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“This was the deepest surrender I've ever had to give way to a medicine.” - Nick Onken Today I am excited to share with you some takeaways from my personal plant medicine journeys in 2023 and to explain in-depth my most recent recent experience with a new plant medicine for me: the Tree of Light plant medicine. I just got back from this amazing trip to Peru and in this episode, I explain the ceremonies I took part in and talk about managing ego deaths. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “It was very subconscious. What I learned, I don't even know; it was very in the body.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: Nick's 2023 plant medicine recap [1:46] What is the Tree of Light medicine [13:52 ]Takeaways from the Tree of Light ceremony [18:22] How to manage ego death [29:33] Links Mentioned: Connect with Nick on Instagram Get your Nick Onken original hat at Onken Made

“In this moment, are we bridging our own gaps?” - Rev. Briana Lynn Today I continue my conversation with Reverend Briana Lynn. Last week we discussed unraveling religion from society and culture and how to avoid the pitfalls of leadership. In this episode, Briana shares how she came to be at peace after having spent so much of her life trying to escape her own body. She argues that art is anything we interact with or participate in. She and I also discuss the importance of both celebrating the kink in each of us and avoiding the guru-fication of the self.  Listen in as we talk about learning to be okay with things as they are while also striving for personal growth. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “The battle or the journey that we all have…is about bridging the persona and the person.” - Rev. Briana Lynn Some things we learn in this podcast: How does Briana define identity alchemy [4:00] What are the dangers of adopting a persona to mask your personhood [5:54] How to close the gap between persona and person [14:29] When is judgment healthy [22:27] How does Briana Lynn define narcissism [30:08] Ways to work through Narcissistic Personality Disorder [33:31] Can judgment be a good thing [39:58] How to create from a place of self-expression [42:17] Final takeaways from Briana [45:49] Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 222: Burning Religion and the Witches with Rev. Briana Lynn Sign up for the Free Masterclass for Entrepreneurs: Go from Invisible to Influential Connect with Reverend Briana Lynn on Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Orgasmic Oracle Mystery School

“Our greatest joy comes when we are giving our purpose for the highest good of the most people that we can.” - Rev. Briana Lynn Today I talk with Reverend Briana Lynn about the journey of getting to a place of self-expression. Briana is a coach, mentor, and ceremonialist and the Founder of the Orgasmic Oracle Mystery School. We talk about treating ourselves like a piece of art and how to use our angst as fuel. We also touch on the ideas of bottling of our ecstasy and mastering energy. Listen to this episode to learn more about burning witches, unraveling religion from society and culture, and how to avoid the pitfalls of leadership. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “The more I stepped away from the church, the more hungry I was for spirituality and actual experiences of God.” - Rev. Briana Lynn Some things we learn in this podcast: Briana's journey [6:17] What is Briana's work [11:24] How do people get in the way of their full self-expression [12:50] What is Briana's religious background [24:12] How to avoid the pitfalls of leadership [33:00] What do people get out of religion [42:14] How to unravel religion from society and culture [50:05] What is the history of the witch [55:37] Are witches relevant today [1:02:49] Links Mentioned: Sign up for the Free Masterclass for Entrepreneurs: Go from Invisible to Influential Connect with Reverend Briana Lynn on Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Orgasmic Oracle Mystery School

“Your identity is a blank canvas for who you want to be.” - Nick Onken Today I share some of the identity alchemy that I have been working on and go into detail about what it means to master ourselves. These past few years I have been going through some major changes that I talk about. I have been doing some serious work to grow as a person and I've been searching for a partner who is on the same path. Identity alchemy and the five C's of self-mastery are helping me to get where I want to go. What do commitment, containers, and celebration have to do with becoming who are meant to be in this world? You can learn all of these things in your head, but if you're not practicing them, they don't get integrated into this vessel that we call our earthly body. In this episode, I define what self-mastery actually is and share a list of the five C's that you can implement in your own life. I also explain how to use containers and introduce my upcoming Identity Alchemy course. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Self-mastery is something you have to care about.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: What does it mean to master oneself [3:37] What are the five C's of self-mastery [5:23] How is Nick working towards mastering himself [7:05] What are containers [7:52] What is Nick's Identity Alchemy course [12:33] The Five C's of Self-Mastery: Care and awareness Commitment Containers Consistency Celebration Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 215: The Statistical Importance of Building Your Personal Brand with AJ Vaden Connect with Nick on Instagram

“Like a lot of men, I was convinced that nothing would change until I hit rock bottom.” - Connor Beaton Today, serial guest Connor Beaton and I discuss what it means to be a good, healthy, grounded, and responsible man. In this episode, Connor opens up about his own personal journey to manhood and explains how he reconciled his relationship with men. We also unpack men's complicated relationship with porn and talk about the roots of that relationship.  Listen in as Connor and I explore the shadows of men's psyches, break down the patterns of arousal, and discuss his new book. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When we are in some kind of pursuit of developing ourselves we are more fulfilled.” - Connor Beaton Some things we learn in this podcast: What is men's work [4:29] How does work spill over into relationships [6:56] What is the end goal of men's work [10:46] Connor's journey with men's work [13:40] What are some key takeaways from Connor's book [20:26] Is Connor's new book also for women [33:05] Which topics are covered in Connor's new book [35:25] What effect does porn have on men [43:06] How to understand male arousal [48:14] What does sexual mastery look like [59:13] Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 129: Connor Beaton – How Personal Growth Catalyzes Your Creativity Listen to Onken Radio Episode 200: Creating Together in Partnership with Vienna Pharaon and Connor Beaton Get your copy of Men's Work by Connor Beaton Learn more about Onken Made Connect with Connor Beaton on Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | ManTalks

“I'm really interested in activating a collective sovereign awakening in this lifetime for humanity.” - Kaia Ra Hello, my friends! Welcome to another episode of Onken Radio (previously NION Radio), the podcast where we explore the body, mind, and soul of the creative entrepreneur. It's my goal to help you take your divine creativity, business, and life to the next level. I'm so glad you're joining me on this journey! Today, I'm excited about my special guest Kaia Ra, the author and channeler of The Sophia Code, a fantastic book on activating your higher self and consciousness through the works and knowledge of the ascended masters. I'm excited to talk about channeling divine creativity and getting out of the way for even more creativity to flow through you.  This podcast is all about consciousness, creativity, and exploring their intersection. Here's a quick taste of what's to come from my interview with Kaia Ra: “I discovered at an extremely early age that creativity is a state of mind. It's not about an artifact. It's not even about an action. It's about tuning into how your consciousness can download solutions in any moment, whether it's traumatic or blissful — and everything in between.” - Kaia Ra I'm excited to have her on the show to discuss her teachings, the various courses she offers, and even her activated pieces of jewelry she creates with the different ascended masters. As a multidisciplinary creative, I'm excited to share her wealth of knowledge and unlock the spiritual tools to tap into our divine creativity with you.  Let's jump straight in! Who Is Kaia Ra? Kaia Ra started life in perhaps the most traumatic way: Human trafficking at an elite level.  She and other children were trafficked for their talents, psychic gifts, and creativity. So began a very painful journey of recovering from slavery to sovereignty of what divine creativity could be for her. “I believe a lot of compassion was generated along that healing journey for anyone that's ever struggled with creativity because I know what it's like to feel so painfully vulnerable in accepting the gifts of my own creativity and being seen in them. I believe that's a pretty universal feeling for a lot of people that have survived being on this planet. … The pain that I've personally experienced during creativity, I feel, is a universal pain that we're all collectively transmuting together.” - Kaia Ra Kaia Ra spent about seven years in seclusion and training with ceremonial elders during her thirties as part of her healing journey. She spent her time listening and getting hyper-focused on her mission. It was around ten years ago at Mount Shasta where she had a larger-than-life experience. “All the physical reality melted down. I was [home] and went to sit on my couch to channel some stuff for a book I thought I was writing. The book got downloaded in that moment where I was taken into the light — and it was just light. I watched the physical house melt down, [and] I watched the atomic structure of reality dissolve. In that light, I was asked to channel The Sophia Code as a declaration of humanity, sovereign divinity given to us from the ascended masters.” - Kaia Ra Thus the Sophia Code® book, which became an international bestseller within four days of publishing and became a phenomenon in 32 countries, was born.    Her journey didn't end there; while doing much healing around artistry, Kaia also started designing a jewelry line. Ascended master Isis told her she would create jewelry someday, which felt crazy because she had no idea how. After a trip up Mount Shasta, a holy mountain, Kaia Ra was contacted by her now business partner about jewelry work. The timing was incredible; years later, all their jewelry is hand carved in Bali, a country where channeling is a part of their culture.  Let's hear how Kaia Ra thinks about activating your divine creativity. Learn How to Activate Divine Creativity 

“How we feel, move, and be in life directly affects our business.” - Nick Onken In this episode, I offer up a list of the best business tools for entrepreneurs that I have learned over the past few years. Listen in as I explain how our mindset affects our business. I share the morning routine that I have cultivated to set myself up for success each day. I also talk about when it makes sense to hire a consultant for your business, when you should outsource work, and how to optimize your business networking skills. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When you dive into yourself to develop and evolve as a human your business will grow with that.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: Nick tools for entrepreneurs [0:01] How does mindset affect business [1:07] Personal development tips for business [1:25] Nick's morning routine [2:39] Moving your body to clear your mind [4:17] Should you hire a consultant for your business [9:13] When to outsource [9:52] Tips to optimize business networking [11:09] Finding your social media sweet spot [11:59] Helping yourself by giving back [14:03] 11 Tools I use as an Entrepreneur Personal Development Morning Practice Meditation Movement/Exercise Books/Education Consultants Outsourcing to other professionals My Network building & Relationships Social Media Psychedelics Giving Back Links Mentioned: Learn more about Ziva Meditation Listen to Onken Radio Episode 148: Jordan Harbinger – Secrets To Building And Maintaining Lifeline Relationships

“We can all be polyamorous.” - Meleza Morris I am going through a phase of exploring my sexuality, so today I talk with Meleza Morris, an intimacy coach and intimacy coordinator for television and film, about love, sex, tantra, gender-bending, and more. In this episode, Meleza breaks down ethical non-monogamy, conscious non-monogamy, and consensual non-monogamy and shares the journey she took to re-learn her boundaries through kink, bondage, and BDSM (discipline or domination, sadism or submission, masochism). We also talk about using sexuality as a tool to heal trauma. Listen in to learn how to step into polyamory, what consent really looks like, and the role of an intimacy coach. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Understanding the definitions and the differences between gender, biological sex, and sexual orientation is so huge.” - Meleza Morris Some things we learn in this podcast: Meleza Morris' exploration of spirituality [7:12] Stepping into polyamory [10:49] Defining sexuality terms to know [12:17] The real definition of bisexual [14:11] Exploring gender transcendence [15:28] The pull of sacred sexuality [22:27] Perks to controlling ejaculation [27:15] The balance of giving and receiving [33:39] Sexuality as a tool to heal trauma [37:54] What consent looks like [44:47] How Meleza created her boundaries [52:04] Dealing with unwanted advances [55:39] What does an intimacy coach do [1:04:49] Polyamory and the Gene Keys [1:07:57] Links Mentioned: Connect with Meleza Morris on Instagram | LinkedIn | Eat My Cake | Meleza S Morris

“It takes courage to be able to do plant medicine.” - Nick Onken I am flying high after my last retreat in Tulum, Mexico, and today I am sharing my experience with not only my own personal metamorphosis through the guided use of plant medicines but also co-hosting one of these powerful events for the first time with my spiritual co-creator, the wonderous and mythic E11even, who has been featured in past episodes of the show. We are all on our own paths and it is my pleasure to be able to share a piece of my journey with you in the hopes that you might find something useful or relevant in my story. In this episode, I talk about more of my recent experiences with plant medicine and the purpose behind these spiritual journeys. I also talk about plant medicine as a beautiful tool to help us know ourselves better and to work through past trauma. The impact of working with plant medicines is wide-reaching and is having a profound effect on my relationship with the world. I dive into those effects in this episode. Listen in to learn how to accept the uncomfortable side effects of plant medicines and how recent experiences with plant medicine have opened my eyes to the world around us. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “The more you can surrender to the medicine the deeper the healing.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: Recent experiences with plants as medicine [0:47] Accepting discomfort [3:49] Plant medicine as a tool [4:30] Tools to work through trauma [6:11] What is the purpose of shadow work [11:40] The impact of plant medicines [17:26] Links Mentioned: Link to next retreat HERE Connect with Nick Onken on Instagram | TikTok

“People are following people more than companies more than ever before.” - AJ Vaden My guest this week, AJ Vaden, has found herself doing something she never thought she would be doing: teaching people how to become more well known for what they do. AJ is the CEO and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, one of the world's leading authorities in personal brand strategy. In this episode, AJ talks about the power of the personal brand and explains how she helps people turn their thoughts into thought leadership. She and I discuss what Americans consider a personal brand and how to use each social media platform to appeal to a different part of who you are. Listen in to learn why it's important to build a personal brand within a company, which surprising factors affect your return on investment, and one key thing that lawyers, employers, and doctors have in common. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “People don't care much about what you sell or what you do; they care about who you are.” - AJ Vaden Some things we learn in this podcast: How did the Brand Builders Group get its start [3:51] What are the course offerings from the Brand Builders Group [5:54] Why is visual branding important [8:59] What important statistics did Brand Builders Group glean from brand research [11:45] How to create authentic product content [17:34] Why it's important to build a personal brand within a company [26:03] Which surprising factors affect your return on investment [29:51] Why Victoria's Secret is switching up their branding [34:45] Fun facts about building a personal brand [44:52] Why are companies losing credibility in the marketplace [47:05] For which profession is personal brand most important [48:04] What is the correlation between trust and personal branding [50:27] AJ's 3 Tips for Building Your Personal Brand: Figure out what problem you solve in the world What is the unique way that you solve the problem Figure out what person you are doing this for Links Mentioned: Download the Brand Builders Group study Learn more about my Entrepreneur Personal Brand Photography Connect with AJ Vaden on Instagram | LinkedIn | Pinterest | Brand Builders Group

“Are psychedelics the Google Maps to the kingdom of heaven?” - Brian Muraresku Today's guest is author Brian Muraresku. I just finished his book, "The Immortality Key", so it's the perfect time to have him on the show to dive into the fascinating topic of the role of psychedelic use in early Christianity. Brian was raised Catholic just like I was, so we had a great conversation about seeing the Church as a business today and what role rituals have in society. Humans have been studying this question for thousands of years and we are still pinning down an answer. In this episode, Brian and I discuss what was in ancient wine, what they drank at the last supper, and when Christianity became mainstream. He also shares some of the research he came across while writing his book that points to early psychedelic use within the communities that gave rise to Christianity. While looking into the historical records of mysticism and the birth of religion as we know it, Brian found examples of people seeking out the meaning of life by bringing about experiences of “mini deaths” and coming out the other side understanding their true identities. Listen in to learn who Jesus really was and what he wanted, why beer is such a fascinating beverage, and what Brian learned from a near-death experience. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Eventually the bureaucracy is going to pump up against the mystics.” - Brian Muraresku Some things we learn in this podcast: What is the eucharist [6:10] What did they drink at the last supper [7:00] What was ancient wine [8:00] Where did Christianity begin [10:00] When did Christianity become mainstream [11:00] What is noetic science [23:50] Who was Jesus [30:00] What is the purpose of creating religion [37:00] What does kykeon mean in Ancient Greek [50:00] How to prepare your body for psychedelics [1:01:25] Links Mentioned: Get your copy of The Immortality Key: The Secret History of the Religion with No Name by Brian C. Muraresku Get your copy of How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence by Michael Pollan Connect with Brian Muraresku on Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Brian Muraresku

“Create your moments.” - Nick Onken As we close out 2021 and step into the new year, I wanted to take some time to reflect back on some of the things that I learned recently. For today's episode, I compiled a list of 11 things that I learned over the course of the past year that I want to share with you. Life is a learning process, so it's great to take some time to muse on your experiences and all that you can learn from them. I hope this list is a reminder to you that an important part of growth is to always be creating. In this episode, I share some of the most important things I learned in the past year, how I've been affected by them, and how I am incorporating what I learned into my outlook on life as we glide into 2022. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “We need the community,” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: What did Nick learn this year [1:00] How to use identity alchemy [7:00] What is the identity alchemy process [7:20] How to understand the dynamics between masculine and feminine [14:00] How to overcome a scarcity mindset [16:30] What value does money have in our society [17:40] How do stress and fear affect our health [19:00] How to redefine your self-worth [24:30] 11 Things I Learned This Past Year Health optimization is of the utmost importance How to use identity alchemy Uncomfortable conversations are growth The universe has bigger plans, just trust Relationships are complicated Life is a dance of the masculine and feminine Money is energy and must stay in a flow cycle Managing an extra layer of fear narrative is like a second career Creating from a service space is a subconscious battle Your joy is your responsibility The power of detaching your self worth from your identity Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 203: What is Identity Alchemy? Listen to Onken Radio Episode 212: Death & Transition of Momma Bear's Passing Listen to Onken Radio Episode 205: E11even - Blurring the Lines Between Artist and Muse Listen to Onken Radio Episode 210: East Forest - Music, Psychedelics, and Creative Flow Listen to Onken Radio Episode 211: Grace Harry – Creating Your Arsenal of Joy Snacks

“It's an in-your-face moment.” - Nick Onken My mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer about two years ago and we became a lot closer as I spent as much time with her as possible, even while we don't necessarily see eye to eye on the way that we view the world.  In today's episode, I share my recent learnings from her passing away a couple of weeks ago. Sharing with you helps me to process and move through a lot of emotions that I've been feeling. I talk about navigating my mother's last few days, grappling with the loss of a parent, and the ways grief evolves. If there is something that I can be certain about in this uncertain time, it is that healing comes from the inside out. We are all just consciousness receptors and my mother is moving on to the next stage of her journey as I am moving through the world with one more guardian keeping watch over me. Listen in as I muse on tough topics like what death really is and how we can give permission for someone we love to move on into the next stage of consciousness. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “This whole world is a hologram.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How to give permission for your loved one to let go [10:44] What is it like to watch someone die [11:39] How to handle the loss of a parent [13:15] What is death [14:18] How does grief evolve [16:08]

“All of these things around joy and pleasure are so penalized and stymied in this country for the business of capitalism.” - Grace Harry Today's guest, Grace Harry, is a Joy Strategist among many other things. What even is a Joy Strategist you may ask? In this episode, I sit down with Grace as she explains the job title that she created for herself, her upbringing as a wild child with a young mother in Brooklyn, and her drive to help other people focus on joy and pleasure as their only teachers. After dropping out of high school in tenth grade and working for The Cosby Show, Grace ended up working in the record industry for 27 years. When she decided to move on from the industry, she was the Executive Vice President of Marketing and Creative Services at Def Jam Records. She shares her fear that people are forgetting how to be their own selves and explains that, now, her thing is people who create art to connect with others. She and I talk about how to get back to how we feel and the process of shedding the things that don't grow us. Listen in as Grace and I discuss the many times we shift identities throughout our lives, how to cultivate our own "joy snacks", and what we lose when we don't protect our joy. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “We have to get back to a connection to the self and source without an intermediary.” - Grace Harry Some things we learn in this podcast: What does a Joy Strategist do [12:20] How to protect your joy [14:30] What is Joy's favorite joy snack [15:40] How to stay connected to yourself [18:00] Were the Salem witches midwives [26:00] What does the rainbow signify [27:30] How many times do we shift identities in one lifetime [37:00] Links Mentioned: Podcast? Connect with Grace Harry on Instagram  | Play With Grace

“You have to allow the messiness and the struggle.” - East Forest Today's guest, East Forest is one of my all-time favorite musicians and a kindred creator. His music has been the soundtrack to many of my magic mushroom journeys and in this interview, we talk about the ins and outs of creativity, healing, and mindset. After a difficult childhood plagued with depression, East Forest started using psychedelics and making music for other people on psychedelic journeys. He maintains that you have to allow the messiness and the struggle to unleash your creative potential. We touch on many key questions surrounding music and psychedelics, like how to create music that can accompany a psychedelic trip, which instruments he uses for his albums, and how to unlock your creativity. We also answer some questions that have been nagging me for a long time, like why psychedelic ceremonies so often begin with percussion. Listen in to this episode as he and I discuss the line between commerce and art, why we need to take back control of our consciousness, and how music informs psychedelics journeys. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Just showing up is the main thing.” - East Forest Some things we learn in this podcast: How to make music for a psychedelic trip [14:00] How to unlock your creativity [17:30] Which instruments are good for music to accompany psychedelics [40:00] How to accompany a psychedelic trip with music [45:00] Why do psychedelic ceremonies begin with percussion [46:45] Links Mentioned: Listen to the Ten Laws Podcast Listen to IN exclusively on the Trip App Connect with East Forest on Instagram | Soundcloud | Facebook | East Forest

“Follow your feels.” - Nick Onken Let's talk mindset, folks. Your mindset controls so much of your world experience, why not make every effort to optimize it? Along the way, you'll solidify your values and optimize your days to suit the life you seek. That's what I've been doing over the past few years and it has made a world of difference in my creativity, productivity, and overall happiness. I put together a comprehensive list of the things that have been working for me as I seek a more expansive life. They might not work for everyone, but they can be a great jumping-off point for your own journey. In this episode, I share steps you can take to access your creativity, live a better life, and feel better doing it. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “You attract who you are.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How to deal with your trauma [4:00] What is the difference between medicines and drugs [5:00] How to optimize your health [6:00] How to create healthy habits [6:45] What is intermittent fasting [9:15] How to set a routine for success [13:30] How to optimize your sleep [16:15] How to destress the body [20:00] How to monitor your media intake [26:00] 11 Life Values in Creativity & Life Optimization Personal development Health Movement Staying in my zone of genius Space curation and optimization Sleep optimization for mental health and productivity Mental health Community Hydration Media intake Personal creative projects Links Mentioned: Learn more about Ascension Leadership Academy Learn more about Organifi and use the code 'onken' for 15% off Get the recipe for Nick's Protein Smoothie Bowl Learn more about Nurish.Me's CoreCumin and Cogninurish Listen to Onken Radio Episode 184: Todd & Tara Youngblood – Chilling Your Way to Better Sleep Use the code 'Nick15' for 15% off the Ooler Sleep System and Nick25 for 25% off the chiliPAD Learn more about the NuCalm sleep system Learn more about the Aquatru reverse osmosis water filter and use the code 'ONKEN299' for $150 off

“Whose story was I living?” - Blu Today's guest on Onken Radio is Blu, a friend I met at Arkana who is defying expectations at every turn. Blu also goes by Blu Cosmic Eagle and she served in the Royal Air Force before trying magic mushrooms for the first time and starting her journey as a curious mystic. When she learned that she would gradually lose her hearing due to an incurable hereditary disorder, she bought a guitar and went traveling with it. Now an accomplished musician, Blu had to work through her own shifting identity alchemy to reach the point she's at today where she sees her hearing loss as an invitation to listen deeper. She encourages others to turn their traumas own into their greatest gifts in her recent TEDx Talk where she shares the amazing story of how she moves through the world. In this episode, Blu explains what it looks like to live to blow your own mind. We also discuss what it was like for Blu to lose her hearing, the difference between prayer and performance, and why she wants everything in her life to be beautiful. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “People will spend their whole lives at Expectation Station.” - Blu Some things we learn in this podcast: What is boarding school like [5:00] What is Expectation Station [17:00] How to create a beautiful life [25:00] What is entropy [25:45] How to recharge [26:30] What is the difference between followers and leaders [33:45] What is the value of nudity in art [42:00] How to deal with losing your hearing [44:00] Why is a morning routine important [55:00] How to deconstruct your identity [58:10] What is the original definition of weird [1:02:25] Links Mentioned: Watch Blu's TEDx Talk: From Limitation to Liberation Listen to Deja Blu Podcast Episode 58: Becoming a Creative Alchemist - with Nick Onken Listen to Onken Radio Episode 197: Healing & Traversing the Fabric of the Matrix with Ayahuasca Get your copy of The Gene Keys: Embracing Your Higher Purpose by Richard Rudd Listen to The Model Health Show Podcast with Shawn Stevenson Learn more about the Anima Mundi Apothecary Learn more about Cacao Laboratory Learn more about Tenzo's Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder Connect with Blu Cosmic Eagle on Instagram | YouTube | Deja Blu Podcast | Blu Cosmic Eagle

“Our ego is our teammate.” - Nick Onken A few weeks ago, I explained that I am developing a new process to help entrepreneurs build their personal brands. Today we're diving deeper into this concept of identity alchemy. I want to share with you how I lost myself in my work and eventually found my self-worth in my identity. How do we become who we want to be in this world? What's our message and our legacy? These are important questions to ask when we begin the process of detaching ourselves from our work. Our self-worth cannot stem from our jobs, so how do we redirect it? Early on in my business as a photographer, I had to contend with professional ebbs and flows and learn how to navigate social media. I booked huge campaigns before losing out on other gigs for months at a time. I battled depression. I second-guessed myself. And then I found my self-worth in an arena that was completely separate from my work and I used the process of identity alchemy to do it. Listen in to this episode as I discuss the process of detaching yourself self-worth from your identity, how to rebuild your self-worth, and what action steps I took right before my career took off. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “As my business declined, I declined.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How does social media affect photographers [3:00] How do artists build their business [6:15] How to get out of a depression [10:45] How to find your self-worth [11:15] How to define your identity [12:00] How to detach yourself from your self-worth [14:45] Links Mentioned: Listen to Nick Onken on Soundcloud Listen to Onken Radio Episode 203: What is Identity Alchemy? Learn more about Ascension Leadership Academy

“I have made a conscious decision to evolve without pain.” - Maejor I'm at the beach with Maejor and today we're talking about his journey of healing and moving through the darker times. He started working in the music industry at 17 years old and, from a young age, he always knew he wanted to make an impact on the world. Then he was diagnosed with leukemia in his 20s and his whole timeline changed. People are going through a lot right now and Maejor's words are a good reminder that it's okay to be on your own frequency. He even says that with the right mindset this pandemic can be a blessing in disguise. He shares his journey to communicate with fewer words, how he made the first mainstream sound healing album, and the correlation between frequency, light, and sound. Listen in as Maejor shares why it's a good time for growth, how to heal the world through frequency, and how Nikola Tesla influences his work. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Messages for us are given first in a whisper.” - Maejor Some things we learn in this podcast: How to remain present [3:40] How to set intentions [4:30] How to stay grateful [7:00] What was Maejor's childhood like [22:30] How to be less judgmental [26:00] How to navigate your spirituality [27:00] How do mantras work [35:35] What can we learn from the pyramids [41:00] How do sound frequencies heal [42:00] What was the Music Standardization Act [46:30] Do colors have frequencies [53:00] Links Mentioned: Get your copy of The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael A. Singer Check out Nick Onken on Soundcloud Listen to Onken Radio Episode 203: What is Identity Alchemy? Connect with Maejor on Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Maejor

“Nick was such a huge part of capturing the beauty of our relationship.” - E11even Today we're seeking discomfort, y'all. In the last episode of Onken Radio, I sat down with my longtime friend E11even to discuss their journey of identity alchemy. They opened up about their recent transition into identifying as nonbinary, all the personal baggage they had to deal with along the way, and how their new identity informs their current and future relationships -- it was a blast! And we had so much to talk about that we're back with another episode. This time we're talking about blurring the lines between the muse and the artist. E11even and I have a unique relationship. We've explored beyond friendship, we've created together, and in this episode, we open up about the identity alchemy of our ever-evolving connection. Listen in as Nick and E11even discuss blurring the lines between the muse and the artist, how to be more vulnerable online, and how to make space for creativity. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “I'm putting Edie Sedgwick and David Bowie in a blender.” - E11even Some things we learn in this podcast: How did Nick and E11even meet [1:10] What is the dynamic between the artist and the muse [25:30] Why should we seek discomfort [30:00] How to navigate consent [47:45] How to navigate expectations in relationships [48:00] How to let go [49:20] Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 204: Eleven - Transitioning to Non-Binary Read What The Racism of Being Overlooked Feels Like by Nick Onken Get your copy of Untamed by Glennon Doyle Get your custom Onken Hat Connect with E11even on Instagram | The Soul Initiation

“It's been quite the hero's journey, y'all.” - E11even In today's episode, I sit down with my old friend E11even. I've been talking a lot this year about the process of shifting our identity alchemy and they have recently gone through that exact process. We discuss flirting with creativity, how Mary Magdalene jumpstarted their quest for a new spirituality, and everything they learned about divinity from their relationship with a woman. We also talk about the process of becoming E11even, blurring the lines between the muse and the artist, and how plant medicine has helped them along their journey of self-discovery. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Smoke machines and mirrors feel like home.” - E11even Some things we learn in this podcast: What is the process of deconstruction like [9:20] Which plant medicines can help with personal growth [9:30] What does toxic masculinity look like coming from a woman [15:00] How do you know if you are nonbinary [30:00] How to determine your gender identity [31:00] What does it mean to flirt with creativity [48:00] Links Mentioned: Get your copy of The Sophia Code: A Living Transmission from The Sophia Dragon Tribe by Kaia Ra Connect with E11even on Instagram

“The idea is to align your identity with your optical brand.” - Nick Onken As you may know, we're in the process of creating an identity alchemy course, so in this episode, we're going to break it down. What is it? How do we use it in our daily lives? How does it play a role in our personal business or brand? At its core, identity alchemy is the deconstruction of the self, then the curation of the new version of the self, and finally becoming who that is. Once you understand the three parts of this process, you can use them to help you build your personal brand and tell your story authentically. Listen in as I explain why building a personal brand is important, how to build a personal brand, and how brands can connect with their audience. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “People want to know that who you are as a person is the same person you're putting out into public.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How to tell an authentic brand story [3:05] How brands can connect with their audience [3:20] How to reinvent yourself [7:00] How to curate your life [8:45] What is the identity alchemy process [10:15] How can I use identity alchemy [11:30] How can I build a personal brand [13:00] Why is building a personal brand important [14:15] Who needs identity alchemy for their personal brand [16:00] Who needs to build a personal brand [16:15] The Three-Step Process Deconstruct Curate Become Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 201: Deconstructing & Implementing Self-Care Listen to Onken Radio Episode 202: Gary Zukav – Becoming a Universal Human

“The basic choice is love or fear.” - Gary Zukav I have been reading Gary Zukav's bestselling books for years. He was a Green Beret, he's been on the Oprah show 34 times, and he's all about helping people step into their authentic power. It was great to chat with him about his own spiritual journey, his struggle with sex addiction, and the path to becoming a universal human. Gary is a kindred soul who shares the belief that mirrors are how we grow and that's what spiritual partnerships are. He's on a mission to show us how we can expand beyond the limitations of the five senses through spiritual growth, expanded consciousness, and a process of consulting our intuition. Listen in as Gary shares what multi-sensory perception is, how to create authentic power, and how we can expand our consciousness. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Every creation is a co-creation.” - Gary Zukav Some things we learn in this podcast: What started Gary's spiritual journey [6:00] What is multi-sensory perception [15:20] How can we expand our consciousness [22:30] How to grow spiritually [27:00] What is authentic power [29:00] How to create authentic power [29:30] What is intention [40:55] What is a vision quest [42:40] How to consult your intuition [56:40] How do you define intuition [56:45] Links Mentioned: Get your copy of Dancing Wu Li Masters: An Overview of the New Physics by Gary Zukav Get your copy of Universal Human: Creating Authentic Power and the New Consciousness by Gary Zukav Get your copy of Spiritual Partnership: The Journey to Authentic Power by Gary Zukav Connect with Gary Zukav on Instagram | Twitter | Universal Human | Seat of the Soul

“Self-care is all about coming back to a place of wholeness.”- Nick Onken I had a really interesting conversation this week all about self-care. What does self-care mean? Why is it so important? In this week's episode of ONKEN radio, I want to share the path that I've taken along my own spiritual journey. I am constantly reminded that it is so important to do things for yourself. It makes your impact on the world more sustainable and you'll be able to bring a higher level of energy to your endeavors each day. Listen in as I share what I've been through and how self-care has become such a huge part of my life over the past few years. I also share some of my favorite self-care tips, tricks, and products. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Self-care is all about coming back to a place of wholeness.”- Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How to overcome a difficult time [5:00] Ways to improve your quality of life [8:45] What does self-care look like [9:00] What makes people successful [11:40] How to sleep better [13:30] What is a healthy sleep routine [16:00] What are the benefits of magnesium salt baths [16:30] What does an Epsom salt bath do [17:00] Who is Vedic meditation meant for [17:25] What does a healthy morning routine look like [18:00] What are the benefits of HIT [19:00] Is matcha tea good for you [21:30] Personal Development Deconstruction and Spiritual Practice Breathwork Plant medicine Therapy Curated community Energy healing Sleep Optimization Ooler pad - Listen to ONKEN radio Episode 184: Todd & Tara Youngblood – Chilling Your Way to Better Sleep and use the code Nick15 for 15% off the Ooler Sleep System and Nick25 for 25% off the chiliPAD Regular bedtime Not drinking, or drinking early Magnesium salt bath or supplements NuCalm for travel - Listen to ONKEN radio Episode 198: Jim Poole – Hacking Your Way to Deep Stress Relief and Body Recovery and use the code NickOnken50 for half off your first month Morning Routine Mantra based meditation: Stress dump Gratitude Magical intentions 20 minutes of HIT workout: higher metabolism boost in the morning. More concentrated workout. 5 minutes of yoga. VR boxing. Supplements  Morning elixir: Organifi Greens: reds, pure mixed with mango chili LMNT. Use the code ONKEN for 15% off Liposomal Vitamin C Real mushrooms, Chaga, Reishi, Lion's mane Get your copy of Jenny Sansouci's book The Rebel's Apothecary: A Practical Guide to the Healing Magic of Cannabis, CBD, and Mushrooms Check out Vitamin D - Onnit and Shawn Stevenson's podcast episode: Vitamin D Masterclass: The Sex, Cancer, & Covid Connection Matcha: high in antioxidants. No coffee Water Reverse osmosis water filter - Use the code ONKEN299 for $150 off Add trace elements and minerals Quinton supplements Borax Intermittent Fasting and Protein Smoothie Bowl Finishing dinner by 7 pm then fasting solids till 11 am the next day Onken's protein smoothie bowl GLO vegan protein Superfeast

“The relationship is a third body.” - Connor Beaton This week we're talking about couples with a couple. Vienna Pharaon and Connor Beaton have both been guests on the podcast before, but that was well before they got engaged! Now they are an official pair and they work together and separately as therapists. Vienna is a couples' therapist and Connor works predominantly with men doing a lot of shadow work. We chat about co-creating as a couple, what they’ve created together and what that has looked like, and how a couple working together can create safety for each other. Listen in to today's episode as Vienna Pharaon and Connor Beaton explain what makes a healthy relationship, how to deal with codependency, and how to navigate conflict. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When we’re in conflict, there’s an opportunity to learn something new about the self and the other.” - Vienna Pharaon Some things we learn in this podcast: When did Connor and Vienna first work together [11:40] How can couples work together [13:30] How do you balance a relationship and a work relationship [15:00] How does codependency hold people back [28:10] What is individuation [28:30] What makes a healthy relationship [32:00] How to deal with codependency [35:00] What is the difference between codependency and sovereignty [39:00] How to navigate conflict [52:35] What is fawning [55:40] What is conflict alchemy [1:06:20] Links Mentioned: Listen to ONKEN radio Episode 128: Vienna Pharaon – Unpacking Your Inner World for Better Relationships Listen to ONKEN radio Episode 129: Connor Beaton – How Personal Growth Catalyzes Your Creativity Onken Hat Connect with Vienna and Connor on Twitter | Vienna on Instagram | Connor on Instagram | New York Couples Counseling

“We are the midwives of creativity.” - Nick Onken This week on ONKENradio, we are going to discuss some practical tips to help you create under pressure. Especially with my schedule, every week and every month look different. When you're being asked to create with a deadline like I am with this podcast, it can be challenging to do your best work. With a little guidance, a little practice, and a little help from your friends, it is totally possible to find your inspiration — even under pressure. Once you've mastered my recipe for creating under pressure, you can use the same skillset in avenues outside of your professional life, too. I talk about why I started this podcast, how my childhood affects my creativity today, and what exactly the process of identity alchemy is that I am undergoing. Listen in to this episode to find out how to create under pressure, ways to maximize your creativity, and how to stay present. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “I get to create content from the exact predicament that I am in.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How to create under pressure [2:00] Why make a podcast [2:30] How childhood affects adulthood [3:00] What is the process of identity alchemy [3:55] How to get inspired [6:30] How to maximize your creativity [8:00] How to stay present [10:00] 3 Tips on Creating Under Pressure Phone a friend Go for a walk Open the channel

“Everything is about frequency. NuCalm is about managing frequencies.” - Jim Poole In this week's episode of Onken Radio, I go in-depth with the Founder and CEO of NuCalm, Jim Poole. Before he met the inventor of NuCalm, Jim had been a part of plenty of large companies, but after learning about the potential power of NuCalm's neuroscience technology aimed at managing the human brain, he quickly became a convert. Now NuCalm is being used by 49 professional sports teams, has been adopted by the U.S. military, and is newly available for personal use on a subscription-based plan. Listen in as Jim explains what NuCalm does, how stress and sleep are related, and the key to mindfulness. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “NuCalm is designed to balance the autonomic nervous system, meaning it’s designed to stop the sabotage of fear, stress, anxiety, and depression.” - Jim Poole Some things we learn in this podcast: Who invented NuCalm [1:10] What is NuCalm [9:20] What is a Biosignal Processing Disk [17:05] What does NuCalm do [19:00] What are some health risks associated with stress [22:00] What parts of the body does cortisol affect [22:20] How does NuCalm work [23:00] What nutrients does the body need for sleep [26:30] Can you use NuCalm to sleep less [37:00] What is the key to mindfulness [40:00] Why do people feel tired during the pandemic [50:00] How are stress and sleep related [55:00] Can you build up a resistance to NuCalm [1:10:00] What are the consequences of jet lag [1:12:30] Links Mentioned: Listen to Onken Radio Episode 197: Healing & Traversing the Fabric of the Matrix with Ayahuasca Connect with Jim Poole on Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | NuCalm

“I found myself at the outer reaches of the universe.” - Nick Onken I just had a huge week and I'm bursting to tell you all about it! If you've been listening along, you'll already know that I’ve been doing plant medicine for a couple of years now, but this past week was something completely new. I visited the Arkana Spiritual Center in Peru where I was welcome as a part of the family to experience some of the most powerful and profound plant medicines on the planet. Over the course of a week, I was able to enjoy the effects of peyote, DMT, and ayahuasca under the watchful care of the amazing team at Arkana. My own journey of consciousness is deeply linked to my creativity and the more I learn, the more I want to share with you. Listen in as I talk in more detail about my recent excursion to the Arkana Spiritual Center, an Ayahuasca Retreat Center in Peru. I share how a sweat lodge works, why people take ayahuasca, and how to ensure that you have a positive experience when taking plant medicines and psychedelics. If you're wanting to go dive in, you can use the code "nicko" at check out at arkanainternational.com for $50 off and a free healing session or massage at any of the facilities. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “The idea is to set back to the eternal now.” - Nick Onken Some things we learn in this podcast: How does a sweat lodge work [6:00] What is peyote [9:45] How to make sure you have a positive ayahuasca experience [18:00] Why do you take ayahuasca [25:00] What is it like to take DMT [27:00] Links Mentioned: Get your copy of The Gene Keys by Richard Rudd Get your copy of How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence By Michael Pollan Connect with the Arkana Spiritual Center on Instagram Listen to Episode 161: Experimenting with Plant Medicine on NION Radio Listen to Episode 185: The Healing Power of Psychedelics on NION Radio

“There is poetry in how you treat yourself.” - Alyson Stoner I'm really pumped to share today's episode with Alyson Stoner. You have probably already heard of Alyson, a former actor, singer, and dancer. She has been working in the Hollywood entertainment world for over 20 years — since she was a kid! She’s performed with Missy Elliot, Outkast, and Ludacris, and she regularly works with Disney Channel. Now she is producing, writing, and directing, and is one of the founders of Movement Genius where she teaches people how to heal themselves through movement. She is also a vocal advocate for mental health and I love that she is on track to become the best version of herself. In this episode, Alyson and I talk about what it was like growing up in an adult world, how she learned to connect with people who shared similar interests, and how to use movement to get to know ourselves. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “I was the actress who couldn’t feel.” - Alyson Stoner Some things we learn in this podcast: What is it like to work with Missy Elliot [5:00] How Alyson Stoner got a job working on the Step Up movie [11:15] Alyson Stoner’s spiritual journey [14:45] The burdens of young performers [18:15] How to grow from suffering [32:00] What is Ken Wilber’s integral theory [36:30] How to apply Ken Wilber’s principles to your own life [37:45] Alyson Stoner’s morning routine [41:15] How to play Keep, Toss, Transform [42:45] How to become more self-aware [45:00] What are the components of a somatic-based mindful movement program [48:00] What does it mean to let your creativity go wrong [53:50] Ken Wilber's Categories of Development: Waking up Growing up Cleaning up Showing up Links Mentioned: Ken Wilber's Integral theory Sister Jenna @sisterdrjenna Get a copy of The Kybalion: A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece Connect with Alyson Stoner on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Alyson Stoner

“At the beginning, I didn’t even feel worthy to work with a brand like Nike.” In today's episode of Onken Radio, I’m going to share with you some of my history and a story about my path during the deconstruction phase of my life. I’ve been working on a lot of identity alchemy projects recently and this means that I've been deconstructing things about my past that I don’t necessarily want to deconstruct. I've been mulling over what it really means to become better versions of ourselves, why there's no such thing as a professional misstep, and how knowing who you don't want to be can help you on your journey to finding out who you do want to be. I've also been unpacking the impact of my first big job and the struggles I went through afterward. Landing a huge gig can be a great confidence booster, but if that immediate success isn't instantly followed by a slew of new and greater successes, your path forward can become daunting. Learning all of this has helped me to create the facets of my upcoming Identity Alchemy Program that I'm super excited to share with you soon! Listen in as I discuss the phases of my career, what identity alchemy is, and how my first big job affected my professional outlook forever. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “We’re always shedding an old identity and creating a new identity.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What it means to be a better version of ourselves [2:55] The phases of Nick’s career [4:00] Nick’s first big job [5:00] Why it’s important to know who you don’t want to be [9:30] Facets of the Identity Alchemy Program [11:30] Links Mentioned: OnkenHat Photographs by Nick Onken

“The answer to us is not an algorithm; it is so much more complex than that.” On this episode on ONKEN Radio, we have my man Dr. Christian Gonzalez in the house. Going by the name Dr. G, he is a holistic doctor and oncologist with his own private practice and he even has his own podcast called Heal Thyself where he does product reviews and goes into detail about his journey to heal himself over the years. Today we are talking about healing the body and mind to create with soul. We dive into so many exciting topics from the act of creating to how chronic low-grade stress negatively affects people and how Dr. G got involved in holistic medicine. Dr. Christian Gonzalez shares why Traditional Chinese Medicine has too much influence over peoples’ health today, why nature is important for our health, and what a constant state of fear can do to the body. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “There’s a place for all medicines, I just think we have it upside down.” - Dr. G Some things we learn in this podcast: How grass can help ground you [2:30] Why nature is important for health [2:45] Why TCM has too much influence over peoples’ health [7:00] How Dr. Christian Gonzalez got involved in holistic medicine [8:20] What the requirements are to become a naturopathic doctor [12:00] What a naturopath is [13:45] What a constant state of fear can do to the body [18:00] How chronic low-grade stress negatively affects people [19:30] Dr. Christian Gonzalez' creative outlets [44:30] How expressing yourself heals [51:00] Ways to harmonize the body [53:10] Links Mentioned: Heal Thyself podcast Connect with Dr. G on Instagram | LinkedIn | The Swell Score

“The magic happens when we’ve created a container around it.” This season on Onken Radio we will be distilling concepts from our guests to help deepen your spiritual practice and your creative flow. One of those concepts that we’re going to discuss today is something I call “curating your containers.” We have many containers, from health and business to relationships and creativity. What experience do you want to create? Learn how to curate your containers, how an insight timer helps Nick, and how to trigger your subconscious. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Living with vibrance and radiance is such a huge piece of living fully.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What a creative alchemist is [0:30] Why it’s important to create with intention [3:00] How to balance masculine and feminine energy [4:00] What defines masculine energy [4:15] What characterizes feminine energy [5:35] How an insight timer helps Nick [6:20] How to trigger your subconscious [9:00] How to curate your life [11:30] How to curate your containers [11:30] 3 Tips on How to Curate Your Containers: Think of the results Procure the things that will get you there Design those things in an artful way that activates convenience

“People can’t be held accountable for that which they’re oblivious to.” - Peter Crone Welcome back to ONKEN RADIO (previously NION Radio), the podcast where we explore the body, mind, and soul of the creative entrepreneur. It’s my goal to help you take your creativity, business, and life to the next level. I’m so glad you’re joining me on this journey! For today’s episode, we have with us self-proclaimed Mind Architect — Peter Crone. He helps people find a life of freedom on the other side of their subconscious mind.  How does he do it? By helping his clients step beyond their primitive survival instincts and rewire their brains to believe they are capable of achieving the best things they can imagine for themselves. Through heightening their sense of awareness, his clients shift from accepting their less-than-perfect reality to pursuing a life of vitality from the inside out. Peter said he believes that actualizing an extraordinary reality begins with awareness: “People can’t be held accountable for that which they’re oblivious to.” - Peter Crone If you’re oblivious to your limiting beliefs or hidden fears, you can’t move past them. In the same way, if you’re oblivious of what a thriving life looks like to you, you can’t take the necessary steps to make it a reality. The more aware you are of how you’re experiencing life and the way you want to be, the more you will be able to create the life of your dreams. If you’re ready to construct a life of love and freedom, this message is going to be your jam. Let’s get to it. Who Is Peter Crone? Peter Crone is a writer, speaker, and thought leader in human potential who works with world-class entertainers, professional athletes, and global organizations. He calls himself, “The Mind Architect.” Honestly, I don’t think there is a better description for him.  Peter explained that when he stepped into the self-help world, he felt that typical titles like “monk,” “spiritual teacher,” and “happiness guru” all came with the expectation that you walked around in robes and feathers while rubbing coconut oil on people. While Peter isn’t against any of that, he wanted to create a title that embodied an everyday person who had elevated their mind to a state of freedom, peace, and love. He explained his perspective like this:  “My assertion is that every human being just by design … [has] these codes — this programming — of inadequacy, insecurity, and scarcity that drives all of these behavioral adaptations and the suffering that we see in the world. I help people discover a world of total freedom and love on the other side of those.” - Peter Crone All that to say, Peter does some legit and exciting work. He has received shout outs from multiple athletes and celebrities for the breakthroughs he has helped them achieve. If you want to rewire your brain for freedom and joy, Peter is the one to learn from.  Today we’re discussing the role time plays in rewiring your mental construct, what it means to thrive, and why you need to be aware of your physical and mental state if you truly want to prosper. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Rewiring Your Mind Takes Time When it comes to rewiring our brains, a lot of this stuff is very subconscious. On top of that, the thoughts we think are almost always subconsciously wired or programmed into our minds. Because of this, it takes a lot of work to uncover this subconscious programming. Once you have brought subconscious thoughts — limiting beliefs, childhood wounds, deep-rooted fears — to a conscious level, you can start taking action to rewire them. However, if you’ve ever taken a stab at this kind of work, you’ve probably noticed that it’s more challenging than just changing a surface habit. This is where Peter said that compassion and time play a key role in aligning your mind with freedom and joy.  “[Compassion] eradicates a whole world of judgment that a lot of people have and brings in a lot more pa...

“The universe is going to throw you cosmic bricks and they’re going to get bigger and bigger if you don’t listen to them.” Welcome to 2021, my friends! 2020 was a doozy of a year. Our own biases further divided us as the universe threw some pretty hefty cosmic bricks our way. What really matters as we move into this new year is the way that we choose to handle those bricks. To set our intentions for the months ahead, in today's episode I share some of my biggest breakthroughs of the year. I talk about the root of our suffering, the progress I made last year on my journey with plant medicines, and the great purpose of life. Nick discusses 20 things he learned in 2020, from the value of plant medicine to the healing power of creativity and what your relationships say about you. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Our human experience is the gift to the divine intelligence that is within us.” Some things we learn in this podcast: Nick’s goals for 2021 [0:50] Nick’s new course offering [1:35] What the purpose of life is [4:15] Where suffering stems from [6:35] What a creative alchemist is [6:53] The value of plant medicine [15:25] How plant medicine works on the subconscious [17:05] How we create our own suffering [21:25] How cosmic intelligence is expressed [22:00] Why creativity heals [22:45] What your relationships say about you [25:49] What it means to love loosely [27:07] 20 Things I Learned in 2020 The cosmic brick is your biggest gift It's okay not to be okay Healing is peeling All is mental Question everything Transmitting fear daily is essential Plant medicine is a huge tool for therapy and ascension Follow your white rabbit You become who and what you want to attract Gratitude is the biggest state changer Your attachment to the physical realm is the cause of suffering Your human experience is the gift to cosmic intelligence Creativity is healing You and you only are responsible for your happiness Creativity as your business is just as important as creativity in your craft Relationships are a mirror for your own growth Letting go and loving with a loose grip is not easy We live in a world of narrative wars You create the reality that you want to live in We are living in one holographic virtual reality experience

“We get addicted to scrolling, to checking Facebook, to checking our text messages, to the point where we are actually doing nothing.” Today I want to dive into something that I’m calling The Dopamine Experiment. I had never done it before, but now I've done it a few times over the past couple of weeks and I'm hooked -- and this experiment goes way beyond a digital detox! If you’re anything like me, you’ve been struggling to focus at work ever since social media burst into our lives. My mind is always searching for that hit of dopamine. And we get addicted to scrolling. Having some extra time at home during the quarantine, I knew that this could be the perfect time to try out this reset plan. There are a few options to choose from with varying levels of strictness, so you can spend some time deciding which option is best for you to start with, and we talk about those options in today's episode. Listen in to learn about the benefits dopamine, what the three levels of a dopamine detox consist of, and why this is the perfect time to curb your addiction to social media. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When you’re living at a higher vibrational state, you can attract more things into your life.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What a dopamine detox is [1:10] What is dopamine [1:15] Why we are addicted to social media [2:30] What is the attention economy [3:30] The three levels of a dopamine detox [7:35] What counts as stimulating food [8:00] The Three Levels of a Dopamine Detox Beginner Intermediate Time Theorist Links Mentioned: Andrew Kirby: This Graph Changed My Life - Memory x Time x Results Andrew Kirby: This Graph Changed My Life - Instant Gratification vs Delayed Gratification Dopamine Detox How-To videos: Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4

"If you fight for your limitations, you get to keep them." Today's exciting episode was produced in conjunction with the magazine Undo-Ordinary, and we have an exceptional returning guest, the fabulous Jim Kwik. We last did a podcast episode with Jim about four or five years ago already, so we were thrilled to sit him down to dive into his 20+ years spent as a kind of brain coach as well as going in-depth about his new book, "Limitless". In today's episode, Jim talks about how chronic stress affects the brain, ways to create more self-awareness, and why kindness is so important. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “If you’re not motivated, you’re not getting out of that box.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What are the three M’s of becoming limitless [3:10] How chronic stress affects the brain [7:55] How mental health is the most important piece of survival [8:50] How to describe a survival mental construct [18:00] Why more attention needs to be paid to post-traumatic growth [19:00] How people use trauma for personal growth [19:05] How to practice self-love [21:25] Why kindness is so important [21:35] How to create more self-awareness [22:25] How to define self-awareness [23:05] The function of the reticular activating system [25:50] What does it mean to go from survive to thrive [30:30] Who is Stan Lee’s favorite superhero [32:15] How to thrive [34:05] What tools does Jim use to survive his internal constructs [38:10] What activity helps give Jim perspective [41:55] How education has helped with Jim’s survival [44:55] The Four Horsemen of Mental Heath Digital deluge Digital distraction Digital dementia Digital depression The Five Methodical Superpowers Focus Study Memory Speed Reading Critical Thinking Links Mentioned Get your copy of Limitless by Jim Kwik Connect with Jim Kwik on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Jim Kwik Website

“A lot of spiritual awakening is questioning reality.” Hello everybody! I am sending my sincerest wishes that you are all happy and healthy and safe wherever you are in this big beautiful world of ours! I know it is a super stressful time for all of us and so I wanted to share an amazing conversation that I had recently to take your mind off of things for a little bit, so on this week's episode, we catch up with the ever-fabulous Aaron Doughty at his amazing space in sunny Las Vegas, Nevada. Aaron, as you probably already know, is a Youtuber and I have to say absolutely love what he brings to the world through this medium. I suppose that what I love most about his content is that he talks about everything spiritual -- you all know that is my jam! In our chat, we go in deep on topics like our own spiritual awakening, meditation tactics, and synchronicity as a by-product of the way reality works. Listen in as Aaron Doughty and I discuss self-love, the definition of alignment, and how to open up and be comfortable in front of a camera. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “The ego is separation and the more we emphasise our ego the more we emphasise the walls between us.” Some things we learn in this podcast: How Aaron Doughty got started on Youtube [6:10] How to describe a spiritual awakening [16:00] What channeling is [31:00] How to open up and be comfortable in front of a camera [31:10] How Aaron Doughty meditates [40:00] When Aaron meditates [44:40] What kind of meditation Aaron does [46:05] How to describe alignment [53:55] What self-love means [1:04:45] Links Mentioned: Connect with Aaron Doughty on Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | Aaron Doughty Website

“We have to learn to assess what is, shift our perspective, move forward, and do what we can to help other people.” Today I want to talk about what is happening now: the Coronapocalypse! Things are not as they once were. I have been seeking ways to live a deeper and more soulful life for as long as I can remember. And how does this relate to our current state of emergency? Survival to creation is something we feel on a daily basis that has been amplified during these scary times. There are three things being threatened: our health, our wealth, and our families. While I am worried about myself, I am much more worried about my family -- and I know I am not alone. A few future jobs of mine have already been canceled and this is happening across the board. It is a good time to take a step back and reassess. It is a great time to address and work on your coping methods. For example, one coping method that I have used in the past and continue to use is breathwork. I talk more in-depth about this practice in Episode 164: How Breathwork Has Helped My Creative Flow. Listen in to today's episode to hear how to stay sane at home, why gratitude is so important right now, and why you should choose to spend this time creating rather than ingesting the toxic news cycle. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Your thoughts are the language of the mind and feelings are the language of the body.” Some things we learn in this podcast: How to move from survival to creation [1:00] How to put a name to your fear [5:35] How to stay fit at home [7:20] How to break the cycle of negative thought [8:10] How breathwork can mitigate stress [9:15] How to understand the mind-body connection [10:20] Why gratitude is so important [11:17] How to manage your time in quarantine [14:30] How to manage your intake of news [19:00] How to Migrate from Survival to Creation Put a name to your fear Keep moving Nervous system reset Understand the body-mind connection Practice gratitude Find your connection to the universe Think about how you can use your time inside to ideate and create Create something for fun Think about how you can reinvent your business Be aware of what is happening but don’t overindulge Links Mentioned: John Peel Fitness on Instagram Onken Hat on Instagram Danielle Shine on Instagram Peter Attia M.D. on Instagram Lifespan Book newsletter sign up

“Maybe this should be called ‘Living Your Meat Suit.’” This week we are continuing to unpack the list I made towards the end of 2019 on the 21 Things I Learned This Year. Our last episode was on the healing power of psychedelics and this really led me into a space of deeper understanding on the topic that we're going into detail about today: you are not your human. It may sound like a bizarre concept at first, but lately, I have been driving down this road of consciousness and spirituality. You are your consciousness, your spirit, your soul — whatever you want to call it. You are so much more than simply your body and that can be a difficult distinction to make. Listen in to learn what life is like after taking psychedelics, what keeps us from experiencing joy, and how to separate your spirit from your body. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Why don’t we live the best life we can — and that is up to us to create.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What it is like to come down from psychedelics [3:45] What stops us from experiencing joy [6:30] How to experience the difference between the spirit world and the human experience [10:30] What tv show to watch to explore the idea of your consciousness as separate from the body [10:40] Links Mentioned: Get your copy of Metahuman: Unleashing Your Infinite Potential by Deepak Chopra M.D.

“I was on this rocket ship out of my body and into the universe and I found myself amongst the stars.” This week we're going far out, guys. As you probably know by now, I did a podcast episode at the end of last year about the 21 Things I Learned This Year. This year, we are dedicating one entire episode to each point on that list and this week, we're on number three: the healing power of psychedelics. A few years ago I went through a dark time. During that time I lost so much drive and I was searching for meaning in my life, so I began my first foray into the mystical world of psychedelic drugs and plant medicines. The first one I tried was DMT and since then I've also had experiences with ayahuasca and psilocybin mushrooms. You might recall that I talked about All Things Mushrooms & Creativity with Tero Isokauppila, the founder of Four Sigmatic, a food and beverage company that specializes in mushroom-based drinks. I also spent an episode with Gerry Powell discussing How Plant Medicine Can Change Your Life and interviewed Dr. Jeff McNairy on How Plant Medicine Works In Your Brain. Listen in to today's episode to find out which psychedelic drugs are being used to heal, how plant medicines work in your brain, and how Nick used psychedelics to help him through a difficult time. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “Different plant medicines will help you dive deeper into your psyche.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What DMT is made of [2:30] How to ingest DMT [2:40] The distinction between drugs and plant medicine [6:40] What book to read before doing psychedelics [8:00] How psychedelics heal [9:20] Links Mentioned: Get a copy of How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence by Michael Pollan Watch the documentary From Shock to Awe

“So much of the population just doesn’t care enough about sleep.” This week's episode is all about one of my favorite pasttimes: sleep! I am super stoked to talk about this topic because I am all about hacking my sleep. I sat down with Todd and Tara Youngblood, a married couple from Charlotte, North Carolina who are the inventors of the chiliPAD, the most genius revolutionary thing that I have experienced. What is it? Haven't you heard? The chiliPAD is, simply put, a cooling system for your bed. Well, Tara calls herself a sleep geek and she put all of that geekiness into her new book, Reprogram Your Sleep. We talk all about how to get better sleep, how the chiliPAD works, and some of her favorite sleep facts, like what is happening to your body when you are lucid dreaming. Listen in to hear Todd and Tara Youngblood explain how to figure out your sleep switch, how sleep really works, and why temperature matters when you sleep. And after you've finished listening, you can head over to their site to begin your journey to the coolest sleep of your life with a special offer from us to you with love! Use the code Nick15 for 15% off the OOLER and Nick25 for 25% off the chiliPAD. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “We kind of talk ourselves into thinking we are better than we are at sleep.” Some things we learn in this podcast: Why Tara calls herself a sleep geek [1:15] What are the principles to the recipe for good sleep [1:48] How does the chiliPAD work [4:00] How to figure out your sleep cycle [10:00] How to adjust your sleep schedule when traveling [14:00] How can you fall back asleep if you wake up in the night [18:00] Where does Tara get her sleep knowledge [23:00] When did Tara hit her sleep rock bottom [23:15] What is the problem with medical studies [24:10] How do you know how much sleep you need [26:20] What is the difference between the amount of sleep and sleep density [29:15] What factors affect your REM sleep [30:20] Is it normal for an adult to wake up to use the bathroom in the night [37:10] How to fall asleep more easily [38:25] How to define sleep drive [40:12] What is the nerdiest sleep fact [41:00] What can lucid dreaming do for your brain [43:20] How does lucid dreaming work [43:45] Links Mentioned: Get a copy of Reprogram Your Sleep: The Sleep Recipe that Works by Tara Youngblood Get a copy of The Power of When: Discover Your Chronotype - and the Best Time to Eat Lunch, Ask for a Raise, Have Sex, Write a Novel, Take Your Meds, and More by Michael Breus Connect with Todd and Tara Youngblood on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Chili Technology

“If you’re going through a dark time, know that this, too, shall pass.” While making this podcast, it has been good practice for me to step out of my comfort zone and I am actually really enjoying working on these subconscious blocks that I have always around public speaking. And that makes me really happy. I am always working to become a better version of myself and that's what today's episode is all about. As you may or may not know, I did a podcast at the end of 2019 about the 21 Things I Learned This Year that people loved so I wanted to spend some more time unpacking that list. Today's topic is super important to me, as it helped me to pull myself out of a dark and difficult time that I was struggling through a few years ago. It is this simple mantra: this too shall pass. Listen in to today's episode to learn what a dark night of the soul is, what you can do to help yourself out of a difficult time, and how podcasts can help you along your journey to realizing that this too shall pass. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When you’re attached to your ego you rely on external validation to feel good.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What is a dark night of the soul [3:20] What was the catalyst for Nick’s tough time [4:00] How has meditation helped with depression [7:10] How do podcasts help Nick [9:15] Links Mentioned: Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Dispenza  

“We’re not just working on the physical body itself, we’re working with the person’s humanity.” On today's episode, we sat down for an in-depth chat with Aaron Alexander, host of the Align Podcast and an expert in movement therapy. Aaron recently published the book The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life to encourage more people to see physical exercise as one facet of their regular lives, rather than a once-daily routine punishment. We had plenty to talk about, from the relationship your senses have to your physiology and how to define trauma to the high costs of self-care. We also discuss each other's egos, my greatest fears, and why Aaron is so skeptical of gurus. Listen in to our conversation to learn what the Alignment Method is, how to change your perception of pain, and why Nick started his popular podcast. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “How do we pay greater attention to what’s happening in this little moment?” Some things we learn in this podcast: What is the Alignment Method [1:22] How do the senses affect physiology [2:55] How do you practice your perception [5:20] What is the method behind the Alignment Method [7:00] What is the definition of trauma [14:35] How Aaron changed his perception of pain [17:20] How do we handle each other’s egos [21:19] The psychological interplay of working with the body [28:00] What is rolfing [29:35] How would Nick describe his voice [35:00] How to describe self-love [51:31] The high cost of self-care [54:00] How to decide when you need a coach [56:30] How psychedelics are being used to treat addiction [1:00:06] How to integrate fitness into your life [1:00:55] How often does Nick think about death [1:13:45] What are Nick’s biggest fears [1:17:15] Why is Aaron skeptical of gurus [1:19:35] How to address death [1:21:20] Why did Nick start his podcast [1:28:51] Links Mentioned: The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life by Aaron Alexander The Align Method 7-day Free Trial Connect with Aaron Alexander on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Align Podcast

“One of the trifecta of the things that I’m interested in exploring is creativity, consciousness, and culture.” Today I'm doing a super sweet solo episode on a vitally important topic: creating yourself. But first, before you tuck into today's episode, be sure to listen to Episode 178. I made a list of things I learned in 2019 and I am going to devote an episode to breaking down each of them. Today we're breaking down the idea that you should never stop creating yourself and diving into the multitude of ways that I continue to learn each day. Learning is such an ongoing process and it takes work -- a lot of work -- to keep that ball rolling. It may not always come easy, but it is certainly always worth it. So how do I do it? And how can you do it? For starters, I have cultivated a group of people that I look up to, and thus, can look to for advice. These people helped me out of a dark time that I went through a few years ago and they have put me on a healthier, more well-rounded path to personal growth through channels like meditation and breathwork, for example. They have also helped me set goals on both small and large scales. Listen in to today's special episode of NION Radio to find out what steps you can take to keep learning and creating yourself every day, what tools you need to keep a positive outlook, and how to get yourself to read more. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “We should always be expanding ourselves and evolving and growing.” Some things we learn in this podcast: Which people does Nick look to for advice [2:00] What is the neuroscience behind meditation [2:20] What tools do you need to maintain a positive outlook [5:30] How breathwork has helped Nick [6:10] What is Nick’s life goal [7:55] How to get yourself to read more [9:30] Links Mentioned: Nick's Amazon Book Page #OnkensWorld

“Whenever I hear a no, I think it’s a no for now.” Hey guys! I'm super excited because we have lots of fun stuff coming up this year. It’s 2020 -- the year of vision and getting clear on where I’m going and what I’m creating, so today I'm sitting down with Jason Harris. He has been in advertising for 20 years and is the Founder of the advertising agency, Mechanism. Now, Jason is the author of the fantastic new book, The Soulful Art of Persuasion. It is all about building long-term relationships that turn into creative collaborations and business collaborations. We had a great conversation about being generous with your time and resources, what inspired him to write this book, and what he thinks of the show Mad Men. Listen in to learn how to make the most of professional contacts, how to keep a healthy balance between your business and your humanity, and when to stop giving your work away for free.   You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When I was 12 years old I knew I wanted to be a madman.” Some things we learn in this podcast: How to keep in touch with your professional contacts [12:50] How to balance your human soul with your business [14:35] Types of pro bono work Jason does with advertising [15:30] How to get started giving back [16:10] How to find the balance in charity work [21:00] What the word influencer means to Jason [23:24] What Jason’s routines and rituals are [32:54] How often Nick does breathwork [40:20] How is ayahuasca like therapy [40:47] Links Mentioned: The Soulful Art of Persuasion: The 11 Habits That Will Make Anyone a Master Influencer by Jason Harris Connect with Jason Harris on Instagram | Twitter | The Soulful Art

“New Year’s resolutions are just trash.” It's a new year! And, for many of us, with each new year comes the desire to turn over a new leaf and start fresh. To create yourself in the best way possible, you have to do the deep work and really investigate your life -- and a new year is the perfect excuse to do just that! There’s a delicate balance between keeping your feet on the ground and your head in the clouds. And it’s important for both the creative side of your life and for the business side, but you also have to set your intentions without getting too attached to the results. Today I really want to talk about goal setting and intention setting for the year. I will share my method for doing so as well as the personal goals that I am setting for myself. On today's show, we're going over the ways to set and prioritize your goals for the new year, how to balance work with pleasure, and how to balance those goals with reality. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “You should always be questioning your reality.” Some things we learn in this podcast: How to best balance your goals with your reality [4:35] The value of balance for a creative lifestyle [4:59] The importance of gratitude in your life [8:35] The many pillars of Nick’s life [10:20] How to best prioritize philanthropy in your daily life [11:07] What are Nick’s intentions for the new year [12:00] What goals Nick is working towards this year [13:05] The Pillars of Nick's Life Creativity Creating life balance Love and relationships - friendly, familial and romantic Business and finances Wellness Personal fitness Personal development Spirituality Philanthropy Links Mentioned: Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza  

“There’s people that don’t learn from their mistakes, people that do learn from their mistakes, and people who learn from other peoples’ mistakes — I want to be the third one.” Welcome to today's episode of NION Radio where we're reflecting on the past year. I will be talking about the things I learned in the past year that have had the greatest impact on my life. I have too many to count, but this list includes 21 things that I want to pass on to you so that you can begin to set your intentions for the new year ahead. I, for one, dug myself out of depression this year through experimenting with psychedelics and proactively working towards a healthy work balance, and I am thrilled to be moving into a more expansive brand direction next year. Listen in to hear Nick share some of the most important things he learned in 2019 and what he is looking forward to in the new year. Join me as I unpack this list: You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “You are a spiritual being having a human experience in, like, a meat suit.” Some things we learn in this podcast: How Nick got himself out of a depression [5:30] Should psychedelics be considered drugs [8:10] Ways psychedelics can be used to rewire the brain [9:00] What is the shadow of your psyche [12:00] How ayahuasca can be therapeutic [13:00] Nick’s experience growing up in a religious family [13:50] How to untether from your thoughts. [17:00] How to create life balance [17:45] What self-care is [24:00] Nick’s goals for the new year [34:35] Links Mentioned: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle The War of Art by Steven Pressfield The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza Mantalks Podcast Chiun Kai Shih on Instagram @mrchunkyexpress ONKEN HAT on Instagram @onkenhat

“Mushrooms are more playful, more loving, and more nurturing…” Welcome to today's episode of NION Radio where we're talking to Tero Isokauppila, a mushroom guru who took us on an epic trip to Finnish Lapland this past January. From regular mushrooms to psilocybin, the magic mushrooms, Tero knows all about it. He even writes books and speaks all over the world about the part mushrooms play in creativity and the creation of stories. A product of his upbringing, he credits his creativity and inspiration to nature. He is also an outspoken advocate for the resurgence of non-addictive substances as an outlet for self-exploration. Listen in to today's episode to learn how Tero found his calling in mushrooms, why he developed his business around them, and what these mushrooms can do for your health. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “A lot of things in nature don’t want to be eaten — including plants.” Some things we learn in this podcast: How Tero Isokauppila got involved with mushrooms [3:38] Tero’s children's book on the true origin of Santa Claus [5:20] The world’s most famous mushroom that nobody knows [5:50] Which mushrooms can help your health [10:30] The king of all mushrooms [13:55] Why you shouldn’t eat mushrooms raw [15:43] Tero’s favorite mushroom [17:05] Some of the most expensive edible mushrooms [17:40] How mushrooms help with creativity [19:08] Tero’s travel philosophy [24:10] How Tero stays healthy on the road [26:45] Tero’s experience with ayahuasca [32:18] The value and validity of microdosing [40:23] Different dosages of mushrooms [42:25] How important is psychedelic drug research [47:10] Connect with Tero Isokauppila on Instagram | Four Sigmatic

“A lot of times what’s on the other side of that risk is beauty.” Welcome to today's episode of NION Radio where we're talking about the ways that I actively work to design the life that I envision for myself and the tools that you can use to design your life. Have you ever wondered "how did I get to where I am today"? When I was deciding what I wanted to do when I grew up, the combination of art and technology sparked my interest in design, so I started with this goal and worked backwards from there to figure out what it takes to get there. These practical steps have helped me to realize my goal and to appreciate the joys and challenges of making a career from your art. Why is it so important to be able to separate yourself from your art? What does it mean to create your life by creating every small moment and how can we allow ourselves the space to make magic happen? Listen in to learn about Nick Onken’s background, his path to creating art as a career, and his outlook on how to design your life. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “I created that vision then broke it down in reverse and said, how can I get there?” Some things we learn in this podcast: Nick Onken’s first career [2:14] Why Nick decided to go to school for graphic design [3:00] The book that changed the game for Nick [3:40] What it means to create a moment [5:28] A practical exercise to achieving your perfect day [6:50] How Nick created a lifestyle that includes travel [10:15] When Nick decided to become a commercial photographer [12:20] Links Mentioned: Tim Ferriss and the Four-Hour Workweek

“It’s a material that is half not there and I find that fascinating.” Welcome to today's episode of NION Radio where we're talking to Benjamin Shine, an artist who may not seem like a tutu kind of guy, but who has a background in women’s wear and makes fantastic art with single pieces of tulle fabric. After being encouraged to leave fashion school in his third year, he focused his efforts on creating two items of clothing from a single piece of fabric before going down the inventor-designer rabbit hole. Finding clarity from chaos, Benjamin Shine has found success in the art world using gravity and the density of material to create form rather than just images. I brought Benjamin in to talk about his graveyard of old irons, his recent collaborations with designers like John Galliano, and his spiritual journey as it relates to his art. Listen in to today's episode to learn how Benjamin found his medium of choice, developed his business techniques, and what his creative process looks like. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! “When I find an iron with a point, I’m pretty happy, but they blow up from time to time which is a hassle.” Some things we learn in this podcast: What sparked Ben’s interest in fashion [5:35] What differentiates the way artists and designers think [8:00] How to handle the business side of art [9:40] How Ben afforded to pivot so early in his career [19:40] What Ben’s creative process looks like [21:00] The themes present in Ben’s art [32:40] What Ben’s life as an artist looks like while living in different cities [49:49] What Ben’s day to day life is like [50:40] How Ben’s wife turned her health around [52:24] Connect with Benjamin Shine on Instagram | Benjaminshine.com Here is some of Benji's amazing work!

"The mental game is the biggest game you'll ever play." Welcome to today's episode of NION Radio where we're talking about how to stay motivated and focused in your creative endeavors. When I was going over emails and comments from members of the NION Life community, this was the number one thing that kept coming up. Why do I have such a hard time committing to my craft? Why do I feel so much resistance? What can I do? Lucky for you, fellow NIONites, we've got the episode that's get you on that path towards focus, finishing projects, and finding what keeps you going. Listen in to this episode to learn what top creatives do to stay focused and motivated, like finding your why, self care, and using your creative community. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! "It always happens, it's always going, you have to keep doing these things to maintain your motivation." Some things we learn in this podcast: Why maintaining your motivation is an ever changing task [1:30] How knowing your why can keep you focused on the big picture [6:58] The most important book for creatives and why you should read it [9:10] What the most successful creatives have in common in staying focused [11:15] The power of community and how it can inspire you [15:03] Why you need to stay innovative and keep creating for creativity's sake [16:13] Links Mentioned: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action The War of Art Turning Pro: Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life's Work Superfeast Neural Nector & other goodies Ooler by Chili Pad Onnit Suppliments