The BackPacking Psychonaut
Welcome to TheBackPackingPsychonaut, a space where we dive into the wild terrains of the mind and navigate the challenges that many of us face on our mental health journey. I'm Alex Rodgers, your guide on this adventure of self-discovery, and together, we'll explore the highs and lows of the inner world.
Imagine this: You're not just a traveler; you're a psychonaut equipped with curiosity, a backpack full of introspection, and a compass that points straight to your own inner struggles. Our mission? To trek through the thick jungles of self-doubt, cross the vast deserts of fear, and climb the towering mountains of ego that often hold us back.
In each episode, we'll unfold a new chapter in our quest, sharing stories of triumph and struggles, drawing wisdom from both ancient traditions and modern insights. Our goal is to uncover the secrets of the mind, spotlighting the shadows that can hinder personal growth.
This podcast is your go-to guide, not just for understanding your mind, but for conquering the barriers that might be weighing heavily on your shoulders. From the peaceful moments of mindfulness to the thunderous waterfalls of self-discovery, TheBackPackingPsychonaut is your ticket to an inward journey.
So, buckle up—or maybe just make sure those backpack straps are snug—and let's embark on this transformative expedition together. We're here to explore the landscapes of your consciousness, where the challenges you face are not roadblocks but gateways to self-discovery. Welcome to TheBackPackingPsychonaut, a companion for young lads navigating the tricky terrains of anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling a bit lost.
The BackPacking Psychonaut
Self Imposed Discomfort
When you take action, and commit to goals outside your comfort zone, your subconscious gets engaged in looking for evidence to achieve that goal. This becomes a mission for your mind to achieve, the necessity of pushing out your comfort zone and moving towards a new goal, that has unforeseen outcomes, forces the activation of energy.
The feeling of panic sets in, out of fear, you start to consider what the potential outcome of not making it work. The pressure you’ve put on yourself amounts to an overwhelming sense of urgency. You start to consider doing things you wouldn’t normally do, out of the worry of things going wrong. The discomfort you have imposed on yourself becomes a source of inspiration, helping you start to pick together new ideas.
When life becomes to comfortable, we tend to stay within our current habitual routine. Our potential becomes stifled, without something great heading towards us, we slump into a state of complacency. Even if you have a goal to aim towards, it can feel like there is no rush to get there. The goal itself is sometimes not enough to enact change, something greater is needed. By having this create discomfort in your present, you force yourself to have to change.
Giving yourself a date to move to a new city, or booking a flight to another country, or leaving your job in hopes of starting a business, you create an urgency in the present. You can have these goals without a deadline, but the lack of urgency makes it difficult to act. There is no perceived pain, you’re in no rush and the comfort of your life will consume you and Complacency will lag behind.
Ive just booked a flight to Bali, then to Australia, with no money. No idea of how I’m going to make things work. I am a little panicky, but I’m engaged. Actively looking for ways to make money, I feel somewhat aliened with a greater sense of control over my life. Before, I was lost and confused. In a state of comfort, I felt that I was destined to never actualise my potential. That I would succumb to the modern day comfort crisis and live in a perpetual state of shame. But now, with a stronger enough why, I feel more aligned and open to opportunities.
It’s not the positives of travelling that are giving my purpose, it’s the negatives. It’s the idea of not having enough money which lights a fire under me, not the good times I’m going to have when travelling.