Know Thyself

André Duqum
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Know Thyself is a community supporting you to KNOW the true nature of yourself and the world around you, THRIVE in your health, wealth, and relationships – ultimately empowering you to CREATE and share your true self with the world. Each week André Duqum interviews experts in their field; ranging from spiritual educators to cutting edge scientists, heart-led creatives & more on topics such as the true nature of ‘Self’, “what is reality?,” and exploring the fundamental pillars we all need to unlock our fullest potential. Contributing to birthing a more beautiful world, one episode at a time.

  1. E177 - Key Insights to Enter 2026 With Clarity, Focus, and Direction

    1 DAY AGO

    E177 - Key Insights to Enter 2026 With Clarity, Focus, and Direction

    This final episode of the year is a special compilation reflecting on the lessons, reminders, and moments that shaped 2025. It’s a curated journey through insights from across the year—designed to help you slow down, take stock, and step into 2026 with greater clarity, presence, and intention. This episode is less about doing more and more about listening—reflecting on the growth, challenges, relationships, and inner shifts that defined the past year. It’s an invitation to notice what wants to be released, what wants to be integrated, and what seeds you’re ready to water moving forward. Sometimes all it takes is a one-degree change in direction to alter the entire path ahead. Momentous: Best Creatine in the game https://livemomentous.com [Use code KNOWTHYSELF for up to 35% off] 2025/2026 Reflections and Intentions: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/yearinreview Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:30 E166 – Tim Ferriss 00:05:27 E152 – Mark Manson 00:10:11 E128 – Mindy Pelz 00:12:26 E143 – Michael Beckwith 00:17:59 E119 – Marianne Williamson 00:25:15 E145 – Dr. Theresa Bullard 00:31:00 E160 – Aaron Abke 00:35:16 E140 – Lewis Howes 00:41:57 Ad – Momentous 00:43:11 E149 – Dr. Thema Bryant 00:48:13 E154 – Sadhguru 00:53:22 E155 – Dr. K 01:01:07 E164 – Dr. John Demartini 01:07:49 E118 – Aaron Doughty 01:13:24 E135 – Yung Pueblo 01:16:18 E146 – Cory Muscara 01:20:37 E158 – Tom Campbell 01:24:29 E165 – Dr. Iain McGilchrist 01:29:00 E134 – Peter Crone ___________ Watch the Full Episodes Tim Ferriss: https://youtu.be/NxmUCGuapNw Mark Manson: https://youtu.be/to-APJvffFQ Mindy Pelz: https://youtu.be/pgWnbRg5-cg Michael Beckwith: https://youtu.be/r3wrUmE1L3w Marianne Williamson: https://youtu.be/AQzKagUJGvI Dr. Theresa Bullard: https://youtu.be/mrKiH4J0_5U Aaron Abke: https://youtu.be/zXMKj8fNnYQ Lewis Howes: https://youtu.be/PTPjCtF9es4 Dr. Thema Bryant: https://youtu.be/ItRCT_L2kpA Sadhguru: https://youtu.be/FMoXXb-wKE8 Dr. K: https://youtu.be/zj40FT631P4 Dr. John DeMartini: https://youtu.be/dVR01alAe8o Aaron Doughty: https://youtu.be/79INohJ7KTw Yung Pueblo: https://youtu.be/bwom9Y6ybcg Cory Muscara: https://youtu.be/IrxFMkYUBFg Tom Campbell: https://youtu.be/IoGSWLuH2Js Dr. Iain McGilchrist: https://youtu.be/LZ5C11mlTH4 Peter Crone: https://youtu.be/VCi93m9lloM Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 32m
  2. E176 - Dr. Mindy Pelz: Why Midlife Feels So Disorienting (And What It’s Trying to Teach You)

    16 DEC

    E176 - Dr. Mindy Pelz: Why Midlife Feels So Disorienting (And What It’s Trying to Teach You)

    Dr. Mindy Pelz returns to explore the deeper meaning of aging, menopause, and the profound psychological and neurological transformations women undergo as they grow older. Drawing from neuroscience, anthropology, mythology, and personal experience, Mindy reframes menopause not as a decline—but as an initiation into wisdom, sovereignty, and inner authority. We discuss the concept of the “second innocence,” the pruning and rewiring of the female brain across hormonal transitions, the grandmother hypothesis, and why modern culture fears aging women. Mindy shares how trauma, grief, solitude, and uncertainty can become gateways to resilience, neuroplasticity, and self-discovery—especially when women stop outsourcing their worth and begin listening inward. Boost your hydration with Pique Life Tea (20% off here): https://www.piquelife.com/knowthyself Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00 Intro - Dr. Mindy Pelz 03:39 The return to the second innocence 08:18 What’s the purpose of menopause? 16:09 Where the shift begins 23:04 Supporting others without abandoning yourself 31:57 Being considerate vs owning others’ emotions 34:14 Ad: Pique Life 35:55 The power of solitude 43:26 Letting go 52:48 From power over to power within 56:48 The brain architecture of wisdom 1:02:24 Transformation: From a caterpillar to a butterfly 1:19:58 Fasting during menopause 1:26:35 Knowing when and how to detox 1:32:31 Healing through breathwork, EMDR, psilocybin 1:45:12 Lacking a support system 1:49:07 Closing thoughts ___________ Episode Resources: Her new book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/age-like-a-girl-why-the-brain-changes-that-happen-after-40-set-you-up-for-your-best-life-yet-dr-mindy-pelz/1d7c0fe95ab52c4f?ean=9781401975562&next=t https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz https://www.drmindypelz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 56m
  3. E175 - Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: How Stress, Trauma, and Modern Life Break Your Gut & How To Restore Balance

    9 DEC

    E175 - Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: How Stress, Trauma, and Modern Life Break Your Gut & How To Restore Balance

    In this episode, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz walks us through unseen forces shaping our health, energy, and emotional lives. From the chemicals in our food system to the hidden drivers of inflammation and burnout, we dive into why so many people today feel exhausted, misaligned, and disconnected from their true well-being. We examine how modern culture normalizes habits and environments that work against our biology, and why healing requires more than symptom management — it demands addressing the root causes, rebuilding alignment, and taking ownership of what we allow into our bodies and minds. 20% off Pique Life Tea (FREE glass beaker and frother!): https://www.piquelife.com/knowthyself Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00 Intro: Will Bulsiewicz 02:34 How much of our mood is controlled by our gut? 09:40 Two diseases: individualism and materialism 23:30 The intelligence that lives in our gut 35:31 Ad: Pique Life 36:46 What is immune intelligence? 48:01 Detoxing from environmental toxins 54:54 Why are chemical companies allowed to poison us? 57:39 A short horror story 1:02:45 Looking out for what to avoid 1:05:27 The effects of factory farming on our bodies 1:17:36 Humans are the microbes of the Earth 1:26:23 Conclusion: Changing the world ___________ Episode Resources:  https://www.amazon.com/Plant-Powered-Plus-Activate-Inflammation/dp/0593418794 https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ https://theguthealthmd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 33m
  4. E174 - Lucy Hale: Sobriety, Self-Worth & Rebuilding From the Inside Out

    2 DEC

    E174 - Lucy Hale: Sobriety, Self-Worth & Rebuilding From the Inside Out

    Lucy Hale joins me for a deeply honest conversation about sobriety, identity, childhood wounds, fame, intuition, and learning to finally feel at home within yourself. Known globally as a singer and actress, Lucy opens up about the parts of her journey most people never see: the fear beneath early success, the alcoholism that followed her from childhood, the spiritual intervention that changed her life, and the inner work she’s committed to since. BONCHARGE Holiday Sale - 25% off the best red light therapy products https://www.boncharge.com/knowthyself [Code: KNOWTHYSELF] MUDWTR Black Friday Sale - Up to 50% off sitewide https://www.mudwtr.com/knowthyself [Code: KNOWTHYSELF] Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00 Intro: Lucy Hale 03:27 What do you attribute your ambition to? 04:49 Alcoholism 14:23 Hitting rock bottom 19:33 Finding meaning in yourself 27:59 Old Lucy vs New Lucy 33:30 Ad: Boncharge 35:28 How has your connection with yourself revealed new insights? 44:40 How do you navigate being in the public eye and staying true to yourself? 47:26 What are you getting intuitively about the next chapter of your life? 50:49 Ad: Mudwtr 51:57 How do you handle rejection as an actor? 54:34 From your young age, what called you to being in this line of work? 57:12 Is there a moment that stood out to you that said "I made it"? 59:51 Pretty Little Liars 1:05:54 What would you say to past Lucy? 1:08:01 Was taking responsibility of your life what shifted it all for you? 1:12:37 How do you view your sense of spirituality? 1:19:48 What is your relationship to boredom? 1:23:00 How has the definition of beauty evolved for you? 1:28:56 What does prayer look like to you? 1:29:51 Being 36 and the biological clock 1:34:46 Closing thoughts - Lucy's masculine vs feminine side ___________ Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/lucyhale/ https://www.instagram.com/thelightdwellers/ https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 39m
  5. E173 - Birthday Q&A: What I’m Unlearning About Spirituality and Who I’m Becoming

    26 NOV

    E173 - Birthday Q&A: What I’m Unlearning About Spirituality and Who I’m Becoming

    In this solo Q&A episode, I’m answering the questions so many of you have asked me over the past few days—about ego, identity, relationships, breakups, shadow work, discipline, grounding, and what the spiritual path actually looks like in real life. I share honestly about the subtle ego patterns I still face, how I navigate heartbreak with grace, what it means to “perform” spirituality versus actually live it, and the practices that keep me connected when I fall off center. I also speak about dating, celibacy, intimacy, and how I think about love at this stage of my life. Get 15% off Magnesium Breakthrough from BiOptimizers https://www.bioptimizers.com/knowthyself Use code KNOWTHYSELF for 15% off! Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:25 How do you feel about people using spirituality as an identity? 04:34 What is a subtle form of ego that you still catch yourself falling into? 06:22 Relationships ending 08:30 I would like to hear about your struggles 10:19 How do you stay & grow in a relationship when your partner doesn’t meet you in that growth? 13:50 What are your top spiritual books? 14:39 What’s the simplistic way you ground yourself when you feel an imbalance? 15:50 Who is André underneath all the labels? 17:35 Do you ever fall off your practices with meditation or music? 19:26 Are you single? 22:23 - Ad - BiOptimizers 23:47 What do you use to know yourself deeply? 25:27 What makes you most optimistic about the future of humanity? 27:38 Which meditations do you practice? 28:37 How did you believe so much in yourself to create something at this scale? 30:31 What’s your vision for KT for the coming year? 32:57 When did you start playing piano? 33:40 What practices keep spiritual insight grounded and accountable? 34:36 What illusion do you see most are still caught in without realizing it? 37:55 What was your earliest experience that awakened you to God within? 40:35 How do you know it’s your calling when it comes? 44:25 Do you think the more one knows themselves, the harder it is to fall in love? 48:03 Do you believe in free will? 51:26 How are you approaching dating and relationships? 52:54 What is the most overlooked doorway in consciousness? 53:54 What’s the deepest question you can ever imagine asking yourself? 55:21 What you feel is most important for calling in sacred union, your person? 57:06 What are some of the biggest patterns you’ve unraveled in yourself? 59:22 How were you raised spiritually/religiously? 1:00:55 What kind of diet do you follow & why? 1:02:04 What was the book that launched you into seeking? 1:03:20 What’s the deepest truth you’ve met this year? 1:03:58 Do you as André think that God is consciousness? 1:05:49 Do you still go through episodes of depression? ___________ Episode Resources: https://www.substack.com/@andreduqum https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 10m
  6. E172 - Dr. Alan Goldhammer: The Science of Fasting: How to Heal the Body and Rewire the Mind

    18 NOV

    E172 - Dr. Alan Goldhammer: The Science of Fasting: How to Heal the Body and Rewire the Mind

    Dr. Alan Goldhammer, co-founder of TrueNorth Health Center, joins us to reveal the science and psychology of water fasting, detoxification, and healing the body through nature’s intelligence. Drawing from 40 years of clinical experience with over 20,000 supervised fasts, he explains why many chronic illnesses—hypertension, autoimmune conditions, metabolic disease, and even depression—respond when the body is given a chance to reset. BONCHARGE Holiday Sale - Up to 25% off the best red light therapy products https://www.boncharge.com/knowthyself [Code: KNOWTHYSELF] MUDWTR Black Friday Sale - Up to 50% off sitewide https://www.mudwtr.com/knowthyself [Code: KNOWTHYSELF] Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00 Intro 04:25 The Body’s Innate Ability to Heal 08:45 TrueNorth: How Water Fasting Is Done Safely 13:10 Dopamine, Pleasure, and Modern Addiction 17:40 The Food Environment That Makes Us Sick 22:00 The Problem With Hyper-Processed Eating 25:47 Ad: Boncharge 26:20 What Happens to the Body During a Fast 30:55 Detoxification and the Healing Crisis 35:10 Who Should and Shouldn’t Fast 36:16 Ad: Mudwtr 39:30 Refeeding: The Most Important Phase 44:00 Case Studies: Reversing Chronic Disease 48:25 Weight Loss vs. Health Restoration 52:40 Why Most Diet Advice Fails 56:55 The Discipline of “Nothing” 1:01:15 The Psychology of Cravings 1:05:40 How Environment Shapes Behavior 1:10:05 Living in Alignment With Natural Law 1:14:20 How Much Is “Enough” for a Healthy Life? 1:18:40 The Simplicity of Whole Plant Foods 1:22:00 Conclusion ___________ Episode Resources: https://www.healthpromoting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/truenorthhealthfoundation/ https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 27m
  7. E171 - 18 Insights to Awaken Your Mind, Heal Your Heart, and Remember Your Soul (Compilation)

    11 NOV

    E171 - 18 Insights to Awaken Your Mind, Heal Your Heart, and Remember Your Soul (Compilation)

    In this special compilation episode, we explore the deeper dimensions of human consciousness. Featuring insights from Deepak Chopra, Tim Ferriss, Sadghuru, Dr. Lisa Miller, and others, this episode is a journey inward — from sensing what cannot be seen, to feeling what we’ve long avoided, to awakening to what we truly are beyond all stories. Through wisdom, science, and lived experience, we discover that the next evolution of humanity isn’t about becoming more — it’s about remembering the awareness that’s already here. 20% off Pique Life Tea: https://www.piquelife.com/knowthyself Get 15% off Magnesium Breakthrough from BiOptimizers https://www.bioptimizers.com/knowthyself Use code KNOWTHYSELF for 15% off! Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00 Intro 01:12 Dr. Tara Swart - Beyond the 5 Senses: 34 Hidden Abilities 09:36 Dr. K - Reality of Intuition and Cultivating It 13:12 Deepak Chopra - Awakening to Your True Nature 15:13 Dr. Iain McGilchrist - Paying Attention To Access The Realm Beyond 21:25 Ad - Pique Life 23:05 Dr. Sue Morter - Transcending and Integrating the 5 Senses 26:13 Zach Bush - Remembering Our Innate Intelligence 30:08 Dr. Lisa Miller - Becoming a Spiritual Parent 39:29 Michael Beckwith - Divine Intelligence + The Power of Being Alone 41:55 Ad - BiOptimizers 43:17 Dr. Sue Morter - Healing the Emotional Body (And Feeling it Fully) 48:10 Tim Ferriss - Shutting Down Sensitivity Because of Trauma 56:03 Rainn Wilson - Purpose of Pain and Suffering on Our Path 1:02:04 Dr. K - The Difference Between Safety and Comfort 1:04:37 John Vervaeke - Self-Deception, Cultivating Wisdom and Find Meaning 1:17:05 Pete Holmes - Balancing Being Spiritual and Being Human 1:19:24 Dr. John Demartini - Setbacks Are Not in the Way… They’re ON the Way 1:24:24 Yung Pueblo - Learning to Love Better: From Arguments to Allowing 1:29:10 Joe Hudson - Best Way to Gain Emotional Awareness 1:32:00 Peter Crone - Freedom is Available Here and Now 1:38:44 Sadhguru - Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously ___________ Watch the Full Episodes Dr. Tara Swart: https://youtu.be/exAAKSeHP9E Dr. K: https://youtu.be/zj40FT631P4 Deepak Chopra: https://youtu.be/ZhIQ5bzv-0w Dr. Iain McGilchrist: https://youtu.be/LZ5C11mlTH4 Dr. Sue Morter: https://youtu.be/p0TWCSEPl3A Zach Bush: https://youtu.be/3q0He3UOwVI Dr. Lisa Miller: https://youtu.be/HTppdV4Mnt4 Michael Beckwith: https://youtu.be/r3wrUmE1L3w Tim Ferriss: https://youtu.be/NxmUCGuapNw Rainn Wilson: https://youtu.be/t_LvB6W4NmE John Vervaeke: https://youtu.be/NOwnb6CkFlQ Pete Holmes: https://youtu.be/PSPMP7DPEqM Dr. John Demartini: https://youtu.be/dVR01alAe8o Yung Pueblo: https://youtu.be/bwom9Y6ybcg Joe Hudson: https://youtu.be/dhlupWyTNYM Peter Crone: https://youtu.be/VCi93m9lloM Sadhguru: https://youtu.be/FMoXXb-wKE8 Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    1h 45m
  8. E170 - Dr. John Churchill: The 7 Stages of Awakening (and How Consciousness Evolves)

    4 NOV

    E170 - Dr. John Churchill: The 7 Stages of Awakening (and How Consciousness Evolves)

    Transpersonal psychologist and dharma teacher Dr. John Churchill joins us to explore how ancient wisdom and modern psychology unite in the path of conscious evolution. Drawing on decades of training in Tibetan Buddhism and developmental psychology, John reveals how the Bodhisattva path—awakening not just for oneself, but for the benefit of all beings—offers a map for our individual and collective transformation. https://livemomentous.com and use code KNOWTHYSELF for up to 35% off the best creatine in the game 20% off Pique Life Tea: https://www.piquelife.com/knowthyself Guided Meditation: https://youtu.be/i_5WApfC1pM Andrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list ___________ 00:00 Intro 01:38 Humanity’s Evolutionary Moment 03:14 Planetary Perspective & Spiritual Transition 04:15 AI as Symbol of Transformation 05:06 End of Time & Psychological Judgment Day 07:18 Destiny vs. Fate in a New Age 09:06 Shift into Love as a Developmental Stage 10:57 Individuation & Inner Sovereignty 12:00 Seven Stages of the Heart-Mind 13:32 What Is the Heart-Mind? 14:02 Reincarnation & Consciousness Evolution 16:02 Awakening in Animals & Soul Development 17:00 Beauty, Goodness & Truth vs. Ego Development 18:43 Ad – Momentous Creatine 19:04 Cartesian Split & Blossoming Intelligence 20:21 Stage 1 – Awakening the Heart Seed 23:06 Stage 2 – Emotional Healing & Astral Awareness 26:08 Stage 3 – Training the Mind & Sacred Sciences 33:15 Stage 4 – Stabilizing Heart-Mind & Path of the Bodhisattva 36:46 Pitfalls on the Spiritual Path 42:00 Stage 5 – Integration & Service 46:22 Ad - Pique Life 48:30 Stage 6 – Transcendence & Non-Dual Awareness 56:00 Stage 7 – Embodied Wisdom & Planetary Participation 01:04:00 The Bodhisattva Path in Modern Times 01:11:00 Navigating Glamour & Spiritual Ego 01:18:00 The Role of Practice & Discipline 01:25:00 Collective Awakening & Cultural Healing 01:32:00 Mystical Science & Sacred Technology 01:39:00 The Return of the Sacred Academy 01:46:00 Inner Sovereignty & Social Transformation 01:53:00 Living from the Heart-Mind 02:00:00 Final Reflections & Call to Action 02:06:00 Conclusion ___________ Episode Resources: https://www.planetarydharma.com https://www.instagram.com/planetarydharma/ https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/ https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcast https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

    2h 21m
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Know Thyself is a community supporting you to KNOW the true nature of yourself and the world around you, THRIVE in your health, wealth, and relationships – ultimately empowering you to CREATE and share your true self with the world. Each week André Duqum interviews experts in their field; ranging from spiritual educators to cutting edge scientists, heart-led creatives & more on topics such as the true nature of ‘Self’, “what is reality?,” and exploring the fundamental pillars we all need to unlock our fullest potential. Contributing to birthing a more beautiful world, one episode at a time.

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  • Creator
    André Duqum
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    178
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © André Duqum
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