A Way of Thinking
Welcome to A Way of Thinking. This podcast is dedicated to lighting the way toward greater creativity, purpose, and inner peace. Join us on the journey of self-discovery and self-mastery as each episode guides you a step closer to unlocking the life you’ve always envisioned. Throughout each episode, we’ll explore a myriad of profound insights, inspirational stories, and practical strategies to help you tap into your higher self. May these heartfelt conversations and insights ignite inspiration, deepen your connection with yourself, and expand your consciousness. Hosted by Jessica Hwang. Jessica went from a draining corporate finance career to following her purpose as a purpose coach, podcast host, and Dharma yoga instructor. Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicahwangcoaching Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Episodes
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
31 - Unraveling the Path: From Crime Journalism to Dharma Yoga with Jerome Burdi
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation with Jerome Burdi. Jerome is a Dharma yoga teacher and Bhakti musician. His path first led him to writing as a newspaper crime journalist. Jerome then found the spiritual path through ayahuasca ceremonies, which led him to vipassana meditation and yoga. He is currently based in Barcelona, Spain where he leads yoga teacher trainings, workshops, and classes.
In the episode, Jerome and I talk about following your bliss to lead you to your purpose. Jerome shares how his journey took him from crime journalism to teaching yoga. We talk about the importance of enthusiasm and self-practice. We also discuss releasing our attachment to the fruits of our labor. Finally, we talk about the twist of fate that landed Jerome in his current city of Barcelona, Spain.
Highlights from the episode:
Following Your Heart: Jerome highlights that purpose is about listening to what your heart truly desires rather than conforming to external pressures. Many people follow paths that don't align with their inner calling, leading to a sense of discontent.
Letting go: Jerome shares how ayahausca ceremonies led him to spiritual path and how he could no longer be numb to the pain and suffering from his job as a crime journalist.
Enthusiasm and Tapas: Jerome defines enthusiasm as being filled with spirit or divinity, leading to a playful and joyful approach to life.
Consistency, Attachment, and Aversion: Jerome talks about how consistency is what leads to mastery. He also shares the importance of releasing attachment to the fruits of ones actions and how there's always something you can practice.
Follow your Bliss: Jerome shares how following his bliss led him from NYC to Milan to Barcelona.
Don't miss this episode if you're looking to explore dharma, enthusiasm, attachment, and so much more!
Announcements:
Make a donation to A Way of Thinking podcast: Donate Here
Join Jessica for Dharma Yoga on Sundays at noon: www.dharmayogacenter.com
Book a Free Dream Job Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
Episode Links:
Joseph Campbell - The Hero with a Thousand Faces
Jack Kerouac - On the Road
Vipassana Meditation
Sri Dharma Mittra
Get in Touch with Jerome:
https://omjerome.com
Follow @om_jerome on Instagram
Get in Touch with Jessica:
Visit www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow @jessicahwangcoaching on Instagram
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
30 - Finding Purpose in Transformation: From Yoga to Psychedelics with Henry Winslow
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation with Henry Winslow. Henry is a yoga instructor. He is the 2018 winner of the World Yoga Asana Championships in Beijing. He is the host of the Dharma Talk podcast. His latest project is Tricycle Day, a free twice-weekly newsletter covering psychedelic science, business, and policy. He is currently based in Austin, Texas.
In the episode, we talk all about purpose through the concepts of purpose, dharma, and ikigai. We talk about Henry's path into entrepreneurship and creating Dharma Talk. We also discuss his yoga journey and becoming the winner of the World Yoga Asana Champion. Lastly, Henry shares his latest project, Tricycle Day, a twice weekly newsletter on psychedelics.
Highlights from the episode:
Purpose, Dharma, and Ikigai: Henry discusses the importance of being aware of our micro-level activities and macro-level life goals, constantly recalibrating our actions to align with our evolving priorities.
Entrepreneurship: Henry shares his early entrepreneurial ventures from selling stray golf balls back to golfers to kombucha accessories and how being of service is a critical part of the entrepreneurial journey.
Dharma Talk: We talk about why Henry started Dharma Talk and the gifts of doing the podcast.
Yoga Championships: Henry shares how he became the winner of the World Yoga Asana Champion and how his win ultimately came from surrendering.
Deepening the Practice: Henry highlights how love and constant practice transformed his yoga practice
Tricycle Day and Psychedelics: Henry shares his personal journey exploring psychedelics and connecting to simply existing. We discuss the importance of integrating the peak experience into your life. Henry also talks about how this led him to create his newsletter to share current events and stories in this evolving landscape.
Don't miss this episode if you're looking to explore dharma, entrepreneurship, psychedelics, and so much more!
What we discuss:
0:00:00 Intro
0:08:18 Purpose, Dharma, and Ikigai
00:16:37 Entrepreneurship
00:25:16 Dharma Talk
00:34:51 Yoga Championships
00:43:21 Deepening the Practice
00:48:12 Tricycle Day and Psychedelics
01:00:03 Final Questions
Announcements:
Make a donation to A Way of Thinking podcast: Donate Here
Join Jessica for Dharma Yoga on Sundays at noon: www.dharmayogacenter.com
Book a Free Dream Job Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
Episode Links:
Jack Kornfield
Mary Jarvis
Get in Touch with Henry:
Subscribe to Tricycle Day
Follow @henrywins on Instagram
Get in Touch with Jessica:
Visit www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow @jessicahwangcoaching on Instagram
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation with Don Joseph Goewey. Don is the managing partner of ProAttitude, a human performance firm focused on ending work stress. He is also the executive director of the Center for Spiritual Exchange, which is the official archive for all the works of Anthony de Mello. He previously managed the department of psychiatry at Stanford University Medical School and is the former director of the International Center for Attitudinal Healing. He is the author of the book The End of Stress: Four Steps to Rewire Your Brain.
In the episode, we talk in-depth about how stress is a spiritual crisis causing us great unhappiness. Don shares how stress is tied to fear for our survival and how awareness can help us rewire our brains. We also talk about how to connect to courage when we are aware of the misery of our current situation. Don gives some incredible actionable steps and stories to bring this incredible knowledge into your life.
Highlights from the episode:
Stress as a Spiritual Crisis: Don shares how the current fast-paced, shame-based culture is causing people stress. We are programmed to upset ourselves when things don’t go our way or meet our expectations. We are wired to believe that we can only be happy if we have all of these external things, but happiness does not come from outside.
Impact of Advertising: A study in Europe, involving 900,000 people, reveals that advertising tends to make people unhappy by constantly sending the message that they are not enough and need products or experiences to be happy.
The Source of Suffering is Attachment: Don shares how our belief that we will be happy when we have certain conditions leads to great unhappiness. He shares that detaching from the outcome allows one to enjoy the experience rather than having our happiness and self-worth at stake.
Inner Fulfillment is Always Available: Don talks about how fulfillment isn't something that we have to earn. It is our very nature and we have blocked it. Fulfillment is an inner state that doesn't depend on external circumstances. Research supports that happiness leads to success, not the other way around.
Fear and stress: Don shares how the stress reaction is triggered when we perceive a threat to our survival. He describes how we are often misperceiving a situation as a threat which is leading to chronic stress. He emphasizes that awareness is the key to asserting self-control over the stress reaction.
Embracing Emotions: Don shares how instead of repressing emotions, it is vitally important to learn to fully feel emotions instead. He describes taking on the role of the witness and observing yourself passing through an emotion. This process helps emotions pass and leads to an open, light-filled space within, where happiness and peace naturally arise.
Shift in Perception: When people practice self-awareness and stay in this light-filled space, their perception of reality shifts. They start to see the beauty and divinity in themselves and the world around them.
Courage to Make a Change: Don shares how everyone has the courage to make big changes in their lives. Once we see that the misery of the current situation is built on indoctrinated societal beliefs, then we can connect to the deepest need to step away from that and choose a different life.
Don't miss this episode if you're ready to embark on a journey toward unlocking your inner fulfillment and experiencing a profound shift in your life. Remember that these changes and mindset shifts are available to everyone.
What we discuss:
0:00:00 Intro
00:08:45 Stress as a Spiritual Crisis
00:14:47 The Source of Our Suffering is Attachment
00:18:44 Attachment Exercise
00:26:22 Fear and Stress
00:34:51 Embracing Emotions
00:42:17 Making External Changes
00:46:37 Stepping into Courage
01:04:54 Final Questions
Announcements:
Make a donation to A Way of Thinking podcast: Donate Here
Join Jessica for Dharma Yoga on Sundays at noon: www.dharmayogacenter.com
Book a Free Dream Job Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
Episode Links:
Buy Don's book: The End of Stress: Four Steps to Rewire Your Brain
Learn more about Anthony De Mello: www.demellocenter.com
Victor Frankl - Man's Search for Meaning
Get in Touch with Don:
www.theendofstressbook.com
Get in Touch with Jessica:
Visit www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow @jessicahwangcoaching on Instagram
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
28 - The Journey to Authenticity: From Imposter Syndrome to Self-Love with Patti Dayleg
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
What is the thing that is going to nurture my spiritual growth in this moment?
Join me for this nourishing and energizing conversation with Patti Dayleg as we dive into the power of self-love, overcoming imposter syndrome, and showing up as our authentic selves. Patti shares her transformative story of self-discovery, shedding light on her struggles with body image, societal expectations, and imposter syndrome.
Discovering Self-Love: Patti candidly opens up about her experiences growing up in a Filipino community where body standards were different from her own, leading her to feel both invisible and visible simultaneously. She shares a pivotal moment when a health scare forced her to reconsider her approach to self-love, ultimately leading to a profound change in her life.
Defining Love: Inspired by the book "All About Love" by Bell Hooks, Patti discusses the powerful definition of love as the act of nurturing one's spiritual growth, where the mind, body, and soul meet. This definition reframes self-love as an active and compassionate practice, encompassing care, awareness, honesty, respect, and trust.
Balancing Ahimsa and Tapas: We explore the delicate balance between Ahimsa (compassion) and Tapas (discipline) in one's journey to self-love. Patti emphasizes the importance of softening, embracing your journey, and learning to choose yourself, especially in challenging situations.
Confronting Imposter Syndrome: Patti provides insights into the common phenomenon of imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome isn't a syndrome but rather a universal experience. We discuss how imposter syndrome can impact one's career and personal life, highlighting the importance of recognizing your worth and abilities.
Navigating Authenticity: We discuss the complexity of showing up authentically in various life situations. We share some personal experiences of making ourselves small and offer insights into how societal expectations can influence authenticity.
Crafting Purpose: The conversation explores the concept of purpose, emphasizing that it's not something predefined but something that evolves over time. Patti shares her own journey, revealing how looking back allowed her to discover her true purpose, supporting racial and social justice and empowering women of color leaders.
Join us on this enlightening journey of self-discovery, self-love, and authenticity. Learn how to embrace your unique journey, balance compassion and discipline, and take ownership of crafting your purpose.
Patti is a self-love coach and DEI consultant. She is a Dharma and hot yoga instructor and is currently based in New Jersey.
What we discuss:
0:00 Intro
00:06:24 Finding Coaching
00:11:45 Self-Love
00:19:20 The Balance Between Ahimsa (compassion) and Tapas (discipline)
00:31:05 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Living Authentically
00:43:42 Crafting Purpose
00:56:09 Final Questions
Support the Podcast:
If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: https://donorbox.org/a-way-of-thinking-podcast
Reference:
Bell Hooks - About Love
M. Scott Peck - The Road Less Traveled
Follow Patti on Instagram: @malayacoaching
Learn more about Jessica: www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicahwangcoaching
Book a Free Dream Job Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Are you a muggle or a wizard?
Join me for this powerful and enlightening conversation with Ulises Calatayud as we dive into the power of reiki and spiritual practices to transform your life. Learn what it means to choose to live a miraculous life.
In this episode, Ulises shares his story from losing his son to meeting a spiritual guide who started him on his spiritual path. He shares that it was not a change in thinking but a change in being through spiritual practices.
Ulises shares the essence of Reiki, its underlying wisdom, and how it can bring balance to all aspects of your being. He talks about connecting to more courage and curiosity with the enthusiasm to practice. He also discusses the importance of venturing inward and filling your own cup.
Learn how to develop thought habits that nourish your soul and connect you to the deeper meaning of life. If you're seeking greater peace, purpose, and vitality, this episode is a must-listen. Step into the realm of the miraculous and ignite your journey of personal transformation today!
Ulises Calatayud is a former corporate executive and engineer. He is a teacher of Reiki, Dharma Yoga, Bikram yoga, Meditation, Breathing techniques, Mental Physics, and Tantra. He is originally from Mexico and is currently based in Florence, Italy.
What we discuss:
0:00 Intro
00:02:59 Finding Spirituality and Living Between Two Worlds
00:16:03 Introduction to Reiki
00:20:14 Choose to Live a Miraculous Life
00:30:10 What To Do When Feeling Stuck
00:43:29 Connect to Practice Throughout the Day
00:48:58 Uli's Final Thoughts
00:51:48 Final Questions
Support the Podcast:
If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: https://donorbox.org/a-way-of-thinking-podcast
Follow Ulises on Instagram: @ulisesyogi
Email Ulises: ulises@yogacare.com
Learn more about Jessica: www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicahwangcoaching
Book a Free Dream Job Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
26 - Embracing the Beginner’s Mind: How to Approach Learning with Curiosity and Openness
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Could your life use some fresh perspective? What are you curious to explore?
In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of the beginner's mind, exploring the power of openness, curiosity, non-judgment, and flexibility. In Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind, Shunryu Suzuki says "If your mind is empty… it is open to everything. In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's mind there are few."
I talk about the power of learning something new every day and the freedom of releasing yourself from fixed mindsets. I explore how beginner's mind can be applied to all aspects of life, from career choices to personal growth, allowing us to explore fresh perspectives and unlock endless possibilities.
I also talk about shedding the fear of failure and embracing mistakes as part of the learning process. This episode encourages you to release yourself from the shackles of shoulds and societal expectations, providing the space to discover what you truly desire and allowing you to pivot fearlessly towards new experiences.
Embrace the power of the beginner's mind to cultivate curiosity, non-judgment, and flexibility, and watch your life transform in exciting ways.
Remember, every day is a learning experience, and you have the ability to learn, grow, and expand for the rest of your life. So let's embark on this journey together, explore new possibilities, and find the best version of ourselves.
Tune in now and let the beginner's mind guide you to a more fulfilling and aligned life!
Learn more about Jessica: www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicahwangcoaching
Book a Free Dream Job Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
What I discuss:
00:00:00 Intro
00:03:30 Why shift to Beginner's Mind
00:07:38 Openness
00:12:22 Curiosity
00:24:21 Non-judgment
00:31:16 Flexibility
00:34:39 Closing Thoughts
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
25 - Elevate Your Energy: Transforming Exhaustion into Vitality
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Are you being energized or depleted by the life that you are currently living? Do you have the energy to show up as the person you want to be?
In this episode, I dive into the world of energy. Energy is an intangible asset that fuels our daily lives. Yet, few of us think about how our energy is being affected by the people, events, and things in our life.
I discuss how our relationships, our actions, and even our thoughts impact our energy. I provide insight into harnessing and optimizing your energy for a more fulfilling life. Tune in to uncover practical strategies and mindset shifts that will help you cultivate positive energy, find balance, and unlock your limitless potential.
Remember that you can change where your energy is going and shift it towards creating the life you want.
Learn more about Jessica: www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicahwangcoaching
Book a Free Self-Love Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
What I discuss:
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:11 My story
00:03:50 Energy from Relationships
00:08:29 Energy from What We Do
00:15:48 Energy from How We Think
00:20:06 Closing Thoughts
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
24 - The Journey Back to Self-Love: Nurturing Our Inner Well-being
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Are you your own best friend or your own worst enemy?
Many of us have spent our whole lives being hard on ourselves and criticizing ourselves at every turn. But what if there is another way?
In this episode, I talk all about self-love. I open up about my recent struggles and journey back to self-love. I share how self-compassion and self-love helped me reconnect with myself and treat myself with more kindness.
I highlight some of the steps to take to find self-love through awareness, vulnerability, and community. I talk about acting as one's own parent and caring for yourself. I share many of the tools and practices that can help you find more love for yourself.
Remember that self-love is a continuous journey and always available to us.
Learn more about Jessica: www.jessicahwangcoaching.com
Follow Jessica on Instagram: @jessicahwangcoaching
Book a Free Self-Love Discovery Session with Jessica: Book Here
What I discuss:
0:00 Intro
05:45 Awareness
08:26 Vulnerability
16:07 Loving Practices
00:25:30 Closing Thoughts
Music co-written by Steven Murillo (@someoneinatreeband) & Jessica Hwang (@jessicahwangcoaching)
A Way of Thinking
This podcast is a place of exploration - to learn and grow from each other on the journey to becoming our best selves.
I believe that everyone deserves greater happiness and that starts with the way that we think. So many of us fill our minds with negative thinking and have a toxic relationship with ourselves. I created this podcast as a place to share our different ways of thinking. Perhaps hearing other's experiences will allow you to feel a little less alone and to find new tools and tricks to help you think and do better. We are all on a journey and I hope that this podcast can maybe give you a little nudge in the direction of your best self. I believe in you and I am so excited for the day that you believe in you too.