Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Shai Tubali, a trained yogi and wisdom teacher with a doctorate in the philosophy of religion, joins to share insights on 'heart intelligence.' They discuss how emotional flexibility is key for trauma healing. Tubali emphasizes the difference between heart knowing and linear thinking, suggesting that the heart should guide our decisions. In a world increasingly influenced by AI, he argues for the unique, noncomputable nature of heart intelligence. Overall, the conversation explores how keeping the heart open enhances resilience and compassion.

Tara Brach, a clinical psychologist and meditation teacher, discusses the fusion of spirituality and therapy with Tami Simon. They explore how therapists can meet individuals in pain and the importance of openness to suffering. Tara introduces the RAIN method for processing pain and emphasizes the significance of loving awareness. The duo examines how emotional integration promotes spiritual growth, and share insights on grief, radical acceptance, and the power of connection. Their conversation highlights the collective nature of suffering and the need for compassionate presence in healing.

Diana Hill, PhD, a clinical psychologist and international ACT trainer, shares insights from her book, Wise Effort. She discusses the distinction between surface-level goals and deep motivations, emphasizing the importance of aligning with one's true values. Diana offers practical exercises, like flipping pain into valuable insights and identifying personal genius qualities. Learn about daily 'choice points' that shape our lives and how to develop psychological flexibility to navigate challenges and foster meaningful change.

James Hollis, a Jungian analyst and author, dives deep into personal fulfillment and responsibility. He discusses how childhood experiences shape adult behavior and emphasizes reconnecting with one’s inner authority. Fear and lethargy are explored as barriers to living fully, urging listeners to embrace boldness. Hollis also reflects on the significance of embracing life's mysteries and the journey of ongoing self-discovery. His insights encourage a reimagining of personal destinies and the importance of listening to the soul's true calling.

In this engaging chat, Vanessa Bennett, a depth psychotherapist and author of The Motherhood Myth, tackles the societal myths that perpetuate discontent in relationships and motherhood. She explores how resentment can reveal unhealthy patterns and emphasizes the importance of reclaiming personal agency. Vanessa shares her own experiences of chaos and healing through community rituals and practical tools like the Consent Tool. With sharp insights on codependency and authentic parenting, she encourages listeners to break free from societal expectations and embrace their true selves.

Explore how matrimony acts as a "mothering" force of culture in this conversation with Stephen Jenkinson that shines a light on the wedding ritual, marriage, and their deeper layers. Has our modern culture lost the original empowering nature of the wedding day and of marriage itself? In this episode of Insights at the Edge, host Tami Simon welcomes Stephen Jenkinson—culture activist, founder of the Orphan Wisdom School, and author of the forthcoming book Matrimony. Here, Jenkinson explores the difference between weddings, marriage, and matrimony, revealing how authentic ritual can heal cultural wounds and foster community. Drawing from his new book and years of experience, he shares why matrimony is not just a private act but a vital, communal force that shapes the heart of culture itself. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Listeners of Insights At The Edge get 10% off their first month at www.betterhelp.com/soundstrue. Note: This interview originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discover the wisdom and practical lessons Clea Shearer gained on her cancer journey. This episode offers hope, humor, and supportive insights for anyone facing a serious physical illness or any of life's other monumental challenges. Clea Shearer discusses her new book, Cancer Is Complicated. With host Tami Simon, the author, entrepreneur, and co-founder of The Home Edit shares her journey through a stage two breast cancer diagnosis, the emotional and physical complexities of treatment, and the surprising gifts that emerged along the way. Learn how Clea's experience reshaped her perspectives on life purpose and helping others, and how to support yourself or someone you love in navigating physical illness or other serious challenges. Note: This interview originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dive into the intriguing world of reincarnation and the gaps between lives. Explore the idea of identity shifts and what remains when roles disappear. Consider the possibility of a subtle traveling body post-death and the significance of child past-life memories in scientific research. Reflect on living multiple lifetimes and how this perspective can transform urgency and deepen relationships. Discover how spiritual realization can inform our earthly experiences and the importance of integrating science with spirituality.

Explore the mysteries of reincarnation, life between lives, and the evolution of the soul with author and philosopher Christopher Bache. What if your life is just one chapter in a much greater story—one that spans lifetimes, centuries, and the very fabric of the cosmos? In this new episode of our special series on reincarnation, host Tami Simon welcomes philosopher and author Christopher Bache for a mind-expanding conversation on reincarnation, deep time, and what he calls "the diamond soul." Bache shares his personal journey through psychedelic exploration and academic research, revealing how these experiences have shaped his understanding of the soul’s evolution. Together, they discuss how embracing the possibility of reincarnation can transform our relationship to suffering, purpose, and each other. Highlights: The scientific and spiritual evidence for reincarnation The concept of “deep time” and multidimensional existence Soul companions that transmigrate together across lifetimes Why does the Universe need our life experiences (and suffering)? The birth of the diamond soul, and much more Note: This interview originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Explore the scientific evidence for reincarnation with renowned University of Virginia researcher Dr. Jim B. Tucker and host Tami Simon, as they reflect on the thousands of cases of children’s past-life memories. Is the survival of a self beyond physical death just a wishful notion? For decades, psychiatrist and researcher Jim B. Tucker has continued the legendary work of Dr. Ian Stevenson to build a compelling case for the past-life experiences of more than 2,500 children—many of them supported by astonishing and verified evidence. In this new Insights At The Edge episode, Dr. Tucker shares how this research raises profound implications about why we are here, and the very nature of consciousness and this reality. Highlights: The abundance of evidence for past lives and reincarnation How these findings challenge the materialist worldview "Consciousness is fundamental, and physical matter is derived from it." What these findings suggest about our purpose, here and now Note: This interview originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.