Know Your True Self
By James Petrossi / Samantha Petrossi
Know Your True SelfSep 21, 2022
Endings and Beginnings
In this final episode, James and Samantha say farewell after over two years of co-hosting the Know Your True Self podcast. Thanks for listening.
Talking on Eggshells with Sam Horn
Sam founded Tongue Fu! Training Institute more than 30 years ago when she saw the need for clearer, stronger communication in corporations, government agencies, industry associations, schools, and nonprofits. The institute has offered live and online training for employees of Capital One, Four Seasons Resorts, Amgen, Oracle, Nationwide, and state and local governments. She is also the founder of the Intrigue Agency, which consults with business leaders, and she has been a keynote speaker for Boeing, Cisco, and other Fortune 500 companies. She lives in Austin, Texas. www.SamHorn.com.
Virtue and Vice
Have you been living a virtuous life or one full of vice? Whatever the case may be, the holiday season is a great time to reflect on your actions over the past year. In this brief episode, James covers some essential virtues to gut-check if you have been living through the true self or falling victim to the unconscious mind.
Reflecting on Love
Are you in a committed relationship? Looking to start one? In the episode, James and Samantha reflect on their marriage after celebrating their third wedding anniversary. Join the conversation and gain valuable insight into what makes successful partnerships work and tips to improve the relationship with your loved one or soon-to-be.
Writing That Gets Noticed with Estelle Erasmus
Estelle is a professor of writing at New York University, the host of the Freelance Writing Direct podcast, and former “All About the Pitch” columnist for Writer’s Digest. She has written about a variety of subjects (health, beauty, fitness, publishing, business, travel) for numerous publications. Her articles for the New York Times and Washington Post have gone globally viral (with more than 500 comments on her NYT piece, “How to Bullyproof Your Child”). She has appeared on Good Morning America and has had her articles discussed on The View. She has also taught, coached, and mentored many writers who have gone on to be widely published. She is an American Society of Journalists and Authors award winner and was a cast member in the inaugural New York City production of the Listen to Your Mother storytelling show. She lives in New Jersey. www.EstelleSErasmus.com.
Dogs Demystified with Marc Bekoff
Mark has won many awards for his research on animal behavior, animal emotions, compassionate conservation, and animal protection; he has worked closely with Jane Goodall and is a former Guggenheim Fellow. He has published more than 30 books, including Unleashing Your Dog: A Field Guide to Giving Your Canine Companion the Best Life Possible (with Jessica Pierce, and most recently, A Dog’s World: Imagining the Lives of Dogs in a World Without Humans (with Jessica Pierce). He also blogs regularly for Psychology Today. He lives in Boulder, Colorado.
Explore the Book
Swimming in the Sacred with Rachel Harris, Ph.D.
In this episode, James welcomes Rachel Harris, Ph.D., the author of Listening to Ayahuasca and Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground. Listen in and learn how ancient medicines are making their way into mainstream culture.
A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, Rachel spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator’s Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Visit her online at: http://www.swimminginthesacred.com
False Idols
Who do you follow? Why do you follow them? Do you truly know anything about them? The truth is, in modern culture, many people blindly follow those they don’t know because of the promise of some personal fulfillment or connection to an all-knowing power. In this episode, James and Samanta discuss false idols and how we all have the power to intuit messages from our divine creator.
Sacred Spaces
Where do you find peace among the chaos? Unfortunately, life can move so quickly that we often neglect the importance of the sacred spaces essential to finding peace in our daily existence. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss ways to create and connect with the spiritual sanctuaries within and around us so we can find our way back to the light.
Spooky Szn
During this time of year, many people celebrate the season by watching horror movies, visiting haunted houses, and dressing up as ghostly figures. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss spiritual encounters and other timely topics to ponder. Join the conversation and get inspired to tap into the unknown, explore possibilities, and protect your energy.
The One-Way Ticket Plan with Alexa West
Are you in need of some travel inspiration? Is it time to broaden your cultural perspectives? In this episode, James welcomes Alexa West to discuss her life and new book, The One-Way Ticket Plan: Find and Fund Your Purpose While Traveling the World.
Alexa is the founder and CEO of The Solo Girl’s Travel Guide and is a bestselling travel author and hotel reviewer. She has been featured by Forbes, USA Today, and the Find Your Passion Career podcast.
Alexa splits her time between Seattle, Mexico, and Southeast Asia, where she spends her days doing what she loves most: writing, exploring, and playing pickleball. No matter where she goes, Alexa is on a mission to change the way women travel the world: with less fear and more fun.
Loosen Up
Do you ever feel uptight, cranky, or out of alignment? Maybe it's time to identify the blocks, loosen up, and get back into alignment with the flow of universal energy. In this episode, James and Samantha share personal stories and helpful tips on listening to your body. Join the conversation and get inspired to rekindle the relationship with your physical being.
In Memory of Jenean Chapman
After tragically losing a friend, James reflects on the positive impact Jenean had on his life throughout the years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Chapman family and all those who are grieving her loss.
Please show your support: Jenean Chapman's Celebration of Life & Legal Fund
Persistence
Three Minutes a Day with Richard Dixey, PhD
Do you struggle to find a meditative practice that fits your calendar-filled life? In this episode, James welcomes Richard Dixey, PhD, to discuss his new book, Three Minutes a Day: A Fourteen Week Course to Learn Meditation and Transform Your Life. Richard is a senior faculty member at Dharma College in Berkeley, California. A research scientist and a lifelong student of Buddhism who holds advanced degrees in biophysics and the history and philosophy of science, Dixey directed a bioelectronic research unit at a London hospital before becoming CEO of his own biotech company. He moved to the US in 2007 to devote himself to teaching meditation, deepening his own practice, and running the Light of Buddhadharma Foundation in India with his wife Wangmo, the eldest daughter of the well-known Tibetan lama Tarthang Tulku. For more information, visit him online at http://www.richarddixey.com.
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Soul Searching with Bill Philipps
Are you feeling a disconnect from purpose or inner fulfillment? In this episode, James welcomes acclaimed psychic medium Bill Philipps to discuss his new book, Soul Searching, Tune In to Spirit, and Awaken Your Inner Wisdom. Listen in and gain valuable knowledge, insights, and perspective on why and how to connect with your higher self.
Bill Philipps is also the author of Expect the Unexpected and Signs from the Other Side. His life’s mission is to help people deal with the grief of losing loved ones by bringing through validations, evidential information, and beautiful messages from Spirit, which heal and bring a sense of peace. He conducts individual and small- and large-group readings and has appeared on high-profile television programs like Dr. Phil and Access Hollywood. He lives in Salem, OR. Visit him online at http://www.billphilipps.com.
The Best Medicine
When was the last time you had a good laugh? Sometimes, all it takes is being silly, finding the humor in life’s circumstances, or directing our consciousness to the things that make us smile. Listen and get inspired to have fun, laugh till your sides hurt, or have a good chuckle at some of the memories that have made your life memorable – and humorous.
Unpredictability
Although many of us do our best to plan our day, week, or even life, the unpredictability of the material world can catch us all by surprise, and most often, this causes us suffering. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss how difficult it can be to connect with the true self in times of uncertainty, tips to find peace through spiritual health, and knowing when to reach out for help.
A Time to Heal
Are you healing from a current physical or emotional trauma? In this episode, Samantha welcomes the return of James to the podcast to discuss some of the challenges he’s facing on the road to recovery from a back injury. Listen in and gain insight into the healing process and how we can all be more available and empathetic to those who need help finding the light during dark times.
Are You There?
The Coaches Way with Eric Maisel, PhD
Eric Maisel, PhD, is the author of more than fifty books in the areas of critical psychology, writing, and creative life. A retired family therapist, he is now an active master coach who blogs for Psychology Today, The Good Men Project, Thrive Global, and Fine Art America. His “Rethinking Mental Health” blog for Psychology Today has over 3 million views, and he is the creator of and lead editor for the Ethics International Press Critical Psychology and Critical Psychiatry series. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Face Your Fear
Whether brought on by traumatic life experiences or the unknown, fear is a part of life that most of us must overcome at various times. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss some of their past and current fears and the impact not addressing them is having on their lives. Listen in and gain insight into overcoming the fears in life that are holding you back.
The Inward Outlook with Dr. Laura Basha
Do you find time to listen to your inner wisdom, or does the material world drive choices, actions, and behaviors? In this episode, James welcomes Dr. Laura Basha to discuss her new book, The Inward Outlook: Conscious Choice as a Daily Practice. Listen in and get inspired to bring peace of mind, quiet confidence, brilliance, and ease to any life circumstance.
Laura Basha, PhD, is a published author, professional artist, compelling and empowering speaker, and certified trainer. She holds a BA in Fine Arts, an MA in counseling psychology, and a combined doctorate in clinical and organizational psychology. Through the years, the focus of her work has always been personal and organizational transformation and leadership development, and she has been an international consultant, educator, and personal coach for thousands of clients since 1978. Mother of two, stepmother to three, and “Nona” to nine, Dr. Basha resides in Northern California with her husband and beloved Tibetan terrier.
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Quietude
When do you find moments of quiet? How do you create space to connect with yourself? In this episode, James and Samantha share personal stories and tips on creating space, time, and distraction-free moments to connect with your true self. Listen, learn, and reflect on your moments of serenity and how to integrate them into your life to create inner peace.
Pressure
When was the last time you felt pressure? Where did it come from? Why did you feel it? How did it affect you? In this episode, James and Samantha discuss the many pressures we feel, driven by society, our surroundings, or ourselves. Join the conversation and learn to become aware of the pressures you face, how to find peace, and embrace the moments along life’s journey.
Give It Your All
Do you go through the motions or give it your all? In this episode, Samantha and James discuss why putting your best foot forward in everything you do is essential, even if the immediate rewards may not be felt from your efforts. Listen and learn helpful tips on directing your consciousness for completing tasks, when to take time for rest, and inspiration to take on your next challenge.
Radikal Self Love with Kelsey Aida
Kelsey is a bestselling author and transformation facilitator who helps women manifest their dream lives and love themselves deeply throughout the process. She’s the author of more than five personal development books, including… #ActuallyICan, Affirmations for Happiness, Letters to the Universe, My Pocket Guide to Manifestation, and Self-Love for the Modern Woman.
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Illumination
When was the last time you became aware of a truth that shifted your perspective through a soulful illumination? In this episode, James and Samantha discuss personal experiences with these experiences, what they feel like, and why staying open helps us receive powerful messages.
101 Episodes
Join the conversation as James and Samantha reflect on the genesis of the podcast, memorable moments, and life lessons learned over the past two years of recording. Thank you to all of our listeners!
Write to Know You with Jeremy Gilbertson
Practicing self-awareness or committing to a personal growth journey can feel like overwhelming tasks when they can be fun, engaging, and creative experiences. In this episode, James welcomes Jeremy Gilbertson to the show to discuss his life story, personal growth, and his program, Write to Know You, which offers a unique spin on looking inward.
Jeremy Gilbertson is Media and Tech Entrepreneur, Futurist, and Writer. While Jeremy’s twenty + year career spans multiple disciplines, it is deeply rooted in a well-honed creative process and driven by a powerful sense of curiosity. He has been featured in Variety, and Forbes and has worked with some of the world’s largest brands and most inspiring creators. Some of Jeremy’s recent projects include: Netflix Original Series - The Liberator (Executive Music Producer), Orangetheory Fitness (“Greenlights” Anthem with DJ-duo Krewella, Virtual Studio Music Strategy, OTGo Mobile Fitness Experience), Edible (Music Strategy, Leslie Odom, Jr. partnership) https://www.jeremygilbertson.com/
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Say It Out Loud with Vasavi Kumar
In this episode, James welcomes Vasavi Kumar to discuss her new book: Say It Out Loud: Using the Power of Your Voice to Listen to Your Deepest Thoughts and Courageously Pursue Your Dreams. Listen in for valuable tips and advice on the power of self-talk to transform our lives.
Vasavi Kumar is a life coach and licensed therapist. She is a first-generation Indian American that grew up on Long Island and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 20. Through the adversities, she learned to become extremely self-aware and take action to create the life she wanted for herself, and now helps others use the power of their voice to create positive change.
The Big Picture
Do you ever find yourself sweating the small stuff? Of course, navigating the minutia of human life can feel stressful sometimes, but we can't lose sight of the big picture. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss a recent moment of inspiration with nature and how staying open to the expansiveness of the human experience can guide us to a higher purpose and meaning. ptnl.com
The Stress Response
Do you find modern life stressful? We all have different stresses in life, triggers that cause us to lose our temper and ultimately wreak havoc on our well-being. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss personal experiences with navigating those times that test our limits, tips to reduce stress, and how we can all find more joy by not giving in to all the threats we imagine.
Digital Detox
Much of the human population navigates life with a phone in their hand, working, capturing content, or scrolling through social media. In this episode, Samantha and James discuss how essential it is to step away from our phones, what the experience feels like, and helpful tips to help release ourselves from technologies magnetic grip and reconnect with what matters most in life.
Relationship Fractures
Conflict is a part of life, but when we don’t work to find a resolution in constructive ways, fractures can continue to build and create divides between the people in our lives. In the episode, James and Samanta reflect on the impact of big and small disagreements on relationships, share some personal experiences and provide helpful tips to resolve conflict through mutual understanding.
Compassionate Accountability with Marc Lesser
Ready for a groundbreaking approach to professional communication and success? In this episode, James welcomes to discuss Marc Lesser, author of the new book, Finding Clarity: How Compassionate Accountability Builds Vibrant Relationships, Thriving Workplaces, and Meaningful Lives. Listen in and learn valuable strategies for holding yourself and others accountable.
Marc Lesser is a speaker, facilitator, workshop leader, and executive coach. He is the author of four books, including Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader: Lessons from Google and a Zen Monastery Kitchen, and CEO of ZBA Associates, an executive development and leadership consulting company. Lesser helped develop the world-renowned Search Inside Yourself (SIY) program within Google and was director of Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, the oldest Zen monastery in the Western world. He lives in Marin County, California, and leads Mill Valley Zen, a weekly meditation group. More information at www.MarcLesser.net
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Renewal
As the seasons change, so do we. The more conscious we are of these changes, the better equipped we become to thrive during natural cycles of evolution. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss the changes we face transitioning from winter hibernation to spring blossom. Join the conversation and get inspired to renew your life from the inside out. ptnl.com leavethefeed.com
Another Year Wiser
Getting older is a natural part of life and one to appreciate. After recently celebrating his 43rd birthday, Samantha asks James thoughtful questions about what it's like to be middle-aged. Please join the conversation to gain perspective on growing older, embracing reality, and taking an active role in your evolution – because we can all make positive changes at any age.
Gen Z and Technology with Dr. Christopher Westgate
Meditation Techniques with Peter Russell
Do you find space in the day to engage in meditation, or are you still exploring how the practice integrates into your lifestyle? No matter the answer, this episode is for you! Listen in as James Petrossi welcomes featured guest Peter Russell to discuss his meditation journey and lessons learned from more than fifty years of practice and instruction. This conversation will illuminate the mind with wisdom, insight, and helpful tips to maximize your meditative experiences.
Peter Russell is a leading thinker on consciousness and contemporary spirituality. He coined the term "global brain" with his 1980's bestseller of the same name, in which he predicted the Internet and the impact it would have on humanity. He is the author of twelve other books, including Waking Up in Time, From Science to God, and his most recent Letting Go of Nothing: Relax Your Mind and Discover the Wonder of Your True Nature
He studied theoretical physics, experimental psychology, and computer science at the University of Cambridge and meditation and Eastern Philosophy in India. And in the 1980s pioneered the introduction of personal growth programs to corporations.
His mission is to distill the essential wisdom on human consciousness found in the world’s various spiritual traditions and to disseminate their teachings on self-liberation in contemporary and compelling ways.
Constructive or Destructive
Sometimes we forget that everything is energy, and how we express our energy through thoughts, actions, and behavior is directly related to our well-being. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss how destructive energy can tear us down and how constructive energy creates a path forward. Join the conversation for practical advice on intention setting and creating new realities.
Want to Play?
When was the last time you engaged in play? How did it make you feel? Far too often, the mounting responsibilities that come with adulthood distance us from the inner child that exists within us all. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss the nature of play, its role in our lives, and suggestions for incorporating more playfulness into our everyday lives.
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Dream Team
As humans, we are better together. However, fostering team dynamics where both the individual and collective can flourish is challenging. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss the essential components for connecting teams. Listen in and learn helpful tips for improving team dynamics at work, home, or wherever you need to collaborate with others along life's journey.
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What Fills Our Hearts with Dana Xavier Dojnik
So many of us want to feel fulfilled, but identifying and going after what our heart yearns for can be challenging. In this episode, James Welcomes featured guest Dana Xavier Dojnik to discuss embracing the evolution of your talents, community building, and helpful tips to live life with a full heart.
Switching on light bulbs, connecting the dots, and facilitating those "aha moments" that open up new possibilities is what Dana does best. As a purpose-driven, entrepreneurial, authentic leader, she is passionate about personal connection and serving others.
With over 20 years of experience in corporate, consulting, nonprofit, and community development, Dana touts a track record of driving innovative digital transformations for clients, including REI, IHG, AT&T, Liz Claiborne, IBM/Weather Channel, Porsche, Ford, Change.org, and the UPS Foundation. Her insatiable curiosity moves people and projects beyond the obvious. She has made a career of challenging and advising brands on moving their communities and culture forward through enduring experiences. Currently, she is leading brands to transform for web3 and the oncoming multiverse era.
She believes collaboration is key for creating inclusive, enriching communities and enhancing culture online and in person. Her latest success was building a regenerative & sustainable ecosystem at CreateATL - a community and impact accelerator space in SW Atlanta where tech and hope flourish together.
In addition to her work with clients, she is a member of the Invest Atlanta Creative Industries Fund Advisory Board and a founding member of Women in XR Atlanta. She is also a sought-after speaker at conferences such as SXSW, PRSA, Social Fresh, and WIT.
Got Enthusiasm?
Does it ever feel like humanity is in an emotional rut? Our time on Earth is fleeting, and it's time to make the most of it! To do that, we need to search in our hearts, dig deep and find the enthusiasm to propel us forward with passion, purpose, and excitement. Listen in as James and Samantha discuss the role enthusiasm plays in their life, tips to unleash it, and how to share it with others in everyday life.
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A True Self Journey with Robert Petrossi
In this episode, James welcomes Robert Petrossi, his father and the inspiration behind Know Your True Self, to the show. Listen in as they discuss Roberts's life's work, surviving cancer, and how they have collaborated over the years. This father-son episode is full of insights and essential knowledge.
Robert Petrossi founded Sales Research Institute in the early 1990s. He created the Science of Selling®, The Science of Living®, and many other marketing and sales consulting services. Before retiring, Robert had personally trained tens of thousands of business professionals throughout Europe, Asia, and North America.
He is a two-time cancer survivor and has been on a relentless quest for personal growth and development throughout his life.
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Learning to Learn
Are you in the process of learning something new? Knowledge is essential not only for survival but also for developing talents and realizing our potential. However, with the proliferation of information, it's more challenging to digest knowledge and put it into long-term practice. In this episode, James and Samantha discuss the learning process, what to expect, and helpful advice to guide your journey.
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Stick With It
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