Natural Passages

Herb Stevenson and Sahadeo Ramharrack
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Welcome to Natural Passages Podcast – Revealing The Unmarked Doors Of Life. We are delighted to have you join us as we engage in an ongoing conversation about the ever-changing world of spiritual awakening. My name is Herb Stevenson – In the weeks ahead, myself and my guest host, Sahadeo Ramharrack will be sharing my own thirty-year journey, which ranges from moments of seriousness to moments of humor. My intention is that my experiences will resonate with you and help you gain insight into your own unique journey. Thank you for tuning in!

  1. May 21

    Episode 40: The Frozen Self vs The Present Self with Herb Stevenson

    Episode 40 of the Natural Passages podcast features a powerful conversation with Herb Stevenson exploring the difference between the “Frozen Self” and the “Present Self” and why so many people today emotionally react instead of consciously responding. Drawing from mindfulness practices, Toltec wisdom, psychology, transformational coaching, and deep self observation, Herb discusses emotional triggers, identity attachment, belief systems, political tension, and the unconscious stories that shape human behavior. This episode challenges listeners to become more aware of their reactions, interrupt automatic emotional patterns, and develop greater presence and clarity in everyday life. If you are interested in mindfulness, consciousness, spirituality, emotional intelligence, psychology, meditation, self awareness, and personal transformation, this episode delivers an insightful and thought provoking discussion. 📘 Get Herb Stevenson’s book “Bare Attention: Coaching at the Point of Contact” on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Bare+Attention+Coaching+at+the+Point+of+Contact+Herb+Stevenson 🌐 Visit Herb Stevenson’s website:https://www.clevelandconsultinggroup.com 📧 Contact:herb@clevelandconsultinggroup.com Follow Natural Passages for more conversations focused on mindfulness, emotional growth, consciousness, and human potential. #Mindfulness #Podcast #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfAwareness #Consciousness #PersonalGrowth #Psychology #MentalHealth #SpiritualGrowth #Meditation #HumanBehavior #Mindset #Transformation #Awareness #NaturalPassages

    14 min

  2. Apr 14

    Episode 39: Stop Reacting—This Will Change How You Think (Full Episode Show Notes)

    Episode Overview:Most people don’t have a communication problem… they have a reaction problem. In this episode of the Natural Passages Podcast, host Herb Stevenson explores how the lack of presence creates unnecessary conflict, stress, and distorted communication. He introduces the concept of coherence—what it means, how it shows up in your life, and why it’s the key to better relationships, clearer thinking, and stronger leadership. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The difference between reacting vs. respondingWhat “coherence” really means and why it mattersHow reactivity creates distortion in communication and relationshipsThe role of presence in stabilizing conversations and outcomesHow to slow down your thinking and eliminate “autopilot” behaviorPractical ways to pause, reflect, and choose your responseHow awareness improves leadership, teamwork, and personal interactionsKey Concepts Discussed: Field Coherence: Your presence influences the energy and alignment in any interactionReactivity vs. Awareness: Automatic responses vs. intentional actionDistortion: How internal storytelling disrupts communicationPause–Reflect–Choose: A simple framework to regain control in the momentEmotional Awareness: Recognizing sensations before reactingReal-World Applications: Handling team conflict without escalationImproving communication in high-pressure situationsStrengthening personal and professional relationshipsLeading with clarity instead of emotionCreating better outcomes by staying grounded and presentFeatured Resources:Herb Stevenson expands on these concepts in his books: Bare Attention – Coaching and leading through presence and clarityBare Awareness – Understanding internal patterns and reducing reactivity📚 Order here:👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GCH3ZLJX👉 https://www.herbstevenson.com/books.php Subscribe & Follow:Subscribe to the Natural Passages YouTube channel and turn on notifications for more episodes on leadership, awareness, and personal growth. Final Thought:You can’t control everything that happens—but you can control how you respond. And that changes everything.

    15 min

  3. Mar 10

    Episode 38 - The Five Agreements That Fix Executive Team Dysfunction

    In this episode of the Natural Passages Podcast, executive coach and leadership advisor  @herbstevenson9970  explores how the timeless wisdom of Toltec philosophy and the Five Agreements can dramatically improve executive team performance. Drawing on decades of consulting experience, Herb explains why most leadership teams don’t fail because of intelligence, strategy, or talent—but because of distortion in communication, assumptions, and identity-driven reactions.Inspired by the teachings of Don Miguel Ruiz and Don Miguel Ruiz Jr., Herb breaks down the Five Agreements and applies them directly to the realities of business leadership. He explains how principles such as being impeccable with your words, not taking things personally, questioning assumptions, doing your best, and listening with healthy skepticism can reduce friction inside organizations. When leaders remove distortion from conversations, trust increases, decisions become clearer, side conversations disappear, and teams move faster toward innovation and results.Herb also discusses how modern teams are overwhelmed by distractions, political noise, and constant change. By bringing presence, clarity, and conscious communication into the workplace, leaders can create environments where disagreement strengthens collaboration rather than weakening it. This episode offers practical insights for executives, entrepreneurs, consultants, and leadership teams who want to build high-trust organizations and more effective decision-making cultures.You’ll also hear updates about Herb’s consulting work, his new book “Bear Attention,” a presence-based coaching guide now available on Amazon, and his upcoming book on team coaching and leadership dynamics. If you're interested in leadership growth, organizational culture, and improving team performance, this episode delivers practical guidance you can apply immediately.👉 For more insights on leadership, awareness, and personal development, subscribe to the Natural Passages Podcast.To order Herb's new book Bare Attention, visit: https://a.co/d/07YYQMBD For consulting inquiries, contact Herb Stevenson at herb@clevelandconsultinggroup.com.#leadershippodcast #executiveleadership #teamperformance #businessleadership #organizationalculture #leadershipdevelopment #executivecoaching #managementskills #leadershipmindset #businessstrategy #personaldevelopment #mindfulleadership #toltecwisdom #professionaldevelopment #leadershipgrowth

    20 min

  4. 12/22/2025

    Episode 37: The Four Levels of Listening During the Holidays

    In Episode 37 of the Natural Passages Podcast, Herb Stevenson delivers a timely, no-nonsense conversation about something most people get wrong—listening. As the holiday season brings emotional pressure, family tension, and uncertainty, Herb explains why we often think we’re listening when we’re actually reacting to old stories, assumptions, and past experiences. This full episode breaks down the four levels of listening, with a strong focus on generative listening, presence, and emotional awareness. Herb shares practical, real-world guidance on posture, eye contact, validation, and quieting internal reactions—tools that can immediately improve conversations at holiday gatherings and beyond. If you want fewer conflicts, deeper connection, and more meaningful moments, this episode sets the standard for how to truly show up for others. 👉 Subscribe here for more conversations that change how you listen, connect, and show up—during the holidays and every day after. Hashtags:#NaturalPassages #HerbStevenson #PodcastEpisode #HolidayListening #DeepListening #EmotionalIntelligence #MindfulConversations #Presence #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness

    19 min

  5. 12/04/2025

    Episode 36: Becoming Fully Present — Grounding, Embodiment & Finding Stability in a Chaotic World

    In this powerful episode of the Natural Passages Podcast, host Herb Stevenson breaks down one of the most essential skills for navigating modern life: grounding. With the world moving faster, pressures increasing, and people living in constant mental overdrive, Herb explores how grounding reconnects us with the body, restores presence, and brings us back into a place of inner stability. Through personal experience and decades of guiding others, Herb explains what grounding really means — far beyond simply having your “feet on the ground.” He describes the difference between living as a “head dragging a body behind it” versus inhabiting your full self with awareness, breath, sensation, and embodied presence. You’ll hear why so many of us operate in a chronic state of fight, flight, freeze, or fawn... and how grounding is the doorway out of those patterns. #NaturalPassagesPodcast #HerbStevenson #Grounding #Embodiment #MindfulnessPractice #SomaticAwareness #FeltSense #EmotionalResilience #StressManagement #PresenceWork #InnerWork #MindBodyConnection #Breathwork #SelfAwareness #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalGrowthJourney #NervousSystemRegulation #MindfulnessTools #WalkInNature #HolisticWellbeing

    14 min

  6. 11/13/2025

    Episode 35: The Truth About Work-Life Quality | Natural Passages with Herb Stevenson

    In this episode of Natural Passages, host Herb Stevenson breaks down one of the biggest myths in modern life: work-life balance doesn’t exist. Herb explains why the real key is work-life quality—how you define your life, how you make choices, and how intentionally you show up for the people who matter most.Herb shares decades of insight from executive leadership coaching, exploring why so many people feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in achievement mode while losing sight of who they are. He discusses the power of self-leadership, conscious decision-making, investing in your inner life, managing your energy, and reconnecting with family through genuine presence. This episode invites you to rethink success, define what truly matters, and stop living on autopilot before time slips away.If you're ready to start living with clarity, purpose, and authenticity, this conversation will resonate deeply. For more transformational content subscribe here!#NaturalPassages #HerbStevenson #WorkLifeQuality #LeadershipDevelopment #Mindfulness #SelfLeadership #PersonalGrowth #LifeBalance #ExecutiveCoaching #PurposeDrivenLife #EmotionalIntelligence #ConsciousLiving #LifePurpose #Wellbeing #BVSFilmProductions

    18 min

  7. 10/16/2025

    Episode 34: The Power of Silence: Finding Presence in a Noisy World

    In this enlightening episode of Natural Passages, host Herb Stevenson guides listeners through the quiet corridors of the mind to explore the profound connection between silence, mindfulness, and true presence. Herb discusses why sitting in silence is one of the most powerful — yet most difficult — practices for self-awareness and emotional balance. Discover the five stages of the mind, from the restless “monkey mind” to the calm clarity of mindfulness. Herb explains how our thoughts can become noise that clouds who we truly are, and how learning to sit quietly — even for five minutes a day — can help us reconnect with our authentic selves. Whether you’re an executive, coach, or simply searching for peace, this episode offers simple, practical tools to reclaim focus and presence in an overstimulated world. 💡 In This Episode: Why silence is essential to mindfulness and inner peace The five stages of the mind and how to navigate them How to quiet rumination and mental overactivity The link between presence, awareness, and emotional clarity How to apply mindfulness in leadership, relationships, and daily life 🎧 Listen, reflect, and rediscover your true self through silence.Subscribe to Natural Passages with Herb Stevenson for more episodes that reveal the unmarked doors of life.

    16 min

  8. 09/25/2025

    Episode 33 — The Power of “Not Doing

    In this episode of the Natural Passages Podcast, host Herb Stevenson explores the countercultural practice of “not doing.” We live in a world that glorifies busyness—always moving, always producing. But what happens when we pause? Herb shares how slowing down creates space for clarity, creativity, and authentic connection. Drawing from his consulting work, he offers stories of leaders and organizations that discovered innovation and resilience through reflection and presence. You’ll hear about: Why “not doing” isn’t passivity, but a leadership practice How silence and reflection spark better decision-making Ways to prevent burnout by resisting false urgency Practical steps for shifting from busyness to presence This conversation is about more than business—it’s about rethinking how we live, lead, and connect in today’s chaotic world. 👉 Subscribe to Natural Passages Podcast for more insights from Herb Stevenson as he continues “revealing the unmarked doors of life.”

    19 min
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Welcome to Natural Passages Podcast – Revealing The Unmarked Doors Of Life. We are delighted to have you join us as we engage in an ongoing conversation about the ever-changing world of spiritual awakening. My name is Herb Stevenson – In the weeks ahead, myself and my guest host, Sahadeo Ramharrack will be sharing my own thirty-year journey, which ranges from moments of seriousness to moments of humor. My intention is that my experiences will resonate with you and help you gain insight into your own unique journey. Thank you for tuning in!

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  • Creator
    Herb Stevenson and Sahadeo Ramharrack
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Herb Stevenson and Sahadeo Ramharrack
  • Show Website
    Natural Passages