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Breaking Trail#92 - Why Civilizations CollapseWhat actually caused the downfall of the great civilizations this Earth has seen? In 1934, social anthropologist J.D. Unwin made a vigorous scientific attempt to answer this question.
He studied 86 different cultures, including the Roman, Greek, Sumerian, Arabian, Babylonian and Anglo-Saxon civilizations. He had expected to find that monogamy had no real influence on these cultures. But by the end of his study, Unwin came to a much different conclusion.
He found that throughout history in nearly every civilization, sexual license and the decline of monogamy lead to irreversible societal collapse within just three generations.2025-07-1346 min
Breaking Trail#90 - Go Beyond Positive ThinkingIs the glass half full, or half empty? The truth is, we won’t really be happy regardless of how we see it. Until and unless we start addressing our true needs, as the spiritual beings we are. We should start seeing life as it truly is—accepting both the good and the bad without dramatization.
Today we dive deep into the realities of life and the spiritual journey ahead of us. You’ll hear a heartfelt story about a friend diagnosed with ALS, that shows the importance of spiritual growth over worldly pleasures. We discuss how people...2025-01-0347 min
Breaking Trail#89 - Jesus, the Prince of PeaceA compassionate heart, purified from greed and anger, naturally seeks to care for others and foster peace. As Jesus himself said, “The kingdom of God is within you”.
Today we reflect on Jesus' teachings - particularly the concept of loving one's enemies. Jesus himself wasn’t a promoter of divisive labels, such as religion, but rather a representative of divine truth. We should remember that “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”
With this we wish all our listeners a very Merry Christmas. We hope that you will always be able to le...2024-12-2259 min
Breaking Trail#88 - Simple Living, High Thinking'For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?' (Mark 8:36)
For spiritual wellness, we need to embrace simplicity. We need to consider what benefits the spirit soul. And this episode will hopefully inspire you to do just that. We discuss how moving through the modes of nature—ignorance, passion, and goodness—is much like climbing a ladder to reach higher states of thought and living. Balakhilya contrasts materialistic life, driven by false promises of satisfaction, with a simpler, spiritually focused life.
Highlights:
(5:35) Enlightening story about an as...2024-08-241h 04
Breaking Trail#83 - The Bible on Reincarnation | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 13Reincarnation (and thus, karma) was taught by Jesus as well as the early fathers of Christianity. When that concept was removed, several strange concepts were put into place - that are still being taught. For example, the eternal damnation that follows if you don’t take the one and only chance you have in this lifetime, the creation of the soul at the time of conception, and the idea that our suffering is not really due to our past actions - but due to the original sin committed by Adam and Eve.
In this episode of Breaking Tr...2024-05-111h 05
Breaking Trail#82 - Spiritual Guidance from Unexpected Places | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 12Today we delve into the Vedic story of Bilva Mangala, who was deeply attached to a prostitute by the name Chintamani. You’ll hear how, after a sudden turn of events, he accepted her as his spiritual master.
We discuss the importance of redirecting ones materialistic passions towards spiritual pursuits, and touch upon the Vedic concept of intelligence for attaining a true perspective. Balakhilya also shares biblical narratives comparing Mary Magdalene and Chintamani. We discuss themes of mercy and redemption with references like Jesus' response to an accused adulteress, “He that is without sin among you, let him...2024-04-2950 min
Breaking Trail#81 - Real Prayer is Meditation | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 11What is real prayer, and what has that got to do with meditation? In fact, Jesus was meditating constantly; immersed in service to the Supreme Lord.
Today, we explore the concept of uncovering one’s love for the Supreme Lord and the process of cultivating it through meditation. We discuss the purpose of the religious processes; namely to enhance individuals' devotion to God, beyond sectarian differences. We also read from and expand upon Jesus’ famous ‘Lord's Prayer’:
‘Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be your name,your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it...2024-02-1559 min
Breaking TrailHow to Meditate?Learn the basics of mantra meditation2024-02-131h 41
Breaking Trail#80 - Should the State be Religious? | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 10We see two extremes in today’s world. On one hand we see states ruled by some religious sect which are often characterised by violence, fanaticism, and intolerance.
On the other we have highly secular states that outwardly seem more peaceful, but where the erosion of the spiritual foundation means there is no longer any moral standard for the people to follow.
In today’s talk you’ll hear how America was originally founded trying to go beyond these two extremes. Its founders were Christians who had broken off from the Church of England, wanting to esta...2024-01-271h 03
Breaking Trail#79 - Find Happiness in Submissive Service | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 9Being a submissive servant of the Absolute Whole is really where the topmost happiness is at. And Jesus was a perfect example of that:
"During the days of Jesus' life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with fervent cries and tears to the One who could save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission"
(Hebrews 5:7)
Today we reflect on the profound significance of recognizing our true spiritual nature and serving a higher power. We clarify the misconceptions surrounding being a servant and the true essence of serving God...2024-01-211h 02
Breaking Trail#78 - The Real Nature of God | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 8Are you real? Yes. And God is just as real as we are. And He has a real, eternal personality, just like us.
So what is God really like?
The Song of Solomon, for example, gives us a detailed description of His eyes, limbs, hair, and mouth. He is described as “altogether lovely”, and our “beloved and friend”.
And if we accept His true, loving nature, we open ourselves up to a most wonderful connection and relationship.
Highlights:
(2:56) The “big thing”: God. His reality and nature is an Absolute Truth.
(9:37) Biblical vers...2024-01-1453 min
Breaking Trail#77 - How to Have a Happy New Year | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 7Phew, so we’re done with Christmas. If you think you’re spiritually advanced, go spend a week with your family. So why all the anger and hard feelings that many experience? And how come 66% of us feel lonely during Christmas?
As you’ll hear, there is a clear link between having a Merry Christmas and then having a Happy New Year. And that link is gratitude for the reason for the whole season, making Christmas a spiritual celebration instead of the peak of materialism.
Today we highlight the impact of disconnecting from spirituality and how it...2024-01-0455 min
Breaking Trail#76 - Cultivating Thankfulness | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 6Being thankful is absolutely essential to be happy and experience spiritual growth. As it says in the Bible,
“Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind. For he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.”
Psalms 107:8-9
So why is thankfulness so powerful? And if I’m not very thankful, how do I move towards that?
Today we discuss all about thankfulness. We reflect on the historical origins of Thanksgiving. We touch on the decline in societal appreciation for spiritua...2023-12-2558 min
Breaking Trail#75: Your Wonderful Spiritual Potential | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 5When we surpass the illusions regarding our identity, we can experience that we are actually wonderful sparks of the Supreme Soul. We are spiritual, eternal beings, but we are also subordinate servants.
So what is the covering that makes us unable to reallize this deeply comforting truth in our lives? Is it possible that this covering is why we came to this material world in the first place?
Today we dive into the concept of false ego, illusion and misguidance, and we discuss how Jesus taught us to become free of all these coverings. We...2023-12-1559 min
Breaking Trail#74: The Difference Between Matter & Life | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 4“But we know that if the earthly tent, which is our house, is torn down, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Indeed, in this house, we groan, longing to be in our heavenly house.” 2 Corinthians 5:1
Today we explore the distinction between the material and spiritual worlds. We delve into the concept of false ego and the eternal nature of the spiritual self, contrasting it with the temporary nature of material existence.
Drawing from spiritual texts such as the Bhagavad-gita and the Holy Bible, we discuss the c...2023-12-0154 min
Breaking Trail#73: You are Not Your Body | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 3The essence of spiritual life is understanding that I am not made of flesh and blood. I am not my body; I am the spirit soul inside. The Bible makes this very clear in verses such as “though our outer body is decaying, yet our inner body is being renewed day by day” and “flesh and blood cannot inherit the Kingdom of God”.
Unfortunately, many times these verses are not fully appreciated and understood. Today we look closer at these verses in the light of the yoga wisdom. We explore our very essence and the purpose of it all; f...2023-11-2459 min
Breaking TrailNew Series: The Heart of JesusMaybe you see yourself as a Christian, but struggle to find satisfying answers to your doubts? Or maybe you’re curious on understanding the concept of God and religion through a non-sectarian perspective?
In our new podcast series “The Heart of Jesus”, we help those whose hearts are ready to get a deeper understanding of Jesus’ life and teachings. As Jesus himself put it, “I have much more to say to you, but right now it would be more than you could understand.” (John 16-12)
Through study of both the Bible and Yoga texts, we debunk the m...2023-11-1902 min
Breaking Trail#72: What is a True Christian? | Heart of Jesus - Ep. 2Today we explore the essence of Christianity and what it truly means to be a Christian. Going to church every Sunday does not really make us religious, and being religious is not a denominational label or a cause for division.
We are all children of the same Father, and acting upon that fact is rather what makes a person religious. As you’ll hear us discuss, Jesus didn't try to convert anyone but just spoke the truth to anyone who would listen.
Following in his footsteps, we explore the reality that we are spiritual beings havi...2023-11-191h 01
Breaking Trail#71: The Heart of Jesus - Ep. 1He is probably the most known person in the world. We hear a lot about his death, but know little about his life and what he actually taught. Some say he was a Christian, others that he was a yogi. Some claim he was God, others that he was a lover of God. And some even see his life as mere fairy tales.
Who was Jesus? And what was the heart of his teachings?
We explore the many misconceptions surrounding Jesus’ life and teachings and reflect upon the commercialization of Christmas and the overshadowing of its...2023-11-121h 13
Breaking TrailThe Heart of Jesus - TrailerMaybe you see yourself as a Christian, but struggle to find satisfying answers to your doubts? Or maybe you’re curious on understanding the concept of God and religion?
In our new podcast series “The Heart of Jesus”, we help those whose hearts are ready to understand Jesus’ teachings through a non-sectarian approach; including Eastern philosophy and contemporary Christian theology. As Jesus himself put it, “I have much more to say to you, but right now it would be more than you could understand” (John 16-12).
Through study of both the Bible and Vedic texts, we help you...2023-11-121h 13
Breaking Trail#70: The Reality of PornographyIn average, the first exposure our kids have to pornography is when they are 10 years old. This is one of the consequences of a a culture that promotes sexualization and indulgence.
And the fact is that sexual addiction is one of the hardest to overcome—physically changing the functioning of the brain—which is probably why the pornography industry is valued at over 100$ billion dollars per year worldwide.
From addiction to exploitation, today we peel back the layers to uncover uncomfortable truths on pornography, and offer real solutions. We emphasize the power of love over lust...2023-11-0452 min
Breaking Trail#69: Deep WorkDrawing inspiration from the book "Deep Work" by Cal Newport, we explore how our modern society's constant distractions and focus on surface-level engagement hinder us from experiencing meaningful introspection and genuine growth.
We reflect on the impact of technology, social media, and the lack of solitude in our daily lives, preventing us from immersing ourselves in focused, uninterrupted thought. You’ll hear about an interesting encounter during one of Balakhilya’s mountain hikes and learn the importance of deepen our meditation practice to tap into our true potential.
Touching upon faith and the erosion of tradi...2023-10-2545 min
Breaking Trail#68: What Creates a Mass Shooter?In the US there has been average 2 mass shootings per day this year, and more than 25000 deaths from gun violence. What can be done to stop this escalation?
In this episode we look at the phenomenon of mass shooting on an individual level, and get to the root cause of what it is that actually creates a mass shooter.
As you’ll hear, the problem isn’t simply the guns. Mass shootings were not occurring as frequently in the past even when more households owned guns. The problem lies rather in a complete breakdown of moral...2023-10-211h 04
Breaking Trail#67: Is Money All Bad?Many people with a spiritual inclination feel that there is something dirty about money. Like money in itself is bad. But is that always true?
Today we explore the complex topic of money; its role in society and its impact on individuals' lives. Through verses and teachings from ancient yoga scriptures, we highlight the significance of serving a higher purpose and transcending material desires associated with money.
As you’ll hear, money is just “green energy”. What we do with that energy determines whether it’ll be good or bad, just like we choose what to do wi...2023-10-171h 06
Breaking Trail#66: The Spiritual Journey of Phenop dasToday we have a very special guest with us: Phenop das, an old-time friend of Balakhilya. He shares an incredible story that takes us from living of jungle fruits on the island of Kauai to finding spiritual guidance and discovering the true path to happiness.
Phenop recounts the challenges and encounters that finally led him to meet his spiritual teacher. And as you’ll hear, his journey is filled with unexpected twists and turns. He shares in a heartfelt way the teachings that resonated with his heart, and the transformations that took place within.
Through Ph...2023-10-081h 29
Breaking Trail#65: Conquer Anger from WithinFor you, maybe it comes out as frustration, irritation, self-pity or just anger at the universe itself. But in any form, anger completely disconnects us from our true spiritual nature. And as long as we hold on to it, we are hindered from making any spiritual advancement.
So what can I do about my anger? And why is it there in the first place?
As you’ll hear, because anger actually stems from the heart, the solution is to purify the heart. We need to convert lust back into its real state of compassion, care, and...2023-09-121h 02
Breaking Trail#64: Respect Your Elders? The Downfall of UpbringingIt’s hard to overestimate the value of a supportive upbringing. An upbringing that teaches children the essential value of respect. When missing, as generally we see in today’s society, the consequences are disastrous - for generations to come.
In this episode we explore the impact of upbringing on a personal and societal level, and reflect on the effect that the technological revolution has had on our kids. Balakhilya looks back at his own childhood, a time when life was simpler, without the constant distraction of cell phones and excessive technology use. With this as an exam...2023-08-1259 min
Breaking Trail#63: Getting Older - What Can I Do About It?They call old age the “golden years”. A time to rest and enjoy all the things you never had time to enjoy before. The only problem then is that your body is too old to enjoy all the worldly pleasures, and there is an increasing amount of pain and discomfort associated with living in this world. We have the same desires as always but a body that is unable to fulfill those desires.
This podcast is from we sat down for a reality check on old age. Because after all, if you know the truth, the picture isn’...2023-07-2948 min
Breaking Trail#62: How to Follow My Heart in Life?How do I know what to really do with my life? And how can I discern between material and spiritual desires when I try to follow my heart?
Tune in for a heartfelt and personal podcast, where Balakhilya tells the story of his finding deeper purpose and direction in life. We discuss the analogy of scuba diving: when we go beyond the shallow reef to greater depths, a hidden world is revealed to us which is not visible from the surface. Just like that, we need to dive deeper to discover the greater truth of spirituality.
2023-07-2256 min
Breaking Trail#61: The Two Spiritual Paths - Impersonalism vs PersonalismImagine choosing between coca cola and freshly pressed sugarcane juice; just like our tastes differ, so do our spiritual paths. Some prefer to relate to the ocean of light or the impersonal path, while others embrace the personal form of the Supreme Lord.
While at first the paths run parallel to each other—recognizing our true identity beyond the physical body and caring for the welfare of all—as we progress, a crucial decision awaits. Will we accept the existence of a Supreme Person or immerse ourselves in the ocean of light?
Guided by the most...2023-07-081h 01
Breaking Trail#60: We Need to be Perfectly Attached - Finding Shelter in the Eternal“I was in a concrete bunker when the world outside exploded in a huge nuclear holocaust. I was watching my relatives and friends melting into the ground around me, and I was completely helpless”
Reflecting on a dream Ruben just had, we dive into the topic of how to actually help others—and how to deal with feelings of insecurity in relation to this world. Many spiritual seekers think that non-attachment is the goal, while Balakhilya explains that it’s quite the opposite.
Yes, material attachments to friends, family and spouse have the power to break ou...2023-07-021h 10
Breaking Trail#59: Connecting with the Divine - The Real Meaning of YogaYoga has become increasingly popular in recent years, with people of all ages and backgrounds seeking its numerous benefits, such as reduced stress and anxiety, increased flexibility and strength, and improved overall health.
But what is the essence of yoga, and its ultimate goal?
In this episode of Breaking Trail, Balakhilya shares his journey towards discovering his true self and finding true happiness through Bhakti yoga. Or more specifically, how he met his spiritual guide and how that changed his entire perspective on life.
You’ll hear us discuss the importance of having an...2023-06-251h 32
Breaking Trail#58: Moving Forward in Spiritual Life - What’s the Next Step?You’ve come to realise that you want to live a more spiritually oriented life. Now what?
This episode is centred around a question a friend of Ruben had for him, namely what the next step is if one wants to develop spiritually. What practices are important, and if I’d like to make some form of plan; how should it look?
Answering the question, we discuss the danger of relying on our senses to come to understand the Absolute Truth. We need to rely on authentic knowledge and perfect teachers rather than relying on our...2023-06-141h 01
Breaking Trail#57: The Decline of Morality - Lessons from the Golden Rule“Treat others the way you want them to treat you” - a simple and powerful philosophy, but also just an empty philosophy if we fail to actually implement it.
In this episode, we discuss the decline of morality in modern society through the example of Balakhilya’s father, who lived by the golden rule and always upheld a high standard of moral living. Through this perspective we delve into topics such as forgiveness, false ego, and the importance of practice in implementing a spiritual philosophy into one's daily life. You’ll also hear us question the current societal...2023-06-1155 min
Breaking Trail#56: What To Do if You're Caught in an Avalanche?You’ve just been caught by an avalanche, and you're now rock stuck underneath a deep layer of hard-packed snow. You're helpless. You're stuck.
There is nothing you can do materially. And thinking positively will not change the reality of the situation you’re in. But you're still you; the spirit soul inside the body. You are still feeling and longing.
So what CAN you do? You, the spirit soul, can find spiritual shelter and comfort through meditating on transcendental sound. This supreme protection doesn't weigh anything in your backpacking, doesn't cost anything, and never fail...2023-04-1652 min
Breaking Trail55: Thankfulness Leads to DeterminationWe have a choice to make in life. I can be immersed in meditation upon the things I don’t have - I can meditate upon how difficult my life is, how I don’t deserve the hardships that come my way - and fuel the fire of anger.
Or I can meditate upon the things I do have, and be thankful for that: we have a human body to use for spiritual realization, we have arms and legs with which we can serve others, and since you are reading this you have been given the opportunity to d...2023-03-181h 03
Breaking Trail#54: The Prostitute Who Became a Saint500 years ago in India lived a spiritual personality of extraordinary character and devotion, called Haridas Thakur. Due to their unfortunate team-spirit, both the Muslims and Hindus rejected him as he failed to abide to any particular process or religion. Joined by their envy of Haridas, they planned to send a prostitute to his home and defame him by catching him in the act of engaging in sexual activity with her.
Needless to say, their plan completely backfired. In the end, Haridas Thakur became even more glorified, while the prostitute became a great spiritual teacher whose advice was...2023-03-0543 min
Breaking Trail#53: What to Tell a Dying Man?A relative to a friend of Ruben is right now on his deathbed, in the later stages of cancer. And sooner or later, you and me might also be in a similar situation—facing the reality that at any time, one of our loved ones will leave this world.
We might feel confused, uncertain, uncomfortable, or simply overwhelmed by emotions. But when this time comes, it’s time for us to lift ourselves above all of that and be of real service as that person is leaving this world.
This episode is a recording from when...2023-02-2759 minBreaking TrailWhat to Tell a Dying Man?The uncle of Linn (Ruben’s wife) is right now on his deathbed, in the later stages of cancer. And sooner or later, you’ll probably be in a similar situation—facing the reality that at any time, one of your loved ones will leave this world.
You might feel confused, uncertain, uncomfortable, or simply overwhelmed by emotions. But when this time comes, it’s time for you to lift yourself above all of that.
This episode is a recording from when Ruben asked Balakhilya: What to tell a dying man?
Highlights:
(0:00) Ruben in...2023-02-201h 02
Breaking Trail#52: Service is Our Natural Function | Who Am I? - Part 3We learned from the previous episodes how we are actually an eternal spark of life, a spirit soul. Now what? Do we just kind of float around and exist, that’s it?
No - we have an eternal function, an activity in which we align with our true selves and find true happiness. And that is to serve others, and serve the Supreme.
Like Bob Dylan sang back in 85:
“You may be a preacher with your spiritual pride
You may be a city councilman taking bribes on the side
You may be workin’ in a b...2023-01-3049 min
Breaking Trail#51: You Will Never Die | Who Am I? - Part 2We learned last week that we are not our bodies; neither our gross physical body or our subtle mental body. This time we dive deeper into the truth that we don’t stop existing at the time of death.
You, me, and everyone else - indeed everything around you that shows the symptoms of a life particle being present (including animals & trees) - are the life of the body. And live never ceases to be.
“Never was there a time when I did not exist, nor you, nor all these kings, nor in the future shal...2023-01-1634 min
Breaking Trail#50: Your Body is a Vehicle | Who Am I? - Part 1“Perfection starts with the perfect understanding that I’m not the body. That’s a perfect truth, a perfect realization.”
If you don’t know who you are, how could it ever be possible to know where to go and what to do with your life?
Without knowing you you are, you cannot solve any of the problems you’ll face in life; not feeling complete satisfied, struggling with the temporary material body, feeling like you don’t fit in, and so on.
This is the first part of a 3-part series on “Who Am I?”, wher...2022-12-1838 min
Breaking Trail#49: Death of a Loved One - A Conversation with Family Left BehindLosing a loved one is one of the hardest things we go through in life. A few months ago we recorded episode #29 with Madhavendra Puri dasi as our guest, where she spoke about living with the terminal disease of ALS and facing death without fear.
This time we’re joined by a family who suddenly lost a wife, mother and grandmother, as Madhavendra very recently passed away. We feel very fortunate and humbled to be let into the inner world and feelings of a family that all live a yoga meditation lifestyle.
How is the an...2022-06-181h 08
Breaking Trail#48: There is HopeThere is really no hope—for the material body. Nor for the material utopia we sometimes dream about. But there is real hope for you, the spirit soul.
What is that hope?
Coming to know about and gradually realize your true nature as eternally joyful, vibrant, and youthful. And we can move forward in that direction—if we choose to do so.
Highlights:
(2:14) Ruben shares story of how he and his family went for a concert tour for nursing homes, sharing the message of “There is hope”(11:19) There’s so much difficulty in the world. But...2022-06-1159 min
Breaking Trail#47: How to Build Internal StrengthWe can always find excuses to not do what we should do. But if we’re wishy washy, we are not going to be successful in life. Building internal strength and determination is an absolute necessity, and we do that by following the time-proven and scientific Bhakti Yoga process.
Highlights:
(1:47) If we make a focused effort to apply the process of Bhakti Yoga, that will keep us in the mode of goodness and keep lethargy and sluggishness away. Some tips from Balakhilya: exercise, spend time in nature, sing, and stay away from eating meat.(18:44) The two di...2022-05-2855 min
Breaking Trail#46: Facing an Ice Storm“The wind picked up more and more. And snow is one thing, because it doesn't hurt your face, but this was ice-water-snow. So it hurt your face that much you had to cover it all, and when that ice slush hits your glasses that gets totally covered as well.
But just that feeling of having the GPS-watch… I had the direction of the cabin, but for three hours all you could see was two meters in front of you at best, and we had to put our ski poles in front of us to feel what was up a...2022-05-1441 min
Breaking Trail#45: Lust vs Real Love - Part 2We are all hungry for real love, but nothing but the real thing will ever satisfy that hunger. In that way, lust is not bad, it’s just a manifestation of an inner spiritual hunger, a desire that comes out in a perverted or distorted way.
The good news is that all we need to do is to come out of the influence of the current of lust, and place ourselves under the influence of spiritual love. But that requires a decision from us to listen to and repeat the Absolute Truth - and thus remember who we...2022-05-0159 min
Breaking Trail#44: Lust vs Real Love - Part 1Real love has become so rare that we barely even know what it means any more. What we think is love is often just lust in disguise; that is, based on mutual exploitation and sense enjoyment.
Consequently, instead of living the life we are meant to live—a life of inner satisfaction, contentment and harmony—we suffer from jealousy, anger, bitterness and anxiety in our relationships toward others. Regardless if it’s our partner, family, friends or colleagues.
“Therefore, lust and are quite different. Lust is like dense darkness, but love is like the bright sun.” Ch...2022-04-231h 11
Breaking Trail#43: The Connection Between Food & Mental HealthIf we want to feel good and be happy, what we eat is one of the most important factors to consider. We all know that some foods are healthier than others, but fewer know that different foods will impact our mental condition in a specific direction.
Depending on what food we eat, we come under the influence of one of the 3 modes of material nature (psychological forces); goodness, passion, or ignorance. As a consequence of this choice, we may experience agitation, anxiety, depression, stress—or peace of mind and heart.
“Foods in the mode of good...2022-04-151h 04
Breaking Trail#42: Discipline Leads to HappinessAll genuine spiritual processes are based on discipline. And even if you strive for material success, you will still need to apply the spiritual principles of hard work, respect, discipline, and a higher goal.
This episode was inspired by Emma Raducanu, the 18-year old tennis star who won the US Open in September 2021, who explained that her success was due to her hard training and discipline at home, inspired by a grandmother who had such a determination that nothing could bring her down. You’ll hear us talk a lot about the role of parents, and how th...2022-04-111h 13
Breaking Trail#41: What Does ‘Spiritual’ Mean?We always promote people to engage in a spiritual lifestyle, but what does ‘spiritual’ really mean then? Is it (or does it have to be) cosmic, filled with experiences of higher vibrations, or based on some drug-induced alternate states of consciousness?
Spiritual life really means a gradual evolution of soul toward the Absolute Truth, culminating in the topmost satisfaction of a loving relationship between the Supreme Soul and us, the spirit soul. In other words, spiritual life means experiencing a change of heart. And nothing else will truly satisfy us.
Highlights:
(9:04) The advertised version of s...2022-04-031h 06
Breaking Trail#40: Take Responsibility for Your LifeThere are a lot of misunderstanding about what spiritual life really is. Including the idea that if you don’t care about personal hygiene or your appearance, if you are very poor, or refuse to make any plans for the future but choose to float around in a careless bubble of “be here now”—you’re somehow a spiritual person.
If we really to want to taste the happiness of genuine spiritual life, we need to learn how to live a life of full responsibility. There is no need to renounce the world. You can be a busy mothe...2022-03-2957 min
Breaking Trail#39: Shelter in the Eye of the StormThe storms of this material world comes in many forms; war, conflict, being hurt by someone we love, feelings of anxiety, loneliness, and so on. We try to find comfort and shelter in friends, family, career, prestige, or even in drugs and alcohol. But as hard as we try, the shelter we strive for always seems to slip through our fingers.
Nothing lasts in this world. So how can I safely rest not only my body, but my mind and heart too? How do I find shelter in the eye of the storm?
Highlights:
(4:02...2022-03-2055 min
Breaking Trail#38: Faith vs FanaticismDue to so many religious fanatics (though fanaticism really has nothing to do with real religion), we tend to think that having faith is a dangerous thing. Actually, without faith, one can never make any real progress. But such faith does not come from joining a certain team and blindly aligning with whatever so-called truths are put forward.
So what is the process by which faith is developed?
Easily summarized:
Step 1. Apply this to your lifeStep 2. Take a step back and see if things are changing in your life, if your heart is changingStep 3. Ask yourself: “Do...2022-03-121h 08
Breaking Trail#37: Achieve Real ProgressSociety is definitely making huge progress—going nowhere really fast. Material sense gratification has replaced spiritual growth, and is now the standard of civilization. We always try to get ahead of everyone else; whether it’s within sports, career, or family life.
We all need to take a step back and ask ourselves; “Is the world as a whole, the people on planet Earth, are we as individuals more happy?” When we do, we see that our striving for so-called progress takes us further away from the ultimate goal of happiness. The house of cards is falling down. An...2022-03-051h 07
Breaking Trail#36: Who is a True Guru?Did you ever try to learn tennis simply by reading a book?
Or tried figure out physics simply through your own speculations?
The need for a teacher is obvious in any field, and spiritual life is no different. In fact, it’s an absolute necessity;
“The Vedic wisdom therefore advises that in order to solve the perplexities of life and to understand the science of the solution, one must approach a spiritual master who is in the disciplic succession.”
But to many of us, the word ‘Guru’ or ‘Spiritual master’ may be associated with exploitation, mystic tricks, and dominating...2022-02-271h 07
Breaking Trail#35: Does Truth Really Exist?In a society characterized by conflict and “hair-splitting sophistry”, we might be attracted to solve the discords by concluding, “Whatever, all roads lead to the same place!” But giving in to wishy-washy philosophy in order to avoid conflict is not being truthful. And it won’t do anyone any good. Jesus said, “You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free”. And the opposite is equally true; without truth, we are imprisoned.
So how can we understand the idea of absolute truth? Is everything just relative to our perspective, or are there some universal axioms that th...2022-02-211h 01
Breaking Trail#34: Having Fun is the Goal | Chandra SchuettChandra is an exceptionally talented, well-spoken freelance type of guy; yet incredibly humble and reflective. The words we used the most in this episode was Fun, followed by Skiing - Chanting - Feel - Nice - Friends - Smoothies - Biking. Tells you something about the guy.
Only 23 years old, he has already been invited to go to the Olympic Games as part of the Canadian Taekwondo team (an invitation he declined, thinking “there are so many other things you can do”), had a brief career as a model/actor, built a 630m2 retreat center together with his...2022-02-111h 13
Breaking Trail#33: Is Hell for Real?“Follow us, surrender, or you will go to hell!” The concept of Hell is often used as a way to control and instil fear in people. For some people (like Ruben), this faulty presentation of hell may lead to a full rejection of anything that has to do with religion. After all, why would a loving father punish his obstinate children with a torment that has no end?
Tune in for a full picture of the concept of hell; an explanation that leaves no blind spots, and no room for speculation. Because like Ruben, you deserve to know...2022-02-041h 12
Breaking Trail#32: Have Faith in 2022Let’s really make 2022 a new year; not just a different year. In today’s episode we hope to give you courage and faith to cross the bridge of change, toward a life of genuine happiness and inner fulfilment. We touch on various topics such as the importance of thankfulness, how internal motivation is really the only way forward, and how we need to get out of the ‘I am the number one’-consciousness to really be happy.
Remember, every thousand-mile journey starts with one small step. And maybe this episode is that one small step for you....2022-01-281h 06
Breaking Trail#31: How to Stop FaultfindingWe all tend to find faults in others, instead of seeing (and working with) our own shortcomings. And the basic problem is us expecting perfection in the material world. We think that if other people and all material situations are as ideal as we want them to be, then we will be happy. Which couldn’t be further from the truth.
In this talk, Balakhilya and Ruben discuss how by following a spiritual path (and shifting our association) we gradually develop an aversion to faultfinding. Instead of looking at the faults of others we become aware of ou...2022-01-211h 04
Breaking Trail#30: Hate to Burst Your Bubble, But…We all try to find a stable, comfortable situation in this world, and make that our ‘bubble’. The problem is, this world is ever-changing. And so as my bubbles burst, as they inevitably do, we may feel like the rug is pulled out from under our feet; whether it be a relationship that ends, a loved one that dies, that we lose our job, or we face instability and conflict in our society.
In this talk Balakhilya reflects on how the bubble of his seemingly stable situation in Kazakhstan suddenly burst and the reality of this world came...2022-01-1459 min
Breaking Trail#29: Living with a Terminal Disease | Madhavendra Puri dasi9 years ago, she was diagnosed with the terminal disease of ALS. But that hasn’t stopped her from leading a meditation center in Toronto, Canada, and inspiring countless of people with her positive outlook and focus on the internal world. As she says herself, “the disease is an opportunity to turn within”.
In today's talk you get to meet and learn from Madhavendra Puri dasi, an old-time friend of Balakhilya. You’ll hear us discuss how real life is the interior world of spiritual life; when our external life starts collapsing we need to have an internal world to...2022-01-081h 16
Breaking Trail#28: Finding HomeWhat if you knew you had a friend somewhere in this world who had a sanctuary, his very own place, a piece of land that he himself owned, and where none of the world's turbulence and conflict could reach?
Where the people who lived there were just nice to each other, listened and respected each other. Where peace, tranquility and happiness prevailed. A place you knew you could go to if things got too crazy, a place you were welcome to, safe. Free. In this place, you did not have to worry anymore, did not have to...2022-01-031h 04
Breaking Trail#27: Adapting to a Changing WorldThe world around us is changing rapidly. And many of us feel great stress & worry as a result. But actually, feeling stressed and in anxiety in a changing world is natural for the spirit soul. Just as it is natural for fish to be suffering and unhappy when he is not in the water.
So how to truly find a shelter in the storm? How can I live fearlessly, deal with the grief of losing someone, or find myself in the middle of all of this? In today’s talk we discuss how to adapt to a ch...2021-12-241h 03
Breaking Trail#26: Finding a Spiritual Guide - Part 2It sometimes seems like the whole world is going full speed off track. With no proper spiritual leadership guiding the way forward, moral standards have been replaced by ‘just do what you feel like’. In part 2 of Finding a Spiritual Guide, we discuss how you and me can be lights in the world, an inspiration for others.
As an ancient Vedic text states, “Whatever action is performed by a great man, common men follow in his footsteps. And whatever standards he sets by exemplary acts, all the world pursues” (Bhagavad-gita As It Is, 3:21).
Highlights:
(5:30) Moral gu...2021-12-1036 min
Breaking Trail#25: Finding a Spiritual Guide - Part 1Polar night has just started at Ruben’s house in Tromsø, Norway—the sun is gone and will be back by the end of January again. This, together with the outdoor temperatures of -18°C, inspired us to cosy up about the fireplace and speak about how to be able to maintain an inner warmth through cold and dark times, the importance of being adaptable in this world and how we tend to project happiness on things that really have no pleasure in them.
This all leads up to an inspiring story and discussion around how Balakhilya met hi...2021-12-0642 min
Breaking Trail#24: Misuse of Human LifeIt is a fact that we humans have wrecked havoc on the planet. Not only are we causing irreversible changes to ecosystems all over the world, but also created societies plagued by greed, anger, and division. These are all results of our misusing the opportunity we have in the human form of life.
In today’s talk we speak about how humans have power above all other creatures, and it can be used for either good or bad. What separates humans from animals is our capacity for spiritual realization—escaping the entanglement of material existence, and working for...2021-11-261h 46
Breaking Trail#23: Why Mindfulness?‘Mindfulness’ has become a buzzword that is used both in business world (often as a means to achieve material success) as well among spiritual seekers (often as a means to quiet the mind). But the fact is, most mindfulness techniques are not spiritual at all; just being mindful of the present does not satisfy the soul. And whether mindfulness is spiritually beneficial or not depends upon what one is mindful of.
So what is the real importance and function of mindfulness, and how can it help us in our quest for self-discovery? Why should I practice mindfulness?
2021-11-1658 min
Breaking Trail#22: Habits - the Good, the Bad, and the UglyRepetition of a certain behaviour creates habits, and many of those truly control our lives. We may have some good habits, bad ones, or even some really ugly ones. We all know that it is very easy to get into bad habits - you do not need to make an effort to do it. But while bad habits start with some sweet taste to them, they always turn out very bitter.
In this episode we take a closer look at how we with knowledge and determination can make good choices and get good results for our lives...2021-11-051h 42
Breaking Trail#21: How to Prepare for Death“For one who is born, death is certain” - Bhagavad-gita 2.27
A few months ago, a friend of ours started having a minor headache. The day afterwards, it got a lot worse with vomiting and extreme pain. She went into a coma. The doctors diagnosed her with brain cancer. The day after, they operated and found out that the brain was already dead. From perfectly healthy to leaving her body - it was all over in 4 days.
Death is probably one of the most painful and scary experiences in life. We are usually trying to run away...2021-10-261h 25
Breaking Trail#20: How Alcohol Affects Us & SocietyWe all know that alcohol abuse causes tremendous negative impacts for individuals and society. The cost of excessive alcohol use in the US alone reaches around $249 billion every year. And the aggression and violence that comes from such an abuse has tremendous impacts through broken families, traumatised children, etc.
But a recent scientific study of 25 000 individuals point to the fact that there is no safe amount, that all alcohol consumption is harmful to the brain - something the Vedas have made clear since time immemorial. In this episode we take a closer look at the most wide-spread...2021-10-221h 29
Breaking Trail#19: Thriving in the Age of Chaos | Kali Yuga Part 2When we go for winter hikes in freezing temperature, knowing that unforeseen things may happen and that the cold can create dangerous situations, we prepare for it properly and adjust our clothing, food, travel plans, etc. Just like that, in our last talk we described how this is a difficult time period - Kali Yuga, the age of chaos and confusion.
And it is progressively getting more and more difficult. The four pillars of pious life - cleanliness, truthfulness, austerity and mercy - are basically gone and the main focus in the society now is a constant race for...2021-10-191h 28
Breaking Trail#18: Living in the Age of Chaos | Kali Yuga Part 1Kali Yuga - the age of chaos and confusion, the age of conflicts and wars, duplicity and corruption. This is the time epoch we are living in right now. Just as we have seconds, year, minutes, millennia, we also have 4 time periods - each with a certain duration, and each with particular characteristics.
If you’d like to see proof, just go online, listen to the news or read the newspaper - and you will see the full spectrum of Kali yuga. Surprisingly, in the Vedic literature, written over 5000 years ago, Kali yuga was predicted and is ex...2021-10-151h 30
Breaking Trail#17: Find Shelter in the EternalJesus said, “Don’t build your house on the sea shore in low tide”. The truth is, it’s our nature to have a permanent, stable situation. That’s why everybody’s trying to achieve it. Because in the spiritual world, there is no birth, no death - you’re not struggling to hold on to anything, because it’s not trying to run away from you.
In today’s episode we speak about various topics related to the temporary nature of this world - and where a true shelter can be found. You’ll hear Balakhilya explain how faith co...2021-10-1254 min
Breaking TrailHow Singing Changes the Brain“Group singing has been scientifically proven to lower stress, relieve anxiety, and elevate endorphins.” Are you wondering why we are always ending our episodes with a small music meditation? We take a closer look at the powerful physical and mental benefits of kirtan - an ancient form of meditation focused on the hearing and repeating of mantras, accompanied by music.
Article discussed:
https://ideas.time.com/2013/08/16/singing-changes-your-brain/2021-10-0812 min
Breaking Trail#16: What is My Duty?“Non-violence, truthfulness, honesty, desire for the welfare & happiness of all others, and freedom from lust, anger, and greed, constitute duties for all member of society”
We speak a lot about our rights, but how about our responsibilities? What is my duty as a human being in this world, that will provide for a peaceful and prosperous society? In this episode we talk about how the universal duty for all human beings is to desire the welfare & happiness of all others. You’ll hear about the importance of not just present opinions but the actual truth, the difference betwee...2021-10-051h 31
Breaking Trail#15: Career, Motivation & Spiritual Life | Jonathan AmanteaIn his younger years he was known as Firebird, a well-known personality in the nightclub hosting community in Toronto, Canada. At the time his life was seeking pleasure through late nights, intoxication and partying but when his health started to decline he figured that something had to change. He wasn’t happy and realized that the lifestyle he was leading wasn’t the answer.
In this episode we sit down for a chat with Jonathan who is currently a highly successful real estate sales person in Toronto, an outstanding long-distance mountain biker, a father - but first and...2021-09-281h 12
Breaking Trail#14: The Hunter Who Became a SaintEverybody likes stories - and the Vedic literature is full of amazing stories that we can reflect upon. So today we would like to invite you to listen to the famous Vedic story about the hunter named Mrgari. This is a story close to Balakhilya’s heart, since he himself was hunting for a large part of his youth. It is a story about how a change of ones heart is made possible by listening with an open mind and heart, and following the guidance of a true spiritual teacher. Even one such meeting with a saintly person can ch...2021-09-211h 14
Breaking TrailReal Equality, Beyond ‘Us’ vs ‘Them’Society has become so radicalized, racially oriented, ‘us’ versus ‘them’. We are in dire need of absolute truth, an absolute platform to stand on, that can lead us in a direction of unity and true respect. The truth is that we all have different roles to fill in this world. We all have an equal intrinsic value as spirit souls - but just like in a car, every part of a car is not equal. They have different roles to play for the optimal function of the entire system, that ultimately is meant to make spiritual growth possible.
Highli...2021-09-0716 min
Breaking Trail#13: The 3 Psychological Influences that Control Us | Part 2“Your diet is not only what you eat. It's what you watch, what you listen to, what you read, the people you hang around… be mindful of the things you put into your body emotionally, spiritually, and physically.” What do we ‘eat’ with our consciousness? Which mode of material nature, or which influence, do we let ourselves be affected by? And what is the result?
In the second part of our discussion on the psychological influences that control us, we dive into a more practical discussion on how to affect how we are being influenced. And how we can liv...2021-08-311h 42
Breaking Trail#12: The 3 Psychological Influences that Control Us | Part 1Have you ever heard about three modes of material nature? Probably not, because most of the western people do not even know about its existence and influence upon us. Sattva-guna - mode of goodness, Raja-guna - mode of passion and Tama-guna - mode of ignorance — these are three different forces of material nature, that are influencing us every day. The food that we eat, the way that we interact with others, our likes and dislikes, our tendencies and desires are all under influence of these three modes of nature. Sometimes we are under the influence of the mode of go...2021-08-241h 53
Breaking Trail#11: How to Manage StressDid you know that stress is recognized as the #1 proxy killer disease today? The American Medical Association has noted that stress is the basic cause of more than 60% of all human illness and disease.
Statistics are cruel: 77 percent of people experience stress that affects their physical health. 73 percent of people have stress that impacts their mental health. And about 33 percent of people report feeling extreme stress and 32% said they had had suicidal thoughts and feelings because of stress.
In many cases depression and anxiety follow the longterm stress. Anger and violence caused by stress fructify...2021-08-171h 42
Breaking Trail#10: How to Go Beyond KarmaWhy is it that bad things happen to seemingly good people? Can I change my destiny, or am I predestined to follow a certain path in life? What did Jesus mean when he said “As you sow, so shall you reap”? In today’s episode, we look closer at karma, destiny, and the role of our free will.
You’ll first hear Balakhilya give a thorough explanation of the term ‘Karma’. Then we look closer at a misunderstanding that many people have; namely that we voluntarily choose to be born in a certain life situation, and that we do that d...2021-08-131h 40
Breaking Trail#9: The How and Why of MeditationMaybe you are already interested in making a spiritual journey, or maybe you are feeling stressed and would just like to improve your physical and mental situation? In whichever case, meditation is the method by which we can approach a more harmonious life. Less worry, more happy. But there are also huge misunderstandings regarding meditation, that we will investigate in today’s talk. You’ll learn all the ‘How’s and ‘Why’s of meditation, so that you can apply these techniques in your own life and reap all the material, psychological, and spiritual benefits.
Highlights:
(06:05) Mantras are...2021-08-101h 41
Breaking Trail#8: Life vs MatterHave you ever wondered what ‘life’ actually is? Still today, modern science has no clear idea of what ‘life’ means. Actually, life and matter are two completely different energies. Life is always alive, and matter is always dead. In today’s episode we look closer at the difference between matter and life, something that gives us the opportunity to truly understand questions such as “How can I truly feel alive?”. Understanding life itself also provides a solid foundation for coming to know who we are, and what our life is really for.
In our talk we speak about how a ro...2021-08-031h 35
Breaking Trail#7: Addictions, Drugs and SpiritualityIn today’s world, so many things pass as ‘spiritual’. But what does real spirituality actually mean, and what is the result of engaging in psychedelics, kundalini yoga, or thinking ‘I am everything’? In today’s talk we start off by discussing something Balakhilya’s dad told him in regards to intoxication, namely ‘If you don’t start anything you don’t have to quit’. Actually, all bona-fide spiritual processes teach refraining from intoxication as a prerequisite for spiritual development.
We speak about what can be the result of using psychedelics, how kundalini yoga can help us experience our true sp...2021-07-301h 45
Breaking Trail#6: Food, Lifestyle & VitalityHealth and vitality — who doesn’t want to have good health? We all do. So let’s talk about how to balance our bodies and minds simply through our food and lifestyle choices. It’s actually simple and easy to start a healthy lifestyle. The ancient Vedic wisdom gives us amazing insights into how the body actually works, and how we can live our lives to achieve real balance and vitality. It’s possible for us all. Balakhilya explains this and more in this podcast. Tune in to find out more about vegetarian food, the body as a machine, organic fo...2021-07-231h 37
Breaking Trail#5: The Truth Behind DeathDeath is the most painful and scary experience that we are facing in our life. Would it be the death of our family members, friends, lovers or even our pets. Or the fear of our own death which is always there in the back of our minds. Nevertheless, around 70% of the people have never had a conversation about death. But 60% think that there should be such a conversation. Today's talk is about the meaning of dying, what actually happens when you die, and how one can prepare for this moment. Because death is an unavoidable reality in this material...2021-07-201h 27
Breaking Trail#5: The Truth Behind DeathDeath can be the most painful and scary experience we face in our life. It can be the death of family members, friends, lovers or even our pets. And it also brings with it a lot of fear, especially of our own death, which is always there lurking in the back of our minds. Still, about 70% of us have never had a conversation about death. Can you imagine? And 60% of us would want to have such a conversation.
Today's talk is about the meaning of death, what actually happens when we die, and how we can prepare for that...2021-07-201h 27
Breaking Trail#4: How to Master the MindWe’ve probably all experienced how all sorts of unwanted things pop up in our heads-. So many people today struggle on the mental level, in the form of depression, anxiety, and restlessness. It is said that the mind can either be our best friend, or our worst enemy. But how do we make this a reality in our lives? Should we try to stop the thoughts, or is it possible to give the mind a productive direction?“If the yogi gives his mind a chance and does not restrain it, his mind will give facility to e...2021-07-171h 40
Breaking Trail#4: How to Master the MindWe’ve probably all experienced how all sorts of unwanted things pop up in our heads. So many people today struggle on the mental level, in the form of depression, anxiety, and restlessness. It is said that the mind can either be our best friend, or our worst enemy. But how do we make this a reality in our lives? Should we try to stop the thoughts, or is it possible to give the mind a productive direction?
“If the yogi gives his mind a chance and does not restrain it, his mind will give facility to enemies like lust...2021-07-161h 40
Breaking TrailCan't get no Satisfaction?As The Rolling Stones sang; “I can’t get no satisfaction”. Is true satisfaction possible, or are we meant to just accept that we will never really get there? We also discuss how we’re all sacrificing something for something else (and we’ve got to learn what’s really worth sacrificing for), the importance of staying true to oneself, and how meditation transformed one of New Zealand’s top rock bands in the 80s.Links:Prahlad and the Chants (former ‘Spies’) - https://www.praladandthechants.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and op...2021-07-131h 24
Breaking Trail#3: Can't Get No Satisfaction?As The Rolling Stones sang; “I can’t get no satisfaction”. Is true satisfaction possible, or are we meant to just accept that we will never really get there? We also discuss how we’re all sacrificing something for something else (and we’ve got to learn what’s really worth sacrificing for), the importance of staying true to oneself, and how meditation transformed one of New Zealand’s top rock bands in the 80s.
Highlights:
(2:00) How the Covid-situation creates hindrances for achieving the «happiness» we are used to(9:48) What can actually satisfy the soul? Discussion on cocaine, suicide, religion...2021-07-131h 24
Breaking Trail#2: What is the Root Cause of Jealousy?Jealousy: "The thoughts or feelings of insecurity, fear, and concern over a relative lack of possessions or safety". We’ve all experienced it. Studies show that even 5 month old babies experience it. But is it necessary? And is it natural? Today we discuss jealousy, why humility is essential to feel thankfulness, how to levitate (in the real meaning of the word), and how to bring a divided world together.
Highlights:
(7:49) - Jealousy is not normal for the pure soul(14:21) - We are jealous because we want to be the enjoyer(28:40) - Real thankfulness requires humility, realizing th...2021-07-091h 26
Breaking TrailJealousy & ThankfulnessJealousy: "The thoughts or feelings of insecurity, fear, and concern over a relative lack of possessions or safety". We’ve all experienced it. Studies show that even 2 month old babies experience it. But is it necessary? And is it natural? Today we discuss jealousy, why humility is essential to feel thankfulness, how to levitate (in the real meaning of the word), and how to bring a divided world together. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-07-061h 26
Breaking Trail#1: Break Trail - Stay True to Your SelfDo you also feel like you don't really fit in, like there's another calling? In this first episode of Breaking Trail, we dive into the question of how to be true to oneself. Knowing who I really am, and with proper guidance, I can stay true to myself and make a serious decision to change my life to achieve true happiness that lasts. Life is a big mystery when trying to follow the recipe to success and happiness laid out by society at large. Living in what's been called 'the Century of the Self', everything is about I, me, a...2021-07-061h 09Breaking TrailPromo: Life is a JourneyHow to deal with a racing mind? Why do I feel lonely or lost in the world? What happens at death? How do I find meaning in what I do every day? Breaking Trail is where you can get insights & inspiration to explore the unexplored. See video version on YouTube: https://bit.ly/breaktrail. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-07-0502 min
Breaking TrailBreak Trail: Stay True to Your SelfDo you also feel like you don't really fit in, like there's another calling? In this first episode of Breaking Trail, we dive into the question of how to be true to oneself. Life is a big mystery when trying to follow the recipe to success and happiness laid out by society at large. Living in what's been called 'the Century of the Self', everything is about I, me, and mine. The problem is, we are basing our idea of who we are on untruth. So it's an absolute necessity for us to dare to break ground, look into...2021-07-051h 09
Breaking TrailIntro | Never Give UpLife is a journey. It really is. It’s an eternal journey, because we are eternal. It’s not going to end when the body ends, this is just one blip on the radar. Life is a puzzle, but every little piece of the puzzle that you put in it’s proper place gives you a little better picture of the whole thing. So you add this piece, that piece, this bit, that bit, and pretty soon you’re inspired to go to a higher level. And not only physically but mentally, and not only mentally but consciously and spiritua...2021-07-0502 min