Skillist Podcast EP 21 Awareness (Situational & Sensory Awareness for Wilderness Survival and Life)

Ep 21 is all about Awareness! In this conversation, the hosts explore the concept of awareness, discussing its importance in daily life and the challenges posed by modern distractions. They delve into how cultural influences and technology shape our perception and attention, emphasizing the power of choice in enhancing awareness. The discussion includes techniques for training awareness, the impact of movement, and the distinction between mindfulness and mindlessness. The conversation concludes with creative strategies for improving awareness and the significance of engaging the senses. This conversation delves into the multifaceted nature of awareness, particularly in the context of nature and survival. The speakers explore how awareness is influenced by environment, fear, and emotional states, emphasizing the importance of intuition and the relationships we have with our surroundings. They discuss the role of questions in enhancing awareness and the necessity of detaching from preconceived narratives to fully engage with the present moment.00:00Introduction to Awareness02:48The Challenge of Modern Distractions05:49Cultural Influences on Awareness08:55The Impact of Technology on Attention11:45The Power of Choice in Awareness15:08Perceptual Spackling and Brain Patterns17:55Ruts in Awareness and Movement21:07Training Awareness Through Scanning23:55Mindfulness vs. Mindlessness27:09Engaging the Senses for Awareness30:01Creative Techniques for Enhancing Awareness32:49The Role of Movement in Awareness35:58Flow State and Awareness38:53Conclusion and Final Thoughts47:58Understanding Awareness in Nature52:31The Impact of Environment on Awareness56:29The Role of Fear and Threat in Awareness01:01:01Sensing Presence and Intuition01:09:15The Relationship Between Awareness and Emotion01:15:01Detachment and Attachment in Awareness01:20:01The Importance of Questions in Awareness