Episode 97
Paper Cuts: Breaking Free from Self-Delusion with Brent Perkins
Brent Perkins shares his personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. He discusses how he transitioned from a hard-charging CEO, chasing external achievements, to embracing a life of authenticity and surrender. Brent explores the concepts of choice, integrity, and overcoming self-delusion. He emphasizes the importance of being present, setting boundaries, and letting go of the need for validation. Through his experiences, he has learned to find abundance and joy in the simple and meaningful moments of life.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 Cherishing Moments with Daughters
- 00:01:21 Brent's Evolution from CEO to Authentic Self
- 00:05:15 Balancing Adventures and Being Present for Family
- 00:07:17 The Power of Living in the Moment
- 00:12:17 Discovering Self-Worth Beyond Achievements
- 00:14:33 Dive into Brent's Upcoming Book: Living in the Now
- 00:18:29 Overcoming Personal Struggles and Changing Perspectives
- 00:20:07 Transmuting Shame into Lessons of Gratitude
- 00:23:55 Leveraging Challenges to Co-create with Humor
- 00:27:27 Journey Through Personal Challenges Towards Inner Peace
- 00:30:19 Embracing the Unknown and Confronting Inner Fears
- 00:31:57 Debunking the Need for External Approval
- 00:33:49 Sharing Entrepreneurial Journeys: Brent's Book Preview
- 00:35:28 Seeing the World Through the Lens of Unconditional Love
- 00:38:05 Choosing Books and Timing for Optimal Personal Growth
Links And Resources:
- Paper Cuts by Brent Perkins
- Brent Perkins on LinkedIn
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