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Episodes
- Deep Psychology
Spiral Dynamics Stage Turquoise (#78)
Let's discuss Spiral Dynamics Stage Turquoise in depth, including the characteristics of this stage, how to identify it in yourself and others, and the…
- Deep Psychology
The HIGHEST Meaning of Easter (For Gnostics): Part 2 (#77)
In part 2 of this talk, we continue carefully describing the real meaning of easter, beyond superstition, myth, hearsay and history. In essence, Easter is…
- Deep Psychology
The HIGHEST Meaning of Easter (For Gnostics): Part 1 (#76)
In this two-part episode, we carefully describe the real meaning of easter: beyond superstition, myth, hearsay and history. In ultimate instance, Easter is one…
- Deep Psychology
How to Forge Success from Nowhere (#75)
Here I explain how to forge success from nowhere. I’ll share a method I’ve used many times, sometimes knowingly, sometimes unknowingly, to achieve great things…
- Deep Psychology
The Integral Approach to Depression (#74)
In this episode, I discuss what an integral approach to depression looks like. In short, any all-inclusive approach takes into account as many as factors as…
- Deep Psychology
My Depression Experience & Health System Anger (#73)
I share my experience of being diagnosed with depression and the severe weaknesses in the medical health system. I challenge our assumed, unconscious…
- Deep Psychology
How to Live Fearlessly: My Life-Changing Insight (#72)
Let's talk about how to live fearlessly. This is a hugely personal topic, and a hugely personal episode! I share my challenges with fear and resistance, and…
- Deep Psychology
Don't Settle for Mediocrity (#71)
Don't settle for mediocrity: In this episode, we talk about how to achieve excellence instead of being stuck in mediocrity. In my experience, I've observed…
- Deep Psychology
Modern Meditation is in a Mess (#70)
Learn what's wrong with modern meditation, why you're selling yourself very short by focusing on relaxation, and how to go deep with this practice. Train with…
- Deep Psychology
How to Stop Negative Self-Talk (#69)
Let's talk about how to stop negative self-talk... without having to stop it or alter it. You'll learn a mindfulness-based method that will show you deeply how…
- Deep Psychology
What Is Negative Self-Talk? (#68)
It's essential you start to clearly see your negative self-talk to live a fulfilling life. As we discuss here, negative self-talk is something we all…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 9w1 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 9w1 Type. The 9w1 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 9, but has significant 1 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 9w8 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 9w8 Type. The 9w8 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 9, but has significant 8 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 8w9 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 8w9 Type. The 8w9 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 8, but has significant 9 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 8w7 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 8w7 Type. The 8w7 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 8, but has significant 7 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 7w8 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 7w8 Type. The 7w8 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 7, but has significant 8 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 7w6 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 1w2 Type. The 7w6 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 7, but has significant 6 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 6w7 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 6w7 Type. The 6w7 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 6, but has significant 7 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 6w5 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 6w5 Type. The 6w5 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 6, but has significant 5 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 5w6 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 5w6 Type. The 5w6 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 5, but has significant 6 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 5w4 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 5w4 Type. The 5w4 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 5, but has significant 4 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 4w5 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 4w5 Type. The 4w5 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 4, but has significant 5 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 4w3 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 4w3 Type. The 4w3 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 4, but has significant 3 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 3w4 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 3w4 Type. The 3w4 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 3, but has significant 4 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 3w2 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 3w2 Type. The 3w2 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 3, but has significant 2 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 2w3 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 2w3 Type. The 2w3 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 2, but has significant 3 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 2w1 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 2w1 Type. The 2w1 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 2, but has significant 1 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 1w9 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 1w9 Type. The 1w9 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 1, but has significant 9 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Enneagram 1w2 Wing Type
Let's look at the key traits of the Enneagram 1w2 Type. The 1w2 describes someone whose personality is predominantly a 1, but has significant 2 traits. Next…
- Deep Psychology
Spiritual Walk v Spiritual Talk (#67)
Are you falling into the trap of reading about, talking about, fantasising about spirituality while never really making any progress? In this episode we…
- Deep Psychology
The Grand, Universal Human Illusion (#66)
This is the fundamental illusion we are all stuck in. Isn't it mind-blowing that something so basic and essential can be right before us, and we can spend our…
- Deep Psychology
Are Babies Highly Developed and Enlightened? (#65)
Today I discuss whether babies are enlightened, compassionate, self-expressive and altruistic, and whether they're the ultimate model for the human growth…
- Deep Psychology
Spiritual Enlightenment: The Damnedest Thing (#64)
Spiritual enlightenment is the damnedest thing: it's both better than you think and not at all what it's made out to be, it's shrouded in mystery, and there's…
- Deep Psychology
Nothing is Inherently Difficult to Learn (#63)
An unorthodox view of learning and mastery: nothing is inherently difficult to learn. Huh? I explain all. Next listen: How to Master Skills - The Key Factor…
- Deep Psychology
Glimpse Spiritual Enlightenment & Your True Self: Direct Method (#62)
Here I share a simple experiment you can use to glimpse your true self. This is a direct pointer to your real essence. It cuts through all your habitual…
- Deep Psychology
The Self Bias & Our Relationships (#61)
I want you to realise that you filter other people through your own self bias, meaning that your view of them is highly skewed and limited. Overcoming this…
- Deep Psychology
The Christian Cross & Its True Meaning (#60)
There is so much confusion around the Christian cross and what it means. In this episode, I discuss why it is really a pointer to your true self, your inner…
- Deep Psychology
Being a Layperson: Constant Fuel for Your Spiritual Path (#59)
I discovered during a short stay at a local monastery that being a monastic isn't all it seems, and that it's not necessary. In fact, being a layperson means…
- Deep Psychology
Being Soft And Sensitive Isn't Spiritual (#58)
I've found that many people believing being spiritual equates to being soft, sensitive and warm all the time. This is a big mistake, and we can't confuse…
- Deep Psychology
A Radical Way Through Stress & Busy-ness (#57)
How to remain present, centred and happy when your to-do list is full. This is a subtle but powerful technique that will change how you relate to busy-ness…
- Deep Psychology
Key Insights into the Shadow (#56)
I find Ken Wilber’s theory on the shadow to be refreshing, modern and complete. It far eclipses Freud’s theory, which focuses on childhood dysfunctions and…
- Deep Psychology
Psychotherapy on Spiritual Steroids (#55)
Today I’m sharing my view on how meditation can inform psychotherapy and take it to the next level. This isn’t only important if you are a therapist of any…
- Deep Psychology
How I Beat Boredom Forever (#54)
Today I discuss how I beat boredom forever. We discuss the problem of boredom and how it’s getting worse. We’ll talk about how it’s a vicious cycle that can…
- Deep Psychology
What is the Zone of Genius? (#53)
Let's talk about the Zone of Genius. In my previous episode we spoke about the Zone of Excellence and the upsides and downsides to it. This is when we feel…
- Deep Psychology
Enlightenment IS NOT Serious (#52)
Don't take it too seriously, nor too lightly. Both will block your progress. Here's the Sasaki Roshi quote: "All your problems go back to your belief that you…
- Deep Psychology
Are You Stuck in the Zone of Excellence? (#51)
Today, we’re going to discuss the Zone of Excellence. If you feel unfulfilled in your life, unappreciated at work, not fulfilling your potential, it may be…
- Deep Psychology
How Taking Acid Transformed Me (#50)
Today I want to share how taking acid has changed me. Psychedelic drugs aren’t just about seeing stuff or having a good time. If you use them with the right…
- Deep Psychology
The Great Curse of Meditation (#49)
Most people know, at least as an idea, that meditation is transformative. We’ve all heard snippets of scientific studies, most people have tried it at some…
- Deep Psychology
How to Be a Ruthless Autodidact (#48)
The ruthless autodidact is the person who can autonomously learn any subject or skill. They are masters at navigating the challenging path to mastery and…
- Deep Psychology
Anima and Animus: How to Make it 100% Inclusive (#47)
In researching the anima and animus, I discovered that it has caused much controversy when it comes to gender and identity. Some people have even started to…
- Deep Psychology
Jung's Anima and Animus Explained & New Definition (#46)
I love Jung’s concept of anima and animus because it shows us our psyche is much more complex than we think, particularly when it comes to our gender and…
- Deep Psychology
Tibetan Dream Yoga & Advanced Lucid Dreaming (#45)
Let’s talk about Tibetan Dream Yoga, one of the fundamental practices of Tibetan Buddhism, and the main techniques involved. I’ve called this advanced lucid…
- Deep Psychology
How to Lucid Dream (#44)
We’re going to talk about how to lucid dream. How do you have your first moments of lucidity? How do you stabilise them? What do you do in lucid dreams? What…
- Deep Psychology
What is Lucid Dreaming? (#43)
99% of people, 99% of the time, dream every night and have no idea that they’re dreaming. We believe our dreams as they are happening. We think they're real…
- Deep Psychology
The Shocking Truth About Dreams (#42)
Dreams are not random. They’re not a result of random neural firings. They don’t happen to you. They’re created by you and are a reflection of your hidden…
- Deep Psychology
Don't Stop Your Thoughts: Do This Instead (#41)
The idea that we must silence our thoughts in meditation is the biggest myth that exists. And it’s not just a myth: it prevents you from serious engagement…
- Deep Psychology
How to Deal With Envy (#40)
Let’s talk about how to deal with envious people. I’ve been the target of envy for most of the life. Yet until I informed myself about this emotion, I had…
- Deep Psychology
Expose Your Enviers: The 4 Telltale Signs of Envy (#39)
Let’s talk about the signs of envy, particularly in those most likely to feel it: friends, family and peers. It’s trickier to detect than most emotions. It’s…
- Deep Psychology
We ALL Have Personality Masks: Autistic & Neurotypical Masking (#38)
I wanted to clear up the topic of personality masking vs social masking vs autistic masking vs common masking because it seems there’s a lot of confusion out…
- Deep Psychology
How to Re-own Your Repressed Anger (#37)
Today we’re going to talk about how to reintegrate your repressed anger. In the last episode we spoke about what repressed anger is and how to spot it. Go…