E159 - Jaiya: The Ancient Practice That Turns Sexuality Into a Path for Awakening
World-renowned sexologist and Tantra teacher Jaiya reveals how sexuality, intimacy, and awakened pleasure can become powerful tools for healing, spiritual growth, and self-realization. We explore why society has shamed sex, how suppression distorts our relationship with our bodies, and how ancient Tantric practices can restore our connection to the sacred.You’ll learn how to harness your life force energy, expand your capacity for intimacy, transmute darkness into light, and unlock your unique Erotic Blueprint. Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfStart your free trial with Wix:https://bit.ly/3SXG2qKAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________0:00 Intro 2:14 Sexuality as a Path to Awakening3:59 Why Society Shames Sex6:46 The Link Between Distortion & Suppression 8:55 Coming Into Right Relationship with Sexuality12:04 We’re Missing Our on the “Symphony” of Intimacy 16:44 Why We Must Desexualize Our Mind20:22 Beauty & Subtlety of Awakened Pleasure 26:15 The Lineage of Tantra & It’s Doorway to the Divine32:55 Ad: Pique Life34:20 Tantra Isn’t Just Sex 39:48 How to Make Anything in Life Pleasurable43:52 Transmuting Darkness Into Light48:46 Ad: Wix50:41 Orgasms: Men vs Women58:39 Harnessing Your Life Force Energy1:04:49 Becoming a Multi-Orgasmic Man1:07:16 Erotic Blueprints: Your Archetype for Pleasure1:24:25 Eros vs Sexuality 1:28:43 Becoming Integrated with These Tools1:33:29 Rekindling Your Sex Life with a Longtime Partner1:38:49 The Synchronicity of Coming On This Show1:41:18 Practice to Bring This Into Your Life1:43:28 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/missjaiya/https://theblueprintbreakthrough.com/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com
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E158 - Tom Campbell: A Physicist’s Guide to Consciousness & The Purpose of Life
Physicist Thomas Campbell presents his groundbreaking Theory of Everything: a paradigm-shifting framework that unites science, philosophy, and spirituality under one fundamental principle: consciousness is the base of all reality.In this expansive conversation, Thomas breaks down the nature of consciousness, how we evolve through a simulated reality, and what it means to live in alignment with your purpose. He shares insights from his mystical experiences, out-of-body explorations with Bob Monroe, and how his theory resolves many of science’s biggest unanswered questions.Momentous Creatine - Use Code KNOWTHYSELF for Up to 35% Offhttps://www.livemomentous.comTry Nourish with Up to 36% Off:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfExplore the World of High-Quality Handpans:https://ayasainstruments.comAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________0:00 Intro 2:14 His Theory of Everything - A Paradigm Shift for Science8:25 What Consciousness Is at It's Fundamental Aspect21:15 How Consciousness Evolves: Inside the Simulation41:58 Discovering This Theory from a Mystical Experience 47:09 Ad: Momentous Creatine48:16 Sacred Geometry & Interpreting the Metaphor51:28 How the Theory Came Together & Showed No Flaw58:50 Working with Bob Monroe & Having Out of Body Experiences1:01:00 Purpose of Live & How to Tell If You're Living in Alignment1:10:20 2 Practices to Start on Your Aligned Life1:19:11 Existing in an Intuitive Space While Having Discernment1:25:22 Ad: Mudwtr Nourish 1:27:02 The Intellect Can't Grasp This, You Must Experience It1:31:31 What Is Real? Chakras, Paranormal Experiences, Nonphysical Tools1:42:20 Embracing the Illusion without Bypassing Being Human1:46:50 Ad: Ayasa Hand-Pans1:48:22 Enlightenment Through the Lens of His Theory1:53:48 Living Beyond Your Concepts2:02:00 How This Knowledge Transforms Our Life2:06:31 The Future of Humanity 2:24:19 What a Higher Age of Earth Looks LIke2:29:43 AI - It's Impact is Our Choice2:34:45 Aliens & NDEs: Things are Stranger Than We Think...2:44:30 Get Started Today2:48:35 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://www.my-big-toe.comhttps://www.instagram.com/tomcampbellmbt/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com
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E157 - Ky Dickens: “These Kids Are Telepathic!” This Reframes Consciousness Forever
In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking research behind The Telepathy Tapes—a project exploring the mysterious, often misunderstood phenomenon of telepathy. Ky Dickens unpacks the origins of the series and reveals a the scientific breakthroughs that challenge the boundaries of what we think is possible. We explore how consciousness, connection, and even love may play a role in how information is shared beyond words. From studies on animal communication to dream-based exchanges, this conversation opens the door to a deeper understanding of our inherent connectedness—and why telepathy may be just the beginning.Unlock your brain’s full potential FREE for 30 days by going to https://go.brain.fm/knowthyselfGo to https://boncharge.com/knowthyself and use coupon code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15%Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________0:00 Intro 2:15 The Mystery of Savant Syndrome7:02 How the Telepathy Tapes Came to Be11:25 New Breakthrough in Studying Telepathy19:25 Modern Science Limits this Research26:20 The Paradox of Studying the Invisible35:18 Ad: Brain.fm36:25 Consciousness & Our Inherent Connectedness41:50 Studying Telepathy in Animals46:29 How Information Travels Between People51:01 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy52:43 The Power of Love & Encouragement1:02:24 "Telepathy is Just the Tip of the Iceberg..."1:11:02 This Man Communicates through Dreams1:15:15 Addressing Doubts Around This Research1:21:17 We ALL Have the Potential for Telepathy1:26:02 Surrender Made the Telepathy Tapes Possible1:34:15 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://thetelepathytapes.comhttps://www.kydickens.com/https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com
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E156 - Joe Hudson: How to Embrace the Emotions You Resist & Find Lasting Freedom
Executive coach Joe Hudson unpacks the inner mechanics of human behavior, and how we can rewire our lives from the inside out. From learning how to feel our feelings to understanding the “three brains” that shape our experiences, Joe offers powerful frameworks for cultivating clarity, authenticity, and freedom. Joe reveals how triggers become opportunities for healing, why vulnerability is a superpower in leadership, and what it really takes to shift out of ego and into presence. BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% Try Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________0:00 Intro 1:30 Subtractive Development: More Results with Less4:08 Working with the 3 Brains that Dictate Our Lives7:08 How to Make Real Progress in Life10:50 Having the Courage to Feel the Feelings13:20 Raising Kids Who Are Comfortable Expressing Themselves19:30 Healing Triggers Somatically 24:26 What Emotional Clarity Feels Like29:03 The Golden Algorithm: Intelligent Design in Our Emotions 38:38 How the Voice in Your Head Runs Your Life45:49 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy47:27 Nonduality & Spiritual Growing Pains53:09 Best Way to Gain Emotional Awareness59:53 Relating to the Ego in a Healthy Way1:10:23 Ad: PiqueLife1:11:24 High Performers Listen to their Intuition1:13:03 How His Coaching Process Works1:15:25 What Defensiveness Reveals About Us1:18:29 People Pleasing: An Instant Reframe 1:22:25 Power of Apologies & Forgiveness1:29:32 The View Framework1:33:56 Expressing Real Vulnerability 1:44:07 Qualities of a Powerful Leader 1:56:36 Will AI Change How We Relate to Ourselves?2:06:15 Analyzing the People & Companies Building AI2:13:52 Experiment for Implementing This All Into Your Life2:14:55 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: Sign up for a complimentary transformation guide: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/Art of Accomplishment PodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6MjoHFfLmNgo0Msais7IJ2YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtofAccomplishmenthttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com
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E155 - Dr. K: How Eastern Wisdom & Neuroscience Unite to Unlock Human Potential
What if the key to healing, fulfillment, and inner peace isn’t found in choosing between science or spirituality, but in weaving the two together? In this conversation, Dr. K bridges the timeless wisdom of the East with the empirical insights of the West, exploring everything from attention and emotion to enlightenment, desire, and the true self. We dive into why so many feel lost in today’s world, how modern distractions suppress the soul, and what ancient traditions already knew about the mind and healing. From shadow work and mystical experiences to the deeper meaning of dharma and the illusion of the personality, this episode invites you to see yourself through a more integrated lens.Own Your Health with Function Health. Here's $100 off your membership:https://www.functionhealth.com/knowthyselfTry Nourish with Up to 36% Off:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________0:00 Intro 2:01 What Eastern & Western Science Lacks7:32 Knowledge vs Wisdom & Making True Change14:17 Opening Ourself Up to Deeper Knowing 20:00 Examining Who We Are At Our Core26:57 Mystical Experiences that Transform You36:40 Problem of Modern Distractions42:10 Practices for Cultivating a Concentrated Mind45:13 Ad: Function Health47:00 Your Attention is Being Bought54:09 The Spiritual Cost of a Suppressed & Distracted Mind56:55 Why So Many Young Men Struggle1:02:06 You’re Not Depressed, You’re Unhappy1:05:53 Ad: Mudwtr - Nourish1:07:15 The Foundation: Healing Deeper Wounds with Shadow work1:18:08 Create a “safe” environment for someone to heal1:20:50 False Gurus & Spiritual Hijacking 1:32:50 Karma & How Thoughts Hold You Back 1:40:12 Discerning the Intention Behind Actions1:47:06 The Paradox of Striving on the Spiritual Path1:54:00 spiritual practices for accumulating good karma 1:58:17 Reality of Intuition & Cultivating It2:04:19 Beneficial vs harmful chakra practices2:07:55 What is Enlightenment 2:13:54 How Samadhi Changes the World2:19:28 The Purpose of Earth & Waking Up 2:28:48 Defining Who We Are At Our Essence 2:32:45 Past Lives & Reincarnation 2:38:15 How Personality Relates to Awakening 2:40:20 Self Improvement vs Self Acceptance 2:43:29 Discovering & Living Your Dharma 2:55:04 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyGamerGGDr. K's Meditation Guide https://bit.ly/4a90rPX https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com
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