If you've been feeling emotionally drained from relationship conflict or disagreeing with people that you love, this episode is for you. Despite how technology and social media have made it incredibly easy to stay connected with family, friends, and our communities, many people feel more divided and disconnected than ever.

That's why I'm thrilled to introduce you to Kelsey Blahnik, a clinical social worker and therapist who works on the front lines of emotional and relational tension. From families and friendships to workplaces, in our increasingly divided political culture, Kelsey helps people navigate conflict without losing themselves or the people they care about.

Kelsey is the creator and author of The And Way: Assertive Peacemaking in a Divided World, a powerful therapeutic framework that challenges conventional behavior. She explains that most of us believe we have only two options in conflict—fight or flight—when, in reality, there's nuance to consider when choosing the best path forward. We explore how to set boundaries without burning bridges, speak your truth without escalating tension, and how to hold both accountability and compassion at the same time.

If polarized relationships, "either/or" thinking, and day-to-day conversations are adding stress to your life, this episode will give you a practical way to navigate conflict with clarity, self-respect, and inner peace.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The Inspiration for The AND Way
• Kelsey's Daily Routines For Optimal Health
• Why Kelsey Wrote The AND Way
• Managing Conflict Styles: Shut Down vs Winning
• How The Internet & Social Media Fuels Division
• The Balancing Act: Compassion vs Judgment
• Kelsey's Hope For Change With Her Book
• How to Connect with Kelsey and Get Her Book

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If you've ever felt trapped in your own thoughts, frustrated by repeating emotional patterns, or exhausted from chasing happiness that never quite lasts, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about personal growth. As today's guest reveals, a lot of our suffering doesn't come from our circumstances—it comes from the unconscious beliefs that shape how we experience reality.

Aaron Abke is a spiritual teacher, founder of 4D University, and the author of The Three Beliefs of Ego: A Sufferer's Guide to Freedom. With a background in theology, a masters degree in biblical studies, and millions of followers drawn to his thought-provoking teachings, Aaron offers a rare ability to bridge psychology, spirituality, and ancient wisdom in a way that's both deeply grounded and radically freeing.

In our conversation, Aaron breaks down the three (3) core ego beliefs and explains how they quietly drive anxiety and inner conflict. We explore why happiness rooted in outcomes often falls short, how ego resists reality, and why true peace begins when we stop fighting life as it is.
If you're ready to leave your mental struggles in the past and experience a deeper sense of inner peace, this episode offers a powerful new perspective. Enjoy!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Redefining What Ego Really Is
• To Be Human Is To Suffer
• The Three Beliefs of Ego
• A Different Perspective for Feeling Out of Control
• How To Handle Coming Up Short on a Goal
• What Led Aaron to Give up on Being a Pastor
• Why Aaron Left Christianity But Still Follows Christ
• Examining 'The Kingdom of God Is Within You'
• Aaron's Spiritual Awakening in 2017
• The Great 'I Am' As Ego vs A Higher Truth
• How To Define True Freedom
• How to Learn More from Aaron Abke

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As the digital world of AI accelerates faster than ever, it's tempting to automate, optimize, and outsource nearly every part of our lives. But what if the path we're on is, ironically, pulling us further away from a meaningful life and genuine happiness?

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Ryan Levesque to explore a powerful, yet contrarian concept he calls Return to Real—and why it may be the thing we need most when AI is making us feel more disconnected than ever before.

Ryan is a renowned entrepreneur, author, and creator of the ASK Method, who has built and scaled several successful companies. His perspective weaves together business strategies, neuroscience, ecology, and spirituality to challenge how we've come to define success and what leads to true happiness and fulfillment.

In our conversation, Ryan breaks down three (3) transformative shifts for living well in the age of AI. He explains why the best things in life don't scale, why optimizing for oxytocin is more important than chasing dopamine, and why reconnecting with nature restores clarity, creativity, and purpose.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed or disconnected in the digital world that's changing faster than ever, this episode is an invitation to return to what's real.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• What "Return to Real" Really Means
• Three Forces That Are Colliding & Reshaping Humanity
• What History Tells Us About the Future with AI
• Ryan's Journey to Living Intentionally On a Farm
• Three Shifts That Challenge Mainstream Advice
• The Best Things in Life Don't Scale
• Optimize Your Life for Oxytocin, Not Dopamine
• How Efficiency Squeezes Oxytocin Out of Your Life
• A Very Simple Way To Increase Oxytocin Levels
• Prioritizing Time In Nature, Not Manmade Things
• The Benefit of Touching Earth Before Touching A Screen
• How To Connect With Ryan and Get His Book

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