Think Clearly #reframes Podcast
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsAn invitation to take a different perspective on life.
Mathias Jakobsen, writer, consultant and creator of Think Clearly, reframes common challenges in work and life, straight from the streets of New York City.
The show is produced in collaboration with Niki Shmikis.
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Episodes
Reflection series 4, guided reflection 10 minutes
March 26, 2020 14:17 - 11 minutes - 16 MBTaking the time to reflect has been the most helpful thing I've done for myself this past decade. And now more than ever I think we all need a bit of it, so I'm sharing this series of episodes as a guide. This session is intended as a short daily reflection, that takes you through four question in 10 minutes, helping you process the events of the past 24 hours. If you try this and have trouble making it work for yourself, please don't hesitate to reach out to me via WhatsApp on +4523380012...
Reflection series 3, how to reflect and share with others
March 26, 2020 14:17 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBI share how I reflect using pen and paper, writing with curiosity and without judging. I also share simple rules that make sharing reflections more powerful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reflection series 2, why reflection matters
March 26, 2020 14:16 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MBReflection is particularly valuable in times of change in the world. When the world is no longer merely complicated but complex. Read more about the Cynefin framework here. But it also has personal advantages. It has helped me live more closely aligned with my values, and to make changes both in my own attitude and externally in my life circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reflection series 1, introduction
March 26, 2020 13:41 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBA quick update on my life and an introduction to this new series of episodes all about reflection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Do you know what you really want
March 10, 2019 16:11 - 4 minutes - 7.83 MBHello Amazing! In a nutshell: evaluate your wants by stepping into the shoes of other people. Listen to Mathias' story about applying this #reframe on 42 Downing Street in NYC (click here to see the street). --- With Love --- If this feeling flows both ways, share it with your friends or support the show through micro-patronage via Patreon. --- The Think Clearly handwritten newsletter is a visual companion of the #reframes podcast in the form of captivating doodle drawings. archives...
How much do you care what others think about you
February 24, 2019 16:57 - 5 minutes - 9.25 MBHello Amazing! How much do you actually care about what others think about you? Try to get a realistic picture over the next few weeks. --- Please share your thoughts, critique or questions to [email protected] --- With Love --- If this feeling flows both ways, share it with your friends or support the project via Patreon. --- The Think Clearly handwritten newsletter is a visual companion of the #reframes podcast in the form of captivating doodle drawings. archives // sign up --- ...
When things go wrong at the last minute
February 17, 2019 18:04 - 8 minutes - 15.1 MBHello Amazing! What do you do if an engine fails during take-off? As the plane accelerates down the runway it will reach a speed where it is not yet fast enough to fly, but going so fast that it can't stop safely either. This speed is called V1, and it varies depending on aircraft and weather conditions. At this speed, the pilot will no longer abort the take-off. Even if an engine explodes, the other engine will keep accelerating the plane until it can lift off. V1 speed is the key for on...
How to write a personal annual report
February 10, 2019 15:10 - 12 minutes - 23.2 MBHello Amazing! In this episode, Mathias shares his process of making year-end reflections and creating an annual public report. Download 3-pages guidelines from 2015 annual report here. Browse all previous Mathias' annual reports here. --- Please share your thoughts, critique or questions to [email protected] --- With Love --- If this feeling flows both ways, support the project via Patreon. --- The Think Clearly handwritten newsletter is a visual podcast's companion in a form of cap...
You are not obligated to worry
January 01, 2019 02:49 - 4 minutes - 9.14 MBHello Amazing! We continue to talk about "worry" and help shift your perspective. In this episode, we invite you to reflect on the external sources of worry in your life. --- Please share your thoughts, critique or questions to [email protected] --- The Think Clearly handwritten newsletter is a visual podcast's companion in a form of captivating doodle drawings: archives // sign up --- With Love --- If this feeling flows both ways, support the project via Patreon. --- Episode 115 wa...
Can you learn more if you amplify a painful mistake
December 26, 2018 02:48 - 7 minutes - 13.1 MBHello Amazing! How hard are you with yourself usually? Where are you on a scale from zero (I’m always kind with myself) to six (I’m my worst enemy). If you are not used to be kind with yourself, this episode is a gentle reminder to let go inner dialogue by inner. It keeps your mind occupied with worthless worry. --- Additionally: Tweet from Khe Hy and related article "Do you have to beat yourself up to be successful?" --- Your thoughts, critique or questions are always welcome. m@thnk...
Should you start your own podcast? Learnings from one year of #reframes
November 20, 2018 18:43 - 12 minutes - 22.1 MBHello Amazing! In this anniversary episode, Mathias shares four top learnings from one year of #reframes: (1) on the technical side of things (2) about background sounds (3) developing a point of view (4) audience building --- Additionally: - Article about #reframes podcast setup on Medium - iOs app that allows monitoring the sound: Ferrite Recording Studio --- Your thoughts, critique or questions are always welcome. [email protected] --- With Love --- If this feeling flows bot...
When commitment level affects the outcome
November 17, 2018 01:32 - 5 minutes - 10.1 MBHello Amazing! This episode of #reframes is an invitation to think where reevaluation of commitment level is needed. With Love --- If this feeling flows both ways, join our virtual village on Patreon. --- The Think Clearly handwritten newsletter gives you little reflection exercises to help you in your daily life. Sign up here, check archives here. --- Episode 112 was recorded in New York City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sans Forgetica, a font to help you remember
October 31, 2018 15:51 - 6 minutes - 12.7 MBHello Amazing! What's the point of the new typeface created at the RMIT University in Australia? Purpose on the surface sounds like a smart idea, but if we zoom out... http://sansforgetica.rmit/ With Love --- If this feeling flows both ways, join our virtual village on Patreon. --- The Think Clearly handwritten newsletter gives you little reflection exercises to help you in your daily life. Sign up here, check archives here. --- Episode 111 was recorded in New York City. Hosted on...
Do you want an easier life? (recorded on an airplane)
October 25, 2018 02:13 - 5 minutes - 9.78 MBHello Amazing! In the last two episodes, you've heard Mathias talk on what it means to be alive and to be free beyond reasonable. This episode (option A - recorded on an airplane) invites you to ponder why do we want life to be easy. In case it's a timely reframe for you consider listening to the other recording from a park too. Which option did you prefer or like most? We'd love to hear your feedback on the background noise in #reframes. Share it via e-mail to [email protected] With Love ...
Do you want an easier life? (recorded in a park)
October 25, 2018 02:12 - 4 minutes - 8.23 MBHello Amazing! In the last two episodes, you've heard about what it means to be alive and to be free beyond reasonable. This episode invites you to ponder why do we want life to be easy. In case it's a timely reframe for you consider listening to the other recording from an airplane too. Which option did you prefer or like most? We'd love to hear your feedback on the background noise in #reframes. Share it via e-mail to [email protected] With Love --- Episode 110B was recorded in the Ibi...
Freedom beyond the reasonable
October 19, 2018 17:47 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MBHello Amazing This episode is for you if your default choice is far too often to be reasonable. Explore with Mathias what could be on the other side of being reasonable. --- “The reasonable man adapts himself to the world: the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.” ― George Bernard Shaw, Maxims for Revolutionists (source) --- Episode 109 was recorded in São Paulo, Brazil. --- Do you know about the Thi...
What does it mean to be alive
October 09, 2018 18:10 - 6 minutes - 11.3 MBHello Amazing! When did you last think about death and when was the last time you had to explain to anyone what it means to die? When raising kids you are sometimes asked such questions. While Mathias shares a story about the gift of being a parent, a takeaway for you is to ponder what does it mean to be alive. How to not regret the time spent between birth and death? Whether you are afraid of dying or consider death as a way out from the hardships of life, this is a #reframe for you, ama...
The sound of a park in São Paulo, Brazil
October 03, 2018 20:27 - 4 minutes - 8.69 MBHello Amazing! Enjoy a sound meditation from Ibirapuera Park in São Paulo. With love --- If this feeling flows both ways, consider supporting Think Clearly project via Patreon. If you're enjoying the show chances are high that you'll love the Think Clearly handwritten newsletter. Sign up here, check archives here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gift or debt
September 25, 2018 20:51 - 4 minutes - 8.65 MBHello Amazing In this episode Mathias shares about a recent life situation when he became aware that instead of giving a gift, he actually burdens that recipient with a debt. Check out a corresponding handwritten note here. With love --- If this feeling flows both ways, consider supporting Think Clearly project via Patreon. If you're enjoying the show chances are high that you'll love the Think Clearly handwritten newsletter. Sign up here, check archives here. Hosted on Acast. See ac...
When people ask annoying questions
September 04, 2018 13:59 - 6 minutes - 11.9 MBHello Amazing This episode is about that what you might do if it bothers you that people always ask you the same questions and you don't feel that you have a good answer. If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. With love --- If this feeling flows both ways, consider supporting Think Clearly project via Patreon. If you're enjoying the show chances are high that yo...
Facing big mistakes
August 08, 2018 15:19 - 7 minutes - 14.2 MBMistakes, big or small, are not easy to admit and to work them through. As mortal trembling creatures, we usually choose to run away, pretend nothing is wrong, procrastinate on dealing with circumstances. Mathias shares a mature perspective on dealing with big painful mistakes. --- If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. With love --- If this feeling flows both way...
How do you classify your self-work
August 01, 2018 10:14 - 6 minutes - 12.5 MBSelf-work is something you do in pursuit of developing into who you seek to be. It’s essential for your mental health. Either you do this occasionally or regularly, sometimes you face periods of self-work downtime. Mathias shares his perspective and recent struggles. --- If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. With love --- If this feeling flows both ways, consider...
Shit and diamonds — the creator and the editor
July 24, 2018 09:23 - 6 minutes - 12 MBHello Amazing This episode is about the balance between being generative and unfiltered, and editing yourself and filtering the bad stuff out. Check out related drawing here. If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. With love --- If this feeling flows both ways, consider supporting Think Clearly project via Patreon. If you're enjoying the show chances are high tha...
Too much success
June 27, 2018 13:46 - 8 minutes - 16 MBHello Amazing This episode invites you to ponder what does success look like to you and how it can help or bring damage. The questions that might prompt a fruitful journaling session: HOW MUCH success do you want? WHAT is the craft that you want to be recognized for? WHEN do you want the success in your life’s trajectory? If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. W...
Why human and not a cow
June 07, 2018 02:09 - 10 minutes - 19.2 MBHello Amazing In this episode we explore the unique characteristics of life in human form and why it's good to remember these. If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. With love --- If this feeling flows both ways, consider supporting Think Clearly project via Patreon. If you're enjoying the show chances are high that you'll love the Think Clearly handwritten news...
Can you teach people to think for themselves
May 30, 2018 01:41 - 5 minutes - 9.55 MBHello Amazing In this episode Mathias shares a perspective on teaching that is eye-opening to a lot of his colleagues in the educational industry. The same idea is also articulated by Seth Godin when he answers questions to the "Genius" episode of the Akimbo podcast (EPISODE 15: In the long run). If you have a question or topic that you would like Mathias' unique perspective on, then send it by e-mail to [email protected]. Who knows where it leads you and us. With love --- If this feelin...
Inner cheerleader
May 23, 2018 01:32 - 8 minutes - 14.7 MBIn a wonderful conversation with a friend, an idea emerged. An inner cheerleader, as an alternative to the self-critical inner voice. Someone who is cheering for you no matter what. Sometimes you are doing great. Sometimes you're doing not great. But the inner cheerleader is cheering for you, just because you are. — If you want to cheerleader animation just send me a txt message to +13479875098 and I will send it back. If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider su...
Quitting too soon or staying too long
May 16, 2018 01:36 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MBWhen things are not working out, most people seem to worry if they are quitting too soon. But perhaps it's better to think if we are staying too long. This idea was also featured visually in the Think Clearly newsletter here. — If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider support with a monthly $1 donation via Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why worry
May 09, 2018 01:32 - 10 minutes - 20.1 MBHere's a perspective on the worry that might help you to worry less. At least for some time. Perhaps you'll forget this reframe and get back to your habit of worry about the past or the future. Why? Because to worry is so easy that it feels natural. But it's no more natural than hurting yourself physically. Imagine what your life would be like if you didn't worry. — If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider support with a monthly $1 donation via Patreon. Hosted ...
Swapping problems
May 02, 2018 00:49 - 5 minutes - 10.2 MBI sometimes compare myself to others and it's usually a bad idea. However, I found it useful to ponder if I would want to swap my life's biggest problems with anyone else. Would you swap your biggest problems with the biggest problems of your friend? — If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider support with a monthly $1 donation via Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The effort is real
April 25, 2018 14:28 - 9 minutes - 17.7 MBThis episode is for you, if you ever struggle with work-life balance. If you want to go home and not worry about work, but also feel guilty that you seemingly don't care that much when you leave the office. — If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider supporting with a monthly $1 donation via Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Consume less and engage more with social media
April 17, 2018 13:52 - 4 minutes - 8.23 MBRethink how you spend your time online. If you agree that engaging via comments and reviews is more meaningful than mindless scrolling and silent consumption, why don't you do it more often? — If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider support with a monthly $1 donation via Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pick yourself up
April 11, 2018 12:42 - 6 minutes - 12.3 MBA reframe for the situation when you don't feel like doing what you need to do. Here's the pep talk note: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=508461600090 — If you like this podcast and other Think Clearly content, consider support with a monthly $1 donation via Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should you plan and rehearse or just wing it
April 04, 2018 13:59 - 5 minutes - 9.83 MBWhat to consider when you are anxious about the preparation stage. Watch the video version of this episode here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Balance between blue sky thinking and constraints
March 28, 2018 03:09 - 5 minutes - 10.1 MBWait, why do we think about a balance when it comes to blue sky thinking and constraints? There is a more flexible perspective. Watch the video version of this episode here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Favorite song about bending the world
March 21, 2018 02:33 - 6 minutes - 11.7 MBHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reality as a dream
March 15, 2018 01:02 - 3 minutes - 6.14 MBinterpret the symbols of your reality the way you would interpret your dreams. What symbols have you drawn into your reality? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How rats handle fear
March 07, 2018 15:28 - 5 minutes - 10.9 MBI have reacted with stress and fear to some work situations recently and found solace in a story about how rats handle fear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
One billion seconds and friendships
March 05, 2018 15:18 - 7 minutes - 13.8 MBAlternative birthday and a story about friendship. Calculate the date of you 1-billion-seconds birthday if you are under 32 years old here: http://billionbirthday.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New York Skyline, reality and fiction
February 28, 2018 11:45 - 6 minutes - 12 MBLooking at something well known. And seeing that it's not just what it appears to be. NYC is not just the actual city where I go to work every day. It's also a myriad of fictions and fantasies and memories all set in the same scenery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Misunderstood or...
February 27, 2018 04:42 - 4 minutes - 7.82 MBI'm working with a voice coach to help me improve this podcast. And it surfaced a long held belief about myself: that I have often been misunderstood. However, I could suddenly see that this was perhaps not an accurate description. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Would you merge yourself with an AI
February 21, 2018 14:12 - 7 minutes - 13.3 MBIf you could hook your brain directly up to an AI, a machine learning algorithm, which could supercharge your ability to process information, would you do it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Persona or essence
February 20, 2018 01:47 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MBI have been reflecting on this distinction between our essence or true self, and then the character or role that we have in a given situation. I have been really afraid to step into a role. I thought it would automatically become miserable. So I have been showing up like an actor who refuses to play his part and ruins the scene for everyone else. But perhaps there is a way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Power of Consistency
February 16, 2018 13:40 - 4 minutes - 7.55 MBI used to believe that being authentic meant showing up as I am, always. But as I step into a leadership role, I begin to understand that there are many situations where this attitude won't work, because it means I'm often inconsistent. One day my performance is A+ and the next day it's D-. I don't think it's inauthentic to strive for more consistency, so long as it's not forced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A wonderful slap in the face
February 15, 2018 14:03 - 4 minutes - 8.94 MBI'm taking a course on basic leadership skills. The stuff that an arrogant side of me would like to pretend that I know really well. But I don't! Sure, I have taught leadership classes. But I haven't learned all of it. And this class helped me a lot by giving me some very precise and critical feedback about what I do really poorly. Like REALLY poorly... and I know it's true. Not because the test says it. The test just points to it. I know it's true because I can remember those situations. Tha...
Holding on to my own misery
February 14, 2018 13:56 - 4 minutes - 8.62 MBIn the past week I have been clinging to my own misery, and wanting others to see it too. Until I could finally see that it was becoming ridiculous. I found a way to let it go. To stop amplifying it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bending to the world or bending the world to you
February 13, 2018 14:01 - 4 minutes - 9.03 MBA life lesson from trying myself at a full time job. I am still learning how to work in a full time job, and it's not as easy as I thought it would be. I also have to face my own arrogance, in my attitude of expecting others to bend to my terms. I thought I was being flexible and accommodating but I can see now, that I actually wasn't. I wasn't honest with myself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Richard Watson and learning to hold a pen in a new way
February 12, 2018 13:05 - 12 minutes - 22.9 MBThis is a special story about a man named Richard who gave me some of the most valuable advice on a flight from Vancouver to Australia, and what we can learn from this about offering feedback. If you want to see a video of how to hold a pen, have a look here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feeling ashamed of being lazy
February 09, 2018 13:50 - 4 minutes - 7.88 MBI really try to see my own laziness as a productive force for focus and impact. As a smart strategy. Yet, on a day where I feel lazy, I am still ashamed of it and feel that I should be doing more. Help me understand what's going on. Have you experienced this? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if this were the last day of your life
February 08, 2018 13:48 - 4 minutes - 8.27 MBI often ask myself "what if this was the last day of my life?" what might I do differently? I use it mostly as a retrospective question at the end of the day. Was this day worth it? Sometimes it wasn't, but mostly it was. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.