00:20 Dave share's weekly check-in 03:05 Jihad share's his weekly check-in06:30 Jihad speaks to the doubt he observes in others when it comes to the future vision he has of himself10:20 Dave points out "Maybe the need of wanting to prove yourself comes from the lack of self love that was provided growing up in childhood."13:00 Dave gives examples of how the lack of security or contentment has driven some of the most successful people in their respective fields16:50 Jihad highlights that consistency is the only way to effectively recondition or unlearn things you've been doing your whole life19:40 Dave poses the question "Do you think it's possible for the majority of people on earth to be in flow at the same time?"22:25 The guys talk sports briefly (NBA)26:40 Dave takes issue with the NBA in response to the league's compliance with CDC guidelines and mandates 29:00 Jihad brings up the alleged Elon Musk sexual misconduct allegations32:20 Jihad talks about a article about a super comupter that can think like humans37:15 Dave talks about how many countries will have to go without wheat because of the war. 39:00 Jihad explains what the “soft life” is. From a questionable source. Dave and Jihad both share what their ideal “soft life” would look like 44:45 Dave recently came across a Ted talk about a study about 4 day weeks47:00 Dave shares why he is creating a health program called “The Holistic Factory Reset” 

00:10 Weekly Check in.04:05 Jihad and David discuss the weather changing in their respective cities. Plus Jihads 30th birthday coming up.05:45 Taking advantage of the Sun for all it’s benefits.07:00 David share a different sun exposure technique that health enthusiasts are trying. 13:00 Monkey Brain and dealing with technology in our modern world.16:00 The problem with supplement real life with technology.23:00 A happy medium instead of burning yourself out.25:00 Benefits of working out around 11am-2pm29:00 Jihad mentions how some jobs give longer lunches and the benefits of it. 32:25 "Did school server you?” In terms of learning styles.36:00 Jihad shares how his love of books came to be.37:20 David shares why he would homeschool his future children.43:40 Jihad talks about a recent Joe Rogan podcast where he talks about forces altruism in schools. 46:00 The best way to move is with love.

00:45 Jihad gives an update on how things have been going for him in his life.07:00 David recaps how his week has been since starting a new job.09:45 The guys talk about goal setting. The difference between knowing vs understanding through practical experience13:10 Jordan Peterson gets called out for hypocrisy by Paul Chek. What happens when a leader doesn't practice what they preach? 22:40 Jihad goes into specific short term goals he's setting for himself.26:25 David enjoys the perspective that we humans are both the sculptor and sculpture of our lives.28:15 Jihad share's a conversation he had with his sister via phonecall in which they caught up. That was a positive and enriching experience.34:15 David talks about how we all truly matter. We are all constantly affecting one another. And how our actions can potentially change the world.39:53 David and Jihad talk about Psycho Cybernetics.43:55 Some believe that self help culture can be toxic. David shares his opinion on this topic.46:04 With great power comes great responsibility.48:15 Fail forward. Use experiences as feedback and learning experiences. 49:00 Jihad shares the story of Sisyphus form Greek mythology. 

If you are interested in learning more about Tim Rothschild check out www.thethirdthingnetwork.com3:55 Who is Tim Rothschild? What is his story? 6:10 Tim begins to travels down the rabbit hole9:30 Once you experienced this paradigm shift, did it begin to feel as if you were losing your grips on reality?13:20 Which should someone start if they're just starting their spiritual journey? 20:30 Do you still work with teachers present day who help impart new truths or discover new perspectives? 21:00 What are your thoughts on The Body Keeps the Score? 22:26 As someone who grew up assimilated to societal norms and conventional living. I’m sure before you’re awakening you had an idea of how masculinity was defined by society. I’m curious, after being on your path for sometime; has that definition of masculinity come to change? 23:50 In your opinion, what is the difference between a boy and man?26:50 How do you recognize the intuitive pulls in your life? How would someone go about developing that level of sensitivity? 35:26 What is your outlook or vision of the future?39:45 Can you speak to obtaining spiritual truths through Psychedelics and non-psychedelics use

00:00 Jihad updates us on his Citi Bike situation 02:45 David fills us in on how the 2nd week of his new job is going and the looming decision on where he may live next.05:45 The guys get into what it’s like to live the "True New York & Chicago Experience"13:15 Jihad gives the run down on this year's Oscars debacle featuring Will Smith 17:50 David speculates what could've caused Will Smith to react the way he did21:10 Jihad thinks Will Smith demonstrated poor leadership as a husband24:35 David believes this a reminder for all us to stay in the moment and try not to live in the past 26:45 When unconditional love becomes conditional - Jihad 30:25 Sadly Chris Rock was a vibrational match for something like this to happen - David 34:50 The accompanied risk that comes with plastic cosmetic surgery39:30 The underlying reason why people get plastic surgery is in hopes of receiving that extra bit of love - David 41:30 Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz brought to my attention a large percentage of people who opt for plastic surgery suffer from body dysmorphia - Jihad49:15 With the advent of the Metaverse coupled with limitless possibilities of cosmetic surgery, it seems like we're trying to avoid reality - Jihad

00:40 Weekly Check-in 02:20 Jihad gets his Citi Bike stolen 06:30 (Dave shares) Dave begins shadowing at a chiropractor clinic 09:40 Dave feels he's receiving subtle signs from the universe to seek another opportunity elsewhere11:05 Should men get a pat on the back for not cheating? 16:50 Dave feels once you step into a partnership you should honor it as well as do your best to communicate18:40 Jihad feels that when people aren't honest with themselves or their partners, they sometimes put themselves in unfavorable situations to remain loyal while in committed relationships.23:50 Dave thinks it’s important to practice unconditional love in your relationships because at the end of the day you’re doing something because you want to and that includes being loyal24:20 Kanye West is barred from performing at this year's Grammys due concerning online behavior 25:15 J.Prince wants to do a concert in Vegas with Ye, Drake, The Weeknd & Nicki Minaj, at the same time as this year’s Grammys 25:45 Jihad points out that artist and creators these days seem to recognize that power and influence that they share and are starting to take the reigns back to reshape public narratives that concern them 27:25 Dave feels important to create our own platforms like Lavar Ball (father of NBA players LaMelo & Lonzo Ball) attempted to do with his own professional men’s basketball league 35:10 What’s a childhood coping mechanism method you unknowingly developed only to realize later that it wasn’t normal?  35:45 Jihad connects with a comment he read from a Reddit user in which he explains how he would emotionally repress anything that would come up when he noticed someone intentionally trying invoke a rise out of him37:45 It’s inevitable to feel pain, life is suffering. The more we allow ourselves to feel emotional responses that pain invokes, the more intimate we can be with reality - Jihad 39:00 (Dave touches on his childhood and some of the strategies he employed to feel safe and how he nurtured that strategy as he matured to only use it only when applicable) 42:05 Dave explores how abandonment experienced in childhood can affect us later in life43:15 Dave explores how details of our lives (whether it's childhood coping mechanisms, or the early development of our) all go on to impact our individual stories46:10 Jihad tries to apply his non-dual perspective to his circumstance of having his Citi Bike stolen 

In this episode we take an in depth look at at how childhood traumas affect our relationships and how we choose to use social media and much more. 5:50 What are attachment styles? How do insecure attachment styles affect our intimate relationships? How does parenting and nurturing during childhood lead to the development of a child's attachment style? 13:25 David identifies Jihad's attachment style.14:30 Jihad & David speaks how being complacent with an insecure attachment may lead seeking instant validation or safe love through drugs etc. 18:40 David & Jihad share what self-love looks like for them. 24:40 Realizing most relationships are a two way street, David expresses the importance of showing up as your best self in all relationships. 25:30 David shares a list of common childhood traumas 31:15 David highlights the correlation between emotional pain and our body response (muscle tightness) 34:10 The guys share when they know they're ready to exit the dating scene and enter a more committed relationship38:50 Jihad share's his opinion of how he believes social media like Instagram & TikTok are a superficial glorification of life.46:05 David speaks on how doing deep work can counteract the short attention spans we develop when using social media incessantly. 49:00 The guys discuss social media and the inauthentic relationships that are sometimes fostered through it. They also share how they prioritize genuine and authentic connections opposed to following people in hopes of keeping things cordial. 54:00 David shares how periodically taking a break from social media can be beneficial to our overall well being. 

In this episode we take an in depth look into Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey a common story telling motif that can be found in all our favorite movies & stories. We talk about how life seems to be comprised of polarities and how balance is the guiding principle in all of nature. As well as how to use storytelling to live a life of fulfillment.03:15 David shares his love for Tea Tree Oil05:45 Jihad’s gives his reason on why he thinks mythology and having a personal narrative is imperative when facing obstacles and challenges08:15 Through film, there are stories that all have the common theme of the hero's journey09:45 David explains why it’s important more than ever to create your own story even if you aren’t a religious person. And he begins to break down how different narratives are everywhere. 11:30 What is a narrative or story? How does it impact your overall life? What are some benefits of having a framework such as a narrative or believing in a religion?13:45 Religion gives a template for how to live life. Create your own dream. Be your own hero. 15:15 Having a dream gives meaning to the mundane parts of life. 17:00 Jihad shares his belief that life is filled with opposites and it seems to be everywhere.  He believes it’s best for people to grow comfortable with these opposites and understand that balance is the guiding principle in all of nature. 19:30 When observing opposites it important to pay close attention to the parts of our psychology we begin to suppress in childhood due to safety, our dependence on fitting-in or basic survival needs 20:30 Shadow comes from the atmosphere that comes from childhood and relationships with family, caretakers, siblings, etc23:00 David’s experience tapping into forgiveness28:00 Age isn’t always indicative of someone’s maturity. People are only able to act from whatever point of consciousness they’re currently at. 30:40 How do we create a life of meaning? How do we avoid a life filled with regrets? 36:50 Everything is polarity. Out of chaos comes order40:45 Jihad defines his name, and explains how it reminds him of the balance he must embody. 43:00 Perfection is a human construct and does not exist in nature 47:00 “There's nothing you can do that's more important than being fulfilled. When you do you become a sign & realization of your own personal myth.”

In this episode we take an in depth look at the Kanye West Jeen Yuhs Documentary. The Drug Abuse Resistance Program DARE calls out HBO’s hit show Euphoria. And lastly an opinion essay in The New York Times titled "Is Sports Gambling Gold Rush On"2:14 The Drug Abuse Resistance Program D.A.R.E Calls Out HBO’s Hit Show Euphoria3:50 Did D.A.R.E program actually work? 5:35 There're so many avenues of entertainment that we consume with illicit content already. 09:30 America's big drug problem, what is the root cause? 10:50 Growing up without a parent can cause stress and imbalance & Drugs provide safe love.12:55 The Kanye Documentary17:00 Kanye represented confidence and being your own biggest believer19:20 Kanye’s music was genuine. It was a true expression of himself and his vision20:00 Kanye was the first vulnerable rapper22:00 “I miss the old Kanye”26:30 Kanye was recording his own documentary before he ever achieved anything substantial28:15 An Opinion Essay from NYT "Sports Gambling Gold Rush On”30:45 Chris’s personal experience with gambling and some of his co-workers experiences 33:50 Is this a natural human consequence of human nature? Or is there  something particular about America's economic and cultural life that makes especially susceptible to problem gambling?35:10 Many people already live in a fight or flight state38:50 Stock & Crypto are no different than gambling. Crypto is growing and it’s important to learn how it works43:15 Exercise caution when buying/trading cryptocurrencies. Do your researchArticles Mentioned: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/dre-says-hbos-euphoria-glamorizes-drug-use-sex-violence-rcna13631https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/22/opinion/sports-gambling-superbowl.htmlMusicLo-Fi Lounge Chill Hip Hop CITY by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_M61F81Nfb-BRXE-SeVAMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode we take an in depth look at the rise of Animal Stem Cells Being Used To Create Animal Meat, The Potential of mRNA & DNA Vaccines Being Used In The Future To Treat Cancer, HIV, Autoimmune Disorders and Genetic Diseases, and lastly Covid Reflections.3:45 The New Secret Chicken Recipe? Animals Cell.8:05 Regenerative Agriculture As a Healthy Alternative To Creating Lab Grown Meat 14:00 Voting With Your Dollar An Effective Way To Support Companies Who Share The Same Values 15:50 How mRNA and DNA Vaccines Could Soon Treat Cancers, HIV, Autoimmune disorders and Genetic Diseases24:40 David Suggest A More Holistic Approach Other Health Pandemics We Face As Humans27:40 Awareness Has The Ability To Expand and Shift Consciousness  31:30 Covid Reflections34:00 Our Media New Outlets Don't Prioritize Informing Us As Much As Invoking Specific Emotional States 38:00 Technology can be Hypnotizing and Used to Create a Narrative 41:00 Covid Becoming an Endemic is Eminent 41:40 Seeing Things as Half Full Instead of Half Empty45:10 Most People are Doing Their BestArticles Mentioned:https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/15/dining/cell-cultured-meat.htmlhttps://theconversation.com/how-mrna-and-dna-vaccines-could-soon-treat-cancers-hiv-autoimmune-disorders-and-genetic-diseases-170772MusicLo-Fi Lounge Chill Hip Hop CITY by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_M61F81Nfb-BRXE-SeVAMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/