Are Psychic Phenomena Real? (Podcast)

 

In every culture in every historical age, there has been interest in some version of psychic phenomena.

But are these phenomena “real,” or simply delusions?

And how can it help us in our quest for answers?  I offers some suggestions based on my own travels, studies, and experiences.

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“Should I Join The Military?” (Podcast)

 

I receive an email from a guy who feels like he needs a career change.  He’s lost his motivation and drive in his present job, and feels it’s time to move on.

He is considering the military, but doesn’t know if it is the right thing to do.

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“I Feel Like I’m Missing A Purpose In My Life” (Podcast)

 

A reader emails me and says that although he has found success in his life and career, something is lacking.

Something is missing. He says that he is lacking a real sense of higher purpose.

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How Do I Know When It’s Time To Change My Life? (Podcast)

 

A reader is troubled by where he is at in his life right now.

He wants to make major life changes involving career and residence, but doesn’t know if the time is right.

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How Can I Develop Motivation? (Podcast)

 

This important podcast focuses on motivation.  It’s a critical subject for everyone.

How can a person develop or sustain motivation?  We examine the following:

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“I’m Troubled By Fears Of Death” (Podcast)

 

A reader of FOTM emails me to say that lately he’s been oppressed by fears of death and dying.

It’s worrying him, and he wants to know what the Stoics would have said about it.

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How Two Guys Started A Knife Manufacturing Business (Podcast)

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In this podcast episode, I interview the co-founder of Delta2Alpha.com, a homegrown Canadian knife manufacturing business started by two regular Canadian guys with vision and guts.  Their story will impress you.

What does it take to succeed in business?

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“How Can I Develop My Aggressive Instinct?” (Podcast)

 

A young wrestler writes and asks how he can cultivate his aggressive spirit.

He has strong willpower, but something could be holding him back in his recent matches. What’s happening? And how can he break through this barrier?

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A Talk With Lucas Temple: Marriage, Having A Family, And Building A Legacy (Podcast)

In this episode I talk with Lucas Temple, proprietor of banterloud.com.

He decided to marry in his 20s and have a large family.  It’s an impressive decision, and one I very much respect.

I talk with him about this views on life, values, family, and education.

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“How Can I Best Adapt Myself To A Foreign Culture?” (Podcast)

A reader is moving to a foreign country and needs advice on how “to best integrate” himself into the local culture.  He has lived abroad before, but is looking for tips on what to expect, and what attitude to adopt.

What is the best way to approach this? What types of challenges will he face?

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