Becoming a Modern Elder

The Ikigai Project

For this conversation, David Marlow joins us as our guest. We wanted to chat with someone who has experienced several significant career & personal transitions over their lifetime. David is in many ways a modern elder. We uncover more about what that means, how he is mentoring others, and apply those lessons in our own lives. During his 30 year career, David served in senior leadership roles and currently runs his own consulting business. Not only that, David embodies the spirit of ikigai by sharing content daily on his substack called the Ikiquest.

Reach out to David on LinkedIn and read his writing on ikiquest.substack.com

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Time Stamps:

[4:00] The biggest transition year of David's life

[7:37] A vivid dream & surgery: key moments of self-discovery

[12:55] How to self-reflect when life is too busy

[15:40] On the transition of being a grandparent

[25:19] Being a modern elder & genuine listening

[30:56] Tips on being present

[37:27] Learning to say 'no' when making career decisions

[46:45] Shadow work - understanding shadows within our strengths

[52:48] Details of Ikiquest and writing daily

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Other Resources:

• Books on shadow work:
• Shadow Dance: Liberating the Power & Creativity of Your Dark Side Paperback – by David Rich
• Inner Work: Using Dreams and Active Imagination for Personal Growth – by Robert A. Johnson

Credits:

• Theme music by Hue.
• Logo design by Andrew Speer.
• Post-production by Rosario Suarez.
• Visit www.ikigai.blog for more information about The Ikigai Project.

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