Conscious Conversations With Nick and Nitin Nick Palladino-King and Nitin Garg

In this conversation, Cale Owen, the CEO of GymLaunch Prestige Labs and Gymowners.com, shares his journey from being a professional baseball player to becoming a successful entrepreneur and CEO.

He discusses the importance of continuous learning and skill development, as well as the challenges and rewards of running a business.

Cale emphasizes the value of having hard conversations and being honest with oneself and others. He highlights the need to tell the truth, maintain grace, and approach difficult conversations with a logical and factual mindset.

We discuss various themes related to personal and professional growth and explore the importance of overcoming fear and confronting challenges, creating a space for open communication, and improving feedback and expectations.

The episode also emphasizes the concept of work-life integration and the need to choose how to spend one's time and energy. The idea of living an integrated life and being true to oneself and one's passions and challenge the traditional notion of retirement and highlight the importance of finding fulfillment in the process of growth.

The conversation explores the themes of learning and growth, retiring into something you love, staying motivated in the face of failure, determining when to pivot in business, being process-oriented rather than goal-oriented, building commitment and determination, and being loyal to yourself and your goals.

The episode dives into strategies for staying motivated during challenging times and making decisions about when to pivot in business.

If you are ready to elevate your career and communication skills, you do not want to miss this episode

Listen in now!

Takeaways


Fear is often exaggerated and can be overcome by taking the first step and confronting it.
Open communication and feedback are essential for personal and professional growth.
Clear expectations and direct feedback can improve working relationships and productivity.
Work-life integration allows for a more holistic and fulfilling approach to life.
Living an integrated life means being true to oneself and pursuing passions.
Retirement should be redefined as a pivot to new endeavors rather than a complete cessation of work.
Finding fulfillment comes from falling in love with the process of growth and personal development. Continuous learning and personal growth are essential for success in life.
Retirement should be about pursuing something fulfilling rather than just achieving financial independence.
Staying motivated during difficult times requires a focus on the person you want to become and the long-term goals you want to achieve.
Being process-oriented, rather than goal-oriented, helps to maintain consistency and progress.
Building commitment and determination involves being loyal to yourself and your goals.



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Dr. Cyrus Khambatta Co-Founder and CEO of Mastering Diabetes shares his personal journey with diabetes and how transitioning to a plant-based diet transformed his health.

He discusses the short-term and long-term effects of a ketogenic diet, highlighting the potential risks and drawbacks. He emphasizes the importance of considering long-term health and wellness when making dietary choices.

Additionally, he emphasizes the role of fitness in maintaining overall health and reducing the risk of diabetes.

In this conversation, Cyrus Khambatta, PhD, and the Conscious Conversations team discuss the power of fitness and nutrition in reversing insulin resistance and improving long-term health. They emphasize the importance of exercise in increasing glucose uptake by muscle tissue and reducing insulin resistance.

They also highlight the benefits of a balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, legumes, and intact whole grains.

The conversation emphasizes the simplicity of health and wellness, focusing on the basics of eating well, moving well, and surrounding oneself with a supportive community.



Takeaways


Fitness is a powerful tool in reversing insulin resistance and reducing the risk of various health conditions.
A balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, legumes, and intact whole grains is essential for long-term health.
Surrounding yourself with a supportive community can greatly impact your health and wellness journey.
The basics of health and wellness are simple: eat well, move well, and prioritize your overall well-being.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

08:49 Transition to a Plant-Based Diet

35:12 Sacrificing Long-Term Health for Short-Term Results

39:27 The Importance of Fitness for Long-Term Health

40:03 Introduction and Friendship

41:25 The Power of Fitness in Reversing Insulin Resistance

43:18 Insulin's Role in Glucose Uptake

46:09The Effect of a Ketogenic Diet on Glycogen Storage

48:49 The Importance of Balanced Nutrition for Long-Term Health

50:08 Eating More Plants and Whole Foods

56:10 Ideal Macronutrient Intake for Health

58:28 The Impact of Nutrition and Exercise on Body Composition

01:05:01 The Simplicity of Health and Wellness

01:10:26 Surrounding Yourself with a Supportive Community

01:12:25Closing Remarks and Coaching Programs

Learn More About Cyrus and his amazing work here:

www.masteringdiabetes.org


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In this episode, Anthony Trucks, ex-NFL player and identity shift coach, shares his personal journey of overcoming challenges and transforming his life.

He emphasizes the power of identity and the importance of believing in oneself. Anthony discusses the concept of Dark Work, which refers to the unseen, difficult work that leads to success.

He highlights the significance of small steps and the need to focus on the process rather than the end goal. By designing a plan and making it a part of one's identity, individuals can achieve their desired outcomes and live a fulfilling life.

In this conversation, Anthony Trucks shares insights on creating a powerful life through planning and structure. He emphasizes the importance of not relying on feelings and instead following a well-planned schedule.

Anthony also discusses the balance between honoring feelings and taking action, highlighting the need to lean into discomfort and push through fear.

He explores the mindset of successful people, including their world-level thinking, continuous desire to learn, and ability to take fast action. Anthony emphasizes the importance of acclimating to a higher level of success and enjoying the journey.



Takeaways


Create a well-planned schedule to avoid relying on feelings and ensure productivity.
Lean into discomfort and push through fear to take action and achieve goals.
Adopt a world-level thinking mindset and continuously seek opportunities to learn.
Acclimate to a higher level of success by embracing challenges and enjoying the journey.
Rewire the dominator's identity through intentional experiences and personal growth.



Chapters

00:00Introduction and Background

03:41The Power of Identity

06:21Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence

10:14Motivation and Belief

14:43The Importance of Small Steps

24:01Process-Oriented vs Goal-Oriented

27:29Falling in Love with the Day

31:02Designing Your Dark

34:01Becoming Process-Oriented

36:25Creating a Powerful Life through Planning and Structure

43:15Balancing Feelings and Action

50:04Developing the Mindset of Successful People

58:03Acclimating to a Higher Level of Success

01:00:19Moving at a Fast Pace and Embracing the Journey

01:03:33Enjoying the Present Moment and Having Fun

01:04:08Rewiring the Dominator's Identity



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In this episode, Alex King-Harris teaches about the intersection of technology and wellness.



We discuss Alex's personal journey with technology, the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in personal growth, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI.

We explore the importance of human connection in the digital age and the impact of technology on mental health. In this conversation, Alex discusses the importance of learning to grieve and develop compassion in the face of profound loss and the challenges of balancing emotional distress and being of service.

He shares his experiences of learning to grieve from nature and the teachings of indigenous populations. The conversation also explores the gap in awareness and awakening, the interconnection between human wellness and the planet, and the possibilities of Evolve in amplifying therapeutic tools.

Alex emphasizes the need to resist the shadows of capitalism and build a culture of wellness. The power of conscious business and the impact it can have on individuals and the world is highlighted.

The conversation concludes with reflections on AI and the conscious use of technology for positive impact.



Takeaways

1) Technology can be a powerful tool for personal growth and self-reflection when used consciously and with awareness.

2) AI has the potential to assist individuals in understanding and navigating their emotions and experiences.

3) The ethical implications of AI and data privacy should be carefully considered and addressed.

4) Human connection and community are essential for well-being and should not be replaced by technology.

5) The rise of technology has contributed to a mental health epidemic, and it is important to find a balance between technology use and human connection. Learning to grieve and develop compassion is essential in the face of profound loss.

6) Balancing emotional distress and being of service requires conscious effort.

7) Nature can be a powerful teacher in the process of grieving and finding reverence for life.

8) There is a gap in awareness and awakening that needs to be addressed.

9) Human wellness and the health of the planet are interconnected.

10) Evolve has the potential to amplify therapeutic tools and democratize wellness.

11) Resisting the shadows of capitalism and building a culture of wellness is crucial.

12) Conscious business can have a positive impact on individuals and the world.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

07:07 The Journey of Combining Technology and Wellness

19:19 AI as a Tool for Self-Reflection and Growth

28:33 The Ethics and Challenges of AI

38:06 The Importance of Human Connection

41:18 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health

44:02 Learning to Grieve and Develop Compassion

45:21 The Challenge of Balancing Emotional Distress and Service

46:20 Learning to Grieve from Nature

48:43 The Gap in Awareness and Awakening

50:50 The Interconnection Between Human Wellness and the Planet

51:11 The Possibilities of Evolve and Amplifying Therapeutic Tools

53:23 Resisting the Shadows of Capitalism and Building a Culture of Wellness

57:59 The Power of Conscious Business and Impact

58:13 Reflections on AI and Inviting Further Conversations

59:48 Consciously Using Technology for Positive Impact

01:00:31 Closing Thoughts on Using Tools for Creating Possibilities

01:00:42 How to Connect with Alex King-Harris



Learn More About Alex Here:

www.alexkingharris.com




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Swami Sarvapriyananda shares his journey of becoming a spiritual leader and the importance of spirituality in finding deep and lasting meaning in life.

He discusses the different paths to God realization and the ultimate purpose of life.

Swami Sarvapriyananda explores the question of why we are here and the nature of reality. He encourages listeners to ask deep questions and embark on a spiritual quest for self-discovery and fulfillment.

The conversation explores the challenges and misconceptions surrounding spiritual growth. It emphasizes the need to overcome instant gratification and impatience, as well as the tendency to hop from one spiritual path to another. The importance of perseverance and not giving up on the spiritual quest is highlighted.

The discussion also delves into the concept of faulty minds and the process of overcoming negative tendencies. The benefits of spiritual practice, including happiness, peace, and personal growth, are discussed.

The conversation concludes with the recommendation to find a balance between enjoyable and nourishing spiritual practices and the harmony of the four yogas.



Takeaways:

1) Spirituality offers deep and lasting meaning in life.

2) There are different paths to God realization, including the path of devotion, the path of mystical experience, and the path of self-inquiry.

3) The purpose of life is to realize our true nature and overcome ignorance.

4) Questions about the nature of reality, the purpose of life, and the self are important for self-inquiry and spiritual growth.

5) Spiritual maturity requires time, effort, and a sense of fearlessness in asking deep questions.



Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

09:16 Desire for God

19:18 The Ultimate Purpose of Life

26:43 The Illusion of Reality

37:09 Questions for Self-Inquiry

45:02 The Importance of Spiritual Maturity

47:41 Instant Gratification and Impatience

49:37 Hopping from One Path to Another

51:30 The Importance of Not Giving Up

53:29 The Process of Spiritual Growth

56:09 Overcoming Faulty Minds

57:56 The Struggle of Spiritual Growth

01:02:31 The Benefits of Spiritual Practice

01:08:05 Making Spirituality Tasty and Nutritious

01:11:55 The Harmony of the Four Yogas



About Swami Sarvapriyananda:

Swami Sarvapriyananda has been the Minister and spiritual leader of the Vedanta Society of New York since January 2017.

He joined the Ramakrishna Math in 1994 and received sannyasa in 2004. He served as an acharya (teacher) of the monastic probationers’ training center at Belur Math, India, and later in various capacities in different educational institutes of the Ramakrishna Mission in India and as the Assistant Minister of the Vedanta Society of Southern California.

During 2019-2020 he was a Nagral Fellow at the Harvard Divinity School. The swami is a well-known speaker on Vedanta and has been on various prestigious forums such as TEDx, SAND, Google Talk etc.

He has engaged in dialogue with many eminent thinkers such as Deepak Chopra, Rupert Spira, Rick Archer, David Chalmers and Sam Harris.

Learn more about Swami Sarvapriyananda Here:

www.vedantany.org
www.youtube.com/vedantany
www.soundcloud.com/vedantany




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Mark Mezadourian shares his journey as an intuitive with his practical approach to connecting with angels and guides.

The episode includes a special and deep grounding exercise that guides us through connecting with the Archangel Michael.

Mark emphasizes the importance of making the world bigger through intention and unconditional love. He discusses the power of unconditional love and how it can transform our lives and the world around us.

Mark also explores the role of spirituality in expanding our consciousness and embracing our own power. This conversation explores the role of angels in providing support and guidance in our lives. It emphasizes the importance of trusting in the support and guidance of angels and developing and deepening our intuition.

The conversation also discusses the blocks to intuition and the importance of asking for help. It highlights the need to engage in long brainwaves for spiritual connection and the process of repeating and building evidence in our spiritual practice.

The conversation even goes as deep to suggest that we are all angels and the importance of showing up for each other in that light to be ambassadors of peace.



Takeaways

Connecting with angels and guides can be a practical and transformative experience.

Unconditional love is a powerful force that can heal and transform our lives.

By making the world bigger through intention and unconditional love, we can create positive change.

Discerning between ego and spirit is essential in developing our intuition and receiving guidance. Trust in the support and guidance of angels in your life.

Develop and deepen your intuition through practice and engagement.

Ask for help and be open to receiving guidance.

Engage in long brainwaves for spiritual connection and growth.

Recognize the presence of angels in your life and show up as an angel for others.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:17 Mark's Journey and Practical Application

03:24 Connecting with Angels and Guides

06:10 Grounding Exercise

09:30 Connecting with Archangel Michael

12:55 Surrounding Yourself with Unconditional Love

16:11 Receiving Guidance from Archangel Michael

20:33 Creating a Bigger World

27:03 Discerning Between Ego and Spirit

29:17 How Angels Communicate

31:27 Thinking Bigger and Making the World Bigger

34:02 The Power of Unconditional Love

43:23 Implementing Unconditional Love

47:33 The Role of Angels in Providing Support and Guidance

49:43 Trusting in the Support and Guidance of Angels

50:43 Developing and Deepening Intuition

53:15 Engaging with Individual Guides

55:05 Overcoming Blocks to Intuition

56:34 The Importance of Asking for Help

58:15 Building the Muscle of Intuition

01:00:07 Developing Faith in the Guidance Received

01:01:51 Engaging in Long Brainwaves for Spiritual Connection

01:04:06 Repeating the Process and Building Evidence

01:09:01 Recognizing the Presence of Angels in Our Lives

01:12:38 The Experience of Being an Angel

01:17:48 Showing Up as Angels for Each Other

01:19:01 Closing Remarks and Resources



About Mark:

Mark Mezadourian is an intuitive specializing in connecting with angels and guides. Accessing spirituality with heart-centered practicality is the goal of his work.

Free recordings of angel experiences for healing, for clearing, to support empaths and to build a relationship with angels and guides are available on Instagram, YouTube and Insight Timer.

For information on all in-person and online events, as well as private intuitive readings, please visit www.markmezadourian.com


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