Episode Summary
This episode of the Inner Entrepreneur Podcast explores the importance of self-knowledge and living authentically. Host Paul Ryan shares his personal journey of self-discovery, which began with a transformative meditation experience in his teenage years.
Paul highlights his life-changing experience with a fire walk and meditation, leading to a clear vision of two potential life paths and the choice to live authentically.
He offers practical advice on starting the journey of self-discovery through journaling and self-reflection, providing listeners with eight guiding questions to explore their feelings, core values, and ideal life vision. Paul encourages embracing the challenges of change and the importance of listening to one's inner voice for personal growth.
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Additional Notes
00:00 Welcome to the Inner Entrepreneur Podcast
00:03 The Journey of Self-Discovery Begins
00:39 A Life-Changing Meditation Experience
01:07 40 Years of Inner and Outer Exploration
02:56 The Turning Point: Choosing Authenticity
05:37 The Challenges of Living Authentically
07:18 Embracing the Journey of Self-Reflection
08:17 Starting Your Own Journey: Practical Tips
09:30 Journaling: A Gateway to Self-Knowledge
10:45 Eight Questions to Kick start Your Self-Discovery
13:26 The Lifelong Journey of Getting to Know Yourself
13:50 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
About the host:
Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur. business owner and an eternal student of life. As CEO of a thriving distribution company specializing in IT infrastructure systems, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.
Paul avidly consumes books, courses and podcasts, embodying the spirit of a lifelong learner. His thirst for knowledge and adept leadership has enabled Paul to create a life of time and financial freedom.
Connect with the host:
Paul's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/
Paul's X: https://twitter.com/paulryanwrites