Inner Path Seekers | Lessons for Life

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Inner Path Seekers | Lessons for Life

Inner Path Seekers is a project that aims to provide life education. On The IPS Podcast, hosted by founder Jellis Vaes, experts from diverse fields share their knowledge on topics such as mental health, relationships, the mind, the body and brain, and money. Access expertise from psychologists, neuroscientists, relationship experts, and other specialists to gain insights into the complexities of life. Join us if you're ready to seek deeper truths about yourself and the world.

  1. How to Get the Most Out of Life: Use The Time-Bucket Strategy

    4 DAYS AGO

    How to Get the Most Out of Life: Use The Time-Bucket Strategy

    Imagine going to the beach in winter to sunbathe. Technically, you can, but in most countries, it’s not the ideal season for that. It will be cold, windy, and likely rainy. We often don’t think of life this way, but in many ways, life has seasons—different phases when certain activities or choices make more sense or are more feasible than in other seasons. Seeing life through this lens allows you to get the most out of it by being smart and deliberate, recognizing that there are stages—seasons—that come and go, each with a most optimal time and opportunity for certain activities. _____ Resources Mentioned: – Die With Zero (In Die With Zero Perkins presents a framework that encourages living a life rich in experiences, using money as a tool to create memories and joy rather than a goal in itself. The core takeaway is that life is finite, and you should intentionally spend your time and money in ways that maximize happiness, fulfillment, and the ability to die with no regrets—and ideally with zero money left unused.) _____ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

    8 min
  2. EP 042 - Derek Sivers on Embracing 'Weird' as a Compliment and Challenging Conventional Beliefs

    SEP 9

    EP 042 - Derek Sivers on Embracing 'Weird' as a Compliment and Challenging Conventional Beliefs

    When asked who the most interesting man alive is, I’d say Derek Sivers. He’s an entrepreneur, writer, and former musician who founded CD Baby, sold it for $22 million, and donated the proceeds to musician education. He has authored five impactful books, given several TED Talks, and lived in various countries, embracing diverse cultures. In this wide-ranging interview, we’ll discuss embracing your weirdness, challenging beliefs, confronting death, and more. Plus, as a fun bonus at the end, Derek even asked me to take my shirt off. To connect with Derek Sivers and find the resources mentioned, check out the show notes: https://theipsproject.com/2024/09/derek-sivers/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. ______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/

    1h 27m
  3. 8 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health Today

    AUG 29

    8 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health Today

    In evolutionary psychology, there's often discussion about the mismatch between our modern environment and the way our brains evolved to function. While our lives have transformed dramatically in recent years, our brains haven't kept pace with these changes.  This disconnection is particularly striking given the rise in depression and mental health issues globally. Even as modern and wealthy countries achieve unprecedented levels of progress, it's curious that depression and mental health issues seem to be on the rise. This paradox has led psychologists, including Dr. Stephen Ilardi, to question its causes. Could it be that our modern lifestyles are misaligned with those of our ancestors? Based on this mismatch hypothesis, Dr. Ilardi created a 6-step program to naturally treat depression. This program has shown remarkable success, with a 75.3% success rate for those who follow it for 14 weeks. If you're looking to improve your mental health, Dr. Ilardi’s approach offers a promising solution. In this video, you'll learn about Dr. Ilardi’s six steps, as well as two additional strategies that have also proven effective to improve your mental health. To find all the resources mentioned in this video, check out the show notes: https://theipsproject.com/2024/08/8-things-you-can-do-to-improve-your-mental-health-today/ _____ Timestamps The Mismatch Between Modern-Day Living and Mental Health 00:00 Step 1: Sunlight Exposure 02:17 Step 2: Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids 05:53 Step 3: Exercise 08:15 Step 4: Social Interaction 11:39 Step 5: Keeping the Mind Occupied 18:18 Step 6: Creating Healthy Sleeping Habits 21:16 The Depression Cure by Dr. Stephen S. Ilardi 26:50 The Power of Humor in Improving Mental Well-being 27:21 Reducing Alcohol Consumption for Better Mental Health 31:20 Final Words 36:19 _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this episode, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

    39 min
  4. EP 041 - How to Sleep Better at Night Naturally with Dr. Michael Breus, the Sleep Doctor

    JUL 5

    EP 041 - How to Sleep Better at Night Naturally with Dr. Michael Breus, the Sleep Doctor

    Sleep is something we all need, whether we like it or not. Almost everyone has questions about sleep and wants to improve it. As we know, not sleeping well for even one night affects us the next day. Many have experienced poor sleep for weeks, months, or years, leading to emotional and physical issues. Yet, people are sleeping worse than ever, with problems like sleep apnea and insomnia on the rise (Dr. Breus discusses these in our interview). Modern life, with its constant noise from cities, cars, planes, and early/late work hours, has worsened sleep quality globally. An episode on how to sleep better at night naturally is long overdue. I reached out to Dr. Michael Breus, the sleep doctor, to educate us and provide tips on better sleep. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/07/how-to-sleep-better-at-night-naturally-with-dr-michael-breus/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 - Intro 00:00  - Why Dr. Breus became a clinical psychologist and a sleep expert 2:57 - The Questions: Overrated/Underrated 8:18 - The use of mouth tape and if it works or not 9:10 - Sleeping in the same bed, overrated or underrated? 10:53 - A white noise machine, overrated or underrated? 14:30 - Morning people, overrated or underrated? 17:41 - The IPS Academy 24:33 - Sleep disorders, overrated or underrated? 25:37 - How to solve insomnia and sleep apnea 31:25 - What Dr. Breus feels is overrated about sleep 34:20 - What Dr. Breus feels is underrated about sleep 41:21 - Exciting advancements in sleep technology 43:54 - Connect with Dr. Breus 46:43 - The final question  47:37 - Outro 48:24 - The IPS Academy 50:03 ______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/

    51 min

  5. JUL 2

    The 5-Bullet Point Episode (EPs 36–40)

    It’s always an exciting moment for me to release these 5-Bullet Point Episodes. It’s a time for me to reflect on the past 5 episodes and the incredible guests I’ve had the chance to talk to. Made for you, these 5-Bullet Point Episodes serve as a way to gain insights through short clips from the previous 5 episodes, helping you check out which ones you might find interesting enough to listen to the full interview. Moreover, these episodes can provide a boost of insights and inspiration to brighten your day. That’s actually another reason why I love creating and listening to them myself.However you choose to use this episode, I hope it can be helpful to you. And remember, the other 5-Bullet Point Episodes can be helpful in the same way as this one. Show notes can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/07/the-5-bullet-point-episode-eps-36-40/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 00:00 How to Reinvent Yourself | Craig Stanland, Reinvention Architect 02:33 Improve Your Sex Life with Sex Educator and Coach, Ruth Ramsay 10:13 The Healing Power of Nature | Dr. Melissa Lem 16:06 Laughter is the Best Medicine | Laugh Your Way to Health and Success with Andrew Tarvin 21:18 What to Say to a Suicidal Person | Lessons from a Crisis Support Worker 30:06 Outro 35:00 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/.

    37 min
  6. EP 040 - What to Say to a Suicidal Person | Lessons from a Crisis Support Worker

    JUN 4

    EP 040 - What to Say to a Suicidal Person | Lessons from a Crisis Support Worker

    As someone who once struggled with suicidal thoughts, I understand the importance of raising awareness for suicide prevention. Every year, 703,000 people take their own lives, and this staggering number highlights the urgent need for education on how to support those in crisis. In this interview on the Inner Path Seekers podcast, Rebecca Hooke, a crisis support worker at Lifeline Australia, offers practical advice and valuable strategies for having conversations with someone who might be suicidal. By learning what to say, we can make a difference and help reduce these heartbreaking statistics. If you are here to learn more about this topic and how to be there for someone, thank you for doing so—truly. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/06/what-to-say-to-a-suicidal-person-lessons-from-a-crisis-support-worker/ _______ The IPS Academy If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy.⁠⁠ What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy⁠⁠. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 I am working on them! :)

    1h 32m
  7. EP 039 - Laughter is the Best Medicine | Laugh Your Way to Health and Success with Andrew Tarvin

    APR 29

    EP 039 - Laughter is the Best Medicine | Laugh Your Way to Health and Success with Andrew Tarvin

    🎙️Join us in this episode of The IPS Podcast for an enlightening conversation on an often-overlooked yet incredibly powerful tool for improving both our physical and mental well-being: humor! In this episode, we sit down with stand-up comedian and the world's first humor engineer, Andrew Tarvin, to explore how injecting humor into our lives can lead to happier, healthier, and more successful outcomes. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/04/how-to-laugh-your-way-to-health-and-success-with-andrew-tarvin/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 Intro 00:00 - 02:31 The Meaning of Humor: Andrew’s Perspective 02:32 - 07:31 Humor is a Skill Anyone Can Learn 07:32 - 11:19 The Origin Story of Humor That Works 11:20 - 15:05 The (Health) Benefits of Humor 15:06 - 24:06 An Exercise in Improv: Listen, Laugh and Connect 24:07 - 36:37 Support The IPS Podcast 36:38 - 37:50 The 7 Humor Personas 37:51 - 46:50 Simple Exercises for More Humor in Everyday Life 46:51 - 57:18 Practical Tips for Incorporating Humor 57:19 - 1:01:31 Outro 1:01:32 - 1:05:33 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/.

    1h 6m
  8. How to Have a Great Sex Life | Sex Educator and Coach Ruth Ramsay (Bonus Episode)

    MAR 14

    How to Have a Great Sex Life | Sex Educator and Coach Ruth Ramsay (Bonus Episode)

    It was an absolute delight to have had renowned sex educator and coach, Ruth Ramsay on the IPS podcast in Episode 037, titled 'Improve Your Sex Life with Sex Educator and Coach Ruth Ramsay.' Now, it's our pleasure to welcome her back for this bonus episode, which is, once again, a treasure trove of resources and practical takeaways to improve your sex life starting today. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/03/how-to-have-a-great-sex-life/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 - Intro 00:00 - 02:44 - Is there anything that people who are listening should know about actively working on their sex life and what this does for other areas of their life that they might not realize right now? 02:45 - 08:17 - What are some great ways to prevent sex from getting boring that many listeners might not have explored? In the first years of your relationship, it isn’t too hard, but after 10, 20, 30, … years, it becomes a lot more difficult to keep things exciting. 08:18 - 16:43 - How do you navigate a relationship where one partner would have very different desires from the other partner? 16:44 - 23:27 - What would be a great piece of advice or exercise for non-binary or transgender people who are listening right now? 23:28 - 26:59 - The IPS Academy 28:15 - 38:00 - What is something that most men feel ashamed or very insecure about surrounding sex, their bodies, and/or the emotional and physical skills they need for intimacy? 28:15 - 38:00 - What is something most women feel ashamed or very insecure about surrounding sex, their bodies, and/or the emotional and physical skills they need for intimacy? 38:01 - 49:48 - Outro 49:49 - 51:26 - The IPS Academy 51:27 - 52:53 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/.

    53 min
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Inner Path Seekers is a project that aims to provide life education. On The IPS Podcast, hosted by founder Jellis Vaes, experts from diverse fields share their knowledge on topics such as mental health, relationships, the mind, the body and brain, and money. Access expertise from psychologists, neuroscientists, relationship experts, and other specialists to gain insights into the complexities of life. Join us if you're ready to seek deeper truths about yourself and the world.

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