Man in the Making
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Man in the Making episodes

  • An Antidote To Dissatisfaction

    In this episode we cover: The importance of gratitude; Learning gratitude from other people's experiences; Everything is relative; How gratitude is a voluntary act of courage; value hierarchy of pain; how much gratitude can change a person; and more!

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    40 min
  • Wanting To Be Remembered After Death

    In this episode we discuss: Wanting to be remembered after death; monks not wanting to leave any karma behind; clinging to life; consequences of exploring with psychedelics; signs of spiritual progress; incorporating your shadow into everyday life; the purpose of memory; and more!

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    42 min
  • Update on Rajan's Life and Stock Talk

    This is a more laid back episode where talk about: Raj's move to San Clemente; Leaving his Jiu-jitsu gym; TRCH and ARK Invest; Difference between stock price and market cap; Stock splits; Different stock markets; Cruise stocks; and more!

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    1 hr 13 min
  • The Theory of Consciousness - with Arthur Driessen

    This is Part 2 of our conversation with Arthur Driessen, in this episode we cover: What it means to be conscious; How emotions tie into consciousness; Difference between intelligence and consciousness; Artificial consciousness; Morality; Relative perspective of right and wrong; and more!

    For more about Arthur visit:

    Website: https://voyagewithoutcarbon.com/

    Youtube: Voyage Without Carbon

    Instagram/twitter: @arthurdriessen

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    1 hr 24 min
  • Stock Talk: Cryptocurrency Uses and Tesla Self-driving - with Arthur Driessen

    This is part 1 of our conversation with Arthur Driessen, in this episode we cover: Cryptocurrency uses; Third Generation Cryptocurrencies; Metamaterials; Tesla self-driving and artificial intelligence; and more!

    For more about Arthur visit:

    Website: https://voyagewithoutcarbon.com/

    Youtube: Voyage Without Carbon

    Instagram/twitter: @arthurdriessen

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    46 min
  • The Origins of Religion - with Fidel Maza

    This is part 2 of our conversation with Fidel Maza. In this episode we cover: The origins of religion; If a guru is needed; Lemurian scrolls; Evolution of consciousness; Critical thinking; and more! 

    For more about Fidel see:

    Instagram/Twitter: @FidelMaza

    Facebook: Fidel Maza

    Email: [email protected]

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    1 hr 9 min
  • The Dilemma of Orthodox vs Unorthodox Views - with Fidel Maza

    This is part 1 of our discussion with Fidel, the following topics are covered in this episode: Fidel gives us an update on his endeavours; Covid restrictions and vaccines; Reasons to prioritise self-mastery; Hiduism and Buddhism; and more!

    For more about Fidel Maza see:

    Instagram/Twitter: @FidelMaza

    Facebook: Fidel Maza

    Email: [email protected]

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    1 hr 2 min
  • Improving Mental Focus and Time Management

    In this episode we answer 2 questions from a listener relating to: clearing out the noise so you can focus, and how to more effectively manage your time.

    ZenMind Academy Mountain Meditation Zen Retreat: https://tri.ps/KQBEJ

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    35 min
  • The Significance of Emotional Intelligence - 5 Person Roundtable

    We are joined by Nila Veylan, Jessica Cramer, and Marcus Scoglio in our discussion on: Emotional intelligence; Fear and rejection; Detachment and responsibility; Empathy; Tension, stress and trauma release; and more!

    ZenMind Academy Mountain Meditation Zen Retreat: https://tri.ps/KQBEJ

    Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1

    Website: https://rajanshankara.com/

    Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.academy/

    Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

    1 hr 30 min
  • Awareness and the Detriments of Empathy

    In this episode we answer 2 questions from listeners, then continue with a discussion on awareness. The following topics are covered: Can being too nice become a detriment to your personal well-being; Energy Management; Why people want to improve their social standing; What part of us is awareness; Manipulating awareness; Difference between detachment and suppression;  and more!

    1 hr 4 min

About Man in the Making

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Former monk Rajan Shankara and his student Rokas engage in deep philosophical discussions aimed to help people better manage depression, confusion and finding meaning and purpose.