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Truth & TranscendenceThe Hidden Dangers of Hierarchical Helper-Seeker RelationshipsYou're always at the centre of your own growth journey#authenticrelating #autonomy #sovereignty==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:58 Coach is the wrong word01:59 Counterproductive hierarchy in helping professions03:23 You are at the top of your growt...2025-07-2110 min
Truth & TranscendenceBrian Hite ~ Action Stunts, Philosophy & The Zen Of It AllOne man's journey through chaos, danger and adventure to philosophy, wisdom and equanimity.#themiddleway #theartofzen #theroadtaken==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Brian Hite:Dr. Brian Hite is a renowned performance psychologist and coach, with over 30 years experience as...2025-07-1856 minTruth & TranscendenceThe Power of Letting Go: Deaths, Endings and Saying NoHow saying now and letting go are sometimes the kindest things for everyone involved.#jusysayno #freedomthroughlettinggo #lettinggo==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:58 A potential client said no 01:36 The energy release of the 'no'2025-07-1411 min
Truth & TranscendenceAndre Paradis ~ The Art of Disruption: Dance, Love & RevolutionOne man's incredible journey from shy teen to dance god beloved by women the world over to hard-hitting and passionate relationship coach.#anyonecandance #genderpower #authenticrelating==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah/Transformational Coaching: https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Andre Paradis:Andre puts in immense effort to change the world one person at a time, passing on his profound understanding of relationships an...2025-07-111h 15Truth & TranscendenceRespect, Assumptions & How To Be Less AnnoyingHow our pre-assumptions about other people nurture or undermine our relationships#respect #appreciatingothers #assumptions==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:48 Being a roving trainer02:29 What are our attitude and assumptions about new people?03:52 How to...2025-07-0709 min
Truth & TranscendenceJonathon Aslay ~ Self-Love, the Afterlife & Freedom From FearLiberating takes on death, fear, self-love and the journey of life#psychedelics #afterlife #spirituality==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Jonathon Aslay:Jonathon is a dating coach with almost 195,000 YouTube subscribers - on a mission to encourage both me...2025-07-0450 minTruth & TranscendenceThe Art of the Pause: Why Stillness is so PowerfulHow pausing creates space, freedom and fresh energy; why we resist pausing: and the beauty that lies on the other side#powerofthepause #stillness #contemplation==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:48 The power of the pause2025-06-3012 min
Truth & TranscendenceBill Heinrich ~ Universal Consciousness: The Purpose Behind Your ExistenceA deep dive into Bill's powerful & transformative coaching work.#transformation #defensiveness #universallove==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Bill Heinrich:Bill Heinrich True Life Purpose Now - Early success left Bill feeling empty, despite outward appearances of perfection. Material wealth couldn't fill the void. Nearly 30 yea...2025-06-2759 minTruth & TranscendenceThe Secret Ingredients to Reclaiming Your Freedom of SpiritUnderstanding ways we can and do accelerate ourselves on our journey towards full liberation and sovereignty#sovereignty #selfactualisation #selfdiscovery==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:55 Recipe for reclaiming your freedom of spirit01:50 How I connec...2025-06-2314 min
Truth & TranscendenceLiam Wakefield ~ Authentic Presence & Rising Through SufferingA deep and tender dive into early trauma, the rocky road back to self, and the emergence of a new and powerful therapeutic approach#partswork #childhoodtrauma #disabledveteran==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Liam Wakefield:Liam is a Psychotherapist, counselling lecturer, writer, musician and disabled veteran.What we discussed:2025-06-2051 minTruth & TranscendenceThe Poverty Mindset: How To Transcend It For GoodExploring how we can escape the trap of poverty consciousness and make powerful choices#povertyconsciousness #abundancementality #mindset==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:48 Poverty consciousness01:58 Mindset of lack03:50 Inner wealth and abundance2025-06-1615 min
Truth & TranscendenceAlain Salas ~ You Are So PowerfulThe hidden and limitless power of the subconscious#awareness #subconscious #selfresponsibility==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Alain Salas:Dr. Salas helps lay people, coaches & health professionals break the cycle of their limiting beliefs. So, they can achieve vibrant health, harmonious relationships and sought-after prosperity....2025-06-1357 minTruth & TranscendenceCleaning Up Our Mess: Transforming Perception Through CleanupsAn anecdotal story of transformed perception after clearing a piece of common land#perception #freshperspective #soulhousekeeping==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:55 A lovely experience this morning01:35 Tidying up a slice of common land2025-06-0910 min
Truth & TranscendenceJen Aks ~ Body Wisdom & The Power of GestureListening to the body's wisdom, valuing our intuitive intelligence and freedom from limitations.#bodywisdom #bodyintelligence #powerofgesture==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Jen Aks:Jen Aks is a Leadership & Embodiment Coach, Author, and Speaker dedicated to empowering individuals to...2025-06-0641 minTruth & TranscendenceThe dangers of labelling people as narcissistsOver-using popular labels for people we find difficult is lazy thinking and doesn't work#narcissism #lazythinking #authenticrelating==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:48 Being called a 'spiritual narcissist'02:22 Unhelpful over-labelling02:55 Overusing the word 'na...2025-06-0212 min
Truth & TranscendenceEliezer Sobel ~ Rediscovering Love Through Alzheimer'sA profound and soulful story of love, play and healing.#alzheimers #memoryloss #healing==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Eliezer Sobel:Eliezer is the author of THE SILVER LINING OF ALZHEIMER'S: One Son's Journey into the Mystery, a memoir about caring for his mother, & the healing her process brought to his family.2025-05-301h 07Truth & TranscendenceThe Self-Worth Crisis: How To Escape The TrapLiberating ourselves from the undermining effects of self-worth conflation#selflove #selfacceptance #selfworthconflation==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:49 What is conflation01:49 Why abstract thinking can be useful02:48 The dangers of self-worth conflat...2025-05-2609 min
Truth & TranscendenceLeighton Campbell ~ The Real Path to Happiness (not what you think)Join our guest Leighton Campbell on the path to true happiness.#happinessequation #meaningfulconnection #writing==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Leighton Campbell:Leighton is a devoted husband, father of four, successful entrepreneur, world traveler, and Amazon Best Selling Au...2025-05-2346 minTruth & TranscendenceHow to Connect with Anyone InstantlyThe magic of instant connection#makingfriends #authenticity #realconnection==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:56 How to make friends quickly 02:03 In the present moment instant connection is possible03:12 Our addiction to shock stimulus to force pres...2025-05-1907 min
Truth & TranscendenceJoel Bouchard ~ The Secret to Success: Attention and PersistenceA deep dive into the fascinating multi-layered life of podcaster and philosopher Joel Bouchard.#reframingfailure #powerofattention #criticalthinking==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Joel Bouchard:Joel is a doctoral student in psychology, a multi-instrumentalist record producer, author, painter...2025-05-1645 minTruth & TranscendenceTension, Trauma & The Clenched Fist SyndromeFeeling terrible post-recovery from trauma or disaster is natural, normal - and often indicates a powerful healing process.#clenchedfistsyndrome #traumarecovery #healingcrisis==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:49 Clenched fist syndrome01:43 Physical clenching is a primal defensive response to danger03:31 Long-term cle...2025-05-1211 min
Truth & TranscendenceRoy Coughlan ~ Awakening, Speaking Out & Finding What You LoveRoy Coughlan is the host of 6 podcasts and a Podcast Coach at https://bio.link/podcaster.#podcastcoach #speakingtruth #sovereignty==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Roy Coughlan:Roy is a seasoned serial entrepreneur with an impressive track record of founding 20 companies across five countries. As a podcast coach...2025-05-0955 minTruth & TranscendenceManifestation: The Science of IntentionExploring the power of intention, the value of discovering our unconscious intentions, and the multiple structures for giving energy to our intentions#intention #selfresponsibility #inneralignment==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah & Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________What we discussed:00:53 Intention and self-responsibility01:46 Training ourselves to not blame and avoiding self-blame03:43 New ways of understanding the power of intention 06:06 Unconscious intentions tripp...2025-05-0519 min
Truth & TranscendenceCesar Cardona ~ The Sound of Leaves: Psithurism & Mindfulness ExplainedCesar Cardona is a non-dualist & mindfulness public speaker.#psithurism #mindfulness #nondualism==================All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.comAll about Catherine/Being Space/Freedom of Spirit/Pellowah/Transformational Coaching at https://beingspace.world_____________________About my guest Cesar Cardona:Cesar Cardona is a mindfulness-certified public speaker from Rice University. He draws on mentorship from storyteller Rebecca Armstrong and teachings from Sri Lankan and Tibetan Buddhist monks. A musician, writer & podcaster.What we discussed:...2025-05-0246 minTruth & TranscendenceWhy You Keep MISUNDERSTANDING Your PartnerWhat we discussed:Not listening in relationshipsThe need to get granularWhy not to tell your partner you don't feel heardDifferent definitions of listeningWhat do we really want to have heard?Pre-assuming what people meanWhat is real communication?Why we need to open up in relationshipsWhat is your concept of what listening is? are you really listening or just looking like you're listening?The magical gift of opening up to someone else's...2025-04-2120 min
Truth & TranscendenceAbby Marks Beale: The Truth About Homeopathy (and Why It Matters)THE TRUTH ABOUT HOMEOPATHY (AND WHY IT MATTERS) with Abby Marks BealeWe discussed …………………………….Caring for others must start with caring for ourselvesDo something to care for yourself before you start your work dayIncorporating self-care one small step at a timeHow did she make the switch to self-care as a habit?Put self-care in the calendar: plan it!Do you want pleasure or do you want peace?How do we get better at caring for others?Matthew Kelly's bo...2025-03-2140 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 195: Comedic Relief for 2025 AspirationsFeeling overwhelmed by the endless tasks the new year brings? You're not alone. Diving into a comical piece from Eliezer Sobel, whose exceptional humour will surely bring some laughter to your to-do list chaos. Eli hilariously juxtaposes lofty world-changing aspirations with everyday chores like booking a dentist appointment and replacing a light bulb. This light-hearted take is a gentle reminder to find the funny side of our ambitious plans for 2025.Join the fun as we explore Eliezer’s whimsical vision, which stretches from denuclearizing the planet and protecting wildlife, to throwing a pap smear party and attempting to...2025-01-0608 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 169: Mastering the Balance of Flow and ControlEver wondered how to seamlessly glide through life's unpredictable currents while keeping a firm hand on the tiller? Join Catherine Llewellyn in this episode of Truth and Transcendence as she unpacks the art of balancing flow and control, drawing on her rich experience with the 5Rhythms dance practice created by Gabrielle Roth. Catherine delves into the nuances of the first two rhythms—flowing and staccato—and how these principles can be applied to everyday situations, such as the delicate early stages of a new relationship. By the end of this episode, you’ll gain practical insights into being both recept...2024-09-2310 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 161: Ageing Mythology, Vitality and Conscious LivingCan sickness, weight gain, and loss of vitality actually be avoided as we age? In this illuminating episode of Truth and Transcendence, we challenge the deeply ingrained beliefs surrounding aging and explore the fascinating concept that our perceptions—and not aging itself—might be the real culprits. Join Catherine Llewellyn as we uncover how an active lifestyle, much like that of the farmers in her UK community, can keep us vibrant and connected to the present moment. We'll also delve into the idea that the anxiety around aging may be a first-world problem, born out of our impro...2024-08-2313 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 85: Scott Ritzheimer Guest Host - Secrets of Success & The Power of ChoiceScott Ritzheimer Guest Host - Secrets of Success & The Power of ChoiceScott helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits and with his business partner started and led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth all before he turned 35). He founded Scale Architects to help businesses across the country identify the right growth strategies and find the right guides to get them on the fast-track to Predictable Success and stay there as long as possible.He now travels across the country speaking to a...2023-03-1028 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp66: Nicky Billou - Freedom, Heart, Enterprise & Thought LeadershipFreedom, Heart, Enterprise & Thought LeadershipNicky Billou is the #1 International Best Selling Author of the books: Finish Line ThinkingTM: How to Think and Win Like a Champion, The Thought Leader’s Journey: A Fable of Life, and The Power Of Connecting: How To Activate Profitable Relationships By Serving Your Network. He is an in-demand and highly inspirational speaker to corporate audiences such as RBC, Lululemon, Royal LePage, and TorStar Media. And advisor and confidante to some of the most successful and dynamic entrepreneurs in Canada. Nicky is the co-founder of eCircle Academ...2022-10-281h 32
Truth & TranscendenceEp 65: Victor Manzo - Being v Doing & Reclaiming Our PowerBeing v Doing & Reclaiming Our PowerDr. Vic is a former Certified Pediatric Chiropractor who has become a spiritual/business mindset, author and podcaster.He is the author of 3 books. His recent book "Decoding The Matrix" was released in May 2022. And the creator and host of The Mindful Experiment podcast with over 400 episodes to date.Dr. Vic helps individuals leverage their minds so they can achieve their dream life without the sacrifice of time, money, health and family. Through his work, he helps individuals lead fulfilled and soul-filling lives.2022-10-211h 24
Truth & TranscendenceEp 64: Hank Dearden - Reforestation, Fulfilment & Properly Channelled BelligerenceReforestation, Fulfilment & Properly Channelled BelligerenceHank Dearden III is Founder and Executive Director of ForestPlanet, Inc. a 501(c)3 organization based in Washington, DC. Launched in 2018, ForestPlanet supports large scale, low cost-per-tree reforestation projects around the world. The focus is on planting trees where they will have the greatest positive impact on the soil, local habitat, the environment, and communities in peril. More than 920,000 trees have been planted to date, and the rate is accelerating.Hank's background is in sales and marketing. He founded his own agency, Group 3D, in 1995, which focuses on m...2022-10-141h 22
Truth & TranscendenceEp 63: Gordon Steele - Biodiversity & Doing What's RightBiodiversity & Doing What's RightGordon Steele is a community leader taking direct action to reduce environmental harm. Following a varied corporate career working in UK companies under stress or in rapid change, Gordon has returned to his original focus - the environment. He now chairs a small local charity that protects nature in the small island of Guernsey in the Channel Islands off the coast of France. The Pollinator Project in Guernsey tries to make a practical difference to biodiversity by partnering with other community groups, schools, government and businesses and sho...2022-10-071h 12
Truth & TranscendenceEp 62: Modesty, Humility & Self-AppreciationModesty, Humility & Self-AppreciationMany of us have a habit of putting ourselves down. And we find it uncomfortable to receive appreciative feedback. Over here in the UK this is a cultural norm for sure. I like to challenge this norm. I don’t think it’s altogether healthy.Equally - there are locations where the cultural norm is to ‘big ourselves up’. To present ourselves as bigger and better that we actually perceive ourselves to be. Just as unhealthy in my opinion. In this episode we explore some of the reasons why...2022-09-3043 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 61: Thom Dennis - Purpose, Fulfilment & Listening To The Inner VoicePurpose, Fulfilment & Listening To The Inner VoiceThom Dennis returns to Truth & Transcendence to continue our discussion about Purpose. We discuss whether or not there is such a thing as a 'good' or 'bad' purpose, why purpose is so important especially today, and the distinction between apparent and true fulfilment.Please check the links below to find our previous discussion on the theme, and Thom's excellent talk - Surrenduring to Your Purpose.Thom is a Culture Change Trailblazer, International Speaker, Published Author and the CEO of Serenity in Leadership - culture in...2022-09-231h 21
Truth & TranscendenceEp 60: Denis Postle - Power With & Getting to YesPower With & Getting to YesDenis Postle is a filmmaker, author, group facilitator, therapist, practitioner supervisor, musician and founder of the Independent Practitioner Network. He has directed over 30 TV films and written and published 5 books. Denis is currently working on his forthcoming film “Difficult Times: The Curse of Dominion - an Essay exploring the roots of the Climate Emergency and its trajectory”. I was a supervisory client of Denis for over 15 years. His grasp of the Humanistic philosophy and his wise and skilful supervision helped me enormously in the evolving of my own p...2022-09-161h 20
Truth & TranscendenceEp 59: Matt Cooke - The Art of ManifestationThe Art of ManifestationMatt Cooke is a manifestation coach with a strong purpose in life to help and support others in their pursuit to secure their best life. He helps people step into the best version of themselves, by learning how to reprogram their subconscious mind in order to create a new personal reality.A friend introduced me to Matt recently. I was intrigued by his interesting choice to self-launch on a career as a manifestation coach at the age of 29 - and his courageous approach to sharing what he ha...2022-09-0958 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 58: Ray Martin - Aligning With Our Values & Life Without a TieAligning With Our Values & Life Without a TieRay Martin, aka The Daily Explorer, is an entrepreneur and award-winning business leader. As a coach, mentor, facilitator, speaker, writer, and mindfulness teacher, he is a torchbearer for greater human consciousness. He courageously explores both his external and internal world daily in pursuit of greater insight and wisdom about life, for himself and others. He created the Calling All Angels Foundation and runs marathons to raise money for causes he believes in, which have included an orphanage in Nepal and an ele...2022-09-021h 20
Truth & TranscendenceEp 57: Robert Gardner - Purpose Beyond Money & Doing What You LoveRobert Gardner - Purpose Beyond Money & Doing What You LoveRobert Gardner is a financial expert, entrepreneur and activist for making money a force for good. As St. James’s Place’s Director of Investments he is responsible for more than £150bn of clients’ wealth and helping more than 900k people plan for their retirement with peace of mind.Rob has made it his life’s mission to elevate people and the planet alongside profits to create ‘financial wellbeing, in a world worth living in’. He utilises his platform and the organisations he’s involved with t...2022-08-261h 19
Truth & TranscendenceEp 56: Overwhelm & I Don't Have TimeOverwhelm & I Don't Have TimeLast week we talked about the importance of Strategic Self-Mastery.For some of us - the first thought that comes up when we think about that is ‘I don’t have time!’ or ‘I’m overwhelmed’.This can come up any time we meet a new opportunity that could be great for us.Or - when we simply don’t want to do something - in which case - probably don’t do it!In this episode we explore how our perception of time can be a...2022-08-1931 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 55: What is Strategic Self-Mastery & Why Is It Important Right Now?What is Strategic Self-Mastery & Why Is It Important Right Now?In this episode we review the past year of Truth & Transcendence and set the scene for the forthcoming 12 months.We explore the importance of strong and wise leadership in the wake of the past couple of years.We examine how Self-Mastery is a high leverage strategy for our personal and professional success and fulfilment - as well as our contribution for the greater good.We investigate what we mean by Strategic Self-Mastery, how one might engage more fully with...2022-08-1252 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 54: Thom Dennis Guest Host: Type A Leaders & Humanistic PsychologyType A Leaders & Humanistic PsychologyThom Dennis is CEO of Serenity in Leadership - culture change & leadership development specialists building profitable, responsible workplaces.Thom hosts regular Dialogue events with an array of inspiring guests, and a video series on YouTube. I was privileged to be invited along as a guest for one of Thom’s video interviews - reproduced here in audio form.In this episode we explore how our early life experiences mirror themselves in how we come at our life practice, and in our unique working style. We examine the...2022-08-0538 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 53: Martin Hill-Wilson - Curiosity, Bravery, Empathy & The Meaning of LifeMartin was CEO of The Merchants Group, one of the first BPO and CX consultancies in the UK. He then spent a decade in the systems integration industry positioning the value of new technology and the associated change agenda. In 2008 Martin set up his pioneering outfit Brainfood Consulting. Now a qualified ‘CX Mentor’, Martin provides forward-thinking conference chairing, keynotes, webinars, white-papers, workshops, consulting and mentoring. Martin’s multi-faceted focus covers everything from emotive customer CX for customer interaction to customer service strategy, trends in contact centre technology, COVID triggered digital first agendas, automation and the human agen...2022-07-291h 24
Truth & TranscendenceEp 52 S1: Steve Hinkey Guest Host - First Anniversary EpisodeFirst Anniversary Episode - Section 1In this 3 part episode Steve Hinkey puts me through my paces! We talk about podcasting, personal transformation, the global situation, partying in the 70s, creativity, self-expression and more.View on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcRktvMlGa3BdkK0xdqcLmkIrpDoPW_2UI love it when you write in. To send feedback, questions & requests head over here:https://yesyounow.today/podcastTo find out more about Steve listen to Truth & Transcendence Episode 48 or head here:...2022-07-2225 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 52 S2: Steve Hinkey Guest Host - First Anniversary EpisodeFirst Anniversary Episode - Section 2In this 3 part episode Steve Hinkey puts me through my paces! We talk about podcasting, personal transformation, the global situation, partying in the 70s, creativity, self-expression and more.View on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcRktvMlGa3BdkK0xdqcLmkIrpDoPW_2UI love it when you write in. To send feedback, questions & requests head over here:https://yesyounow.today/podcastTo find out more about Steve listen to Truth & Transcendence Episode 48 or head here:...2022-07-2231 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 52 S3: Steve Hinkey Guest Host - First Anniversary EpisodeFirst Anniversary Episode - Section 3In this 3 part episode Steve Hinkey puts me through my paces! We talk about podcasting, personal transformation, the global situation, partying in the 70s, creativity, self-expression and more.View on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcRktvMlGa3BdkK0xdqcLmkIrpDoPW_2UI love it when you write in. To send feedback, questions & requests head over here:https://yesyounow.today/podcastTo find out more about Steve listen to Truth & Transcendence Episode 48 or head here:...2022-07-2236 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 51: What is Humanistic Psychology, What Does it Mean to Me and Why is it Important Right Now?What is Humanistic Psychology, What Does it Mean to Me and Why is it Important Right Now?I am often asked - what is Humanistic Psychology? what does it mean to you? and why is it important right now?In this one-woman ‘stream of consciousness’ episode, I tell my story about my relationship with Humanistic Psychology. How I found out what it was in my 40s, discovered I’d been living it since my 20s, realised I’d been immersed in it since I was 6 years of age, and carried it forward a...2022-07-1558 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 50: Richard House - Fearless Speech, Responsibility, Freedom & The Possibility of Being WrongFearless Speech, Responsibility, Freedom & The Possibility of Being WrongDr Richard House Ph.D. is a Chartered Psychologist and a retired senior university lecturer in Education Studies [Early Childhood] and Psychology and Psychotherapy. He is currently Editor of Self & Society: International Journal for Humanistic, Existential and Transpersonal Psychology, and a founder-member of the Independent Practitioners Network and the Alliance for Counselling and Psychotherapy. A trained Steiner Kindergarten and class teacher and an education campaigner since the late 1990s, his books on education include Too Much, Too Soon? – Early Learning and the Erosion of Chil...2022-07-081h 27
Truth & TranscendenceEp 49: Reuben Wachs Guest Host - Blame, Accountability, Facilitating Growth & Building ResilienceBlame, Accountability, Facilitating Growth & Building ResilienceIn this episode my friend and ‘podcast buddy’ Reuben Wachs interviews me. We explore how I came to be the coach and facilitator I am today, and the part played by my early childhood exposure to bohemian alternative living. We discuss resilience - what it is, why it’s especially important today, and how we might develop it. This is a lovely episode for anyone who would like to understand more of the ‘hidden secrets’ of humanistic psychology.Reuben started his career working in music, running underground music events...2022-07-011h 12
Truth & TranscendenceEp 48: Steve Hinkey - Soul, Healing, Love, Awakening & Doing the Right ThingSoul, Healing, Love, Awakening & Doing the Right ThingDr Steve began esoteric healing in the late 1970's - hands-on and hands-off diagnostic, clearing, and healing techniques. He traveled the world for 40 years teaching doctors, healers, swamis, gurus, yogis, esotericists, scientists, and the public how to approach and heal with the Soul, using super subtle precision focus, timely key words, potent mantras, mantrams, sounds, pinpoint touching at the right time, holding and merging the Invisible with the visible, and sometimes depicting it in talismanic 'Healing Art' for ongoing support and unfolding. He has held ov...2022-06-241h 57
Truth & TranscendenceEp 47: Madeleine Black - Shame, Denial, Hope, Courage & Speaking OutShame, Denial, Hope, Courage & Speaking OutMadeleine Black is an author, speaker, sexual violence activist, psychotherapist and podcaster.Tragically - at the age of 13 Madeleine was raped and tortured by two men. She chose to forgive them, and after decades of silence, decided to speak out. Following the sharing of her story publicly on The Forgiveness Project’s website in 2014 she was approached by numerous women - and men - saying that reading her story gave them strength, hope, and a different perspective of what’s possible in their lives. She has shared her st...2022-06-1746 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 46: Antony Sammeroff - Critical Thinking, Compassion, Nuance, Debate & Living Our ValuesCritical Thinking, Compassion, Nuance, Debate & Living Our ValuesAntony Sammeroff empowers heroes to meet their potential. His coaching helps people discover how wonderful they are, cultivate their talents, remove psychological barriers, understand themselves and others better, and tap into their own wisdom so they can make better decisions. He is available for international Zoom sessions.Antony co-hosts the Scottish Liberty Podcast and has appeared on other top libertarian podcasts. He also hosts the BeYourselfandLoveit podcast - a personal development podcast.His book Universal Basic Income — For and Against is on Amazon, and...2022-06-101h 03
Truth & TranscendenceEp 45: Ian Foxley - Honour, Courage, Justice & WhistleblowingHonour, Courage, Justice & WhistleblowingIan Foxley is a whistleblower, and the founder and CEO of the UK based whistleblowing think tank Parrhesia. In a 24-Year career in the British Army, he commanded an arctic warfare radio troop, a parachute squadron and 3rd Division Headquarters and Signal Regiment in Bosnia-Herzegovina and worked in Counter Terrorism and the Ministry of Defence, Whitehall. And more.His 15 years in commercial life culminated as Programme Director for GPT Limited, an Airbus Group subsidiary, in a £1.96 billion project to modernise defence communications for the...2022-06-0358 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 44: Kevin Gaskell - Values, Clarity, Respect & Getting On With ItValues, Clarity, Respect & Getting On With ItKevin ‘The Business Fixer’ Gaskell - is a serial entrepreneur, author and adventurer - one of the world’s foremost leadership experts, responsible for transforming three of the most iconic international brands - Porsche, BMW and Lamborghini. A trailblazer in his approach, Kevin has enjoyed three decades of success as a business leader; founding startups, driving turnarounds, and leading major brands in a variety of sectors including technology, manufacturing and professional services. He has repeatedly led teams of varying size to extraordinary performance, creating over £3 billion in sharehol...2022-05-271h 20
Truth & TranscendenceEp 43: Michael Banks - Resolution, Love, Happiness & WisdomResolution, Love, Happiness & WisdomMichael is a leadership expert, a writer, podcaster and executive coach. He has over 30 years experience in coaching, training and facilitating leaders and their teams around the globe. As a Senior Partner he spearheaded the pioneering US based executive coaching firm KRW International to the point of sale. He led the Coaching Division of Mercer Delta Learning Center, providing programmes for top execs in global corporations such as Time Warner and Novartis. He is now a Principal Consultant with PeopleSmart, an international boutique leadership and people development. Michae...2022-05-201h 00
Truth & TranscendenceEp 42: Magdalena Baciu - Openness, Presence, Big Ideas & the Power of the UnknownOpenness, Presence, Big Ideas & the Power of the UnknownDr. Magdalena Baciu is a storyteller and visionary helping individuals and groups birth a new living paradigm. She blends hermetic philosophy, alchemy, mythology, indigenous wisdom and healing with scientific experience and sharp intuitive insight to create unique blueprints for deep transformation, empowerment, remembrance and healing. From earliest childhood Magdalena has been aware of her love for people - and her deepest wish and mission is to one day see everyone smiling! - she will know in that moment that her work is complete.Magdalena ha...2022-05-131h 10
Truth & TranscendenceEp 41: Richard Lang - Liberation, Empathy, Oneness and Who We Really AreLiberation, Empathy, Oneness and Who We Really AreRichard Lang has been a psychotherapist, a dance teacher, has taught tai chi for thirty years - and has retired from doing all these things. In 1970 before he began any of those activities, he attended a workshop with Douglas Harding, author of On Having No Head, and discovered who he really was. We discuss what is meant by that in this episode.The method Harding developed is called the Headless Way, a method for directly becoming aware of your innermost self. Within a yea...2022-05-0653 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 40: Simon Lovegrove - Growth, Perspective, Paradox & InclusionGrowth, Perspective, Inclusion & AmbiguitySimon is Leadership Development Director at UK-based Harthill Consulting. For over 30 years - his work with organisations focuses on developing the emotional and strategic competence of leaders and their teams.I wanted to invite Simon onto Truth & Transcendence because of his wonderful combination of wisdom, kindness and wry humour. In his no nonsense and playful style - he quietly helps leaders and influencers transform their entire relationship with their work and their contribution. With benefits both individual and collective. His insight, experience and perspective is absolutely relevant for leaders righ...2022-04-291h 06
Truth & TranscendenceEp 39: Andro Donovan - Choice, Responsibility, Growth & FulfilmentChoice, Responsibility, Growth & FulfilmentAndro Donovan is an international facilitator, speaker and consultant - and a published author. Andro helps high-performing CEOs and entrepreneurs become more effective leaders - with greater influence, effectiveness and perspective - and an enhanced sense of meaning and purpose in their lives. After 15 years of working with blue chip companies in the City of London UK as a management consultant - and witnessing many burnt-out CEOs - Andro set up AD Consulting and developed a new and unique approach to leadership and team coaching. On her Transformational Fulfilment Retr...2022-04-2253 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 38: Martin Pollecoff - Disillusionment, Growth, Spirituality & The Inner JourneyDisillusionment, Growth, Spirituality & The Inner JourneyMartin Pollecoff has an extraordinary blend of experience and insight to share. I’ve always enjoyed his blend of pithy irony and cutting to the nub of the matter, along with a huge generosity of spirit and dedication to helping others. As both a leader and a practitioner of many years standing, Martin’s perspective is of great value to leaders today.Martin is a Psychotherapist and Supervisor in private practice in West London UK. He was twice elected Chair of the United Kingdom Council for Psy...2022-04-151h 02
Truth & TranscendenceEp 37: Julie Parker - Heart, Truth, Alignment, Growth & CreativityHeart, Truth, Alignment, Growth & CreativityJulie Parker facilitates the alignment of Mind, Body and Spirit with Pellowah, Energy Techniques, Spiritual and Transformational Life Coaching. Raised in Australia and Papua New Guinea, Julie was introduced to “spirit” at a young age. A mother interested in Buddhism, Theosophy and all things esoteric, and an entrepreneurial father, made the bold decision to pack up their 3 children and move to Papua New Guinea in the 1960’s. Julie has been an advertising professional, international marketing professional, aromatherapist, business consultant, massage therapist, life coach, mentor, reiki practitioner, travel cons...2022-04-0849 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 36: Michael Banks guest host - Wellbeing & VitalityWellbeing & VitalityThis week I share with you my recent guest appearance on Leadership Luminaries, expertly hosted by Michael Banks.We spend a lot of time working, in fact the average full-time employee works around 37 hours every week. We dedicate much of our awake time and energy to work. So why allegedly do only 27% of people feel their employer really cares about their overall wellbeing? What are we doing wrong and how can we fix it?My conversation with Michael Banks explores an expanded view of organisational wellbeing and vitality. Going beyo...2022-04-0147 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 35: Lesley Alexander - Communication, Honesty, Gender, Diversity & InclusionCommunication, Honesty, Gender, Diversity & InclusionAs a woman in business, Lesley Alexander has experienced first-hand what it's like to rise through the ranks of what is traditionally a male dominated culture. I especially appreciate how she has held on to her values and principles - becoming if anything more committed to the highest good. There is much we - men and women both - could learn from Lesley's experience and perspective. Lesley is President of the UK Pensions Management Institute. Over the last thirty years she has held a number of senior pensions mana...2022-03-2544 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 34: Tim Broughton - Love, Truth, Power, Gender & VulnerabilityLove, Truth, Power, Gender & VulnerabilityTim Broughton is a highly experienced personal growth and development facilitator. Over the past 30 years he has held numerous group workshops and worked with hundreds of private clients. Tim's background in individual counselling and therapeutic group work emphasises integrating the personal with the spiritual. Tim helps his clients transform their daily lives to become more loving, satisfying, harmonious and joyous. He offers a creative and safe space to explore the essential themes of our lives, gradually healing our wounds and freeing ourselves from ways we limit ourselves, so we c...2022-03-1854 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 33: Lynne Sedgmore - Gender, Redemption, Hope and SpiritualityGender, Redemption, Hope and Spirituality Dr Lynne Sedgmore CBE is a former chief executive, organisational consultant, priestess and published poet. She offers a unique synthesis of Leadership and Goddess spirituality for our modern times. She bridged mainstream organisations and spiritual communities for over 30 years and the organisations she led won numerous awards.Lynne is Chair of the Glastonbury Town Deal Board. She was appointed CBE for services to education and was named one of the UK's '100 women of spirit' and as one of the most influential people in a Debrett's 500 list.S...2022-03-1141 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 32: Thom Dennis - Power, Trauma, Gender, Humility & CouragePower, Trauma, Gender, Humility & Courage - with special guest Thom DennisThom Dennis is a Culture Change Trailblazer, an international Speaker and published Author. Thom is the CEO of Serenity in Leadership - the culture integration, change and leadership specialists. He has been featured on both BBC TV News and radio and as a thought leader in over 100 articles in industry leading publications - in just the last year alone. Thom is well known for his expertise in creating transformational change and is a sought-after advisor on a spectrum of...2022-03-041h 01Truth & TranscendenceEp 31: Arriving in the Moment - and How did we Get Here?Arriving in the moment - and how did we get here? This week we explore ...~ Understanding the meaning of seemingly random paths to the here and now~ Why seemingly random arrival points are interesting~ Stepping outside of the control illusion~ Stepping into the authorship paradigm~ How did we get here?~ Tracing a path to this present moment - what do we find about what is meaningful for us? ~ Reviewing your path to this present moment - what does that reveal about yo...2022-02-2522 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 30: Why are you Doing the Work you're Doing?Why are you doing the work you're doing? In this week's Truth & Transcendence episode we explore ...~ The meaning of our work and where we choose to invest our energy~ The concept of work as distinct from activity in general ~ What is work and what is not? is this about effort? choice? remuneration?~ The notion of work as spiritual practice or social contribution~ Work as self-expression~ Work as penance~ Energy & time as things that can be invested ~ Choices around investing our...2022-02-1820 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 29: What is your Life Purpose and why does that Matter?What is your Life Purpose and why does that Matter?Do you have a life mission or life purpose?What is it that calls you?We all require a sense of meaning in our livesDo we explore and find it for ourselves?Do we take on the life purpose others wish for us?How do we balance our own needs with the needs of the whole?Why is this important?How do we know we've found our life purpose?2022-02-1125 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 28: Why are we Here and why does that Matter?Why are we Here and why does that Matter?Why are we even here on this planet?And why even ask the question?Our perception and clarity about why humanity is here underpins everything else in our thinking.In this week's episode we explore ...~ How it almost doesn't matter what we believe.~ Why it's crucial to turn inwards and look at the question.~ How exploring the meaning and purpose for humanity being here gives us ...~ ~ ~ Groundedness~ ~ ~ Security~ ~ ~...2022-02-0425 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 27: The Covid Regime: Where do we Stand?The Covid Regime: Where do we Stand?Over the past year, more than 50% of the global population have received one or more Covid jabs.In the last two episodes we explored the more common and yet multifarious factors behind the choice to take - or not to take - the Covid jab.As leaders it's our job to provide direction and take people with us - both the jabbed and the unjabbed.For that we need to know where we stand.We need to be confident enough...2022-01-2816 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 26: The Covid Regime: Understanding the UnJabbedThe Covid Regime: Understanding the UnJabbedOver the past year, more than 50% of the global population have received one or more Covid jabs.A large minority have not taken the jab, or have taken one or more jabs and then chosen not to take the next one.It's all too easy to assume that those who follow the same path we have chosen for ourselves are bright, moral and reasonable; and that 'the other side' is stupid, selfish and morally bankrupt.It's never that simple.As leaders...2022-01-2120 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 25: The Covid Regime: Understanding the JabbedThe Covid Regime: Understanding the JabbedOver the past year, more than 50% of the global population have received one or more Covid jabs.A large minority have not taken the jab, or have taken one or more jabs and then chosen not to take the next one.It's all too easy to assume that those who follow the same path we have chosen for ourselves are bright, moral and reasonable; and that 'the other side' is stupid, selfish and morally bankrupt.It's never that simple.As leaders...2022-01-1422 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 24: The Covid Regime: Why we Actually do Need to Talk About ItThe Covid Regime: Shall we Talk about it?We are all well aware of the events of the past couple of years, and of how we have each individually been affected.For many, this is and has been an isolating experience - leaving many of us alone with our experiences, our thoughts and our feelings.While there's been plenty of ranting, pontificating and finger pointing - there's been an unusual lack of mature and intelligent public debate.Human beings need to talk about stuff.In this episode...2022-01-0724 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 23: Finding our Meaningful Context for 2022Finding our meaningful context for 2022The turn of the year is a traditional time for reflection and setting of priorities for the coming year.Multiple factors influence our choice of direction.A flooding of data from social media and other sources can easily swamp our perception.Can we still hear the voice from within, answering our queries - what do I want? what really matters to me for the coming year? This turn-of-the-year episode of Truth & Transcendence is an invitation to let go of all the noise a...2021-12-3121 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 22: Holiday Season Reflections: Our Problems with Others are Problems within OurselvesHoliday Season Reflections: Our Problems with Others are Problems within OurselvesI was sent the perennial question - how to cope with difficult relatives and house guests over the Holiday Season?The short answer - 'our problems with others are problems with ourselves' is one of my favourite - and most hated - sayings.Favourite - because it implies and encourages personal responsibility, self-mastery and freedom.Hated - because it removes the possibility of blaming the other person, and implies investing in difficult personal exploration at times when we might...2021-12-2430 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 21: How do leaders bring back pragmatism without losing compassion?How do leaders bring back pragmatism without losing compassion?The events of 2020/21 triggered a mass rising of compassionate leadership around the globe. Not everywhere. But enough to be remarkable. Our people were suffering. We had to step up and support them. They needed this, our businesses required it.Now ... many organisations are facing the requirement for a return to pragmatism. Kindness on its own is not enough for ongoing organisational flourishing and profitability.How do we re-incorporate pragmatic leadership, yet without losing the crucial compassionate aspect we've emphasised so strong...2021-12-1725 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 20: Non-Exec Chairmen have Desires, Fears and Values tooNon-Exec Chairmen have Desires, Fears and Values tooIt's all too easy to forget that people in senior roles are ... people.I had the rare opportunity to sit down with a number of Non-Exec Chairmen and hear about some of the desires, fears and values they took with them into the role. ~ What is a non-exec Chairman?~ What kind of people do we find in the role?~ How having 'arrived' allows for powerful autonomy.~ How autonomy makes room for benevolence and higher level motivations.2021-12-1030 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 19: How do leaders balance getting things done and making our people feel good?How do leaders balance getting things done and making our people feel good?A client sent me this request for a Truth & Transcendence episode ..."Maya Angelou said something I think is very very powerful ...'I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel 'In this context how do we as leaders balance our need to get things done, and making people feel good. Particularly at a time when the bar keeps raising...2021-12-0325 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 18: How to help people think for themselvesHow to help people think for themselvesThe irony of trying to help people do something they can only do for themselves.The importance of remembering our own learning path to thinking for ourselves.Humility, compassion and recognising our own strengths and frailties.Remembering our shadow - not wanting our people to think for themselves.Remembering how they don't always want to think for themselves.The philosophical perspective and holding both sides of a position.Letting our people see our vulnerabilities....2021-11-2620 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 17: Why we Don't Want People to Think for Themselves & the Subtle Dynamics of RantingWhy We Don't Want People to Think for Themselves & The Subtle Dynamics of RantingLet's say we agree that we want to help our people think for themselves. We see the benefits of that. The trickiest barrier for us as leaders is ... not really wanting people to think for themselves!~ Why we might not want people to think for themselves~ Common underlying unconscious 'programmes' that interfere with helping others think for themselves~ How ranting arises and some of the negative and unhelpful effects of ranting~ How to re...2021-11-1923 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 16: The Importance of Empathy for Other PerspectivesThe Importance of Empathy for Other PerspectivesHow do we help our people deal with the demands of the time?We want to help them think for themselves - but they may not be ready for that. They may be suffering from what they've been through or are still going through.Empathy for suffering makes space for us to hear other points of view.When we hear other points of view we have the data we need for helping people, and for negotiating and bringing people with us. ...2021-11-1222 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 15: Thinking For OurselvesEpisode 15: Thinking For OurselvesThe importance of thinking for ourselves and helping our people to do the sameHow free thinkers come through difficult times most effectivelyOur own choices are the only ones than satisfy in the end - and no-one else can give those to usWhy waiting around for others to do our thinking for us is a path to miseryHow to help others think for themselvesRecalling how we learned, where we are strongest, where we are vulnerable...2021-11-0527 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 14: Finding Our Fearless PositionFinding Our Fearless Position The importance of leaders transcending the pro-vax/anti-vax argument by being true to themselves - and true to their peopleWhy people need strong and wise leadership in these times Why vagueness is inadequate for effective leadership - as is being didactic and ignoring other points of viewRecognition that polarised thinking springs from unacknowledged fears and confusionGoing beyond our own fears and confusions and finding a place where fear has no hold on usDoing our own research, drilling do...2021-10-2920 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 13: Speaking OutSpeaking OutWhy Speaking Out is so important - especially nowHow communication plays a vital part in helping us process our experience and move onHow Speaking Out helps us connect with others, for greater success and fulfilment in all areasThe inadequacy of words and the question of mastering our communicationThe importance of failing to communicate - and keeping goingThe value of striving to allow the heart to come through into the words and through the wordsListening to...2021-10-2222 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 12: Celebration, Play & Going AgainEpisode 12: Celebration, Play & Going AgainRecognising when the mission or key phase is complete. Fully receiving completion satisfaction, fulfilment and self-recognition. Wildly celebrating, play and showing off. Sharing the love. Deeply unpacking what worked and how. Celebrating again .Intensive self-rewarding, holidays, luxuries & indulgence. Returning & re-integrating. Refreshing the practicalities and setup of life. Preparing for the next mission or key phase. ASK ME ANYTHINGSend in requests for future ep...2021-10-1523 minTruth & TranscendenceEp 11: Nourishment & Support for Continued Growth and ExpansionEpisode 11: Nourishment & Support for Continued Growth and ExpansionRugged individualism & self-sufficiency. Humility & self-acceptance. Self-love and receptivity. Needs & permissions. Practical matters - emotional matters - spiritual matters - physical matters. Dreaming up our ideal support framework and ingredients. Faith, courage and determination. Asking for help & inviting input. Fending off takeover - with grace. Receiving - with gratitude.ASK ME ANYTHINGSend in requests for future episodes ...yesyoun...2021-10-0828 min