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Welcome to the ASQPodcast — where life transitions become your greatest teachers. The ASQPodcast helps midlife professionals navigate life’s most defining transitions with clarity, resilience, and meaning. Blending timeless wisdom from psychology, archetypal frameworks, and spiritual traditions with practical tools. Omar and Jessie guide listeners through reinvention — from career shifts and relationship changes to personal awakenings. Featuring honest solo episodes, practical deep dives, and guest interviews, this show is a roadmap for turning endings into authentic new beginnings. Here, we don’t offer quick fixes — we offer a map for your quest. Whether you’re feeling stuck, restless, or called to reinvent your life, you’ll find real talk, guidance, and community to help you transform endings into authentic new beginnings. We invite you to take this journey with us. Find Meaning, Navigate Change, Live & Lead Fully.
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Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
In this episode of the ASQ PODCAST, we are honored to have Lisa De Leon with us. After graduating high school, Lisa enrolled at Indian River Community College with the goal of pursuing a career in Criminal Justice. With a passion for the field sparked by a Law Studies class in high school, Lisa has dedicated herself to understanding the inner workings of the criminal justice system.
Despite facing many challenges, Lisa has remained resilient and dedicated to her goals. She has channeled her experiences into her work, striving to be the supportive and understanding mentor to her students that her own mentor was for her. Her unwavering commitment to her son and her determination to honor the memory of her son's father is truly inspiring. Today, she'll be sharing her journey of overcoming adversity and how she has used her experiences to help others. We are honored to have her with us today, and we can't wait for you to hear her story.
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
In this episode of A Soul’s Quest Podcast, Omar and I will discuss the narrative fallacy. The narrative fallacy is the tendency to construct simple, coherent stories or explanations for complex events or systems, even when the evidence doesn't support these explanations. In this video, we'll be discussing what the narrative fallacy is, why it's important, and how to avoid it
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
In this episode, we explore the concept of the overview effect and its potential to inspire personal growth and a deeper connection to the Earth and ourselves. The overview effect is the awe-inspiring realization that we are all connected and interdependent on this small, fragile planet when seen from outer space.
We will discuss how the overview effect can change our perspective on our place in the world, inspiring better understanding of ourselves, and a desire to make a positive impact on the planet. We will also explore how reflecting on the overview effect can help us develop gratitude and appreciation for the Earth and all that it provides, as well as understand the interconnectedness of all living things.
Furthermore, we will delve into the transformative aspect of the overview effect, as it can inspire a sense of awe and wonder that can have a positive impact on our well-being. Lastly, we will also provide practical ways in which reflecting on the overview effect and incorporating its perspective in our daily life can be a powerful tool for personal development.
This video is for anyone who is interested in personal development and the power of perspective, as well as those who are curious about the overview effect and how it can inspire a deeper connection to the Earth.
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
In this episode, we delve into the topic of betrayal and explore why it can be difficult for us to conceive or see the possibility of it happening to us. From our upbringing and past experiences to our naive view of life and relationships, we examine the various factors that can influence our understanding of betrayal. We also hear personal stories from those who have experienced betrayal and how it affected their understanding of the world. Whether you've been blindsided by betrayal or want to be more aware of the possibility of it happening in your life, this video is a must-watch. Join us as we explore the unexpected in the world of betrayal.
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you feel like you're always dealing with the same challenges and problems? In this video, we'll look at the cyclical nature of existence and how understanding it can help us navigate our lives. We can gain a greater sense of control over our lives and make more meaningful progress toward our goals by understanding that everything is interconnected and that certain patterns and cycles repeat themselves. Join us as we delve into this thought-provoking topic and discover how a better understanding of the cyclical nature of existence can help us on our life's journey.
Monday Jan 09, 2023
Monday Jan 09, 2023
The Qatar World Cup has been called “the most controversial World Cup ever.” Many people have criticized Qatar for many issues including; Corruption (Did Qatar buy the world cup?), Human Rights Violations, and Cultural Issues like banning same-sex relationships. On this episode of A Soul’s Quest Podcast, Omar and I will discuss some of these issues and what we can learn from this.
Monday Dec 05, 2022
Monday Dec 05, 2022
On this episode of A Soul’s Quest Podcast, Omar and I will discuss Martin Scorsese's movie silence and whether is it prideful to uphold an idea or faith at the expense of others? Two 17th-century Portuguese missionaries, Father Sebastian Rodrigues (Andrew Garfield) and Father Francisco Garupe (Adam Driver), embark on a perilous journey to Japan to find their missing mentor (Liam Neeson). While there, the two men minister to the Christian villagers who worship in secret. If caught by feudal lords or ruling samurai, they must renounce their faith or face a prolonged and agonizing death.
Monday Nov 28, 2022
Monday Nov 28, 2022
In our personal experiences, we have faced a few crises of faith which have led us to really question religious validity and the meaning of God. In this episode, Omar and I will discuss how difficult times forces us to question the concepts of religion and faith, and how this process could give us a better understanding of our lives.
Monday Nov 21, 2022
Monday Nov 21, 2022
On this episode of A Soul’s Quest Podcast, Omar and I will discuss whether pursuing legacy is the goal of this brief life.
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
You are currently listening to What exactly does "success" mean to you? | ASQ PODCAST E51. We often think of being a success in status and financial terms. But being a success just means doing anything well, and there are so many ways to be successful. In this episode of the A Soul’s Quest Podcast, Omar and I will discuss the idea of "success” as it pertains to our quest.