The Being Human Podcast with Richard Atherton

In this enlightening discussion, Byron Katie, a renowned author and speaker known for 'The Work', shares her transformative journey from struggle to self-realization. She explains her method of self-inquiry, urging listeners to question their negative thoughts through four powerful questions. Topics include the fallacy of a positive mindset, the illusion of pain as a mental construct, and the importance of self-awareness and kindness in overcoming ego. Katie's insights promote a profound understanding of personal freedom and emotional clarity.

▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   This week we see Marcel Schwantes return to the show.  Marcel is an author, leadership coach, and advocate for humane workplace practices. His journey into leadership began during his time working in a toxic hospital environment, where relentless stress landed him in the emergency room—an experience that profoundly shaped his views on leadership and well-being. He now challenges traditional, warlike business narratives, advocating for radical love and humanity in leadership.  His work inspires leaders to foster compassionate, thriving businesses by shifting focus from competition to collaboration and introspection. We talk: Agape love “Eufear”: the good fear Retiring "target customers"‘ Working for love The 5 principles of Love In Action Links: Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss - The Book Marcel’s Website Marcel’s LinkedIn Profile Marcel’s Substack Subscribe for more transformative conversations!

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   My guest this week is Dr.Ibrahim Karim, renowned for pioneering BioGeometry, a science that harmonizes energy in living systems and environments.  Educated as an architect, Dr. Karim initially followed in his father's footsteps. His talents were recognized by the Egyptian government who asked him to manage the plan for the whole Red Sea area and South Sinai, contributing to a huge rise in tourism. Dr. Karim later began to synthesize modern concepts of physics and harmonics with the insights he gained from his interest in ancient Egyptian knowledge, Radiesthesia, and Pythagorean theories. Culminating in his founding of BioGeometry, he started to integrate his knowledge with architectural principles to create designs that enhance the energetic quality of spaces. His work in BioGeometry has profoundly impacted urban planning, environmental design, and holistic health, offering innovative solutions for energy balance and well-being. We talk: The hidden life force driving everything Turning a Tesla into a healing cocoon Using shapes to boost milk production Why reincarnation is a flawed concept Who really built the pyramids Links: Dr. Karim’s Website Books by Dr. Karim The BioGeometry YouTube Channel   Subscribe for more transformative conversations!  

In this conversation with Matt Presti, a multidisciplinary artist and philosopher dedicated to Walter Russell's legacy, listeners discover the profound links between creativity, spirituality, and personal growth. They explore the concept of two-way thinking—reflecting inward while engaging with the world. Presti shares insights on overcoming trauma, achieving balance, and the transformative potential of embracing one's genius. Through discussions on the interplay of light and existence, he inspires a deeper introspection and connection with universal truths.

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   My guest this week is Peter Merry, multifaceted thinker and social entrepreneur with a background in languages and theater. Influenced by radical ideas on sanity and society, Peter's journey blends philosophy, social entrepreneurship, and education.  Peter’s extraordinary life path has taken him from avant-garde theatre in Paris, to delivering education in Ghana, to helping an IBM business unit achieve triple-digit business growth. He's now working on cutting-edge technology with the potential to help humankind make its next leap in consciousness. Meet the man on the frontier! We talk: How flatworms don't just grow back their heads The nature of time Working energetically with businesses Can we reintegrate the feminine? The ultimate magic lamp Links: Peter’s Website Subscribe for more transformative conversations! 

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   My guest this week is Kute Blackson, a transformational teacher and author. At 8, he was giving impromptu sermons in his famous father’s megachurch. At 18, he was expected to follow in his father’s footsteps. Instead, he left everything behind in Ghana to pursue his dreams in Los Angeles with just two suitcases and $800. Renouncing an ordained ministry that wasn't his true calling, Kute embraced the realm of personal growth and self-help, studying with mentors like Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra.  Through extensive global travels, he has hosted numerous transformational retreats and seminars. If you’ve ever struggled with letting go, trusting your path, or feeling aligned with your purpose, this conversation is for you. We talk: The true nature of magic and how we unknowingly block it How to reconnect with intuition and hear life’s subtle guidance The balance between surrender and goal-setting Overcoming fear, ego, and conditioning to live authentically Get Kute’s book: The Magic of Surrender Learn more about Kute & his work: KuteBlackson.com Listen to Kute’s podcast: Soul Talk: http://podcast.kuteblackson.com/ Join his free course: 8 Levels of Gratitude: 8LevelsofGratitude.com   Subscribe for more transformative conversations! 🙌

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   My guest this week is Dr. Mauro Zapaterra,  a Harvard-trained MD and PhD, directing Multidisciplinary Catatonic Research at the Innovation Medical Group. An expert in cerebrospinal fluid, his work explores its role in the human system, combining insights from both science and spirituality. Dr. Zapaterra's research highlights the dynamic nature of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), its importance during brain development, and its complex composition. We discuss: The 'aha' moment when Mauro first discovered CSF Virtuous brainwashing DMT, the pineal gland and cerebrospinal fluid Why you should drink more Why heart rate variability is a good thing Links: Dr. Zapaterra’s Website

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/ My guest this week is Joel Schafer, a personal empowerment mentor & shamanic dreaming arts teacher. Joel’s work is rooted in Toltec knowledge - source of renowned book ‘The Four Agreements’.  His approach involves waiting for moments of clarity and receiving visions to guide his actions, rather than traditional planning, focusing on personal growth, stress reduction, and accessing higher states of consciousness through shamanic practices and life experiences. We discuss: Guidance over goals Joining the local shaman at 16 Understanding the meaning of Totality  Just imagination or there really other realms? Movement and energy awareness  Links: Joel’s Website

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/ Executive coach, ju-jitsu champion, and author Josefine Campbell joins us for a second appearance. She shares insights from her new book ‘12 Tools for Managing a Selfish Leader’ outlining practical strategies for dealing with leaders who exhibit dark personality traits in the workplace.  We discuss: The prevalence of sociopathy in organisations Finding resilience to stand-up to bad bosses Tools for handling selfish leaders when you're an introvert Is there a role for sociopaths in organisations? What hope exists for those with dark traits? Links: Josefine’s Website

▶️ Join a free leadership masterclass: https://www.firsthuman.com/masterclass/ ▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/ My guest this week is Lisa Strbac, a person with an incredible life story. Lisa's life took an unexpected turn when conventional medicine failed to help her daughter's autoimmune condition. Skeptical but desperate, she explored homeopathy on a nutritionist's recommendation. The immediate, profound reaction her daughter had to a homeopathic remedy left Lisa astounded. This experience ignited a burning curiosity that led her to abandon her 12-year corporate career as an accountant at Deloitte (where I was also once a consultant). Embracing a radical life change, Lisa dedicated four years to studying homeopathy. Now a practicing homeopath, she passionately advocates for this alternative healing approach. Lisa's journey from skeptic to believer fuels her mission to spread awareness about homeopathy's potential, drawing on her unique perspective of having crossed over from the conventional world. We discuss: How doctors were all once homeopaths The principle of like curing like How it works when ‘there’s nothing there’ The bigger context of a societal shift Towards a pill-free remedy Links: Lisa’s Website Lisa’s Instagram Page