EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 1H 5M
Conversation with Tom Mansfield
from Slow Flow Glow Radio · host Tomo Hamakawa, Michi Matsui
Flow Structures for the River of Life: Aligning Inner Purpose with Planetary HealthFor Episode 6 of Season 1 - recorded in July 2025 - we are joined by Tom Mansfield from Stroud, UK. Tom is the creator of "Cards for Life," a beautiful tool designed to explore the intersection of personal development and ecological restoration. His insights bridge the physical wisdom of a tradesman with the conceptual depth of a coach.Slow: Unplugging from the digital world to go on a "long slow journey" with a physical book. Finding restoration in the "natural speed" of a woodland, observing creatures that are active but never in a rush.Flow: Drawing from his background as a plasterer, where "if you stop to think, you've failed". Tom discusses moving into a "conceptual flow" in coaching, where he lets go of rigid planning to trust the intuitive landscape of the conversation.Glow: A state of alignment where external validation is no longer required. Tom describes this as a "quiet and profound quality" that emanates from contentment and presence, naturally affecting the atmosphere of a room.Flow Structures: Just as a river needs banks to exist, our creativity needs "Flow Structures"—flexible agreements built on trust and shared intentions that enable energy to circulate without being stifled.The Additional Word "Express": Moving beyond internal states to joyfully share your creative nature and "radical love" with the world. It is about releasing your true self into action from a place of sufficiencyTom Mansfield is the founder of Pale Blue, a coaching and consulting organization that supports individuals and teams in finding alignment with planetary health. Established in 2019, his work is deeply informed by an ecosystemic approach to personal development, blending his background training in Permaculture and NLP with a focus on participatory learning. Tom is the creator of Cards for Life, a 72-card tool born from his desire to bridge inner development with ecological restoration, allowing users to navigate complex life challenges through infinite combinations of concepts. His professional journey is unique, spanning 15 years in the built environment—ranging from his early craft as a tradesman restoring old buildings with natural materials to his current leadership roles directing programs for the Bio-leadership project. LinkedInTomo Hamakawa. Social entrepreneur, accidental hotelier, regenerative facilitator, strategic advisor, father of 4 kids - living in Ubud, Bali. LinkedInPlease share your comments, questions, and requests!https://forms.gle/2UqGMwUw6BS66cGF7
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Flow Structures for the River of Life: Aligning Inner Purpose with Planetary HealthFor Episode 6 of Season 1 - recorded in July 2025 - we are joined by Tom Mansfield from Stroud, UK. Tom is the creator of "Cards for Life," a beautiful tool designed to explore the intersection of personal development and ecological restoration. His insights bridge the physical wisdom of a tradesman with the conceptual depth of a coach.Slow: Unplugging from the digital world to go on a "long slow journey" with a physical book. Finding restoration in the "natural speed" of a woodland, observing creatures that are active but never in a rush.Flow: Drawing from his background as a plasterer, where "if you stop to think, you've failed". Tom discusses moving into a "conceptual flow" in coaching, where he lets go of rigid planning to trust the intuitive landscape of the conversation.Glow: A state of alignment where external validation is no longer required. Tom describes this as a "quiet and profound quality" that emanates from contentment and presence, naturally affecting the atmosphere of a room.Flow Structures: Just as a river needs banks to exist, our creativity needs "Flow Structures"—flexible agreements built on trust and shared intentions that enable energy to circulate without being stifled.The Additional Word "Express": Moving beyond internal states to joyfully share your creative nature and "radical love" with the world. It is about releasing your true self into action from a place of sufficiencyTom Mansfield is the founder of Pale Blue, a coaching and consulting organization that supports individuals and teams in finding alignment with planetary health. Established in 2019, his work is deeply informed by an ecosystemic approach to personal development, blending his background training in Permaculture and NLP with a focus on participatory learning. Tom is the creator of Cards for Life, a 72-card tool born from his desire to bridge inner development with ecological restoration, allowing users to navigate complex life challenges through infinite combinations of concepts. His professional journey is unique, spanning 15 years in the built environment—ranging from his early craft as a tradesman restoring old buildings with natural materials to his current leadership roles directing programs for the Bio-leadership project. LinkedInTomo Hamakawa. Social entrepreneur, accidental hotelier, regenerative facilitator, strategic advisor, father of 4 kids - living in Ubud, Bali. LinkedInPlease share your comments, questions, and requests!https://forms.gle/2UqGMwUw6BS66cGF7
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