Podcasts about esoteric philosophy

New Age types keep saying that there are twelve planets. Where does that number come from, and what are these three extra planets supposed to be? (Plus: a detour to the world of ancient astronauts.) https://order-of-the-jackalope.com/the-number-of-the-stars/ Key sources for this episode include Gottfried de Purucker's Fundamentals of the Esoteric Philosophy and The Fountain-Source of Occultism; Govert Schilling's The Hunt for Planet X: New Worlds and the Fate of Pluto; Maureen Temple Richmond's "The Threefold Rulership System in Esoteric Astrology"; Michael Heiser's website sitchiniswrong.com; and the collected works of Zecharia Sitchin. Unidentified: Zecharia Sitchin's Made-Up Ancient Aliens History Unidentified: Fear of a 12th Planet Unidentified: Nibiru Needs Gold (and Sperm, for Some Reason) 404 Media: If Planet X Exists, It's Running Out of Places to Hide This week we're promoting our friends the Paranoid Strain, where the Fearful Jesuit and Dana Unicorn explain why so many people believe ridiculous conspiracy theories. https://www.theparanoidstrain.com/ I'll be presenting at the Intelligent Speech conference on February 8, 2025! Register now at https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ and get 10% off with the promo code JACKALOPE! The Ancient and Esoteric Order of the Jackalope is a secret society devoted to sharing strange stories and amazing facts. No topic is off limits -- if it's interesting or entertaining, we'll do an episode about it! Email: jackalope@order-of-the-jackalope.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/orderjackalope.bsky.social Discord: https://discord.gg/Mbap3UQyCB TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@orderjackalope Tumblr: https://orderjackalope.tumblr.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@orderjackalope

In today's episode, I interview Ronnie Pontiac, a scholar and lecturer on esoteric philosophy who first started out as Manly P. Hall's personal research assistant in the 1980s. In this chat, we talk in-depth about Manly Hall, while also delving into the contents of Ronnie's recent book,  "American Metaphysical Religion". Table of contents:1. Introduction to Ronnie Pontiac and His Work (00:00:00 - 00:05:13)2. The Influence of Manly P. Hall on Esoteric Philosophy (00:05:14 - 00:14:12)3. Personal Stories from Working with Manly P. Hall (00:14:13 - 00:25:32)4. Hall's Eastern Philosophy Influence and Later Work (00:25:33 - 00:45:28)5. Mystical Experiences and Hall's Death (00:45:29 - 01:06:54)6. Post-Manly Hall: Ronnie's Shift to Music and Writing (01:06:55 - 02:00:00)7. Hall's Legacy in Esoteric and Popular Culture (02:00:01 - 02:39:00)8. Final Reflections and Potential Future Collaborations (02:39:01 - 03:20:00)Ronnie site: https://ronniepontiac.medium.com/Ronnie's books: https://www.innertraditions.com/author/ronnie-pontiacMy website: www.alexsachon.comMy Substack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comSend us a text

So... what do 5G microwaves, a clothing line made of tin foil, and a bunch of confiscated dildos have in common? Is this even a spiritual podcast anymore?  Wtf am I listening to?We're back on our bullshit. In this Serendipity Session, we dive headfirst into the absurd, the spiritual, and the conspiratorial. Eyebrows will be raised, but we don't give a fuck. We cover everything from M.I.A.'s new anti-5G fashion line (because, apparently, 5G protection is high fashion now), to P. Diddy's arrest and the authorities' peculiar discovery of his, um, adult extracurricular props. But wait, there's more! Along the way, we talk about the dangers of TikTok baby witches casting spells like it's a high school chemistry experiment, and we go off on white girls who jump into spirituality with no shame about colonizing closed spiritual practices from other cultures. We discuss the philosophical Ship of Theseus (because, duh, you need to learn something esoteric in every episode). And we also explore the weird dynamics that arise when spiritual readers try to read for other spiritual readers (spoiler alert: it doesn't always go well). If you're in the mood for some Clairannoyance chaos mixed with on-the-spot spiritual insights, you've landed on the right episode. If you're looking for something else... then go listen to our 60 other episodes. Also, go rate us 5 stars. THANK YOU LOVE YOU!********************************Episode ResourcesBook a mediumship reading with Katie O! Join the ranks of her esteemed clients like Chelsea Handler!Learn about the Ship of Theseus********************************About The Serendipity Sessions:We began The Serendipity Sessions as a series in the Clairannoyance podcast so we could have real-time unscripted conversations. Unlike our subject-specific deep dives and guest interview episodes, The Serendipity Sessions is a raw reflection of the genuine bond we share. We have no rules and no episode notes in advance, just a free-flowing exchange of thoughts and emotions. It's an exploration of the outer banks of consciousness where untamed treasures are hidden away. We believe one sudden insight can hold immense value, far beyond most meticulously planned discussions. Each session is a unique encounter with chance as we defy routine and enjoy a spontaneous dance with spirituality. We aim to keep these episodes as evergreen as possible, so you can find your way here whenever you need to. And hopefully, you'll encounter pieces of yourself every time you join us.********************************Podcast & Host Resources:Clairannoyance InstagramClairannoyance TikTokClairannoyance WebsiteMegan's InstagramMegan's TikTokMegan's WebsiteRyan's InstagramRyan's TikTokRyan's Website

In today's episode I do an in-depth breakdown of a Manly P. Hall lecture I've had on my radar for a long time. It's called "Magnetic Fields of the Human Body" and it offers a wide-ranging introduction to the role that the electromagnetic field surrounding the human body - often called the "aura" - plays in human life. It offers the key not only to understanding human health, but also human psychology, as well as the mysteries of astrology and alchemy.The video version of this episode will be featured on my substack (thewisdomtradition.substack.com). Thanks for tuning in! And don't forget to check out my book on Manly P. Hall (available on Amazon). - AlexSend us a Text Message.

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INTERVIEW BEGINS AT: 30:45 When we hear words such as occult, or mysticism, often, most people don't really know what those words mean. Mainstream modern society has often used these words as a label for EVIL. This of course, is not the case. But what is Esoteric philosophy? Well our guest tonight has dedicated his academic life to the study of these very things. Dr. Justin Sledge, thru lecture and his YouTube Channel Esoterica, explores these topics and many more, in a scholarly fashion. He explains topics such as Alchemy, mysticism, theosophy, philosophy, occult studies, alternate religious texts, Kabbalah, hermetic teachings and many more. His channel is a must for any lover of learning, check it out on YouTube YouTube channel - Esoterica and check out his website at www.justinsledge.com So kick back, enjoy and please rate and share the show. Let's keep the audience growing. Thank you all And hey, check out our Merch Store for Shirts. Hoodies, Coffee Mugs, Stickers, Magnets and a whole host of other items https://www.teepublic.com/user/tahistory All of our episodes are listed as explicit due to language and some topics, such as historical crime, that may not be suitable for all listeners.-Opening and closing theme is Random Sanity by British composer DeeZee

I'm excited to announce that my book on Manly P. Hall is now available on Amazon in North America and Europe! (If that link doesn't work there's a link on my website: www.alexsachon.com.) The book is a re-edited and reformatted version of the original series released on my podcast and Substack last year. When I originally wrote it, I intended it to be a book and to be read, so I'm very happy that it's finally available in that form.In this podcast episode, I offer a summary and overview of the book, tell you what it's about, why I wrote it, and why I think Manly P. Hall is such a notable figure in modern world history.For a limited time, I'm offering a book-launch bundle featuring a signed copy of the book and a limited-release t-shirt. My plan is to ship these mid-December. It's available on my e-store: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.com.Thank you for following and for your support so far. If you've been through the series already please leave a positive review on Amazon! That would really help attract a new audience to it. - Alex

In this episode I preview my new article called "The Destiny of Philosophy", which wraps up my multi-part series on the life and teachings of Manly P. Hall. Table of Contents:- The Reunification of Philosophy, Religion, and Science- Philosophy: the Journey Toward the Self- Nirvana: the Culmination of Religion- The Way of the BodhisattvaFor the full article and my audio/video read-through of it, become a member of my Substack: https://thewisdomtradition.substack.com My website: https://www.alexsachon.com Print editions of this series on Manly P. Hall will be available soon on my e-store: https://thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.com Thank you, - Alex

Hey everyone, I'm introducing a new format for how I'm linking together my podcast and Substack. From now on, the Substack will host not only my full articles, but also the audio/video of my full read-throughs of them. Formerly, I was posting these on the podcast, but now I will be offering a detailed summary of the article instead.The full article and read-through will available through a paid $7/month subscription plan. A free excerpt is also available there, and here on the podcast I'll be offering a detailed summary of the full article's contents.Table of Contents:- Philosophy, Religion, and Science: a Trinity- Philosophy, Religion, and Science: the Beginning- A Transition in Ages: from Atlantis to the Arya- The Separation of Philosophy, Religion, and ScienceSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comWebsite: alexsachon.comestore: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.com Please join my new subscription plan on Substack if you have the means. Other upcoming events: I will be doing a limited print run of this Manly Hall series soon, and I have a couple new shirts also dropping soon. Keep an eye out on my store for those.Thank you,- Alex

In today's episode, we continue our series investigating Manly P. Hall's  teachings on the contemporary challenges and opportunities confronting mankind in the modern age. In this episode, we look at the idea that the Mystery Schools are currently enacting a program of mass initiation on the collective body of mankind. Sections:- The Mystery Schools in the Modern Era- The Adepts in a World at War- The Necessity of Initiation- The Marriage of Education and Experience- Francis Bacon's Vision for a World UniversityMy website: www.alexsachon.comSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.com- Alex

In today's episode, we consider Manly P. Hall teachings about the UFO Mystery. Most scholars of UFOs, as well as most scholars of Hall's, overlook this material. Here, we take a deep dive into it, and see what the great American philosopher had to say about matter.Sections:- The Philosophy of the UFO: An Introduction - The Geopolitics of the UFO- The Psychology of the UFO- The UFO and the Aquarian Age- The Internal Exploration of Space- Space as the Gateway to the Spiritual Hierarchy- The Coming Space AgeSee my Substack for the written article: thewisdomtradition.substack.comMy website: www.alexsachon.comThank you, - Alex

In today's episode we continue our series on Manly P. Hall. Here, we investigate a series of writings his did in and around WWII that explain the larger metaphysical causes and purposes of war. This material also discusses the long-term motion of society towards an ultimate end-state that Plato envisioned thousands of years ago: the Philosophic Empire. Sections:- Novus Ordo Seclorum- The Eagle and the Phoenix- The Causes and Purposes of War- The Metaphysics of Human Evolution- Plato's Vision of the Philosophic Empire Restated- The Coming World NationRead the article: thewisdomtradition.substack.comMy website: www.alexsachon.comThank you, - Alex

In today's episode we kick off a new series on the life and essential teachings of Manly P. Hall, the great America philosopher, sage, and initiate of 20th century America. In particular, our focus in this series will be on Hall's teachings about the current state of the world, the role the Mystery Schools continue to play in it, and what is to come in the new age we are, in fits and starts, gradually moving into. In this first article of the series, I discuss Manly Hall's path to becoming an esoteric philosopher, and overview some of his early teachings on the inner structure of the Mystery Schools. I also discuss how these Schools fit into a larger spiritual concept of life. In the article's concluding section, I analyze Helena Blavatsky and her relationship with the "Mahatmas" - looking at the production of her magnum opus "The Secret Doctrine" as a case study to analyze the archetypal guru-disciple relationship that characterizes  the Mystery Schools. The written article this episode is based can be found on my Substack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comMy website: www.alexsachon.comThank you, - Alex

In today's episode we conclude our long, multi-part series on the secret history of the 20th century. In this presentation, I use the UFO Mystery as a means to tie together elements from this whole chapter. Ultimately, I argue that this phenomenon is a component of larger initiation effort being carried out by the Mystery Schools. The "alien" meme is a component of this larger operation, one carried out primarily through the "technocratic superstate", which is the outer institutional vehicle the Mystery Schools are currently working though.This is a totally original analysis of the UFO topic you won't see anywhere else.To find the written article: thewisdomtradition.substack.comMy website: www.alexsachon.comThank you to everyone who made it though the series! There are now two chapters left in this long book project called "Philosophy: Its Origin, Purpose, and Destiny". The next chapter will be called "Manly P. Hall: America's Philosopher in a Time of War".- Alex

In today's episode I'm featuring a long-form conversation I recently had (on July 4th) with Peter Dawkins, the greatest living scholar on Francis Bacon and an excellent teacher on the wisdom tradition. In this episode, we talk about a vast array of topics in the field of esoteric philosophy, while also hearing about Peter's personal experiences with what he calls "Rosicrucian Consciousness".This is a great conversation, very much worth your time. Peter's site: www.peterdawkins.com I highly recommend checking out Peter's various books on Francis Bacon, as well as his lecture series.My site: www.alexsachon.comThank you, - Alexp.s. Part 10 of my chapter on the "secret history" of the 20th century will be out soon.

In today's episode, we conclude our multi-part series on the occult history of America by examining the circumstances surrounding the American Revolution. In particular, we focus in on the influence that one particular individual, Francis Bacon, had on the founding of this country.For more on this story, check out the "unofficial" documentary I cut together on the topic of Bacon and the beginnings of the United States: https://youtu.be/Ivdc0tTiB3IThank you to everyone who watched this series on America. Following this chapter will come a new series on the "secret history of the 20th century". Stay tuned.www.alexsachon.comthewisdomtradition.substack.comthewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comThank you, - Alex

In today's episode we consider the philosophy and psychology  of the "Shadow", which appears to confront us as the manifestation of our own negative karma. This theme was not only explored by psychologist Carl Jung; it is also an important aspect of ancient religious myth.In today's episode, we'll explore what it means and how it applies to our understanding of "America's Secret Destiny".This episode is Part 1 of a 2-part mini-series on this topic of the Shadow; Part 2 will follow shortly.www.alexsachon.comthewisdomtradition.substack.comthewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comThank you, - Alex

In today's episode, we continue our series on America by investigating the story of the rise and fall of the Inca civilization of Peru. Things begin with a recap of the "Cycle of the Arya" thesis that I've been exploring throughout this year-long book project on Philosophy. Then, we zoom in and look at the Inca as a case study of this larger pattern. We finish with a discussion of the psychology of race, comparing and contrasting it with that of "the nation".As I argue, the democratic "nation" is inherently post-racial, as it is premised upon the mixing of races and the development of cooperative initiative. I explore this idea in detail in the article and in this podcast episode. Stay tuned!www.alexsachon.comthewisdomtradition.subtack.comthewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comThank you, - Alex

In today's episode we continue our series on the "deep" history of America by examining the theme of democracy, which has been experimented with here in the Western Hemisphere for thousands of years before the time of the American Revolution. In this episode, we explore how democracy existed not only during the golden age of the Maya, an idea we first introduced in Part 1, but also with the Iroquois tribe of North American Indians. Here, the sage and prophet Deganawida established the League of Five Nations, which emphasized democratic institutions here in North America one or two hundred years before the arrival of the European colonizers. Stay tuned for Part 3 of this series, which should be following soon. Website: www.alexsachon.comSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comE-store: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comThank you, - Alex

In this episode we conclude our series on Francis Bacon. More specifically, this episode completes a two-part episode titled "The Four Masks of Francis Bacon", which itself serves as the concluding section of this longer chapter on Bacon. In the previous article (part 1), we looked two of the four masks  Bacon used to conceal his work: William Shakespeare and Father CRC of Rosicrucian myth. In this current episode, we will pick things up by investigating masks 3 and 4: the Freemasons and the his own persona as English statesman.Thank you to everyone who has followed the whole series. I plan to do a Manly Hall lecture breakdown on the topic of Francis Bacon and the "New Atlantis" next; stay tuned.website: www.alexsachon.comSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.com- Alex Sachon

In this episode we continue our series on Francis Bacon. Here, we will further explore some of the ideas and concepts concerning the philosophy of science, which we originally introduced and overviewed in the previous episode during our analysis of Bacon's "Art of Discovery". This episode/article (see my Substack for the written version) begins with a discussion of seven key themes in the philosophical approach to science that Bacon advocated. Then, we move on to discuss seven key laws of nature, as outlined by Manly P. Hall in his 1942 article titled "The Seven Great Laws that Rule the World". These represent Hall's framework for seven Summary Laws, which are the "well-proven axioms" that constitute Step Six of Bacon's six-stepped method.After this episode, two more await in this ongoing series on Francis Bacon. These last two articles are really one article split in two. It's called "the Four Masks of Francis Bacon" and delves into Bacon's role in the Shakespeare mystery, among other topics. Stay tuned.website: www.alexsachon.comSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.come-store: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.com

In today's episode we continue with our series on Francis Bacon. Here, we begin by delving further into Francis Bacon's connection with the ancient Mystery Schools. Then, we move on to a discussion of the six-stepped scientific method that Francis Bacon revealed as part of his Great Instauration project. This scientific method, which he also termed his "Art of Discovery, serves as the centerpiece to his grand project for world reformation.To read the original article this episode is based around, see my Substack: thewisdomtradion.substack.comSee my website for the Table of Contents for the larger book project this article and chapter are a part of. (It's called Philosophy: Its Origin, Purpose, and Destiny.)www.alexsachon.comSee my e-store to find two publications and a Rosicrucian-themed hat and shirt for sale. thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comThank you and stay tuned for more.- Alex

In today's episode we launch a new series on the topic of Francis Bacon, who is truly one of the most significant figures of world history. The focus of this initial episode is to lay the historical and geopolitical foundations for European civilization after the fall of the Roman Empire. In particular, we focus on the rise of the Roman Catholic Church as a major power player and the persecution of philosophy that took place as a result. In the episode that follows, we will track the movement of esoteric philosophy through various secret societies and front organizations over the course of the Middle Ages. This will serve to lay the foundations for examine the world that Francis Bacon was born into and would transform through the work he conducted over the course of his lifetime.I hope you'll stay tuned.www.alexsachon.com

Hey everyone, in today's episode I'm sharing a two+ hour conversation I had recently with Christian pastor Ben Bessett. For years, he has been interested in trying to understand the perspective of the Esoteric or Occult side of religion. He states clearly that he believes we are on opposite sides of the spectrum in terms of our religious beliefs, but he was very courteous in our conversation and I really enjoyed talking with him. Hopefully, down the road we can do a follow-up chat.Note: I begin the podcast with a rather longwinded tale of my backstory and how I got into studying esoteric philosophy. I haven't talked about this much on my channel so I decided to leave it in. Thank you Ben for the conversation and for allowing me to post it. I hope you all enjoy and benefit from it in some way.- Alexwww.alexsachon.comthewisdomtradition.substack.comthewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comYou can find more of Ben's teachings on Biblical Christianity at the YouTube site "Pilgrim's Well": https://www.youtube.com/@pilgrimswell

In today's episode, we continue our exploration of the life, times, and philosophy of Plato. Here, we examine various aspects of his teachings about Atlantis. In particular, we analyze the esoteric significance of this pre-diluvian civilization from a historical, psychological, and philosophical perspective. As usual, Manly P. Hall's writings are heavily emphasized, as are aspects of Carl Jung's psychology, including his notions of "archetypes", which he drew from Plato in formulating, and the "collective shadow", which, as we will be exploring, is heavily linked to Atlantis's fall into collapse.To find the written article this episode is based on, see my Substack:thewisdomtradition.substack.comFor more on Atlantis, see my 2021 publication "Atlantis and the Origins of Civilization", available at my e-store:thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comwebsite: www.alexsachon.com- Contains a link to Youtube for video and my Podcast for audioThank you,- Alex

In today's episode we continue our series on Plato. Here, we begin by considering Greece politics, life, and culture in the time of Plato. In particular, we focus on the state religion of Greece and its network of Mystery Schools, which were organized under the religious philosophy of the Orphics. We then turn our attention to the life and teachings of Plato, an initiate of the Orphic Mysteries. From this point on, as we progress through the rest of the chapter (with four more articles/episodes to follow), we are going to be dissecting various aspects of Plato's philosophy. I hope you'll stay tuned.- Alexwebsite: www.alexsachon.comwritten version of this episode: thewisdomtradition.substack.comestore: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.com

A Trilogy That Explains Spiritual Growth: (The Cure For All Our Woes) by Jacqueline McNeil Watts"A Trilogy That Explains Spiritual Growth" gives readers a clear understanding of what human beings are, how we came to be, and the journey of spiritual growth that leads us to our future as spirit beings.  It explains how three powerful energies (called The Trinity in Christianity) are the source and creator of all.  On reading this trilogy, one gains an understanding of the Ancient Wisdom, as explained in the Esoteric Philosophy and in the mystery schools of pre-biblical times.  The misinterpretations and gaps present in many current religious teachings are clarified.  Dealing with present-day status of Planet Earth and her inhabitants becomes known to the reader.Jacqueline McNeil Watts was employed by the Columbus (Ohio) Public Schools for thirty-six years as a French teacher, peer consultant, and project manager. In 1985, mystical phenomena began to occur in her life, and she started seeking answers. This led to thirty-seven years of study at Unity Institute (Missouri), The Columbus Center for Spiritual Living (Ohio), and The School for Esoteric Studies (Asheville, North Carolina). She has also benefitted greatly from the esoteric knowledge and experiences of well-versed mentors who are highly evolved spiritually. Currently, Jackie resides in her native city of Charlotte, North Carolina.https://www.amazon.com/Trilogy-That-Explains-Spiritual-Growth/dp/1662928068https://grovehousepress.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/112322ghp.mp3  

Today I'm excited to be presenting the concluding episode of our ongoing series on Pythagorean Philosophy. As with each of the earlier episodes in this series, today's show is based around a written article that you can read (for free) on my Substack/blog. The main topic of this episode is on the Golden Ratio (i.e. the Golden Section or Divine Proportion). Over the next 90+ minutes, I explain what the Golden Ratio is, how it's measured, and why, in Esoteric Philosophy, it is considered significant and sacred. As part of our discussion, we'll be going into the work of Scott Olsen (author of the excellent book "The Golden Section: Nature's Greatest Secret") to show how the Golden Ratio is cleverly referenced - in a vague and concealed manner - in works written over 2000 years ago by the great Athenian philosopher Plato. In these writings, Plato points us toward the esoteric significance of Phi and hints at why it was regarded with such high regard by the Mystery Schools, who forbade him and others from discussing it in an open and straightforward manner. I hope you'll stay tuned for this discussion. Please also check out the written article, linked above.Thank you, - Alex Sachonwww.alexsachon.com

Carol Ritberger Ph.D., is a radio host, author, and an innovative leader in the fields of personality behavioral psychology and behavioral medicine. With more than 28 years of experience as an internationally renowned medical intuitive, Carol's expertise is in helping people understand how personality, emotional, psychological, and spiritual energy can lie at the root cause of illness, disease, and life crises. As the result of a near-death experience in 1981, she is literally able to see the human energy system, the aura, to identify energy congestion, protrusions, depletions and blockages that are affecting the body's ability to function properly and sustain good health. Using this skill she is able to offer a comprehensive picture of why we become ill and offer insight into what is needed to heal. Carol holds a doctorate in Theology and a doctorate in Esoteric Philosophy and Hermetic Science. Drawing on her education in personality typology, psychoneuroimmunology, spirituality, metaphysics, and esoteric healing, Carol weaves these perspectives together with biology, physiology, psychology, and psychospirituality. The result is she is able to uncover the hidden contributors behind illness in a credible and understandable way. Armed with this knowledge, a person is able to participate more effectively in their own healing and in helping other people heal themselves. Carol is an author of Your Personality, Your Health; What Color Is Your Personality?; Love - What's Personality Got to Do with It?; Managing People - What's Personality Got to Do with It?; and Healing Happens with Your Help - Understanding the Hidden Meaning Behind Illness. Her books, What Color is Your Personality?; Managing People - What's Personality Got to Do with It?; and Healing Happens with Your Help are text books for many national and international educational institutions. Carol's work has been featured in print and on radio and television. All of her books are available at www.hayhouse.com, www.amazon.com and local book sellers.

In this episode we continue in our ongoing series of investigations of the ancient institution of the Mystery Schools and its relationship to philosophy. In the previous article/episode of this series, we tracked philosophy's birth out of the Mystery Schools during the Axial Age. In this article, we backtrack from this critical period and look back at the origin of the Mystery Schools themselves, tracking their existence back to the lost antediluvian empire of Atlantis. In the articles that follow, we're going to return to the Axial Ages to take a deeper look at a few lingering threads, and then in future episodes we're going to progress in time toward Francis Bacon and the birth of science.Thanks for tuning in! - Alexwebsite: www.alexachon.comSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comestore: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comIG: @thewisdomtraditionYouTube: see alexsachon.com for a link

Hey everyone, I just published my newest article on Substack! It's titled "The Mystery Schools and the Invisible Government: An examination of the arcane institution responsible for accelerating human evolution". In this episode, we will be delving into the contents of this important article, which outlines and overviews one of the fundamental topics of Esoteric Philosophy: the Mystery Schools, which existed at the heart of the great temples of the pre-Christian "pagan" age of human history. Here, I investigate the Mysteries and consider the ways it evolved and transformed after the transition of astrological ages between Aries and Pisces, which took place at the birth of Christian Church circa 300 AD. This transition signaled the final collapse of the old world order and the formal birth a new one. In this episode, I argue that the Mystery system was at the center of the events that took place before, during, and after this transition period.YouTube version: https://youtu.be/hBrv7RNjy3gwebsite: www.alexsachon.comInstagram: @thewisdomtraditionSubstack: thewisdomtradition.substack.comPodcast: "The Wisdom Tradition" (all platforms)E-Store: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncbvsTEGHBA7TS-Wmq_o1AThanks for listening, - Alex

Alex Sachon uses Esoteric Philosophy and Depth Psychology to alter the relationships that organizations and individuals have to the most prescient issues facing humanity.   In his podcast, writings, YouTube channel and e-store, Alex is dedicated to bridging the teachings of such luminaries as Carl Jung, Manley P. Hall, and Stanislav Grof with modern science and current events. His most recent publication, Psychology: The Science of the Soul, overviews the essential teachings of Depth Psychology and uses its concepts to build a unique and transformative critique of the collective global psychological response to the Covid pandemic. For more information about Alex, please see:  https://www.alexsachon.com/ His Podcast:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722203 IG:  https://www.instagram.com/thewisdomtradition/ This podcast is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-218-alex-sanchon-esoteric-philosophydepth-psychologycarl-jungstanislav-grofmanley-p-hall Have an awesome weekend!

This week we're looking at what's going on in the world from a spiritual point of view, and I also want to share some of the ways that I have been managing within myself all of the weirdness.Because there's no denying, it's been weird these past couple of years! And managing how I feel about it and respond to it all has become almost a full time job!So join me as I discuss the shift we are going through, and some ways that we can ease our way through these turbulent times to create a better future for us all.RESOURCES:Inner Smile Guided MeditationJoin The Better Than Happy Membership

This week I'm talking to Brianna Wilkerson about why your health (and self-worth) is about so much more than your weight.Brianna Wilkerson is a Holistic Health and Life Coach, podcast host, wife and mother, matcha tea lover and at-home crossfitter. She helps women to  find peace with food, feel confident in their bodies again, and develop healthy habits and a lifestyle that's about more than just their weight.   I know that for many of us, our self-worth is very closely linked to what we feel about our weight, so I'm really looking forward to digging into this with Brianna, to see if we can free ourselves and hopefully have a mindset shift around this area. In this episode:Healthy habits for sustainable success.The health markers and lifestyle habits we should be paying attention to.Mindset tools to help strengthen our mindset.Self-care rituals to boost our health and self-worth.RESOURCES:Join The Better Than Happy MembershipCONNECT WITH BRIANNA WILKERSON:http://www.madewell345.com/Free Food Freedom Journal: http://www.madewell345.com/foodfreedomjournalFree Healthy Habits Resource Library: http://www.madewell345.com/resourcelibrary 

Welcome to this flashback series, featuring some of my favourite episodes from the archives discussing key ideas and teachings that take us to the heart of who we are, reveal what makes us tick, and lead us to greater freedom and well-being.Have you ever wanted to make a difference in the world, felt called to make the world a better place?Then check out this week's podcast, where we're discussing how one wee human can change the world.Many of us feel so powerless, especially today in the face of the world crisis we're all living through.But remember, even the small changes we make to improve our own lives have a beneficial knock-on effect on those around us. As I'm always saying, our own well-being radiates out and uplifts everyone we contact.But our real power lies in our collective power as a group. Margaret Mead said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”Individually, we are more powerful than we know. And together.... WOW!So how can you make a difference in the world?You can start by tuning in to this week's episode!RESOURCES:Join The Better Than Happy Zone MembershipInner Smile Guided MeditationLINKS:SYO 25 Seizing The Opportunity Of The Current World CrisisSYO 24 Who Are You And Why Are You Here Part 2

The Esoteric Philosophy and Podcast Essentials with Paul Tokgozoglu In this episode we interview Paul Tokgozuglu about Esoteric Philosophy and Podcast Essentials as a basis for our understanding. I have had the pleasure of conversing with Paul a bit over the last year and a half and love the energy and wisdom he brings.  Paul is the Host of the Beyond Homo Sapien Podcast about Human Evolution and is a Business Development Consultant. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thewinnersparadigm/support

The Esoteric Philosophy and Podcast Essentials with Paul Tokgozoglu In this episode we interview Paul Tokgozuglu about Esoteric Philosophy and Podcast Essentials as a basis for our understanding. I have had the pleasure of conversing with Paul a bit over the last year and a half and love the energy and wisdom he brings.  Paul is the Host of the Beyond Homo Sapien Podcast about Human Evolution and is a Business Development Consultant. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thewinnersparadigm/support

Hi! Welcome to this flashback series, featuring some of my favourite episodes from the archives discussing key ideas and teachings that take us to the heart of who we are, reveal what makes us tick, and lead us to greater freedom and well-being. Sit back, relax and enjoy!So tell me, have you got voices in your head? Maybe there's someone in there telling you you're not good enough, you'll never be able to do that, your butt looks huge in that, who do you think you are to be... blah blah blah!Sound familiar? We've all got this voice in our head, unless we've done a lot of work to silence it.Sometimes we're aware of what the inner critic is saying, because we hear it all the time. And sometimes, even more insidiously, we have programming going on that is unconscious. We may not be aware of a specific message, but this subconscious conditioning can erode our self-esteem and hinder us from going for the things we want, or succeeding, or even being happy.Either way, conscious or unconscious, we need to become aware of the self-talk that is going on, or it will sabotage us for the rest of our days!So today we're looking at how we can free ourselves of this inner critic and get some relief!In this episode:Where your inner critic came from.How hangups and blockages are created.Two practices that reveal the contents of your mind to you.How to replace negative self-talk with positive talk that serves us.RESOURCES:Janine's Quick Start Guide to Doable MeditationJoin The Better Than Happy Zone MembershipLINKS:Richard Bandler 

Hey y'all - sorry for the delay in putting out content this month. I was hard at work on my new zine/study guide, which is now at the printers and should be available in a week or two. In the meantime, in this episode I'm going to take inspiration from current events and delve into the topic of race - something that corporate media, politicians, and (un)woke activists have become obsessed over.  There seems to be an effort to use race as a means of divide-and-conquer among the population. By staying grounded in esoteric philosophy's teachings about the topic, we can bypass this and keep our eyes on the prize. Thanks for tuning in, see you soon. - AlexStore: thewisdomtradition.bigcartel.comInstagram: @thewisdomtraditionwebsite: www.alexsachon.com

This week I'm talking to Tony Copeland-Parker about how to boost your brain health and mental health, and the role physical fitness plays in those.Tony was a professional pilot for thirty-seven years, but when in his early fifties he needed a heart-valve replacement, and his partner Catherine was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's, they decided to sell their home, retire from their jobs, and become nomads, running marathons and half-marathons all over the world. Since then, he and his partner Catherine have traveled to eighty-two different countries and have run at least a half-marathon in thirty-five countries and on all seven continents!  Tony shares his inspiring story with us and shows us how through simple lifestyle changes and fulfilling experiences, we can learn to change our future through meaningful moments that spark joy.RESOURCES:Join The Better Than Happy Zone MembershipRunningwithCat.com

Hi! Welcome to this flashback series, featuring some of my favourite episodes from the archives discussing key ideas and teachings that take us to the heart of who we are, reveal what makes us tick, and lead us to greater freedom and well-being. Sit back, relax and enjoy!I bet you know this scenario: you bump into someone, and make the mistake of asking “How are you?”, and by the time that person has finished with their sad story of negativity and victimhood, you feel as if your life force has been drained from you. Their low vibration has rubbed off on you, and if you're not careful, you'll carry it around with you, possibly even believing that it's yours!Negativity comes at us from all directions. It's floating round in the ether, just waiting to connect with someone of a similar vibration. And in recent months, with the coronavirus crisis, there's been an enormous amount of fear and anxiety swirling around. I've been feeling extra sensitive lately, so I wanted to share some ways that we can protect ourselves, and keep our energies clear and untainted by other people and outside influences.In this episode:Why we have a greater capacity for pain as we evolve.How to avoid attracting and contributing to psychic pollution.A technique to get you out of your thoughts and emotions.How to deal with negative atmospheres in rooms or larger spaces.A preventative practice to protect you from negative vibes, but allow the good vibes to flow.How to clear previous owners' energies from second hand clothes.Techniques to recalibrate your own energy system.The importance of sharing good energy with the world.RESOURCES:The Quantum Liberation Spa Guided MeditationJoin The Better Than Happy Zone Membership

Hi! Welcome to this flashback series, featuring some of my favourite episodes from the archives discussing key ideas and teachings that take us to the heart of who we are, reveal what makes us tick, and lead us to greater freedom and well-being. Sit back, relax and enjoy!I've still got my pointy philosopher's hat on, as we are continuing our exploration of those questions that most of us have asked ourselves at some point in our lives: who am I and why am I here?Last week in part one we were looking at this primarily from an individual perspective, discussing what it all means on the individual or the microcosmic level.This week, we're hitting the macrocosm! We'll be looking at the past evolution of not only humanity, but the planet and the whole dang solar system, as well as looking at our future. What are we here to do? What's the point?! Where do we go from here?I'll be sharing with you some excerpts from my collection of books on esoteric philosophy, psychology and science, as I attempt to digest the vast ideas I'm covering in this episode through my tiny little brain :) Ouch!  In this episode:The stages of evolution for the human kingdomThe difference between human and animal soulsHow the group spirits of animal species govern their astonishing behaviours and quirks of natureWhy it is so hard for human souls to operate in physical bodiesWhy all those cats in the YouTube videos are freaking out about cucumbersWhat Jesus Christ was actually trying to show usWho is the Spiritual Hierarchy?The only “sin”, according to the Ageless WisdomMankind's role as mediators on our planetWhat I can say about The One About Whom Naught May Be SaidHumanity's next stage of evolutionThe vast, sci-fi nature of humanity's future purpose, not just on earth, but in the solar system and beyondRESOURCES:Janine's Quick Start Guide to Doable MeditationJoin The Better Than Happy Zone Membership

Hi! Welcome to this flashback series, featuring some of my favourite episodes from the archives discussing key ideas and teachings that take us to the heart of who we are, reveal what makes us tick, and lead us to greater freedom and well-being. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Have you ever wondered about the meaning of life, and asked those perennial questions: Who am I and why am I here?I was in this position many years ago, but I found it difficult to get answers that rang true and made sense, answers that were free of dogma and BS.Although I did a lot of searching, the answer fell in my lap one day when I wasn't even looking!  Well, I guess it wasn't quite that simple, but it pointed me in the direction of the deepest and most meaningful information I've ever come into contact with.In this week's podcast I'm looking at these questions from the viewpoint of the Ageless Wisdom teachings, an entire cosmology that will give you the answers to life, the universe, and everything!I hope you'll join me for Part 1 of this series on the deepest mysteries of life.In this episode:The continuum of spirit and matterThe processes of involution and evolutionWhy humanity is so materially focused these daysWhy we need to stop identifying so much with our emotional natureHow to become a clearer channel to receive impulses from the soulThe way to manifest your soul's purpose for this lifetimeHow to take responsibility for your own evolutionThe scientific nature of spiritual aspirationThe way to attract atoms of high vibration to your bodyRESOURCES:Janine's Quick Start Guide to Doable MeditationJoin The Better Than Happy Zone Membership

This week on the Sort Yourself Out Podcast I'm joined by my special guest Alison Leitheiser to discuss how to train your brain and balance your nervous system.Alison has an amazing story that is truly astonishing and inspiring.  When she was 16, Alison went from being an athlete aspiring to the Olympics, to quadriplegic. While her friends were picking out their prom dresses, Alison wasn't sure if she would live. When the conventional medical system wrote her off, Alison's family turned to natural therapies and within a short period of time Alison was restored to full function.Her journey to overcome her health issues changed the course of her life, as she found a passion for helping others find hope and healing. Alison started her path as an alternative health care practitioner in 2002, and started her own clinical practice in 2009. Today she loves helping people through their health challenges and to find their way to wellness, so they feel better, can participate in life more and reclaim their health! In this episode we discuss:How to change, update and train your brainDealing with the enormous amount of stress we are all under in modern timesHow to go from “fight, flight and freeze” mode to “rest, digest and heal” modeBrain drills (techniques) to refresh your brain and nervous systemWhy gargling is way more than you think it is!How to prepare your brain and body for the events of the dayTraining your brain to improve hormonal balanceAnd loads more!RESOURCES:Join The Better Than Happy Zone MembershipCONTACT ALISON LEITHEISER:Join Alison's free Wellness Jumpstart Challenge beginning 25 October and her Facebook group at https://home.inner-restoration.com/

Hi! Welcome to this flashback series, featuring some of my favourite episodes from the archives discussing key ideas and teachings that take us to the heart of who we are, reveal what makes us tick, and lead us to greater freedom and well-being. Sit back, relax and enjoy!  In this episode we're discussing Phase 2 of The Three Phases of Transformation, LIBERATION, and how you can activate it in your life.  I share 3 powerful ways that we can let go of the crap, those limiting beliefs, and patterns of thought and behaviour that bedevil us and hold us back, freak us out, scare the pants off of us and all round drag us down.We discuss the power of thought as a creative process and why it's so important to pay attention to the thoughts you are energising.A sneak peek at today's episode:A real-life example of how I applied these techniques recently when something in my life was scaring the pants off of me. How to deal with the “ticking time-bombs” of your subconscious conditioning.A technique that can potentially free you in a few short minutes from issues that years of talk therapy have been unable to resolve.How to break the hold a limiting belief has over you.How to stop festering emotionally or mentally over things.A practice to release regret or shame about the past, and worry about the future.How to use your mental and emotional energy to generate what you want in life.How to take charge of your thought processes.Plus I share a free guided meditation you can download, called The Quantum Liberation Spa, where we cleanse old stuck energies and outmoded beliefs from all levels of your being, and get this… we restore the divine blueprint of optimal function, balance, harmony and wholeness. NICE! And we even create a powerful anchor that you can use to access the heightened state of well-being you're experiencing in The Quantum Liberation Spa, whenever and wherever you want. FREE DOWNLOAD:You can access The Quantum Liberation Spa at theinspirationcloud.com/syo98Links mentioned in this episode:The Edgar Cayce Handbook For Creating Your FutureMarisa Peer

This week I'm joined by Kelly G. Wilson, and we're talking about universal laws and principles, and how to build your relationship with the universe. Kelly is a certified transformation coach, feminine power specialist, human design reader, and spiritual mentor. Kelly's journey began ten years ago when she navigated total life destruction after divorce, which catapulted her on her journey of self-discovery and reinvention, where she learned the true definitions of authenticity, sovereignty, and soul-aligned living. She says, that it is when you do the inner work to decondition and reclaim your authentic self that life becomes extraordinary. I couldn't agree more!In this episode we discuss:The importance of understanding that you are a living extension of the universe, and our interconnectedness.How to build your connection and partnership with the universe, and the role that faith and self-love play in that.Ways to remain connected all day, not just for short bursts.How to recognise and appreciate evidence of your connection and the support of the universe.The joy and power of tree-hugging!Fostering awareness of the divine not just in ourselves, but in others and all around us (hello trees!).Understanding where you are in the spectrum of consciousness and how to take the next step.The importance of understanding universal laws and principles to navigate and work with life's energies.How to ask for and receive guidance.RESOURCES:Join The Better Than Happy Zone MembershipContact Kelly G. WilsonThe Butterfly Guide WebsiteGet Kelly's Free How to Begin Your Radical Self-Love Journey WorkshopThe Butterfly Guide on IG

This week we're discussing 5 easy ways to create a flow state by consciously managing your brainwaves.So first of all, just what do we mean when we think of being in flow. What is a flow state? Well, flow is that state we experience when we are living in the moment, we're in the zone, totally focused on what we're doing, so immersed and absorbed by it that it feels like no time is passing at all.This is known as a peak experience state, and it can feel like life is magically unfolding and all's right with the world. Now we want more of that, right?So I want to talk about how we can take it from a peak state that is rarely experienced, to a more normal state of operation.Resources:Join The Better Than Happy Zone MembershipJanine's Quick Start Guide to Doable Meditation

In this episode, I'm going to be investigating Manly P. Hall's lecture on HP Blavatsky, The Secret Doctrine, and, more generally, the larger tradition of Esoteric Philosophy - a tradition which both Mr. Hall and Ms. Blavatsky were both representatives of.A video version of this presentation can be found on my Youtube, which is linked to on my website www.alexsachon.com. A link to the lecture notes for the presentation can also be found there.*audio issues fixed

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