Sep 04 2024 50 mins
This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates ''Before Psychology''- the Secret Source that exponentially increases the peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation.
The Self and Overthinking:
In this episode of the Quality of Mind Transforming Business podcast, host Piers chats with Andrew Sewell, a leadership and personal coach, and author of 'The Overthinker’s Guide to Life.'
Andrew shares his journey from scriptwriting and advertising to coaching. The conversation delves into the pervasive issue of overthinking, its roots in the modern emphasis on the self, and how our historical and societal constructs have exaggerated our sense of individual separateness.
They explore transformative insights into recognizing the fundamental oneness of existence, drawing from concepts in various spiritual traditions.
Through direct inquiry into the nature of thought, Andrew and Piers offer listeners practical wisdom on how to unhook from habitual thinking and experience a more relaxed and connected way of being.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:44 Andrew Sewell's Background and Career Transition
02:46 The Concept of Overthinking
05:32 The Role of Thinking in Modern Life
08:18 Exploring Self-Referential Thinking
12:11 The Nature of Thought and Self
22:55 Direct Inquiry and Awareness
28:32 The Illusion of Self and Thought
30:04 Experiencing Flow and Losing the Self
32:38 The Rise of Overthinking in Modern Society
33:08 The Deification of the Self
35:41 The Impact of Advertising and Social Media
36:46 Indigenous Perspectives on Self and Nature
38:03 The Concept of Individuation vs. Separation
40:31 The Evolutionary Advantage of the Separate Self
46:30 Practical Steps to Reduce Overthinking
48:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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