diff --git a/content/once-upon-a-time-series.md b/content/once-upon-a-time-series.md deleted file mode 100644 index 9d2652ac..00000000 --- a/content/once-upon-a-time-series.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,24 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Once Upon a Time Podcast Series -created: 2023-11-07 -authors: - - sylvieshiweibarbier ---- -**Welcome to the Once Upon a Time podcast series featuring the lives of ordinary people choosing an extra-ordinary path.**ย  - -A collection of tales of ordinary people choosing an extra-ordinary life seedling a second renaissance. These pioneers saw something and acted upon their insights to bring forth a new world of an awakening society. This is how hope and faith spreads, with stories of transformation, embodied in ordinary people choosing an extra-ordinary path.ย  - -We often wait for a kind of hero to appear. Yet, if you read about the greatest change makers of our world, one thing they have in common is their love of service. And when you look more deeply you will realize they are also ordinary people, who were dedicated to the pursuit of truth. What made them extra-ordinary is that what they were committed to was bigger than themselves. From their insights they took actions which is what birthed transformation. These stories are made up of moments of doubts about their chosen path, yet an unbroken faith remains to what they dedicated their lives to. - -What makes them extra-ordinary is their commitment to something bigger than themselves. It is their repeated actions that speaks about the depth of their calling. In doing so their bravery and insanity brings forth a new possibility. They donโ€™t look like the usual heroes, they are every day men and women weaving a new world. - -In this series you will be taken deep into these ordinary peoples world's. Watch or listen to each episode below. - -## Watch the series here - -#### Jamie Bristow on Mindfulness, Inner Development and Contemplative Practices - - -## Listen to the series here - -**๐Ÿ‘‚** [Jamie Bristow on Mindfulness, Inner Development and Contemplative Practices](https://lifeitself.org/podcast/jamie-bristow-sylvie-barbier-mindfulness-inner-development) \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/content/ordinary-people.md b/content/ordinary-people.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..69706ef8 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/ordinary-people.md @@ -0,0 +1,30 @@ +--- +title: "Ordinary People: A Podcast Series of Ordinary People Walking an Extra-Ordinary Path" +created: 2023-11-07 +description: "Ordinary People is a podcast series that delves into the lives of individuals who have defied societal expectations and embarked on extra-ordinary paths." +authors: + - sylvieshiweibarbier +layout: fancy +--- + +Ordinary People is a podcast series that delves into the lives of individuals who have defied societal expectations and embarked on extra-ordinary paths despite their seemingly ordinary backgrounds. Join us as we dive deep into their lives, uncovering their motivations, beliefs, practices, and moments of transformation. We demystify hero worship and share accessible narratives of real individuals who have transcended societal expectations and norms. Each guest delicately navigates the balance between introspection and worldly engagement. Listeners are offered empowerment, kinship and inspiration for embarking on their own extra-ordinary journey. + +## Watch the series here + +### Episode 1: Jamie Bristow on Mindfulness, Inner Development and Contemplative Practices + +๐Ÿ‘‚ [Jamie Bristow on Mindfulness, Inner Development and Contemplative Practices](https://lifeitself.org/podcast/jamie-bristow-sylvie-barbier-mindfulness-inner-development) + +https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g40xTkyKLtE + +## More about the series + +In this series, we delve into the lives of individuals who have defied societal expectations and embarked on extra-ordinary paths, despite their seemingly ordinary backgrounds. This series interrogates the belief that an extraordinary life may only be achieved by those who are naturally exceptional. + +In today's world, where disillusionment with the conventional consumerist dream is pervasive, many are searching for an alternative. This podcast is a testament to that alternative. Our interviews seek out individuals who have chosen extraordinary lives, exploring the motivations behind their choices and the impact of their upbringing and environment. We dive into their practices, points of transformation, and the delicate balance between retreat from worldly temptation and engagement with social change. + +At the heart of these extraordinary lives, lies a common thread: unwavering commitment to something greater than oneself. Through the power of storytelling, we aim to demystify the concept of hero worship, revealing that these figures are not larger-than-life beings, but rather individuals who found something worth dedicating their lives to. By sharing their remarkable stories, we aim to inspire listeners to believe in their own potential for making a difference and embarking on their own extraordinary paths. + +It is a platform where extraordinary lives are unveiled and practical guidance is extracted. Each episode, ranging from 45 minutes to an hour, features interviews that are deeply personal though broadly scoped in their insight. Listeners will leave with tangible tools to embark on their own unique journeys of purpose and fulfillment. + +In essence, the podcast challenges the perception that extraordinary lives are beyond the reach of ordinary individuals. We unravel unrealistic idolisation, offering accessible narratives and insights into the lives of those who have defied the norm. By delving into their motivations, practices, and transformative moments, we ignite the spark within our listeners, empowering them to embrace their own extraordinary potential. Join us on this journey, as we guide you to discover a life that surpasses societal expectations and embraces the extraordinary. diff --git a/public/_redirects b/public/_redirects index 55a4df2c..89dacd59 100644 --- a/public/_redirects +++ b/public/_redirects @@ -39,6 +39,8 @@ /you-are-here /hubs/bergerac /deliberately-developmental-space /blog/2021/10/05/deliberately-developmental-spaces-a-key-to-addressing-the-metacrisis /hangouts /community +# 2023-11-11 can probably be removed in 2m or so as only up for a couple of days +/once-upon-a-time-series /ordindary/people 301 /author/:slug /people/:slug