In this final episode of our 21-part Still Life Podcast series, Henry Mitchell and Jim George explore the most misunderstood word in the human language: Love.Is it a feeling? A need? A hormonal drive? Or something much deeper?We dismantle popular myths around romantic obsession, emotional dependence, and the ego’s distortions of connection—and point to the foundational force underneath it all: Capital L Love.Through Stillness, this field becomes visible—not through thought, but direct experience.Tune in to learn: • How to tell the difference between love and attachment • Why romantic love often leads to suffering • What makes Capital L Love liberating • Why the ego can’t access real love • How Stillness helps us return to our true natureIf you’ve ever asked, “What is love, really?” — this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for.👇 Timestamps02:06 – What is Love, Really?12:48 – Falling short of real love36:36 – Love isn’t romance or infatuation41:19 – How to tell attachment from love45:00 – Jim’s love story with Peggy56:12 – Passion, purpose, and doing it for love1:04:15 – Why the heart is the seat of Love1:20:03 – The wholeness behind unconditional love
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20. Failure | Why It’s Not the End | Still Life Podcast
In Episode 20/21, we challenge one of the most persistent misconceptions in personal growth: the belief that failure is something to fear or avoid.Jim George and Henry Mitchell dive deep into the emotional weight we attach to mistakes, expectations, and identity. What if failure isn’t a verdict—but a mirror? What if your worst moment holds the blueprint for your next transformation?Through the lens of Stillness, we unpack the psychology of setbacks, the importance of letting go of fixed goals, and the hidden wisdom within your missteps. Whether you’re facing career uncertainty, emotional burnout, or inner doubt—this conversation will help you see failure not as an end, but a recalibration.⸻⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – Why we’re doing this episode12:48 – Falling short & redefining success18:38 – What is a mistake, really?24:29 – The value hidden in historical failure44:12 – Tribal labels: success vs failure50:55 – Beatles vs One-Hit Wonders: effort vs outcome57:36 – How we pivoted Still Life after setbacks1:02:48 – Learning from feedback without judgment⸻Tune in every other week for thought-provoking conversations blending inner stillness, science, and self-awareness.
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Ep. 19 Energy | Stillness, Science & the Power Within
In Episode 19 of Tough Conversations, Henry Mitchell and Jim George unravel the mystery of energy — from Einstein’s mind-bending insights to the stillness within our own bodies.🔋 What is energy, really?🌌 Is it the force behind everything — matter, thought, emotion, even identity?💭 How has our understanding of energy evolved — spiritually, scientifically, personally?This episode bridges physics and inner work, matter and mindfulness. We explore how stillness is not just a state of mind, but a gateway to perceiving energy more directly. Whether you’re into science, spirituality, or self-development — this conversation will change how you feel energy in your life.Timestamps:00:03:02 – Understanding the term energy00:39:16 – What is the essence of energy?00:47:27 – Bringing energy into daily life00:47:59 – How to engage with it practically00:57:30 – How our understanding of energy has evolved01:29:13 – Jim’s personal experience working with energy and clients🎧 Subscribe for more grounded conversations about the big questions.New episodes drop every other week.
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18. Ego | The Fiction of ‘You’ — How Your Mind Constructs Identity
Your ego shapes your thoughts, emotions, and identity—but what happens when you start to see through it?In this episode of the *Still Life Podcast*, Henry Mitchell and Jim George explore the nature of the ego, how it forms, why we cling to it, and how letting go of it can bring true freedom. From spiritual misconceptions to personal struggles, they dive deep into what it really means to observe, understand, and transcend the ego.Key Topics Covered:🔹 What is Ego? – Understanding how the mind creates a sense of self.🔹 How Ego Identifies – Why we cling to labels, beliefs, and personal stories.🔹 Ego in Spirituality – The misunderstood role of ego in personal growth.🔹 Why Let Go of Ego? – How attachment to identity fuels suffering.🔹 Triggered Ego – Why we react defensively when the ego is challenged.🔹 Observing the Ego – The power of Stillness to break free from egoic control.🔹 Ego Death & Spiritual Experience – What happens when the sense of self dissolves?🔹 Jim’s Relationship with Ego – Real-world insights into working with and integrating the ego.This episode will challenge the way you see yourself—and show you a new way to experience life.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 - 02:52 - Intro03:07 - 14:09 - How Ego Identifies14:09 - 23:20 - Expanded Ego23:20 - 32:02 - Ego Misconceived in Spirituality32:02 - 39:57 - Why Get Rid of Ego?39:57 - 45:02 - Triggered Ego45:02 - 53:57 - Henry’s Story / Ego53:57 - 1:03:43 - Observing Ego1:03:43 - 1:15:25 - Jim & Egoic Activity1:15:25 - 1:18:27 - E.g. Working with Ego1:18:27 - 1:23:07 - Ego & Spiritual Experience1:23:07 - 1:34:10 - Death, Stillness & Ego1:34:10 - 1:40:36 - Ego Death & Relief from Ego1:40:36 - 1:54:51 - Jim’s Relationship w/ Ego
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17. Fear | How It Drives Trauma, Phobia & Ego
Fear shapes your decisions, your habits, and even your sense of self—often without you realizing it. But what if fear isn’t what you think it is?In this episode of the Still Life Podcast, Henry Mitchell and Jim George explore the true nature of fear—how it operates beneath the surface, disguises itself as other emotions, and ultimately controls our lives. More importantly, they break down how to work with fear instead of being controlled by it.Key Topics Covered:🔹 What is Fear? – Understanding fear as a survival mechanism.🔹 Fear as the Root of Negative Emotions – How fear disguises itself as anger, frustration, and anxiety.🔹 Trauma & Fear – Why past experiences keep triggering fear responses.🔹 The Science of Phobias – Why some fears stick and others fade.🔹 Fear of Conflict – Why avoiding confrontation creates deeper problems.🔹 Overcoming Fear – Jim’s personal insights on breaking free from fear-based reactions.🔹 Is Society Becoming More Afraid? – How modern life amplifies fear responses.🔹 Fear & Ego – Why fear is directly tied to identity and self-preservation.This episode dives deep into fear’s hidden mechanics and offers tools to navigate it with awareness.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 - 03:26 - Intro03:26 - 20:28 - The Essence of Fear20:28 - 27:58 - Fear as Primary Negative Emotion27:58 - 32:49 - Fear Masking Emotion32:49 - 39:46 - Fear & Trauma39:46 - 57:55 - Fear & Phobia57:55 - 1:05:04 - Fear in Disguise1:05:04 - 1:35:14 - Overcoming Fear (Jim Goes Off)1:35:14 - 1:46:53 - Fear of Conflict1:46:53 - 1:55:38 - Is Society Getting More Afraid?1:55:38 - 2:15:37 - Fear & Ego2:15:37 - 2:26:41 - Jim & Fear
This series of 21 topics explores the edge of consciousness, spirituality, and personal transformation. From integrating Meaning to unraveling Identity, navigating Control, and unlocking the power of Belief in our modern lives.Led by seasoned guides Jim George and Henry Mitchell, we blend meditation, evolutionary psychology, and spiritual truths into tangible practices for self-development.
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