Lebenspraxis - Life Practice

To find the Self, you need to reevaluate some basic ideas of society

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0200

In this episode I talk elaborate more on the importance of doing nothing and then what to do after that.

You do NOT need to do more. Do nothing and heal.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200

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The two quotes:

“All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” - Blaise Pascal

“My dear, here we must run as fast as we can just to stay in place. And if you wish to go anywhere, you must run twice as fast as that.” - Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland

The Structure of Self-Discovery

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0200

I am back, my friends.

Let me share with you what I found.

Deepest talk on Movement Psychology I've ever had - Talk with Flynn Disney

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0200

This talk was vital for me.
Flynn said things that I could not put into words. During that conversation, I got into a deep spiritual state. Doors opened up.
We talk about how movement and your training are affecting you.
Your relationship with what surrounds you.
Joy, Anxiety, and Resilience.
But it's nonsense to summarize this conversation here. Just listen.

Flynn's Website:
https://www.flynndisney.com

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Living in a Gong Fu Monastery in Berlin

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 18:00:00 +0100

In this Lebenspraxis episode, Joseph explores Xuan, a Gong Fu Academy located in the heart of Berlin. Xuan stands out as a special place, providing instruction in Chinese martial arts while also functioning as a quasi-monastery where individuals from diverse backgrounds live and learn together. Joseph meets Stev, the head coach of Xuan, who provides insight into the origins and unique atmosphere of this remarkable institution.

Website Xuan - Gong Fu Academy - https://www.xuan-gongfu.de/
YouTube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@WUDANGDEUTSCHLAND

Ressources (in German):
Gespräch über Meditation mit Raphael Scullion - Teil 1 - Was ist Meditation? - https://youtu.be/ciRmhrjZ_44
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This Guy is on a MISSION to change physical training for ever! - Marcello Palozzo as my guest

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0100

Imagine a guy whose mission is to change how we train.
A guy who is on a mission to help us become physically literate.
A guy with contagious energy, excitement, and knowledge.
This, my dear listener, is Marcello Palozzo.
We will dive deeply into his ideas and mission to figure out how you can also become more physically literate.

Marcello's Website: https://www.marcellopalozzo.com/
Marcello's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/palozzo.marcello/

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Running a Successful Movement Gym: Triumphs, Challenges, and Lessons from two successful Pioneers!

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0100

Do you ever wonder what it takes to successfully run a movement gym? Are you curious about the challenges and triumphs that come with such a venture? Get ready to unravel these mysteries as we welcome Matthew Bernstein and Rodrigo Salulima, gym owners in the U.S. and Brazil, to our podcast. Together, we'll illuminate the financial and entrepreneurial aspects of starting a gym, delve into the responsibilities of teaching classes and managing a business, and discuss the importance of building a thriving community within your gym.

Matt and Rodrigo are known to be one with the first people to create such gyms in the world. So get ready to benefit from their experience.

Matthew's Gym: https://apecomovement.com/
Matthew's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apeco_boulder/
Rodrigo's Gym: https://www.pratiquemovimento.com/
Rodrigo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pratiquemovimento

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The Evolution and Future of Climbing with Udo Neumann

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0100

Join us as we chat with Udo Neumann, a world-class and somewhat controversial climbing coach. Udo shares his deep understanding of how sport climbing has changed over the years. He talks about his key role in improving climbing in Germany, introducing new training methods and climbing techniques.

We discuss how climbing gear and competitions have evolved, and look at different climbing styles from around the world. Udo gives tips on how to train well, stay motivated, and become a better climber.

This episode is perfect for anyone interested in climbing, whether you're a beginner or have been climbing for years. Listen in to learn from an expert who has a unique take on climbing

Can we escape the TECHNOCRATIC death?

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Are you on a constant hunt for productivity hacks, only to feel lost and unfulfilled? Could it be that the true hack lies not in working faster, but in discovering the deeper meaning of work and productivity? Join me on a thought-provoking journey as we challenge the norms of technocratic societies and explore the contrast between the immediacy of hunter-gatherer societies and our modern dependence on money. We'll probe the reasons why work needs to be meaningful and why we have this inherent need to be productive. This episode is as much about societal introspection as it is about personal reflection.

Soft Acrobatics: Learning Techniques, Skill Acquisition, and Redefining Joyful Movement with Aaron Martin

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0200

In this episode of the Lebenspraxis Podcast, Joseph talks to Aaron Martin, a soft acrobatic teacher based in Germany who has developed his own approach of teaching complex acrobatic skills to adults. Joseph and Aaron talk about general learning and skill development and debunk some myths on skill learning.

Aaron's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@softacroaaron?si=WyDdG1exquyQAd4X
Aaron's Instagram: @softacroaaron
Aaron's Website: https://www.softacroaaron.com/

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Q&A - Nutrition, Standards, Missing Pieces

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0200

In this Episode I answer questions from the audience about Nutrition, Standards, Goals and talk about Community Feedback I got.

Let me know your thoughts in the YouTube Comments or via Email.

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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Connection - the essence of my practice

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 17:00:00 +0200

In this Episode, I first go over an interesting comment about the last Episode.
I talk about why I am back on Instagram.
What to do when you enter the “intermediate”-phase of your practice.
And why connection is the essence of my practice.

Let me know your thoughts in the YouTube Comments or via Email.

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

Navigating the Solopreneur Landscape: Overcoming Challenges and Maximizing Opportunities

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 08:00:00 +0200

In this Episode I talk about how you can use your own (learning) skills instead of money when starting a solopreneur journey.
This Episode will also be interesting for everyone who is already on this journey for a longer time but prefers to work solo or Han Solo (just with Chewbacca in the team).

Let me know your thoughts in the YouTube Comments or via Email.

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Check out Episode 26 for a critical episode about AI and Content Creation.

Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

David Grey - Master of Movement Rehabilitation and His Revolutionary Approach

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0200

What if you could unlock the secrets of movement and rehabilitation in a way that empowers you to live your life to the fullest? Join me for a captivating conversation with David Grey, the founder of David Grey Rehab, and a master in the art of movement rehabilitation.

David's work is used by tens of thousands of people worldwide, from pro athletes and coaches to seniors wanting to get out of pain.

David opens up about his personal journey of healing from injuries and pain, sharing how his experiences led to the development of his unique system. We explore the principles of movement and breathing, debunking the myth of fighting tension with more tension. Instead, David provides insights into biomechanics and the crucial role of moving in an integrated way. In the same vein, we discuss the significance of mobilizing the rib cage through breath work, as well as the transformative impact of embracing a bio-psycho-social model of care.

Finally, we dive deep into David's joint mobility program and the importance of the mind-body connection. David also sheds light on his online programs and workshops. One especially known one is his program designed to assist people with foot issues like plantar fasciitis, Achilles issues, shin splints, and ankle issues. No matter your age or ability, David's unique approach to movement and rehabilitation is set to update the way you view and experience becoming pain free and resilient.

David's Website:
https://davidgreyrehab.com/
David's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/davidgreyrehab/

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The Path to Spiritual and Physical Wellness with Soisci Porchetta

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 17:00:00 +0200

In this Episode I am joined by Soisci Porchetta. A former Muay Thai fighter, teacher, and trainer now living in Tasmania, Soisci shares her unique insights into the connections between physical, mental, and spiritual practices as she continues to evolve in her own journey towards a more balanced and connected life.

Throughout our conversation, we discuss Soisci's experiences adapting her practice and teaching methods for different environments and demographics, and how her focus has shifted towards integrating meditation practices into her work. We delve into the importance of resilience, love, and spirituality in our lives, as well as the vital role teachers play in our learning journeys. We also touch on Soisci's efforts to create more gender balance in the fitness world and her thoughts on aging well through community, movement, and the power of observation.

I didn’t do any cutting in this episode (besides a short moment where my son asked me something), so you can enjoy this longer episode like you where really there.

Soisci’s Website: https://www.humanpatterns.net/

Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soisci_human_patterns/?hl=de

Our last talk we did two years before: https://youtube.com/live/wILeGAejUng

Limitless Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJPnK_NgHVI

The Animal Layer

Tue, 16 May 2023 15:00:00 +0200

Mariana joins me again, and we discuss the Animal Layer course, why it's so special, how to have a healthy mind and why you need to break through anxiety.

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

With whom to train and where

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0200

Mariana joins me again and we talk about training alone, with a partner or a group and where, at home, in a gym etc. We then deviate a bit and start to argue over calisthenics parks, males and females and that stuff. Gets heated for a short moment, but we manage to calm down again and continue peacefully.

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

How to use goals - with Tim Böttner

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0200

In this Episode I have a guest:
Tim Böttner
Fellow Coach and Practitioner.
We talk about goals, practice and approach. And exchange experiences in coaching.
Thank you, Tim, for the conversation.

Show Notes:
Tim’s Website: https://thinkflowgrow.com/
Podcast Episode from Tim with me: https://thinkflowgrow.mykajabi.com/podcasts/think-flow-grow-cast-mit-tim-boettner/episodes/2147896663
The Episode with Perry Nickelston we where talking about: https://thinkflowgrow.mykajabi.com/podcasts/think-flow-grow-cast-mit-tim-boettner/episodes/2147728431
And the „viral“ video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JlgqllPKQUA

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

Showing up is not enough

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0200

I explain one of our catch phrases: showing up is not enough
And I explain why you might not progress.

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

AI and Content Creation

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0100

In this Episode I talk about the new hype when it comes to AI and what my thoughts are on (content) creation and AI

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

How to be creative

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0100

Mariana and Joseph talk about creativity and especially Mariana's strategies, but also approaches and philosophy about the topic.

Book Mariana mentioned:
Julia Cameron - The Artist's Way

Movie with Julia Roberts that no one mentioned, but why not...:
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/America’s_Sweethearts
(Joseph thinks it's a good movie)

German Episodes of Dialog oder Tod about Creativity:
Joseph and Sascha:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5hlyePhva8
Mariana and Sascha:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_dElkCY-c4

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

How I connect with Nature

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0100

In this Episode I talk about how endeavors that are sense-based let you deeply connect with your surroundings and nature.

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

Face the Consequences

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0100

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.

We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.

We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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To discover our coaching: http://josephbartz.de

A better Evening

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0100

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Der Löffelschnitzer:

https://youtu.be/otRJbdcn1EI

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.

We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.

We explore how to live a good life.

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Beyond Discipline

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0100

One German Podcast that I want to share, from my colleague Tim Böttner:
https://thinkflowgrow.com/podcast/

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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On Mindset and moving forward

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0100

Go to 3:25 to skip the short German part.

Resources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IK9E5X4JEpE

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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

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The Walking Lifestyle

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0100

Here I explain how I implement walking into my life.

If you need to be convinced about the health benefits of walking, it’s a clear sign you are not walking enough.

Ressources:

Fear of the Meditator:

https://youtu.be/syndFCP7wV0

Walking as the base of the physical practice:

https://josephbartz.de/instagram/walkingbase.html

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Morning Routine 101 - Ep. 18 - Lebenspraxis Podcast

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0200

The Morning Routine is more than just an action that we repeat daily. It's much more a frame, which allows us to take care of ourselves. This Podcast is a deep dive into the theme, discussing different versions and ideas, what you can use this precious morning time for. Are you always using it to fulfil urgent tasks or do you allow yourself to dream as well?

* Shownotes:

Why the Morning Routine is a good start into the Practice (DE Untertitel)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADL6-hCKGCc

Am Abend sich auf den Morgen freuen | Looking forward to the day in the evening (EN Subs)
https://youtu.be/xYXAoSAWVTI
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Welcome to the Lebenspraxis Podcast, hosted by Joseph Bartz.

The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

To receive direct coaching from us and to explore our work further please visit: https://josephbartz.de

The simple life

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0200

After having discussed how to use your time in an optimal way in the last Podcast, Joseph wants to have a look on the same issue from another, more metaphorical and less rational point of view. How do can we find out what we like? How can we notice, what we are going towards and where we really want to go?
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For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast17.html

Napping

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0200

What is the value of napping? In this episode, Joseph talks about napping and how it can work as a refresher and divider of the day. Joseph also talks about how long a nap should ideally last, how to adjust the napping to your day and how come napping is underused in our society.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast15.html

Have your tools ready

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0200

Having your tools ready can save you a lot of energy and enable you to spontaneously create or follow your impulses. There is something magic about creating a clear room to be able to go into a creative chaos.
Which moments are stealing your time in the daily life? How could you optimise your situation with just a bit of orderliness or automatisation?
Joseph also discusses the term of "optimisation" and introduces the idea of "sub-optimisation". In this way we can return from a focus point to an holistic view on our life.

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For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast16.html

Q&A 1

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0200

In this first Q&A episode, Joseph answers questions from listeners on topics from the previous episodes.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast14.html

On Loneliness

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0200

In this episode of the Lebenspraxis Podcast, Joseph talks about loneliness. A few questions he asks in this episode: How come there are so many people feeling lonely in such a connected world? Why do loneliness increase when there are more people around us? What is the role of community? Why is it so important to commit?

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast13.html

The fragmented life

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0200

People walking on high pace trough the city going nowhere, full calendars, a lot of extremely interesting activities, but do we feel whole? How difficult it has become, to get together and take really time for each other. In this Episode Joseph is asking for the Reasons of feeling fragmented. What does the culture of Flatrates have to do with it? Why do we quit things so fast?

For full Show notes visit:
https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast12.html
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The Lebenspraxis, or life practice, is about living a life of purpose and action.

In this podcast, we talk about how we actively live and teach the Lebenspraxis.
We introduce and discuss the physical and cognitive components that support our practice.
We explore how to live a good life.

To discover the infinity in everything. To take responsibility for what we do. To get up every day and look at things with eyes wide open. To care. This is how we approach things. This is the practice.

To receive direct coaching from us and to explore our work further please visit: https://josephbartz.de

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Focus and the importance of our environment

Fri, 27 May 2022 10:00:00 +0200

In this episode Joseph is introducing and commenting on passages of the book "Stolen Focus" by Johann Hari. Talking about focus and making changes is our daily life, we are mostly forgetting the influence of our environment on our daily life. Diet books as well as digital diet manuals are mostly completely ignoring the socio-cultural surrounding of the reader. As humans we are in constant interaction. We should have a look at it, to address the deeper causes of our problems and to create a sustainable change. To protect our focus, we have to communicate our ideas to the outside world and develop a certain standing.
Further on Joseph takes a look at the phenomena of ADHD and children, inspired by Harris writing. ADHD is often treated badly and especially when children are diagnosed with it, there should be a closer look at their surrounding. An impossibility to concentrate is often linked to a super active nervous system, which is scanning the environment out to a state of fear. What could help to create an environment, which is encouraging children to learn and stay present in a super polluted world? What do we need as humans, to be able to get interested in something and tune into it?

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast11.html

The role of primal stressors

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0200

Joseph introduces this episode by replying to a comment on focus and inner criticism and contemplates the idea of failure as a way of steering our ship. He then dives deeper into one element of the Lebenspraxis approach: the primal stressors. You will learn what primal stressors are and how exposing yourself regularly to primal stressors can support your life.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast9.html

Practice and Family

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0200

Episode 10 - Practice and Family

In this episode, Joseph talks about the connection of family and practice. Having a family doesn't necessarily mean not having time for your own practice anymore. Being present in the life of his children is very important to him and taught him a lot about effectiveness and good organisation, but also not to be too much concerned about his own growth. It is a lot about connecting the parts of your life, instead of separating them.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast10.html

Do you need a smartphone?

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0200

In this episode, Joseph talks about the use of smartphones and responds to a few comments on the video "How to see how many times I activated my phone", published last week in connection to episode 7. Some questions he asks: What's the role of the smartphone in our lives? What are the consequences of having/not having a phone as a young person and as an adult? Is it radical not to have a smartphone?

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast8.html

Letting go of hastiness

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0200

In this episode, Joseph dives further into the Lebenspraxis and gathers a few practical ideas on how to let go of hastiness, while taking the listener on a journey through Gilgamesh's epic, the story of the 3 little piglets and the Amazonian Jungle. Some topics you will learn about in this episode: how to apply the concept of carpe diem to our days; the consequences of hastiness and how to revolt against it; why reducing open loops in the communication with others is important; how to set up your phone so it does not ruin your focus; the difference between execution and planning and how this relates to training.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast7.html

Being busy is not a virtue

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0100

Being busy and doing good and effective work are two completely different things. This is the subject of this episode of Lebenspraxis. Joseph questions the culture of hard-working and the positive attributes associated with it and brings up examples of why working more is not necessarily good. He also introduces the concept of Minimum Effective Dose (MED), explains why showing up is not enough, and claims that devoting time to effective work and to resting and digesting information are both essential to progress in any endeavor.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast6.html

The calm and focused practitioner

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0100

In this episode, Joseph reads the email from a listener and discusses how focus and calmness are related. He talks about patience as the courage to endure; being alert and the ancient state of hunting; and the jumping harlequin mind. Joseph also raises some questions that can be related to a focus and calmness practice: Where does the sense of urgency come from? What does it mean to be a calm grown-up? How to get in touch with the magic of things that are not available?

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast5.html

What are the different parts of the Lebenspraxis?

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0100

What are the different parts of the Lebenspraxis? If you have been to any of our seminars, you probably got in touch with the physical aspect of our work. However, this is just one element of the Lebenspraxis, an example of something to be approached as a practice. In this episode, we will focus on the big picture. On practice as an approach to life in general.

Life is not a thing that happens to us but a verb, something that we need to involve our whole being with. I will tell you why this is a good thing and how anything can be approached as a practice, meaning: it is not about what you do but how you do it.

We will delve into what it means to live in reciprocity with the world around us and how caring is imperative to live a good life. I also share with you what my life vision is and how this sense of focus informs all aspects of my Lebenspraxis.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast4.html

Ideas to practice your focus

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0100

This podcast is a continuation of the second episode. Here I introduce the following 3 ideas to practice your focus: reading a book; listening to a whole music album without doing anything else; practicing SROMP. For each idea, I give suggestions on how to build up your focus ability slowly. I also talk about the importance of resting and how showing up is not enough if you are not sharp anymore. Other topics I approach in this episode are: the difference between using and training your focus; where strength training and focus training meet; the difference between boredom and fatigue of concentration; finding a balance between controlling and following impulses and how this can also apply to your calendar.

For full show notes and more information, please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast3.html

What is Focus?

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0100

In this episode, I talk about focus. Some of the topics I present are how to start and persist with a practice of focus, the notion of Unverführbarkeit or not being seduced by other things, and how having a clear vision is directly related to focus and clear actions.

For show notes and more information please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast2.html

The effective practice and orderliness

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0100

In this episode, I claim that focus and orderliness are the basis of a good practice. I talk about the importance of having a calendar and how to organize it properly and how creating a training plan can help you focus on and support your physical practice.

For show notes and more information please visit: https://josephbartz.de/youtube/podcast1.html