In this episode of Natural Passages, host Herb Stevenson breaks down one of the biggest myths in modern life: work-life balance doesn’t exist. Herb explains why the real key is work-life quality—how you define your life, how you make choices, and how intentionally you show up for the people who matter most.Herb shares decades of insight from executive leadership coaching, exploring why so many people feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in achievement mode while losing sight of who they are. He discusses the power of self-leadership, conscious decision-making, investing in your inner life, managing your energy, and reconnecting with family through genuine presence. This episode invites you to rethink success, define what truly matters, and stop living on autopilot before time slips away.If you're ready to start living with clarity, purpose, and authenticity, this conversation will resonate deeply. For more transformational content subscribe here!#NaturalPassages #HerbStevenson #WorkLifeQuality #LeadershipDevelopment #Mindfulness #SelfLeadership #PersonalGrowth #LifeBalance #ExecutiveCoaching #PurposeDrivenLife #EmotionalIntelligence #ConsciousLiving #LifePurpose #Wellbeing #BVSFilmProductions

In this enlightening episode of Natural Passages, host Herb Stevenson guides listeners through the quiet corridors of the mind to explore the profound connection between silence, mindfulness, and true presence. Herb discusses why sitting in silence is one of the most powerful — yet most difficult — practices for self-awareness and emotional balance.

Discover the five stages of the mind, from the restless “monkey mind” to the calm clarity of mindfulness. Herb explains how our thoughts can become noise that clouds who we truly are, and how learning to sit quietly — even for five minutes a day — can help us reconnect with our authentic selves. Whether you’re an executive, coach, or simply searching for peace, this episode offers simple, practical tools to reclaim focus and presence in an overstimulated world.

💡 In This Episode:

• Why silence is essential to mindfulness and inner peace

• The five stages of the mind and how to navigate them

• How to quiet rumination and mental overactivity

• The link between presence, awareness, and emotional clarity

• How to apply mindfulness in leadership, relationships, and daily life

🎧 Listen, reflect, and rediscover your true self through silence.
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In this episode of the Natural Passages Podcast, host Herb Stevenson explores the countercultural practice of “not doing.”

We live in a world that glorifies busyness—always moving, always producing. But what happens when we pause? Herb shares how slowing down creates space for clarity, creativity, and authentic connection. Drawing from his consulting work, he offers stories of leaders and organizations that discovered innovation and resilience through reflection and presence.

You’ll hear about:

• Why “not doing” isn’t passivity, but a leadership practice

• How silence and reflection spark better decision-making

• Ways to prevent burnout by resisting false urgency

• Practical steps for shifting from busyness to presence

This conversation is about more than business—it’s about rethinking how we live, lead, and connect in today’s chaotic world.

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