Book Recommendation - How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen
ABSTRACT
Discover the profound insights of a professional who balances personal struggles with professional achievements in the revealing article. It delves into the journey of self-awareness and reflection, highlighting the importance of empathy in both personal and professional interactions. Learn how embracing curiosity and understanding others can transform everyday experiences and contribute to a more empathetic world.
Keywords
Self-awareness in professional development
Importance of empathy
Balancing personal and professional life
Reflective learning process
Curiosity and personal growth
Empathy in daily interactions
Understanding complex issues
Benefits of knowing others deeply
David Brooks: How to Know a Person
Introduction
There are very few books that wholly reflect my intention during my training sessions while simultaneously reflecting on my struggles. Too often, I'm overwhelmed by my ego or whatever reason....sacrificing valuable opportunities to learn more about a person's story. Professionally, I've refined the opposite. I lean into my curiosity when hosting my podcast, meeting clients during sessions, and planning ceremonies with couples. I marvel at how that's lost when I sometimes return to my personal life. An unconscious stream for survival too frequently saturates me, and the unrelenting need to combat injustice is constantly pervasive and, quite frankly, unexplainable. Nothing in my timeline begs such an abrasive energy.
My lifetime of roadblocks and milestones is no different from the norm, and one might say that it's relatively free of the trauma that plagues the lives of others. But it's there, and awareness and reflection have helped rewire a different type of thinking (or at least, is helping). Undoubtedly, it has affected many interactions, especially when discussing politics. Perhaps you might feel the same at times. It's a growing flame inside that overtakes your spirit and most likely compromises objective and empathetic comprehension of the complexity of the issues that present themselves through social media, kitchen table conversations with family, and other flows of information we intersect with daily. I believe you might find the peace I've been seeking and found. I've listened to this audiobook twice consecutively and just ordered the book. I intend to wire the art of seeing others deeply and being deeply seen. I beg you to do the same and lean into your curiosity of others. Are you already doing it? Great. Share the good word. Although I argue, we all must be reminded to learn about people (and how to approach various scenarios and personalities appropriately). We're not perfect, after all! It may help you redefine your interactions and find empathy and sympathy missing in daily interactions, personally and professionally. It may just help us bring the global boil to a simmer as we live our lives collectively among the differences.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: MICHAEL MOODY, PERSONAL TRAINER
As an author, a personal trainer in Denver, and podcast host, Michael Moody has helped personal training clients achieve new fitness heights and incredible weight loss transformations since 2005. He also produces the wellness podcast "The Elements of Being" and has been featured on NBC, WGN Radio, and PBS.
Michael offers personal training to Denver residents who want to meet at the 2460 W 26th Ave studio….or in their homes throughout LoHi (80206), LoDo (80202), RiNo (80216), Washington Park (80209), Cherry Creek (80206, 80209, 80243, 80246, 80231), and Highlands (80202, 80211, 80212). Michael also offers experiences with a personal trainer in Jefferson Park (80211) and Sloan's Lake (80204, 80212).
If you’re looking for a personal trainer who can curate a sustainable (and adaptable) routine based on your needs and wants, Michael is the experienced practitioner you’ve been looking for. Try personal training for a month…your body will thank you!
