Thom Knoles discusses the mechanics of Self-reliance, how it is embedded inside ourselves, how true Self-sufficiency is not about isolation but about being one of the few who lead the many, and how to take responsibility for our own experience instead of waiting for others to behave better. To live fully, we take possession of what we actually are – and what we are is the Universe living inside a human body.

Episode Highlights: 

[00:48] The Few Lead the Many

[02:21] Self-sufficiency Is...

[08:56] You Deserve the Best

[12:42] Love is an Experience of Self-Sufficiency

[16:06] There is No ‘Other’

[18:38] The Hallmark of Greater Sophistication

[21:44] Enlightenment - Coexisting With the Unbounded

[26:11] The Fundamental Truth

[28:54] Totality is Not Capable of Suffering

[25:49] Enlightenment Denial

[33:30] Choo Choo Gone

[36:11] Sophistication - Simple, Elegant Complexity

[40:25] The New Contagion

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Registration is now open for Thom’s only rounding retreat for 2026, in Sedona from May 21-25.

This is your one and only opportunity this year for deep rest, stress release and consciousness expansion through industrial-strength meditation, along with twice-daily knowledge sessions with Thom.

You’ll enjoy delicious retreat-friendly meals and the beauty and healing powers of the Red Rocks of Sedona. 

Register before February 28th and you’ll save $500 on your retreat fee. 

You can find out more at thomknoles.com/sedona.