The Dream Catcher Podcast

[Interview] Finding our Purpose and Dharma during Difficult Times (feat. Stephen Cope)

At some point in our life, we all go through difficult times when we experience pain, disappointments and loss. These experiences can have a profound impact on us, for better or worse. 

According to my guest, Stephen Cope, crises does not have to derail us. It can be the very thing that can help us find our purpose and step forward as our best selves. 

This is the central theme of his new book “Dharma in Difficult Times.”

Stephen Cope is a psychotherapist, Kripalu Yoga teacher, scholar and best-selling author of several books on yoga and meditation. He is the founder of the Kripalu Institute for Extraordinary Living in Stockbridge, Massachusetts—the largest center for the study and practice of yoga in the Western world. Yoga Journal named him one of the most influential thinkers, writers, and teachers on the current American yoga scene.

Stephen offers his insight into how we can identify purpose as we find our way through our darkest times. He explains what it means to find our Dharma using examples from his own life and the lives and teachings of some famous figures from history. 

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How to Increase Emotional Intelligence and Why it’s So Important

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is defined as “the ability to perceive, control and evaluate emotions.” It’s knowing how to deal with our feelings, good or bad, at any given moment and interpreting events in ways that strengthen and bolster us.

EQ is not just some nice-to-have trait — it’s essential for our general wellbeing. Although different types of people handle emotions differently, anyone can learn how to increase emotional intelligence with the right knowledge and tools. 

Find out how to increase your emotional intelligence to experience more joy, peace, and satisfaction with these ideas.

10 Fascinating Indigenous Cultures from Around the World (and why we should protect them)

Indigenous people make up 6% of the world population, are spread across 90 countries, and speak 4000 languages, many of which are at the risk of dying out. 

These invaluable, yet often neglected groups, have centuries of rich heritage consisting of cultural practices and knowledge that we can learn from. 

These ten fascinating indigenous cultures from around the world will not only broaden your horizons but help you recognize the importance of protecting their rights and preserving their unique cultures.

[Interview] Holy Love: How to Develop Soul-Fulfilling Relationships (feat. Elisa Romeo and Adam Foley)

Our deepest common human desire is to be met deeply, intimately and with unconditional love. So why is it that what we most yearn for is one of the most elusive things to find and sustain?

According to my guests, Elisa Romeo and Adam Foley, the problem is that many of us have lost connection with the authentic and unconditional part of ourselves — the Soul. 

And the only way we can connect with another on a soulful level is by understanding ourselves personally and intimately.

Elisa Romeo and Adam Foley are the authors of “Holy Love: The Essential Guide to Soul-Fulfilling Relationships” and cohosts of the Holy & Human Podcast. Elisa is a licensed marriage and family therapist, an intuitive, and an author. Adam is a certified somatic practitioner and yoga instructor who uses spiritual coaching, somatic healing, and his own intuitive abilities to connect people with the deeper aspects of themselves.

During our conversation, Elisa and Adam offer their insight into what soul-based connections look and feel like and how we can connect with others on a soul level and identify our soul connections.

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10 Ways to Train Your Brain for Happiness and Success

Our minds are powerhouses, capable of amazing feats that many of us don’t fully utilize. 

The good news is that your brainpower is always available to you — and you don’t need to look for a magic pill to use it. By knowing proven ways to train your brain for success, you can unlock its potential. 

Find out what the main brain functions and superpowers are, and ten activities and lifestyle shifts you can make to enhance them.

Love Lessons We Can Learn from 7 Famous Couples in History

Love takes many forms, many of which may seem unconventional by social standards. 

By looking at some famous couples from history, we can appreciate the intensity and quality of the bond two people share and how their love impacts each other. 

These love lessons from seven notable couples from history will inspire you to write your own love story and experience relationships from a place of openness and depth.

[Interview] The Path to Developing a Warrior Spirit and a Peaceful Heart (feat. Dan Millman)

A spiritual journey describes the process of a person embarking on a quest to deepen their knowledge, understanding and wisdom about themselves, the world and a higher power.

For most of us, spiritual awakening is brought about by life-changing events or meeting mentors who change the way we think. 

While every journey is unique, they all share certain commonalities. My guest, Dan Millman, brings those to the forefront in his new memoir, “Peaceful Heart, Warrior Spirit.”

Dan Millman teaches “the peaceful warrior’s way” in the United States and around the world. Author of eighteen books published in twenty-nine languages, Millman is a former world-champion athlete, university coach, martial arts instructor, and college professor. His bestseller “Way of the Peaceful Warrior” was adapted to a feature film starring Nick Nolte.

Dan shares the lessons he learned from his evolution from childhood dreamer to world-class athlete over a span of two decades. He describes an approach to living with a peaceful heart and a warrior’s spirit, an open path that’s accessible to anyone who is prepared to move to the next stage of their awakening.

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5 Unconventional Ways to Discover Your Gifts and Talents

Each of us has special, one-of-a-kind gifts that enable us to do things that others would find hard or even impossible. 

Your gifts are hardwired, but it's up to you to discover and develop them. You must believe that you're gifted and have the courage to share those gifts with others. 

If you're unsure about where your strengths lie, these five techniques will help you discover what they are.

10 Ancient Civilizations that Thrived (and how it still benefits us)

Our efforts and hopes for building a better future are inextricably linked to our perception of history and how we use the treasures left behind by those who came before. 

While advances in technology, science, and medicine give us leverage to further our interests, it does not make us immune to all hazards as recent events have shown us. 

Looking at ancient civilizations and what they did right can offer us the foresight to fully utilize our resources. Get inspired by these ten ancient civilizations and how their people contributed to humanity.

[Interview] Creating a Life that Awakens and Feeds your Soul (feat. Mark Nepo)

Our soul’s journey is ultimately about awakening to our potential and authenticity - but that journey is not always easy.

According to my guest, Mark Nepo, it’s a process that takes place through the labor of a lifetime as we develop into more fully realized beings. 

And his new book, “The Book of Soul 52 Paths to Living What Matters,” is a powerful guide that can assist us in our transformation. 

Mark Nepo is a poet and philosopher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over 40 years. A #1 New York Times bestselling author, he has published 22 books and his work has been translated into over 20 languages. Mark has been interviewed several times by Oprah Winfrey and was also chosen as one of OWN's SuperSoul 100, a group of inspired leaders using their gifts and voices to elevate humanity. In 2015, he was given a Life-Achievement Award by AgeNation. 

In this interview, Mark and I discuss several themes from his book, including the role of courage, inspiration, creativity, and kindness in the evolution and elevation of our souls and how we can use it to experience the truth, harmony, and depth of life. 

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