The Leading Edge

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Mona Sobhani, a cognitive neuroscientist and author, challenges the boundary between science and spirituality in a fascinating discussion. She shares her transformative journey from skepticism to exploring psychic phenomena and the substantial evidence supporting its validity. The talk includes insights into reincarnation research, particularly children recalling past lives. Sobhani emphasizes consciousness as a core element of reality, advocating for awareness of how our thoughts shape our experiences and the hidden forces influencing our lives.

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.”

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.

Dr. Ervin Laszlo is a philosopher and systems scientist. He’s the author, co-author or editor of 106 different books and he’s written over 400 articles and research papers. Among many other awards he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004 and 2005. Now 92 and stil as passionate as ever, Dr. Laszlo describes how mainstream science is dangerously flawed. Our primary topic of discussion is attractors; which has the potential to be the Copernican moment for Western culture. Laszlo has pioneered the scientific acceptance of the “holotropic attractor.”1 In his latest (free) book Our Sacred Mission he describes this as “a force that orients interactions in the universe towards the formation of complex and coherent systems.” In our short 25 minute conversation Dr. Laszlo described why it’s of urgent societal importance and massive personal benefit for us to align with this force.

Stephen Larsen, a psychotherapist, author, and mythologist closely linked to Joseph Campbell, dives into the fascinating world of myth. He reveals how ancient narratives shape human experience and explores the hero's journey in Gilgamesh. Discussing dreams, he highlights their profound meanings, connecting consciousness with mythology. Larsen also examines the transformative power of myths, particularly the ugly hag, to find inner beauty. Lastly, he shares insights on personal purpose, creativity, and the role of synchronicity in deepening life connections.