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Podcast: A New Way of Being
Episode: The End of Self-Improvement: Joan Tollifson on the Art of Just Being
Description: In this episode, we explore a thought-provoking question: Is self-improvement really the path to happiness, or is it a trap that keeps us chasing something we already have?My guest is Joan Tollifson, an author, teacher, and lifelong explorer of the nature of being. Together, we discuss why the idea of “improving yourself” is inherently flawed, how meditation helps us access peace and creativity, and the value of simply taking some moment to 'be' in our lives.We also touch on:
What actually is the “self” we’re trying to improve?
Recognising the aware presence t...