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Dec 31, 2024 • 56min

Hardcore Meditation: A conversation between Dave Nadig and Daniel Ingram

In an insightful conversation, Daniel Ingram, a doctor and meditation expert known for his book, shares his journey and deep insights into hardcore meditation practices. He discusses the childhood roots of spirituality, emphasizing the importance of supportive environments. The guests explore the rise of AI in meditation, considering its advantages and challenges. They also navigate ethical dilemmas within spiritual communities and the complexities of consciousness. This engaging dialogue encourages a discerning approach to spiritual practices and mental health.
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Dec 11, 2024 • 26min

Future-Focused Intuition: A Writing Meditation with Isik Tlabar

Join intuition coach Isik Tlabar for a transformative experience that blends meditation with creative writing. Discover how to connect with your monthly vision through engaging visualization exercises. Learn to differentiate between the voice of your ego and the wisdom of your soul. With actionable steps designed to be born from love, this session fosters personal growth and clarity for the month ahead.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 50min

The Real Value of Money- with Nadja Taranczewski

Nadja Taranczewski, a coach and psychologist specializing in money, reveals the true power of money in evolving our consciousness. She discusses the emotional ties between self-worth and financial identity, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance. Through her insights, Nadja explores the multifaceted nature of money, examining how different relationships with it impact personal growth. She advocates for open conversations about finances, breaking taboos to foster healing and understanding.
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Oct 25, 2024 • 2h 5min

FULL MASTERCLASS: The Dangers of "Repressed Special"- A remarkable conversation with Brian Whetten

Brian Whetten is an ex-Silicon Valley founder turned coach. What interested me is that he’s dedicated his engineer’s mind to a systematic study of what works in the spiritual and self-help world. Our conversation was highly conceptual, but also unbelievably dense with insights.
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Oct 25, 2024 • 40min

The Dangers of "Repressed Special"- A remarkable conversation with Brian Whetten (Part 2)

Brian Whetten, an ex-Silicon Valley founder turned coach, shares his journey of integrating engineering principles into self-help. He discusses a refined framework of human needs, emphasizing the balance between survival and personal fulfillment. The conversation dives into the significance of love and community in healing, the challenges of personal growth framed as a hero's journey, and the essential role of commitment in coaching. Whetten also highlights the transformative power of addressing personal shadows to enhance relationships and deepen self-awareness.
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Oct 22, 2024 • 1h 26min

The Dangers of "Repressed Special"- A remarkable conversation with Brian Whetten (Part 1)

Brian Whetten, an ex-Silicon Valley founder turned coach, dives into the complexities of personal growth and spirituality. He shares insights from his journey, illustrating how significant life events prompt identity reevaluation. The conversation navigates the struggles of new coaches, the importance of shadow work in mental health, and the dangers of seeking validation. Whetten emphasizes building genuine relationships and understanding oneself, all while hinting at the deeper tools and strategies to be explored in future discussions.
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Oct 12, 2024 • 1h

Roshi Daya: The Surprising Secret to Wisdom

Roshni Daya, a teacher of presence and former psychologist, shares her transformative journey into spirituality. She discusses how embracing emotional discomfort can unveil hidden wisdom and deepen personal relationships. Roshni emphasizes intuitive questioning as a gateway to authenticity while challenging societal norms around overthinking. The conversation also highlights the importance of body awareness in fostering emotional connection, the complexities of love and vulnerability, and how turning pain into presence can lead to joy and self-discovery.
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Sep 28, 2024 • 55min

"Accelerating Wisdom" Episode 8: New Frontiers with Dr. Mona Sobhani

Dr. Mona Sobhani is an author, cognitive neuroscientist and an expert in the emerging science of “spiritual” phenomena. A core theme of this series is the importance of updating your stale perceptions of the world. Over the last two years, nobody has helped challenge my own preconceptions more than Dr. Mona Sobhani, and her book Proof of Spiritual Phenomena.
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Sep 14, 2024 • 1h 42min

"Accelerating Wisdom" Episode 7: Dreams and Synchronicity with Dan Lawrence

Dan Larence is an exceptionally experienced consultant psychotherapist and depth psychological researcher. His expertise is in Jungian analysis, syncronicity and dream analysis. Dan isn’t just the most qualified mental health professional I’ve ever met, he’s also facinating because he started life as a currency trader. He now applies those pattern-recognition skills to the analysis of dreams. He recorded a spectacular lecture specifically for this series “The Wisdom of Dreams: A Jungian Oriental Approach.”
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Aug 31, 2024 • 1h 1min

"Accelerating Wisdom" Episode 6: Love, Parenting and Relationships with Allison Paradise

Allison Paradise, a neuroscientist and founder of The Epicenter, dives into the profound impact of love and intuition in parenting. She discusses nurturing children's emotional awareness and creativity, emphasizing the importance of open communication. The conversation highlights the transformative power of positive reinforcement and play in child development, showcasing the joy and connections that arise from engaging in these practices. Allison beautifully illustrates how fostering environments of trust can shape mentally healthy children and deepen relationships.

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