The Mindvalley Podcast

Let’s explore the power of connection and the force that surrounds us. As we go through life, we are never truly alone, there is a force that surrounds us and permeates us. This force has the potential to help us move away from worries, heal ourselves, and alleviate loneliness. However, in modern human society, we often ignore this idea and fail to tap into the power of spirituality. In this episode, we are joined by Bestselling Author and Speaker, Agapi Stassinopoulos as she shares her wisdom and personal journey and guides us through a meditation to tap into this force that will help us overcome worries and loneliness.Additionally, in today's fast-paced and stressful world, anxiety has become a common issue for many people. The constant pressure to succeed, the fear of the unknown, and the overwhelming amount of information bombarding us can all contribute to feelings of anxiety, worry, and fear. However, according to Agapi, there is a way to reprogram anxiety and find calmness within ourselves.Together, let’s discover the power of love and the ability to tune into our innate abilities. This episode is a reminder that we are never alone and that opening our hearts can lead to healing and a sense of peace.Key Takeaways:[02:19] Shifting from humanness to divinity[06:46] Joan of Arc monologue[09:22] Loneliness and self-love[16:09] Confidence and connecting with spirit[18:11] Flow and inspiration in writing[23:01] Feeling alone and seeking connection[31:17] Loneliness during COVID[36:21] Overcoming anxiety and fear[39:26] Fields of energy and relaxation[47:27] Letting spirit love us[50:06] Greek accent and cultural identity[53:19] Asking for help is powerfulWhere to find our guest:Website: https://wakeuptothejoyofyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agapisees/Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Agapi-Stassinopoulos/author/B001H6L2WQ?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueAudible: https://www.audible.com/author/Agapi-Stassinopoulos/B001H6L2WQMemorable Quotes:"Start to access the part of you that feels alone on this earth, the part of you that names this aloneness as loneliness and see that part of you as a part that also wants to express and has longings and feelings and wisdom at the same time." – Agapi Stassinopoulos"And you ask with all your heart, allow me to know that presence right now, allow me to receive it, allow me to open up my heart, to really love myself as I am, and bring into consciousness, into awareness, parts of you that have felt denied, that have felt hurt, that have felt betrayed, that have felt disappointed, that might have felt hurt, that might have felt hurt, that might have felt afraid to move on, parts of yourself that feel maybe you're not good enough.” – Agapi Stassinopoulos"Somewhere in our human condition, we have tightened ourselves thinking if we accomplished more, if we did more, we will prove our worthiness and our value. Well, I want to tell you something, my dear friends, there is nothing, nothing you need to do, but open your heart and let the love in.” – Agapi StassinopoulosTo stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fitness is not just about the body, but also about mental and emotional health. The key to confidence in one's body is not the state of the body itself but the attitude towards it. In this episode, Ronan Diego shares his personal journey to health and fitness and discusses his philosophy on the subject. His philosophy emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique body type and using fitness as a means of conscious connection with the body.Ronan is the Director of Health Programming at Mindvalley and a renowned expert in health and wellness. He is the creator of several Mindvalley programs, including an intermittent fasting program “Beyond Fasting”, home workout program, and co-creator of the high-intensity interval training program “10X”. Ronan is known for his unique, fun, and enlightening teaching style and has a proven track record of success in the fitness and health industry.Ronan’s personal journey to health and fitness serves as an inspiration for those looking to improve their own health and wellness. He believes that fitness is about conscious connection with the body rather than serving the ego, and emphasizes that there is no ideal body for everyone and people should focus on understanding what their bodies need. His programs at Mindvalley are designed to help individuals achieve their health and fitness goals while maintaining a healthy mindset.Key Takeaways:00:02:20 Ronan's journey to health and fitness00:10:55 The danger of using fitness to serve the ego00:15:05 The importance of mindset in fitness00:18:40 Importance of showing up and fulfilling body's potential00:20:00 Letting go of external body goals00:21:25 Ronan's approach to fitness and health00:24:25 Overview of Ronan's Mindvalley programs00:26:10 Mindful eating and intermittent fasting in Beyond Fasting 00:29:40 Autophagy concept00:30:55 Advanced home workouts and minimum effective dose00:33:05 Inefficient pushups and effective pushups00:35:40 High-intensity interval trainingWhere to find our guest:Website: https://www.mindvalley.com/programsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronandiegoinsta/Memorable Quotes:"Fitness is supposed to serve the body. Fitness is the capability of the body to go through stress and recover from it fast." – Ronan Diego"What makes people confident about their body is the attitude of showing up. Not even if the body is not in the ideal state, but you're showing up to your body and taking care of it and saying, ‘Hey, the idea is not that I will manipulate you to become what I want it to be, but I will show up. I'll give you my best, I will try to understand what my body needs.’” – Ronan Diego"All that fitness is to prepare you for moments in life where really matters. You are there, healthy and strong, ready to take care of the person who you love the most because you have, we have built a body that supports you for that. I think this is health and fitness is for, it's for to prepare you for moments that your body will provide you the resources and energy to show up for what really matters in life” – Ronan DiegoTo stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Filmmaker and photographer Louie Schwartzberg explores the power of gratitude, discussing its benefits in reducing stress and increasing happiness. He also delves into the therapeutic uses of psilocybin mushrooms for cancer patients. Louie emphasizes the importance of being in the moment and savoring the present, highlighting how gratitude can lead to a more fulfilling life.

Do you want to unlock your full creative potential and find balance in your life? In this episode of The Mindvalley Show, Vishen interviews internationally renowned Emirati DJ, DJ Bliss. As the first Emirati DJ to achieve a number-one album on iTunes and sign with major music companies like BMG and Universal, DJ Bliss serves as an inspiration for a whole new generation of musicians. Today DJ Bliss shares his story of finding success and fulfillment and how it can come from unexpected places. How he incorporates spirituality into his daily life, allowing him to navigate the high-energy world of the entertainment industry with a strong mind, body, and soul connection. Through meditation and mindfulness practices, DJ Bliss found a sense of balance that not only helped him excel in his career but also led him to create a unique sound. His story inspires us to explore the unexpected and find our own paths to success. But what is the secret to creating unique music? Let's dive deeper into DJ Bliss's mental models and practices to find out. Key Takeaways:[00:47] Where DJing Started[05:12] Overcoming COVID[07:21] Approach to Building a Career[13:29] Spirituality in Clubbing & Reality TV[16:47] Spirituality vs. Judgement[17:53] Abundance and Meditation[22:39] Energy Architecture[24:19] Daily Affirmations[27:36] Juggling Family and Career[33:49] AI and Music[37:10] The Future of Creativity and Technology[38:33] DJ Bliss's Upcoming Plans[39:08] The Bliss List and Abundance Meditation Where to Find Our Guest:Website: https://www.djbliss.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djblissdubai/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djblissSpotify: DJ BlissApple: DJ BlissYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/djbliss Memorable Quotes:“I try to do as much as I can to find balance. So if this is all the way left, is all the way right, if I do both, then I can meet somewhere in the middle, and that's where I try to be. .” - DJ Bliss“If you really want to do something and you put your mind to it, you are gonna do it.” DJ Bliss“Because I was not the cool kid in school, I wouldn't get invited to the parties. So I'm like, how do I get to these parties? So I said, Let me play some music.” DJ Bliss  Resources Mentioned:Abundance App: https://www.mindvalley.com/welcome/abundance To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could tap into the incredible healing powers of your mind simply by changing your thoughts? Today’s guest is Marisa Peer, a hypnotherapist and the author of Tell Yourself a Better Lie. In this episode, Marisa takes you on a guided meditation to hypnotize your body into perfection. It is not magic or woo-woo; it is science and a testament to the inherent healing power of your brain. Marisa has healed herself from cancer twice, regrown bone, and healed wounds with repetitive and positive influence over her mind.Marisa empowers you to shift your language to direct, instruct, command, compel, and code your body into a wellness machine. She teaches you the foundational techniques so you can demand your body to heal on the cellular level. Your brain acts on your beliefs. You can choose better thoughts, believe better lies and imagine better outcomes. Marisa demonstrates the power of language and how shifting the words you use can dramatically affect the health of your body and mind. If you want to be the director of your physical destiny, listen now! Key Takeaways:[1:00] Commanding Your Body To Heal Itself [3:00] Your Job Is To Think Better Thoughts[5:00] Your Mind Acts on Your Beliefs[12:30] Recovering From Womb Cancer[14:00] Do Not Take Ownership of Any Disease[15:30] The D.I.C.C.C Technique [24:00] Shifting Into Love For Your Body [25:00] It Only Works In The Present Tense[27:00] You Must Be Specific with Your Commands[33:30] Directing Your Mind with Language [38:30] The Directed Healing Method  Where to Find Our Guest:MarisaPeer.com Tell Yourself A Better Lie Instagram Memorable Quotes:“Not my migraine, my cancer, my irritable bowel, because if you call something mine, you own it. It’s an ownership word. You might say, this is my kid, this is my home, now I’ve got my irritable bowel, my tension headaches, so I didn’t want to be a cancer survivor or talk about my cancer.” [14:15] -Marisa Peer“Here’s another rule of your mind; every thought you think is a blueprint that your mind, body, and psyche work to make real, so when you say I’m directing, instructing, commanding, and coding my mind to build a perfect body, speed up my metabolic rate, improve my digestion, it becomes real.” [22:05] -Marisa Peer“This is not magic. It’s actually science. Neuroplasticity means that your thoughts that you’re thinking are changing the shape of you, changing the shape of your brain, your body.” [39:58] -Marisa Peer To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you desire to triumph over life's challenges with a powerful combination of love, passion, intention, and self-reflection? Look no further as Mostafa Salameh reveals the key to conquering obstacles with a positive mindset and a purposeful heart.Mostafa Salameh is a renowned mountain climber who has conquered some of the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest. From humble beginnings as a Palestinian refugee, he faced numerous challenges growing up, but his dedication to overcoming obstacles has led him to incredible heights. Mostafa's personal journey has not only taken him to the summit of Everest but also to the completion of the Grand Slam, which involves crossing the North and South Pole and climbing all seven summits.Are you tired of being told to just push through your obstacles without any real guidance? Are you tired of feeling stuck and unfulfilled? It's time to ignite your inner fire, cultivate a harmonious inner world through self-reflection and spiritual growth, break free from barriers through discipline and knowledge, and conquer life's challenges by establishing mini-Everests. Say goodbye to ineffective actions and hello to real transformation. Key Takeaways:00:00:00 - Refugee to Mountain Climber00:01:33 - Five Principles from Sufism00:05:05 - Pursuing a Dream00:09:37 - Climbing the Seven Summits00:12:28 - Overcoming Adversity00:13:20 - Growing up as a Palestinian refugee00:16:42 - Misconceptions about refugees00:19:11 - Sufism and conquering mountains00:22:02 - Five lessons from Sufi tradition00:25:29 - Loving life00:27:28 - The Importance of Passion and Learning00:28:16 - The Practice of Discipline00:29:31 - Seeing Life as a Mountain00:31:21 - Create Mini Everest00:31:44 - Good Intention Goes a Long Way Where to Find Our Guest:Website: https://www.mostafasalameh.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mostafasalameh/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mostafa.salameh.397 Memorable Quotes:“Everything is achievable, and nothing is impossible.” - Mostafa Salameh“We should not give up on our dreams, we should not give up on anything, because this is what makes us human.” - Mostafa Salameh“Any change that I want to make in anything in life, I have to start with myself.” - Mostafa Salameh  To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could achieve peak performance at any age? Today on The Mindvalley Show, Steven Kotler questions everything you know about aging and teaches you how to increase your lifespan with action sports, community, and play. Steven is the founder and director of the Flow Research Collective and the author of eleven best-selling books. Today he explains the ideas behind his latest publication, Gnar Country, a book that will permanently change how you view aging and human potential. Society teaches you that aging makes you fragile, but Steven thinks the opposite is true. Aging starts when action stops. He shares the key components necessary to achieve peak performance with action sports that support dynamic movement as you age. If you can master strength, agility, balance, and flexibility, you can live a longer life and have the energy to enjoy it. Movement is only a part of the equation. Steven points out that play and community are vital to reversing your biological clock. Age truly is just a number, and in this episode, Steven gives you the framework to take control of your health and happiness. Join us to access the ultimate guide to longevity! Key Takeaways:[1:30] What is Gnar Country  [4:00] The Five Categories of Functional Fitness[7:00] Bones are The Mineral Factory of The Body [9:30] The Difference Between Balance and Agility [11:30] How Leg Strength Affects Your Aging Brain[15:00] Getting into Flow for Peak Performance Aging [18:00] Picking the Right Sport for You[21:30] Changing the Way You Learn [27:30] Why You Need Outdoor Activities [30:00] Activating the Flow State  Where to Find Our Guest:StevenKotler.com Gnar Country FlowResearchCollective.com Memorable Quotes:“If you keep training these skills, you get to hang on to them and even advance them far later in life than anyone thought possible.” [2:20] -Steven Kotler“We think there is a motor learning window that slams shut, and it turns out there is a motor learning window, and it does sort of close, but what really changes is not on the inside, it’s how we approach learning. Kids learn by playing, adults learn by work, and work comes with a lot more fear.” [21:09] -Steven Kotler  To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if I told you that you were living in an illusion? Today we question the nature of reality with Dr. Srikumar Rao, author of Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots; he is a groundbreaking business coach and speaker who taps into ancient concepts that are still relevant to post-industrial society. This timeless wisdom will wake you from the illusion of dissatisfaction and desire. In this episode, Dr. Rao shares three powerful ideas that will shift your perception of reality and help unlock your capacity for joy. Happiness does not depend on anything; Dr.Rao points out that the idea that your joy hinges on your accomplishments is the illusion of want. You are chasing a feeling that you think will set you free, but the bigger house, the better job, and more money are not what will bring you joy because you can tap into eternal bliss under any conditions.He explains the Hindu concept of Ānanda, the state of being which allows you to let go of your earthly attachments and achieve eternal bliss. Ānanda is your natural state of being because the universe is benevolent, and everything you experience is neither good nor bad, so you do not need to chase anything. Everything in your life is as it should be and isdesigned specifically for your growth and fulfillment. Dr. Rao demystifies the mindset necessary to unlock eternal bliss. Join us to recognize the illusion you’re living in so that you can set yourself free from it and experience the beauty of life as it unfolds before you. Key Takeaways:[2:00] Modern Wisdom Ancient Roots[3:30] You Are Living In An Illusion[9:20] Searching For a Sense of Fullness [12:00] Recognizing The Dilemma [18:35] The Happiness Illusion[27:45] You are Ānanda[31:25] Gratitude is a Feeling [39:00] The Benevolent Universe [42:00] Is the Universe Friendly? Where to Find Guest:TheRaoInstitute.com Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots Memorable Quotes:“You cannot solve an internal problem with external action.” [11:00] -Dr. Srikumar Rao“You’re introducing duality. There is me, and there is something else, which will make me feel a particular manner. In reality, there is only one. There is no me to experience something else, we are all one.” [13:20] - Dr. Srikumar Rao To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on The Mindvalley Show, we are creating a framework to develop your child's passion and vision for life. Our guest is Mathew Knowles, the father of legendary Beyonce and Solange Knowles and the visionary behind Destiny's Child. He gives insight into his mindset as a parent and how you can help your children achieve their wildest dreams.No one can be great at everything, yet parents commonly pressure their children into being straight-A students, assume extracurricular activities, and expect perfection unseen in the adult world. Mathew believes perfection kills your child's creativity and prevents them from realizing their passions. He teaches you to nurture your children's natural abilities instead of molding them into your vision. We discuss the importance of honesty. Mathew reveals that he never hid his mistakes and struggles from his children. This honest communication set Beyonce and Solange up for success in the real world. Without experiencing failure, your children can't grow, and one big mistake could be their catalyst for greatness. Mathew imparts his key ingredients to develop your children's passion so they can dream big and never fear failure. All children have greatness inside them, and today we learn how you can become the positive influence your children need to achieve their vision. Your words and actions unconsciously influence your children's understanding of the world. Join us to discover how you can grow as a parent and help your child achieve their dreams. Key Takeaways:[2:00] Raising an Inspiring Daughter[3:40] Growing up With Racial Trauma [8:00] Living a Life of Integrity [10:40] The Catalyst of Mathew’s Career[14:45] Identifying Your Child’s Passion[17:35] Supporting Your Kid’s Passion[19:00] Kids Can’t be Experts in Everything[23:40] Sharing Your Failures with Your Kids[29:00] A Child’s Innate Vision[32:45] Talk-to-Do Ratio [36:30] The Words You Choose Matter Where to Find Our Guest: The DNA of Achievers: 10 Traits of Highly Successful Professionals Destiny's Child: The Untold Story Memorable Quotes:“I realize, every area we’re not experts in. I think parents sometimes we forget that, that ourselves we’re not experts in every area. There will be some areas our kid will struggle in.” [19:41] -Mathew Knowles“We also shared our mistakes with them, and our failures with them. We didn’t hide that from our kids and I think that was a positive thing.” [23:43] -Mathew Knowles Words matter, especially with kids. What words you say is critically important, and I think when we have a topic like race, or we have a topic like education we have to be really careful how we say these words to our kids, because they’re like an empty glass, and we’re filling them up with our belief system.” [40:10] -Mathew Knowles  To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on The Mindvalley Show, we explore the connection between mental and physical transformation. Our guests are Yasir Khan and Ronan Oliveira, two dynamic fitness experts who transformed from humble beginnings to excel in the field of full body transformation. Yasir is the founder of TWB Gym in Dubai, a revolutionary approach to fitness that incorporates nutrition, stoicism, and personalized workouts that facilitate a complete metamorphosis of the subconscious.Ronan Oliveira is the head of Mindvalley's Health and Fitness and co-creator of our 10x program. He shares how growing up in fitness-obsessed Brazil influenced his approach to health and shaped his journey to creating a program that has helped over 300,000 people. In this episode, we discuss the mindset needed to develop discipline, habits, and a lifestyle that rewards you with your dream body. Yasir teaches you that fitness goes beyond physical exertion and breaks down the nutritional aspect of his program and how he helps break down the subconscious to rebuild a resilient mind in his clients. Join us as we tear down the stereotypes of fitness and discuss a new paradigm of physical and mental discipline.  Key Takeaways:[2:20] Humble beginnings with Yasir and Ronan[8:00] Yasir’s world-class TYB gym [11:00] Neural Linguistic Programming and Stoicism [14:00] Activating a neutral state of mind [18:00] Transforming one person at a time [22:30] Conquering the subconscious [29:50] The Rolls Royce of gym equipment[40:30] The VIP training room [43:00] Building the right habits Where to Find Yasir Khan:TYBNow.comInstagram  Where to Find Ronan Oliveira 10xFitnessInstagram Memorable Quotes:“If you can change just one person from that you are going to impact everyone’s life because everyone is connected.” [21:23] -Yasir Khan“You don’t need to remove fat from your diet in order to remove fat from your body. You need to eat even more fat!” [25:18] -Yasir Khan “The most important time of day is right before you sleep and right after you wake up, these two points set the tone of what you’re going to do in the day.” [27:30] -Yasir Khan“It’s your hard work and it’s your transformation. If you want to improve your life and if you want to transform your life, it’s not about getting the body, it’s about the discipline and the lifestyle, because as I said, I don’t believe there are great people, but there are great habits, so you need to build those habits and that happens slowly.” [41:40] -Yasir Khan  To stay connected and to learn more about Vishen and Mindvalley, click on the links below: Website: Mindvalley.comYouTube: @vishenlakhianiInstagram: @mindvalleyInstagram: @vishenFacebook: @mindvalley Subscribe to 'Mindvalley Membership' to discover 65+ transformational Mindvalley programs – at a surprisingly low annual fee here 👉 https://go.mindvalley.com/NOW  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices