Finding Yourself First: Carel van Heerden on Deep Connections
Episode Overview
Karel's reflections on hosting a comedy show and the learning experiences it provided The struggles and decisions Karel is currently facing, including his contemplation of moving back to South Africa The significance of making decisions, accepting consequences, and focusing on personal growth Karel's battle with addiction and the impact of deep connections on his recovery journey The importance of being connected with oneself before connecting with others
First be selfish, then be selfless. Let's connect with ourselves, be selfish, and focus on connecting with yourself.
How often do you think about the importance of connecting with yourself before reaching out to others? In this episode of the Craving Wolves podcast, Carel van Heerden gets personal about the idea of deep connections. He suggests that being a little selfish might actually be the key to being truly selfless later on. Carel shares his experiences from hosting a comedy show and the lessons he learned from those performances.
He also opens up about his current struggles, including a potential move back to South Africa. Through it all, he emphasizes the importance of making decisions and accepting their consequences as part of personal growth. Carel also touches on his ongoing battle with addiction and how building a deep connection with oneself is crucial before forming meaningful relationships with others.
This episode offers a heartfelt look into Carel's journey and provides valuable insights for anyone looking to deepen their connections, both with themselves and with others.