Gary Zukav

Gary Zukav, a four-time New York Times bestselling author, shares his transformative journey from a life of addiction to spiritual awakening. He discusses the vital distinction between external power and authentic power, emphasizing alignment with one's soul. Zukav explores navigating love versus fear in daily choices and the significance of self-awareness in overcoming addiction. He highlights the evolution of consciousness beyond sensory limitations, urging listeners to pursue authenticity and emotional awareness for a fulfilling life.

Gary Zukav, a best-selling author and spiritual teacher, shares his insights on discovering authentic power and connecting with the soul. He discusses the global shift from seeking external power to embracing love-driven, authentic power. Zukav emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness in overcoming fear and navigating relationships. He explores the journey of the soul through love, highlighting personal responsibility in shaping our life narratives. Listeners are encouraged to embrace vulnerability and transformation as they connect with their deeper selves.

Original Air Date: February 17th, 2021Everything we do, every relationship we have, succeeds or fails based on our level of true spiritual connection with others. How do we get back on track when we find ourselves disconnected from people? In this episode of “Super Soul,” Oprah sits down with acclaimed spiritual teachers—including Jill Bolte Taylor, Dr. Maya Angelou, Sister Joan Chittister, Thich Nhat Hanh, Gary Zukav and Linda Francis, Meagan Good, Rob and Kristen Bell, President Jimmy Carter, Pastor Wintley Phipps, Brené Brown, Tracy Morgan, Phil Jackson, Shawn Achor, Gloria Steinem, Bryan Stevenson, Malala Yousafzai, and Elie Wiesel—to discover the steps we all can take to find creative ways to nurture the bonds of love and a connection with the people in our lives, and then gradually expanding that to the rest of the world. Interviews with these talented writers, speakers and thought leaders are excerpted from Oprah’s Emmy Award-winning show “Super Soul Sunday.” You can also find this compilation and other insightful conversations in Oprah’s best-selling book The Wisdom of Sundays. Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPods You can also watch Oprah’s Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN 

Gary Zukav, an acclaimed author and spiritual teacher, dives deep into the evolution of human consciousness. He reflects on his transformative journey from a life of anger and addiction to one of spiritual awakening, emphasizing emotional awareness as a key to growth. Zukav predicts a significant shift in humanity's consciousness by 2025, encouraging listeners to embrace love over fear. He also discusses the pitfalls of external power and champions the importance of aligning with one's true self to harness authentic power and navigate life's challenges.

In this engaging conversation, Gary Zukav, author and spiritual thought leader, delves into the concepts of authentic power and the balance between love and fear. He highlights the critical nature of intentions in transforming lives and discusses how personal hardships can catalyze growth. Zukav encourages self-reflection to foster genuine relationships and emphasizes living purposefully to manifest positive outcomes. Listeners are invited to embrace emotional awareness and build deep connections in a rapidly changing world.