• Death as a Motivator: Jodi Wellman on Making the Most of our 4,000 Mondays

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Death as a Motivator: Jodi Wellman on Making the Most of our 4,000 Mondays

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  • Jodi Wellman joins me today for a “dead conversation” where we explore the profound relationship between contemplating death and living a meaningful life. We discuss Jodi’s work of 4,000 Mondays as a way to motivate intentional living, emphasising the urgency of making the most of our limited time. Because the reality is… You Only Die Once. Our discussion also touches on the transformative moments in life that prompt self-reflection and change, known as the 'Roar of Awakening.' For example through a near death experience. Plus how other transitional moments such as losing someone we love, or turning another decade can inspire growth and meaning. Jodi is HILARIOUS and with lots of humour and candidness, we encourage you to confront your mortality and use it as a catalyst for personal growth and fulfilment. Exploring the themes of grief, mortality, legacy, and the importance of gratitude in enhancing wellbeing and living a fulfilling life. You’ll leave this episode knowing how you can reconnect with death as a part of life. How this will serve as a powerful trigger for you appreciating life and making meaningful choices. With practical steps to live like you’re mortal - more boldly, joyfully and in alignment to you. Takeaways 💡 Contemplating death can enhance our appreciation for life and motivate us to live intentionally.The concept of '4,000 Mondays' serves as a reminder of the finite time we have. Understanding life's urgency can lead to meaningful changes and decisions. Humour can help us engage with the uncomfortable topic of death.We often avoid confronting death, which increases our anxiety about it. Awareness of mortality can lead to a more vibrant and fulfilling life.We should not wait for a death or crisis to make changes in our lives. Little reminders of mortality can help us appreciate life and live more meaningfully.Reading obituaries, visiting graveyards and other death connection practices teach us about legacy and impermanence. Gratitude is enhanced by contemplating death. Identifying what brings joy is essential for living well.Shaking up routines can enhance our experience of life.Living boldly means embracing opportunities without fear. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support. Follow Death on the Daily: Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast. Plus I always love to hear from you, so please do drop a comment or message to me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily You can connect with Jodi Wellman here: Find out all about Four Thousand Mondays and read Jodi’s Monday blogs here: fourthousandmondays.com Grab your copy of Jodi’s book “You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets” here: 4000mondays.com/book/ Follow Jodi on Instagram: instagram.com/fourthousandmondays The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission. You can connect with Katie and her music and work here katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com Chapters 00:00: Embracing Mortality: A Life-Affirming Perspective 09:49: The Countdown of Mondays: Living with Intention 19:47: The Roar of Awakening: Transformative Life Moments 25:35: Navigating Grief and Reciprocity 26:32: Reconnecting with Death as a Life Trigger 27:57: Embracing Mortality in Daily Life 30:11: Lessons from Graveyards and Legacy 32:09: Finding Perspective in Impermanence 34:42: The Role of Gratitude in Living Well 39:01: Practicing Appreciation and Presence 41:44: Identifying Joy and Living Boldly
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Jodi Wellman joins me today for a “dead conversation” where we explore the profound relationship between contemplating death and living a meaningful life. We discuss Jodi’s work of 4,000 Mondays as a way to motivate intentional living, emphasising the urgency of making the most of our limited time. Because the reality is… You Only Die Once. Our discussion also touches on the transformative moments in life that prompt self-reflection and change, known as the 'Roar of Awakening.' For example through a near death experience. Plus how other transitional moments such as losing someone we love, or turning another decade can inspire growth and meaning. Jodi is HILARIOUS and with lots of humour and candidness, we encourage you to confront your mortality and use it as a catalyst for personal growth and fulfilment. Exploring the themes of grief, mortality, legacy, and the importance of gratitude in enhancing wellbeing and living a fulfilling life. You’ll leave this episode knowing how you can reconnect with death as a part of life. How this will serve as a powerful trigger for you appreciating life and making meaningful choices. With practical steps to live like you’re mortal - more boldly, joyfully and in alignment to you. Takeaways 💡 Contemplating death can enhance our appreciation for life and motivate us to live intentionally.The concept of '4,000 Mondays' serves as a reminder of the finite time we have. Understanding life's urgency can lead to meaningful changes and decisions. Humour can help us engage with the uncomfortable topic of death.We often avoid confronting death, which increases our anxiety about it. Awareness of mortality can lead to a more vibrant and fulfilling life.We should not wait for a death or crisis to make changes in our lives. Little reminders of mortality can help us appreciate life and live more meaningfully.Reading obituaries, visiting graveyards and other death connection practices teach us about legacy and impermanence. Gratitude is enhanced by contemplating death. Identifying what brings joy is essential for living well.Shaking up routines can enhance our experience of life.Living boldly means embracing opportunities without fear. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support. Follow Death on the Daily: Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast. Plus I always love to hear from you, so please do drop a comment or message to me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedaily YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily You can connect with Jodi Wellman here: Find out all about Four Thousand Mondays and read Jodi’s Monday blogs here: fourthousandmondays.com Grab your copy of Jodi’s book “You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets” here: 4000mondays.com/book/ Follow Jodi on Instagram: instagram.com/fourthousandmondays The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission. You can connect with Katie and her music and work here katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: davidstrutt2@gmail.com Chapters 00:00: Embracing Mortality: A Life-Affirming Perspective 09:49: The Countdown of Mondays: Living with Intention 19:47: The Roar of Awakening: Transformative Life Moments 25:35: Navigating Grief and Reciprocity 26:32: Reconnecting with Death as a Life Trigger 27:57: Embracing Mortality in Daily Life 30:11: Lessons from Graveyards and Legacy 32:09: Finding Perspective in Impermanence 34:42: The Role of Gratitude in Living Well 39:01: Practicing Appreciation and Presence 41:44: Identifying Joy and Living Boldly
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