Ethics, Capitalism, and Community with Joshua Laycock

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05/21/24 • 49 min

In this episode, we're joined by Joshua Laycock, a Coach and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) focusing on men and men’s issues. He has been working in the realm of men’s work for close to a decade, leading and consulting with various men’s groups, as well as providing one-on-one coaching to men looking to improve in a variety of aspects of their lives, most notably in their relationships, careers, parenting, and in learning to live more in alignment with their purpose and priorities. He recently launched an online coaching program called the Lifestyle Evolution Project.

Joshua and Dylan Bain explore various themes related to work, fulfillment, and personal growth, including the concept of working hard for the benefit of others, the disillusionment that can come from sacrificing personal well-being for corporate success, and the importance of aligning expectations with reality.

Joshua shares personal anecdotes from his own career experiences and emphasizes the need for individuals to question societal norms around work and success, and to challenge the idea that suffering is a necessary component of achievement.

Tune in today for a thought-provoking exploration of work, purpose, and community!

Show Highlights

[00:29] Introduction to guest
[01:44] Joshua Laycock’s backstory
[09:14] The concept of wearing masks, and learning to take them off
[19:42] Integrating the word “and” more into our lives
[21:56] The bus analogy and how to tackle resistance
[28:11] Busy vs having a full schedule
[35:18] Discussion on capitalism and its ethical implications
[41:20] Reflections on morality, individualism, and community

Links and Resources

🟢 Lifestyle Evolution Project → https://lifestyle-evolution-project.mn.co/share/kJssd7ZX-1I12aKJ?utm_source=manual

🟢 Joshua’s Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/7LOyp25iqgN0h4whtxMIrT?si=71c8402279b24721

🟢 Joshua’s Instagram → Instagram.com/Joshua.Laycock

🟢 Intuitive Finance with Dylan Bain → DylanBain.com

🟢 Intuitive Finance Toolkit → DylanBain.com/Toolkit

🟢 Instagram → Instagram.com/TheDylanBain

🟢 Threads → Threads.net/@TheDylanBain

🟢 Facebook → Facebook.com/FiscallySavage

🟢 Twitter → Twitter.com/TheDylanBain

Tune in today for a thought-provoking exploration of work, purpose, and community!

Show Highlights

[00:29] Introduction to guest
[01:44] Joshua Laycock’s backstory
[09:14] The concept of wearing masks, and learning to take them off
[19:42] Integrating the word “and” more into our lives
[21:56] The bus analogy and how to tackle resistance
[28:11] Busy vs having a full schedule
[35:18] Discussion on capitalism and its ethical implications
[41:20] Reflections on morality, individualism, and community

Links and Resources

🟢 Lifestyle Evolution Project → https://lifestyle-evolution-project.mn.co/share/kJssd7ZX-1I12aKJ?utm_source=manual

🟢 Joshua’s Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/7LOyp25iqgN0h4whtxMIrT?si=71c8402279b24721

🟢 Joshua’s Instagram → Instagram.com/Joshua.Laycock

🟢 Intuitive Finance with Dylan Bain → DylanBain.com

🟢 Intuitive Finance Toolkit → DylanBain.com/Toolkit

🟢 Instagram → Instagram.com/TheDylanBain

🟢 Threads → Threads.net/@TheDylanBain

🟢 Facebook → Facebook.com/FiscallySavage

🟢 Twitter → Twitter.com/TheDylanBain

Previous Episode

From House to Home: Financial Choices Beyond the Numbers

In this episode, host Dylan Bain takes us on a personal journey that began in March 2020. Dylan and his wife were searching for a home, a significant milestone after ten years of marriage. Amidst his analytical approach—considering taxes, school districts, and crime rates—Dylan’s wife offered a poignant reminder: they weren't buying a house; they were buying a home. This insight set the stage for a deeper exploration into the essence of human experience versus societal expectations, and how we can re-evaluate personal finances and lifestyle choices to align more closely with human needs rather than societal expectations.

Tune in now to learn more!

Show Highlights

[00:27] Anecdote from Dylan about house hunting
[01:45] How society incentivizes logical over emotional decisions
[03:24] Capitalism, and how modern life commodifies human aspects
[12:18] The costs and processes of living authentically

Links and Resources

🟢 Anya Shakh's episode → https://traffic.libsyn.com/fiscallysavage/EP123.mp3

🟢 The Human Revolution with Dylan Bain → DylanBain.com

🟢 Intuitive Finance Toolkit → DylanBain.com/Toolkit

🟢 Instagram → Instagram.com/TheDylanBain

🟢 Threads → Threads.net/@TheDylanBain

🟢 Twitter → Twitter.com/TheDylanBain

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They also talk about the significance of cultural connections and shared experiences, sparked by Dylan's recounting of a communal dumpling-making event, and explore the transformative power of such experiences compared to transactional interactions.

Show Highlights