In this engaging episode of the Unhooked podcast, host Jeremy Lipkowitz and self-leadership coach Jord Cuiper explore personal growth, self-trust, and the courage to embrace change. They examine the 'first mountain syndrome' as a metaphor for a life path lacking joy and fulfilment. The speakers highlight the role of environment on behaviours and goals and the need to align actions with core values. They discuss the significance of setting boundaries and tackling addictions as signals of dissatisfaction. A focal point is the importance of recognizing when one's on the 'wrong mountain' and the bravery required to change paths despite significant investments in the current one.  The discussion underscores embracing the unknown and giving one’s all to reach one's potential as integral to personal development and an authentic and satisfying life. 01:08 The Discomfort in Pursuit of Personal Growth 02:22 Exploring the Importance of Environment in Personal Growth 04:39 The Impact of Environment on Personal and Business Growth 09:02 The Fear of the Unknown and the Courage to Change 10:36 The Importance of Courageous Action in Personal Growth 20:36 The Impact of Protective Mechanisms on Personal Growth 34:33 The Challenge of Setting Boundaries and Speaking Your Truth 42:59 Exploring Masculinity: What Does It Mean to Be a Man? 46:07 The Importance of Embodiment in Self-Leadership 47:06 The Dangers of Spiritual Materialism 47:36 The Importance of Ethical Practice in Personal Growth 50:05 The Gap Between Knowing and Living Your Values 52:00 Redefining Success: Living by Your Highest Values 52:29 The Dangers of Pursuing the Wrong Goals 01:14:11 The Importance of Personal Growth in Achieving Success Connect with Jord: https://www.instagram.com/jordcuiper/ https://www.jordcuiper.com/ -------- Interested in getting 1:1 coaching support? Learn about my Coaching Program and book a free discovery call: https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/intro GET NOTIFIED WHEN DOORS OPEN TO UNHOOKED RECOVERY: https://jeremylipkowitz.mykajabi.com/unhooked Connect with me on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremylipkowitz/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyLipkowitz ABOUT JEREMY LIPKOWTZ JEREMY IS A MEDITATION TEACHER, LIFE COACH, AND DIGITAL HABITS EXPERT WHO WORKS WITH ENTREPRENEURS, EXECUTIVES, AND LEADERS. Jeremy overcame addiction, shame, self-judgement, and depression in his early twenties with the help of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness not only helped him let go of destructive behaviors, it also allowed him to connect with deeper meaning and purpose in his life. For the past 10 years Jeremy has been teaching mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices at universities, recovery centers, and companies throughout Asia and the US. He holds a Bachelors and Master’s degree in Genetics and Genomics, and spent several years at Duke University working towards a PhD in Genetics & Systems Biology before he turned full-time to teaching mindfulness. Jeremy is also an ICF certified Executive Coach. As a former scientist and academic, Jeremy has a great passion for bringing his EI based coaching skills into the corporate and professional world. He realizes how powerful & transformative these practices can be for skeptics and senior-level managers. He is known for his calm and grounded demeanor, his expertise in habits and high-performance, and his compassionate approach to transformation.