In this episode, Zen Stoic Path host, Victor Pierantoni and his fiancee Heather Daly are interviewed on The Emergent Human Podcast with Michael Ostrolenk. Michael has been working with couples for almost 30 years and invites his "favorite couple," Heather and Victor onto the show to interview them about how to have a successful, happy, healthy relationship! They discuss how people can create clarity to find their person and how to have a fun, exciting, peaceful, loving relationships that feels like an everlasting "honeymoon" years into the relationship.To check out more of Michael's work and his podcast, click the link below:https://www.michaeldostrolenk.com/

In this episode, the conversation explores the concept of unity versus separation. It delves into the idea of living in alignment with the natural flow of life and the path of the seeker. The importance of embracing challenges and turning scars into beauty is discussed through the Japanese art of kintsugi. The distinction between unity and separation is explored, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all things. The role of the ego in unity and separation is examined, highlighting the intention of being and the meaning of life. The episode concludes with practices for experiencing unity, such as meditation and sovereign awareness.The Sovereign Awareness Technique is hosted in our free Skool community: The Zen Stoic DojoClick the link below to join:https://www.skool.com/the-zen-stoic-dojo-8057/about

In this conversation, Stefanos discusses his work in creating the Asraya community, a space for visionaries and leaders to collaborate and do inner work. He emphasizes the importance of slowing down and learning from ancestral wisdom. Stefanos also explores the relationship between wealth and self-worth, highlighting the role of inner work in wealth creation. He shares his personal journey with somatic work and breathwork, and how it has transformed his life. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the power of anger and how it can be harnessed as fuel for growth and wealth. In this conversation, Stefanos shares his wisdom on healing childhood traumas, understanding toxic masculinity, and embracing healthy expressions of masculinity and femininity. He discusses the concept of levels of consciousness and emotional signatures, exploring different energy levels and their impact on our lives. Stefanos emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and self-reflection in personal growth and transformation. He also shares information about his work, including his relationship coaching and breathwork facilitation. Key Takeaways-Creating a community allows for collaboration and collective impact.-Wealth is not just about money, but also about growth, abundance, and expansiveness.-Inner work, including somatic practices and breathwork, is essential for personal growth and wealth creation.-Anger is a misunderstood emotion that can be constructive when expressed and connected to in a healthy way.Connect with Stefanos at:https://stefanossifandos.com/https://asraya.io/

In this episode, Victor Pierantoni discusses the intention of sincerity and the delusion of performance. He shares a personal story about how embracing sincerity in his relationship led to a beautiful and authentic connection. Sincerity is about expressing what is alive within you, while performance is about impressing others. When you are sincere, you are being yourself and speaking your truth. Performance, on the other hand, involves trying to be who you think the world wants you to be. Living a life of sincerity allows you to build genuine relationships and align with your true self.

Rev. Dr. Mario Garcia served as an Executive Pastor at Miami Vineyard Community Church. He is Master Executive Coach & Trainer; who specializes in working with leaders, pastors, board of directors and business executives since 1992.Dr. Mario Garcia shares his journey into coaching and the importance of making decisions. He emphasizes the power of emotional clarity in decision-making and the need to be a student of one's results. Dr. Garcia also discusses the dangers of inauthenticity and distraction in today's society. He highlights the importance of effective communication and the ability to learn from different schools of thought. Ultimately, he encourages individuals to seek discernment and authenticity in their decision-making process. In this conversation, Dr. Mario Garcia and Victor Pierantoni discuss the importance of living with love and compassion, learning from failures, discovering one's identity, and choosing between rules and grace. They explore the concept of the two trees in the Garden of Eden and the significance of knowing one's calling and purpose. They also emphasize the dangers of installations and projections, the importance of living in reality rather than fantasy, and the need to respect different models of the world. The conversation concludes with a discussion on measuring results, taking responsibility, and finding freedom and liberation through repentance.

This episode explores the concept of discipline versus expediency in living a meaningful life. Discipline prioritizes what is truly meaningful to you, while expediency prioritizes instant gratification. Delusions, which offer short-term wins, often lead people to engage in expediency. The intention of discipline involves being a student of something bigger than yourself and taking actions that benefit not only you but also others. Think of Discipline as "a way of doing" and Expediency as "a way of not doing."  The Japanese concept of Ikigai, which combines what you love, what you're good at, what you can be paid for, and what the world needs, is discussed as a framework for understanding discipline. The episode concludes by emphasizing the importance of doing what you love and living a life that is authentic and rich in meaning.Key Takeaways-Discipline prioritizes what is truly meaningful to you, while expediency prioritizes instant gratification.-Delusions offer short-term wins but take us away from ourselves and the experience of life.-The intention of discipline involves being a student of something bigger than yourself and taking actions that benefit not only you but also others.-Ikigai, the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, what you can be paid for, and what the world needs, provides a framework for understanding discipline.-Doing what you love and living a life that is authentic and rich in meaning is essential for fulfillment.

In this episode, Victor Pierantoni interviews Mark Von Muser, a highly influential figure in Victor's life. Mark believes in selling from a heart-centered place and has helped his clients generate over a billion dollars in sales. They discuss the importance of recognizing and claiming one's greatness, overcoming victimhood, and the power of language and gratitude. Mark shares his personal experience with cancer and how shifting his mindset and focusing on gratitude led to his healing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's life and choosing victory over victimhood. In this conversation, Mark shares his personal journey of resilience and the power of gratitude in the face of adversity. He emphasizes the healing energy of gratitude and the importance of maintaining a positive emotional state. Victor tells the Rainmaker story to illustrate the impact of our state of being on the world around us. He encourages listeners to embrace their challenges and use them as opportunities for growth. Mark also shares the story of the leopard to highlight the importance of owning one's unique gifts and living in alignment with one's purpose.Step into your greatness with Marc:www.SoarAndRoar.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/lightwarriorsinchttps://bit.ly/48NSU8s

In this episode, Victor Pierantoni discusses the intention of understanding versus the delusion of control. He starts with the story of the farmer, highlighting the importance of not jumping to conclusions and being open to different perspectives. Victor explains that suffering arises from attachment to specific thoughts or perceptions and the mind's tendency to seek closure and reassurance. He emphasizes the need to question our beliefs and assumptions, as they often limit our understanding and lead to control. By practicing the intention of understanding and asking new questions, we can break free from the delusion of control and expand our perspective.Key TakeawaysSuffering arises from attachment to specific thoughts or perceptions.The mind seeks closure and reassurance, often leading to control.Questioning our beliefs and assumptions expands our understanding.Practicing the intention of understanding and asking new questions breaks the delusion of control.

In this conversation, Jeff Banman and Victor Pierantoni discuss the importance of returning to our original breath and how it can help us feel safe and regulate our nervous system. They explore the purpose of life and the significance of living in the present moment. Jeff shares his current projects, including his podcast and retreats focused on physiological adaptation. They also discuss the impact of birth on our nervous system and the potential for creating anchored birthing centers. Jeff reflects on his personal evolution and the liberation of feeling emotions without identification. He also shares his experience with the Stella Ganglion Blocker shot and its impact on his system. In this conversation, Jeff Banman shares his personal journey of healing from trauma and finding emotional regulation. He discusses the impact of trauma on emotional regulation and the importance of creating anchors for safety and stability. Jeff emphasizes the role of the shot in creating space for healing and the need for aligned and inspired action. He also explores the concept of the anchored human and the importance of being the central nervous system for oneself and others. Jeff provides resources for further exploration and concludes by sharing what it means to live a liberated life.Key TakeawaysReturning to our original breath can help us feel safe and regulate our nervous system.The purpose of life is to live it and be present in the moment.Creating safe environments, such as anchored birthing centers, can have a profound impact on individuals and society.Feeling emotions without identification can lead to a greater sense of liberation and self-awareness.Exploring new ways to regulate our system and finding new anchors can lead to personal growth and transformation. Trauma can impact emotional regulation and prevent individuals from experiencing a wide range of emotions.Healing from trauma requires a holistic approach that includes self-care, breath work, meditation, and creating a safe environment.The shot can provide a window of opportunity for healing, but it requires ongoing effort and a willingness to change one's environment.Anchors, such as meditation and other practices, can help regulate the central nervous system and create a sense of safety and stability.Living a liberated life means recognizing and honoring one's own needs and taking aligned and inspired action.Check out Jeff's work at: https://www.theanchoredhuman.com/Follow Jeff on Instagram: @theanchoreddad

In this episode, Victor Pierantoni introduces the Zen Stoic framework for mastering emotions. He explains that the key to mastering emotions is not through controlling them, but through embracing and understanding them. The Intentions and Delusions framework is introduced as a way to live with unshakable inner peace. The four virtues of Stoicism are discussed, emphasizing the importance of accepting and embracing oneself. The five fundamental experiences of life are explored, with a focus on the first experience: feeling. The chapter on feeling delves into the intention of embrace versus resistance, highlighting the misconceptions about Stoicism and emotions. The purpose and importance of feeling emotions are explained, along with the use of emotions as a compass. The chapter concludes with practical tips on how to feel your feelings and the benefits of practicing embrace.Key TakeawaysMastering emotions involves embracing and understanding them, rather than controlling them.The Intentions and Delusions framework allows for unshakable inner peace.The four virtues of Stoicism (wisdom, temperance, justice, and courage) are important, but true inner peace comes from accepting and embracing oneself.The five fundamental experiences of life (feeling, thinking, doing, expressing, and being) are explored, with a focus on feeling.Embracing emotions allows for the processing of emotional debt and leads to physical and mental health benefits.Using emotions as a compass can guide decision-making and lead to a more authentic life.Embrace involves feeling both pleasant and unpleasant emotions, while resistance involves avoiding feelings.Borrowing from other experiences (thinking, doing, expressing, being) to avoid feeling creates emotional debt.Practicing embrace by feeling emotions fully can lead to clarity and authenticity.