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Not Your TeacherEp. 14 | No Way Out But InTyler sits down for an in-depth conversation about what it really takes to scale a business—and it's not what most entrepreneurs think. In this raw, unfiltered episode, Tyler reveals why nearly every business challenge he encounters traces back to one thing: our relationship with money.From his unconventional coaching approach that seamlessly weaves between QuickBooks and sex life conversations, to the explosive reactions that happen when entrepreneurs are forced to examine their financial beliefs, Tyler shares the real stories from his coaching practice. He explains why he believes "debt is the albatross of the creative spirit"—not...2025-06-0439 minNot Your TeacherEp. 13 | Trauma NationIn these weird, wild and uncertain times of our current lived experiences, we all have a hunger to know how to keep our relationships growing and businesses thriving, while keeping our hearts and minds open and centered.This unconventional conversation with Mary and Ali dives deep into how we're all carrying more than we realize. Our nervous systems are inflamed, absorbing the chaos and discord around us - even when our intellect isn't attaching to it. We explore why everyone seems "fucked off" right now and how to recognize that much of what we're experiencing isn't even...2025-05-0431 minNot Your TeacherEp. 12 | Return to SenderTyler and Mary explore a transformative concept: what if our deepest struggles aren't actually ours, but inherited patterns we can choose to return to sender?Tyler shares his breakthrough realization that the money anxieties waking him at 2AM for thirty years weren't his own - they were inherited from his father. Through observing his dad and uncle during a recent visit, Tyler discovered how to "return to sender" these inherited traumas, leading to immediate relief from lifelong struggles with financial anxiety and body image issues.Mary reflects on her own inherited pattern of constant apologizing...2025-03-0635 minNot Your TeacherEp. 11 | Intention, Truth, and What's NextIn this beautifully messy episode, Tyler and Mary dive deep into the transformative power of clearing exercises and authentic ritual. Through their 25-year friendship, they've developed practices that cut through the noise of aspirational thinking and get to the heart of what matters. Mary vulnerably shares how a "productive lie" led to profound truth, while they explore their time-tested New Year's ritual - a seven-hour journey through accomplishments, regrets, resentments, and the eternal question of "what's next?"
This conversation isn't your typical goal-setting pep talk. It's about the gritty, honest work of looking in the mirror, naming...2025-01-1235 minNot Your TeacherEp. 10 | The Art of Being Seen: A Check InIn the Sacred Space Between Silence and Sharing
What lies in that tender space between what we show the world and what we hold within? In this intimate episode, Tyler guides us through the delicate dance of vulnerability as he sits with a client in a one-on-one Check In - that rare moment when the walls come down and truth rises up.
We all walk through life carrying silent stories - our deepest fears nestled beside our wildest dreams, our quiet celebrations wrapped around our hidden wounds. For 95% of our journey, these stories remain untold...2024-12-1926 minNot Your TeacherEp. 9 | A Noble SilenceWhat happens when Grant & Tyler commit to complete silence for 48 hours? In this raw and transformative episode, Grant and Tyler embark on a Noble Silence retreat together, documenting their individual experiences before merging into shared reflection.
The silence speaks volumes as they navigate the uncomfortable spaces between thoughts, the weight of unspoken words, and the profound clarity that emerges when external noise fades away. From Tyler's restless mind grappling with the absence of distraction to Grant's unexpected encounters, their separate journeys interweave into a shared tapestry of discovery.
Listen as they explore the sticky moments...2024-12-0534 minNot Your TeacherEp. 8 | Take a BreathIn this intimate 5-minute meditation, we explore what it means to truly inhabit your own space. Like footprints in wet sand, we often leave impressions everywhere except within ourselves. Today, we're changing that.
Raw, unfiltered, and deliberately uncomfortable – this isn't your typical meditation. We'll sit with the noise, the resistance, and the parts of ourselves we usually rush past. No incense, no wind chimes, just you claiming your right to exist fully in this moment.
Whether you're crammed in a subway car or alone in your bedroom at 3am, these five minutes are yours to ta...2024-11-1609 minNot Your TeacherEp. 7 | A ritual of unityWe dive into a pivotal moment on a freezing Canadian stage that transforms into a powerful meditation on American division. We reveal deeper truths about the violence we inflict on each other daily through our choices to disconnect, condemn, and close our hearts.
Through raw, honest reflection, we explore the empty chairs at our Thanksgiving tables, the Facebook rants that ended friendships, and the moment-by-moment choices that led us here. But this isn't just another conversation about political division - it's a call to examine our own role in the dissolution of our shared humanity and an...2024-10-2910 minNot Your TeacherEp. 6 | Checking in With YourselfChecking In: The Mirror of Self-Reflection
In this raw and introspective episode of 'Not Your Teacher', Tyler Lewke dives deep into the murky waters of self-examination. Tyler grapples with the profound confusion and conflict that often accompany moments of intense growth.
How do we truly check in with ourselves? What questions should we be asking to gauge our alignment with our deepest commitments? Tyler explores these themes through a lens both deeply personal and universally relatable.
Drawing from his recent experiences - from the joy of adventure to the stark realities of climate...2024-10-0326 minNot Your TeacherEp. 5 | Stop Fixing Your ProblemsStop Fixing Your Problems to Solve Them
What if the secret to solving your problems wasn’t fixing them? In this episode of the Not Your Teacher podcast, we dig into the paradox of problem-solving: the more we try to “fix,” the deeper we sink. Tyler explores the idea that our constant need to fix, tweak, and adjust might be what’s actually keeping us stuck.
Join Tyler as he challenges you to think differently, embrace the discomfort of your problems, and discover a new way forward—one where solutions aren’t about doing more, but about se...2024-09-1125 minNot Your TeacherEp. 4 | Embracing PrideIn this episode, we step into the vibrant world of Pride, peeling back the layers of its meaning far beyond the rainbow flags and parades. Join Tyler Lewke as he takes a raw and unfiltered dive into what Pride truly represents—both as a personal journey and a powerful movement. From challenging societal norms to finding the courage to be authentically yourself, this conversation is a reminder that Pride isn’t just a celebration; it’s a radical declaration of self-love, acceptance, and the relentless pursuit of equality.
Let’s explore the stories of those who live their tr...2024-08-2921 minNot Your TeacherEpisode 3 | On Dealing with Difficult PeopleIn this episode of "Not Your Teacher," Tyler Lewke dives deep into the art of handling difficult people. Drawing from his extensive experience as a business therapist and radical disruptor, Tyler shares actionable insights and personal anecdotes that uncover the hidden dynamics behind challenging interactions. Whether it's a tough colleague, a demanding client, or a personal relationship, Tyler's wisdom will help you navigate these waters with grace and authenticity.
Join us as we explore the strategies that transform conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection. Remember, it's not about changing them—it's about evolving yo...2024-08-1131 minNot Your TeacherEpisode 2 | Where are you planting seeds?🎙️ Not My Teacher Podcast: Where We Plant Our Seeds
In this episode, we delve into the profound idea that where we plant our seeds in life shapes our journey in unexpected ways. Tyler Lewke explores the hidden impact of small moments, like the simple act of drinking tea, and how they ripple through our lives, creating lasting effects. Join us as we uncover the beauty in the seemingly insignificant and the powerful influence of everyday actions on our path to growth and fulfillment.
Tune in now and be inspired by the magic of life's little momen...2024-07-1550 min
Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple PodcastEpisode 1247, recorded 2024-07-13![CDATA[This is episode 1247, recorded at the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple on 2024-07-13. How To Love Difficult People - a guest Dharma talk by Tyler Lewke]]2024-07-131h 12Not Your TeacherEp. 1 | Exploring Resistance | Why Do We Avoid?In this episode of the Not Your Teacher podcast, Tyler sits down with his best friend Mary for a raw and honest conversation. They dive deep into their insecurities, exploring why they sometimes avoid doing the work that's necessary for personal growth.
Tyler and Mary open up about their fears, vulnerabilities, and the challenges they face in their journeys. This episode is a candid exploration of the human experience, filled with laughter, tears, and profound insights.
Join us for an intimate and inspiring discussion that will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with self-doubt...2024-06-3023 minBlue Lotus Buddhist Temple PodcastEpisode 1241, recorded 2024-06-10![CDATA[This is episode 1241, recorded at the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple on 2024-06-10. Slow Productivity - a guest Dharma talk by Tyler Lewke]]2024-06-111h 07Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple PodcastEpisode 1194, recorded 2023-09-23![CDATA[This is episode 1194, recorded at the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple on 2023-09-23. Guest dharma talk by Tyler Lewke]]2023-09-231h 07Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple PodcastEpisode 1149, recorded 2023-04-22![CDATA[This is episode 1149, recorded at the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple on 2023-04-22. Saturday morning Dharma talk, with Tyler Lewke]]2023-04-221h 04
What People DoEpisode 35: Jeffery D. Long on Hinduism, religious nonviolenceJainism, birthed out of the rich religions of India, asks practitioners to be as careful as they can in not hurting a single thing. They step carefully on the ground and wear masks to avoid inhaling and accidentally killing the little things we thoughtlessly murder. Now, that, but writ large: Gandhi, and the nonviolent movement that sought Indian independence from British rule.
Well, we don’t talk about any of that, because as a fellow religious convert, I much more wanted to discuss Jeffery D. Long’s switch from small-town Missouri Catholicism to Hinduism over the decades. It tu...2022-05-101h 06Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple PodcastEpisode 986, recorded 2022-04-30![CDATA[This is episode 986, recorded at the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple on 2022-04-30. Tyler Lewke gives a dharma talk.]]2022-04-301h 09
The Tattooed BuddhaWe Chat with Tyler Lewke and Grant GoehlerSend us a textTyler Lewke is a realtor, a meditation instructor, and is president of The Blue Lotus Temple and Meditation Center. He recently opened up a retreat center with Grant Goehler: the Hackmatack Retreat. The mission of Hackmatack Retreat is to provide an accessible space that becomes the physical container for deep wisdom teachings and heart-centered, transformative work. Located in Richmond, Illinois it sits on almost 30 acres of protected land in the Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge in the heart of the Midwest. The land is native prairie with a winding slow river, ponds, 200+-year-old oaks...2021-10-0433 min
Clear Choices PodcastTyler Lewke: How to Make Better Choices to Find Joy in Your LifeIf you have been looking for ways to find more joy in your life and make better choices, this episode is for you! Author and entrepreneur, Tyler Lewke, joins us today to talk about his life and how he has made choices to increase his joy- and how you can increase yours too! Tyler love’s one thing the most- moving people. Their thinking, their hearts, their minds, their points of view and perspectives. Tyler is a son, dad, partner, business guy, and he also runs a Buddhist temple. Clearly, he is a dynamic person! He is ob...2020-01-2940 min
The Messy Empire26. Life Lessons From Serial Entreprenuer Tyler LewkeTyler Lewke has launched and maintained several successful businesses in his career. In this episode, he'll share all the wisdom he picked up along the way. As well as the advice he gives to his coaching clients today!2019-11-1152 min