over some things but not others. Also, all virtues seem unapproachable without self-control. How does one attain the virtue of self-control?" Listen o…

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S1 Ep. 49 Embrace And Accept Your Humanity 5:10

4y ago5:10

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Have you ever asked yourself "What is the point of all this? Why was I even born?" In today's episode, Victor and Nicko are discussing an excerpt from Alan Watt's book, "The Way of Zen" which teaches us to ask instead, "who is it that is asking not to be born?" and to embrace and accept our own humanity rather than separating from it. What was your…

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S1 Ep. 48 The Characteristics of The Rational Soul Part 2 8:20

4y ago8:20

8:20

Have you listened to last weeks' episode for Part 1? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will continue discussing the remainder of "The Characteristics of The Rational Soul" derived from Marcus Aurelius' journal "Meditations" and how it will look like applied to our modern-day world. Listen on to find out what they are! How many of these apply to …

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S1 Ep. 47 Uncontrollable Temper 4:12

4y ago4:12

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What does it mean to control a temper? Is it even something for us to control or to overcome? In today's episode, also Nicko's favorite day, Victor and Nicko will be telling a Zen story to illustrate what role temper has in our lives and how we can begin to find our inner peace by seeing it for what it really is. What did you take away from this st…

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S1 Ep. 45 Self-Mastery 6:42

4y ago6:42

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Have you ever wondered how to measure how much you've progressed on your self-mastery journey? Or if you've reached a level where you cannot progress any further? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be answering and discussing a client question. They asked "How do you measure the progress of self-mastery? How do I know when I have actually re…

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S1 Ep. 44 The Robber Procrastination 6:40

4y ago6:40

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Many of us believe we aren't able to do what we want to do due to a lack of time but what better time than now? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko discuss a quote for Epictetus and Seneca, what they teach us about procrastination, and how we can overcome this. How was this episode helped your habit? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice …

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S1 Ep. 43 The Characteristics of The Rational Soul Part 1 7:31

4y ago7:31

7:31

Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher from 161 to 180. In his journal, which later was published as the book "Meditations," he reflected upon and wrote about "The Characteristics of The Rational Soul." In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be discussing these characteristics and how it will look like applied to our modern-da…

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S1 Ep. 42 The Zen Master 6:07

4y ago6:07

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In today's story day episode, Victor and Nicko talk about the importance of showing empathy to someone that "may not deserve it" and also illustrates how powerful it is to just allow someone's voice to be heard. All it takes it that one pivotal moment where all you needed was to be heard instead of trying to express it through destructive behavior.…

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S1 Ep. 41 Interview with Zen Stoic Micro Meditations Co-Creator: Brandon Koertge 20:25

4y ago20:25

20:25

Did you know the music in The Zen Stoic Micro Meditations are carefully designed with specific sound frequencies that enhance the outcome of the meditation? Whether the outcome is to become ready and awake or relaxed and calm. Brandon Koertge is a Musician, Audio Engineer, and the Co-Creator of the Zen Stoic Micro Meditations. In today's interview,…

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S1 Ep. 40 Zen Stoic Dojo Member Question: Zen Stoicism in Schools 7:08

4y ago7:08

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In today's episode, Victor and Nicko answer a question from one of our Zen Stoic Dojo members! Principal Andrew asks "What value do you see that educators, specifically administrators of schools could have in practicing and putting into place the zen stoic ideas into schools? Which aspects of Zen Stoicism do you think could be of most value in a sc…

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S1 Ep. 39 The Real Moon 6:15

4y ago6:15

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Sometimes the road to self-improvement can be very confusing. How do we know what is truth and what is not? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be talking about one of the most common mistakes people will make on their self-improvement journey, how to bring awareness to it, and what to do with all the information instead. What is your persona…

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S1 Ep. 38 Zen Stoic Disciplines 5:44

4y ago5:44

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Do you ever find yourself procrastinating or unable to stick to new habits? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be breaking down 3 Zen Stoic principles you can use to help you create more discipline. The time is always now Do less, but do it better Memento Mori- to meditate on your own mortality Which one(s) will you begin to use today? Let u…

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S1 Ep. 37 The Bamboo Acrobat 6:58

4y ago6:58

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Guess what day it is!? It's Nicko's favorite day! In today's episode, Victor will be telling the story of "The Bamboo Acrobat" to bring awareness to our tendencies in watching what other people are doing instead of keeping our own things in check and balance first. Are you one to plan your day around others or check-in with yourself first? Let us k…

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S1 Ep. 36 Interview with Magician, Daniel Fernandez 44:34

4y ago44:34

44:34

In today's episode, Victor interviews celebrity magician, Daniel Fernandez. You will get to hear Daniel describe the art of his magic, what mentalism is, and Victor and Daniel's discussion on the power of your mindset. Find out more about Daniel's work here: https://www.facebook.com/danielvfernandez/ What interesting new idea did you learn from thi…

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S1 Ep. 35 Pure Presence 4:20

4y ago4:20

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Did yesterday's episode, "How to Remedy The 5 Patterns of Sabotage," have you wondering what kind of action steps you can take for yourself? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko share exactly what you can start to add into your day to help you feel more present and to see yourself as one with nature (remedy #1.) The Zen Stoic Micro Meditations are …

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S1 Ep. 34 How to Remedy The 5 Patterns of Sabotage 10:56

4y ago10:56

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In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be answering listeners' questions! Our listener, Tyler, asks "What can you do to mend your soul after damaging it from one of those five things for so long?" This question throws it back to one of our original episodes "Ep. 8 The 5 Patterns of Sabotage." Victor will be recapping the 5 patterns in which you …

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S1 Ep. 33 The Essence of Acceptance 5:51

4y ago5:51

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Many of us attach our identity and value to our hustle, ambitions, and goals. But what if we told you they do not define or validate who you are? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will talk about how goals are actually meant to help us and how embracing the process of getting there will bring you true validation. What are your thoughts or questi…

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S1 Ep. 32 Live Immediately 6:14

4y ago6:14

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We've all said it... "I'll be happy when THIS happens" or "my life will be complete once I do this!" But what happens when you get there? We may find ourselves asking "now what?" Do you find this to be a pattern in your life? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be reminding us how important it is to live immediately (with a quote by Seneca) a…

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S1 Ep. 31 Maybe 6:59

4y ago6:59

6:59

It's Nicko's favorite day! In today's episode, Victor will be telling us the story of "Maybe." This story helps to remind us of this simple yet powerful word that captures the ebb and flow of life. How will your life be different if you replaced the defining words of "good" and "bad" with "maybe?" Let us know by leaving a comment through voice mess…

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S1 Ep. 29 Unshakeable Inner Peace 5:28

4y ago5:28

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Zen Stoicism is the hybrid philosophy for unshakeable inner peace. How do we create unshakeable inner peace? It is by mastering the 2 fundamental experiences of being a human: thinking and being. In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will share exactly how you can master these two fundamentals beginning with incorporating Zen Stoic Micro Meditations…

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S1 Ep. 28 Question From a Zen Stoic Dojo Member 7:36

4y ago7:36

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In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will be answering a question from a Zen Stoic Dojo member! Have you been in interactions with people that like to complain about small insignificant things? How about with people that like to blow things out of proportion? How do you deal with this? Listen on to find out. Has this episode helped you with your ow…

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S1 Ep. 27 Let Go and Walk On: Embracing Change 7:10

4y ago7:10

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Right now, we are faced with more change than ever. Do you spend your time looking back on what life used to be or have you let go and walked on? If not, what keeps us from walking on? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko share a quote from Alan Watts to answer this question, discuss the key elements of how we can view and manage change better, and…

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S1 Ep. 26 The Ruler of The Soul 5:09

4y ago5:09

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Are emotions good or bad? How about when uncomfortable sensations come up through your body? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko will break down that they're actually neither and how to approach viewing your emotions instead to invite more curiosity than judgment. What are your emotions trying to tell you? How did this lesson support you today? Le…

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S1 Ep. 25 Two Monks and The Young Woman 6:19

4y ago6:19

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Have you ever been met with rudeness even when our intentions are to help the other person? We are often reminded of important lessons by retelling powerful stories. In today's story, Victor and Nicko reminds us to let go of the things that we cannot control, especially during this difficult time, and focus on what we can control. Let us know what …

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S1 Ep. 24 Interview with President and Co-Founder of StandOut Authority: Joshua B. Lee 46:41

4y ago46:41

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In this episode, Victor interviews the President and Co-Founder of StandOut Authority: Joshua B. Lee. StandOut Authority works to bring back the humanity in Marketing via LinkedIn during the heavily automated times we live in. As people interact more and more through the digital world, Joshua's mission is to create more raw and real experiences and…

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S1 Ep. 23 The Best 4 Minutes of Nicko's Life 4:18

4y ago4:18

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In today's episode, Nicko shares his experience and feedback on Victor's Micro Meditation. Do you want to experience these minutes for yourself? From the great Nicko himself: "This sample is better than a Costco sample." Download your free micro meditation sample here: www.zenstoic.com Let us know what you thought of the micro meditation by leaving…

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S1 Ep. 22 Special Guest: Host of "My Zen Post-Op Life," Jonathan Duarte 29:58

4y ago29:58

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In today's very special episode, we are joined by the host of "My Zen Post-Op Life" podcast, Jonathan Duarte. Jonathan began his Zen journey after he was hit by a drunk driver head-on in 2018. He woke up in critical condition and needed 5 surgeries in a month and had to relearn how to walk again. Along this journey, Jonathan found The Zen Stoic Pod…

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S1 Ep. 21 Zen Stoic Karma 5:04

4y ago5:04

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"Oo! Karmas a bitch." Heard that before? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko peel back the layers on what karma actually is and how it works contrary to popular belief. What are your views on karma? How has this perspective helped shift your view on your place in the world? Let us know by leaving a comment through voice message on Anchor or search…

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S1 Ep. 20 Detaching From Dogmatic Thinking 8:05

4y ago8:05

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How do you react when you hear people saying "we've just always done it this way" or "that's just how it is!"? Do you accept it right away or do you question it? Should we be questioning it? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko break down the importance of detaching yourself from dogmatic thinking especially when it no longer serves your life and h…

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S1 Ep. 19 Moving Mind 4:44

4y ago4:44

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It's Nicko's favorite day! In today's episode, Victor tells the story of "Moving Mind." This story teaches us the power of perception and how understanding this can help you to begin understanding how you can manage your own thoughts and emotions. What insights did you get from this episode? Let us know! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast…

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S1 Ep. 18 Interview with Zen Stoic Dojo Member: Larry Karnis 47:00

4y ago47:00

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In today's episode, we have the special honor and treat of interviewing our very own Zen Stoic Dojo member, Larry Karnis. Victor and Larry talk about how they came about the philosophy and share their insights and wisdom found along the journey. What was your biggest takeaway from this interview? Let us know! --- Send in a voice message: https://po…

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S1 Ep. 17 Tranquility of The Mind 4:48

4y ago4:48

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Everyone has felt like they've needed a break and vacation from time to time. Have you ever felt like you needed a vacation from your vacation? In today's episode, Victor and Nicko talk about a key tool you can adopt to have a vacation even if you're not on a beach somewhere on Tahiti. Does this sound like something you would like? Let us know! ---…

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