Ep# 10 – 2019 Revisited and Looking Forward to 2020 – A Conversation between Marc Ketchel and Larry Holmes

In this conversation, Larry and I have a far-ranging discussion on topics dear to our hearts. We discuss the science and practice of yoga, the power of the mind to be our greatest asset or our most devastating liability. The core teaching of our Guru, Baba Muktananda, “To see the Self everywhere, in everyone.” We discuss the application of Quantum Mechanics, the ubiquitous nature of Kundalini and the interconnectedness of all life.  Larry shares his teachings on ‘PurposefulLleadership. And finally, we share the power of selfless service and the beautiful work that Peter Singer is doing, serving the less fortunate. This is a very rich conversation, intended to start the new year with empowering contemplation. 

There are a few points in the discussion which require further clarity or corrections. Later in the conversation, we discuss the three wealthiest people in the world and specifically the work that the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is doing around the world. We wish to clarify that this is in no way an endorsement of the three wealthiest people in the world, their companies, business practices, or approaches to the issues they are addressing in their respective fields. Our discussion is however intended to honor and respect the fact that they, specifically the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, are actively trying to find solutions and address the challenges we all face as human beings. While their solutions or implementation may not be perfect or even optimal, they are proactively doing the best they know-how. 

I (Marc Ketchel) also stated in our conversation that Jeff Bezos was a “wisdom holder”. I meant that in the narrowest sense. Here again, I was simply acknowledging his achievement and perseverance spanning decades in becoming the wealthiest person in the world while completely disrupting the online retail space (for better or worse) and his commitment to continued innovation in multiple sectors. Again, this is in no way an endorsement of his personal lifestyle, business ethics, or any other aspect of his activities.

Second, a correction, I (Marc Ketchel) stated in the conversation that Regenerative Agriculture was number 5 in the list of one hundred ways we are addressing the existential threat of climate change. I misspoke and this is incorrect. In fact, Regenerative Agriculture is number 11 in the list of ways to constructively and sustainably address the biggest threat to our existence on the planet, climate change. However, number 3 is reducing our food waste, which is a huge problem and something each one of us can contribute to in some meaningful way. At the present time, it is estimated that between 40 – 50% of all food produced globally is wasted. This is an alarmingly large number by any standards. 

Number 4 on the list is, in fact, the adoption of a plant-based diet. I hope to address this subject and the larger climate change issue in future episodes.

Looking forward, I’m considering doing a book review on a regular basis in 2020. My interest in non-fiction, actionable literature, ie. yoga practice and philosophy, and the latest paradigm-shifting science is a life-long passion of mine. I try and read at least 50 -75 books a year and enjoy personal relationships with many thought-leading authors in the consciousness space. 

If you are interested in this project and you think you might find value in this sharing please go to my website and leave me a note with the words, Book Review, in the subject line. To be clear, I expect these reviews to be short 15-20-minute reviews that will be insightful and actionable.