In this solo episode of The New Age Sage, I dive into the mind-bending concept of living in a simulation. What does it really mean when people say we live in "the matrix"? I share my personal experience of glimpsing beyond the illusion and explore how our reality may be more of a construct than we realize. Together, we’ll break down what “the simulation” truly is, how it shapes our lives, and, most importantly, practical steps you can take to escape the limiting beliefs and structures that keep you trapped. If you've ever felt like there’s more to reality than meets the eye, this episode is for you. Tune in to awaken your understanding of the matrix and learn how to reclaim your power in a world that isn’t quite what it seems ——————— [00:00] Introduction: Perception and Reality in the Matrix [00:22] Personal Journey with the Simulation Theory [01:11] Psychedelic Experiences and Meeting My Mother’s Spirit [02:16] The Circular Program Disk and Life Timelines [03:26] Philosophical Insight: Destiny and Desire [05:03] Binary Code in Perception: Seeing Reality as Digital Information [07:40] The Education System: Foundation of the Matrix [10:57] Brainwashing and Authority Figures [13:22] Family Trauma as a Matrix Layer [15:02] The Matrix in Higher Education and Authority Obedience [18:10] Media and Pharmaceutical Manipulation [21:01] Questioning Reality and Self-Awareness [25:17] Matrix Agents and Social Conditioning [32:09] Emotional Triggers and Ideological Entrapment [35:08] The Scientific Establishment and Fear Conditioning [40:49] Breaking Free: Lessons from The Matrix [43:01] The Chosen Path: Questioning Your Perceptions [48:11] The Quantum View: Reality as Observed Phenomenon [52:11] Reincarnation and Life Programming [57:41] Embracing Life as a Low-Stakes Game [1:00:14] Conclusion: Awakening to Perception Control and Reality Creation ——————— Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!

In this episode of The New Age Sage, we dive deep into the truth about dating, relationships, and what women are truly looking for. Joined by men’s work coach Wayne Barkus, we uncover the reasons why traditional dating games often backfire, why “nice guys” and “red pill” approaches fail, and what makes feminine qualities attractive to women today. Wayne shares valuable insights on moving beyond stereotypes and “polarity” theories, offering a practical blueprint for creating authentic, lasting relationships. If you're tired of the games and want a genuine connection, this episode provides the tools to navigate dating with confidence, integrity, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to find and keep the partner of your dreams. ——————— Wayne Barkus: Wayne Barkus is a men’s work coach and relationship expert dedicated to helping men build authentic, fulfilling connections by breaking away from traditional dating “games” and rigid gender roles. Through his unique approach, Wayne encourages men to embrace emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and genuine respect in relationships. He challenges outdated beliefs about masculinity and femininity, guiding his clients toward meaningful partnerships rooted in mutual respect, empathy, and shared values. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asacredking/ ——————— 00:00 - Introduction: Navigating Modern Relationships 02:10 - Expectations vs. Reality in Dating Today 08:20 - Why "Good Guy" Traits Aren't Always Enough 15:35 - Understanding Masculine and Feminine Energies in Love 23:10 - Breaking Down Society's Views on Submission and Dominance 30:20 - Overcoming the Ego's Influence in Romantic Connections 38:40 - The Spiritual Side of Intimate Relationships 45:50 - Embracing Vulnerability as a Strength 52:10 - Navigating Disappointments and Growth in Love 59:25 - The Importance of Self-Awareness in Attracting a Partner 1:07:35 - Finding Balance Between Independence and Connection 1:15:45 - Recognizing and Healing Relationship Traumas 1:23:50 - Creating a Lasting Connection Through Openness 1:31:00 - The Dance of Masculine and Feminine Energies 1:39:15 - What True Commitment Means in Modern Dating 1:47:40 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways ——————— Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

In this episode of The New Age Sage, I sit down with Julia Mazur, host of the Pretty Much Done podcast, to explore the world of modern dating, especially the unique challenges and empowerment that come with being single in your 30s. Julia opens up about her journey of leaving behind "good on paper" relationships and the pressures she faced to settle down, only to realize that self-love and fulfillment come from within, not from societal expectations. We discuss the importance of building a strong relationship with yourself first, before finding a partner who aligns with your life values and vision. If you're navigating the dating scene in your 30s or seeking to better understand what true partnership looks like, this episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom to guide you on your journey. ——————— Julia Mazur: Julia Mazur is a bold voice in the modern dating world, dedicated to breaking down the societal stigmas surrounding singlehood and empowering women to embrace their own path, especially in their 30s. As the host of the *Pretty Much Done* podcast, Julia uses her personal experiences and candid conversations to inspire her audience to prioritize self-love and authentic connection over societal expectations. Her mission is to help others let go of the "good on paper" ideal and instead focus on creating fulfilling relationships built on shared values and genuine compatibility. Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamazur Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmdpod ——————— 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Why dating conversations matter 02:00 - Sacrificing yourself for societal expectations 06:10 - Breaking free from “good on paper” relationships 10:20 - Navigating toxic relationships during COVID 14:15 - The turning point: trusting your gut and leaving a relationship 20:00 - Empowering women to embrace singlehood without shame 26:00 - The role of dating apps and how they’ve changed the dating game 34:00 - How to find real human connection in a disconnected world 40:12 - Why solo dates are the key to building confidence 45:00 - Creating the life you want without waiting for a partner 51:00 - Reclaiming your personal power in dating ——————— Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

Welcome to a new solo episode of The New Age Sage Podcast. Today, I’m diving into a deeply personal journey from atheism to New Age spirituality and finally to Christ Consciousness. In this episode, I’m reflecting on how atheism shaped my early life, the pitfalls of New Age practices, and why I found myself surrendering to Christ consciousness as the ultimate path forward. I explore how atheism leads to the pursuit of power, control, and, ultimately, misery. I also reveal how New Age spirituality, while initially helpful, can become a mask for ego-driven narcissism. But here’s the twist—through all of that, I found that the only true path to freedom was surrendering to Christ’s archetype: embracing reality, accepting suffering as divine, and allowing it to lead us toward our highest good. If you’ve ever questioned your spiritual path or found yourself struggling with control and ego, this episode is for you. ——————— 00:00 - Intro 02:01 - My journey from atheism to spirituality 05:45 - The false North Star: chasing power and control 10:30 - How atheism led me to addiction and misery 15:20 - New Age spirituality: helping or hurting? 20:15 - Why manifestation is rooted in control and narcissism 25:00 - Surrendering control: the power of Christ consciousness 30:40 - Embracing reality and letting go of control 35:50 - Finding freedom in Christ consciousness ——————— Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

Welcome back to my new studio and to a profound episode of The New Age Sage Podcast! Today, I sit down with spiritual teacher Aaron Abke as we dive into the depths of The Law of One—an incredible body of work believed to contain wisdom from a higher-dimensional entity. We explore its teachings on demonic protection and tackle one of life’s most challenging questions: why does God allow evil? Together, Aaron and I uncover the mind-bending insights of The Law of One and what it tells us about the nature of good and evil, spiritual protection, and the ultimate purpose of challenges we face. If you've ever questioned the nature of darkness in the world or sought deeper understanding of divine purpose, this episode promises transformative revelations. ——————— Aaron Abke: Aaron Abke is a paradigm-shifting spiritual teacher that delivers a fresh, new perspective on Metaphysics and Ontology through his teachings on the Law of One, A Course In Miracles and Spiritual Intelligence. Aaron aims to provide humanity with the tools, knowledge, and practices needed to aid our collective ascension to Enlightenment, or "4th Density Consciousness". His passion and purpose is to awaken this planet to the awareness of our oneness and collective destiny as an Enlightened civilization. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronabke/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronAbke ——————— 00:00 - Intro 02:01 - What is the Law of One? Overview and Origins 04:17 - The Channeling Process and Ra’s First Communication 08:13 - Ra’s Teachings and Visit to Ancient Egypt 09:19 - Spiritual and Scientific Paradigms of the Law of One 12:11 - Polarity, Intelligent Energy, and Free Will in the Universe 19:00 - Channeling Experiences and Health Impacts 20:39 - Awakening to Dark Forces and Understanding Negative Polarity 31:54 - Mechanisms of Negative Polarity and Spiritual Deception 44:06 - Free Will, Service to Others, and Serving the Self 56:14 - Higher Selves and the Evolution of Consciousness 1:05:11 - Pre-programmed Catalysts and Spiritual Growth 1:10:00 - Gratitude, Challenges, and the Creator’s Role 1:16:32 - Using the Law of One to Understand Politics ——————— Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

Welcome to another solo episode of The New Age Sage Podcast. Today, I’m diving deep into twin flames and soulmates, unraveling how these relationships shape our understanding of love and ourselves. If you've ever felt the intense pull of a twin flame or wondered what it truly means to find a soulmate, this episode is for you.For years, I let my happiness and anxiety be dictated by romantic success, caught in the painful cycles of toxic relationships. But love doesn’t have to hurt. In this episode, I break down the difference between twin flames and soulmates, showing how the fiery passion of a twin flame can be a powerful catalyst for growth if used consciously. Ultimately, I believe true love—the peaceful, unconditional love of a soulmate—is worth the journey.———————00:00 - Intro00:20 - My personal journey with romance and toxic relationships02:01 - What is a twin flame?04:30 - The role of twin flames in healing childhood trauma07:50 - Why twin flame relationships can be so challenging12:02 - Recognizing the difference between passion and love16:39 - The transition from twin flames to soulmates18:40 - What is a soulmate?22:00 - How to prepare yourself to attract a soulmate25:32 - Why becoming whole within yourself is essential for true love29:09 - The importance of integrating your masculine and feminine sides33:12 - How to say no to toxic relationships and open up to soulmate love38:51 - Final thoughts on healing and finding true love———————If this episode resonates with you, please like, comment, and subscribe. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

Welcome to Episode 77 of The New Age Sage Podcast. In this solo episode, I delve into the depths of mental illness and uncover the real root causes that society has kept hidden. This episode is a journey into understanding how shifting from the mind to the heart can transform your life and help you break free from anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles. Join me as I explain the steps to live a heart-centered life, breaking down complex concepts into practical advice.———————00:00 - Intro04:20 - How to live a life worth experiencing05:11 - Romance: Loving from the heart vs. loving from the mind06:30 - The Heart vs. The Mind10:18 - Anxiety and the Need for Control12:40 - Forgiveness: The key to heart-based living16:24 - The importance of forgiving yourself18:51 - Anxiety: The mind's need for fixed outcomes22:31 - Depression: The weight of unmet expectations28:29 - Embracing the Journey29:42 - The heart vs. the mind36:53 - The Importance Of Shifting Consciousness From The Mind To The Heart37:19 - Jesus as a master of heart-based living39:19 - The ultimate goal: Returning to the heart———————Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

In this special solo episode, I dive into one of the most profound and often avoided topics — grief. I've received countless messages about this, and it's time to address the heavy, raw emotions that come with losing someone dear. Through sharing my story, I hope to open a dialogue about grief, break the silence surrounding it, and provide a path for healing and finding strength. Let's normalize this conversation and help each other heal.I'm incredibly proud of my sister's work in transforming her grief into art. She has created a powerful and moving play titled "Someone Spectacular" that delves into the raw and emotional loss experience. You can learn more about it and get tickets at https://someonespectacularplay.com/ ———————00:00 - Intro01:30 - Our culture's aversion to death02:58 - My personal story of losing my mom 05:11 - The devastating reality and final moments08:23 - Hospital experience and her passing 11:21 - Life after loss and beginning of grief 16:17 - Acceptance and the path to healing 19:17 - Step 1: Breaking the victim mentality 25:46 - Step 2: Feeling and processing grief 31:37 - Step 3: Allowing pain to open your heart 36:37 - Step 4: Forgiveness as a key to healing 44:45 - Step 5: Committing to a higher path of grief 46:31 - Step 6: Finding purpose through artistic creation 49:27 - The importance of talking about grief———————Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

Hey everyone! Welcome to a new solo episode of The New Age Sage Podcast. This time, I'm peeling back the layers of my own spiritual journey to reveal some truths. Have you ever felt like your spiritual practices were feeding your ego instead of helping you grow? Well, you're not alone.In this episode, I share my struggles with addiction, the pain that led me to spirituality, and how I fell into the trap of using New Age rituals to inflate my ego. Discover the core elements of narcissism reflected in the spiritual community, and learn practical ways to guide your spiritual journey without falling into these traps. ———— 00:00 - Intro01:00 - Why I’m Talking About Spiritual Narcissism05:45 - From Addiction and Pain to Spirituality10:30 - The Illusion of Control: Manifestation and Its Dangers15:20 - Spotting Narcissistic Traits in Your Spiritual Path20:15 - How New Age Rituals Can Inflate the Ego25:00 - Breaking Free: Authentic Spiritual Practices30:40 - Surrendering to My Higher Self35:50 - Embracing Christ Consciousness: My Path to True Spirituality40:30 - Q&A: Your Questions, My Honest Answers45:00 - Final Thoughts and Takeaways———— Please like, comment, and subscribe if this episode resonates with you. I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below!Lucas Salame: www.instagram.com/lucas__salame/ | https://www.new-age-sage.com

Join us for this week's episode of The New Age Sage Podcast as we welcome Ryan Sprague, a cannabis coach specializing in using cannabis for personal healing and growth.In this episode, Ryan delves into the misconceptions surrounding cannabis and discusses why society often overlooks its therapeutic benefits. He explains the importance of using cannabis consciously and intentionally. He shares his transformative journey with cannabis, from using it as an escape to discovering its profound potential for healing and self-awareness.Learn about the historical context of cannabis and how propaganda and stigmatization have shaped public perception.———— 00:00 - Intro01:15 - Who is Ryan Sprague?05:30 - The Transformative Journey with Cannabis10:00 - Misconceptions and Propaganda Surrounding Cannabis15:20 - Conscious and Intentional Use of Cannabis20:00 - The Four-Step Process for Healing and Growth25:40 - The Hidden Therapeutic Benefits of Cannabis30:10 - Historical Context: Propaganda and Stigmatization35:00 - Personal Stories of Healing with Cannabis40:25 - Integrating Cannabis into Daily Life45:50 - Creating Ceremonial Spaces for Cannabis Use50:00 - Research and Understanding the Plant's Capabilities55:30 - The Future of Cannabis in Personal Growth————Please like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoyed this episode.Thank you for watching!Lucas Salame: Instagram | New Age Sage Ryan Sprague: Connect with him on IG @therealryansprague & visit his website at highlyoptimized.me to start your journey into conscious Cannabis education today! Download the free “Conscious Cannabis Quiz” here: https://www.highlyoptimized.me/CCquiz Check out the “This One Time On Psychedelics” podcast here: https://spotify.link/x3t5YtWwYyb (https://spotify.link/x3t5YtWwYyb)