Life Long Learner

This week it is just Ben and Gines. Ben shares his journey on his recent long hike. It was a little bit more than he expected! Unexpected heat, a sore foot, new shoes, and not doing much walking all seemed to add up.  The fellas this week chat about long hard things versus short hard things. There is so much value in what you can learn about yourself during such things.  Also there is so much value voluntarily doing long hard things.  Life is will give you markers, plenty of them, however, they do not mean much if you do not follow up.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelonglearner.podcast/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_HJXIvmwW7HfzhaOM0itQ hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

This week we are joined by Steve Grace from the Nudge Group and Balance the Gring. Steve is the CEO and founder of The Nudge Group, which is anything and everything from raising money to creating PR, to creating buzz, to hiring, to launching into new countries, to creating stock plans, and pretty much anything to do with the start up phase.  Balance the grind is a publication that articulates stories about how people live their lives and balance their work life with all other areas of their life.  They talk about the different cultures within the start-up space, from Tech founders to Sales focused founders. They touch on the volume of start-up founders in Australia since covid has exploded. In Australia we are finding a lot more grassroots compared to overseas where we have more top-level start-ups. To find get in contact with Steve -  LinkedIn  - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegrace/ Give It a Nudge - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs-cXoQLn4CTrBdnxuENdPQ For more updates and to su

The fellas chat about the start of a new year buzz and the energy that comes with a new beginning. They share what some of their aspirations are for the new year.  Ben shares a new purchase he made, he bought himself and Michelle a pair of motorbikes. He shares the notion of if you are not growing together you are growing apart. While the bikes offer some novelty and adventure it equals offers a level of challenge for both of them for which they are excited and nervous at the same time.  Also, they touch on treating symptoms with numbing agents and whatever that may be, from alcohol, drugs, porn, binge-watching shows, screen time, etc. They explore why and how society is self-medicating.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelonglearner.podcast/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_HJXIvmwW7HfzhaOM0itQ hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

Welcome to 2023!  The fellas start the year with chatted about staff and how they show up. They explore the notion of the current feedback culture. Which is you can not give feedback or criticise someone, without them taking offence or going to HR.  We have the lawnmower and the helicopter parent that cotton wrap students these days and when they go out to the world, they do not what hits them.  Why are schools teaching for regurgitating information, instead of teaching for life?  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lifelonglearnernow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelonglearner.podcast/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz_HJXIvmwW7HfzhaOM0itQ hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

The last episode for the year, fellas reflect about the this time of year. They chat about their love languages and what they need and how majority of people don't communicate what their love language is and not aware of others around them.  They also chat about the notion that Christmas is for everyone. How creativity is born from boredom For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

This time of year is usually a sense of 'busyness' with a lot of functions, Xmas parties, and obligations. At the same time depending on what you do, there is a lot to finish up before the end of the year.  The fellas share the recent lessons for they have learned from life ranging from, appreciation for manual labour and physical activity, the importance of finding the right mix of people to have great conversations and bounce off, and being kind to yourself.  They also chat about choosing the enjoy and bring lightness as it is the festive season and we should enjoy this at the same time finish the year strong and start enjoying now, don't just wait for the 'break.'    For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

Coffee culture or coffee addiction?  The fellas chat about the dying breed of mastery, Seasonal Depression.  Mastering your craft and always be bothered.  Quote to ponder - One the last day on Earth, wonder How much could I have done?  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

The fellas this week chat about being under the weather. Ben shares about being under the weather brings a bit of darkness and the tendacy to be a bit more pessimistic.  The question is are your Optimus Prime or Pessimis Prime The ideology of a non drinker gifting alcohol because that is what is socially acceptable.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

Great episode, where the fellas chat about a spontaneous trip to Texas.  Icebergs and attention we give to projects and arenas to our life. Also we chat about the sense of entitlement how today's society strays away from doing hard things so when in times of chaos, they are not sure what to do?  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

The three amigos are back together, Gines from rural Victoria, Matt from Byron Bay, and Ben from Thailand.  Ben shares that his ay got better after leaving his laptop and iPad in a taxi to arriving at the airport a day early for their flight.  The one who you would expect to love the uncertainty, share his desire for uncertainty has slightly changed during his trip. That he does like the creature comforts of a bed and shower and not having to look for a new place each day. Also the fellas chat about the notion that is hard to be present during van life, as their is multiple decisions all the time. Where to go, what to eat, where to park, what to do, etc.  They also explore, do you need a reason to celebrate? As a society, we do not celebrate what win enough.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

Yet again, Matt is preoccupied with his parole office while Ben and Gines chat about an array of topics.  They chat about the time it takes to wind down, but also talk about the time to wind up. Which led to being present not worrying or getting excited about what it coming up. Ben shares he is excited to get back and finding it a bit hard to stay present while on holiday as the next phase is waiting back home.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

This week Ben and Gines have a great conversation as Gines just gets back from Bali and Ben is about head off.  They chat about the power of ritual and in today's society, daily constructive rituals are rare. Gines shares his morning ritual is easier in the warmer and brighter months and maybe that is why holiday rituals are easier.  They bridge the topic of people in the wrong job. They type of people that just do not care, and are in it for all the wrong reasons. This goes hand in hand with the feeling of fullness at the end of the day. Not emptiness and soul destroying.  There is a lot of gems in this episode, definitely tune it to find out more.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

Ep. 65 Out Of Class - Kilts, Escaping Physc Wards and Adventure For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

The fellas tune in from all over again this week. Matt is back in Lombok, Indonesia. In contrast, Ben and Gines are in cold snap Victoria.  Matt shares how Indonesia is slowly coming back alive with tourists and the general vibe of the whole place. Also, Matt explains as he gets older he is still trying to skate like a young buck.  They debate the curved bill versus the flat bill debate, the pros, and the cons, and why nots.  Gines shares that as he is about to go away, the push to try and get everything in. It seems that is always the case. But when going to a place where you pick things up, you can buy a $3 t-shirt.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

The fellas come together for another chat.  This Week Matt share how losing his phone on kayak adventure has somewhat liberated him. Gines, Ben and Matt explore why society uses their phone as a social crutch. Why is that when we go to dinner and when some stops talking or gets up to go to the bathroom, we pick up our phone?  Hence why the question is asked what silence. The power it has. In a world full of stimulus we do not give ourselves time to be in silence to various reasons. Silence can be daunting, it can be uncomfortable, as all we have then is our thoughts.  Plus they chat about Karen's of the world and why they feel the need to step out of their lane and tell everyone else what they 'should' be doing. Especially when things are not the status quo.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

Join us for another fruitful chat where Ben gives us an epic disclaimer to start the episode off.  The fellas this week are all around the country, ranging from Sydney to north Western Australia to Melbourne.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

This week on Out Of Class, Matt is sleeping in, away surfing or lost in a jungle, Ben and Gines have a great chat about a range of things.  Ben shares his change in his lifestyle. He is currently not drinking any alcohol. They chat about making changes in life and signs you receive. They slowly get louder and louder in your world so you can take notice of them. We chatted about the morning after a few drinks, and how this changes your performance the following day.  No change, that is worth it, is easy, it takes constant work and effort.    For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

This is a global edition of Out Of Class - Matt joins Ben and Gines from Lombok Indonesia.  This yet again another fruitful chat about, masks mandate changing how society is interacting with each other. From young students to adults encouraging them not to interact.  Open conversation about is there a coincidence about young football players getting pulled off the field for heart problems.  We also bring up the senate hearing in Australia where everyone is tip toeing on being politically correct of the definition of what a man and a woman are.   For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com

This is a great episode!  Matt shares his adventures at Cactus beach and the potential of surfing with sharks. This sparks the conversation of when are you so pumped that you should be scared but you are not. So, Matt, it is being in the water and being free, Ben it is his morning run, despite injuries it is a liberating feeling, and for Gines, it is race day, even under prepared, he is so pumped and excited for the journey of the race.  We chat about the notion of Identity. What it is, what we are attracted to in our friends and partners.  Most importantly what do we do if we can't do what is part of our identity, running, surfing, presenting, active... When you can’t do what you use to do – how do you deal... They explore the thought process that, everything moves to disorder and that our natural state is insanity, not sanity. As you know the natural state is for the human body to break down. Therefore, it requires energy to bring things in order. It requires conscious effort.  Things a

This week the fellas start with a sunrise.... They chat about new toys, adventures in Warburton and Barhma, muddy waters, flights to Sydney, fuel prices.  Join us as a we have a good ole fashioned chinwag.  For more updates and to subscribe head to - lifelonglearnerpodcast.com Facebook Instagram Youtube hello@lifelonglearnerpodcast.com