Spirit Gym with Paul Chek

Have you been told by the conventional medicine cabal there was no way you or your partner could conceive a child without lots of (unnecessary) help?Sarah Hopkins had a deep passion for health from an early age but faulty programming — her family’s and her own — led her on a conventional, corporate path until she was told couldn’t conceive.A chance conversation with a Holistic Lifestyle Coach student took Sarah on a journey, leading her from devouring How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! to becoming a CHEK Professional (HLC 3) and running her own health coaching practice in Perth, Australia.Paul talks to Sarah about her journey to wellness, working through the shame that comes with fertility issues with her clients, building bridges with conventional medical practitioners, the #MeToo movement and the women who inspire them in this lively Living 4D conversation.You can find Sarah on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. If you want to learn more about improving female fertility, Sarah has started a private Facebook group to coach women on their fertility journey than you can request to join. Sarah also co-hosts her Elevate podcast with Amanda Noga.Learn more about Sarah’s services at her Health & Wellbeing website, where you can download a free Ideal Eating Guide ebook.Show Notes:The patriarchal structure of mainstream medicine may explain why men aren’t interested in their fertility. (3:16)How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy! had a profound and lasting effect on Sarah’s health, healing her body and her ability to conceive. (16:29)If you don’t have an open mind or heart, you’re not ready to be a Holistic Lifestyle Coach. (20:39)The positive benefits of parasites. (33:12)Most people are so out of touch about their dreams and legacy. (48:49)The more love and care we have for ourselves, the more stability coaches can give to their clients. (56:26)Fibroids, endometriosis, infertility and an inability to orgasm may be linked to a woman’s feelings of shame and vulnerability associated with sex and her sex organs. (1:05:33)Often, men are shocked their female partners believe having sex doesn’t make them feel loved. (1:11:47)Most men don’t understand the difference between ejaculation and orgasm. (1:14:33)A better structure for a functional health care system starts with a health coach. (1:35:39)Sarah’s successful approaches in working with conventional medical practitioners. (1:39:58)Why you should never undercharge for the services you provide to your clients. (1:48:48)Letting go of her family’s expectations helped Sarah thrive as a person and Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Wind is a potent, magical force in our world. Its power does everything from moving our planet’s oceans to pollinating our plants and creating energy.Paul meditates on the amazing power of the wind as well as prana — a form of energy that charges your very breath — in this latest Quotes Out of Nowhere podcast.You may still not be convinced the wind is really all that powerful, except during storms, hurricanes and cyclones.So, Paul describes just how transformative wind can be with a very simple example, one that he shares often with his students.Be conscious of the power of your breath and the wind to change the world and even the universe…Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

How does a kid who grew up hacking mobile phones and having pizza delivered to everyone at his junior high school become the “Larry King of Podcasting?”Jordan Harbinger talks to Paul about being busted by the FBI, a curious mind that never stops learning and why turning a hobby you love into a job isn’t the smartest career move you can make in this candid Living 4D episode.Jordan invites Living 4D listeners to take his free 6 Minute Networking course that will help you venture out of your comfort zone and help you grow in professional and social situation.Learn more about Jordan on your social media platform of choice at @jordanharbinger.Show NotesJordan bought pizza for everyone when he was in the sixth grade with a fake credit card number. (6:21)Jordan traded his knowledge about cell phones and websites circa 1996 for real martial arts training. (11:34)How does anyone “prove” the flat earth theory? (24:36)Why pay attention to conspiracy theories that distract you from living a better life? (30:47)Is “finding your passion” a big lie young people believe? (48:09)Jordan uses the skills he learned in a sales job and law school to be a great communicator and teacher. (55:33)The real conspiracy: Selling courses on how to turn your passion into a career. (59:14)Don’t talk badly about your spouse/partner and in-laws. (1:06:01)Some of the most driven people in the world are the most miserable ones too. (1:13:22)For many influencers/thought-leaders, fame isn’t compatible with their lifestyle. (1:18:44)ResourcesOne Mind: How Our Individual Mind is Part of a Greater Consciousness and Why It Matters by Dr. Larry DosseyJordan’s article on Struggling to Find Your PurposePsycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell MaltzJoe Rogan’s podcast with Elon MuskAs an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Welcome to a brand new series of podcast episodes!This series of Quotes from Out of Nowhere episodes are short, sweet and hopefully inspiring episodes based on ideas that arise for Paul during his meditation, taichi or reading.They're designed to inspire deep thought and a closer look at ourselves, our lives and the world. They can also be used for contemplative meditation.The first of the Quotes from Out of Nowhere is entitled "Butterfly: Express Yourself and Dare to be as Beautiful as You Are". Enjoy the quote and your weekend!Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

If you’re successful and smart about it, questioning what you do all the time can ensure whatever you’re doing is really working for you at whatever stage of life you’re at.Living life as a “perpetual student” has given Mike Bledsoe that very unique perspective of the world and the courage to move into new ventures very seamlessly and successfully.Why did Mike move from the world of weightlifting and CrossFit to the internal — coaching coaches and cognitive fitness? Hear his answer in this transformative Living 4D episode.Learn more about Mike’s work at The Strong Coach and The Bledsoe Show podcast. Follow him on social media via @mike_bledsoe and @thestrongcoach on Instagram, @bledsopia on Facebook and michaelbledsoe on Twitter.Show NotesMike reviews his life path. (3:13)Paul’s definition of the soul. (12:56)Experiencing in a head-on car collision may be a safer way to find your own path than taking a full hit of DMT. (18:48)Mike’s first embarrassing experiences with meditation at age 15 led him to train for the U.S. Navy Seals and failing. (27:39)The origins of the Barbell Shrugged podcast. (36:06)Mike steps away from Barbell Shrugged and physical fitness and working on cognitive fitness. (42:42)The inherent meaning of mindset: Set it and forget it. (45:06)Mike’s biohacking experience with testosterone replacement treatments and thyroid meds for 9 months after his body shut down. (52:18)The life-changing revelations Mike discovered at a workshop. (57:04)How do you “block” God? (1:10:18)Born out of fear, suppression creates so much emotional damage and separation. (1:15:50)“Children become the scapegoats for the anger parents can't express to their bosses.” (1:30:49)Could “destruction” be useful at a personal level? (1:36:25)The challenge of finding balance in your life. (1:53:45)In our modern culture, service and sacrifice have become misconstrued as the same things. (1:57:01)Understand our ability to create meaning in the world where none existed before. (2:07:01)Using creativity to add life and love to the world. (2:10:00)Mike’s work with Mark England on Enlifted. (2:21:41)ResourcesThe work of yoga expert Jill MillerThe work of Maxwell MaltzThe Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Dr. Bessel van der KolkThe work of Graham Hancock and Randall Carlson As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Paul Chek talks to Michael Susi, a global leader in corporate wellness, about teaching whole health principles at LinkedIn. They discuss the holistic differences between training programs, the dangers of genetically modified organisms, and the importance of eating real food. They also explore the impact of wellness on achieving dreams and the power of breath for optimal health.

Before he became a documentary filmmaker, Sanjay Rawal was a seeker of knowledge. So much so, that after graduating from University of California-Berkeley, he looked to guidance to fill the gaping hole in his heart.Sanjay describes how he found the path to inner peace in the most unlikely place —the streets of New York City — his spiritual work with Sri Chinmoy and his work as a documentary filmmaker in this Living 4D episode.Learn more about Sanjay’s work on Instagram at @mrsanjayr and @3100film.Show Notes“I'm one of just a handful of people who moved to New York City to find inner peace.” (5:07)Sanjay made his first film, Ocean Monk, about 18 months after the passing of Sri Chinmoy, who remains a profound influence on Sanjay’s life. (12:57)Are you a soul who possesses a body, or a body that possesses a mind, a set of emotions and a soul? (27:05)What does the quote, “My soul is a bird of fire…” mean to you? (29:25)Using the Heart Chakra to access the realm of the infinite. (35:46)Silence is more powerful than sound. (44:53)So long as you have faith in something, you’re a Hindu which is very different from the myopic ways Western religions operate. (52:11)In Sanjay’s latest documentary, 3100: Run and Become, running merges with spirituality. (1:01:09)“Physical pursuits can connect more directly with the soul's reality than most religions care to even pursue.” (1:04:48)“Do you want to love power or do you want to be harnessed by the power of love? These are diametrically opposed realities.” (1:13:39)ResourcesSanjay’s first film, Ocean Monk (2010), available for free on VimeoDrunken Mystic Lost in Eternity by Shyam RajagopalanSanjay’s second film, Challenging Impossibility (2011), available for free on VimeoThe work of Joseph RaelThe work of Sri AurobindoThe work of Master Fong HaJesus, Buddha, Krishna and Lao Tzu: The Parallel Sayings by Richard HooperSanjay’s first feature length, documentary, Food ChainsSanjay’s recent appearance on the Mind Pump Podcast As an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Once upon a time, Chervin Jafarieh was a very successful professional in the commercial real estate brokerage market and creating very lucrative financial platforms including a hedge fund.For a while, Chervin became lost in the world of building and creating businesses, all because he wanted to be a benevolent king who took care of everyone…Learn how Chervin made the transition from the dual worlds of real estate and hedge funds to a completely different path by way of Rudolf Steiner, to develop Cymbiotika DHA with Astaxanthin in this Living 4D episode.Just for Living 4D listeners, save 15 percent on Cymbiotika DHA with Astaxanthin by entering the promo code chek15 at the end of your checkout process after clicking on your shipping options.Show NotesFor Paul, drinking Angie’s breast milk was like a joyous, gentle Ayahuasca experience. (3:06)“Your true self is immaterial. Your conscious is ethereal. It pre-exists your body and transcends the material.” (12:16)“Each of the religious structures or stages of consciousness are like an egg shell.” (15:39)The deeper meaning of Chervin’s name. (17:11)There’s no better display of social programming than going to an American high school. (27:37)The origins of Chervin’s company, Cymbiotika. (30:49)The fish oil industry is a very toxic one. (45:41)The building blocks of Cymbiotika. (58:01)New products coming in the pipeline. (1:08:47)Game of Thrones is a perfect example of the Holy Trinity in action. (1:21:17)How do you balance supplementation with living a healthy lifestyle? (1:27:33)We’re living in a “demineralized” world. (1:38:15)“Good health is the first step to sovereignty.” (1:45:44)You can’t have gratitude if you don’t possess reverence for yourself first. (1:50:14)The Mike Tyson connection. (1:56:27)The plague of monocropping. (2:07:59)ResourcesPrayers of the Cosmos by Neil Douglas-Klotz and Matthew FoxSai Baba’s Embodiment of LoveThe Reflexive Universe: Evolution of Consciousness by Arthur Young and Huston SmithAn interview with Chervin and David WolfeThe Philosophy of Freedom by Rudolf SteinerThe Real Truth About Vitamins and Anti-Oxidants by Judith DeCavaThe Ahrimatic influenceKen Wilber’s definition of KosmosRudolf Steiner: An IntroductioThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

A woman’s passage through life from growing up to adulthood, parenthood and middle age doesn’t leave her much time for taking a gentle breath and just being an authentic human being. And, what does it mean to learn how be a woman?Allison Pelot describes her journey to become a complete and whole woman in this very feminine Living 4D episode,Learn more about Allison and her expertise in whole health and nutrition, along with her Integrate Yourself podcast at her Pure Energy Wellness website.Show NotesThe day Allison met Paul she experienced such a strong jolt to her system that it “woke her up from a deep sleep.” (4:53)For parents, do you celebrate the rite of passage for your child the first time she/he has sex? (12:59)Paul’s emotional response to absent parents as a child: He failed the third grade and couldn’t read. (15:55)Do you ask a child’s permission to touch them if you don’t know them? (25:14)Allison suffered a major early midlife crisis after completing college. (35:30)“You're not a successful parent if you can't help your kids with life.” (48:21)Too many women are overriding the urge to slow down and take the time to do the work they need just to be feminine. (1:01:58)Allison is a “recovering perfectionist.” (1:08:58)How do you work on new things in the bedroom? Try them out on yourself first. (1:13:07)Mana loves to clean and dance at the same time. (1:31:59)Navigating multiple-partner relationships — a work in progress — from Allison’s perspective. (1:46:46)Portland is the polyamorous capital of the world. (1:54:33)“A turning point for me was when I realized that I wasn't going to be able to control him. And the more I tried to control the whole thing, the less control I had…” (2:11:41)Women aren’t meant to “do it all” by themselves. They need nourishment from their sisterhood. (2:38:31)“Another part of why women have health issues is because we're never really taught how to be women.” (2:40:32)ResourcesDiet and Nutrition: A Holistic Approach by Rudolph BallentineThe Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Dr. Bessel van der KolkHoward Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligencesSex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray and What It Means For Modern Relationships by Cacilda Jetha and Christopher RyanThe Unruly Mystic: Saint Hildegard of Bingen documentaryVoices of the First Day by Robert LawlorHooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Productsby Nir EyalThe Mists of Avalon by Marion ZimmThanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.

Why do some people battle with addictions their entire lives while others make a full recovery?The key to healing, like most physical dis-eases, is something far deeper and more targeted than a 12-step program built like conventional medicine to treat everyone for a variety of problems that never really get solved.Dean Taraborelli describes his 30-year journey from addiction to recovery that led him to create the Sanctuary at Sedona in this revealing Living 4D episode.Learn more about the Sanctuary’s approach to helping people recover from addictions by downloading the free ebook, Be Recovered: Transformational Healing Through Integrative Addiction Recovery by Dean and Kelley Alexander.Show NotesDean’s problems with addictions started when he was a very young teenager. (4:50)No one close to Dean really knew how deeply his life was harmed by drug abuse and addictions until the bitter end. (10:51)The health of your gut and inflammation may be a determining factor for addictions. (17:48)Understanding how epigenetics affects human health and treating addictions. (27:57)“Many of us have lost track of or lost confidence in our deep sense of our own intuition and what's right or not for us.” (35:11)What is iatrogenesis? (38:37)Most kids are largely programmed and conditioned by their parents by age 8. (48:40)Dean’s addiction was a wakeup call from his soul leading him to what he does today at the Sanctuary. (52:39)What is your higher power? (59:23)“Being normal in a dysfunctional society is not necessarily a good reflection of what it's like to be healthy.” (1:05:21)The uneasy state of the external world may play a huge role in unresolved emotional problems. (1:09:10)“Everybody's got an addiction to their belief system.” (1:13:40)Dean’s definitions of addiction. (1:16:42)The role religion plays in addiction and the blame game with women. (1:24:47)The five deeper reasons people seek help from their addictions. (1:38:41)Differences between the mind and brain. (1:41:35)Moving from recovery to “being recovered” is the ability to learn from hard life lessons. (1:49:19)The telltale signs of addiction. (1:57:08)ResourcesWhen God Becomes a Drug by Leo BoothNew Dimensions Radio programs featuring the late Angeles ArrienDean’s TED Talk on Breaking Free From the Disease of Addiction on YouTubeAs an Amazon Associate, we earn commissions from qualifying purchases.Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.