Getting Still During Turbulent Times

Experience designer Anthony Rocco and I sit down to record on the summer solstice and engage in a unique episode for Coherence Podcast -- one that doesn’t dip back into the past to connect dots but explores this present moment.

Anthony describes this summer as "weird" and "challenging"—his inner world feels calm while the outside world grows increasingly turbulent. In this reflective conversation, we explore what it means to choose stillness over reactive action when everything around us feels chaotic. 

He shares his journey from peak experience seeking and American "go and get it" culture to prioritizing ancient wisdom traditions, daily spiritual practice, and humble living. From swimming in San Francisco Bay as moving meditation to singing Marvin Gaye in the kitchen for nervous system regulation, Anthony offers practical tools for staying grounded when everything feels unmoored.

He even guides us through a micro-meditation practice using the five senses and issues a challenging homework assignment that we can practice right after listening.

 You can find Anthony at: 

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/arocco/

• https://architectingcuriosity.org/