[Nathan]

Hi Club!

Thank you so much for exploring the idea of Whole Brain Living with me! I learned so much from each of you and I’m so grateful for the time we got to spend together. As promised, I’m including the replays for this book which are not included in the normal Member Session replays. I can’t wait for our next book, and I hope you’ll join us as we dive into The Creative Cure.

Many blessings to you, and thanks again!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsplkTtE-6GtNMim0JXvqUjsOL6ygxDS1

[Nathan]

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone in a little while! I wanted to post this, because in Part 3 of the book, we really see how the 4 characters show up in our daily lives, and the Brain Huddle is a critical way we get to practically use the information of this book:

The Brain Huddle is a simple exercise that allows us to connect with each of the four characters of the brain and to listen to their wisdom. To do a Brain Huddle, simply find a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Then, visualize each of the four characters in your mind.

Character 1, Left Thinking: This is the rational, analytical part of the brain. It is responsible for language, logic, and problem-solving.
Character 2, Left Emotion: This is the emotional part of the brain. It is responsible for feelings such as fear, sadness, and anger.
Character 3, Right Emotion: This is the experiential part of the brain. It is responsible for feelings such as joy, love, and compassion.
Character 4, Right Thinking: This is the intuitive, spiritual part of the brain. It is responsible for creativity, imagination, and insight.

Once you have visualized each of the characters, take a few minutes to listen to what they have to say. What are they feeling? What are they thinking? What advice do they have for you?

When you are finished listening to the characters, take some time to reflect on what you have learned. What insights have you gained? How can you use this information to make better decisions in your life?

The Brain Huddle is a powerful tool that can help you to live a more balanced and harmonious life. By connecting with all four characters of the brain, you can gain access to a wealth of wisdom and guidance.

Here are some additional tips for doing a Brain Huddle:

Be patient. It may take some time to get used to the exercise.
Be honest with yourself. Don’t try to suppress any of the characters’ thoughts or feelings.
Be open to new ideas. The Brain Huddle can help you to see things from a different perspective.
Have fun! The Brain Huddle is a great way to connect with your inner wisdom.

[Nathan]

I found this graphic that I thought would be helpful when thinking about the 4 characters!

[Nathan]

Thank you for a great discussion tonight! I loved our conversation and I’m so grateful for the time I get to spend with you. I learn so much from all of you! ❤️

[Nathan]

Part 2 of Whole Brain Living explores the concept of the “left-brain ego” and how it can lead to stress, anxiety, and depression. Taylor argues that the left-brain ego is responsible for our sense of separation from the world, and that it can become overactive when we are feeling threatened or insecure.

To counter the effects of the left-brain ego, Taylor encourages us to reconnect with our right brain, which is associated with creativity, intuition, and compassion. She suggests a number of practices for doing this, including:

• Meditation: Meditation can help to quiet the left-brain ego and allow the right brain to come online.
• Nature: Spending time in nature can help us to feel more connected to the world and less separate from it.
• Creative expression: Engaging in creative activities, such as painting, dancing, or writing, can help us to access our right-brain intuition and compassion.

Here are some questions to be thinking about:

• How does the left-brain ego contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression?
• What are some other practices that can help us to reconnect with our right brain?
• How can we use the principles of Whole Brain Living to improve our relationships with others?
• What are some challenges that you have faced in trying to live a more whole-brained life?

[Nathan]

Hey Whole-brainiacs!
I’m looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow. You should receive an email reminder, but just in case, here’s the link for tomorrow’s book club:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81309806396?pwd=SUtrbjQ1clhzdmh3QlBZTGVtK3h2dz09

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[Nathan]

In an effort to make the discussion of this book a place to safely explore and learn and be vulnerable, we will not be publicly posting the session replay videos. We can make replays available on an individual basis if you have joined the Discussion and missed a session!

[Nathan]

Hey Heroes!

I can’t wait to see everyone this evening. Here’s the info just in case you don’t have it already:

Session 4: Thursday, June 1, 2023

Start time: 4 pm PDT • 5 pm MDT • 6 pm CDT • 7 pm EDT

Duration: 1 – 1 1/2 hours

Chapters: 11 – 15

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81575202766?pwd=bDhjOFJ3MGJsdEt0RDNac2hKOTkvdz09

[Nathan]

I just wanted to remind everyone about the Hero On A Mission Worksheets that were posted earlier in this discussion. This download will give you the spaces for working on your eulogy, as well as your visions, goals, and daily planning! Not necessary to use, but I have found them helpful as I have developed a daily practice.

https://www.healcreate.org/?attachment=22985&document_type=document&download_document_file=1&document_file=13

[Nathan]

I had posted this replay a couple of days ago, but then it was deleted. Let’s try it again!

[Nathan]

We will miss you Leslie! It will be recorded though, so you can follow the conversation. Thanks for being an important part of our group, and keep you eyes open for the next book club for The Creative Cure which will start in September!

🙏

[Nathan]

Outstanding. We can’t wait to see you!

[Nathan]

Excellent question, and here you go😊

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[Nathan]

I think you’re going to love this one!

[Nathan]

“And I know it’s possible if I(we) just set our mind to it and continue on the path no matter how difficult it gets or how many times we want to quit. It is so refreshing to know that we can make our life and live it the way we want to.”

This. This is what the book is saying is possible and you stated it perfectly. Thank you so much Sadie!

[Nathan]

Ahhh. Thinking of you Sharia and you were missed, but we’re pulling for your success with the festival! ❤️

[Nathan]

Oh bummer! We will miss you, but we have another book we’re going to be starting so stay tuned 🙂

[Nathan]

I love this so much Tracy. What a timely piece as we cast our long and short-term visions.

• “For what it’s worth: it’s never too late or, in my case, too early to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit, stop whenever you want. You can change or stay the same, there are no rules to this thing. We can make the best or the worst of it. I hope you make the best of it. And I hope you see things that startle you. I hope you feel things you never felt before. I hope you meet people with a different point of view. I hope you live a life you’re proud of. If you find that you’re not, I hope you have the courage to start all over again.”

~ Eric Roth, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Screenplay

This pretty much sums up this book, doesn’t it?

❤

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[Nathan]

I love this topic! I’m itching to do another book club on it as a matter of fact. Success is such an interesting word, isn’t it? If you’re able to find joy in the simple things, see beauty in the mundane, and feel peace in a chaotic world, then you’re more successful than most people. And yet, we have layers of success definitions that have to get peeled back to discover what it really means to us – deep down. This is why doing personal values work is so critical. It’s a journey worth taking, in my opinion.

Thanks for sharing, Desiree!

[Nathan]

Thanks for having the courage to post your eulogy here, Leslie! I know this exercise brings up a lot of mixed emotions, but over time it becomes tremendously empowering. Your eulogy is aspirational, and if you believe you truly can be the author of it, why wouldn’t it be? 🙂

I loved it, and am already looking forward to doing The Peace Project bookclub right here on Heal + Create!🙏

[Nathan]

Hi Leslie! I moved this discussion to the Hero On a Mission Forum so you can find it here.
You are free to have written your eulogy since that exercise is covered in the chapters for discussion this evening, but only if you want to.
This book lays out why a good eulogy helps you become the author of your life, but don’t feel compelled to do anything you’re not comfortable or ready for!

[Nathan]

Oh no! We will be praying for your mother and we’ll miss you in the conversation, but we will look forward to seeing you at the final session.🙏

[Nathan]

Hey Lisa!

We missed you too, but we’ll look forward to seeing you at the next one.

The Event page has been updated with the information, but we’ll be meeting on May 18, 6pm (Central Time) and we will be covering chapters 6 – 10.

We had such a great time of discussion!

https://www.healcreate.org/event/series-heal-create-community-book-club-hero-on-a-mission/

[Nathan]

We missed you too Sadie! It was a great discussion and we look forward to seeing you at the next session. 😀

[Nathan]

Hey Moy,

The Author of Hero on A Mission goes into enough detail, in my opinion, that reading Viktor Frankl isn’t necessary. However, it would be irresponsible of me to suggest that you shouldn’t! 🙂

Here’s a brief Logotherapy summary that you might enjoy:

https://youtu.be/2bOFLS39Mmk