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Truth & Transcendence | Hosted by Catherine Llewellyn | Brought to you by Being Space & Podfather Network Welcome to Truth & Transcendence — a podcast for seekers, leaders, creatives, and changemakers who are exploring the deeper layers of human experience. Launched in mid-2021, this show was born out of a time of global uncertainty. It began as a space to support conscious leadership in challenging times — a call to strength, wisdom, and integrity. Since then, the podcast has evolved alongside the world around us. Now, we welcome a rich tapestry of guests: senior leaders, coaches, artists, spiritual guides, alternative practitioners, and everyday people living extraordinary lives. Our focus is no longer just on navigating crisis — but on embracing the joy of creation, discovery, and soulful expansion. Each week brings two episodes: 🔹 Nugget Mondays – brief, insightful solo reflections. 🔹 Guest Fridays – open-hearted, unscripted conversations that dive deep.We don’t do scripts. We follow the energy of the moment....
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About my guest Michael Ostrolenk MA and MFT, Master Coach in Resilience, Leadership and Elite Performance In this episode, Catherine welcomes Michael Ostrolenk, a master coach specializing in resilience, leadership, and elite performance. Michael works with former special operators, executive leaders, and high achievers, integrating psychological, physiological, and tactical disciplines to offer a holistic system for peak performance across mind, body, spirit, and relationships. Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction & welcome 01:19 – The "That Makes No Sense" Philosophy Michael introduces his driving question, "That makes no sense," and its origins in his childhood. 01:59 – Childhood Hospital Experience Michael recounts a pivotal moment at age five in the hospital, where he questioned authority and the medical system. 02:36 – The Cheating CNA Discussion about a Certified Nursing Assistant cheating at cards and calling Michael a racist, leading to his early questioning of human behaviour. 03:06 – Seeking Understanding How the "that makes no sense" question led Michael to psychology and exploring different models of human interaction. 05:15 – Challenging the Dominant Paradigm Further examples from childhood and adolescence where Michael challenged teachers and medical practitioners. 06:46 – Intuitive Sense and Upbringing Exploring the roots of Michael's intuitive sense and his family's perception of him as an "alien being." 07:50 – Challenges of Questioning Authority Michael shares stories of challenges faced, including a 9th-grade paper and geometry proofs, and how his mother advocated for him. 09:43 – Curiosity Over Confrontation Michael's approach to understanding differing beliefs, exemplified by his geometry tutor who tried to convert him. 10:47 – Public Policy and Diverse Perspectives Michael's 20 years in public policy, engaging with conservatives, liberals, and libertarians to understand different viewpoints. 12:00 – The Power of "Yes, And" Introduction of his second gravestone motto, "Yes, and," and its role in fostering connection and understanding. 13:20 – The Importance of Connection Discussion on the human need for connection and how it impacts well-being and longevity. 14:30 – The Impact of Loneliness Exploring the detrimental effects of loneliness on physical and mental health. 15:30 – The Role of Technology How technology can both connect and isolate, and the importance of intentional connection. 16:30 – Relationships as a "Dojo" Michael's metaphor of relationships as a training ground for personal growth and development. 17:30 – The Three Pillars of Resilience Introduction to the three pillars: physiological, psychological, and tactical. 18:30 – Physiological Resilience Emphasis on sleep, diet, stress management, and circadian biology for optimal health. 20:00 – Psychological Resilience Understanding and managing emotions, thoughts, and beliefs. 21:00 – Tactical Resilience Developing practical skills and strategies for navigating challenges. 22:00 – The Importance of Sleep Detailed discussion on the critical role of sleep for overall well-being and performance. 23:00 – Diet and Bio-Individuality Tailoring diet to individual needs for optimal health. 24:00 – Stress Management Techniques and strategies for effectively managing stress. 25:00 – Circadian Biology Aligning daily rhythms with natural light-dark cycles. 26:00 – The Relationship Dojo Further exploration of training for relationships, similar to training for a marathon. 27:00 – Pre-Relationship Training Working with individuals to prepare for healthy relationships before they begin. 28:00 – Post-Divorce Transformation An example of coaching a client through divorce to build a new, healthier life and approach to dating. 35:49 – Two Messages for the Mission-Driven Michael's advice: prioritise physiological well-being (especially sleep) and practice kindness. 36:31 – The Power of Kindness How a simple act of kindness can have a profound impact, even saving a life. 37:46 – Favourite Part of the Conversation Michael reflects on how the discussion about death and its influence on his work was particularly insightful for him. 38:42 – Closing Remarks Where to find Michael Ostrolenk Website: MichaelDOstrolenk.com ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: /https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the show: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #beyondlimitations #personalpower #selfawareness
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About this Episode In this solo episode, Catherine explores our relationship with the life force, suggesting that the most natural connection is one of cooperation, not control. She challenges the prevalent cultural paradigm of "power over" – where one entity dominates another – and contrasts it with a more empowering, peer-to-peer collaboration with the infinite energy of life. Catherine discusses how this shift in perspective can transform our understanding of ourselves and our interactions, leading to greater clarity, softness, and vitality in all aspects of life. #LifeForce #Cooperation #PowerOver Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine introduces the topic of our relationship with the life force. 00:15 – Cooperation with the Life Force Defining cooperation as the most natural relationship, where no one is in charge or submitting. 00:40 – Benefits of Cooperation Discussing autonomy, access to infinite power, and mutual help with the life force. 01:13 – Why We Don't Always Cooperate Exploring the cultural paradigm of "subject, object" and "power over" relationships. 01:53 – Oppressor vs. Oppressed Examining the common worldview of forces and victims, and how it manifests in human interactions. 02:45 – Human Capacity for All Manifestations Suggesting that all humans have the capacity for both positive and negative expressions, not just some. 03:48 – The Naturalness of Cooperation Reaffirming that a cooperative relationship with the life force is natural, powerful, and available to all. 04:02 – Stepping into Cooperation Encouraging listeners to consider how embracing cooperation can transform their lives, work, and relationships. 04:57 – Closing Remarks & Clarity Call Catherine invites listeners to book a Clarity Call and looks forward to next week. ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #TruthAndTranscendence #SpiritualGrowth #SelfEmpowerment
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About my guest Mark Astor Co-founder and Partner, Astor Simovich Law In this episode, Catherine sits down with Mark Astor, a former prosecutor and co-founder of Astor Simovich Law. They explore Mark's philosophy of "never giving up", his personal journey from the UK to becoming a leading mental health attorney in Florida, and the critical role of personal responsibility in achieving success. Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine welcomes Mark Astor and introduces his background in mental health and addiction law. 01:20 – The Transatlantic Identity Mark discusses his 40-year journey in the US and the shifting nature of his British accent. 02:23 – Theme of "Never Giving Up" Exploring the origins of Mark’s resilience and his earliest memories of this mindset. 03:02 – Early Life and Humble Beginnings Mark shares stories of his upbringing in the UK, his father’s entrepreneurial spirit, and overcoming bullying. 05:11 – The Two Factors of Drive Mark discusses whether drive is innate or developed through mindset and environment. 06:53 – The Turning Point Mark reflects on his late 40s, being broke, and the year spent at a personal growth company that changed his life. 07:54 – Personal vs. Financial Growth Why personal development must precede professional success and the importance of taking 100% responsibility. 08:44 – Finding a Mission Transitioning from prosecution to a mission-driven law firm focused on helping families in crisis. 11:07 – Work Ethic vs. Talent Mark’s philosophy on outworking the competition and his "hard work beats talent" mantra. 12:11 – The Myth of Work-Life Balance Why Mark believes traditional balance is a myth during the growth phase of a business. 14:40 – Nurturing Relationships The importance of maintaining a strong marriage and the role of his wife as his law partner. 15:53 – The Journey of Stepparenting Mark shares his experience and growth as a stepfather over the last few years. 17:07 – Detours and Different Directions Reflecting on a year spent in DC working on a presidential campaign and getting a Master's in Law. 19:15 – The "Yin to my Yang" A tribute to his wife’s role in his personal and professional success. 28:56 – The Special Statutes An overview of the Marchman Act, Baker Act, and Guardianship in Florida. 31:06 – The Baker Act Expert How personal family experience led Mark to become a leading expert on Florida’s mental health system. 34:04 – The Marijuana Crisis Mark discusses the alarming rise in mental health issues fuelled by high-potency, legal marijuana. 37:17 – Unregulated Substances The dangers of Kratom and its impact on young adults’ mental health. 40:50 – The Recovery Process The challenge of getting families to commit to saving their loved ones and doing their own work. 44:03 – Lawyers and Mental Health Mark discusses why legal professionals are at high risk for behavioural health issues and offers resources. 45:34 – Advice for the Mission-Driven Mark’s three keys to success: never giving up, being willing to fail, and surrounding yourself with support. 48:36 – Final Reflections Mark shares why his personal journey is the most important part of his story to share. 50:01 – Closing Remarks Where to find Mark and final thoughts from Catherine. Where to find Mark Astor Website: mentalhealthaddictionlawfirm.com ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About this Episode In this solo episode, Catherine delves into the intriguing feeling of "I'm not from here". She explores various interpretations of this sentiment, from a sense of not belonging to one's family or culture, to a deeper feeling of being from elsewhere, perhaps even the cosmos. Catherine encourages listeners to contemplate what this feeling truly means for them – whether it signifies curiosity, conflict, wonder, or distress – and to use it as a guide for self-discovery rather than making assumptions. #NotFromHere #Belonging #SelfDiscovery Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine introduces the feeling of "I'm not from here" and its various manifestations. 01:12 – Contemplating the Feeling Encouragement to contemplate what the feeling of "I'm not from here" actually means. 01:31 – Curiosity or Conflict? Exploring if the feeling stems from curiosity about a bigger origin or conflict with current surroundings. 02:08 – Wonder or Distress? Considering if the feeling is one of cosmic wonder or distress from feeling trapped. 02:47 – Examining the Feeling Importance of not assuming anything and examining what the feeling is guiding one towards. 03:14 – Personal Discovery Emphasizing that only the individual can discover the true meaning and direction of this feeling for themselves. 03:46 – Closing Remarks & Clarity Call Catherine invites listeners to book a Clarity Call and wishes them a great week. ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #TruthAndTranscendence #InnerJourney #Existentialism
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About my guest Steve Gamlin Motivational Speaker & Master Coach In this episode, Catherine welcomes Steve Gamlin, the "Motivational Firewood Guy" and master coach. Steve shares his unique perspective on maintaining childlike wonder throughout life, the importance of authenticity in a world of "canned content," and how his personal journey through radio, stand-up comedy, and loss has shaped his approach to helping others. They discuss the power of human connection, the value of seeking help, and how simple acts of kindness can make a profound difference. #ChildlikeWonder #Authenticity #SteveGamlin Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine welcomes Steve Gamlin and introduces his background as the "Motivational Firewood Guy" and master coach. 01:19 – Authenticity in Content Creation Steve discusses creating his own content and avoiding "canned content." 02:19 – Earliest Memory of Childlike Wonder Steve shares a humorous story about falling into dog crap in corduroy pants as a child. 04:31 – Maintaining Childlike Wonder Steve talks about how he has retained his childlike wonder into adulthood and how he looks for interesting things. 05:07 – Finding Hearts and Smiles Steve shares his mentor's practice of finding hearts and his own experience with a smiling broken balloon. 06:48 – Uniqueness of His Path Discussion on how his "silliness" has led to a successful career in radio, comedy, writing, and speaking. 07:38 – Why Others Lose Childlike Wonder Steve explains how societal pressures often suppress childlike wonder in others. 09:09 – The "Die Laughing" Philosophy Steve's humorous take on life and death, and celebrating life. 10:11 – Loss and Celebration of Life Steve shares the profound loss of his wife, Tina, and how he celebrates her memory by continuing to be his authentic self. 11:54 – The Importance of Authenticity in Relationships Discussion on being real in relationships versus presenting a false image. 13:00 – The Power of Visualization Steve talks about seeing desired outcomes and creating an experiential essence of life goals. 14:30 – The Role of Mentors and Coaches Steve emphasizes the importance of having coaches and mentors, and the pitfalls of trying to do everything alone. 16:00 – "Good Enough is Better Than Perfect" Inspired by his mentor Lonnie Robinson, Steve discusses the value of putting work out there rather than striving for unattainable perfection. 17:30 – Knowing When to Ask for Help Identifying the signs that it's time to seek external assistance to overcome stagnation. 19:00 – The Power of Human Connection Steve highlights the importance of simple acts of kindness and connection to combat isolation and improve well-being. 20:30 – Making Someone's Day Better Steve's approach to interacting with service people, aiming to leave them laughing and feeling positive. 22:00 – Final Thoughts and Advice Steve's concluding remarks on maintaining a positive outlook and the impact of small interactions. 24:24 – The Power of Visualization (Continued) Steve elaborates on creating an experiential essence of life goals using all senses. 25:22 – Learning from Heroes (and Jerks) Discussion on how we can learn from both positive and negative examples in our lives. 26:06 – Transition to Coaching Steve explains how his personal journey led him to help others transform their lives through coaching and programs. 27:57 – The Importance of Coaches and Mentors Steve stresses that coaches have coaches, and trying to do it all alone is a recipe for disappointment. 28:42 – Investing in Professional Help Steve shares examples of investing in photographers and web developers to achieve better results. 29:31 – "Good Enough is Better Than Perfect" Revisited Lonnie Robinson's advice on putting work out there rather than waiting for perfection. 30:40 – When to Seek Help Identifying when stagnation indicates it's time to reach out for assistance. 32:37 – Acts of Kindness and Human Connection Steve's method of dealing with personal struggles by committing simple acts of kindness and connecting with others. 34:06 – Setting the Bar High for Service Interactions Steve's humorous approach to making service people's day better. 35:50 – Childlike Wonder in Problem Solving Applying childlike wonder to challenging situations, like being on hold with customer service. 37:15 – Final Thoughts for Leaders and Servers Steve's message to those striving to be part of the solution: be a human plus sign. 38:41 – The Ripple Effect of Kindness How small acts of kindness can change the world. 39:46 – Steve's Favourite Part of the Conversation Steve reflects on the effortless, heart-to-heart nature of the conversation. 41:01 – Connecting Eye to Eye, Heart to Heart Emphasizing the importance of genuine connection and shared humanity. 41:51 – Catherine's Appreciation and Call to Action Catherine thanks Steve and encourages listeners to connect with him or book a Clarity Call. Where to find Steve Gamlin Website: stevegamlinspeaker.com ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #Resilience #HumanConnection #Motivation
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About this Episode In this solo episode, Catherine explores the profound insight that a negotiation is never truly over until both parties agree it is. Drawing from a deeply personal experience of a relationship ending, she illustrates how reclaiming one's sovereignty and voice can transform an unresolved loose end into a liberating completion. Catherine discusses how this principle extends beyond personal relationships to business and other interactions, encouraging listeners to seek resolution and understand that their perspective holds equal weight in any negotiation. #Negotiation #Sovereignty #Completion Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine introduces the idea that a negotiation is never over until both people say it is. 00:37 – Personal Relationship Experience Catherine shares a personal story of a past relationship ending and her decision to not agree to the breakup. 01:18 – Reclaiming Sovereignty How speaking her truth in the face of a unilateral decision allowed her to reclaim her sovereignty and voice. 02:01 – The Conversation for Completion Details of the conversation with her ex-partner, leading to mutual understanding and a liberating sense of completion for both. 03:25 – Beyond Personal Relationships Applying the principle of seeking completion to business, friendships, and other relationships. 03:51 – The Energy of Unresolved Loose Ends Discussing the energetic drain of incomplete situations, even when one party refuses to engage. 04:50 – Empowerment Through Choice Encouragement to exercise autonomy as conscious beings to seek resolution, even if it's just to state one's own position. 05:28 – Closing Remarks & Clarity Call Catherine invites listeners to book a Clarity Call to step deeper into their calling. ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #TruthAndTranscendence #PersonalGrowth #Communication
What if the quiet whisper you keep brushing off is actually the most important conversation you will ever have? #TheNudge #DivineIntervention #SpiritualAwakening ================== ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== About my guest Kellan Fluckiger: Kellan is a man who has walked through the valley and emerged with his heart wide open. An international bestselling author, musician, speaker and coach, he spent decades in corporate leadership whilst quietly battling addiction, depression and despair. A divine intervention in 2007 shattered everything and rebuilt him anew. Now he helps others tune into what he calls "the nudge" — that subtle spiritual impression guiding us toward purpose. His books, including Tightrope of Depression, emerge directly from the broken glass of his own life. He believes we are built to love and serve, and that our story of becoming is the most valuable thing we carry. Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome and acknowledging the podcast journey 04:06 What is the nudge and how it speaks 07:38 A nudge in action reaching out to Philip 10:39 Three layers hearing acknowledging acting 11:15 The discovery through dramatic life events 13:30 The divine intervention and out of body experience 22:05 Marrying Joy and walking into sunset 24:10 The power of deciding im done 27:53 Current coaching practice and book challenges 31:59 Talent addiction and creative suppression 37:16 Love as the only thing that matters 39:00 Closing and where to find Kellan #PersonalTransformation #LoveAndService #YourUltimateLife #podmatch Where to find Kellan Fluckiger: https://www.kellanfluckiger.com https://dreambuildwriteit.com https://yourultimatelifepodcast.com https://KellanFluckigerMedia.com Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About this Episode In this solo episode, Catherine delves into the concept of conscious complaining, distinguishing it from unproductive blame. She explains how fully committing to a complaint, whether through journaling or conversation, can lead to deeper insights into personal issues rather than external factors. Catherine highlights that this process, while seemingly counterintuitive, can be transformative and ultimately more fulfilling than traditional blaming. #ConsciousComplaining #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine introduces the topic of conscious complaining. 00:15 – What is Conscious Complaining? Defining conscious complaining as fully committing to a complaint to explore its depths. 00:50 – Why Conscious Complaining is Beneficial Explaining how it moves away from unconscious blaming, which is unproductive. 01:17 – The Unhappiness of Unconscious Complaining Catherine shares her personal experience of how blame makes her unhappy. 01:24 – Reaching the Root of the Issue How conscious complaining helps uncover the personal root of what's bothering us. 01:40 – Distinguishing from Self-Punishment Clarifying that this is not about self-blame but about fun and transformative exploration. 02:57 – Transformation Through Conscious Complaining How giving full reign to a complaint can lead to a transformative experience. 03:13 – Closing Remarks & Clarity Call Catherine thanks listeners and invites them to book a Clarity Call. ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #TruthAndTranscendence #SelfAwareness #EmotionalGrowth
What if joy is not something we chase but something we already are, waiting beneath the noise to be remembered? #InherentJoy #ContemplativePractice #DepthHypnosis ================== ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== About my guest Clementine Moss: Clementine carries a rare warmth that comes from having walked two seemingly opposite paths and found they lead to the same place. A drummer, singer and songwriter who has spent decades in the rock world, she is also a spiritual counsellor and nondenominational minister weaving together Depth Hypnosis, Applied Shamanism and contemplative practice. Her memoir, From Bonham to Buddha and Back, traces a life where stage lights and meditation cushions both became doorways to the same stillness within. She believes our wounds and our creativity arise from the same source, and that healing happens when we stop performing wholeness and start living it. Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome and introducing today's remarkable guest 01:59 First memories of inherent joy as a small child 05:31 Feeling something was wrong for believing in joy 08:29 Discovering contemplative practice and Zen reading 11:41 The transformative ten day silent meditation retreat 17:41 How drumming entered her life and stuck 22:41 Drumming as spiritual practice and shamanic journeying 28:33 Depth Hypnosis counselling and her own healing path 36:39 A message to activists, helpers and guides 39:14 Why art and joy matter in difficult times #SpiritualCounselling #DrummingAsMeditation #FromBonhamToBuddha#podmatch Where to find Clementine Moss and her book: https://www.clemthegreat.com https://a.co/d/0e4oT1SM Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity About this Episode In this solo episode, Catherine reflects on her personal journey of maintaining presence and enthusiasm in repetitive tasks. Drawing from her experiences as a cashier, waitress, and telephone marketer, she shares insights on how to counteract the mind's tendency to normalise and commoditise experiences, leading to boredom. Catherine encourages listeners to approach each moment as if it's the very first time, fostering a renewed sense of wonder and engagement in daily life. #Presence #Mindfulness #OvercomingBoredom Where our conversation went: 00:00 – Introduction Catherine introduces the topic of avoiding boredom and finding freshness in repetitive tasks. 00:37 – Cashier Experience (17 years old) Catherine recounts her experience as a cashier in Henley-on-Thames, UK, and how greeting each customer freshly made the job enjoyable. 02:15 – Waitressing Experience Applying the same principle of fresh engagement to a waitressing job, making it less painful and more fun. 03:12 – Telephone Marketing Learning to approach each phone call with a fresh perspective, despite the high rate of rejections in business-to-business telephone marketing. 04:33 – Applying to Content Creation Catherine connects these past experiences to her current task of creating multiple video clips, emphasizing the importance of presence to maintain inspiration. 05:01 – The Mind's Tendency to Normalise Discussion on how the mind can render things boring, even intimate relationships, as a survival mechanism to conserve energy. 06:26 – Experimenting with Freshness Encouragement to consciously step into every moment, conversation, or encounter as if it's the very first time. 06:54 – Truth in Newness Highlighting that each moment is genuinely new because individuals and the world are constantly evolving. 07:19 – Closing Remarks Catherine wishes listeners a fantastic week filled with many fresh new moments. ========================= ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world ✦ Podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: https://www.beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate #TruthAndTranscendence #FreshPerspective #DailyPractice
Discover how befriending your emotions rather than fleeing from them can lead you back to the love that was always there. #EmotionalBalance #SelfInquiry #YogaPhilosophy ================== ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== About my guest: Sophie Malahieude is an emotional balance coach whose own childhood wonderings about existence quietly shaped a lifelong path. Years of yoga practice, deep self-inquiry and the courage to feel rather than think her way through grief taught her that emotions are not enemies but messengers. She now gently guides others beyond overwhelm toward the clarity and wholeness waiting beneath. Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 03:38 Why am I on this earth? 07:36 Childhood curiosity validated 11:34 A difficult first yoga class 15:52 Ego and intellect explained 20:10 The bike riding pattern 24:18 Grief held in the body 28:26 Emotions need to move 32:15 Byron Katie and inquiry 35:38 Love beneath every layer 38:24 Put your own mask on first #MindfulnessPractice #GriefAndHealing #BeyondEmotions #podmatch Where to find Sophie Malahieude and her book: https://sophiemalahieude.com https://a.co/d/0cq1eqPE Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
What if the only permission you need is your own? #AuthenticLiving #FollowYourHeart #FreeWill ================== ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 01:00 Free coaching taster in the show notes 02:00 Do what you like just because 03:00 Resisting the commoditised coaching model 04:00 I do not want to do this 05:00 Buying a cottage in Wales 06:00 Selfish altruism and brotherly hospitality 07:00 The energy drain of obligation 08:00 Sailing the ocean on purpose 09:00 Months of training for the voyage 10:00 The boat capsized no support nearby 11:00 Jeremy Clarkson does what he wants 12:00 Are you doing what you want 13:00 Young parents and the wanting beneath 14:00 Thank you for choosing to listen #EnergyAndChoice #PurposeOverProfit #DoWhatYouLove #podmatch Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step deeperinto your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
What if the world you perceive is not the world that exists, but the world you create? #Phenomenology #ConsciousLiving #PersonalGrowth ================== ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== About my guest Richard Smith: Richard has spent decades wandering the corridors of human consciousness, equally at home in scientific rigour and quiet wonder. A coach, academic, and author, he approaches each conversation as an expedition into how we construct our reality—and whether we might construct it differently. Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 02:00 Introducing Richard Smith and his work 04:00 Everything is relevant, nothing is wasted 06:00 Childhood curiosity about human behaviour 08:00 Phenomenology and how we create experience 10:00 What does a leaf really look like 12:00 Does the world exist without us 14:00 It is never too late to begin 16:00 A phenomenal life is not always easy 18:00 The brain as meaning maker 20:00 Orbits of consciousness and our emotional cycles 22:00 Judgement creates separation between ourselves and life 24:00 Noticing anger rather than becoming anger 26:00 The exhausting experiment of total authenticity 28:00 Observing feelings takes away their power 30:00 How Richard works with people now 32:00 The book that had to emerge 34:00 Happiness is the path not the destination 36:00 The inner ocean and the outer ocean 38:00 We are all in this together #MindfulAwareness #HumanConnection #InnerWork #podmatch Where to find Richard Smith: https://aphenomenallife.com Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
What if the real problem isn't the thing you're trying to fix? #SystemicChange #HolisticHealing #OrganisationalCulture ================== ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 00:10 Change something by changing its environment 00:27 Organizational change through environmental shifts 00:40 Revive roses by tending the garden 01:05 Do we need better leaders or better cultures 01:45 Family therapy heals by transforming the whole system 03:00 The board member who isn't actually the problem 04:05 Symptoms in the body reflect deeper environment 04:35 A Victorian house renovation and neglected knees 05:50 Choosing holistic healing over knee replacement surgery 06:45 Strengthen your core to help your knees 07:30 The body heals better in a thriving environment 08:00 Declutter your home and feel the shift 08:45 You have done this before without realizing 09:25 Conscious environmental change is sustainable and healthier #ConsciousLiving #FamilyTherapy #MindBodyConnection #podmatch Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step deeper into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
What if the secret to a lifetime of masterpieces was doing absolutely nothing at all? #playwrightlife #livingtheatre #artandlife ================== ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== About my guest: Stan Lai grew up under martial law in Taiwan where no one became an artist, yet the clouds above Washington DC whispered to him about stillness, acceptance, and letting things form themselves. A Berkeley PhD who accidentally became the most celebrated Chinese-language playwright alive, he has spent forty years conducting plays like weather systems, layering time and place so audiences feel life unfolding all around them. The New York Times named his Secret Love in Peach Blossom Land one of the essential works of theatre of the last century. Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome to internationally acclaimed playwright Stan Lai 01:25 Why "truth" and "transcendence" are among life's most important words 03:10 The childhood practice of watching clouds that shaped Stan's creative life 05:25 Stillness, acceptance and why creativity begins with openness 07:50 Learning the rules—then knowing when to let them go 10:10 Nature as the ultimate creative teacher 12:30 Conducting living theatre and creating organic structure 15:10 Layering time, place and multiple realities on stage 18:25 Theatre, deadlines and trusting the creative process 21:00 Why great plays continue speaking across generations 24:20 How love, timing and life shape an artist's path 27:05 Moving with life instead of forcing outcomes 30:00 Creating hidden theatre experiences and surprising audiences 33:30 Growing up without theatre—and becoming one of the world's leading playwrights 36:05 Teaching creativity when there were no scripts available 39:20 Secret Love in Peach Blossom Land and storytelling across cultures 42:10 Why Creativitry took twenty years to write 45:15 The difference between wisdom and method 48:00 "Where's the music?"—the missing ingredient beyond technical mastery 51:10 Staying just ahead of your audience while remaining deeply human 53:00 Final reflections and where to connect with Stan #theatre life #creativewisdom #stillnesspractice #podmatch Find Stan: https://pwshop.com/in His book Creativitry: https://a.co/d/0epZTDwu =========== Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
What if the fastest way into the present moment is through wonder rather than silence? #presentmoment #consciousliving #mindfulawarenes ================== ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome to truth and transcendence 01:15 My first LSD trip in the seventies 02:30 Being pulled irresistibly into presence 04:00 Chemicals showed me what presence feels 05:45 Feeling flat and mentally freewheeling 07:00 Walking into the churchyard suddenly 08:15 The world conspired to grab me 09:30 Gasping at unutterable beauty everywhere 10:00 Presence through vividness not through emptiness 10:45 Your lover touches your hand unexpectedly #spiritualgrowth #beautyinordinary #innerpeace #podmatch Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
What if your deepest loss was actually your soul's wake-up call? #consciousbusiness #soulgrowth #energyhealing ================== ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity ================== About my guest: Kanika Vasudeva was a successful engineer and MBA who felt hollow inside until the stillbirth of her daughter shattered everything. Through energy work she healed, reconnected with her daughter's spirit, and rebuilt her life around meaning rather than titles. Today she helps conscious coaches build profitable businesses by blending energy healing with strategic clarity. Where our conversation went: 00:00 Welcome and introduction to the episode 01:12 The longing to be the real me 02:45 Looking good on the outside but unhappy 04:20 Losing her daughter at thirty-one weeks 06:15 Grieving while watching her toddler thrive 08:30 Starting the journey of deep introspection 10:05 Success without internal fulfillment means nothing 12:40 Money as frequency of exchange and growth 15:00 Shifting identity and clearing old imprints 17:30 Business growth mirrors your own inner growth 20:00 Living your purpose as greatest self-love 22:15 Connecting with her daughter through meditation 25:00 Daughter's message about their soul agreement 27:30 Energy healing work with celestial beings 30:00 What clients experience working with Kanika 32:45 Increasing capacity before increasing visibility 35:00 Blessing your bills even in scarcity 37:20 Closing and how to reach Kanika purposefulwork #innertransformation #entrepreneurmindset #podmatch Where to find Kanika: https://artoflifecenter.com Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
How recognising parent, adult and child modes can transform every interaction. #TransactionalAnalysis #EgoStates #ConsciousCommunication ================== All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity _____________________ What we discussed: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 02:00 The three ego states explained 04:00 When child mode pulls us into parent 06:00 The rebellious child and controlling parent dance 08:00 When parent mode triggers our own rebellion 10:00 How adult mode invites adult mode back 12:00 Choosing presence over unconscious reaction #PresentMoment #SelfAwareness #BeingSpace #podmatch Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
Why serving yourself first is the only authentic way to truly serve others. #MutualityMatters #MessyMidlife #AuthenticLiving ================== All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity _____________________ About my guest Jody Brooks: Jody Arran Brooks is a midlife transition and workplace coach who helps adults 35+ move from overwhelm, anxiety, and loss of identity into clarity and purpose. Drawing on his own messy midlife turning point, he guides clients through his Nine Principles of Authentic Living to reconnect with their values and rediscover joy. Jody also facilitates men’s groups in the homelessness and addiction sector, bringing deep compassion, integrity, and real‑world experience to every conversation. What we discussed: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 02:30 Jody Brooks joins the conversation 05:00 Discovering mutuality through volunteering 07:30 The people pleaser and childhood survival 10:00 Dopamine, endorphins and the hormones of singularity 13:00 Oxytocin, serotonin and the chemistry of connection 16:00 Why anxiety and overwhelm are off the scale 19:00 The emptiness at the bottom of the scroll 22:00 Belonging and being seen, heard and listened to 25:00 The conspiracy of chasing the wrong things 28:00 Gender, labels and the pressure to conform 31:00 Toxic masculinity versus negative masculinity 34:00 Messy midlife is not a crisis, it is a calling 37:00 Picking up the pen to write the next chapter 40:00 Put your own oxygen mask on first #ConnectionChemistry #ConsciousAwakening #SelfServiceFirst ___ Where to find Jody Brooks: www.authenticcoaching.me Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
Why the experience of being human matters more than any title or outcome. #Phenomenology #EmpathyMatters #HumanConnection ================== All episodes can be found at https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity _____________________ What we discussed: 00:00 Welcome to Truth and Transcendence 02:00 Discovering phenomenological research 04:00 The power of asking what was that like 06:00 From executive coach to curious inquirer 08:00 The world of the nonexecutive chairman 10:00 Autonomy in relationship ebook launch 12:00 Real people versus not real people 14:00 Remembering everyone is just human #ConsciousLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #BeingSpace Find the eBook Autonomy in Relationship ~ The Human Side of Being a Non-Exec Chairman here: https://beingspace.world/#ebooks Support the show ========================= More episodes https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Step more deeply into your Calling & bring it more to Life Book a Clarity Call with Catherine: https://beingspace.world/clarity 🤝 Join our Being Space Community ✦ Podcast: / https://truthandtranscendence.com ✦ Website: / https://beingspace.world ✦ YouTube: / https://www.youtube.com/@BEINGSPACEcatherinellewellyn ✦ Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/beingspace.world/ ✦ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/BeingSpaceWorld ✦ TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@beingspace.world Support the podcast: https://truthandtranscendence.com/donate
