The Life Unexamined Is Not Worth Living...

Episode 13: My Name Is On That!

J-Smoove welcomes his audience to a life where “word is bond” is of utmost importance. He explains the significance of understanding the power of attaching our names to something and how it can affect every facet of our lives. J-Smoove warns of the dangers of not keeping our word and the trail of destruction it can leave. Additionally, he explains that when we learn to apply values and principles to our word and surround ourselves with those who have compatible outlooks, we are entering a realm to a life that is worth living.   In this episode, you'll learn: - The importance of word is bond - The significance of our “name” and the values and principles associated with it - The ramifications of not keeping our word - The value of surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals that we can trust - How integrity and high character goes hand in hand with our word

Episode 12: Expectations

J-Smoove welcomes his audience to a life of expectations. All expectations are not created equally, though. He hammers home the significance of understanding what reasonable and unreasonable expectations are. He also explains how to apply appropriate expectations to those who are deserving. J-Smoove illustrates the importance of knowing who we are and who others are in our relationships. Additionally, he clarifies the dangers of creating illusions of what we want others to be and falling in love with the idea of an individual that isn’t based on reality. J-Smoove explains that when we learn to surround ourselves with those who have harmonious values and principles, we are embarking on a journey to a life that is worth living.   In this episode, you'll learn: - The importance of having standards and expectations - What reasonable and unreasonable expectations are - How to apply expectations to the most appropriate individuals - The significance of joining ourselves with those who have harmonious values and principles - The dangers of creating illusions of what we want others to be

Episode 11: Creating Opportunities

J-Smoove welcomes his audience to a world where opportunities are plentiful. There is a caveat, though. All of these opportunities are created and manifested by each and every one of our thoughts/attitudes. He explains how opportunities are not only just handed to us, but are brought about by our own courses of actions and behaviors. J-Smoove explains how certain principles of the law of attraction correlates to creating opportunities and the significance of surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals who are unselfish. He emphasizes the pitfalls of dwelling on what we don’t have and the importance of practicing gratitude. J-Smoove expresses that once we learn the true power of visualization and creating opportunities, not only for ourselves but for others, also, we are bringing about a favorable chance to have a life filled with abundance. In this episode, you'll learn: - What “creating opportunities” means - The power of visualization for achieving goals  - How stagnation leads to a lack of growth - The importance of surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals who create opportunities - How certain principles of the law of attraction correlates with creating opportunities - The benefits of practicing gratitude - The significance of breaking generational traumas/cycles

Episode 10: Accountability

J-Smoove welcomes his audience to a land of a lack of accountability. Every step we take, everywhere we look, we see it. We even play a part in it. Our inner circle, environment, social media, and television all share the same thing, a lack of accountability. But where does this stem from? J-Smoove has all of the answers. J-Smoove argues that the lack of accountability starts from childhood and continues into adulthood. Those who exhibit this behavior is what he calls children in adult bodies. He explains the reality that we are all products of our environment, but stresses the importance of us not making that the final product. He also addresses the significance of owning up to our actions in reference to relationships. J-Smoove provides solutions and teaches us how to start our own path towards a land of accountability. J-Smoove states that once we learn to take accountability, we can start to have control of our lives and manifest aspirations in ways that we didn’t think were possible.   In this episode, you'll learn: - What accountability means - How the lack of accountability affects many facets our lives - How to take accountability for our actions - The importance of surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals who not only hold themselves accountable, but hold us accountable, as well - How to overcome being merely products of environment - The benefits of having communication within our relationships not only when we are triggered but also when we are more subdued and clear minded - About the Hegelian Dialectic and how it coincides with accountability

Episode 9: Defeatist Mentality

J-Smoove welcomes his audience to a world where a defeatist mentality is prevalent and tries its very best to bring all of us down. This is a never ending battle, but with much examination and reflection, this draining mentality can be combated. He emphasizes that we aren't skipping steps and references back to episodes 1-4 about the importance of building a foundation, figuring out who we are, deciphering if we are conditional or unconditional, and determining what our core values are. Without this requisite work being done, battling a defeatist mentality becomes fruitless. In addition, J-Smoove presents some helpful tips that will be the driving force for positive change. J-Smoove also takes his audience on a figurative journey, where "Defeatist", who is a parasite, seeks to attach itself to vulnerable hosts and feed off of their negative energy. There is no "happy ending" to this story, but more of a realistic school of thought that leads to a life that is worth living. In this episode, you'll learn: - What a defeatist mentality means - The importance of understanding that all people, even the most confident, struggle with defeatism - How defeatism is like a parasite looking for its next host to feed on - How to combat a defeatist mentality - How to identify personal triggers - The benefits of positive affirmations and self talk - Why setting reasonable goals that fit our skill set and personality are of utmost significance - That success and failure are subjective and both are vital parts of our growth