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Imagine a carryable cube that transforms into a yoga studio, outdoor office, barista cart, or a dream home - in minutes. We're building it as we speak! Join us as we explore the human experience, providing actionable insights to discover yourself and the world around you.

  1. 01/17/2024

    Poetry

    From the timeless verses of Shakespeare's Sonnet 18 to the raw, slang-infused lyrics of contemporary rap, we traverse the diverse landscape of poetic expression as we delve into poetic evolution spanning centuries. Join us as we uncover the myriad of shapes poetry can adopt and, more importantly, showcase how it serves as a powerful medium for self-expression! Feeling the poetic urge within yourself? We invite you to share your verses in the comments below; let your creativity bloom! As always, thanks for listening. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Gallery of Platoons 02:26 - The history of poetry, we are all poets 05:11 - Shakespear's Sonnet 18 06:45 - Reflecting on a Summer's Day 08:57 - Accessibility of historical poetry 12:59 - Formality of historical poetry 16:15 - There is no proper way to communicate 17:47 - Vulnerability in poetry connects us 19:26 - Walt Whitman's O Me! O Life! (Leaves of Grass) 20:54 - Confronting existential questions through poetry 22:22 - Emily Dickinson's Because I Could Not Stop for Death 25:57 - Reframing life events through poetry 28:30 - The master of noticing 30:25 - Sylvia Plath's Lady Lazarus 31:52 - Confronting polarizing topics through poetry 34:00 - Love. by The Chariot 40:08 - Yung Pueblo's Lighter 43:00 - Finding authenticity through poetry 45:00 - Art is the way we express the things we can't say 47:12 - Poetry helps us process the moments in life beyond words 48:52 - Have Mercy by Cordae 50:42 - Rap isn't afraid to be authentic 53:20 - Rap abstract, using slang in poetry 57:50 - Don't write poetry for anyone other than yourself 58:18 - CAConrad and meditative poetry 1:00:05 - We vanish into one another as needed 1:03:37 - 18-day conversation through a magnifying glass 1:06:06 - Poetry is expressive. Anyone can write anything. Write authentically and connect with others 1:08:46 - If you're in a hole, find a way to express your truth 1:11:00 - Embrace change! Poetry helps

    Poetry
  2. 01/07/2024

    Fear

    We're getting real about those heart-pounding moments - sharing stories of surviving near-death experiences, conquering loss, and tackling fears head-on. Join us for an honest discussion on unraveling the mysteries of fear, discovering its roots, and finding ways to use it as a catalyst for growth. Share your own fears with us at community@lifeform.space – we're eager to hear about the ones you're facing and the ones you've overcome. And always, thanks for listening and being a part of this fearless journey! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:49 - New experiences can be scary 03:50 - Conquering our fears, one bathroom at a time 06:56 - What is fear? Fear is a mirror 07:42 - What is fear? Fear is a biological response 08:18 - The irrationality of fear in modern society 10:13 - Jordan's Fear Journey 12:47 - Getting through moments of fear - this too shall pass 17:02 - Be brave! 18:05 - But don't be afraid to ask for help 18:58 - Positively framing traumatic experiences 22:50 - Jordan's near-death experience 25:06 - Gregory's near-death experience 28:20 - What are you afraid of? Why? Uncovering root fears 34:50 - Everyone is living the life our path has led us to live 38:12 - Be curious about yourself and the world around, particularly when you're afraid 39:27 - Confronting Fears: What would happen if I started a company? 45:52 - All that matters is that you enjoy what you're doing 52:15 - Confronting Fears: What would happen if I committed to building a house in Japan? 56:48 - Follow your fears! The bigger the fear you overcome, the more you'll change your life 1:02:12 - Use fear as energy for positive movement

    Fear
  3. 12/31/2023

    Resolutions

    Happy New Year! In this episode, we share candid journal entries recounting unforgettable moments: from Jordan's airborne adventure with goats to Gregory's inaugural tattoo experience. All while embracing the poetic highs of life as we reflect on profound insights we've learned along the way. Join us as we end our chat by reflecting on our new year's resolutions of 2023, the ones we missed, and our commitments for 2024 - setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead! We'd love to hear from you. Share your resolutions for 2024 in the comments below. Your aspirations might just inspire others! Thank you for being a part of our journey. As always, thanks for listening. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Reflecting on reading journal entries with a friend 04:30 - Become Wabi Sabi 07:25 - Ikigai, control is an illusion 10:57 - Thriving on food, water, and Levothyroxine 18:45 - Stay positive and stay healthy, unless you want to suffer for no reason 20:49 - Everyone is in a movie. What genre are you in? 24:35 - You can change no matter how old you are 25:58 - Courage tastes better than cornflakes 27:46 - Being honest about what you enjoy 31:00 - What is creation? Embracing the unknown 34:46 - How to get over writer's block 36:30 - Beautiful depictions of reality 38:22 - Raspberry mountains tumble across my doorstep 39:55 - Becoming Covid. Covid became me. 44:06 - Drowning in bushwackers, oxybenzone, and plastic water bottles - the beach. 47:30 - The Joys of America 50:34 - Art creates space to be free, anything that exists cannot be lost 53:10 - I should only make decisions, not expectations 56:33 - Giving $100 to a stranger in Maui 59:40 - Gaining perspective 01:02:55 - I want to build a home in Japan, flying with goats 01:04:50 - Life gets easier and more enjoyable the older that you get 01:06:55 - How do you know what is and what's right? the daily rediscovery of who you are becoming 01:13:35 - Getting my first tattoo - joie de papillon 01:18:42 - I'M ALIVE 01:20:44 - The day Jordan and Gregory met 01:23:10 - Jordan's morning routine accomplishments 01:26:30 - Jordan's list of fears 01:29:17 - Follow your fears and be changed 01:31:29 - Reflecting on last year's resolutions and the ones we missed 01:35:45 - Our favorite resolutions: Seeing sunlight when we wake up, daily yoga, cold showers, breath work 01:39:25 - Building systems and reorganizing your life to achieve your resolutions 01:44:11 - It's okay to modify your resolutions over time 01:45:10 - Gregory's 2024 Resolutions 01:51:53 - Jordan's 2024 Resolutions

    Resolutions
  4. 12/24/2023

    Journaling

    Ever pondered the secrets hidden within someone's personal diary? It's your lucky day! In this episode we share authentic, unfiltered journal entries. From breathtaking adventures of paragliding over Japan to that one time Jordan poured juice all over himself, we delve into the archives of our past, unraveling wisdom and insights shaped by years of introspection and self-discovery. Join us as we reflect on life, death, and the beauty between, all while unveiling the transformative power of journaling in our lives. Feeling inspired to share something? Embrace vulnerability and drop a cherished journal entry to community@lifeform.space! We eagerly await your stories. And as always, thanks for listening. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Reading vulnerable journal entries: 01:54 - Risk an update 06:45 - Birth of life 09:26 - Italian Four-Leaf Clover 11:06 - Turon Market pure white dancing 11:55 - Missing home 13:55 - Courage to turn my life around 15:45 - I've never truly loved myself 17:52 - Confronting truth sets you free 19:40 - Bats, White Wolf, Bird Harmony, Primal Instincts, Aim For What You Love, Scavenge Tokyo 23:05 - Grateful for my insignificance 25:53 - Remember to see the big picture 29:10 - The Angels and Devil is watching you. Shoot for passion. 30:47 - Sticky note reminders and religious confrontations 37:20 - Coffee stains all over our bodies 38:48 - Paragliding in Japan 41:16 - We are going to happy places and never ending 42:29 - SLAM poetry reflections 45:17 - Missing someone is a privilege, Grandma Immigration, Golden Triangles 47:20 - Meditative thrift shop disassembly 49:06 - The 6 things I must do daily 51:54 - Crouching Basket, Hidden Laundry, 1800s Tokyo speaker cafe, Raise the dead, Uncertainty is the path to creativity 54:25 - Mountains envy me, Aeronautical gratitude 56:01 - What do I truly want? 57:32 - Realize the excitement of feeling alive 58:26 - Heated tundra in escapade 59:44 - Zoom into space. Nothing but the arts 01:01:40 - Meditation retreat disconnection leads to big life changes 01:06:11 - Terror with the foxes, Frozen pond compelled to escape, Give potent milk and steam me! 01:08:53 - Convene on me. Plant a tree. Keep us Going. Soft and Free 01:12:38 - Gravity is needed for a plant to grow up 01:13:20 - Eliminating complexity is a useful pursuit 01:14:26 - First Impressions and divergent thinking 01:18:35 - The day my best friend died 01:30:38 - Is anything a waste of time? 01:33:53 - Dear August, create change. Create love. 01:35:40 - Journaling sets you free 01:36:56 - Be your own self architect

    Journaling
  5. 12/17/2023

    The Beauty of Nature

    Care to stop and smell the roses? In this episode, be mesmerized by the beauty of the natural world. From secret adventures in Italian botanical gardens to uncovering the incredible communication methods of bees, we'll dive into the captivating diversity and interconnectedness of the natural world - plus practical tips for feeling more connected to it. Join us for evocative poetry readings and more surprises along the way. Whether you're here for fascinating facts or seeking a deeper connection with nature's beauty, this episode has something special for everyone. What parts of nature truly move you? Share your thoughts with community@lifeform.space. As always, thanks for tuning in—let's embark on this nature-filled journey together! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:52 - Geographical impacts on culture 05:00 - Our connection to nature and its impact on LIFEFORM product development 08:17 - Nature is the solution to modern society (separation)11:14 - WAR against plastic plants 12:52 - Breaking into a botanical garden in Italy 16:12 - Turning mundane moments into vivid memories with nature 21:44 - Escaping the city to connect with nature 22:43 - Bees are awesome 26:30 - Exploring the diversity of natural environments 30:38 - There are 40 BILLION nematode worms for every human 32:00 - Natural history museums 33:00 - We are connected to plants and other animals36:16 - Smells of nature 46:20 - Why nature is so peaceful48:45 - Forest bathing to increase your health 51:50 - Can't get out into nature? Bring nature to you 53:50 - The benefits of barefoot shoes to connect with the Earth 57:42 - The link between nature and increased creativity 59:10 - Reading nature poems

    The Beauty of Nature

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Imagine a carryable cube that transforms into a yoga studio, outdoor office, barista cart, or a dream home - in minutes. We're building it as we speak! Join us as we explore the human experience, providing actionable insights to discover yourself and the world around you.