Alive And Aligned

What lies beyond material success? If you grew up in the Western world, there's a good chance you were convinced of the importance of external achievement, and how it's supposed to bring lasting happiness. There are some who make it to that level of success, only to realise that more achievement won't bring them the fulfilment they were promised. So, what to do? In this episode, Pete tells a story about the entrepreneur's journey to find something more - the pursuit of true happiness & fulfilment in life. If you're someone who has achieved a solid level of financial success - more than enough to cover all your needs, but still feel like there's something missing in your life - this one's for you.   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne 

How do we optimise for happiness & connection, along with business success?   Tarush Aggarwal is the CEO & founder of 5X, a multi million dollar company, is one of the leading experts on empowering businesses to make better data-driven decisions. His unique style of business leadership mixes rational problem solving with intuition, simplicity & connection to something greater.   Originally from India, Tarush moved to the USA for university, and after graduating became one of the first data engineers in Silicon valley while at Salesforce.com. Most recently he led Data for WeWork, where he built a 100-person data group supporting 12k+ employees to use data at scale. With his startup "5X" he is on a mission to help any company in the world become a data company. This is a man who is rewriting the Type A playbook on how to build a startup. Tarush now prides himself on how little he works, and has made the transition to "less is more" - moving from 12 hour work days to only a few hours a day as needed. Tarush is also passionate about creating communities, and is planning a project in the future which will harness all of his skills to provide an alternative for the broken systems of today's social media - ie. one that actually facilitates authentic connection. This interview will give you an insight into the brain of a man who is not just rewriting the playbook on how companies can scale using data, but also how to build a startup while thriving in all other areas of your life. In this episode, we cover: Tarush's backstory of moving from India to USA, and having success as one of the world's first Data Engineers. His synchronistic story of landing in Bali just before borders closed for Covid How the old education system is no longer relevant in today's business world How "Data for companies" works (in layman's terms) Tarush's 3 rules for business success Changing from "working hard" to "working less & smarter" Why today's social media doesn't assist authentic connection & the importance of community in today's world. How to find out if a new city or location is right for you to live in Advice for founders who want to build companies in a more balanced & regulated way. Visit 5X's website: www.5x.co   Connect with Tarush on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarushaggarwal/   Follow Tarush on IG: @iamtarush   Connect with Pete on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-byrne-624939205/   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne 

In this "Aligned Moment", Pete & Jen explore the 3 most potent & efficient techniques Jen has found & used to help thousands of people heal from chronic fatigue & anxiety.   They dive into the stories behind these powerful techniques & how they have positively impacted Jen's life. There is even a live singalong with a song about the "Inner Critic"!   Jen is a Nervous system practitioner & co-founder of Somia International, a school dedicated to helping people heal from unresolved trauma & chronic symptoms.   This clip is packed with relatable anecdotes & stories about the healing journey, and will open a door to what is possible on your path to wellness! (From Ep.40 "Healing The Root Cause" with Jen Mann) Follow Jen on IG @iamjenmann    Check out Jen's work @somiainternational Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne

"When will I reach the end of 'the struggle' and finally be able to enjoy life?" In this episode, Pete explores the different stages of the "Healing Journey" - which can feel like a never-ending endeavour. He describes observations from his work with his clients along various stages of this process - as they let go of their old ways & created a life more authentic & true to themselves. He uses an analogy of being "in the tunnel" to describe the process of outgrowing your old life & network, but still being unsure of the path forward. If you feel fed up, sick of the personal development journey and just want to "be ok" & enjoy life again, this episode will hopefully provide a light at the end of the tunnel & give you the motivation to keep moving forward, one day at a time!   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne   

Jan-Willem van der Heiden is the Warrior coach. In this episode you will meet a lifecoach & boxer who blends the power of "mindset work" with the tool of "getting punched in the face" to build embodied resilience in men & women! Jan-Willem's passion for fighting stemmed from being bullied as a kid and struggling with anxiety, which affected how he showed up in life. Through finding boxing & personal development & embodying his inner Warrior, he's been able to follow his passion in life, become a successful entrepreneur and find his dream woman. His stats are impressive - 15 years of boxing all over the world, including third place in the Sanda (Chinese Boxing) world championship. Jan has been running his warrior coaching programs for 3 years, including 10 sold out "fight club" containers - where men have the space to face & overcome their greatest physical challenges yet. In this episode, Pete & Jan explore: Jan's story of going from depressed, isolated & scared to becoming the Warrior coach Pete's experience of getting punched in the face by Jan The importance of a somatic component as part of the personal growth journey How Jan has approached the limitations of online space for somatic work Jan's story of pursuing his passion to play a musical instrument Some inspiring stories from Jan's "Fight Club" containers How do the principles of the Warrior translate into Jan's intimate relationship? Get ready to learn the transformative power of getting punched in the face!   Visit Jan's Website: https://www.thewarrior.coach/   Follow Jan on IG: @janwillemvanderh   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne 

People Pleasing is a pretty rough character trait to live with.   The "Nice Guy/ Nice Girl" pattern is insidious - it seeps into every area of life & distorts our perception of the world.   At some point along the way, the people-pleaser took on the false belief that they're some kind of burden on others & must overgive & self-sacrifice in order to receive their basic needs.   This pattern can get so bad that, in an act of trying to remain consistent with self, they turn it into a badge of honour (think "the saviour" or "the empath").   These false identities perpetuate toxic relationships, which continue to leave the pleaser feeling burnt out, worthless…and most of all, "correct" in their belief that they are the victim.   In this episode, Pete dives into his own lived experience of this seemingly harmful but ultimately destructive pattern. He uses a fun analogy of a rather unique "Exchange Bureau" to describe how ridiculous the unconscious behaviour of the people pleaser really is.   He explores the solution to people-pleasing,  a reframe that may help you understand the source of these problems - and a path forward.   Remember - Just by existing, you deserve to have your needs met,.."just cos" ;) Books referenced: "The Disease to Please - Curing the People Pleasing Syndrome - Harriet B. Braiker "No More Mr Nice Guy" - Robert A. Glover   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne   

In this interview, Pete shares the in-depth story of his very normal upbringing in Ireland to becoming a professional musician travelling the world. He dives into how he became a coach & breathwork facilitator, and how he has now found a way to cross his passions for music & personal development into one unified "North Star". (Original episode -  "Claiming Your Deepest Truth" from Heart Of Man Podcast w/Alex Lehmann Follow Alex on IG @alexlehmann_ Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne

In this "Aligned Moment", Pete & Jess Magic write a completely freestyle song live on the show.   Jess is well known for coming up with amazing, heartfelt impromptu songs at her concerts. She tunes into the vibe of the audience, and comes up with music & lyrics that encapsulates the energy of whatever present in the room.   Jess shares about how one of her first freestyled songs changed a stranger's life - and this leads to the emergence of a new impromptu song in the moment on the podcast.   This clip is an example of two artists "getting out of the way" and letting the spirit of music flow through in true aligned collaboration!   Prepare to be touched & inspired by this new "Alive & Aligned" theme song :) (From Ep.28 "Liberating Your Voice" w/ Jess Magic) Follow Jess on IG @yesjessmagic Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne

Rich Adrian-Smith is the co-founder of GoggleSoc, an 8 figure business in the ski industry. He is a father, a nervous system practitioner & coach who helps people find their life purpose.   On paper, Rich had all the boxes ticked - after quitting the corporate finance world and co-founding a booming startup which allowed him to travel & go skiing around the world. But under the hood, there were bigger issues at play. As COO of his company, he had a very stressful position, fulfilling orders & making sure the expanding operations of the company kept up with global demand. Over time, his suppressed emotions, overwhelm from the workload, very high expectations of himself and years of burning the candle at both ends pushed him to the limit and into the depths of a burnout.   This is when Rich stumbled upon Breathwork and his life was forever changed. After his very first session, he was finally able to feel again what it was like to be relaxed and peaceful. An inner flame was lit which sparked a journey to follow his calling.   Rich met Pete in Bali during his practitioner training at Breathwork Bali - where he became a coaching client of Pete's and crafted an action plan for bringing this work to the world. Rich is now living in British Columbia, Canada with his wife and 2-year-old son. There, he helps high achievers live a life of purpose, passion and fulfilment through purpose coaching and facilitated breath repatterning.   In this podcast we explore: The story of Rich co-founding a multi-million dollar company The inner wounds & patterns of behaviour that led him to burnout How his son Benji has taught him a new way of living Why embodiment is often the missing piece on the "healing journey" How FBR Breathwork opened a whole new world for Rich. His experience & big takeaways from working with Pete.   Follow Rich on IG @richadriansmith   Check out GoggleSoc www.gogglesoc.com Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne  

In this "Aligned Moment", Adam Mahmoud guides you into the innate wisdom of your body.    The heart space has been proven to contain approx 40,00 neurons & is considered a "Little Brain" with a nervous system of its own.   This guided meditation will reset your body & bring you into a deep state of love & gratitude! (From Ep.30 "Unlocking Your Sacred Weapon" w/ Adam Mahmoud) Follow Adam on IG @adam_mettayoga Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne  

  Is it time to re-write "who you are"?   In this solo episode, Pete shares a story about his old subconscious identity (a "performer"), and how it was secretly limiting him from what he truly wanted in life - to write & release his own music. He describes how when he created a new inner identity, magical things started to happen around him…   The episode contains some simple prompts for getting clear on old identities or stories that may be holding you back - and how to create a new version of you that will bring you closer to a life of purpose & fulfilment!   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne 

"This is by far one of the most profound interviews I have ever done. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did." Rosanna Billé is a woman who defies all the odds.  She is an ultra marathon athlete & a mother of two - a woman with a powerful mindset and philosophy for life Rosanna has lived a series of fascinating life chapters all over the world: From advocating for children & women's rights in Pakistan - to being a lifecoach on a remote island in Sweden (accessible only by rowing boat) - to her & her young family embarking on a remarkable journey of sailing around the world for 5 years.   Rosanna has since emerged out of motherhood as an inspiring and unstoppable ultra marathon athlete, despite being told by a surgeon in her early twenties that she would never run long distance again. She has defied the odds to achieve extraordinary feats in triathlon, ultra swimming, cycling and running. Rosanna's unwavering dedication earned her qualification for the Ironman World Championships, and she combines her love for ultra marathon with a passion for paying it forward by dedicating each ultra challenge to a worthy cause.   Rosanna's latest event, a self sufficient multi-day Ultra running race in Kenya, covered over 230 km at elevation and altitude. Despite sustaining a significant knee injury and losing her toe nails, Rosanna went on to be the first female to complete this race, doing so to raise funds for rhino conservation. This episode is a story of resilience, discipline, and connection, and you will undoubtedly finish this episode feeling deeply touched & inspired! –-    JOIN ROSANNA! If you are moved by this interview & Rosanna's story, I invite you to join her journey and become a sponsor for her upcoming ultramarathon. She is currently preparing for her next monumental challenge — Desert Ultra 2024 — a 250km ultramarathon in Namibia, Africa. This is a race infamously known to be one of the toughest ultras in the world. She will be using this marathon as a platform to raise funds and awareness for children battling brain cancer. If you are interested in sponsoring Rosanna's ultramarathon or would like more information, please contact her directly at: rosannamorani@icloud.com. Your support will not only be a support for her figure of determination and resilience but will also make a meaningful difference in the lives of children battling brain cancer. Rosanna looks forward to partnering with you on this incredible journey and witnessing the impact that can be created together! Follow Rosanna on IG @saltgypsymama   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne  

We are not taught how to figure out & effectively communicate our basic needs. However, these core needs impact every area of life. They are at the basis of all human behavior.   Being able to understand & apply this simple wisdom has been easily the most valuable "low hanging fruit" life skill Pete has learned for getting what you truly want in life. In the episode, he brings in a fun analogy to demonstrate the ridiculousness of how most people go about getting their needs met. He explores:   - What are some basic needs that all humans have? - How an inability to know & communicate your needs leads to most of the disagreements & arguments you may encounter in business & relationships. - What is the true impact of never effectively learning to understand your basic needs? - Pete's favourite resources for learning more about "needs" & how to apply this knowledge to your own life.   This episode is a great blueprint and will hopefully help you greatly uplevel your quality of communication, and thus quality of life in all areas!   Books referenced: "Non-Violent Communication" Marshall Rosenberg "Never Split the Difference" Chris Voss   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne 

'If you could create any version of yourself - what would you create?"   In this episode, Pete is joined by his "Escape & Arrive" co-writer Daniel Winn, as they reveal the story behind their musical collaboration with German personal development brand @LoveLifePassport. As they break down this "Brand Anthem" & explore the deeper messages behind the song - Pete & Daniel show how music can be a powerful tool, both for inspiring people AND growing a business!   In the episode, they dive into: - How their collaboration with LoveLifePassport came to be. - What is a "Brand Anthem", and how can music be used as a tool for transformation? - How did their own life journeys influence the story of "Escape & Arrive"? - Why convincing the LoveLifePassport team to sing on this track was a total gamechanger!! - Why having mentors & a like-minded tribe is invaluable on your personal growth journey. - Why a "Brand anthem" is an efficient marketing & retargeting tool This episode opens with an acoustic performance of the track, & closes with an exclusive listen to the single.   Listen to this track on Spotify "Escape & Arrive" by LoveLifePassport, Pete Byrne & Daniel Winn.   Find out more about getting your own "Brand Anthem" for your company - Email Daniel@AwakenEdutainment.com or Pete@AwakenEdutainment.com Watch Pete & Daniel's comedy theatre production "Conscious the Musical" for free at www.consciousthemusical.com   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne    Follow Daniel on IG @daniel.j.winn  

James Alexander is model, content creator, coach, fitness trainer, founder of Balm retreats & star of the UK TV show "Written in the Stars". James grew up a very free child on a compound in the Saudi Arabian desert, until the pressures of young adulthood pushed him into the golden handcuffs of the corporate world.  But, sick of feeling miserable & trapped in his office job, he left this prison of "perceived safety" to go out on his own & create a life of purpose & fulfilment. He now runs a retreat business in Bali, combining astrology with health & wellness, which he founded to help others create a life of travel & happiness. He is a man of many hats - spending his time modelling, creating content on both sides of the camera & living a picturesque life. In this episode, we explore: How are we all actors - and what roles do we choose to portray to the world? The challenges James faced & what lessons he learned from his time on the TV show "Written in the Stars". Why knowing yourself better will help you show up more authentically in your relationships. What does it mean to be an "evolving" man? How can a man's vulnerability be his superpower? The hidden cost of pursuing external pleasures in life, Check out James's retreat business Balm https://balmworldwide.com/ Follow James on IG @james.alexanderr_   Follow Pete on IG @itspetebyrne