Sometimes it feels like the divides between groups of thought are getting wider, conversations devolving into people shouting opposing views at each other and getting nowhere. In such a situation, how can we move towards healing the deep emotional/psychological/social/environmental/systematic/political wounds and traumas which we all face? On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David … Continue reading "Episode #25: Us versus them, and the middle way"

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Episode #25: Us versus them, and the middle way

For those who have something important to say and are earnestly seeking to find their audience, how can they stand out amidst all of the competing noise out there? On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses life as an introvert in an extroverted world and how to balance self-care with stretching … Continue reading "Episode #24: An introvert in an extroverted world"

Episode #24: An introvert in an extroverted world

In grief we can catch a rare, clear glimpse of the bigger picture and what really matters in life. On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses dealing with the death of a leader and answering the question that silently echoes after their final death throe that is, “What now?” If you found … Continue reading "Episode #23: The loss of a leader"

Episode #23: The loss of a leader

The world we live in is an infinitely large place and, when we consider its scale, our individual existences within it are minuscule and we can only witness small bits of the whole. On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the lifelong process of refining our subjective and limited perspectives through … Continue reading "Episode #22: Cultivating perspective"

Episode #22: Cultivating perspective

Do more of what makes you forget to check your phone. On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the importance of finding meaning in our actions and how we might discover our own passions by following the curious path of curiosity. If you found that this discussion resonated with you and would … Continue reading "Episode #21: The curious path of curiosity"

Episode #21: The curious path of curiosity

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the traditional Zen Night Chant and how it can be a useful tool in challenging each of us to live up to our potential.  Life has an expiry date, and we don’t want to only realize this when it is already too late. If … Continue reading "Episode #20: Embracing your potential"

Episode #20: Embracing your potential

Waves of creativity come and go, but if we look closely there is a pattern to the cycle. On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring poses his working theory on the source of creativity.  The question in question: where do original ideas come from and how can we work with that understanding to avoid getting … Continue reading "Episode #19: The ebb and flow of creativity"

Episode #19: The ebb and flow of creativity

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the classic psychology question with regards to our individual traits, “Nature or nurture?”  With recent advancements in the fields of genetics and neuroscience, we are finally able to look at specific innate qualities and begin to formulate clear answers as to where they arose from, … Continue reading "Episode #18: Overcoming our biology"

Episode #18: Overcoming our biology

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the despair that can arise when we consider world issues with such wide scopes that we feel powerless to change them.  Wary of the danger of slipping into paralysis and inaction, David brings the focus back to what we can actually do in our unique individual … Continue reading "Episode #17: The circle of influence"

Episode #17: The circle of influence

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the benefits of the reflective thought process and some pitfalls around it to be wary of.  This is a particularly timely discussion at a time of year where the age old question, “What is your New Year’s resolution?” is unavoidable. If you found that this discussion resonated with … Continue reading "Episode #16: Healthy reflection"

Episode #16: Healthy reflection

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses how every time you spend a dollar, you cast a vote for what you would like to see more of in the world. Also, check out our brand new PayPal donation page – a new way we’ve made available for you donate once or regularly. … Continue reading "Episode #15: Voting with your dollar"

Episode #15: Voting with your dollar

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the necessity of retreat in a world that idealizes busyness.

Episode #14: The necessity of retreat

On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses kaizen: the Japanese business philosophy of continuous improvement. Check out our new goods in the “Words to Live By” series available exclusively on Society6.  Design #1 is based on the philosophy presented in this episode of the podcast and is now available inscribed on a mug, tote bag, … Continue reading "Episode #13: The philosophy of kaizen"

Episode #13: The philosophy of kaizen

Quality over quantity in all ways.  Always. On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses the important consideration of quality in creation and consumption within a society that can sometimes seem fixated on quantity. Check out our new schwag in the “Words to Live By” series available exclusively on Society6.  Design #1 is based on … Continue reading "Episode #12: Quality over quantity"

Episode #12: Quality over quantity

The value of an object is deeper than simply the price tag it fetches. On this episode of the Contemplative Creative podcast, host David Quiring discusses an alternative measure of valuation beyond the monetary system: that of intrinsic value.

Episode #11: Intrinsic value

An audio podcast that tackles the deeper philosophical issues of living in a dynamic modern world. The goal: uncovering insights so that we can each choose to live more intentional lives with meaning. Hosted by resident multimediographer: David Quiring.

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