Architecting Through Life
By Simon Ngubeni
Architecting Through Life is a podcast digging into practical principles for building ourselves up as individuals, while navigating through life.
In each episode, architect and author Simon Ngubeni shares thoughtful insights drawn from life, unique experiences, the Bible, as well as other great minds and mentors. These cover diverse topics ranging from faith, beliefs, purpose and personal growth, to work, productivity, and navigating the everyday experiences of being a young adult.
Listen, join and share the journey of Architecting Through Life.
In each episode, architect and author Simon Ngubeni shares thoughtful insights drawn from life, unique experiences, the Bible, as well as other great minds and mentors. These cover diverse topics ranging from faith, beliefs, purpose and personal growth, to work, productivity, and navigating the everyday experiences of being a young adult.
Listen, join and share the journey of Architecting Through Life.
Architecting Through LifeAug 19, 2021
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Ep-023. Dealing with Guilt
A reflection on the experience of guilt, this episode considers a way to see some forms of guilt from a different perspective, as well as considering some steps to take when guilt is your lot.
Aug 19, 202126:08
Ep-022. Living in view of mortality
One of the hardest things to come to terms with is the fact that one day the life we're living is going to end. This episode is a reflection on making the most of life in view of the fact that it eventually ends.
Jun 19, 202130:05
Ep-021: Why don't you just keep it going?
Redeeming the time: Sometimes when we start something good, we may slack, or get distracted along the way. In these times, it's easy to be tempted to give up entirely. This episode proposes an alternative.
Mar 21, 202116:05
Ep-020. Seven Things A Young Man Needs
Life is a journey of constant growth and learning. This episode reflects on seven things that every young man needs in their journey of Architecting Through Life.
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Nov 07, 202028:14
Ep-019. Imposter Syndrome
Sometimes high achievers and well accomplished individuals can doubt their accomplishments and abilities. This episode reflects on how we can deal with thoughts of imposter syndrome when experiencing them.
Oct 24, 202022:53
Ep-018. Judging others, judging yourself.
This episode looks at an underlying idea behind the words: “Do not judge others, and you will not be judged...." Here we take a look into an uncommon perspective to the idea of judging others vs. judging ourselves.
Oct 10, 202021:43
Ep-016. Being good vs. Being good.
What do we mean when we refer to someone as "good"? This episode considers two essential elements that come with being good, in order to cultivate these to the best of our abilities.
Sep 01, 202015:42
Ep-015. From Boys to Men - Thoughts on Manhood (Pt. 4)
"Thoughts on Manhood" is a series of thoughts and reflections on the topic of being the best man one can be. This episode offers an encouragement in taking up the role of being a man.
Aug 08, 202029:39
Ep-014. "Childish Things" - Thoughts on Manhood (Pt. 3)
"Thoughts on Manhood" is a series of thoughts and reflections on the topic of being the best man one can be. This episode takes a look at a the underlying principle behind what could be called "childish things."
Aug 08, 202019:47
Ep-013. The Essence of Manhood - Thoughts on Manhood (Pt. 2)
"Thoughts on Manhood" is a series of thoughts and reflections on the topic of being the best man one can be. This episode takes a look at unpacking the essence and heart of true manhood.
Jul 05, 202031:39
Ep-012. The meaning of "Man" - Thoughts on Manhood (Pt. 1)
"Thoughts on Manhood" is a series of thoughts and reflections on the topic of being a man and, beyond that, being the best man one can be. This episode lays the foundation by considering a possible answer to the questing "what is a man?"
Jun 21, 202017:44
EP-011. Story: From Disappointment to Graduation
Sometimes the things we set out to do don't always go as planned, and we may face disappointment. This episode shares a story of such a disappointment, and how it eventually turned out.
Jun 12, 202016:44
Ep-010. Let's Talk About Culture
What do we mean when we refer to culture? Why does that matter? This episode unpacks a definition of culture that considers four points that define each culture/cultural group.
May 29, 202020:31
Ep-009. Fighting Temptations
Temptation is an experience that every individual faces. This episode takes a look at what temptation is, why we are so tempted, and what could be an approach towards looking at individual temptations.
May 22, 202027:27
Ep-008. Navigating Through Failure
Failure is an experience that many are familiar with. In this episode, we consider how failure happens, and how we may deal with the reality of failure when it comes.
May 15, 202023:36
Ep-007. Let's Talk About Being Relevant
What does it mean to be relevant? And what is it about individuals or group that makes them relevant to a situation? And why does that matter? This episode looks at the elements that make one relevant and, thus, valuable to the various situations which we find ourselves in.
May 07, 202021:35
Ep-006. Case Studies on Faith (Part 3.) - A Reason to Believe
This episode looks at looks at a case study of faith that unpacks "faith" as something that can be based on reason and evidence. "Case Studies on Faith" is a short series that takes a look into the Bible to explore a few examples and experiences of faith. These examples offer special lessons which can be applied in everyday life.
Apr 30, 202030:53
Ep-005. Case Studies on Faith (Part 2.) - Faith vs. Feelings and Circumstances
In this episode, we take a look at two cases of faith in the face of negative feelings and adverse circumstances. "Case Studies on Faith" is a short series that takes a look into the Bible to explore a few examples and experiences of faith. These examples offer special lessons which can be applied in everyday life.
Apr 22, 202023:18
Ep-004. Case Studies on Faith (Part 1.) - Faith in Dark Times
"Case Studies on Faith" is a short series that takes a look into the Bible to explore a few examples and experiences of faith. These examples offer special lessons which can be applied in everyday life. In this episode, we take a look at how difficult circumstances and dark times can affect one's experience of faith.
Apr 14, 202028:53
Ep-000. [Unpublished Episode] A look at Worldviews | Introduction
Before launching the Architecting Through Life podcast, there were a few first attempts at getting the podcast going. This episode is a recording of what was meant to be the 1st published Episode of The Architecting life podcast. In this podcast, we discuss a bit about worldviews, as well as get a small introduction to the host and the show.
Apr 07, 202011:39
Ep-003. Man's Search for Going Viral - Thought on Social Media
Man's Search for Virality/Going Viral, refers to how growing up as digital natives encourages us to value things by how much engagement they get on Social Media. This episode reflects on why that may be the case, and what lesson we can draw from social media to give the best value in every other area of our lives - work, service and relationships.
Apr 07, 202015:15
Ep-002. Let's Talk About Purpose - Simon Ngubeni
Every now and then, we can find ourselves asking "do I have a purpose?" and if so, "how can I know what it is?". In this episode, we discuss 5 key points about the idea of "Purpose", and draw some lessons from the Creation narrative.
Apr 03, 202023:01
Ep-001. Welcome to the Architecting Through Life Podcast - Simon Ngubeni
Welcome to the Architecting Through Life podcast! This episode is an introduction to the podcast, as well as a little bit about Simon Ngubeni, architect, author and, now, host of the Architecting Through Life podcast. Join in the journey of learning, growth, self improvement in navigating the realities of this thing called life.
Apr 02, 202001:25