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The Game of Zen

The Game of Zen

著者： Scott Berman and Paul Agostinelli
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The Game of Zen explores the often-overlooked ways in which professional, personal and spiritual growth are interrelated. We dive deep into the life teachings of the Buddha and the mindfulness practices of Zen, revealing how they can help us dramatically expand our possibilities for whole-hearted work, life and play. Play the game of life with wisdom, humor and skill for better businesses and happier lives.Copyright 2026 Scott Berman and Paul Agostinelli スピリチュアリティ マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 個人的成功 経済学 自己啓発
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  • E40 -The Game of Free Will: Merging Behavior Science and Zen with Eric Zimmer

    E40 -The Game of Free Will: Merging Behavior Science and Zen with Eric Zimmer
    2026/06/05
    In this special episode of The Game of Zen, Host Paul Gyodo Agostinelli takes a deep dive into the intersection of modern behavior science and spiritual transformation with author, behavioral coach, and podcast host Eric Zimmer. Drawing from his personal journey overcoming severe addiction, Eric shares the foundational philosophy behind his award-winning, 50-million-download podcast, The One You Feed, which explores how we can intentionally feed our "good wolf" to cultivate mindfulness and resilience. The heart of the episode features a recording from a live event at the Shambala Center in Boulder, Colorado, celebrating the release of Eric’s book, How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life. Together, Paul and Eric unpack how micro-habits, internal value conflicts, and intentional "still points" can slowly rebuild self-trust and naturally align our daily actions with the person we truly want to become.00:00 – Podcast Intro & Studio Discussion00:00 – 02:15 | Show Concept & Weekly Check-in: Host Scott Berman welcomes listeners to The Game of Zen from Philadelphia and syncs with Paul Yodo Gaselli Sensei in Boulder, Colorado. They discuss the post-Memorial Day transition into summer and frame the theme of the episode: connecting real-world habit changes with deep spiritual work.02:15 – 05:30 | Guest Introduction & Context: Paul introduces his close friend and former Zen student, Eric Zimmer (host of The One You Feed). He sets up Eric’s background, his book How a Little Becomes a Lot, and details the live book-signing event they held for about 50 people at the Shambala Center in downtown Boulder a month and a half prior.05:30 – Live Event Begins: Meet Eric Zimmer05:30 – 09:45 | Opening Remarks & History: The live audio cuts in. Paul introduces himself as a Zen teacher and leader of the Eon Zen Center. He details his 7-to-8-year relationship with Eric, charting Eric's trajectory from a long-distance student in Columbus, Ohio, to a prominent voice in behavioral and spiritual health. Paul maps out the format: a 35–40 minute deep-dive dialogue followed by an open audience Q&A.09:45 – The Core of Change & The Crisis of Meaning09:45 – 15:20 | Personal Survival as Inspiration: Paul asks Eric what drove him to transition his years of audio interviews into a structured narrative book. Eric traces his deep curiosity about behavior back to his own survival cliff—recounting his historical battle with life-threatening drug addiction and observing why some peers got clean while others died. He reflects on his 12 years of podcasting and coaching hundreds of people, noting that while human transformation retains an element of core mystery, the actionable science of change is highly repeatable.15:20 – 21:10 | The Modern Crisis of Meaning: Paul asks about the cultural timing of the book. Eric diagnoses a widespread cultural "crisis of meaning." He highlights that while popular secular habit books (like Atomic Habits) are massive successes because they help people maximize daily productivity, fitness, or diet, his book is an intentional effort to hijack those exact behavioral frameworks to make people wiser, happier, and more spiritually fulfilled.21:10 – Identity, Action, and Small Stakes21:10 – 26:45 | Behavior Drives Identity (and Vice Versa): Paul digs into a quote from the book focusing on two vital questions: "What do I want to do?" and "Who do I want to be?" Eric defines these as two parallel lanes on a single road. He argues that positive thinking or isolated meditation falls short if your actual conduct causes inner friction. He shares how his early recovery required strict behavior containment to allow his internal alignment and identity to heal.26:45 – 32:30 | Rebuilding Faith Through Micro-Actions: Paul notes that standard habit guides give great advice on identifying as a "non-smoker" but offer no spiritual roadmap to achieve it. Eric explains his "little by little" philosophy: when people repeatedly break promises to themselves, it destroys their internal sense of agency. By scaling actions down to tiny, un-fail-able milestones, you slowly repair that self-trust and change your identity organically.32:30 – Motivational Complexity & Values in Conflict32:30 – 38:15 | Values vs. Desires: Paul highlights Eric's breakdown of internal motivations, moving completely away from Maslow’s traditional hierarchy of needs. He quotes Eric: "Values are what we want most; desires are what we want now." Eric explains that while value-vs-desire struggles are easy to spot (choosing a healthy meal over chocolate cake), the true silent killer of personal growth is value-vs-value competition.38:15 – 43:50 | Navigating Competing Core Values: Eric asserts that value-to-value conflicts are a permanent fixture of a rich life. He references his own internal friction between his craving for adventure and his Zen training in contentment. He maps this to the classic, ...
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    59 分
  • E39 - The Hustle Game - Slaying the Dragon with Aaron Hendon, the Mindful CEO

    E39 - The Hustle Game - Slaying the Dragon with Aaron Hendon, the Mindful CEO
    2026/05/15
    In this episode, we dive deep into the "distinct competitive performance advantage of slowing down" with Aaron Hendon, a best-selling author, leadership trainer, and the Chief of the Mindful CEO. With over 30 years of experience in ontological leadership and a successful career in real estate, Aaron joins us to deconstruct the "hustle culture" trap that keeps many high-performing leaders in a constant state of reactive "temporary insanity."We explore the neurological benefits of mindfulness, the critical importance of recovery in professional performance, and how training the brain—much like training a puppy—allows leaders to circumvent cognitive biases and access a "beginner's mind." Aaron also shares the impressive data from his nine-week training program, demonstrating how presence directly correlates to massive increases in sales and organizational retention.To learn more about Aaron’s work and his upcoming book, visit his website and explore his nine-week practice for clarity and peace:Official Website: https://www.aaronhendon.com/The Grateful Life Practice: https://www.thegratefulbreath.com/00:00IntroductionScott and Paul welcome Aaron Hendon to the show. They set the stage for a deep dive into how mindfulness practices can be integrated into high-stakes professional environments.03:45The "Hustle Culture" TrapAaron explains why the "grind" is often a distraction from true performance. He addresses the common fear that finding satisfaction in the present moment will destroy a leader's drive to succeed.07:20Mindfulness Data & ResultsDiscussion on why 80% of top performers utilize meditation to maintain their edge. Aaron shares a case study of a real estate team that saw a 160% sales increase simply by prioritizing mental clarity over new sales scripts.12:10The Business Logic of PresenceThe core principle that action produces results, but you can only act on what you are aware of. By "seeing things newly," leaders can identify opportunities that were previously hidden by mental shortcuts.16:30Mindful Culture & LeadershipExploring how a CEO’s personal presence dictates the entire organization's health. Using legendary coaches like Phil Jackson as models, Aaron shows how mindfulness uncovers the inherent brilliance of a team.20:50Centeredness vs. CalmnessClarifying that meditation isn't about "emptying the mind," but about becoming an observer of thoughts. This practice neurologically strengthens the prefrontal cortex while shrinking the brain's stress center.25:15Navigating the "Dip"Why most people quit meditation right when it starts to work. Aaron highlights the "valley of despair" and emphasizes why having a teacher is crucial for navigating the ego’s judgment of progress.29:40Recovery as a Competitive EdgeA reminder that the brain is a muscle that grows during rest, not during the workout. Aaron contrasts the unsustainable "18-hour workday" badge of honor with the recovery-focused training of elite athletes like Tom Brady.34:10Cognitive Biases & System 2Moving away from "reptilian" System 1 impulses—like risk aversion and confirmation bias—through intentional slowing down. This shift allows for more analytical and less reactive decision-making.39:00The "Puppy" MetaphorA practical guide to developing "agency of attention." Aaron likens the mind to a puppy that naturally wanders; the goal is to gently return it to the breath without frustration or self-criticism.43:45Grateful Life & ClosingA look at the framework of Aaron’s upcoming book, which moves from awareness and acceptance to natural gratitude. The episode ends with a final reminder to align attention, intention, and action.Aaron Hendon Links:https://www.aaronhendon.com/https://www.thegratefulbreath.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronhendonApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-game-of-zen/id1700988890Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bjnPE66RC1bCL6h7i68jt?si=184f256fd76342e3&nd=1Podcast Landing Page: https://game-of-zen.captivate.fm/You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMJ2A-vZkd5ba7bW_8KNFgdkXiSfQh_xvPaul AgostinelliOne Body Sangha -- https://www.onebodysangha.org/The Zen Shift Newsletter - https://thezenshift.substack.com/Email: GameofZenpodcast@gmail.com#GameOfZen #NobleTruths #entrepreneurship#Buddhism #Mindfulness #Zen #Concentration #Buddha #Attachment #Impermenance
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    48 分
  • E38 - Zen, Identity & The Game of Childhood

    E38 - Zen, Identity & The Game of Childhood
    2026/04/03
    In this episode, Scott and Paul pivot to a new series: The Games of Life. They explore why Zen is the 'Master Game' that prevents us from taking social rules too seriously. By deconstructing the Game of Childhood and the Game of Education, they reveal how our earliest 'characters' are built and how Zen practice helps us question the identities we've carried since the playground."Detailed Episode Timestamps00:00 – Introduction & The Philly-Boulder ConnectionScott and Paul check in from their respective coasts, discussing the seasonal shift as Paul prepares for the Spring Equinox retreat in Boulder’s uncharacteristically warm 80-degree weather.01:15 – March Madness & Rooting InterestsA brief detour into college hoops where Paul puts his money on Rick Pitino and St. John’s, while Scott sticks to his roots with the UConn men’s and women’s powerhouse programs.02:10 – Defining the "Master Game" of ZenThe hosts introduce a new series structure: viewing life as a collection of "games" (business, success, romance) and using Zen as the Master Game that makes all other social games more fluid and less "brutal."03:45 – The Game of Childhood: Initial Rule SetsThe conversation begins at birth, exploring how we don't choose our "starting map." They discuss how parents and environments dictate our early rules—like learning to eat, walk, and seek approval.06:20 – Choosing Your "Game Piece" (Identity)Using a Dungeons & Dragons metaphor, Paul explains how childhood is the first step in creating our "character" or avatar based on the messages we receive from family and society.07:40 – Belongingness & Tribal AffiliationScott reflects on his own childhood friend groups and the "game of peerhood," while Paul highlights the deep relational dynamics of negotiating who "our people" are and how we handle being "kicked out" of a group.10:15 – From Insecurity to AwarenessScott shares his personal journey from being a shy, "average" student to finding confidence later in life, illustrating how a good player of the game learns to grow and change their internal narrative.11:55 – Why Mindfulness is Hard for KidsPaul explains why he rarely teaches formal Zen to pre-teens, noting that their developmental stage makes it difficult to "quiet down," and that a "little taste" of mindfulness is usually more effective than a full practice.13:30 – The Three Components of Sincere PracticePaul outlines the "perfect storm" that leads to a spiritual path: experiencing the distress of an overactive mind, a glimpse that you are causing your own problems, and exposure to a practice that offers a solution.15:10 – The Game of Education & The "Book of Knowledge"A deep dive into how school feeds our ego. Zen challenges the "expert identity" by encouraging us to question everything we’ve learned—including scientific truths—and to detach our self-worth from test scores or credentials.18:50 – Sangha: Intentional BelongingThe hosts contrast "going along to get along" with the Zen concept of Sangha—a community built on shared values, vows, and conscious intention rather than just social convenience.20:15 – Family Karma & Conditioned IdentityA look at how siblings can have wildly different "games" based on where their parents were in life at the time, reinforcing the idea that our childhood identities are conditioned qualities rather than our true nature.23:20 – The Toddler Analogy: Learning to WalkPaul shares a powerful teaching from his master: spiritual practice is like a toddler learning to walk. They fall "over and over and over," but they never decide to give up—they just keep getting back up.25:00 – Closing: Transitioning to the Game of ParentingScott wraps up the session with a teaser for the next episode, where they will shift from being the "child player" to the "parent coach," exploring how our own upbringings influence how we raise the next generation.Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-game-of-zen/id1700988890Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2bjnPE66RC1bCL6h7i68jt?si=184f256fd76342e3&nd=1Podcast Landing Page: https://game-of-zen.captivate.fm/You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMJ2A-vZkd5ba7bW_8KNFgdkXiSfQh_xvPaul AgostinelliOne Body Sangha -- https://www.onebodysangha.org/The Zen Shift Newsletter - https://thezenshift.substack.com/Email: GameofZenpodcast@gmail.com#GameOfZen #NobleTruths #entrepreneurship#Buddhism #Mindfulness #Zen #Concentration #Buddha #Attachment #Impermenance
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    37 分
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