Know Thyself

Leading gastroenterologist, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, delves into the fascinating world of the microbiome and its profound impact on our health. He discusses the gut-brain connection, and reveals how our intuition and gut feelings are intertwined with it. He shares insights into the best diets for gut health, the influence of the nervous system on it, and it's impact on our mental health. Ultimately, Dr. B emphasizes the power of human connection and spiritual health in fostering a thriving microbiome. Try MUDWTR & Get Up to 43% off + a free frother:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 2:50 The Magic of the Microbiome9:30 You Have the Power to Change Your Biology10:46 Modern Living is at Odds with Health13:57 The Gut/Brain Connection18:15 Reality of Intuition & Gut Feelings26:10 Pregnancy & The Microbiome30:19 Human Connection and our Microbiome32:58 Ad: MUDWTR - Energy & focus without the jitters34:15 The Best Diet for Your Gut? 41:00 How the Nervous System Influences our Gut46:55 Link Between Unresolved Trauma and Gut Issues 50:52 Correlation of Mental Health & Digestion58:37 Fecal Transplants1:02:51 How Antibiotics Destroy the Gut1:07:35 Why Diet is Invaluable for Healing1:11:34 Vegan vs Carnivore Diets1:15:41 Importance of Fiber in Our Diets1:28:30 The Best Things You Can Do for Your Gut1:37:56 Danger of Glyphosate1:41:15 Fasting, Cleansing, and Parasites1:48:19 How Alcohol Ruins the Gut1:54:20 Skin Health Conditions 1:59:15 Power of Human Connection & Spiritual Health 2:03:45 Conclusion___________Episode Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/https://38tera.comhttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKghttps://www.knowthyself.oneSpotify & Apple: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927

4 Maalis 2h 6min

Relationship expert Jillian Turecki reveals how to overcome the blocks that ruin relationships and begin crafting your love life from within. Jillian shares her personal journey, detailing the pivotal moments of miscarriage and divorce that transformed her perspective on love and relationships. She emphasizes that love truly begins with oneself, urging listeners to self-source their wholeness before seeking it in others. As the conversation unfolds, we delve into the pitfalls of expectations and how they can undermine relationships, while also discussing the importance of mindful approaches to love.Jillian offers insights on how relationships act as mirrors, reflecting our inner selves and highlighting compatibility, especially during the often-glamorous honeymoon phase. Together, we demystify the concept of self-love, challenging societal misconceptions about love and relationships. We tackle tough questions like whether to break up or stay together, the dangers of falling for someone's potential, and identifying red flags, even those that may seem overly nice. Finally, we explore what men and women generally seek in relationships and the profound lessons she has learned about love, including the importance of making peace with our parents. This conversation is not just about finding the right partner; it’s a deep dive into understanding ourselves better, fostering healthier relationships, and ultimately creating the love life we desire. Sponsor:Convenient and affordable therapy with BetterHelp. Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month:https://www.betterhelp.com/knowthyselfAndré's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro1:10 Miscarriage & Divorce: The Turning Point that Changed Her Life7:23 Love Begins With You10:40 Self Sourcing Your Wholeness14:55 Expectations Ruin Relationships21:34 Finding the One & Surviving the Honeymoon Phase27:38 Demystifying Self Love 30:37 Ad: BetterHelp32:13 Our Culture Gets This Wrong About Love37:24 Should You Break Up or Stay Together? 41:47 Don’t Fall in Love with Potential45:40 Red Flags: Are They TOO Nice?50:16 Cultivating Trust in Love & Life56:48 What Men & Women Really Want (Generally)1:02:17 Making Peace with Your Parents1:08:08 The Biggest Lesson She’s Learned from Love1:10:30 What It Means to Know Thyself 1:12:31 Conclusion ___________Jillian Turecki is a relationship coach, teacher, podcaster, writer, and speaker who has devoted her life to helping people revolutionize their relationships with themselves. For over 20 years, Jillian has maintained a deep commitment to authenticity, compassion, and inner transformation as she follows her insatiable curiosity about what makes relationships thrive. Between Jillian’s podcast, “Jillian on Love,” her newsletter, “Love Weekly,” and her social media community, Jillian reaches millions of people who seek her actionable, compassionate, direct, and research-driven insight. As the founder of Jillian Turecki Coaching, Jillian has changed the lives of countless individuals around the world through her transformative workshops, courses, retreats, and one-on-one coaching sessions. Her forthcoming book is a groundbreaking look at love, partnership and self-love based on Jillian’s decades of experience and research.Book "It Begins With You": https://www.jillianturecki.com/bookWebsite: https://www.jillianturecki.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianturecki/?hl=en___________Know ThyselfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/Website: https://www.knowthyself.oneClips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKgListen to all episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927André DuqumInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

25 Helmi 1h 13min

This week we dive deep into the transformative insights of writer Yung Pueblo, exploring his journey towards becoming a presence of love. He shares his experience of sitting through a 45-day Vipassana silent retreat, shedding light on how such profound stillness can deepen our wisdom and awareness. He discusses the importance of embracing impermanence and the practices necessary for honing the power of the mind while erasing conditioned responses.Reflecting on his personal evolution from darkness to brightness, Yung Pueblo reveals how he began sharing his poetry on Instagram, igniting a movement of self-love and healing. He opens up about the power of relationships to serve as a container for growth and transformation. He explores why love alone isn't sufficient for sustaining relationships, highlighting the value of solitude and the skills needed for cultivating long-term connections. Through discussions about the miracle of life, the significance of listening to our intuition, and staying grounded in spirituality, this episode is a heartfelt invitation to awaken and embody love in all aspects of life.Energy & focus without the jitters? Try MUDWTR & Get Up to 43% off + a free frother:https://mudwtr.com/knowthyselfAndré's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro1:59 Writing as Yung Pueblo3:33 Becoming a Presence of Love5:11 Sitting a 45 Day Vipassana (Silent Retreat) 8:03 Deepening Our Sense of Wisdom & Awareness16:36 Embracing Impermanence 19:48 Honing the Power of the Mind & Erasing Conditioning29:07 His Life: Going From Darkness to Brightness34:05 Starting His Instagram & Poetry35:31 Ad: Mudwtr - Energy & Focus Without the Jitters37:03 Facing off With the Ego40:11 Relationships as a Container for Growth45:35 The Qualities of Enlightened States48:52 Learning to Love Better: From Arguments to Allowing59:08 Why Love Isn’t Enough to Make a Relationship Work 1:01:44 The Value of Solitude1:06:20 Skills for Cultivating Long Term Relationships 1:14:54 This Life is a Miracle1:18:17 Listening to Intuition1:22:58 Staying Grounded with Spirituality 1:27:43 The Power of Meditation1:32:18 Mystical Experiences 1:38:52 Conclusion ___________Diego Perez is a meditator and #1 New York Times bestselling author who is widely known by his pen name, Yung Pueblo. Online he has an audience of over 4 million people. His writing focuses on the power of self-healing, creating healthy relationships, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. He has sold over 1.5 million books worldwide that have been translated into over 25 languages. Diego is a general partner at Wisdom Ventures and a founder of Ready Platform, a dating and relationship support app. Diego’s new book, How to Love Better, will be released in March 2025.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yung_pueblo/?hl=enBooks: https://yungpueblo.com___________Know ThyselfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/Website: https://www.knowthyself.oneClips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKgListen to all episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927André DuqumInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

18 Helmi 1h 40min

This week renowned mindset coach Peter Crone comes back for a transformative discussion on breaking through the barriers of the subconscious mind. He explores how to unlock inner freedom and create lasting change in our lives.Peter delves into the intricacies of the subconscious mind, helping us define its role and influence on our daily experiences. Peter reveals the patterns that lie at the root of our suffering and how to rewire these problems at the source. He examines common limiting beliefs that hold many people back, guiding us through the process of unpacking these layers to uncover deeper truths.He also touches on the theme of transmuting the pain of loss and grief, and the concept of the spiritual ego.BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 2:08 The Problems Hidden in Your Subconscious 11:37 These Patterns are at the Root of our Suffering18:21 Common Limiting Beliefs that Hold People Back24:08 Unpacking the Layers of Limiting Beliefs 31:15 Ask Yourself This One Question36:30 Transmuting the Pain of Loss/Grief47:23 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy48:40 Relationships & Connecting from a Place of Love1:00:06 The Power of Listening 1:05:37 Go from ‘Seeking’ to ‘Exploring’1:09:45 Why the Ego Fears Being Wrong1:13:08 Stop Identifying with Your Problems1:17:03 Freedom is Available Here and Now1:28:05 Unpacking the Spiritual Ego1:55:26 Reaching new Heights of Your Potenital2:01:02 Conclusion___________Peter Crone is a thought leader in human potential and performance. He devotes his life to sharing insights and strategies to create an inspired life and find true freedom by awakening new levels of awareness. Peter helps redesign the subconscious mind that drives behavior and performance and uses the wisdom of Ayurveda to help people find balance through diet and lifestyle. He’s worked with entertainers, professional athletes, as well as global organizations.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petercrone/Website: https://www.petercrone.com/___________Know ThyselfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/Website: https://www.knowthyself.oneClips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKgListen to all episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927André DuqumInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

11 Helmi 2h 3min

After the tragic fires that burned through LA, we are joined by Azrya Bequer who lost her home in the blaze. In this episode, she opens up about the process of transmuting grief into grace and leaning into a deeper trust throughout the heartbreaking situation.  She shares the importance of embracing the ever-changing nature of life, cultivating a deeper sense of trust and intuition, and making meaning out of pain. This episode is an impactful one for anyone looking to better navigate life’s challenges and strengthen their resiliency.  Azrya, who has also coached countless leaders and high-performers over the years, shares her insights into walking a path of spiritual entrepreneurship - empowering us with the knowledge of how to merge the material and the metaphysical.  André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ 0:00 Intro 1:44 Losing Her Home in the LA Fires 11:33 A Poem: Alchemizing Grief Into Gold 17:42 The Greater Perspective on Grief 23:29 Making Meaning From Tragedy: How LA Must Change 30:47 Embracing the Ever-Changing Nature of Life 35:28 Walking Towards the Fire of Life 44:05 Why We Fear Feeling (And How to Change that) 47:35 Operating From a Deeper Intelligence  53:18 Discerning Your Intuition from the Noise 57:15 Trusting the Cycles of Life: Leaning Into the Ups & Downs 1:03:02 Feeling the Depths of Grief 1:08:00 The Path of Spiritual Entrepreneurship  1:13:30 Merging the Material and the Metaphysical 1:19:55 Enlightened Leadership 1:25:23 Envisioning & Stewarding a Greater Future 1:38:00 Difference Between Ownership & Stewardship 1:41:12 Conclusion ___________ Azrya Bequer is the Co-Founding Steward of KAVANÂ, a 30-acre retreat center and learning institute on the South-Pacific coast of Mexico that serves as a nexus of gathering for a community committed to personal and social transformation.She is also a Co-Steward of MUSA, a 500+acre, beachfront residential development and town of the future. Bequer has dedicated her past decade to empowering purpose-driven leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives. To support this work, Azrya and her husband Benjamin co-authored the BEQOMING book and developed a unique, in-depth methodology that integrates leadership, coaching, breathwork, indigenous wisdom traditions, and other embodiment practices. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/azryabequer/?hl=en “In Life We Trust” LA Fire Initative: https://inlifewetrust.co/ Azrya's Offerings: www.kavanaretreats.com/offerings Azrya’s Telegram: https://www.kavanaretreats.com/azrya-telegram ___________ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

4 Helmi 1h 42min

Jeff Krasno, the visionary founder of Commune, shares how to unlock your human potential in our modern world.  He and André reflect on the transformative power of surrender, particularly during the harrowing LA fires. Jeff shares his insights on navigating adversity and the importance of embracing "good stress" through practices like cold plunges, exercise, and meditation. As they delve deeper, Jeff discusses the pursuit of health in a world often plagued by illness. He shares his thoughts on unlocking human potential and the practices that can lead to optimal wellness.  Whether you’re seeking to improve your physical health, enhance your mental well-being, or deepen your spiritual connection, this episode is filled with valuable insights that can inspire and motivate you on your journey. Sponsor: Convenient and affordable therapy with BetterHelp. Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month: https://www.betterhelp.com/knowthyself André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ 0:00 Intro  2:17 LA Fires: Surrendering in the Chaos 12:23 Why We Need Good Stress 20:14 Modern Living Contradicts our Biology  27:43 Ad: BetterHelp 29:21 The Tao of Health: Reclaim Your Sovereignty  43:19 Attaining Homeostasis in the Body 49:07 Impermanence & Interdependance 1:00:08 What Nature Teaches Us 1:06:42 Working With Wim Hoff & Unlocking Human Potential 1:14:52 Mortality and Health Span 1:25:44 Power of Mindfulness 1:33:34 Conclusion  ___________ Jeff is the co-founder and CEO of Commune, a masterclass platform for personal and societal well-being. He hosts the Commune podcast, interviewing a wide variety of health experts and luminaries from Andrew Huberman and Marianne Williamson to Matthew McConaughey and Gabor Maté. Jeff pens a personal weekly essay titled “Commusings” that explores spirituality, wellness and culture and is distributed to over one million subscribers every Sunday. Jeff is the author of Good Stress, a collection of wellness protocols that he developed to reverse his diabetes, lose 60 pounds and reclaim his health at age 50. Jeff and his better three-quarters, Schuyler Grant, own and operate Commune Topanga, a 10-acre wellness center and production lab where they host regular retreats together featuring yoga, cold plunging, sauna bathing, lectures and story-telling. Jeff & Schuyler have three beautiful daughters, Phoebe, Lolli and Micah. They currently live in Los Angeles, California. Pre-order New Book “Good Stress”: https://www.onecommune.com/goodstressbook#preorder Website: https://www.jeffkrasno.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffkrasno/ ___________ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

28 Tammi 1h 35min

Famous for his role as Dwight Schrute on the Office, Rainn Wilson has brought light to the world through comedy and uplifting spiritual content. Reflecting on his time filming the iconic series, Wilson discusses how comedy has served as a healing force in his life, stemming from his childhood experiences. He opens up about his struggles with depression and the profound spiritual awakening that followed, emphasizing the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life.Wilson passionately argues for a necessary spiritual revolution, advocating for hope amidst the chaos of the modern world. He delves into the true meaning of spirituality, exploring themes of connection to something greater and the release of dogma in favor of genuine spiritual truth. Throughout the conversation, he contemplates profound questions about life, death, and the purpose of pain and suffering, ultimately reflecting on his life and the spiritual practices that guide him.BonCharge Red light therapy:Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15% André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:38 The Office: Looking Back at that Pivotal Time4:10 Comedy as a Healing Force9:19 How His Childhood Led Him to Coping with Comedy 15:25 From Depression to Spiritual Awakening19:51 Finding Meaning & Purpose in Life27:39 The True Meaning of Spirituality35:09 Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution40:37 Hope to Find Hope in a Chaotic World43:51 Ad: Boncharge Redlight Therapy - Save 15%46:09 Bahá'í Faith: Releasing Dogma & Yearning for Spiritual Truth54:13 Defining Spirituality & Our Connection to Something Greater1:00:08 What Lives on When We Die1:04:50 Power of Contemplating Death 1:15:47 Purpose of Pain & Suffering on Our Path1:21:57 Polarity on Our Planet1:27:00 Reflecting on His Life Thus Far1:32:53 His Spiritual Practices1:38:33 Conclusion___________Rainn Wilson is a three-time Emmy Award nominated actor, best known for the role of Dwight Schrute in NBC's The Office. He's acted in dozens of other films and TV shows such as (in no particular order): Six Feet Under, The Meg, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, Super, The Rocker, Star Trek Discovery, Utopia, Jerry and Marge Go Large, Almost Famous, Backstrom, Galaxy Quest, Blackbird as well as the upcoming CODE 3. He is the host of the new Peacock docu-series "Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss" in which he travels the world in search of happiness. Rainn is the co-founder of the digital media company SoulPancake which created thousands of pieces of content and over a billion video views, including viral hits like Kid President, My Last Days, and The Idiots Guide to Climate Change. His newest book is entitled Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoulBoomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainnwilson/New Book "Soul Boom": https://linktr.ee/soulboom?lt_utm_source=lt_share_link#309753270___________Know ThyselfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/Website: https://www.knowthyself.oneClips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKgListen to all episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927André DuqumInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

21 Tammi 1h 40min

Scientist Gregg Braden is back on Know Thyself today for a deeper dive into the inherent beauty of humanity and the technology that threatens it. Pulling on the threads of our last conversations, Gregg opens up about the current state of the world: from transhumanism to artificial intelligence, giving a warning message about these innovations. He provides a reframe on what we’ve been told about human potential: revealing that we are far greater than we know and these technologies threaten that very greatness.  Our discussion encompasses a range of critical topics, including the ongoing struggle between good and evil on Earth, the pivotal Year 2030, and the Future of Humanity. Furthermore, Gregg draws intriguing parallels to popular culture, exploring how films like "The Matrix" serve as allegories for deeper truths about our reality, prompting us to question the nature of existence itself. Sleep Better with the Birch Mattress - Save 25% Off Sitewide + 2 Free Eco-Rest Pillows with Mattress Purchase:http://birchliving.com/knowthyselfAndré's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books___________0:00 Intro 1:59 Technology is Evolving Faster than Our Morality11:41 Is Transhumanism an Inevitable Phase of Evolution?19:30 Who’s Really Controlling the Show?26:13 Why We Can’t Manufacture Consciousness31:00 The Neuroscience of Our Divinity 36:50 How Our Neurons Atrophy from Technology 44:13 Science's Attempt at Cloning (and why it won’t work)50:25 Ad: Sleep Better with the Birch Mattress & Save 25%53:32 Earth’s Battle Between Good & Evil1:09:24 How Love vs Fear Creates our Reality 1:13:11 Year 2030 & The Future of Humanity 1:26:04 Why We’re Drawn to Wholeness 1:33:44 Embracing the Truth of Who You Are1:40:55 Conclusion ___________New York Times best-selling author and scientist Gregg Braden is internationally renowned as a pioneer in bridging science, spirituality and the real world. Following a successful career as a Computer Geologist during the 1970s energy crisis, he worked in the 1980s as a Senior Liaison with the U.S. Air Force Space Command. In 1991 he became the First Technical Operations Manager for Cisco Systems. Since 1986 Gregg has explored high mountain villages, remote monasteries, and forgotten texts to merge their timeless secrets with the best science of today. The author of 11 award-winning books published in 38 languages, Gregg has received numerous honours, including a 2016 nomination for the prestigious Templeton Award. He has shared his presentations with The United Nations, Fortune 500 companies, and the U.S. military, as well as in media specials aired throughout the world. Pre-order NEW Book “Pure Human”: https://a.co/d/i9LDO4mWebsite: https://greggbraden.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregg.braden/___________Know ThyselfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/Website: https://www.knowthyself.oneClips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKgListen to all episodes on Audio: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927André DuqumInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

7 Tammi 1h 41min