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Disowning Success: Presence, Creativity and The Self with Callum Mintzis
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- The Owners Outlook Podcast
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- Feb 10, 2026
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- 3074
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Summary
In this reflective episode of Owners Outlook, host Shaun Lord sits down with composer, musician, and psychotherapist-in-training Callum Mintzis for a deeply thoughtful conversation on awareness, creativity, and what it really means to own — and sometimes disown — your success. From jazz trombone and composition to meditation retreats in the Himalayas and a career pivot into psychotherapy, Callum shares how seemingly different paths can be connected by a single thread: presence, listening, and curiosity about the self. This episode explores how slowing down, paying attention, and questioning our assumptions can transform the way we live, create, and lead. In this episode, we explore: Perspective & Inner Work How meditation and mindfulness shaped Callum’s worldview from a young age What living in the Himalayas taught him about wellbeing and Western culture Why presence is a skill — not a personality trait Creativity & Meaningful Work The link between creativity, self-awareness, and clarity How artists, leaders, and founders access the “creative zone” Why creation often starts with uncertainty, not confidence Identity, Self-Doubt & Growth Rethinking self-doubt as information rather than weakness The difference between questioning your actions vs questioning your worth How compassion plays a role in long-term resilience Ownership, Success & Gratitude Callum’s reframing of success — and why “disowning” it matters Seeing success as a collective outcome, not a solo achievement What it means to live with gratitude for the people, places, and experiences that shape us This episode is a gentle invitation to slow down, listen more deeply, and reflect on how awareness influences the way we lead our lives. 🎯 Aim for Aid: This episode supports Farmers for Climate Act…