Best Michael Todd Fink Podcasts (2025)

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Life and Death are Not Binary 21:55

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“To die each day to your certainties is to be reborn in wonder.” Join us on Patreon, for free or to contribute support to this show, and access more resources at https://patreon.com/kindmind This talk was recording on October 20, 2024 at Speakeasy Spiritual Community. We often think of life and death as opposites—life being everything, death being …

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Table of Contentment 39:20

1M ago39:20

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Join us on Patreon to stay connected, access bonus content, or support this work - https://patreon.com/kindmind This episode examines contentment as distinct from happiness in its revelation being inward rather than outward. Yet, the two concepts are often conflated and this contributes to the elusiveness of contentment. The more one chases, the mo…

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The Fright Before Christmas 27:37

2M ago27:37

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Stay connected at https://patreon.com/kindmind Friday the 13th reminds us of the strange power that certain beliefs hold in the collective consciousness. While superstition often seems irrational in the modern world, its persistence reveals deeper metaphysical truths about how humans navigate uncertainty.…

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Deeper Lessons with Marianne Williamson 1:01:36

2M ago1:01:36

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Todd talks with Marianne Williamson about the deeper lessons from the current collective shift. For more than four decades, Marianne Williamson has been a leader of spiritually progressive circles, as well as the author of 16 books, four of which have been #1 New York Times best sellers. Marianne also ran for the Democratic nomination for President…

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Forgivefulness 20:39

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You can support this work and join us at https://patreon.com/kindmind There is an option for free membership for those unable to contribute financially. Check out the video there from a live event last night about the coming Winter. One of the oldest words for forgiveness is kshama in Sanskrit language, which literally means “releasing time.” This …

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Labyrinth of Fears 21:00

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If you would like to support this show and connect online and in-person, please join us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind Following your fear may sound counterintuitive when aspiring to a life of love and peace. Mythologist Joseph Campbell once famously quipped, "follow your bliss," which sounds much safer. However, it can also be true that …

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Shadows and Mirrors (The Dysfunctional Function of Personality Disorders) 42:04

4M ago42:04

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Join us on Patreon! https://patreon.com/kindmind At the core of personality disorders lies a paradox—the functional yet ultimately detrimental nature of behaviors that originally develop as coping mechanisms in the wake of trauma. Individuals with paranoid personality disorder may misinterpret innocuous comments as malicious, while those with borde…

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Unclogging the Fountain of Generosity

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Join the Kind Mind Patreon community at https://patreon.com/kindmind Blinded by invisible abstract concepts such as wealth, investment, interest, socioeconomic status, and profit - our social systems often obstruct the natural flow of generosity with attachments, greed, and possessiveness. Generosity could be innate, as evidenced by our evolutionar…

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The Whole Man 2:05:32

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The discourse around toxic masculinity and its role in a pervasive identity crisis among men is compounding. Yet, what exactly constitutes healthy masculinity? You can join the Patreon community and support this show at https://patreon.com/kindmind The concept of archetypes in psychology, especially as applied to personal development and self-image…

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Geometry of Concentration 42:40

6M ago42:40

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You can support this work at https://patreon.com/kindmind and access bonus content. 'At the center of the universe dwells the Great Spirit. And that center is really everywhere. It is within each of us.' -Black Elk We all have an often underused and therefore latent power of concentration. It is like the aperture of a camera which controls how much…

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Cultural Constellations 29:00

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You can support this work and join the Kind Mind community at https://patreon.com/kindmind Culture, at its essence, is like a game, where the collective beliefs, practices, and values of any two or more people overlay the tangible world, shaping perceptions and bidirectionally influencing behaviors. Like the sum of all dreams, these shared impressi…

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The Sacrament of Admiration 33:00

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To support this show and read my lastest philosophical essay "#falseflag or #deepstate" - please visit https://patreon.com/kindmind Admiration is a profound human psychological state and like a prism, refracts light into a spectrum of experiences. Within this metaphorical range, there is the capacity for awe and spiritual transformation - the color…

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Honesty is the Absence of Deception 1:08:57

7M ago1:08:57

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Your support of this show as part of the community on patreon is greatly appreciated https://patreon.com/kindmind Honesty, a cornerstone of ethical behavior, faces complex challenges in the modern world. Technological advancements have fundamentally altered the landscape of human interactions, introducing anonymity and ease of information manipulat…

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Style is the Answer to Everything 24:20

8M ago24:20

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Recorded live on Feb 24, 2024 at the Westclox Metaphysical Fair. You can support this work and connect more at https://patreon.com/kindmind Charles Bukowski's assertion, "Style is the answer to everything," encapsulates the essence of this quality, suggesting that true style goes beyond mere aesthetics to encompass authenticity, resilience, and ind…

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Distilling the Elixir of Life 36:50

8M ago36:50

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You can support this work at https://patreon.com/kindmind Alchemy, once a mystical endeavor to transmute base metals into gold, finds renewed meaning as an allegory for personal and societal transformation. The mythical quest for the philosopher's stone or the elixir of life transcends mere physical desires. Instead, it mirrors the journey of self-…

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Chasing the Dragon's Tail and the Eternal Ouroboros 31:36

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Join us on Patreon, as a free member for those unable to pledge or supporter of the show, at https://patreon.com/kindmind In the year of the dragon and northern lights, is the aurora borealis a cosmic ouroboros? The ancient symbol of the Ouroboros, a serpent devouring its own tail, offers a profound metaphor for the cyclical nature of existence, en…

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Tributaries to the River of Grief 1:28:01

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Please listen to the intro on campus life and share to promote dialogue. If this work is meaningful to you, please consider supporting and joining us on Patreon - https://patreon.com/kindmind Grief can be highly personal and unique but this quote comes close to a universal definition: “Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you…

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Hearts in Bloom and the Light Reflex 18:18

10M ago18:18

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If you would like to support this work, you can do so at https://patreon.com/kindmind and if you are unable to contribute financially, you can still sign up and join as a free member. All are welcome to the Kind Mind community. Human blossoming is akin to the delicate yet profound process seen in the natural world, where flowers unfurl their petals…

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Individualizing Infinity 19:00

10M ago19:00

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Recorded on Oct 15, 2023, the day after a solar eclipse and “ring of fire.” If you value this show, please consider pitching in to support this independent work at https://patreon.com/kindmind Thanks! Kindness takes on both light-hearted and profound expressions in our intricate world. In its playful form, it encompasses spontaneous acts that bring…

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The Still Point and the Point of Stillness 46:55

10M ago46:55

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If you benefit from this show and would like to give back, you can support us and join the patreon community at https://patreon.com/kindmind Thank you! Stillness is often associated with meditation, contemplation, and spiritual practices aimed at transcending the superficial layers of social life and the conventional sense of self. There is a three…

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Ministry of Music and Meditation 20:30

11M ago20:30

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You can pitch in to support this work and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind This episode explores the transformative powers of music and meditation, practices that serve as vessels for introspection, revelation, and communal connection. We delve into the philosophical and spiritual intricacies of how silence complements music—the…

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Egalitarian Inquiry and the Edge of Knowledge 52:01

11M ago52:01

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Join us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind Understanding the nature of knowledge has been a timeless pursuit for thinkers and seekers throughout history. This branch of study in philosophy is often referred to as epistemology. There is an interplay between sensory perception, intellectual understanding and the notion of objective truth. The l…

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The Wound is Where the Light Enters 39:00

12M ago39:00

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Become a Patreon member of this show at https://patreon.com/kindmind The archetype of the wounded healer, a concept deeply rooted in psychology and mythology, offers profound insights into the human condition, empathy, and the transformative power of healing through sacrifice. This talk touches on the intricate dimensions of this archetype, paralle…

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The Aurascope 10:50

1y ago10:50

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This original sci fi tale has been expanded! I’ve added more words and MUSIC and hope this makes it easy to access anytime through the podcast. Brazilian artist Gabriel Melo (_TMist) has enhanced the story with futuristic imagery. Please watch on my youtube channel and subscribe at https://youtu.be/L2LpRgZn_8M As always, you can support this work, …

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Between Words and Worlds 25:25

1y ago25:25

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You can support this show, connect with the Kind Mind community, and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind This is episode 101. The origin of speech remains rather mysterious. The development of complex vocalization and symbology is unique and may involve evolutionary necessity. Human survival has historically been dependent on socia…

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Unexpected Lessons from Seeds 40:45

1y ago40:45

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This is the 100th episode! Thank you for listening! You can support this work at https://patreon.com/kindmind and access bonus content. This episode delves into the underground world of seeds and the unexpected life lessons they can teach us. From the sacred lotus seed which can remain viable for over 1,000 years to the dust-like orchid seeds that …

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Fragrance on the Hand that Gave the Rose 42:00

1y ago42:00

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This is the 99th episode and patreon members will receive a special gift in the mail to commemorate the centennial occasion. Give, receive and elevate at https://patreon.com/kindmind 'Tis the season of giving, but the societal expectation to buy a bunch of gifts or marketing pressure to spend, spend, spend is not the real spirit of generosity. As m…

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Fear Itself 1:13:00

1+ y ago1:13:00

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Recorded live in-person on Oct 25 2022 at The Homestead in Plano, IL. You can support this work and connect more at https://patreon.com/kindmind Why are so many people attracted to scary movies when in real life we typically avoid frightening situations? There are a multitude of reasons but recent studies have indicated that fans of the horror genr…

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Lead, Follow, or Get In the Way 1:25:30

1+ y ago1:25:30

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You can support the podcast on Patreon and access bonus content: https://patreon.com/kindmind True leadership goes beyond mere titles and positions. It involves a convergence of inner and outer realms. At its core, leadership is an outpouring of the inner work. Through introspection, one can illuminate their own positionality and the pathways to de…

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God is the Ego of the Universe 47:00

1+ y ago47:00

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You can support this show and join us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind One of the predecessors of the word "create" is creare in Latin. This verb meant "to form out of nothing" as in the phrase creatio ex nihilo from the Book of Genesis in the Bible. Accordingly, God manifested heaven and earth from the void. Thus, artists sometimes refer t…

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Cure within Curiosity 21:42

1+ y ago21:42

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Please consider supporting this work on Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind The paradox of curiosity is a contest between our innate desire for knowledge and our aversion to uncertainty. A delicate balance can be negotiated when the curious awareness is anchored to its Latin word origin. "Cura" meant cure, care, concern or even choosiness. Put si…

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Adventure Begins Where Plans End 1:07:00

1+ y ago1:07:00

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You can support this work and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind Today, we often associate adventure with planned activities or deliberate pursuits as is the case with travel itineraries or business ventures of calculated risk with defined goals. However, the prefix ad in the word "adventure" means "towards" and therefore indicate…

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Empathways to Enlightenment and Endarkenment 1:15:47

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Mary Oliver wrote that "empathy is a kind of seeing, and it involves imagination as well as vision." The word "empathy" has origins in Greek "Empatheia" and the root "pathos," which means "feeling." It was first introduced to the English language in the early 20th century as a translation of the German word "Einfühlung," which means "feeling into."…

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Ahimsa and the Violence of Nonviolence 1:08:17

1+ y ago1:08:17

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Historically, morality was in the domain of religion. Although most existing faiths claim their teachings go back to the dawn of time, we can understand that these belief systems have emerged and disintegrated like empires. However, scholars trace living spiritual traditions of the Indian subcontinent to the 15th century BCE suggesting seniority at…

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To Be or To Have (or To Behave) 1:05:23

1+ y ago1:05:23

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In 1976, German social psychologist Erich Fromm published a book which presented the titular question, "To Have or To Be?" This philosophical inquiry would resurface throughout his work as two distinct modes of existence. He further claimed that modern society in its materialism prefers having. On this podcast, we often consider the dialectic of be…

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Integrity Unwoven 42:00

2y ago42:00

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You can support this work and access bonus content at https://patreon.com/kindmind Unlike other virtues that may be situational or context-dependent, integrity is seen as a constant, underlying quality that inspires and threads all of our actions and decisions into a spiritual tapestry. It is not simply a commitment to certain core principles but a…

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AI Paradoxes and Parables 1:14:47

2y ago1:14:47

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You can support this show on Patreon https://patreon.com/kindmind and access bonus content. This episode considers the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on society and the human condition, and explores the ethical and existential concerns surrounding it. We also contemplate the limitations of AI in terms of consciousness, creativity, and compl…

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Prayer Might Get You There 51:40

2y ago51:40

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If you would like to support this podcast, check out the options and benefitis here: https://patreon.com/kindmind The word pray comes from the root sound “prek” as in precarious. It means to entreat or ask. This corresponds to the often instinctive urge to seek something greater than ourselves or a higher power when in need or at a loss of options.…

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Validate Alleviate Try Not to Hate 1:02:30

2y ago1:02:30

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You can support this show and access bonus and companion content to this episode including the Q+A session and a guided meditation on validation here: https://patreon.com/kindmind Validation means to confirm or authenticate and allows people to feel heard and respected. This episode explores how validation of others and self-validation are both key…

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Hope for Hope 56:20

2y ago56:20

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Happy New Year! You can support this podcast at https://patreon.com/kindmind The theme is HOPE. It stands out among other virtues because it requires negative circumstances and straddles over the present and towards the future. Charles Snyder was a psychologist and dedicated researcher of hope, who emphasized its relevance in the context of doing v…

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Todd Talks with Nadine Strossen about CENSORSHIP (Live Free or Dialogue series) 1:22:47

2y ago1:22:47

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Nadine Strossen is Professor of Constitutional Law at New York Law School and the first woman national President of the American Civil Liberties Union, where she served from 1991 through 2008. A frequent speaker on constitutional and civil liberties issues, her media appearances include 60 Minutes, CBS Sunday Morning, Today, Good Morning America, T…

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Declaration of Interdependence 45:10

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Mutuality is the way of nature, and we can observe it in the ecosystems. Look at the circle of shelter and food chains as well as relocation and procreation among the stationary plants and mobile animals. Interdependence is a spiritual word because it makes room for the paradox of human life. It presupposes a relationship among parts but also impli…

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Not all the Unseen is Invisible 45:28

2y ago45:28

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Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing you love and light this holiday season. If you would like to pitch in a $5 pledge to help support this podcast and access bonus content, you can at https://patreon.com/kindmind send mail to: [email protected] or @michaeltoddfink Registration for “I Am Not My Anxeity” virtual course is here. Since nothing is perma…

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Blessed Are The Flexible, For They Shall Not Be Broken 1:17:00

2+ y ago1:17:00

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Use the link below to test your cognitive flexibility at the 8:00 mark of this episode: “Interactive Stroop Effect Experiment” https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/java/ready.html One of the definitions of flexibility is spiritually pliant, indicating an attitude of openness and intellectual humility in order to learn or refine our vision. It als…

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Foreword to the Handbook for the Recently Deceased 45:32

2+ y ago45:32

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What is a ghost?? The concept is based on the ancient belief that there is a spirit or essence that continues to exist without the body after death and can in some cases interact or haunt the "living." This actually led to the development of funerals and rituals to help protect against this and encourage the soul's onward journey. This episode expl…

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Todd Talks with Mark Hatala about RETROCAUSALITY (Live Free or Dialogue series) 59:24

2+ y ago59:24

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Dr. Mark Hatala is a cognitive scientist and professor at Truman State University since 1994. He is a member of the Midwestern Psychological Association, the Artificial Intelligence Foundation, and the American Association of University Professors. He received a bachelor's in psychology and history from Miami University of Ohio, and earned both his…

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Inner Tutor 49:47

2+ y ago49:47

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You can support this podcast at https://patreon.com/kindmind to connect with Todd and access bonus content. Intuition is defined as the ability to know something immediately or to know something without proof. In the digital age, intuition may have taken a backseat to satellite GPS and Google searches. However, its philosophical significance for ou…

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Todd Talks with Sarah Durham Wilson about MATURING (Live Free or Dialogue series) 43:00

2+ y ago43:00

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Sarah Durham Wilson is a women’s rites of passage leader and writer. She has taught courses and led retreats for thousands of women over the past decade. She previously worked as an arts and music writer in New York City, for Rolling Stone, VH1, GQ, Vanity Fair and Interview Magazine. Sarah is also the author of ‘Maiden to Mother’ - her first book,…

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Law of Subtraction 27:43

2+ y ago27:43

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Please consider supporting this podcast via Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind Thank you! When you stop trying to get it, you got it. It may sound counterintuitive given the popularity of law of attraction. But doesn't the affirming and manifesting work also reinforce the sense of lack in the first place? Studies show that we are not accurate at…

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Differentiating Failure from Defeat 55:05

2+ y ago55:05

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You can support this podcast and connect with me online and in-person for as little $5 via Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind There are many famous failures that led to unexpected opportunities and wild success. In our own lives, how can we failure forward or understand the implications of defeat? This episode was a special collaboration with ma…

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