The Awakened Life

Many of us have been raised with a set of beliefs - a faith past down to us from previous generations, or from the communities we are involved with. But how can we know that our faith is really the truth? And is it ok to lose your faith in search for the truth? If so, how can we know what to believe in? Join David & Paul for an interesting discussion about growing up spirituality.

Are science and faith compatible? In this episode, David & Paul discuss the conflict between science and faith, questioning whether Science and faith can actually be mutually enriching and complementary.

We all view the world through our own unique bias. Is that by design or adopted through our environment?

Are we blind to the beliefs system of our tribe? Could it be that we miss the ultimate truth, because our identity is so connected to our tribe that we are unable to see what is true? And if we are blind, are there any tell-tale signs that we are missing out on the truth. Join in the fascinating discussion with David and Paul as they explore this subject further, especially as it relates to spirituality and religion.

In this episode, David shares about an unusual recent experience, followed by a discussion between Paul and David about being trapped in our own minds. What happens when we see with our deepest self? How does it change our thoughts and feelings toward ourselves and the world around us? A fascinating story and discussion that will certainly ignite hope in the magnitude of God and the universe.

In this episode, the hosts discuss how feelings are the true reflection of our beliefs, and how those beliefs create the reality that we experience. In other words, what we think about, talk about, believe strongly about and feel intensely about, we bring about.

In this highly controversial episode of The Awakened Life, the hosts discuss the misrepresentation of Jesus within the evangelical movement. They explore how its alignment with certain political views is contrary to Jesus and why in the long run it will marginalize evangelicals. The only hope, according to the hosts, is a new radical way of presenting Jesus.

Discussions in this episode vary from Trump to religion and spirituality, and how they are in a way intertwined.

At the Golden Globe Awards ceremony, Oprah in addressing the #metoo movement used the words - speak your truth - as a liberating call for women around the world. Behind these words are an inclusive reality that every male and female can adopt in 2018. in this episode listen to a frank discussion that ends with a resolution to speak our truth in 2018.

What's the hidden meaning of Christmas? While religion focuses on the dogma of Christmas and businesses on their Christmas sales, the real meaning is revealed when we are awakened within to the spirit of Christmas. It's their true transformation occurs and the world becomes a better place for everyone.

How can we differentiate between what is truth and what is fake? What shapes our view of what is truth? And how can we know that we are really right when so much of what we call truth is filtered through our own belief systems? In the episode, David and Paul discuss the real sign of knowing whether something is true or fake.

Millions of men and women have started with nothing and achieved great success, because they set goals that inspired them to achieve what at first seemed impossible. In this episode, discover why goals matter even for people who live in the now.

Everyone is a brand, whether individually or corporately. Our brand is what other people say about us. So how can we make sure they are speaking correctly about us? And how can we re-brand ourselves? Learn more in this insightful discussion on The Art of Rebranding Yourself in this episode of The Awakened Life.

What's your passion in life? Do you have a dream or goal you want to achieve? In this episode, Paul asks David about the benefits of visualizing your goals. David also shares insights in how to increase your daily energy level so that you can more quickly achieve your goals.

A primary reason why people fail to turn dreams to reality is limiting beliefs. We tell ourselves stories to justify why it's not working out for us. In this episode, Paul interviews David about how to rewire your subconscious with new beliefs that effortlessly move you toward your goals.

In this episode, David asks Paul questions about his corporate work to help organizations become more progressive and inclusive.

In this episode, the benefits of meditation is explored. Is it a concept only embraced by eastern religions and New Age groups? Or is it also a Biblical concept? If so, why is it not practiced more within Christianity? These and other questions regarding the benefits of meditation are discussed in this week's podcast.

In this interesting episode, the hosts discuss the concept of being able to love yourself.