In this episode of Finding Wisdom, I talk with Dr. David Dickman, a neuroscientist whose groundbreaking research helped uncover how animals use the Earth's magnetic field to navigate. After decades studying navigation in the natural world, David found himself asking a different question: How do we navigate our own lives?

Together, we explore the surprising connections between mindfulness, addiction recovery, Taoism, Buddhism, and life at sea.

David shares how recovery transformed his understanding of himself, why mindfulness became such an important part of his journey, and what living aboard a sailboat has taught him about presence, uncertainty, and trust.

If you're interested in mindfulness, psychology, personalgrowth, spirituality, neuroscience, or simply learning how to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity and purpose, I think you'll find a lot to reflect on in this conversation.

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