Nathan's School of Thought

Nathan Walker
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YOU are the hero of your own story, and the best tool you have is your own thinking. As a Global Performance Coach who has worked on four continents with sales teams, executives, heads of non-profits, military officers, artists, multilevel marketers, religious leaders and tired moms, you can imagine that we won't run out of things to discuss together! We’ll explore ensuring success, reducing stress, impostor syndrome, habits of thinking, lies we tell ourselves, finding our passion, and unleashing our greatest gifts. My mission is to make YOU more powerful, more confident, more effective, and more joyful—all by turning your brain upside down.

  1. JAN 16

    Episode 84: Curating Photos, and Curating Life - How To Focus On What Matters Most

    When I curate photos, as a photographer, I have to decide which ones are relevant, which ones are beautiful, which ones take me back to a time or place or situation, which ones are most likely to be valued by the recipient or by me, and can I get rid of the rest?  Curating life is much the same. What things matter most? What are the greatest distractions in my life? If you were to take the experiences of your life and display them on a wall, sort of a panorama of your loves and your losses, the good and the bad, the lifespan of who you really have become, the picture of who you really are on the inside, the picture of what your life has contained... what are the greatest distractions?   The third thing I would invite you to write down is, "if I am distracted from what matters most, what do I lose?" if you're distracted from something unimportant, you don't lose much. But if you're distracted from those things that matter most, you may lose a great deal.  We live in a world full of distraction. Some of the distractions are really tasty. Some of them are really exciting. Are you willing to let them go? Are you willing to let the focus be the focus?  I invite you to curate your life and join me in that exercise.    Quotes referenced in this podcast are taken from: https://www.npr.org/2013/05/10/182861382/the-myth-of-multitaskinghttps://www.breakthetwitch.com/minimalism/

    9 min

  2. 05/11/2024

    Managing Conflicts with The Three R's: Respect, Respond, and Redirect, part 2

    Nathan's School of Thought

    21 min

  3. 04/22/2024

    Managing Conflicts with The Three R's: Respect, Respond, and Redirect, part 1

    In this podcast, Nathan discusses the importance of The Three R's™: Respect, Respond, and Redirect™. Nathan helps us understand and address the underlying emotions driving disruptive behavior to effectively defuse conflicts. Illustrated by an incident during a training session in New York City, Nathan explains how to effectively handle interruptions and conflicts in multiple settings, including work, family, and public interactions. By sharing a story where a participant's disruptive behavior was met with understanding and engagement rather than dismissal, the speaker highlights the importance of recognizing the underlying issues behind someone's behavior.  I invite you to find me on Instagram @natesschoolofthought, or go to natewalkercoaching.com/contact-1 and share your thoughts, notes, comments, or aspirations in the comments section. Tell me how I can help you best, and we'll schedule some time together, free of charge, to discuss it.     Let me know if there are topics you would like me to discuss, and as always, please share this podcast if you find it helpful.

    13 min

  4. 04/09/2024

    Your Life Can Be Better Than You Think

    In this episode, I share personal reflections on my 40-year marriage journey with my wife, starting from our humble beginnings with no understanding of how to navigate life together, to celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. I recount the challenges we faced, including financial difficulties, the birth of our children, and the trials of raising a family, with a focus on the spontaneous and unpredictable nature of life. Despite the hardships, I highlight the importance of gratitude, growth, and the realization that life's meaning is shaped by our responses to experiences. Through the story, I talk about hope, resilience, and the endless potential for learning and becoming better, including an inspiring quote from Jordan Peterson. Ultimately, I encourages you to search for beauty and meaning in your own lives, recognizing the eternal nature of important, true, and real things. I invite you to find me on Instagram @natesschoolofthought, or go to natewalkercoaching.com/contact-1 and share your thoughts, notes, comments, or aspirations in the comments section. Tell me how I can help you best, and we'll schedule some time together, free of charge, to discuss it.     Let me know if there are topics you would like me to discuss, and as always, please share this podcast if you find it helpful.

    10 min

  5. 03/01/2024

    The Stories You Tell

    This podcast delves into the profound impact stories have on individuals and societies, illustrating through historical and literary examples how narratives can inspire change, dictate perceptions, and influence actions. It discusses the effect of literature like Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War', the moral dilemmas in Victor Hugo's 'Les Miserables', the deceptive tranquility in Nazi Germany during the 1936 Berlin Olympics, and the motivational power of Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' during the American Revolutionary War. I emphasize the dual nature of stories to both build and destroy, and urge listeners to consciously choose and curate the narratives they tell themselves and others. Highlighting the permanence of practiced thoughts and actions, I encourage you to focus on positive, virtuous, and noble ideas to to build the story that becomes a fulfilling life. I can help you get where you want to go. Message me on Instagram @natesschoolofthought, or click the Contact link on my website: https://natewalkercoaching.com.

    9 min

  6. 02/06/2024

    Streams and Swamps and Human Connection

    Revitalizing Relationships: Don't Let Your Bonds Become Stagnant In this heartfelt talk, I share analogies that  highlight the importance of keeping relationships fresh, just like spring water. I emphasize the concept of honoring the 'bids', or attempts at connection, from others, to encourage healthy progress in relationships. Stagnant water in a stream is akin to stagnant relationships and in this podcast, I underline the significance of 'emotional deposits' in ensuring the prosperous flow of relationships. I can help you get where you want to go. Message me on Instagram @natesschoolofthought, or click the Contact link on my website: https://natewalkercoaching.com.

    12 min

  7. 01/13/2024

    Happiness and Change, No Matter What Others Think

    Episode 78 Happiness  and Change, No Matter What Others Think: Confronting Self-Consciousness & Embracing Your Ability To Become In this reflective talk, Nathan discusses the often subtle insecurities we carry about our appearances and how these thoughts can impact us. He deciphers how insecurity is common, and that the best way to confront it is by shifting our focus from how we look, to the value we provide to others. Nathan talks about the importance of dressing appropriately and the influence it has on our self-perception and performance. Additionally, he critiques an attitude of superiority based on appearances and encourages us to pursue the positive changes we can make in ourselves, whether it's related to appearance, fitness or attitude. In conclusion, Nathan empowers the viewers to retain their personal power, to be the person they aspire to be, and to not give away their power to others' opinions. I can help you get where you want to go. Message me on Instagram @natesschoolofthought, or click the Contact link on my website: https://natewalkercoaching.com. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections 00:33 Dealing with Self-Consciousness 01:49 The Impact of Appearance and Dress 02:51 The Danger of Superiority Complex 03:29 Embracing and Improving How You Are Seen 03:50 Addressing Perceptions and Judgements 04:31 Dealing with Unfairness and Challenges 07:28 The Power of Attitude and Response 09:21 Choosing Happiness and Personal Power 10:36 The Journey to Self-Improvement 12:08 Embracing Your Identity and Potential 13:37 Conclusion: The Power of Choice

    14 min

  8. 12/21/2023

    Regret, Loneliness, and Good Things To Come

    Podcast 77: Regret, Loneliness, and Good Things To Come In this episode, Nathan discusses the experience of regret and provides a deeper exploration of the feelings that arise during the holiday season. He urges the listener to not dwell on past mistakes and instead embrace the learning opportunities they provide. Reinforcing this point, Nathan quotes John Greenleaf Whittier and Henry David Thoreau about regret. Nathan discusses the choices we make, and the importance of accepting responsibility for these choices to gain personal power and influence outcomes. He suggests that, instead of trying to erase past experiences, it is healthier and more fruitful to make those experiences meaningful. Nathan concludes with a reflection on the story of the baby prophesied by Isaiah, who grew to suffer for humanity, and offer hope and healing. He encourages listeners to look forward with faith, learning from past mistakes, and celebrate hope this Christmas. 00:01 Introduction: Contemplating Regret 00:40 Understanding the Downward Spiral of Regret 01:40 The Dangers of Dwelling on 'It Might Have Been' 02:21 The Complexity of Choices and Regret 03:37 Taking Responsibility for Our Choices 04:31 Dealing with Regrets of Unmade Choices 05:11 Turning Regret into a Learning Experience 05:49 The Importance of Moving Forward from Regret 06:09 Finding Meaning in Loneliness and Difficulty 06:39 Finding Hope in the Story of Christmas 08:02 Conclusion: Embracing the Future with Hope I can help you get where you want to go. Message me on Instagram @natesschoolofthought, or click the Contact link on my website: https://natewalkercoaching.com.

    9 min
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YOU are the hero of your own story, and the best tool you have is your own thinking. As a Global Performance Coach who has worked on four continents with sales teams, executives, heads of non-profits, military officers, artists, multilevel marketers, religious leaders and tired moms, you can imagine that we won't run out of things to discuss together! We’ll explore ensuring success, reducing stress, impostor syndrome, habits of thinking, lies we tell ourselves, finding our passion, and unleashing our greatest gifts. My mission is to make YOU more powerful, more confident, more effective, and more joyful—all by turning your brain upside down.

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  • Creator
    Nathan Walker
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    84
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Nathan Walker Consulting LLC
  • Show Website
    Nathan's School of Thought