We’ve mastered how to fight. But no one ever taught us how to repair.In this raw, emotionally electric episode, Raj sits down with his brother-in-growth Alex King to unpack the real reason our relationships—romantic, professional, and personal—fall apart: unseen attachments and unconscious triggers.Raj reveals the invisible architecture behind every emotional reaction, conflict, and moment of disconnection—and how to rewire your nervous system, soften the ego, and build true safety in love.This is the deep inner work that leads to freedom, resilience, and unshakable peace. And once you learn how to repair… everything changes.🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn:The #1 relationship skill no one teaches—but every partnership needsHow to recognize when your inner child is running the showWhy “I’m sorry” is more powerful than you think (if it’s real)How to turn triggers into tools for transformationThe subtle difference between control and curiosityWhy your relationship to uncertainty shapes every decisionHow to shift from codependence to devotional loveA framework to feel safer, stronger, and more self-aware—starting nowIf you’ve ever asked, “Why do I keep reacting this way?”—this conversation is the answer.Connect with Raj:Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this captivating episode of Stay Grounded, host Raj Jana sits down with the remarkable Stephen Brooks, an ethnobotanist, permaculture teacher, passionate speaker and educator, and founder of thriving ecological communities Punta Mona, La Ecovilla, Tacotal and Alegria Village. He is also a co-founder of Envision Festival, an educational and conscious celebration in Costa Rica. A self trained ethnobotanist, specialist in exotic fruit trees and permaculture education, Stephen has taught over 40 Permaculture Design Courses in Costa Rica, Mexico, Guatemala and the US and last year he co-founded Ecoversity which is teaching permaculture and other Earth skills online. In this conversation Stephen shares his profound insights on the incredible partnership between humans and plants, the importance of reconnecting with nature, and the transformative power of devotional living. With his infectious enthusiasm and deep reverence for the natural world, Stephen invites us to rediscover the beauty, wisdom, and healing potential that exists all around us.Key Takeaways:The incredible unconditional love and support that plants offer us, even as we often fail to reciprocate that love and careThe importance of reconnecting with our food, spending time in nature, and cultivating a sense of gratitude and presence in our daily livesThe principles of permaculture and herbalism, and how they can empower us to become our own healers and live more sustainablyThe power of devotional living - respecting and revering the divinity within ourselves, each other, and the natural worldThe joy and wonder that comes from cultivating a deep relationship with plants, and sharing that love and knowledge with othersIf you're feeling called to reconnect with the wisdom of nature and to explore the profound healing potential of plants, this episode is a must-listen. Stephen's passion and expertise will inspire you to look at the world around you with new eyes, and to cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and partnership with the incredible beings that share our planet.If you’re interested in taking your mastery of plants to a whole new level, check out Ecoversity's new online herbalism course, where you'll learn from some of the most renowned herbalists in the world and gain the skills and knowledge you need to become your own healer. Connect with Stephen:Instagram: @stephenrbrooks @ecoversity @alegriavillageTo enroll to the Ecoversity course use this link https://www.entv2trk.com/88CX5K/2CTPL/ and apply the code SGPOD to get a 10% discount off the regular course pricing.Connect with Raj:Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490 Legal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this illuminating Stay Grounded episode, Raj is joined by Alex, one of his mentees, for a vulnerable exploration of learning to trust our inner voice amidst life's uncertainties. Through personal stories and hard-won wisdom, they uncover why prioritizing this innate intuitive guidance system is the key to emotional liberation and making aligned choices.Join this conversation to discover:Why we ignore our intuition and how this leads to more sufferingThe power of "zooming out" and accessing your inner witnessHow to hold space for all your parts and build self-trustWhy addressing root emotional wounds rewires unhelpful patterns for goodThe importance of supportive community along the healing journeyIf you've ever struggled to decipher your inner knowing from fear, people-pleasing or old conditioning, this episode will empower you with the awareness to choose yourself anyway. Raj and Alex get radically honest about their own battles, learning to honor their truth - and provide a practical roadmap for courageously following your own inner compass. Tune in to (re)connect deeply with your authentic self and confidently navigate the path that's truly right for you.Time stamps:[00:00:00] Introduction and catching up[00:02:23] The importance of zooming out and having awareness[00:04:12] Raj's process for dealing with obstacles and roadblocks[00:07:45] The importance of listening to your inner voice[00:10:00] Ignoring the whispers until life throws you a bus[00:13:18] Raj's messy process of waking up and listening to his inner voice[00:16:34] Connecting to your infinite self/higher self/authentic self[00:17:31] Alex's first experience feeling grounded and present[00:19:47] Raj's experience at Vipassana and letting go of control[00:22:21] Holding space for all parts of yourself - the witness[00:24:47] Alex's biggest unlocks from the Liberate mapping process[00:27:41] Going to the root cause to experience lasting shifts[00:30:03] People's fear of unlocking their power and responsibility[00:32:49] What daily awareness practices look like for Raj[00:36:35] Wrap-upConnect with Raj:Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
There's an elephant in the room that's keeping you sick, stuck, and afraid—and almost no one is talking about it.Trauma isn't just the big things that happened to you. It's the feelings that never got expressed. The shame that never got released. The hurt that never got processed. The beliefs you learned about yourself that keep you trapped. The grief you never fully let in. All of it—stored in your body—keeps you stuck in cycles of suffering.After 4 years of research with cancer patients, I discovered this truth: until we address what's actually at the root, we stay on a hamster wheel of healing.Liber8 isn't just for cancer patients. It's for anyone whose body is breaking, whose symptoms are screaming, whose life is trying to send them a message—but they're looking in all the wrong places.In this episode, you'll discover:• The elephant in the room that a $4.4 trillion healthcare system refuses to address• Why one cancer patient's tumor activated when she finally remembered her trauma• What "stuck feelings" actually are—and why they're keeping you sick• The real reason traditional therapy can only take you so far• Why feeling safe isn't a precursor to healing—it IS the healing• The 3-step framework (Awareness → Witnessing → Integration) that creates transformation in 12 weeks• How your body already remembers how to heal once it feels safe• Why I'm fired up and can't stay silent about this work anymoreReady to break free?If you're tired of running in circles—spending money on therapy, on personal growth and development, on things that don't actually move the needle—and you're ready to finally address what's really keeping you stuck, this episode is for you.Your body isn't broken. Your life isn't crumbling. All of this is happening to help you meet a part of you that IS the medicine.Listen now to discover how Liber8's new 12-week program can help you decode the message your body has been trying to send you—and finally break free from the patterns that have kept you sick, stuck, and playing small. Liber8: liber8.healthConnect with Raj:Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. Amy Albright is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and clairvoyant healer with 23 years of experience reading and transforming the human energy field. She's the co-founder of Holon, where she partners with leading neuroscientists to deliver intensive neurological transformation retreats that produce EEG-verified brain changes in just four days.But here's what makes Amy different: she doesn't believe in processing trauma. She believes in paradigm shifts so profound that the wound doesn't just heal—it disappears entirely, leaving you stronger, wiser, and more expansive than before.Most of us have been taught that healing means understanding our problems, labeling our pathologies, and slowly working through the pain. But what if that's the exact reason we stay stuck? What if the mind's need to process keeps us trapped in the story, while the energetic body holds the key to instant liberation? In this transformative conversation, Raj and Amy dismantle everything you thought you knew about healing and reveal the quantum mechanics of true transformation.In this episode, discover:• Why most healing modalities keep you stuck in your story—and what actually creates lasting change • The "tailbone technique" that activates biological safety in seconds (you can do this anywhere) • How to identify when you're truly healed vs. when you're still carrying trauma you don't realize • Why "processing" emotions mentally keeps you trapped—and what the energetic alternative looks like • The "coordinates method" for flipping paradigms instantly instead of analyzing problems for years • How to hold space for others' pain without getting pulled into their suffering • The foundational ingredients required for transformation that most people miss entirely • Why becoming grounded means remembering you're an "endless soul on an infinite journey"You are not broken. You never were. You are an energetic being capable of quantum shifts that transcend everything you thought was fixed. This conversation will show you how to stop swimming in circles and start embodying the freedom that's already yours.Connect with Dr. Amy:Instagram: @dramyalbrightWebsite: https://www.holonexperience.com/Connect with Raj:Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
There's a paradigm shift happening in healing that most people are missing - and without understanding it, you'll keep hitting the same ceiling no matter how much inner work you do.You've been told that healing is an individual journey. Fix yourself first, then help others. But what if this entire framework is keeping you stuck at a developmental stage that can never access the deepest states of consciousness, embodiment, and transformation?Dr. John Churchill - clinical psychologist, 15-year Tibetan meditation practitioner, and founding member of Ken Wilber's Integral Institute - has spent 25 years mapping why individual healing approaches plateau and what actually unlocks the next evolutionary leap in human development. This Episode Reveals the Missing Key That Changes Everything:Why your nervous system has a biological ceiling when healing happens in isolation - and how to transcend itThe hidden reason trauma isn't personal but multi-generational, cultural, and civilizational - affecting your capacity for awakeningHow attachment wounds create an invisible barrier to accessing mystical states, no matter how advanced your spiritual practiceWhy even successful therapy can only make you "a functioning member of a dysfunctional culture" - and what comes nextThe evolutionary shift from hero's journey individualism to collective awakening that unlocks planetary consciousnessHow community healing rewires your nervous system in ways solo work cannot achieveThe integration of cleaning up (healing trauma), growing up (developmental maturity), waking up (spiritual realization), and showing up (service)Why understanding humanity as a single organism fundamentally changes your healing trajectoryThis isn't about adding community to your healing journey - it's about recognizing that the deepest states of consciousness, the most profound embodiment, and the transformation our world needs can only emerge through collective awakening.Without this paradigm shift, you'll remain in what Churchill calls the "pre-collective" stage of development, unable to access the planetary awareness and heart-centered intelligence that represents the next phase of human evolution.This conversation doesn't just offer new techniques - it provides the framework that makes all your previous healing work finally integrate and unlock the transformational states you've been seeking.Connect with Dr. John:Website: https://www.planetarydharma.com/Instagram:@PlanetaryDharmaEmail: hello@planetarydharma.comConnect with Raj:Instagram: @raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Danette May is a spiritual entrepreneur who transformed devastating loss into profound wisdom. After the passing of her son led to a complete dismantling of her conditioned life - her marriage, religious practice, and social circle - she learned to distinguish between fear-driven decisions and spirit-led guidance. Through multiple business ventures and major life transitions, she's mastered the art of surrender without giving up.What You'll Discover:The surprising difference between spirit-led urgency and fear-based impulses - and how Danette learned to tell them apart through her most challenging decisions.Why losing everything can actually activate your deepest spiritual gifts - the hidden catalyst that transforms tragedy into profound awakening.The powerful "holding the rope" method of surrender - how to stay in action while releasing attachment to outcomes (this isn't what most people think surrender means).The choice made before disruption that determines everything - why some people wake up from tragedy while others stay numb to life's lessons.A profound Buddha story about destiny versus free will - this ancient parable will completely reframe how you see your life's predetermined path.The embodied signals that reveal when spirit is guiding you - Danette's physical process for distinguishing divine guidance from ego-driven decisions.How to govern your life from faith instead of fear - practical tools for breaking free from conditioning and choosing love-based responses.Why gratitude becomes your most potent spiritual compass - the practice that transforms your relationship with both crisis and abundance.Ready to transform crisis into catalyst? This conversation will shift how you navigate uncertainty forever. Sometimes the very thing that's falling apart is making space for what wants to emerge. Listen to discover how your intuition might be your greatest compass through any storm.Connect with Danette:Instagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayWork with Danette: danettemay.comConnect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Meet Traver Boehm: Founder of the UNcivilized men's movement, former bodyguard to billionaires, TEDx speaker, and licensed acupuncturist who has spent 77 cumulative days in complete darkness retreats. After hitting rock bottom following divorce and business loss, Traver transformed his pain into purpose - spending 28 days in pitch-black isolation that fundamentally changed his relationship with death and masculinity. Now, after completing an unprecedented 49-day darkness sit, his new book "28 Days in Darkness" chronicles these profound journeys into the depths of the human psyche.What You'll Discover:Why complete darkness strips away every coping mechanism you rely on dailyHow Traver's mind "broke" around day 9 - and why this was necessary medicineThe difference between 3-day, 28-day, and 49-day darkness experiencesWhat pre-verbal trauma looks like when it surfaces after 6 weeks of isolationWhy grief became Traver's greatest teacher (and how to surrender to it)The moment he thought he had died - and what death actually felt likeEssential skills needed before attempting any darkness retreatHow to create intimacy with yourself in just 20 minutes weeklyTraver's journey from rock bottom to spiritual breakthrough reveals that our deepest healing often requires venturing into territories our minds desperately want to avoid. His unflinching honesty about the physical and psychological challenges - from hallucinations to pre-verbal trauma surfacing after weeks of isolation - offers both a sobering reality check and profound inspiration. This conversation will challenge your assumptions about what it means to truly know yourself and why the path to freedom might require temporary surrender of everything you think you control. Listen to discover how one man's extreme practice became a roadmap for accessing the untouchable depths of the human soul.Connect with Traver:Instagram: @traverboehmWebsite: https://www.manuncivilized.com/Connect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Meet Debra Silverman, one of the world's leading astrologers with a Master's in Clinical Psychology and nearly 50 years of experience. Her new book "I Don't Believe in Astrology (For People Who Don't Believe in Astrology)" has helped thousands discover their authentic selves through the stars. With 22 certified astrologers in her school and a practice that includes celebrities and everyday seekers alike, Debra bridges ancient wisdom with modern psychology.What You'll Discover:• Why your biggest "flaws" are actually your greatest gifts - and how to stop fighting your true nature • The real reason your life transforms every 27-30 years - Saturn Return decoded beyond the buzzwords• How to distinguish your soul's blueprint from your ego's neurotic demands - the key to inner peace • Why generational trauma shows up in your birth chart - and how to break family patterns • The "observer" technique that instantly gives you free will - even when you can't change your personality• How your birth chart reveals your life's purpose - including the secret of your Midheaven • Why God didn't have a bad day when she made you - embracing your perfect imperfections • The hidden connection between astrology and emotional freedom - practical tools for daily lifeRemember: You're not broken, you're not behind, and you're not doing it wrong. Your chart holds the roadmap to stop sabotaging yourself and start celebrating who you really are. As Debra says, "There's nothing you could do to get this wrong." Listen to discover how the stars can finally set you free from the exhausting battle against yourself.Get Debra's book and learn about her astrology certification program mentioned in this episode. Debra’s new book: https://idontbelieveinastrologybook.com/Connect with Debra:Website: https://debrasilvermanastrology.com/Instagram: @debrasilverman_astrologyConnect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if everything that triggers you is actually pointing toward your greatest transformation? In this groundbreaking episode, Raj reveals why traditional therapy often keeps people stuck—and shares the research-backed framework that's helped thousands break free from chronic stress patterns.As co-founder of Liber8 and creator of 400+ podcast episodes exploring human potential, Raj brings a unique perspective forged through years of studying psychedelics, Vipassana, and transformative protocols. Through Liber8, he's analyzed hundreds of thousands of data points and discovered something profound: true healing isn't about managing symptoms—it's about developing unshakeable resilience across five crucial areas of life.In this episode, Raj shares the framework that's helped thousands move from chronic stress to authentic living, proving that your triggers aren't your enemy—they're breadcrumbs leading you home.What You'll Discover:• Why your biggest triggers are actually treasure maps to wholeness (and how to read them) • The shocking difference between inner work and therapy that no one talks about • Which of the 5 types of resilience you're strongest in—and which is secretly sabotaging your progress • Why spiritually advanced people still manifest illness (and what they're missing) • How chronic stress operates as a "complex web" that mental health alone can't solve • The one awareness skill that makes you immune to life's curveballs • Why living out of alignment creates more stress than any external circumstance • The exact assessment process that reveals your biggest growth opportunity in 30 minutesReady to transform your relationship with struggle? Your triggers aren't your enemy—they're breadcrumbs leading you home to your most resilient, authentic self. Listen to this episode to discover how to turn your greatest challenges into your most powerful tools for transformation and learn the exact framework that's helped thousands break free from chronic stress patterns.If you're interested in actually learning more about where you are on your inner journey, take Liber8’s brand new Resilience Assessment at https://liber8.health/resiliency-assessment/. Use code SG15 for 15% off and get a personalized consultation to map your path forward across all 5 pillars of resilience.Connect with Raj:Assessment: liber8.health/assessmentNewsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
James Colquhoun is the former CEO of Gaia and an accomplished filmmaker who discovered the life-changing power of mantras during a profound spiritual awakening. After witnessing billionaires' misery as a ship's captain, James found that ancient Sanskrit and simple English mantras became his "cheat codes for life"—literally rewiring his consciousness from victim to creator. His mantra-driven transformation from serving the ultra-wealthy to awakening millions through film and conscious leadership proves these sacred sounds hold real power.8 Things You'll Learn:The exact 5-word mantra that rewired James's entire reality (and how to use it immediately)The 3 stages of spiritual evolution - from victim to creator to divine vesselWhy billionaires are often miserable - what James discovered working for the ultra-wealthyHow to alchemize pain into power using mantras instead of spiritual bypassingThe family crisis that launched James's awakening journey and global movementWhat "God resides within you" actually means in practical, non-religious termsWhy serving others IS serving yourself - the fastest path to abundanceHow to bend reality through consciousness - creating from soul instead of egoYour infinite self is calling through the same mantras that transformed James's life. These aren't just words—they're vibrational keys that unlock your true nature. Every moment you delay using these ancient technologies is another moment living below your potential. Listen now and discover the mantras that will rewire your reality.Connect with James:Instagram: james_colquhounConnect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if the very thing you're hiding is the key to your healing? In this powerful episode on vulnerability and shame healing, Raj reveals groundbreaking insights from hundreds of thousands of data points at transformation company Liber8, proving shame is the invisible force driving our deepest disconnection and loneliness.Research shows loneliness impacts health more than smoking daily, and at the root lies shame: believing we're fundamentally flawed and must hide our darkest parts. This transforms how you understand shame and gives you practical tools to heal trauma, build self-compassion, and create authentic connections.What You'll Learn About Healing Shame & Building Self-Love🎯 Vulnerability Psychology - Why things you refuse to share reveal deepest wounds and how vulnerability becomes your pathway to emotional freedom🎯 Guilt vs Shame Recovery - The life-changing distinction between "I did something wrong" versus "I am wrong" for mental health healing🎯 Shadow Work & Projection - How judging others mirrors your hidden shame and blocks authentic relationships🎯 Psychological Safety - What makes someone feel truly safe to be vulnerable and share their deepest truths🎯 Inner Critic Transformation - How shame-based self-talk sabotages relationships and blocks self-compassion🎯 Nervous System Healing - The neuroscience of how being witnessed literally rewires your brain for connection🎯 Trauma Release Techniques - What happens in your body when shame releases and your nervous system finds rest🎯 Failure Reframing - Transform your relationship with mistakes through self-forgiveness and emotional intelligenceStart Your Healing Journey TodayHere's what Raj wants you to know: there is absolutely nothing wrong with you. You are worthy of love exactly as you are, and every mistake has shaped the beautiful, complex human you are today.The shame you carry isn't protecting you—it's blocking the love and connection your soul craves. Here's the liberating truth: shame cannot survive in the light of loving witness and radical self-acceptance.This is your permission slip to stop hiding. Watch the full episode and discover why the most healing thing you can do is exactly what you're most afraid of: being fully, authentically seen.Connect with Raj:Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Most of us chase healing through endless tools and practices—yet remain stuck and unfulfilled. What if the most powerful healing isn't something you add to your life, but something you align with?In this episode, Raj shares his journey to discovering "the frequency of alignment"—where safety and aliveness intersect to create a life with wind behind your sails. No amount of meditation can bring you back to center if you're living misaligned. But when you track your unique signal and design rituals around it, everything changes.What You'll Discover:🔍 Why do most people confuse chaos with aliveness? The fundamental difference between frenetic energy and true vitality.🧭 What does your personal "safety signal" feel like? Specific qualities that indicate optimal state versus survival mode.⚡ How can you create courage by building safety first? The counterintuitive approach to bravery without forcing through fear.📡 What is "signal tracking" versus traditional reflection? Why focusing on feeling states is more powerful than analyzing actions.🌪️ Why does life fall apart when you start aligning? Why relationships shift and chaos emerges—and why this is perfect.🎯 How do you distinguish true alignment from avoiding discomfort? Learn the difference between authenticity and spiritual bypassing.☕ What role do physical rituals play in anchoring insights? How Raj uses ceremonial tea to embody principles and set daily frequency.🚀 How do you know when to wait versus take aligned action? Understanding when to push forward versus trust the process.Are you ready to stop pushing the boulder uphill and design rituals that keep you in the frequency where life flows through you? When you prioritize your wellbeing and choose yourself, you don't just heal—you become a gift to everyone around you. Listen to discover your unique alignment frequency and learn to protect it like your life depends on it. Connect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alexa Rosenthal is the co-founder of Eco University, where she built a multi-million dollar herbalism program after receiving guidance from plant medicine to "make plants sexy again." But behind her entrepreneurial success was a 20-year journey with antidepressants that began at age 16. After seven failed attempts to get off SSRIs, Alexa finally found a path to freedom through sacred witnessing, grief work, and learning to trust her body's natural capacity to feel. Now eight months medication-free, she's courageously sharing the raw reality of what worked—and what didn't—in her healing journey. Through radical vulnerability and honest storytelling, she's pioneering a new model of feminine leadership that refuses to hide the messy, non-linear path of authentic transformation while demonstrating that regulation, not performance, can be the foundation for sustainable creation.What You'll Discover: Why a $1.6 million business milestone became her breaking pointThe shocking reality of what happens when your emotional "container" disappearsHow she broke her hand learning to feel again after 20 years of numbnessThe ancient healing technology called "sacred witnessing" that changed everythingThe disturbing 2013 medical change that criminalized natural griefWhy antidepressants are actually "outsourcing your emotional power"The surprising link between women's rage and planetary healingWhat happened when she tried to raise capital while getting off psychiatric drugsYour vulnerability is not your weakness. It's your gift.If you're feeling the call to trust what your body is telling you—whether about medication, relationships, career, or anywhere you've been outsourcing your power—you're not alone in this work.The courage to feel fully, ask for help, be seen in your mess, and trust your body's wisdom over external validation is the revolution our world needs right now.Listen to discover the practical tools and raw honesty that can support your own path to wholeness.Connect with Lex:Website: https://www.ecoversity.org/Instagram: @lex.of.roseConnect with Raj:Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if your spine holds the blueprint to your entire spiritual journey? What if every trauma, every breakthrough, every stage of awakening creates a specific energetic pattern that can be read like a map? In this profound conversation, we explore the revolutionary concept that your nervous system's capacity for safety directly determines how far you can travel on the path of consciousness.Meet Dr Alec Verkuilen-Brogan, founder of Geometry of Grace and master practitioner of the transformational arts. With decades of study under traditional teachers from Varanasi, India, Alec has developed the rare ability to read the energetic patterns stored in your spine and translate them into precise spiritual development maps. His work bridges ancient wisdom with modern nervous system science, helping people understand exactly where they are on their awakening journey and what specific work is needed to progress to the next stage.What You'll Discover:Why your spine is actually the most physical expression of the spiritual world – and how this changes everything about how you approach inner workThe shocking truth about why psychedelics create states but not stages – and what you actually need to build lasting spiritual developmentHow to identify your specific "geometry of trauma" – the precise energetic patterns that keep you stuck and exactly where they're stored in your bodyWhy most people can't access bliss even when they desperately want to – and the specific interference patterns that block your natural sensitivity to life's beautyThe safety paradox that determines your spiritual ceiling – how your nervous system's capacity for safety literally controls how much awakening you can handleHow to read the developmental map of consciousness – understanding exactly which stage you're in and what paradigm shift is needed to evolve to the next levelWhy chasing spiritual highs actually keeps you stuck – and how to identify where you're spiritually bypassing your real workThe moment when personal will becomes divine will – recognizing when you've developed enough coherence to trust your desires as cosmic guidanceThis conversation is a masterclass in understanding the precise mechanics of consciousness. If you've ever felt stuck on your path, wondered why some practices don’t create lasting change, or sensed a deeper map to awakening no one has shown you, this episode will shift how you approach inner work. Alec reveals the hidden geometry behind spiritual growth and gives you tools to read your energetic blueprint. Your spine holds the records of your soul’s journey – it’s time to learn how to read them.Connect with Alec:Email contact: geometryofgrace@gmail.comInstagram: @geometryofgraceLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, we're forgetting the most sophisticated intelligence system ever created—the one inside your own body. While AI processes information, ancient intelligence processes life itself: healing wounds, creating connection, and generating the aliveness that makes existence meaningful. But here's the problem: most of us have been systematically disconnected from this intelligence since childhood, leaving us numb, anxious, and searching for answers outside ourselves.Steven Jaggers is the founder of Somatic Breath Work and a pioneer in the nervous system regulation movement. With over 3,000 practitioners trained across 40+ countries, his work is now accredited by Arizona State University for continuing education credits. A former neuromuscular therapist, Steven has spent years studying the intersection of physical alignment, emotional regulation, and human connection. His unique approach combines Eastern somatic practices with Western neuroscience to help people reclaim their birthright: the ability to feel fully alive in their own bodies.What You'll Discover• Why numbness is actually an active process that's draining your life force – and the counterintuitive truth about why it takes more energy to suppress your feelings than to feel them• The "Attunement Code": How to host another human inside yourself – the meta-skill that data shows is more healing than any technique, tool, or modality• Why your nervous system regulation isn't about staying calm – it's about developing choice, and the surprising reason most people are stuck in the anxiety-depression ping-pong cycle• The parasitic tension stealing your energy – how unconscious muscle contractions are robbing power from your healing, creativity, and aliveness (and how to redirect that energy)• Why healing trauma alone is actually impossible – the science of co-regulation and why your wounds from people can only be healed with people• The "Completion Principle" that changes everything – how somatic breathwork helps your nervous system finish the stress responses that trauma interrupted• How to tell if someone is safe using your nervous system – the congruence test that reveals when someone's words don't match their internal state• The four meta-skills of human intelligence – alignment, attunement, holding space, and range – that no AI can replicate and why mastering them is your greatest advantage in the age of artificial intelligenceYour Invitation to AlivenessYour nervous system holds the key to healing, connection, and true aliveness—if you know how to access it. In this episode, Steven distills years of research and client work into practical insights you can use right away. Whether you're facing anxiety, feeling off, or seeking more from life, this is your roadmap. Tune in and discover why your ancient intelligence may be the most vital skill of the decade.Connect with Steven – Instagram: @jaggersjrWebsite: https://go.somabreath.com/Legal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused by information in this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John Mackey is the visionary founder of Whole Foods Market, one of the world's largest natural and organic foods retailers, which he sold to Amazon in 2017. Now leading Love.Life, his wellness-focused venture, John has spent over four decades studying consciousness, spirituality, and what it means to live an awakened life. A student of A Course in Miracles for 41 years, he recently shared his remarkable journey in his memoir "The Whole Story." In this profound conversation, John reveals the spiritual principles that transformed his relationship with failure, rejection, and his own ego—turning them into the very forces that fueled his extraordinary success.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why John's inner voice told him his future wife was "more conscious" than him on their first date—and how learning to trust that voice changed everything• The "Old Bob" technique: How naming and befriending your ego transforms it from your worst enemy into a manageable backseat passenger• Why you're guaranteed to make every mistake twice (and why that's actually perfect for your growth)• The simple daily test that reveals whether you're expanding toward your purpose or contracting away from it• How rejection becomes "redirection" when you understand you're planting seeds that may bloom years later• Why taking full responsibility for your life as "your dream" unlocks miraculous synchronicities and connections• The morning ritual that keeps you grounded and heart-centered no matter how chaotic your day becomes• How to love yourself unconditionally while maintaining the highest standards—without the self-criticism that cripples most high achieversThe path to greatness isn't about avoiding obstacles—it's about alchemizing them into wisdom, strength, and deeper love. John Mackey's journey from a young entrepreneur plagued by self-doubt to a conscious leader who built one of America's most beloved companies proves that your greatest challenges can become your most powerful teachers. Listen to the full episode to discover how to transform your inner world and create the life your soul is calling you to live.Connect with John:Website: https://love.life/Instagram: @iamjohnmackeyConnect with Raj:Instagram: @raj_janaSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What if everything you've been taught about consciousness is backwards? In this mind-expanding conversation, Raj sits down with Mark Gober—Princeton graduate, former Silicon Valley strategy partner, and author of seven groundbreaking books—who went from hardcore materialist to consciousness researcher after discovering peer-reviewed scientific evidence that completely shattered his worldview. Mark has spent nearly a decade diving deep into the research that mainstream science doesn't want you to see, and what he's uncovered about the nature of reality, consciousness, and your soul's role in designing your life will leave you questioning everything.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why Nobel Prize-winning physicists believe consciousness is fundamental and matter is just a derivative—and what this means for how you experience reality• The University of Virginia's 2,500+ documented cases of children remembering past lives, complete with birthmarks that match historical death records (and why this changes everything about medicine)• How your brain functions more like a radio antenna receiving signals than a computer generating thoughts—and how to tune into higher intelligence• The specific body sensations that signal when you're in alignment versus living a lie (and why ignoring these signals literally makes you sick)• Why the beliefs you inherited from family, school, and society might be keeping you trapped in someone else's reality—and how to identify what's actually yours• The difference between intuition, channeling, and psychic phenomena (plus how to distinguish between fear and genuine inner knowing)• Mark's "falsification method" for questioning any belief system without needing to have all the answers—a skill that could save you years of living someone else's truth• How to practice "holding the gold"—why rushing to share insights before they're fully integrated actually waters down your deepest wisdomThis isn't just another consciousness conversation—it's a scientifically-backed roadmap for recognizing that your soul chose this exact life experience, and how to live in alignment with that deeper intelligence. If you've ever felt like reality is more mysterious than we're taught, or if you've had experiences that don't fit the mainstream worldview, this episode will give you both the permission and the scientific foundation to trust what you already know deep down. Get ready to see your life—and your role in it—in a completely new way.Connect with Mark:Website: https://www.markgober.com/Instagram: @markgober_authorConnect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Do you find yourself constantly saying "I'm sorry" for taking up space, speaking your truth, or simply being yourself? If you're trapped in endless cycles of apologizing, people-pleasing, and seeking forgiveness from others, you're not alone—and more importantly, you're looking for healing in all the wrong places. In this eye-opening episode, Raj and Alex reveal why your compulsive need to apologize is actually a symptom of a deeper wound, and how shifting your forgiveness practice inward is the key to breaking free from chronic people-pleasing forever.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why constantly apologizing to others is actually a sign that you haven't forgiven yourself (and how this keeps you stuck in victim mode)• The hidden inner critic that's driving your need for external validation—and how to transform it from your worst enemy into your greatest ally• How Raj's pattern of "I'm sorry for being too much" was actually his inner child crying out for self-acceptance• The revolutionary shift from seeking forgiveness from others to facilitating forgiveness between the parts of yourself• Why your guilt about advocating for yourself reveals exactly where you need to do inner healing work• The Ho'oponopono practice that stops the apologizing cycle by directing "I'm sorry, please forgive me, thank you, I love you" toward yourself• How to parent your inner child in the ways you desperately crave from others—so you stop seeking that validation externally• The counterintuitive truth that taking full responsibility for your reality (including forgiving yourself) actually gives you more power and choice in your lifeIf you're exhausted from walking on eggshells, over-explaining yourself, and carrying guilt for simply existing, this episode will show you how to break the cycle. It's time to stop apologizing for who you are and start healing the relationship that matters most—the one you have with yourself.Connect with Raj:Newsletter – Sign up here: https://www.rajjana.com/staygrounded/Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: @raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ever notice how the same type of person keeps showing up in your life? Or how you find yourself in eerily similar situations over and over again, wondering "Why does this keep happening to me?" What if we told you there are actually two hidden curriculums running your life - and only one of them is truly yours? In this episode, Raj reveals the invisible map your soul has been drawing through every relationship, challenge, and "coincidence" you've experienced, and how understanding this changes everything about how you navigate your future.The Biggest Takeaways:The Two Hidden Forces Controlling Your Reality: There are two invisible curriculums running your life simultaneously - and 99% of people are completely unaware of the second oneWhy You Can't Shake That Restless Feeling: That persistent pull toward something different isn't anxiety or dissatisfaction - it's actually something much more profound trying to communicate with youThe Most Uncomfortable Truth About Your Life: There's a perspective about responsibility that will either completely liberate you or make you want to run away - but you can't unsee it once you knowThe Single Question That Reveals Everything: One simple filter exposes which invisible curriculum is running your life in any given moment - and changes how you'll make every decision moving forwardWhy You're Unconsciously Addicted to Struggle: There's a hidden psychological reason we make things harder than they need to be - and it has nothing to do with what you thinkThe Secret Code Hidden in Your Recurring Patterns: Your repetitive experiences aren't random - they're following a precise blueprint that can be decoded once you know what to look forWhat You Think Is Destiny Might Actually Be Programming: Most people mistake one thing for another when it comes to their life patterns - and this confusion keeps them stuck in cycles they could actually breakThe Evolutionary Pattern You've Never Noticed: There's a specific way your challenges evolve over time that reveals something profound about your spiritual development - once you see it, everything makes senseReady to stop being the victim of your own patterns and start consciously creating your reality? This conversation will completely shift how you see every challenge, relationship, and "coincidence" in your life. Raj breaks down exactly how to map your soul's journey and step into your role as the conscious creator you were born to be. Listen to the full episode to discover which curriculum has been running your life - and how to finally align with the one that's authentically yours.Connect with Raj:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.