Welcome to the CXO Circle, where we explore key leadership and career topics. In this episode, Josh Tan speaks with Nihal Ahmed about self-discovery, embracing our inner child, and building valuable currencies. Throughout the episode, Nihal shares personal stories and experiences as well as insights from their work in self-discovery and leadership development. They provide thought-provoking questions and practical tips for listeners to start their own self-discovery journey and find their purpose.

Timestamps:

01:45 Nihal on finding purpose: Exploring driving forces and passions from a young age
03:30 The power of surrender: Spirituality as a pathway to something greater
06:55 Mentorship and currencies: Building value through unique skills and access
10:10 Embracing the inner child: The power of vulnerability and emotional expression
16:05 Real relationships: Navigating authenticity and setting boundaries
20:25 Breaking societal rules: Unleashing creativity by exploring different aspects of personality
25:55 Embracing silence and solitude: The role of simple rituals in creativity and self-discovery
29:40 Vulnerability in relationships: Inviting our childlike self to play more often
33:05 The journey to self-discovery: Probing questions for better understanding oneself

Listeners can learn more about Nihal's work and the resources they mentioned on their website, https://nihalahmed.com/

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