Scott on Love, Loss, and the Importance of Equanimity - Part 2

Show Notes: Transforming Lives Panel Podcast - Episode with Scott

Hosts:

• Sharmin Prince
• Mitzi Dadoun

Guest:

• Scott, a multi-faceted coach and author of 28 books, based in Boston.

Episode Overview: In this episode, Sharmin and Mitzi welcome  Scott, a career, business, and psychedelic support coach, who is dedicated to helping others discover their true azimuth—a unique direction that brings purpose and fulfillment to life. Scott shares his journey, insights on grief, meditation practices, and the importance of living a life of equanimity.

Key Segments:

1. Introduction and Grounding Exercise:
2. • Sharmin and Mitzi lead a brief grounding exercise to help listeners center themselves before diving into the conversation.
2. Guest Introduction:
3. • Introduction of  Scott, his background, and his dedication to helping others align their lives with their deepest values and aspirations.
3. Time Capsules and Letters to the Future:
4. • Scott shares a personal story about creating time capsules with his late spouse, Brian, and the profound impact of reading letters from the past.
4. Grief and Loss:
5. • Scott discusses his experience with grief, offering a unique perspective on how to support those who are grieving. He emphasizes the importance of celebrating the depth of love that leads to deep grief.
5. Reframing Support for Grieving Individuals:
6. • Scott suggests alternative ways to support someone in grief, such as asking "How's your grief?" instead of offering platitudes.
6. Meditation and Equanimity:
7. • Scott talks about his meditation practice, the difference between equanimity and indifference, and how meditation has helped him maintain balance in life.
7. Silent Retreats and Vipassana Meditation:
8. • Information on Vipassana meditation retreats and their benefits, including how they are offered for free as a pay-it-forward model.
8. Final Thoughts and Message:
9. • Scott shares his core message that life is not about being happy but about achieving balance and equanimity.
9. Contact Information:
10. • Listeners can contact Scott by Googling Scott or reaching out to the podcast hosts for a digital copy of his most recent book.

Special Offer:

• Scott offers a free digital copy of his most recent book to listeners. To receive a copy, listeners can message the podcast hosts.

Closing Remarks:

• Sharmin and Mitzi thank Scott for his insights and vulnerability, and they encourage listeners to reflect on the episode's themes of love, loss, and balance.

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