Intro
00:00:00Our thoughts have the ability to impact our physical health. Psychological and emotional stress is a major factor in healthcare visits. Many people become addicted to negative situations as a way to feel something, even though it worsens their brain function. Changing our thoughts can lead to significant improvements in just seven days.
Is our life programmed?
00:01:52"Who We Are" explores the idea that by the age of 35, most of our behaviors and emotions are programmed habits. These habits are acquired through repetition and become subconscious. To change ourselves and achieve new goals, we need to consciously observe our thoughts, actions, and feelings. By becoming aware of our unconscious programming, we can break free from limiting patterns.
Can we change our behaviour patterns and heal our bodies?
00:07:03There is a belief that certain behavior patterns cannot be changed, especially those formed due to trauma at an early age. However, research shows that people with difficult pasts and repeated traumas can completely transform their lives. When individuals understand the process of change and commit to it, they experience biological changes in their brain, heart rate, gene expression, and metabolism. Numerous cases have demonstrated remarkable transformations in health conditions such as cancer remission or regrowth of organs.
Sharing the science with people to transform themselves
00:13:55The Power of Science and Transformation By sharing scientific information, we can inspire people to transform themselves. It is important to base the information on science and provide opportunities for people to experience it firsthand. Understanding oneself through various scientific models allows for self-empowerment.
From Information to Experience: Changing Biology 'Learning' involves forging new synaptic connections in the brain by exposing it to new information. Repetition and teaching others solidify this knowledge in our brains, allowing us to embody it as truth. By aligning our actions with our intentions, we can create new experiences that enrich our neural circuitry and chemically instruct the body.
Why can't we apply that knowledge to ourselves?
00:22:40The Power of Experience Despite receiving great advice from experts in various fields, many people struggle to apply that knowledge to their own lives. It often takes a crisis or moment of reckoning for individuals to truly see themselves and begin the process of change.
Beliefs and Behavior Change "Belief" is a key factor that holds people back from making lasting changes. Beliefs are thoughts that have been repeated until they become hardwired in the brain. Many beliefs are based on past experiences, but it's important to shift our focus towards believing more in our future rather than dwelling on limitations imposed by past events.
Being the creator of our lives
00:30:36Taking personal responsibility for our lives can be uncomfortable and controversial. It means accepting that we are the creators of our own reality, including both the good and bad experiences. By being intentional in how we think, act, and feel, we have the power to create a new personal reality. This requires becoming conscious of our thoughts and actions, changing old patterns, and installing new beliefs through repetition.
Why are we addicted to things?
00:33:20Understanding Addiction Addiction can manifest in various ways, such as overeating or being messy. It may not be the substance itself that we are addicted to, but rather the emotional state associated with it. Mental rehearsal is a powerful tool that can help change our behavior by priming our brain for new actions.
Reprogramming Our Minds 'Mental rehearsal' involves imagining and rehearsing desired behaviors in order to create new neural circuits in the brain. This technique has been used by musicians, athletes, and actors to improve their skills without physical practice alone. By mentally rehearsing positive changes repeatedly, we can condition ourselves emotionally and physically towards those changes.
Biological changes
00:39:20Through a week-long immersive experience, we observe significant biological changes in individuals. Functional brain scans show dramatic improvements in brain function and coherence. Participants learn to regulate their heart rate and age more slowly. Blood tests reveal new chemicals present after the event, suggesting a shift in biology without any external interventions. Gene expression and microbiome also undergo notable transformations.
How can we be better at helping our loved ones?
00:42:41Being a fixer in friendship groups can be both a gift and a curse. When we see our loved ones experiencing recurring patterns of behavior that cause unhappiness or hinder their goals, frustration may arise. However, true change comes from within and cannot be forced upon someone else. Instead of offering unsolicited advice or trying to fix them, the best thing we can do is show them what change looks like through our own actions. New information cannot enter someone's mind if it does not align with their emotional state at the time. It takes personal insight and epiphany for real transformation to occur.
Analyzing oneself or one's life within an emotion only perpetuates negative thinking patterns and keeps us stuck in the past. To help others who are struggling with their emotions, it is important to guide them towards changing their state rather than lecturing or providing answers directly. Engaging in activities together that break free from negative emotions can create space for new insights to emerge.
Is the world getting better or worse?
00:47:37The State of the World When looking at the state of the world and our collective decisions, there is concern about whether things are getting better or worse. The abundance of information raises questions about its accuracy and motives behind it. There is a need for intervention as a species to bring about change.
Symptoms of Cultural Disease 'Lack of connection' is identified as one symptom, where people are not fully engaged in connecting, cooperating, and creating together. Keeping people in survival mode, fear, anger, pain,and confusion allows control over their attention and emotions.
Collective Consciousness A new consciousness requires collective effort rather than relying on one person alone. When enough coherent hearts and brains come together with an elevated state of being,the potential for positive change increases.
Optimism Despite concerns,I am optimistic because I believe that humans have inherent goodness.When individuals are happy with themselvesand love life,it naturally leads them to give back regardless o ftheir background.
Stress: if your thoughts can make you sick, can they make you well?
00:51:02The Impact of Stress on Health Living in stress is living in survival mode, where the brain and body are knocked out of balance. The stress response is the body's way of returning to balance, but if it remains activated for too long, it can lead to disease. Emotional states derived from stress hormones include anger, hostility, fear, anxiety, depression and more. Psychological and emotional stress are major contributors to health issues.
Changing Emotional States for Better Health 'Survival' emotions like anger or resentment become addictive due to the rush of adrenal hormones they produce. People often use their problems as a means to reaffirm these negative emotions even though they don't enjoy them. Thoughts alone have the power to activate the stress response system and potentially cause illness or wellness depending on their nature. Teaching people how to manage their emotional state through self-regulation can be transformative by breaking addiction patterns associated with certain emotions.
Why are we addicted to negative emotions?
00:57:37"Being addicted to negative emotions" is a concept that may be unfamiliar, as people often associate addiction with pleasure and dopamine. However, when we experience negative emotions, we tend to rely on external factors like masturbation or shopping to make those feelings go away. By understanding why we engage in these behaviors and learning new information about emotional regulation, it becomes possible to change our emotional state.
Does manifesting work?
00:59:20The Power of Intention and Emotion Changing beliefs requires a firm intention with strong emotional energy. When we make a decision to change, our body responds to our mind. The stronger the emotion, the more memorable the choice becomes. Changing beliefs means being greater than our body, environment, and time.
"Proving It" to Yourself Believing in manifestation is not enough; we must prove it works for ourselves. This involves stepping out of passive belief into active participation by consistently practicing meditation or other techniques that help us change from old selves to new selves.
What causes a relapse and how to revert it?
01:05:45Causes of Relapse Relapses occur when something triggers old patterns and behaviors, often subconsciously. Emotions play a significant role in relapse as the body lives in the past and reacts based on past experiences. For example, a traumatic experience in France can lead to unconscious behavior changes like eating junk food later in life.
Reverting Relapse 'To change is to be greater than your environment.' The neocortex reflects everything we have learned and experienced so far, creating neurological networks associated with people, places, objects, and emotions. By consciously rehearsing new thoughts, actions,and feelings repeatedly before encountering triggering situations or environments from our pasts , we can maintain a modified state of mind that prevents us from slipping back into old habits unconsciously.
How do we put all of this into practice?
01:11:48To put the concepts into practice, it is important to understand that the subconscious mind opens up during certain brain wave states in the morning and evening. Meditation helps get beyond the analytical mind and access the subconscious. Instead of reaching for your phone first thing in the morning, try sitting in silence and asking yourself how you can express your greatest self that day. Focus on thoughts, behaviors, emotions, and actions you want to change or improve upon.
The key is repetition - practicing these changes every day until they become automatic. When synchronicities start happening as a result of this practice, it becomes exciting rather than a chore. It's about creating outcomes in life instead of just going through motions unconsciously. Changing habits may be challenging at first but with time and effort it becomes enjoyable because of its positive effects on well-being.
What's your morning routine?
01:20:17"I wake up around 4:30 am because it's a time when no one can bother me. I spend some time organizing my thoughts and setting intentions for the day. Then, I allow myself two hours to change my state before starting work."
Meditation
01:22:05Meditation allows us to find the present moment and disconnect from our thoughts and physical body. By focusing on nothing, we can experience amazing changes in our brain. When under stress, our brain becomes compartmentalized and over-focused on external factors. However, by practicing meditation and broadening our focus to include space and nothingness, we can synchronize different areas of the brain into a more holistic state. This coherence leads to clearer intentions and positive changes in anxiety or depression.
What do you struggle with?
01:25:50Struggles and Creative Challenges The speaker discusses the various aspects of their company, including events, products, consulting services, corporate trainers, a vitamin company called biocentropy. They express their struggle with finding time for creativity amidst numerous obligations and decision-making. The speaker wishes to study research more deeply and create unique courses.
'Mission-Driven' Dedication "I won't give up doing live events," says the speaker who believes in the special experience that happens in community settings. They acknowledge that leading a mission comes at personal cost but emphasize having an amazing team as crucial support. Being an example of what they teach is important to them as it humbles them when witnessing transformations and miracles.
The accident that changed my life
01:33:31Overcoming a Life-Changing Accident In 1986, I was involved in a serious accident that left me with multiple spinal injuries. The recommended treatment was surgery to stabilize my spine using stainless steel rods. However, I decided against it because I didn't want to rely on medication or be limited physically. Instead, I believed that my mind could heal my body and embarked on a journey of self-healing.
"The Worst Thing" Becomes the Best Thing Facing this crisis made me realize that we often focus on the worst-case scenario instead of considering positive outcomes due to stress hormones and survival instincts. It took great effort for me to shift my mindset from anticipating the worst towards believing in healing myself through mental power alone.
Your companies & research
01:36:06Joe discusses how technology has become omnipresent in his life and the challenges of managing his relationship with it. He never planned on getting involved in corporate work, but CEOs and presidents urged him to create a model for change. Despite the difficulties, Joe believes that incorporating technology into their mission is worth the effort.
If it were your last day, what message would you tell people?
01:39:20It's important for people to believe in themselves and remember that they have a hand in creating their own lives. Possibility is something they should always keep their minds open to, as we are greater and more powerful than we think.
What do you want to achieve in the next 10 years?
01:41:08In the next 10 years, Steve wants to publish papers showcasing the power of people and establish a research center for studying cancer and chronic health conditions. He believes that their data on healing effects can change conversations in healthcare. Additionally, he hopes to popularize meditation as a way of life for better emotional regulation and overall well-being.
Walk For The World: Bringing people together
01:46:19The first ever Global walk will take place on September 23rd, 2012. This initiative aims to bring people together and create a sense of community. Walking meditation is used as a practice to demonstrate peace, love, and change in the world. By coming together and changing our state of mind, we can influence reality.
What are the beliefs you're scared to share?
01:50:51Joe believes that the probability of perceiving the truth in reality is zero. He thinks that humans only perceive less than one percent of reality and are missing out on a lot of data. Joe also believes in the existence of a realm beyond space and time, which he refers to as the 'unknown self'. He suggests that our senses plug us into three-dimensional reality but there are other realities we can tap into.
Do psychedelics help us?
01:52:58Psychedelic drugs allow the brain to transduce energy into profound information, giving a person a perception of reality beyond three-dimensional existence. The nervous system produces its own psychedelics, and recent data shows that mystical experiences triggered by these substances resemble those induced by psilocybin. The pineal gland in the brain acts as a receiver for electromagnetic frequencies and can transduce them into sensory experiences beyond our normal senses.
The last guest's question
01:55:36Improving Education and Healthcare As president, I would prioritize education by rewarding teachers better and creating a more stimulating educational system. Additionally, I would evaluate the healthcare system to ensure it is truly helping people. Unifying different organizations and standing up for principles rather than politics would also be important.
Promoting Peaceful Coexistence I would strive to reduce debt, end wars, and foster peaceful coexistence with other countries. Evaluating the impact of artificial intelligence on humanity's well-being would be crucial as well. Encouraging religious harmony and focusing on regenerative agriculture are additional priorities.