#163 Being confidently lost and finding joy in the chaos with Gavin Oattes
#163 Being confidently lost and finding joy in the chaos with Gavin Oattes
“If you look for them, glimmers, these little micro moments of joy, are everywhere.”
What if being lost isn’t a problem to fix, but a path to joy and self-discovery? In this episode, I speak with Gavin Oattes author, speaker, creativity advocate, and former stand-up comedian for a conversation about closing doors, moving forward, and how letting go can be the bravest thing you do.
Gavin shares his journey from a whirlwind comedy career (with stories of sold-out shows, almost-making-it, and friendship tensions) to running a business, writing uplifting books, and learning how to navigate seismic life changes.
If you’ve ever faced a breakup (romantic, platonic, or creative), wondered what glimmers of joy might be hiding in the chaos, or just need reassurance that being “confidently lost” is a great place to start, this episode is essential listening.
What helped Gavin navigate change:
Soundtrack:
Dookie by Green Day
Book:
Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
“You are not everyone else. We’re each an experiment of one, and accepting that is truly door-opening.” Gavin Oattes
About Gavin
Gavin Oattes owns Tree of Knowledge, one of the UK’s most exciting people development organisations. Working with some of the largest organisations in the world, Gavin is now regarded as one the most talented and sought after speakers, regularly delivering keynote speeches at conferences and exhibitions around the world. An award winning comedian and best-selling author, his inspiration all comes from where he began his career….Primary School Teaching.
Gavin’s book > https://amzn.eu/d/0ZI8490
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