Deep Psychology

Today we talk about the topic of Spiral Dynamics tests and why doing them can be deceptive. Learn a bigger, more nuanced view on this topic, and learn the key question to ask to determine how developed you are. Next listen: my Spiral Dynamics series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f6689822-66c5-47c3-8232-ad8d64b60883 Explore my 200-episode podcast library: https://deep-psychology.com/#pod...

In episode 3 of my October series on Integral Spirituality, we discuss what spiritual practice looks like at this level. At the end, I give you five clear criteria for identifying whether a teacher, system, or practitioner is operating from this stage. Master the levels of consciousness with my Master Spiral Dynamics book: https://deep-psychology.com/master-spiral-dynamics-ebook/

Today I discuss/rant about the topic of spiritual paraphernalia and why it is crucial that you avoid it if you want to make serious progress in this work. In short, if you get lost in paraphernalia related to yoga, the East, or anything else, you are selling yourself way short of your capabilities and missing out on transformative insight.

Today we begin to look deeply at Integral Spirituality, discussing specifically how we view and relate to divinity at this stage. Master the levels of consciousness with my Master Spiral Dynamics book: https://deep-psychology.com/master-spiral-dynamics-ebook/

It's time to debunk these four damaging meditation myths once and for all. These aren't just cute little cultural myths that have no real impact on meditators – they will stop you dead in your tracks as you attempt to build a daily meditation practice. In fact, they will prevent you reaching deep territory with this practice, leaving you stuck and frustrated, believing that you simply aren't up to...

The first episode in my series on Integral Spirituality, where we learn about this fascinating stage of spiritual development that is currently emerging. Today, we cover the most essential points, including when integral spirituality appears in individuals and society, how it relates to evolution, how it differs from the prior stages, and how to recognise it in yourself. Next listen: My 4-part Int...

A crucial part of learning how to learn is becoming acutely aware of the obstacles that block our path to excellence. Here we look at three dysfunctional characters – the Dabbler, the Hack, and the Obsessive. These are the three learner profiles you want to avoid. Together they’ll give you a spookily accurate assessment of how you prevent yourself reaching true competence and expertise. This is an...

In the final episode of this series, we discuss progressive spirituality, one of the main levels of spirituality active in the world today, and one that you have likely experienced. By learning about it you will have a much deeper grasp of your spiritual life and human spiritual development. Master the levels of consciousness with my Master Spiral Dynamics book: https://deep-psychology.com/master-...

The defining attribute of this archetype is that it directs its aggression to a noble cause and does all it can to ensure it prevails . This archetype is an action taker. Buoyed by a strong sense of purpose, it’s able to persist and fight through obstacles when others would thro w their purpose overboard. In this role, it doesn’t take no for an answer, and takes great risks in pursuit of its targe...

Let's continue with the levels of spirituality, covering the second major stage, called Secular Spirituality. Steve McIntosh calls this "aspirituality" because it is defined by its denial of the reality of anything transcendent. Master the levels of consciousness with my Master Spiral Dynamics book: https://deep-psychology.com/master-spiral-dynamics-ebook/

It’s common nowadays to feel modern malaise. In men, this looks like reaching 30 or 40 years old and not feeling like you’re a man yet. You feel restless, purposeless. These archetypes point us towards healthy, empowered modern manhood. And the result of integrating and activating the four archetypes is masculine confidence, power and inner security. Next listen: The Warrior Archetype (#108) All m...

Today we explore the traditional level of spirituality. Though this level has shaped society for millennia, it is facing rapid decline in the West. This is organized religion—think Christianity, Islam, Judaism— and is rooted in mythic-literal belief. It is conservative, ritual-driven, and community-focused, teaches black-and-white morality, divine judgment, and salvation. While fostering devotion,...

This is an introduction to the AQAL framework from Ken Wilber's Integral Theory in the context of self-transformation. We cover the four quadrants, lines, levels, states and types, along with how my work fits into this model. This is the most holistic model of reality and human psychology I know of. Learn the pillars of Wilber's AQAL framework from Integral Theory and how you can use it to boost y...

This is an overview of the levels of spirituality and their significance in our lives. In September I am releasing a series of episodes on the Levels of Spirituality, focusing on the three that are most visible at this time in history: Religious, Secular and Progressive. Next listen: My four-part series on the levels of spirituality (#103, 105, 107, 109) - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f2...

Let's discuss the conscious and subconscious minds: what they are, how they differ from one another, and some of the nuances of this topic. Next listen: What is The Shadow? (#96); Key Insights Into the Shadow (#56); How to Do Shadow Work (#94) All my episodes on the subconscious: https://player.captivate.fm/collection/7e9d51c5-ab2c-4f7f-99f2-f2f614f85878 200-show library by category: https://deep-...

Wow! It's the final episode of August Wisdom! And we finish on a high, discussing the concept of rapid speed of implementation, critical for any project you are undertaking.

Don't ask the elm tree for pears... What?! Granted, it sounds a lot better in Spanish, but this is a wise expression that I appreciate and find to be very useful.

Here's why people at higher levels of consciousness look weird to those at lower levels, and how this can help you navigate your relationships.

I have an unusually positive view of AI, and in this episode, I share it.

Here is a taste of the evolutionary view of history: that everything is always moving towards unity, if only we zoom out enough on the chaos.

Today we discuss the problem of guru projection, why it happens, and how to avoid it!

Here is why when we self-correct our speech, we reveal traits that are in the shadow.

Let's talk about why it takes 10 years of work to reach authentic non-dual realisation, and why we cannot simply recite and regurgitate the teachings.

It's day 23 of August Wisdom, and today we continue talking about why we must set big goals.

In episode 22 of August Wisdom, we cover why it is crucial to set big goals.