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Interconnected
by Benjamin Fritz
Interconnected uses the fundamental truth of Nature - the inherent Connectedness of all things - to explore how we can change the world by Connecting with ourSelves, others, and Nature.Interconnected is a community committed to co-creating a just, sustainable world via curiosity, compassion, joy, solidarity, and creativity.Interconnected is comprised of individuals who deeply desire to share their unique voice & gifts in order to make the world a better place for themselves, nature, and future generations. They refuse to settle for status quo - they demand better.Interconnected is a space for each of us to discover our place in the bigger picture and navigate this wild, messy, beautiful experience of being human. weareinterconnected.substack.com
Episodes
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Struggling to Create
I’m struggling with Creating. Clearly, as I haven’t posted anything other than a note in over a year. Some of that is logistical. I just had my second child 2 months ago (girl dad x2!), our family of three moved 6 months ago (for the second time in a year), and the past year of my day job has...
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Compassion as activism
In a world where injustice is becoming more and more clear, activism is on the rise. “Activism” simply means advocating for the change you want to see in the world. If Shame is part of our activism game we aren’t truly embodying the change we want to see in the world. The way we Show Up as an...
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Joy & Rest will change the world
As a chronic “I want to change the world”-er (technical term), I have expended vast amounts of my mental, emotional, and spiritual energy trying to figure out what I can Do to make a meaningful impact. What has become clear to me though is that we change the world through who we are Being. Don’t...
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Our existence is a miracle
Our existence is a miracle. The way our human body functions and keeps us alive. The fact that we keep real, live animals as pets. That all life births new life. Gravity keeps us connected to the ground (but doesn’t crush us.) Plants and trees help to (re)generate the air that we breathe.…
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What does our relationship with animals say about us?
“The shame I felt was because I was human.” I recently finished reading Jane Goodall’s book Reason for Hope: A Spiritual Journey. What a gift she is - a true Big Thinker & Deep Feeler. I’ll be doing a more holistic reflection on the book, but I wanted to set aside some space to specifically…
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Fuck billionaires
Billionaires are part of the problem. Moreover, a socioeconomic system that allows billionaires is the problem. I’m so sick of this capitalistic rhetoric that, “They worked for it, they deserve to enjoy the spoils!” Fuck. This. Shit. Do you have any fucking idea the disgusting excess of that kind...
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Evolving or devolving?
We’ve finally created legit generative AI. ChatGPT has taken the world by storm - and for good reason - it’s wild. (Give it a try if you haven’t, it’s fascinating. Or… don’t if this kind of stuff freaks you out, because it will do just that.) This is truly the beginning of a new frontier in our...
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It isn't weird to care
Sometimes I feel like a crazy person for giving a shit. About people… about the Earth… about everything really. I spend so much time and energy thinking and feeling. Recently, I’ve found myself wondering… What do normal people think about?? LOL. Oh the space I would have to fill in my mind and my...
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How to change the world... as a parent!
In this recording I share: * nut shell version of my journey of "finding myself / finding my purpose" (2:55) * a wild, emotional story about connecting with my unborn child (!?) (09:19) * realizing the unmatched powerful opportunity of being a parent (16:04) * the secret to being the best parent...
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What is Big Thinker Deep Feeler?
Big Thinker Deep Feeler explores how we can (Re)Connect with our True Nature to: * find ourSelves * accept, love, & collaborate with others * commune with & protect nature * and save the planet Big Thinker Deep Feeler is a community of purpose-driven individuals who give a shit. They deeply…
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How to achieve world peace
The solution, the medicine, the answer… is available - forever & always. This is my message of hope & optimism. We have what it takes to move toward a more just, equitable world. We just need to be intentional about it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...
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Ep. 77: Measure yourSelf by "who" not "what"
I almost made a mistake in celebrating an old client/friend recently. Upon sharing some really exciting personal news with me I almost responded, “Look at everything you’ve accomplished!” *cringe* I was that close to watering down a beautiful moment for her. Fortunately, I realized my...
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Ep. 76: How can we be less divided?
Hey there friend :) I felt a little nervous about sharing this, because the content is a bit more "intense." Politics. Abortion. Vaccines. All of these things are mentioned. (Is the click-bait working? :P ) But seriously, while it feels uncomfortable to be talking about this stuff openly...…
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Ep. 75: A Reason for Living
So many of us search for purpose. We go on a quest for meaning. We go inward on this search for the holy grail. What if we're looking in the wrong place? What if the answer was a bit counterintuitive... but also simpler? In this conversation, I explore why listening to scientists talk about their...
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Ep. 74: Everything worked out better than I hoped for
You know how sometimes in hindsight you can just sit back and say, "Everything worked out even better than I imagined it could..." That's the place I'm finding myself in. I kept leaning into trust when things were difficult or I had bad days. Despite what I was going through in the moment... I…
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Ep. 73: Want to create something to put out into the world? You'll appreciate this
I wanted to film this for myself... but it ended up having a TON of value for anyone who wants to create something or put things out in the world. I would love to hear what was the most resonant or valuable to you! I ended up talking about: - The importance of being proud of yourself &…
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Ep. 72: How I'm Shifting Out of Feeling Stuck, Frustrated, & Stressed
I loved today's recording. I touched on a handful of things that have been meaningful and impactful for me, including: obsessing over progress / achieving something getting stressed or anxious about something out of your control struggling to be present (and therefore unable to experience joy)...
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Ep. 71: My Year in Review {JOURNAL PROMPTS}
At the turn of the year, there is a lot of focus on looking ahead and planning. This is great! BUT… We would be remiss to not also take this opportunity to reflect on the events, experiences, and lessons of the past year. This review can greatly inform your future plans. Join me as I go through…
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Ep. 70: Soul Purpose vs. Intellectual Stimulation
Can you satisfy both? Is that what you should aim to do? It makes sense that big thinkers & deep feelers would need a bit of both. :) Seeing these two things as separate, distinct "buckets" (although there can & will definitely be overlap) has been incredibly helpful for me as I prepare for a...
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Ep. 69: Crickets, A Little Bummed, & Year End Thoughts
It's challenging to work towards something without seeing any immediate outcome. Job searching is often like that. Lots of effort and hope... Met with a whole lot of nothing. My initial excitement and optimism took a hit this week. I haven't been hearing back from anything that I've applied for.…
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Ep. 68: Did I Get the Job?? | Updates & Feelings
We all know what it feels like to not get that job/house/girl/guy that just felt SO RIGHT. We’ve likely all had that experience of not getting that thing… Being frustrated / upset / sad / demoralized… Only to have something even MORE beautiful come into our lives not-so-long after. I caught…
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Ep. 67: I Might Have a Job Already??
Things are moving quickly. Which is both exciting & scary! Takeaways: People see/feel/understand what I have to offer I like being an Achiever! I will be a great asset to the right company -- WATCH on YouTube FOLLOW me on IG: @benjamin.m.fritz This is a public episode. If you would like to…
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Ep. 66: How I'm Looking for Jobs After Being Self-Employed for 7+ Years
I'm feeling more optimistic about looking for full-time jobs than I was a couple of weeks ago. I actually feel marketable. I have great connections & referral sources. I'm excited to learn/do some new things. Listen for details on these & more! - WATCH on YouTube FOLLOW me on IG…
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Ep. 65: Why I'm Applying for Full-Time Jobs
I applied for 4 jobs this week - and I've been excited about it. Whaaatt?! Who am I and what have you done with Benjamin?? I'm feeling really good about my decision to look for a full-time job while taking a step back and running my business on the side. Listen for all my reasons why! - WATCH on...
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Ep. 64: There Isn't a Simple Solution | This is Why + Your Thoughts?
If you're working on building a business, it's incredibly difficult to know if or when you should get a job. Do I get a full time job? Do I cobble together multiple hustles? What if it drains me and I don't have energy to work on my biz? What kind of jobs do I even apply for? For me... there…
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Ep. 63: Self-Employed for 7+ Years... Might Get a Job (?!)
Well this was weird. Mostly because I thought I’d never be here saying this… but also because I’m at peace with it. 8.5 years ago… I quit a full time job in an industry that I didn’t feel connected to whatsoever. For that first year post-corporate, I worked at a gym as a personal trainer. I’ve…
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Ep. 62: Car Crashes, Fancy Houses, & Messages From the Universe
This is the type of story that normally I would only share with my wife and close friends. But part of my new direction is sharing with YOU as if you are my friend. Because really… you and I already are, or probably would be, friends. So here we are. :) This story will be particularly pertinent…
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Ep. 61: Updates, Shift, & a New Direction
The winds of change are here. I've felt them for the better part of this calendar year and now I'm in the midst of it. I've never had more clarity... while also being quite confused. :) In my 33 years, I've learned that times like these are often deeply meaningful. And I can feel it. I know that...
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Ep. 60: The Answers Are Within You with Teresa Brenneman
My takeaways from our conversation: Many of us coaches start in fitness; we know we want to help people so it’s a logical starting point. Us big-hearted givers have to be wary of our desire to help & fix. It often comes from a good place… but it is also often rooted in ego & shadow (and is...
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Ep. 59: Reclaiming Yourself with Danielle McGinnis
My takeaways: When you are a high-achiever, you’re prone to going down the rabbit hole of things that aren’t right for you/that you aren’t meant to do because you’ve found identity and worthiness in your ability to do things well. “Just because you’re good at something, doesn’t mean you should do...
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Ep. 58: You Matter with Cornelius Kirk
My takeaways: You only know what you know + your environment shapes your experience.. “Where I’m from, you got no girls if you weren’t fresh in shoes or clothes. ‘Successful’ people in my community were the ones selling drugs.” Your past is part of you, but it doesn’t decide who you are - you...
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Ep. 57: Week 10 | Living the Life You're Capable Of {Meant for More series}
Living the life you know you're capable of... Is the result of showing up for yourself in the way that you know you can. It's a commitment & a practice. It's simply showing up. Terribly... beautifully... messily... If you commit to yourself... the life you know is possible for you is inevitable.…
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Ep. 56: Week 9 | Advanced Energy Management {Meant for More series}
Familiar with the downward spiral that is overwhelm, overthinking, procrastination, and inaction on the things you want to do? Week 9 is all about how to stop that stuck-ness in it's tracks. The beauty of this is that it is SIMPLE. Simple doesn't mean easy... But there's a super simple systematic...
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Ep. 55: Week 8 | Living It {Meant for More series}
This week is all about living it. How do you become the person you want to be? You embody it. One day... One step... One moment... ...at a time. This is all about how to do so in a simple, straightforward way. -- Get on the Meant for More VIP list here! (Doing so gains you access to cool shizz…
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Ep. 54: Week 7 | Supporting YourSelf to Thrive {Meant for More series}
The unconscious Patterns that are keeping you from realizing your true potential... Are allowed to thrive until you change you inner environment. How you relate to yourSelf is everything. Week 7 of the Meant for More program, I teach you how to do so in a way that opens you up to creating…
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Ep. 53: Week 6 | The Pattern Disruption Method {Meant for More series}
Do you get frustrated that you repeat behaviors that keep you stuck & frustrated? Do you know deep down that you're Meant for More... ...but can't seem to get there no matter how "aware" and "conscious" you are? If so, Week 6 of the Meant for More program is for you. In it, I present The Pattern...
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Ep. 52: Week 5 | Getting Unstuck {Meant for More series}
Why are you stuck? Week 5 is all about getting into the nitty gritty of why you struggle to... Make confident decisions Take action on things that matter Show up in the way that you know you can I'll give you a hint - we're talking all things: People-pleasing, perfectionism, & procrastination --...
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Ep. 51: Week 4 | Energy Management {Meant for More series}
Effective time management is the key to doing all the things that you want to make, create, and bring into your life - right?? WRONG. It's all about energy management baby! In Week 4, join us for what energy management is, why it is superior to time management, and how to start incorporating it.…
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Ep. 50: Week 3 | Your True Nature is the Key {Meant for More series}
Week 3 is one of my favorites. It's all about what it takes to live the life that you know you are capable of. And the beauty of it is that you have everything you need to do so. It's all about identifying, acknowledging, and acting on everything that makes you - you. Your unique gifts…
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Ep. 49: Week 2 | The Journey From Head to Heart {Meant for More series}
In Week 1, you learned that you've been successful... but in the wrong paradigm for you. This week, we explore the critical component in making the shift and being able to operate in the proper paradigm for you. The way that you currently make decisions is misguided. This is what you need to do...
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Ep. 48: Week 1 | Blueprint vs. Adventure {Meant for More series}
Why do you feel stuck, frustrated, overwhelmed, and/or directionless? (Identifying this accurately is important!) What do you need to in order to change that? Your personal paradigm for success is not compatible with the one that you've figured out how to be successful in. This is the paradigm...
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Ep. 47: Special Series Announcement
I had the fun idea that I would run a podcast series along with the Meant for More group coaching program that I started this week. This series will give you a window into the program's curriculum and (by following directions in the pod episode) even give you access to communication with me.…
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Ep. 46: {Guided Meditation} Releasing Overwhelm
Overwhelm is INTENSE. It isn't just a feeling in our situation... It is a feeling that dictates our situation, and therefore... Creates our experience. Use this meditation at the end of the day to shift out of overwhelm and into calm, grounded presence. -- Journal Prompts Releasing the energy of...
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Ep. 45: Stepping Into "Being Meant for More" with Brave New Matt
We talk about: Creating success in life and checking off the major boxes… but not being happy or fulfilled. “I began to ask myself, ‘Is this it?’” The impact of being alone in the hospital - with no one, nothing, and only the blue garment. Having a gut feeling that, “I was meant for more.” but…
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Ep. 44: No Job & No Plan... to Business Owner Traveling Full-Time
We talk about: Losing so much - Dad, a serious boyfriend, friends, and a job… ...only to find & create the life of her dreams. Working a job that you hate and that you know isn't it for you. “This definitely isn’t the answer, so let me go try something else.” “If you want something bad enough…
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Ep. 43: My Wife & Our Life: Getting to Know Jessie and Our Relationship
We talk about: Who Jessie is. (Harry Potter and dogs just about sum her up! lol kidding) Meeting on Instagram. Our lives being completely different than when we met four and a half years ago - both in exciting and challenging ways. Moving relatively quickly in all facets of our relationship and…
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Ep. 42: The Power of One to Create Meaningful Change with Cindy Rodriguez
Cindy is the Founder of Elimu Girls, a 501C3 that assists rural teens with a sewing vocation to ensure they have a voice, choice, and a bank account. We are a grassroots organization that disrupts child bride and female genital mutilation rituals. We talk about: Her father experiencing deep shame...
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Ep. 41: Giving Yourself Permission To Be You With Human Design with Graciela Rasor
We talk about: Bringing the humanity back to the corporate workplace. (When was the last time you took a mental health day… and felt okay about it?) Corporate often does not allow the space for you to show up as who you are, or even how you are in that moment. Becoming interested in Human Design…
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Ep. 40: Election Anxiety: How to Cope
It's a real thing. Many of us are feeling it. Here I talk about why this is normal... ...and then what you can do to work with it. -- Journal prompts: How do you want to respond to the outcome of the election? (This prompt is not an invitation to vent. Venting isn’t bad - this just isn’t the...
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Ep. 39: Reversing Burnout & Taking Your Life Back with Emily Ballesteros
We talk about: “Burnout is a silent killer and it’s death by a thousand paper cuts.” Stop “shoulding” yourself! How to discern when we “should” or “should not.” The different types of burnout (**this was super interesting to me!**) Identifying as an Achiever and how this predisposes you to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Interconnected uses the fundamental truth of Nature - the inherent Connectedness of all things - to explore how we can change the world by Connecting with ourSelves, others, and Nature.Interconnected is a community committed to co-creating a just, sustainable world via curiosity, compassion, joy, solidarity, and creativity.Interconnected is comprised of individuals who deeply desire to share their unique voice & gifts in order to make the world a better place for themselves, nature, and future generations. They refuse to settle for status quo - they demand better.Interconnected is a space for each of us to discover our place in the bigger picture and navigate this wild, messy, beautiful experience of being human.
weareinterconnected.substack.com
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Benjamin Fritz
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