#355 Adulting, Energy, and the Future: Navigating Life’s Big Choices

Podcast Description: In this episode, the conversation unfolds as a deep dive into the challenges of modern adulthood, exploring personal growth, societal expectations, and the evolving landscape of energy and technology. The discussion begins with reflections on gratitude and the complexities of "adulting," shedding light on the responsibilities and decisions that shape our lives. The conversation then shifts to the joys and challenges of traveling, highlighting how exploration can influence our perspectives and personal development. The hosts explore the future of energy, discussing sustainability, innovation, and the impact of these changes on daily life. They also touch on the feeling of having "no choice" in certain situations and how mindset plays a crucial role in navigating limitations. As the discussion continues, they examine the emotional toll of modern life, including the concept of "personate" and the mental energy required for decision-making. The risks of letting go, career uncertainties, and the intersection of social media with the education system further add to the thought-provoking dialogue. Finally, the conversation turns toward the rise of AI, the responsibility of making decisions for future generations, and the contrast between childhood and adulthood. The episode wraps up with an exploration of children"s energy—how it differs from adults" and what lessons can be learned from their unfiltered enthusiasm for life. Through it all, the hosts offer insights into navigating an ever-changing world, embracing uncertainty, and finding balance in the journey of life. 00:00 Intro 02:58 Thank you 03:37 Adulting 05:06 Traveling 10:47 Energy for the future 12:45 No choice 13:39 Personate 23:50 Mental energy 25:17 Risk of letting go 27:52 No job 31:20 Social media and the school system 33:56 AI movement 39:34 Decisions for your kids 42:30 Childhood vs. adulthood 47:45 Energy of children Guest Bio: Although perhaps best known for her work as a sports tv presenter, Alexandra has over 15 years of experience as a yoga, meditation and mindset teacher. After a rather innocuous fall, resulting in a broken spine, 3 prolapsed discs and a dislocated pelvis, doctors discovered she had a severe degenerative disc disease and was told she would never be able to do any form of high impact or heavy load exercise again. So she focussed instead on yoga, meditation and her mindset. Within a few months it became apparent that the benefits she gained from practising yoga would not just be physical, but mental. Within 6 months, Alex was stronger physically and mentally than ever before.  While she now still endures pain, it is manageable, predominantly, she feels, as a result of having a new positive relationship with her body. She went on to train as a teacher in India and has since travelled the world teaching yoga in some wonderful places. She has also written and created 6 top selling beginners yoga dvds, and reached #1 on the Amazon UK fitness charts. Alex is also a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and combines her love and knowledge of the holistic world with psychotherapy. She created the Mindset Group Ltd and runs a yearly, very popular wellbeing festival in Wokingham as well as many other wellbeing events -  Upcoming events: 1st Feb - Unfiltered Sessions: Winter Reset at South Hill Park, Bracknell, Berkshire For more info www.mindsetunlimited.co.uk www.alexandralegouix.com Stay Connected: Follow Oliver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliver Want to regain control of your life from modern-day stress, anxiety, and influence? Check out my FREE course - take control!     http://www.talkwitholiver.com #Tags self improvement, Time Management, Motivation, mental health, Financial Literacy, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, philosop