Spirit Unfolding with Lars Veenstra

Samy Samandjeu has built companies, written books, raised $1.6 million from a hospital bed, and still says his greatest joy is simply choosing to celebrate life every day. In this electric conversation recorded in London, Lars sits down with Samy Samandjeu: serial entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Lucie AI. Samy brings an almost impossible combination of infectious joy, deep philosophical gr...

What if the land beneath your feet holds emotional memories of everything that ever happened on it? And what if a shopping center's failure, a family's suffering, or a farm's collapse could all be traced back to unhealed wounds in our connection to nature? In this episode Lars sits down in the forests of Sintra, Portugal with Heike di Benedetto, who has nearly 30 years of experience bridging the h...

What if the life you're living right now is just one of many possible destinies, and you have the power to choose which one unfolds? In this deep and vulnerable conversation with Alex Ikonn, co-founder and CEO of Intelligent Change, we explore how gratitude isn't just a feel-good practice, but a neurological tool that literally rewires your brain to see opportunity where others see obstacl...

Welcome back beautiful souls! In this weeks profound conversation, we explore the transformational journey of Quddus Philippe, a former MTV host and creative director who dismantled his entire life to answer a deeper calling. After experiencing the void beneath external success, Quddus discovered sound meditation and psychedelics as bridges back to his authentic self. Through shamanic training and...

What if the pain you've been running from is the exact doorway you need to walk through Recorded at the foot of the Pyramids in Egypt, this is a raw, expansive conversation with intuitive guide Erin Gunzelman, a woman who has turned radical self-responsibility into a living practice. From chronic pain flares that became initiatory experiences to waking up every morning saying "blow my min...

In this episode Lars sits down with Mariam Khadiga for a deep and heartfelt conversation about consciousness, death, and the power of surrender. Together, they explore how Mariam’s personal journey - growing up between cultures, returning to Egypt, and experiencing moments of emotional and spiritual transformation - has shaped her understanding of life. Mariam shares how moments of collapse and in...

What does it mean to speak your truth? How do we deal with adversity, conflict and ego death? And what does it mean to be a conscious leader? Mark van der Heijden joins Lars for an exploration of these questions and more, as we dive into conscious leadership, creativity, vulnerability, and Mark’s significant experience with public speaking. Mark is the founder of Conscious 500, a growth network fo...

Welcome back beautiful souls! In this enlightening episode of the Spirit Unfolding podcast, we are joined by the talented and light-hearted Jai Gobind to unlock into the transformative power of astrology, human design, and the Gene Keys. Discover how these modalities can guide you to a deeper understanding of yourself, your life's purpose and the talents that are hidden in your life’s challeng...

Alexander den Heijer takes us into a deep exploration of reality through his experience with Vipassana meditation, the profound peace and insights to life it has given him, and how life is changing after sitting in stillness for prolonged periods of time. We further explore the nature of spiritual awakening and enlightenment, the pitfalls of spiritual ego, and the deepest joy of being present with...

In this powerful conversation on love, relationships and authenticity, I am joined by men’s coach and relationship expert Nemanja Sonero. We delve deep into the complexities of modern relationships, exploring the dynamics between the 'Nice Guy' and the 'Strong Independent Woman’, understanding masculine and feminine energies, the role of conflict in relationships, the necessity of pers...

Welcome back beautiful souls! In this heartfelt episode I sit down with Marloes Hovestad for an intimate, spacious dialogue on presence, self-love, and inner trust. Also known as ‘Ademloes’ and one of the most respected breathwork facilitators of the Netherlands, Marloes shares her journey with breathwork and de-armoring, not through dramatic awakening stories, but through soft moments of reconnec...

Welcome back beautiful souls! This week, I am joined by Jack Villiers to explore his perspective on what it means to be human, how we can live a more authentic life, and why true healing is never a one man job. Jack shares openly about his struggles growing up, the impact of childhood experiences on manhood, and the necessity of understanding and integrating emotions through the body. As the found...

I’m excited to share something a little different this week! In this solo episode, I unfold my recent insights on the nature of reality, consciousness, and the interconnectedness of all. I bring together ideas from the work of Dolores Cannon, Robert Edward Grant, ancient cultures, quantum mechanics, simulation theory and more, to share my current perspective on life. I touch on the shift from a 3D...

Welcome back beautiful souls! After the tremendous amount of heart-warming messages we got after her first appearance, in this episode I sit down for a second time with Keren Cogan. We dive deep into personal transformation, shadow work, devotion and trusting the mystery, and we hope this conversation inspires you to turn more of your life into a ceremony, too. Keren Cogan is a shaman and multidim...

Welcome back beautiful souls! In this week’s episode, AJ Schlechten joins Lars to explore the concepts of beauty, art, and their connection to nature and consciousness. AJ shares his view on how evolution guides us towards usefulness rather than truth, and all the ways our perception of reality might be just an illusion. We explore the theme of creativity, the magic of creation, the transformative...

Welcome back beautiful souls! This week, Anne van Leeuwen shares how we can awaken more of our senses, why stepping into the light is so important for your personal growth and why we don't necessarily need to understand everything as long as we can feel it. Anne and Lars also explore the importance of inner transformation, the concept of sovereignty and our power to create our own reality.  In...

This week, Anton Nootenboom (aka The Barefoot Dutchman) joins us to talk all things men’s mental health. Anton shares his own vulnerable stories, how he got so close to suicide, what got him out of depression and back on his (bare) feet, and what we can all do to improve men’s mental health on the planet. Illustrated by powerful and emotional stories Anton shows us how opening up and sharing your...

Welcome back beautiful souls! This week, Keren Cogan shares how shamanism is not limited to indigenous cultures but is a universal practice that connects us to our inner wisdom. A wisdom that is deeply rooted in the body, women’s wombs, and our ability to discern between other’s energy and our own’s. We also explore the relationship between technology and consciousness, why surrendering to life mi...

In this episode, high-performance coach Ton Keunen gives his best insights into personal ownership, vulnerability, and authenticity in (working) relationships. Ton and Lars discuss how self-perception and past experiences shape our identities and roadblocks, emphasizing the importance of self-love and acceptance. The episode highlights the significance of vulnerability in personal leadership and t...

Hello you beautiful souls. In this week’s episode, Oscar Alonso Delgado shares his unique perspective on mindfulness, nature, and community. From his story of immersing himself into nature with nothing more than clothes and tools from the Stone Age, to the importance of integrating spiritual practices into daily life, and the significance of gratitude and connection to the earth. He emphasizes the...

On March 22nd, Adrian Kuipers will host his largest Breathing Concert yet, in the stunning Dominicus Church in Amsterdam - this time with cacao. And you can be there! Use the discount code 'spiritunfolding' to get an extra 10% off, or click the link to have the code applied automatically: https://www.adriankuipers.com/discount/spiritunfolding?redirect=/pages/breathing-concerts   Adrian Kui...

Daniel Philips is a life coach focusing on helping others build a soul aligned business and life on their own terms. He’s also helped me personally overcome obstacles, make a big shift and live the life I truly want to live (of which this podcast is a big part, by the way). He made me realize in detail just how powerful we all are in creating our own life’s experience and for that reason alone I k...

Mayke Niestadt takes us through the dynamics of masculinity and femininity, the magic that occurs when both energies are fully embodied within a relationship, and the complexities of love, relationships, and healing. She dives deep into the concept of sacred union, conscious relationships, and the importance of surrendering to divine will. The episode also touches on societal expectations regardin...

Aydin Shahidi is one of the most fascinating people I’ve met in a long time. Already upon our first contact last year we connected instantly and I just couldn’t stop listening to him as he was bridging some of the biggest challenges of our society with the worlds of nature, love, and consciousness.  Aydin and I went deep into the structure of reality, the complexity of nature and how, according to...

Tom Verstappen is one of the most inspiring examples of transformation that I know. As you’ll hear in this episode, Tom continued to show up for himself during difficult times to eventually turn the tide around, and build something that's not only greater than himself, but is also serving a purpose in community and society. We talk about the power of self-love as Tom shares some deeply personal st...