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First Principles Amplified

by Joel Lindsey

Psychological shadow work strategies. Discovering reality that also magnifies root issues and things we are not consciously aware of. Who’s really in control?… You are either ready to seek understanding or you are not. Locked Vault Strategies link: https://joelsamplified.gumroad.com/l/gzmer

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Episodes

  1. The ”What Have You Been Doing?” Trap

    Back with a new episode diving into the importance of not explaining where you’ve been, what you’ve been doing, how you did it, or where you are currently going to other people prying into your life. I discuss an important lesson about doing less of what matters to others and more things for you.

  2. The Addiction to Drama- 7 Reasons Chaos Persists

    In this Episode, I pick apart 7 Factors that play into why stillness and serenity doesn’t usually stay constant in these dysfunctional behavior patterns. I also share a story of a prime example of the many people starving for attention, even if it’s negative and chaotic.

  3. Embodying The Art of Carelessness: The Facts That Help You Let Go

    In this episodes, I speak about a few common guilt driven self-narratives that hold us back from truly embracing carelessness when it can serve us for the better.

  4. 5 Harsh Truths Most Don’t Accept (Free Version)

    In this episode, I digest 5 uncomfortable truths that conflict with commonly naive viewpoints people have about one another. I describe what it can feel like to be on the losing side of each truth and how to break the ice that is created. Follow this link to access the full episode on gumroad! -...

  5. Envy: How The Shadow of Comparison Corrupts. (7 Deadly Sins-Part VII) Snippet

    In my finale to the 7 Deadly Sins Series, I give a few relatable examples of how Envy resides in our relationships and Social Media. I add some personification to the dark psychology and origin of the shadow sin to help us recognize the subtlety in its actions. Full episode access link:...

  6. Lust: The Shortcut That Destroys Meaning (7 Deadly Sins-Part VI)

    The Dark Temptation of Lust. How the impulsive sin is triggered in everyday life and ways you choose to respond to the insatiable desire for physical intimacy. In go into depth towards fleeting instant gratification never reaching true meaning.

  7. Gluttony: The Hunger That Devours Discipline (7 Deadly Sins-Part V)

    Gluttony goes deeper than just overconsumption and the surface level results seen by the eye. I go deeper into the psychological position that breeds gluttonous habits over time.

  8. Greed: How You Overcome The Bottomless Pit. (7 Deadly Sins- Part IV)

    I describe the concept of duality and the cost of never having enough while expecting more and more.. There is an invisible scale with active hard work and invested passive returns.

  9. Wrath: When Anger Becomes Identity (7 Deadly Sins- Part III)

    I combine the extremes of two forms of Wrath and merge them into ideal perspectives. I also recite a personal real life example I witnessed to assist with describing what Wrath can look like.

  10. Sloth: How Avoidance Keeps You Stuck (7 Deadly Sins – Part II)

    I bring to life some everyday habits of leisure and root causes of how this sin causes delayed progress and perpetually feeling stuck. How procrastination of necessary tasks becomes much easier than momentary discomfort.

  11. Pride: The Root Sin That Destroys Self-Awareness (7 Deadly Sins- Part I)

    Tune in to a new series examination for a new perspective on the well known spiritual sins. Here I start with PRIDE.

  12. The People Pleaser III: The "Breaking Point“ (Teaser)

    In this recording, I speak about my conclusion on the realizations that this archetype manifests when they begin to sense the importance of their time, relationship boundaries, and value for their own future. Full episode access link:...

  13. The People Pleaser Part II: The Cost of Giving Without Limits (Teaser)

    The continuation of the people pleaser; the lived out archetype. I speak about Sean “Diddy” Combs and how he is a living representation of dark manipulation against anyone in his career to get to the top, only for his own demise in the end. Full episode access link:...

  14. The People Pleaser: When Being Useful Turns Into Resentment- Part I

    In Part one of this episode series, I elaborate on the complicated details and hidden contracts of what playing the role of The People Pleaser entails.

  15. Focus on Listening Rather Than Interrupting BONUS

    Weekly focus on listening and giving the floor to the speaker without interjection or judgement. Recording also has meditative background music and spoken audio for a fresh new week.

  16. Discarding Old Beliefs for Personal Growth

    The narratives we hear on repeat for personal success in life will only get you so far. You need to take time to reflect on what your true interests are to start creating new beliefs to scrape away the rehearsed ones.

  17. The Importance of Keeping a Positive Attitude BONUS

    Weekly Focus talking about what kickstarts a positive attitude in the morning and why it is important for the entire day and the rest of the week.

  18. Be The Fool or Never Try: The Dichotomy of The Fool Learning Through Action

    In this episode, I explain why it can be beneficial to be foolish, even when the fool looks like the stupid one in the short term.

  19. Focus on Being More Assertive BONUS

    Personal focus for week 3.

  20. Hidden Fears That Shape Your Decisions (Snippet)

    I give analogies and explain why fear is a strong influence for things we do and worst of all, don’t do in our life. Full episode access link: https://joelsamplified.gumroad.com/l/pesdb?_gl=1*1tp6xj1*_ga*MTE4NTkzOTc3OS4xNzcxMTgxNzIw*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NzE4NzY3MTAkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzE4NzY3NDgkajIyJGwwJGgw

  21. Learning to Accept Criticism Without Losing Yourself

    I give examples of critiques and how they can have a solid impact when they give proper direction.

  22. Stay Receptive To Conversations BONUS

    Weekly bonus episodes unrelated to my main podcast episodes for positive focus.

  23. 4 Strategies to Stop Being a Pushover

    In this recording, I speak about a few simple methods you can apply in life when you have difficulty with countering being walked on constantly in your everyday life.

  24. The Damage Of Toxic Positivity

    I discuss the concept of Toxic Positivity along with other terms that help describe and support how it has a negative impact on our well being, ironically.

  25. 3 Self-Destructive Habits Disguised as Relatability (Snippet)

    I speak about 3 very common yet unfavorable conversational disadvantages many people, knowingly or unknowingly, speak into public ears. These negative habits really don’t belong outside your home and don’t help your confidence. Full Episode Access link:...

  26. Power Is Not What You Think (Snippet)

    I describe how real power can manifest in our everyday lives, no matter where you go. Power can be considered differently depending on the individual perspective but there are only a few specific ways that give you true advantages in power dynamics. Full episode access link:...

  27. Summer Sales: A Life-Altering Experience (Snippet)

    In this episode, I go into strong detail about my personal experience during a sales internship I participated in for 3 months. I also talk about some concepts and things I’ve learned about human nature in retrospect. Full episode access link:...

  28. The Power of Building Daily Momentum

    I go through the importance of building and maintaining momentum with habits we form by performing every day actions we stay committed to for the potential for peak end results in that particular niche.

  29. 15 Subtle Signs of Disrespect That Are Normalized

    In this episode, I highlight some disrespectful everyday occurrences that get brushed off as normal and acceptable behavior.

  30. Why Confidence Isn’t Competence (The Dunning-Kruger Effect)

    In this episode, I discuss examples of a brief overlook on the Dunning-Kruger Effect; where in this concept the stupid have the overconfidence to often believe they are smart and, conversely, the intelligent underestimate their knowledge and abilities to harshly assess their own intellect on a...

  31. Hookup Culture Is Overrated

    I discuss my opinions on the mainstream bandwagon of hookup culture and why I think it comes with more cons than pros.

  32. Respect Is Gained Through Competence, Not Kindness.

    I speak about creating opportunities by taking the correct long term action by proactively learning and studying your craft so consistently that you become irreplaceable and respected while funneling leftover energy into a side passion.

  33. How Understanding Yourself Can Change Your Life.

    In this intro to the AMPLIFIED podcast, I briefly describe some discussion topics and a taste of my true personality. I mention the importance of being authentic in every possible scenario even if it feels uncomfortable. My main topics of interest that I will focus in on are: Psychology, human...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Psychological shadow work strategies.

Discovering reality that also magnifies root issues and things we are not consciously aware of.

Who’s really in control?… You are either ready to seek understanding or you are not.

Locked Vault Strategies link: https://joelsamplified.gumroad.com/l/gzmer

HOSTED BY

Joel Lindsey

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How many episodes does First Principles Amplified have?

First Principles Amplified currently has 34 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is First Principles Amplified about?

Psychological shadow work strategies. Discovering reality that also magnifies root issues and things we are not consciously aware of. Who’s really in control?… You are either ready to seek understanding or you are not. Locked Vault Strategies link: https://joelsamplified.gumroad.com/l/gzmer

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First Principles Amplified is no longer actively publishing new episodes, but the existing catalog remains available.

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First Principles Amplified is created and hosted by Joel Lindsey.
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