Josh Jost - Disillusionment as the Path to Awakening
From a childhood in a strict, religious Mennonite community, to leading a healing movement during his youth, to experiencing financial hardship and living in drug-filled slums, to becoming an advisor to heads of Fortune 500s and billionaires, to eventually working with one of the world’s most renowned private islands, Josh’s journey has been, unusual to say the least.
Fueled by his yearning for awakening, his story is about embracing disillusionment as the pathway to enlightenment.
Josh currently lives on the island of Tahiti with his wife and youngest son.
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Interview recorded April 20, 2024
YouTube Video Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump
00:04:48 - Growing up in a conservative community
00:08:44 - Seeking a Spiritual Experience
00:12:23 - A Journey of Awakening and Disillusionment
00:16:17 - Living in a Horrific Apartment
00:19:34 - Finding Hope Amidst Difficult Circumstances
00:22:57 - Unexpected Help in Times of Need
00:26:39 - Trusting in Life's Plan
00:30:06 - Studying the Bible and its Figures of Speech
00:34:04 - The Essenes and their Mystical Teachings
00:38:08 - The Essenes and Jesus
00:42:25 - Disillusionment with Christianity
00:47:11 - A Shift in Spiritual Perspective
00:51:07 - Travels in India
00:54:47 - The Power of Belief Systems
00:58:34 - The Purpose of Business and Ethics
01:01:43 - The Special Place of Renewal and Regeneration
01:06:01 - Living in Harmony with the World
01:10:25 - Transitioning to a Different Technological Framework
01:14:19 - Different Generational Brackets
01:17:34 - The Birth Pangs of a Spiritual Renaissance
01:21:44 - The Power Behind a Global Societal Transformation
01:25:53 - Religion as a School Ground
01:29:51 - Teaching Love and Setting Rules
01:33:42 - The Practice and Effect of Love
01:37:01 - The Copper Scroll and Akhenaten's Influence
01:40:50 - Transition towards Community-led Governments
01:44:52 - The Messiah and Unity
01:49:15 - The Benefits and Challenges of Resolving Conflict in Places of Conflict
01:53:27 - The Power of Community in Spiritual Awakening
01:57:36 - Content Creation on Social Media Platforms
