In this episode of the On Being Human podcast, we talk with Adie, a former senior leader in education, about his transition from a career driven by progress to a life focused on creativity and joy. We delve into the concept of the 'myth of progress,' discussing how societal and personal metrics often detract from experiencing life fully. Adie shares his journey of reclaiming his creative passions and the challenges and reflections that came with stepping away from a conventional career. The conversation explores the value of integrating play and creativity into adult lives and how current systems of measurement, especially in education, may need reevaluation to allow for more meaningful experiences. The episode concludes with thought-provoking prompts for listeners to assess their own metrics and values in life.
Chapters in this episode
00:00 Introduction to Playfulness and Progress
01:36 Margaret Wheatley's Perspective on Progress
03:09 Personal Reflections on Progress
04:40 The Balance of Creativity and Ambition
07:13 Transitioning from Career to Life Path
10:11 The Joy of Creativity and Playfulness
21:17 Challenging the Obsession with Growth
23:27 Who is Adie?
26:59 Reflections and Conclusion
39:18 Final Thoughts and Experiment
41:05 Recap of our Couch Session with Adie
Our speaker
You can find more information about Adie and his music at:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BSKUyxC1q/
https://www.facebook.com/adiebmuso/
External references
If you want to learn more about the works referenced in our conversations please visit the following links:
Margaret Wheatley: Who Do We Choose to Be? https://margaretwheatley.com/books/who-do-we-choose-to-be/
Charles Eisenstein: The Illusion of Progress
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