Wisdom from the Aerial View
Wisdom from the Aerial View is the podcast for those who wish to learn how to crush their anxiety and find meaning and purpose in their lives. It is for those who imagine a world with less contentiousness and more harmony. It is the place to come for a dose of optimism and 30 minutes of tranquility. Look for a new episode every Monday.
Learning to access the Aerial View has changed lives. It can change yours.
Episodes
51 episodes
Episode 51--Interview with Dr. Ellen Langer--Part I
Mark and Enid have the great pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ellen Langer, distinguished Harvard Professor of Psychology, best-selling author of twelve books, and recipient of many honors and awards. Dr. Langer is known as the mother of mindfulne...
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Episode 50--Lessons From History
In this conversation, Enid and Mark explore the idea that, despite repeated warnings, history stubbornly repeats itself. What does this tell us about the nature of human experience? As usual, the Aerial View offers an explanation and a hopeful ...
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Episode 49–History
It is often said that to ignore history is to repeat it. Mark & Enid dive into the concept of history. It looks a bit different from the Aerial View.
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Episode 48--Interview with Dr. Jonathan Reiner
Enid and Mark are honored to welcome Dr. Jonathan Reiner to the podcast. Dr. Reiner is Professor of Medicine and Surgery at the George Washington University School of Medicine and a medical analyst for CNN. He was Vice President Cheney's long-t...
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Episode 47--Politics
Mark and Enid take on the topic of politics, but not from any particular side or point of view. What can the Aerial View teach politicians about how they should approach their jobs to yield the best results for those they represent?
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Episode 46--Do Unto Others
Mark and Enid begin with a discussion of a recent article describing an experiment at an Ivy League university that encouraged students to give rather than to receive. The results of the experiment should surprise no one.
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Episode 45--Consciousness
Enid and Mark delve into consciousness, a concept that remains undefinable despite huge advances in medicine and science.
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Episode 44--Time
Mark and Enid delve into the concept of time and its significance in our lives. Mark explains why one conclusion of this fact of nature is that, in a very real sense, we never lose anyone.
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Episode 43--Laughter
In this episode, Enid and Mark discuss the importance of laughter and humor in coping with life's challenges.
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Episode 42--Blame
In this episode, Enid and Mark discuss the concept of blame. Learning to embrace our mistakes and accept responsibility are keys to diminishing our personal stress and enhancing our communities.
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Episode 41--Dealing with the stress of illness
Medical events are often stressful. Mark and Enid discuss how to successfully manage that stress.
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Episode 40--Honesty and Integrity
Enid and Mark explore the topic of honesty and its sister integrity. In a world filled with dishonesty, what can the Aerial View teach us about these topics?
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Episode 39--Longevity
Enid and Mark discuss the concept of longevity and how it fits into the Aerial View.
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Episode 38--Violence
Sadly, we continue to experience heinous acts of violence in our nation. Enid and Mark discuss why we are so violent and what we can do to solve this seemingly intractable problem.
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Episode 37--Meaning and Purpose
Enid and Mark pursue an understanding of meaning and purpose. Why do so many consider and even commit suicide? What is missing in their lives?
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Episode 36--Democracy from the Aerial View
Can our nation survive at the current level of polarization? Enid and Mark explore what is required to sustain our democracy.
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Episode 35--Memories
Mark and Enid begin this episode discussing memories, but soon wander into the world of Alzheimer's disease, dreams, and a host of fascinating topics.
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Episode 34-Stress
Enid and Mark talk about the role of stress in our lives and how it can be overcome.
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Episode 33--Civility
In today's episode, Enid and Mark discuss civility, or more accurately, its demise over recent decades.
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Episode 32--Viktor Frankl rule
In today's episode, Mark and Enid discuss the Viktor Frankl rule, that each of us is in control of how we react to any situation, and how this relates to the Aerial View.
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Episode 31--Why We Err
Why do we humans make mistakes? What are we to make of the fact that errors are unavoidable, even by the most learned and experienced? Mark and Enid explore why errors are essential to complete our mission.
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Episode 30--Respect
What role does language play in our society? The "F" word has become ubiquitous. Should we care? Do we make too much of the rapid rise in cursing? Mark and Enid's opinions do not completely coincide, making for a fun and enjoyable episode. ...
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Episode 29--Quiet Quitting
What does it mean to "quiet quit?" Is the current generation right that one must find the proper balance between work and life? Should our effort be proportional to our compensation? In this episode, Enid and Mark take on this issue.
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