Best Michael Todd Fink Podcasts (2024)

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

1y 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

1y 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

1y 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

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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

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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

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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

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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: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com 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

1+ 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

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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

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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

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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

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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

1+ 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

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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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The Only Certainty is Uncertainty 58:30

1+ y ago58:30

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You can support this podcast on Patreon and access bonus content: https://patreon.com/kindmind There is a baseline of magic in life. But it can get covered up by routines and the illusion of control. Moments of uncertainty open up the space for it to manifest and new ways of being are possible. If we rush to resolve ourselves too soon, we may miss …

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Todd Talks with Jay Garfield about SELFLESSNESS (Live Free or Dialogue series) 56:13

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Jay L. Garfield chairs the Philosophy department and directs the Tibetan Studies in India program at Smith College. He is also visiting professor of Buddhist philosophy at Harvard Divinity School. Academicinfluence.com has identified him as one of the 50 most influential philosophers in the world over the past decade. https://jaygarfield.org "Live …

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Fasting to Slow Down 1:03:27

2y ago1:03:27

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You can support this show and connect with me on Zoom via Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind Our relationship to food is often complex, especially with the rapid-changing nature of its production against the background of millions of years of evolution. Today there is much science around the benefits of different kinds of fasting - from water fa…

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Welcome to Kind Mind! 2:25

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Todd gives an introduction to the podcast for new listeners. Additionally, the show now sometimes features dialogues with transformational thought leaders in the fields of art, music, science, philosophy, public service and beyond. Look for episodes with “Live Free or Dialogue” in the title. You can support this work and access bonus content via Pa…

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Embrace the Mystery 9:15

2y ago9:15

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from the Dawn Chorus artist retreat at the Grand Canyon, New Year's Eve 2020. you can join the virtual Kind Mind Gathering each month and access the Kind Mind Studio meditation page by becoming a patron of this podcast on Patreon for as little as $5/month: https://patreon.com/kindmind (music “Sunlight on Still Water” by The Lovely Moon and episode …

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Todd Talks with Vitaliy Katsenelson about Meaningfulness (Live Free or Dialogue series) 1:16:42

2y ago1:16:42

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Vitaliy Katsenelson was born in Murmansk, Russia, and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1991. After joining Denver-based value investment firm IMA in 1997, Vitaliy became Chief Investment Officer in 2007, and CEO in 2012. Vitaliy is also an award-winning writer. Known for his uncommon common sense, Forbes Magazine called him "The N…

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The Seahorse Series on Mending Masculinity (parts 1 through 3) 3:22:00

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Please consider supporting this podcast and accessing bonus content the Kind Mind Gatherings via https://patreon.com/kindmind Send feedback and mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com This episode was recorded over 3 consecutive weeks 1 year ago in June 2021 at Speakeasy Spiritual Community. It’s called The Seahorse Series because of the uniqueness of t…

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Atlas of the Worldview 59:38

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send mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com support this show: https://patreon.com/kindmind An attitude is a lot like a musical score, a kind of outline or map for the potential expression or organization of sounds and rhythms. Similarly, an attitude, in the psychological sense is a set of thoughts, feelings and most importantly behavioral tendencies t…

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Live Free or Dialogue: control, surrender and getting out of our own way with Kute Blackson 58:35

2y ago58:35

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Kute Blackson is a transformational teacher, speaker, visionary, guide and national best-selling author of You.Are.The.One. and The Magic of Surrender. https://www.kuteblackson.com "Live Free or Dialogue" is a video conversation series within Michael Todd Fink's "Kind Mind" podcast platform and based on the qualities of dialogue: two individuals (d…

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Testing the Timber of Trust 1:01:20

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You can support this podcast and access live virtual events and bonus content via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kindmind Send mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com Compared with other organisms, humans are born significantly underdeveloped physically and highly vulnerable for a considerable period of time. Therefore, trust and mistrust can be profo…

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Build Like A Prophet 49:00

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You can support this work and access live virtual events and bonus content via Patreon: https://patreon.com/kindmind mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com Why do we build and rebuild? It could be because of breakdown or breakthrough and the interpretation may be up to us. Sometimes there are setbacks where things fall apart and need repair. Other time…

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Live Free or Dialogue: alternative cemeteries, mortality and meaning in tragedy with Sandy Gibson 53:06

2y ago53:06

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Todd talks with Sandy Gibson. Sandy Gibson is the Founder of Better Place Forests, America's first conservation memorial forest. Instead of graves, Better Places offers a sustainable alternative to cemeteries for families who choose cremation. Launching in 2017, the 130+ acre woodland based in San Francisco has raised more than $75M in venture capi…

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Dreamstuff You Should Know 1:14:34

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Join the Patreon community and access bonus content and live events: https://www.patreon.com/kindmind send mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com Sleep is really weird when you think about it. You get 16-24 hours of life out of a human and then they need 8 hours to fully charge. There are so many interpretations of dreams from psychology and spirituali…

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Live Free or Dialogue: Near Death Experience, Eternal Oneness, and Healing Colors with Jose Hernandez 1:26:28

2y ago1:26:28

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Todd talks with Jose Hernandez. In 2004 Jose began creating art as a meditative tool. His art has now exhibited in galleries across the US and hangs in private and corporate collections worldwide. Jose founded Inner Immersion, LLC and Immersive Arts, LLP. He is a member of the Association of Transformational Leaders. Jose is featured in the Netflix…

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Raising Health 53:25

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Join the Kind Mind patreon community and access bonus content and live events: https://www.patreon.com/kindmind You can send mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com We tend to take for granted when our bodies are healthy and strong. We also tend to assume the worst when there is pain and worry that it will never go away. In my understanding, health is n…

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When Ritual is Spiritual 45:25

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You can support this podcast and access bonus content, mindfulness resources and Kind Mind Gatherings via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kindmind Send mail to: michaeltoddfink@gmail.com Relgions have long been the purveyors of rituals or sets of actions deemed sacred or worshipful. Despite the growing disaffiliation with religious institutions, s…

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