Deep Psychology

Today we discuss a deep, deep topic in short form. Life is an dewdrop in infinite consciousness, outside of which there is nothing but pure, lucid awareness. My upcoming book is called: The Non-dual Body: Discover Your Infinite Essence. Soon I will officially announce its release.

In this episode of August Wisdom, we cover why prayer is real, what God is, and how to develop your prayer, all from a non-fundamentalist, post-rational perspective.

A crucial part of learning how to learn is becoming acutely aware of the obstacles that block our path to excellence. In day 19 of August Wisdom, we look at the Beginner's Hump – the early period in the learning journey when we feel clumsy and incompetent. Our new pursuit seems impossible, and we wonder how we'll ever get there. Know that this is temporary. You will get through it, and we'll look...

The wonderful thing about Integral Consciousness (stages Teal and Turquoise in Integral Theory) is that we realise we are continually evolving individuals in a continually evolving world. As such, we can consciously participate in our own growth. We make conscious the unconscious process of stage development as it unfolds decade to decade, year to year, week to week, and moment to moment. From thi...

Stop looking for fancy techniques, and start doing things as though you could already do them, until you finally can.

Start seeing yourself, others and all of society as being governed by the levels of consciousness. These are the fundamental driving forces behind most of human life. Master the levels of consciousness in my Spiral Dynamics ebook: https://deep-psychology.com/master-spiral-dynamics-ebook/

How the millennials are different from previous generations - and why this is a hugely positive development.

On day 14 of August Wisdom, we look at why higher consciousness means higher responsibility, and why we cannot rely on people with lower consciousness to meet us where we're at. Master the levels of consciousness with my Master Spiral Dynamics book: https://deep-psychology.com/master-spiral-dynamics-ebook/

The world is always evolving forward, in all dimensions, including you. Growth is the fundamental drive behind everything around us. Soak into this perspective with me and see how it enhances your view of the world and your place in it. Get my Integral Theory Condensed book: https://deep-psychology.com/integral-theory/

Today we discuss the power of uncovering your passion and doing what it takes to make it your livelihood.

In day 11 of August Wisdom, learn why money won't ever fulfil you - with a twist. I want you to slowly base your success paradigm around purpose and passion, including financial success, rather than pure financial success alone. NB sorry for the audio quality. Tomorrow it will be back to its best.

On day 10 of August Wisdom, we discuss how to take full responsibility for your life and its trajectory and the wonderful freedom that comes from doing so.

Today we discuss this great quote from Paulo Coelho: "“In the long run, what people think about shepherds and bakers becomes more important for them than their own destinies" and what it reveals about living your purpose.

In this episode of August Wisdom, we discuss how things always go exponential: in any form of personal change, we eventually build huge momentum and reach levels we couldn't have imagined.

In this edition of August Wisdom, we discuss why diagnoses can be ambiguous and even damaging, especially in the realm of psychology.

In this edition of August Wisdom, we discuss the root of all addiction. This is a simple but powerful insight that will change how you view and relate to all of your bad habits and addictions.

We're back for day 5 of August Wisdom - 31 pieces of backpocket wisdom in 31 days. Here we discuss a crucial technique for interacting with others, particularly in challenging situations: the sacred pause.

“Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own.” Let's unpack this powerful quote from Paulo Coelho.

You are not your thoughts. This is not a trendy slogan but a profound insight that, when made permanent to some degree, will change your life forever, and in this episode I tell you how.

In episode two of August Wisdom, we discuss why change occurs through action and, therefore, why we must bias action over everything else, no matter what we are trying to improve in our lives.

Welcome to my special series for August. This is August Wisdom: 31 nuggets of wisdom in 31 days. We begin by discussing how you are always changing and how to wield this insight for greater effectiveness in your life.

Have you ever heard the terms “natural ability” or “God-given talent”? Have you ever been told you're inherently incapable and should give up trying? Have you ever told this to yourself? The talent obsession abounds in education, media and our mind. Not only is it hogwash, it seriously jeopardises our learning. The idea that ability for a certain sport or pursuit is inbuilt and determines our chan...

This is the final edition of the Sunday Sit! In July, we have come together every Sunday at 8pm CET, 7pm UK, 2pm Eastern to practice a new meditation technique together. I encourage you to practice today's technique every day until the 1st of August, and to continue this habit for the entire month to get a proper taste of this work.

This is the fourth episode in my Meditation Myths mini-series, where we cover the top myths that jeopardise long-term committed practice. Today we discuss why meditation is not just about sitting quietly, and where consistent meditation will take you.

This is the third episode in my Meditation Myths mini-series, where we cover the top myths that jeopardise long-term committed practice. Today we discuss why meditation is not just for hippies, and how to overcome this damaging myth. Join my September classes: deep-psychology.com/spiritual-training