John Muir (1838–1914) was a Scottish‑American naturalist, writer, and pioneering environmentalist, best known for his passionate advocacy for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. This quote is commonly attributed to him, but there’s no evidence he ever wrote or said it. Either way it’s a cracker…
“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”
It can sound a bit counterintuitive initially. But it makes sense, in that we have to lose
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I have to be honest Personal Development Plans (PDPs) do tend to make me cringe at times. I remember collating them once in a retail organisation, and one manager had simply written in every column for each of his team members: ‘get on a course!’ They can of course be a lot more resonant and meaningful than that.
One of the best places to start is by considering your own unique situation and expertise. Are you newer to your
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Tim Leary (1920–1996) was a U.S. psychologist and writer. He was one of the most influential (and controversial) figures of the 1960s counterculture, best known for promoting the use of psychedelic drugs such as psilocybin and LSD.
I’ll leave you to reflect on the following quote which reflects themes of individualism, authenticity, counterculture thinking, seeking deep connection and rejecting conformity…
“Admit it. You aren’t like them. You’re not even close. You may occasionally dress yourself up as one of
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