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Mind Fuel

by Kudzai Newton Chikwanha & Chet Patel

In our generation it’s so easy to get distracted by what other people are seemingly doing but not realising that behind all the success it’s been a journey of growth and self discovery. Your mindset in life will determine the level of success you will achieve. Join in and listen in the conversation packed with golden nuggets of knowledge, with progressive great minds and learn from others.

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Episodes

  1. You’ve Arrived to your Destination. The Path to true sustainable Change in your Life.

    The reality and sense of ease we feel when we’ve packed our luggage, booked our flight and the only thing left is to arrive at our destination is euphoric as a huge release of dopamines flows into our blood stream. With this simple allegory in which everyone can relate we can draw out a critical...

  2. Purpose Driven Life. Part 3 Navigating the Interior Journey To Happiness and Fulfilment .

    The interior journey is taken by those who dare to face up with reality of taking ownership over what happens in life the good, bad and the ugly. This is a journey of honest introspection into one’s relationships, decisions and actions, in which true growth is found and clarity. With the year…

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  3. Purpose Driven Life. Part 2 Navigating the Interior Journey To Happiness and Fulfilment.

    With the year we’ve all had dealing with a major pandemic, its has resulted in forced change, deconstruction of ingrained belief systems and ignited the quest for a purpose driven Life. True purpose is not achieved by a formulaic approach were one mould fits all. Its unique and tailored towards…

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  4. Purpose Driven Life. Part 1. Navigating the Interior Journey To Happiness and Fulfilment.

    The interior journey is taken by those who dare to face up with reality of taking ownership over what happens in life the good, bad and the ugly. This is a journey of honest introspection into one’s relationships, decisions and actions, in which true growth is found and clarity. With the year…

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  5. Harnessing the Power of Community. Building relationship that transcend social and economic barriers

    We have heard the quote “it takes a village to raise a child” but we have surely realised the importance of community and supportive network of family and friends. the fundamental need for Community is the backbone that holds our Species survival and success throughout millenniums , which has…

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  6. The Mirage of Perfection. How to Stop Chasing.

    Perfection [ per-fek-shuhn ] the state of being complete and correct in every way As the Festive season is already upon us we are faced with immense pressure to impress our family, friends, work colleagues and people we want to approval from. We become chasers and seekers building unrealistic...

  7. Booster. Survive or Thrive

    booster | 'bu:sta) noun - Medicine a dose of a vaccine that increases or renews the effect of an earlier one: Or - [in combination] a source of help or encouragement: job fairs are a great morale booster. In light of all these definitions of what a booster is, it all comes down to our perspective...

  8. Confronting the fundamental need to please people.

    With festive seasons upon us, its easy to assume that this is the happiest time of the year. From an aerial veiw people are running around insuring that they have best Christmas but upon further inspection you realise people are under so much pressure and self inflicted anxiety that has been...

  9. Blip Test No Filter

    If you’ve done any form of physical education in school the blip test would have been something that haunts you till the day. It is designed as a multi-stage fitness tracker to help measure a person’s aerobic capacity. With that in mind we’re going to be firing quick questions and quick answers...

  10. The Spark. Progressive Journey of Turning a flicker into a flame.

    Before every explosive chemical reaction begins,car ignition starting and the very beginning of the our universe as we know it. All had an initial Spark that then triggered a chain reaction of multiple events. We all have an initial Spark before we create something different be it creative or be...

  11. Back to Basics. Learning to Draw from the Past while thriving in the Now.

    The endless battle of being able to adapt and move on has been magnified with the Pandemic. To simply put it we all have gone through a forced change in our perspectives and life that has resulted in going Back to Basics. To filter out what really matters to us in our lives, to be mindful enough…

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  12. CAMP FIRE ROAST. 10 Problems 10 Solutions. No Filter Part 2

    Very quick and direct impromptu style episode that will focus on problems and solutions. Fun and direct conversations that allows free thoughts without any framework or structure. Rules are simple: - For every problem or question raised they would be a solution. - There’s no right or wrong answer…

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  13. Recognising Narcissistic Behaviour and How to Change trajectory. Part 2

    We all have rubbed shoulders or have encountered someone who demands to be the centre of attention in the room regardless of how everyone is feeling. That person who’s willing to make other people feel small and insignificant so that they remain the dominant force of control. This behaviour we…

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  14. CAMP FIRE ROAST. 10 Problems 10 Solutions. No Filter

    Very quick and direct impromptu style episode that will focus on problems and solutions. Fun and direct conversations that allows free thoughts without any framework or structure. Rules are simple: - For every problem or question raised they would be a solution. - There’s no right or wrong answer…

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  15. Answering Anxiety. How to Unchain your Mind from Fear and Worry.

    Mental Health is a topic everyone has had to confront and address as the pandemic has accelerated its pain point. People have had to come to grips with the fact they need to have that conversation. Anxiety has increased now more than ever as people are becoming more sceptical and always thinking...

  16. Recognising Narcissistic Behaviour and How to Change trajectory.

    We all have rubbed shoulders or have encountered someone who demands to be the centre of attention in the room regardless of how everyone is feeling. That person who’s willing to make other people feel small and insignificant so that they remain the dominant force of control. This behaviour we…

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  17. Overcoming Fear. Breaking chains of limiting beliefs and mindsets.

    The Human experience is composed of obstacles, victories, pain and love. We all go through these moments and how we manage these experiences is our responsibility. When breaking down the walls in our minds about self limiting negative beliefs we are confronted by a taunting enemy of progress. The...

  18. Being your Authentic Self. The journey inwards.

    In a society were conformity is embraced far more than being unique. We find ourselves not being able to have the courage and support systems in place that help facilitate our individual journey of self discovery and being authentic. The choices we make determine the reality we already believe in...

  19. Heart to Heart. Mind to Mind. Free flowing thoughts provoking change.

    The best conversations are normally the unscripted ones, which allow the free flow of thoughts and heart connection to merge and create a powerful exchange of ideas and mindsets. The more you allow yourself to converse with people even in the most uncomfortable situations, it gives you a chance…

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  20. Finding your Identity. How to be the authentic real you.

    Lack of identity compounded with no purpose has left people feeling inadequate and ill-prepared to the pressures of modern life. The number of mental health related issues have continued to soar now more than ever as the pandemic has put pressure on a wound that hasn’t been attended to. This has...

  21. Unfiltered, unhinged and undaunted. How to navigate the your reality.

    An unfiltered candid conversation about continuously thriving in the midst of uncertain times. Globally we have all gone through the same experience but the outcome of how we bounce back. from this and the lessons learnt will be relative. The mindset we need to have moving forward requires…

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  22. Triple C’s. The Process of self actualisation and mindful living.

    Understanding and knowing yourself is part is of the human experience. It’s a process that requires Pattience, daily practice and a reflective attitude. In the midst of uncertain times we’re all confronted with the reality that we have to change our behaviour and value systems we had in place in...

  23. Overcoming Cognitive Dissonance. Moving from Negative to Progressive Positive thought patterns.

    As we we continue to journey our human experience we are all faced with moments of conflicting choice and bias. The state of being able to make a decisions in the moment under pressure, probability of making the right decisions when it matters the most. The battle of the mind in making Choices is...

  24. Don’t Doubt Reality. The journey of self discovery and growth consciousness.

    In these uncertain times we live in its easy to try to have an escapist mindset of wanting run away from facing the growing challenges and obstacles. The reality of being able to rise above the circumstances that seem impossible Is found by our ability to be Courageous and Moving forward creating…

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  25. 2020 Time Capsule. The Sum Total of this year and vision casting for future generations. Part 2.

    2020 has been an unprecedented year which has pushed the boundaries of the norm. Forcing Humanity to band together against a common enemy, which has brought many highs and lows. Things we had taken for granted like relationships and community are under siege. Join in the conversation as we round…

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  26. 2020 Time Capsule. The Sum Total of this year and vision casting for future generations.

    2020 has been an unprecedented year which has pushed the boundaries of the norm. Forcing Humanity to band together against a common enemy, which has brought many highs and lows. Things we had taken for granted like relationships and community are under siege. Join in the conversation as we round…

    more
  27. The Process. Pervading journey and experience that shapes your purpose.

    We are all in transition growing from one mindset to another. In that Process of changing your perspective and life trajectory we undergo moving from a place of comfort to a place of uncertainty and frustration. So join in the conversation as we deconstruct and distill the essence behind finding...

  28. The 3 C’s. Trading Values Systems

    In the midst of uncertain times we’re all confronted with the reality that we have to change our behaviour and value systems we had in place in order to set a new foundation which can further human development and ingenuity. Having realised we have fallen captive to the tools and machine we have...

  29. Post COVID Mindsets. Learning to thrive and grow in the midst of uncertainty.

    We all have thought and wondered how things will progress when this pandemic has passed. Will it be business as usual a or things would have evolved with changes of mindsets during the quarantine? The thought and questions we ask ourselves have been universal and rightly so. Through our time of...

  30. Mid- COVID Mindsets. Locked down but not Broken down. Rising above the norm.

    During this lockdown we have the indispensable gift of time and reflection on our side. Which is a common denominator and equaliser for everyone to be able to do something different. This can be from pursuing dreams that have long stayed buried at the back garden of our busy life. To change...

  31. Pre COVID Mindset. Revisiting the old perspective and paradigms which haves a generation.

    Before lockdown and the current epidemic people were running and perusing everything they needed from successful ventures and travelling on holidays. No ever thought we would hit pause a button to our ever increasing busy age of information overload and desperate need to find fulfilment in what…

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  32. Choices, Trials and Outcomes Part 2. The ongoing process which shapes and moulds our purpose.

    Everyone’s life is like an unfolding book with chapter breaks which highlight how our choices regardless of environment always affect the outcome and the trails we face are a measuring stick to determine whether we will stick through with the choices we make. The trails be it lack of confidence,...

  33. Choices, Trials and Outcomes Part1. The ongoing process which shapes and moulds our purpose.

    Everyone’s life is like an unfolding book with chapter breaks which highlight how our choices regardless of environment always affect the outcome and the trails we face are a measuring stick to determine whether we will stick through with the choices we make. The trails be it lack of confidence,...

  34. Pyramid of intelligence. The art of mastering anything you put your mind to.

    Structure, order and rule has been part of our human society and fabric for the past 2000 years of civilisation. Intelligence has never more sort after now more than ever because it is the extra bit of edge that gives an advantage when faced with failure or success. It is the only thing that can...

  35. Fast Growth. Creating the best conditions for success.

    We live an age were people want fast success, quick wealth and fame at the expense of not working hard. The mentality and way of thinking has created people who are highly entitled and instead of fostering diligence, hard work and entrepreneurial spirit. Listen in the conversation as we discuss…

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  36. Choosing The Alternative Path. Learning to go against the grain

    In the fast paced 21st century we get instant self gratification, quick money, fast fashion and fast cars. How do you know you’re going the right direction? Does following the masses necessarily result in true happiness and satisfaction in your life? If you’re already asking yourself those sort…

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  37. How to ignite the passion to continually learn and grow in all areas.

    Education plays a major role in forming our worldview and ideology on life. We are educated to become something which when we’re young we never really think of the mindset needed to able to complete the role. We want to be a doctor because we want to save lives not because it’s going to make our...

  38. Finding Self. The journey to find meaning and purpose.

    How do we learn to love ourselves and those around us? We experience pressures from society through news and social media about the need to always be looking inwards and to be protecting ourself interest above others. In a generation that has seen an increasing number of people with depression…

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  39. Over Consuming. Leaning to focus on the bigger picture.

    In a fast moving culture which is always changing and redefining the meaning of true happiness and purpose. We realise that there’s a push in our society were people are valued by what they own in assets but nothing to do with good character, loyalty and kindness. We have elevated materialism to...

  40. Power of Connection. Living a life fully engaged and thriving.

    As People we are social beings made for social interactions which actual help shape our character and perspective. In a world that is seemingly boosting about being more connected more than ever the statistics however show that now more than ever people feel more alone and depressed than previous...

  41. True Freedom. The expression of Humanity.

    We live in a time like never before where freedom and human rights are at the forefront of every decision that seems to be done from a social and political level. Freedom is the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants. The question up for debate is are we truly free to make our own...

  42. Breaking Stereotypes. How to remain authentic and true to yourself.

    We are often trapped by people’s opinions and expectations. This can be the way we speak, act and behaviour. In this discussion we will address stereotypes from different perspectives and life journeys. We going to talk about race, community and culture on how they play a role. We have a Special...

  43. No Filters. Living a life being fully connected to those around you.

    In our Modern hyper Information overlord generation, its easy to live a life on a surface level by putting on Filters. These are can be from social media posts that have overly exaggerated features that give a false representation of who someone is and what sort of lifestyle they are living.…

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  44. Community

    Is there importance to community? Join in and listen and be part of the of the conversation as we discuss the power of belonging to a community of like minded people. How to create a supportive environment that helps facilitate true growth and consistency. Most people want to change careers, be...

  45. Discussion on Growth. What does growth look like? How to measure it and what steps to take daily

    In our generation it’s so easy to get distracted by what other people are seemingly doing but not realising that behind all the success it’s been a journey of growth and self discovery. Your mindset in life will determine the level of success you will achieve.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In our generation it’s so easy to get distracted by what other people are seemingly doing but not realising that behind all the success it’s been a journey of growth and self discovery. Your mindset in life will determine the level of success you will achieve. Join in and listen in the conversation packed with golden nuggets of knowledge, with progressive great minds and learn from others.

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Kudzai Newton Chikwanha & Chet Patel

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