The Pursuit of Awesome with Charlie Harary

Beliefs Shape Reality

Our beliefs often hold us back from achieving greater things in our lives. By using the technique of acting as if, we can unlock a lot of the potential that is already inside us.

Cleaning the Lens

How focusing on our beliefs and our vision can change our perspective and how we feel. Not only do we see that which was otherwise invisible, but it also changes how we perceive and feel about that which is in front of us now.

The Building Blocks of Perspective

Our beliefs shape our perspective. We spend too much time trying to change “reality”, but not enough time trying to change our perspective. When we shift our focus to our mind, we change … and our “reality” changes.

The Shell or the Lifeforce

The power of perspective. How we view the world, people and ourselves determines whether we live superficially or with meaning and purpose.

The Real Meaning of Significance

What are the drivers of our vision, our need for significance? We need to question why we want what we want: To gain social acceptance? To feel significant in the eyes of others? Or is it an expression of our true essence? The difference is critical.

Identifying and Stretching our Borders

Emotions that stand in our way of doing the uncomfortable. Fear, anxiety, nerves, etc., are not indicative of our capacity, they are the “border” we need to pass. By pushing our borders, we slowly stretch ourselves and are able to access more of our innate potential.

Building Rituals with Structure

How to build rituals by adding them to the structured parts of our day. By “extending the neighborhood,” we can best position new habits, ensuring they will stick.

The Art of Finding Flow

The difference between exotelic and autotelic behavior and how by just changing our approach to what we are engaged in, we can find “flow,” optimizing our efforts and performance.

Two Types of Urgency

The two types of urgency: Essential and Unimportant. Setting a vision helps us overcome the unimportant urgent matters and increases our desire (and urgency) to pursue things that matter.

The Real Reason for a Vision

The real reason for a vision: to uncover your inner desires. A clear vision shows us what to do, yes, but it also gives a window to who we are and what we want to be.