What is a Good Life? #134 - The Beauty Of The Ordinary with Mike Moss

On the 134th episode of the What is a Good Life? podcast, I’m delighted to welcome our guest, Mike Moss. Mike is a BACP registered Counsellor and Supervisor. He has worked in voluntary and statutory organisations for over 40 years and is currently employed as a counsellor in a school. His approach is Person-Centred with an interest in the Transpersonal. He has written widely about the power of the therapeutic relationship and presented his work at workshops and national and international conferences. He has a small private practice offering counselling, supervision and training.In this conversation, we explore profound themes of life, connection, and the beauty of the ordinary. We discuss the significance of the breath before the last breath, the power of a smile, and the importance of being present. Mike shares his journey of self-discovery, emphasising the potential within each individual and the interconnectedness of life. The dialogue highlights the struggle we all face and the beauty found in acknowledging our experiences. For more of Mike's work, check out the following:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-moss/For more from Mark McCartney:Newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/Website: https://www.mmcleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/markcmccartney01:05 Breath before my last breath05:05 The power of a smile15:00 The simple beauty and connection18:25 Acknowledging the struggle of life23:35 The flow is continually present29:20 The temporary nature of our worries33:30 The power of my presence36:00 Allowing space for feeling anxiety40:00 From Ass-hole to A Soul45:45 Potential: stored up energy51:20 The vast range of life and perspective56:31 What is a good life for Mike?Keywords: Meaning of Life Interviews | meaning of life conversations | exploring life | big life questions | meaning of life discussions | creating a meaningful life​