The Dream Catcher Podcast

How to Spot a Narcissist: Red Flags to Watch Out for and Ways to Cope

Narcissism is the term used to describe a lack of empathy, self-centeredness, and an exaggerated sense of self-importance. With these qualities, it can be a challenge to nurture a healthy relationship with such individuals—that’s why it’s worth knowing how to spot them.

Unknown to many, the everyday narcissist can be found lurking in our neighborhoods, offices, family gatherings, and in dating apps. 

While it’s hard to see through the façade of a narcissist because of their charisma, we can avoid getting into relationships with them by knowing the common red flags and having an exit strategy that allows us to get out while we can.

[Interview] Using the Art of Mindfulness to Achieve Balance and Meaning (feat. Sunada Takagi)

Many of us spend large parts of our lives on autopilot and distracted, not aware of all the sights, sounds, and smells that enrich our lives.

One way to become more aware is through the art of mindfulness - a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment.

My guest today, Sunada Takagi, has been practicing and teaching mindfulness for many years now. 

Sunada is a mindfulness instructor, teacher and coach. She inspires people to build purpose-centered lives through the power of mindfulness. Her compassionate coaching guides an inner discovery process that leads her students to confident steps in new directions. 

In this interview, Sunada introduces us to the basics of a mindfulness practice and how we (and our planet) can benefit from it. 

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Fixed vs. Growth Mindset: How Your Thoughts Impact Your Life

Our mindset determines our attitude. It’s the lens through which we see everything in our lives. More importantly, it informs what we believe we can and can’t accomplish.

As adults, we’re free to shape our minds in ways that serve our growth and purpose. The first step is understanding the difference between a growth and fixed mindset.

A growth mindset is rooted in curiosity and positive anticipation. A fixed mindset, on the other hand, is based on fear and a sense of lack. 

With awareness and practice, you can transform your mindset into one that supports your progress. In this episode, you’ll learn ten ways to cultivate a growth mindset.

Why You Don't Need to be in Power to Change the World

No matter how committed we are to changing the world, we can’t make progress unless we believe that we have the power to do so. Unfortunately, many people don’t think they have enough social power to make a significant difference.

The truth is that you don’t need to be famous or a trailblazer to make a difference. There are many ways to contribute, no matter what profession you’re in. When we see ourselves as someone who has agency and we’re driven to help, there’s nothing that can get in our way.  

You’ll find inspiration in these stories of people accomplishing their missions to create positive shifts in their own special way.

[Interview] Understanding our Chakras and How it Impacts our Wellbeing (feat. Shai Tubali)

The chakras are part of a belief system that refer to energy centers in our body. If you’re feeling off but can’t tell why, chances are that one or more of your chakras are blocked and you need to balance them.

Let’s take a closer look at chakras and how they work with my guest, Shai Tubali.

Shai Tubali is an internationally renowned author, speaker and innovator in the field of personal development. Shai’s approach weaves together a tapestry of thought and tradition from psychology, philosophy, medicine, Yogic traditions, Eastern thought and practices and the most advanced scientific research.

Shai is going to offer insight into how chakras work, what we can do to make sure that they function at their best and what to do if they get blocked. He also talks about the seven different chakra personality types and how it impacts us.

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5 Distractions That are Stopping You from Being Successful

With the rise of digital technology, we’re surrounded by endless sources of distraction. 

Even with the best intentions at focus, we find ourselves scrolling through social media or grabbing our phones the moment we hear a notification. Giving in to distractions once in a while is normal, but if it becomes a habit, we lose the focus and drive to meet our goals. 

While distractions may seem impossible to avoid, we have what it takes to become less susceptible to them. Find out what the most common distractions are and how to manage them.

The One that Got Away: Finding Love after Loss

The one that got away is that special love with whom you had to part with because circumstances and timing were not favorable for the relationship to blossom. 

As time goes by, you wonder what you and that person could have had. While most of us find it easy to move on, a few of us can’t let go and get stuck, thus blocking our happiness. 

Sooner or later, reality dawns that the dream of you and them died long ago. You may wonder if you’ll ever find someone who can measure up. These five steps and techniques will change how you feel about your lost love and find inner peace.

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

We’re all born whole, complete and undivided. In other words, we’re born in integrity. that’s our just nature.

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 NYT Best Selling book. “The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self.”

Martha 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 is going to grace us with her wisdom, humor and experience to show us how we can stay true to ourselves and remain committed to living a life of purpose and meaning. 

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Feeling Bored and Uninspired? Make it Exciting with a New Vision.

We all feel bored and uninspired at some point. Sometimes changing up our routines renews our enthusiasm. If that doesn’t work, we need to probe deeper to find out why we aren’t inspired.

The cure for boredom isn’t to numb it but to actively engage with our feelings and understand what it’s trying to tell us about moving forward in our lives.

The next time you feel bored, tap into your imagination to visualize a life that excites you. A compelling vision reminds us of the point of repeating certain tasks every day, whether that be a 5-mile-run or a long commute to work. These five ideas will give you a jump-start.

6 Ways You’re Blocking Your Manifestation Abilities

Manifestation, based on the Law of Attraction, states that people and their thoughts are made of energy and that by focusing on what we want, we can manifest it into reality.  In other words, if you think it, it will come.

But sometimes, no matter how hard we try, nothing seems to work out. When this happens, you can be sure that there’s some sort of internal resistance. 

The truth is that the law of manifestation becomes more potent when we focus on our transformation versus finding the magic pill.

Find out if these five common issues are blocking your manifestation abilities.