E148 - Vishen Lahkiani: The Formula for Thriving in a Changing World (Success, Intuition, & Fulfillment)
Vishen Lakhiani explores the profound shift humanity is experiencing and reveals why the old rules of hustle culture are no longer the path to true success. He lays out an 8 step formula for creating a life of alignment and fulfillment. He reveals how to redefine success on your own terms, embracing simplicity, and uncovering your unique edge in a rapidly changing world. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to better understand how they can thrive in this rapidly changing world.BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:15 The Definition of Success Is Changing6:32 Finding Our Unique Path to Fulfillment9:30 8 Rules: Simplicity is the Key to Success12:15 Wealth Comes from Opportunity15:12 Discovering Your Unique 'Edge'18:18 Following What You Love22:36 Unlearning the BS rules Society Tells Us 26:46 Demystifying & Strengthening Intuition35:52 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy37:16 Purpose & Prioritizing Self Growth41:02 What It Takes to Combine Purpose & Profit45:26 Formula for Attracting Abundance 52:18 Make Space for Calmness56:21 Hustle Culture is a Thing of the Past1:00:51 The Future of AI Is Here: How Will Life Change?1:10:47 What's Our End Goal As Humans?1:14:39 Human Genius: What Defines the 1%1:18:57 The Power of Community1:21:40 True Meaning of Spirituality1:28:25 Relating to the Ego11:29:49 What It Means to Know Thyself1:30:24 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/vishen/https://www.mindvalley.comhttps://www.vishen.comhttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX
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E147 - Zach Bush: 6 Powerful Lessons Nature Teaches Us About Being Human
Zach Bush unpacks how moving from individualism to interconnectedness can heal both ourselves and the planet. This episode delves into breaking the cycle of consumerism, remembering the innate intelligence of life, and embracing the changes that come with personal growth. Through powerful metaphors-like death as a way home to ourselves-and reflections on the seasonality of life, Zach reveals how stress and challenge are essential for true growth. This conversation offers a hopeful vision for the future and practical insights for coming home to ourselves and the earth.Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro1:39 From Individualism to Interconnectedness 7:12 Breaking the Cycle of Consumerism12:33 Remembering Our Innate Intelligence17:52 The Transformation Zach Has Been Going Through21:45 Metaphor of Death to Bring Us Home to Ourselves25:54 Embracing the Seasonality of Life33:30 Ad: PiqueLife36:40 Relationship Between Stress and Growth39:49 Unlocking Our Unique Dharma44:58 Creating Space for Stillness & Seeing the Beauty of Life53:18 Prevailing Message for Humanity57:47 Fear of Death Limits Our Capacity for Life1:03:00 Prediction for the Next 5 Years1:08:30 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/zachbushmd/https://zachbushmd.komi.io/https://intelligenceofnature.com/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=1&affid=460https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX
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E146 - Cory Muscara: Former Monk: “Stop Missing Your Life!” Here’s the Key To Lasting Happiness
Cory Muscara shares profound insights on achieving lasting happiness and fulfillment in the present moment. He discusses his transformative journey from awakening to monastic life, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from cycles of internal distress. Muscara challenges common misconceptions about meditation, urging listeners to confront rather than escape emotional pain. Throughout the episode, he offers practical strategies for tuning into inner wisdom and strengthening intuitive knowing. Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:39 Stop Missing Your Life9:00 Finding Fulfillment in the Present Moment13:43 Awakening & Becoming a Monk25:32 Breaking the Cycle of Internal Distress32:41 Stop Meditating Your Way Out of Emotional Pain41:40 AD: Pique Life Save 20% for Life45:46 The FACE Model - 4 Steps to Presence 51:04 Truth About Self Love57:13 The Desire for Safety Controls Your Life1:00:36 Practice to Tune Into Your Inner Knowing1:06:53 Commitment & Romantic Relationships1:27:42 Strengthening Your Intuitive Knowing1:31:25 IFS Process for Healing Stuck Parts of Yourself1:53:43 Finding Stability in Surrender1:58:00 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://corymuscara.comhttps://www.instagram.com/corymuscara/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX
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E145 - Dr. Theresa Bullard: Physicist Explores The Missing Link Between Alchemy & Quantum Mechanics
Dr. Theresa Bullard delves into the history of the split between physics and metaphysics, exploring its implications for our understanding of reality. She examines the laws of science that limit our perceptions and discusses her transformative shift from classical to quantum physics. She explains the mathematics of the universe, the 7 steps of the alchemical process, and how to embrace a quantum mindset. Try MUDWTR & Get Up to 43% off + a free frother:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:07 History of the Split between Physics & Metaphysics 7:32 Laws of Science that Limit Us10:54 Her Shift from Classical to Quantum Physics 17:00 The Implicate Order (New Science)27:00 Mathematics of the Universe31:41 (Mindset) Transcend Limitation, Embrace Quantum Possibility38:35 Embracing the Uncertainty of Life44:27 Ad: Mudwtr Save 43%46:05 How New Age Spirituality Mis-uses Quantum Terms56:53 The Science of Alchemy1:01:56 7 Steps of Alchemy (Personal Transformation) 1:17:28 Honoring Your Past While Moving Forward1:23:08 Our Inner Alchemical Process1:26:16 The Transformations that Shaped Her Life1:29:17 How Our DNA Evolves as we Awaken1:36:33 Science of Extra Sensory Perceptions1:46:36 Creating Coherence in Body, Mind & Soul1:51:29 Entrainment: Take Your Future Into Your Hands1:58:39 Practices to Becoming an Alchemist 2:05:12 Activate Your Divine Potential2:12:00 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://theresabullard.comhttps://modernmysteryschoolint.com www.quantumlearningacademy.co https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX
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E144 - Phillip Goff: Why Does The Universe Exist? Panpsychism, Fine-Tuning & Cosmic Purpose
Philosopher Phillip Goff explores the nature of consciousness, reality, and the complexities of the human experience. He dives deep into pan-psychism and its surprising intersection with mystic religions. Drawing from his decades of research, he speaks on our finely-tuned universe, meaning/ purpose of life, quantum mechanics, and the Many World’s Theory. The discussion culminates in a call to move beyond polarization and dogma in the pursuit of truth.Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro2:07 Where the Great Thinkers of the Past Went Wrong5:53 Does the Brain Produce Consciousness?9:50 The Problem with the Verification Principle12:20 Do Our Senses Mislead Us?15:26 Panpsychism & The Hard Problem of Consciousness22:56 Complexity of Human Consciousness 26:26 Can Mathematics Ever Explain Consciousness? 30:47 How the Brain Correlates to Conscious Experience 34:46 Why It’s So Hard to Solve This (Science is Asking the Wrong Questions) 38:33 Purpose & Meaning of Life40:26 Sentience in Objects, Plants, and Animals43:09 Where Panpsychism Meets Spirituality 46:38 An Ethical Structure to Reality49:42 Examples of How The Universe is Finely Tuned56:08 Making Sense of Life's Mystery 58:38 Teleological Laws of Nature1:02:13 Facing the Uncertainty of Reality 1:06:05 Examining Truth & Religion1:13:27 Addressing His Beliefs Around Christianity 1:25:13 The Mystical Side of Religions 1:32:53 Many World’s Theory & Multiverses1:44:19 Going Beyond Quantum Physics1:50:25 Beyond Polarization & Dogma, Seeking Truth1:56:28 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://philipgoffphilosophy.comhttps://amzn.eu/d/0O1FI6Ohttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyself.oneListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX
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