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Take Back Your MindReligious Wisdom in a Changing World with Rabbi Sharon BrousToday, Michael speaks with Rabbi Sharon Brous. Sharon is the senior and founding rabbi of IKAR, a leading-edge Jewish community based in Los Angeles, and the author of The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World, a national bestseller. She was named #1 on the Newsweek/The Daily Beast list of most influential Rabbis in America and has been recognized by The Forward and Jerusalem Post as among the most influential Jews alive today. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and The Washington Post, and her 2016 TED talk, “Re...2025-05-071h 07Take Back Your MindEstablishing Your Path Toward Whole Body Wellness with Koya WebbToday, Michael welcomes global lifestyle entrepreneur specializing in holistic well-being, Koya Webb. Known as a “transformational specialist,” Koya encourages sustainable lifestyle changes that maximize your ability to cultivate self-love, reverse life-threatening conditions, and experience optimal health through her Lifestyle Design Method. Koya’s “Get Loved Up” yoga school and community of teachers inspire millions worldwide to practice more self-care, social justice, and sustainable living. She is a highly regarded expert and editorial contributor with media outlets nationwide. Koya has appeared on NBC, CBS, The Steve Harvey Show, E! Entertainment, and Home & Family, and has worked with a roster of celebrity...2025-04-301h 04Take Back Your MindLiving in the Question: How Embracing Uncertainty Deepens Relationships & Fosters Growth with TJ WoodwardIn a world where division and uncertainty are prevalent, the need for genuine connection has never been more critical. But how can we remain connected when opinions diverge and times are unpredictable? The answer lies in cultivating curiosity by “Living in the question,” according to TJ Woodward. TJ is a bestselling author, inspirational speaker, and revolutionary recovery expert who has helped countless people through his simple yet powerful teachings. He’s a featured thought leader on WholeHearted.org along with Brené Brown, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Mark Lundholm, as well as a featured thought leader in the docuseri...2025-04-231h 03Take Back Your MindDesigning an Intentional Life with Sabrina SotoOn today’s episode, Michael chats it up with celebrated interior designer, TV host, and lifestyle expert known for inspiring and empowering audiences to create intentional, beautiful lives, Sabrina Soto. In her Hulu series, “The Sabrina Soto Show,” she blends her expertise in home design, wellness, and mindset to provide practical advice, innovative hacks, and heartfelt conversations with top experts in their fields. From her vibrant career on HGTV to her popular podcast, “Redesigning Life,” Sabrina has built a reputation for sharing actionable tips on manifestation, personal growth, and intentional living. Her approachable style and authenticity make her a trusted vo...2025-04-161h 03Take Back Your MindNavigating Grief & Building Layers of Connection with Dr. David HortonToday, Michael speaks with Dr. David Horton. David is a retired oncologist whose beloved wife and soulmate of 32 years, DeeDee, passed away from an inoperable brain tumor, plunging him into a profound grief that reshaped his outlook on life. At the time of DeeDee’s passing, she was finalizing edits on her inspired novel, Layer Upon Layer. David decided to finish and publish her book, experiencing insights that transformed his understanding of life, grief, and resilience while championing DeeDee’s legacy and message of women’s empowerment. During Michael and David’s conversation, they discuss: -David’s e...2025-04-091h 02Take Back Your MindStaying Hopeful While Waiting for Romantic LoveIs your patience around “calling in the one” starting to wear thin and you need a fresh perspective? Hear what Michael has to say on today’s Life Question of the Week! For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take B...2025-04-0406 minTake Back Your MindThe Future of Consciousness: Spirituality in the Age of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with Vishen LahkianiToday, Michael welcomes Vishen Lakhiani. Vishen is an inspirational keynote speaker, educational activist, three-time New York Times bestselling author, and one of the leading minds in self-improvement and human consciousness. As the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, the foremost provider of online education for personal growth, he has created a platform that includes a variety of highly esteemed health and wellness applications. Vishen’s mind-training techniques have been widely used and endorsed by professional athletes across major sports leagues including the NBA, NFL, and US Open Tennis, proving their effectiveness in optimizing human performance at the highest level. Today, Vi...2025-04-0246 minTake Back Your MindRedefining Modern Masculinity Through Mindfulness, Failure & The Courage to Feel with Scott GraceToday, Michael welcomes Scott Grace. Scott is a highly sought-after singer, speaker, workshop leader, conscious stand-up comedian, author, and life coach who rose to prominence opening for personal growth luminaries like Deepak Chopra, Louise Hay, Ram Dass, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Marianne Williamson, among many others. Today, he is a life coach who assists men in taking charge of their growth so they can make a positive impact on the world with their masculinity. In his book, Mindful Masculinity: A Book for Men and the Women Who Love Them, Scott uses humor and personal insight–sometimes under th...2025-03-261h 06Take Back Your MindFinding Your Creative Voice: Storytelling Through Comedy & Spirituality with Diarra KilpatrickToday, Michael welcomes Diarra Kilpatrick. Diarra is an Emmy-nominated actress, writer, and producer. She created and stars in the hit mystery dramedy series, “Diarra From Detroit”. The first season landed rave reviews and a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. She also created and starred in “American Koko,” an ABC digital original series executive-produced by Viola Davis. She also appeared as a series regular on HBO's “Perry Mason” as Clara Drake, among other acting and writing credits. Diarra's first love is theater. Her one-woman show, “The Devil is Beating His Wife,” was nominated for an NAACP Theater Award for "Best Playwright," one of several award...2025-03-191h 10Take Back Your MindThe Inner Fitness Revolution with Tina LiffordToday, Michael welcomes back Tina Lifford. Tina is a Hollywood veteran who has played over 100 characters in her long-standing career, most notably the vivacious Aunt Vi on the critically acclaimed television drama Queen Sugar. Outside of acting, Tina is a visionary thought leader, author, speaker, and the strategist and architect behind The Inner Fitness Project, bringing her deep wisdom, personal experience, and respect for the human condition that supports internal transformation, healing, and resilience-building. She teaches the idea that nurturing the internal Self is how we can live life well and thrive. Her book, The Little Book of BIG...2025-03-121h 08Take Back Your MindHow to Trust Yourself & Overcome Self-Doubt with Tama KievesToday, Michael welcomes Tama Kieves. Tama is a best-selling author, sought-after speaker, and visionary career/success coach, who has helped thousands worldwide to discover, launch, and thrive in the life, calling, and work of their dreams. An honors graduate of Harvard Law School, Tama left her law practice to write and help others live and breathe their most meaningful self-expression. She’s been featured in USA Today, Oprah media, TEDx, and more; leads online programs, has been on the faculty of premier holistic venues, and has taught A Course in Miracles for years.Her recently released (as of yesterday!) gr...2025-03-051h 01Take Back Your MindHealing Societal Trauma & Exploring Consciousness in the Age of AI with Dr. Shai TubaliToday, Michael welcomes Dr. Shai Tubali. Shai blends academic philosophy and mysticism to explore the transformative power of expanded consciousness. Integrating Eastern and Western philosophies, Shai offers comprehensive insights into the nature and potential of consciousness. He holds a PhD in religion from the University of Leeds and is also a research fellow at its Arts and Humanities Research Institute. Since 2000, Shai has guided workshops, retreats, and professional trainings. His passion has led him to the creation of several original methods for psychological transformation, including the medically-researched Expansion Method. Highlights from Michael and Shai’s rich conversation in...2025-02-261h 03Take Back Your MindWalking into Pets’ Spiritual World with Cesar MillanToday, Michael welcomes Cesar Millan. Recognized as the Emmy-nominated host of “The Dog Whisperer” series, and as the current host of the top-rated “Better Human Better Dog,” Cesar is a household name in the world of dog training and rehabilitation. In 1998, Cesar established his Dog Psychology Center. Covering 43 acres, this facility has a pool for therapy, a dog park, an agility course, and a variety of walking trails, offering visitors a calm, nature-filled backdrop to allow focus and inspire balance. He also founded The Cesar Millan Foundation which works with organizations dedicated to animal welfare. In 2023, Cesar launched his now-popu...2025-02-191h 06Take Back Your MindTransforming Guilt into Gratitude & Personal GrowthAre you struggling with heavy guilt over something you regret doing and can’t seem to move forward? Find out how on today’s Life Question of the Week! For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind p...2025-02-1407 minTake Back Your MindThe Energetic Power of Certainty: How Subconscious Programming Can Change Your Life with Julie MorinToday, Michael welcomes Julie Morin, a respected meditation and mindset coach whose life story is a testament to the power of resilience and self-transformation. After overcoming a chronic illness that left her unable to walk for four years, Julie has made a full recovery and now dedicates her life to guiding others on their paths to wellness. She co-founded Envol, a holistic platform dedicated to helping individuals tap into their inner strengths, reclaim their power, and transform their lives. Through Envol, she inspires countless people to embark on their own healing journeys and realize their full potential. H...2025-02-121h 03Take Back Your MindHow to Know If Your Meditations Are WorkingOn today’s Life Question, Leonardo wants to know what the sensations, emotions, and visualizations he experiences during his meditation mean. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your friends and...2025-02-0708 minTake Back Your MindTrauma Healing & Spiritual Growth: Raising Your Vibrational Energy with Lalah DeliaToday, Michael welcomes Lalah Delia. Lalah is a spiritual writer, certified spiritual practitioner, global meditation teacher, bestselling author, and founder of Vibrate Higher Daily School. She guides seekers on transformative journeys toward empowerment, self-realization, and actualization. Highlights from their conversation include: -Lalah’s backstory of trauma, abuse, and health challenges, and how she ultimately broke through to recapture her health and power and tap into her ‘divine assignment’ -How growing up with a Christian mother and a Buddhist father, who taught her about vibration and energy, informs her spiritual work -What High Vi...2025-02-051h 05Take Back Your MindThe Spiritual Cost of Resentment: How to Heal Family Relationships Impacted by DebtDo you feel trapped in resentment over money issues with a relative and want to break free? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, ple...2025-01-3105 minTake Back Your MindHuman Consciousness, AI & Our ‘Pure Human’ Divine Technology with Gregg BradenToday, Michael welcomes back Gregg Braden. Gregg is a five-time New York Times best-selling author, scientist, and a pioneer in the emerging paradigm bridging science, social policy, and human potential. His latest book, Pure Human: The Hidden Truth of Our Divinity, Power and Destiny, is available now. In this episode, Gregg and Michael discuss some of the main points of Pure Human, including: -In an era of AI and computer chip implantation, why it’s critical for humans to know and tap into their intrinsic, powerful human intelligence -The inherent challenges of transhumanism and...2025-01-291h 11Take Back Your MindLiving a Fulfilled Life Without Attachment: Lessons in Spiritual DetachmentToday’s Life Question comes from Gary, who wants to know if wanting to live a better life is the same as being “attached to an outcome.” For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Are you ready to step into a new year of higher consciousness, vibrant health, and spiritual expansion? Join Michael for 5 Life-Changing Weeks during his LIVE Online Course starting next Tuesday, January 21, 2025: Medita...2025-01-2405 minTake Back Your MindShifting into High Gear to Unleash Your Potential with Dr. Delatorro McNeal, IIToday, Michael welcomes Dr. Delatorro McNeal, II. Delatorro is a highly acclaimed Peak Performance Expert, Global Speaking Coach, Hall of Fame Speaker, and the creator of the “Healing With Integrity” free online course. As one of the top 1% of paid speaking professionals globally, Delatorro is a trusted voice in the corporate world for leadership, team building, presentation skills, and personal and professional development. His latest book, Shift Into A Higher Gear, soared to the top of USA Today, Barnes & Noble, and The Wall Street Journal bestseller lists and was named Top 10 Best Books for Living your Best Life. (*See free o...2025-01-221h 16Take Back Your MindFaith, Resilience & Trusting in Divine Timing After a Job LossToday’s Life Question comes from LT whose faith has been thoroughly shaken after being fired from a “miracle” job they had long prayed for, and now they don’t know what to do. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Are you ready to step into a new year of higher consciousness, vibrant health, and spiritual expansion? Join Michael for 5 Life-Changing Weeks during his LIVE Onli...2025-01-1707 minTake Back Your MindHow to Trust God’s Timing While Pursuing Your Deepest DesiresHow can you discern whether your deepest desires align with “God’s will”? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Are you ready to step into a new year of higher consciousness, vibrant health, and spiritual expansion? Join Michael for 5 Life-Changing Weeks during his LIVE Online Course starting on Tuesday, January 21, 2025: Meditation 2.0—The Evolution of Consciousne...2025-01-1006 minTake Back Your MindNew Year Goal Setting 2025: How to Set Powerful Intentions for Self-Growth & Manifesting Your Best LifeIf you want to create a new life in the New Year, you must become a new you! Today, Michael speaks about entering the New Year with a deep sense of inner curiosity and reflection, asking, “How can I be made new?” and how intention-setting and meditation can powerfully support us in transforming our health, finances, relationships, and well-being. Then, he leads a brief Life Visioning meditation for the New Year. **If you’re ready to step into a new year of higher consciousness, vibrant health, and spiritual expansion, join Michael for 5 Life-Changing Weeks during his LIVE Online...2025-01-081h 13Take Back Your MindSeason’s Greetings from Michael B. Beckwith“To our beloved Take Back Your Mind listeners, I extend my deep gratitude for your continued presence and support of the podcast. As we enter this sacred Holiday Season, Take Back Your Mind will take a brief hiatus to reflect, rejuvenate, and prepare for an abundant 2025. We will launch a new episode on January 8, 2025. Until then, stay present with family and friends and in awe of the infinite possibilities surrounding you, and may the spirit of love, peace, and joy fill your heart and home at this time and always.” ~Michael B. Beckwith Join Michael either in perso...2024-12-2506 minTake Back Your MindOvercoming Self-Sabotage: How to Stop Identifying with Trauma & Start Thriving in Your True PotentialToday’s Life Question comes from Mahna who wants to stop identifying with old traumas she’s experienced so she can grow and overcome the fear of allowing good things into her life. *If you’re ready to recalibrate to your highest frequency, align with your highest vision, and step into your full potential in 2025, join Michael Beckwith for an extraordinary LIVE one-day Intensive—New Year’s Meditation Reset: The Promise, The Practice & The Possibilities–happening in-person and online via livestream on Saturday, January 4, 2025, 10 AM - 3:30 PM PT. Click here to register and for more details: ttps://agapemastercl...2024-12-2007 minTake Back Your MindBreaking Free from Religious Dogma: The Mystic Jesus and the Mind of Love with Marianne WilliamsonToday, Michael welcomes renowned speaker, teacher, and multiple #1 New York Times bestselling author, Marianne Williamson. A long-time leader of spiritually progressive circles, Marianne is the author of 16 books, including the bestsellers A Woman’s Worth, The Law of Divine Compensation, Tears to Triumph, and The Gift of Change. With her books and online classes, Marianne has taught millions of people the universal spiritual principles at the heart of miracle-minded thinking. She is also a former U.S. Presidential candidate. Her latest book, The Mystic Jesus: The Mind of Love, is available online and at bookstores everywhere. *Plus, fi...2024-12-181h 03Take Back Your MindDoes Cannabis Hinder or Help Your Spiritual Growth?Today’s Life Question of the Week comes from C.J.B. who says they feel relaxed, grounded, and able to understand and receive information from God only when they’ve used cannabis, and feels conflicted about that. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If yo...2024-12-1308 minTake Back Your MindFrom Awakening to Awareness: Exploring the Seven States of Consciousness with Tom CroninToday, Michael welcomes Tom Cronin. Tom is a keynote speaker, coach, meditation teacher, author, and founder of The Stillness Project, a global movement to inspire one billion people to sit in stillness daily. Tom spent 26 years in finance markets as one of Australia’s leading bond and swap brokers. When the anxiety and chaos he was experiencing hit a crisis point, Tom’s long-time meditation practice completely transformed his world, both personally and professionally. Tom does transformational leadership coaching and corporate training at many top companies and has spoken at conferences and events like Adnews Summit, Afest, Wanderlust, and Mind...2024-12-111h 04Take Back Your MindHow to Face the End of a Marriage: Finding Courage to Honor Your Truth Without Causing HarmToday’s Life Question comes from Jacquelyn C. who wants to end her marriage without hurting her husband. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or in understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your friends and family, and gi...2024-12-0607 minTake Back Your MindThe Power of Human Design with Emma DunwoodyToday, Michael welcomes Emmy Dunwoody. Emma is a Human Design Expert, Master Coach, Behavioral Specialist, and host of The Human Design Podcast. Emma’s vision is to make Transformational Human Design—a mathematically mapped system of self-knowledge and guidance—mainstream as she believes it will transform personal development, education, and business forever. Emma wants to inspire everyone to unlock their inner wisdom, take their power back, and feel deeply confident in the decisions they make. This will create a population who values themselves and courageously lives their truth, delivering us to a new paradigm of peace, joy, and abundance. D...2024-12-041h 06Take Back Your MindHow to Move Beyond the Comparison Trap & Thrive Financially on Your TermsOn today’s Life Question of the Week, Nico asks how to stop judging himself and comparing his finances with those of his successful friends and associates. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, plea...2024-11-2907 minTake Back Your MindUnlocking the Secrets of Consciousness and Life’s Purpose with Dr. Tony NaderToday’s guest is Dr. Tony Nader. Tony is a globally recognized expert in the science of Consciousness and human development. He received his MD from Harvard and PhD from MIT and is trained in internal medicine, psychiatry, and neurology. His newest New York Times bestselling book, Consciousness is All There Is, was recently released. In addition, for many years, Tony worked closely with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi who introduced Transcendental Meditation to the world in 1958 and emphasized the scientific understanding and validation of Transcendental Meditation. Tony is currently the head of the global Transcendental Meditation nonprofit organization. Hig...2024-11-271h 08Take Back Your MindBuilding Self-Worth After Job Loss and Life ChangesToday’s Life Question comes from Beth who wants to release the need for external validation to feel happy and good about herself. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with yo...2024-11-2208 minTake Back Your MindNavigating True Abundance in a Material & Status-Obsessed World with Ajit NawalkhaToday, Michael welcomes Ajit Nawalkha. Ajit is an entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of Mindvalley and Evercoach, two of the world’s leading personal growth and coaching platforms. Since 2003, Ajit has dedicated himself to helping individuals and businesses achieve extraordinary success through holistic wealth strategies. He is the author of bestselling books "Live Big" (*see below on how to get a free digital copy), "The Book of Coaching," and "The Business Book of Coaching.” He has been featured on the platforms Impact Theory, Mindvalley, Entrepreneur on Fire, What Drives You, Highest Self Podcast, and many more. Ajit’s journey-–from his humb...2024-11-201h 09Take Back Your MindFinding Your Purpose & Success: How to Build Confidence & Overcome Self-DoubtToday’s Life Question of the Week comes from Jade who wants to know how to carve her own path to success. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of the Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your fri...2024-11-1511 minTake Back Your MindHow to Insulate Yourself from World Chaos: 3 Daily Practices for Inner Peace & Emotional ResilienceToday’s Life Question comes from MM in South Africa who wants to know practical ways for cultivating inner peace. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or in understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your friends and fam...2024-11-0808 minTake Back Your MindHarnessing the Power of Transformation & Exploring Spiritual Awakening with Gerard PowellToday, Michael welcomes back conscious entrepreneur, Gerard Powell. Gerard is the founder and CEO of Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, the "go-to" program for spiritual awakening and personal transformation where 98% of attendees report having a life-changing miracle during their stay. After surviving a violent childhood and an early stint as a gun and drug trafficker, Gerard became mired in a life of drug, sex, and alcohol addiction despite becoming a rich and successful entrepreneur. Through rehab, years of spiritual counseling with Agape ministers, and experiencing an ayahuasca healing ceremony, over time, Gerard was able to completely transform...2024-11-061h 12Take Back Your MindUnderstanding the Balance Between Mental Health Struggles & Relationship Dynamics with a Depressed Loved OneThis week’s Life Question comes from Jody who has a challenging relationship with her daughter, and wonders if the challenges are due to her daughter’s depression and mental illness, or is actually a mirror reflection of her own issues. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or in understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are availa...2024-11-0109 minTake Back Your MindPreserving Your Inner Peace & Protecting Your Energy as a Public Figure with Märtha LouiseToday, Michael welcomes Märtha Louise. As the daughter of the king of Norway, Märtha has used her leadership abilities to be a game-changer in redefining the role of a modern royal. She has carved a new path for Norway spiritually by breaking out of the traditional role of a princess and becoming an entrepreneur of several startups within the areas of energy work and women's leadership. She’s a physiotherapist, a Rosen Method Practitioner, an author, and a public speaker who has spoken on topics from redefining the role of women with the support of men, gender equa...2024-10-301h 16Take Back Your MindSelf-Care for Healers: Avoiding Burnout While Serving Others on the Spiritual JourneyHow can spiritual healers avoid depleting their own energy? Find out on today’s Life Question of The Week! For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or in understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your friends and family, and...2024-10-2505 minTake Back Your MindConflict Resolution & Bridging Divides in a Polarized World with Joe WestonJoe Weston is an international thought leader, author, coach, and advocate for lasting peace. With a career spanning 30+ years in the fields of conflict prevention, leadership, stress management, and communication, he is a highly sought-after facilitator for individuals, corporations, government agencies, and nonprofits around the world. He is the founder and owner of the Weston Network which provides global training, consulting, and coaching based on his Respectful Confrontation methodology. In 2020, Joe founded the Fierce Civility Project, a nonprofit that helps to reclaim and reframe the concept of civility for the 21st century and break the gridlock caused by extreme...2024-10-231h 10Take Back Your MindNavigating Evolving Beliefs & How to Save a Friendship Strained by Personal GrowthThis week’s Life Question comes from Alvorine whose personal development journey has put a strain on her 30-year friendship. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your friends and family, and...2024-10-1809 minTake Back Your MindThe Spiritual Practice of Cooking & Nourishing Your Mind, Body & Soul with Babette DavisToday, Michael welcomes his long-term friend, Babette Davis. Babette is a globally recognized plant-based chef, fitness enthusiast, and motivational speaker who calls Inglewood, CA home. She pioneered her community's first plant-based restaurant, “Stuff I Eat,” in 2008. On the cusp of her 73rd birthday, Babette was recently featured on the Tamron Hall show doing an Eight-Minute plank while discussing her health journey. Her “Cash In on Cashews” cookbook, packed with healthful plant-based dessert recipes, was featured on Home and Family, The Steve Harvey Show, and Access Hollywood. Babette is also often honored by Mercy for Animals for her advocacy work and is a...2024-10-161h 16Take Back Your MindIt's Never Too Late: Finding Your True Calling Later in LifeToday’s Life Question of the Week comes from Lindsey who is in her late 60s and wonders if it’s too late to discover and live her life’s purpose (hint: no, it’s never too late!) For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you ar...2024-10-1108 minTake Back Your MindLive Longer & Better: The Powerful Impact of Gut Health and Mindfulness on Longevity with Dr. Zach BushDr. Zach Bush is a physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care. He is an internationally recognized educator and thought leader on the microbiome as it relates to health, disease, and food systems. Zach founded the Seraphic Group and the non-profit Farmer’s Footprint to develop root-cause solutions for human and ecological health. Highlighting the need for a radical departure from chemical farming and pharmacy, his ongoing efforts seek to provide a path for consumers, farmers, and mega-industries to work together for a healthy future for people and the planet. Highlights from Michael’s and Zach...2024-10-091h 27Take Back Your MindHealing from Grief & Anxiety: Navigating Loss, Family Caregiving & Emotional HealingToday’s Life Question comes from Ann who’s experiencing heightened anxiety, grief, and fear while caretaking for family members who are ill and wants to know how to release her fears. For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or in understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take...2024-10-0411 minTake Back Your MindBridging Divides with Compassion: How Can We Love Our Neighbors Despite Fundamental Differences?It’s no secret that the world seems to be more divided than ever, particularly in the U.S. during this election year. How can we maintain our love and compassion at this time, especially with individuals with whom we disagree? Today, Michael addresses that and more, including: -Practical steps for cultivating compassion for those who think differently -What it means to "love thy neighbor" in ways that extend beyond our immediate community, given the interconnectedness of our nation and world via the Internet and social media -The role that self-love and...2024-10-0259 minTake Back Your MindVision vs. Goal: Navigating Spiritual Growth Through Trust, Not PlansWhat’s the difference between having a vision for your life and trusting that vs. having a goal and following a plan? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week! For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or in understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take...2024-09-2708 minTake Back Your MindNavigating Motherhood, Business, and Spirituality Through Somatic Practices & Nervous System Support with Alexi PanosMichael welcomes Alexi Panos, a leader in the Embodied Wisdom movement named one of Forbes’ Top 11 Women Entrepreneurs and INC Magazine’s Top 10 Entrepreneurs Changing the World. Weaving in her expertise in somatics, the nervous system, and trauma into everything she does, Alexi has been one of the top Female Embodiment Coaches for 10-plus years. Through her Bridge Experience Workshops, she supports students in expanding what’s possible through embodiment, and in her Awaken the Muse program, Alexi helps women worldwide reclaim their embodied feminine essence and unleash their aliveness. She is also the host of the Top 10 Self Improve...2024-09-251h 12Take Back Your MindCan Love and Power Coexist? How to Gain True Spiritual Strength in a World Focused on Fear & ManipulationThis week’s Life Question asks, in a world that only seems to care about gaining power over others through control and manipulation, how does one adhere to the tenet that love is the answer and still be powerful and successful? For practical spiritual insight and encouragement around your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding world events, submit your Life Question of The Week to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com and it may be featured in an upcoming episode! Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Friday when new episodes are available!...2024-09-2010 minTake Back Your MindHow to Get Out of Your Head and Into the Flow Through Heart-Based Living with Kimberly SnyderToday, Michael welcomes back Kimberly Snyder. Kimberly is a 3-time New York Times best-selling author, holistic wellness expert and nutritionist, international speaker, and meditation teacher. She is the founder of Solluna, a holistic lifestyle brand that offers supplements, meditations, courses, and the HeartAlign System and Meditation, and hosts the top-rated “Feel Good Podcast,” which covers all aspects of holistic wellness. Her latest book, out now, is The Hidden Power of the Five Hearts: Empower Your Thoughts, Balance Your Emotions, and Unlock Vibrant Health and Abundance. Brief highlights from Kimberly and Michael’s conversation include: –What...2024-09-181h 10Take Back Your MindUnderstanding the Akashic Records: A Guide to Healing & Evolution with Dr. Josephine HardmanToday, Michael welcomes certified intuitive healer, Akashic Records Practitioner and Teacher, and transformation expert, Dr. Josephine Hardman. In 2017, Josephine left a successful career in academia teaching English Literature to do spiritual work full-time. Her life's mission is to help healers, coaches, and spiritual practitioners heal themselves so they can do their most aligned, most impactful, highest-level work with their clients. Josephine uses a range of tools including deep self-inquiry, Psychosynthesis, Matrix Energetics, and—primarily—the Akashic Records. She also hosts the weekly podcast “Inner Work: A Spiritual Growth Podcast” in which Michael was a guest. Highlights...2024-09-111h 06Take Back Your MindThe Alchemy of Healing: Transforming Trauma, Depression & Anxiety into Love with Henry ShukmanToday, Michael welcomes Henry Shukman. Henry is a poet, author, Zen master in the Sanbo Zen lineage, and is the Spiritual Director Emeritus of Mountain Cloud Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico. His new book, “Original Love: The Four Inns on the Path of Awakening,” about his unique approach to the path of meditation and spiritual awakening, is out now. Henry also created “The Way,” a new, first-of-its-kind meditation app that offers a single, long-term path into the deep end of meditation. Highlights from their conversation include: -Henry’s childhood growing up in a climate of...2024-09-041h 16Take Back Your MindNo Shame Allowed: Healing From Addiction & Returning to Self-Love with Seano McFarlandToday, Michael speaks with Seano (pronounced “Seen-oh”) McFarland, a renowned therapist and coach specializing in the treatment of chemical addiction, trauma, sex, and love addiction. He is the CEO of Shell Avenue Venice in Venice, California, a community spiritual hub and residential program. His clients range from top executives, celebrities, iconic change agents, and athletes to gangbangers and parents who struggle with their children’s addiction and everything in between. His podcast, The Seano Show, invites listeners to be a fly on the wall during intimate conversations surrounding recovery. Conversation highlights include: -How the tr...2024-08-281h 03Take Back Your MindHow to Find a Work-Life Balance that Meets Your Needs & Reignites Your Spirit with Dr. Dravon JamesMichael welcomes Dr. Dravon James. Dravon is a Transformation Specialist, inspirational speaker, radio host, life coach, and the author of “Freedom is Your Birthright.” She is the founder of the Next Step Leadership Academy which empowers women to use everything that shows up in their lives–good, “bad,” or otherwise–to reach their next level of greatness; as well as Every Day Peace, a platform that helps and inspires others to build the life of their dreams. Dravon also hosts her weekly radio show, “Dr. Dravon James, Every Day Peace,” on MindBodySpirit.FM, and is an actress whose career credits include...2024-08-211h 12Take Back Your MindThe Power of Frequency: Where Science & Spirituality Meet with Henry PenixToday, Michael welcomes Henry Penix, co-founder and CEO of Soaak Technologies, a leader in the holistic health tech industry. Soaak started as a private health clinic in Tulsa, OK, providing Brain Mapping, Neurofeedback, and Talk Therapy. Understanding that holistic wellness needed accessibility to a broader audience, Soaak developed its groundbreaking mobile platform that includes the Soaak App, offering a variety of sound-frequency therapies and programs, and a Virtual Health clinic providing their in-clinic treatments online. For more information on Soaak Technologies including scientific research on the kind of treatment modalities they offer, visit https://www.soaak.com/. **See below f...2024-08-141h 12Take Back Your MindThe Healer's Journey: A Multi-Practice Approach to Positive Transformation with Austin MaoToday, Michael welcomes Austin Mao. Austin is an entrepreneur, author, poet, and keynote speaker on the intersection of science and spirituality and psychology and shamanism. As the co-founder of Ceremonia, a nonprofit psychedelic church in Denver, CO, Austin’s process of “Modern Enlightenment”–a path to Awaken, Heal, and Manifest-–is informed by the most advanced technologies of psychotherapy and neuroscience combined with ancient shamanistic wisdom and spiritual traditions. Highlights from their conversation include: -Austin’s backstory and psycho-spiritual healing journey with plant medicine -The different stages of healing and integrative wholeness -Why commu...2024-08-071h 03Take Back Your MindOvercoming Racism & Division: Spiritual Insights for Embracing Our Shared HumanityToday, Michael discusses two Life Questions of the Week—one from Kay in Rwanda and the other from Karina, an Inuit/Inuk in Greenland—both of whom asked how individuals can take back their minds from the effects of racism, slavery, colonialism, and white supremacy. Afterward, Michael leads a guided meditation on spiritual awakening. Remember to subscribe/follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! If you are inspired by the Take Back Your Mind podcast, please share it with your friends and family, and give us a...2024-07-3143 minTake Back Your MindBuilding Strong Relationships with Self, Partner & the Divine with Sterling K. BrownMichael welcomes three-time Primetime Emmy Award winner, Golden Globe Award winner, and Academy Award-nominated actor Sterling K. Brown. Sterling portrayed Christopher Darden in the FX limited series “The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story” and starred as Randall Pearson in the acclaimed NBC drama series “This Is Us,” among other TV roles. He’s also known for his leading roles in the drama film “Hotel Artemis,” the mockumentary film “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul,” as well as his voice roles in the animated films “The Angry Birds Movie 2” and “Frozen II.” Sterling had supporting roles in several critically acclaim...2024-07-241h 11Take Back Your MindDiscover Your Dharma: Embrace Trust, Flow & Surrender to Your Life's Purpose with Sahara RoseMichael welcomes Sahara Rose. Sahara is a spiritual teacher, musical artist, and host of the Highest Self Podcast which, for the past 7 years, has been the #1 spirituality podcast in the U.S. with over 45 million downloads. She has been called “a leading voice in the millennial generation” by Deepak Chopra, who wrote the forewords for her three books including her latest, “Discover Your Dharma: A Vedic Guide to Finding Your Purpose.” Sahara is the co-founder of Highest Self Institute, a premier spiritual coaching certification school. As a musical artist, she creates music you feel good about getting stuck in your hea...2024-07-171h 07Take Back Your MindBecoming a Spiritual Millionaire: Transcend Personality & Step into Your Authentic Reality with Preston SmilesToday Michael welcomes abundance coach, thought leader, conscious businessman, father, husband, experiential speaker, and author of the upcoming book coming out in August 2024, “Spiritual Millionaire: Unlock the 7 Inner Laws of Abundance and Money,” Preston Smiles. Since 2005, Preston has coached over 100k people and leads cutting-edge workshops all over the world with his wife, Alexi. He won the Millennial Mentor of the Year award, has graced the cover of Inspired Coach Magazine, and has been featured on some of the biggest podcasts and media platforms, including “Impact Theory” and “School of Greatness.” Highlights from Michael’s and Preston’s insightful conv...2024-07-101h 17Take Back Your MindIt’s Time for a (R)Evolution: Reclaiming My Voice in the Spiritual CommunityIn today’s episode, Michael reflects on the richness, the challenges, and the beauty of his 40+ year evolutionary journey as a spiritual teacher. Highlights include: -Michael’s spiritual awakenings, insights, and understandings that gave rise to his unique teaching style, and his ongoing conscious commitment to spiritual expansion and alignment as a way of life -How the spiritual space has evolved over the decades, including how spiritual practices like meditation, which was once dismissed as “woo-woo” in the West, are now more mainstream -How the new sciences of quantum physics and epigenetics demonstrate and align...2024-07-031h 14Take Back Your MindThe Myth of Scarcity & How to Embrace a Loving Relationship with Abundance with Ken HondaMichael welcomes back money and happiness expert, Ken Honda. Ken’s writings bridge the topics of finance and self-help, focusing on creating and generating personal wealth and happiness through deeper self-honesty. He is the author of the international bestselling book, “Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace With Your Money.” Ken recently released his new book, a novel, “True Wealth: True Wealth – 9 Lessons From a Grandfather on Happiness and Abundance.” In this episode, Ken and Michael discuss: -Ken’s definition of wealth and our tendency towards fostering a scarcity mindset around money -Practical tips a...2024-06-261h 13Take Back Your MindUnlocking Your Higher Self: Practical Steps to Connect with Your Divine Blueprint with Ariya LorenzMichael welcomes author and founder of “Higher Self Mastery,” Ariya Lorenz. Ariya is recognized as the #1 spiritual guide on Soulvana and is a celebrated speaker on Mindvalley Pro whose workshops were voted the top choice on Lifebook in 2023. Her mission is to help people connect to their Higher Selves to discover their soul’s purpose and the exact steps on how to live it. Today, Ariya and Michael discuss: -How Ariya’s early life experiences dealing with depression from coping with the deaths of loved ones ultimately led her to a heightened spiritual self-awareness -Elevati...2024-06-191h 12Take Back Your MindWalking Through Life with Grace: Navigating Today's Chaos with Wisdom & Meditation with Jack KornfieldJack Kornfield trained as a Buddhist monk in Thailand, India, and Burma. He is one of the key teachers who introduced mindfulness practices to the West and has taught internationally since 1974. Jack holds a PhD in clinical psychology and is a founding teacher of the Insight Meditation Society in Massachusetts and Spirit Rock Center in California. He is a teacher, husband, grandfather, entrepreneur, and activist and has authored 16 books that have sold 2 million copies. Today Michael and Jack discuss: –Jack’s social activism and his role in the spiritual movement that grew in the 1970s, and h...2024-06-121h 02Take Back Your MindUnlocking the Power of Psychedelics: Exploring the Scientific & Spiritual Benefits of Plant Medicine with Matt ZemonMatt Zemon is an educator, author, and leader in Psychedelic Wellness who specializes in the impact of psychedelics on mental health. He is the author of the best-selling book, “Psychedelics for Everyone.” In their insightful conversation, Matt and Michael shed light on: –The therapeutic benefits of psychedelics in shifting anxiety and depression, particularly in treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder among veterans, first responders, and victims of sexual assault –The history of psychedelic use over centuries and across cultures in the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Europe, and all the research data that existed in the U.S. before th...2024-06-051h 05Take Back Your MindRedefining Caregiving & The Benefits of Self-Awareness Over Self-Care with Tina LiffordHollywood veteran Tina Lifford has played over 100 characters in her long-standing career, including most notably, the vivacious Aunt Vi on the critically acclaimed television drama Queen Sugar. Outside of acting, Tina is the author of “The Little Book of BIG LIES,” chosen by Forbes.com as a “must-read to make 2021 your best year yet.” She is also the visionary thought leader and strategist behind the Inner Fitness Project which is designed to engage people in the process of internal transformation, healing, and resilience building. In this episode, Michael and Tina discuss: -How they met and their...2024-05-291h 12Take Back Your MindThe Healing Effects of Intentional Living & The Power of Purpose with Lynne McTaggartToday Michael chats with Lynne McTaggart. Lynne is one of the central authorities on the new science and consciousness and the award-winning author of seven books, including the worldwide bestsellers “The Field,” “The Intention Experiment,” and “The Power of Eight.” In this episode, they discuss: –How Lynne’s discoveries of quantum physics and studies on spiritual healing as a young, skeptical investigative journalist ultimately led her to write about her findings in “The Field: The Quest for the Secret Force of the Universe” –The differences and distinctions between intention, meditation, and prayer, and why she calls intention...2024-05-2251 minTake Back Your MindManifesting Your Dreams: Harnessing the Law of Assumption & Awakening the Goddess Within with Abiola AbramsMichael welcomes award-winning author, intuitive self-love coach, podcaster, global retreat leader, and founder of Mawu's Goddess Mystery School, Abiola Abrams. Abiola’s personal development teachings are based on the power of ancestral teachings, rituals, meditation, and chakras combined with the ancient wisdom of the Divine Feminine. Her latest book, “From Imagination to Reality: Secret Manifestation Lessons and the Law of Assumption from Abdullah, Master Alchemist,” is being released by Hay House this month. Abudullah was an early 20th-century Ethiopian Rabbi and metaphysical teacher who influenced many spiritual teachers, including Neville Goddard. In today’s episode, Abiola and Michael d...2024-05-151h 07Take Back Your MindUnveiling the Goddess & Reclaiming the Feminine Face of the Divine with Dr. Anodea JudithOn today’s show, Michael welcomes Dr. Anodea Judith. Anodea is a globally recognized teacher and the author of several bestselling books on chakras, psychology, yoga, social change, and women’s leadership which have been translated into 28 languages. Her latest book is “Goddess: Blessed Reunions with the Feminine Face of the Divine.” In this delightful and insightful episode, Michael and Anodea discuss: -Anodea’s discovery of the Goddess mythology, what feminine and Goddess energy is (hint, it’s not related to “gender” and everyone possesses it), and its history and presence throughout time -How concepts of...2024-05-0856 minTake Back Your MindThe Power of Forgiveness & Letting Go With Grace with Michael B. BeckwithBreaking News! Check out Michael Beckwith’s newly updated website at https://michaelbeckwith.com/ and sign up to receive his “Raise Your Vibration and Be Untouchable” guided meditation as your free gift! Are you haunted by an old grudge or a painful memory of something someone said or has done to you that you can’t seem to shake? Or perhaps you’re carrying around guilt for something you may have said or done to someone else. If that’s the case for you, today’s episode on the power of forgiveness can help. Today, Michael shares...2024-05-0158 minTake Back Your MindFood for Thought: Diet's Power Over Disease & Creating Health from the Inside Out with Dr. Mark HymanToday, Michael welcomes Dr. Mark Hyman. Mark is a practicing family physician, an internationally recognized leader, speaker, educator, and advocate in the field of Functional Medicine, and is a fifteen-time New York Times best-selling author. He is the founder and director of The UltraWellness Center, as well as the founder and chairman of the Food Fix Campaign which is dedicated to transforming our food and agriculture system through policy. His podcast, The Doctor’s Farmacy, has over 200 million downloads and his latest release, “Young Forever Cookbook,” comes out in June. *Please note that today’s episode contains explicit...2024-04-241h 00Take Back Your MindProof of Heaven: The Science Behind the Near-Death Experience & Consciousness with Dr. Eben AlexanderIn today’s episode, Michael welcomes Dr. Eben Alexander. Eben, an academic neurosurgeon whose transcendental Near-Death Experience (NDE) transformed his materialist worldview, is a pioneering scientist and modern thought leader in the emerging science that acknowledges the primacy of consciousness in the Universe, and is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Proof of Heaven, The Map of Heaven, and Living in a Mindful Universe. During their amazing conversation, Michael and Eben chat about: –Eben’s NDE during his week-long coma and what he discovered about life as a result –The differences between m...2024-04-171h 10Take Back Your MindThe Healing Power of Empathy: A Guide for Sensitive Souls with Dr. Judith OrloffOn today’s show, Michael welcomes renowned psychiatrist, professor, speaker, trainer, empath, and New York Times bestselling author of the newly-released book, “The Genius of Empathy: Practical Skills to Heal Yourself, Your Relationships and the World,” Dr. Judith Orloff. In this episode, Michael and Judith discuss: -What empathy is and why it’s a superpower, as well as some of the downsides of being an empath -Practical skills empaths can use for self-healing plus techniques for preserving their energy when around others -The importance of developing boundaries as an empath and the tellt...2024-04-101h 08Take Back Your MindHow To Tap Into Cosmic Frequencies, Activate Your Dormant DNA & Become A Lightworker with Jessica ZweigToday, Michael sits down with Jessica Zweig, a sought-after speaker, serial entrepreneur, host of the top-ranked podcast The Spiritual Hustler, and bestselling author of the new upcoming book, “The Light Work: Reclaim Your Feminine Power, Live Your Cosmic Truth, Illuminate the World.” *Please note that this episode contains explicit language.* During their powerful conversation, Michael and Jessica talk about: -What inspired Jessica to write The Light Work after experiencing severe burnout and depression from years of building successful businesses -How a trip to Egypt blew up her life–in a good way–and...2024-04-031h 05Take Back Your MindThe Wholeness Blueprint: Food, Fitness & Spiritual Fulfillment with Kimberly SnyderToday, Michael welcomes Kimberly Snyder. Kimberly is a multiple-time New York Times bestselling author, spiritual and meditation teacher, international speaker, nutritionist, and holistic wellness expert. She has authored six books–two of which are being published this year–including “Radical Beauty,” which she co-authored with Deepak Chopra, and “You Are More Than You Think You Are: Practical Enlightenment for Everyday Life.” Kimberly is also the founder of Solluna®, a holistic lifestyle brand that offers supplements, wellness products, the HeartAlign SystemTM meditations and tools, and digestional courses, and host of the top-rated Feel Good Podcast with Kimberly Snyder. In this...2024-03-271h 04Take Back Your MindThe Transformative Power of Stories, Purposeful Living & Plant Medicine with Jack CanfieldIn today’s episode, Michael welcomes Jack Canfield. Known as America's #1 Success Coach, Jack is a bestselling author, professional speaker, trainer, entrepreneur, and founder and CEO of the Canfield Training Group. He is the co-author of more than 200 books, including The Success Principles and the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, and 40 New York Times bestsellers, and has sold more than 500 million copies in 47 languages around the world. *Please note that this episode contains explicit language.* During this thoughtful conversation filled with amazing personal stories, Michael and Jack talk about: -Jack’s life...2024-03-201h 08Take Back Your MindHarmonizing Spirit & Body: The Power of Sound Healing with gina BreedloveOn today’s show, Michael welcomes gina Breedlove. gina is a grief doula, traditional sound healer, vocalist, composer, and author of the new book, “The Vibration of Grace: Sound Healing Rituals for Liberation.” gina’s transformational insights draw on rituals of soul retrieval, vibrational healing, and intention setting that show us how to find our authentic voice and use it for healing and emotional and spiritual growth. During this sweet and insightful episode, Michael and gina discuss: -gina’s discovery of toning and humming into her body to move grief at age 5 after her mother...2024-03-131h 00Take Back Your MindNavigating Spirituality & Yoga In Modern FriendshipsWelcome to the new Take Back Your Mind Life Question of the Week podcast, a spinoff of Take Back Your Mind with Michael B. Beckwith where each week, Michael will address your Life Questions! The response to the Life Question segment was so incredible that we turned it into its own weekly podcast episode that drops each Friday! Today’s Life Question comes from a yoga instructor who has been rejected by his childhood friends because they believe yoga is “demonic and goes against God,” and wants to know how to overcome the various challenges this experience is caus...2024-03-0809 minTake Back Your MindIndigenous Wisdom: Living in Harmony With Nature with Venerable Dhyani Ywahoo*Note: Starting today, the Life Question of the Week segment will not be featured in this and future Take Back Your Mind episodes. The response to the Life Question segments was so overwhelmingly great that we decided to make it its own Take Back Your Mind Life Question of the Week podcast with episodes dropping each Friday. So catch our new Take Back Your Mind Life Question of the Week podcast this Friday, March 8th! On today’s show, Michael welcomes the Venerable Dhyani Ywahoo, founder and spiritual director of the Sunray Meditation Society and the Sunray Pea...2024-03-061h 18Take Back Your MindWe Dream A World: Realizing The Dream with Yolanda Renee KingHow can you stop feeling triggered when someone says something contrary about your spiritual experiences? Find out on today’s Life Question of The Week! Next, as Black History Month ends this week, Michael chats with 15-year-old youth activist Yolanda Renee King, daughter of Martin Luther King, III and Arndrea Waters King, and the sole grandchild of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King. Yolanda recently authored her first book, “We Dream A World,” a children’s book she says is for kids “big and little.” It talks about the legacy of her grandparents and the choice w...2024-02-281h 07Take Back Your MindSecrets To Lasting Love & Connection with Michael B. BeckwithToday’s Life Question of the Week comes from someone who had a major falling out with her parents after discovering through DNA testing that her dad is not her biological father, and wants to know how to release all the hurt and anger she feels. Next, this special Valentine’s Day edition of Take Back Your Mind is all about Love as Michael shares insights from his short e-book, “The Eight Principles of Thriving Relationships” (see below on how to download your free copy!) including: -How all relationships--intimate, family, friends, work--have to be based on the pr...2024-02-141h 07Take Back Your MindAre You There, Gen Z? It’s God with Neale Donald WalschHow can one heal and spiritually grow after experiencing years of sexual abuse and family trauma? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week. Next, Michael sits down with the acclaimed bestselling author of the Conversations with God book series, Neale Donald Walsch. Neale has written 40 books on contemporary spirituality and its practical application in everyday life, including his latest, GodTalk: Experiences of Humanity’s Connections with a Higher Power, a book in the Common Sentience book series. Seven of Neale’s Conversations with God books made the New York Times bestseller list. Book One remaine...2024-02-071h 13Take Back Your MindAstrology vs. Spirituality with Chani NicholasToday’s Life Question of the Week comes from someone having a crisis of faith and wanting to know which path to follow. Next, Michael welcomes Chani Nicholas. Chani is a Los Angeles-based New York Times bestselling author and astrologer with a community of over one million monthly readers. She has been a counseling astrologer for more than 20 years, guiding people to discover and live out their purpose through understanding their birth chart. Her app, CHANI, offers users a personalized, daily understanding of their birth chart. It has had nearly a million downloads and counting since its laun...2024-01-311h 19Take Back Your MindCo-Create Your Most Vibrant & Abundant Year with the Profound Power of IntentionHow can we know when a relationship or friendship has reached its end and how can we let it go? Find out on today’s Life Question of The Week! Next, are your 2024 resolutions getting off to a rocky start? Then you just might have ‘Intention Deficit Disorder.’ What is that and how can you co-create a life of joy, love, purpose, and abundance for 2024 and beyond? Through the power of your intention! Today, Michael offers some of his most powerful teachings and tips for living an intentional life, including: -Transcending the obstacles to inten...2024-01-241h 07Take Back Your MindMysticism & The Modern Age with Matthew FoxToday’s Life Question of the Week comes from someone asking how to let go of the anger they feel towards a family member’s financial abundance when they believe they don’t deserve it. Next, Michael sits down with Matthew Fox. Matthew is an author, theologian, and activist priest who, for over 50 years, has ignited an international movement to awaken people to be mystics, prophets, and contemplative activists who honor the Earth and work for justice. He founded the University of Creation Spirituality to help establish a new pedagogy for learning spirituality grounded in an effort to reaw...2024-01-171h 09Take Back Your MindTranscending Life’s Challenges with Gerard PowellToday’s Life Question of the Week asks, when someone feels as if they have betrayed themselves, how can they move forward feeling free and happy? Next, Micheal welcomes Gerard Powell, a conscious entrepreneur whose mission is transforming lives. He is the founder and CEO of Rythmia Life Advancement Center, an all-inclusive, medically-licensed spiritual retreat in Costa Rica, the “go-to" program for spiritual awakening and personal transformation where over 97% of guests have reported receiving a miracle. He is also the author of two books, Sh*t the Moon Said: A Story of Drugs, Sex, and Ayahuasca and Truthenomics: The Scienc...2024-01-101h 07Take Back Your MindSpirit Hacking with Shaman DurekWhat is the spiritual definition of Divine Masculine energy, and how can it be awakened and activated? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week. Next, Michael sits down with Shaman Durek, a 6th generation shaman, author of the bestseller Spirit Hacking: Shamanic Keys to Reclaim Your Personal Power, Transform Yourself, and Light Up the World, and a visionary for the Now Age. Durek’s online Shaman School and his widely popular Healing Temple and Ancient Wisdom Today podcast are instrumental in helping people tap into their personal power and unblocking negative patterns that prevent them...2024-01-031h 12Take Back Your MindNo One Dies with Dannion BrinkleyWhat does the statement, “The Universe wants to experience life as me and through me” actually mean in practicality? Find out on today’s Life Question of The Week! Next, Michael sits with Dannion Brinkley. Dannion is an international New York Times best-selling author of the inspirational book series, “The Secrets of the Light,” “Saved by the Light,” and “At Peace in the Light.” After Dannion experienced his first lightning strike and nearly died (in total, he has survived four brushes with death), he radically changed his life and became a hospice and nursing home volunteer, which he’s been doing fo...2023-12-271h 12Take Back Your MindMessage From Michael: Volume 3On this week’s The Take Back Your Mind podcast, Michael dedicates another show to answering your Life Questions, offering messages of inspiration, insight, and empowerment. Today’s show covers: -How to get over feeling afraid of death -How a new mom can follow her artistic passions and create a new business when she suffers from a lot of self-doubt -How to manage the grief one feels when walking away from old belief systems they no longer adhere to, but that their family is still attached to –How, and if, one should...2023-12-1350 minTake Back Your MindThe Journey To Wellness with Dr. Habib SadeghiHow can we transmute the energy of past trauma and abuse and its effects on our thoughts and daily lives? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week. Next, Michael sits down with Dr. Habib Sadeghi, founder of Be Hive of Healing, an integrative medical center based in Los Angeles that specializes in multi-disciplinary treatment for chronic illnesses. Habib is currently a Clinical Instructor of Family Medicine at the Western University of Health Sciences and is a regular contributor to Goop, CNN, BBC News, and the Huffington Post. He is the author of two books, “The C...2023-12-061h 06Take Back Your MindThe Miracle Mentality with Tim StoreyToday’s Life Question comes from someone whose brother is moving to another country to be with the person he loves, and while she’s happy he found someone, she’s skeptical about him making this life-changing decision for someone he only recently met. Next, Michael chats with acclaimed pop culture thought leader, speaker, life strategist, counselor, and author of “The Miracle Mentality,” Tim Storey. Tim is credited for enhancing the lives of millions and has traveled to 75 countries helping people to realize the best version of themselves. Whether one-on-one or in groups of more than 20,000, Tim is able to...2023-11-291h 07Take Back Your MindEvolving Out Loud with Kyle CeaseDo you work at a job that pays you the most money you’ve ever made yet leaves you feeling mentally, physically, and spiritually drained, and you long to move forward? Find out how on today’s Life Question of the Week! Next, Rev. Michael welcomes New York Times bestselling author Kyle Cease who has a gift for merging comedy with personal transformation. As a comedian, Kyle had two #1 Comedy Central specials and was voted as #1 ranking on Comedy Central’s Stand-up Showdown. After leaving his job, Kyle dedicated his life to helping others and created...2023-11-221h 11Take Back Your MindMessage From Michael: Volume 2The Take Back Your Mind podcast receives many submissions for its Life Question of the Week segment from our beloved audience seeking spiritual insight across a wide variety of subjects—from personal concerns and existential issues to world events. On occasion, Michael will dedicate an entire show to answering your Life Questions. On today’s episode, Michael answers the following questions: -Can streaming a lot of online content interfere with one’s own inner guidance system and inner voice, and how can one monitor their content consumption? -What is “Intention Deficit Disorder,” a...2023-09-201h 13Take Back Your MindThe Tao of Health with Jeff KrasnoHow can one lovingly support a beloved family member who’s going through a very rough time in their life but refuses help and doesn’t want to make the changes necessary for their healing? Find out on today’s Life Question of the Week! Today’s guest is Jeff Krasno. Jeff is the CEO and Chairman of Commune Media, an online learning platform for personal and societal well-being; the co-creator of Wanderlust, a global series of wellness events; and the host of the popular Commune podcast. During this episode, Michael and Jeff discuss: The Tao of...2023-08-161h 13Take Back Your MindThe Healing Power of Your Voice with Dr. Joseph Michael LevryToday’s Life Question of the Week asks, is it “too much” to constantly think of more goals you want to accomplish when you have already been very successful in achieving your current dreams? Next, Michael welcomes Dr. Joseph Michael Levry, an internationally renowned scholar, composer, author, and speaker, whose universal message brings together the spiritual healing traditions of the East and West. In this interview, they discuss Dr. Levry’s dynamic work including a study published in the Journal of Pediatric Oncology and Hematology demonstrating that certain selections from Dr. Levry’s Healing Beyond Medicine music series redu...2023-08-091h 10Take Back Your MindMessage From Michael: Volume 1The Take Back Your Mind podcast receives many submissions for its Life Question of the Week segment from our beloved audience seeking spiritual insight across a wide variety of subjects—from personal concerns to existential issues to world events. Today’s episode is dedicated to Michael answering your Life Questions with messages of insight, inspiration, and empowerment across various topics, including: -How can a 50+-year-old single mom transcend the role and identity of single parent as her children emerge into adulthood, and claim her enthusiasm and optimism about the next chapter of her life? -What...2023-06-141h 03Take Back Your MindHow To 'Take Back Your Mind' with Michael B. BeckwithIn this debut episode, Michael explains the theme of the show and what it means to take back our mind. So what is the mind? The mind is a set of programs impacted by and conditioned through our parents and family dynamics, society, civil and social culture, the media, social media, etc,. which tends to shape our perceptions, thoughts, beliefs, emotions, world view, and our experiences. Oftentimes, these thoughts and emotions are repetitive, and have a tendency to be rooted in fear, worry, doubt, shame, and guilt. So to take back the mind means to break free from the...2023-03-0150 minTake Back Your MindTake Back Your Mind with Michael B. BeckwithTake Back Your Mind is designed to guide you to take back your mind from worry, doubt, and fear, and to embrace what is trying to emerge through you: a sense of success, creativity, and your real, authentic purpose! Join renowned evolutionary leader, speaker, meditation teacher, award-winning author, and founder and CEO of Agape International Spiritual Center, Michael B. Beckwith, as he answers your Life Questions, guides you in meditation, and speaks with individuals who are on the cutting edge of excellence in the areas of spirituality, health, life purpose, inner transformation, and much more and have forged a p...2023-03-0102 min