FOUR FOR FRIDAY 20: SELF
“The Four Agreements:
Be impeccable with your word.
Don't take anything personally.
Don't make assumptions.
Always do your best.”
-Don Miguel Ruiz
1. Workout of the week
Here’s a workout of the week for you to try out. I’m currently in a max strength phase of lifting, and here’s our upper body lift from Monday:
Upper Body:
Dumbbell Chest Flat Press: 3 sets + 1 warm-up (10 reps each). Go for as many reps as you can if you fail before 10 reps.
Standing Shoulder Press: 3 sets (10 reps) superset with dips until failure.
Auxiliary:
BOSU Push-Ups: 3 sets, as many as possible for 30 seconds, superset with a 40-second high plank on the BOSU.
Shoulder Raises → Tricep Kickbacks: 3 sets, 10 reps each.
Core Circuit: 20 seconds sit-ups, 20 seconds crunches, 20 seconds V-up crunches, 2 sets.
Start this workout from the bottom up, that being core complex first then shoulder raises with kickbacks, pushups and so on.
2. Podcast of the week: Theo Von w/ Tim Fletcher
This weekend I got the opportunity to listen to a podcast featuring Tim Fletcher and Theo Von. Theo Von is one of my favorite comedians who hosts his own podcast called “This Past Weekend.”
Tim Fletcher is the founder and president of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). He is a counselor, researcher, and former pastor who has dedicated his career to helping individuals recover from complex trauma and addictions.
Theo Von is an American stand-up comedian, podcaster, actor, and former reality television personality. He is best known for his podcast "This Past Weekend," where he engages in candid conversations with various guests
In their podcast episode together, Tim Fletcher and Theo Von discussed the intricacies of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD). They explored the differences between trauma and complex trauma, the impact of early childhood experiences on self-identity and relationships, and the importance of self-awareness in the healing process. They also delved into coping mechanisms and the role of distress tolerance in recovery. You can find this video here as well as on any podcast streaming service.
3. Quote I am Pondering
“Boundaries are the extent to which I can love you fully, while also loving myself.”
4. Book I’m Currently Reading: On Becoming A Person by Carl Rogers
On Becoming a Person by Carl Rogers is a seminal work in the field of humanistic psychology. Published in 1961, the book presents Rogers’ theory of personality and his client-centered approach to psychotherapy. Rogers emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship, advocating for empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence (authenticity) from the therapist. He argues that these conditions create a safe environment for personal growth and self-actualization.
The book explores the process of “becoming” a fully functioning person, characterized by openness to experience, living in the present moment, and trusting one’s own feelings and instincts. Rogers also discusses the concept of the “real self” versus the “ideal self” and how psychological distress often stems from the gap between these two selves.
Someone might want to read this book to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and others, learn about the principles of effective therapy, and explore ways to foster personal growth and self-acceptance. I believe this book can be beneficial for everyone. Not only therapist and counselors, but those interested in self growth and self discovery.
