Murphy's Notes

Murphy Ochuba
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Murphy's Notes

Lots of ideas go through my head per time and it doesn't feel right to keep them to myself. I created this space as a healthy outlet to share them with the world. Personal experiences, random thoughts, connected dots, and valuable lessons I've picked up from books and people on this journey of life. Episodes drop weekly and usually range from 5-10minutes. Feels good to have you in this space. Hit the subscribe/follow button and the bell icon so you never miss an update.

  1. 12/15/2024

    Season 3 Finale: What Drives You?

    What drives you? As we wrap up season 3 today, I share the back story about how far we’ve come on this journey, using an analogy from an interesting TED talk by Layi Wasabi that I came across earlier in the year. The central message of today’s note is that our driving force should be internal, rather than external. That’s how you defy inertia because if internal forces drive you, only internal forces can stop you.

    8 min

  2. 12/09/2024

    Someone Once Said: “If It’s Textable, Don’t Call”

    As a sequel to our last episode about listening, today’s note expounds on some unspoken communication rules.

    6 min

  3. 12/01/2024

    “We Listen, We Don’t Judge”... And Other Pressing Matters

    Recently, the internet has been agog with a trend "We listen, we don't judge.". In today's episode, we talk about listening. Sometimes, instead of listening to someone, we give unsolicited advice, or we reflect our fears and sometimes judgments on them. Listening is an essential communication skill and our relationships would be much better if we only knew how to listen.

    7 min

  4. 11/24/2024

    Money Matters: 10 Timeless Truths and Smart Moves

    Today’s note challenges you to confront hard financial truths while offering smart, practical solutions for money management. Through relatable examples and honest insights, it reveals how our spending habits reflect our true priorities and values. From innovative budgeting techniques to preparing for the '100 days of January,' the episode offers a fresh perspective on making intentional money decisions that go beyond conventional financial advice.

    7 min

  5. 11/17/2024

    "I'm Busy!": Priorities vs. Posteriorities

    This episode challenges listeners to examine their true priorities, introducing the concept of 'posteriorities' - what we consciously choose not to prioritise. Through relatable analogies of money-spending habits and juggling rubber versus glass balls, the episode reveals how our choices, not time, determine what we achieve. It offers a fresh perspective on work-life balance, the dark side of success, and the importance of protecting what's truly irreplaceable in our lives while being honest about our priorities.

    7 min

  6. 11/10/2024

    Living for the 'Gram

    In today's note, I share a valuable lesson I learned when I lost a 100-day streak. Humans are naturally obsessed with likes and streaks because these things make us look good on the outside. But addiction to appearances is often what holds us back from real growth.

    6 min

  7. 11/03/2024

    The Road Less Travelled

    Learn why being 'deaf' to negativity might be your superpower. Through the inspirational story of a deaf frog, we break down 5 crucial lessons about success, personal growth, and following unconventional paths. Essential listening for entrepreneurs, dreamers, and anyone challenging the status quo.

    6 min

  8. 10/28/2024

    What's Life's Essence?

    For centuries, people have asked the question “What is the essence of life?”. Why do we have to keep struggling to make ends meet even though they never meet until we leave this world? What’s the point? In today’s note, I share some thoughts on this.

    7 min
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About

Lots of ideas go through my head per time and it doesn't feel right to keep them to myself. I created this space as a healthy outlet to share them with the world. Personal experiences, random thoughts, connected dots, and valuable lessons I've picked up from books and people on this journey of life. Episodes drop weekly and usually range from 5-10minutes. Feels good to have you in this space. Hit the subscribe/follow button and the bell icon so you never miss an update.

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  • Creator
    Murphy Ochuba
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Murphy Ochuba
  • Show Website
    Murphy's Notes

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