The InnerView with Mitra & Ben

So many of us seek clarity from outside sources, but what if the answers you’re looking for are accessible from within you?  You’ve probably heard about the “higher self,” but what does that actually mean in daily life? We explore how to connect with this deeper wisdom in a practical way—so it’s not just an abstract idea, but something you can actually experience. What You’ll Learn:  A definition...

Are you desiring to bring more joy in your life ?  In this episode, we explore the difference between fleeting happiness and unshakable joy—and how to access it no matter what life throws your way. Through personal stories, deep insights, and practical wisdom, we uncover the hidden mental habits that keep us stuck in struggle and how to break free. If you’re ready to shift your perspective and rec...

What if the purpose of life isn’t about achieving or striving—but about playing ?  So many of us feel trapped in the cycle of productivity, responsibility, and the endless pursuit of figuring things out . But what if the key to joy, meaning, and even expansion isn’t found in solving problems—but in exploring, playing, and being ? In this episode, we dive into a profound yet lighthearted conversati...

What if you started following your heart instead of playing it safe with all your major decisions going forward? Where would that lead you? In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey Thompson, shares his inspiring journey of continually following his heart down an unconventional and unknown path toward his life’s purpose. Dr. Thompson explores the consequences of not listening to his heart , sharing how the uni...

Have you tried various techniques to change your negative reactive patters with little success ?  In this episode, Mitra and Ben explore a profound yet deceptively simple approach to rewiring your subconscious mind and creating lasting inner peace. They share personal insights and reflections on how a subtle shift in awareness can unlock clarity, expansion, and inner freedom. The conversation reve...

Do you feel like you have experienced more pain and struggle in your life than most others have ?  In this episode, we interview Amanda Goolsby, who shares her incredible journey of resilience and transformation after going through deeply challenging traumas and life experiences, including sexual abuse, drug addiction, and poverty. She discusses how she rewired her subconscious mind to break free...

Are you someone who has difficulty accessing or expressing your anger?  It’s likely your anger is repressed.  Many of us have been taught to either suppress our anger or express it explosively—but what if there's a healthier way to channel it? What if anger isn’t something to fear or avoid, but rather a gateway to understanding ourselves more deeply? In this episode, we help you to identify w...

Are you struggling with accepting and moving on from a devastating loss in your life ?  In this episode, Mitra and Ben explore how to find meaning and healing during times of loss and adversity. Mitra shares practical tools like zooming in to process emotions and zooming out to see the bigger picture. They talk about the power of neutrality, imagination, and self-compassion in navigating challenge...

Are you going through an experience that has left you feeling like you’ve lost everything?  When such devastation shocks us, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by emotions like grief, guilt, and anger. Many of us try to "tough it out" or jump straight into problem-solving mode, but what if that’s stopping us from truly healing? In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional aftermath of...

Are you currently suffering from high levels of anxiety or feelings of guilt or shame? In this episode, we speak with Harvard-trained Cardiologist/Heart Doctor and author, Dr. Jonathan Fisher, about the path to healing your heart–physically and emotionally. Dr. Fisher discusses how the heart, mind, and our emotions are all intimately connected. He shares his personal experience of coping with and...

Are you tired of wearing a mask but don't know how to reconnect with your authentic self?  So many of us have been conditioned to become a version of ourselves that is disconnected from our true, authentic self. When you become aware of this it can be a shock. But, then what? It often seems impossible to change your conditioned way of being–in relationship with yourself and with others–and th...

Are you currently grieving the loss of a loved one ? Or do you have unprocessed grief from a past loss that you're ready to face now ?  In this episode we speak with renowned contemporary artist Austyn Weiner about her profound and “primal” journey of coping with deep grief. Within a matter of weeks, she had lost her father, her grandmother, and mentor–just days after she got married. She des...

Are you easily triggered by certain family members despite doing a lot of inner work on yourself?  It seems impossible to control, right? Well, there is a path to overcoming these emotional triggers and we lay it out for you here, in this episode.  We provide practical and effective steps you can take to start reprogramming your subconscious mind today. We teach you how to prepare your subconsciou...

Are you someone who has been successful at realizing your goals but are still feeling unfulfilled?  In this episode, we speak with Ted Gedebou, a Stanford educated cosmetic surgeon, who had left everything behind–his prestigious medical career, friends, social life, money–in order to discover where true happiness comes from. From Taipei to to Los Angeles, he took himself through a profound and unu...

Are you currently putting energy towards a project or endeavor that feels like a constant uphill battle?  In this episode with master musician Nacho Arimany, we unfold a universal challenge—finding balance between the need for control and the power of surrender. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to balance your emotions and responsibilities, this conversation will inspi...

Do you struggle with expressing your authentic self? Are you currently unhappy in your marriage ?   In this light-hearted episode, Dimple Thakrar, a best selling author and relationship coach, shares her transformative journey of embracing vulnerability to heal childhood wounds and strengthen her marriage. Dimple’s candid reflections on body image, cultural identity, owning her ‘crazy’, and the li...

Are you currently going through a difficult time in your life and wondering what is the meaning of all of it? In this episode, Dr. Kim Jobst, an Oxford trained physician, shares his journey of radical self-expression, stepping away from his medical license to pursue a more authentic path aligned with his true purpose. He dives deep into the power of meaning, explaining how embracing suffering can...

Are you someone who has a tendency to control and are looking for new perspectives on how to let go ?  Or, are you someone who has attempted to forgive someone significant in your life but finds old resentments keep bubbling up? In this episode, Ben and Mitra dive deep into what it really means to let go. They explore how letting go often involves facing emotions we’ve buried and how our need for...

Do you ever feel like how you present yourself to the world is different from who you really are ?  In this episode, Chris Alvarado, a renowned improv actor and coach, authentically reveals his journey of struggling with facing his traumas and confronting that aspect of his ‘self’ that seeks external validation. With Ben and Mitra offering compassionate guidance, the conversation delves into power...

Have you ever wondered if you have hidden gifts and how you could unlock them ? In this conversation, Dr. Amy Albright shares her personal journey from anxiousness and disbelief to awakening her intuitive talents for transformative healing. She discusses the intersection of intuition and neuroscience, revealing how brain data and spiritual insight work together to unlock human potential. The conve...

Are you curious about how to develop a healthier relationship with sex and self pleasure?  In this conversation with Bibi Brzozka, we have an unfiltered conversation about conscious sexuality, self pleasure as a vehicle for healing, the legitimacy monogamy, sex as a highway to awakening, and sexuality as a tool to inspire creativity, among other topics. We explore whether it's natural for hum...

How often do you feel a gut instinct but aren't sure how to trust it?  In this engaging conversation, we dive deep into understanding intuition with Rick Snyder, author of Decisive Intuition, showing you how to turn those invisible gut feelings into practical tools for everyday decisions. Whether you're seeking to hone your decision making capabilities at work or just trying to make sens...

Are you interested in learning new perspectives on how your life’s past experiences have shaped who you are today? In this conversation, Mitra and Ben “innerview” each other. They explore the childhood experiences that shaped who they are today and their perspectives on life. They discuss the importance of inward reflection, letting go, and the journey of personal evolution. They also touch on par...