Prolific Startup Investor Shares How To Discover & Create Magic In Your Life (Cyan Banister)

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Aug 29, 2024

Cyan Banister, a pioneering early-stage investor known for her roles at SpaceX and Uber, discusses the magic of synchronicity and self-discovery. She delves into how personal consciousness impacts entrepreneurship, emphasizing the power of presence and positive intention. Cyan highlights the value of resilience, viewing failures as stepping stones for growth. She also shares insights on the evolving cultural perspectives of psychedelics and their potential for enhancing mental health, urging listeners to embrace their untapped potential and align their conscious desires with reality.

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INSIGHT

Cyan's Journey

Cyan Bannister's consciousness journey began with questions about existence, amplified by a stroke and the pandemic.
She believes we repeatedly awaken and fall into new kinds of sleep, always evolving in our understanding of consciousness.

ADVICE

Finding Contentment

Be present to see the magic in everyday life, rather than constantly seeking more.
Embrace the unknown and view yourself as nothing to find true contentment.

INSIGHT

Compounding Wins

Cyan's focus on compounding wins influences her investment approach, aiming for ripple effects beyond financial returns.
She emphasizes the value of effort and learning from failures, viewing them as opportunities for growth and new ventures.

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I love experiencing magic and pushing the boundaries for what’s possible.

It makes life more fun and interesting.

One of the ways this shows up is noticing extraordinary phenomena. These can be everything from unexplained synchronicities to directly experiencing extra sensory perceptions (ESP).

Most people write these off, chalking them up to random coincidence or flukes.

But some people get curious.

They wonder if they can recreate that experience in some way. So they start experimenting and exploring new things.

This gradually refines their understanding of what’s possible and results in new approaches to creating positive results in their life.

Today’s guest Cyan Banister brings this type of curiosity and experimentation to exploring consciousness and human potential.

Cyan is one of the most prolific early stage investors of our time having invested in SpaceX, Uber, Postmates amongst many others. She was the first female partner at Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and now is a partner at Long Journey Ventures.

I was interested in Cyan on the show to understand how her consciousness journey has shaped her approach to her career and life.

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(00:00) Introduction and Background (03:03) Exploring Consciousness: A Journey of Questions and Answers (06:03) The Power of Being Present: Finding Contentment in the Present Moment (08:59) The Ripple Effect: Investing in Others' Success (11:52) The Connection Between Individuals and the Collective Subconscious (32:24) Visualization and Synchronicity (36:07) Suppression of Knowledge and Control (39:19) The Power of Consciousness (45:43) The Dark Side and the Light Side (49:03) Consciousness and Entrepreneurship (52:29) Expanding Awareness and Creating Easier (56:21) Leadership and Self-Reflection (58:57) Being a Better Version of Yourself