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S2 EP 18. Ryan Allis: How to Create a Life You Love in One Year

6 December 2023 by Raj Jana

This week’s guest on Stay Grounded is Ryan Allis, serial entrepreneur, author of the new book “Magic Year,” and founder of Hive, a global community of over 3000 purpose-driven leaders and entrepreneurs collaborating to create a better world

Ryan has dedicated his life to finding inner happiness, optimal health, and meaning. After building and selling his first company for $170 million in his twenties, Ryan embarked on a 12-year adventure across 40 countries. On this journey of self-discovery, he explored everything from Burning Man to ayahuasca, vipassana meditation to biohacking.

Out of this exploration emerged Ryan’s mission – to empower people to design the life of their dreams and make a positive impact. He distilled his learnings into the principles in his latest book, Magic Year: A Book of Joy. Magic Year promises readers they can transform their lives in just 12 months by following Ryan’s guidance across all areas – purpose, goals, habits, relationships, love, sex, money, happiness, health, family, and more.

Key Topics Discussed:

The 3 books Ryan’s mom gave him at age 16 that changed his life
Why Ryan wrote his book The Magic Year for his son to read at age 15
The power of playfulness and levity when creating a life you love
Ryan’s litmus test for decision-making
The value of suffering in personal growth and awakening
Ryan’s view that the deepest truth of the world is love and we’re all singing one song
How the birth of Ryan’s son Apollo inspired him to “get his act together”
The magic morning routine that helped Ryan lose 50 pounds in The Magic Year
Reincarnation and the everlasting nature of the soul and spirit

If you’re searching for more meaning, joy, and inspiration in your life, don’t miss this soul-nourishing conversation with Ryan Allis. Tune into this episode to hear Ryan’s uplifting philosophy on aligning your life with your soul’s purpose and embracing the cosmic joke through playfulness and love.

Timestamps:

3:00 – The Art Of The Transition

10:00 – Working toward creating a better world

13:00 – Three books that changed Ryan’s life

14:30 – The role of death

22:00 – Waking up to the play of life

30:00 – The role of fear

34:30 – Magic Year and getting back to your true self

40:00 – How Ryan Stays Grounded

Connect with Ryan:

Magicyear.com – Ryan’s online course
Brotherhoodmen.com – Ryan’s new men’s group
Instagram

Connect with Raj:

Website
Instagram
iTunes
Spotify
YouTube

Legal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your health treatment or lifestyle.

S2 EP 17. Amish Shah: Transforming Your Health With Ayurveda

30 November 2023 by Raj Jana

In this episode of Stay Grounded, my guest is Amish Shah, a serial entrepreneur, and a passionate producer of a new documentary – The Natural Law – a powerful film that highlights the healing power of Ayurveda.

After crashing and burning out as a serial entrepreneur, he became incredibly ill and battled serious health issues for over a decade. His failure within the conventional medical system led him to India in search for holistic ways of healing, which is where he stumbled into Ayurveda.

Amish studied Ayurveda intensely, met with global experts, and began applying its teachings. He experienced a gentle yet profoundly transformative healing crisis. Finally his symptoms resolved and he felt better than ever – with many friends saying he looked like he was aging backwards.

In this episode, Amish breaks down what Ayurveda is, how to get the most out of this ancient technology, and what could be possible for your health by incorporating a more holistic approach.

Key topics discussed:

Amish Shah shares his story of how he discovered Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, and how it helped him heal from chronic health issues.
Amish explains the basics of Ayurveda, such as the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), the five elements (Ether, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth), and the importance of balance and harmony in the body and mind.
Amish talks about his documentary film, The Natural Law, which showcases the benefits of Ayurveda for various conditions, such as cancer, thyroid, autism, ADHD, and more.
Amish reveals his morning ritual that helps him stay grounded and focused every day, which includes gratitude, tongue scraping, oil pulling, massage, exercise, meditation, and breath work.
Amish discusses the role of community in healing and how he created a platform called Liberate to connect people with holistic practitioners and modalities.

Consider this podcast as “Ayurveda for Dummies.” When I began recording this episode, I knew nothing about Ayurveda and left feeling empowered to take my first steps. I hope this episode empowers you with the information you need to explore its potential in your own life.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction

4:30 – Amish’s Story

8:00 – Ayervadic Sciences

13:00 – Amish’s Rock Bottom

16:00 – The 5 Elements and 3 Doshas

25:00 – The Hero’s Journey

27:00 – Your Body Digests Everything

30:00 – Finding the root cause

33:00 – Working with western and eastern medicine

43:00 – Health is an initiation

51:00 – How Amish Stays Grounded

Resources and tools mentioned in this podcast:

The Surrender Experiment by Michael A. Singer
The Natural Law (Amish Shah’s documentary)
Ayurveda
Panchakarma (Ayurvedic detox therapy)
Genetic testing
Epigenetic testing

Connect with Amish:

Website

Connect with Raj:

Website
Instagram
iTunes
Spotify
YouTube

S2 EP 16. Paul Hutchinson: The Path to Forgiveness and Spiritual Freedom

21 November 2023 by Raj Jana

In this episode of Stay Grounded, my dear friend Paul Hutchinson joins me for an in-depth conversation about the path to forgiveness and spiritual freedom.

Paul Hutchinson is a successful entrepreneur, a humanitarian, and a filmmaker. He co-founded Bridge Investment Group Partners, a public company on the NYSE, and produced the film “Sound of Freedom”, which tells the true story of a child trafficking rescue mission in Colombia that he was part of. He also founded the Child Liberation Foundation, which has freed over 5,000 children from trafficking in 15 countries. Paul has been honored with many awards, such as the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, the International Medal of Freedom, and the Race Award from Harvard Business School.

Paul shares his incredible story of ego to purpose, from building a multi-billion dollar company to leading covert rescue missions and putting his life on the line to save innocent children. He discusses the power of cultivating unwavering faith and conviction in humanity, even in the darkest places.

Key Topics Covered:

The meaning of true forgiveness and how it differs from conventional ideas of forgiveness
Why forgiving yourself is the first step before you can forgive others
How hurt people often hurt others, but compassion can help break cycles of pain
The importance of unconditional love and seeing the humanity in everyone
Releasing judgment and embracing your own and others’ divine nature
The illusion of separation and remembering we are all one
Using “spiritual activism” to create positive change through love not fear
The power of unwavering faith and connection to God/source/higher self
Practical tips for cultivating forgiveness, faith, conviction, and remembrance in daily life
Paul’s incredible story of transformation and his mission to liberate trafficked children

In this talk, we uncover how forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves to release resentment and pain, the power of cultivating unconditional love and faith, and how remembering our divine nature allows us to fully forgive ourselves and others.

Connect with Paul:

Website
Liberatechildren.org

Liberatinghumanity.com

Sound of Freedom (Paul Hutchinson Executive Producer)

Connect with Raj:

S2 EP 15. Raj Jana: Practicing Emotional Sobriety

14 November 2023 by Raj Jana

In this monthly reflection episode of Stay Grounded, Raj shares his journey towards “emotional sobriety” and liberating himself from destructive mind patterns. He discusses implementing practices like mindfulness, connecting to his body’s wisdom, and aligning with his unique inner “prayer” or purpose. Raj explains how emotional sobriety opened him to profound awareness around his codependent patterns and propensity to self-abandon in relationships. He advocates tuning into nature’s frequency and trusting life’s flow. Raj believes we are living in a time of profound opportunity and there has never been a more important time to connect deeply with compassion for our fellow neighbor.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro

3:00 – Summarizing October

5:00 – Energy gets trapped in your body

8:30 – Finding an addiction to chaos

11:00 – Practicing emotional sobriety

16:00 – The slow life

25:00 – Being in right relationship with self

31:00 – Different types of safety

38:00 – Awareness and looking

46:00 – Waking up into more love

Connect with Raj:

Legal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity for any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle.

S2 EP 14. Ryan Matsumori: Finding The Courage To Be Yourself

7 November 2023 by Raj Jana

In this week’s episode, we explore the healing power of unconditional love with Executive Life and Business Coach Ryan Matsumori.

With over 10 years of experience as a transformational life coach, Ryan Matsumori has an in-depth understanding of human relationships and personal growth. As a Professional Certified Coach recognized by the International Coaching Federation, Ryan has supported over 500 clients in developing self-love, confidence, and clarity within themselves. Having walked his own journey to embrace vulnerability and listen to his heart after a difficult divorce, Ryan is adept at guiding others to break free of limiting beliefs and conditioning to live a life aligned with their truths.

Some key insights from Ryan:

Unconditional love provides the safety for us to be vulnerable and express all parts of ourselves without fear of judgment. This allows us to be grounded in our most authentic selves.
When we focus on our own self-judgment, we disconnect from both ourselves and others. But being intimate with all aspects of ourselves is crucial for alignment.
The mind often projects limiting beliefs based on past experiences. But the wisdom of the heart can guide us to create a different future aligned with our truths.
Going through intense hardship cracked open Ryan’s constructs and allowed him to finally listen to his heart’s wisdom. We often need trauma to prompt our awakening.
Simple practices like conscious breathing, shaking, and bounding can regulate our nervous system and bring our bodies into a state of safety and grounding.

This heart-opening discussion is a reminder that love – for ourselves, others, and the universe – is always available if we allow ourselves to access it by breaking free of limiting beliefs. When we trust we are unconditionally loved, we gain the courage to live fully as our truest selves.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro

3:00 – Having Authentic Conversations

7:00 – Learning to be present with ourselves.

10:00 – What Is Self Judgement?

15:00 – Creating safety

24:45 – Out of the head, into the body.

33:00 – Becoming aware of your limiting beliefs

42:00 – Moving into the heart

Connect with Ryan:

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Tools mentioned in this episode:

Brag Book: A simple way to compile all your excellent feedback or the impact you created
Shaking and bouncing for nervous system regulation
Hand on heart, conscious breathing practice
Getting out of head and into body
Exploring the mind, heart, gut perspectives
Unconditional love and presence

If you are on the path of emotional healing and self-discovery and would like to know how Liber8 can support your journey, head to www.rajjana.com/liber8.

S2 EP 13. John O’ Connor: Redefining Masculinity and Mental Health

31 October 2023 by Raj Jana

In this episode, we dive deep into redefining masculinity and mental health with John O’Connor.

With over two decades of experience and 10,000 hours logged coaching high-achieving men, John is one of the most qualified individuals I could possibly find to speak on the subject. As a husband, father, and former entrepreneur who got sober 22 years ago, John shares vulnerably about his own journey with alcohol addiction, suicidal ideation, and generational trauma, modeling a new paradigm of masculine strength through emotional openness.

Key topics discussed:

John’s process of getting sober over 22 years ago and the tools that helped him create lasting change. We talk about the importance of community support and therapy in working through underlying issues.
How fully embodying our struggles and sitting with discomfort is critical for growth, versus numbing or distracting ourselves. John shares his brilliant “90 day rule” for uncovering what we’re masking.
John courageously opens up about past suicidal thoughts, even amidst living a life he loves. We discuss how generational and ancestral trauma can unconsciously manifest. The power of sharing vulnerably to release shame.
Practical somatic tools John uses when difficult emotions arise, like the C.O.R.E. method for non-reactive processing. How allowing our feelings to just be can dissolve their charge over time.
The trap of ego and the discernment around what to share relationally vs. internally process first. How vulnerability invites reciprocity in intimacy.
John’s current work hosting men’s retreats and how healing journeys invite a new paradigm of masculine emotional expression.
Daily practices, like grounding through tea ceremonies, that keep John feeling centered amidst life’s chaos.

This conversation models a new vision of masculine mental health – one of courageous emotional work, inner exploration and interdependence. John demonstrates a grounded strength that comes from sharing vulnerably. His story inspires all of us to bring more truth into the light.

Timestamps:

2:00 – Being Truly Grounded

7:00 – The Beginning of Waking Up

15:00 – The Relationship To Death

19:00 – What is the source of your calling?

29:00 – Learning to be with your triggers

39:00 – What it means to speak your truth.

50:00 – Generational Trauma

1:02:00 – Reperspecting Shame

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Art of Contemplation training

Book: Essential Skills for Extraordinary Living (coming soon)

Core blueprint audiobook (coming soon)

Jayson Gaddis – Getting to Zero book

Connect with John:

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If you are on the path of emotional healing and self-discovery and would like to know how Liber8 can support your journey, head to www.rajjana.com/liber8.

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