What Is Your One Thing? ► Rilke's Take on a Modern Conundrum
10/19/24 • 16 min
Welcome back to "The Jim Kroft Podcast"!
In this episode, we explore what it takes to focus on your 'one thing' amidst the noise and demands of modern life.
As I've discussed previously, one of my own challenges with this podcast has been to keep consistent while juggling my own film business and recording my new album.
I've been experimenting with new formats to complement the interviews and conversations I have, and today's episode is a new iteration.
You will find an "off the cuff" introduction followed by the main podcast:
⏰ Timestamps:
- 1.6.50: Jim’s personal intro
- 6.55: The Podcast on Rilke
We all know how hard it can be, not just to get our projects going, but to prioritise them in the sea of demands modern life places upon us. Today, I explore some of my pain points this year and the solutions which have helped me make progress.
I hope they help anyone working on a creative project, a side hustle or a business.
Inspired by Gary Keller and Rilke’s wisdom, today, we explore how to navigate distractions and find clarity in a fragmented world.
🔥 What’s Inside:
- 🧩 The importance of clarifying what your main project is
- 🕰️ The hidden impact of endless distractions
- 🧘♂️ How to listen to the voice that knows what is best for you
- 🌌 Rilke’s advice for uncertain periods
- 🚀 Actionable steps to align with your ‘one thing.’
Whether it’s creative blocks, social media addiction, or simply getting started, this episode offers insights and practical steps for those seeking direction.
Jim Kroft links:
Welcome back to "The Jim Kroft Podcast"!
In this episode, we explore what it takes to focus on your 'one thing' amidst the noise and demands of modern life.
As I've discussed previously, one of my own challenges with this podcast has been to keep consistent while juggling my own film business and recording my new album.
I've been experimenting with new formats to complement the interviews and conversations I have, and today's episode is a new iteration.
You will find an "off the cuff" introduction followed by the main podcast:
⏰ Timestamps:
- 1.6.50: Jim’s personal intro
- 6.55: The Podcast on Rilke
We all know how hard it can be, not just to get our projects going, but to prioritise them in the sea of demands modern life places upon us. Today, I explore some of my pain points this year and the solutions which have helped me make progress.
I hope they help anyone working on a creative project, a side hustle or a business.
Inspired by Gary Keller and Rilke’s wisdom, today, we explore how to navigate distractions and find clarity in a fragmented world.
🔥 What’s Inside:
- 🧩 The importance of clarifying what your main project is
- 🕰️ The hidden impact of endless distractions
- 🧘♂️ How to listen to the voice that knows what is best for you
- 🌌 Rilke’s advice for uncertain periods
- 🚀 Actionable steps to align with your ‘one thing.’
Whether it’s creative blocks, social media addiction, or simply getting started, this episode offers insights and practical steps for those seeking direction.
Jim Kroft links:
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Hello, everyone, and welcome to “The Jim Kroft Podcast,” where I explore creative life, the digital economy, and how we can grow as individuals in this bonkers modern world.
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Gordon's groundbreaking work with The Strokes helped define the sound of the early 2000s, and his influence still resonates in the music world today.
I've known Gordon since 2007, and this conversation was recorded right after he produced my new song "Wicked Things" at Mercy Sound Studios.
Gordon is a true maverick with a journey that spans the cultural hubs of New York, Berlin, and London. His life has seen incredible highs and lows, but through it all, he's remained guided by the North Star of his creativity.
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