Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst
Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst
Half An Orange
Half An Orange
Half An Orange
Thursday 11th February 2021
Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst discuss why relaxation is challenging and share personal stories about finding peace in stillness on 'Sideways'.
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Graham Landi & Martin Pankhurst
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Finding Peace in Stillness: Overcoming the Challenge of Relaxation
When you're in active addiction, you are specifically blocking out your ability to think and reflect. And although what's probably worth noting in this respect is that a lot of people, even people who haven't had any difficulty with addiction, find it very, very difficult to do nothing.
Why is it so tough to just sit back and relax, especially when we often judge our worth by our accomplishments? In this episode of 'Sideways', hosts Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst dive into this very issue. Martin kicks things off with a hilarious yet stressful tale of a holiday tour that promised much but delivered little, leaving his family frazzled.
This story sets the stage for a deeper discussion on why doing nothing can be so challenging, particularly for those who equate their value with their achievements. Martin also shares his quirky habit of walking in slippery shoes, drawing a parallel to the importance of having the right 'gear'—both literally and metaphorically—for a more relaxed life.
The conversation meanders through topics like midlife crises and gestalt psychology, touching on how these life stages prompt us to question our paths and choices. They even draw an intriguing comparison between the lockdown experience and addiction recovery, both serving as unexpected opportunities for reflection and self-discovery. By the end, Graham and Martin remind us of the importance of sitting with ourselves, tolerating discomfort, and using these moments for meaningful reflection.
It's an episode packed with humor, honesty, and valuable insights that will resonate with anyone struggling to find peace in stillness.