32: Barry Heermann: Cracking Open and The Larger Meaning of Life
April 27, 2015
In this episode, Barry Heerman discusses his life's work, Noble Purpose, the importance of "cracking open" in one's life and examining the deep inner life.
" The odds that we would come into the world are so statistically impossible to even imagine. Surrender to making the impermeable, permeable. Just breathe and.....
In this episode, Barry Heerman discusses his life’s work, Noble Purpose, the importance of “cracking open” in one’s life and examining the deep inner life.
” The odds that we would come into the world are so statistically impossible to even imagine. Surrender to making the impermeable, permeable. Just breathe and allow.” – Barry Heermann
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About Barry Heermann
Barry Heermann, Ph.D., is an educator, organizational consultant and an author. He has authored two major initiatives: Noble Purpose, Igniting Extraordinary Passion for Life and Work and the Team Spirit Team Development Program. Barry’s programs have been used in hundreds of organizations globally, including NCR, AT&T, General Motors, Volkswagen of America, Lexis/Nexis, the Red Cross and the United Way.
….In this show….
Barry Heermann’s Life Purpose
- Barry’s life purpose is to create and facilitate circles of intimate sharing where people can be vulnerable and open up to different senses in life. He is meant to be a portal to a larger meaning of life.
Life Purpose Ah-Ha Moments
- At the age of 6, Barry Heermann was blown away by the entirety of the cosmos as he was star-gazing in his backyard. This awe and wonder followed him throughout his entire life, which pushed him to learn more about the universe.
Major Life Events that Hinted at Your Life Purpose
- Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease led him to discover more about his history through his parents, along with alternative healing methods. This acquired knowledge allowed him more emotional and spiritual freedom.
- Both he and his beloved companion, his dog, Namaste, were diagnosed with neurological diseases at the same time. Unfortunately, Namaste passed away, but this grief generated a “cracking open” that granted him deeper understanding of himself and others.
Spiritual Belief
- As a child, he was Roman Catholic.
- In his 20’s, he saw flaws in the church which was brought to his attention by Martin Luther King.
- Now, he’s grounded in Buddism.
- He is always reading something spiritual with his wife, therefore is always spiritually growing.
Recommended Personal Growth Resource or Practice
- Practice positive thinking.
- Find your Noble Purpose.
Barry Heermann’s Wisdom on Igniting Life Purpose and Personal Growth
- “Trust the exquisite design of the whole experience [of life] without jumping too quickly that there’s a problem. We are responsible citizens responding to the world. The odds that we would come into the world are so statistically impossible to even imagine and we have this whole ride to do together. Surrender to making the impermeable, permeable. Just breathe and allow.”
Interview Links and Special Offers from this Episode
- Reach Barry Heermann by emailing him at Tspirit123@aol.com
- Barry Heermann’s Website
- Barry Heermann’s book, Noble Purpose
- Coming Soon: Counterpart book about making meaning matter
- Small group course meets every Friday with Barry Heermann in collaboration with Poet, David Whyte
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