The DPO Project

Control, By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week Zi and Vindesh talk about control and how we deal with tendencies to want to control every aspect of life.  There's an upside to planning, but then there is fate.  Zi gives control freaks advice on how to break these patterns and go with the flow.

Buffering, By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week Zi and Vindesh explore the phenomenon of "buffering" and how it hinders flow.  Vindesh has recently been working on a creative project and has found it challenging to tap into that flow state.  Zi breaks down what happens when we think too much and why the brain can't feel.  

Discernment in Chaotic Times, By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week we welcome Rob Hoffman, a longtime friend and student of Zi's to the podcast.  The guys continue the conversation about why we are living in a time where it's hard to tell truth from fiction.  As Masters of Tai Chi, both Zi and Rob have incorporated the philosophy and scripts connected to their practice.  They believe that in times of chaos, those drills and that understanding has helped anchor them.  They share their experience of volunteering in Sri Lanka during the aftermath of the tsunami and how it completely opened their eyes to the richness of humanity.   

Why Is Easy So Hard? By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week Zi and Vindesh continue the conversation about the rise of the anti-hero theme.  They explore why it's hard to do the right thing.  Zi mentions the science behind breaking bad habits.  One of his clients had a poor diet, and when he started working more with people he started to notice patterns of miseducation regarding nutrition.  They wonder what it takes for people to become a steward of their own health.  

Rise of the Anti-Hero, By Master Zi and Vindesh

Happy New Year! This week Zi and Vindesh reflect on the past year.  Something that Zi and Vindesh continue to observe is the praise of the anti-hero archetype.  The influencer, politician, and celebrity voices are heard louder than scientists and scholars.  Zi and Vindesh discuss how this plays out in every arena in life and how being a "follower" impacts your health.  

Scapegoating, By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week Zi and Vindesh exchange views on how scapegoating started and why it's so readily embraced in today's culture.  We see it happen all the time in the media landscape.  Journalists are quick to apply blame, but never explore both sides.  Zi describes the process of breaking down the reasoning behind why we scapegoat, while Vindesh ponders what happens if we don't break free from these limitations.  

Enabling Dysfunction, By Master Zi and Vindesh

Continuing their conversation about confirmation bias, Zi and Vindesh look into why people seek   personal validation and how it hinders personal growth.  Zi is inspired by Khalil Gibran and explains why gratitude will carry you through the storms in life.  

Confirmation Bias, By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week Zi and Vindesh exchange views on confirmation bias and why people have a hard time tolerating information that conflicts with their personal beliefs.  Zi points out that humans are unique in that we can choose our evolution.  We can also initiate our own devolution.  By choosing to consume information that supports our perspective, it limits our growth.  Zi and Vindesh examine the ego and how it plays a role in evolution.   

Connections, by Master Zi and Vindesh

This week Zi and Vindesh explore the many facets of making and nurturing connections.  Zi discusses how the energy you put in should be reciprocated.  Many times in our lives we have been hit with an event that has blinded sided us.  The connections we have can either help sustain us or deplete us.  Zi and Vindesh share their experiences of what makes a healthy connection.  As always, Zi leaves us with some insight and advice to help navigate relationships.

Original Self, By Master Zi and Vindesh

This week we continue the discussion related to Investigation.  Zi and Vindesh take it a step further and discuss why they believe investigating the self is worth the effort.  As Zi describes, the path to enlightenment starts with the question, "Who am I."  In indigenous cultures, often times children aren't named before they are born, instead they are granted a name upon birth or even a year after.  What is your blueprint?  Zi and Vindesh explore ideas and steps to take to find out.