Welcome traveller, to my worlds.

 

My goal in life is simple, it has always been to help make the world a better place. I used to think that meant building an army and leading a grand revolution into the new world. However, being an extreme introvert, that was clearly never going to happen. So instead, I decided to make movies. The hope was I'd eventually build a career where I could make movies that would make people think, push their boundaries and inspire the right extrovert to lead the revolution of my design.

Somewhere along the line, I found myself making other peoples movies, as an editor and visual effects artist, rather than making my own. Again I'm thinking it may have had something to do with that pesky introvertedness. Afterall, editing requires sitting in a dark room with no other people around for months on end, just observing and being the puppet master of the story unfolding. It was kind of the perfect job until the producers would want to come in and push their irritating extrovertedness upon me.

In a moment of blinding visionary purpose, I entertained the idea of going into politics, where I could really change the world. Not entirely sure what I was thinking at that particular time in my life but I fondly look back on it as a moment of deranged darkness. Thankfully I came to my senses and cast of the silly notion that politicians actually make a difference. Not to mention if I was in the public eye in that manner, where would I hide?

As the clock turned, I spent much time journeying through deep inner reflection and realised that it could be so much more effective to help one person at a time to make the changes they want within themselves. So I returned to college and gained a degree in life coaching, neuro-linguistic programming, matrix therapies and what would become my new favourite thing, hypnosis. It was my hope that I would be able to find and coach the right person to overcome their emotional setbacks and guide them to leading my revolution.

After several years of trial and error; building a business, failing a business, learning from all the things I did right and all the things I did wrong, resetting and starting again, I finally created a business that I truly love, and is successful. Using elements from all the skills I have learned throughout my life, I educate people in meditation and create online meditations and hypnotherapy sessions that really help people.

Throughout all of this has been one constant. My love for creating stuff. Writing stories, telling stories, creating artwork, photography and for a short time, I even had a short-lived obsession with building world landmarks out of toilet rolls in my bathroom (such as the 'leaning tower of pooza'). Even the meditation and hypnotherapy is incredibly creative.

So my plan with this website is to be a bit of a central hub for all that I do creatively. There will be a section for lots of the writing I've done over the years (at least the somewhat tolerable stuff); poetry, songs, short stories, scripts, psychedelic tripped out nonsense and the like. A section for all the video projects I've created or worked on over the years. A section for all of my digital artwork. And a section for my photography. Most of the art and photography posts will link to my Redbubble page where you can buy them on various prints and products. And a section for my music.

The blog is where I share nuggets of knowledge, wisdom and inspiration, thoughts, ideas, rants, ask you guys questions and generally express anything that I can't anywhere else. Some will be deep, some will be absurd, some will be emotional, and some will be purely observational. You never know, you may just see exactly what you need at the moment you need it. Who knows, you may be inspired to lead my revolution.

 

Have a beautiful day

James Cole

My Other Web Sites

A personal development podcast and YouTube channel focusing on using meditation to empower every aspect of your daily life. With meditations that cut through the religious, spiritual and other aspects that are commonly associated with the practice, to deliver a pure tool and practice for creating the life you want. With new episodes produced every couple of weeks, each focusing on a different aspect of empowerment.

Always fascinated with the human brain, psychology and how to better ourselves and hack the mind, I gained a diploma of life coaching, becoming a master practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programing), Hypnotherapy and Advanced Matrix Therapies. Through Rebellious Coaching, I help people empower people to create the lives they desire free from past emotional burdens.

As a fully qualified hypnotist, I am able to help people with a wide range of problems; weight loss, quitting smoking, quitting sugar, pain management, changing non-resourceful thought patterns, overcoming fears and phobias, reducing stress and a whole bunch more. I practice from an office near to where I live in Frankston, Victoria, Australia and have helped many people live better lives.

Hysteria Productions is my film and video production company that I established in 1994. Under this banner I have produced way too many commercials, music videos, corporate videos, training videos, and other promotional videos to count. I have also provide a number of post-production services and have edited and produced visual effects for a number of feature films.

Lost: Black Earth is the first movie I ever made back in 1999. It was also one of the first movies to be shot on a digital format, even before Star Wars episode 2. Although I look back and cringe at the movie, it was an incredible learning process and gave me a solid basis for a career in the film industry. After randomly deciding to upload it to YouTube in 2012 it has taken on a life of its own.

I discovered Redbubble many years ago and have had an account since 2009. This is where I sell a lot of my artwork and photography printed on to products such as framed prints, postcards, phone and computer cases, pillows, bags, duvets, mugs, note books, t-shirts and other apparel. Some of my designs have been viewed and liked tens of thousands of times and sold many.

My Other Web Sites

A personal development podcast and YouTube channel focusing on using meditation to empower every aspect of your daily life. With meditations that cut through the religious, spiritual and other aspects that are commonly associated with the practice, to deliver a pure tool and practice for creating the life you want. With new episodes produced every couple of weeks, each focusing on a different aspect of empowerment.

Always fascinated with the human brain, psychology and how to better ourselves and hack the mind, I gained a diploma of life coaching, becoming a master practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programing), Hypnotherapy and Advanced Matrix Therapies. Through Rebellious Coaching, I help people empower people to create the lives they desire free from past emotional burdens.

Hysteria Productions is my film and video production company that I established in 1994. Under this banner I have produced way too many commercials, music videos, corporate videos, training videos, and other promotional videos to count. I have also provide a number of post-production services and have edited and produced visual effects for a number of feature films.

As a fully qualified hypnotist, I am able to help people with a wide range of problems; weight loss, quitting smoking, quitting sugar, pain management, changing non-resourceful thought patterns, overcoming fears and phobias, reducing stress and a whole bunch more. I practice from an office near to where I live in Frankston, Victoria, Australia and have helped many people live better lives.

Lost: Black Earth is the first movie I ever made back in 1999. It was also one of the first movies to be shot on a digital format, even before Star Wars episode 2. Although I look back and cringe at the movie, it was an incredible learning process and gave me a solid basis for a career in the film industry. After randomly deciding to upload it to YouTube in 2012 it has taken on a life of its own.

I discovered Redbubble many years ago and have had an account since 2009. This is where I sell a lot of my artwork and photography printed on to products such as framed prints, postcards, phone and computer cases, pillows, bags, duvets, mugs, note books, t-shirts and other apparel. Some of my designs have been viewed and liked tens of thousands of times and sold many.

A Sample of Creative Writings

A Tortured Existence

Drip! Drip! The sound of rain flushing another tormented soul into the freedom of death. A whip makes its tortured crack, as lacerations, so plentiful, scar my back. A small stream of blood trickles down my spine and land softly in a puddle of Hell. For Satan has reached up and torn my soul and…

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Completely Alone

We spend our lives seeking connection with others. First with our families, then friends, pets, lovers and who or whatever else. So much time and effort put into forming bonds and growing relationships. Doing our best to please others, to be there for them in the unconscious hope that they will be there for us.…

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Let It Be Done

Whatever happens we move on Not looking back, just gliding along The future is set but hazy too What will become of me and you   The world is open for us all We’ve just got to listen for our call Take each day as it appears Let us try and destroy our fears  …

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Laughter

Is laughter still the best medicine if you have broken ribs?

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Banana Smoothies

When the world is dead and everyone is gloomy there’s nothing left to do but drink banana smoothies When it’s cold outside there’s still a sparkle in my eye most people run and hide all I wanna do is fly No matter what I do I hope you do it too ‘cause nothin’ beats being…

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Flaw in the design

The clouds swirled and rumbled below. A storm was brewing. Sitting at his desk, the inventor studied his design. Fingers fumbling across the old papers with endless scribbles, equations and symbols known only to the mind from which they came. “Damn me!” echoed through the room as a fist slammed down sending a mug next…

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Illusions Of Sanity

The raging winds, so wild and furious, blast the savage landscape. Stars flickering in the midnight sky. What is midnight anyway? When does night start and finish and who determines its middle? A dog roams aimlessly around the lake. It stops to see its reflection in the water but the wind distorts the picture on…

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The Mirror

I stare into the mirror, as it casually and unaware reflects the true nature from within my soul. A dim light of hope that redemption may still be possible. A flash of images projects onto my mind. Red, blood, hatred, death. Is there a pleasant thought in there? Ah! A family, A picnic, rolling hills.…

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My Time To Play

I live in your world. Your safe little world. With your safe little houses And your safe little lives. Everything in order Where everything seems to thrive.   But today is the day that all goes away Today is the day that I get to play.   You see once in a while Your world…

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The Poet

After creation came the poet And the poet said “Let there be darkness” And the Sun fell from the sky leaving the night And the poet said “Let there be pain” And he curled up in agony as all his muscles, even his soul cramped And the poet said “Let there be sadness” And his…

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Latest From the Blog

This is where I let loose with random thoughts, crazy ideas, observations I've made, philosophies I've developed, wisdoms gained and rants about whatever I need to get off my chest at any particular moment.

Empathy & the Mask Situation

July 26, 2020

When it comes to wearing masks, we are not all in this together. It may be easy for you but please show empathy for those who find it more difficult.

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The Games of Life

July 20, 2018

A simple philosophy to live by that treats everything in life as a game. Figure out the rules, win the game.

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H@##y New Year – The bullshit of happiness

January 1, 2018

Happiness is bullshit. Pursue the full experience of life. All emotions are valid and all emotions can be a positive experience.

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Like a Needle in a Sand Pit

December 26, 2017

The day I stood on a needle on the beach really made me think about society.

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Writings from a lost era…

July 3, 2017

Over the last few days, I’ve given this website a bit of an overhaul. Originally it was designed purely for my life coaching business which eventually evolved into Rebellious Coaching with its own dedicated website. So what to do with a domain name that matches my own? Well… I’ve pondered for a long time having…

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In Memory of Chris Birkett

December 12, 2016

A tribute to a beautiful soul, Chirs Birkett. Rest in peace my friend.

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What have you learned in the last twelve months

January 10, 2016

The last twelve months for me have had a real focus on learning, growth and personal development. In this time a few things have become very clear…

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The Art of Creating Awe by Rob Legato

January 4, 2016

A look behind the scenes at the visual effects of Apollo 13, Titanic and Hugo with legendary visual effects gurus Rob Legato in his TED talk The Art of Creating Awe.

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The Power of Language

December 31, 2015

The power of how this one phrase changed my life “Go 24 hours without complaining. Not even once… Then watch how your life starts changing.”

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Joy is in the Perspective

October 31, 2015

Today I woke up around 6am which has become my normal of late. It’s hard to believe that not that long ago I was regularly going to bed at 2 or 3am and not waking up til 10ish. I’m amazed at all the little things that have happened as a result of taking the steps…

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James Cole
Seaford, Australia
Phone: +614 12 718661

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