Wabi Sabi Stories with Ko Ko

Ko Ko Win

Wabi Sabi Stories is an exploration of people’s unique, beautiful and imperfect journeys and the lessons learnt along the way. I’ve had thought-provoking conversations about life, career, spirituality, balance etc. with a few career switchers and successful people recently that I wished I had recorded, not only because there’s a lot of value in reflecting on these stories but what perspectives they can invoke in you and the realization that their current successes happened after a lot of failures and even sacrifices.

Episodes

  1. Jul 28

    How Journaling became an Antidote to My Overthinking (Tips + My Actual System)

    I've always been an overthinking and a compulsive worrier but when I started to journal and write my thoughts down, something shifted. I started noticing my patterns, my inner voices, worries, desires and priorities... It's given me a way to quiet the loud voices in my head and gain clarity. In this video, I go through the different reasons I started journaling, my system and tips on how YOU can also start journaling and gaining clarity. Disclaimer: The views and experiences shared in this video are my own and are intended for general informational purposes only. I am not a mental health professional, therapist, or counsellor. Nothing in this video constitutes professional mental health advice. If you're struggling with your mental health, please reach out to a qualified professional or someone you trust.00:00 - Start00:13 - Intro01:48 - Why I started journaling03:25 - About my first journal entry04:20 - Why I started journaling: 1st reason05:11 - Why I started journaling: 2nd reason06:49 - Why I started journaling: 3rd reason09:57 - Tool 1: Conscious Stream Journaling13:29 - Tool 2: Gratitude Journaling16:56 - Tool 3: Worry Journaling20:26 - Tool 4: Structured Weekly Journal24:16 - Tool 5: Milestone Journaling25:33 - Bonus Tool: Writing Letters I will NEVER send28:55 - Tip 1: Make it accessible (easy)29:29 - Tip 2: Don't obsess about the PERFECT Environment30:51 - Tip 3: Write on paper

  2. Jul 21

    How a HUGE financial mistake bought my peace of mind

    Little did I know that this expensive mistake would be the catalyst for me to start a healthy, stable and "boring" financial strategy. *Sorry for the "redacted" edits since I felt that the specific amounts did not matter to the story.* This is more vulnerable than I had initially planned for but I feel it's needed for me to have gone through this experience and to share it with you so you might have an insight into my thought process and learn from my mistakes. Enjoy! ***Redacted specific numbers for sensitive info***00:00 - Start00:55 - Background Context03:59 - Greed and ego05:18 - Investing in Terra Luna07:42 - Insane gains!08:20 - The start of the crash10:18 - Day of the crash16:14 - The morning after...20:34 - Realization of my investment strategy20:59 - Realigned 1st Goal22:11 - Realigned 2nd Goal24:54 - The takeaway27:03 - My reflection journal entry of this experienceDISCLAIMERS & DISCLOSURESThis content is strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only. Ko Ko Win does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. The information presented is general in nature and is provided without consideration of the investment objectives, risk tolerance, or financial circumstances of any specific viewer, and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Follow me on these channels: ⁠YouTube Channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@kokowin ⁠Spotify⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ki30eooxZ36ZROh3pvNPg

  3. Jul 20

    The moment I realised it wasn't just stress

    Anxiety is a word that I had known but never really understood it for myself and how it feels in my body. For the longest time, I thought this was from chronic stress and the demands of the Sales roles that I had done in my career. This video is about me sharing the raw experiences and the turning point of when I realised it wasn't just stress but something more.Disclaimer I'm not a mental health expert or claim to be. The experiences and reflections I've shared here are purely based on my own experience. Everyone experiences and handles anxiety differently. If you are going through a difficult situation, please seek a trained professional.The cognitive practices I've discussed in this space are tools I currently adopt to navigate anxiety until today and to maintain my performance in high-pressured situations or where clear decision making and resilience are necessary. Mentions: Philosophy Videos and Podcasts:    / @theschooloflifetv   AI Mental Health App: Ashhttps://app.talktoash.com/ 00:00 - Start00:38 - Disclaimer & Context01:42 - The reality of sales roles in corporate02:55 - Shoulder accident and returning from medical leave04:40 - Impromptu meeting with my manager10:51 - The breakdown in the lift13:31 - Burnout, tension headaches, feeling unmotivated16:11 - Deciding to get professional help for 3 weeks20:33 - Realization of mental blocks22:52 - Tool 1: Mental Reframing (Excitement vs Anxiety)27:06 - Tool 2: Journalling (Stream of Consciousness and Structured Journals)31:01 - Tool 3: Philosophy Podcasts (e.g. The School of Life)32:23 - Tool 4: Social Activities and Hobbies33:52 - Tool 5: (Controversial) AI Mental Health App36:57 - Final Thoughts: Becoming a student of life Follow me on these channels: ⁠YouTube Channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@kokowin ⁠Spotify⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ki30eooxZ36ZROh3pvNPg

  4. Jul 17

    my personal finance journey and lessons I wished I'd known sooner

    As a Burmese expat living in Bangkok, money habits, budgeting and keeping my financial goals in check is something I've started to become better at. But this wasn't how I was managing my money 7-8 years back when I started getting salary from my first job. I wanted to share my perspectives on this since it has been very helpful for me and my well being since learning about these points. 00:00 - Start00:27 - Background about me01:05 - 1st job and experiences03:36 - Starting to track my expenses05:34 - LIttle to no access for investment options06:26 - Mindset shift08:36 - Wanting to pull out from investments09:29 - Moving to a new country and the costs12:00 - Starting to save money after moving to Bangkok13:10 - Difficulties as a Burmese Passport Holder15:00 - Biggest lessons: Setting boundaries on my spending19:34 - Analyzing expenses and trends of my spending21:54 - Money as a taboo subject24:25 - Point 1: Consistency of saving to start25:11 - Have a goal in mind26:32 - Point 2: Be Intentional in tracking money28:59 - Point 3: Invest earlier rather than just save money30:19 - Point 4: Setting your boundaries Follow me on these channels: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kokowin Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ki30eooxZ36ZROh3pvNPg

  5. 12/14/2023

    Annisa-Tiara

    My guest today is Annisa-Tiara. A writer, initiator and a leader by nature, she has adapted to thrive in life through thick and thin, and she opens up about  going through a traumatic event in her teenage years, tackling mental health issues and being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome in 2023. I got to hear how she has embraced these hurdles and is not only advocating for but also continuing to inspire women facing the same health challenges... Here's our conversation... Support this podcast here:  ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wabisabistories⁠ Listen on other platforms:  ⁠Amazon Music⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Apple Podcast ⁠ ⁠Pocket Casts⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠RSS Feed⁠

  6. 12/04/2023

    Phạm Minh Châu (Jane)

    My first guest is Phạm Minh Châu or Jane as many would know. I wanted to bring her on the podcast because of the growth I've seen from the time we first met, got to work together to where she is now. Our talk was around how her childhood influenced her as a leader, her experiences and struggles in Malaysia where she spent most of her life and finding the intricate balance in work, life and spirituality. Here's our conversation... Connect with Phạm Minh Châu (Jane) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-m-pham/ Support this podcast here  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wabisabistories Listen on other platforms:  Amazon Music Spotify Apple Podcast Pocket Casts RSS Feed

  7. Season 1 Trailer

    Wabi Sabi Stories - Trailer

    Welcome to Wabi Sabi Stories with me, Ko Ko Win, an exploration of people’s unique, beautiful and imperfect journeys and the lessons learnt along the way. Wabi Sabi from Japanese philosophy, is finding beauty in simplicity, impermenance and imperfections. On this podcast I'll talk with people from various backgrounds about life, relationships, career, spirituality, mental health and life-changing moments. There's so much value and insights I've gotten from the multitude of perspectives in these stories and the feelings they invoke in you. There's a realization that these journeys towards where we are right now, success or otherwise, may be flawed and messy, yet perfectly imperfect. Support this podcast here:  ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wabisabistories⁠ Listen on other platforms:  ⁠Amazon Music⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Apple Podcast ⁠ ⁠Pocket Casts⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠RSS Feed⁠

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Wabi Sabi Stories is an exploration of people’s unique, beautiful and imperfect journeys and the lessons learnt along the way. I’ve had thought-provoking conversations about life, career, spirituality, balance etc. with a few career switchers and successful people recently that I wished I had recorded, not only because there’s a lot of value in reflecting on these stories but what perspectives they can invoke in you and the realization that their current successes happened after a lot of failures and even sacrifices.

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