S3E2 | The Energy Podcast with Bawo and Troy [Feat. LonTheThird] - The Journey To The Authentic Self

LonTheThird is from Oakland, California. Currently based in Fort Worth, Texas. He is passionate about self exploration and service to the universe.

A filmmaker by profession and a storyteller by nature. Some of his interests are astrology, crystalline technology, and anime amongst others.

Being a father of three is one of his greatest gifts and family is a high value to him. LonTheThird treats his friends like family and strangers like friends.

Some of his daily practices are breathwork, yoga, and meditation. He's looking forward to cultivating impactful relationships by exchanging energy in a sustainable and wholistic way.

Look out for his book “The Authoritative Guide To Self Love in 33 Days” coming soon.

Time Stamps/Shownotes

0:00 - 4:28: Introduction. LonTheThird

4:28 - 8:30: LonTheThird’s Journey of Self Discovery | Self Love + Energy. LonThird reflecting on his childhood. Being raised by his maternal aunt and in a Christian based Church. Self Awareness and the relationship it has with finding opportunities. Observing role models in his life (Good vs Bad). Growing up in multicultural environments LonTheThird going out of his comfort zone to change his beliefs, looking within.

8:48 - 14:00 : Oakland Music Scene, Spirituality , Art, Spoken Word, Culture. LonTheThird being able to travel to different states in America to expand his mind. Figuring out what spiritual practice is most natural to him.

14:05 - 18:02 : TroyBanxz deconstructing Spirituality, Chakras & Concept Albums

18:05 - 28:00: LonTheThird teasing what’s to come in his upcoming book on Self Love. “The Authoritative Guide To Self Love in 33 Days” by LonTheThird. The Process behind the book and his why behind writing the book. LonTheThird discussing how people can develop a better relationship with themselves. The Hero’s Journey.

28:05 - 31:46: Exercising Boundaries & Yes Men

31:50 - 38:24: Spiritual Practices when it comes to speaking to the universe: Being Intentional & developing emotional intelligence. Beginning with the questions: Who am I? What am I doing here? Conviction when it comes to Affirmation. Accountability & Space for someone not being their best self. Embracing one’s flaws.

38:30 - 46:54 : The Journey to the Authentic Self: Self Absorption vs Self Love. Feeling vs Knowing. How do I show up in this space authentically? Making the time vs finding the time. Being true to yourself. “Art is never finished, it’s only abandoned and you are your masterpiece. "

47:00 - 51:40: LonTheThird on being parent and how it changed his life: Identity Reconstruction. Self Love & Purpose. Fatherhood & following the Path, not the person. Customising the experience. Observing masculine role models in his community & being accountable for one’s actions. Being present versus being absent. Passing on Wisdom to the younger generation. Responsibility & Duty. Moulding your children into competent beings.

51:55 - 58:40: Filmmaking : working with major network corporations such as Disney & ABC. This included crime & football tv shows, commercials & feature films. Learning hands on in every department with the goal of being a director in the future. These departments ranged from camera, audio, grip, electric to the art department. LonTheThird also speaks on A&R Music.

58:56 - 1:00:44 - Outro/Learning Curves: “Listen to understand, not to respond. “

Connect with LonTheThird:

Instagram: @expandcreativefrequency