In this episode, the guys discuss the ego’s need to fit in and how it’s shown up in their lives. They share what they do when this ever present ego-driven pull surfaces.

Keith’s Reference:

“Self Love” is a fundamental rule of emotional and spiritual health. See In Praise of Messy Lives, Katie Roiphe; The Tao of Psychology: Synchronicity of the Self, Jean Shinoda Bolen.

Rick’s Reference:

The Art of Non-Conformity, Chris Guillebeau, The Art of Non-Conformity defies common assumptions about life and work while arming you with the tools to live differently. You’ll discover how to live on your own terms by exploring creative self-employment, radical goal-setting, contrarian travel, and embracing life as a constant adventure. Inspired by Chris’s own story and those of others who have pursued the unconventional, you can devise your own plan for an extraordinary life and make the world a better place at the same time.

Your Erroneous Zones, Dr. Wayne Dyer. If you’re plagued by guilt or worry or find yourself falling unwittingly into the same old self-destructive patterns, this book is medicine. It is a handbook on how to take control of yourself and effectively manage whatever life throws at you. The key is to start by identifying what you want in life—what you want and need, and forget about what others think of your choices.

Pulling Your Own Strings, Dr. Wayne Dyer. The bible on issues like how to prevent being victimized, acting in your personal power, controlling your life with grace and integrity; coping with manipulation, and negative people.  Easy read, lots of examples and very helpful.

Walt Whitman, Leaves of Grass (1835 Edition).

“The whole theory of the universe is   directed unerringly to one single individual.”