charlie engle
how curiosity can reveal a powerful addict
how does curiosity lead to a quick pivot during a time of crisis? what are the ways that we can embrace the addict inside of us and use it in a powerful way? and how does our attachment to productivity lead to greater insecurity? this week we get curious with charlie engle.
charlie engle is an ultra marathoner, adventurer, author, and recovering addict. His book Running Man is a remarkably candid memoir chronicling his globe-spanning races, his record-breaking run across the sahara desert, and how running helped him overcome drug addiction and an unjust stint in federal prison. he is also a motivational speaker, often finding creative ways to reach his audience - like running on a treadmill while speaking.
in this episode, charlie engle walks us through his own experience with COVID and how he was able to pivot quickly when the impact of the pandemic hit his 2020 schedule. we also dive into how making peace with the addict inside of him provided the greatest access to his own power and purpose, and how attachment to productivity can become a barrier in this process.
OUR CURIOUS JOURNEY:
5:15 - how to focus on one day at a time.
9:00 - experience as the best teacher.
10:20 - how federal prison gave Charlie a fresh perspective.
11:43 - the importance of being in service to others and sharing your gift.
15:20 - the secret to recovery and staying sober.
26:03 - how the addict in all of us can serve us.
33:40 - how selfishness benefits us.
34:30 - what is attraction vs. promotion?
41:30 - sharing the story of struggle.
45:00 - letting go in order to bring in.
58:11 - human declaration quiz.
1:01:00 - closing curiosity.
To Find More:
www.charlieengle.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieengle/
