The Big and Small Podcast

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Welcome to Big & Small, a podcast from Dr. Jason Shields, Marit Gabrielsen and The Integrated Human. Jason and Marit take their everyday conversations from the local coffee shop into the studio. They discuss everything—big and small—in life, with the goal of gaining a new perspective, of growing in spirit, mind, heart and body, and becoming an Integrated Human.Join in the conversation by sending questions and comments to support@integrated-human.comThis podcast is brought to you by The Integrated Human.Sign up to our newsletter at www.integrated-human.com to see what we're up to next and to get the best discounts for our events. 

  1. 21H AGO

    #112 Quantum physics, No Time No Space and Pure Consciousness

    What if everything you've been experiencing in meditation and consciousness work has been scientifically proven—and you just didn't know it yet? Today on The Big and Small Podcast, Jason brings groundbreaking news: A Norwegian physicist just published peer-reviewed research proposing that pure consciousness is PRIMARY—it comes before the quantum field, before matter, before everything. This isn't spiritual bypassing. This is physics with mathematical equations validating what you've experienced in deep meditation: that separation is an illusion, that time isn't linear, and that consciousness doesn't come from your brain—everything comes from consciousness. If you've ever struggled to explain your meditation experiences or felt crazy for sensing "everything is connected," this episode gives you the scientific language for what you've been experiencing all along. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - The scientific proof that changes everything03:00 - How TIH has been working with pure consciousness all along04:00 - Why knowledge literally expands your experience of the universe06:00 - The stunning similarity between quantum physics and ancient mysticism07:00 - Why consciousness has been a "career killer" in science—until now10:00 - John Haglin's early work connecting Vedic science and physics12:00 - Federico Faggin's spiritual awakening (the inventor of the silicon chip!)13:00 - Dr. Maria Stema's revolutionary research paper14:00 - Why you can never "calculate" your way to consciousness16:00 - How pure consciousness gives rise to literally everything17:00 - All moments existing simultaneously (mind-bending but true)20:00 - The wave-particle experiment that proves observation changes reality23:00 - Quantum entanglement: proof that particles can affect each other BACKWARDS in time25:00 - What this means for the future of consciousness research26:00 - The psychological freedom of understanding probability vs. determinismConnect with The Integrated Human: More Info: www.integrated-human.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/Music: https://www.bensound.com

    28 min

  2. DEC 11

    #111 Dark, Depression and Narrative

    What if your winter depression isn't something to fight, but something to work with? Today on The Big and Small Podcast, Jason and Marit explore how seasonal darkness affects your nervous system, why your body needs support even when your consciousness is clear, and how the stories you're living by might be keeping you stuck. This isn't about pushing through or pretending you're fine. This is about understanding what your system actually needs—from D vitamins to meditation techniques—and learning to use low-energy seasons as opportunities for deep inner work. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - How Norway's darkness reveals what winter does to your system05:00 - Why light directly impacts your mental health and bone density06:00 - The D vitamin connection to anxiety and depression08:00 - Why consciousness work alone won't fix a depleted body09:00 - Yoga's original purpose vs. Western "yoga pants culture"12:00 - How discomfort becomes the doorway to enlightenment14:00 - Jason's deep meditation practice: 4 hours daily16:00 - Why community matters when accessing altered states18:00 - The wildest meditation experiences (photocopied bagels, anyone?)20:00 - How the flow funnel creates clarity in your consciousness24:00 - When childhood trauma surfaces in meditation26:00 - Social media's design: addiction by survival instinct28:00 - Inward vs. outward emotions: using your state strategically30:00 - Narratives: the stories you live by and how to change them34:00 - Why emotional regulation determines financial successConnect with The Integrated Human: More Info: www.integrated-human.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/Music: https://www.bensound.com

    36 min

  3. NOV 27

    #110 Power Stacking, Self-Work and Symptoms

    What if your symptoms are invitations to build something stronger within yourself? Today, Jason and Marit share the power stacking method—Marit's journey from chronic stress-triggered migraines to symptom-free living through small, grounded changes that built lasting capacity. This conversation explores how your symptoms carry valuable information, and how building sustainable habits through self-work creates the foundation for genuine transformation. Discover how small, consistent actions compound into profound change when you approach your inner work with patience and commitment. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - Why patterns need external eyes to spot  06:12 - How jujitsu mirrors your life patterns under stress  08:39 - Why repetition in challenging situations reveals your mechanics  13:48 - The difference between understanding concepts and embodying change  18:02 - Why transformation isn't one dramatic awakening  22:38 - How to evaluate if your coping mechanisms are actually helping  28:12 - The power stacking method: small adjustments compound over time  32:26 - Why sustainable practice beats intense spurts of effort  41:22 - Building self-work habits like you'd dose physical training  43:48 - The value of community and space repetitions in inner work  46:10 - From stress-triggered migraines to symptom-free living  48:37 - Why upgrading yourself upgrades everything in your life Ready to Build Your Practice? If you're done with surface-level fixes and ready for the sustainable inner work that creates lasting change, explore our Flow State Continuum Workshop to develop the practice that transforms symptoms into growth. Learn more: https://integrated-human.com/the-flow-state-continuum/ Connect with The Integrated Human: More Info: www.integrated-human.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/ Music: https://www.bensound.com

    49 min

  4. NOV 13

    #109 Motivation, Gini Coefficient and Happiness

    What if you could end your day energized instead of depleted—even on challenging days? Today on The Big and Small Podcast, Jason and Marit reveal how to build an emotional fuel bank that actually sustains you, using restorative emotions that prevent burnout instead of causing it. This isn't about positive thinking or pushing through. This is about discovering which emotions restore your energy and which ones drain it—then consciously choosing how you want to fuel your life. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - Happiness vs. fulfillment: what's the difference? 05:21 - The "being yourself" trap 07:45 - Owning who you are vs. expecting others to adapt 13:24 - How Gini coefficient reveals your drivers 18:38 - The negative motivation addiction 24:15 - Restorative emotions that prevent burnout 30:42 - How emotion creates your internal climate 37:07 - The fuel bank: restore vs. deplete 39:30 - Why "easy" days exhaust you more 41:52 - Childhood negativity and adult burnout patterns 44:19 - Breaking free from society's depletion conditioning Ready to Stop Running on Empty? If you're done being exhausted by your own internal climate and ready to build an emotional fuel bank that actually sustains you, our Flow State Continuum Workshop teaches you how to work with restorative emotions instead of constantly depleting yourself. Learn more about Flow State Continuum Workshop: https://integrated-human.com/the-flow-state-continuum/ Connect with The Integrated Human: More Info: www.integrated-human.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/ Music: https://www.bensound.com

    45 min

  5. OCT 30

    #108 Traditions, Christmas Stag and Frames

    What if your traditions could become portals to deeper connection instead of sources of stress? In this week's episode of The Big & Small Podcast, Jason and Marit explore the art of mindful living through the lens of traditions — showing you how to embrace what truly serves you while consciously choosing what stays and what goes. From Halloween celebrations to Christmas dinner timing, from family expectations to cultural practices, they reveal how bringing awareness to the invisible frames we inherit transforms everything. You'll discover how to honor your traditions while creating space for what genuinely fills you with connection and meaning. This is about embracing your power to choose — keeping the traditions that light you up and reimagining the ones that don't. In This Episode: 00:00 - Exploring Halloween and Norwegian Christmas traditions: What cultural differences teach us about mindful participation 03:00 - Building resilient communities through conscious connection (and why knowing your neighbors matters) 07:00 - The Yuli book tradition: A beautiful example of choosing participation with awareness 10:00 - Discovering the invisible frames that shape your worldview — and learning to see them clearly 12:00 - The Porsche frame exercise: Understanding how choice actually works in your life 14:00 - How examining traditions with awareness transforms them into meaningful rituals 18:00 - Embracing cultural participation with respect: Learning from other traditions with humility 22:00 - The five horsemen framework: Your practical tools for awareness, flow, choice, authenticity, and meaning 24:00 - Uncovering the true purpose beneath your traditions (and creating space for what matters) 28:00 - Inside/out living: Expressing your authentic self through conscious choice 30:00 - Understanding burnout through the lens of mindful living — and how awareness shifts everything 32:00 - The "have to" vs "get to" mindset: Embracing participation over obligation 34:00 - Finding meaning and service in your everyday life Learn more: https://integrated-human.com/the-flow-state-continuum/ Connect with The Integrated Human: Website: www.integrated-human.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/

    37 min

  6. OCT 16

    #107 Meditation, Centering and The Structure of Consciousness

    Can you actually sit in silence for five minutes without reaching for your phone? If the answer is no, you're giving away your power to everyone and everything except yourself—and it's costing you more than you realize. This week on The Big and Small Podcast, Jason and Marit dismantle the fluffy meditation mythology and reveal what recentering actually means. This isn't about quieting your mind (spoiler: that's impossible). This is about developing the ability to observe yourself so you can stop being controlled by your internal chaos and start directing your own life. From a chiropractic clinic conversation to the neuroscience of why your brain is running 150 channels simultaneously, this episode exposes why elite performers treat meditation like the competitive advantage it is—while everyone else stays distracted and mediocre. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - Why a 70-year-old wedding reveals everything about finding new meaning in stable relationships 05:41 - The clinic conversation that exposed meditation stereotypes 08:07 - What "recentering yourself" actually means (hint: it's not what you think) 10:29 - The structure of consciousness: why you're not really "in the moment" 17:29 - Your brain's 150 simultaneous channels and the predictive processing trap 21:52 - Why CEOs pay $8,000/hour to learn meditation (the performance secret) 24:21 - Silent meditation: why it's the hardest and why that matters 25:59 - Elite parents are removing technology from their kids—here's why 30:37 - The chain of manifestation: goals, habits, emotions, and roles 35:06 - From vision to prophecy: how success becomes inevitable Ready to Stop Being Controlled By Distraction? The Flow State Continuum Workshop teaches you how to access the centered, powerful state that creates consistent performance and real transformation. Learn to work from your cleanest internal place instead of being pulled by every emotion and distraction. Learn more: https://integrated-human.com/the-flow-state-continuum/ Connect with The Integrated Human: Website: www.integrated-human.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/

    39 min

  7. OCT 3

    #106 Frames, Religion and Mastery

    Are you stuck in patterns you can't explain? Dieting but mysteriously gaining weight? Working hard but hitting invisible walls? Your problem isn't discipline—it's frame conflicts you don't even know exist. Jason and Marit break down why your unconscious beliefs are literally blocking your success, your relationships, and your ability to master anything worth mastering. This isn't surface-level self-help. This is about discovering where your worldview, personal philosophy, emotions, and body are in direct conflict—and why that conflict is running your life without your consent. If you've ever felt like you're fighting yourself, this episode reveals exactly why—and what to do about it. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - Why their Flow State community keeps leveling up (and yours doesn't)05:00 - The structure of consciousness: your roadmap from pure awareness to action09:00 - How religion can either liberate or trap you (and how to tell the difference)13:00 - Why good and bad people don't exist—and what frame actually works17:00 - The hidden cost of unconscious frames (trauma, ritualistic behavior, self-sabotage)20:00 - Real case: How unprocessed trauma kept one woman obese for years—and how frame work set her free29:00 - The non-negotiable channel for mastery in anything34:00 - Why most goal-setting fails: the frame conflicts you can't seeMore Info: www.integrated-human.com  Subscribe to our YouTube side-channel for more wellness, spirituality and self-development : https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/ Music: https://www.bensound.com

    38 min

  8. SEP 20

    #105 Emotional Buffers, Frames and Snark

    Why do you turn into an awkward, rude mess the moment someone genuinely appreciates you? Your nervous system is screaming information you refuse to hear. When someone bakes you a cake and you respond with "should've been cheesecake" - that's not rudeness, that's your emotional overwhelm creating protective barriers against feeling good. You've become so practiced at negative emotions that joy literally short-circuits your system. This isn't about being ungrateful. This is about your self-hatred being so entrenched that appreciation threatens the very identity you've built on "not being enough." Your emotional buffers aren't protecting you - they're suffocating the parts of you that deserve to feel worthy. What You'll Learn: 00:00 - Feeling emotions vs accessing them04:00 - Geographical positioning inside yourself07:00 - Full emotional range as superpower09:00 - What emotional buffers actually are12:00 - Taking in genuine appreciation15:00 - Growth reflection without shutdown18:00 - Manifestations beyond imagination22:00 - Gratitude vs overwhelming appreciation26:00 - Why emotional overwhelm creates snark29:00 - Cultural understating patterns32:00 - Emotional landmines in relationshipsReady to Stop Sabotaging Your Own Worth? Listen to the full episode to understand how emotional buffers are keeping you from receiving the appreciation you've actually earned. More Info: www.integrated-human.com  Subscribe to our YouTube side-channel for more wellness, spirituality and self-development : https://www.youtube.com/@integratedhuman8416  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integratedhuman/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIntegratedHuman/ Music: https://www.bensound.com

    35 min
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Welcome to Big & Small, a podcast from Dr. Jason Shields, Marit Gabrielsen and The Integrated Human. Jason and Marit take their everyday conversations from the local coffee shop into the studio. They discuss everything—big and small—in life, with the goal of gaining a new perspective, of growing in spirit, mind, heart and body, and becoming an Integrated Human.Join in the conversation by sending questions and comments to support@integrated-human.comThis podcast is brought to you by The Integrated Human.Sign up to our newsletter at www.integrated-human.com to see what we're up to next and to get the best discounts for our events. 

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  • Creator
    The Big and Small Podcast
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    112
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 The Big and Small Podcast
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