In this episode I dicuss how burnout snuck up on me and how I am coping.

My name is Victor, and welcome to the podcast "Mirror Within." Today, I'll share a meditation called "Back from the Future," aimed at grounding myself before starting the day. Drawing inspiration from various sources, this practice helps me stay true to my character and respond thoughtfully to situations.

Currently, I have an art show, showcasing my work, including paintings of my daughters and a tribute to Dambudzo Marechera, a remarkable Zimbabwean writer. As an artist and manager, maintaining emotional balance is crucial. I share my surroundings, emphasizing the importance of being transparent about my emotional state with colleagues.

The meditation is a vital part of my daily routine, conducted in the early morning. It begins with observing my thoughts and feelings without judgment. This awareness forms the basis for understanding my emotional, mental, and spiritual state throughout the day.

Acknowledging any anxiety or irritability, I communicate this to my team, fostering a healthy work environment. This transparency eliminates ambiguity, making interactions more comfortable. The meditation's purpose is to ground me, ensuring I respond thoughtfully to challenges rather than react impulsively.

The meditation involves scanning my emotional landscape, noting any discomfort, and overriding it with affirmations of who I want to be. I focus on qualities like joy, engagement, and inspiration. By envisioning my future self embodying these traits, I bring those qualities back to the present.

Returning to the present, I celebrate the positive aspects I've envisioned and take a deep breath, expressing gratitude for the interconnectedness of life. This meditation emphasizes the power of being enough and encourages viewers to adopt a similar practice for a more balanced and intentional life.

This episode is a reflection on why I postpone some things and prepone others. Please note, that these are personal reflections and not instructions on how you should lead your life! Mentioned in the podcast Sadghuru on solar flares The Carrington event Support this podcast by becoming a subscriber or giving a needed one-time donation here

This episode was inspired by a motivational speech I gave to a wonderful group of people.

The theme is social conditioning and how it impacts us if we do not make a conscious effort on matters concerning how engage with the world around us.

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Stay well!

Victor

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These ar my reflections on the power of letting go. As I watch the world around me, ants have taught me the perils of holding on to the familiar.