Podcasts about Transcendence

Welcome to this deeply grounding guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the wisdom of Seneca:"We suffer more in imagination than in reality."This meditation is designed to help you release unnecessary mental suffering, quiet overthinking, and cultivate deep inner peace. Most of our stress does not come from reality—it comes from the mind's tendency to dwell on the past or worry about the future.By using sound as an anchor, we train our awareness to return to what is real, what is present, and what is within our control.✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation:✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Seneca's teachings on mental freedom and peace.✔ Letting Go Practice: Release imagined fears, stress, and anxiety.✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady guide to bring you back to presence.✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond mental noise and reconnect with your deepest, most peaceful self.

“Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God.” (Psalm 90:2) Surely God’s transcendence is ... More...

Julio is president of the Architecture, Culture and Spirituality Forum, that he cofounded in 2007. His interests focus on the relationship between architecture, culture, and spirituality through the lens of phenomenology and neuroscience. Julio has widely lectured, led symposia, taught, published, or appeared in the media covering these areas. Current projects include three neuro-phenomenological studies of sacred vs. secular architecture. He has received several national and international recognitions.​In this conversation, Julio and I look at how sacred spaces are designed to evoke transcendental experiences. We discuss various architectural principles that contribute to the creation of these spaces, the scientific studies that analyze human responses to sacred architecture, and the differences between Catholic and Protestant church designs. Our talk also covered the importance of community in church architecture and the tension between modern and traditional forms of church architecture. Additionally, we considered the challenges posed by consumerism on the design of contemporary worship environments.

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaJack CrossToday's guest walks the line between prophet and poet, mystic and madman. Jack Cross doesn't just write—he conjures. His words are polemics, hallucinations etched in ink, hymns smuggled out of dreams. Whether he's invoking God in back-alley verses or decoding the sacred geometry of language, Jack is on a warpath for meaning. This isn't just conversation—it's ritual. Buckle up! Directory | Awake.net Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Welcome to this powerful guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the wisdom of Viktor Frankl:"Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom."This meditation is designed to help you cultivate inner stillness, expand the space between thought and reaction, and develop deeper emotional resilience. True peace does not come from controlling life—it comes from developing the ability to respond with wisdom, clarity, and calm presence.By using sound as an anchor, we train our awareness to rest in the space between thoughts, creating greater freedom, mindfulness, and mastery over our inner world.✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation:✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Viktor Frankl's teachings on mindfulness, choice, and inner freedom.✔ Letting Go Practice: Release tension, mental noise, and reactive thought patterns.✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady guide to help you cultivate presence.✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond mental distractions and reconnect with your deepest, most peaceful self.

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaA museum doseAloha fellow disruptors and pop culture archeologists—Today, we're cracking open the vault of American myth-making with not just one, but three brilliant minds who aren't just studying history—they're remixing it, re-curating it, and calling it out in real time.Straight outta Christopher Newport University, meet the powerhouse crew behind the exhibit “Made for the Moment: Glimpses into American Pop Culture.” These are museum studies renegades who know that culture isn't something you passively consume—it's something you confront, question, and sometimes completely dismantle.Aster McMillion is a curator of chaos and clarity—activist, researcher, and walking collage of academia and rebellion. Picture Gloria Steinem crossed with Indiana Jones if they were dropped into a Warhol print and handed a bullhorn.Andrew Brown is a tour guide through the simulation—part art historian, part cultural codebreaker. He'll take you from Rothko to Rage Against the Machine without missing a beat, all while interrogating who gets to shape “the canon.”And now joining the fray is the brilliant Lizzie Childress—or as the revolution knows her, Lizzie. She's a triple-threat honors student, history major, political science and museum studies double-minor, and student leader of more clubs than there are TikTok trends in a day. Lizzie's not just studying curatorial power—she's practicing it in real time, zooming in live from the exhibit space itself. She's Phi Alpha Theta meets Schoolhouse Rock meets punk rock historian.Their event? A full-on excavation of the American psyche—from Elvis to drag queens, from Barbie to TikTok backlash. This isn't just nostalgia. It's a reckoning.So if you've ever questioned the gospel of Disney, longed for the days of Blockbuster, or wondered why memes feel more powerful than newspapers—this is your show.Grab your joystick. Crack your Capri Sun. We're tearing back the curtain on who's really writing the script in American culture. Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaTommy CarriganThey built their empire on graves,stacked bones into skyscrapers,paved over dreams with dead men's lies —and thought we wouldn't notice.But Tommy Carrigan noticed.And he came swinging.Born with rebellion carved into his marrow,gifted with the fire-tongue of his Irish bloodline,Tommy tore through the polite prisons they offered —biology, pharmacy, medicine —and burned their paper chains before they could cuff him.From a crooked rooftop above an old garage,he grabbed a mic like a molotov,sprayed truth like graffiti across the walls of a world rotting from the inside out.They banned him.Erased him.Shut the doors and blacked out the windows.But you can't bury a storm.You can't muzzle a mind that games across star systemsand sees high-rises as tombstones scratching at a deaf sky.Tommy is a cracked mirror, a mad prophet,a workhorse rebel dragging broken truths through barbed wire and throwing them bleeding at your feet.He wears grief like armor —his brother's ghost stitched to his chest like a battle flag,a promise that from ruin, he'll raise something fierce enough to matter.This ain't a show.It's a jailbreak.It's a fistfight in the graveyard of dead ideas.Welcome to Tommy Carrigan —where every word is a brick through their stained-glass illusions,and the walls of the old world are coming down spray-painted, blood-smeared, and loud.Tommy's Podcast Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaAdam Miezio“When Psychedelics Go Public”Imagine Alan Watts took three hits of LSD, cracked open his MacBook, and started writing copy for a biotech startup—except he didn't forget the Upanishads, or the sacred. That's the frequency we're tuning into today.I'm George Monty, and this is the place where the symbolic goes strategic, where the mystical puts on a clean shirt and walks into the boardroom—but doesn't bow.My guest is Adam Miezio—a rare mind at the crossroads of content and consciousness. He's written for medicine carriers and molecule makers, shaped language around trauma, healing, psychedelics, and transformation. But don't mistake him for a marketer. Adam is something else—a translator between the digital world and the ineffable.In this episode, we're not asking how to “scale” or “optimize.”We're asking what happens when the sacred enters the system.When ayahuasca meets analytics.When a keyword becomes a prayer.This isn't a campaign. It's a conversation between worlds.And you're invited to listen in.adammiezio.contently.comadammiezio.contently.comhttps://www.bizdelics.com/ Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Interview with JAY STINNETT, producer of the new documentary ‘BILL W. CONSCIOUS CONTACT.'. In this episode, the Montyman and his guest explore the importance of spiritual experiences in recovery, the legacy of Bill Wilson, and the role of meditation, particularly Transcendental Meditation, in Alcoholics Anonymous. Stinnett shares insights from his extensive research on Wilson and discusses the spiritual experiment that is Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasizing the need for personal exploration and understanding in recovery. In this engaging conversation, Jay Stinnett discusses the making of the documentary about Bill Wilson, the cofounder of Alcoholics Anonymous. He shares insights into the creative process, the historical significance of Wilson's story, and the evolution of A.A. Closing Song: Give Me New Eyes by John McAndrew. #higherpower #aa #na #alcoholicsanonymous #recovery #recovered #alcoholic #twelvesteps #wedorecover #narcoticsanonymous #addiction #bigbook

In this episode of Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, host Molly Watts explores the transformative mental health benefits of self-transcendence.After recently visiting the South Rim of the Grand Canyon for the first time, Molly shares her personal experience of awe and expansion, describing how moments of transcendence can shift perspective, lighten emotional burdens, and promote mental well-being.Drawing from Abraham Maslow's later work on human needs, Molly explains why self-transcendence sits above self-actualization as the highest human goal. She discusses how practices that cultivate transcendence — like connecting with nature, practicing gratitude, serving others, experiencing awe, and mindful meditation — can help individuals move beyond rumination, stress, and loneliness.Listeners will come away with practical strategies for creating small moments of transcendence in everyday life, even without traveling to iconic locations like the Grand Canyon. Molly issues a weekly challenge to encourage listeners to experience the power of stepping outside of themselves and into a deeper connection with the world around them.This episode is part of a special Mental Health Awareness Month series and continues the Alcohol Minimalist commitment to science-based strategies for building a more peaceful, mindful life.Topics Covered:Defining self-transcendence and why it matters for mental healthMolly's Grand Canyon experience as a personal example of peak experienceHow Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs evolved to include self-transcendenceThe role of transcendence in countering anxiety, depression, and ruminationFive daily practices for cultivating transcendenceResources and Links:Join the Alcohol Minimalists Facebook GroupWork with MollyRelated Episodes:The Science of AweIf you enjoy the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, please share the show with a friend, leave a review on your favorite podcast platform, and connect with Molly Watts on Instagram and Facebook. ★ Support this podcast ★

Welcome to this deeply grounding guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius:"You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength."This meditation is designed to help you strengthen your awareness, quiet mental distractions, and cultivate deep inner resilience. Life is constantly moving, thoughts will always arise, but true mastery comes when we learn to return, again and again, to the stillness within.By using sound as an anchor, we create a steady point of focus—one that allows us to transcend mental noise, distractions, and external stressors.✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation:✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Marcus Aurelius' teachings on mental strength and awareness.✔ Letting Go Practice: Release stress, external worries, and overthinking.✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady, neutral guide to help you stay present.✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond mental noise and reconnect with your true, peaceful self.

In this landmark sixth chapter of The Journey Beyond Death, we begin a new arc titled “Mystics & Seers” by welcoming two of the most piercing voices in spiritual inquiry: Jeff Berwick and Shunyamurti. Together, they unravel what lies beyond this world—and how to reclaim the truth buried beneath illusion. Jeff Berwick, founder of The Dollar Vigilante, challenges the very nature of reality. Is this world a divine simulation? Is death just a shift of levels in a cosmic game? Through years of intensive meditation and consciousness experimentation, Berwick offers raw, revolutionary insights: that fear is programmed, death is misunderstood, and freedom begins when the mind surrenders. Shunyamurti, spiritual director of the Sat Yoga Ashram, takes us even deeper—into the still center of being that never dies. With razor-sharp clarity and mystical presence, he explores why the soul incarnates, how ego fragments the Real, and what it means to awaken before death. His message: You are not the body, not the mind, not even the story. You are the eternal light watching it all. This episode is not for the casually curious. It's for the seeker standing at the threshold, ready to cross. Death is not the end. It is the illusion we must transcend to truly live. ------------------------------ Featuring in order of appearance 01:00 - Metaphysical Seeker & Sovereignty Advocate Jeff Berwick 44:00 - Spiritual Master & Founder of the Sat Yoga Institute Shunyamurti -------------------------------- Jeff Berwick is a financial iconoclast, spiritual truth-seeker, and founder of The Dollar Vigilante. After building and selling Canada's largest financial website, Stockhouse.com, Berwick spent years traveling to over 100 countries—seeking freedom, truth, and a deeper understanding of reality beyond the mainstream matrix. One of the first analysts to call Bitcoin at $3 and Ethereum at $2, Berwick also teaches that we're living in a cosmic simulation—a spiritual “video game” where awakening means reclaiming our power from fear, control, and illusion. Through his media platform Vigilante.tv, bestselling book The Controlled Demolition of the American Empire, and his annual Anarchapulco conference, Berwick fuses financial independence, metaphysics, and radical self-liberation. Website: TV Channel: ----------------------------- Shunyamurti is a renowned spiritual teacher, yogi, and founder of the Sat Yoga Institute and Ashram in Costa Rica. Drawn to the path of inner liberation from an early age, he immersed himself in advanced practices of meditation, self-inquiry, and multiple yogic disciplines. His training included an apprenticeship with Baba Hari Dass, extensive study of Sri Ramana Maharshi's teachings, and over a decade of committed spiritual life in a Brahmachari ashram in India. Shunyamurti's wisdom synthesizes the core insights of Advaita Vedanta, Shaivism, and Buddhism with Western psychoanalytic traditions, transpersonal psychology, and mysticism. He has also explored altered states of consciousness through entheogens and integrated learnings from esoteric traditions like Taoism, Kabbalah, and mystical Christianity. Through his talks, writings, and intensive retreats, Shunyamurti offers a transformative path for those seeking inner silence, self-realization, and the transcendence of ego. Website: YouTube Channel: --------------------------- consciousness after death, ego death, Jeff Berwick, Shunyamurti, spiritual awakening, near death experience, life beyond the body, escaping the matrix, how to stop fearing death, non-duality teachings, spiritual sovereignty, sat yoga, dollar vigilante, mystical insights, simulation theory, transcendence, Outer Limits of Inner Truth

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaKimberly AdamsIn this hauntingly powerful episode, we step into the sacred space where grief becomes language, and language becomes transformation.Our guest is not just a grief researcher—she is a cartographer of the soul's underworld, traveling the globe to learn how cultures mourn, metabolize loss, and emerge more alive. With over 15 years in entrepreneurship and business consulting, she bridges two worlds: one of spirit and shadow, the other of scale and strategy.Together, we unravel the ways unresolved grief can bind us to cycles of addiction, abuse, and disconnection—and how, through psychedelic ritual, cross-cultural initiation, and honest storytelling, we might finally begin to listen to what the dead are trying to say.This conversation weaves metaphysics with marketing, mourning with momentum. It's for anyone who has lost someone—or something—and is brave enough to ask: What now?This is not grief as diagnosis. This is grief as teacher.This is not death as end. This is death as metaphor.Enter the conversation your ancestors have already started.A Practical Guide to the Incomprehensible | KD Adams | Substacklytmarketing.co Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Ep 245. 3 Challenges as a Christian / Believer1. Sense of Belonging2. Narrow Path3. Transcendence

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaSteven Twohig isn't here to fix your surface-level symptoms. He's not your coach. He's your cartographer for the unknown. The man maps the subterranean landscapes of the soul—the hidden patterns, the ancestral echoes, the buried beliefs you didn't even know were running your life like a ghost in the machine.He's been doing this work for nearly 25 years—not as a guru on a hilltop, but as a man in the trenches. Helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and seekers tear down what no longer serves and rebuild a mind-state that serves the mission—balanced, embodied, and burning with purpose.This ain't therapy. This is unlearning the lie. This is strategy for the soul. This is rebellion against your inner saboteur. So if you're ready to stop performing life and start living aligned, then buckle up—because Steven Twohig is about to take us to the rootWww.MasteringChange.com Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaVoyage of initiationWelcome to The Voyage of Initiation—a podcast not for the faint of ego.This is the edge where psyche meets system, where myth bleeds into reality, and where transformation demands a toll. If you're here, it means you've felt it too—that crack in the world. That tension between what is and what could be.I'm George Monty, your host, fellow rebel, and eternal student of the symbolic and the strange. And today, you're not just listening—you're entering the rite.Jessica is a liminal being—equal parts strategist and shadow-worker. A Jungian insurgent disguised as a healthcare innovator. A weaver of archetypes, systems, and symbols, working to transmute the soulless machinery of modern life into something sacred.She's not here to fix the system—she's here to dismantle the illusion.Jessica's background is a kaleidoscope of experience: Jungian, insurance alchemist, genetic oracle, psychedelics, and myth-maker. She's walked through the corridors of industry and emerged with a map of the unconscious scrawled in the margins of bureaucracy. She's not reforming the world—she's initiating it.In this series, we're not talking treatments. We're talking transformation.This is the realm of the wounded healer, the trickster, the anima, the death of ego, and the alchemy of trauma.This is the collective unconscious whispering through systems. This is shadow integration in real time.We're going to ask the questions polite society avoids:—Is the system itself the patient?—Has the healer become the gatekeeper?—What dies when the mask of professionalism slips?—And can the soul find its way back through the psychedelic doorway?So light the incense, sharpen the sword, and put your psyche in the front seat.This isn't therapy.This is initiation.And today, we begin with Jessica Tracy.https://www.jessicathejungian.coach/ Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaEric KaufmannThere are moments when the world doesn't need another leader in a tailored suit with bullet points and buzzwords.It needs an elder.A mirror.A firestarter.Today's guest initiates warriors. He walks them to the edge of their identity, hands them the flint, and says: “Now light it up.”For over two decades, Eric Kaufmann has been guiding CEOs, founders, and senior leaders through the crucible—helping them break down the illusions of self-importance, shed the skin of performative leadership, and step into something real… something forged in the fire of clarity, presence, and sacred responsibility.He's the author of Leadership Breakdown and The Four Virtues of a Leader—books that don't just sit pretty on a bookshelf. They initiate.Eric's work is where Zen meets the boardroom, where ancient wisdom meets modern chaos, and where the rite of leadership is not handed to you—it's earned through trials. Through courage, grit, faith, and focus.This is not about optics. This is not about quarterly gains.This is about inner revolution.The kind that echoes outward and recalibrates the system itself.So if you're ready to trade comfort for consciousness…If you're ready to drop the mask and meet the mirror…Then hold fast.Because today, we're not interviewing a guest.We're crossing a threshold.Welcome to the show… Eric Kaufmann.http://www.sagatica.comINITIATION, THRESHOLDS & THE INNER FIRE 1. “What is the price of initiation—and how does one know they've truly paid it?”(Not with money, not with time, but with something that doesn't grow back.) 2. “In your experience, what is the pattern of the soul's evolution through leadership? Is there a universal map—or must each leader carve their own labyrinth?” 3. “When a leader finally sees the mask they've been wearing… what should they do next—burn it, bury it, or bow to it?”THE EDGE BETWEEN MIND AND MYSTERY 4. “You speak about wisdom as a path—how do you distinguish wisdom from intelligence, and how do leaders learn to trust one over the other?” 5. “What role does silence play in your coaching? And how do you teach leaders to listen to the silence between their thoughts?” 6. “Have you ever had a moment where everything you taught broke down in your own life? And if so, what did you rebuild from the ashes?”THE SPIRITUAL UNDERCURRENT OF LEADERSHIP 7. “You've lived in both the corporate world and the contemplative—do you believe great leadership is ultimately a spiritual practice?” 8. “What is the difference between ambition and sacred responsibility?” 9. “Can a leader be powerful without being dangerous? Or is danger part of the initiation into presence?”THE TENSION BETWEEN EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 10. “We live in a world obsessed with credentials and performance—yet the deepest truths seem to come from experience. What have you learned in pain, in failure, or in presence that no degree could've taught you?”THE MASTER–STUDENT ARC 11. “If I were your student, standing before you at the edge of my next initiation, what would you challenge me to surrender—and what would you demand I carry forward?” 12. “What question would you ask your younger self, the day before he first stepped into leadership?” 13. “What truth do you hold now that would've terrified the teacher you were ten years ago?”FINAL CUTS: PHILOSOPHICAL DAGGERS 14. “Is it possible to lead without identity?” 15. “If the next evolution of leadership required you to unlearn everything you know… where would you begin?” 16. “Do you believe suffering is necessary for wisdom—or just common?”The Sutra of Ouromorphosisfrom the Transcendent Upanishads of the Future Past1I am the mouth that devours myself,the tail swallowed in silence,the cycle made flesh.From wound to womb I turn again.2You who seek permanence—abandon all names.Here, in the flame that feeds upon itself,identity is ash,and ash is the seed of the sacred.3There is no arrival.There is only the spiral,folding backward and forwardthrough the bones of time,through the breath of gods you no longer remember.4The serpent is not evil.It is memory without end.It is the skin you shedin the presence of unbearable truth.5To suffer is to molt.To molt is to rememberthat you are the fire,and the hand,and the scream.6Death is a dress rehearsal.Birth is an act of amnesia.In betwe...

Who is responsible for making a work of art? In each episode of this collaborative podcast series, one anthropologist, specialising in a particular cultural context, has a conversation with an artist of their choosing, exploring issues of authorship and responsibility in art. Ranging across geographical locations and creative practices, discussions address and unpack the conceptualisation of the artistic person, authorship as centred upon an individual or bounded group, and the development of responsibility for artworks during and after their making. Each episode brings a fresh perspective on where ideas come from, what agency an artist feels in the creation of their work, and how, and in which contexts, ownership and responsibility for the artwork are claimed. Ultimately, as a collection, the series encourages listeners to think about ‘the artist' and ‘the artwork' as dynamic processes in a relationship of authoring. Series 3, Episode 2 of Artery features Elzė Sigutė Mikalonytė with Edoardo Chidichimo Elzė Sigutė Mikalonytė is a Research Associate at the Department of Psychology and a Junior Research Fellow at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge. Her research interests are in aesthetics, metaphysics, experimental philosophy, and philosophy of cognitive science. She currently works on the project “Higher Values: Aesthetic Experiences, Transcendence, and Prosociality” with Prof. Simone Schnall and Dr Ryan Doran. Her doctoral work focused on the philosophy of music and the ontology of musical works. As part of her doctoral research, Elzė conducted experimental philosophy studies in musical ontology. She has also investigated other topics in experimental philosophy of aesthetics, such as the folk concept of art, judgments of the identity of artworks, and intuitions on AI-created art. https://mikalonyte.com/ https://twitter.com/ElzeSigute Edoardo Chidichimo is a social anthropologist and computational neuroscientist who is interested in all things social. Combining anthropology, AI, mathematics, and philosophy, Edoardo seeks to address sociality in the broadest way, confronting disciplinary niches and pushing toward an integrated study of interpersonal human behaviour and cognition. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ec750 Profile: https://www.neuroscience.cam.ac.uk/member/ec750 Artery is a podcast organised by Iza Kavedžija (University of Cambridge) and Robert Simpkins (SOAS, London) and supported by the AHRC. Music: Footsteps, by Robert Simpkins.

Welcome to this deeply calming guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the wisdom of the Dalai Lama:"Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace."This meditation is designed to help you quiet the mind, release external distractions, and reconnect with your inner stillness. Many people believe that meditation means stopping thoughts, but in reality, thoughts will always arise. The key is not to resist them, but to observe them with kindness and gently return to your point of focus.By using sound as an anchor, we create a steady place of awareness—one that allows us to transcend distractions and rest in deep, effortless presence.✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation:✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore the Dalai Lama's teachings on inner peace and emotional balance.✔ Letting Go Practice: Release stress, external worries, and overthinking.✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady, neutral guide to help you stay present.✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond mental noise and reconnect with your true, peaceful self.

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaKyle RosnerIn an era of scripted sameness and corporate noise, one voice refuses to conform.Kyle Rosner is a media insurgent — a producer, writer, and creative tactician who doesn't wait for permission, doesn't play it safe, and sure as hell doesn't follow the formula.From film to radio, TV to podcasts, he's been behind the boards, behind the lens, and behind the words — crafting stories that hit hard and leave a mark. His content is sharp, funny, thought-provoking — always tailored, never tamed.He's the guy brands call when they need voice, not volume.The strategist who finds magic in the mess.The creator who thrives under pressure and still finds time to punch up the truth.If the mainstream is a current, Kyle swims upstream — armed with vision, grit, and a knack for making something out of nothing.He's not just producing media — he's rewriting the rules.This isn't a career.It's a rebellion.And today, we're tuning in.http://linkedin.com/in/kyle-rosner-6989a385https://filmfreeway.com/KyleRosnerReality Sandwich | Evolving Consciousness Bite by Bite Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Welcome to this deeply calming guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the profound wisdom of Lao Tzu:   "When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be."   This meditation is designed to help you release self-doubt, let go of limiting beliefs, and surrender to the boundless potential of the present moment. We often hold on to stories about who we are—our past, our roles, our fears. But when we release these attachments, we step into true freedom, clarity, and inner peace. Using sound as an anchor, we gently shift awareness beyond thoughts, beyond the need to define ourselves, and into a state of deep presence and transcendence.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: ✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Lao Tzu's teachings on surrender and self-discovery. ✔ Letting Go Practice: Release resistance, past conditioning, and the need to define yourself. ✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady, neutral guide to help you transcend mental distractions. ✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond overthinking and reconnect with your true, limitless self.  

Ep. 179 (Part 1 of 2) | In this podcast, John Prendergast, spiritual teacher, depth psychotherapist (retired), and prolific author, eloquently lays out the territory we encounter on the spiritual path as we move towards opening to our deepest ground. John defines deepest ground as “ungraspable and unfathomable, something we can know intimately as a quality of awareness, unbounded and open.” “When we touch into this,” he continues, “we move from a place of love, peace and groundedness.” In working with students and clients over four decades, John says the presence or absence of ground has been the most important theme. John has a gift for communicating exactly what is most useful for a spiritual practitioner to hear: taking an integral and nondual approach different from traditional psychotherapy, he invites us to evoke presence—welcome the experience, welcome the fear of annihilation—let go of ordinary knowledge and allow a translucent, transformative space to emerge around ordinary mind. Blending archetypal wisdom and guidance with spacious emptiness, John explains that opening to unbounded awareness supports the process of individuation and actualization; he also weaves in an intriguing version of the hero's journey, where the hero emerges from the underground, not as a figure of accomplishment and victory, but as a simple, humble being, void of ego. The rich wisdom and gentle guidance offered here is invaluable, worthy of listening to many a time. Recorded November 7, 2024.“Transcendence is a beautiful first step… but there's a very important process of embodying awareness more and more deeply, in the physical body, in the subtle body.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 1Introducing John Prendergast, Ph.D., retired psychotherapist, spiritual teacher, and author, whose most recent book is Your Deepest Ground (00:57)What is our deepest ground? (01:55)What is the difference between presence and ground? (04:29)The fear of losing control, of annihilation, that comes up in the process of healing and awakening (06:47)Using the myth of the underground descent, but emerging not as a hero, but simple and humble—devoid of egoic will (09:29)A translucency of the body/mind emerges: a core illumination (13:18)Meditation, self-inquiry, and time with authentic teachers are what have brought John to luminosity (15:09)The connection to one's teacher: for John, this was Jean Klein and Adyashanti (16:25)Back to returning to the world—not as a hero, but where there's no sense of accomplishment and hierarchy disappears (17:55)The tyranny of the enlightenment drive (20:42)Willfulness gradually transforms into willingness (24:07)Individual guidance can come as the small, still voice but also in kinesthetic form (25:25)Are there specific practices that facilitate opening to our deepest ground? (27:24)Evoking presence: John leads an invitation to welcome the experience, welcome the fear of annihilation (29:14)The difference between John's work and traditional psychotherapy (31:31)Beyond welcoming, John teaches a self-inquiry practice that asks, “Do I really want to know what is true?” (36:15) Working not just on personal limiting beliefs but existential limiting beliefs—e.g., “I am a separate self” (39:19)Recognizing the limitation of rational thought, a transformative space emerges around ordinary mind...

New York Times & Wall Street Journal Best-Selling AuthorMy Guest, New York Times best-selling author Dr. Norman Rosenthal is the world renowned psychiatrist, researcher, and best-selling author, who first described seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and pioneered the use of light therapy as a treatment during his twenty years at the National Institute of Mental Health. A prolific researcher and author, he has authored or co-authored over three hundred scholarly articles and ten popular books. These include Winter Blues, Poetry Rx, the New York Times bestseller Transcendence and the national bestsellers, The Gift of Adversity and Super Mind.He is known for his innovative research and inspirational writings. He is currently Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine and is listed as one of the Best Doctors in America. Dr. Rosenthal has practiced psychiatry for over three decades, treating people with all manner of psychiatric and emotional health issues. He is also a motivational speaker and a personal and professional coach, working with people from all walks of life including CEOs, top athletes, and performing artists.His work & books have received international praise & interviews from CNN News Anchor Candy Crowley, film maker/television director David Lynch, Hip Hop Icon Russell Simmons, comic/actor Russell Brand, Dr. Mehmet Oz, musicians Moby, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr & many othersRosenthal was born and raised in South Africa and did his medical training at the University of Witwatersrand, where he graduated with high honors. He immigrated to the US and did his psychiatric residency at Columbia in NYC before going to the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, where he began his research career in earnest. His first major research contribution was to describe and name Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and to develop light therapy as a treatment for this novel condition. SAD – and its milder variant, the Winter Blues – are now known to affect millions of people worldwide, many of whom have benefited from the light therapy that Dr. Rosenthal pioneered.© 2025 Building Abundant Success!!2025 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud

How can we successfully bring our vision to life to fill the gaps we see in the world? What challenges may arise along this journey, and how can we navigate them with wisdom and grace? In our quest to change the world, how do we engage in meaningful dialogue with those holding opposing viewpoints and arrive at a deeper, collective understanding? And how might grace, gratitude, and generosity become the three central pillars to guide us in all we do?Find out from Rabbi Shai Held, exclusively in conversation with Dr. Hitendra Wadhwa on Intersections Podcast.Rabbi Shai Held is a philosopher, theologian, and a Bible scholar, and currently serves as President and Dean at the Hadar Institute, a center of Jewish life, learning, and practice that builds vibrant egalitarian communities in North America and Israel, which he co-founded in 2006. Rabbi Held has received the prestigious Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, and has been named multiple times by Newsweek as one of the fifty most influential rabbis in America and by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of the fifty most prominent Jews in the world. He has authored a number of books including Abraham Joshua Heschel: The Call of Transcendence, The Heart of Torah, and his most recent, Judaism is About Love. He is also the host of Hadar Institute's newest podcast, Answers WithHeld.In this episode, Rabbi Held reveals:- His own journey of bringing his vision for Hadar Institute to life, the challenges that ensued and how he overcame them successfully- A profound understanding of grace, gratitude and generosity, and how to cultivate these qualities in all that we do

Follow Vintagia: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/acidhorizon/vintagia-i-ching-oracle-for-psychogeographers-and-creativesIn this special crossover episode of LEPHT HAND and Acid Horizon, we explore the radical mysticism of François Laruelle through his essay Vision-in-One or Unlearned Knowing. Laruelle proposes a mysticism stripped of transcendence and doctrine—one grounded in solitude, immanence, and the irreducibility of lived experience. Our guest, translator Jeremy R. Smith, helps unpack Laruelle's challenge to Neoplatonism, dialectics, and the pedagogical authority of philosophy. Along the way, we consider how this "unlearned knowing" might offer tools for thinking mysticism on the left, beyond both theology and theory.Vision-in-One or Unlearned Knowing: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n-i7-kfCt_ykSxrMrUIeNxLwLKcCzcl3LbSJCR_etVQ/edit?tab=t.0 Support the showSupport the podcast:https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/acidhorizonAcid Horizon on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acidhorizonpodcast Boycott Watkins Media: https://xenogothic.com/2025/03/17/boycott-watkins-statement/ Join The Schizoanalysis Project: https://discord.gg/4WtaXG3QxnSubscribe to us on your favorite podcast: https://pod.link/1512615438Merch: http://www.crit-drip.comSubscribe to us on your favorite podcast: https://pod.link/1512615438 LEPHT HAND: https://www.patreon.com/LEPHTHANDHappy Hour at Hippel's (Adam's blog): https://happyhourathippels.wordpress.com​Revolting Bodies (Will's Blog): https://revoltingbodies.com​Split Infinities (Craig's Substack): https://splitinfinities.substack.com/​Music: https://sereptie.bandcamp.com/ and https://thecominginsurrection.bandcamp.com/

Welcome to this powerful guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the timeless wisdom of Stoic philosophy: "Happiness and freedom begin with a clear understanding of one principle: Some things are within our control, and some things are not." — Epictetus This meditation is designed to help you release stress, let go of control, and focus only on what is truly within your power. So much of our suffering comes from fighting reality, clinging to expectations, and resisting change. But when we surrender what we cannot control and anchor ourselves in the present moment, we discover true peace, resilience, and inner strength. Using sound as an anchor, we gently shift awareness beyond thoughts, beyond striving, beyond the mind's need to control, and into a space of deep clarity and presence.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: ✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Stoic teachings on control, surrender, and inner peace. ✔ Letting Go Practice: Release tension, worries, and attachment to things beyond your control. ✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady and neutral guide to help you transcend distractions and stay present. ✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond overthinking and reconnect with your true, peaceful self.  

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Welcome to this deeply relaxing guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the wisdom of Zen philosophy: "Let go, or be dragged." This meditation is designed to help you release resistance, let go of expectations, and surrender to the natural flow of life. We often suffer not because of what happens, but because of our attachment to what we think should happen. By practicing surrender, we open ourselves to peace, clarity, and true inner freedom. Using sound as an anchor, we gently shift awareness beyond thoughts, beyond struggle, and into a state of deep presence. There is nothing to force, nothing to chase—only a space to simply be.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: ✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Zen teachings on surrender and detachment. ✔ Letting Go Practice: Release tension, resistance, and attachment to thoughts. ✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady, neutral guide to help you transcend distractions. ✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond overthinking and reconnect with your true, peaceful self.  

In this episode of the Meaning Project Podcast, Dr. Dan engages in a deep conversation with therapist Greg Liotta about the intersections of mature masculinity, psychedelic therapy, and personal growth. They explore the importance of surrendering to experiences, the role of psychedelics like 5-MeO-DMT, and the significance of breathwork in healing. The discussion also touches on the societal pressures surrounding masculinity and the need for connection and understanding in mental health. In this conversation, Dr. Dan and Greg Leota explore profound themes of transcendence, emotional maturity, and the integration of spiritual experiences into daily life. They discuss the significance of 5-MeO, the role of anger in spirituality, and the importance of self-love and emotional regulation. The dialogue emphasizes the journey of ego dissolution, the healing power of connection, and the quest for personal growth and meaning.TakeawaysMature masculinity involves embracing vulnerability and softness.Psychedelic therapy can facilitate personal growth and healing.Surrendering to experiences can lead to profound insights.5-MeO-DMT is derived from the Bufo alvarius toad and has unique properties.Breathwork is a powerful tool for accessing deeper states of consciousness.Connection and community are essential for mental health.Societal pressures can distort perceptions of masculinity.Trusting nature and the healing process is crucial.Neuroscience supports the idea of seeking transcendent experiences.Healing involves both scientific and spiritual dimensions. Transcendence can be observed in the brain through practices.5-MeO experiences can lead to profound self-realization.The universe is inherently loving and not conditional.Emotional maturity is crucial for spiritual growth.Self-love involves setting healthy boundaries.Anger can be a powerful emotion that needs healthy expression.Trauma responses can lock individuals in negative emotional states.Ego dissolution allows for a deeper understanding of self.Connection with others is vital for healing and growth.Finding meaning in life is a personal journey that varies for everyone.

As the world feels increasingly unstable, many of us are seeking ways to stay grounded, to keep our hearts open, and to resist despair. In this timely encore episode, Buddhist teacher and author Lama Rod Owens reminds us that joy is not only possible in times of crisis—it is essential.Lama Rod shares deeply from his lived experience as a Black, queer spiritual teacher in America. We talk about how rage can be holy, how rest is sacred, and how joy can serve as a radical, defiant act in the face of oppression.This conversation is an anchor for anyone navigating stress, overwhelm, or heartbreak right now. May it nourish you deeply.In this episode:How joy functions as a tool for resistanceWhat it means to stay emotionally present without being consumedWhy creative expression is essential for survivalHow to begin cultivating inner spaciousness, even in chaosPractices to help you return to your centre

The Importance of Transcendental Meditation.

In episode 16, we go deep with Coltrane Lord. Coltrane is a psychedelic integration specialist, artist, and healer. We trace Coltrane's personal journey from trauma to transcendence, her transformative experiences with plant medicines, and the founding of the Wonderland Project, a nonprofit organization that connects marginalized women suffering from PTSD due to domestic violence, rape, and sexual exploitation to trauma-informed psychedelic care. We look at the importance of safe and sacred psychedelic practices, honoring indigenous cultures, and the broader implications for women's healing and empowerment through psychedelics. Coltrane also shares the inspiration behind her Eden Experience, an artistic project aimed at empowering women to reclaim their bodies and heal through creative expression.   Learn More About Coltrane Lord: https://www.lordcoltrane.com/ https://www.wonderlandproject.love/   Connect with Carla:If you're inspired by this episode and want to stay connected, follow Carla and Psychedelic Divas on social media or visit the website to get your Psychedelic Safety Guide Including What to Do When Things Go Wrong: Website: https://psychedelicdivas.com/ Carla's Coaching: https://carladetchon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicdivas YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carladetchon Subscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review Psychedelic Divas. Your support helps amplify these important conversations and grow.

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaINTRODUCTION: BROTHER OF THE REBELLIONToday's guest is not just a man—he's a reckoning.Miguel Torres was once a weapon in the gears of empire—military mind, corporate strategist, trained to move mountains without ever making a sound. But somewhere along the march, he heard the whisper—the sacred hum beneath the static. And he turned. Not away—but inward.Now, he stands unshackled at the crossroads of spirit and smoke, hosting The Conversation, Cannabis & Christianity Podcast—a sanctuary where the high meets the holy, and questions are lit like incense at the altar of awakening.Miguel is no preacher, but he delivers sermons with fire.No longer armed with orders—he's armed with questions that peel back the sky.This brother doesn't hand out dogma—he hands out torches.So we can burn away what's been forced upon usAnd step into what's always lived within us.As the Gospel of Thomas says:“If you bring forth what is within you, what you bring forth will save you.If you do not bring forth what is within you, what you do not bring forth will destroy you.”Miguel is bringing it forth—raw, real, and righteous.A rebel.A guide.A spiritual arsonist with holy smoke in his lungs.Welcome to the fire, Miguel Torres.Let's make this conversation the match that starts the blaze.https://ccandcpodcast.com/ Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Welcome to this powerful guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius: "You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." This session is designed to help you release distractions, let go of what you cannot control, and reconnect with the calm, steady presence within you. True peace is not found in controlling the outside world—it is discovered when we master our own mind. Through this meditation for clarity and inner strength, we will use sound as an anchor, allowing you to transcend thoughts, quiet mental noise, and experience deep presence and resilience.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: ✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Marcus Aurelius' Stoic philosophy on mastering the mind. ✔ Letting Go Practice: Release the need to control external events and focus on inner strength. ✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A steady, neutral guide to help you transcend mental chatter and distractions. ✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond overthinking and reconnect with your natural state of calm, clarity, and power.  

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaTo the fugitives of the default world — welcome back to the TrueLife Podcast, where we torch the status quo and dance barefoot on the ashes.Today's guest? He walked out of the ivory tower of medicine like a man refusing to serve poison with a smile. He saw the system for what it was — a gilded cage lined with pharmaceutical profits and wrapped in the illusion of healing. Most would've swallowed the pill, cashed the checks, and played the part. But Dr. Xanqunnes Nursingh? Nah. He chose the path of maximum resistance — truth.He didn't just leave med school — he escaped it. He burned the white coat and traded it for a keyboard, a camera, and a third eye wide open. Now, he's out here engineering prompts like spells, bending AI to his will, and conjuring visions of a future where medicine isn't a racket, it's a revolution.He's a renegade technomystic, in the age of machine gods, a glitch in the Matrix who knows that healing doesn't come in a pill bottle — it comes when you confront the lie, strip it bare, and rewrite the code.So if you came for some TED Talk TEDium, you're in the wrong damn place. But if you're ready to rip the blindfold off, challenge the sacred cows of science, and vibe with a man building a new operating system for human consciousness — grab your favorite sacrament and settle in.This is Dr. Xanqunnes Nursingh. And this is rebellion in real time.Check out his Channel: https://youtu.be/OB1Y8TUXVyQ?si=MaJTjJgH8lRBHNXwhttp://linkedin.com/in/dr-xanqunnes-nursingh-6117a7229 Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Ever begged the universe for a “sign” before making a big decision… only to be met with chaos, anxiety, or resistance? In this episode, Sarah dismantles one of the biggest spiritual myths keeping high-achieving women stuck: the belief that universal “signs” are indicators of misalignment. With deep personal stories and practical spiritual wisdom, she reveals why resistance often isn't a sign to stop—it's the very evidence you're about to collapse time and step into a new timeline. Key Takeaways: Why resistance shows up right before a breakthrough—and what to do with it What universal signs really are (hint: they're not always divine guidance) How to stop outsourcing decisions to signs and start trusting your inner knowing What Sarah's rental house and a $33K coaching investment have in This episode is a permission slip to trust your divine knowing even when fear and doubt are screaming. Sarah shares the true purpose of resistance, how your ego tries to manifest distractions, and the sneaky way “waiting for signs” can sabotage your next level. Follow Sarah on Instagram.

Welcome to this powerful guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by Lao Tzu's profound wisdom: "At the center of your being, you have the answer; you know who you are, and you know what you want." This session is designed to help you quiet the mind, let go of distractions, and reconnect with the deep wisdom and clarity that already exist within you. There is nothing you need to search for—your highest self, your truth, and your purpose are already within. Through this meditation for clarity and self-discovery, we will use sound as an anchor, allowing you to transcend thoughts, release mental noise, and experience pure presence.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: ✔ Wisdom Reflection: Explore Lao Tzu's philosophy on self-awareness and inner guidance. ✔ Letting Go Practice: Release stress, overthinking, and external distractions to find deep stillness. ✔ Sound as Your Anchor: A neutral and steady guide to help you transcend mental chatter and enter a space of clarity. ✔ Transcendence Practice: Move beyond surface-level thoughts and reconnect with your natural state of peace and inner knowing.  

In this episode Lane Tipton and Camden Bucey continue their discussion of Geerhardus Vos's Biblical Theology, focusing on pages 369–371. This section addresses Jesus' teaching on the divine majesty and greatness, the retributive righteousness of God, and the implications for true religion. Lane Tipton explains how Vos maintains the biblical tension between God's transcendent majesty and his loving condescension. They discuss how Vos's doctrine of God stands against the errors of theological liberalism, which often reduces the divine character to a single attribute of love divorced from holiness and righteousness. The conversation highlights how Jesus' teaching does not abandon the concept of divine retribution but presents it as an essential and irreducible aspect of God's nature. Drawing connections to the contemporary theological landscape, Camden and Lane address modern tendencies to elevate divine love to the exclusion of justice. They also explore the ways in which Reformed theology provides a robust foundation for understanding God's attributes in their fullness, without compromising his immutability or impassibility. Listen in as they unpack Vos's profound insights and demonstrate how they continue to speak to modern theological debates. 00:07 Introduction 07:41 Vos's Critique of Liberalism 11:32 The Attributes of God 17:02 The Impassibility of God and Its Importance 28:19 True Religion and God's Transcendence 33:04 The Retributive Righteousness of God 44:51 Practical Application 49:53 Conclusion

In this episode of Visual Intonation, we dive deep into the world of Joseph Douglas Elmhirst, a filmmaker whose works explore the intricate intersections of nature, faith, and identity. Joseph's latest film 'Burnt Milk', commissioned by the 2023 Venice Biennale, serves as a visual prayer to Jamaica, capturing the spirit of the Windrush generation and their profound influence on British society. Join us as we explore how Joseph's art transcends mere storytelling and transforms into a potent meditation on the power of ritual, diaspora, and the complicated ties between memory and identity.  Through his lens, Joseph captures the vivid contrast that defines Jamaican life—evoking the beauty and harshness of the island in equal measure. With influences from the likes of Pedro Costa and Francesca Woodman, Joseph's approach to filmmaking is as much about sound as it is about vision. He draws from his cultural roots, intertwining ancestral soundscapes, such as the sounds of tree frogs from rural Jamaica, to create a rhythm that underpins his work. We'll unpack how these sonic elements, alongside his striking visuals, build an atmosphere of timelessness, offering viewers an intimate connection to his Jamaican heritage.  Joseph's journey is personal, intertwined with the story of his family—most notably his sister, Ruby Elmhirst, whose creative influence helped bring his film to the world stage. 'Burnt Milk' is not just a film, but a tribute to their shared upbringing and their mother's debut novel of the same name. We delve into the themes of motherhood and cultural heritage explored in Joseph's work, especially through the lens of the matriarchal relationships in his film 'MADA'. This project takes us on a poignant exploration of love, protection, and identity, as seen through the lives of three generations of women in rural Jamaica.  Finally, we look ahead at Joseph's future projects, including his research into spiritual transference and the personal influences that continue to shape his craft. Drawing from his deep connection to both his Jamaican roots and the broader African diaspora, Joseph is poised to continue challenging and reshaping our understanding of ritual, memory, and the power of cinematic storytelling. Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of today's most captivating voices in contemporary film.  https://www.criterionchannel.com/videos/burnt-milk  https://www.instagram.com/josephdouglaselmhirst?igsh=MTJ3NXUwMTlqYXRmYw==  https://vimeo.com/user55926319 Support the showVisual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaRev. Dr. Jessica Rochester is the Madrinha and President of Céu do Montréal, a Santo Daime (Ayahuasca) Church she founded in 1997 in Montréal, Canada.She is a transpersonal counselor, she trained in the work of Dr. Roberto Assagioli and trained with Dr. Stanislav Grof.She worked with Health Canada from 2000 until 2017 to achieve an Section 56 Exemption to import and serve the Santo DaimeSacrament (Ayahuasca).She is an ordained Interfaith Minister with a Doctorate in Divinity.From 1986 to 2018 she has been a workshop leader, teacher, and in private practice.She is the author of Ayahuasca Awakening A Guide to Self-Discovery, Self-Mastery and Self-Care, Volume One and Two.She continues to lecture on consciousness, non-ordinary states of consciousness, self-discovery, spiritual development, health and well-being and personal transformationhttps://www.revdrjessicarochester.com/https://psychedelicscene.com/2024/06/20/entheogens-psychedelics-nosc-and-the-search-for-wholeness/Self-importance is the veil that wraps the mind in illusions of grandeur—a kingdom built on shifting sands, where the ruler mistakes the walls for the world.Otherness is the doorway disguised as a stranger—an invitation to lose yourself in the eyes of another and find, at last, the ocean beyond the shore. Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaRev. Dr. Jessica Rochester is the Madrinha and President of Céu do Montréal, a Santo Daime (Ayahuasca) Church she founded in 1997 in Montréal, Canada.She is a transpersonal counselor, she trained in the work of Dr. Roberto Assagioli and trained with Dr. Stanislav Grof.She worked with Health Canada from 2000 until 2017 to achieve an Section 56 Exemption to import and serve the Santo DaimeSacrament (Ayahuasca).She is an ordained Interfaith Minister with a Doctorate in Divinity.From 1986 to 2018 she has been a workshop leader, teacher, and in private practice.She is the author of Ayahuasca Awakening A Guide to Self-Discovery, Self-Mastery and Self-Care, Volume One and Two.She continues to lecture on consciousness, non-ordinary states of consciousness, self-discovery, spiritual development, health and well-being and personal transformationhttps://www.revdrjessicarochester.com/https://psychedelicscene.com/2024/06/20/entheogens-psychedelics-nosc-and-the-search-for-wholeness/Self-importance is the veil that wraps the mind in illusions of grandeur—a kingdom built on shifting sands, where the ruler mistakes the walls for the world.Otherness is the doorway disguised as a stranger—an invitation to lose yourself in the eyes of another and find, at last, the ocean beyond the shore. Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

"How do you rebuild when everything you've known is completely shattered in a single day?"In this powerful episode of Life in Transition, host Art Blanchford speaks with Melissa Saleh about her journey through devastating loss and remarkable rebirth. Melissa shares how a single day in 2014—when she lost her daughter at birth—shattered her entire existence, leading to the end of her marriage, career, and life in New York City. She describes the process of hitting rock bottom and how she began rebuilding in Charleston, South Carolina, finding healing through food, nature, and putting creative energy into renovating her home.Melissa reveals how trauma invaded her nervous system and required years of intensive healing work, including a dedicated year focused solely on trauma therapy. She discusses developing powerful intuitive skills, learning to surrender to pain instead of avoiding it, and how this transformation led to a loving marriage and two healthy children that doctors said would be impossible. The conversation offers profound insights on living with uncertainty, the importance of self-love, and how trauma can be transcended—not eliminated—to create a meaningful, authentic life aligned with one's deepest values.Melissa Saleh is a force of nature—former lawyer and journalist turned serial entrepreneur, masterful storyteller, and advocate for survivors of trauma. With a career spanning technology, media, and brand strategy, she has shaped the narratives of Fortune 500 giants and startups alike, helping them carve out their place in a fast-moving world. As the co-founder of FairPlayAI, she works to promote equity and reduce bias in automated decision-making.About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we're given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online. In This Episode: (00:00) Melissa's Devastating Loss, The Bottle Analogy: Complete Shattering(05:38) The Inevitable End of Marriage and New York Life(12:30) Going to Zero: Healing A Dark Night of the Soul(17:22) Learning Through the Process of Rebuilding(25:06) MidLife Transition Mastery Ad(27:06) Finding Healing in Charleston(36:21) Nourishment Through Food and Connecting with Chefs(48:53) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad(47:30) Developing Intuitive Skills and Their Power(56:33) Trauma Bonds(01:02:30) Purpose Greater Than Pain(1:10:00) Feeling Your Pain: The Key to Transcendence(1:12:27) Connecting with Melissa and Final ThoughtsResources:Melissa Saleh Website: https://www.melissasaleh.com/Melissa Saleh LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-saleh/Email Art BlanchfordLife in Transition WebsiteLife in Transition on IGLife in Transition on FBJoin Our Community: https://www.lifeintransition.online/My new book "PURPOSEFUL LIVING" is out now. Order it now: https://www.amazon.com/PURPOSEFUL-LIVING-Wisdom-Coming-Complex/dp/1963913922Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the “Life In Transition” podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.

Welcome to this powerful guided meditation for transcendence, designed to remind you that your highest self is not a distant destination—it is a path you walk every day, in each moment, with every breath. There is no magic pill, no secret formula to peace or happiness. The truth is, joy is not something you wait for; it is something you create. The key to transcendence is simple: consistent practice, mindfulness, and bringing your heart fully into this moment. In this meditation, we'll use sound as our anchor. Unlike words or mantras, sound is neutral and universal, guiding you inward without judgment or expectation. It helps you let go of distractions, align with your values, and reconnect with your deepest sense of clarity and peace.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: Wisdom Reflection: Explore the idea that there is no final destination—only the journey of living fully, now. Letting Go Practice: Release the need to ‘arrive' somewhere before allowing yourself to feel joy and peace. Sound as Your Anchor: A neutral and steady guide to help you transcend thoughts and focus inward. Transcendence Practice: Move beyond the noise of the mind to rediscover your natural state of presence and clarity.  

Making a return for his third appearance on StoryBeat is the great jazz and world flutist, Michael Mason.  Michael's been a professional musician and composer for forty years, while simultaneously working in the fire service of the Downers Grove, Illinois Fire Department, recently retiring at the rank of Lieutenant. Michael is one of the first responders from the Chicago area who flew to New York City just days after the destruction of the World Trade Center. He helped the New York City Fire Department and Port Authority for many weeks. In 2024, Michael released his latest album called “Luminosity,” which follows up 2023's, “Impermanence,” “Transcendence” in 2022, and “Human Revolution” in 2021. All are original jazz and world music compositions which received approval for voting from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences for Grammy Award consideration.Michael's musical influences come from James Newton, Ian Anderson, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Eric Dolphy, Sun Ra, Yusef Lateef, and James Galway.I've listened multiple times to each of his excellent records and can tell you Michael's impressive work will instantly soothe your soul with warm, beautiful melodies, gorgeous arrangements, and Michael's brilliance on the flute.  I highly recommend you check out his wonderful recordings and music.Michael's currently in the studio mixing 8 new songs for release in 2025 on the AVG Records label, so be sure to look out for that.Michael's been gracious enough to lend us his radiant composition, Moments from Luminosity. Please be sure to stick around at the end of the show to give it a listen. 

Welcome to this transformative guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by the Dalai Lama's wisdom: "Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health." This session is designed to help you release distractions, embrace the present moment, and cultivate the inner calm that fosters resilience, confidence, and clarity. Using sound as your anchor, this meditation provides a neutral and universal guide to gently draw your awareness inward. Free from judgment or expectation, sound allows you to transcend distractions, reconnect with your natural stillness, and strengthen your connection to your highest self.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: Wisdom Reflection: Explore the Dalai Lama's quote and its relevance to cultivating inner calm and strength. Letting Go Practice: Release stress, distractions, and tension to nurture inner peace. Sound as Your Anchor: A neutral guide to help you transcend thoughts and focus on the present moment. Transcendence Practice: Reconnect with your truest self, building clarity, confidence, and resilience.  

Welcome to this calming guided meditation for transcendence, inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh's gentle wisdom: "Smile, breathe, and go slowly." This session invites you to slow down, release distractions, and reconnect with the peace and stillness that reside within you. Using sound as your anchor, this meditation offers a neutral and universal guide to gently draw your awareness inward. Free from judgment or expectation, sound helps you transcend the noise of the mind, embrace simplicity, and find serenity in the present moment.   ✨ What You'll Experience in This Meditation: Wisdom Reflection: Explore Thich Nhat Hanh's quote and its relevance to finding peace through presence and simplicity. Letting Go Practice: Release tension, distractions, and mental clutter to embrace stillness. Sound as Your Anchor: A neutral and steady guide to help you transcend thoughts and focus inward. Transcendence Practice: Move beyond the chatter of the mind to rediscover your natural state of calm and clarity.  

This week on Pod Have Mercy, we explore the transformative power of travel, the way stepping into unfamiliar places can open us up to awe, wonder, and something beyond ourselves. When we allow the mystery of a place to surprise us, we find that travel isn't just about geography, it's about transcendence.We draw parallels between these experiences and the mystery of God, who cannot be boxed in or fully imagined. Just like a new destination, the divine often meets us in the unexpected, in the liminal spaces where we let go of control and embrace presence.Join us as we talk about letting mystery lead, whether you're on the road or on a journey of faith.

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaThe Alchemy of AshesI. The DescentThey said the road was paved in gold,but I found only dust—dust in my lungs, dust in my veins,dust in the ruins of the gods I once believed in.The stars collapsed like dying prophets,whispering riddles to the blind.I clawed through the wreckage of my former self,searching for the bones of meaning,but meaning had been set aflame,and the smoke spelled my name in tongues I'd forgotten.O fool of the waking world,O dreamer in a land of steel!Did you think the fire would spare you?Did you think the night would kneel?II. The CrucibleThere is a moment in every exilewhen the wind stops wailing,when silence presses like a lover's palm against your mouth—and you understand.Not with words, not with reason,but with the marrow of your bones,with the ache that only grief can conjure.The old world burns, the new one writhes,and somewhere between death and dawn,you learn to dance in the cinders.They call it madness, they call it sin,but Kesey called it the edge,Leary called it the key,and Morrison screamed it from the rooftopsuntil the night swallowed his voice.We have been here before,in the temples of Eleusis,in the deserts of the prophets,in the painted haze of acid visions—standing at the threshold of annihilation,laughing because we finally see.III. The RebirthLet them come with their chains, their rules, their fear—I have walked through the fire, and I am not the same.I am forged in the wreckage, baptized in the void,a child of ruin, a son of the storm.O city of sleeping minds,O kingdom of glass and smoke!You cannot hold me, you cannot name me,I have carved my own gospel into the skin of the sky.For I have seen the sacred spiral,the ouroboros coiled in eternity's palm.I have watched death weep into the river,only to rise again,only to rise again,only to rise again.And so I rise—not in chains, not in fear,but in the name of all who bled before me,all who dared to whisper to the abyssand heard it whisper back:You were never broken.You were only becoming. Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USBuy Grow kit: https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band willl Blow your Mind! Codex Serafini: https://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-animaToday, I'm honored to introduce Rob Poynter — a man who has dedicated his life to service, resilience, and creating a lasting impact. Rob is a retired Deputy Sheriff with the Alameda County Sheriff's Office, where he built extensive experience in patrol, airport security, community policing, special duty operations, and as a motorcycle deputy. Throughout his career, he developed a strong foundation in public safety, crisis response, training, and leadership.After retiring due to an on-duty motorcycle accident, Rob reinvented himself, transitioning into the world of private business. He now runs a private money lending business, applying his expertise in risk assessment and financial strategy. Rob actively manages investments through a Self-Directed IRA and LLC, using Infinite Banking principles to optimize liquidity and long-term wealth growth.But Rob's story doesn't stop there. He's also the driving force behind Warriorside, a veteran-owned 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting veterans who silently battle the invisible scars of war. With a mission to reduce the alarming rates of veteran suicide and depression, Warriorside provides a platform for veterans to share their raw, unfiltered experiences — stories born from courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond of brotherhood and sisterhood. Rob believes that connection through storytelling is one of the most powerful paths to healing, creating a community where no one feels alone in their struggles.Rob's journey is a testament to resilience and purpose, and through Warriorside, he's making sure that no veteran fights their battles alone.http://linkedin.com/in/rob-poynter-b49649170https://warriorsidefoundation.org/events-page/ Support the show:https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USCheck out our YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPzfOaFtA1hF8UhnuvOQnTgKcIYPI9Ni9&si=Jgg9ATGwzhzdmjkgGrow your own:https://modernmushroomcultivation.com/This Band Will Blow Your Mind: Codex Serafinihttps://codexserafini.bandcamp.com/album/the-imprecation-of-anima

Bhakti rituals have long been misunderstood—written off as primitive or irrelevant in the modern world. But beneath the surface, these practices contain a refined science of inner renewal and spiritual elevation. In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha dive deep into the profound wisdom of devotional rituals, revealing how they serve as a gateway to sacred time, purifying the heart and mind. Drawing from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam and the insights of Romanian religious scholar Mircea Eliade, they uncover the forgotten power of worship in breaking free from the constraints of ordinary perception.