Soul Gym 2025
Beyond Productivity:
Exploring the Philosophical Foundations
of a Flourishing Life

You’ve known me as a guide to joyful productivity and authentic business growth.
However, there's a deeper set of beliefs and values that inform everything I do.
The following new course – The Soul Gym – is an invitation to explore the foundational ideas that shape my worldview – one that, I believe, underpins sustainable joy and meaningful contribution.
This isn’t a course on how to be productive in your business (we have JoyPro Club for that!). Instead, it explores the why behind our actions, the meaning we find in our work, and the ethical framework that guides our lives – both personally and within the larger context of society.
You’ll also deepen your personal and professional growth by exploring timeless wisdom and modern insights that will enrich your coaching and mentoring.
The Soul Gym
Discover the Spiritual and Philosophical Roots of Joyful Productivity
We'll dive into a wide range of spiritual and philosophical traditions, from ancient wisdom to modern perspectives… a curated survey of some of humanity's efforts to answer the most profound questions.
We'll explore:
Ancient Wisdom: Immerse yourself in the profound teachings of Buddhism, Taoism, Hinduism, Christian Mysticism, Kabbalah, Sufism, Stoicism, and Platonism. These traditions offer rich insights into mindfulness, balance, spiritual connection, resilience, and the pursuit of truth. From meditation and surrender to virtue and contemplation, discover how these practices can deepen your personal journey and professional work.
Modern Perspectives & Practical Wisdom: Engage with Positive Psychology, Transpersonal Psychology, Parts Work, New Thought, Existentialism, and Humanism to harness the power of mindset, personal growth, and authentic connection. These approaches provide practical tools for fostering joy, meaning, and resilience—perfect for uplifting yourself and those you serve. We’ll also draw from Michael Singer (on surrender), David K. Reynolds (Constructive Living), Peace Pilgrim (on inner peace and simple living), and Tom Bilyeu (on cultivating a growth mindset) for actionable wisdom you can weave into daily life.
Unifying Frameworks: Explore Integral Theory, Spiral Dynamics, Systems Thinking, and Jungian Psychology, and see how these holistic frameworks unite diverse perspectives into a cohesive, fulfilling approach to life and business. Ideal for soulpreneurs who thrive on big-picture thinking, these tools help you guide others toward alignment, wholeness, and transformation.
The Big Questions: Ponder the nature of existence through the Simulation Hypothesis (e.g., Thomas Campbell’s My Big T.O.E.), Near-Death Experience literature, and metaphysical explorations rooted in Gnosticism and other esoteric traditions. These ideas spark curiosity and inspiration, inviting you to explore your place in the universe and enrich the spiritual depth of your work.
Practical Application: Embrace individual responsibility, the cultivation of virtue, and the Non-Aggression Principle as cornerstones of ethical living and personal growth. Blend these with the grounded insights of Pragmatism to create a purpose-driven approach that resonates with your commitment to integrity, compassion, and positive impact in your business and beyond.
Daily Practices: Cultivate mindfulness, acceptance, and altruism through the M.A.P. habits (Meditation & Media, Acceptance & Altruism, Prayer & Perceiving) and Deliberate Practice. These soul-nourishing rituals offer practical pathways to inner peace, purposeful action, and continuous growth—tools you can use and share with your clients to transform lives.
This is a journey of shared discovery.
I'll be sharing my own evolving understanding, while deeply respecting that each person has their own unique perspective and path.
You'll have ample opportunity to connect with others who share your spiritual/philosophical interests.
There’s an optional weekly Zoom for breakout groups based on interests, as well as a dedicated private forum (hosted on Simplero) where you can dive into the topics that most resonate with you.
This allows you to tailor the course to your own exploration and enjoyment!
You’ll consider practical ways to integrate spiritual and philosophical wisdom into your daily life and professional work, thereby creating a more holistic and authentic approach to your business as well.
Course Format
The format will be relaxed and conversational. I'll be sharing readings, resources, and my own reflections, but the real value will come from our shared discussions and explorations. The emphasis is on inquiry, critical thinking, and the development of your own informed perspective.
You’ll connect with a supportive community of fellow soulpreneurs who share your passion for personal growth and meaningful work. Engage in deep discussions and form lasting connections through our weekly Zoom calls and private forum.
Weekly Module: Covering key concepts and themes, and suggested reading.
Optional Weekly Zoom Call: For discussion, Q&A, and breakout groups focused on specific areas of interest. These calls will be held every Sunday at 10:00 AM Mexico City time (CST), which is currently 9:00 AM US Pacific (PDT), 12:00 PM US Eastern (EDT), and 5:00 PM London time (BST), starting April 20th and continuing throughout the year.
Private Forum (on Simplero): For ongoing discussion and sharing. We prioritize confidentiality, authenticity, and kindness.
While live attendance at the Zoom calls is encouraged, it's not required. All key content and presentations will be recorded for lifetime access. The breakout group discussions will not be recorded, to ensure a safe and confidential space for sharing. The private forum will be a vibrant hub for ongoing conversation and connection, regardless of your ability to attend live sessions.
How to Access?
This new Soul Gym course is offered as a bonus to members of the JoyPro Club, which is a community dedicated to joyful productivity – helping you achieve your professional goals with greater ease, focus, and fulfillment.
If you're seeking not just how to be more productive, but also why – and if you're drawn to exploring the deeper questions of life and meaning – then I invite you to join us in JoyPro and get access to Soul Gym as well.
Learn more: www.georgekao.com/joypro
I look forward to embarking on this journey of discovery with you!
-George Kao