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Tune into this episode with Aaron Ross to learn about the concept of employee ownership and owning, rather than renting, jobs. Whether you're a business owner or an employee, this conversation provides valuable information about lifestyle design from a true expert on the subject. Aaron manages his time so well that he meets his financial obligations and professional commitments with a 25-hour work week. Join us, and learn how to go to the next level in your life. Find Out More About Aaron Here: Predictable Revenue Predictable University Aaron Ross on LinkedIn Aaron Ross on Twitter From Impossible to Inevitable In This Episode: [01:40] - Aaron starts off the conversation by talking about his background and his many children. He also addresses how much of his time he spends away from home versus with his family. [05:15] - It's taken Aaron a lot of years to get to the point where he can make the money he needs from relatively few hours per week, he explains. [09:00] - We hear more about Aaron's book From Impossible to Inevitable. [12:13] - Aaron elaborates on the concept of renting a job that he has been talking about, comparing it to the experience of owning versus renting a house or car. [14:39] - What does Aaron do when he has employees who are just there putting in the minimum not to get fired? [16:53] - We hear Aaron's recommendations for careerists and CEOs, setting aside the clockers and complainers for the moment. [18:49] - Stephan and Aaron discuss some things that managers struggle with. Aaron then digs into what he calls forcing functions. [22:27] - Should you get rid of the complainers in your organization? [25:12] - Leaving your job because you're working for a toxic person isn't always easy, Aaron points out, and acknowledges that there are certain circumstances where you may need to stay for a while. [27:49] - Stephan talks about a recommendation that he got from Dr. John Demartini for the hiring process. [30:15] - Aaron talks about the StrengthsFinder test. [32:09] - We learn about the difference between earning money and creating money. [35:23] - What's better: trying to do your side hustle and turn it into a business while you're still employed, or quit your job and throw yourself into your business venture? [40:02] - Aaron discusses one of his exercises for increasing your deal size. [42:11] - We hear three pieces of advice for someone who is looking to go to the next level in their life. [44:37] - Where can listeners get in touch with Aaron to learn more about him or work with him? Links and Resources: Predictable Revenue Predictable University Aaron Ross on LinkedIn Aaron Ross on Twitter From Impossible to Inevitable From Impossible to Inevitable by Aaron Ross and Jason Lemkin Predictable Revenue by Aaron Ross and Marylou Tyler Salesforce Ephraim Olschewski on the Optimized Geek Tony Robbins Dr. John Demartini on the Optimized Geek StrengthsFinder DiSC Grant Cardone The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone

My guest, Arman Sadeghi, is a business coach who focuses on well-rounded success that involves a balanced life. He works with successful business owners, entrepreneurs, CEOs and professionals who want to crush business and retire young. In our conversation, you'll learn his tips, tricks, and hacks to achieve dramatic success without sacrificing any area of your life. Find Out More About Arman Here: Titanium Success Arman Sadeghi on Instagram Arman Sadeghi on Facebook The Business Bible by Arman Sadeghi Titanium Life podcast with Arman Sadeghi In This Episode: [01:38] - Arman starts things off by talking about how to create the life of your dreams and have both balance and great success. [07:00] - How does Arman incentivize people in the challenges he has been talking about? [09:38] - Stephan shares the "wheel of life" analogy for getting balance in your life. Arman then talks about his own wheel. [14:52] - We hear about some of Arman's routines and rituals to help keep him on task and not sacrificing one area of his life to benefit another. [18:58] - Arman talks about how he ended up with seven companies, which he credits to "getting bored very easily." [22:04] - Arman finds it more fun to be a business owner than a business operator. [23:16] - How does Arman discover whether he's an artist, entrepreneur, or manager, and how does he attract the right people to fill the gaps? In his answer, he also illustrates why it's so important to understand which of those areas you're strongest at. [28:47] - Typically, most of us are naturally good at one of the three areas, and are able to make a second work, but need to find someone who's naturally good at that third area. [29:43] - Arman talks about whether you should incentivize someone with equity. [31:50] - What are the secrets to finding the people who will figuratively fill the empty seats on your bus? [35:31] - Stephan takes a moment to share his own process for finding and hiring new candidates. [38:19] - We hear more about Arman's KPI dashboards, which are different between each of his businesses and even at different phases of each business. He uses the analogy of various gauges and lights in a car to explain the things he keeps track of in his businesses. [47:08] - Is operating cash a red warning light, or is it something you always want to keep an eye on? [49:25] - Arman shares a hack that has made a big difference for him: doing important things rather than urgent things. [53:44] - How can people work with Arman directly? Links and Resources: Titanium Success Arman Sadeghi on Instagram Arman Sadeghi on Facebook The Business Bible by Arman Sadeghi Titanium Life podcast with Arman Sadeghi Tony Robbins Avicii Steve Jobs Dr. John Demartini

Douglas Bentley joins me in this episode to explore the topic of change and permanence, among many others. Douglas was a monk at Oneness University in India for over a decade, during which time he studied directly under Sri Bhagavan. He has since returned to the West to serve as a teacher and spiritual guide. I met Doug in India in 2012, and have been wanting to have him on my show for years. I'm excited to share his wisdom with you in today's show, and hope that this conversation can be the beginning of something big for you. Find Out More About Douglas Here: Douglas Bentley Douglas Bentley on Facebook Douglas Bentley on Instagram Douglas Bentley on YouTube In This Episode: [03:28] - Doug talks about his process of going from a web designer to a monk in India, describing his background in the process. [07:01] - We learn that Doug was the only Western monk during the time he was there, and was one of the first Westerners to be a monk there at all. [07:50] - Doug takes a moment to describe what an avatar is, and explain how people in India see holy people. [11:13] - Are an avatar and a guru two different things? [13:22] - Being awakened permanently is something to be sought after, but having awakened states doesn't compare. Doug goes into depth about the differences between the two, despite the similarities of what they're called. [18:58] - Stephan points out that we easily get caught up with identifying ourselves with our roles in life, such as thinking of oneself as a lawyer instead of someone who practices law. [22:33] - When and where did Doug start having profound experiences? [25:09] - Doug discusses some ways to achieve a better state of consciousness, which include jogging, eating well, and living a balanced life. [28:05] - We hear one of the things that Doug has always appreciated about Sri Bhagavan. [32:05] - The more helpless you're willing to become, the faster and deeper your progress will be, Stephan explains. Doug then digs into this idea. [35:05] - Doug shares his thoughts on whether he thinks that the process he has been talking about is also happening at a meta level with humanity in general. [36:29] - Stephan shares a personal story about a very powerful experience that he had between his two trips to India. [40:23] - Doug has watched similar things happen many times during his ten years in India, he explains. [43:47] - For listeners who may not be familiar with the concept, Doug takes a moment to describe Maya. [45:49] - What is liberation? Doug describes it simply as awakening to the truth of reality and what you are. [49:03] - Doug returns to clarifying various terminologies, this time explaining dukkha among other terms. [52:14] - If you believe that your god or divine is a punishing god, that's what you'll experience, Stephan clarifies. Douglas then takes the concept a step further. [56:00] - How can listeners find Douglas to take the next step with him or learn more about the subjects he's been discussing? Links and Resources: Douglas Bentley Douglas Bentley on Facebook Douglas Bentley on Instagram Douglas Bentley on YouTube Tony Robbins Platinum Partnership Oneness University Sri Bhagavan Kundalini Kundalini yoga Diksha Eckhart Tolle Maya Dukkha

Join me and David Ghiyam in a deeply spiritual episode that will dive into such topics as clairvoyance, reactivity, desire, mercy, and so much more. David is a senior lecturer at The Kabbalah Centre as well as the founder of MaryRuth Organics. He believes when you transform your nature for the better, your light of mercy becomes a vessel that receives the light of wisdom and invites blessings. David is full of powerful age-old wisdom that has changed my life, and that I hope and believe will change yours too. Find Out More About David Here: David Ghiyam at The Kabbalah Center David Ghiyam on Twitter David Ghiyam on Facebook David Ghiyam on Instagram David Ghiyam on LinkedIn In This Episode: [01:34] - Let's talk about Kabbalah! David explores what the light is before clarifying the difference between the light of wisdom and the light of mercy. [04:11] - David clarifies that the only way that someone can reveal the light of mercy is to overcome their nature, not just to do good deeds. [07:44] - The light of the creator has all of the types of pleasures and fulfillments that we're looking for within it, David explains. [10:17] - Stephan takes a moment to give a specific example to clarify what it means to give proactively without expectations. [11:57] - David differentiates the kind of prayers that are typical (like praying for health and financial abundance) from praying for things like certainty and desire. [14:58] - What does it mean that certainty is not of this real or dimension? [17:34] - We should be excited about finding a negative attribute ourselves because we can now fix the problem and expand our vessel. [18:24] - David talks about the various aspects of ego. He then digs deeper into pride specifically. [21:28] - As long as we follow the steps that Kabbalah outlines for us, we'll know how to handle any challenge that we face. [25:15] - David talks about the Ana b'Koach prayer and the role it plays as a tool. [27:58] - We hear about the concept that truth before mercy creates chaos, which led Stephan to make a lot of changes. [31:25] - Stephan gives an example from his own life that illustrates the importance of coming at something with mercy instead of just truth. [33:34] - If you eat meat with consciousness, prayer, and gratitude for the animal, then that elevates the animal's soul. David points out that just about everything that you do needs to have this kind of consciousness. [36:31] - David talks more about the Bible, the Zohar, and how they relate to everything he and Stephan have been discussing. [38:01] - We learn about the tree of life and the tree of knowledge. [40:05] - David stumbled on financial success early, and talks about how this experience propelled him to learn the system and wisdom of the Kabbalah. [41:42] - What one thing would David recommend a listener do as the next step? One option is to text "Kabbalah" to 797979. Links and Resources: David Ghiyam at The Kabbalah Center David Ghiyam on Twitter David Ghiyam on Facebook David Ghiyam on Instagram David Ghiyam on LinkedIn The Kabbalah Centre MaryRuth Organics Ana b'Koach prayer The Zohar Kabbalah.com The Power of Kabbalah by Yehuda Berg

The key to ethically influencing people is to leave everything (and everyone) better than you found it. Make sure that you aren't rationalizing the things that you want if they aren't actually good for the other people involved. Today's guest is an expert on influencing people. In fact, his ability to talk his way into (and out of) just about any situation saved his life after he traveled through war zones and was kidnapped twice. Jordan is fascinated by influence and he has interviewed world-famous people at the top of their fields to discover their untapped wisdom. Find Out More About Jordan Here: Jordan Harbinger Jordan Harbinger on Twitter Jordan Harbinger on LinkedIn Jordan Harbinger on Facebook The Jordan Harbinger Show In This Episode: [03:01] - Jordan starts things off by talking about his background in social engineering and social influence. [06:54] - We hear the story of what happened once Jordan decided, as a teenager, that he would find a real criminal for the police. [10:03] - What was the next step for Jordan after these exploits? [14:01] - Jordan talks about how social engineering came into play in the activities he has been talking about. [19:59] - Stephan and Jordan talk about Stuxnet, which infiltrated the Iran nuclear facilities with malware. [21:25] - Jordan discusses applying social influence and social engineering to marketing, specifically to online marketing. [25:45] - We hear an example of Jordan applying his skills at persuasion in a sales and marketing context that has a good result for him, but is also ethical because it's good for the other people involved. [28:12] - We move onto The Jordan Harbinger Show, with Jordan discussing some of the challenges involved in starting over. [30:10] - What is Jordan doing to migrate fans of the Art of Charm podcast over to his new show? [34:28] - Jordan talks about some of the amazing things that someone has done on his behalf after starting his new show. He and Stephan then talk about why people at the bottom and top tend to be helpful, while those in the middle are often jaded and less interested in helping others out. [39:56] - In business, you often see a lot of cases where someone who seems popular among their audience is less popular among their peers for lots of little reasons. [42:59] - Stephan talks about Jay Abraham's concept of preeminence. He then shares a story about the benefits of doing things without the expectation of getting anything in return. [45:19] - If you're playing the game right, you will win both short-term and long-term, Jordan points out. [46:24] - Who has been Jordan's biggest guest since starting the new show? [48:12] - We hear about some of the guests who Jordan is planning or hoping to have on his show in the future. [51:22] - Jordan shares a piece of advice that he wants to make sure listeners understand. [54:58] - How can people get in touch with Jordan to work with him or learn more about what he does? Links and Resources: Jordan Harbinger Jordan Harbinger on Twitter Jordan Harbinger on LinkedIn Jordan Harbinger on Facebook The Jordan Harbinger Show Art of Charm Stuxnet Zig Ziglar Dale Carnegie Jay Abraham on Marketing Speak Byron Katie on the Optimized Geek Simon Sinek on The Jordan Harbinger Show Gretchen Rubin on The Jordan Harbinger Show The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin Jocko Willink on The Jordan Harbinger Show Dan Heath on The Jordan Harbinger Show Bill Browder on The Jordan Harbinger Show Neil Strauss

Today, Barnet Bain is here to help you unleash your own inner creativity in every aspect of your life. Barnet is the author of The Book of Doing And Being: Rediscovering Creativity in Life, Love, and Work, and an award-winning filmmaker who has directed Milton's Secret and worked as a producer of What Dreams May Come. You'll learn all about focusing on desire, expectation, imagination, and much more in an episode that's all about tapping into your creativity and achieving a flow state. Find Out More About Barnet Here: Barnet Bain Barnet Bain on Facebook @BarnetBain on Twitter In This Episode: [01:29] - How can you spark creativity in your work and in your life? In his answer, Barnet points out that creativity isn't simply the domain of a privileged few who are born special. [05:27] - When someone believes that they aren't creative, the amount of creative energy required to create that construct is enormous, Barnet explains. [09:44] - Stephan brings up a specific example of a project that he's working on and wants to amp up desire for. Barnet then responds with a discussion of the tendency of creativity to build and expand upon itself. [12:06] - We hear a clarification about why Stephan isn't as excited about the membership site and courses he's discussing as the coaching and consulting that he generally does. [14:22] - Barnet and Stephan discuss the specifics of Stephan's audience, and how he would tailor his delivery to his audience. [17:49] - If you're teaching to dead air, you're teaching to the past, Barnet points out. In other words, you're talking to a version of yourself that you're conjuring up from the past. [20:45] - Stephan is reminded of a conversation with Dan Sullivan. [21:57] - Barnet digs into what makes an entrepreneur creative, which involves having a certain level of accomplishment. [26:40] - Barnet points out the different relationship with the past and the present between what he has just been describing and where we started talking. [29:17] - Stephan takes a moment to recap what Barnet has been saying and making sure all the nuances are clear. Barnet then discusses how various parts of the brain work. [35:40] - Allowing yourself to have compassion for yourself allows you to have it for others too, Barnet explains. [36:37] - Barnet shares his thoughts on affirmations, and how to make them more than just placating words. [40:52] - What Barnet has been saying reminds Stephan of his conversation with Kristen Ulmer and her book The Art of Fear. [43:14] - Focusing on what we don't want is like ordering the worst thing on the menu, Barnet explains. [48:42] - Stephan shares a powerful distinction that he learned recently about praying for your wishes and desires. [53:18] - Which comes first: desire or fulfillment? Barnet and Stephan discuss the fact that you can't experience desire without having fulfillment first. [55:50] - Stephan recommends that listeners go to Barnet Bain's website and take his Creativity Quotient quiz. Links and Resources: Barnet Bain Barnet Bain on Facebook @BarnetBain on Twitter The Book of Doing And Being: Rediscovering Creativity in Life, Love, and Work Milton's Secret What Dreams May Come Dan Sullivan Kristen Ulmer on the Optimized Geek The Art of Fear by Kristen Ulmer

In this episode, you'll learn more about our problematic addiction to sugar (as well as what you can do about it) with celebrity nutrition expert JJ Virgin. JJ is the person who people go to when they're ready to finally lose weight and transform their health and lives. Tune in to learn how to drop sugar, change your life, and feel better than you ever imagined! I can personally attest to how much difference it makes when you (mostly) quit sugar, so I can't recommend this episode highly enough. Find Out More About JJ Here: JJ VirginJJ Virgin StoreJJ Virgin on FacebookJJ Virgin on InstagramJJ Virgin on Twitter In This Episode: [02:39] - What, exactly, is wrong with sugar? [04:15] - JJ talks about the problem with all-natural sugars such as honey. [06:19] - We learn what happens when we eat a candy bar or drink a soda. As she answers, JJ shares her surprise that candy bars are still available for sale. [08:56] - JJ talks about why fructose is the worst of all. [12:07] - JJ takes a moment to rant about the WIC program for underprivileged children in schools, which provides apple juice. [13:17] - Do artificial sweeteners also increase your risk of diabetes and the other diseases that JJ has been talking about? [15:30] - Which are the worst, and the least-toxic, of the artificial sweeteners? JJ points out that they're all bad, and recommends some natural options instead. [16:56] - Exposure equals preference, JJ points out. [18:16] - The first step in getting off the hamster wheel and getting off your addiction to sugar is wanting to do so, JJ explains, then offers more advice on getting off of sugar. [22:01] - JJ talks about eating cantaloupe, watermelon, grapefruit, and other fruits typically considered healthy. [23:15] - Stephan mentions something that was helpful for him when he got off of sugar, which was going cold turkey. [25:46] - What's the process for going from being a sugar burner to being a fat burner? [28:51] - Stephan points out how much of eating and snacking is based in habit rather than hunger. [30:34] - Is there such a thing as healthy snacking, and what kind of healthy snacks would JJ recommend? [32:52] - JJ talks about whether she recommends people take food sensitivity tests. [37:11] - Is there a particular gut microbiome test that JJ recommends? [39:39] - JJ shares her thoughts on kombucha, a supposedly healthy drink that has sugar in it. [41:00] - What sorts of genetics tests does JJ recommend? [43:19] - We learn about the problems with drinking water from plastic containers. [47:15] - JJ discusses what to do with the specific information on body composition that you can get from a smart scale. [49:05] - JJ offers some of her tips for taking care of yourself while traveling. [50:29] - Does JJ believe in water fasts, or detoxing by taking food completely out of the diet every so often? Links and Resources: JJ Virgin JJ Virgin Store JJ Virgin on Facebook JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on Twitter The Virgin Diet by JJ Virgin The Virgin Diet Cookbook by JJ Virgin JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet by JJ Virgin JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook by JJ Virgin WIC program Immuno Labs Jeffrey Zavik on the Optimized Geek Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory (DSL) 23andMe Simplified Genetics Kurt Johnson on the Optimized Geek PathwayFit Lissa Rankin's TEDx talk

Tamsen Webster, an acclaimed keynote speaker, idea whisperer, and change strategist, is here today. Tamsen brings 20 years of marketing experience and 13 years as a Weight Watchers leader together to create a new public speaking concept. Her revolutionary "red thread" may be exactly what you need to take your speaking to the next level. So if you're ready to become a better communicator and speaker, especially when presenting to groups, you're in the right place! Find Out More About Tamsen Here: @tamadear on Twitter @TamsenWebster on Facebook TamsenWebster.com Find the Red Thread on YouTube In This Episode: [02:38] - What would be a good initial story or case example that Tamsen wants to share about taking speaking (or your life) to another level? [06:00] - Tamsen came to a mantra: "check your dignity at the door." She explains what this means to her. [07:31] - We learn how Tamsen starting her own business changed the role of speaking in her job. [11:24] - Tamsen would never suggest not rehearsing, she explains, but rehearsal takes many forms. [15:42] - Stephan thinks that personal stories are critically important because they humanize you for your audience, he explains. [16:52] - Does Tamsen show people a "before" picture from when she was 50 pounds overweight? [20:04] - There are two approaches to sharing your big signature story, Stephan points out. He then talks about a stem cell therapy procedure that he and his wife, Orion, did together. [24:07] - Some of us are wired in different ways, Tamsen explains, and ties this concept to the idea of serving a greater purpose. [29:12] - When Tamsen is working with her clients, she's incorporating things that she has learned that works, without squashing their personal style. [30:07] - Let's talk about Tamsen's concept of the red thread! She explains what the red thread is, and how she came up with it. She then goes into depth about how it works, why it works, and why you would want to use it. [38:20] - Tamsen realized that if she could get people to answer her set of questions, she could accomplish several things simultaneously. [40:07] - Stephan recaps what Tamsen has said about the red thread, including the five parts that it includes. [42:23] - Tamsen responds to what Stephan has been saying, pointing out one of the reasons that we're often unsuccessful in getting our ideas across. [46:25] - Stephan takes a moment to rave about Tamsen's skill in unfolding a story and connecting the dots. [46:46] - Tamsen explains the origins of the name "the red thread" that she uses to describe her concept. [47:59] - For Stephan, the catalyst for all the changes he made in his life was when he completed a fire walk. [52:16] - We hear Stephan's thoughts about what Tamsen has just been saying about the moment of shift. [53:16] - There are still other people out there fighting the monsters we've already figured out how to slay, Tamsen points out. [55:27] - How can listeners work with Tamsen, and where should they go to find her? Links and Resources: @tamadear on Twitter @TamsenWebster on Facebook TamsenWebster.com Find the Red Thread on YouTube Tamsen Webster on Marketing Speak Blake Snyder Dr. Harry Adelson on the Optimized Geek Bulletproof Conference Dave Asprey on the Optimized Geek Orion Talmay Tony Robbins Unleash the Power Within

This is such a special episode that I have two guests instead of just one! Dr. Eric Pearl is a pioneer in the field of energy healing, and the author of The Reconnection: Heal Others, Heal Yourself. The book has become an international bestseller and is now available in 40 languages. Jillian Fleer is Dr. Pearl's co-instructor for their various programs. Together, they'll explain how reconnective healing works, why it doesn't require training or rules, and how much it's backed by science. Find Out More About Eric and Jillian Here: The Reconnection Dr. Eric Pearl - The Reconnection on Facebook The Reconnection on Instagram @TheReconnection on Twitter About Dr. Eric Pearl About Jillian Fleer Jillian Kalish Fleer on Facebook In This Episode: [02:00] - What is reconnective healing all about, and how does it work? [03:58] - Eric explains what it looks like when someone is getting healed through reconnective healing. [05:38] - Jillian steps in to explain reconnective healing from her perspective, and how the reconnective healing frequencies are distinguishable from what we call "energy" as we know it." [07:58] - We hear in more depth about the differences between reconnective healing and energy that Jillian just mentioned. [11:41] - What would Eric tell someone who's skeptical about this kind of healing and is closed off to the possibility? [13:21] - Stephan responds to Eric's answer about how to reach someone who is skeptical, sharing his own perspective on the topic. [14:10] - Jillian explains why they don't need to worry about "smiley faces or frowny faces," as Stephan has just put it. [16:37] - The divine is not a belief, but an experience, Stephan explains. [18:33] - Jillian loves the way Stephan has just explained receiving reconnective healing. [20:12] - With reconnective healing, people get very involved in "how do I do it?", Eric points out. But there are no how-tos, no steps, no procedures, and no techniques. [22:26] - Eric compares and contrasts other kinds of healing with reconnective healing, explaining where it fits in the spectrum. [25:16] - A lot of it has to do with not directing it, Jillian says, then clarifies what she means by this. [26:44] - If there's no technique, how does one know they're going to a good practitioner who can actually deliver results? [30:57] - Some of us may take on our health challenges for the learning and evolution of those close to us, Eric explains. Jillian then points out that there's a system of oneness that "just is" in reconnective healing. [34:30] - Jillian mentions their course, Reconnective Healing Online Essentials. She and Stephan then take a moment to rave about Thinkific. [35:41] - Eric talks about the book Science Confirms Reconnective Healing by Dr. Konstantin Korotkov. He then talks about the scientific support for reconnective healing. [37:06] - Stephan interrupts for a moment to recommend listening to the episode with Jacob Liberman if you're interested in light. [38:31] - We hear about how Stephan got a better experience of his own theta brain waves. [40:30] - Eric shares his take on different types of brain waves, and what they mean for healing. [44:29] - Eric lists some of the places and dates where he and Jillian will be teaching throughout this year. [45:17] - We hear more about some of the benefits of taking the online program that Eric and Jillian have previously mentioned. [47:44] - Stephan shares a story of blessing someone who he hadn't thought about or been in contact with for years. [49:22] - Jillian takes a moment to talk about Eric's book. [52:26] - We're perfect the way we are, Jillian says. She then shares a story about the tie between reconnective healing and believing that you are enough. [55:05] - With reconnective healing, once you learn to facilitate it, you find that your most recent healings are always the most exciting ones. [56:57] - Jillian discusses the definition of "healing." Eric then offers the example of a hypothetical child or adult with cerebral palsy. [62:23] - Where can listeners take the next step to learn more or work with Eric and Jillian? Links and Resources: The Reconnection Dr. Eric Pearl - The Reconnection on Facebook The Reconnection on Instagram @TheReconnection on Twitter About Dr. Eric Pearl About Jillian Fleer Jillian Kalish Fleer on Facebook Conscious Life Expo Donny Epstein's Transformational Gate Robert Allen on the Optimized Geek Adam Siddiq on the Optimized Geek Dr. Harry Adelson on the Optimized Geek Reconnective Healing Online Essentials Thinkific Jacob Liberman on the Optimized Geek 40 Years of Zen Chris Keane on the Optimized Geek Dr. Joe Dispenza Oneness University Marianne Williamson

Rabbi Daniel Lapin is here to talk about the fascinating connection between spirituality and financial abundance. These things may not immediately seem connected, but as you'll hear, they're intimately related. If you want to have financial abundance, the trick isn't to want money itself. You need to create an environment in which you enter into mutually beneficial situations. Rabbi Lapin will share his deep and powerful insight into how matters of the spirit relate to finances, and offer solid advice for how to achieve financial fulfillment. Find Out More About Daniel Here: Rabbi Daniel Lapin Rabbi Daniel Lapin on Facebook @DanielLapin on Twitter In This Episode: [01:55] - Daniel talks about the intersection of finance and spirituality, because people tend to treat them as completely separate. He also discusses the disproportionate success with money amongst Jewish people as opposed to other groups. [05:06] - Daniel clarifies what he means by "physical" and "spiritual" so we can all be on the same page regarding those terms. [07:18] - What is money? Daniel digs into this question and the importance of establishing the nature of money. [12:05] - Stephan is reminded of a previous episode with Yehuda Ashkenazi in which they talked about money as energy. [12:45] - Daniel likes being very specific and tangible when it comes to money, he explains. [14:33] - What would Daniel say to people who tell themselves unhelpful stories about money? In his answer, he talks about the necessity of trust in the relationship of transactions. [20:32] - We hear Daniel's thoughts on people in the pursuit of money seeing money as win-lose instead of win-win. [22:57] - The Hebrew word for prayer is a reflexive verb, Daniel explains. [24:21] - How would Daniel define prosperity? In his answer, he points out that wealth and poverty are terms that make sense for animals, but not for human beings, because they're relative terms. [29:05] - We hear Daniel's thoughts on the differentiation between tithing and giving to the homeless. [30:56] - Daniel shares a question that someone asked him about the most beneficial way of distributing money. [33:14] - Where does the 10% number for tithing come from? [34:40] - We learn about Daniel's ten commandments for making money in a sustainable way that benefits others. [40:33] - Stephan asks one last question: why does Daniel say that one should never retire? The answer involves forming a genuine relationship with the people you have financial transactions with. [43:42] - Daniel lists some of the places where listeners can learn more from (or about) him. Links and Resources: Rabbi Daniel Lapin Rabbi Daniel Lapin on Facebook @DanielLapin on Twitter American Alliance of Jews and Christians America's Real War Thou Shall Prosper Business Secrets From the Bible Ancient Jewish Wisdom Yehuda Ashkenazi on the Optimized Geek Keith Cunningham Jay Abraham Prosperity Power: Connect for Succe$$