On the 31st episode of the What is a Good Life? podcast, I'm delighted to be joined by Alex Carabi. Alex is an author; his most recent book is "On Relationality," a leadership coach, and co-founder of Yellow, a group which offers spaces to learn, connect, and explore without predetermined outcomes or expectations. In this episode, we delve into the meaning of building greater intimacy with others and life itself, exploring various ways of relating to people that transcend manipulation and our typical defences. Our discussion uncovers the profound sense of aliveness, feeling, and depth that arises when we meet others and ourselves in the moment where we presently are. Moreover, we reflect on the alchemical potential of exploring the aspects of ourselves we have numbed. If you find yourself yearning for a deeper connection and greater intimacy in a world often characterised by superficial interactions, if you're tired of performing and acting at the expense of genuine connection and vitality, this conversation will provide ample food for thought. You'll gain insights into reshaping your approach to relating with others, along with fresh ideas to explore and incorporate into your own good life. Subscribe for weekly episodes, every Tuesday, and check out my YouTube channel (link below) for shorter clips and reflections. Contact me at [email protected] to book a free 30 minute consultation for one-on-one coaching programs or to hear about corporate workshops I am offering around this question. Running Order: 01:38 Podcast begins 02:16 What is here? 06:50 Building intimacy with life 10:50 A fear of being seen 14:14 A different quality of relating - Martin Buber 20:48 Dropping our strategies and defences when relating 25:13 Exploring aliveness, feeling, and depth 28:48 Dissolving the separateness between us 33:23 Giving permission to what is here 35:48 What allows for more intimacy? 40:23 Getting in touch with where we are numb 44:53 Benefits to feeling more of life 50:11 Relating to life with meaning 53:36 Divine moments in relating to each other 55:36 Feeling ok with who and where you are 1:02:15 Summary of the conversation 1:04:00 What is a good life, for Alex? For further content and information check out the following:  - For the podcast's YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlife/videos - My newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/ - My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/ - Alex’s website: https://www.alexcarabi.com/ - Yellow’s website: https://www.yellowlearning.org/ - Alex’s book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/9198859307/