A weekly podcast exploring early Buddhist teachings and how they apply to 21st century life. Kate Spina is trained to share Buddhist teachings in the Theravada lineage. IG: @towardlight108www.towardlight.netinfo@towardlight.netToward Light is committed to continuing the tradition of the Buddha by making Early Buddhist teachings accessible to all who are interested in them. We offer multiple tools to help people cultivate and maintain a meditation practice and a spiritually-oriented life. Tow ...
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077: Marley Jaxx EXPOSED! The Truth Behind Her Cancel Culture Documentary
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Marley Jaxx Documentary On Cancel Culture - https://youtu.be/KygGnEH3bwQ Welcome to my exclusive interview with renowned 7-figure female entrepreneur, Marley Jaxx, as she dives deep into the eye-opening journey of her controversial documentary, exposing the dark side of cancel culture. In this captivating conversation, Marley Jaxx and Thomas Jordan…
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076: Unlocking ADHD Productivity Secrets In Your Business ft. Kristina Proctor
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How to be productive with ADHD and 10 ADHD Tips for productivity is what you're going to learn in this video. In this exclusive interview, join renowned ADHD coach Kristina Proctor as she shares invaluable insights, tips, and tricks on how to be productive with ADHD. Discover effective strategies to stay focused, manage tasks, and achieve success i…
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075: Supercharge Your Business With Energy Healing ft. Elesia Cheree
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Welcome to our captivating interview on energy healing with renowned energy healer, Elesia Cheree. In this enlightening conversation with Thomas Jordan, we explore the fascinating world of energy healing and its profound impact on our well-being. Curious about how energy healing works? This interview delves deep into the intricacies of this transfo…
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074: Game Changing Video Strategies From A Hollywood Actress ft. Debra Stipe
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Welcome to our captivating podcast interview where we dive deep into the world of Hollywood and the influence of social media on the entertainment industry. In this insightful conversation, esteemed actress Debra Stipe, known for her role in Full House, joins industry expert Thomas Jordan to reveal the key strategies for aspiring actors and actress…
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073: How This Musician Used TikTok To Skyrocket His Following ft. Matt Copley
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Are you struggling to get your music heard and build a following? Look no further than the Unwell Band, who have successfully used video podcasts and TikTok to skyrocket their career! In this exclusive interview with lead singer Matt Copley, we dive deep into their marketing strategy and uncover the secrets to their success. Matt Copley shares how …
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072: How To Manifest Money In Your Business ft. Mary Kate
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Are you struggling to manifest money in your business? Are you tired of feeling stuck and frustrated with your financial situation? Look no further, as this podcast interview with Mary Kate and Thomas Jordan will provide you with actionable insights and techniques to help you manifest wealth and abundance in your business. In this interview, Mary K…
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071: How To Ask Hard Questions To Sensitive Topics ft. Rick Dancer
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In recent years, concerns have grown about the bias that exists within mainstream media. Many people believe that mainstream media outlets are not providing accurate or balanced reporting and are failing to ask important questions that need to be answered. As a result, people are turning to alternative sources of news and information, such as indep…
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This is the final episode of season 3. I explain the reasons behind that decision as well as share what I am continuing to offer. Questions? Please reach out: info@towardlight.netBy Kate Spina
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Some brief thoughts on this huge topicBy Kate Spina
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In this episode I explore all the factors that can get in the way of us seeing the truths of anicca, dukkha, and anatta.By Kate Spina
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Letting go of our conditioning and getting in touch with our inner wisdom can at times be a painful process. In this episode I attempt to normalize that process so that, as it happens to you, you can continue to stay with the process.By Kate Spina
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Following up on the episode on honesty I explore how we can discover the presence and absence of clarity.By Kate Spina
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Internal and External Honesty: The Parami of Sacca
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In this episode I attempt to illustrate the importance of honesty; both internally and externally.By Kate Spina
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070: How To Launch Your Digital Product ft. Ken Westgaard
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In this episode, you're going to learn how to launch an online product. Ken Westgaard is on a mission to help you go from being the Unclear Solopreneur to stepping into the role of the Unstoppable CEO that you know you were destined to be. Ken is quick to connect with people across the globe who are interested in learning from him because of his si…
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Khanti, patience, is one of the 10 paramis, one of the qualities the Buddha is said to have perfected before his awakening.By Kate Spina
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This episode I explore the idea of energy drains, and why looking at this is so important on the Buddhist path.By Kate Spina
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069: Founder Of Adaptive Beauties Shares Story With Spina Bifida ft. Misty Diaz
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Misty Diaz is the Founder of Adaptive Beauties and she is sharing her personal story with Spina Bifida. Misty Diaz tells her story on being homeless, depressed and the time she tried to take her own life. Misty then goes on to tell you how she got out of such a dark time in her life. Misty Diaz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilmistydiaz/ Wat…
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The five spiritual faculties of faith, effort, mindfulness, collectedness and wisdom are the foundation of the spiritual path,. Here is an article from The Barre Center for Buddhist Studies if you want to learn more.By Kate Spina
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068: Best Podcasting Gear + Profitable Podcast Strategy ft. David Foster
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The best podcasting gear to buy and a profitable podcasting strategy is what you're going to learn in this episode. David Foster is the original live streaming pro! David is a live streamer and podcaster who is going to share some podcast set design clips as well. David Foster Website: https://davidfostermedia.com/ Watch This Interview On YouTube: …
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In this episode I look at the benefits of working with a Dharma teacher, how to find one, and when additional support is needed.By Kate Spina
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067: How To Be Productive With ADHD ft. Kristina Proctor
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How to be productive with ADHD, How to focus with ADHD and the best way to be productive with ADHD is what you're going to learn in this podcast interview with ADHD Coach, Kristina Proctor. Kristina Proctor helps people with ADHD and Dyslexia in the corporate world. We talk about how ADHD and Dyslexia affects us and how you to be productive with AD…
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In this episode I offer a 12 minute guided mindfulness practice that I recommend you practice in a still posture, either sitting, standing, or lying down.By Kate Spina
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066: What Happens To You After Podcasting For 1 Year ft. Ryan Say
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How to start a podcast, how to start a podcast for beginners and podcasting equipment for beginners is what you are going to learn in this podcast. Ryan Say has been podcasting for a year and has learned a lot. He is going to tell you all the mistakes he has made and give you plenty of podcasting tips and tricks. Ryan Say Website: https://ryansay.c…
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In this episode I explore what it means to be human, and how fighting with reality can create more suffering for us.By Kate Spina
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065: Maximizing Productivity With Energy Healing ft. Elesia Cheree
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In this episode, you'll learn how to maximize your productivity with energy healing. You're also going to hear what happened to me when I had an energy clearing myself. Elesia Cheree is an Energy Healer and Energy Shifter. Elesia is going to share her story on how she became an energy healer and how she can help you in your business. Elesia Cheree …
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So many of our thoughts are automatic, habitual patterns, that often don't serve us, but we base our actions on them anyway. In this episode I look at common stories and what tools can serve us as we work with them.By Kate Spina
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In this episode I explore barriers to compassionate action and some guidelines to help us when we do take compassionate action.By Kate Spina
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Continuing the theme of compassion I share reflections on the importance of cultivating the felt sense of compassion for others.By Kate Spina
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A ten minute guided meditation, cultivating compassion for selfBy Kate Spina
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This episode I look at the bhramavihara of compassion, karuna, and how we can cultivate compassion toward ourselves and why that is important.By Kate Spina
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Unrealistic Expectations on the Buddhist Path
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In this episode I explore how unrealistic expectations around Buddhism, both internally and externally, can create dukkha, and in some cases take us away from the path.By Kate Spina
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Finalizing the series on the Noble Eightfold Path with the eighth path factor of Wise Concentration.By Kate Spina
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Wise Mindfulness is the 7th path factor, and it's also a study to itself. Some resources if you're interested in exploring mindfulness: Mindfulness in Plain English by Bhante Gunaratana. Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide by Bhikkhu Analayo Mindfulness by Joseph Goldstein. Some talks: Perspective of Right Mindfulness by Andrea Fella What Do …
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In our meditation practice we cultivate a balanced effort, and prevent unwholseome mind states from arising, abandon them when they do arise. We cultivate wholesome mind states and sustain them.By Kate Spina
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How can we reduce harm in how we make and spend money?By Kate Spina
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064: Growing a Photography YouTube Channel to 235K and Building A Production Company ft. Lizzie Peirce
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Lizzie Peirce is a photographer, business owner and YouTuber. Lizzie Peirce talks about the technical skills needed to be a successful photographer, organization in business and running a production company with Chris Hau. Lizzie Peirce website: https://www.lizziepeirce.com/ Lizzie Peirce YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LizziePeirce/feat…
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The fourth factor on the Noble Eightfold Path is Wise Action. How does our Wise View and Wise Intention affect how we act in the world?By Kate Spina
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In the third path factor of wise speech we are asked to refrain from speech that is false, harsh, divisive, gossipy or idle and to cultivate speech that is honest, kind, timely and useful.By Kate Spina
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063: How To Make Money As A Photographer ft. Alen Palander
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In this episode, you'll learn How To Make Money As A Photographer, how to make money in photography and how to start a photography. Alen Palander is a photographer, youtuber and business owner. He has built a business around photography and using video to do so. There are some many photography tips and tricks, ways to make money as a photographer a…
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What underlies our thoughts words and deeds? And how can we make sure those intentions are wholesome?By Kate Spina
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The first path factor on the noble eightfold path is wise view. What understanding do we see the world through? How does understanding the truth of kamma help us on the path to freedom?By Kate Spina
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This episode includes 2 guided practices with the intention of helping to remember and retain the noble eightfold path factors.By Kate Spina
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062: Video Podcast Strategy + 1 Million YouTube Subscriber Strategy ft. Justin Brown (Primal Video)
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In this episode, you'll learn how to grow your YouTube channel to a million subscribers and get a solid video podcasting strategy. Justin Brown of Primal Video has grown his YouTube channel to more than 1.2 million subscribers. Justin Brown's channel is dedicated to show you how to grow your YouTube channel and all the gear / software you need. We …
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The third noble truth is the truth of freedom. But what are we free from? And what does that open up for us?By Kate Spina
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Dependent origination is a map that helps us see the cycle of craving more clearly. You can read more about it here, and I share from Turning the Wheel of Truth by Ajahn Sucitto. The 12 links of dependent origination are: Ignorance avijjā, Mental activities sankhāras, Consciousness viññāna, Name and Form nāma-rūpa, 6 senses salāyatana, Contact phas…
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Self-criticism, comparison, and judgement arise regularly. In this episode I look at why, and how we can work with them. I mention Internal Family Systems and this podcast with the founder of IFS.By Kate Spina
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When we don't see things as they are, when we don't recognize what's actually happening, we can cause ourselves extra dukkha (difficulty). So how does acceptance help? And how can we see this resistance in our lives?By Kate Spina
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Spiritual Friendship (In Honor of Mollie)
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The Buddha said spiritual friendship is the whole of the holy life. In this episode I look at what spiritual friendship is by sharing about the spiritual friendship I had with my friend Mollie. I share an excerpt from this poem by Maya Stein, and share stories from 2 suttas: SN 45.2 and MN 32.By Kate Spina
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061: TRAPT - Cancel Culture and The Music Industry ft. Chris Taylor Brown
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TRAPT talks about cancel culture and the music industry in this interview. Chris Taylor Brown is the lead singer of TRAPT and they came into the music scene in the early 2000's with their hit song Headstrong. Trapt Headstrong was on the Billboard Charts for 2 weeks and they also had 3 top ten hits and 11 songs total on the Billboard Charts. Trapt /…
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060: How Your Personal Health Affects Your Podcast ft. Ben Johnson
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In this episode, you'll learn how your personal health effects your content. Ben Johnson is a personal trainer, personal chef and is making his television debut on TBS's Rat In The Kitchen. We talk about our weight loss journeys and how food has affected our lives and our content. We talk about tracking calories, how to properly weigh foods and kee…
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