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In this episode of The Observatory, Dalton and Carly George join the show to discuss the importance of genuine intentions and vulnerability in young couples. Dalton and Carly are a young couple who are newly married and have spent a year together on the road. Dalton is an over-the-road truck driver. Hear how Dalton and Carly first met, the time they spent together on the road, how it influenced their relationship, and their biggest growth point in their relationship school. They also share how they navigated the time on the track when they almost parted ways and how their background, coming from divorced families, has influenced their relationship today. Timestamps [04:30] How Dalton and Carly first met [10:41] Having real intentions as a young couple [15:57] The time Dalton and Carly spent on the road together [22:00] The strongest growth point of Carly and Dalton’s relationship school [30:55] The growth in Scott and LaRae’s relationship [40:00] How did their experience in the track affect their relationship? [45:25] How Dalton and Carly navigated the time on the track and nearly parted ways [49:18] Background of divorced families, has influenced their relationship today [53:49] The importance of vulnerability in relationships [01:01:07] Dalton and Carly’s journey into getting married [01:11:12] The beauty of the place where the marriage ceremony took place Notable quotes:Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Adam Heaps and Mike Canales join the show to discuss The Energy Stack and how it helps create a safe space to reset, receive, and just be. Mike and Adam are the founders of The Energy Stack, a mix of modalities offering conscious entertainment and conscious connection. Hear how Adam and Mike came up with the name The Energy Stack, the beauty of mixing the modalities, and how The Energy Stack evolved into retreats. They also share the impact of the Energy Stack in their lives and how you can observe energy sources and use them as a tool for creation. Timestamps [02:38] The story behind The Energy Stack [08:43] The beauty of The Energy Stack [09:39] The place that Adam and Mike do The Energy Stack consistently [11:29] How The Energy Stack evolved into retreats [18:00] How Adam and Mike organize the retreats [20:23] How Adam and Mike came up with the word ‘The Energy Stack’ [25:11] The impact that The Energy Stack has had on the lives of Adam and Mike [35:10] The second album that Adam is creating [40:47] Observing energy sources and using them as a tool for creation [48:56] The release of Adam’s second album [52:20] The Energy Stack’s upcoming events Notable quotes: Relevant links: Website: https://www.theenergystack.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theenergystack Mike Canales: https://www.instagram.com/mikecanales_/ Adam Heaps: https://www.instagram.com/adamheaps/?hl=en Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Gabriel Logan Braun joins the show to discuss music and sound healing and how they promote inner peace, relaxation, and overall well-being. Gabriel is a world musician, sound healer, and life coach who has worked in recovery centers for over 14 years, teaching different healing modalities. Hear what drew Gabriel into music, how he became aware of the healing side of music, the transformation of music into a connecting place, and the role that music plays in the healing journey. He also shares what he does to prepare people to get into the space of presence and connection. Timestamps [01:25] How Scott first met Gabriel Logan [02:48] Gabriel Logan Braun’s background information and how he was drawn to music [06:12] The kind of work the Gabriel does in recovery centers [09:30] The transformation of music into a connecting place [09:55] How Gabriel became aware of the healing side of music [19:55] How Gabriel operates when he goes into playing live music [22:08] The role that music plays in the journey to recover from addiction [28:30] What Gabriel does to prepare people to go into the space of presence and connection [35:00] The different healing modalities that Gabriel teaches people [38:31] The deeper meaning of the word emotion [46:25] The workshop that Gabriel is going to conduct in Utah on April 26, 2024 Notable quotes: Relevant links: Website: https://www.gabrielloganbraun.com/ https://www.gabrielloganbraun.com/show/wildfire-an-evening-of-primal-cultivation-at-shade-wellness-utah/ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wildfire-an-evening-of-primal-cultivation-tickets-880602585037?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkeQ0YJnXpBXmljVL-6Nh1g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielloganbraun/?hl=en Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Benjamin Brown, aka The Fresh King Benjamin, joins the show to discuss how people can survive high-demand religious cults and rebuild their lives. Benjamin Brown escaped a Polygamist compound (an offshoot of Mormonism) at the age of 20 and struggled for years feeling so different from everyone in the “normal” society. Finally, he realized that his “freshness” is a gift that allows him to experience all the delights of this beautiful world. He now helps cult survivors to rebuild their lives. Hear what motivated Benjamin to leave the ploygamist world, the most important thing you can learn from leaving a high-demand religious cult and the wisdom that comes with having different experiences in life. Timestamps [01:31] Fresh King Benjamin’s background information [08:28] The most important thing you can learn from leaving a high-demand cult [12:48] The wisdom that comes with having different experiences in life [14:49] What motivated Benjamin to leave the polygamist world. [20:20] The polygamist Mormonism experience [23:20] The origin of polygamist Mormonism ideology [29:54] The untrue things that the church and Joseph Smith did [34:58] What the American Christianity has manipulated Christianity [36:00] The transition from the religious cult into creativity and comedy [44:00] How Benjamin uses comedy to heal from childhood trauma [49:00] The importance of letting people be their authentic selves [56:33] Other things that Benjamin is doing to overcome his trauma [01:01:08] Where Benjamin does his comedy and events [01:09:20] The different cults that were created in the 1980s [01:10:49] Healing from abusive religions Notable quotes: Relevant links: Website: https://www.thefreshkingbenjamin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefreshkingbenjamin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreshkingbenjamin/?hl=en Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Nick and John McGill join the show to share their touching surrogacy journey, from choosing an egg donor to the surrogate's pregnancy and the support they received. Nick and John have been married since 2013 and have two kids. Hear the process of choosing a surrogate mother, the challenges that Nick and John experienced with the surrogate mother and the experience of having a child two weeks early. They also talk about the finances that come with surrogacy, the challenge of states changing the laws of surrogacy on same-sex couples, and the organizations that support gay couples looking to have surrogacy. Timestamps: [03:50] Nick and John’s wedding in December 2013 [08:05] The experience of getting kids through surrogacy [13:16] The challenges that Nick and John experienced with the surrogate mother [16:57] The process of choosing a mother for the kids [24:07] The experience of Asher coming two weeks early [30:00] The challenge of states changing the laws of surrogacy [34:46] How it felt to start the surrogacy process all over again [36:57] The finances that come with surrogacy [42:39] The exciting thing about the second surrogacy [52:00] The sacrifice that surrogate mothers make in carrying a child for nine months [59:00] The organization that supports gay couples looking to have surrogacy Notable quotes: Relevant links: Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Dr. Madolyn Liebing joins the show to discuss the wilderness as an active participant in recovery that naturally facilitates healing, balance, and health. Dr. Madolyn is a renowned Wilderness Psychologist, Therapist, and Outdoor Behavioral Health Eagle Award Recipient. She is also the clinical director at Juniper Canyon Treatment Center and Legacy Treatment Center. Hear what drew Dr. Madolyn to nature, how she got into wilderness therapy treatment, and the results of the initial wilderness therapy experiment. She also talks about how humanity has moved away from nature and the five areas in which wilderness therapy treatment develops. Timestamps [01:32] Dr. Madolyn Liebing’s background information [07:00] How Dr. Madolyn got into thewilderness therapy treatment [11:30] The origin of the Aspen Achievement Academy [14:21] The results of the original experiment of wilderness therapy [16:30] What Dr. Madolyn did during her time out from the practice [21:07] The average length of the wilderness therapy treatment [22:39] The inspiration behind Dr. Maddy’s passion for nature and its healing methods [26:28] What drew Dr. Maddy to nature [29:29] How humanity has moved away from nature [33:17] The initial signs that show the treatment is working [34:57] The different types of trauma and different ways to treat them [42:36] The Right Of Passage (ROP) experiment [43:08] The five areas that the wilderness therapy treatment develops [48:05] The importance of ceremonies and rituals in our lives [53:00] The Clan of the Hand [01:03:20] What the future holds for Dr. Maddy Notable quotes: Relevant links: https://legacyoutdooradventures.com/https://junipercanyonrecovery.com/Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Lauri Poldre joins the show to discuss going within and learning how to live your life from the inside out. Lauri is a Healer who helps people regain inner peace, clarity, and harmony through sound, meditation, and breathwork. Hear what led Lauri into spirituality, his first experience with singing bowls, and how he got into helping people in their healing journey. He also talks about the role of nature in the healing journey and the different healing modalities you can use in your journey. Timestamps [02:40] Lauri Poldre’s background information [05:07] The origin of spirituality in Lauri’s life [06:47] The experience that led Lauri into spirituality [11:07] What led Lauri into music, frequency, and sound healing [12:16] The first experience with singing bowls [14:47] The festivals that Lauri attended in the USA [19:06] Does sound healing help in the alignment of the Chakras? [21:31] How Lauri got into helping other people using sound healing [24:26] How the healing journey has helped Lauri find his true self [29:08] Balancing the intellectual side with the conscious side [34:06] The different healing modalities that helped Lauri in his journey [41:57] Joseph’s concept of the hero's journey [50:19] What the future of technology looks like Notable quotes: Relevant links: Website: https://lauripoldre.com/ Facebook: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauripoldre/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauri.poldre/ Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Chris Wright joins the show to discuss the world of AI and how it can be used more positively, incorporating the best parts of humanity, love, and compassion. Chris is the Founder of The AI Trust Council, whose mission is to restore trust and authenticity in the digital world. Hear the meaning of AGI and ASI, the digitalization of humans to interface with the advanced technology and the super AI data collection system. Chris also talks about the defense AI systems that countries are buying, the critical things to raise awareness of in the world of AI, and how people can understand AI on a personal level. Timestamps [01:53] Chris Wright’s background information [03:00] What got Chris in the space of AI [07:05] What is AGI and ASI? [09:46] The digitalization of humans to interface with the advanced technology [14:48] The digital track and trace system in Dubai [16:08] The super AI data collection system [20:32] How AI recognizes changes in patterns in the human race [22:00] The fundamental principle of the AI Trust Council [28:12] Who is in charge of the AI systems? [34:13] The defense AI system that countries are buying [37:29] The critical things to raise awareness of in the world of AI [40:03] How people can understand AI on a personal level [47:40] Aligning AI with the values of humanity [58:00] The best way to get more education on AI and its impacts on humanity Notable quotes: Episode resources: Website: https://theaitc.com/ Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Greg Jensen joins the show to discuss internal and external poverty and how we can help eradicate it. Greg Jensen is the Co-founder and Director of Cultiva International, which eliminates internal and external poverty by teaching people how to grow their own food and thereby showing them that they have the power to improve their own lives. Hear the unique philosophy that Greg uses to help people living in poverty and the importance of community in fighting internal poverty. Greg also talks about the misunderstanding of poverty and the biggest lesson he learned from moving to Guatemala from the USA. Timestamps: [01:53] The story behind moving to Guatemala from the USA [06:27] The biggest lesson from moving to Guatemala [09:47] The fear of the unknown [12:16] The transition from trail running to starting Cultivate Institute and Cultiva International [17:39] How Greg started helping people living in poverty [22:10] The unique philosophy that Greg uses to help people living in poverty [30:21] The misunderstanding of poverty [32:37] The internal poverty [38:42] How Cultiva International is helping fight internal poverty [40:08] The importance of community in fighting internal poverty [46:51] The story of the youth who fought internal poverty in Guatemala [50:21] The type of groups that Greg works with [59:50] The importance of reading books like a song Notable quotes: Relevant links: Cultiva International: https://www.cultivainternational.org/ Cultivate Institute: https://www.cultivateinstitute.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CultivaInternational Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, James ‘Fish’ Gill joins the show to talk about love and awareness, conscious communication, and how it helps transform relationship conflicts. Jame Gill is a heart coach, yoga teacher, and transformational facilitator based in Perth, Australia. He supports couples, businesses, and community groups to regrow trust, connection, and understanding. Hear the simple practices for evoking safety during conflicts, including the art of validation. James also talks about the things that stop us from being masterful when validating others and the three questions to lead us deeper behind what we might assume to be malicious intent. Timestamps [02:10] The practice of conscious communication [08:26] Simple practices for evoking safety in us during conflicts [08:32] #1 The art of validation [11:25] Validation 101, which supports emotional intimacy and safety [15:07] The things that stop us from being masterful when validating others [27:16] The threats that are vacuumed out by validation [37:11] The ability to validate your intentions [40:42] Fighting for mutual understanding [46:40] Tapping into the neutral space in a relationship [57:38] The homework for the week [01:06:30] Three questions to lead us deeper behind malicious intent [01:20:25] Bringing love and awareness to the very places it’s most ached for Notable quotes: “The more hyper-irrational we become, and the more engaged we become around firing off our little Facebook messages that are oppositional, the more we create the culture of opposition and judgement.” - James Gill [08:54] “If someone has to be wrong in repair, then it’s not repair.” - James ‘Fish’ Gill [35:25] “If I am holding in my left my experience and in my right your experience, and if I am really committed to bringing love and awareness to both, it’s only a matter of time for things to open between us.” - James ‘Fish’ Gill [01:01:35] Relevant links: Website: https://www.leadbyheart.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_fish_gill/ Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

In this episode of The Observatory, Dustin and Rachel Grigg join the show to talk about overcoming addiction and the part your spouse plays in that journey. Dustin and Rachel are a married couple with one daughter. Hear how they met, how Rachel felt about Dustin’s addiction when pregnant, what it was like when the daughter was born, and the changes that Dustin had to make to become sober and closer to the family. Dustin also advises people with an addiction who can’t go past the pain of stopping and shares the importance of transparency in a relationship. Timestamps [02:29] How Dustin and Rachel met [08:28] How Rachel felt about Dustin’s addiction when pregnant [10:00] What it was like when the daughter was born [16:04] What prompted the deeper conversation on life [20:23] Advice to people with an addiction who can’t go past the pain of stopping [24:04] The changes that Dustin had to make to be sober and closer to family [29:21] How the marriage survived [33:51] The importance of transparency in a relationship [36:54] The things that help Dustin and Rachel in their marriage [46:04] How Rachel dealt with Dustin losing his brother [56:55] The process of grief [01:00:40] What’s next for Dustin and Rachel? Notable quotes: Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Dustin Grigg joins the show to talk about overcoming addiction. Hear about Dustin’s journey through addiction, when he realized it was a problem, the decision to make a change, the relapses, how his daughter caused a shift in his life, and dealing with loss. Timestamps [03:53] Dustin’s journey. [10:44] When it became a problem. [13:35] Finding light in the dark. [21:12] The intervention. [32:15] The next lesson. [41:40] The big shift. [54:59] What was it all masking? [75:14] The blue feather. [84:56] How many losses are there? Notable quotes: Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Woniya Thibeault joins the show to talk about her journey connecting to nature. Woniya is best known for her appearances on Alone, on the History Channel, which has been referred to as the Olympics of Survival. Hear about how Woniya became drawn to nature, the power of connecting with our ancestral roots, how Woniya is helping others experience transformations in the wild, the power of a positive mindset, surviving with humility, building a daily routine with connections to nature, and Woniya reads from her book. Timestamps [02:20] About Woniya. [04:08] Being drawn to nature. [06:33] Learning ancestral skills. [09:53] The teaching community. [18:37] The story behind the book. [23:26] Woniya’s most profound process. [26:55] Living on beauty. [30:03] The power of mindset. [35:47] A lesson in surrender. [43:19] Being Never Alone. [51:26] Woniya’s daily routine. [55:36] Becoming Ancestor. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Website: www.woniyathibeault.com. www.buckskinrevolution.com. Patreon: Woniya, Buckskin Revolution. Instagram: @buckskin_revolution. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Jake Wiseman joins the show to talk about overcoming addictions. Jake is the Owner of Lift at Station Park and a Realtor with Realtor Rodger. Hear about Jake’s journey out of opioid addiction, finding himself through psychedelic therapy, living from the inside out, how the body holds on to emotion, and the power of living in authenticity and with vulnerability. Timestamps [01:58] A bit about Jake. [03:31] Jake’s changing life. [10:59] Opioid losses. [13:55] Making a change. [44:34] What makes the journey worthwhile? [53:16] Living inside-out. [55:42] Ice baths. [63:42] Emotions held in the body. [71:55] Self-awareness and authenticity. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Website: liftatstationpark.com. Instagram: @wisjak_/. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Jessica Darrow joins the show to talk about healing with CBD and plant medicine. Jessica is the co-partner of Bode Wellness, a certified organic, full-spectrum CBD company. Hear about Jessica’s transition out of Corporate America, the accident that changed her life, how our lives are like a solar system, how she is educating others about CBD and plant medicine, overcoming the biases that society has around cannabis and plant medicine, and how people could start using plant medicine and CBD for their own healing. Timestamps [02:22] A bit about Jessica. [14:01] Jessica’s life-changing Africa trip. [20:30] A life-changing accident. [37:40] The solar system of life. [42:00] Getting into CBD. [60:50] Jessica’s words of encouragement. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Email: jessica@bodewellness.com. Website: bodewellness.com. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Krista James joins the show to talk about reclaiming your truth. Krista is an intuition coach, helping guide people to reconnect with their inner knowing and reclaim their truths. Hear about how Krista became interested in exploring tarot, her significant faith transition, the freedom that came from letting go, the widespread purity culture, Krista’s experience getting into burlesque dancing, and the power of doing shadow work. Timestamps [03:13] A bit about Krista. [07:40] Exploring tarot. [12:01] Krista’s faith transition. [28:51] Knowing what to keep and what to let go. [33:26] Krista’s wild self. [36:17] Permission to express fully. [40:20] Exploration and curiosity. [45:44] Purity culture. [56:31] Doing shadow work. [61:57] Challenging our own conditioning. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Website: yourintuitivealignment.com. Instagram: @yourintuitivealignment. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, experienced yoga teacher and recovering introvert, Adrienne Isbell joins the show, to talk about healing through meditation. Hear about Adrienne’s experience getting into drumming, her transformation through vipassana meditation, the misconceptions around meditation, and how to start liking things after letting go. Timestamps [02:08] A bit about Adrienne. [06:13] Adrienne’s drumming. [18:26] Adrienne’s call to healing. [32:31] The vipassana experience. [55:38] Getting lost. [63:07] “I could never…” [74:38] How to start liking stuff. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Instagram: @yoga_adrienne_2.0. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Roseann Higgins joins the show to talk about matchmaking. Hear about how Roseann ensures successful matchmaking, how she starts the conversations with candidates, her high success rate, the secret relationship sauce, how our requirements change over time, and how to start working with a matchmaker. Timestamps [02:08] A bit about Roseann. [04:44] Matchmaking Success. [15:37] Finding candidates. [19:10] The success rate. [21:37] What’s the secret sauce? [39:43] Roseann’s love life. [41:25] Revisiting our requirements. [52:48] Working with Roseann. Notable quotes: Website: especiallyselective.com. LinkedIn: Roseann Higgins. Instagram: @roseannhiggins. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Beau Oyler joins the show to talk about expanding his spirituality in the LDS church. Hear about Beau’s journey to his awakening, growing and healing with psychedelics, living in the Middle Way, expanding spirituality within the church, and his transformational experience in the Himalayas. Timestamps [01:56] Beau in the Himalayas. [06:15] A bit about Beau. [18:35] Breaking down the orthodoxy. [21:44] The awakening. [30:49] Beau’s changing perspective. [39:14] The psychedelic experiences. [57:26] The Middle Way. [67:06] Expanding spirituality. [79:48] Reflecting on the Himalaya trek. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Website: www.enlisteddesign.com. LinkedIn: Beau Oyler Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Observatory, Carol Lynn Pearson joins the show to talk about the doctrine of plural marriage in Mormonism. Hear about how the doctrine of polygamy developed, how polygamy causes irreversible damage, the importance of resonating with love, practical solutions to the problem, and Carol’s upcoming books. Timestamps [03:53] Have Carol Lynn’s views changed on the doctrine of polygamy. [10:14] Mormonism and polygamy. [18:00] How the doctrine changed over time. [21:11] How polygamy showed up in Carol Lynn’s story. [26:54] The damage that this doctrine causes. [44:27] Resonating with love. [51:30] Carol Lynn’s favorite passages. [70:41] Solutions to the problem. [74:15] Carol Lynn’s diaries. Notable quotes: Relevant Links: Website: carollynnpearson.com. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts.