Hi All,
Greetings from the Temple in Jackson Hole!
This past week was bananas in the most amazing way.
You’ve probably heard about all of the progress going on in the NFT world with the art auctions, artists finally getting what they are due, record-breaking transactions, and community building. A lot of it. One thing that stands out for me in the NFT community is the humility and gratitude that the artist, collectors, and platforms are embodying.
It is very refreshing to be part of the community as a collector and soon as a player in the space ;) shhh...I’ll keep you posted once more progress is made. I promise.
On the personal side, this week was a bit of a whirlwind with some days finding myself saying, “where did the day go?” Even though it was a week full of progress, ideas, connections, growth, and all-around net-positive results there were moments where I felt a bit overwhelmed.
In practicing awareness, I found that the feeling of overwhelm was really just me hitting my edge of growth.
Heck, it was challenging.
Feelings of imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, and unworthiness showed up. Rather than listening to the voices that were trying to keep me small and safe, I was aware that these voices were not mine. I acknowledged them but I did not entertain them. Every time one of these feelings showed up, I took action towards the outcome I was working towards. In the presence of fear and overthinking, I paused, took a deep breath and I took the next small step.
I was feeling uncomfortable and loving it.
Through my 12 year journey of spiritual, personal, and professional growth I am now am able to recognize that this type of discomfort is actually growth.
Recently, I have been pinching myself more often because all of my coaching clients are my dream clients. They are so passionate about their lives, committed to growing their businesses, and investing in their personal growth. The commitment of my clients inspires me to level up and show up more fully for them.
This week, I onboarded 2 new clients who have started to see their transformation take place in real-time. On Wednesday, I woke up to this message:
This is what fuels me to continue to improve so that my clients get the world-class support they deserve in their personal and professional growth. For me, it’s all about being of service.
Through God and Love, All I do is Win.
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Things I Discovered
A Reflection:
When you find an opportunity seize on it and go with the flow. Work diligently and professionally to make it happen. Have fun, bring joy and celebration along for the process.
A Question:
What is your desired outcome?
A Phrase:
Improve the leader, improve the business.A Lesson:
We are not in control but we are in charge.
A Conviction:
I believe you can speak things into reality. Language is the soil that nurtures the seed of our thoughtsA Quote:
“Don’t be intimidated by what you don’t know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else.” - Sarah Blakely
A Framework:
Playing to Win v. Playing not to lose:
Playing to win embraces being uncomfortable.
Playing not to lose embraces comfort.A Truth:
Collaboration is POWERFUL.A Recommendation:
Get comfortable with saying, “No”
An Article: Hackers, Mason Jars, and the Psychedelic Science of DIY Shrooms The history of home cultivation methods of Psilocybe is more connected to early internet culture than you'd think.
This article by Joanna Steinhardt was sent to me by a dear friend. In it the writer highlights the history of home cultivation methods that were started and made famous by the McKenna brothers when they published their Psilocybin: Magic Mushroom Grower’s Guide under pseudonyms and how the home grown movement has evolved thanks in part to the internet culture.
I particularly enjoyed the part of the article where she gives proper shout out to some powerful innovators in the space from PF Tek to Ythan Bernstein (15 years at the time) who built Shroomery.net.
This is a great overview of the history of magic mushrooms and internet culture.
One key note, is that there have been A LOT of advancements and innovations in the home cultivation space that Joanna did not mention.A photo:
After noticing that we hadn’t left our house / property, Lindsey invited us to go on a hike on one of our favorite trails in Jackson, Cache Creek. This was EXACTLY what I needed after such a dynamic week. Nature always provides.I really love this photo. It’s my whole world in a single frame: Lindsey, Monet, and I.
Pura Vida,
Alejandro
P.s. I am thinking about re-creating this newsletter. Let me know if you have any ideas.