Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter

Who’s your best friend? Did you say yourself? You should, because there’s no one more important to you than you. You may think there is, but you can only experience other people through your own state of consciousness. So your state of consciousness is the most important determining factor for your relationships and your happiness in life.So how do you treat yourself? How do you talk to yourself? Are you loving and kind, or critical and harsh? Do you spend quality time with yourself uninterrupted and undistracted, or do you avoid yourself? Do you dread spending extended alone time with just yourself, or do you love it? The answer to this question is the real measure of your happiness. In this podcast, I talk about the nature of our relationship with ourselves. I share 3 simple but powerful steps for improving that relationship. I talk about a practical tool that a shaman in Peru taught me for giving ourselves some much needed self-love. And I share how we can deepen our relationship with ourself in a way that improves our relationships with everyone around us.Remember, if the source of happiness was on top of the world's tallest mountain or at the bottom of the deepest ocean, it would have been discovered long ago and everyone would make a pilgrimage to this place. But instead, the universe put that source of happiness in the last place anyone would think to look — within.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

There is an epidemic sweeping the world. You may have it and not even know it.That disease is called denialism, and it's not just psychological. It manifests as physical symptoms and can negatively impact every aspect of our life.We live in a world where appearances matter more than truth. We are rewarded if we can shove down our pain, ignore our stress, and drown our sorrows. But when all of those problems bubble under the surface, eventually they explode.Denial is one of the major, if not the number one cause, of chronic pain, addiction, mental crises, anger outbursts, and many of the physical disorders and diseases in our world.The fact is, we need to feel to heal. We need to address what's going on beneath the surface so that we can release it in a healthy way. In this podcast, I share how to do exactly that.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

What if your entire life is being shaped by wounds you don’t even know you have?Most of us carry emotional scars buried so deep, we’re not even aware they exist. And because we don’t see them, we don’t know we need healing—let alone how to begin.Trauma isn’t always dramatic. Sometimes, it’s subtle. It’s the weight of things unspoken, inherited pain passed down from generations, childhood moments that left marks, or a society that never taught us how to feel safe.The real issue? Our world doesn’t teach us how to heal. It teaches us to distract, to numb, to escape. And so we go on, letting the past quietly control the present.In my latest podcast, I share a simple but powerful 3-step process for healing emotional wounds. It’s a way to break the cycle—for yourself, and for those around you.You don’t have to live stuck in pain.You don’t have to pass it on.Here’s how to start healing—even if you don’t know where to begin.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

When we look around and see the suffering in this world, it can be easy to wonder what the point of life is. But it is not our world that shows us the suffering. It is our mind.When we are happy, we notice the kindness and beauty in this world. When we are in pain, we only see the bad stuff.In today's podcast, I talk about how we can change our mindset, not to tune out the world's problems, but because only by changing our level of consciousness can we actually create real and lasting change in this beautiful world.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

Why do we exist? Are we here to suffer? Is life a tragedy? Or, is life a cosmic joke? Are we the punchline? Is the joke on us? Sometimes, it's easy to wonder why we are here on this Earth if life is so full of suffering. But one thing is clear; there is a way out of this suffering. The more seriously we take life, the more we suffer. The more attached we are to the physical world, the more we suffer. And the more consumed we are by desire, the more we suffer.Only when we tap into the spiritual dimension, can we find the everlasting joy and humor in the physical one.In today's podcast, I share how we can connect to the deeper reality of our existence. I talk about how to stop taking life so seriously, how to develop a sense of humor about it all, and how to release the immense and needless pressure we put on ourselves.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

Our friends, family, neighbors, community, society and the media all tell us what makes a perfect life. It's inescapable. We're supposed to graduate at 18, go to college, get rich, get married, get a house and 2.5 kids all by the time we're 30. We're supposed to remain in the same profession until we retire at 60. And if we do it all just right, we'll be happy.But human beings are not all the same. What if following the plans of someone else doesn't make us happy? What if our life doesn't line up with society's schedule? How can we follow our own path without letting down our parents and family? And how can we be sure we'll find happiness on an uncharted journey into the complete unknown?In this podcast, I talk about these questions and more. I discuss what prevents us from being truly happy, why we feel the need to follow someone else's path, and how we can discover the bigger life that was meant for us. I share how to overcome the fear that stops us. And I talk about how to stop always comparing our life to other people's and to what could've been, so we can enjoy the one and only brief ride we have on this remarkable planet.00:00 Introduction 01:41 Dealing with fear06:38 Missing out09:20 3 ways to handle FOMO11:48 I got FOMO (and here's how I handled it)14:31 Every story needs a dragonPlease enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

Dive into the subjective nature of life, likening it to a psychedelic trip where perception shapes reality. Explore how focusing on the present moment can unveil genuine peace and enlightenment from within. Embrace the vibrant journey of existence by cultivating love, presence, and gratitude. Discover how this shift in perspective can lead to not just personal growth, but a collective transformation in society.

The discussion dives into the often-overlooked inner world, emphasizing how our thoughts shape our reality. By mastering our minds, we can regain control and transform our external circumstances. The journey toward true freedom lies in personal spiritual growth and recognizing our egos. The podcast also highlights the profound concept of universal oneness, focusing on how embracing inner freedom can lead to a more connected and fulfilling life. Tune in for insightful meditation techniques and spiritual lessons to inspire peace.

Having the approval and praise of others is a natural human desire. We evolved to depend on each other for our survival, and so maintaining strong social bonds is in our DNA. But too often, people may voice their disapproval who do not have our best interests at heart. Other times, people may be too overcome with fear and worry to approve of people's lifestyles and choices that are different from theirs.So how can we navigate these uncertain waters? How can we know when to take advice and when to follow our hearts? And how can we do what we feel to be right without letting other people's judgments, criticisms and unhelpful opinions bring us down?I share my answer to these and other questions in this podcast. I also give my simple 3-step process for how to make big dreams a reality without being affected by the negative opinions of others. Only we can know what's best for ourselves. Other people can only know what's best for them. Here's how we can block out the noise, stay focused on the goal, and achieve great things.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.*****If my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I’d be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the Podcast And if you’d like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

Discover the host's candid exploration of childhood struggles with addiction and the societal views on escapism. Learn five transformative lessons aimed at fostering healthier habits from an early age. Dive into insightful discussions on personal growth, the fluidity of identity, and the power of compassion. Embrace meditation as a tool for emotional management, promoting kindness and understanding in everyday interactions. These valuable insights offer guidance for a smoother and more fulfilling life journey.