Spiritually Hungry

As we approach the New Year, we often take time to reflect on the events of the past 12 months. This is an opportunity for self-inventory, so we can realign our lives to our core values. Join us for a holiday mini-episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast as we discuss end-of-year reflections and tools for connecting more meaningfully to our life’s purpose.

Parenting is full of big feelings—for kids and grown-ups—which makes the job of raising good humans tricky to navigate. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk to author Hunter Clarke-Fields about how to parent more mindfully and ultimately raise good humans. Further Readings: Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields Raising Good Humans Every Day by Hunter Clarke-Fields

Every day, life reflects the areas that require spiritual transformation. It’s our job to recognize these and understand that everything we experience is meant to teach us and help us become the person we are meant to become. Join us in this episode of Spiritually Hungry as we discuss the world as our spiritual mirror for change.

Anxiety in American youth has been steadily increasing in the recent past, impacting families across the country. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we talk to writer and producer Laura Morton about what she learned about helping young people cope with anxiety while making the documentary film “Anxious Nation.”

The holidays can bring us together with some of the most challenging people in our lives: family. Even the most strained and difficult relationships can be a source of meaningful growth. Join us for a conversation that can help each of us enter the holiday season with appreciation.

Our souls are speaking to us every moment of every day. But our inner voice can easily be overpowered by the desires of others. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, join us as we uncover how to diminish the voice of others and tune into our truest selves.

Relationships can be messy. But conflict can be the gateway to deeper connection and true closeness if we know how to approach it. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, join us for a conversation and actionable steps for long-lasting love and intimacy.

The kabbalists teach that we are given enough time to fulfill our purpose, but only just enough. Which means it behooves us to continuously reassess what fills our time. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss how to focus on the kind of busyness that brings us closer to our highest potential, how to assess if we are wasting time being busy on the things that ultimately won’t fulfill us, and helpful changes we can start making towards a more positive and soul fulfilling busyness. Further Readings: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Communication is a part of our everyday lives. However, those who have excellent communication skills are the ones who truly think about both how they are communicating and how they are connecting with others. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, join us for a conversation with author Charles Duhigg about how to become a Supercommunicator and connect more deeply with others. Further Readings: Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg

In our quest for spiritual transformation, we can begin to seek answers outside of our physical reality. However, tapping into deep-healing energy can be done anywhere. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk with Indigenous medicine woman and intuitive healer Sara Eaglewoman and learn how to find peace through meditation.

Many of our fears stem from the fact that so much of life is unpredictable. In this live recorded episode of Spiritually Hungry, listen as we discuss how to choose certainty over fear and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. “The fear that we all share is fear of the unknown. But the key here is, all of life is unknowable. It’s up to us to discover it, to create it, to make it meaningful for us. The only way you do that is by connecting to the Creator.” – Monica Berg Further Readings: Fear is Not an Option, by Monica Berg

From nightclub and real estate powerhouse to humanitarian hero, Michael Capponi’s personal transformation led him to launch the Global Empowerment Mission, a nonprofit that has supported communities in crisis worldwide for over a decade. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, join us for a soul-centered conversation with Michael about how Kabbalah guided him towards wisdom, clarity, and a higher purpose. “The wisdom I acquired from the negativity I went through is the greatest gift of all.” – Michael Capponi

Empathy allows us to connect with others and deepen our relationships. Whether we realize it or not, the children in our lives are always watching and learning from us. Join us in this summer mini-episode of Spiritually Hungry as we discuss the most powerful ways to teach and model empathy. “You don’t need to know someone’s story to be able to see them as human or feel their pain. You just need to be able to put yourself in their shoes.” – Monica Berg Further Readings: The Tale of the Other Glove, by Monica & Abigail Berg

Most of us would assert we are working towards our spiritual goals. But how hard are we actually working? The truth is that we can become complacent in our journey for spiritual transformation. Join us in this summer mini-episode of Spiritually Hungry as we discuss how to fuel the drive for greater personal change. “Each one of our souls came into this world to accomplish a certain level of growth and change, in addition to a certain amount of goodness or Light that we bring to this world.” – Michael Berg

The harshest words we ever mutter may be the things we say to ourselves. In this summer mini-episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss four tools for building greater self-worth so you can live your best life, mistakes and all. “Rather than striving to be perfect, get excited about being better.” – Michael Berg

Our lives are measured by how closely we align our daily actions with our soul’s desire. In this summer mini-episode, listen as we discuss the key to living all the days of our lives to the fullest and avoid unhappiness and regrets in death. “The reality is that most unhappiness, if not all unhappiness, comes from a misalignment of the life we are currently living with the desires of our soul and the knowledge of our soul.” – Michael Berg

Our minds are more powerful than we realize. In this summer mini-episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss how catching and redirecting your thoughts can shape your emotions and overall mindset. Join us as we unpack practical strategies to harness your thoughts, cultivate a positive mindset, and live a more intentional and purpose-driven life. “Having a sense of purpose, appreciation, and gratitude, is that circuitry which allows you to certainly live more of the days of your life.” – Monica Berg

How many little things upset you each day? It’s easy to react to the many tiny incidents that irk us daily. But is it really worth it? In this summer mini episode, we discuss the spiritual importance of letting the small stuff go and focusing on the things that really matter. “I do not believe it is possible for any one of us to allow very few things to upset us or cause us pain unless we are really doing the difficult spiritual work. That is, certainty in the Light of the Creator.” – Michael Berg

Have you ever wondered where insecurity comes from? In a spiritual sense, the source lies in a fundamental misconception: the belief that our gifts and talents are solely the result of our own merit. Tune in for an insightful episode as we discuss how recognizing ourselves as conduits rather than owners of our talents can lead to a more fulfilled and confident life. "A window doesn’t bring the light in; it allows the sun to shine through it into the room. In the same way, we are conduits for the Creator’s Light." – Michael Berg

We can encounter narcissists in the workplace, in social settings, and in family structures. These relationships can be devastatingly toxic. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss how to spot and set boundaries with the narcissists in our lives to maintain our well-being. “Just because somebody has fantastical visions of the world doesn’t mean they know how to treat a human being… At the end of the day, when you are making a decision for yourself, you have to pay attention to whether you feel safe, seen, and heard in their presence.” – Dr. Ramani Durvasula Further Readings: Should I Stay or Should I Go: Surviving A Relationship with a Narcissist, by Dr. Ramani Durvasula “Don’t You Know Who I Am?”: How to Stay Sane in an Era of Narcissism, Entitlement, and Incivility, by Dr. Ramani Durvasula