http://idealistcoach.com/ic1 Life, career, transition & wellness coaching for intelligent misfits, overachievers & socially conscious people Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:44:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/27/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-7-fantasy-girl-giveaway-competition/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/27/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-7-fantasy-girl-giveaway-competition/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:15:32 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=980 This week I’m adding a fun change in pace to the discussion of heavy topics, and inviting your participation. I’d like you to help me celebrate the completion of two works that help to promote a more sex-positive culture: the dance single “Fantasy Girl” (your feedback welcome!) and the cookbook Vegan Chocolate Seduction: 23 Oralgasmic Recipes. [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/27/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-7-fantasy-girl-giveaway-competition/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/21/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-6-sex-ethical-stereotyping-and-leadership-control/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/21/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-6-sex-ethical-stereotyping-and-leadership-control/#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:54:29 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=837 I had originally planned this post for a few weeks later in the series. Given recent media accusations that presidential candidate Newt Gingrich requested an open marriage, alongside his angry response to them, I decided this topic was particularly timely. Even when I disagree with a candidate on certain issues, I feel sad for them [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/21/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-6-sex-ethical-stereotyping-and-leadership-control/feed/ 5 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/06/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-4-sex-related-competition-polyamory-and-our-environment/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/06/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-4-sex-related-competition-polyamory-and-our-environment/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:55:53 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=830 Does Skewed Sexual Energy Contribute to Environmental Destruction? Some individuals have examined how environmental issues impact sexual well-being, e.g., how pharmaceuticals and personal care products that find their way into water systems impact our sexual functioning. For example, why are more gender-ambiguous fish turning up in some rivers and streams? These are important questions. It’s [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2012/01/06/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-4-sex-related-competition-polyamory-and-our-environment/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-5-non-traditional-relationships-and-preserving-the-family/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-5-non-traditional-relationships-and-preserving-the-family/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 22:46:35 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=843 Many argue that “alternative lifestyles,” a term often used to refer to anyone not fitting into the heterosexual monogamous box, are a threat to the family structure, and thus a threat to the very fabric of our society. For example: “If our little Timmy sees our male neighbor kissing his male partner, he may also [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-5-non-traditional-relationships-and-preserving-the-family/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-8-localization-sex-and-community-interdependence/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-8-localization-sex-and-community-interdependence/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 22:24:57 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=833 The Argument for Localized Economies Our modern globalized system has many benefits, including availability of a wonderful array of household products and food choices, along with the cost and quality advantages that often (but not always) come with centralized production. A major issue is that the pendulum has swung too far in the direction of [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-8-localization-sex-and-community-interdependence/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-3-ecological-psychological-considerations-of-the-all-in-one-mate-expectation/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-3-ecological-psychological-considerations-of-the-all-in-one-mate-expectation/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:50:33 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=828 Throughout our upbringings and well into adulthood, we’re taught the same fairy tale plotline that’s reinforced by various movies, TV shows, books, family, friends, religious institutions, tax codes, and laws: We find a lifelong partner, soul mate, and ideal lover all wrapped up in one person. We have an amazing amount in common with them, [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-3-ecological-psychological-considerations-of-the-all-in-one-mate-expectation/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-2-food-sex-and-ownership/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-2-food-sex-and-ownership/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:52:21 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=826 Countless people around the globe have been protesting the financial system, blaming it for large disparities in economic wealth, and thus their unhappiness. A small percentage of individuals are living extremely fabulous lifestyles, while hundreds of thousands of people are at consistent risk of starving. Sure, there’s certainly a share of people with great financial [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-2-food-sex-and-ownership/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-1-introduction/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-1-introduction/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:00:29 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=806 On a blog devoted to coaching intelligent, socially conscious, creative, and outside-the-box people, why did I suddenly decide to talk about sex? Why did I reference some controversial topics like open marriage and polyamory? Recent worldwide protests have highlighted the ways in which our current system can inadvertently squelch the human spirit. Frustrated citizens have [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2011/12/09/sex-in-a-sustainable-world-part-1-introduction/feed/ 2 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2010/04/22/earth-day-kaizen-and-incremental-change-in-daily-life/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2010/04/22/earth-day-kaizen-and-incremental-change-in-daily-life/#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:52:21 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=517 As part of a wellness coaching program, I recently had the opportunity to learn more about Kaizen, which is Japanese for “improvement” or “change for the better.” Often utilized in business leadership and manufacturing, the Kaizen philosophy involves applying small but continuous changes to various processes. A main idea is that rather than trying to [...]

]]> http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2010/04/22/earth-day-kaizen-and-incremental-change-in-daily-life/feed/ 0 http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2009/06/08/dave-stars-in-a-new-abc-sitcom-will-you-be-on-tv-too/ http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/2009/06/08/dave-stars-in-a-new-abc-sitcom-will-you-be-on-tv-too/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:59:19 +0000 Dave W. http://idealistcoach.com/ic1/?p=404 Although I don’t watch a great deal of television, I viewed the first few episodes of ABC’s new animated sitcom The Goode Family with great anticipation. This highly socially and environmentally conscious family exaggerates characteristics of people I’ve served through my life coaching, workshops, and writing. They also remind me of myself. How would Mike [...]

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