Discovering Natural Success
Discovering Success: An Interview with Liam Naden on Embracing Nature and the Power of the Brain
Welcome to this insightful interview with Liam Naden on the EZ Conversations podcast. In this episode, Liam delves into his personal journey. He shares profound wisdom on success, the pitfalls of rigid goal-setting, and how to harness the natural power of our brains to achieve true fulfillment.
Introduction
Liam, welcome to the EZ Conversations podcast. Thank you for joining us today. I'm looking forward to hearing about your story. There's quite a bit of intrigue regarding what you've gone through and how you landed in certain situations and clawed your way back out. Before diving deeper, could you share a bit about yourself and what has brought you here?
The Success Seeker's Journey
Liam Naden: Like many people, I was a success seeker. I wanted to make the most of life, avoid problems, and figure out how to lead an exciting rather than an average one. My driving force for much of my life was to be rich, successful, and happy, and I was fortunate to experience a watershed moment that shifted my path completely.
Redefining Success
Talking about success, it's subjective and often fleeting. How do you now define success, given your transformative journey?
Liam Naden: Initially, I thought everyone had their definition of success. However, I realized that there's a scientific definition of success taught by science, spirituality, and religion alike. That definition is being in the present moment and finding happiness and fulfillment therein.
The Turning Point
You once reached a significant milestone, becoming a multimillionaire. Yet, you didn't feel the fulfillment you expected. Can you tell us about that turning point?
Liam Naden: I remember sitting in my almost-finished dream home, looking out at the beautiful scenery, and feeling utterly terrible. Despite achieving everything I dreamed of, I felt stressed and unhappy. I asked myself why I felt this way and realized I would give it all up to find true happiness and peace, which I later achieved not by striving but by letting go.
Surrendering and Acceptance
When you lost everything, did it feel like a significant test of your previous willingness to give it up for the sake of your soul?
Liam Naden: It was a shock when everything collapsed. But hitting rock bottom forced me to surrender completely, the turning point in my life where I stopped trying to control everything. From there, things began to align effortlessly, leading me to a life of true fulfillment.
Biological Efficiency and Natural Flow
You speak a lot about nature and how biological efficiency affects our lives. Can you elaborate on this?
Liam Naden: Nature operates on the law of maximum efficiency, aiming for the maximum result with the least energy. When it comes to human life, our brains guide us toward this state of homeostasis or optimal functioning. Rather than adhering to rigid goals, we should follow our brain's natural guidance, which often means taking the next obvious step without overthinking or striving excessively.
The Role of Spirituality
How does spirituality integrate into your framework of success and natural living?
Liam Naden: While spirituality is significant, we often overthink and complicate it. The key is recognizing and eliminating triggers that activate the wrong part of our brain, thus obstructing our natural flow. By understanding how our brain works and aligning with nature, we can naturally achieve our best state of being.
Comparison and Modern Society
In today's digital age, comparison is rampant, especially via social media. How can individuals shift away from comparison and towards their unique path?
**Liam Naden:** Social media itself isn't the problem; it's how we use it. We need to identify triggers that make us feel fear, anxiety, or stress, as they activate the wrong part of our brain. By becoming aware of these triggers and systematically eliminating them, we can start living naturally and stop comparing ourselves to others.
Final Thoughts
Liam’s journey from stress and striving to natural success offers profound insights into how we can live more fulfilling lives. We can find true happiness and fulfillment by understanding and aligning with our biological design, embracing the present moment, and letting go of rigid goals.
Find more about Liam Naden's work on his website [liamnaden.com](http://liamnaden.com), where you can access his podcast, webinars, and courses on unlocking your success brain.**
Conclusion
Thank you to Liam Naden for sharing his extraordinary journey and invaluable wisdom with us today. This conversation indeed redefines how we perceive success, urging us to trust nature and our intrinsic capabilities to lead us to our most fulfilling lives.
