Quality of Mind: Realising Exponential Potential.

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates ''Before Psychology''- the Secret Source' that exponentially increases the peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation.   In this episode, Piers discusses with show regular and fellow Quality of Mind collaborator Katrijn Van Oudheudsen  the transformative potential of AI in enhancing human productivity, peace, and potential. How AI can revolutionise coaching, particularly in Direct Inquiry, making it a powerful tool for understanding the concept of 'no self.'   The episode examines the potential of AI to democratize and accelerate the process of self-realization, offering unprecedented access to personal growth and collective harmony.   Key Discussion Takeaways AI could be better than humans at coaching and awakening self-realisation The illusion of the separate self is the root of suffering—AI helps break it down AI coaching will become self-adjusting, engaging, and widely accessible The transformation AI enables is not just personal—it has global implications   Key Chapters include:   00:49 Exploring AI's Potential in Coaching 02:49 Challenges and Opportunities of AI Coaching 05:03 AI & Direct Inquiry: A Perfect Match 07:10 Why Direct Inquiry Matters for Humanity 10:54 AI's Role in Awakening and Self-Realisation 11.10 The Evolution of Inquiry: From Gurus to AI 14:20 AI as the Ultimate Mirror for Self-Realisation 17:50 - AI’s Future in Transformational Coaching 20:00- Final Thoughts   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Katrijn here  and on her website here  A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 12:  Going Beyond Sales Goals: Unconditional Freedom A 3 min snippet from the episode ''From Selling to Serving:  The Power of Going Beyond Self'' with Sales Coach Nick Hall Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help? Listen here Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!! 00:00 Selling vs. Serving 00:23 Challenges in a Sales Culture 01:22 Secrets to Truly Serving in Sales 02:19 Finding Unconditional Freedom in Sales  03:38 Realising Inner Strength   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts  

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that can exponentially increase the performance, resourcefulness and well-being for any individual or organisation. Unlocking Sales Success: The Power of Going Before the Self Welcome to the Quality of Mind Transforming Business Podcast Series! In this episode, we have a thought-provoking conversation with Nick, a former enterprise tech salesperson turned coach. Over the past 12-18 months, Nick has flourished in coaching, helping salespeople and leaders balance high performance with peace of mind. We delve into the art of sales and business development, discussing how understanding the nature of the mind and self can profoundly impact sales skills. We also discover Nick's transformative journey from facing anxiety and panic attacks in a high-pressure sales environment to finding true fulfilment. Tune in to explore topics like committed and intentional sales versus attached and invested approaches, and the invaluable distinction between serving and selling. Learn how you can become a better salesperson by recognising the freedom to experience any sensation without self-attachment. Discover how to handle any sensation or feeling and realize their true identity as awareness itself, rather than a separate self, leading to greater freedom and effectiveness in their professional and personal lives. Nick’s Journey: From high-pressure enterprise tech sales to transformative coaching The Shift from External to Internal Success: What happens when success on the outside doesn’t align with inner wellbeing? Selling vs. Serving: How a shift in perspective changes the sales experience for both the seller and the client Freedom in Sales: The distinction between being committed and intentional versus attached and invested The Fear of Fear: Why the real issue isn’t external circumstances but our perception of them High Performance & Flow States: Understanding what gets in the way of performing at your best Navigating Targets & Pressure: How sales professionals can stay in service mode even within high-pressure environments The Power of Inquiry: The role of direct experience in discovering what is truly real   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Nick here  and on his website here  A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the Before Psychology nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 12:  ''Letting Go of Resistance...Is Not Compromising" A 2 min snippet from the episode ''The Business Advantage: The Secret Source to Flow & Ease with Emily Hawkins. Full Episode here  Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help? Listen here   Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!!   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that can exponentially increase the performance, resourcefulness and well-being for any individual or organisation.   In this episode of the Quality of Mind Transforming Business Podcast, host Piers speaks with Emily Hawkins about the fundamental bases of achieving authentic business success. Emily shares her journey from the corporate world, emphasising the transition from relying on credentials to harnessing a more innate intelligence and resourcefulness. The conversation delves deep into exploring the significance of understanding one's true self, not only beyond our conditioning societal expectations but even before psychology. They discuss how dropping resistance to 'what is' and realising our innate, expansive nature can lead to genuine flow, creativity, and business success - revealing the secret sauce to thriving not just in business, but in life in general.      03:45 The Secret Sauce to Success 10:03 The Case of Mistaken Identity 12:58 Flow and Authentic Leadership 15:50 The Essence of Self and Flow 26:34 Embracing Differences and Overcoming Resistance 30:44 Embracing Our Unique Gifts 31:46 Acceptance and Resistance 32:25 The Illusion of Self-Identification 40:51 The Concept of Aperture 44:58 The Secret Sauce of Self-Realization 46:00 Daily Practices for Awakening 52:38 Letting Go of Self-Identification   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Emily here her work on her website here  A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO  YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and post  

Discover the unpredictable nature of your thoughts and why you might not want to trust them. The discussion highlights how childhood thinking embodies freedom, juxtaposed with the pressure adults face for mental consistency. Explore the idea of embracing the fluidity of thoughts and the inner conflict between desires and guilt. This brief yet intriguing insight reveals the power of understanding your mind's unreliability.

Dr. Amy Johnson, author and personal growth coach, joins Piers Thurston to explore 'Before Psychology,' a transformative approach that highlights the profound awareness before thought. They discuss how recognizing this base-level awareness can unlock peace and performance, while challenging the complexities often imposed by societal beliefs. The conversation emphasizes direct inquiry into experiences over pre-learnt techniques, unveiling the extraordinary in the ordinary and advocating for psychological freedom through simplicity rather than acquiring new skills.

Join Andrew Sewell, a leadership coach and author of 'The Overthinker’s Guide to Life,' as he navigates the murky waters of modern overthinking. He shares his journey from scriptwriting to coaching, revealing how societal constructs amplify our sense of separateness. The conversation uncovers transformative insights into the oneness of existence and offers practical techniques to transcend habitual thought patterns. Discover how embracing awareness can lead to inner peace and a deeper sense of connection.

This podcast series explores a game-changing understanding of the human mind that operates ''Before Psychology''- the Secret Source that exponentially increases the peace, performance, and potential for any individual or organisation.   Unlocking Transformative Insights from Everyday Annoyances   In this episode of the Quality of Mind Transforming Business podcast, Piers and returning guest Kate delve into the profound lessons hidden within our everyday annoyances. Through engaging and relatable examples, the conversation reveals how our reactions to others can shine a light on deeper personal conditioning and programming. Discover how self-inquiry and identifying with awareness rather than the 'self' can lead to transformative shifts in perception, ultimately enhancing relationships and promoting a richer, more compassionate understanding of oneself and others. They also discuss the magic of the system and how we often miss the opportunity to see how others' actions are just learning experiences.   This Episode:  00:00 Welcome and Introduction  02:34 The Power of 'Before Psychology' 04:26 Understanding Annoyance and Judgment 07:27 Real-Life Examples of Judgment 17:42 The Concept of 'I' and Self-Inquiry 22:29 Exploring the Concept of 'I' 23:56 Understanding Annoyance and Self-Identification 26:03 The Intelligent Design of Annoyance 28:34 Seeing Through Misidentification 33:05 Leaning into Discomfort for Growth 36:32 Curiousity and Compassion in Relationships   Curious - want to know more? You can find out more about Kate and her website A summary of the Quality of Mind resources, to find out more TASTE THE MANGO Piers and  Katrijn's YouTube and Sub stack all about Direct Inquiry, Explore for yourself Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind  Check out our other podcast episodes, a curated list here Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of articles and posts

From the QUALITY OF MIND Podcast Part of our new 'Not Even 5 Mins Series'   Ep 11:  ''Flow State - Where Are We Going Wrong?   Listen to the full episode here    Quality of Mind unlocks the Secret Source to more performance, peace and potential. But it does it in a very transformative, sustainable way, by explore 'Before Psychology'  - What is that, and does it help?    Please leave any feedback or comments on the podcast, and if you want to ask a question please do so here https://sayhi.chat/QoM - we'd love to hear from you!!   Curious - want to know more? Check out our other podcast episodes; a curated list here Watch past clients talk about the power of Quality of Mind here For a more in depth looking into the nondual understanding behind Quality of Mind  listen here  or here Find out more about the relevance of Quality of Mind   Subscribe to our Quality of Mind YouTube channel for a series of 2 min videos all about Quality of Mind Piers Thurston regularly writes about Quality of Mind on LinkedIn and has a large collection of posts