Gregg Braden is back this week for a closer look at unlocking the potential hidden in our very DNA. He and André discuss the profound power of the human heart and the possibilities that unlock through heart-brain coherence. By merging spirituality and science, Gregg gives practical tools and insights for healing trauma, self-regulating your biology, and harnessing the quantum field.

This episode is a continuation of our last, where Gregg laid the foundation for where we are at as a collective, facing the battle between our very humanness and the development of super technology. Gregg now dives deeper into how we can use that human potential to optimize our well-being and live our most vibrant life.

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0:00 - Intro

4:33 - The Value of New Perspectives

7:15 - Heart Intelligence and Power

13:25 - The Heart’s Neural Network

20:40 - Heart-Brain Coherence

31:55 - Cellular Memory Transfer

37:18 - Heart’s Electromagnetic Field

39:40 - Transcending Time & Space in the Quantum Realm

50:15 - Entanglement, Connectivity & Prayer

53:48 - Essence of Humanity

1:01:05 - Harnessing Quantum Field Power

1:03:22 - Remote Viewing & Accessing the Field

1:05:37 - Mirror Neurons & The Power of Visualization

1:09:35 - Heart-Based Problem Solving

1:14:30 - Dealing with Anticipatory Grief

1:17:36 - Earth School

1:21:16 - Transforming Pain Into Purpose

1:29:20 - Trauma, Neuropeptides and the Body

1:34:13 - Personal Identity and Self

1:40:41 - Cultivating Heart Power

1:46:53 - Ancient Gnostic Jesus Discoveries

1:53:12 - Manifesting Our Inner Potential

1:53:02 - Closing Gratitude

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New York Times best-selling author and scientist Gregg Braden is internationally renowned as a pioneer in bridging science, spirituality and the real world. Following a successful career as a Computer Geologist during the 1970s energy crisis, he worked in the 1980s as a Senior Liaison with the U.S. Air Force Space Command. In 1991 he became the First Technical Operations Manager for Cisco Systems. Since 1986 Gregg has explored high mountain villages, remote monasteries, and forgotten texts to merge their timeless secrets with the best science of today. The author of 11 award-winning books published in 38 languages, Gregg has received numerous honours, including a 2016 nomination for the prestigious Templeton Award. He has shared his presentations with The United Nations, Fortune 500 companies, and the U.S. military, as well as in media specials aired throughout the world. 

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New York Times best-selling author and scientist Gregg Braden explains the bridge between science and spirituality and what it reveals about our true nature as humans. Gregg sets the stage by describing the most pressing issue we face as a species right now: the battle for our own humanity. He shares how the innovations in technology and movement towards transhumanism threatens to extinguish the beauty of what it means to be human before we even discover what that means. 

This conversation is an intriguing deep dive into that topic, revealing the danger of technology and the divine potential hidden in human DNA.

Gregg also discusses his theory on the true origin of homo sapiens: from debunking the theory of evolution to discovering hidden ancient civilizations. 

Be sure to tune into next week's episode for a continuation of this conversation and learn how to unlock your own true potential.

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Timecodes:

0:00 Intro 

2:32 The Battle for Our Humanity & Divinity

17:39 Technology's Promise and Danger 

26:12 The Profound Potential In Human Biology

33:42 DNA as a Pathway to our Divinity

38:55 How Technology Atrophies Our Brain & Biology

48:19 Better Help

49:35 Why Cloning Will Never Work 

54:16 The Preciousness That We Are 

58:29 True Implications of Evolving Technology

1:02:17 What’s Wrong with the Theory of Evolution 

1:11:41 The True Origins of the Human Species 

1:32:43 Humanity's Divine Ancestors (Proof Hidden in Our DNA!)

1:39:20 Simulation Theory & Cosmic Cycles

1:52:32 Mystery Hidden In The Moon & Earth's Core

2:04:56 Evidence of Advanced Ancient Civilizations 

2:15:36 Seeing the Bigger Picture of It All 

2:20:43 Conclusion

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New York Times best-selling author and scientist Gregg Braden is internationally renowned as a pioneer in bridging science, spirituality and the real world. Following a successful career as a Computer Geologist during the 1970s energy crisis, he worked in the 1980s as a Senior Liaison with the U.S. Air Force Space Command. In 1991 he became the First Technical Operations Manager for Cisco Systems. Since 1986 Gregg has explored high mountain villages, remote monasteries, and forgotten texts to merge their timeless secrets with the best science of today. The author of 11 award-winning books published in 38 languages, Gregg has received numerous honours, including a 2016 nomination for the prestigious Templeton Award. He has shared his presentations with The United Nations, Fortune 500 companies, and the U.S. military, as well as in media specials aired throughout the world. 

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Go to https://rb.gy/upd3es and use coupon code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15%. Rosicrucian Spiritual Teacher Dr. Robert Gilbert is back on Know Thyself this week for a deeper discussion into structuring the subtle body, awakening higher knowledge, and avoiding spiritual pitfalls. He and André discuss how to cultivate true sincerity on the spiritual path: a resonance that is essential for proper development and missing in many teachings. Robert shares his story of awakening and how he followed the messages that led him to his true destiny. He reveals how to cultivate a stronger inner vision to be able to have deeper clarity into your unique path and master self observation.  He also dives deep into merging wisdom from different spiritual traditions, decoding the mysteries of sacred geometry, and the strong significance of the number 12. André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ Timecodes: 0:00 Intro  2:29 How to Properly use Spiritual Knowledge  13:27 Spiritual Sincerity & True Resonance on the Path  22:30 Robert’s Story: From Military to Spiritual Teacher 38:46 Spiritual Experiences That Shifted His Perspective 44:00 Cultivating Conscious Vision: Backward Review Exercise  56:13 Decoding Messages in Our Dreams 1:01:26 Tools for Mastering Self Observation 1:10:07 Merging Wisdom From Different Spiritual Traditions 1:19:51 Harnessing the Potential of Sacred Geometry  1:31:26 What Cymatics Reveals About Us 1:35:16 Opening our Perception to Different Realities  1:40:23 Applying this Knowledge for Structuring Subtle Body 1:47:28 Significance of the Number 12  2:02:50 Reality of Birthing the New Golden Age  2:09:37 Conclusion ___________ Robert J. Gilbert Ph.D. is a former U.S. Marine Corps instructor in Nuclear­Biological-Chemical Defense, with over 30 years of research into both mainstream and holistic health methods. He holds a Ph.D. in International Studies, and contributed to the first academic textbook on Transformational Politics. Dr. Gilbert has extensively studied French methods of Vibrational Radiesthesia from the early 1900’s, sponsoring the translation of many rare texts into English for the first time. Dr. Gilbert was also the first non-­Egyptian to be granted Instructor status in the Egyptian system of BioGeometry®, founded by Dr. Ibrahim Karim of Cairo. Dr. Gilbert is currently the Director of the Vesica Institute for Holistic Studies in Asheville, North Carolina. He teaches both live and online courses, the latest of which is the Online series entitled Vibrational Testing and Healing. The Vesica Institute: https://www.vesica.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vesicainstitute/ ___________ Looking to Start a Podcast? Podcasting Course: https://www.podcastpurpose.com/ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ Meraki Media https://merakimedia.com https://www.instagram.com/merakimedia/

Try Magic Mind at https://magicmind.com/ANDREDUQUM20 - and use CODE: ANDREDUQUM20 at checkout (: In 2006, after a long battle with cancer, Anita Moorjani went into a coma, her doctor told her family that she had only a few hours left to live. During the 30 hours she spent in the coma, she had a profound near-death-experience where she was told the purpose of her life. In this episode, André sits down with her for an in depth explanation of what went on and the insights she gained from the experience. They discuss the root of all disease (and how we can heal ourselves with this knowledge), Anita’s perception of God and our true essence, reincarnation and much more. Anita provides practical tools and knowledge to help you live your most authentic life today and experience a more vibrant way of being. André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ Timecodes: 0:00 Intro

1:26 Life Before Cancer 

4:37 Facing Her Cancer Diagnosis 

16:56 How Inauthenticity Leads to Illness

23:42 Is It Your Fault? Taking Responsibility for Disease 

25:19 Facing Death & Going Into a Coma

28:36 Leaving Her Body & Awakening in the After-Life

35:28 What the 'Other Side' Is Like

41:30 The Moment My Purpose Was Revealed & Choosing to Come Back

47:27 Waking Up & Fully Recovering From Cancer

50:48 Sharing Her Experience with Others Afterwards

55:34 Reality of God & Our True Essence

59:08 What Happened After: Entering a New Way of Being

1:04:24 Actualizing Her Purpose Afterwards (Wayne Dyer, Book Deal, and Speaking)

1:11:15 Most Important Lessons I Learned in Death

1:16:23 How to 'Die' Before You Die

1:25:54 Truth About Time, Past Lives & Reincarnation

1:30:15 Secret to Overcoming Chronic Illnesses

1:32:58 Who You Are at Your True Essence

1:37:06 Making Choices from Love, Not Fear

1:39:50 Conclusion ___________ Anita Moorjani was born in Singapore of Indian parents, moved to Hong Kong at the age of two, and lived in Hong Kong until she moved to the United States in 2015. Anita worked in the corporate world for many years before being diagnosed with cancer in April 2002. Her fascinating and moving near-death experience (NDE) in early 2006 tremendously changed her perspective on life, and her work is now ingrained with the depths and insights she gained while in the other realm. She, and her miraculous story, were discovered by Dr Wayne Dyer who fostered her entrance into the world of public speaking, and urged her to write a book about her experience. And following his lead, Anita wrote her first book, Dying to be Me, and it reached the New York Times Best Seller list. Since then her two other books "What if this is Heaven" and "Sensitive is the New Strong" have reached significant acclaim. As a result of her NDE, Anita is often invited to speak at conferences and events around the globe to share her insights. From her Social Media channels to her live workshops, Anita demonstrates that she is the embodiment of the truth that we all have the inner power and wisdom to overcome even the most adverse situations. 'Dying to Be Me' Book: https://amzn.to/3HvGSTy Join Anita live ~ https://anitamoorjani.com/upcoming-events Join Anita online: https://amsanctuary.com ___________ Looking to Start a Podcast? Podcasting Course: https://www.podcastpurpose.com/ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

Bestselling author & dating expert Matthew Hussey reveals how to eliminate the blocks in your love life and magnetize your dream partnership. Matthew explores the balance between developing dating competency and doing the inner work to become a match to what you desire. He reveals the #1 reason people keep falling for emotionally unavailable individuals and how to choose the person who will be your perfect fit.  Matthew shares the 4 crucial steps to finding and identifying 'the one', explaining how to clarify non-negotiables and be sure about the person you're choosing. He also gives advice for healing heartbreak, accessing vulnerability, and navigating personal growth in relationship. André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ Timecodes: 0:00 Intro  2:10 Becoming Competent AND Magnetic in Dating  7:25 The True Secret to Attracting Your Dream Partner 14:26 Why You Keep Falling in Love with Emotionally Unavailable People 22:39 The Power of Partnership for Inner Growth 34:14 Accessing Our Vulnerability in Relationships 37:38 4 Crucial Steps to Find "The One"  43:51 Identifying Your Non-Negotiables & What You TRULY Want 56:40 The #1 Way to Heal Heartbreak  1:05:33 Inside "Love Life", A Guide to Navigating Relationships 1:10:46 The Value of Being Alone 1:11:22 What Men & Women Don't Understand About Each Other 1:16:08 What Chronic Pain Taught Me 1:23:35 Conclusion ___________ Matthew Hussey is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and coach specializing in confidence and relational intelligence. His YouTube channel is number one in the world for love life advice, with over half a billion views. He writes a weekly newsletter and is the host of the podcast Love Life With Matthew Hus­sey. Hussey provides monthly coaching to the members of his private community, Love Life Club. Over the past fifteen years, his proven approach has inspired millions through authentic, insightful, and practical advice that not only enables them to find love but also feel confident and in control of their own happiness. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthewhussey/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/gettheguyteam Website: https://matthewhussey.com Pre-Order "Love Life": https://matthewhussey.com/lovelifebook-announce/ ___________ Looking to Start a Podcast? Podcasting Course: https://www.podcastpurpose.com/ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ Meraki Media https://merakimedia.com https://www.instagram.com/merakimedia/

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/KnowThyself and get on your way to being your best self. Garrain Jones reveals how to tap into your true vibration, heal your inner child, and live your most powerful life. It's been over a year since our last episode together where Garrain shared his journey of going from prison, to homeless, to millionaire. In this episode, we dive deeper into the real way to make change in your life and become your own success story. Garrain and André discuss our broken connection to the inner child and how this has caused so much pain and premature aging into adulthood. Garrain gives practical tools and reframes on how to flip this - explaining the tips that have changed countless of his clients lives.  Garrain also dives into his powerful journey of becoming a devoted husband and father, revealing the true value of aligned partnership. He also discusses the value of safe spaces, vulnerability, and the best way to change the world. André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ Timecodes: 0:00 Intro  2:33 Our Broken Connection to the Inner Child  8:33 Restoring Our True Vitality 15:00 The Antidote to Playing Small   21:54 Creating Friendships & Safe Spaces 31:07 Community is the New Currency 34:38 Tuning Into Who You Truly Are 37:18 Your Personal Permission Slip  47:19 Cultivating the Courage to Be Vulnerable 57:43 The Best Way to Change the World 1:03:04 Be Aware of 'Leaky' Energy 1:05:53 Power of Becoming a Devoted Partner 1:11:59 Thriving in Relationship: Masculine/Feminine Dynamics 1:23:30 Being a Better Parent to the Next Generation 1:28:09 Guided Sound Experience 1:32:01 Conclusion ___________ Garrain Jones is an author, public speaker, and mentor. His mission is to create a safe space for people to discover the gifts that already live inside of them, so they can use those gifts to produce extraordinary results in their lives. He leads retreats, workshops, 1:1 coaching, has spoken in over 60 countries, and is a best-selling author. Garrain went from $200,000 in debt, living in his car for 2.5 years and being an ex-convict to impacting millions, earning millions, and living a life without regrets. He believes it’s possible for everybody to overcome their life’s obstacles and manifest the life they really want. He teaches others how to discover what is blocking them from living an extraordinary life by implementing practical strategies and tools that transformed his life for the better and are changing millions of lives globally. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garrain.jones/ Website: https://garrainjones.com Book, "Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life": https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734155507 Our Last Episode: https://youtu.be/79njWCCJcao?si=lLUOJYkGHG9r6cqU ___________ Looking to Start a Podcast? Podcasting Course: https://www.podcastpurpose.com/ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ Meraki Media https://merakimedia.com https://www.instagram.com/merakimedia/

Max Lugavere dives deep into the essential factors that contribute to living a longer and thriving life. Drawing from his extensive knowledge and expertise, Max shares invaluable insights on the foods to avoid, uncovering the detrimental impact they can have on our health and longevity. He sheds light on the critical importance of proactive measures to prevent chronic diseases, empowering you to take charge of your well-being. 

Max emphasizes the transformative power of incorporating movement throughout the day, highlighting its positive effects on longevity and overall vitality. He explores the intricate relationship between sleep, circadian rhythm, and optimal eating windows, revealing how these factors can profoundly impact our health-span. 

Max also delves into the profound significance of discovering our personal "why" for healthy living, igniting a sense of purpose and commitment to long-term well-being.

André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books

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Timecodes:

0:00 Intro

1:34 A Vision for A Brighter, Healthier Life

3:50 Health Span vs Life Span

12:44 How the Food Industry Tricked Us

21:56 The Danger of Ultra-Processed Foods 

28:12 3 Diet Changes That Make a Big Difference

33:04 Can a Plant-Based Diet Work?

36:56 Turning Knowledge into Real Change

46:19 Circadian Rhythm & Eating Windows

53:35 Optimizing Your Sleep 

1:05:55 Easily Burn Calories Throughout the Day

1:15:58 Toxins in Our Environment

1:26:51 Doing the Best with What you Have

1:30:12 Finding Your “Why”

1:38:05 Importance of Community 

1:41:35 Learning Through Relationship 

1:45:07 Conclusion 

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Max Lugavere is a health and science journalist, filmmaker, and bestselling author. He is the author of the Genius trilogy of books, including the New York Times bestseller Genius Foods and the Wall Street Journal bestseller Genius Kitchen. He hosts The Genius Life podcast, one of the top health and wellness podcasts in the U.S, and has an audience of over 1.5 million followers across social media. His contributions to programs like The Rachael Ray Show, The Today Show, PBS’s Brief but Spectacular, and The Doctors, along with features in VICE, Fast Company, The New York Times, People Magazine, and CNN, and appearances on The Joe Rogan Experience and The Diary of a CEO, have made him a respected and well-known voice in the field. An engaging speaker on relevant health and wellness topics, Lugavere regularly leads keynote talks and corporate seminars around the world.

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Matías De Stefano shares his personal experiences and profound insights on living heaven on earth, awakening, and creating a life of abundance. On the spiritual path it is essential to learn how to also thrive in this material world, Matías speaks to this - opening up about his personal relationship to money, how he went from survival to success, and what most people are missing about manifestation. He also reveals what it's like to channel and how he discerns between what's imagination vs reality.

Matías shares the loneliness he has experienced on the spiritual path and how he's found meaning after coming back from such profound experiences. Him and André also discuss what the future holds for humanity in terms of AI, technology, and a new age.

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0:00 Intro

1:44 How to Live Heaven on Earth, Today

12:29 Transcending the Mind, Awakening to the Magic

21:17 What It's Like to Be a Channel

26:51 Discerning Between Reality and Imagination 

33:06 Original Purpose of the Pyramids 

44:10 The Loneliness of Spiritual Awakening

53:28 Why Laughter is Essential

59:54 How Matías Makes Money 

1:06:40 The Key to Manifesting Money

1:17:52 The "Self-Made Person" is a Myth

1:30:30 Why the 1% Shouldn't Stop You From Making Money

1:42:27 Finding Your Unique Way to Thrive 

1:46:59 How Past Lives Inform Present Relationships

1:54:15 What the Future Holds: AI, Technology & A New Age

2:14:48 Conclusion

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At the age of 21, Matías De Stefano began to transmit his particular vision of understanding reality, helping thousands of people to have a different perspective of our environment and ourselves. His philosophical worldview can be translated as: “Heaven on Earth.” It is a concept explaining how we are creators of our own reality, as well as giving us the tools to be able to transcend it. He is currently developing new materials to help us understand the world and our role in it.

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Today we are joined by the Cosmic Skeptic, Alex O'Connor, for a fascinating look into philosophy, atheism, and the pursuit of an ethical life. Alex has gained recognition for his unique perspective on reality, which he interprets through the lenses of materialism and agnosticism. This makes for an intriguing conversation as André and him engage in a deep dive into various topics.

The discussion revolves around their viewpoints on God, religion, consciousness, and morality. They dissect the potential dangers of intellectualizing and its impact on our understanding of the world. Furthermore, they tackle an interesting question: can the study of ethics lead to an individual becoming more ethical in their actions?

Alex also shares his thoughts on near death experiences, artificial intelligence, and facing the fear of death.

André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books

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Timecodes:

0:00 Intro 

1:36 What it Means to Live a "Good" Life 

5:37 Defining Meaning and Purpose 

9:34 What Makes Something Bad or Good 

14:15 The Balance of Open Mindedness 

16:03 Atheism & Theism: Where's the Line? 

18:30 Is God Dead? Being an Agnostic vs Atheist

21:10 The Ignorance of Belief 

24:35 Distinguishing Between Wisdom & Knowledge 

30:35 What is God? 

34:41 How Studying Theology Changed Alex's Perspective

39:53 Religon & Tribalism: Why We're Afraid of Opposing Opinions

45:35 What It Looks Like to Live Ethically

49:44 The Danger of Over-Intellectualizing 

58:37 Materialism Facing off with Consciousness

1:03:09 Are Near Death Experiences Real?

1:08:38 Why The Fear of Death is Valuable

1:24:09 The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

1:26:38 Why He's Changed His Mind on Consciousness

1:28:18 Making the Most of Our Lives 

1:30:19 Conclusion

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Alex J. O’Connor is founder of the “Cosmic Skeptic” YouTube channel, podcast and blog, platforms dedicated to the publication of philosophical ideas and debates in an accessible format.

A graduate of philosophy and theology from St. John’s College, Oxford University, Alex is an international public speaker and debater, having delivered addresses across multiple continents at conferences, universities, and local drinking groups, as well as debated ethics, religion, and politics with a number of high-profile opponents before college audiences, on radio talk shows and on national television.

Alex’s online videos have been collectively viewed around fifty million times, attracting over 500,000 people to subscribe to his regular content. He has produced videos with notable experts in respected fields, such as Peter Singer, Richard Dawkins, Bishop Robert Barron, and William Lane Craig.

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On this episode of Know Thyself Podcast we are joined by Paramahamsa Vishwananda, for an intriguing conversation on the reality of self realization, samadhi, and performing miracles. He shares his story of awakening at a young age, revealing the divine interactions with Mahavatar Babaji that shaped his life forever. He reveals what lies at the heart of humanity's search for happiness, and how we can make every day heaven on Earth. He discusses the truth about being a guru: from spiritual ego, experiencing anger, and the importance of the guru. Andre and Paramahamsa Vishwananda also discuss achieving harmony in romantic relationships, aligning ourselves to the will of the Divine, and finding your own unique path of self realization.

André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books

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Timecodes:

0:00 Intro

1:38 Humanity's Search for Happiness

5:27 Self Realization & Exploring the True Nature of Self 

8:06 Shift from the Mind to the Heart

16:01 Parmanhansa’s Spiritual Lineage

19:47 The Journey of Our Souls' Awakening

24:46 What Comes After Self-Realization & Making Paradise Here and Now

27:58 Childhood Awakening through Mahavatar Babaji

39:33 Who Mahavatar Babaji Is

40:54 Discernment on the Spiritual Path

43:49 Experiencing Samadhi & Cosmic Consciousness

48:37 Being Initiated into Kriya Yoga

49:50 Becoming a Guru & Performing Miracles

52:47 Navigating Ego Traps as a Guru

54:06 The Role of a Guru 

55:15 Do you Experience Anger?

57:37 Devoting Ourselves to Something Greater

59:55 Balance of Effort and Grace

1:02:03 Achieving Fearlessness on the Spiritual Path

1:05:01 The Spiritual Ego's Slippery Slope

1:08:36 Divine Design: The Greater Plan of Consciousness

1:10:57 Yogic Lineages: What Draws Us to Certain Paths

1:18:49 Romantic Relationships on the Spiritual Path

1:21:25 Conclusion

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Paramahamsa Vishwananda is the founder of the international organisation known as ‘Bhakti Marga’, which means the ‘path of devotion’. It is through Love and with Love that Paramahamsa Vishwananda has inspired a global community to share His wisdom, teachings and spiritual practices with the world.

All of Bhakti Marga’s efforts and offerings are dedicated to supporting His mission of awakening bhakti in everyone to live a life of devotion to God.

Website: https://paramahamsavishwananda.com

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Steven Pressfield, author of “The War of Art” shares how to tap into your creativity and unlock your full potential as an artist. He discusses the source of inspiration, sharing how he views ‘the Muse’ and how we can fine tune ourselves to tap into it more. He unpacks how to find your voice as an artist and know yourself through each piece of work. 

He discusses the #1 thing that keeps creators from achieving their potential: fear. Explaining that fear is a sign that we’re on the right path, and how we can transform this fear into a masterpiece.

Him and André also discuss what distinguishes an amateur from a pro, balancing business and creativity, and our responsibility as artists to share our work.

André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books

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Timecodes:

0:00 Intro 

2:04 The Responsibility of Sharing our Art

4:55 Discovering Ourselves Through Creativity

9:33 The Muse: Tapping into the Source of Inspiration

15:52 Finding Your Creative Voice

19:16 Facing Off With Resistance & Fear

27:30 The Art That Surprises You

28:53 Why Talent Doesn’t Matter

30:22 How to Get Out of Your Own Way

34:25 Why We Secretly Fear Success

41:22 Finding Courage to Follow Your Dreams 

50:10 Destiny vs Free Will

52:48 Feeling Lost? Here's How to Find Your Way

55:11 How Steven Struggled His Way to Success

1:03:55 When "the Lightening" Strikes

1:06:13 Go From Amateur to Pro

1:11:34 Selling & Marketing Your Artwork

1:17:22 Refining: Reducing A Piece to it’s Maximum

1:19:11 Prayer to the Muse: Setting Intentions for Creating

1:23:01 The Daily Pressfield: A Guide to Completing Great Work

1:30:54 Does the Self Doubt Get Easier?

1:31:54 Why We Must Share our Art

1:33:09 Dharma and Creativity

1:34:50 Conclusion

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Steven Pressfield is the author of The Legend of Bagger Vance, Gates of Fire, Tides of War, Last of the Amazons, Virtues of War, The Afghan Campaign, Killing Rommel, The Profession, The Lion's Gate, The War of Art, Turning Pro, Do the Work, The Warrior Ethos, The Authentic Swing, An American Jew, Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t, and The Knowledge.His debut novel, The Legend of Bagger Vance, was adapted for screen. A film of the same title was released in 2000, directed by Robert Redford and starring Matt Damon, Will Smith and Charlize Theron.His father was in the Navy, and he was born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, in 1943. Since graduating from Duke University in 1965, he has been a U.S. Marine, an advertising copywriter, schoolteacher, tractor-trailer driver, bartender, oilfield roustabout, attendant in a mental hospital and screenwriter. His struggles to earn a living as a writer (it took seventeen years to get the first paycheck) are detailed in The War of Art, Turning Pro, The Authentic Swing, Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t, and The Knowledge.There's a recurring character in his books, named Telamon, a mercenary of ancient days. Telamon doesn't say much. He rarely gets hurt or wounded. And he never seems to age. His view of the profession of arms is a lot like Pressfield's conception of art and the artist:"It is one thing to study war, and another to live the warrior's life."

Steven’s New Book “The Daily Pressfield”: https://stevenpressfield.com/books/the-daily-pressfield/

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