Exploring a More Intentional Life with Spencer Taggart

Spencer Taggart is a husband, father, Christian, teacher, visionary, and warrior against fear and control. He cut his teeth early by being a key instrument in the development of the Will it Blend campaign with BlendTec and went on to create the social media program at Ensign College and then teach at BYU-Hawaii. He has studied the art of mindfulness in an Indian monastery. He now lives in Hawaii with his wife and 4 children seeking to help unlock the greatness in others by guiding them out of the boxes that we tend to get trapped in.Spencer Taggart discusses the importance of living with intention and purpose, and how to break free from societal expectations and fears. He emphasizes the need to know what you truly want and not be influenced by external sources. Spencer also talks about the power of having a vision and aligning it with your personal and professional life. He explores the concept of the 'box' or the prison of fear that traps us, and encourages listeners to step outside of it to experience true freedom.The conversation explores the theme of breaking out of the box and experiencing different perspectives through travel and open-mindedness. It emphasizes the importance of love, listening to one's higher self, and challenging societal norms. The conversation also touches on the negative impact of fear, comparison, and biases.We discuss the need to step out of comfort zones, embrace discomfort, and seek spiritual connection. We concludes with a call to live a life of purpose and freedom. Books Referenced:* Awareness - Anthony de Mello https://amzn.to/4gDghqi* Outwitting the Devil - Napoleon Hill https://amzn.to/3XK7gEa* Courage is Calling - Ryan Holiday https://amzn.to/3TUjmsn* Bowling Alone - Robert Putnam https://amzn.to/47wbEtH* At One Ment - Thomas McConkie https://amzn.to/4e8kHUu* Atomic Habits - James Clear https://amzn.to/3ZqLHtCWhere to Connect with Spencer:* Substack Spencer Taggart * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sptaggart* The Family Website https://tagteamhawaii.com/* Pre-Order his book “Unbox” https://tagteamhawaii.com/pages/my-book-unboxKey Takeaways:* Living with intention and purpose requires knowing what you truly want, independent of societal expectations.* Having a clear vision for your life can unlock confidence and fearlessness.* Fear is the main tool used to control and trap us in the 'box' of societal expectations.* Stepping outside of the box and breaking free from fear leads to personal growth and true freedom. Traveling and experiencing different cultures can help break out of the box and challenge preconceived notions.* Listening to one's higher self and seeking spiritual connection can provide clarity and guidance.* Fear, comparison, and biases can hinder personal growth and understanding of others.* Stepping out of comfort zones and embracing discomfort is essential for personal development.* Living a life of purpose and freedom requires breaking free from societal expectations and norms. Failure is a gift and a valuable teacher.* Don't be afraid of what others think; live authentically.* Find inspiration in people who live with freedom and don't care about others' opinions.* Strive to find joy in all things, even the mundane.* True knowledge and revelation bring more wisdom than reading books. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit abitofcuriosity.substack.com