Welcome back to "21 Virtues - The Path Of The Spiritual Warrior." In today's episode, titled "Mantra," our host Jock Brocas is joined by a special guest, Joel Arcieri. Together, they dive into powerful and transformative stories, discussing the challenges of dealing with frustration, rebuilding after being wronged, and finding resilience in uncertain environments. From the speaker's personal journey battling arrogance and control, to navigating the complexities of corporate culture, this episode offers insights and strategies for living a compelling and purpose-driven life. Join us as we explore the power of ancient warrior wisdom, personal transformation, and the importance of connecting with ourselves and the world around us. Get ready to unleash your internal power and make impactful life changes. Let's dive in!

I was not going to release this episode because I did not think it was good enough. However, even though I fell into the perfection trap, I realized there was still some wisdom to be had, no matter how small.

Today's episode is all about understanding, diving deep into what it truly means to comprehend and connect with the world around us. I will take us on a journey, exploring understanding from different perspectives - educational, spiritual, and leadership.

Through thought-provoking examples and personal experiences, Let's shed light on the power of compassion and forgiveness in our understanding of others. Join us as we unravel the layers of understanding and learn how it can truly transform our lives. Get ready to ignite your inner greatness with 21 Virtues.

Stay tuned for a fascinating conversation on "Understanding The Power Of Understanding."

"On this episode of 21 Virtues - The Path Of The Spiritual Warrior, host Jock Brocas introduces his guest, Reverend Lee Hite, who joins the podcast to discuss addiction. As the episode unfolds, Lee shares his personal journey, highlighting how he overcame a sex and love addiction and underwent a spiritual transformation, ultimately becoming a reverend. Jock and Lee delve deep into the topic, questioning why someone would develop an addiction despite coming from a loving family. They explore the impact of childhood experiences, including divorce and feelings of inadequacy, on addictive behaviors. Throughout the episode, Lee emphasizes the power of spiritual and warrior mindsets in overcoming adversity and transforming lives. Jock encourages the audience to engage with the podcast, ask questions, and reach out to Lee for further discussion. They also mention an upcoming guest, Lisa Miller, a scientist and New York Times bestselling author, who will be featured on a future episode. Tune in to 21 Virtues - The Path Of The Spiritual Warrior and connect with Lee Hite to ignite your own warrior spirit and potentially change your life."

In this week's gripping episode of "The 21 Virtues Podcast," our insightful host, Jock, delves into a topic not frequently discussed in our fast-paced world: the potential dangers of meditation and mindfulness. We're often flooded with the myriad benefits these practices can bring - from reduced stress levels to improved concentration. But can there be a flip side to this coin? Jock urges us to explore this less-traveled path.

Striking a balance between scientific research, personal experience, and poignant storytelling, Jock peels back the veil on a truth we often overlook: Meditation is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It’s a deeply personal journey, and not everyone is psychologically prepared for the introspective realities that can surface during deep states of awareness.

He navigates the complexities of potential pitfalls, drawing upon examples where individuals may have encountered unexpected emotional turbulence or disconcerting experiences during their journey within. Jock highlights how mindfulness, while generally a beneficial practice, could become overwhelming when it reveals aspects of our psyche we might not be ready to confront.

In this thought-provoking episode, Jock also equips us with strategies to ensure we approach these powerful practices safely, maintaining the right balance between self-discovery and emotional well-being. He shares tips on how to identify if you are ready to meditate, and guides us on how to seek professional help when necessary.

Join us in this enlightening episode as we take a deep dive into the oft-ignored aspects of mindfulness and meditation. It's a crucial conversation for anyone embarking on or already engaged in this spiritual journey. Remember, it's not just about attaining tranquility, but ensuring the path to it is equally tranquil.

Tune in, stay mindful, and keep exploring the virtues of life with Jock, here on "The 21 Virtues Podcast".

Tara has gone through her fair share of trials and tribulations in her life. However, her warrior spirit has kept her fighting and overcoming all of her trauma. She exemplifies what it takes to be a female warrior and to harness the goddess power within all women.

Bouncing Back Stronger: Unleashing Resilience with Jock Brocas and Christopher Rausch

Welcome to a powerful and transformative episode that you won't want to miss! Today, Jock Brocas, the dynamic host of "21 Virtues," is joined by the awe-inspiring Christopher Rausch, a renowned resilience expert and motivational speaker. Together, they'll be diving deep into the world of resilience, exploring how to overcome adversity, strengthen mental fortitude, and bounce back stronger from life's challenges.

Connect With Chris @ noexcusescoach.com

Get ready to be inspired as Jock and Christopher share their personal journeys, proven strategies, and powerful insights on how to unlock your inner resilience. This episode is full of practical advice and inspiring stories to motivate you and help you overcome any challenge that comes your way. So, buckle up and prepare to transform your mindset, as you learn how to master the art of resiliency with Jock Brocas and Christopher Rausch!

Welcome to episode 7 of 21 Virtues. Today we meet our Relationship Warriors, Walt and Steph McKinley, and we delve into the power of loving relationships and how to overcome pain and trauma. In today's episode, which is fun, emotional, enlightening and raw, we'll talk about how our experiences can affect our relationships and how you can use them to help you heal.

Relationships can be incredibly rewarding, but they can also be challenging. Whether someone has hurt you in the past or is currently having problems in your relationship, it's important to remember that growth and healing are possible. Our guests, Walt and Steph McKinley, are an experienced couple who have gone through trial, tribulation and transformed their lives and relationships. They can help you create fulfilling and loving relationships with warrior wisdom.

Together, we'll discuss how to identify and heal from past traumas, the importance of effective communication, and how to cultivate a strong sense of intimacy and connection with your partner.

Join us as we explore the power of loving relationships and the tools and strategies that can help you create a lasting, fulfilling partnership with your significant other. Let's get started!

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the 21 Virtues podcast! In this episode, we explore the fascinating concept of motivation and its fleeting nature. Join me as I dissect why motivation is temporary and learn how to harness this powerful force effectively.

Key discussion points:

1. Unraveling the Mystery: What is motivation?

• Get to the core of what motivation means and the factors that influence it in our daily lives.

1. The Transient Nature of Motivation

• Discover why motivation is a fleeting emotion, and how this temporary drive can impact our goals and aspirations.

1. Awareness and Inspiration

• Understand the differences between awareness and inspiration and how both can be permanent transformation.

1. The Role of Habits and Discipline

• Learn how habits and discipline can serve as the foundation for long-lasting change, transcending the limitations of temporary motivation.

Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that will not only help you understand the impermanent nature of motivation, but also give you strategies to make the most of it.

Tune in now and start transforming your life today!

Listen to the episode here: https://pod.co/21-virtues/21v-motivation

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Spiritual Practice

Many of us seek a deeper connection with the divine, but often struggle to find the path that works best for us. In fact, most of us think if we practice something, it is a skill - even if it is a prayer or something like forgiveness. In this episode, we'll explore what it means to practice and practices that can help us cultivate a more meaningful connection with the universe and tap into our own divine nature.

What does it really mean to practice something? Ask yourself, is your practice to get better or to become one? In this episode, you will go on a spiritual journey to learn the power of practice. Based on a parable that was written by the host - Jock Brocas. You will learn the spiritual virtue of becoming one with yourself, your practice and your being. This is your spiritual practice as a warrior.

Cliff was a drug addict and he nearly never made it. Listen to his inspiring story about his rise from the brink of death and how he found his warrior spirit through music.

The music to 21virtues was composed by Elevate Music Productions.