The Mindful FIRE Podcast: Recent Episodes
Adam Coelho
The Mindful FIRE Podcast explores living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. We talk to people about how they are living life intentionally (and areas where they aren't). This podcast explores the concepts of mindfulness, financial independence and designing a life worth living. Join us.
In this episode: financial independence, life design, envisioning, mini experiments, asking what you actually want with Adam Coelho
Episode Summary
Adam explores the deeper question that comes after building financial freedom: what do you want that freedom to make possible? Through three anonymized stories, he shows how FI can create options, but clarity comes from envisioning, experimenting, and choosing a new story before life defaults into “one more year syndrome”
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Free FI Life Jumpstart Exercise
- Ask What’s Possible Workshop
- “The Predicting Brain” by Regina Pally
In this episode: the hidden grief of job loss, rebuilding your identity, five-question career clarity, relationship-first job searching, financial resilience with Michelle Schafer
Episode Summary
Losing your job may be a business decision, but it creates a deeply human loss. Career transition coach Michelle Schafer reveals the shock, shame, betrayal, and identity struggles people rarely discuss—and explains how to move from emotional recovery to career clarity, strategic networking, and new possibilities.
Guest Bio
Michelle Schafer is an Ottawa-based career transition coach, author, and certified grief companion. After experiencing two restructurings, she built a coaching practice that helps people recover from job loss, identify energizing work, and navigate their next move with purpose.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Cultivating Career Growth: Navigating Transitions with Purpose by Michelle Schafer
- Michelle’s Career Focus Framework
- Calm meditation app
- Ask What’s Possible exercise
Guest Contact Information
- Website
Key Takeaways
- Job loss is disenfranchised grief; acknowledge the emotions and find support before rushing into tactics.
- Updating your résumé is premature until you define a target using Michelle’s five career-reflection questions.
- Relationships, recruiters, and focused outreach are more effective than sending hundreds of applications.
- Taking a bridge job is not failure; set a timeline and keep pursuing work aligned with your priorities.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: mindful awareness, breath meditation, returning from distraction, letting go, daily intention
Episode Summary
Adam Coelho leads a seven-minute practice for resting in present-moment awareness. Using the breath as an anchor, listeners practice noticing distraction with kindness, beginning again, and setting an intention for the day.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mindful FIRE Legends community
In this episode: women and money, defining enough, Rich & Radiant, Splendor Week, building wealth without burnout with Liz Carroll
Episode Summary
Liz Carroll returns to share Rich & Radiant and her mindful approach to helping high-performing women turn income into wealth. She and Adam explore money safety, enoughness, values-based life design, and intentional scheduling.
Guest Bio
Liz Carroll is a financial coach, life coach, yoga/meditation teacher, and founder of Mindful Money Coaches. After reaching FI at 48, she helps high-performing women redefine wealth with calm, clarity, and intention.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Rich & Radiant by Liz Carroll
- Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt
- Mindful FIRE episode 200
- BeRichAndRadiant.com
- Calendly, Mindvalley, Headspace, Insight Timer
- Mindful FIRE Legends
- Free Envisioning Guide
Guest Contact Information
- Website: mindfulmoneycoaches.com
- Instagram: @mindfulmoneycoaches
- LinkedIn: Liz Carroll
Key Takeaways
- Liz starts money work with body safety and mindfulness before spreadsheets.
- “Enough” must be defined personally before calculating a FIRE number.
- Her Splendor Week protects Grandma Thursdays, client slots, and white space.
- Adam’s coaching moment reframed burnout as a schedule-design problem.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: guided meditation, visualizing an ideal day, setting an intention with Adam Coelho
Episode Summary
A short guided meditation recorded with the Mindful FIRE Legends community. You’ll start by settling into the body and breath, noticing how you’re arriving, and practicing returning kindly when the mind wanders. Then you’ll shift into a visualization: imagine an ideal day where you’re financially independent and free to choose how you spend your time. You’ll explore what you’re doing, who you’re with, and how you want to feel—then close by choosing one small intention to live into today.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Free Envisioning Guide - mindfulfire.org/start
- Join Mindful FIRE Legends - MindfulFIRE.org/join
Key Takeaways
- Use three deep breaths to arrive, then “begin again” each time distraction appears.
- “Financial independence” can be used as a visualization container to explore values, not just numbers.
- Make the ideal day vivid by tracking sensations: where you are, who you’re with, and how you feel.
- End with one concrete intention: a single action you can try today that aligns with the vision.
In this episode: Google layoffs, globally work optional FIRE, Taiwan and Portugal FIRE numbers, Coast FI, finding a meaningful calling with Erika Ho
Episode Summary
Erika Ho shares how being laid off from Google created both stress and relief—and gave her space to build a life beyond corporate achievement. She explains “globally work optional,” the realization that her family could retire now in places like Taiwan or Portugal, and how that clarity helped her go all in on financial coaching. Erika and Adam also explore Coast FI, slowing down, and using mindfulness to hear what life is calling you toward.
Guest Bio
Erika Ho is a former Google data scientist and marketing analytics professional who now runs Holy Path to FIRE, a financial coaching business helping people pursue financial independence with more clarity, meaning, and intention.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mindful FIRE Envisioning Guide
- Holy Path to FIRE
- Erika's Layoff Checklist
- Erika Ho on LinkedIn
Erika Ho's Contact Information
- Website
Key Takeaways
- A layoff can reveal relief beneath fear when you realize you no longer have to pretend a path fits.
- “Globally work optional” expands FIRE beyond one expensive location and creates more choices now.
- Coast FI can be permission to pursue a meaningful “holy path” instead of waiting for a Fat FI number.
- Getting quiet—through walks, meditation, or time off—creates space to hear the whispers of what you want.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: mindfulness meditation, checking in with body and mind, anchoring on the breath, working with distraction, setting intentions
Episode Summary
A short guided mindfulness practice recorded live in the Mindful FIRE Legends community. Adam welcomes you to settle into an alert-yet-relaxed posture, then gently guides attention from body and mind into the simple sensations of breathing. This meditation will leave you refreshed and present.
Guest Bio
Adam Coelho is the host of the Mindful FIRE Podcast and leads guided meditations in the Mindful FIRE Legends community.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mindful FIRE Legends community: https://mindfulfire.org/join
- Free Envisioning Guide: https://mindfulfire.org/start
Key Takeaways
- Begin by arriving: notice body sensations and how you’re showing up right now, with kind curiosity.
- Use the breath as an anchor (belly, chest, nose, or mouth)—wherever sensations are clearest in the moment.
- When distraction happens, name it gently and “begin again”; each in-breath is a fresh start, each out-breath a letting go.
- Near the end, set an intention for how you want to show up for yourself and others for the rest of the day.
In this episode: lifestyle creep awareness, emergency funds, rebuilding after a house fire, designing a values-aligned life, career transition coaching with Karen Worthy
Episode Summary
Karen Worthy shares how a wake-up call about spending led their family into FI habits—then a devastating house fire became a “blank slate” that clarified what matters. Karen and Adam explore how savings create optionality in crises and careers, and how Karen used that runway to take a sabbatical and launch a career transition coaching business.
Guest Bio
Karen Worthy is a career transition coach who helps people land their next role through resume, interview, and networking support. She previously worked at Amazon and has led recruiting/HR teams.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Worthy Career Paths
- Mr. Money Mustache (blog)
- Frugalwoods (blog)
- “Five Hour Resume” course (code: MINDFUL)
- Mindful FIRE Envisioning Guide
- Mindful FIRE Legends community
Guest Contact Information
- Email: karen@worthycareerpaths.com
- Website: https://worthycareerpaths.com/
- LinkedIn: Karen Worthy (not provided)
Key Takeaways
- “Lifestyle creep” can be $3-at-a-time; downloading a year of transactions made spending patterns undeniable.
- A cold-turkey “no eating out” month built lasting systems (including a monthly “Stuff Weekend” budget).
- Emergency funds matter most when life is chaotic—hotel, shoes, and basics before insurance pays.
- Confidence comes from optionality: “F-you money” can make you bolder at work and pickier in transitions.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: self-compassion, loving kindness (metta), mindfulness, guided meditation, emotional well-being, resilience, inner kindness
Episode Summary
Adam leads a guided self-compassion and loving kindness (metta) meditation, recorded live with the Mindful Fire Legends community. The practice begins by arriving with the breath and gently checking in with your present-moment experience—body sensations, emotions, and the tone of the mind—without needing to fix or change anything. The meditation closes with a brief reflection and an intention for carrying self-compassion into the rest of your day—especially in how you relate to yourself.
Resources Mentioned
Free Envisioning Guide: mindfulfire.org/start
Join Mindful Fire Legends to practice live: mindfulfire.org/join
Key Takeaways
- Self-compassion starts with presence: simply noticing “right now, it’s like this” in the body and mind can soften the impulse to judge or change your experience.
- Loving kindness (metta) is a practical way to cultivate inner warmth—using repeatable phrases to offer care and support to yourself, especially when things feel hard.
- Bringing your hands to your heart and belly can help you feel care in the body, turning the energy you often use to support others inward toward yourself.
In this episode: one-more-year syndrome, worry & fear, mindfulness for financial independence, “enough” mindset, living freedom now with Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache)
Episode Summary
Pete Adeney (Mr. Money Mustache) argues that the biggest trap on the path to financial independence isn’t math, it’s worry. He and Adam unpack how fear fuels “one-more-year syndrome,” why the same worry often follows people into retirement, and how perspective and mindfulness can help interrupt the brain’s constant problem-finding loop. The conversation reframes freedom as something to practice now, not later, and challenges listeners to stop optimizing for worst-case scenarios at the expense of living.
Guest Bio
Pete Adeney, best known as Mr. Money Mustache, is a personal finance writer and long-time voice in the FIRE movement. After building an engineering career and saving aggressively, Pete retired before age 31 and began sharing what he was learning about spending less, investing simply, and building a life where work is optional.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mr. Money Mustache
- Deep Work (Cal Newport)
Guest Contact Information
- Mr. Money Mustache
- MMM Boot Camp email series
Key Takeaways
- Name the real enemy: worry, it quietly turns FI into “one more year,” even when the math already works.
- Build “worry immunity” with perspective: notice how the mind invents problems (the HOA/mailbox example) and reality-check what’s truly at stake.
- Use mindfulness to turn down the volume on fear stories so you can choose freedom now instead of optimizing for worst-case hypotheticals.
- Remember that “enough” is a practice: start living parts of the life you want today so retirement isn’t a leap into the unknown.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
Episode summary
A short guided meditation recorded with the Mindful FIRE Legends community to help you meet yourself where you are, settle into the present moment, and use the breath as a gentle anchor. You’ll practice observing your experience without needing to change anything, then repeatedly “start again” each time the mind wanders—remembering that each in-breath is a new beginning and each out-breath a chance to let go and relax into this moment.
In this meditation, you’ll practice
- Arriving with three deep breaths
- Meeting yourself where you are (body + mind check-in)
- Resting in kind, curious awareness
- Anchoring attention on the felt sense of breathing
- Working skillfully with distraction: notice → return → begin again
- Setting a simple intention for the rest of your day
Quotable lines
- “Each in breath is a new beginning. Each out breath, a chance to let go and relax a little more into this moment.”
- “Each time your mind wanders off and you notice, just choose to come back to the breath.”
About the Mindful FIRE Legends community
We meet weekly to connect, support each other, and practice mindfulness on the path to financial independence. Join at mindfulfire.org/join.
In this episode: “one more year” syndrome, defining enough, optimizing for pain vs pleasure, journaling + self-compassion, Rebel Finance School with Alan & Katie Donegan
Episode Summary
Alan and Katie Donegan unpack why people keep working “one more year” even when the math says they have enough—often because fear and identity (not logic) are driving the decision. They share simple mindfulness tools (journaling, compassionate awareness, and focusing on what you want) and explain Rebel Finance School, their free 10‑week course that helps beginners take control of spending, debt, investing, and retirement planning.
Guest Bio
Alan and Katie Donegan created Rebel Finance School, a free annual personal finance course designed to make FI fundamentals approachable for beginners.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Rebel Finance School
- The Simple Path to Wealth (JL Collins)
- Mr. Money Mustache
Guest Contact Information
- Rebel Finance School
- https://rebeldonegans.com/
Key Takeaways
- Ask “What am I optimizing for?” to catch when fear is quietly steering a “one more year” choice.
- Mapping pain vs pleasure associations around retirement reveals the real blocker beneath the surface excuse.
- Journaling “freezes” swirling thoughts so you can evaluate them instead of obeying them.
- Self-compassion turns awareness into change: notice the story, question it, and choose what to water instead.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: appreciation, mindfulness, gratitude practice, self-compassion, intentional living
Episode Summary
Adam leads the Mindful Fire Legends community through a guided appreciation meditation. Beginning with breath awareness and meeting yourself exactly where you are, the practice invites you to embody appreciation — first for the breath itself, then for someone you deeply love, and finally for aspects of your own life and who you are. The session closes with a reflection on how to carry appreciation into your day and express it to those around you.
Resources Mentioned
- Free Envisioning Guide: mindfulfire.org/start
- Join Mindful Fire Legends to practice live: mindfulfire.org/join
Key Takeaways
- Appreciation begins with the breath — each inhale and exhale sustains your life, and tuning into that simple fact is the foundation of the practice.
- Bringing a specific person to mind and letting feelings of appreciation "bubble up like bubbles off the bottom of a boiling pot" deepens the emotional resonance of gratitude.
- Appreciating traits about yourself and the opportunities in your own life shifts the inner lens from self-judgment to self-compassion.
- The practice doesn't end on the cushion — the session closes by inviting listeners to express appreciation to those around them in small, concrete ways throughout the rest of their day.
In this episode: Portuguese-American roots, corporate burnout, Wim Hof winter expedition, achievement-to-process shift, and leaving Big Tech intentionally with Jason Amarante
Episode Summary
After 4,900+ days at Google/YouTube, Jason Amarante hit burnout and used it as the catalyst for an intentional Big Tech exit. Through meditation, eastern philosophy, and a Wim Hof winter expedition, he shifted from achievement chasing to presence. He later built a wellbeing program reaching 700 YouTube Ops employees, then left in April 2025 to pursue DJing, health coaching, and youth development.
Guest Bio
Jason Amarante is a 15-year Google/YouTube veteran, certified health & wellness coach, and DJ entrepreneur. A first-generation Portuguese-American, he left Big Tech in April 2025 to pursue coaching, music, and community-centered youth development.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Wim Hof Method
- Sam Kabert's Breath Club
- Die With Zero by Bill Perkins
- Wisdom at Work: The Making of a Modern Elder by Chip Conley - Amazon
- Modern Elder Academy
Guest Contact Information
- LinkedIn: Jason Amarante
- Email: jasonamarante@gmail.com
Key Takeaways
- Jason's 2021 ER visits became the doorway to deeper self-awareness - burnout as initiation, not failure.
- Wim Hof's mantra "pain is inevitable, suffering is optional" directly prepared Jason for the grief of leaving Google after 15 years.
- He replaced achievement checklists with one daily question: "Was I present today?" - making work feel effortless and earning new trust from his team.
- Years of growing his DJ business, earning a health coaching certification, and building financial clarity enabled a truly intentional exit from Big Tech.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: meeting yourself where you are, mindful check-in, breath awareness, letting go, non-judgmental observation
Episode Summary
In this guided meditation from the Mindful Fire Legends community meeting, Adam Coelho leads a practice of radical self-acceptance - checking in with body and mind exactly as they are, without trying to change anything. Listeners are guided through breath awareness and gentle redirection of a wandering mind.
About the Host
Adam Coelho is the host of the Mindful FIRE Podcast and founder of the Mindful Fire Legends - a weekly community gathering for people on the path to financial independence. He leads guided meditations and conversations to support mindful, intentional living.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- mindfulfire.org/join - Join the Mindful Fire Legends community (meets every Wednesday)
Key Takeaways
- Meeting yourself where you are means observing your body and mind with curiosity - acknowledging "right now, it's like this" without trying to fix or change anything.
- The breath is a reliable anchor: each in-breath is a new beginning, each out-breath a chance to let go.
- When the mind wanders, the practice is simply to notice and return — no criticism, just gentle redirection back to the present moment.
- A brief check-in at the start and end of practice builds self-awareness and helps you notice subtle shifts in body and mind.
In this episode: entrepreneurship, sustainable fashion, following omens, adaptability as a life skill, mindful parenting with Angela Arwady
Episode Summary
Angela Arwady went from flipping secondhand clothes on eBay in 2008 to launching Unpacka (unpacka.com), a subscription-based sustainable fashion business supporting local artists. She and Adam discuss the mindset shifts required to leave corporate life after nearly 15 years at Google and YouTube, the Zelda-inspired "side quest" approach to opportunity, mindful dressing as a daily ritual, and building a business aligned with your values.
Guest Bio
Angela Arwady is the founder of Unpacka, a curated marketplace for secondhand and handmade goods. Before entrepreneurship, she spent over a decade at Google and YouTube across HR, recruiting, and program management for YouTube TV — helping launch the Sports Plus package and primetime channels in multiple countries. She is a mom of three, a Poshmark pioneer with 75,000 followers, and is pursuing a sound healing certification.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Unpacka — Angela's sustainable secondhand and handmade goods business
- Poshmark — social resale marketplace where Angela first built her following
- The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho — Adam's book about following your personal legend and reading life's omens
- Dan Arwady on the Mindful FIRE Podcast: Episode 39 and Episode 182
- Oakland Collective — Bay Area charity that receives clothing donations from Unpacka (free community popups)
Guest Contact Information
- Website: unpacka.com
- Instagram: @shopunpacka
Key Takeaways
- Follow the omens: Angela's pop-up at Golden Soul café in Pacifica snowballed into regular craft fair appearances — a small yes became the seed of her entire business model.
- Adaptability is the #1 life skill: From HR to YouTube TV engineering ops to entrepreneurship, Angela's career pivots were fueled by transferable skills and willingness to relearn — a lesson she now actively passes on to her kids.
- Your energy shapes your kids' world: When Adam was frustrated with his stalled business, he was shorter with his kids; realigning with his purpose brought playfulness back — Angela noted children deeply internalize how parents talk about their work.
- Know your numbers before you leap: Before leaving Google, Angela locked in financial clarity and spousal alignment, calling these the non-negotiable foundations for anyone pursuing financial independence.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: breath awareness, present-moment trust, mindfulness on the FIRE path, releasing urgency, intention setting with Adam Coelho
Episode Summary
A guided meditation from the Mindful Fire Legends community. Adam leads listeners through a breath-anchored practice centered on trusting that you are exactly where you need to be — on the path to financial independence and the life you dream of living.
Guest Bio
Adam Coelho is the host of the Mindful FIRE Podcast and founder of the Mindful Fire Legends community, a space for people pursuing financial independence to support one another and begin living their post-FI life now.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mindful Fire Legends community
Key Takeaways
- The meditation invites listeners to feel in their body what it means to truly trust they are exactly where they need to be — not just think it intellectually.
- Rushing, forcing, or striving aren't required on the FIRE path; confidence comes from knowing you're on your path and it's unfolding in right timing.
- When the mind wanders, return with "kind, curious awareness" — a reframe that removes self-judgment and makes the practice sustainable.
- Close with the smallest possible intention: identify one baby step you can take today toward your dream life, because that life is already available here and now.
In this episode: Defining “enough,” FIRE mindset shifts, intentional career design, sabbaticals as low-risk experiments, and taking action to find clarity.
Episode Summary
Susie Ade—mental health and wellbeing program manager at Google and a certified career coach—shares how discovering financial independence changed not just how they spend, but how they make decisions about work, time, and meaning. Susie and Adam explore what it looks like to define “enough” from the inside out: using daily joy, energy, and alignment (not comparison or consumerism) as the measuring stick.
They also dig into Susie’s unconventional path at Google and a three-month sabbatical working at a winery in Australia—an intentional reset that helped clarify what Susie wanted next. A recurring theme: clarity rarely comes from overthinking; it comes from running thoughtful experiments and building a “bias toward action” within safe boundaries.
Guest Bio
Susie Ade is a certified career coach (CPCC) and mental health and wellbeing program manager at Google. Over nearly a decade at Google, Susie has held roles across sales, YouTube’s Intelligence Desk, and people development. Susie coaches employees internally and works with private clients who want more fulfillment, clarity, and alignment in their careers.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mr. Money Mustache blog
- Your Money or Your Life — Vicki Robin & Joe Dominguez
- The Simple Path to Wealth — JL Collins
- Designing Your Life — Bill Burnett & Dave Evans
- StrengthsFinder 2.0 — Tom Rath
- ChooseFI podcast
- Headspace (meditation app)
- The Tim Ferriss Show #542: Chris Dixon & Naval Ravikant on Web3
- Mindful FIRE ep 14 with Morgan Bria: mindfulfire.org/14
Guest Contact Information
- Website: susieade.com
- LinkedIn: Susie Ade
Key Takeaways
- Define “enough” by looking at a real day. Notice what reliably brings joy and meaning (walks, cooking, connection) and let that inform your targets—not someone else’s highlight reel.
- FIRE reframes spending as “life energy.” When money becomes time and energy, it’s easier to break patterns of consumerism and impulsive buying.
- Sabbaticals can be powerful, practical experiments. Plant the seed early (think ~6 months), plan a clean handoff, and go in with intention rather than escaping.
- Build a bias toward action. You can’t think your way to clarity; test the next small step, learn, and iterate within safe boundaries.
Episode Summary
In this short guided meditation, Adam Coelho leads a calm, breath-centered practice recorded live in the Mindful FIRE Legends Community. You’ll start by settling in with three deep breaths, then do a gentle check-in with your body and mind. From there, the practice moves into simple breath awareness—notice the in-breath, notice the out-breath—and each time the mind wanders, you practice returning with kindness.
As the meditation closes, Adam invites you to name an intention you’d like to carry into the rest of your day, finishing with three deep breaths and a soft return to your surroundings.
What you’ll experience
- Arriving with three grounding breaths
- A body + mind check-in (tired/awake, busy/calm—without judgment)
- Breath awareness as an anchor for attention
- A repeatable way to work with distraction: notice, return, begin again
- Intention setting to carry mindfulness into daily life
About the host
Adam Coelho is the host of The Mindful FIRE Podcast and founder of the Mindful FIRE Legends Community, blending mindfulness, envisioning, and financial independence to help people craft a life they love.
Links mentioned
- Mindful FIRE Legends Community: http://mindfulfire.org/join
- Free Envisioning Guide: http://mindfulfire.org/start
In this episode: outsourcing worth to work, soul life balance, the be/do/have model, nervous system regulation, and daily Sona practice with Sam Kabert
Episode Summary
Sam Kabert built a seven-figure business working under four hours a day, earned a spot on Silicon Valley's 40 Under 40—and still fell into a numbing depression. In this episode, Sam unpacks why external success left him empty and shares the frameworks he discovered on his journey inward: the soul life mindset, the be/do/have model, and why conventional work-life balance misses the mark.
Guest Bio
Sam Kabert is a serial entrepreneur turned keynote speaker, breathwork teacher, and author of the #1 bestselling book SOUL/Life Balance. Named to Silicon Valley's 40 Under 40 at 31, he now helps high-performing leaders reclaim clarity and fulfillment through mindfulness, NLP, and nervous system regulation.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- SOUL/Life Balance by Sam Kabert
- Start Something That Matters by Blake Mycoskie
- Sam Kabert's TEDx Talk
- Front Row Dads
Guest Contact Information
- Website: samkabert.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kabert
- Breath Club : samkabert.com/club
- Instagram: @samkabert
Key Takeaways
- Hitting seven figures while working under four hours a day still led Sam to depression—proof that outsourcing your worth to your work is a trap no level of external success can fix.
- The be/do/have model flips the script: get crystal clear on who you are first (Sam uses Matthew McConaughey's "future hero" concept as a guide), then act from that identity rather than chasing a fleeting dopamine hit.
- Soul life balance reframes work-life balance by adding the yin/inner world—mental and emotional state—that the traditional model ignores entirely, making work just one part of life rather than a counterweight to it.
- The Sona daily practice is the antidote to the hamster wheel: nervous system regulation through breathwork comes first, then mindset work, creating the inner stability that makes sustainable doing possible.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: Embodying trust, trusting the path to FI, connecting with your ideal vision, breath awareness, and community sharing with Adam Coelho.
Episode Summary
In this guided meditation from the Mindful FIRE Legends community, Adam Coelho leads listeners through a practice centered on embodying trust — trusting the path to financial independence, trusting yourself, and trusting the present moment. The session opens with a heartfelt community preamble where members share their struggles with uncertainty and envisioning their future, then moves into a guided meditation weaving breath awareness and vision work, and closes with reflections from participants.
About Adam Coelho
Adam Coelho is the host and creator of the Mindful FIRE Podcast, a show dedicated to helping people craft a life they love and make work optional using the tools of mindfulness, envisioning, and financial independence. Adam teaches and facilitates live meditation and envisioning practices for the Mindful FIRE Legends community.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- mindfulfire.org/join — Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community live
- mindfulfire.org/start — Free envisioning guide
Key Takeaways
- Embodying trust means learning to trust your vision for the future even when you don't know how or when it will arrive — holding it lightly while believing it will come.
- When envisioning feels abstract, tapping into the feeling of your ideal life in your body — not just the mental picture — is a powerful way to deepen conviction.
- Uncertainty and anxiety about the future are normal responses; mindfulness offers a way to observe these thoughts with kindness rather than letting them take over.
- Even when life upends your plans, you can return to trusting yourself and your ability to adapt, evolve, and take one small step toward your vision today.
In this episode: Redefining Success, Leaving Corporate Life, Life Architect Framework, Financial Independence, Self-Knowledge Tools with Guillermo Albizuri
Episode Summary
Adam Coelho sits down with Guillermo Albizuri, a coach, psychologist, and former Google executive who spent 20 years in corporate life—including 15 years at Google—before leaving to become a "life architect." Guillermo shares how he dismantled the myth that climbing higher would bring happiness, how financial planning gave him the freedom to leave, and how he now helps others design lives aligned with their values, strengths, and purpose.
Guest Bio
Guillermo Albizuri is a coach, psychologist, and former Google executive born and raised in Spain. After 20 years in corporate life—including roles at McKinsey and 15 years at Google—he left to become a life architect, helping high-achieving professionals find fulfillment and purpose through strengths-based coaching, values clarification, and the Enneagram.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Working Identity by Herminia Ibarra
- Love Money, Money Loves You by Sarah McCrum
- CliftonStrengths by Gallup
- The Enneagram
- Mindful Fire Envisioning Guide: mindfulfire.org/start
Guest Contact Information
- LinkedIn: Guillermo Albizuri
Key Takeaways
- Guillermo measures success by control over his time and the percentage of hours spent on work he'd do for free—not by salary or title.
- He separated financial need from purpose work by building a real estate business that covers living expenses, freeing him to coach without billing pressure.
- His "life architect" framework starts with self-knowledge (CliftonStrengths, values, Enneagram), then explores multiple "possible selves" through small experiments rather than one big leap.
- Be compassionate in the short run, clear in the long run: we overestimate what we can do in a week and underestimate what we can do in five years.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this guided meditation from the Mindful FIRE Legends community, we explore the question: “Is this story useful?”
When doubt or unhelpful narratives start bubbling up, this practice helps you slow down, notice what is here, and gently loosen your grip on the thoughts that shape how you experience your life.
We begin by finding a posture that is both alert and relaxed, then settle in with three deep breaths. From there, you are guided to observe the stories your mind is offering, and to relate to them with curiosity instead of automatically believing them.
If you would like to join one of these live meditations and community meetings, you can sign up at mindfulfire.org/join.
In this meditation, you will
- Settle your body into a calm, steady posture
- Use breath to drop into the present moment
- Notice doubt and unhelpful stories without judgment
- Practice asking whether a thought is useful, not whether it is true
- Create space to choose a more supportive perspective
About Mindful FIRE Legends
Mindful FIRE Legends is a community for people on the path to Financial Independence who want more connection, support, and encouragement along the way. Join us for live meditations and community meetings at mindfulfire.org/join.
Reflection questions (optional)
- What story has been creating unnecessary stress for me lately?
- When I believe this story, how do I act?
- If I set the story down, even for a moment, what becomes possible?
Disclaimer
This meditation is for education and personal growth and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.
In this episode: Coast FI and financial freedom, State of the Union practice for couples, intentional life design, family travel planning, entrepreneurship journey with Jake Wysocki
Episode Summary
Jake Wysocki shares his journey from mechanical engineering and corporate sales to entrepreneurship, powered by reaching Coast FI. He reveals the quarterly "State of the Union" practice he developed with his wife to design their life intentionally—using structured exercises to assess satisfaction across key life pillars, prioritize changes, and take action. Jake discusses how financial independence enabled them to travel the world for a year before having kids, and how they continue to plan meaningful family experiences while building his business helping coaches design impactful workshops.
Guest Bio
Jake Wysocki is an entrepreneur and founder of Intention Craft, where he helps coaches design world-class workshops and group coaching programs. With a background in mechanical engineering and sales, Jake worked in corporate America before reaching Coast FI and making the leap to entrepreneurship. He and his wife traveled to 25 countries over a year and now live in Milwaukee with their two children, ages 5 and 8.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Die with Zero by Bill Perkins
- Good to Great by Jim Collins
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
- ChooseFI Podcast
- Wheel of Life exercise
- The Family Board Meeting concept
- Whisper Flow app (for voice-to-text with AI)
- Claude AI with custom projects
Guest Contact Information
- Website: intentioncraft.com
Key Takeaways
- Reaching Coast FI gives you freedom to take calculated risks without fear—every step toward FI creates more options, not just the final number.
- The State of the Union practice: quarterly sessions where couples assess life satisfaction across 8 pillars (health, marriage, parenting, finances, occupation, etc.), identify gaps, and prioritize 1-2 changes using an impact-difficulty matrix.
- Fire bullets before cannonballs: test big life changes with small, low-risk experiments first—like trying a long domestic trip before international travel with kids.
- Shared calendars and intentional year-planning create freedom rather than rigidity—you can't pivot from nowhere, so plan the big rocks first, then adjust as needed.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
This guided meditation was recorded live inside the Mindful FIRE Legends community. Adam Coelho first helps you settle into the present moment with the breath, then guides you through a powerful visualization of your ideal future, five years from now, where work is optional and you have the freedom to choose how you spend your days.
In this meditation, you’ll:
- Settle your mind and body with a calm, steady breath practice
- Notice what’s present with kind, curious awareness
- Visualize your “work-optional” future and the life you’re building toward
- Get clear on what you want your days to feel like, who you want to be with, and what lights you up
- Close by bringing the vision back with you as a living, evolving direction
Want to join live meditations like this?
These guided meditations happen inside the Mindful FIRE Legends community, alongside people on the path to financial independence who are connecting, supporting each other, and building this life together.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community: https://mindfulfire.org/join
In this episode: Financial Independence, Overcoming Debt, Mindful Travel, Sustainable Living, Career Transitions with Courtney Rosiak Quinto
Episode Summary
Join Adam Coelho as he interviews Courtney Rosiak Quinto on The Mindful Fire Podcast. Courtney shares her journey from corporate life to financial independence, how she overcame significant debt, and the lessons she learned along the way. She discusses her passion for sustainable living and travel coaching, along with the importance of mindfulness in navigating life transitions.
Guest Bio
Courtney Rosiak Quinto is a former corporate professional with 18 years at Apple. Now, she is focused on sustainable living, travel coaching, and empowering others to pursue their passions. A passionate advocate for mindful travel, Courtney aims to help individuals navigate career transitions while embracing their curiosity and purpose.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Choose FI community
- Dave Ramsey's financial principles
- The Latte Factor by David Bach
Guest Contact Information
- LinkedIn: Courtney Rosiak Quinto
- • Instagram: They Adventure Slowly
Key Takeaways
- Financial independence begins with understanding your financial situation and taking actionable steps to overcome debt.
- Embrace an abundance mindset to allow for curiosity and exploration in life beyond financial goals.
- Mindful travel offers opportunities for personal growth and understanding of cultural impacts.
- It's important to find balance between frugality and enjoying life, especially after reaching financial security.
- Seek out small, manageable goals to pave the way towards larger aspirations in financial independence.
- Stay open to new experiences and paths, allowing for growth and learning in both personal and professional realms.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
Join Mindful FIRE Legendsto practice with us live every Wednesday.
Episode Summary
In this short guided meditation from the Mindful FIRE Legends community, Adam leads listeners through a calming breathwork practice designed to help you drop below the noise and chaos of everyday life. Find a peaceful, present state of mind as you focus on the simple sensations of breathing in and breathing out.
What You'll Practice
- Finding stillness beneath the chaos of life
- Breath awareness meditation
- Letting go of distractions with each exhale
- Cultivating gratitude for yourself and your practice
Perfect For
Anyone seeking a few minutes of peace and presence in their day. No meditation experience necessary.
Resources Mentioned:
- Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at mindfulfire.org/legends
- Download the free envisioning guide at mindfulfire.org/start
In this episode: Adam gets live coaching from Nicholas Whitaker on navigating early retirement and shifting from money to connection as his primary success metric
Episode Summary
Adam opens up about his first 14 months of early retirement—still seeking Google's validation, wrestling with outdated success metrics, and struggling to let go of money as his primary motivator. Through compassionate coaching, Nick helps Adam explore the tension between entrepreneurial revenue goals and simply enjoying life. This raw conversation tackles corporate identity hangover, the "not good enough" narrative, and what it means to fully own your retirement.
Guest Bio
Nicholas Whitaker is a coach, mindfulness facilitator, and founder of Rebellion Collective. He helps high performers navigate burnout, identity collapse, and life transitions—restoring their sense of self and building lives aligned with who they need to be. A fellow ex-Googler, Nick brings deep expertise in mindfulness and conscious leadership.
Resources
- Nick's previous episodes: Episode 11 and Episode 12
- "Love Money, Money Loves You" by Sarah Crumb
- rebellioncollective.com — Free journaling prompt guide available
- LinkedIn: Nicholas Whitaker
Key Takeaways
- The first year of retirement is harder than expected—corporate baggage and outdated metrics don't disappear overnight
- Seeking validation from your former employer keeps you stuck in the past
- Money doesn't need to be your primary metric after FIRE—connection, enjoyment, and fun are equally valid
- The "not good enough" narrative just takes new entrepreneurial forms after leaving corporate
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: A loving-kindness meditation focused on the body
Learn to tune into your body's wisdom
This guided practice helps you cultivate kind, curious, and loving awareness toward your physical being.
Begin by checking in with how you're feeling in this moment.
Move through a gentle body scan, offering loving attention to each area.
Close by expressing gratitude and compassion for your body, which enables every experience in your life.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: Decompressing from corporate life, forcing vs. allowing in early retirement, discovering true purpose through financial independence, the LinkedIn comparison trap, building real human connection in the AI age with Katrina McGhee
Episode Summary
After 14 years at Google, Adam reflects on his first 14+ months of early retirement with career break coach Katrina McGhee. From the six-month decompression timeline to navigating the "not far enough along" narrative, Adam shares the raw truth about corporate burnout, learning to trust himself after betrayal, and figuring out what his entrepreneurial vision actually looks like in practice. He reveals his evolving purpose—empowering a generation to achieve financial independence before the hamster wheel traps them—and his desire to build authentic human connection in an AI-driven world.
Guest Bio
Katrina McGhee is a Career Break Coach, author of Taking a Career Break for Dummies, and co-host of the Taking a Career Break podcast. She has supported 200+ people through career breaks over 8+ years.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Taking a Career Break for Dummies by Katrina McGhee
- One Last Talk by Philip McKernan
- Return to Real by Ryan Levesque (Spring 2026)
- Front Row Dads community
- Break Space – Katrina's career break community
Guest Contact Information
LinkedIn: Katrina McGhee
Website: https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/
Podcast: Taking a Career Break with Katrina McGhee
Key Takeaways
- Decompression takes time: Expect 3-6+ months minimum; toxic environments require 6-12 months before you feel like yourself again.
- Your brain will lie to you: High achievers hear "you're not far enough along" even with no rush—recognize and release this narrative.
- Financial independence changes decision-making: When work is optional, choose based on excitement and alignment rather than ROI and efficiency.
- Early retirement is walking into fog: Clarity emerges through experimentation and allowing organic unfolding, not forcing outcomes.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: Visualize your ideal future with clarity and intention.
Welcome! In today's guided meditation, we'll practice visualization—a powerful tool for imagining and connecting with the life you truly desire.
We'll begin with the fundamentals: cultivating presence and mindfulness. By observing our thoughts without judgment, we anchor ourselves in the present moment, releasing attachment to past regrets or future anxieties.
As you settle into a state of calm relaxation, we'll begin to visualize your ideal life in rich detail. You'll engage all your senses—seeing the scenes unfold, hearing the sounds around you, and feeling the emotions that arise in this envisioned reality.
Once you're fully immersed in this visualization, I'll introduce an unexpected element that deepens the practice.
Are you ready? Let's begin!
In this episode: year-end reflection, self-awareness, coaching yourself, creating goals, daily check-ins, with Morgan Bricca
Episode Summary
Join host Adam Coelho as he welcomes back Morgan Bricca to discuss the importance of year-end reflection and planning. Morgan shares her approach to self-awareness, self-coaching, and how to set meaningful goals for the upcoming year. Learn how to develop habits that align with your desired feelings and intentions, and discover practical tips for maintaining focus and motivation throughout the year.
Guest Bio
Morgan Bricca is a passionate advocate for mindful living and financial independence. With a background in coaching and personal development, she emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and intentional goal setting in achieving a fulfilling life.
Key Takeaways
- Self-awareness is crucial for efficient living and helps align actions with one's life purpose.
- Coaching yourself can save costs and empower personal growth through self-reflection and accountability.
- Setting a daily checklist can enhance focus on personal goals and help track progress effectively.
- Year-end reflections help in recognizing changes in priorities and recalibrating for the upcoming year.
- Identifying core feelings can guide goal-setting and daily actions, making them more meaningful.
- Embracing discomfort and being brave can lead to significant personal growth and fulfillment.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
Episode Summary
Join Adam Coelho for a gentle guided meditation focused on the transformative practice of starting again. This 10-minute meditation guides you through mindful breathing, present moment awareness, and the powerful reminder that no matter how many times your mind wanders, you always have the ability to begin fresh with just one breath.
This practice emphasizes self-compassion and the understanding that distraction isn't a failure—it's simply an opportunity to return to the present moment. The meditation concludes with a gratitude practice, inviting you to connect with something you're grateful for and feel that appreciation throughout your body.
Perfect for both beginners and experienced meditators looking for a reminder that starting again is always available, anywhere, anytime.
What You'll Practice
- Breath awareness: Finding your home base in the sensations of breathing
- Non-judgmental awareness: Meeting your experience with openness, kindness, and curiosity
- The art of beginning again: Recognizing when attention has wandered and gently returning to the present
- Gratitude practice: Cultivating appreciation and letting it infuse your entire being
- Accessibility: Understanding that this practice is available with just one mindful breath
Key Takeaways
- Meditation isn't about never getting distracted—it's about noticing when you've wandered and choosing to come back
- Each in-breath is a new beginning; each out-breath is a chance to let go
- The ability to start again applies not just to meditation, but to life more broadly
- When you notice your mind has wandered, you're already back—simply choose to begin again
- Gratitude can be a full-body experience that infuses every cell
- This practice is accessible anywhere, anytime, with just one conscious breath
Resources Mentioned
- Mindful Fire Envisioning Guide: mindfulfire.org/start - Download this free 10-minute guide to craft a clear and inspiring vision for your life
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
In this episode: "Trying Life On", 5 Freedom Principles, Purposeful Work, & more with Maurice Philogene.
Adam Coelho talks to Maurice Philogene, a former senior executive at an IT consulting firm and a retired federal agent, who is now a full-time real estate investor. They discuss Maurice's philosophy of "trying life on" and how he has been able to mesh together his different interests and careers. They also talk about the importance of envisioning, reducing big dreams into achievable goals, and building a personal and work blueprint.
Episode Takeaways
- Maurice's philosophy of "trying life on" involves meshing together different interests and careers to build a lifestyle you don't need a vacation from.
- Maurice reduces big dreams into achievable goals by having people write down their perfect day in vivid detail and building a personal and work blueprint around it.
- Maurice encourages people to build meaningful relationships and intentionally make decisions related to time, financial, and geographic freedom.
- Maurice believes that adults forget to dream and that we need to remember our purpose of plugging into life planet as intended.
- Maurice believes that if we really want to do something, we will find a way to make it happen.
- Maurice encourages people to be unapologetic in their pursuit of a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Maurice’s Contact Information
- Maurice Philogene on LinkedIn
- Quattro Capital : https://www.thequattroway.com/
Maurice Philogene Bio
Maurice Philogene is a former senior executive at an IT consulting firm, a retired federal agent and lieutenant colonel, and a full-time real estate investor. He is also a former street cop in Washington DC. Maurice's philosophy is to "try life on" and he has been able to mesh together his different interests and careers to build a lifestyle he doesn't need a vacation from.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
I'm thrilled to share this meditation designed to help you explore your BIG vision through visualizing your perfect day.
The narratives we tell ourselves shape our reality.
Visualization is a powerful practice that allows you to plant the seeds of new narratives you wish to grow in your life.
Do the narratives you're creating serve your goals and aspirations?
Mindfulness enables you to recognize your narratives - whether they're supporting or limiting you.
This guided meditation invites you to connect with the narratives that are shaping your experience.
I hope this guided meditation serves you well.
In this episode: Lifestyle Design, Mindfulness, Financial Independence, Entrepreneurship, Location Independence with Jess Fick from The Fioneers.
Jess Fick from The Fioneers discusses her path to financial independence and her transition toward mindful living. She emphasizes the value of identifying your true needs and building a life aligned with your values instead of racing to the finish line. Jess also offers actionable advice on lifestyle design and developing three unique life paths to explore various possibilities.
Guest Bio
Jess from The Fioneers is a blogger focused on financial independence and lifestyle design who promotes mindful and intentional living. As an entrepreneur, speaker, and coach, she empowers people to build a life they love now instead of waiting for FI.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Jess' Upcoming Slow FI Retreat
- "Designing Your Life" by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
Connect with Jess
- Website: TheFioneers.com
- Retreat : Slow FI Retreat
- Twitter: @thefioneers
- Instagram: @thefioneers
Key Takeaways
- Lifestyle design involves introspection, generating ideas, and experimentation.
- Develop three different life paths to explore various possibilities and encourage curiosity.
- Use an improv approach of "yes and" to brainstorm ideas without judgment.
- Mindfulness means being kind, curious, and receptive to whatever emerges.
- Consider your ideal day/week/month/year and memorable experiences to identify your passions.
- Monitor your activities and evaluate them to make adjustments and discover what brings you joy.
Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.
This short meditation invites you to practice starting again. In each moment of our lives, we have the opportunity to start again.
I hope you enjoy this practice!
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation fit call with me
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A co-created, ambitious shared vision everyone is energized by
- Clear alignment between personal goals and team vision
- A short list of mini-experiments to generate momentum immediately
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices th...
In this episode: financial independence, veterinary conservation, money mindset, intentional spending, personal purpose with Amber Howarth
Episode Summary
Join Amber Howarth on the Mindful Fire Podcast as she shares her inspiring journey from being a veterinarian to a financial coach, intertwining her passions for wildlife conservation and financial independence. Amber discusses her experiences navigating student debt, the impact of the pandemic, and her evolving career path, while emphasizing the importance of mindset and intentional living.
Guest Bio
Amber Howarth is a traditionally trained veterinarian turned financial coach. With a passion for wildlife conservation, she combines her veterinary expertise with financial independence coaching to help others craft lives they love. Currently based in Korea, Amber is actively involved in conservation efforts and coaching others on achieving financial well-being.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- JL Collins on Mindful FIRE Episode 1
- JL Collins on Mindful FIRE Episode 2
- Episode with Jordan Grumet, Doc G: Discussing big P vs. little p purpose.
- White Coat Investor
- Afford Anything
Guest Contact Information
- Free Guide: Cut Years Off Your Retirement Timeline
- Instagram: @ficoachandconservationist
- Substack: Amber Fi Coach
Key Takeaways
- The importance of managing student debt without sacrificing life enjoyment.
- Embrace little p purpose by integrating joy into daily life.
- Mindset plays a crucial role in financial success and personal fulfillment.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation fit call with me
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A co-created, ambitious shared vision everyone is energized by
- Clear alignment between personal goals and team vision
- A short list of mini-experiments to generate momentum immediately
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices th...
This guided meditation invites you to carve out time for yourself—a moment to pause and invest in your own well-being.
As we take a breath, settle into stillness, and direct our awareness inward, a transformation begins. Imagine a snow globe after the flurry subsides—everything that was swirling finds its place, and suddenly we can see through to what truly matters within us.
I hope this practice serves you well.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation fit call with me
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A co-created, ambitious shared vision everyone is energized by
- Clear alignment between personal goals and team vision
- A short list of mini-experiments to generate momentum immediately
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices th...
In this episode: Why do 84% of reorgs fail?, Building psychological safety, Managing fear responses, Creating clarity during change, Financial resilience with Chelsea Wierbonski
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, host Adam Coelho sits down with career transformation coach and Group Product Manager at Google, Chelsea Wierbonski. Together, they explore the challenging landscape of organizational change, specifically focusing on why a staggering 84% of reorganizations fail. Chelsea shares invaluable insights on building psychological safety, managing fear responses, and creating clarity during turbulent times. They also discuss the importance of financial resilience and side hustles in navigating change.
Guest Bio
Chelsea Wierbonski is a career transformation coach and Group Product Manager at Google. With extensive experience in leading teams through organizational change, she empowers individuals to build resilience and thrive in their careers. Her passion lies in helping women in tech elevate their careers through neuroscience and inner work.
Host Adam Coelho helps tech leaders land their reorg in 2-3 weeks instead of 6-9 months by rebuilding psychological safety and alignment to a shared vision. He created The Mindful FIRE Podcast in 2020 to explore the intersection two of his passions, mindfulness and financial independence.
Resources & Books Mentioned • "The Simple Path to Wealth" by JL Collins • Mindful Fire Podcast Episode with JL Collins
Guest Contact Information
Instagram: Chelsea W
LinkedIn: Chealsea Wierbonski
Key Takeaways
- Understanding Reorgs: 84% of reorganizations fail due to broken trust and lack of clarity.
- Building Psychological Safety: Leaders must create an environment where team members feel safe to voice concerns and ideas.
- Managing Fear Responses: Recognizing and addressing the fear that comes with change is crucial for individuals.
- Finding Clarity: Clear communication around roles and expectations helps teams navigate uncertainty.
- Financial Resilience: Building an emergency fund and exploring side hustles can provide security during turbulent times.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation fit call with me
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A co-created, ambitious shared vision everyone is energized by
- Clear alignment between personal goals and team vision
- A short list of mini-experiments to generate momentum immediately
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices th...
In this episode: Mindfulness, minimalism, simplicity, the concept of enough, financial independence, entrepreneurship
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam interviews Rose Lounsbury, a minimalist and author, about the concept of enough and the journey towards simplicity. They discuss the challenges of decluttering, the importance of self-compassion, and the ongoing practice of mindfulness. Rose shares her personal journey and insights on finding peace of mind and creating space for what truly matters.
Guest BioRose Lounsbury is a minimalist, author, and speaker who helps people simplify their homes and lives. She is a firm believer in the power of decluttering to create more time, space, and freedom. Rose has written a book on minimalism and has given TEDx talks on the subject. She is dedicated to helping others find simplicity and embrace the concept of enough.
Guest Contact Information
- Rose's free 30 Day Simplicity Challenge
- Website: www.roselounsbury.com
- Instagram: @roselounsbury
- Rose's TEDx Talk
- Rose's Talk at Econome
- Rose's Campaign for Ohio House
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Zen Habits - Blog by Leo Babauta
- The Joy of Less by Francine Jay
Key Takeaways
- Decluttering physical possessions can lead to a greater sense of peace of mind and free time.
- Letting go of the excess things allows for more focus on self-care and personal well-being.
- Mindfulness and simplicity are lifelong practices that require self-awareness and self-compassion.
- The journey to enough involves both external decluttering and internal letting go of patterns and beliefs.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: The mindful money method, overcoming a scarcity mindset, using bridge thoughts, envisioning our future selves, living debt-free, and the power generosity on the journey to FI with Liz Carroll, the mindful money coach.
On today’s episode,I am joined by my friend, Liz Carroll, who shared her journey towards financial independence. Liz was inspired to become financially independent after reading Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey, when she was 30 and working for AT&T. Her plan to become financially independent within 20 years included college educating their children and creating enough passive income.
Liz introduced us to the Mindful Money Method, which is all about awareness, clarity, and vision to create a spending plan that aligns with our values and desires. She also talked about overcoming scarcity mindset and the importance of envisioning our future selves.
Guest Bio
Liz Carroll is a mindful financial coach and founder of The Mindful Money Method. She is passionate about empowering women to take control of their finances and achieve financial independence. She has helped countless women realize their financial goals through her Mindful Money Method, which focuses on awareness, clarity, and vision to create a plan that aligns with their values and desires.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey
Connect with Liz Carroll
- Website: https://www.mindfulmoneymethod.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/money-coach
- Instagram: @mindfulmoneycoaches
Key Takeaways
- The Mindful Money Method is all about awareness, clarity, and vision to create a spending plan, a safety net, and aligning our finances with our values and desires.
- Overcoming scarcity mindset is key to achieving financial independence. Liz recommends completing sentences like "Rich people are..." to uncover hidden beliefs and emotions around money.
- Envisioning our future selves can help us make better financial decisions in the present.
- Being debt-free allows us to be more present and make decisions for our future selves.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Take 10 minutes to settle in for a gentle, guided meditation on self‑compassion.
We’re often our own toughest critics, moving from task to task without a moment of care for ourselves. I
n this short practice, you’ll pause, breathe, and offer yourself the same kindness you’d give a close friend.
Join me to soften self‑judgment, reconnect with your inner calm, and leave feeling a little lighter and more supported.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Nirav Shah's journey, the impact of money on happiness, daily practices for mindfulness, understanding contentment, the concept of enough, with Guest Nirav Shah.
Episode Summary
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Nirav Shah as he discusses his new book "The Serenity Blueprint," shares insights on finding inner peace regardless of external circumstances, and explores the interplay between mindfulness and financial independence.
Guest Bio
Nirav Shah is a civil engineer turned software executive who has traveled to 84 countries and worked on six continents. After retiring early, he dedicated his life to helping others find inner peace through meditation and writing. His first book, "Shortcut to Serenity," aims to help individuals discover peace within themselves. Nirav's latest work, "The Serenity Blueprint," continues this mission.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Shortcut to Serenity" by Nirav Shah
- "The Serenity Blueprint" by Nirav Shah
- Meditative resources available at meditativeman.org
- Weekly Zoom meditation sessions
Guest Contact Information
- Nirav Shah on LinkedIn
Key Takeaways
- Nirav's journey emphasizes the importance of finding peace within oneself, regardless of external conditions.
- Money does not equate to happiness; true contentment comes from appreciating what we have.
- Daily practices like meditation and taking deep breaths can significantly enhance mindfulness.
- Letting go of rigid expectations allows for a more fluid approach to life and personal goals.
- Recognizing the difference between 'life' and 'lifestyle' can help determine what is truly enough.
- The importance of enjoying the journey rather than focusing solely on end results is key to achieving serenity.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Relaxation in the Present Moment Meditation
This mindfulness exercise invites you to leave everything behind for a moment and revel in the profound simplicity of the here and now.
Our daily lives are filled with tasks, plans, concerns, obligations to family and work, and so much more. The list goes on.
Nonetheless, we have the option to let go of all that has transpired and all that is yet to happen, and merely immerse ourselves in the infinite moment of now, even if it's just for one breath.
That's the essence of this meditation practice. It's an opportunity to relax in the uncomplicated act of being conscious of nothing more than this incoming breath and this exiting breath, just as they are, instant by instant, breath by breath.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: purpose, mindfulness, personal journey, overcoming burnout, human flourishing with Carolina Lasso
Episode Summary
Adam welcomes Carolina Lasso, a purpose mentor and facilitator. They delve into Carolina's transformative journey from a corporate career at Google to becoming an advocate for mindfulness and purpose. Carolina shares her experiences with burnout, her travels around the world, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of purpose and human flourishing. Listeners will gain insights into how to reconnect with their true selves and the importance of serving others.
Guest Bio
Carolina Lasso is a purpose mentor, facilitator, and teacher dedicated to helping individuals connect with their true purpose. With a background in international business and experience working at Google, Carolina has transformed her career to focus on emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and leadership. She is the author of "The Path to Flourishing" and "The Purpose Reset," and runs her own purpose academy.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The Path to Flourishing" by Carolina Lasso
- "The Purpose Reset" by Carolina Lasso, co-authored with Rich Fernandez and Steph Stern
Guest Contact Information
- Website: https://www.carolinalasso.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinalasso/
- Carolina’s Books: https://www.carolinalasso.com/books
- Plenari Purpose Academy: https://www.plenari.co/
Key Takeaways
- Understanding your purpose is a journey, not a destination; it requires ongoing introspection and curiosity.
- Mindfulness practices can greatly enhance our ability to connect with our true selves and navigate life's challenges.
- Burnout can stem from neglecting personal well-being and community; it's essential to prioritize mental health.
- Traveling and experiencing different cultures can lead to profound personal transformations and insights.
- Embracing acceptance and self-compassion is crucial for personal growth and flourishing.
- The significance of curiosity in discovering purpose: following small interests can lead to meaningful insights and connections.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Envision your ideal future in vivid detail.
Thanks for joining me for today's guided meditation. We're going to explore something exciting—visualizing the life of our dreams.
The foundation of this practice is simple: being present and mindful without judging our thoughts. Through mindfulness, we can fully experience the present moment rather than becoming entangled in past regrets or future anxieties.
Once we settle into a relaxed state, we'll create a mental image of our ideal life. We'll make this visualization come alive by imagining the sensory details—what we see, hear, and feel in this dream life.
Then, when we're deeply immersed in that visualization, I have a special surprise waiting for us.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: journey to financial independence, the concept of mini retirements, designing a fulfilling life, overcoming burnout, benefits of taking breaks with Jillian Johnsrud
Episode Summary
Jillian Johnsrud explores the transformative power of mini retirements and how they can lead to a more fulfilling life. She shares her personal journey towards Financial Independence and discusses the importance of stepping away from work to recharge and gain clarity on life goals.
Guest Bio
Jillian Johnsrud is a Financial Independence advocate and author of the upcoming book "Retire Often." With her extensive experience in coaching and her personal journey to financial freedom, Jillian inspires others to embrace the concept of mini retirements as a way to enhance their lives and achieve their goals.
Guest Contact Information
- Website: https://retireoften.com/
- Book Purchasing Link: https://lnk.to/retireoften
- Free Opt-In Worksheets:
- Planning: https://retireoften.com/mini/
- Negotiating: https://retireoften.com/onemonth/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianjohnsrud/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/JillianJohnsrud/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-johnsrud/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JillianJohnsrud
Key Takeaways
- Embracing mini retirements can provide a much-needed break from work and lead to greater clarity and satisfaction in life.
- Taking time off can actually enhance your career trajectory and earning potential.
- Mini retirements are not just vacations; they are opportunities for self-discovery and personal growth.
- Addressing burnout early can prevent long-term negative effects on mental health and productivity.
- It's important to design your life intentionally, aligning your career with your personal values and goals.
- Practicing mindfulness and being present can significantly improve your overall well-being and relationsh
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode, we'll embark on a 12-minute guided meditation designed to cultivate peace, ease, and refuge in the present moment. This builds reslience.
Our focus today is creating a sanctuary within ourselves. In a world filled with challenges—wars, layoffs, and economic uncertainty—we'll establish an inner refuge where we can temporarily set aside our concerns and simply be.
We'll begin by consciously releasing our worries as we tune into our body, mind, and heart, acknowledging our current state without judgment.
After resting in this space of refuge, we'll transition to practices of loving-kindness and compassion—first directed inward toward ourselves, then extending outward to all beings.
May this practice bring you a sense of peace and renewal.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: tax planning strategies, financial independence, empowering women in finance, real estate investments, overcoming financial shame with Susan Geist
Episode Summary
Adam welcomes Susan Geist, a financial expert focused on empowering women to take control of their finances and achieve Financial Independence. They discuss various tax planning strategies, the importance of understanding different income buckets, and how women can navigate financial challenges. Susan shares her personal journey to Financial Independence and provides actionable insights for listeners seeking to improve their financial literacy.
Guest Bio
Susan Geist is a financial expert and co-founder of Rising Femme Wealth, an organization dedicated to helping women achieve financial empowerment and independence. With a background in tax strategy and personal finance, Susan guides women in understanding their financial options and making informed decisions to create the lives they desire.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki
- "The Simple Path to Wealth" by JL Collins
Guest Contact Information
- Rising Femme Wealth: https://www.risingfemmewealth.com/
- Free Tax Smart Financial Independence Guide: http://www.risingfemmewealth.com/mindful
Key Takeaways
- Understanding the three income buckets (active, portfolio, passive) is crucial for effective tax planning.
- Empowering women to take control of their finances is essential for achieving Financial Independence.
- Tax planning should be integrated into an overall wealth plan, considering personal values and lifestyle goals.
- Utilizing tax-advantaged accounts, such as 401(k)s and HSAs, can significantly impact long-term financial health.
- Real estate investments offer unique tax benefits, including depreciation and 1031 exchanges.
- Overcoming financial shame and taking proactive steps towards financial literacy is vital for women seeking empowerment.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Today’s guided meditation is all about cultivating and sharing kindness.
We’ll begin by checking in with ourselves and observing our breath.
Then, we'll take some time to gather and multiply kindness within ourselves.
Then we will practicing sending kindness out to others.
Finally, we open to receiving kindness from others.
I hope you enjoy this practice
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: entrepreneurship journey, overcoming layoffs, leveraging personal networks, importance of relationships, advice for aspiring entrepreneurs with Feras Alhlou
Episode Summary
Adam speaks with Feras Alhlou about his journey into entrepreneurship, the challenges of overcoming layoffs, and the importance of leveraging personal networks for business success. Feras shares valuable insights on building relationships and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to navigate their own paths.
Guest Bio
Feras Alhlou is a successful entrepreneur and founder of multiple businesses, including a consulting firm that specializes in analytics. With a wealth of experience in the tech industry and a passion for helping others, he now focuses on supporting entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses through his platform, Startup with Feras.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The Ultimate Sales Machine" by Chet Holmes
Guest Contact Information
- Website: https://www.startupwithferas.com/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StartUpWithFeras
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferasalhlou/
Key Takeaways
- Building strong relationships is crucial for entrepreneurial success; networking can unlock many opportunities.
- Overcoming layoffs can be a significant turning point; use the time to reassess and pursue your passions.
- Personal networks are often underutilized; don’t hesitate to reach out for support and advice.
- Focus on continuous learning and improvement, especially in sales and marketing, to grow your business effectively.
- The journey to entrepreneurship is challenging; hard work and dedication are necessary.
- Don’t neglect the importance of giving back to the community through pro bono work and supporting nonprofits.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Today's guided meditation focuses on creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself.
When we slow down, sit down, and turn our attention inward, something powerful happens. It's like a snow globe being set down on a table—our mind and body settle, allowing us to see more clearly what's happening inside.
I hope you enjoy this guided meditation.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: intentionality with money, understanding financial independence, hiring your kids for tax benefits, FIRE movement, building a legacy with Andrew Windham
Episode Summary
Adam welcomes Andrew Windham to the Mindful FIRE Podcast. They delve into the importance of being intentional with money and using it as a tool to create a meaningful life. Andrew shares his journey in financial services, discusses the FIRE movement, and offers insights on hiring your kids for tax benefits. The conversation emphasizes the importance of living purposefully and aligning financial decisions with personal values.
Guest Bio
Andrew Windham is a financial expert and entrepreneur dedicated to helping families achieve Financial Independence. With a background in finance and a passion for serving others, Andrew focuses on guiding clients towards intentional financial decisions that align with their values. He is also the host of the Educated Freedom podcast.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The E-Myth" by Michael Gerber
- "The Road Less Stupid" by Keith Cunningham
- NuCalm app for meditation and relaxation
- Contact Andrew via LinkedIn or Email and mention "Mindful FIRE podcast" to get the "How to Hire Your Kid" and "Automated Cashflow" resources.
Guest Contact Information
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewwindham/
- Email: andrew@educatedfreedom.com
- The Educated Freedom Podcast: https://collegeplanninginstitute.com/educated-freedom-podcast/
Key Takeaways
- Being intentional with money can lead to a more fulfilling life.
- The FIRE movement emphasizes Financial Independence and living with purpose rather than simply retiring early.
- Hiring kids for tasks in a business can provide tax benefits and teach them financial responsibility.
- Simplifying financial goals and aligning them with personal values is crucial for achieving Financial Independence.
- Reflection and journaling can help clarify what is truly important in life and business.
- Embracing progress over perfection can lead to greater success and satisfaction in financial journeys.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
This guided meditation aims to create space for possibility amidst challenging life situations.
While we all encounter challenging situations, I created this meditation for my 12,000 Google fomer colleagues who were laid off a few years ago and the countless others affected by layoffs in the tech sector since then.
These layoffs serve as a wake-up call for all of us—a reminder of the significance of intentionality in life and building financial resilience to overcome difficult times.
Overview of the Practice
We begin by finding a comfortable and alert position and taking three deep breaths to focus on the sensation of our breath in our bodies.
We practice mindfulness, observing our thoughts with kindness and curiosity.
Next, we expand our perspective and recall a challenging situation we are facing—a layoff, a divorce, the loss of a family member or pet.
With mindfulness, we observe this situation with a kind and curious awareness.
Then, we shift our focus to exploring the possibility of even the smallest positive outcomes in this challenging situation.
I sincerely hope this meditation proves helpful as you process your challenges and embrace the opportunities life presents to you.
Wishing you all the best on your journey.
Adam
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Empowering Employees, Navigating Corporate Politics, Building Resilience, Financial Independence, Understanding Severance Agreements with Dan Goodman
Episode SummaryAdam speaks with Dan Goodman about the critical importance of empowering employees to advocate for themselves in the workplace. They explore the nuances of navigating corporate politics, the challenges of building resilience, and the path to Financial Independence. Dan shares his insights on understanding severance agreements and how employees can protect their interests against unfair practices.
Guest BioDan Goodman is a passionate advocate for employees, helping them navigate the complexities of workplace dynamics and empowering them to stand up against wrongdoing. With a focus on Financial Independence and resilience, Dan has built a successful practice, guiding clients through the intricacies of employment agreements, severance negotiations, and workplace challenges.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- True Commission App
Guest Contact Information
- Website: https://www.dangoodmanea.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dangoodmanea/
Key Takeaways
- Understand the importance of advocating for yourself in the workplace.
- Recognize the signs of being managed out and how to document them effectively.
- Financial Independence is key to navigating corporate challenges and feeling empowered.
- It's crucial to know your rights regarding severance agreements and how to negotiate them.
- Building a strong network can provide support during difficult employment situations.
- Employees should not hesitate to utilize mental health leave when needed for their well-being.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Take a moment to appreciate how far you come in your life with this new guided meditation by Adam Coelho.
So often people race from thing to thing trying mightily to reach their goal...
But once they get there...
They just look immediately past that goal to the next goal
Never stopping
Never fully appreciating:
- How far they've come
- All the things they've learned
- All the things they've overcome
- To be who they are
Right here. Right now
This practice invites us to take in the good and appreciate all the wonderful things we have done and achieved in our life.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Journey of Self-Discovery, Entrepreneurship, Zone of Genius, Shedding Identities, Crafting a Life You Love with Aleks Konstantinov
Episode SummaryAdam speaks with Aleks Konstantinov about his journey from a conventional upbringing in Russia to becoming a global entrepreneur. Aleks shares insights on shedding identities, discovering one's zone of genius, and how to craft a fulfilling life through mindfulness and intentionality.
Guest BioAleks Konstantinov is an entrepreneur and visual artist with a rich background in corporate, nonprofit, and startup environments. He has lived in eight countries and brings a wealth of experience in conscious living and personal growth to his work.
Guest Contact Information
- Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/integralevolution
- Map of Quality of Life (pdf): https://ancient-william-0f8.notion.site/TOOLS-TO-ACTIVATE-POTENTIAL-IN-TEAMS-INDIVIDUALS-SYSTEMS-1ac81c75c2368044984dc46db5aa461c
Key Takeaways
- The importance of understanding one's zone of genius and how it can lead to a more fulfilling life.
- Shedding external identities can be a powerful process in finding inner peace and authenticity.
- Mindfulness and presence are essential for improving the quality of life across various aspects.
- Entrepreneurship is not just about starting businesses; it's about creating opportunities and aligning projects with personal values.
- The journey of self-discovery is ongoing, and it’s important to remain open to evolving one's understanding of purpose and passion.
- Following your excitement and enjoyment can lead to exponential growth and satisfaction in life.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode, we explore the transformative practice of "Starting Again" - a meditation that teaches us the art of beginning anew with each breath. Learn a gentle approach to mindfulness that emphasizes the power of starting fresh, whether you're a beginner or experienced practitioner.
Through guided instruction on posture, breath awareness, and working with distractions, you'll discover how to cultivate a kind and curious attitude toward your experience. The practice concludes with a heart-opening gratitude exercise, helping you connect with what matters most in your life.
Perfect for anyone seeking to develop greater presence and self-compassion in their daily life, this meditation reminds us that every moment offers an opportunity to begin again.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: career and family, musical journey, envisioning, financial independence with Dan Arwady
Episode SummaryDan Arwady shares his journey as a musician, focusing on his solo career. He discusses the importance of envisioning success, the role of deliberate practice in honing skills, and how his family life intersects with his music career. He also explores recent opportunities that have arisen and provides valuable insights into FI and mindfulness practices.
Guest BioDan Arwady is a musician, songwriter, and engineer based in California. With a background in computer science and a passion for music, he has transformed his career, focusing on his original music and live performances. He has released several albums and singles while balancing family life and his day job.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield
Guest Contact Information
- Website: https://danarwadymusic.com/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@danarwadymusic
- Instagram: http://instagram.com/danarwadymusic
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0SnoBjoX2nF3ZgPMThD9wN
Key Takeaways
- Importance of understanding your unique path and focusing on gradual growth rather than immediate success.
- Envisioning goals has clarified direction and led to actionable steps.
- The significance of consistent practice and intentionality in improving skills, whether in music or any other field.
- Insights on how to balance family responsibilities with pursuing a passion.
- How being prepared and ready can lead to unexpected opportunities.
- Practicing mindfulness and self-reflection can lead to greater clarity and focus in pursuing dreams.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Today's meditation explores the question: "What is enough?"
This fundamental question inspired me to create this podcast.
Many of us in the financial independence retire early community focus on growing our wealth to reach an arbitrary number—believing that once we hit it, we'll finally achieve freedom and transform our lives.
But we must ask ourselves: what truly is enough?
Even when people reach their target number, they often feel they need more wealth or time—a phenomenon known as "one more year" syndrome.
In today's meditation, we'll explore this question of "enough" by practicing acceptance, allowing each breath to be complete just as it is.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Mindful Parenting, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Compassion, Managing Triggers, Unconditional Love with Hunter Clarke-Fields
Episode SummaryAdam speaks with Hunter Clarke-Fields, an expert in mindful parenting. They discuss the journey to mindful parenting, challenges parents face, and practical tips for fostering emotional intelligence in children. Hunter shares her insights on creating an accepting environment for children and the importance of self-compassion for parents.
Guest BioHunter Clarke-Fields is a mindfulness mentor, author, and creator of the Mindful Parenting course. She specializes in helping parents develop emotional intelligence and practical skills for mindful parenting.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Simplicity Parenting" by Kim Payne
Guest Contact Information
- Mindful Mama website: https://mindfulmamamentor.com/
- "Raising Good Humans": https://mindfulmamamentor.com/book-mindful-mama/
- Podcast: https://mindfulmamamentor.com/podcast/
Key Takeaways
- Mindful parenting involves recognizing and managing emotional responses to better engage with children.
- Self-compassion is crucial for parents; it helps in accepting imperfections and fosters a nurturing environment.
- Mindfulness can aid in reducing reactivity and enhancing emotional intelligence in both parents and children.
- Understanding triggers as a parent can lead to healthier interactions and more peaceful family dynamics.
- Building a strong foundation of unconditional love and acceptance is vital for children to feel safe and secure.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Today’s guided meditation is all about creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself.
Something powerful happens when we slow down, sit down and turn our attention inward.
Like a snow globe being set down on a table, we allow our mind and body to settle and we can start to see more clearly what’s going on inside.
I hope you enjoy.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: The Simple Path to Wealth, Financial Independence, Retirement Strategies, Indexing with JL Collins
Episode SummaryAdam welcomes back JL Collins to discuss the updated version of his book "The Simple Path to Wealth". JL shares insights and addresses listener questions about debt, lifestyle inflation, and retirement strategies.
Guest BioJL Collins is an author & speaker best known for his book "The Simple Path to Wealth," which has become a cornerstone in the FI community. JL's focus on practical advice and clear strategies has helped countless individuals take control of their financial futures.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The Simple Path to Wealth" by JL Collins
- "Pathfinders" by JL Collins
- Mad Fientist
- "How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World" by Harry Brown
- Leave a voicemail for the show
Guest Contact Information
- Blog: JLCollinsnh.com
- X: https://x.com/JLCollinsNH
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jlcollinsnh
Key Takeaways
- FI is achievable at any age; starting early is beneficial, but it's never too late to begin.
- Index investing is a powerful strategy that allows for long-term wealth growth with minimal effort.
- Lifestyle inflation can be managed by tracking expenses and making mindful choices about spending in retirement.
- Having a solid understanding of personal finance can empower individuals to make better financial decisions.
- The journey to FI is personal; every step taken towards it is a step in the right direction.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: freedom mindset, financial independence, emotional freedom, self-awareness with Carrie Bradley
Episode Summary
Adam interviews Carrie Bradley, a mindset & strategy life coach, discussing her journey to FI, importance of mindset in achieving freedom, and practical steps for cultivating emotional awareness.
Guest Bio
Carrie is a life coach & consultant who helps individuals, particularly women, gain financial freedom & emotional well-being through mindset shifts & practical strategies. Her new book "Dare to Desire" combines storytelling with self-help to inspire readers to live authentically.
Resources Mentioned
- Adam’s envisioning exercise: https://www.mindfulfire.org/start
- BiggerPockets Money Podcast
- "The Gap and the Gain" by Dan Sullivan
Guest Contact Info
- Website: https://www.carriebradley.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriebradleycoaching/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrie.doan
- “Dare to Desire” book: https://www.carriebradley.com/book
Key Takeaways
- Mindset plays a crucial role in achieving FI & emotional freedom
- Developing self-awareness helps individuals understand their emotions & how they relate to money
- It’s important to surround yourself with inspiring people who can elevate your financial literacy & mindset
- Letting go of expectations & trusting the process can lead to unexpected opportunities & greater fulfillment
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Hey there! In this guided meditation episode, we're going to do something really important - we're going to take a break. In our busy lives, we spend so much time thinking about and doing things for everyone else. This is your invitation to pause, to invest in yourself, and to simply rest.
Through gentle breath awareness and mindful presence, I'll guide you to find that sweet spot between being alert and relaxed. We'll work with whatever arises in your experience with openness, curiosity and kindness - because this is your time, your moment to rejuvenate.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just need a moment to yourself, this practice will help you access that sense of calm that's always available to you, just by turning your attention inward to the sensations of breathing in your body.
For more mindfulness practices and conversations about crafting a life you love while making work optional, check out The Mindful FIRE Podcast on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: financial independence, power of FU money, navigating job insecurity, importance of saving, transitioning to retirement with JL Collins
Episode SummaryAdam welcomes JL Collins, a renowned author & speaker in the Financial Independence community. They discuss principles of FI, significance of saving & investing, and the transformative power of FU money. JL shares his personal journey & insights on how to navigate job insecurities & make bold decisions in life.
Guest BioJL Collins is an author & speaker best known for his book "The Simple Path to Wealth," which has become a cornerstone in the FI community. JL's focus on practical advice & clear strategies has helped countless individuals take control of their financial futures.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The Simple Path to Wealth" by JL Collins
- "Pathfinders" by JL Collins
- "How I Lost Money in Real Estate Before It Was Fashionable" by JL Collins
- Pete/Mr. Money Mustache
- Carl Jensen/1500days
Guest Contact Information
- Blog: https://jlcollinsnh.com/
- Guided meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOGU94eL07E
Key Takeaways
- FI is not an on-off switch; every step taken towards saving & investing strengthens your financial position.
- FU money is essential for providing courage to make bold decisions & navigate uncertain job situations.
- The power of compounding can lead to significant wealth over time, often exceeding initial expectations.
- It’s crucial to understand your “enough” & build a life that prioritizes both financial security & personal fulfillment.
- The journey to FI is as important as the destination; enjoy the process & learn along the way.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Today's meditation explores the question: What is enough?
This is one of the core questions that drove me to create this podcast.
So many of us in the financial independence retire early community are trying to grow our wealth so we can reach some arbitrary number, assuming that once we get there, we will achieve freedom and everything will change.
But the question is, what is enough?
So often, when people reach their desired number, they think they need more or just a little more time, what’s often called "one more year" syndrome.
Today we explore this question of what is enough in a meditation, where we practice allowing each breath to be enough, just as it is.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: career coaching, work-life balance, financial independence, mindfulness practices, personal growth with Susie Ade
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam welcomes back Susie Ade. They discuss Susie's journey since her last appearance, her transition from corporate life to coaching, and the importance of aligning work with personal values & fulfillment. Susie shares insights on the power of mindfulness, significance of Financial Independence in making career decisions, and her vision for the future.
Guest BioSusie is a career coach who specializes in helping professional millennials define their goals & navigate their career paths. With a decade of experience at Google, she transitioned into coaching to focus on mental health & well-being in the workplace. She is passionate about empowering her clients to create fulfilling careers that align with their personal values.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Ramit Sethi: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/
- Dan Sullivan & Benjamin Hardy, "The Gap and the Gain": https://gapandgainbook.com/
- Sarah Behr, Simplify Financial Planning: https://www.simplifyfinancial.com/
- Nectarine: https://hellonectarine.com/
Guest Contact Information
- Susie's website: https://www.susieade.com/
- Jobseeker course: https://www.susieade.com/jobseeker
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-ade-514a2626/
Key Takeaways
- Transitioning from corporate life to entrepreneurship can be facilitated by Financial Independence.
- Mindfulness practices can be integrated into daily life, enhancing productivity & personal fulfillment.
- It's essential to align career choices with personal values to achieve long-term satisfaction.
- Creating a supportive community & networking can lead to unexpected opportunities & referrals.
- Embracing a mindset of abundance can change how you approach your business & client relationships.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Join me for this short 10 minute guided meditation on self compassion.
We're usually so very hard on ourselves so I hope you'll take this short break to practice a little kindness towards yourself.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: financial independence, spirituality and money, the five stages of FIRE, community learning, personal growth with Douglas Tsoi
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast Douglas Tsoi shares his journey towards Financial Independence and how it transformed his life. He discusses the intersection of spirituality and personal finance, the five stages of FIRE, and the importance of community in lifelong learning. Douglas also provides insights into the deeper emotional aspects of Financial Independence and how to navigate the challenges that arise post-FIRE.
Guest Bio
Douglas Tsoi is a financial spiritual coach, former lawyer, and founder of the Portland Underground Grad School (PUGS). He teaches courses on financial freedom and explores the relationship between personal finance and spirituality. Douglas is passionate about helping others understand their relationship with money and guiding them on their journeys to Financial Independence.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Your Money or Your Life" by Vicki Robin
- Mr. Money Mustache workshops
Guest Contact Information
- Douglas' Website: https://www.douglastsoi.com/
- Money & Meaning Substack: https://douglastsoi.substack.com/
- School of Financial Freedom: https://www.schooloffinancialfreedom.com/
- The Appreciation Effect: https://theappreciationeffect.com/
Key Takeaways
- The journey to Financial Independence involves not only financial planning but also deep personal reflection and inner work.
- Understanding the five stages of FIRE can help individuals navigate the emotional challenges associated with achieving Financial Independence.
- Community plays a crucial role in lifelong learning and personal growth, providing support and shared experiences.
- Financial Independence can lead to a sense of purpose and creativity when individuals are willing to explore new paths.
- The integration of spirituality into financial practices can foster a healthier relationship with money and life choices.
- True fulfillment comes from understanding one's inner self.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Resting in This Moment Meditation
This guided meditation practice invites you to set everything aside for a little while and rest in the incredible simplicity of this moment.
We all have so much going on in our lives—things to do, things to plan, things we worry about, kids and family to care for, jobs to perform. The list goes on and on.
Yet we can choose to set aside everything that has come before and everything that lies ahead, dropping into this timeless moment of now, even if just for one breath.
That's what we're practicing with this guided meditation. It's an invitation to rest in the simplicity of having nothing to do except being aware of this in-breath and this out-breath, exactly as they are, moment by moment and breath by breath.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: financial Independence, health and nutrition, cancer survival, opportunity funds, living in the present with Diandra Denier-Fields
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam welcomes Diandra Denier-Fields, a nutritional scientist and two-time cancer survivor. Diandra shares her journey towards Financial Independence, the importance of prioritizing health, and how her experiences with cancer have shaped her current mission to help others. Adam & Diandra also discuss the concept of opportunity funds, living in the moment, and the significance of making informed health choices.
Guest Bio
Diandra Denier-Fields is a nutritional scientist with a PhD in nutritional sciences and a minor in epidemiology from the University of Wisconsin. As a two-time cancer survivor, she is passionate about helping others navigate their health journeys through her brand, Cancer Free Haven, which provides resources and support for cancer survivors and those at risk.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Your Money or Your Life" by Vicki Robin
- "The Simple Path to Wealth" by JL Collins
Guest Contact Information
- “That Science Couple”: https://thatsciencecouple.com/
- “Cancer Free Haven”: https://cancerfreehaven.com/
- “Cancer Free Haven” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cancer.free.haven/
Key Takeaways
- Financial Independence is about creating a life you love and prioritizing experiences over material possessions.
- Investing in your health and making informed dietary choices can significantly impact your well-being.
- Opportunity funds provide flexibility and can help you take advantage of life experiences without jeopardizing your financial future.
- Living in the present and cherishing moments is essential, especially in the face of uncertainty and health challenges.
- It’s important to challenge common nutritional myths and focus on a balanced diet that supports overall health.
- Building a supportive community for cancer survivors is crucial for empowerment and shared knowledge.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: understanding executive function, the impact of stress on learning, practical resets for stress management, parenting tips for better routines, reframing negative self-talk with Noel Foy
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Noel Foy, an educator and author, who shares her journey from teacher to neuroeducation. They discuss the importance of understanding executive function, the effects of stress on learning, and practical strategies for managing stress. Noel offers valuable insights for parents and educators on fostering executive function skills in children and shares her upcoming book focused on practical solutions for enhancing learning.
Guest BioNoel Foy is a neuroeducator, anxiety and executive function coach, and author of several books. With a background in education, she has dedicated her career to helping students and parents navigate learning challenges and develop effective strategies for success.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Mindset" by Carol Dweck
- "ABC Worry Free" by Noel Foy
- "Are You a Bird Like Me?" by Noel Foy
- "Executive Function: Strategies to Build Underdeveloped Skills, Maximize Learning, and Unlock Potential" by Noel Foy
Guest Contact Information
- Neuro Noel website: https://www.neuronoel.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeuroNoel/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuronoel/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noel-foy-73a5ab45/
Key Takeaways
- Understanding executive function is essential for navigating stress and learning effectively.
- Stress can significantly impact a child's ability to learn and engage in the classroom.
- Quick resets, such as deep breathing and mindfulness, can help regain control over executive function during stressful moments.
- Establishing clear routines and visual aids can enhance children's understanding of tasks and responsibilities.
- Reframing negative self-talk and using constructive language can improve mindset and overall well-being.
- Practical strategies for parents and educators c
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode : Guided meditation to help you drop into this moment.
Often our busy minds feel like the choppy waves of the ocean during a storm. But even during a storm, if you drop below the surface just 10-15 feet, the water is calmer and quieter.
I like to think of meditation as a practice of dropping in, dropping below the busy and tumultuous waves of my mind, into the calmer, quieter peace of this moment.
That's what this practice is all about. I share simple guidance to help you drop into this moment, so you can enjoy the simplicity, peace and ease that exists below the surface.
We finish up with some gratitude and drop into the feeling of gratitude in our bodies.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: healthy habits, building consistency, cultivating joy, four pillars of wellness, investing in health with Kirby Smith
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Kirby Smith to discuss the journey to building healthy habits. Kirby shares insights from his extensive experience as a health and wellness researcher, emphasizing the importance of cultivating joy, creating consistent practices, and understanding the four pillars of a healthy lifestyle. The conversation explores how connection, movement, nourishment, and rest play critical roles in achieving long-term wellness.
Guest BioKirby Smith is a health and wellness researcher with over a decade of experience in the field. He has worked at Google and Fitbit, where he focused on promoting healthy habits and well-being among employees. Kirby recently launched his own business, Habit Harmony, which aims to help individuals build healthy lifestyles through coaching and research-based strategies.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Atomic Habits" by James Clear
- "The Joy of Movement" by Kelly McGonigal
- "Outlive" by Dr. Peter Attia
- "Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole
Guest Contact Information
- Habit Harmony: https://www.habitharmony.com/
Key Takeaways
- Building healthy habits begins with cultivating joy and overcoming challenges.
- Consistency is crucial; start small and incrementally increase your efforts.
- Connection to self, others, and the environment enhances the likelihood of maintaining healthy habits.
- The four pillars of wellness—connection, movement, nourishment, and rest—are essential for a fulfilling life.
- Investing time in health and wellness is akin to making a long-term investment in your future well-being.
- Mindfulness practices can help you stay present and enhance your relationship with food and movement.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Envision your ideal future in vivid detail.
Hey there! Thanks for joining me for today's guided meditation. We're going to explore something fun - visualizing the life of our dreams.
The foundation of what we're doing is pretty simple - it's all about being present and mindful, without getting caught up in judging our thoughts. When we practice mindfulness, we can just be here now, instead of getting tangled up in worries about the past or future.
Once we're feeling nice and relaxed, we'll start painting a picture in our minds of our ideal life. We'll make it feel super real by imagining all the little details - what we see, hear, and feel in this dream life of ours.
Then, when we're really into that visualization, I've got a little surprise twist for us.
Ready to dive in? Let's get started!
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Career breaks, Self-awareness, Overcoming fears, Mindfulness, and Personal fulfillment with Katrina McGhee.
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, Adam Coelho speaks with Katrina McGhee, a life coach and author of "Taking a Career Break for Dummies." They discuss the importance of taking career breaks, how to overcome fears related to stepping away from work, and the benefits of self-awareness in crafting a fulfilling life. Katrina shares her personal journey, insights into helping clients navigate their own breaks, and practical steps for planning a successful sabbatical.
Guest BioKatrina McGhee is a certified life coach who specializes in helping individuals take career breaks and sabbaticals. With a background in market research and an MBA, Katrina transitioned from a corporate career to coaching after realizing the importance of personal fulfillment and mental health. She has supported nearly a hundred clients in their journeys and authored a book with the "For Dummies" publisher to guide others in taking meaningful breaks.
Guest Contact Information
- Katrina's website: https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/
- “45 Epic Things To Do on a Career Break” Download: https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/45things
- "Taking a Career Break for Dummies" book: https://www.kmcgheecoaching.com/book
Key Takeaways
- Taking a career break is an investment in your well-being and can significantly enhance your fulfillment in life.
- Overcoming the fear of judgment and financial insecurity is crucial for those considering a break.
- Mindfulness and self-awareness are key to understanding what truly brings you happiness and fulfillment.
- Clients often need to give themselves permission to rest and disconnect from work-related pressures during their breaks.
- Setting a purpose statement and defining themes for your break can create clarity and motivation.
- Breaking societal norms and expectations can lead to greater personal growth and fulfillment.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Welcome to this special guided meditation where we practice compassion for the people suffering in the LA area due to the LA fires.
It's very sad to see what's going on over there, but instead of sitting in sadness, this practice invites us to practice compassion.
Compassion is the recognition of suffering and the desire to see that suffering alleviated.
With this practice, we practice cultivating compassion and sending it to those affected by the LA fires
This practice is also called the loving kindness practice.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Purpose vs. meaning, Financial Independence, Burnout, Generational growth, Mindfulness with Jordan Grumet Episode SummaryIn this enlightening episode, Adam Coelho speaks with Jordan Grumet, a former physician turned podcaster and author, about the intricacies of finding purpose in life. They discuss the difference between "Big P" and "Little P" purpose, how Financial Independence can lead to more fulfilling lives, and the significance of understanding one's past to create a meaningful future. Jordan shares his journey from burnout to finding joy in podcasting and writing, emphasizing the importance of community and connection.
Guest BioJordan Grumet, also known as Doc G, is a physician-turned-podcaster and author. He focuses on Financial Independence and personal growth, encouraging others to find their purpose and build meaningful lives. His upcoming book, "The Purpose Code," aims to help readers navigate the often anxiety-inducing quest for purpose.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The White Coat Investor" by Jim Dahle
- "Taking Stock" by Jordan Grumet
- "The Purpose Code" by Jordan Grumet (coming January 2025)
- "The Gap and the Gain" by Dan Sullivan
Guest Contact InformationTo connect with Jordan Grumet, visit his website at jordangrumet.com where you can find links to his medical blog, financial blog, and the Earn and Invest podcast. Key Takeaways
- Understanding the difference between "Big P" purpose and "Little P" purpose can alleviate purpose anxiety and lead to a more fulfilling life.
- Achieving Financial Independence provides the freedom to pursue passions without monetary stress.
- Mindfulness and reflection on one’s past narratives are essential for recognizing personal worth and purpose.
- Generational growth can stem from pursuing personal passions, impacting others positively in the long run.
- Building community connections through shared interests enhances one's sense of purpose and fulfillment.
- The journey to finding purpose is active; one must create it rather than waiting for it to appear.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Guided affirmations practice to speed up your journey to FI
Want to reach financial independence faster? Learn to spot and act on opportunities around you. These could be things like finding a new job, catching up with old contacts, or starting a side business. Once you train your mind to look for opportunities, you'll start seeing them everywhere.
I created a meditation to help you do exactly this - to help you see opportunities and take action toward your goals. I practice this daily, and it has changed my life completely. It even helped me bounce back during one of my toughest times. I'll tell you that full story soon.
This meditation uses mindset affirmations - positive statements that we repeat to ourselves to build new thought patterns. You can use this technique to develop any mindset you want.
In this meditation, we'll focus on two main mindsets:
- Opportunities are all around me - in my life and in my work.
- When I take action, I learn and grow.
Here's why this works: Your brain is always trying to predict what will happen next. It prepares your thoughts, feelings, and even your body for what it thinks is coming.
Think of it like this: We all tell ourselves stories about how our lives will turn out, and then we act in ways that make those stories come true. The good news? We can choose better stories to tell ourselves.
I hope you'll try this powerful practice. Stay tuned for more tips about using your brain's predictive nature to help you reach financial independence. Join our email list to get updates when new content is available.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Limiting beliefs, Personal growth, Mindfulness, Financial Independence, Career empowerment with Joel Bein
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, host Adam Coelho welcomes Joel Bein to discuss the impact of limiting beliefs on personal growth and career paths. Joel shares insights on how these beliefs can create barriers in our lives and offers strategies for overcoming them. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, choice, and self-empowerment in achieving a fulfilling life.
Guest BioJoel Bein is a passionate advocate for personal growth and education. With a background in music education and extensive experience in the field, he has dedicated the past 15 years to exploring the root causes of mindset blocks and obstacles. Joel helps individuals come alive by fostering curiosity, creativity, and a value creation mindset through his work with Career Hackers and his own initiatives.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Self Authoring Program by Jordan Peterson
- Human Liberation (Joel's initiative)
Guest Contact Information
- Joel’s website: https://joelbein.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-bein-9b8343110/
- Human Liberation: https://thehumanliberation.co/fire
- Joel’s podcasts: https://joelbein.com/podcast-2/
Key Takeaways
- Limiting beliefs often stem from childhood experiences and can significantly impact our actions and decisions.
- Awareness of these beliefs is crucial for making empowered choices in life and career.
- Mindfulness practices can help individuals identify and challenge their limiting beliefs.
- The power of choice plays a vital role in personal empowerment; recognizing that we choose our paths can shift our mindset.
- Building a future-oriented vision can motivate individuals to pursue their goals, even in the face of obstacles.
- Self-compassion is essential when working through limiting beliefs; understanding that these beliefs are parts of us can foster healing and growth.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Early retirement announcement, Financial Independence journey, Mindfulness and meditation, Building a post-retirement vision, next phase
Record a voicemail question for the show: https://www.mindfulfire.org/voicemail/
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam Coelho shares his journey to early retirement, discussing the steps he took to achieve Financial Independence and how mindfulness played a crucial role in his transformation. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision for the future and reveals his plans for coaching and workshops aimed at helping others navigate their paths to financial freedom.
Guest Bio
Adam Coelho is a mindfulness and Financial Independence advocate who recently made the leap to early retirement. He is the host of the Mindful Fire podcast and has a passion for helping others envision their ideal lives through coaching and workshops.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- ChooseFI podcast
- "The Simple Path to Wealth" by JL Collins
- Producer Chris's blog, "Epic Financial Journey": https://www.epicfinancialjourney.com/
Mindful FIRE Resources & Links
- Free Envisioning Exercise: https://www.mindfulfire.org/start
- FIRE Starter Group Coaching Program: https://www.mindfulfire.org/chat
- Ask What’s Possible Workshop: https://www.mindfulfire.org/chat
- Leave a voicemail for Adam: https://www.mindfulfire.org/voicemail/
Key Takeaways
- Adam shares his journey of achieving early retirement after years of saving and investing.
- The significance of having "FU money" vs. a clear vision for life after retirement.
- Mindfulness and meditation have been instrumental in Adam's personal and professional growth.
- The value of conducting mini-experiments to explore new career paths and opportunities.
- Adam introduces his coaching program designed to support individuals nearing Financial Independence.
- Emphasis on the importance of community and connection in navigating the journey to financial f
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Carl’s journey to Financial Independence, The impact of mental health on Financial Freedom, The importance of physical fitness, Navigating job stress while pursuing fulfillment, Leveraging mini experiments for life design.
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Adam Coelho speaks with Carl Jensen about his journey to Financial Independence and the lessons learned along the way. Carl shares insights on the importance of mental health, physical fitness, and the challenges of navigating work-life balance while pursuing a fulfilling life. They discuss the significance of mini-experiments in shaping one's life and the reality of leaving high-paying jobs for something more meaningful.
Guest BioCarl Jensen is a Financial Independence advocate, author, and podcaster. He is known for his blog, 1500 Days, where he documents his journey towards financial independence and shares valuable insights on achieving a fulfilling life. Carl is also the host of the podcasts Mile High Fi and Mindy on Money, where he explores topics related to Financial Independence, personal growth, and lifestyle design.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mr. Money Mustache’s blog
- The 4 Percent Rule
- Hoffman Process (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy retreat)
Guest Contact Information
- Carl's Blog: https://www.1500days.com/
- Mile High FI Podcast: https://milehighfi.com/
- Mindy on Money Podcast: https://mindyonmoney.com/
Key Takeaways
- Financial Independence is not just about accumulating wealth; it's about creating a fulfilling life.
- Mental health and physical fitness play crucial roles in achieving overall well-being.
- It's important to start experimenting with life changes before reaching Financial Independence.
- The journey towards Financial Independence should be enjoyable and not solely focused on the end goal.
- Leaving a high-paying job may open doors to new opportunities and personal fulfillment.
- Embracing mini-experiments can help clarify what you truly want in life and guide your path forward.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Financial planning strategies, Importance of social infrastructure in retirement, Personal journey in wealth management, Navigating financial challenges, Key components of a financial plan with Lawrence Sprung Episode SummaryIn this episode, Adam Coelho welcomes Lawrence Sprung, a wealth advisor and best-selling author, to discuss the nuances of financial planning and the importance of having a personal approach to wealth management. They explore how individuals can prepare for unexpected life events while also embracing joyful moments. Lawrence shares insights from his personal journey, highlighting the need for a solid financial plan and social connections as one approaches retirement. Guest BioLawrence Sprung is the founder and wealth advisor at Mitland Financial, as well as the best-selling author of "Financial Planning Made Personal." With over 20 years of experience in the financial profession, Lawrence has dedicated his career to helping families navigate their financial journeys and achieve their goals. Resources & Books Mentioned
- "Financial Planning Made Personal" by Lawrence Sprung
Guest Contact Information
- “Financial Planning Made Personal” Book: https://www.financialplanningmadepersonal.com/
- Mitlin Financial: https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/
- Social media
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawrencesprung
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencesprung/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larry_sprung/
Key Takeaways
- Building a personal financial plan is essential for navigating both challenges and joyful milestones in life.
- The importance of starting early with financial planning to take advantage of compound interest.
- Understanding the mental and social aspects of retirement is just as crucial as the financial components.
- Having a roadmap in financial planning helps define outcomes and prioritize family needs.
- Financial advisors should provide comprehensive services beyond just investment management.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Today's guided meditation is focused on creating space within you life to invest in yourself.
When we slow down, sit down, and turn our attention inward, something powerful happens. It's like a snow globe being set down on a table; our mind and body settle, and we can start to see more clearly what's going on inside.
I hope you enjoy the meditation.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Mindfulness, Mental health, Personal journey, Financial independence, Leadership with Newton Cheng
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Adam Coelho welcomes Newton Cheng to discuss his personal journey through mental health challenges, the importance of mindfulness, and how leadership can intersect with well-being. Newton shares his experiences as a husband, father, and director of health and performance at Google, emphasizing the need for open conversations about mental health in the workplace.
Guest BioNewton Cheng is a director of health and performance at Google and a world champion competitive powerlifter. He is a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being in the workplace, sharing his journey to inspire others to prioritize their health and confront the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Internal Family Systems Therapy
- PACT (Transracial Adoption Organization)
Guest Contact Information
- Newton’s website: https://www.newtoncheng.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/newtoncheng/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newtoncheng/
Key Takeaways
- The importance of being real and vulnerable in conversations about mental health.
- Identifying and acknowledging the different voices and narratives in our minds.
- Strategies for managing anxiety and depression in high-pressure environments.
- The concept of "Q Tip" (Quit Taking It Personally) for better communication with loved ones.
- The role of mindfulness in navigating personal and professional challenges.
- Newton's commitment to sharing his story to help others facing similar struggles.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Loving kindness of the body practice
Are you listening to what your body is telling you?
In this guided meditation, we practice bringing a kind, curious, and loving awareness to our body.
We start by checking in with ourselves to see how we are feeling.
Then, we perform a guided body scan, bringing loving awareness to each part of our body.
Finally, we conclude by bringing loving kindness and compassion to our body, which makes our entire existence possible.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Financial independence, Personal growth, Coaching, Career transitions, Mindfulness with Jeff Jaworski
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, host Adam Coelho sits down with Jeff Jaworski, a former Google employee who has transitioned into a new chapter of life to pursue financial independence and personal passion. They discuss Jeff's journey, the importance of coaching, and the tools of mindfulness that have guided him to craft a life he loves.
Guest BioJeff Jaworski is a tech and digital advertising veteran with over 20 years of experience. After spending 12.5 years at Google in various roles, he has transitioned to start his own business, focusing on skill development and coaching to help others fulfill their purpose.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mindful Fire Website: mindfulfire.org
- Coaching Programs: Hudson and other certifications
Guest Contact Information
- THE Shift: https://www.theshift.llc/
- LinkedIn: Jeff Jaworski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-jaworski/
- LinkedIn, THE Shift: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theshift-llc/
Key Takeaways
- Financial independence is about making purposeful decisions to align your career with your personal passions.
- The journey to financial independence involves stacking experiences and skills to create more options for the future.
- Coaching can be a powerful tool for personal growth and can significantly impact individuals' lives.
- Mindfulness is essential for self-awareness and understanding one's true desires and needs.
- Transitioning careers can be daunting, but leveraging past experiences can provide a solid foundation for new ventures.
- Creating a safe and supportive environment is crucial for effective coaching and personal development.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Feeling stressed or worried about the 2024 US presidential election? You’re not alone.
That’s why I created a special mindfulness and compassion guided meditation practice back during the 2020 election.
I thought it would be good to share again with only 2 weeks from election day.
No matter who you support in this election, Kamala or Trump, blue or red, I made this meditation for you and you’re welcome here. I hope you find it supportive during this stressful time.
Make sure to make a plan to vote and get it done. It's too important to sit out and wish you did more. Go to IWillVote.com to get information on how to register and where to vote.
About the practice:
It starts with a simple mindfulness practice of checking in with yourself and noticing how you’re feeling. Then I invite you to relax into peace and ease with each exhale. Finally I guide you through a simple compassion practice where you’ll practice sending compassion to yourself, people who agree with you, people who don’t and finally all beings.
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think.
Connect with me on LinkedIn and send me a DM.
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🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Financial Independence journey, coping with unexpected life events, the impact of spending awareness, building a new life after loss, RV living experience, with Karen Worthy
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, Adam Coelho welcomes Karen Worthy to share her inspiring journey towards financial independence. Karen discusses how a house fire prompted her family to reevaluate their lives, leading to significant changes in their spending habits and lifestyle choices. She reflects on the importance of awareness in financial decisions and how embracing a minimalist mindset allowed her to pursue her dreams.
Guest Bio
Karen Worthy is a passionate advocate for financial independence and personal development. After experiencing a life-altering event, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and transformation that led her to career transition coaching. Karen helps others navigate their own paths to financial freedom and fulfillment.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mr. Money Mustache Blog
- Frugalwoods Blog
Guest Contact Information
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenworthy/
- Worthy Career Paths: https://www.worthycareerpaths.com/
- Worthy Career Paths, “5 Hour Resume Course”: https://www.worthycareerpaths.com/5-hour-resume, Enter code MINDFUL to access this course for free
- Email: karen@worthcareerpaths.com
Key Takeaways
- A significant life event can serve as a catalyst for positive change and reevaluation of priorities.
- Being aware of spending habits is crucial for achieving financial independence.
- Minimalism can help clarify what truly matters in life and reduce stress.
- Traveling with family can create lasting memories and strengthen bonds.
- Building an emergency fund provides peace of mind during unexpected challenges.
- Career transitions can lead to fulfilling new paths and opportunities for personal growth.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
Join me for this short 10 minute guided meditation on self compassion. We're usually so very hard on ourselves so I hope you'll take this short break to practice a little kindness towards yourself.
🔥 Did you know that only 14% of reorgs are successful?
That means 86% of reorgs fail to achieve their goals. Shocking!
Honestly, after living through 11 reorgs in my last 10 years at Google it kind of makes sense.
I created the Ask What's Possible Workshop to help newly formed teams rebuild trust, create psychological safety, and align around a BIG shared vision in hours, not quarters.
🔥 Want to accelerate your speed-to-alignment?
Book a no-obligation call with me
🔥 What makes this workshop different:
- Executive-level facilitation with a track record at CEO-level forums, including sessions with 27 Google VPs at Sundar's leadership conference
- One VP shared: "Adam was masterful as he guided us through exercises to expand our perspective and ambition on our vision of what we could be and do."
- Neuroscience-backed, mindful conversation practices that get people opening up in the first hour and restore candor and psychological safety
- Converts vision into action with prioritized mini-experiments so leaders see progress within two weeks, not quarters
🔥 What teams walk away with:
- Rebuilt trust and psychological safety
- A...
In this episode: Coaching Yourself Up, Self Awareness, Career Breaks, Financial Independence, Transformational Journey with Mike Normant
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam Coelho welcomes Mike Normant to discuss the transformative journey of coaching oneself and the importance of self-awareness. Mike shares his personal experiences, including his career transition from engineering to human resources and the significant life events that led him to take a career break. The conversation explores the concept of financial independence, overcoming limiting beliefs, and practical strategies for enhancing self-awareness.
Guest Bio
Mike Normant is a leadership trainer and coach with a rich background in engineering and human resources. With over 25 years of corporate experience, he has focused on learning and development, employee onboarding, and coaching individuals to realize their potential through heightened self-awareness. Mike is passionate about helping others navigate their paths and has created training programs and written a book on self-coaching.
Resources & Books Mentioned
• Hudson Coaching Program
• Esalen Workshops
• Byron Katie's Four Questions
Guest Contact Information
Key Takeaways
- Taking a career break can lead to significant personal transformation and self-discovery.
- Financial independence is more about one's relationship with money than a specific monetary figure.
- Self-awareness is crucial for personal growth and can be developed through mindfulness and reflection.
- Limiting beliefs often stem from stories we tell ourselves; challenging these narratives can open new possibilities.
- Coaching oneself up involves recognizing patterns and improving self-observation to enhance personal effectiveness.
- The journey of self-awareness is ongoing and requires conscious effort to identify and change ingrained behaviors.
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
This guided meditation is all about creating space for possibility in the face of challenging situations in your life.
While we all have challenging situations in life, I created this meditation for my 12,000 Google colleagues who were laid off last year and the thousands of other people affected by layoffs in the tech sector since then.
I am grateful to still have my job but so many of my friends do not. These layoffs are a wake up call to all of us - a reminder of why it's so important to be intentional about your life and to build financial resilience to overcome challenging times.
Overview of the practice
- We begin by finding a comfortable and alert position, then taking three deep breaths to notice the breath sensation in our body.
- We are practicing mindfulness and observing our thoughts in a kind and curious way.
- Then we zoom out on our life a bit and bring to mind a challenging situation we are dealing with - a layoff, a divorce, death of a family member or pet.
- We observe this situation with mindfulness, which is simply a kind, curious awareness
- Then we shift to exploring what possibility might exist, however small, in this challenging situation.
I sincerely hope this meditation is useful to you as you process the challenges you face and shift into embracing the possibilities life is presenting to you.
Wishing you all the best on your journey.
Adam
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
In this episode: Early retirement, Financial independence, Personal growth, Questioning societal expectations, Living a purposeful life with Florence Poirel
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam Coelho speaks with Florence Poirel, who shares her journey of achieving early retirement after a decade-long career at Google. Florence discusses her discovery of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, the importance of understanding one's financial situation, and how her personal experiences shaped her perspective on work, money, and life goals.
Guest Bio
Florence Poirel is a former Google employee who retired early to pursue a mini-retirement and explore her passions. With over ten years in the tech industry, she has embraced financial independence and is dedicated to living a fulfilling life outside conventional career paths.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Die With Zero by Bill Perkins
- Build an Extraordinary Life course by the Donegans
- 10x is Easier than 2x by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan
Guest Contract Information
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florencepoirel/
- Email: florencepoirel@gmail.com
Key Takeaways
- Understanding your financial situation is crucial to making informed decisions about retirement.
- The FIRE movement encourages people to rethink their relationship with money and prioritize experiences over accumulating wealth.
- Early retirement can provide the opportunity to explore new passions and relationships.
- Societal expectations often pressure individuals to pursue conventional career paths, but it's essential to define personal goals.
- Living a purposeful life involves aligning financial decisions with one's values and desires.
- The journey to financial independence is personal and can lead to greater fulfillment beyond monetary success.
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
Take a moment to appreciate how far you come in your life with this new guided meditation by Adam Coelho.
So often people race from thing to thing trying mightily to reach their goal...
But once they get there...
They just look immediately past that goal to the next goal
Never stopping
Never fully appreciating:
- How far they've come
- All the things they've learned
- All the things they've overcome
- To be who they are
Right here. Right now
This practice invites us to take in the good and appreciate all the wonderful things we have done and achieved in our life.
Meditation Overview
- We begin by taking a moment to check in with yourself and to observe the sensations of breathing in your body.
- I then encourage you to reflect on your life five years ago and all you've achieved since then
- Then you'll explore something from the last 12 months that you are proud of
- Finally, I remind you that your brain is predictive and that by paying attention to the good things in your life, you will be able to experience more of them
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
In this episode: Corporate success, personal well-being, overcoming challenges, reclaiming time, transformative strategies with Matt Doan
Episode Summary
In this episode, Matt Doan shares his journey from feeling trapped in the corporate world to reclaiming his life and designing a life on his own terms. He discusses the struggles he faced, including personal and professional breakdowns, and the strategies he implemented to regain control of his time and priorities.
Guest Bio
Matt Doan is a transformational coach who specializes in helping individuals escape the corporate cage and live life on their own design. With a background in technology consulting, he uses his personal experiences to guide clients in achieving balance and fulfillment in their professional and personal lives.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey
- "Daring Greatly" by Brené Brown
- "Podcast: Uncage Yourself by Matt Doan || Episode 89: Building Your Corporate Offramp
Guest Contact Information
- Website: https://www.uncageyourself.fm/
Key Takeaways
- The corporate cage is a mental state that can be transformed with the right mindset.
- It’s essential to prioritize personal well-being over corporate expectations.
- Establishing a maintain path can lead to greater job satisfaction and unexpected promotions.
- Understanding the incentive structures of your workplace can help you focus on what truly matters.
- Designing your ideal workday is crucial for balancing personal and professional life.
- Setting clear rules of engagement can help you navigate workplace pressures more effectively.
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
Today’s guided meditation is all about creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself.
Something powerful happens when we slow down, sit down and turn our attention inward.
Like a snow globe being set down on a table, we allow our mind and body to settle and we can start to see more clearly what’s going on inside.
I hope you enjoy.
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
In this episode: Financial independence, Early retirement, Mindset shifts, Lessons learned, Parenting challenges with Maggie Tucker
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, host Adam Coelho welcomes back Maggie Tucker to discuss her journey towards financial independence and early retirement. Maggie shares her experiences and insights gained over two years since leaving her corporate job. The conversation delves into the mindset shifts necessary for embracing a new lifestyle, the challenges of parenting during this transition, and the importance of being patient and kind to oneself throughout the process.
Guest BioMaggie Tucker is a financial independence enthusiast who retired early at the age of 41. Along with her husband, she has embarked on a journey to live a more meaningful and engaged life with her blended family of three daughters. Maggie also hosts the Inside Out Money podcast, where she shares insights on financial independence and personal growth.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith
Guest Contract Information
Email: maggie.tucker@gmail.com
Key Takeaways
- Embracing financial independence can lead to unexpected abundance and opportunities.
- The journey to early retirement involves overcoming fears and adopting a growth mindset.
- It's essential to be patient with oneself as you adjust to a new lifestyle after leaving a corporate job.
- Mindfulness and self-awareness play a crucial role in navigating the transition from work to retirement.
- Parenting during this phase can present unique challenges, but prioritizing family is key.
- Experimenting and pivoting in life allows for continuous growth and adaptation.
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
In this episode: 12 minute guided meditation to find peace, ease and a space of refuge in this moment.
Today’s meditation is a practice of creating space in our lives. We practice cultivating a space of refuge in our busy lives amidst all the challenging and difficult things happening in our world (war, layoffs, the economy, etc).
In this space of refuge we can just leave everything at the door and just be with ourselves in this moment.
We begin this meditation by intentionally leaving everything at the door and we connect with how you are feeling in this moment in your body, mind and heart.
After some time resting in this space of refuge we transition into some loving kindness, compassion practice for ourselves and then extend it out to all beings everywhere.
I hope you enjoy this practice.
Text Adam w/ comments or questions
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- My next 8-week small group coaching program starts in September and space is limited.
The first group SOLD OUT
If you're at or nearing FI and finally ready to start living the next chapter of your life let's chat!
At the end of my 8 Week FIRE Starter small group program you will:
- Have a clear BIG vision for the next chapter of your life
- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
If you're ready to get clear on your BIG vision for your next chapter
Book a no-pressure curiosity call with me....
In this episode: mindfulness, entrepreneurship, financial independence, personal growth with Colm Dolan
Episode Summary
In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, host Adam Coelho sits down with Colin Dolan, a former Googler and the founder of Pub Lift. They discuss Colin's entrepreneurial journey, the intersection of mindfulness and business, and the importance of creating a positive company culture. Colin shares insights on how meditation and mindfulness practices have influenced his life and work, as well as his thoughts on financial independence and self-improvement.
Guest Bio
Colin Dolan is the founder of Pub Lift, an ad tech business that supports online publishers in building sustainable revenue streams. With a background in ad operations and a passion for self-improvement, Colin combines his entrepreneurial spirit with mindfulness practices to create a thriving business environment.
Guest Contract Information
Colin Dolan, [Colin's email/contact info]
Key Takeaways
- Entrepreneurship can be a spiritual journey filled with personal growth and learning.
- Building a structured approach to daily life enhances mindfulness and productivity.
- Creating a positive company culture fosters employee growth and satisfaction.
- Financial independence is not the only goal; making a meaningful impact matters more.
- Self-improvement is a continuous journey that influences both personal and professional life.
- The importance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals to foster growth and motivation.
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- Specific and tangible ways you’ve started living that vision
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Today's meditation explores the question: What is enough?
This is one of the core questions that drove me to create this podcast.
So many of us in the financial independence retire early community are trying to grow our wealth so we can reach some arbitrary number, assuming that once we get there, we will achieve freedom and everything will change.
But the question is, what is enough?
So often, when people reach their desired number, they think they need more or just a little more time, what’s often called "one more year" syndrome.
Today we explore this question of what is enough in a meditation, where we practice allowing each breath to be enough, just as it is.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
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- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
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On today's episode of the podcast I'm joined again by my new friend, Jenny Wood.
Jenny Wood is the founder of Google's Own Your Career program, which helps Google employees increase their impact and influence in their current role and or land their next role.
In just a few months, the program scaled from 153 users to tens of thousands of users across Google's global offices & continues to grow like a rocket ship.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- Jenny’s FLIP model for knowing when it’s time to change jobs
- How Adam might be failing the FLIP test
- Weighing comfort vs being bold on the path to financial independence
- The 3 benefits of getting a new job
- Jenny’s PAVE model for building thought leadership
Connect with Jenny Wood
LinkedIn : Jenny Wood
Website: ItsJennyWood.com
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Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
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9 months into my dream job I get called into my boss' office
He says my team is going away and I have a few months to find a new job or leave Google
30 days before the deadline...👇
I have a grand total of ZERO job offers
This is rock bottom.
If was to survive, something needed to change
My mindset needed to change
At rock bottom, I CHOSE two NEW MINDSETS
- The world is abundant with opportunity.
- I don't worry about doing things right or wrong. I take action, which leads to learning, progress and growth
Everyday, I began to PRACTICE these new mindsets with this simple affirmations practice
- State the new mindset out loud
- Envision in your mind when this was true in the PAST
- Envision in your mind how this is true in the PRESENT
- Envision in your mind how this is will be true in the FUTURE.
Incredible things started to happen:
- Job opportunities came from everywhere
- I took tons of creative action like emailing the CEO of a startup
I ended that 30 days with two job offers:
- one internal at Google
- one external at a startup.
That's right.
Thanks to envisioning, I overcame this challenging situation and Im coming up on 14 years at Google, where I've explored and built skills that led to this podcast and my FIRE Starter small group coaching program.
Here's the thing though:
- It's NOT magic.
- It IS using the power of your predicting brain 🧠
- It IS planting & watering the seeds (ie. affirmations) of the future you want to create 🌱
🧠 Each of us has the power to create our own reality by cultivating our mindset intentionally
🧠 What new mindset are you choosing?
If you'd like to learn more about choosing your own mindset affirmations I suggest you start with my free envisioning exercise (link below).
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Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
Podcast Show Notes In this episode: Early Retirement, FIRE, Financial Independence, Mindfulness, with Guest Maggie Tucker
Episode Summary: In this episode, Adam Coelho interviews Maggie Tucker, who retired early at the age of 41. They discuss Maggie's journey to financial independence and the steps she took to achieve early retirement. The episode is divided into two parts, with this episode focusing on Maggie's experience eight months after retiring.
Guest Bio: Maggie Tucker is a retired corporate professional and a mother of three. After spending 20 years in corporate America, she decided to pursue early retirement and financial independence. Maggie is also the host of the Inside Out Money podcast, where she shares insights on financial independence and personal finance topics.
Resources & Books Mentioned:
• The Simple Path to Wealth by J.L. Collins
Guest Contract Information:
- Maggie Tucker on LinkedIn
- Inside Out Money Podcast
- Instagram (@InsideOutMoney)
Key Takeaways:
- Maggie and her husband achieved early retirement by avoiding lifestyle inflation and spending less than they earned.
- Maggie's journey to early retirement was a slow build, with several years of aggressive saving and investing.
- Maggie emphasizes the importance of tracking expenses and net worth to stay on top of financial goals.
- They maximized their participation in deferred compensation plans and maximized their contributions to 401k accounts.
- Maggie highlights the benefits of open and honest conversations about money, which helped her and her husband make better financial decision.
- The decision to retire early required careful planning and overcoming fears associated with leaving a stable job.
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Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
I’m excited to bring you an all new meditation that helps you explore your BIG vision by visualizing your ideal day.
Your stories create your reality.
The practice of visualization helps you plant seeds of the new stories you want to cultivate in your life.
Are the stories you're telling yourself helping you get where you want to go?
Mindfulness helps you become AWARE of your stories - helpful or unhelpful.
This guided meditation helps you get in touch with the stories you're telling yourself.
I hope you enjoy this guided meditation. - Adam Coelho
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Mindfulness, Financial Independence, Painting Murals, Aligning Money with Values, Living in Integrity with Finances
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam interviews Morgan Bricca, a professional mural artist, about her journey to financial independence and how she aligns her money with her values. Morgan shares her story of saving and investing early in life, and how her passion for painting murals led to a successful career. She emphasizes the importance of living in integrity with your finances and finding joy in the present while working towards financial independence.
Guest Morgan Bricca
• Website: morganmurals.com
Guest Bio
Morgan Bricca is a renowned mural artist who has created beautiful murals, including the one at the Google Community Space in San Francisco. With a background in financial independence and a passion for mindfulness, Morgan combines her artistic talent with her knowledge of personal finance to inspire and empower others.
Resources & Books Mentioned
• "Your Money or Your Life" by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez
• "The Millionaire Mind" by T. Harv Eker
Key Takeaways
- Financial independence is not just about retiring early, but also about aligning your money with your values and finding joy in the present.
- Living in integrity with your finances means being intentional about how you spend your money and aligning it with your values.
- Setting percentage goals can help you allocate your money wisely and prioritize what matters most to you.
- Donating a portion of your income can bring a sense of purpose and fulfillment to your financial journey.
- Mindfulness plays a crucial role in finding joy and abundance in the present moment, even while working towards financial independence.
- Balancing frugality with enjoying life is a personal journey, and it's important to find the right balance that aligns with your values and brings you happiness.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
Today's guided meditation is focused on creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself.
When we slow down, sit down, and turn our attention inward, something powerful happens. It's like a snow globe being set down on a table; our mind and body settle, and we can start to see more clearly what's going on inside.
I hope you enjoy the meditation.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Mindfulness, minimalism, simplicity, the concept of enough, financial independence, entrepreneurship
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam interviews Rose Lounsbury, a minimalist and author, about the concept of enough and the journey towards simplicity. They discuss the challenges of decluttering, the importance of self-compassion, and the ongoing practice of mindfulness. Rose shares her personal journey and insights on finding peace of mind and creating space for what truly matters.
Guest BioRose Lounsbury is a minimalist, author, and speaker who helps people simplify their homes and lives. She is a firm believer in the power of decluttering to create more time, space, and freedom. Rose has written a book on minimalism and has given TEDx talks on the subject. She is dedicated to helping others find simplicity and embrace the concept of enough.
Guest Contact Information
- Rose's free 30 Day Simplicity Challenge
- Website: www.roselounsbury.com
- Instagram: @roselounsbury
- Rose's TEDx Talk
- Rose's Talk at Econome
- Rose's Campaign for Ohio House
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Zen Habits - Blog by Leo Babauta
- The Joy of Less by Francine Jay
Key Takeaways
- Decluttering physical possessions can lead to a greater sense of peace of mind and free time.
- Letting go of the excess things allows for more focus on self-care and personal well-being.
- Mindfulness and simplicity are lifelong practices that require self-awareness and self-compassion.
- The journey to enough involves both external decluttering and internal letting go of patterns and beliefs.
- Recognize that setbacks are part of the journey and practice kindness towards yourself.
- Asking yourself if something is useful or beautiful can guide
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Relaxation in the Present Moment Meditation
This mindfulness exercise invites you to leave everything behind for a moment and revel in the profound simplicity of the here and now.
Our daily lives are filled with tasks, plans, concerns, obligations to family and work, and so much more. The list goes on.
Nonetheless, we have the option to let go of all that has transpired and all that is yet to happen, and merely immerse ourselves in the infinite moment of now, even if it's just for one breath.
That's the essence of this meditation practice. It's an opportunity to relax in the uncomplicated act of being conscious of nothing more than this incoming breath and this exiting breath, just as they are, instant by instant, breath by breath.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Habits, Personal Development, and Building a Successful Business with Cathryn Lavery
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam Coelho interviews Cathryn Lavery, entrepreneur and founder of Best Self Co. They discuss the power of habits, personal development, and the journey of building a successful business. Cathryn shares her story of transitioning from architecture to entrepreneurship, the inspiration behind the Self Journal, and the importance of self-awareness and self-improvement.
Guest Bio
Cathryn Lavery is an entrepreneur and the founder of Best Self Co., a company dedicated to helping individuals achieve their goals and live a fulfilling life. She is known for creating the Self Journal, a structured journal designed to help people set and achieve their goals in a 13-week timeframe. Cathryn's passion for personal development and her commitment to helping others have made her an influential figure in the industry.
Resources & Books Mentioned
• Atomic Habits by James Clear
Guest Contact Information
• Website: bestself.co
• Instagram: @cathrynlavery
• Twitter: @cathrynlavery
Key Takeaways
- Shifting your identity and envisioning the person you want to become can help change your behavior and habits.
- Pay attention to what is and isn't working in your life, and try different approaches to find what works best for you.
- Small tweaks and habits over time can lead to significant personal growth and transformation.
- Focus on being a good example for others, especially for children, as they mirror your actions.
- Habits are investments in your future self, so choose them wisely and align them with your desired identity.
- Self-awareness and self-improvement are essential for personal and professional success.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Starting a Business, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Perfectionism, Finding Purpose, Creativity and Personal Development
Episode Summary: Haley shares her personal journey of starting her own business and the challenges she faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of purpose and self-belief in pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors.
Guest Bio: Haley Hoover is the owner of the Sparkling Hippie, LLC, where she specializes in business coaching for wellness-based businesses. With a background in marketing and PR, Haley combines her passion for creativity and personal development to help her clients achieve their goals.
Guest Contact Information:
• Website: sparklinghippie.com
Key Takeaways:
• Starting a business is a journey that requires commitment and belief in oneself.
• Purpose is crucial in sustaining motivation and overcoming challenges.
• Embracing creativity and intuition can lead to personal and professional growth.
• Perfectionism can hinder progress, and it's important to trust the process and be adaptable.
• Self-awareness and emotional resilience are essential for navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
Guest Name - Key Topics:
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program started May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In This Episode: mindfulness, achieving work-life balance, overcoming perfectionism, prioritizing family, ideal day design, presence, self-awareness, personal growth with Matt Drinkhahn
Episode SummaryIn this episode, host Adam Coelho interviews Matt Drinkhahn, an executive coach and host of the Eternal Optimist Podcast. Matt shares his personal journey of overcoming perfectionism and workaholism, and how it affected his relationships and overall well-being. He emphasizes the importance of asking empowering questions to shift mindset and achieve work-life balance. Matt also discusses the concept of designing an ideal day and the benefits of practicing mindfulness in daily routines.
Guest BioMatt Drinkhahn is a father, executive coach, and host of the Eternal Optimist Podcast. With a background in entrepreneurship, Matt has experienced the challenges of perfectionism and workaholism firsthand. He now helps others overcome these obstacles and achieve success while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Resources & Books Mentioned
• Front Row Dads (frontrowdads.com)
• "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle
• "Atomic Habits" by James Clear
Guest Contact Information
• Email: Matt@proadvisorcoach.com
• Podcast: The Eternal Optimist Podcast
Key Takeaways1. Perfectionism and workaholism can lead to burnout and strained relationships.
2. Asking questions can shift mindset and lead to more empowering actions.
3. Designing an ideal day helps prioritize what is most important.
4. Mindfulness in daily routines can increase presence and inner peace.
5. Achieving work-life balance requires setting boundaries and making intentional choices.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Financial Independence, Living Intentionally and the FI Freedom Retreat in Bali with Amy Minkley
Episode Summary:
On today's episode, Adam Coelho is joined by Amy Minkley, a passionate advocate of financial independence and the host of the Five Freedom Retreat in Bali. They discuss Amy's journey to Asia, her experience with the FIRE movement, and how financial independence opens up a world of possibilities. They also delve into the importance of designing a life with intention and choosing what truly matters.
🔥 Download my One-Page Envisioning Exercise to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you 🔥
Guest Bio:
Amy Minkley is an experienced international school teacher and a firm believer in financial independence. She has been living in Asia since 2001, where she fell in love with the region and its vibrant culture. Amy recently quit her job to live a more intentional and designed life in Bali, where she is also hosting the FI Freedom Retreat.
Books & Resources Mentioned:
- ChooseFI Podcast
- CampFI
- Econome Conference
- The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins
Guest Contact Information:
-Website: FIFreedomRetreats.com
Key Takeaways:
- Financial independence opens up possibilities and choices at every stage of the journey.
- Building financial literacy empowers individuals to make smart financial choices.
- FIRE is not just about early retirement; it's about designing a life based on personal values and priorities.
- Even small s
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.The first groupis SOLD OUT but you can JOIN THE WAITLIST**.
By the end of the 8 week small group program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Money as a Tool, Retirement and Autonomy, Awareness and Choice, Community and Belonging, Coast FI and Slow FI with Diania Merriam
Note from AdamI hope you are well. I know I've been MIA for the last few weeks, without any new episodes.
I've had some incredible things happening in my life, all thanks to envisioning. I can't wait to share them with you and share a resource I'm creating for you to think BIG about your own life and vision, so you can create similar amazing results for yourself. If you'd like to get early access to that, click here and sign up.
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Diania Merriam discusses her journey to financial independence and early retirement. She shares how she discovered the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement and how it transformed her relationship with money.
Diania explains the concept of "Coast FI" and "Slow FI" and how she retired from her corporate career at the age of 33.
She also talks about the importance of clarity and comfort in managing finances and how financial independence allows for greater creativity and time abundance.
Connect with Diania Merriam
- 10% off her FIRE conference, Econome with code “mindful”
- Website: EconomeConference.com
About our guest, Diania:
Diania Merriam is a retired corporate professional and the host of a daily podcast about money. She is passionate about helping others achieve financial independence and creating a life they never want to retire from. Diania is also the founder of The Econome Conference, a gathering for like-minded individuals in the FIRE community.
Key Takeaways:
- Money is a tool, not a goal. It should be used to create time and space in your life.
- Retirement is not about not working, but about separating your finances from your work and having full autonomy over how, when, and where you work.
- Awareness and choice are essential in achieving financial independence. Understand your income, expenses, and the gap between them.
- Community and a sense of belonging are important for overall well-being, especially in the FIRE movement.
- "Coast FI" involves front-loading retire
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode, we will explore a 12-minute guided meditation to find peace, ease, and a sense of refuge in the present moment.
Today's meditation focuses on creating space in our lives. Amidst the challenges and difficulties happening in the world, such as war, layoffs, and economic instability, we will cultivate a space of refuge. This space allows us to leave everything behind and simply be with ourselves.
To begin, we intentionally let go of our worries and concerns, and we tune into our body, mind, and heart to understand how we are feeling in this moment.
After spending some time in this space of refuge, we will transition into a practice of loving-kindness and compassion. We will first direct these qualities towards ourselves and then extend them to all beings in the world.
I hope you find joy in this meditation practice.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Engineering Serendipity with Tony Wilkins
Get my Free Envisioning Guide Here Episode Summary: In this episode, Tony Wilkins joins the Mindful Fire Podcast to discuss the concept of engineering serendipity. They explore the idea of how seemingly chance encounters and events can lead to meaningful connections and opportunities in life. Tony shares his personal journey and experiences with serendipity, highlighting the importance of setting goals while remaining open to unexpected possibilities. They also discuss the concept of "enoughness" and how it relates to financial independence and finding fulfillment in life.
Guest Bio: Tony Wilkins is a self-described neighborhood kid who has achieved escape velocity. Growing up on the south side of Chicago, Tony always had goals in mind and pursued them with determination. Throughout his life, he has experienced numerous instances of serendipity, where failed plans led to even greater opportunities. Tony is now focused on being sustainably impactful, helping others while maintaining his own personal sustainability.
Connect with Tony Wilkins:
- LinkedIn: Tony Wilkins
- Tony Wilkins' TEDx Talk: "Engineering Serendipity”
Resources & Books Mentioned:
- Tony Wilkins' TEDx Talk: "Engineering Serendipity”
Key Takeaways:
- Engineering serendipity involves actively creating opportunities for chance encounters and unexpected connections.
- "Enoughness" is the concept of recognizing when one has reached a point of contentment and sufficiency in various aspects of life.
- Financial independence allows individuals to pursue their passions and make an impact in a sustainable way.
- Aligning personal values, goals, and financial resources is crucial in determining what is enough and finding fulfillment.
- Balancing personal sustainability and helping others is key to leading a fulfilling and impactful life.
- Reflecting on what truly brings joy and engagement can guide individuals towards their highest and best use of time.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
With so much suffering happening all around us it's easy to get overwhelmed by difficult thoughts and emotions.
Unfortunately, mindfulness isn't a magic solution to remove the suffering in the world. But it does offer a different way of relating to the suffering and difficult emotions we are experiencing within ourselves.
Today's guided meditation offers a chance to create some space within ourselves to allow whatever we're feeling to be there and to keep coming back to the simplicity of the breath.
Then we shift to practicing some compassion for ourselves and the millions of people suffering around the world.
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
On today's episode. I'm joined by my friend, Kerri Jacobs. Who's actually a former manager of mine. I'm really excited to have her on the podcast.
Kerri Jacobs has been leading high performing teams at Google in London, New York city, and now the Bay area for over 12 years. Her obsession with empathy and leadership and inclusion in every aspect of life led her to create the program, leading with empathy and to roll it out to leaders at Google.
Kerri is also a member of the 2021 class of Stanford University's CCARE in collaboration with ACA's applied compassion training for architects and ambassadors of applied compassion. A Scot from penny cook. She used to read books, watch films, and see a lot of Broadway shows. But these days, mainly anxiously scrolls, Twitter, and comfort eats.
In her life before business, she taught dance sang in piano bars and wrote a dance and education syllabus for Scottish education curriculum. For primary school teachers. Kerri's facilitation style is not to lecture. She shares horror stories and LOL worthy moments from her own life as a manager, parent, and partner, and keeps it as real as one can, when video conferencing from a garage.
In this episode, Kerri and I explore what empathy is and why it's more important than ever to bring empathy into our interactions with the people we work with. And how really small changes, really just being more thoughtful about how we're interacting with those we work with and those that work for us can make a huge difference and making people feel seen, heard, and cared for. Kerri also shares a number of practices that we can use to create greater empathy and connection with those that we work with.
And she shares how leading with empathy in this way can really not only impact your relationship with that one person, but can also transform your business and the success you're having as a business.
Kerri and I explore how she used to be super skeptical about all of this mindfulness stuff and how she actually came to understand the value of it in her own life when she found herself physically and mentally burnt out from work. How mindfulness really helped her in her recovery and led her to explore and create more meaning in her life and her work through this leading with empathy program.
Now more than ever before the demand is so great for this, she's finding herself being reached out to by people outside of Google, and it started leading trainings outside for other companies and organizations as well.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend, Kerri Jacobs. It was such a treat to be able to have a conversation with a leader that I've actually wo
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
In this episode: Pursuing FIRE mindfully, intentional living, retiring early and living abroad with Tracy Collins.
Tracy Collins joins Adam Coelho on the Mindful Fire Podcast to discuss her journey towards financial independence and her project called Mindful Fire Life.
They explore the concept of pursuing financial independence mindfully and the importance of understanding one's values and goals.
Tracy shares her experience of reaching her work optional number and the power of talking about your vision and goals with others.
Guest Bio:
Tracy Collins is the founder of Mindful FIRE Life, an Instagram channel, YouTube channel, and blog focused on pursuing financial independence with mindfulness. With a background in tech and a passion for travel, Tracy shares her journey to FI and insights to help others create a purposeful and fulfilling life.
Connect with Tracy
- Tracy Collins | LinkedIn
- Mindful Fire Life
- Mindful Fire Life - YouTube
- Mindful FIRE Life (@mindful_fire_life) • Instagram photos and videos
- Tracy Collins – Medium
Key Takeaways:
- Sharing your vision and goals can lead to opportunities and shape your life.
- Financial independence is not just a number, but aligning your life with your values.
- Stepping out of your comfort zone leads to personal growth and new experiences.
- Diverse investments like real estate and stocks contribute to financial independence.
- Mindfulness helps in financial decisions and finding fulfillment.
- Balancing present enjoyment and future planning is key for financial independence.
Resources & Books Mentioned:
- "The 4-Hour Workweek" by Tim Ferriss
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
Whenever you are ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
1. Download my free One-Page Envisioning Exercise **to think BIGGER about your life and what's possible for you.
- If you're at or nearing FI, but feel stuck and unable to move forward to your next chapter, let's chat. My 8-week small group coaching program starts May 17th.
We’ve got a great group coming together and only a couple spots left.**
By the end of the 8 week program, you will:
- Have a clear and exciting vision for the next chapter of your life
- Be able to point to specific and tangible ways you’re already living that vision
If you’re ready to finally start living the next chapter of your life, let's chat.Book a no-pressure curiosity call
On today's episode, I'm joined by my friend Nirav Shah. Nirav is a certified mindfulness meditation teacher, and he started the meditation blog, meditativeman.org. After retiring at the age of 49 from a career in technology.
Nirav is extremely passionate about helping people find the elusive peace within and to that end has recently written and released a book called Shortcut to Serenity.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- How Nirav retired early from his career in technology
- What led Nirav to give up his successful business to retire early
- What Nirav is up to in retirement
- Why generosity and philanthropy are so powerful
- "The Mexican Fisherman Story"
- What is enough?
- Nirav's thoughts on "Generational Wealth"
- The importance of financial literacy
- Second generation financial independence
Connect with Nirav
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Nirav's New Book - Shortcut to Serenity
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Nirav's Website - meditativeman.org
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Nirav's Free Guided Meditations
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Nirav Shah on LinkedIn
Links and Resources
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Episode 35 with JG Larochette of The Mindful LIfe Project
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Choose FI Podcast
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Free Financial Independence 101 Training
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Free Choose FI Pre-k - 12 Financial Literacy Curriculum
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Foodforthoughtdenver.org
Books Mentioned
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The Simple Path to Wealth
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Shortcut to Serenity
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
Download my Free Envisioning Guide
- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
In this episode: Guided affirmations practice to speed up your journey to FI
One way to speed up your journey to financial independence is to train yourself to spot opportunities and to take action when you find them. This could be a new job, reconnecting with an old friend or colleague or trying a side hustle. When your mind is ready to see opportunities, the possibilities are endless.
Today’s guided meditation trains your mind to be ready to see opportunities everywhere and to take action to move your life in the direction you want. I do this practice everyday and it’s impact on my life cannot be overstated. During a time when I was at one of the lowest points in my adult life this practice helped me train my mind to be ready to see opportunity and to take action to move my life forward. I’ll share more about the full story of that in the near future.
Today’s meditation is an affirmations practice, which I think of as practicing the thoughts & beliefs that I want to embody in my life. This type of practice can be used to practice any thoughts or beliefs we want to show up with in our lives, as we did in another affirmations practice I shared previously.
In this particular meditation we will focus on practicing the thoughts:
- The world is abundant with opportunity. My life and work are abundant with opportunity.
- I take action in my life, which leads to learning progress and growth.
This practice takes advantage of the fact that our brains are predictive. Our brains are constantly predicting what is most likely to happen and setting in motion the thoughts, perceptions, emotions and even physiological responses for what is expected.
I like to think of it this way...We’re telling ourselves stories about how our life is going to be and then acting out those stories. The good news is that we can use this feature of our brain to be intentional about the stories we tell ourselves and put our predicting brain to work for us.
I hope you enjoy this powerful practice. I plan to share more content around the idea of putting your predicting brain to work for you as you pursue financial independence. Subscribe to our email list to be notified when this becomes available.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
Download my Free Envisioning Guide
- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
In this episode: Investing in Yourself, Mental Wealth, Entrepreneurship, Self-Compassion, Self-Awareness with Rich Jones
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Adam interviews Rich Jones, a health and performance coach, speaker, and masters track and field athlete. Rich shares his journey of how he invested in himself and made the decision to quit alcohol, work with a leadership coach, and take a mental health leave from work. He also talks about the importance of mental wealth and how it's more important than financial wealth. Adam and Rich discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of self-compassion and self-awareness in the pursuit of personal growth and development.
Guest BioRich Jones is a health and performance coach, speaker, and masters track and field athlete. He is also a diversity, equity, and inclusion specialist at Google. Rich is the host of the Mental Wealth Show, a podcast that explores the intersection of mental health and personal finance.
Connect with Rich Jones
- Rich’s Coaching : Find More Balance
- Rich’s Podcast: The Mental Wealth Show
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richrunstrack/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/richrunstrack
Key Takeaways
- Journey of healing and self-awareness being lifelong practices
- Is Mental wealth more important than financial wealth?
- Importance of self-compassion and patience in pursuing goals
- The importance of self-awareness and being kind to yourself
- Need to have a general idea of where you're going when investing in yourself
- The importance of having a strategy and knowing your values when investing in yourself.
- Consistency and sustained effort over time are what get results.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Search Inside Yourself by Chade-Meng Tan
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- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
Download my Free Envisioning Guide
- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
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- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
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- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
In this episode: Achieving FIRE, Living a life of adventure with Deb & Chris from Go Bucket Yourself
Episode SummaryDeb and Chris join Adam to discuss their journey to financial independence, their experience with house hacking, and their transition to a nomadic lifestyle. They share practical tips for budgeting, saving money, and building wealth.
Guest BioDeb and Chris are a couple who achieved financial independence in their 30s. They document their journey and offer financial advice through their blog, Go Bucket Yourself.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Go Bucket Yourself: Website
- Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki: Amazon
- The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins: Amazon
Guest Contact Info
- Go Bucket Yourself: Website
- Twitter: @gobucketyourself
- Instagram: @gobucketyourself
Key Takeaways
- House hacking can be a great way to reduce housing expenses and build wealth.
- Setting and sticking to a budget is crucial for achieving financial independence.
- Avoid lifestyle inflation by keeping expenses low and investing the difference.
- Focus on increasing income streams, not just cutting expenses.
- Don't be afraid to take calculated risks to build wealth.
- Financial independence is a journey, not a destination.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
Steal my Free Envisioning Guide
- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
Join me for this short 10 minute guided meditation on self compassion. We're usually so very hard on ourselves so I hope you'll take this short break to practice a little kindness towards yourself.
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- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
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- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
In this episode: mindfulness and money, building a startup and getting acquired, awareness and choice with money, identifying personal values, and the Mindful Money Practice app.
Episode Summary:
Paul Montoy-Wilson, co-founder of the Mindful Money Practice app, joins Adam Coelho on the Mindful Fire podcast. They discuss the intersection of mindfulness and money, the process of building a startup and getting acquired, and how the Mindful Money Practice app facilitates awareness and choice with money.
Guest Bio:
Paul Montoy-Wilson has a background in electrical engineering and computer science and was a product manager for the Google Play app store on Android.
He co-founded the Allo, the mindful money app, which helps users become more aware of their personal values and emotions surrounding money.
Resources & Books Mentioned:
- Allo, the Mindful Money Practice (3 months free with code “mindful”)
Key Takeaways:
- Mindfulness can help bring kind and curious awareness to our finances, allowing us to make better decisions.
- Being frugal can be helpful for taking risks and starting a startup.
- The Mindful Money Practice app helps users become more aware of their personal values and emotions surrounding money.
- The app prompts users to evaluate their priorities and make changes accordingly.
- Gratitude and awareness of negative emotions can help with making better financial decisions.
- Mindfulness and curiosity can help with reframing negative money mindsets.
Try Allo, the mindful money app
- Paul generously offered the Mindful FIRE community 3 months Allo for free
- Get the coupon at Allo.finance/promo/mindful
Connect with Paul
- Paul Montoy-Wilson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmw/
- Email : paul@allo.finance
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
Steal my Free Envisioning Guide
- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
In this episode : Guided meditation to help you drop into this moment.
Often our busy minds feel like the choppy waves of the ocean during a storm. But even during a storm, if you drop below the surface just 10-15 feet, the water is calmer and quieter.
I like to think of meditation as a practice of dropping in, dropping below the busy and tumultuous waves of my mind, into the calmer, quieter peace of this moment.
That's what this practice is all about. I share simple guidance to help you drop into this moment, so you can enjoy the simplicity, peace and ease that exists below the surface.
We finish up with some gratitude and drop into the feeling of gratitude in our bodies.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 2 ways I can help you:
- Finally answer "What do I actually want?" and start living your best life now
Steal my Free Envisioning Guide
- Connect with me LinkedIn where I post about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence. My DMs are open.
In this episode: Psychological Flexibility, Resilience, High Performance Psychology, Crafting a Life You Love
Episode Summary: On today’s episode, we’re joined by my new friend, Dr. Adam O’Neil PHD. Adam is a clinical and high performance psychologist who works with high performers like olympic athletes, musicians and business executives who need to perform when it really counts. In this episode we explore how we can cultivate resilience and psychological flexibility in our lives to overcome challenges that arise as we pursue FI and creating a life we love.
Guest Bio: Dr. Adam O'Neil (he, him) is a clinical and high performance psychologist, an entrepreneur, and an adjunct faculty member at the University of Denver. For more than a decade, Adam has used mindfulness and acceptance based skills and practices to help people pursue excellence in their lives, such as athletes, stage performers, Googlers (and other tech geniuses!), parents, and teachers. He is the co-founder of the Boulder, CO based private practice, Atlas Psychology (www.atlaspsychologyboulder.com), and as a clinical health service provider, Adam spends much of his time conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations and counseling with children, teens and adults.
Resources & Books Mentioned:
- "Envisioning Guide" - Download for free at mindfulfire.org/start
- Soul of Money - Lynne Twist
- Love Money, Money Loves You - Sarah McCrum
Connect with Adam O’Neil
- LinkedIn: Adam O’Neil on LinkedIn
- Website: AtlasPsychologyBoulder.com
Key Takeaways:
- Mindfulness can help you become aware of your own patterns that may not be helpful or productive for yourself or those around you.
- Psychological flexibility is crucial for high performers to navigate challenges and explore new possibilities.
- Growth opportunities can be found in various areas of life, and embracing them leads to personal and professional development.
- Building curiosity and awareness can open doors to new perspectives and possibilities.
I hope you enjoy to
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In this episode: Looking at life as a practice, sales to engineering, envisioning, deliberate practice, music with Dan Arwady
I'm excited to re-share with you all my episode with my good friend, Dan Arwady, on this episode The Mindful FIRE Podcast. The episode originally aired a few years back and Dan shares a lot of wisdom about practice that you can apply to your own pursuits.
I’m excited to introduce it to our new and growing audience. If you enjoy the show, please share the episodes with a friend. It helps me grow the show and I really appreciate it.
In this episode, we talked about Dan's journey of growth and learning in both his personal and professional life. As a talented musician and engineer, Dan shared his insights on deliberate practice and how he continually improves his skills, even with a busy schedule.
We also dove into his career at Google, where he made a switch from sales to engineering and is currently pursuing a second Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Computer Science. Throughout the episode, Dan shared valuable wisdom and insight, and the conversation felt like two old friends catching up.
About Dan Arwady
Dan Arwady is an operations engineer at YouTube Music and a musician. He has been working in the music business for about four to five years. He is also a session drummer and records drum tracks for people. On the side, he is back in school to get a bachelor's in computer science and for engineering.
Connect with Dan Arwady
- Spotify: Dan’s New Album “We All Start Out As Strangers”
- LinkedIn: Dan Arwady on LinkedIn
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Mindful FIRE Envisioning Guide: https://mindfulfire.org/start
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Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to finally answer "What do I actually want?"
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Only 3 Slots Left For 2023 : Invest in a 1:1 vision coaching call with me
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Figure out your next move
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Make it happen with envisioning practices
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Connect with me LinkedIn where I post every weekday at 8:20 am ET about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence.
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Book a Team Envisioning Workshop : Unlock your team's potential by aligning on a shared vision and helping people see how they fit into making that vision a reality and how it helps them move towards their own personal vision.
In this episode: resting in this moment meditation
This guided meditation practice invites you to set everything aside for a little while and rest in the incredible simplicity of this moment.
We all have so much going on in our lives: things to do, things to plan, things we’re worried about, kids and family to take care of, jobs to do, etc. The list is endless.
However, we can choose to set aside everything that has come before and everything that is yet to come and just drop into this timeless moment of now, if only for one breath.
That’s what we’re practicing with this guided meditation. It’s an invitation to rest in the simplicity of having nothing to do besides being aware of just this in-breath and just this out-breath, exactly as they are, moment by moment and breath by breath.
I hope you enjoy this mediation.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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Connect with me LinkedIn where I post every weekday at 8:20 am ET about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence.
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Book a Team Envisioning Workshop : Unlock your team's potential by aligning on a shared vision and helping people see how they fit into making that vision a reality and how it helps them move towards their own personal vision.
In this episode: Envisioning, Manifesting, Moving From Italy to NYC, & Being a Modern Witch with Nadia Carta
Nadia Carta shares her journey of becoming a corporate executive and embracing her calling as a modern witch. She talks about the powers she possesses in connecting with people and inspiring them to achieve their goals. Nadia also discusses the importance of envisioning and manifesting, and the role it has played in her life.
Guest BioNadia Carta is a corporate executive at Google, executive life coach, and “modern witch” helping people reconnect of what's important to them. Nadia is a Virgo who is very self-critical and has always had a lasting impact on people. She defines herself as a modern witch, all about kindling and energizing others.
Connect with Nadia Carta
- Website: NadiaCarta.com
- LinkedIn: Nadia Carta
- Email: nadia.carta@gmail.com
Books and Resources Mentioned
- "Into the Magic Shop" by Dr. James Doty
- Love Money, Money Loves You by Sarah McCrum
- "Happy Money" by Ken Honda
- Broad City (TV show)
- Woodward (Sports Camp)
Key Takeaways
- Nadia's move to New York was a revelation that gave her the opportunity to embrace her powers and be herself without fear of judgment.
- Envisioning and manifesting involve aligning priorities, allocating time, and building around what you want.
- Even when things don't happen the way you envision them, everything happens for a reason.
- Having someone to keep you accountable in getting ready for an experience can help you achieve the outcome you envision.
- Women, especially, have the power to create and make miracles, and reconnecting with that power can be a life-changing revelation.
- It's important to identify what you want and build the work around it, including talking to people, protecting your energy, and taking action.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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Connect with me LinkedIn where I post every weekday at 8:20 am ET about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence.
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Book a Team Envisioning Workshop : Unlock your team's potential by aligning on a shared vision and helping people see how they fit into making that vision a reality and how it helps them move towards their own personal vision.
In this episode : Grounding meditation
"Imagine that your body and even your mind are rooted, grounded, planted here in this spot while the crazy world just keeps on spinning." - Adam CoelhoThis quote captures the essence of today’s grounding meditation practice.
In today's world, it often feels like we're caught in a strong storm, being blown in many different directions, making it hard to maintain our balance and stability. Mindfulness helps us regain our stability by grounding us in the timeless moment of now.
This practice invites you to let go of everything happening outside, in the world, and instead to focus on grounding in this moment, right now, like a tree with deep roots that can withstand the winds of the storm.
I hope you enjoyed this meditation.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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Connect with me LinkedIn where I post every weekday at 8:20 am ET about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence.
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In this episode: Final month of my sabbatical, reflecting on Rest, Play, Connect, Mindfulness, Personal Finance with David Moltz
In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, Adam Coelho discusses his recent sabbatical and the lessons he learned about rest, play, and connect. He also talks about the power of envisioning and how it helped him achieve his goals during the sabbatical. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on social media consumption and returning to work with a fresh perspective.
Key Takeaways
- Having a simple intention, such as rest, play, and connect, can be helpful in guiding activities during a sabbatical.
- It's important to regularly practice meditation and mindfulness to improve mood and interactions with others.
- The primary reason for doing a podcast can be to connect with others.
- Personal finance during a sabbatical can be similar to personal finance while working full-time, but it's important to be mindful of spending habits.
- Hiring an editor can help with the cumbersome task of podcast editing and post-production.
- Having a gratitude practice, such as writing down three things to be grateful for each day, can improve mood and overall well-being.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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Connect with me LinkedIn where I post every weekday at 8:20 am ET about crafting a life you love & making work optional using mindfulness, envisioning & financial independence.
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On today’s episode I share an update 2 months into my 3 month sabbatical.
During the time I chose a theme of “rest, play, and connection”.
I relaxed, watched comedy on Netflix, went for walks in nature, did a pushup challenge, and played pickleball with my wife.
I also had opportunity to realize one of my biggest dreams, which I had been envisioning. I create the opportunity to teach my first paid Envisioning Workshop at a Camp Woodward, which I attended as a teen and always wanted to return to.
Guest Bio
Adam Coelho is the host of the Mindful Fire Podcast, which explores the tools of mindfulness, envisioning, and financial independence to help listeners craft a life they love. He is also a mindfulness teacher and leadership coach at Google.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Inner MBA program
- Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson
Connect with Adam
- LinkedIn : Adam Coelho’s LinkedIn
- Website: mindfulfire.org
- Twitter: @AdamCoelho
- Instagram: @themindfulfirepodcast
Key Takeaways
- Adam spent his sabbatical resting, playing, and connecting with others.
- He set specific guidelines for rest and play to prioritize those activities.
- One of the biggest challenges was letting go of the energy of wanting to constantly do things.
- Adam had the opportunity to teach mindfulness at a camp he attended as a child during his sabbatical.
- He treated his sabbatical as a mini-retirement and felt like he could do it for a long time.
- Adam learned the importance of setting parameters around rest and play to make those activities a priority.
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In this episode: Simple awareness and gratitude practice
Welcome to this week's guided meditation practice! For this session, we will be practicing a simple mindful awareness exercise. In this shorter version, we will focus on bringing a kind and curious awareness to our breathing experience, moment by moment and breath by breath.
To wrap up our practice, we will take a moment to consider someone or something in our lives that we are extremely grateful for. Then, we will take the time to rest in a kind and curious awareness of the feeling of gratitude.
I truly hope you enjoy this simple but powerful practice. Thank you for joining me today!
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In this episode: mindfulness, taking time off work, managing expectations, self-limiting beliefs, lessons learned from sabbaticals, and rest with Julia LI
I'm taking three months off work and recently talked to Julia Li about my plans for this time off.
She's had experience taking a sabbatical and gave me some great insights and advice on how to make the most of this time and manage my expectations.
We talked about common self-limiting beliefs and guilt around taking time off and how to overcome them.
Julia also shared how lessons from her sabbatical continued to reveal themselves even after the time off had ended.
Guest BioJulia and I are good friends who have known each other for a while. Julia has been a guest on my Mindful Fire Podcast four times now, where we've covered topics like taking sabbaticals and pivoting from tech to sustainability.
In our latest episode, we discuss my upcoming three months off work and Julia shares her insights and advice from her own experiences taking time off. It's amazing to have such a supportive friend to talk to about this. I'm excited to see what comes from this break!
Key Takeaways
- Acknowledge that time off is finite and get curious with thoughts and feelings around it.
- Rest is important and it's okay to take breaks without judgment.
- Lessons from sabbaticals continue to reveal themselves even after the time off has ended.
- Guilt and self-limiting beliefs around taking time off are common and can be overcome.
- Manage expectations and don't put pressure on yourself to use the time off in a specific way.
- The quality of experience during time off is based on being present in each moment, not on the quantity of time.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
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In this episode: Envisioning 3 months off work, Mindfulness, Burnout, Learning to Rest & more - Adam Interviewed by David Moltz
Today, I’m kicking off something a bit different. Last year, around this time, I took a three-month break from work and decided to chronicle my experience by recording an episode before, during, and after. I invited my friends, Julia Li and David Moltz, to interview me at different points throughout the journey.
In this four-part series, you’ll hear what’s going on in my head and in my life before, during and towards the end of this 3 months off of work.
On today’s episode, I’m interviewed by one of my best friends, David Moltz about how I came to realize I needed the time off, how I overcame fear to ask for it and how I’m thinking about making the most of this 3 months off.
Note: The audio is slightly wonky in this episode. My microphone had an issue and I got help to fix it as best I could. Thanks for understanding.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- 3 Part Series with Julia LI
- 54 : Leaving Google For a Career In Sustainability and a 3 Month Break (Before)
- 56 : Leaving Google, Learning How to Rest and Clarifying Her Vision
- 59 : Finding Her Dream Job In Sustainability & An Entirely New Relationship With Money (Part 3)
Key Takeaways
- Mindfulness can help develop self-awareness to prevent burnout
- Asking for extended time off can be difficult, but it's important to prioritize personal wellbeing
- Taking a longer break, such as a sabbatical, can provide the necessary space and time to recharge and prevent burnout
- Broaching the subject of extended time off with a manager can be easier if there is an existing good relationship and open communication
- The importance of rest and how it doesn’t come naturally for me
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
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In this episode: Envision your ideal future in vivid detail with a surprise ending.
In today's guided meditation session, we will delve into the art of envisioning the life of our dreams.
This practice involves mindfulness, which is the state of being fully present in the moment without any judgment. By being mindful, we allow ourselves to experience the present moment without getting caught up in worries about the past or future.
Once we have achieved a calm state of mind, we will proceed to visualize the life we want. We will imagine ourselves living out our ideal life, feeling as if it is already a reality. We will focus on the details of this life, including the sights, sounds, and feelings.
But that is not all. After we have fully immersed ourselves in this visualization, we will shift our attention in a way that may surprise you.
I hope you enjoy this guided meditation.
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In this episode: Lifestyle Design, Mindfulness, Financial Independence, Entrepreneurship, Location Independence with Jess from The Fioneers.
Jess from The Fioneers shares her journey to financial independence and how she shifted her focus to mindful living. She discusses the importance of understanding your needs and crafting a life that aligns with your values rather than sprinting towards the finish line. Jess also shares practical tips for lifestyle design and how to create three distinct life paths to explore different possibilities.
Guest Bio
Jess from The Fioneers is a financial independence and lifestyle design blogger who encourages mindful and intentional living. She is an entrepreneur, speaker, and coach who helps people create a life they love today rather than waiting for FI.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Jess' Upcoming Slow FI Retreat
- "Designing Your Life" by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans
Connect with Jess
- Website: TheFioneers.com
- Retreat : Slow FI Retreat 9/28-10/1
- Twitter: @thefioneers
- Instagram: @thefioneers
Key Takeaways
- Lifestyle design requires introspection, idea generation, and experimentation.
- Create three life paths to explore different possibilities and force curiosity.
- Adopt an improv mindset of "yes and" to generate ideas without criticizing.
- Mindfulness is about being kind, curious, and open to whatever arises.
- Reflect on your ideal day/week/month/year and peak experiences to understand your passions.
- Track your activities and rank them to make shifts and understand what you enjoy.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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In this episode: Loving kindness of the body practice
Are you listening to what your body is telling you?
In this guided meditation, we practice bringing a kind, curious, and loving awareness to our body.
We start by checking in with ourselves to see how we are feeling.
Then, we perform a guided body scan, bringing loving awareness to each part of our body.
Finally, we conclude by bringing loving kindness and compassion to our body, which makes our entire existence possible.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
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In this episode: mindfulness and compassion, overcoming anxiety and depression, cultivating compassion, finding meaning and purpose, and writing and creativity with Claire E. Parsons.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by my new friend, Claire E. Parsons, a mindfulness and compassion teacher, lawyer, writer and author of “How to Be a Badass Lawyer”.
Claire shared her struggles with anxiety and depression and how meditation helped her overcome these challenges. She emphasized the importance of compassion in mindfulness practice and how it can help us cope with suffering and stress.
Claire also talked about how cultivating compassion can help us find meaning and purpose in our lives, especially for those in the legal profession. It was a great conversation and I learned so much from her.
Guest BioClaire E. Parsons is a lawyer, mindfulness and compassion teacher, and writer. She is the author of "How to Be a Badass Lawyer" and runs the Brilliant Legal Mind blog.
Connect with Claire E. Parsons
- Website: https://www.brilliantlegalmind.com/
- Claire’s Book: “How to Be a Badass Lawyer”
Resources & Books Mentioned
- "How to Be a Badass Lawyer" by Claire E. Parsons
- "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brené Brown
- "Self-Compassion" by Kristin Neff
- "Search Inside Yourself" by Chade Meng Tan
- Loving Kindness (Metta) meditation
Key Takeaways
- Mindfulness and compassion go hand in hand. You cannot have true awareness without some level of compassion.
- Compassion is the ability to be present with suffering and stay willing to help without taking on the suffering.
- Lawyers often overemphasize service to others and underemphasize what they want to do and what they want in their lives.
- Cultivating compassion can help lawyers find meaning and purpose in their lives.
- Compassion and mindfulness practices can help individuals cope with suffering and stress and improve their overall well-being.
- Writing and creativity can be helpful tools for lawyers to find meaning and purpose in their lives.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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In this episode: Body scan meditation to experience impermanence.
Impermanence - the fact of life that everything is constantly changing and nothing stays the same for long - can be best observed and experienced within our own body.
During my 10 day silent Vipassana meditation retreat in Northern California, I truly experienced the impermanence of life.
The practice of body scan meditation, where we were aware of each part of the body from head to toe for 10 hours per day, made it clear that even something that seems fixed, say a pain in my shoulder, is actually changing and moving continuously.
Impermanence is all around us, and it was mirrored by the mountain scene I walked past each day, which was different every time.
I invite you to experience the ever changing nature of your body and life through this guided body scan meditation.
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In this episode: The mindful money method, overcoming a scarcity mindset, using bridge thoughts, envisioning our future selves, living debt-free, and the power generosity on the journey to FI with Liz Carroll, the mindful money coach.
On today’s episode,I am joined by my new friend, Liz Carroll, who shared her journey towards financial independence. Liz was inspired to become financially independent after reading Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey, when she was 30 and working for AT&T. Her plan to become financially independent within 20 years included college educating their children and creating enough passive income.
Liz introduced us to the Mindful Money Method, which is all about awareness, clarity, and vision to create a spending plan that aligns with our values and desires. She also talked about overcoming scarcity mindset and the importance of envisioning our future selves.
Guest Bio
Liz Carroll is a mindful financial coach and founder of The Mindful Money Method. She is passionate about empowering women to take control of their finances and achieve financial independence. She has helped countless women realize their financial goals through her Mindful Money Method, which focuses on awareness, clarity, and vision to create a plan that aligns with their values and desires.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey
Connect with Liz Carroll
- Website: https://www.mindfulmoneymethod.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/money-coach
- Instagram: @mindfulmoneycoaches
Key Takeaways
- The Mindful Money Method is all about awareness, clarity, and vision to create a spending plan, a safety net, and aligning our finances with our values and desires.
- Overcoming scarcity mindset is key to achieving financial independence. Liz recommends completing sentences like "Rich people are..." to uncover hidden beliefs and emotions around money.
- Envisioning our future selves can help us make better financial decisions in the present.
- Being debt-free allows us to be more present and make decisions for our future selves.
- Generosity can be a powerful motivator for achieving F
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Today's guided meditation is focused on creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself.
When we slow down, sit down, and turn our attention inward, something powerful happens.
It's like a snow globe being set down on a table; our mind and body settle, and we can start to see more clearly what's going on inside.
I hope you enjoy the meditation.
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In this episode: Teaching Kids Financial Independence, Allowance, Rob’s road to FI and more.
In this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, Rob Phelan, a high school math and personal finance teacher, shares his passion for teaching about money and raising a financially responsible generation. He discusses his own journey into personal finance and how to equip children with better decision-making skills for their future. He also emphasizes the importance of personal finance and the role of teachers in educating students.
Guest Bio
Rob Phelan is a high school math and personal finance teacher living in Maryland. He is also a certified financial education instructor and very passionate about helping kids, teachers, and parents learn about money and become financially responsible. He has written a children's book called "M is for Money" and runs his own business called "The Simple Startup" where he teaches 10 to 18-year-olds how to start their own businesses.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- M for Money : Rob’s Children’s Book
- The Simple Startup by Rob Phelan
Rob Phelan’s Contact Information
- Websites:
- SimpleStartup.com
- MisforMoneybook.com
- Instagram : @FIeducator
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robphelan/
Key Takeaways
- It's crucial to start building positive money habits and mindsets in young children since the majority of our money habits are set by age nine.
- Parents and educators spend the most time with children, making it important to educate them about personal finance. This will equip children to make better decisions in the future.
- Understanding personal finance and money management is essential for achieving financial independence, which gives you more options and control over your future.
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- Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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In this episode: 12 minute guided meditation to find peace, ease and a space of refuge in this moment.
Today’s meditation is a practice of creating space in our lives. We practice cultivating a space of refuge in our busy lives amidst all the challenging and difficult things happening in our world (war, layoffs, the economy, etc).
In this space of refuge we can just leave everything at the door and just be with ourselves in this moment.
We begin this meditation by intentionally leaving everything at the door and we connect with how you are feeling in this moment in your body, mind and heart.
After some time resting in this space of refuge we transition into some loving kindness, compassion practice for ourselves and then extend it out to all beings everywhere.
I hope you enjoy this practice.
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In this episode: "Trying Life On", 5 Freedom Principles, Purposeful Work, & more with Maurice Philogene.
Adam Coelho talks to Maurice Philogene, a former senior executive at an IT consulting firm and a retired federal agent, who is now a full-time real estate investor. They discuss Maurice's philosophy of "trying life on" and how he has been able to mesh together his different interests and careers. They also talk about the importance of envisioning, reducing big dreams into achievable goals, and building a personal and work blueprint.
Episode Takeaways
- Maurice's philosophy of "trying life on" involves meshing together different interests and careers to build a lifestyle you don't need a vacation from.
- Maurice reduces big dreams into achievable goals by having people write down their perfect day in vivid detail and building a personal and work blueprint around it.
- Maurice encourages people to build meaningful relationships and intentionally make decisions related to time, financial, and geographic freedom.
- Maurice believes that adults forget to dream and that we need to remember our purpose of plugging into life planet as intended.
- Maurice believes that if we really want to do something, we will find a way to make it happen.
- Maurice encourages people to be unapologetic in their pursuit of a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Maurice’s Contact Information
- Maurice Philogene on LinkedIn
- Quattro Capital : https://www.thequattroway.com/
Maurice Philogene Bio
Maurice Philogene is a former senior executive at an IT consulting firm, a retired federal agent and lieutenant colonel, and a full-time real estate investor. He is also a former street cop in Washington DC. Maurice's philosophy is to "try life on" and he has been able to mesh together his different interests and careers to build a lifestyle he doesn't need a vacation from.
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Today's meditation explores the question: What is enough?
This is one of the core questions that drove me to create this podcast.
So many of us in the financial independence retire early community are trying to grow our wealth so we can reach some arbitrary number, assuming that once we get there, we will achieve freedom and everything will change.
But the question is, what is enough?
So often, when people reach their desired number, they think they need more or just a little more time, what’s often called "one more year" syndrome.
Today we explore this question of what is enough in a meditation, where we practice allowing each breath to be enough, just as it is.
I hope you enjoy this meditation.
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Derk de Korver joins The Mindful Fire podcast to share his journey to becoming a professional Ironman Triathlete, reaching the World Championships several times.
He recalls his time in Dublin, where he and Adam Coelho, the host, bonded over side hustling and partying.
Derk talks about his transformation to becoming a healthier person, and how his goals shifted from just wanting to finish his first marathon, to wanting to qualify for Kona, and eventually winning his age group overall.
He also shares his decision to stop racing professionally and focus on his family and business.
Guest Bio
Derk de Korver was born in the Netherlands and moved around a lot in his youth due to his dad's work. He went to college in the Netherlands, and started working for Cargill, trading orange juice concentrate.
He moved to Dublin to work for Google and discovered a new part of himself -- training for a marathon. He eventually signed up for his first Ironman, and after three years of training, he qualified for Kona, the world championships.
He has done it four times and finished 8th overall and 4th in his age group in 2019. He has also won several Ironman races overall. He recently decided to stop racing professionally and focus on his family and business.
Guest Contact Information
- LinkedIn: Derk de Korver
Key Takeaways
- Derk de Korver is an entrepreneur, triathlete and Google employee.
- I met Derk in 2012 when we worked on the same global team at Google's Dublin office.
- Derk started his journey to achieve his goals by signing up for a marathon.
- He trained for an Ironman event and stopped drinking for the year because of his focus.
- After three years of Ironman, Derk managed to qualify for the Ironman World Championships In Kona, Hawaii.
- He achieved multiple successes in Ironman races and placed 8th overall in the world at Kona and 4th in his age group in his last race in Kona.
- Inspired by his success, Derk decided to go pro, and raced professionally for the next two years.
🔥 Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you:
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Take a moment to appreciate how far you come in your life with this new guided meditation by Adam Coelho.
So often people race from thing to thing trying mightily to reach their goal...
But once they get there...
They just look immediately past that goal to the next goal
Never stopping
Never fully appreciating:
- How far they've come
- All the things they've learned
- All the things they've overcome
To be who they are
Right here. Right now
This practice invites us to take in the good and appreciate all the wonderful things we have done and achieved in our life.
Meditation Overview
- We begin by taking a moment to check in with yourself and to observe the sensations of breathing in your body.
- I then encourage you to reflect on your life five years ago and all you've achieved since then
- Then you'll explore something from the last 12 months that you are proud of
- Finally, I remind you that your brain is predictive and that by paying attention to the good things in your life, you will be able to experience more of them.
I hope you enjoy this guided meditation which was inspired by my podcast conversation with my friend Nirav Shah on episode 64.
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“I'm not leaving Google, I'm actually joining another company and in order to join the other company, I've got to move” - Jeena James
In this episode of The Mindful Fire Podcast, Adam Coelho interviews Jeena James. Jeena shares her incredible journey of growing up in India, working at Google for 13 and a half years, and then transitioning to a startup environment. She talks about the challenges of making the transition and why she felt the need to push beyond her comfort zone. Jeena also offers a unique insight into her current role at Catchpoint and how she is helping to shape the digital experience monitoring and observability platform.
Guest Contact Information
- Jeena James on LinkedIn.
- Jeena's Instragram
Guest Bio
Up until recently, Jeena James was the head of the WebPageTest business unit at Catchpoint, a digital experience monitoring and observability platform. She has an economics degree from India and started her career at Google, where she worked for 13 and a half years. Jeena is based in the Bay Area and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
Key Takeaways
- She started her career with Google in India, where she worked for 13.5 years.
- She experienced working with customers and users of Google products from various angles, from advertisers to publishers to app developers.
- She realized that in order to get to the next opportunity, she had to leave Google
- In 2019, Jeena decided to move to a startup environment and joined Catchpoint as the head of the business unit
- Jeena shares her experience and learnings from working in a few different statups
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Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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gain even more clarity on your vision
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learn why envisioning works
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learn simple practices to move towards your vision
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This guided meditation is all about creating space for possibility in the face of challenging situations in your life.
While we all have challenging situations in life, I created this meditation for my 12,000 Google colleagues who were laid off last Friday and the thousands of other people affected by layoffs in the tech sector.
I am grateful to still have my job but so many of my friends do not. Friday was a wake up call - a reminder of why it's so important to be intentional about your life and to build financial resilience to overcome challenging times.
Overview of the practice
- We begin by finding a comfortable and alert position, then taking three deep breaths to notice the breath sensation in our body.
- We are practicing mindfulness and observing our thoughts in a kind and curious way.
- Then we zoom out on our life a bit and bring to mind a challenging situation we are dealing with - a layoff, a divorce, death of a family member or pet.
- We observe this situation with mindfulness, which is simply a kind, curious awareness
- Then we shift to exploring what possibility might exist, however small, in this challenging situation.
I sincerely hope this meditation is useful to you as you process the challenges you face and shift into embracing the possibilities life is presenting to you.
Wishing you all the best on your journey.
Adam
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Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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learn why envisioning works
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learn simple practices to move towards your vision
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In this podcast episode, Adam Coelho and Ashanti Branch talk about Ashanti's move from engineering to teaching. Ashanti explains the moment he made the decision to switch and how he had to keep himself from constantly thinking about the money he could have made if he had stayed in engineering. They also discuss the five F’s and strategizing for success and how it can help us achieve our goals.
Key Takeaways:
- Ashanti Branch is an educator who left engineering to pursue teaching.
- He saw a news report about a project he was working on in San Jose, California, catching fire, and this was a sign for him to leave engineering.
- He had to make a financial sacrifice in order to pursue his passion.
- He works hard not to compare himself to his friends who are still in engineering and have been promoted to VP roles.
- He is satisfied with the passion and purpose of his work, even if the financial side of things does not always make sense.
- He uses a system with his men's team called the five F's (fitness, family, fun, finances, and finish it) to set goals.
- It would have been helpful to have someone to strategize with when he was making the transition to teaching.
- Ashanti is thankful for the work he is able to do.
- He encourages others to ask themselves what it would take to feel satisfied in every area of their life.
- He encourages others to make decisions based on their passion and purpose, not just the numbers.
Guest Bio:
Ashanti Branch is an engineer-turned-teacher and founder of the Ever Forward Club, an organization that works to help young men of color reach their full potential. He has a passion for helping others find success and fulfillment through education and personal growth.
Guest Contact Information: Get in touch with Ashanti and bring him to speak or lead the “Taking Off The Mask” workshop for your team.
- Website: everforwardclub.org
- Instagram: @everforwardclub
- Ashanti's Talk@Google on YouTube
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Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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learn simple practices to move towards your vision
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Today’s guided meditation is all about cultivating and sharing kindness.
We’ll begin by checking in with ourselves and observing our breath.
Then, we'll take some time to gather and multiply kindness within ourselves.
Then we will practicing sending kindness out to others.
Finally, we open to receiving kindness from others.
I hope you enjoy this practice
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Complete my Free Envisioning Guide to get clear on what you truly want
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On today's episode, Adam Coelho is joined by his good friend Susie Ade. Susie works as a global program manager for driving mental health and wellbeing programs for Google's data centers and is a certified professional coactive coach. Together, they discuss the FIRE movement, designing your life and career in a way as if you've already reached financial independence.
Key Takeaways
- Developing a FIRE mindset can help you change your life
- Design your life and career in a way as if you've already reached financial independence
- Pull in from the future what you think you want and bring it into your life right now
- Live every day and align with what's most important and brings you the most joy and connection.
- Find joy in maximizing your savings rate by optimizing for what brings you the most joy.
Guest Bio
Susie Ade joined Google eight and a half years ago and has had a career across sales, marketing, trust and safety, and learning and development. She is currently working towards becoming a certified professional coactive coach and coaches people at Google and outside of Google. She is also a facilitator for Search Inside Yourself, a leadership and emotional intelligence course that teaches emotional intelligence through mindfulness. Susie and her husband are working towards achieving financial independence through a mixed strategy of taking high risks and investing in low cost index funds.
Resources & Books Mentioned
- Your Money or Your Life
- The Simple Path to Wealth
Connect with Susie
Susie Ade on LinkedIn
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9 months into my dream job I get called into my boss' office
He says my team is going away and I have a few months to find a new job or leave Google
30 days before the deadline...👇
I have a grand total of ZERO job offers
This is rock bottom.
If was to survive, something needed to change
My mindset needed to change
At rock bottom, I CHOOSE two NEW MINDSETS
- The world is abundant with opportunity.
- I don't worry about doing things right or wrong. I take action, which leads to learning, progress and growth
Everyday, I began to PRACTICE these new mindsets with this simple affirmations practice
- State the new mindset outloud
- Envision in your mind when this was true in the PAST
- Envision in your mind how this is true in the PRESENT
- Envision in your mind how this is will be true in the FUTURE
🎧 Link to Affirmations Meditation in comments 🎧
Incredible things started to happen:
- Job opportunities came from everywhere
- I took tons of creative action like emailing the CEO of a startup
I ended that 30 days with two job offers:
- one internal at Google
- one external at a startup (yep, that one)
Check out my profile (+ follow me) to see which one I chose 😉
That's right.
Thanks to envisioning, I'm about to celebrate 12 years Google
Heres the thing though:
- It's NOT magic.
- It IS using the power of your predicting brain 🧠
- It IS planting & watering the seeds (ie. affirmations) of the future you want to create 🌱
🧠 Each of us has the power to create our own reality by cultivating our mindset intentionally
🧠 What new mindset are you choosing for 2023?
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🎧 Practice your new mindset with this affirmations meditation
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, a show about crafting a life you love and making work optional, using the tools of mindfulness envisioning and financial independence.
Today we explore what it means to live and work mindfully with my new friend Jonathan Reynolds.
I'm your host, Adam Coelho (Connect & DM me on LinkedIn) and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode of the podcast, I'm joined by my new friend, Jonathan Reynolds. Jonathan Reynolds is the founder and CEO of mindful life mindful work, Inc. A San Francisco based leadership development company, providing services that address the intersection of self-awareness and team performance.
Since 1997, Jonathan has trained extensively in the discipline of mindfulness and his work with leaders emphasizes simple and practical ways to improve performance efficiency and workplace cultures by integrating mindfulness sensibilities.
In this conversation, Jonathan and I explore what it means to live and work mindfully.
And I have to say it was one of my favorite episodes to not only record, but also to edit. And I listened to it a few more times so I know it's going to have a lot of value for you, and I'm really excited to share it.
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Getting in Touch with Jonathan:
- Connect with Jonathan Reynolds on LinkedIn
- Mindful Life, Mindful Work's Website
Listen to Full Episode : mindfulFIRE.org/78
What does it mean to live your life in concentric circles?
Jonathan Reynolds joined me on the podcast.
He shared his “3 Ps” approach to living and working mindfully.
Jonathan’s 3 Ps are:
- Personal
- Professional
- People
Let’s dive a bit deeper.
Jonathan said:
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I reserve a time each day where I'm alone
Sometimes that’s reading, sometimes that's meditation, sometimes that's yoga
Most days it's all 3
My practice ripples out on my family and my community & ultimately the world
As this ripples out I have my family and my community
And then to my culture and my world
If the core isn't strong, if the core isn't nourished and resourced, then the ripple isn't going to actually have maximum, length, distance or impact.
So the focus is making sure that the core is strong, which means that your practice is strong.
“
🔥 What practice are you investing in to impact your ripple?
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Getting in Touch with Jonathan:
- Connect with Jonathan Reynolds on LinkedIn
- Mindful Life, Mindful Work's Website
Listen to Full Episode : mindfulFIRE.org/78
How does building the skill of mindfulness help you become a more effective negotiator?
Jonathan Reynolds & I dive into this topic, which he uses everyday as CEO of Mindful Life, Mindful Work.
🔥 What's your favorite negotiation tactic?
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Listen to Full Episode : mindfulFIRE.org/78
What in heck is “networking without asking”?
Jonathan Reynolds has had 6000 calls in the last 15 years.
On today’s “SPARK” episode, he shares his approach to networking without ever asking for anything. Link in comments.
Here’s what Jonathan said👇
Jonathan’s approach:
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Vision is where it starts and then everything flows from there.
Ultimately we wanna get to executing on managing this vision and manifesting it.
A lot of that is around networking and relationship building. Talking to people.
Many people don't like networking because they feel like they're always asking for something.
So I actually do something I call networking without asking.
You never have to ask for anything.
You should just be sharing your vision and what you care about.
When there's alignment, the conversation continues on
When there's not alignment, you cordially thank each other and then move on.
I see relationships as the whole driver of all of this.
“
🔥 What’s your top networking tip? 🤝
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Getting in Touch with Jonathan:
- Connect with Jonathan Reynolds on LinkedIn
- Mindful Life, Mindful Work's Website
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, a show about crafting a life you love and making work optional using the tools of mindfulness, envisioning and financial independence.
On today's episode of the podcast I'm joined again by my new friend, Jenny Wood.
Jenny Wood is the founder of Google's Own Your Career program, which helps Google employees increase their impact and influence in their current role and or land their next role.
In just a few months, the program scaled from 153 users to tens of thousands of users across Google's global offices & continues to grow like a rocket ship.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- Jenny’s FLIP model for knowing when it’s time to change jobs
- How Adam might be failing the FLIP test
- Weighing comfort vs being bold on the path to financial independence
- The 3 benefits of getting a new job
- Jenny’s PAVE model for building thought leadership
Connect with Jenny Wood
LinkedIn : Jenny Wood
Website: ItsJennyWood.com
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's episode of the podcast I'm joined by my new friend, Jenny Wood.
Jenny Wood is the founder of Google's Own Your Career program, which helps Google employees increase their impact and influence in their current role and or land their next role.
In just a few months, the program scaled from 153 users to over 23,000 users across 180 global offices & continues to grow like a rocket ship.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- What owning your career actually means
- Practice tips to figure out where you want to take your career
- Jenny’s thoughts on the role work plays in building a life
- How Jenny applies the Own Your Career tips in her own career
- Jenny’s advice to people early on the path to financial independence
- Jenny’s advice to people new to meditation and/or mindfulness
- How to connect with Jenny
Connect with Jenny Wood
- LinkedIn : Jenny Wood
- Website: ItsJennyWood.com
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- Free Guided Meditations
Books I recommend
- The Simple Path to Wealth
Full episode with Jenny Wood drops tomorrow.
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Listen to full episode 76 : Full episode drops next week
“How do I know it’s time to switch roles in your career?”
Jenny Wood of Google's Own Your Career program
Has been asked 1000+ times. Her advice👇
Don’t switch roles . . . F L I P roles
Ask your self honestly:
F - Fun - Am I having fun?
L - Learning - Am I truly learning?
I - Impact - Does my work make an impact?
P - Personal - Does my work match the lifestyle I want?
On next week's episode 76, Jenny Wood shares how she’s used the FLIP model in her own career.
Full episode drops next week (follow Adam Coelho on Linkedin)
5 min Mindful FIRE Spark drops today
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
Today in part two of my conversation with Sarah, we discuss how we can use money to unlock our full potential and why dreaming and enjoyment are critical to living in this way.
We also talk about the flip side, how frugality and being afraid to engage with money actually cuts off our creative energy and prevents us from reaching our full potential.
And things get pretty personal. I share a lot with Sarah about my own struggles, including how I've recently realized that I'm hesitant to invest in my own projects and in myself in general.
Sarah share some really good advice with me. And I learned a ton about how I can evolve, how I think about money and investing in myself and my projects.
I absolutely love this conversation with Sarah and I'm so excited to share with you.
ICYMI : Part 1 of our conversation
In Part 2 of our conversation we discuss:
- Sarah’s thoughts on enough
- What Sarah has learned from the energy of money about enough
- Where Adam struggles with enough
- The risk of being too frugal or unwilling to spend on things that might benefit us
- How being frugal can lead to you being selfish and losing track of the bigger picture
- Sarah shares her vision for her current company Love To, a financial product that supports humanity
Connect with Sarah McCrumb
- Sarah McCrum’s Personal Website
- Liberate Humanity
- Love To
- Sarah’s Book Love Money, Money Loves You
More from The Mindful FIRE Podcast
- More Inspiring Interviews
- Free Guided Meditations
Books I recommend
- Sarah’s Book Love Money, Money Loves You
- The Simple Path to Wealth
On today's episode, I have a special treat for you. Today, instead of me leading the guided meditation, our practice will be led by Sarah McCrumb, who joined us last week on episode 73.
Sarah was kind enough to share with us, one of her money activations, meditation of sorts.
This money activation explores the link between enjoyment and the energy of money.
If you enjoy today's practice, make sure to check out my interview with Sarah now available wherever you're listening to this as episodes 73 and 75.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's episode of the podcast, I'm excited to bring you a really special guest. Sarah McCrum. Sarah was introduced to me by a former guest Morgan Bricca. Morgan joined us on episode six, seven and fourteen of the podcast.
Sarah is an author educator and business innovator. She's the founder of Liberate Humanity, which is a place for learning and sharing the skills for liberation of the human spirit. Sarah has spent more than 20 years teaching and coaching business owners and their families.
She is the creator of the innovative program “Thank You Money” based on the principles of her book, Love Money, Money Loves You.
My conversation with Sarah was so interesting that we talked for almost two hours so I wanted to break this episode into bite sized chunks for you.
On part one of my conversation we cover a whole lot, including her journey with money, which led her to write the book, Love Money, Money Loves You.
She shares how she had to put these principles into practice in her own life when she moved from the UK to Australia, with her husband, and essentially had to start over from zero. And how she used these principles to grow her wealth and her business after starting over.
I absolutely love this conversation with Sarah and I'm so excited to share with you.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- Sarah’s journey and what she’s up to in the world
- Sarah’s journey with money and how the book love money, Money loves you came into the world
- Money as currency of connection between humans and connection and creativity
- How money flowing from one person to another is a connecting and loving energy
- How we can maximize our value by changing the way we relate to money.
- How do we find that balance between, being open to receiving and having a vision for our life, but not getting so caught up in one or the other that we really lose the balance.
- Enjoyment as a kind of barometer of success
- How we can cultivate the capacity for enjoyment
- What piece of advice Sarah would give to someone early on their path to financial independence
- What piece of advice Sarah would give to someone getting started with meditation and or mindfulness
- How people can connect with Sarah online and learn more about her book and her workshops
Connect with Sarah McCrumb
- Sarah McCrum’s Personal Website
- Liberate Humanity
- Love To
- Sarah’s Book Love Money, Money Loves You
More from The Mindful FIRE Podcast
- More Inspiring Interviews
- Free Guided Meditations
Books I recommend
- Sarah’s Book Love Money, Money Loves You
- The Simple Path to Wealth
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
Today’s guided meditation is all about creating space within your busy life to invest in yourself.
Something powerful happens when we slow down, sit down and turn our attention inward.
Like a snow globe being set down on a table, we allow our mind and body to settle and we can start to see more clearly what’s going on inside.
I hope you enjoy.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On this episode I'm joined by my friend, Sean Alexander Hickle, entrepreneur and founder of SimpleApproach.US, an online personal training program.
In this episode, Sean and I explored the idea of thinking about our health and our fitness as an area of investment equal to that, of our finances or any other area of our life that we invest in.
Over the last five years, Sean has trained all kinds of people from actors and models to business people, and even billionaires on how to develop their physical fitness.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- How Sean and I met randomly on a plane
- Sean's backstory and fitness journey
- How to think about health and fitness as an area of investment for your life
- The Centenarian Olympics and thinking long term
- How getting started with fitness doesn't need to be complex
- Applying the Pareto principle (80/20 rule) to health & fitness
- How Ockham's razor applies to health & fitness
- How investing in your physical fitness affects other areas of your life
- How building this habit impacts both self-confidence and work ethic?
- How getting your reps in and thinking long term mirrors a meditation practice
- Practicing solitude
- Sean’s advice to people early on path to FI
- Sean’s advice to people new to meditation
Connect with Sean Alexander Hickle
- Website: SimpleApproach.us
- Sean on Instagram (@seanalexanderr)
- Sean on TikTok (@seanalexanderrrr)
- Sean on LinkedIn
Books From The Episode
- The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins
- Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
- The Elements of Investing by Charles D. Ellis
- Solitude by Michael Harris (Available for free on Hoopla)
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
In this guided meditation we envision what we want our ideal life to look like and how we want to show up in our life 3 years out.
I hope you enjoy it.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's episode, we’re diving into Part 2 of my conversation with FIREy Philanthropist, our first anonymous guest. FIREy Philanthropist wanted to remain anonymous because they practice stealth wealth, which means they don't tell their neighbors, friends, and really anyone outside of a close group of friends that they're rich and have retired early.
Today, in Part 2, FIREy and I discuss some of the specific money and finance strategies he took to speed up his path to financial independence retire early (FIRE). Below are a list of articles that FIREy shared, which go into the concepts in more detail. Make sure to do your own research and consult financial professionals you work with.
In Part 1, we learned about FIREy Philanthropist’s journey to reaching Financial Independence (FI) and retiring in his early forties from a career in tech. We hear the mindsets that helped him get there and what he’s been up to in the world of philanthropy since retiring.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- The money moves FIREy Philanthropist used to speed his path to FIRE
- The mega backdoor Roth explained
- FIREy’s thoughts on holding the stock given to you by your company
- Why was designing your home important to you and how did you make that happen?
- Donor Advised Fund (DAF) as a powerful tool for philanthropy that saves taxes
- Potential tax advantages to of donating money to a non profit using a DAF
- Interesting ways to minimize capital gains
- What piece of advice would he would give to somebody early on their path to financial independence
- What piece of advice would you give to someone getting started with meditation or mindfulness
- How you can contact FIREy with your questions on FIRE (StealthyFIRE@outlook.com
I really enjoyed this conversation with fiery philanthropists and I learned so much about the ins and outs of financial independence, how to know when you're at the point where it's okay to retire early and to feel confident in that decision.
Connect with FIREy Philanthropist
- Email questions to StealthyFIRE@outlook.com
More from The Mindful FIRE Podcast
- More Inspiring Interviews
- Free Guided Meditations
Books I recommend
- The Simple Path to Wealth
Disclaimer: This should not be taken as financial advice.
Important Note: It’s important that I call out that none of this conversation is or should be considered financial advice. It’s for entertainment and education purposes only. Make sure to explore these concepts on your own and with financial professionals you work with.
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With so much going on in the world right now, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Each and every one of us is affected but what’s happening.
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
Today’s meditation is a practice of creating space in our lives. We practice cultivating a space of refuge in our busy lives amidst all the challenging and difficult things happening in our world. In this space of refuge we can just leave everything at the door and just be with ourselves in this moment.
We begin this meditation by intentionally leaving everything at the door and we connect with how you are feeling in this moment in your body, mind and heart.
After some time resting in this space of refuge we transition into some loving kindness, compassion practice for ourselves, those affected by the recent gun violence and then all beings.
I hope you find it helpful. Please subscribe for more meditations and inspiring interviews.
This guided meditation was recorded during our weekly community meditation on Fridays at 2:30 pm ET. We’d love for you to join us live for a short meditation and time to connect and ask questions. You can sign up at mindfulfire.org/meditate.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's episode, we're doing something a little different. We're having our first anonymous guest, FIREy Philanthropist.
This guest wanted to remain anonymous because they practice stealth wealth, which means they don't tell their neighbors, friends, and really anyone outside of a close group of friends that they're rich and have retired early.
FIREy had a lot of great wisdom to share from his experience retiring early and we chatted for almost 2 hours. I have edited our conversations into two 45 minute episodes.
The first part, this episode, focuses on his journey to retiring early from a 21 year career in tech in his early 40s, how he made it happen, what was the experience like and what’s he up to afterwards.
I really enjoyed this conversation with FIREy Philanthropists and I learned so much about the ins and outs of financial independence, how to know when you're at the point where it's okay to retire early and to feel confident in that decision.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- What things really helped FIREy Philanthropist to reach fire in his early forties
- Acknowledging unearned privilege, its impact and achieving fire
- FIREy’s thoughts on avoiding lifestyle inflation
- How he knew when he had enough to retire early
- How he knew when to pull the trigger and retire early.
- What are you spending your time doing and what makes you happy in this post-fire life
- Which causes FIREy Philanthropist dedicates his time, energy and money to
- Volunteering as a tax preparer
Connect with FIREy Philanthropist
- Email questions to StealthyFIRE@outlook.com
More from The Mindful FIRE Podcast
- More Inspiring Interviews
- Free Guided Meditations
Books I recommend
- The Simple Path to Wealth
Disclaimer: This should not be taken as financial advice.
None of what we discuss in this episode should be considered financial advice. You should always do your own research and talk to professionals that you work with.
Having said that, I found it really helpful to get the perspective of someone who's traveled the path and reach financial independence and gave me a lot of things that I'm going to explore in my own research and with the professionals that I work with and I recommend you do the same.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
This guided meditation was recorded during our weekly community meditation on Fridays at 2:30 pm ET. We’d love for you to join us live for a short meditation and time to connect and ask questions. You can sign up at mindfulfire.org/meditate
Today’s meditation is in response to the recent horrible gun violence incidents in which so many innocent lives were cut short, because of the gun laws in this country. I am feeling sad, angry and frustrated as I imagine many others are feeling.
In this meditation I invite you to create space for you to connect with how you are feeling and how what’s going on in the world (and its so much) is feeling in your body, mind and heart.
Then we transition into some loving kindness, compassion practice.
We begin with ourselves and then offer our kindness to those in Uvalde, Buffalo, California, and Toronto.
Then we expand to all humans living in the United States, since in reality we are all affected by gun violence.
I hope you find it helpful. Subscribe for more meditations and inspiring interviews.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's episode, we're doing something a little bit different. Last week on episode 64 of the podcast, we were joined by Nirav Shah, a meditation teacher, philanthropist and early retiree.
Nirav was kind enough to share one of his guided meditations with us and I'm excited to share it with you today.
He calls this meditation the "Black and White Meditation".
I hope you enjoy it and I welcome your feedback.
Get in Touch with Nirav
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Nirav's New Book - Shortcut to Serenity
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Nirav's Website - meditativeman.org
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Nirav's Free Guided Meditations
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Nirav Shah on LinkedIn
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my new friend Nirav Shah. Nirav is a certified mindfulness meditation teacher, and he started the meditation blog, meditativeman.org. After retiring at the age of 49 from a career in technology.
Nirav extremely passionate about helping people find the elusive peace within and to that end has recently written and released a book called Shortcut to Serenity.
In today's conversation we discuss:
- How Nirav retired early from his career in technology
- What led Nirav to give up his successful business to retire early
- What Nirav is up to in retirement?
- Why generosity and philanthropy are so powerful
- "The Mexican Fisherman Story"
- What is enough?
- Nirav's thoughts on "Generational Wealth"
- The importance of financial literacy
- Second generation financial independence
Get in Touch with Nirav
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Nirav's New Book - Shortcut to Serenity
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Nirav's Website - meditativeman.org
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Nirav's Free Guided Meditations
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Nirav Shah on LinkedIn
Links and Resources
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Episode 35 with JG Larochette of The Mindful LIfe Project
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Choose FI Podcast
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Free Financial Independence 101 Training
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Free Choose FI Pre-k - 12 Financial Literacy Curriculum
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Foodforthoughtdenver.org
Books Mentioned
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The Simple Path to Wealth
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Shortcut to Serenity
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my friend, Anna Kozenkova.
Anna joined Google people operations six plus years ago and she's based in Prague Czech Republic. Previously, she worked for over 10 years in executive search consulting across Europe.
At Google in addition to her core role in recruitment, Anna takes an active part in facilitating Googler to Googler programs. Her passion is people development and creating sustained well-being and psychological safety in teams. For the last five years, she's been an active member of the global search inside yourself, facilitator cohort. She also offers career and life coaching at Google and externally.
In this conversation, Anna and I talk a lot about creating space in your life. Anna shares, how practicing mindfulness allows her to create more space in her life on a day-to-day basis and on a more macro level allows her to design a life that's aligned with her values and her passion for travel.
We explore how this idea of space applies to money as well and Anna shares her thoughts on money, financial independence, retire early, and how creating this space in your life gives you more choice about how you want to live your life. She also shares how she's applied these principles in our life to design her life around her number one, passion, which is travel.Anna is one of the most well-traveled people that I know having traveled to over 90 countries including a lot of places that most people don't even think to go like Antartica.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend, Anna Kozenkova and she really helped me reflect on my life and some of the things that are most important to me I hope that you enjoyed it as well.
You can find the full show notes for today's episode, including any resources, links or books mentioned in today's episode at mindfulfire.org/63
If you enjoy today's episode, I invite you to please hit subscribe or follow wherever you're listening to this.This just lets the platforms know you're getting value from the episodes and you want to be here when we produce additional content.
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Thank you so much for all your support!
Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my friend, Bex Burton, a love and relationship coach who helps fiercely independent women attract and grow lasting love without sacrificing who they are or what they want out of life.
Over the last decade, Bex has committed to the study and growth of lasting love within herself and in her union with her beloved. Through her signature programs, Your Majesty and Core Joy Living she helps other fiercely independent women do the same.
Bex inspires deeply transformational experiences through movement, mindfulness and meditation via live and online programs, spectacle, dance performances, and nature. Immersive glamping retreats.
Catch up with her at Bex Burton coaching.com or on Instagram at love. Coach Bex, B E X.
In this episode, Bex shares, why relationships are so important to leading a fulfilled life.
Bex also shares her journey and how she came to this work of love and relationship coaching after struggling for many years in these areas herself.
She also shares what relationship coaching actually is, why it's needed and what it looks like in practice.
We also discussed the idea of our relationship with ourselves and she shares why our relationship with ourselves and the level of self love we feel for ourselves directly impacts and is foundational to the relationships we have with others. She shares a ton of stories, from our own life and stories she's heard from clients that illustrate why self-love and our relationship with ourselves is so critical.
You can find the full show notes for today's episode, including any links, resources, and how to get in touch with Bex at mindfulfire.org/62.
I really enjoyed this conversation with Bex and learned a ton that I plan to incorporate in my own life in relationships. And I hope that you enjoyed as well.
Let's jump into today's episode.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm you host Adam Coelho.
In today's guided meditation, we explore choosing how we want to show up in our life in the month of February. We're starting a new month and we can choose to show up with the mindsets and habits that take us in the direction we want to go. It's our choice.
I hope you enjoy this meditation and welcome your feedback.
Make sure to follow me on instagram @themindfulFIREpodcast for interviews, meditations and reels and clips that inspire and excite.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
Thanks for joining me for today's guided meditation about envisioning the life you want. This practice begins by practicing mindfulness. After we calm our min, we practice visualizing how we envision our ideal life to be. Then we shift our attention in a way that may surprise you.
Today's meditation was recorded during our weekly Mindful FIRE Community meditation and we'd love to have you join us next week.
Each Wednesday at 10:00 AM Eastern time, the Mindful Fire Community gathers together to practice meditation and to discuss what it means to live mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
We'd love to have you join us. It's completely free and you can sign up at mindful fire.org/meditate.
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
If you're new to the mindful fire podcast and you haven't yet checked out the other parts of our 3-part series with Julia, you can find the full series at mindfulfire.org/julia.
On today's episode of the podcast, we dive into part three of our three part series with Julia Li. This series has followed Julia's journey of making a huge life in career change of leaving Google after six years to pivot into the field of sustainability.
What I really love about this series with Julia is just how relatable and actionable it is for me and for anyone who listens to it.
Many of us want to start this new year with more intention and alignment with our values and our purpose. These conversations with Julia provide not only inspiration, but also practices like journaling reflection and envisioning that we can use to get clear on what we really want and to begin walking down that path.
I hope you've enjoyed this series with Julia as much as I have and I would love to hear what it's inspired you to do in your own life.
You can reach out to me on Instagram @themindfulFIREpodcast and drop me a DM and let me know what you're planning for 2022. I really would love to hear it.
Today on part three of my conversation with Julia, we dive into the final chapter of her pivot out of Google and into the field of sustainability after taking three months off to rest and reflect.
In today's conversation, Julia shares her mindset and practical approach to identifying which area of sustainability she wanted to work in. She then shares how she went about identifying potential companies and ultimately connected with those companies to begin the interview process.
There's a ton of practical advice Julia shares that can be applied to any career moves you've been thinking about making in 2022.
And finally Julia shares with me how her entire relationship with money has changed over the last year since we recorded our first conversation together, before she left Google.
In that conversation, I recommended a book to Julia called The Simple Path To Wealth, which you've probably heard me talk about numerous times on the podcast. The Simple Path To Wealth by JL Collins is really my go-to recommendation for anyone looking to understand their money better or improve their financial situation and certainly to anyone looking to get on the path to financial independence.
Julia shares, how reading this book and another one called Your Money Or Your Life by Vicki Robin, changed her mindset and relationship with money. Her new insights about money. Really got me thinking about my own relationship with money and I think they'll do the same for you.
If you haven't already, I recommend listening to the full three part series with Julia which you can find at mindfulfire.org/Julia.
Books Mentioned
- The Simple Path. To Wealth - JL Collins
- Your Money or Your Life - Vicki Robin
Connect with Julia
- Trash Talk - Julia's Sustainability Newsletter
- Julia Li on LinkedIn
Hi and welcome to another episode of The Mindful FIRE Podcast. I'm Adam Coelho, the host of the mindful fire podcast, and I'm glad to welcome you for today's guided meditation.
Given the current situation with the new Omnicon variant and the incredible surge in cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the United States and all around the world, I thought it would be helpful and supportive to do a special guided meditation session for all of those suffering with COVID or for those who are worried about COVID as I am.
This meditation is dedicated to all of the people who are currently suffering, either with the disease itself or who are worried about someone with the disease or getting it themselves.
It's also dedicated to my good friend, Rishan, who inspired me to start the podcast.
May you be healthy and safe!
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
The holidays are a time of joy but they can also bring about stress and worry. This is especially true with the recent surge in covid cases due to the new Omicron variant. I hope you are staying healthy and safe during these challenging times.
Today's practice is an invitation to take a moment for yourself to release this stress and worry by resting in a simple awareness of your body sitting and breathing. I find that there is something really grounding and easeful about resting in the simplicity of feeling my body breathe in and out.
We finish today's practice with a simple loving kindness compassion practice in which we practice sending well wishes to ourselves, a loved one and all beings everywhere. This practice of sending and receiving compassion connects us with our inherent goodness and just feels nice.
I wish you and your family, health, safety and happiness during this holiday season and into the new year!
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"I wrote this mantra to myself where I said 'I celebrate uncertainty and I delight and not knowing what comes next.'" - Julia LI Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, we're rejoined by my friend, Julia Li, who joined us on episode 15 of the mindful fire podcast.
In the fall of last year, Julia and I connected and she shared that she was about to make a big change in her life. She was going to leave Google, and pivot to a new career in the field of sustainability. And we thought it would be really cool for us to do a two-part episode. Before and after she left Google.
The first episode, episode 15, we explore why she's making this change, how she's thinking about it and how she's thinking about making the move into a new career, in the field of sustainability.
Today, we're almost exactly six months from when she left Google and took a six month sabbatical to rest rejuvenate and clarify her vision of what she wants to create for her life as she moves into this next chapter in the world of sustainability.
Since Julia and I were catching up for over 2 and a half hours, I've decided to break the conversation into multiple episodes. This is part one of our conversation 6 months after Julia left Google to take time off and pivot into the field of sustainbility.
In today's episode Julia and I caught up on:
- all aspects of what has happened since we last spoke a few months before leaving Google after 6 years
- what it was like in the last couple of months, as she was preparing to leave Google
- how she was thinking and feeling about that.
- what it was like when she was on the other side.
- how she really need to learn how to rest and
- how she learned to practice resting just like you would practice anything else like meditation or the guitar or any other skill
We talk about how so many of us, even when we're resting, feel like we should still be doing something productive, learning something or growing in some way. Sometimes it's really important to just rest with no other agenda than to take care of ourselves.
Julia shares how she embarked on some self exploration to clarify her vision of what she wanted to create. She shares how she used the tools of journaling and networking, reaching out to people in the fields that she was looking into and asking them tell her all about their life.
All of those things allowed her to clarify her vision and ultimately settle on a particular field of sustainability that she's now working in.
I really enjoyed this conversation with Julia. I feel like I learned so much every time I connect with her. I really hope that you enjoyed as well.
You can find the full show notes for today's episode, including all of the books, resources, and links we discuss at MindfulFIRE.org/56.
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Today's guided meditation is an affirmations practice. You can think of it as practicing the beliefs or mindsets you'd like to carry forward in your day to day life. It's an incredibly powerful practice that puts the predictive power of your brain to work for you to create the future you want.
This session begins with a simple mindfulness of breath practice, simply resting in awareness of the sensations of breathing in the body.
After settling the mind on the breath, I invite you to bring to mind a belief or way of being you’d like to embody as you show up in your life. You can choose a belief about your self or about the world that would be useful to embody more in your life. For instance, I practice "the world is abundant with opportunity" and "I am guided by curiosity". Those are beliefs that I want to embody as I move through my life.
Then I guide you as you practice seeing how that belief was in the past, how it's true now in the present and how it will be true in the future. You’ll practice seeing how you’ve lived that belief in the past, how you’re living it in the present and how you will live it in the future in as much detail as possible.
This is an incredibly powerful practice and one that I do most days. This practice had a profound impact on me during one of the most difficult times in my life. The more we practice seeing ourself living each belief in the past, present and future, the more evidence we give our brain that this is in fact true. Because it is! Do this for a while and magic will happen!
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think! Please share your feedback with me in the comments below.
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Introducing the series Before & After Leaving Google to Pivot Into a Career in Sustainability with Julia Li. Subscribe now to receive the next part of the series in 2 weeks.
Last year around this time, my good friend, Julia Li told me she was getting ready to leave Google after six years and switch careers into the field of sustainability.
What you'll hear in today's episode is the conversation Julia and I had before she left Google; how she came to the decision, what preparations she made financially and otherwise, and what she hopes for from the three months she'll be taking off of work before she starts pursuing a job in the sustainability space.
I originally released this episode earlier this year and it was by far one of the most popular episodes. I wanted to repost it so people could have the context of what it was like before Julia transitioned out of Google and embarked on this three months of reflection.
This past summer, Julia and I caught up six months after she left Google. And just before she was getting ready to start her new job in the field of sustainability.
It was really interesting to hear how Julia approached her time off and how she ultimately found what she wanted to do in this huge field of sustainability. And then how she went about actually getting a job in the space.
The conversation was so interesting, it lasted for more than two and a half hours. So I'll be breaking it up into two episodes that I'll be releasing starting in two weeks.
I'm really excited to share this series with you at the end of the year, because the end of the year is really a period of reflection and deep thinking about our lives and the changes we might want to make to move more into alignment with what's most important to us.
So much is in flux right now with the pandemic and with the great resignation.
More and more people are looking closely at what is most important to them, what truly matters to them, and questioning how they want to spend their limited time and energy.
So I thought it would be helpful and inspiring to share Julia's journey of doing just that. To see how she approached making big changes in her life that were honestly really scary but help her move more into meaning, purpose and alignment with her values.
Make sure to subscribe on your podcast player and to join the email list at mindfulfire.org so you don't miss any parts of this insightful and inspiring series with Julia.
Announcing my first public Life Envisioning Workshop - coming early next year. SIGN UP
I'm also excited to announce that early next year, I'll be sharing my Life Envisioning Workshop publicly for the first time.
This workshop will help you get clear on the vision you have for your life and we'll help you understand how you can put the predictive nature of your brain to work, to help you make that vision a reality.
The workshop has received incredibly positive feedback in the private sessions I've done. And I'm excited to bring it public for the first time and to share it with you, the mindful fire community.
I'm still working out the details and dates so make sure to sign up at mindfulfire.org/vision, to be the first to know when registration opens.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho. And I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode of the podcast, because it's Thanksgiving week in the United States, we're going to do a meditation on thankfulness. We're going to cultivate awareness of all the blessings we have in our life.
And we're going to practice resting and a feeling of gratitude or thankfulness for all that we have.
Often in my life, I find that I'm leaning forward into the future and focused on all the things that I don't have, all the things that I want to achieve or attain. There's really a feeling of striving that permeates a lot of my life.
I've been trying to come more into the present moment and to recognize all of the amazing things I have in my life already and to cultivate a sense of thankfulness gratefulness and contentment with what is.
And so that's what we'll practice here in this. Short meditation, practice of thankfulness.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my new friend, Wendy Thomas. Wendy Thomas is the founder of Wendy Thomas Coaching, which helps individuals and teams excel in work and life by learning to harness the power of mindset.
An early stage breast cancer diagnosis gave Wendy the courage and perspective to follow her longtime entrepreneurial dream of establishing her own coaching company. Her authentic and vulnerable coaching style inspires individuals to discover their own potential and to achieve greater depths of personal and professional fulfillment.
Prior to launching Wendy Thomas Coaching, Wendy spent 18 years in financial services working at Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters and FactSet. Most recently, Wendy led FactSet Canada in developing effective strategies for growth, talent, acquisition, team building, and operational effectiveness.
Wendy is a passionate mom of two young boys and cares deeply about helping people create a healthy work-life balance.
In this conversation. Wendy shares her story of climbing the corporate ladder only to have her life turned completely upside down by a cancer diagnosis just two days before her 40th birthday.
Wendy shares how getting this cancer diagnosis changed everything in her life overnight and forced her to make some big changes and to really take to heart the advice that her late father gave her, which was to turn adversity into opportunity.
She shares more about what this means and the changes she made to move from what you call is living from the outside in to living from the inside out.
And we dive into this idea of how do we live from the inside out rather than the outside in to live true to ourselves and with intention each and every day,
I really enjoyed this conversation with Wendy and it really made me think about my own life and how I need to stop and really think about what's most important to me and how I want to move forward and live intentionally with each and every day.
And if you enjoy today's episode with Wendy, I invite you to please hit subscribe wherever you're listening to this, this just lets the providers know you're getting value from the episodes and we'll make sure that you receive all the new episodes as I released them.
And if you're enjoying the podcast, I'd love to ask you for one simple favor and that's just to send your favorite episode to a friend or two who might be open to hearing it.
Connect with Wendy Thomas
- Wendy Thomas Coaching
- @WendyThomasCoaching on Instagram
- Wendy Thomas on LinkedIn
Resources
- Think Up app
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On this week's guided meditation practice, we practice a simple mindful awareness practice. In this shorter practice we practicing bringing a kind, curious awareness to the experience of breathing, moment by moment and breath by breath.
We finish the practice by bringing to mind someone or something we're extremely grateful for. Then we rest in a kind, curious awareness of the feeling of gratitude.
I hope you enjoy this simple but powerful practice.
If you haven't already, i invite you to check out my last episode where I introduce myself and share my vision for the podcast.Full Show Notes | https://bit.ly/3nRg7Ro
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"I want Mindful FIRE to create opportunity for people to live meaningful and fulfilled lives, aligned with their values and purpose, by connecting them with the ideas of mindfulness and financial independence. " - Adam Coelho
Welcome to the mindful fire podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode of the podcast, I'm excited to bring you my first solo episode. I've been doing the mindful fire podcast for almost a year and a half now and have produced over 60 episodes in meditations. But I realized I haven't truly introduced myself to you or talked about why I'm doing the mindful fire podcast in the first place.
And so that's what I want to get into today, who I am, why I'm doing The Mindful FIRE Podcast and what my vision is for the podcast.
And at the end of the episode I make a special announcement and share details for my upcoming Life Envisioning Workshop happening in January. If you'd like to be notified when registration opens for that workshop you can sign up at MindfulFIRE.org/vision.
I also just want to say thank you so much for listening to the podcast and supporting my work. The podcast recently surpassed 5,000 downloads and I'm absolutely blown away and so excited that people are finding the content valuable coming back to hear new episodes and sharing with your friends.
And if you're reading this, you're one of those people. And so I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how much I appreciate you and to say thank you for all the support you've given me in listening to the podcast and sharing with your friends.
Sign up to be notified about my upcoming Life Envisioning Workshop.
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Hey you! Yeah you! When was the last time you took a break for yourself?
NOW is the time! You deserve it and, let's be honest, you probably really NEED it.
I'm excited to remaster and reshare one of my favorite and most popular early meditations. In this 15 minute guided meditation practice, I invite you to take a well deserved break.
When I first released this in Dec 2020 the pandemic was raging around the world and we still knew relatively little about it. Now we're almost another year into this pandemic and it hasn't gone away but some how our lives feel really full again.
So take this invitation and and take a much needed break for yourself, whether with this mediation or your self care practice of choice.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode. I'm joined by my friend Mounira Latrache.
Mounira is the founder of Connected Business, which helps companies and individuals develop self-leadership and co-leadership, which empowers them to live more meaningful, connected, and compassionate lives.
Mounira brings 15 plus years of leadership experience at international brands like Google, Red Bull and BMW. Mounira was a pioneer of Google's mindfulness community and it’s success led her to teach mindfulness and train teams at other companies around the world.
Mounira is a member of The Mindful Leadership Institute and internationally certified Search Inside Yourself facilitator, and she gives mindfulness and compassion, keynotes and training all over the world.
Mounira's own mindfulness practice gave her the tools to become a more effective leader and she is passionate about empowering others to lead more meaningful, connected, and compassionate lives.
In this conversation Mounira shares her journey through life and how an insight that came out of suffering of not fitting in as a young person, helped her to realize that she could craft and create her own life and way of showing up in the world.
And that has guided her to really design her life in a way that is meaningful and purposeful for her. And she's brought this to bear both in the corporate world and now as an entrepreneur, leading trainings and working with companies to help them develop more self-leadership and co-leadership within their teams.
And we really dive deep into these ideas of self-leadership and co-leadership as well.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend Mounira and I hope that you enjoy it as well.
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Are you listening to what you body is telling you?
In this guided meditation we practice bringing a kind curious, loving awareness to our body.
We begin by checking in with ourselves to see how we are arriving.
Then we practice a guided body scan, bringing loving awareness to feeling each part of the body.
Finally we finish by bringing loving kindness (compassion) to our body, which makes our entire existence possible.
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my new friend, Cara Bradley. Cara is a leading authority of mental fitness having led thousands to her signature strategies to work and play in flow.
She shares her 30 years of body brain training with fortune 500 companies, startups and premier college sports teams. Cara's expertise includes science back tools for optimal performance, including nervous system flow, state, and mindfulness training. In addition to strategies to optimize the gut brain connection.
She's the author of the book On The Verge, Wake Up, Show Up and Shine, founder of the award winning verge yoga center and host of the On The Verge Mental Fitness Podcast.
On this episode, Cara and I explore the idea of mental fitness, an area she's dedicated most of her career to. We learn what it is and how we can practice it.
We also explore the connection between our gut and our brain.
And we spend a good bit of time talking about the flow state and Cara shares, how mindfulness and meditation help us to identify our own flow triggers and the activities that put us in a state of flow. And she shares a number of practices, including breathwork practices.
Cara also generously offered to share her mental fitness protocol with our audience. And you can get that at mindfulfire.org/cara.
Finally Cara shares her thoughts and experience building a business around the ideas of teaching and sharing mental fitness. And she shares how she used her award-winning yoga studio, which she started just around the time that yoga was becoming mainstream in the United States, as a laboratory for developing a deeper understanding and practice around mental fitness, health, and wellbeing.
Connect with Cara Bradley
- Cara Bradley's Website - CaraBradley.net
- Cara's Free Mental Fitness Protocol
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One of the most important parts of living a fulfilled and happy life is answering the question "What is enough?".
It seems simple but in our culture of "more, more, more" this question looms large for all of us; not just with our money but with our time, energy, effort, and so much more.
We may feel like we don't have enough, that we're not doing enough or even that we, ourselves, are not enough. I know I've felt all of these and am still reflecting to learn more on how these beliefs show up in my life.
This practice invites you to practice having enough, feeling enough and being enough right here in this moment. For just a moment, can we let go of everything we hope to achieve and attain and just let being here, alive in this moment be enough.
I hope you enjoy this practice. If you do, please hit subscribe or follow where you're listening to this to let the platform know you're getting value and you want to be here for future episodes.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my friend, Anna Kozenkova.
Anna joined Google people operations six plus years ago and she's based in Prague Czech Republic. Previously, she worked for over 10 years in executive search consulting across Europe.
At Google in addition to her core role in recruitment, Anna takes an active part in facilitating Googler to Googler programs. Her passion is people development and creating sustained well-being and psychological safety in teams. For the last five years, she's been an active member of the global search inside yourself, facilitator cohort. She also offers career and life coaching at Google and externally.
In this conversation, Anna and I talk a lot about creating space in your life. Anna shares, how practicing mindfulness allows her to create more space in her life on a day-to-day basis and on a more macro level allows her to design a life that's aligned with her values and her passion for travel.
We explore how this idea of space applies to money as well and Anna shares her thoughts on money, financial independence, retire early, and how creating this space in your life gives you more choice about how you want to live your life. She also shares how she's applied these principles in our life to design her life around her number one, passion, which is travel.Anna is one of the most well-traveled people that I know having traveled to over 90 countries including a lot of places that most people don't even think to go like Antartica.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend, Anna Kozenkova and she really helped me reflect on my life and some of the things that are most important to me I hope that you enjoyed it as well.
You can find the full show notes for today's episode, including any resources, links or books mentioned in today's episode at mindfulfire.org/44.
If you enjoy today's episode, I invite you to please hit subscribe or follow wherever you're listening to this.This just lets the platforms know you're getting value from the episodes and you want to be here when we produce additional content.
And if you're enjoying the podcast, I'd love to ask you to do me one favor, and that's just a take your favorite episode and send it to a friend or two who might get value from listening to it. Doing that will help the podcast, reach new people and would really mean the world to me.
Thank you so much for all your support!
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Impermanence - the fact of life that everything is constantly changing and nothing stays the same for long - can be best observed and experienced within our own body.
I took this picture in November 2017 on the last day of my 10 day silent Vipassana meditation retreat in Northern California.
It was at this retreat that I truly observed the impermanence of life, not on an intellectual level but on an experiential level. At this retreat we practiced body scan meditation, being aware of each part of the body from head to toe, for 10 hours per day starting at 4:30 am. Paying close attention to the body it becomes clear that even something that seems fixed, say a pain in my shoulder, is actually changing and moving continuously. Nothing is staying the same. If you've ever scratched an itch to find that you suddenly have another new itchy area in another part of your body, you've experienced this.
Impermanence is all around us. At the 10 day retreat each day I walked past this mountain scene many times and each time it was different. Some mornings it was covered in frost, others fog and others bathed in sun. It was an outward lesson on impermanence mirroring what I was learning inwardly through body scan meditation.
I invite you to have a small taste of the ever changing nature of our bodies and of our lives, with this guided body scan meditation.
I hope you enjoy and would love to hear about your experience in the comments below.
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"Imagine that your body and even your mind are rooted, grounded, planted here in this spot while the crazy world just keeps on spinning." - Adam CoelhoThis quote captures what this grounding meditation practice is all about.
A lot of the time, especially theses days, it feels like we're caught in a strong storm. It feels like we're being blown in many different directions and it's hard to maintain our balance and stability.
Mindfulness helps us to regain our stability by grounding in the timeless moment of now. This practice invites you to let go of everything happening outside, in the world, in the past, in the future and to just ground in this moment, right now. To imagine that you're like a tree with deep roots, grounded in this moment, no matter which way the winds of the storm blow.
I hope you enjoy it and I welcome your comments. DM me on Instagram @TheMindfulFIREPodcast.
If you'd like to support the show, the best way you can do that is by sharing your favorite meditation or episode with a couple of friends! Thanks for all your support!
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Welcome to The Mindful Fire Podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode of the podcast. I'm joined by my new friend, Jessi Shuraleff.
Jessi spent 13 and a half years at Google leading and coaching sales teams using authenticity value-based selling and storytelling to drive impact in revenue for her customers.
She's worked with brands both big and small across numerous industries, including retail technology, real estate and B2B.
She recently left the corporate world and has taken the leap into solopreneurship as the founder of the podcast and community, This Is My Truth.
Creating building and maintaining relationships is at the core of who she is and authenticity, vulnerability and storytelling have been the cornerstone of her skill set to get where she is today as a leader, podcaster and mom.
Her personal mission is to create community and connection through the sharing of personal stories, to empower individuals and brands, to step into their own light, reclaim their voice and drive greater impact.
In this conversation, Jessie and I explore her journey over the last 13 and a half years at Google, where she had a ton of success, but ultimately found herself at 6:03 in the morning, brushing her teeth a few years ago and having her husband asked her a question he's asked many times, " Are you happy?". And she had to answer "no".
She realized that she needed to make some changes in her life to reclaim her voice, find her own way, rediscovering herself and what's truly important to her in the process. This moment, what she calls her 6:03 moment, really catalyzed a ton of change for her in her life.
And while she didn't leave Google overnight, it began a process of self discovery that included therapy, coaching, self exploration, and just really untangling a lot of the go go, go culture that she had internalized growing up in this society and building a career within Google, which I can tell you is quite the go go, go type of place.
We explore a lot around this idea of the go go, go culture, where we all are taking on so much. So many projects, parenting, working, taking care of our houses, taking care of our family members, trying to fit all these things into our life and all the while forgetting to take care of ourselves and forgetting to listen to ourselves and asking the question, what do I need right now?
And we both share how the practices of mindfulness and journaling allowed us to build the self-awareness to recognize when we need to slow down, look inward and ask some tough questions about our life and our priorities.
Jessi and I had a really great conversation. I think there's a ton of wisdom here. I share a lot around how I've been feeling quite burnt out recently and how I noticed that I needed to start doing the self-care things that are so important to find my way back to balance and to showing up in the way that I want to show up for myself, my son, and my wife.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
Often our busy minds feel like the choppy waves of the ocean during a storm. But even during a storm, if you drop below the surface just 10-15 feet, the water is calmer and quieter.
I like to think of meditation as a practice of dropping in, dropping below the busy and tumultuous waves of my mind, into the calmer, quieter peace of this moment.
That's what this practice is all about. I share simple guidance to help you drop into this moment, so you can enjoy the simplicity, peace and ease that exists below the surface.
We finish up with some gratitude and drop into the feeling of gratitude in our bodies.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
I am so thrilled to bring you today’s episode with my good friend, Dan Arwady. Dan works at YouTube and heads up Partner Engineering for the YouTube Music Labels operations team. On the side, he's an engineering student, a drummer, a music producer, and an amateur woodworker, and when he's really doing life right he's a meditator and an avid reader too. But in reality, he's usually spending a bunch of quality time with his 1 year old son TJ, his wife Ang, and his dog Levi.
This conversation truly felt like 2 good friends catching up and talking about life and as a result we forgot to have Dan introduce himself until about 40 minutes into the conversation. Luckily we were recording the whole time and caught all of the gems he had to share. Editing was interesting to say the least and took me longer than usual but I am really proud of the resulting episode and it was an exercise in practicing my craft of podcasting, which we discuss in the episode.
In this conversation we dive into the many lessons Dan has learned in his pursuit to constantly learn and grow as a person and musician through deliberate practice. Dan is an incredibly talented musician, playing several instruments but with a focus on drums. We discuss how he approached getting better at drums through deliberate practice even when he didn’t have much time because of work and life. And he also shares how he continues to hone his skills as a drummer by working with expert coaches and now collaborating with friends to put his music out in the world. He just released his first solo track which you can check out on Spotify.
In the last 5 years Dan has also made a career switch from Sales to Engineering at Google, which I can tell you is extremely difficult and not something many people are able to pull off. Dan shares how he came to love engineering and how he went about learning this difficult skills, ultimately finding himself pursuing a second Bachelors of Engineering and Computer Science, all while working full time and starting a family.
Dan shares a ton of incredible wisdom throughout the episode and I throw in a few pieces of wisdom I’ve picked up over the years as well.
As you may have noticed, on recent episodes of the podcast I’ve talked a lot about “envisioning” which is all about using the power of your predicting and ever changing brain to create the life you’ve always dreamed of. If you were ever curious about my current vision, we go into it in detail. I won’t spoil it here, you’ll have to listen to the whole episode to hear the wild ideas floating around in my mind, many of which are already starting to come together in my life.
I hope you enjoy this episode and I would absolutely love to hear what you think. Drop me a DM on Instagram @themindfulfirepodcast and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!
Be well, my friends.
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In life it's easy to get pulled off course despite the best intentions.
I find that meditation and the cultivation of mindfulness offers a moment by moment experience of this fact of life. Despite our best intentions to focus our awareness on our breath, our attention wanders away into distraction, story, planning, etc. It can be minutes before we even notice we've been pulled away.
But the beautiful thing about the practice is that once we notice our mind has wandered, we are already aware again and we can CHOOSE to bring our attention back to the breath and start again. Over and over, our mind will wander and we can choose to start again.
This guided meditation offers you and opportunity to start again. Whether you've been meditating every single day or if you've been off it for a while and struggling to make it a daily habit (as I sometimes do), this practice is your chance to start again.
I hope you enjoy it!
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode. I'm joined by my friend, Martie Adler, a consultant coach, and end of life, doula, who I met at the wisdom 2.0 conference.
Among a conference of thousands of people, Martie and I ended up in a community gathering breakout room on zoom and really connected on a number of topics. And I knew I had to get her on the podcast.
In this conversation, Martie and I dive into a number of topics, including conscious living, envisioning the future we want and the gift of elderhood.
Martie and I dive deep into the idea and practice of envisioning something that's been really impactful in my life. We discuss how we can apply envisioning to our life as we think about financial independence and retiring early. She's worked with a lot of people who get to the point of their life where they don't need to work anymore, and then don't know what they want to do with their life.
And so she shares why it's so important that we envision what we want our life to look like all the time, as an ongoing practice and how the language that we use when we think about what we are creating and as we interact with other people in the world, how that really shapes our environment. I share a number of stories in this episode around how I've envisioned both positive and negative things in my life and the impact that that's had.
Lately I've been feeling really called to dive deeper into this idea of envisioning and to create a workshop, to empower listeners of the mindful fire podcast, to get clear on what their vision is for their future.
So if after listening to this episode, you feel that you want to dive deeper into this practice and you'd like to attend a workshop on this practice of envisioning, please let me know. I want to understand what would be most useful for you. You can let me know by reaching out to me at mindfulfirepodcas@gmail.com or reaching out to me on Instagram at @themindfulfirepodcast.
Martie also shares how she's worked with elders in her career, both as they explore what's next for their life and as they approached the end of their lives. She shares her thoughts on the gift of elderhood and how people who are younger can really learn from their elders and leverage that experience to improve how they live their lives.
Martie's also an end of life doula, which means that she works with people as they think about and approach the end of their lives. And as she tells us in the episode, none of us are going to get out of here alive. So it's really important that we use death as an advisor on how to live our lives.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend, Martie Adler, and I hope that you enjoyed as well.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
This guided meditation is a practice of offering kindness and compassion to those who are suffering.
With so much suffering happening in the world, the question of how I can help often leaves me feeling overwhelmed. But this simple practice of Metta, or loving kindness, which I learned from Sharon Salzberg and others, is a way of offering kindness and compassion to those who need it. Think of it as sending out kindness or good vibes to those who are suffering. It’s incredibly powerful. Not only does it feel good and put positive energy into the universe, it orients your mind towards kindness and helping. Training this muscle of compassion makes it more likely that you’ll recognize opportunities to help those in need in your own part of the world when the situation arises.
In this practice we begin by settling the mind by checking in with ourselves and then eventually finding our way to the peace of the breath. Then we switch gears into the loving kindness compassion practice which we direct towards our self, someone suffering in our life and finally to all those who are suffering in the world.
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think. Drop me a DM on Instagram @themindfulfirepodcast and don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday!
Be well, my friends.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m so glad you’re here.
On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m joined by my new friend JG Larochette, the founder of Mindful Life Project, a direct service mindfulness non-profit teaching mindfulness and compassion to over 11,000 kids across 25 schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and across the US.
I am so blown away by the work that JG and Mindful Life Project are doing to support young people with mindfulness and compassion, that I’ll be matching all donations up to $500. And because of the generosity of my employer, Google, my $500 will be matched as well, effectively tripling the impact of your donation. All donations are tax deductible and will go directly to bringing mindfulness and compassion to more students across the country.
Please follow these instructions to ensure JG knows how many donations they received that will be matched by me (up to $500) and which will also be matched by Google as well.
Steps to 3X your donation to Mindful Life Project online:
- Go directly to Mindful Life Project’s Donate Page
- Select your donation amount
- Check the box “Add a dedication”
- Choose “On Behalf Of” and enter “Mindful FIRE”
- Enter your payment information
- Submit your donation
If you prefer to mail a check:
- Make the check out to “Mindful Life Project”
- Include “Mindful FIRE” on the memo line.
- Mail your check to:
- Mindful Life Project
- 124 Washington Avenue, Suite B
- Richmond, California 94801
In today’s episode JG shares how he came to mindfulness in his own life after finding himself burned out after teaching for a number of years in the Richmond public schools, which he absolutely loved. And he shares how finding the practice inspired him to bring it into his classroom and how he, together with his third graders came up with the idea that grew into the Mindful Life Project.
JG also goes into detail about the two main programs Mindful LIfe Project offers, RISE UP and Mindful Community, which bring age-appropriate and culturally relevant mindfulness and compassion programs to students, teachers and parents at each of their partner schools.
He and I also discuss the challenges facing our education system, the differences between traditional and charter schools and his vision for how we can come together to create a more student and parent centered education system for everyone!
I really enjoyed this conversation with JG Larochette and am inspired by the work he and Mindful Life Project are doing. If you’re passionate about the power of mindfulness and want to support their work with children in schools, please consider donating whatever you can to Mindful Life Project
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
This guided meditation practice is an invitation to set everything in your busy life to the side for a little while and to rest in the incredible simplicity of this moment.
We all have so much going on in our lives: things to do, things to plan, things we’re worried about, kids and family to take care of, jobs to do, etc. The list is endless.
However, if we choose to, we can set aside everything that has come before and everything that is yet to come and just drop into this timeless moment of now, if only for one breath.
That’s what we’re practicing with this guided meditation practice. It’s my invitation to you to rest in the simplicity of having nothing to do besides resting in the awareness of just this in breath and just this out-breath, exactly as they are moment by moment by moment and breath by breath by breath.
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think. Drop me a DM on Instagram @themindfulfirepodcast.
Be well, my friends.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my new friend, Stephanie Nuesi.
Stephanie Nuesi is the founder and CEO of Max Up, a career coaching firm, whose mission is to maximize the potential of future leaders of the nation. She has interned in various top accounting firms, tech companies, and banks in New York city in California.
Stephanie is passionate about career coaching and public speaking. She has given over a hundred workshops and events in seven countries and has been a guest speaker for companies like Wiley, the AICPA, UBS. Stephanie has been featured on The Well, the CPA Journal, Josh Talks USA , and has helped over a thousand students and professionals from all over the world with their company Max Up, where she provides career coaching and professional development strategies and resources to help them land their dream careers.
Because of her passion in the community she's built around her work she was chosen as a 2019 Forbes under 30 scholar.
Stephanie's mission is to create an impact in the world one person at a time.
In this conversation. Stephanie shares her journey through life in which she was born and raised in the Dominican Republic and moved to the United States at the age of 17, not speaking any English and was able to navigate the difficulties of adjusting to American society, finding her way into college and ultimately creating her own company, max up a career coaching service.
And Stephanie shares how she's recently landed her dream job at Google as a BOLD finance intern, which is what got her on my radar when I came across her on LinkedIn.
Stephanie also shares her thoughts on building resilience and how to respond to rejection because ultimately when you're applying for jobs and colleges, rejection is part of the game and it's certainly part of life.
Stephanie also shares a lot of really practical advice on how to use LinkedIn as a tool to find jobs and to position yourself as a thought leader.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my new friend, Stephanie Nuesi, and I hope that you enjoy it as well.
Connect with Stephanie Nuesi
- Stephanie’s Company Max Up
- Stephanie's Linkedin Profile
- Stephanie’s Instagram
Books Mentioned
- The Simple Path to Wealth
More from The Mindful FIRE Podcast
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
As we transition seasons from Spring to Summer, what are you carrying that is no longer serving you? It may be the weight of things you said you would do or change when at the start of the year. It may be obvious or it may be more subtle.
I know that I personally have been noticing a story in my head about all the things I told myself I would do this year and did not get to yet. I've even been feeling bad about not meditating as regularly as I would like. As I pause during this period of transition from Spring to Summer, I've asked myself a wise question, shared by a friend many years ago, "Is this useful?". The reality is, it's not. With that awareness, can I choose to be kind and compassionate to myself and simply let it go?
That's what today's meditation is all about. It's a self compassion practice that invites you to let go of anything that is not serving you as you transition into the summer and the second half of the year. I hope you receive it as an invitation to be kinder and gentler with yourself, because you're carrying a lot this year and last year. Put some of that weight down and move forward fresh.
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“It forced me to be intentional about every choice that I make and that every choice can have a consequential impact. Obviously not everything is gonna be life-changing, but at least treat every decision, every moment that life presents you with the attention it deserves.” - Eric Sanabria
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m so glad you’re here.
In today’s episode I’m joined by my good friend Eric Sanabria. Eric and I used to work together at Google and now Eric is the Chief Business Officer for Oyster Financial in Mexico city.
In this episode, Eric and I explore how he came to learn to trust himself and his intuition about what he really needed during a difficult period in his life and how he ultimately took a three month sabbatical from his work at Google and how that sabbatical redefined his life and his priorities.
Eric felt this need within himself to take a break and he trusted this intuition and this feeling of simply one to take some time off, turn inward and to go to Mexico, to play his guitar. And that's exactly what he did.
One thing that stands out to me about this whole conversation is how important it is to take a step back sometimes to slow down, to create some space where we can turn down the volume and the busy-ness so that we can see more clearly what's going on in our minds and our hearts and our bodies.
And really that's what he did with this three months sabbatical. He cleared some space to go to Mexico, to play music, to work on the book, the artist's way, which included a lot of journaling and self exploration. And he really came to understand what's important to him, what he wants to get out of life and make some pretty big changes, ultimately resulting in him living and working in Mexico.
In this episode, Eric share some concrete practices for how you can tap into what it is you need, what it is you want, and to work through some of the limiting beliefs that might be coming up that tell you that you shouldn't pursue what you feel you need and how to deal with that using journaling, mindfulness and other techniques .
I really enjoyed this episode with my friend Eric sanabria. I think there's a lot of wisdom here. I learned a lot. It was a very reflective episode for me. I hope that you enjoy it as well.
Connect with Eric Sanabria
- Eric’s Linkedin Profile
- Eric’s Instagram
- Eric’s Music (Slowlode) on Spotify
Books Mentioned
- The Artist’s Way
- The Simple Path to Wealth
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond I'm your host, Adam and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my new friend, Joyce Marter, a psychotherapist entrepreneur, author, and speaker who has helped millions take control and lead abundant and joyful lives.
Joyce is a licensed clinical professional counselor for over 20 years. And she's the founder of urban balance, a counseling practice. She launched in 2004 with just $500 while having $50,000 in student loans, . She grew urban balanced to over a hundred therapists, working from locations across the United States and ultimately sold urban balance to refresh mental health in 2017, where it grosses over $5 million annually
And Joyce is also the author of the upcoming book. The financial mindset fix a mental fitness program for an abundant life, which will be coming out in July of this year. You can, pre-order her book at financialmindsetfix.com or wherever you get your books.
You can find the full show notes for today's episode, including all the links, books, and resources we discussed in the episode at Mindful fire.org/30.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend Joyce Marter , and I hope that you enjoyed as well.
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On today's guided meditation we practice sending compassion and loving kindness to the people of India who are suffering terribly under the overwhelming 4th wave of COVID-19. This practice of sending them well wishes nourishes your own heart and combats a feeling of helplessness.
It may not immediately solve the issue but it orients your mind towards compassion, towards helping those who are suffering. That is powerful
In this practice we first settle our mind and body. After some time we transition to cultivating compassion through the practice of loving kindness (metta). We expand our circle of care, starting with ourselves, out until we include all the people suffering in India and ultimately all people, everywhere.
I hope you find this supportive during these difficult times.
Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode. I'm joined by my friend Ruchika Sikri.
Ruchika is the founder of Mandala Ventures. After a successful corporate career of 25 plus years at Google, Microsoft and Cisco, she was following her life's purpose and mission to create a better world by supporting globally accessible mindfulness, compassion and wellness offerings.
Ruchika's inspiration to do this work comes from leading wellbeing and mindfulness learning programs and strategy at Google for eight plus years out of her 15 years at the. company.
Ruchika has successfully architected, facilitated and curated several wellbeing and mindfulness programs for over 120,000 employees at Google. She helped establish a self-sustaining culture where tens of thousands of Googlers regularly practice mindfulness for better wellbeing, healthy interpersonal relationships and sustainable high performance.
Outside of Google she's activating communities of wellness and mindfulness learning and practice in workplaces by accelerating growth of wellness, innovation, and good for humans technology and by cultivating physical and digital spaces for human flourishing and healing.
Ruchika is a board member and advisor to several nonprofits that empower women living in shelters, support mental health of at-risk students and provide a safe home to orphan children around the world. She also advises the founders of wellness technology and conscious living startups.
Ruchika is also a mother of two loving kids and lives with her wonderful husband and the Bay area of California.
In today's episode, Ruchika and I explore her journey through life, which started in India and led her to the United States and ultimately working for Google. And she shares how she came to find out about mindfulness when she really needed it after finding out herself, working 15 to 16 hours, when Google was just a small, fast growing company of around 5,000 people.
She shares how following her interest in this area ultimately led her to getting a job leading wellbeing and mindfulness programs at Google.
In this conversation, Ruchika also share some very practical tips on how we can start to bring our own passion and purpose into our workplaces to create our own programs that can impact the wellbeing and lives of those who we interact with and work with on a daily basis.
I've seen this in my own life. Getting involved in these programs has really allowed me to have a deeper sense of purpose at work beyond just the normal job aspect of things.
You can find the full show notes for today's episode, including any links, books, or resources mentioned in the episode at mindfulfire.org/28.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend Ruchika Sikri, and I hope that you enjoyed as well.
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Have you been thinking about giving meditation a try? Meaning to try it?
Or have you tried it and meant to get back to it? To establish a regular practice?
If so, this practice is for you.
I recorded this practice, a guided introduction, as an invitation to anyone who wants to try meditation and mindfulness, whether they've tried it in the past.
I chose to keep it incredibly simple since after all, mindfulness is really simple. It's really just paying attention to the present moment with an attitude of openness, curiosity and kindness.
I invite you to give meditation a try (or another try) with this short, easy to follow practice.
And if you do give it a try, let me know what you thought on instagram, @TheMindfulFIREPodcast.
mindfulness #meditation #guidedmeditation #trysomethingnew #meditationpractice
Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
On this episode of the Mindful Fire Podcast, I’m joined by my new friend Milena Regos, the founder of Unhustle. Milena tells us all about Unhustle, which she founded to help people avoid burnout in their work and fall in love with their job once again.
The topics discussed on this episode are:
The problem of “hustle culture”
How an internet-free trip helped her realize she didn’t need to work as much to be successful
How you can shift your mindset from the hustle mindset to the unhustle mindset
How most Americans hate their job and how the US compares to happy nations such as Finland
How to start your day with an unhustle morning ritual and SUNRISE steps
How Milena has built a business around the idea of Hustle
Milena’s free e-book
You can check out Milena’s website Unhustle.com where you can download the free e-book which features 7 cases of people who adopted the Unhustle mindset path which led to improved well being and success in work and business.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
Join me for this guided loving kindness meditation practice where we send kind well wishes to first ourselves and then to a series of other people and groups of people.
Ultimately we send love and kindness to those people affected by gun violence, which is really all of us, at least in the US. None of us can truly live without some level of fear that it could happen to us or in our community.
I hope you find this supportive and would love to hear what you think! Send me a message at mindfulfirepodcast@gmail.com.
enoughisenough #compassion #meditation #guidedmeditation #gunviolence #kindness #lovingkindnessmeditation #lovingkindness #loveandkindness
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho, and I'm so glad you're here. On today's episode. I'm joined by my friend, Kerri Jacobs. Who's actually a former manager of mine. I'm really excited to have her on the podcast.
Kerri Jacobs has been leading high performing teams at Google in London, New York city, and now the Bay area for over 12 years. Her obsession with empathy and leadership and inclusion in every aspect of life led her to create the program, leading with empathy and to roll it out to leaders at Google.
Kerri is also a member of the 2021 class of Stanford University's CCARE in collaboration with ACA's applied compassion training for architects and ambassadors of applied compassion. A Scot from penny cook. She used to read books, watch films, and see a lot of Broadway shows. But these days, mainly anxiously scrolls, Twitter, and comfort eats.
In her life before business, she taught dance sang in piano bars and wrote a dance and education syllabus for Scottish education curriculum. For primary school teachers. Kerri's facilitation style is not to lecture. She shares horror stories and LOL worthy moments from her own life as a manager, parent, and partner, and keeps it as real as one can, when video conferencing from a garage.
In this episode, Kerri and I explore what empathy is and why it's more important than ever to bring empathy into our interactions with the people we work with. And how really small changes, really just being more thoughtful about how we're interacting with those we work with and those that work for us can make a huge difference and making people feel seen, heard, and cared for. Kerri also shares a number of practices that we can use to create greater empathy and connection with those that we work with.
And she shares how leading with empathy in this way can really not only impact your relationship with that one person, but can also transform your business and the success you're having as a business.
Kerri and I explore how she used to be super skeptical about all of this mindfulness stuff and how she actually came to understand the value of it in her own life when she found herself physically and mentally burnt out from work. How mindfulness really helped her in her recovery and led her to explore and create more meaning in her life and her work through this leading with empathy program.
Now more than ever before the demand is so great for this, she's finding herself being reached out to by people outside of Google, and it started leading trainings outside for other companies and organizations as well.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend, Kerri Jacobs. It was such a treat to be able to have a conversation with a leader that I've actually worked for. I hope that you enjoy it as well.
Kerri’s Website - LeadingWithEmpathy.com
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
Join me for this guided meditation, designed to support you if you’re feeling burned out by the pandemic.
In many conversations I’m having at work and with friends outside of work, I’m finding that many people are feeling burned out.
And you know what, I’m feeling it too. After a year of working full-time from home and parenting full-time as well, and of course dealing with the background environment of the pandemic. It’s a lot.
I put together this short practice to allow you to set aside everything going on and to just create space for yourself to sit and rest in the simplicity this moment.
I hope you find this supportive. Let me know what you think!
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my new friend, Cara Bradley. Cara is a leading authority of mental fitness having led thousands to her signature strategies to work and play in flow.
She shares her 30 years of body brain training with fortune 500 companies, startups and premier college sports teams. Cara's expertise includes science back tools for optimal performance, including nervous system flow, state, and mindfulness training. In addition to strategies to optimize the gut brain connection.
She's the author of the book On The Verge, Wake Up, Show Up and Shine, founder of the award winning verge yoga center and host of the On The Verge Mental Fitness Podcast.
On this episode, Cara and I explore the idea of mental fitness, an area she's dedicated most of her career to. We learn what it is and how we can practice it.
We also explore the connection between our gut and our brain.
And we spend a good bit of time talking about the flow state and Cara shares, how mindfulness and meditation help us to identify our own flow triggers and the activities that put us in a state of flow. And she shares a number of practices, including breathwork practices.
Cara also generously offered to share her mental fitness protocol with our audience. And you can get that at mindfulfire.org/cara.
Finally Cara shares her thoughts and experience building a business around the ideas of teaching and sharing mental fitness. And she shares how she used her award-winning yoga studio, which she started just around the time that yoga was becoming mainstream in the United States, as a laboratory for developing a deeper understanding and practice around mental fitness, health, and wellbeing.
You can find all of the resources, books and practices shared in this episode mindfulfire.org/22.
I really enjoyed this episode with my new friend, Cara Bradley. I hope that you enjoy it as well.
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Join me for this short 10 minute guided meditation on self compassion. We're usually so very hard on ourselves so I hope you'll take this short break to practice a little kindness towards yourself.
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"Liberating masculinity is not a product. It's a process of growing up and a process of growing down. Growing up is having life experiences. Growing down as finding deeper meaning and involvement." - Ed Adams
Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho and I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by Ed Adams and Ed Frauenheim, the authors of the book, Reinventing Masculinity, The Liberating Power of Compassion and Connection.
On today's episode, we explore something a little bit different. We explore what it means to be a man and how the idea of masculinity is changing and how that benefits both men and women alike.
While today's conversation isn't directly about financial independence or mindfulness, although we do touch on both of those topics, it really explores what it means to show up fully in our life. Are we carrying the beliefs and ways of being that society is telling us to do, rather than truly getting in touch with who we really are and what it means to be human.
I really enjoyed this conversation with Ed Frauenheim and Ed Adams, and I hope that you enjoyed it as well.
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This is a practice that invites you to stop and meet yourself in the only moment you have to live your life, right here, right now. In this moment.
I hope you like it.
Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho. And I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my friend, Paul Summers, Paul and I met seven years ago when I was on a work trip for Google in Australia. As you'll hear in the interview, Paul and I bonded over Portuguese chicken, one of my favorites.
I'm really excited to bring you this conversation with Paul today because Paul has a really interesting way of looking at life. I've always found him to be just a very carefree go with the flow, takes things as they come, type of person. Always very interested in learning, growing, learning from other people's perspectives.
We cover a lot of ground including:
- Paul’s career progression
- How he knew it was time to leave Google
- What Paul is now up to
- What Public value is and why it’s important?
- How there are actually many different types of value beside financial value
- Paul’s thoughts about the epidemic of overstressed and overworked people
This conversation did not disappoint and I hope that you enjoy it.
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Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m so glad you’re here.
We spend so much time and energy DOING. This short meditation is a practice of JUST BEING.
Give it a try. :)
May you be healthy and safe. May you live your life with ease.
Adam
Host of The Mindful FIRE Podcast
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Welcome to the mindful fire podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho. And I'm so glad you're here.
As I mention in today’s episode, I’d love to hear from you. Please subscribe to my email list and reply to my weekly email with any insights, feedback or questions I can potentially help with.
On today's episode, I'm joined by my friend, Keith Horan, who joined me on episode one of the podcast. I'm excited to bring Keith back on the podcast today to check up with him, to check in with him on everything that's happened.
Since we last spoke over the last year, Keith made a ton of progress in growing his community, the mindfulness community.com, where he helps people stick to their meditation practice and learn more and go deeper with their practice. Keith also recently launched his own podcast called Keith and the mindfulness community, which you can find wherever you get your podcasts in this conversation, he shares his motivation for creating this, what it's all about and what he hopes to achieve with the podcast.
We check in on how Keith's mindfulness practice has evolved over the last year and how he's taken the steps to get help from a coach to reinvigorate and deepen his mindfulness practice.
I really enjoyed this conversation with my friend, Keith Horan, and I hope that you enjoyed as well.
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Get in touch with Keith at KeithHoran.com
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m so glad you’re here.
One way to speed up your journey to financial independence is to train yourself to spot opportunities and to take action when you find them. This could be a new job, reconnecting with an old friend or colleague or trying a side hustle. When your mind is ready to see opportunities, the possibilities are endless.
Today’s guided meditation trains your mind to be ready to see opportunities everywhere and to take action to move your life in the direction you want. I do this practice everyday and it’s impact on my life cannot be overstated. During a time when I was at one of the lowest points in my adult life this practice helped me train my mind to be ready to see opportunity and to take action to move my life forward. I’ll share more about the full story of that in the near future.
Today’s meditation is an affirmations practice, which I think of as practicing the thoughts & beliefs that I want to embody in my life. This type of practice can be used to practice any thoughts or beliefs we want to show up with in our lives, as we did in another affirmations practice I shared previously.
In this particular meditation we will focus on practicing the thoughts:
- The world is abundant with opportunity. My life and work are abundant with opportunity.
- I take action in my life, which leads to learning progress and growth.
This practice takes advantage of the fact that our brains are predictive. Our brains are constantly predicting what is most likely to happen and setting in motion the thoughts, perceptions, emotions and even physiological responses for what is expected.
I like to think of it this way...We’re telling ourselves stories about how our life is going to be and then acting out those stories. The good news is that we can use this feature of our brain to be intentional about the stories we tell ourselves and put our predicting brain to work for us.
I hope you enjoy this powerful practice. I plan to share more content around the idea of putting your predicting brain to work for you as you pursue financial independence. Subscribe to our email list to be notified when this becomes available.
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“One of the best things that you can do for your financial independence is to look at what's out there that is sustainable, that you can make a good living at, and that you can make a difference in.” - Val Coelho
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m so glad you’re here.
On today’s episode I’m again joined by my dad, Val Coelho for part 2 of our conversation. As a reminder, in part 1 of our conversation we dove into his story of coming to the United States from Portugal at age 24, meeting my mother while working on the cruise ships and how they eventually started a business that provided a financially secure life for our family. If you haven’t listened to that yet, I recommend checking it out, since it provides context for what we discuss in this episode.
In this episode, Val and I explore the lessons about money he learned growing up in a family in Portugal during a very tumultuous time for the country. We also explore the money lessons he tried to teach my brother and I. We even discussed one of my first big purchases, a $600 sound system with two 12-inch subwoofers for my tiny GMC Sonoma truck.
We also get his thoughts on the FIRE (financial independence retire early) movement. I was eager to hear his thoughts on this, since he and my mother are still working as small business owners and are hoping to retire soon, around regular retirement age. In the discussion, he brought up a great point about privilege and the fact that most people don’t have the luxury of thinking about retirement at all, since they’re focused on surviving under very difficult circumstances.
Val also shares:
- His top advice for those early on the path to financial independence
- His advice for those getting started with mindfulness
- One thing he’s grateful for
- His philosophy that “What other people think of me is none of my business”
I really enjoyed the second part of my conversation with my dad, Val Coelho and I hope you enjoy it as well.
Each Tuesday I release a guided meditation or inspiring interview on the topic of mindfulness and the financial independence retire early (FIRE) movement. Subscribe for future meditations and episodes!
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Our body is constantly giving us rich information (raw data) about what’s going on inside us; what we’re feeling. If we pay attention, we can use that information to guide our thinking and actions more effectively. Unfortunately most of the time we are unaware of all of this information because we simply aren’t paying attention. We haven’t trained ourselves to tune into the body and to our emotions in the body.
For me personally this has always been a challenge. I’m just not naturally very aware of feelings and emotions in my body. When I practice being aware, through this practice of the body scan, I find that I’m more in tune with what I’m feeling when things happen in my life. For example, I can notice myself getting nervous before a presentation. The more I practice this the more easily I notice feelings. When I’m aware of them, I can use that information. In the example above, if I notice that I’m feeling nervous, I can take a few deep breaths to calm myself down.
The ability to bring a kind awareness to our body, especially to emotions in the body, is an incredibly powerful skill. Like all skills it can be developed with practice. When we practice being aware of sensations and emotions in our body, we gain access to rich information that will allow us to navigate our emotions rather than being driven blindly by them.
In today’s practice I share a 15 minute guided body scan practice. We begin by settling the mind on the breath. Then we slowly scan our bodies with an attitude of openness, curiosity and kindness, feeling whatever sensations we feel, from the feet to the top of the head. I hope you find this practice helpful
I’d love to hear how it was for you and if you find it easy or hard to sense emotions in your body?
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“There's also this idea of neuroplasticity. It's something we talk a lot about in mindfulness, which is that you have the power to change your brain based on what you pay attention to.” - Julia Li
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
In this episode, I'm joined by my friend, Julia Li.
Julia and I met a few years ago when a mutual friend of ours introduced us because she was interested in becoming a facilitator of the popular course search inside yourself, which is an emotional intelligence course at Google, which teaches emotional intelligence through mindfulness.
I'm excited to bring you this interview with Julia, because she's at a point in her life where she's about to make a big move. She's about to leave Google and switch into a totally different space of sustainability.
And this conversation goes into a lot of different areas, but it really. Points to the importance of creating sustainability within your own life. Being intentional and thoughtful about how you're spending your time and figuring out what's important to you and where you want to go with your life. Julia share some really practical tips and practices for envisioning the future that you want to live, including thinking about how you want to feel in the future and how we can start to bring those feelings and practices into our life right now.
Julia and I are planning on recording another episode, maybe five or six months down the road, once she's taken this time off and started thinking about embarking on her next chapter in the sustainability space.
So definitely subscribe so that you can see that future episode as well. And see what Julia is up to in the future.
In this episode we explore:
- How Julia and I know each other
- How her interest in mindfulness led Julia to work at Google.
- Julia’s intentional approach to work and her time at Google.
- How she’s decided that she will leave Google to pursue a career in environmental sustainability.
- Her plans to take 3 months off and how she plans to use that time to figure out her approach to entering the sustainability field
- Practices that have helped her
- A whole lot more
Connect to what Julia’s up to online:
- Instagram - @wjulia
Books Mentioned:
- The Simple Path To Wealth by JL Collins
- Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin (Godmother of FIRE Movement)
- The Power of Now by Eckart Tolle
Full show notes at MindfulFIRE.org/15
Intentions are incredibly powerful when set clearly and practiced often. They allow us get clear on what we want and how we want to show up in our lives. By setting intentions we orient our minds in a particular direction, which makes it much more likely that we will show up in that way.
Join Adam Coelho for this guided meditation practice where we set our intention for 2021 and then practice sitting in that intention. What I mean by "sitting in the intention" is imagining that the intention we're setting is infusing every cell of our body. We practice feeling the intention in our body, making it alive in us, now in the present moment, at a physiological level. Then we practice visualizing ourselves living out that intention in our lives.
Finally we finish the practice with a short self compassion practice of loving kindness and then send that compassion out to all beings in the world.
I hope you enjoy the practice and welcome your feedback.
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“We have the knowledge we need and want. We just need to trust it.” Morgan Bricca
Welcome to The Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I'm your host, Adam Coelho. I'm so glad you're here.
On today's episode. I have a bonus for you. I've invited back my friend Morgan Bricca, who joined us on episode 6 and 7 of the podcast.
And I've invited her back to share her approach to year-end reflection and planning.
I've compiled all of the learnings and tips into a short PDF guide that you can download at MindfulFIRE.org/2020
Join Adam Coelho for this short guided meditation focused on mindfulness and gratitude as we approach the end of 2020.
Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy and wonderful new year ahead.
Thank you so much for supporting the show by listening and sharing with your friends.
Show notes at mindfulfire.org
“Life is what happens to you when you are busy making other plans” - Val Coelho (my dad)
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
On this episode I’m joined by my dad, Val Coelho, on his birthday, November 15th. That day was also my 10th anniversary of working at Google so it was a good day to have a reflective conversation. I’m breaking our conversation into 2 parts to make each episode more focused.
This first episode, Part 1 of our conversation is all about my dad’s adventure of coming to America and building a life here. It took a lot of guts to leave behind everyone he knows. Part 2 will be released in 2 weeks and focus on Val’s thoughts about money lessons and the FIRE movement. Subscribe below and we’ll let you know when Part 2 is available.
Val Coelho came to the United States from Portugal when he was 24 years old. He left working in a 5 star hotel in Portugal to come and work on the cruise ships in Miami. He meets my mom working in the dining room on the cruise ship. They fell in love and got married.
My dad worked at UPS for 14 years until he and my mother started a small business of assisted living facilities. Val shares the story of how they went from 0 facilities to 3 facilities in the first year and then to 6 facilities with 44 residents in 5 years.
I learned a lot and really enjoyed my dad’s stories. I hope that you enjoy it as well.
Make sure to subscribe below to receive Part 2 of my conversation with my dad in 2 weeks.
Full show notes at MindfulFIRE.org
Join Adam Coelho in this short guided meditation practice on gratitude & compassion. We begin by calming the mind and then bring up a feeling of gratitude and direct it at our body and mind. Then we finish the session by sending compassion to ourselves and to all those suffering during this challenging year 2020.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we dive into part 2 of my conversation with my friend, Nicholas Whitaker. If you haven’t yet listened to Part 1 of our conversation where we dig into Nick’s backstory of going from poverty to working at Google, you can check it out here. It’s one you don’t want to miss.
Nicholas has an incredible story of going from living in poverty, with housing insecurity and just scraping by, to changing his mindset and his entire life to ultimately be working at Google for the last 10 years.
For the past decade, Nicholas has leveraged the scale and resources of Google to support the journalism industry through high impact educational products, programs, and strategic partnerships, reaching more than half a million journalists worldwide.
Throughout his time at Google, Nicholas has also managed stress and anxiety through an active mindfulness practice, extensive study of emotional intelligence, resilience, and the impact of technology on well being as well as regular therapy.
He spends a portion of his time facilitating mental health talks, meditations, host experts in the industry to talk about mindfulness and resilience, and facilitate team development experiences to help teams and colleagues manage stress, cultivate trust and psychological safety, and learn more mindful ways to communicate. I'm also coaching a limited number of clients outside of Google.
In Part 2 of our conversation Nicholas and I dive into:
- How Nick thinks about Financial Independence Retire Early with what he calls a “modified FIRE approach”
- How and why Nick places a huge value on where he is spending his attention.
- Quote: “Attention is the cash value of time” - Sam Harris
- Nick’s practical advice for living in alignment with your values and using your attention wisely.
- The importance of becoming aware of the stories we’re telling ourselves
- Why Nick says everyone can benefit from therapy.
- How you can take an inventory of where you’re spending your attention with a time audit
- Why making sure you’re getting enough sleep is critical
- Bringing mindfulness into every moment of your life
- Designing your life intentionally by creating routines
- Why its so important to become aware of where I’m spending my time and attention.
- Nick’s mindfulness journey.
- Books that kicked off Nick’s mindfulness journey:
- Zen Mind Beginners Mind
- Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
And so much more. I hope you enjoy Part 2 of my conversation with my friend Nicholas Whitaker. As a reminder you can check out Part 1 here.
Check out Nick's website:
Need I say more?
2020 is brutal and life is crazy.
One thing is for sure.
You deserve a break!
Yeah YOU!
Here it is. Press play.
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“What are my values and what are my goals? Am I moving myself in that direction. If I'm not moving myself in that direction, what am I doing?” - Nicholas Whitaker
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we talk to my friend, Nicholas Whitaker. Nicholas has an incredible story of going from living in poverty, with housing insecurity and just scraping by, to changing his mindset and his entire life to ultimately be working at Google for the last 10 years.
For the past decade, Nicholas has leveraged the scale and resources of Google to support the journalism industry through high impact educational products, programs, and strategic partnerships, reaching more than half a million journalists worldwide.
Throughout his time at Google, Nicholas has also managed stress and anxiety through an active mindfulness practice, extensive study of emotional intelligence, resilience, and the impact of technology on well being as well as regular therapy.
He spends a portion of his time facilitating mental health talks, meditations, host experts in the industry to talk about mindfulness and resilience, and facilitate team development experiences to help teams and colleagues manage stress, cultivate trust and psychological safety, and learn more mindful ways to communicate. I'm also coaching a limited number of clients outside of Google.
In this episode Nicholas and I dive into:
- Nick’s philosophy on life: Figure out how I can have the most impact on the world around me, in a positive way. How can I do that in a sustainable way. Is there some reality where I could be doing that full time?
- Why he’s inspired by the quote “Chance favors the prepared mind”
- What is neuroplasticity and how does it shape our lives?
- How he went from poverty to financial stability
- How he used education as the first step to move forward
- How he developed awareness of his inner critic
- How the words of his mentor inspired him to think bigger about his life
- How do I make the most of the resources I do have in this moment and best set myself up for the future?
- What does Nick’s long term vision look like?
- How he thinks about quality of life investments
- Advice to someone who feels stuck in his/her life
- Advice to someone getting started with Mindfulness
- Advice to someone on the path to financial independence
And so much more. I hope you enjoy Part 1 of my conversation with my friend Nicholas Whitaker. Remember to subscribe to be the first to know when Part 2 is available.
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“Anytime we connect with others, if we're open to the possibility, we can find ways to benefit each other” - Valerie Poon
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
On this episode I’m joined by my friend Valerie Poon, who I met through a Grow with Google coaching session a few months back. Val and I connected about our shared interest in mindfulness and financial independence.
After our conversation, I knew I had to bring her on the podcast to share her perspective on FIRE and mindful living as a young person. The concepts and practices surrounding mindfulness and financial independence are powerful at any age but starting early makes an incredible difference. I often think how powerful it would have been for me to have the knowledge and practices of FIRE and mindfulness early in my twenties.
Val is currently a student in her last year at OCAD University where she studies design. On top of her studies she’s keeping herself busy with exploring social innovation, emotional intelligence, community building, sustainability and youth empowerment.
In this episode Val and I dive deep into living intentionally amidst a world full of uncertainty.
In this episode we explore:
- The concept of uncertainty, including what the ocean has to teach us about it as a part of life.
- That there is power in trusting in the uncertain nature of the world.
- What a 10 day silent meditation retreat taught me (Adam) about uncertainty and the constantly changing nature of experience
- How Val attempts to infuse her life with intentionality, from how she starts her day to how she approaches her time at university and with each person she interacts with
- My thoughts on living intentionally as a practice of making the most of each moment and this one life I have to live.
- How Val sees being a student as a tremendous amount of opportunity to experiment, learn and grow and fail with a supportive safety net while being surrounded by other people who are there to learn as well.
- How Val is working on a design project to explore how we can make our relationship with technology more mindful.
- How Val approaches networking or rather “connecting with curiosity” and how she aims to add value to everyone she interacts with, especially mentors.
- How Val thinks about pursuing financial independence as a 23 year old student
- My (Adam) thoughts on pursuing financial independence mindfully
This episode was a great reminder to me of the simple ways we can all choose to be a bit more intentional to make the most of each moment and this one life we have to live. I learned so much from this conversation and I hope you do as well.
Full show notes at
Feeling stressed or worried about tomorrow’s presidential election? You’re not alone.
That’s why I created a special mindfulness and compassion guided meditation practice and am releasing it a day early. Please share it! #ShareKindness
No matter who you support in this election, Biden or Trump, blue or red, I made this meditation for you and you’re welcome here. I hope you find it supportive during this stressful time.
It starts with a simple mindfulness practice of checking in with yourself and noticing how you’re feeling. Then I invite you to relax into peace and ease with each exhale. Finally I guide you through a simple compassion practice where you’ll practice sending compassion to yourself, people who agree with you, people who don’t and finally all beings.
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think! Please share your feedback with me in the comments below.
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“I found that work was an ability for me to bring out my spiritual teachings and share my values with other people.”
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we talk to my friend, Colm Dolan who was one of the first people I met when joining Google back in 2010. Colm is a former Googler and founder of Publift - an adtech business that helps online publishers build sustainable revenue streams. He is an ad ops veteran and sports fanatic with a passion for self-improvement and creating better life situations for all.
I’m excited to share this episode with Colm where we explore his entrepreneurial and mindfulness journey both of which started after he and I had dinner together in Sydney, Australia 7 years ago. After that dinner he quit his job and set out on his own path. His mindfulness practice developed alongside his business and provided incredible support to him and all of the people that his business touches.
In this episode Colm and I dive into:
- Colm’s thoughts on how entrepreneurship is a spiritual path in it’s own right
- How there is so much learning and growth that come from building a business and dealing with the challenges that come along with it.
- Why Colm has found it essential to build structure in the your day
- How Colm thinks about his metal diet to keep a healthy mind by avoiding news and social media
- Why Colm says it’s important to find a few minutes of mindfulness throughout the day to reset and flush out the “mental build up” that comes from living and working in the modern world.
- How to discover what your values are and how you can check in with yourself from time to time to see if you are actually living in alignment with those values
- How Colm learned his core values from his parents who ran a bed and breakfast in western Ireland.
- How Colm led his teammates to develop the company values and how they built them into every aspect of their work from big decisions, one on ones and team meetings and more.
- How advice from a friend helped Colm realize that he can combine his passion for mindfulness with his business instead of having to leave the company to focus on them.
- How Colm creates a culture where people can learn and grow while having fun and making an impact
- Colm’s top advice for people starting out with meditation and mindfulness
- Colm’s top advice for people pursuing financial independence
- The advice Colm would give to his younger self
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Colm Dolan.
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In this 18 minute guided meditation, Adam Coelho leads us through the practice of visualizing how we’d like to show up in our lives. I generally consider this an affirmations practice, one in which I’m affirming the belief or way of being I’d like to cultivate in my life. It’s also a great meditation to try if you enjoyed the last episode of the podcast with Frazer Kirkman on Brain Programming.
This session begins with a simple mindfulness of breath practice, simply resting in awareness of the sensations of breathing in the body. No where we need to go, nothing we need to do, simply observing this in breath and this out breath, as it is, right now.
After settling the mind on the breath, I invite you to bring to mind a belief or way of being you’d like to embody as you show up in your life. Then I guide you as you practice visualizing yourself embodying that belief in the past, present and future. You’ll practice seeing how you’ve lived that belief in the past, how you’re living it in the present and how you will live it in the future.
This is an incredibly powerful practice and one that I do most days. This practice had a profound impact on me during one of the most difficult times in my life. The more we practice visualizing ourselves living out these beliefs, including providing evidence to our mind’s of times we’ve lived them in the past, the more we orient our minds to living them out in the future.
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think! Please share your feedback with me in the comments below.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we talk to my friend, Frazer Kirkman, a very interesting character who I met teaching meditation at work. Frazer is now a software engineer but has an incredibly interesting story which includes him traveling the world teaching mindfulness and positive thinking for 10 years while living an incredibly minimalist lifestyle.
In this episode Frazer and I dive into:
- What “brain programming” is and why it’s so powerful
- How we can use mindfulness to become aware of our current “programming”
- How we can choose a different “program” for our minds that will take our lives in a different direction
- How “brain programming” can be applied to any area of our life
- How Frazer traveled the world for 10 years teaching mindfulness and positive thinking
- How Frazer lived on less than 10k per year
- Frazer’s thoughts on the positives and negatives of being a minimalist
- Frazer’s thoughts on the Financial Independence Retire Early movement
- How Frazer builds community in his life and has a ton of fun while spending almost no money
- His thoughts on what it means to be and have enough
- How we can be more intentionally loving to our partners and people we care about
- Frazer’s top advice for people starting out with meditation and mindfulness
- Frazer’s top advice for people pursuing financial independence
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Frazer Kirkman.
Full Show Notes at MindfulFIRE.org
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond.
In this 20 minute guided meditation, Adam Coelho leads us through the practice of Open Awareness. This practice is a bit different than what we’ve practiced in past weeks but I think you’ll really enjoy it.
As you may know, meditation is not something mystical or magical, it’s simply mental training. It’s literally exercise for your brain, specifically the mental muscles of attention and meta-attention.
Attention, everyone understands, as simply directing your focus to a particular object, for example the breath. Meta-attention however is “the attention of attention” or the ability to know your attention has wandered.
Both the mindfulness practice I posted a few weeks ago and this practice train the mental muscles of attention and meta-attention, but do so in different ways, much like different exercises at the gym can strengthen certain muscles in your body.
This practice begins with focusing our mind on the breath. From there we expand out until we’re resting in an open, choiceless awareness. In this open awareness, we’re practicing simply observing our experience as it comes, stays for a moment and then moves along. We notice the breath, sounds, sensations in the body, and thoughts in the mind as they come and go.
I find this practice very helpful, especially when I want to be creative or would like to open my mind to new possibilities. That’s not exactly the point of the practice but I find it to be a nice side effect. The point is, as with most mindfulness practices, to develop awareness of what’s happening right now with an attitude of openness, curiosity and kindness.
I hope you enjoy this practice and would love to hear what you think on Facebook or LinkedIn (#mindfulFIRE)
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
In this episode, I’m again joined by my friend Morgan Bricca for Part 2 of our conversation. Today we explore the idea of “Craftsmanship”, which I think of pursuing and getting better at something for its own sake. For Morgan, her primary focus for craftsmanship is painting beautiful murals that make an impact but she has also applied craftsmanship to her blog, podcast and now a book she wrote and will release in the near future. In this episode we focus on craftsmanship as it relates to podcasting, since I’m new to the game and learning so much with every episode (BTW, thanks for being here!).
In today’s episode you’ll also learn quite a bit about me including things that even some of my close friends don’t know. That’s because Morgan turns the tables on me and starts asking me questions that make me reflect on some of the limiting beliefs I have about money, self-improvement and what it means to be and have enough. I’ve got to be honest, things get pretty real but I learned a ton about myself.
If you haven’t yet listened to Episode 6, I recommend checking it out to learn more about how Morgan applies the principles of financial independence and mindfulness in her life to live a life filled with alignment and purpose.
As a reminder, Morgan Bricca is a mural artist, meditator, blogger, author and podcaster in the San Francisco Bay Area. She discovered Financial Independence early on in life and immediately applied the principles in her life, which allowed her to reclaim her time and ultimately leave a job that was unfulfilling to pursue being a professional mural artist. Now, Morgan enjoys life on her terms and has built a mural painting business that allows her to work part-time while earning six figures and making an impact in the community.
In today’s episode Morgan and I dive into:
- What “Craftsmanship” means
- Why Morgan feels “Craftsmanship” is about growing and improving in the long run
- And why that means we should not put so much pressure on ourselves in the short term
- What Morgan learned from her reaction to a slow “clunker” blocking her way on the highway
- The question of “What is enough?” and how it applies to a lot more than just money
- How we can ease up and be kinder towards ourselves
- Why it’s important to invest time and money into yourself and the skills you’re interested in
- How Adam’s fear of spending money prevents him from investing in himself
- Some of the limiting beliefs Adam has discovered after many years of meditation and listening to the thoughts inside his head
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Morgan Bricca.
Join Adam Coelho for a 20 minute guided meditation in which we practice a Tibetan practice called Tonglen in which we imagine ourselves transforming suffering into love and kindness and sending that love and kindness out into the world.
During this practice we begin by calming the mind and then transition to the Tonglen practice in which we imagine ourselves breathing in suffering, transforming it into love and kindness and sending it back out into the world. We close by practicing embodying hopefulness and sending that out to those that need it most right now. I hope you find this guided practice to be supportive.
As a reminder, I will be releasing a new guided meditation practice every other week, alternating with a new podcast episode (Hit the Subscribe button!). Since this podcast is all about developing mindfulness and living the life that is ours to live, here and now, I share these practices with you in hopes you use them and grow in your own self awareness and self compassion.
I love taking requests when I lead meditations. Please share your feedback and requests for what you’d like me to focus on in the guided meditation by commenting at MindfulFIRE.org.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today I’m joined by my friend, Morgan Bricca, a mural artist, meditator, blogger, author and podcaster in the San Francisco Bay Area. Morgan discovered Financial Independence early on in life and immediately applied the principles in her life, which allowed her to reclaim her time and ultimately leave a job that was unfulfilling to pursue being a professional mural artist. Now, Morgan enjoys life on her terms and has built a mural painting business that allows her to work part-time while earning six figures and making an impact in the community.
Morgan and I had such a great conversation in which we covered too much for just one episode. So I broke it into two parts.
In this episode I bring you part 1 of my conversation with Morgan. In it, we explore how Morgan applies the principles of financial independence and mindfulness in her life to live a life filled with alignment and purpose.
In 2 weeks, I’ll share part 2 of our conversation in which we explore the idea of Craftsmanship.
In both episodes, Morgan turns the tables on me and things get pretty real. I share some of my biggest dreams and some of the limiting beliefs that have held me back from reaching my goals in the past.
In today’s episode Morgan and I dive into:
- How reading “Your Money or Your Life” by Vicki Robin changed how Morgan thinks about money and life
- How implementing what she learned in that book set her on the path towards financial independence and allowed her to leave her unfulfilling job in IT to pursue mural painting
- How I met Morgan and how that meeting influenced my path towards my dream of designing and building my own house
- How Morgan’s desire to be of service and make an impact directs her entire life
- How Morgan has reinvented herself as a blogger, podcaster and artist to explore her passion for mural art from many angles
- Why she believes that donating money to charity is the best way to clean up your own finances and what she learned from giving away 10% of her profits early in her career
- The dangers of focusing so much on the future and reaching financial independence that we miss the lives that are ours to live right now
- The power and choice we can all gain now by being on the path to financial independence
- Morgan’s advice on finding your purpose in life
- Morgan’s top advice for people pursuing FI
- Morgan’s top advice for people getting started with meditation and mindfulness
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Morgan Bricca.
Make sure to check out Morgan’s incredible murals by visiting her
Join Adam Coelho for a 20 minute guided meditation practice focusing on developing mindfulness and compassion, both for yourself and others. These are challenging times and we can all use a break and a reset I hope you find this guided practice to be supportive.
I will be releasing a new guided meditation practice every other week, alternating with a new podcast episode (Hit the Subscribe button!). Since this podcast is all about developing mindfulness and living the life that is ours to live, here and now, I share these practices with you in hopes you use them and grow in your own self awareness and self compassion as I am as well.
I love taking requests when I lead meditations. Please share your feedback and requests for what you’d like me to focus on in the guided meditation.
Please share this with your friends and write us a 5 Star review on Apple Podcasts!
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
On today’s episode I’m joined by my friend Laurie Stephens, the Executive Director of Hood River Education Foundation a non profit helping students in Hood River, Oregon. We had a great conversation exploring how they made it happen and how they went about designing their life both before and after retiring early including what career to pursue, where to retire to and what to do with all their free time once they made it happen.
Today’s episode is Part 2 of our conversation and in it we explore how Laurie and her husband Doug retired at the age of 40 and what they’ve been up to since.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- How Laurie reinvented herself over and over, pursing new types of work
- The great thing about living in a small town
- How Laurie is at a crossroads in her life and how she is thinking through what's next
- How having kids impacted Laurie and Doug’s journey to FI
- How they avoided the trap of lifestyle inflation and still do
- Why it's so important to reflect on what you want and why you want it
- How we can be open and ready to receive opportunities in our life
- Why self awareness is the foundational for both mindfulness and financial independence
Today’s Mindful FIRE Final Four:
- What Laurie most grateful for
- Laurie’s top advice for people just getting started on the path to Financial Independence
- Laurie’s top advice for those approaching financial independence
- Laurie’s thoughts on how mindfulness factors into financial independence and designing a life that you love
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Laurie Stephens.
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
On today’s episode I’m joined by my friend Laurie Stephens, the Executive Director of Hood River Education Foundation a non profit helping students in Hood River, Oregon. Today’s episode is Part 1 of conversation and in it we explore how Laurie and her husband Doug retired at the age of 40 and what they’ve been up to since. Part 2 of our conversation will be released next week so be sure to subscribe to our email list and on your favorite podcast player.
We had a great conversation exploring how they made it happen and how they went about designing their life both before and after retiring early including what career to pursue, where to retire to and what to do with all their free time once they made it happen.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- How Laurie and her husband Doug retired at 40 years old
- Her husband always knew that he wanted to have a life filled with play and used that desire to be intentional about his career path so he could make money and then retire to a life of play
- How Doug brought Laurie into this vision and helped her build confidence that retiring early was actually possible
- How the book “Your Money or Your Life” by Vicki Robin changed the way Laurie thought about life and money
- How Doug took
- What they’ve been up to in the 20 years since they retired
- How Laurie has thought about pursuing her passions through several post-career careers
- How Laurie and Doug chose where they wanted to retire to
- How knowing you can always get another job is incredibly powerful in pursuing early retirement
- Laurie’s thoughts on the difference between being frugal and being cheap
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Laurie Stephens.
Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we talk to my friend, Spencer Sherman, a financial advisor, mindfulness teacher and owner of Abacus Wealth Partners. Spencer lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. I learned so much from Spencer in this episode and I’m excited to share it with you.
In this show you’ll learn:
- How a huge fire in the office building where Spencer worked changed his life forever. And how and why he ran back into the building
- That most people believe that their net worth equals their self worth and how Spencer works with clients to change that belief system
- Why Spencer says that “enough” is the dirtiest word in the English language and how if we can practice “enough” in our lives we can see that we can and already do have it all, right now
- How our beliefs about money impact how we live our lives and that we can begin to change behavior just by recognizing and becoming aware of the behavior
- Some simple but powerful practices to start to bring more awareness and choice to your relationship with money and with others in relation to money.
- Spencer’s advice to save money and have a plan but recognize that the goal is to be with your life in this moment right now. Don’t live in the future
And so much more. I hope you enjoy my wonderful conversation with my friend Spencer Sherman.
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we talk to my friend, Lori Schwanbeck, a psychotherapist, mindfulness teacher, executive coach and curriculum designer in the San Francisco Bay Area.
In this show you’ll learn about how Lori
- First got interested in mindfulness
- Switched form a career in marketing and business to one in psychotherapy and mindfulness
- Intentionally designs her business and life to focus on what interests her most
- Combines multiple streams of income to produce a livelihood that supports her and allows her to do what she loves
And she will share:
- Her top advice for those who want to develop or sustain a meditation practice
- Her top advice for those who aspire to teach mindfulness as a career or side hustle.
How to get in touch with Loriˇ
http://lorischwanbeck.com/
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Welcome to the Mindful FIRE Podcast, where we explore living mindfully on the path to financial independence and beyond. I’m your host Adam Coelho and I’m glad you’re here.
Today we talk to a friend of mine, Keith Horan, a mindfulness teacher and MBSR instructor in Galway, Ireland.
In this show you’ll learn about:
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How Keith got into mindfulness and then spent over 20 years studying and practicing meditation and mindfulness.
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How he made the transition to teaching mindfulness professionally in schools and in businesses
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His top advice for those who practice mindfulness
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His top advice for those who aspire to teach mindfulness to others.
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Themindfulnesscommunity.com - A new online community Keith’s building to support people in their mindfulness practice.
I hope you enjoy our wonderful chat.
How to get in touch with Keith
www.KeithHoran.com
Themindfulnesscommunity.com
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Enjoy this 15 minute focused attention guided meditation. Train your brain and your muscles of attention and meta-attention by simply observing your breath.