E5: The Hot Mess and the Fray - Guest Episode with Geoff Shoun O'Keeffe

Author: Scott Berman and Paul Agostinelli
Published: Sat 02 Sep 2023
Episode Link: https://game-of-zen.captivate.fm/episode/e5-the-hot-mess-and-the-fray-guest-episode-with-geoff-shoun-okeeffe

In our latest episode of the Game of Zen podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Geoff Shoun O'Keeffe as our special guest. Geoff shared his wisdom on the power of not knowing and embracing uncertainty in our lives.

Geoff discussed the concept of right mindfulness and the eightfold path as tools to navigate the complexities of existence. . Through Geoff's journey, we learned how anger and conflict initially surfaced but eventually transformed into acceptance and making the best of the situation.

00:02:48 Gratitude, Zen practice, outdoor industry experience, leadership values.

00:17:26 Unintentional actions, transitioning to larger company role.

00:19:58 Outdoor industry transformed by commercialization and competition.

00:14:31 Acquisitions bring arrogance, impatience, and near-bankruptcy.

00:19:47 Eightfold path helps navigate inner and outer chaos.

00:23:31 Ego, anger, and courage in professional environment.

00:26:44 Listen, observe, let go, and simplify.

00:31:53 Resistance to ranking things as "more Zen".

00:37:16 Zenpeacemakers.org. 30-year-old nonprofit doing various social justice work. Not positional, unique among engaged Buddhist organizations.

00:43:06 Integration, whiskers, progress, change, curiosity, equanimity: Jeff's rewarding journey of self-growth.

00:45:35 Geoff joins as guest in non-traditional meditation.