What Would Will Smith Do?
103 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago -This podcast is about taking YOU and I to a higher place. A beautiful place where you are grateful, joyous, loved unconditionally, and where the essence of everything makes perfect sense. Will you take a chance and join me on this journey? I promise you, you have nothing to lose well...except for fear and darkness...
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Rule 4 - Meditate on Your Mortality Every Day - 50 Stoicism Rules Series
April 20, 2023 23:04 - 32 minutes - 60.4 MBWe all die so...might as well Live because doing the opposite would be eviL.
Rule 3 - Is This Essential? - 50 Stoicism Rules Series
April 17, 2023 22:15 - 12 minutes - 23.6 MBMe: Hey ChatGPT? ChatGPT: What up? Me: Can you write a description of this episode? ChatGPT: Sure, here it is... In this episode of "What Would Will Smith Do?", we delve into the third rule of Ryan Holiday's "50 (Short) Rules For Life From The Stoics": "Ask Yourself - Is This Essential?" We'll explore the importance of prioritizing the essential over the trivial in our lives, and how this can lead to a more fulfilling and purposeful existence. By applying this Stoic principle, you can l...
Rule 2 - You Control How You Respond - 50 Stoicism Rules Series
April 09, 2023 16:16 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode of "What Would Will Smith Do?", we dive into the second rule of Ryan Holiday's "50 (Short) Rules For Life From The Stoics": "You Control How You Respond to Things." We'll explore the power of focusing on what you can control, rather than getting caught up in things beyond your control. By applying this simple yet powerful philosophy, you can shift your mindset and take charge of your life. Join us as we continue our series on the Stoics and discover practical ways to apply th...
Rule 1 - Focus on What You Can Control - 50 Stoicism Rules Series
April 01, 2023 23:04 - 23 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this episode of "What Would Will Smith Do?", we delve into a simple yet powerful concept: focusing on what you can control. It's easy to get caught up in things that are beyond our control, but doing so only leads to frustration and disappointment. We'll explore how this philosophy can help you shift your mindset and take charge of your life. Join us as we continue our series on Ryan Holiday's "50 (Short) Rules For Life From The Stoics" (https://ryanholiday.net/50-short-rules-for-life-fr...
You Don't Know Enough To Be Pessimistic!
January 29, 2023 01:12 - 28 minutes - 23.2 MB"Nobody knows enough to be pessimistic..." - Daniel Goleman Join me and let's get out of this darkness and get to a higher, brighter place.
Remembrance
January 21, 2023 23:42 - 1 hour - 121 MBConfucius, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad had a lot to say but I always loved the surprising takeaway from Muhammad's teaching based on the book by Mark W. Muesse, (The Great Courses). Listen to this episode and find out what it is! No, it's not the title of this episode...
Are You Sure You Are Not Just Bored?
January 14, 2023 15:24 - 21 minutes - 40.7 MBSometimes we need a good dose of enlightenment, a spiritual nugget and a piece of wisdom and or advice and sometimes we are just bored, tired, and hungry. So don't forget about the practical aspect of life. It's easy to get carried away with spiritual heaviness so it's important to come back to simple, real, and practical things. Alright...let's get to it. Enjoy!
Running 🏃♂️ on Fumes
January 07, 2023 18:08 - 47 minutes - 89.9 MBProbably one of the few episodes where the title of the podcast does not get mentioned in the podcast 😆 HOWEVER this episode was recorded during a time in my life when all belief is gone and all I am left with is fumes of faith. I know how tough it can be (for a lack of a better word) to go through the darkest time of your life. And to be honest, all you have is your choice not to give up. So don't. Things change. How do I know? Because they have always changed with a staggering success ra...
More Right Than Wrong 😊
December 21, 2022 03:22 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB"As long as you are breathing, there is more right with you than there is wrong, no matter how ill or how hopeless you may feel..." - Jon Kabat-Zinn
Guest House - Rumi ❤️
November 26, 2022 18:38 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBTranslated by Coleman Barks This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still, treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight. The dark thought, the shame, the malice, meet them at the door laughing, and invite them in....
Trip to Infinity ♾
November 19, 2022 18:53 - 15 minutes - 28.9 MBDid you know infinity is the craziest concept that you will never truly ever understand? Infinity is the reason why we have round things! The rest of the episode is just me blabbering about Spotify music on podcasts and the band Rebelution haha Thank you for listening. Love you for being here with me. Love you even if you don't listen to this but are reading this.
Now = Infinity
October 09, 2022 16:58 - 42 minutes - 39 MB"Just cause they got a podcast...don't make them a philosopher." -Jamie Foxx We are going through a "REVOLUTION OF US" There are millions of podcasts...the question is how do you interpret this piece of information. Are we just blabber mouths, self-absorbed, egotistical, and narcissistic? Or do we crave connection? Do we want to spread love and positivity? Either way, something great and mega is going on in our world...In my opinion, I think it's a good thing 😊 This amongst other "things"...
"We are ALL Addicted to our Way of Thinking" - Richard Rohr
September 29, 2022 00:49 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBLove this quote in the title of this podcast! Mainly because it's true 😊. It is incredible how difficult it can be to change how we think! We feel comfortable thinking the way we do. We don't like to change it because it's scary. It is also (maybe) the single greatest reason why we cannot change. Well anyways, I hope you get to listen to this episode, STILL with no professional equipment including a good mic, which you would think is the minimum for a podcast 😆 Love ya! Samim
Above All...trust in the slow work of God (Another Beach 🏖 Edition)
September 15, 2022 21:47 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBAha! That is the reaction I had when I heard the statement in the title of this podcast for the first time, then I almost cried but...let's not talk about that. We usually don't associate the attribute slow with God. For so many of us who are in a tough. the dark and or confusing state we have to remember to keep moving forward, to keep believing, and to keep being honest and compassionate but above all, we have to trust and have faith in the slow work of God. This amongst other incredible...
Guilt is the Teacher, Love is the Lesson 💜
September 11, 2022 01:45 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBThe title of this episode is also the title of a book that I YET have to read. But isn't it funny how sometimes the title of a book, movie, or podcast can literally cause you to go "A HA! I get it. I never knew I needed to hear this but now that I have it makes perfect sense!" I feel like the title of the book and this episode has that effect on some people. Especially people who have been struggling with Guilt and Shame but could never figure out why? Why they felt or needed (precisio...
Death is a Punk!
September 04, 2022 03:15 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB⚠️ Warning: This podcast contains mildly interesting ideas with a hint of humor. Viewer discretion advised. Enjoy the show...
Are you Alive Yet?
August 29, 2022 16:49 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBWarning: This episode might or might not contain spiritual nuggets. Lister's discretion is advised 😆 But in all seriousness, this episode is just me freestyling (like always), a little venting, a little bit of updating on my life, and an overall reminder to keep moving forward. Keep being kind, and honest, and keep taking positive actions! We are in this (life) together and none of us are well 💝 until ALL of us are well 💚
What Song is Playing Inside of You?
August 22, 2022 23:34 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBWelcome to my first topless episode 😆 In this short but incredible, amazing episode I share a couple of "new" pieces of wisdom with you that I had just heard on Oprah's episode because you know, she is awesome and she has the best guests I can think of! So will you join me on this journey to self-discovery and out of your dark tunnel? Let's hold each other's hands and remind each other about how amazing we are as people and that life is heaven! To get started just hit play!
The Golfer Who Heard Some Great News...
July 23, 2022 16:50 - 38 minutes - 35 MBHey Listeners! Welcome to another great (video) episode of What Would Will Smith Do...or WWWSD 😆 In this episode I will be sharing all the classic reminders to keep going, to stay on course and a story about a golfer who heard some great news...With that said, come join me on this beautiful journey to a higher, loving place... 💕
Love the Truth
June 29, 2022 04:03 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBMy best episode yet! Not in terms of super/mega big guests, the quality of the podcast, or my insane ability to entertain or inform. BUT because I did better than any of my previous episodes. I was more relaxed I guess. Are you ready to be taken to another higher place? Man, that must sound weird as shit. So let me ask you this. Do you crave connection? Do you feel something is missing? You are alive but you know something is not quite right. Well, let's chat, and connect on a more heart-t...
What Comes First, Love or Truth?
June 23, 2022 04:21 - 39 minutes - 36 MBWhat comes first Love or Truth? Well, listen to this episode of What Would Will Smith Do and hear me touch on this topic amongst several (maybe even many) other topics including my "secret" (not really a secret) about my encounter with a package thief in Hermosa Beach, California!
Care-A-Lot (That's right...From Care Bears)
May 21, 2022 05:57 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIs Hawaii the spiritual mecca of the world? Who knows, not me but putting it out there. Some of the other topics include how to determine what your purpose is when you just don't know. Also, if all had the ability to bring into reality anything you like why not aim big, super big, care-a-lot big lol. But most importantly, more important than any topic mentioned in any episode, Don't Ever Give Up! Even if you are let's say... uploading podcast episodes that no one listens to 😞 continue, as lo...
The Inner Game of Life
April 18, 2022 03:48 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBMake everything you do in life an independent attempt! You are sort of re-born every second (really and not really) so treat everything positive that you attempt to do such as working out, writing a book, and building a relationship as if you have never failed before! Love like you have never been hurt before. Work out now even if you ate like a pig the whole last week and haven't worked out in two years! Do you have the energy right now to get up and jog a mile? So do it...
Enlightenment 🤣🤣🤣 (Video Episode)
April 04, 2022 14:25 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBHey, welcome to my first video episode!! Maybe just one exclamation point, not two...but anyways. In this very special video episode of What Would Will Smith Do I will discuss and share a new book. A hidden gem of books if you will. "Awakening to the Dream" by Leo Hartong. The quotes that read on this episode just re-affirm what I have suspected all along which is that "Enlightenment" is sort of a joke 😆. What I suspect is that if there is any sort of "Enlightenment" it would make sense that...
Spiritual Fast 😃 versus Religious Fast 😑
March 28, 2022 23:20 - 43 minutes - 80 MBLet's talk about my cute fitness class instructor 🧘♀️ 🔥 . Some (maybe all) of the topics include Tequila shots after soccer games, heavenly afternoon naps, making the best out of a bad place, Will Arnett & Smartless, Radiohead, why you might be interested in committing to a spiritual fast, and what the difference is between a spiritual and a religious fast. I have no idea how to break up this paragraph any further 😆 There are more topics that I touch on but you might just have to listen to...
The Dark Tunnel Analogy
March 28, 2022 03:37 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBLet's talk a little about being a nobody in a world where everybody seems to be somebody. Let's also talk about the famous dark tunnel analogy and let me introduce a new way of looking at it! These topics amongst a few other topics such as spiritual fasting (no social media, no alcohol/drugs, no porn), defeating an all or nothing thinking that prevents you from getting out of a funk, and finally my first question to you on this podcast: how important was attractiveness in your partner when y...
Love. What was the Question??
March 16, 2022 00:33 - 39 minutes - 73.7 MBWe are connected through a human "Wifi" connection transmitting human energy. Amongst other topics such as Tao Te Ching and the creation of the Universe (You know...small talk), polar opposite types of comedians e.g. Pete Holmes versus Bill Burr, why doing good is "right" and doing bad is "wrong" and the greatest book title ever.
Good Wolf, Bad Wolf
March 06, 2022 19:06 - 38 minutes - 71.7 MBLet's talk about our life's purpose/mission...as in what gives you energy or what are you passionate about! Let's also talk about feeding your good wolf and not your bad wolf! I hope you like it 😊
How Often Are You Suppose to Forgive?
February 26, 2022 22:12 - 9 minutes - 18.1 MBAll about forgiveness and nothing else!
The Sky is Blue...Even When it's Cloudy 😊
February 22, 2022 20:25 - 35 minutes - 64.5 MBBeing able to remember that the sky is blue even when it's cloudy is a great analogy to when we feel fear, anxiety, and worry. The truth is things are and will always be OK. Just like the sky is always blue during the day. How do I know? Because I am still here. You are still here. We are still here being able to change things and it's funny how things in the past have turned out to be OK 100% of the time.
The Sky is Blue...Even When it's Cloudy 😊
February 21, 2022 15:50 - 35 minutes - 64.5 MBBeing able to remember that the sky is blue even when it's cloudy is a great analogy to when we feel fear, anxiety, and worry. The truth is things are and will always be OK. Just like the sky is always blue during the day. How do I know? Because I am still here. You are still here. We are still here being able to change things and it's funny how things in the past have turned out to be OK 100% of the time.
The Paradise Episode
February 13, 2022 00:23 - 10 minutes - 19.1 MBYou are in control. Never forget that. You can change your situation if you are not satisfied with your current circumstances. This episode is proof. I made a trip to paradise possible. Don't settle, don't stop, keep going. Act! Believe!
Anyways...
February 02, 2022 01:33 - 31 minutes - 57.2 MBOne week before taking a trip to paradise (Dominican Republic) (cross your fingers), Bill Burr, honing your friend groups, farting around your partner amongst other super interesting topics that might only be interesting to me! haha
Rise of the Shero!
January 25, 2022 00:44 - 59 minutes - 110 MBThis episode might just be my favorite episode! I will touch on life's straight-shooters, the idea and rise of Sheroes and you know what? Just listen to it and decide/hear for yourself!
The Universe Never Stopped Talking to You! You just got Scared.
January 09, 2022 04:53 - 35 minutes - 64.7 MBIncredible, beautiful things are coming your way and there is nothing you can do to stop it and from enjoying them. Sorry! Also, never think that you don't matter or are forgotten about by life's essence. Life is always talking to you you. Always rooting for you. You just feel you are not worthy (sad face here). Well, I don't know you but I for damn sure know you are worth all the love and goodness this world has to offer.
Making Sense of My Recurring Nightmare...I am in it now!
December 26, 2021 03:08 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this special episode, I reveal something deeply personal. A recurring nightmare that I finally made sense of. I am in it BUT the good news is its ending...
Are Sure Good Things are Not Happening in Your Life?
December 21, 2021 04:14 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBThis episode is more of a personal update. It includes some of the positive things that are happening in my personal life. And I am almost 100% certain the same is true for you! Just pay a little more attention.
"Head Over Heels in Love with Life..."
December 11, 2021 22:36 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBWow, talk about a mess of topics in one episode. Sorry! But if there was ever an episode that encapsulates what this podcast is all about it would be this one! Happy listening...
What is left when Belief is gone? Faith!
November 27, 2021 01:34 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBMost of us if not all of us operate of a belief set. We go to work because we believe it will bring about a better future. We believe in God, destiny, and angels protecting us. We believe if you do right you will eventually get rewarded for it. But what happens when all of these believes crumble and fall. What if there are no more believes left to believe in? What do you do? What do you have left? Your reason? Your passion? What will allow you to still do good, pursue your calling? It's fait...
Spinning Top - *Extended Version*
November 14, 2021 15:29 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBRemember the spinning top from inception?! Don't we all need something that can remind us what is true and good during our dark stormy times? But what is that spinning top?! On a high level that is love and honesty. Or maybe you have a loved one (or children) that will always remind you who you truly are and that things will be OK! Things will always be GREAT at the end and if they are not then well...it's not the end.
Special Episode 2 - Will the Book - "Fantasy"
November 11, 2021 13:30 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBLet's talk a little about highly sensitive dreamers, and having been a "scared" child. Scared all the time of almost everything! That was me and that was apparently also Will! Who would have thought...
Special Episode 1 - Will the Book - "Brick by Brick"
November 10, 2021 13:03 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBWill you join me in a conversation about Will's new book...Will! What would Will Smith Do? Well, this book will reveal some of the things he has done in private!
What you Appreciate...Appreciates!
October 31, 2021 16:11 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this incredible amazing episode, I will talk about appreciating your field, your relationships, and your art. I will also touch on keeping mistakes at the mistake level and not letting them turn into failures. And finally celebrating our progress - and yes you have made tons of progress - so you can build yourself up! These are not the only topics I touch on in this episode but they are the most fundamental ones.
“If something is good, you must torture it mercilessly until it is either dead or great.” - Brian Eno
September 24, 2021 02:18 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBLet's talk Coldplay lead singer's appearance on Pete Holme's podcast You Made it Weird! Also, would you know if you were a zombie? Just saying...
Good things are happening...stay the course!
September 21, 2021 01:14 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBI recorded this episode announcing a tough, weird day. One of those nothing days. You know what I am talking about! Everybody has them - if they are alive that is. Well anyways, as soon as I was done recording it and checked my email and TikTok let me know one of my TikToks was getting attention! Incredible! It's incredible for more reasons than you can imagine.
A joke will get you into heaven...
September 19, 2021 03:20 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBIf there is one episode that will more closely resemble what this podcast will be it's probably this one! Let's talk about dating and the insanity that comes with it. Also, I have had a HUGE realization about my personal life that I would love to share and might be good news for you too. Are you ready yet to join me on this incredible insane journey called life?
...Your Spirit Irritates Their Demons!
August 31, 2021 02:31 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBWe don't just fight our own demons and insecurities, we fight everybody else's too! You can only control your actions and thoughts but being aware that others are projecting their own insecurities, issues on you is HUGE! It will save you so much pain and agony just knowing it's not personal when you encounter a negative comment, judgment, label aimed at you. It's not against you, it's against themselves. Some people will never like you because your spirit irritates their demons - Denzel Wa...
Be the Will Smith of Your Hood!
August 25, 2021 03:30 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBWe live in a society where everybody wants to be super famous with million followers but what is wrong with that image? Why does that in itself prevent us from actually reaching a huge following? It's simple, you will focus on the wrong things! Focus on your hood, family, friends, co-workers. Be the shining light for them! They need you, we need you to be focused on your community. Be hopeful, kind, and optimistic not for fame or riches, but because it is the right thing to do. Once you have...
Which Reality is The Correct One?
August 19, 2021 02:40 - 15 minutes - 13.7 MBYour perspective on life will be tested! You feel amazing and optimistic one day and super down a few later. I don't know about you but that takes a quiet toll on our mental state. But I have noticed you can get a better handle on this rollercoaster of emotions. Just keep going. Remember what you felt when you went through the positive perspective on life. It wasn't wrong! Bringing it back to my situation in life, my new job is amazing! You have no idea how things are unfolding as I talk ab...