The Dream Catcher Podcast

[Interview] How to Live with Integrity and Find Your Path (feat. Dr. Martha Beck)

Original airdate: August 11, 2021

We’re all born whole, complete, and undivided. In other words, we’re born with integrity. But nature often clashes with culture. We may abandon parts of ourselves to please others, and in this way, we leave integrity and get off our path.

My guest today, Dr. Martha Beck, will help us find our way back to full integrity based on the principles from her newest New York Times Best Selling book. “The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self.”

Martha Beck is a New York Times bestselling author, life coach, and speaker. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Martha is a passionate and engaging teacher known for her unique combination of science, humor, and spirituality.

In this interview, Martha graces us with her wisdom, humor and experience to show us how to stay true to ourselves and remain committed to living a life of purpose and meaning.

From Ancient Egypt to The Information Age: Unraveling Different Historical Eras That Shaped Humanity

History serves as a reminder of our shared humanity and continuous social evolution. It highlights the power of human ingenuity, resilience and collective progress. 

By unraveling the different historical eras that shaped our world, we can learn about the triumphs and failures of our ancestors, gain a broader perspective on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, and find the wisdom to shape a better future. 

Take a captivating journey through time to some of the most memorable eras in our history.

[Interview] Tell Yourself a Better Story: How to Create Empowering Beliefs to Live Your Best Life (feat. Marisa Peer)

Do you sometimes feel like you’re holding yourself back from greater success, prosperity and joy? Many of us spend our entire lives struggling with different forms of self-sabotage - often with no end or solution in sight.

But, according to my guest, Marisa Peer, there is a way to shift your thinking and ways of being that work for you instead of against you. She’s here to share her wisdom with us.

Marisa Peer is the founder and creator of Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®)—a new and exciting, multi-award-winning therapy. She has spent over three decades treating a client list that includes international superstars, CEOs, Royalty, and Olympic athletes. Marisa has been seen on many high-profile US and UK television networks. She is also an acknowledged inspirational speaker—from TEDx and Condé Nast to the Royal Society of Medicine.

Marisa believes that all of us have the potential to reach great heights in every facet of our life. During our conversation, she explains how to reprogram our mind and remove internal blocks so that our thoughts, patterns and habits align with the person we want to become.

The Myth of Talent: Why Creativity and Hard Work are the Real Keys to Achieving Your Dreams

Many of us grew up believing that only those with talent are destined for greatness and are born with gifts we can't replicate. 

This misconception creates a barrier for those who feel they lack talent and discourages them from pursuing their dreams. But talent is not a fixed trait. It’s a skill that comes from creativity and hard work. 

Anyone, including you, can tap into their creative potential and harness their determination to achieve greatness. In this episode, you’ll Learn the key drivers for accomplishing your goals and how to develop them.

[Interview] The Keys to Developing Emotional Intelligence (feat. Dr. Marc Brackett)

Original airdate: June 15, 2021

The ability to interpret, express and respond to our emotions is essential for success. Some experts say that it’s even more important than our IQ. 

Unfortunately, not many of us were taught how to identify and process our emotions, which can make life much harder. To tell us more about how we can build our emotional intelligence, I invited Dr. Marc Brackett, who wrote a popular book on this topic called “Permission to Feel.”

Dr. Marc Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. He has published over 150 scholarly articles, received numerous awards, and is featured regularly in popular media outlets. 

In this interview, Marc inspires us with a new mindset around the power of emotions, offering advice on understanding our own and others’ feelings. He also provides innovative strategies to boost emotional intelligence and undo unhealthy patterns we may have developed over the years.

5 Types of Listening and How to Apply Them in Relationships

Listening is more than just hearing words. It involves actively paying attention to the speaker, processing the information, and understanding the underlying message. 

Unfortunately, good listeners are hard to come by today. Most people listen with the intent to reply, and not with the intent to understand and learn. 

By understanding these different types of listening, you can tailor your approach to various situations. These guidelines will enhance your ability to make others feel seen and heard.

[Interview] Tapping into the Science of Self-Empowerment to Unleash Our Greatness (feat. Gregg Braden)

What would it mean to discover that you’re designed to live an extraordinary life of self-healing, longevity, and deep intuition? Is it possible that the advanced awareness achieved by monks, nuns, and mystics is actually meant to be a regular part of your daily life?

According to my guest, Gregg Braden, it certainly can be. Based on his studies, explorations and travels, Gregg believes that we can achieve incredible feats and transform our lives if we tap into our natural innate power. Today, he will share some of his wisdom with us.

Gregg Braden is a five-time New York Times best-selling author, scientist, international educator and renowned as a pioneer in the emerging paradigm based in science, social policy and human potential. He has presented his discoveries in over 30 countries on six continents and has been invited to speak to The United Nations, Fortune 500 companies and the U. S. military. Gregg is the proud recipient of numerous awards including The Walden Award for New Thought, The Illuminate Award for Conscious Visionaries and he is listed in the United Kingdom’s Watkins Journal among the top 100 of “the world’s most spiritually influential living people'' for the 7th consecutive year. To date his research has led to 15 film credits and 12 award-winning books now published in over 40 languages.

During our conversation, Gregg offers insight into connecting with our deeper abilities using our thoughts, emotions, beliefs and focus to succeed and overcome obstacles. He also shares the knowledge he gained from spiritual traditions around the world that can help us achieve an empowered state of being and feel more connected to our global family. 

5 Things Courageous People Do Differently Than Others

Courage is an inner resolution to go forward despite obstacles. It instills a person with an inner force to make scary choices and defy seemingly impossible odds. 

In a world that often craves comfort and conformity, it's the courageous people who stand out and make a lasting impact. The good news is that courage lies within us all. 

By examining the behavior of courageous individuals, we can begin to cultivate these qualities within ourselves. Learn five things that courageous people do differently.

[Interview] Using Rituals for Healing and Self-Discovery (feat. Bobby Klein)

Original airdate: December 29, 2020

In this inspirational conversation, I speak with the late Bobby Klein - a clinical psychologist, spiritual and psychological educator, writer, and intuitive Life Path Counselor.

Bobby taught others how to access their own intuition and make room for the soul in everyday life. The wisdom he imparted in his workshops and sessions has been healing and life-changing for 10's of thousands of clients for over 40 years. Bobby was also the modern-day interpreter and translator of the I Ching, an ancient Chinese oracle charting the universal flow of energy.

In this conversation, Bobby shared his wisdom and knowledge through his 80-plus years of life. We dug deep into how to gain more awareness about ourselves and develop our identity and purpose.

Bobby pulled from his wealth of knowledge in the healing arts to recommend rituals for anxiety, fear, and uncertainty.

If you want to learn how to connect deeper with your inner self and raise your vibration, these healing practices can help.

Greatest Thinkers: Discovering the Legacy of History’s Intellectual Trailblazers

The greatest thinkers in history have challenged existing beliefs, questioned authority, and provided alternative perspectives that have altered the course of human civilization. 

By studying their works, we can better understand the constructs and ideologies that have shaped our societies, politics, and culture. 

Tap into your genius and gain inspiration from the stories of these intellectual trailblazers and the traits that drove their breakthroughs and creativity.