THERE’S nothing like a global pandemic to make one reflect on life and notice things that might need a little finetuning.
Being in lockdown and trying to make sense of the world in this time of worry and fear may have left you feeling like you need to make some changes, find a new direction or prioritise different things. But where do you start?
If you need a little help or motivation, podcasts can be a great resource. They’re free, informative and you can tune in when you have time. You simply need to find ones that suit your needs.
Here’s a selection of a few that are worth a listen.
WHAT IT TAKES
Making a major life change can be stressful, and you may feel you need help navigating it.
This podcast gives you the chance to hear from visionaries and leaders in a variety of fields, from arts and science to business and sports. Interviewees include writer Khaled Hosseini, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. They share their personal stories of perseverance and talk about the obstacles they’ve overcome.
This story is from the 7 May 2020 edition of YOU South Africa.
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