Figuring Things Out

Wil and Harvey delve into the concept of consolidation, stressing its importance in sustainable progression and stress-free living. They discuss the complexity of human systems, the role of stress in personal growth, and the need for balance in work routines. The upcoming season will focus on 'Learning and Unlearning,' with exciting guests lined up. To learn more, visit figuringthingsout.com or support the podcast on patreon.

Discussing principles of progression in training such as reps in reserve, time under tension, and range of motion. Emphasizing the need for balanced approach, subjective progressions, and maintaining motivation. Exploring metrics like RPE and RIR for adjusting workout intensity. Advocating for joyful training and subjective growth over pushing harder for sustainable progress.

Wil and Harvey discuss the dilemma of sticking it out versus moving on, focusing on passion, needs, and personal growth. They talk about balancing long-term goals with short-term projects for motivation. The podcast explores achieving goals, finding joy in the process, and optimizing motivators for sustained momentum in life.

Discover the essence of creativity and ways to cultivate it by removing self-doubt. Explore personal growth, individuality, and community building. Delve into themes of self-expression, chaos, and order in creativity. Overcome self-limiting beliefs and navigate creative challenges. Embrace the joy of exploration in collaborative conversations.

Tom Weksler and Roser Tutusaus discuss the importance of listening, 'priming' in the creative process, challenges of adapting to the online world, creativity, inspiration, teaching creativity through movement, fostering creativity, and the importance of communication in teaching and the creative process.

Wil interviews George Mayfield, a parkour practitioner and performer for Justice in Motion. They discuss George's childhood experiences, the philosophy of parkour, training in different conditions, artistic expression, integrating parkour with dance, transitioning between disciplines, self-guided training, creativity, social impact, justice work, and animalistic movement.

David Johnston, founder and CEO of Accept & Proceed, discusses the importance of creativity and individual actions in shaping the world. Topics include questioning the status quo, creating space for creativity, the role of language in shaping perceptions, and the impact of labeling and consumption.

S3:E2 - Creativity series. This conversation between Wil and Soisci Porchetta discusses their experiences and perspectives on creativity, personal growth, and the physical practice. Soisci shared her journey from being a Thai boxing competitor to a movement teacher, emphasizing the importance of integrating physical and internal practices. She also highlighted her desire to serve others through her skills. She explains her journey through various physical practices, starting with gymnastics at age nine, moving through martial arts, and eventually finding her passion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She also talks about her experiences with different teachers, the impact they had on her, and her eventual transition from Ido Portal's Team to Mentorship with Fighting Monkey. We explored the creative process in the movement practice, the role of judgment in creativity, and the importance of being present and receptive. The conversation also touched on the idea of teaching as a creative practice and the importance of adapting to different life contexts or 'seasons'. Soisci also shared her experiences teaching elderly populations, focusing on improving their quality of life through physical activity and creativity. Soisci shared her experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of serving the needs of the elderly and the joy derived from their progress. The conversation also touched on the demographic trends in their classes and the potential reasons behind them. Bulldog  “WBROWN7” for 10% off your next gym gear purchase.  Or comply click this link: http://bulldoggear.com/WBROWN7 Surreal  “WIL15” for 15% off your next healthy cereal purchase. Or simply click this link: ⁠http://eatsurreal.co.uk/?ref=wbrown7⁠ To support the podcast: patreon.com/FiguringThingsOutPodcast For coaching, courses, workshops and more: www.figuringthingsout.com

Wil interviews Kyle Fincham, a movement and personal growth enthusiast. They discuss embracing weirdness, infinite play, creativity, beginning and endings, and the impact of AI on creativity. Kyle shares his journey from owning a gym to a more exploratory movement approach, influenced by his experience as a stand-up comic. They also touch on the importance of patience, surprise, and the decision to end Kyle's podcast 'Behind the Movement'.

The discussion centers on the tug-of-war between hustle culture and the need for relaxation. Listeners are encouraged to find a balance between ambition and self-care, considering fatigue and stress factors. The importance of perspective—zooming out from daily struggles—is explored, along with the role of emotional engagement in setting personal goals. Finally, insights reveal that chasing income does not guarantee happiness, urging a focus on what truly matters in life.