"Parenting is a spiritual path of growth and evolution."

Have you ever noticed how children have a way of teaching us the deepest truths about life without ever saying a word? In their laughter, their play, their curiosity, and even their tantrums, they mirror back to us who we really are.

In this episode of Soul Talk, I share the most important lessons my 2-year-old son has taught me, lessons about love, ego, happiness, and presence. Parenting, I've discovered, isn't just about raising a child. It's a profound spiritual path, one that stretches you, humbles you, and calls you to live with greater integrity and selflessness.

From learning that happiness is our true nature, not something we chase, to remembering the sacredness of ordinary moments, I'll take you through the ways fatherhood has transformed me. You'll hear how children act as mirrors for our unhealed wounds, why they copy everything we do, and how their playfulness and curiosity invite us back to a simpler, freer way of living.

If you've ever felt weighed down by life's seriousness, struggled to stay present with loved ones, or wondered how to break cycles of generational pain, this conversation will open your heart. Because at its core, parenting and life itself aren't about perfection. It's about choosing love, healing what we've carried, and leaving a legacy of wholeness for the next generation.

Real joy isn't in the milestones or the accomplishments. Real joy is in the everyday moments, moments we often overlook until they're gone. And sometimes, it takes the eyes of a child to remind us of that truth.

Timestamps:

• (00:04:23) - Parenting as another world.
• (00:05:39) - Parenting = spiritual path/ego purification.
• (00:08:02) - Selflessness, generational thinking & responsibility.
• (00:11:14) - Child as mirror; fruit of inner work.
• (00:13:23) - "They copy everything" — integrity & who-you-are matters.
• (00:19:16) - Curiosity / non-judgement / in-the-moment emotional release.
• (00:21:10) - Happiness is our nature/stop seeking.
• (00:24:09) - Savor ordinary moments; "he will never be this small again."
• (00:26:48) - Unconditional love / "I'm lovable just the way I am."

Some questions I ask:

• What conditions do I put on my happiness?
• What is parenting really like, beyond what we imagine?
• How does being a parent purify the ego?
• Can a man truly become a man without being responsible for another life?
• How do children reflect the parts of us we haven't healed?
• How much are kids absorbing from everything we do and say?
• Am I appreciating the ordinary moments that will never come again?

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Why parenting is one of the most profound spiritual paths.
• How children mirror our subconscious patterns and unresolved wounds.
• The importance of integrity, why kids learn more from what we do than what we say.
• Lessons on play, presence, and embracing life's ordinary moments.
• How to reconnect with happiness as your natural state of being.
• The power of healing your own consciousness to gift your children freedom from generational pain.

  Get in Touch:

  Email me at [email protected]

  Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

  Resources with Kute Blackson:

  Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

  Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW: https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com

"Don't try to figure it all out first. Say yes, then figure it out afterwards."

What if the dream tugging at your soul isn't random, but a calling waiting for you to give it form? And what if building a business isn't just about profit, but about expressing your gifts, creating freedom, and leaving a legacy far bigger than yourself?

In this episode of Soul Talk, I sit down with visionary entrepreneur, CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, and bestselling author of Scale or Fail, Allison Maslan. Named one of Forbes' Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs to Watch, Alison has built 10 companies across wildly different industries, from homeopathy to scuba diving to software, proving that passion, when paired with vision and strategy, can become anything you choose.

With wisdom and honesty, Alison reveals how to move from idea to manifestation, why most people get stuck in fear or overwhelm, and how to step into the role of visionary instead of being trapped in the weeds of your business. She shares powerful practices, from her "Revenue Brainstormer" process, to reframing money as energy, to the art of holding a vision so bold it feels impossible, and then reverse-engineering it into reality.

This conversation is not just about scaling a business. It's about scaling your life, daring to think bigger, trust your intuition, and create structures that free you to live on purpose.

If you've ever felt a dream inside but didn't know where to start, or if you're ready to take your business (and your confidence) to the next level, this episode will give you the clarity, courage, and practical tools to do it.

Listen in and discover how to break free from small thinking, reimagine what's possible, and claim your seat, not just at the table, but at the head of the table you create.

Timestamps:

• (00:02:54) - From homeopathy to entrepreneurship
• (00:07:15) - Finding your business direction: passion, skillset & market gaps
• (00:17:24) - Why some people succeed and others stall in business
• (00:21:16) - Building confidence and saying yes before you're ready
• (00:26:36) - Knowing when it's time to let go and pivot
• (00:31:10) - Healing money blocks and reframing wealth
• (00:35:21) - Mistakes entrepreneurs make & why vision matters most
• (00:49:04) - Alison's top 3 lessons for her 19-year-old self

Some Questions I Ask:

• How did you transition from being a homeopath to building global businesses?
• Should people follow their passion or follow the money?
• What blocks most people from turning ideas into reality?
• How can entrepreneurs build confidence when they don't know all the answers?
• How do you know when it's time to pivot or let go of a business?
• What's a healthy way to view money and remove money blocks?
• What are the biggest mistakes you see entrepreneurs making today?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How Alison went from a homeopath to building 10 diverse, thriving businesses, and the transferable principles behind her success.
• A step-by-step process to uncover your best business idea by blending passion, skill, and market opportunity.
• Why saying yes before you're ready can unlock doors you didn't even know existed.
• How to reframe money as energy so you can charge what you're worth without guilt or fear.
• The biggest trap entrepreneurs fall into, and the mindset shift that frees you from being stuck "in the weeds."
• The inner game of entrepreneurship: building confidence, embracing risk, and turning breakdowns into breakthroughs.

LINKS

ALLISON MASLAN'S URL: https://pinnacleglobalnetwork.com

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

Resources with Kute Blackson:

Kute's Life changing Path to Abundance & Miracles : https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW : https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com

"You are not here to prove that you are enough. You are here to remember who you are."

In this powerful episode of Soul Talk, I explore the deep roots of scarcity and how it is more than just a mindset—it's a spiritual trance passed down through generations. I explain how scarcity shows up in our lives as survival, guilt, hustle, and unworthiness, keeping us trapped in cycles of lack and struggle.

You're going to learn how to break free from these "scarcity spells" by remembering your true nature as infinite, abundant, and already enough. Through practices of gratitude, generosity, and presencing, you'll master how to shift from living in fear of "not enough" to embodying the frequency of abundance.

This episode is both a reminder and an invitation: you are not here to beg for joy or hustle for love—you are here to remember that you are abundance itself.

Timestamps

• (01:10) – Scarcity as a Spiritual Trance Why scarcity isn't just a mindset—it's a spiritual hypnosis passed down through generations.
• (05:16) – The Programming of Scarcity Childhood messages like "money doesn't grow on trees" and "be realistic" and how they shape our beliefs.
• (07:27) – Scarcity Beyond Money How scarcity is really about separation from source, not just lack of finances.
• (09:40) – Scarcity in the Nervous System Why you can have money, love, or success and still feel broke or unworthy.
• (11:27) – The Four Scarcity Spells Survival, guilt, hustle, and unworthiness—and how they keep us trapped.
• (15:40) – True Abundance Abundance as collapsing the illusion of separation between you and the divine.
• (17:04) – Daily Practice for Abundance Questions to ask yourself each morning and how to embody gratitude.
• (19:07) – The Power of Generosity How giving expands abundance instead of depleting it.
• (20:29) – The Three Levels of Prayer From pleading, to praise, to presencing—and how each shifts your relationship to abundance.
• (23:52) – Remembering Who You Are Why you are not here to hustle for love or beg for joy—you are abundance itself.

Some Questions I Ask:

• What limiting beliefs about money, love, or time did I inherit from my family?
• How have I confused gratitude with tolerating crumbs?
• Do I secretly believe that if I have more, others will have less?
• Am I hustling to prove my worth, or am I remembering that I am already enough?
• What feelings or patterns in my nervous system keep me tied to scarcity?

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why scarcity is more than a mindset—it's a spiritual trance and generational conditioning.
• The four scarcity spells that keep people trapped: survival, guilt, hustle, and unworthiness.
• How true abundance comes from reconnecting with your infinite nature, not external possessions.
• Practical tools to shift out of scarcity, including gratitude practices, generosity, and presencing prayer.

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

• Resources with Kute Blackson:
• Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

• Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW: https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com

"Your life is a printout of your subconscious programming."

What if the limits you keep running into aren't really yours — but inherited scripts written in your subconscious long before you could choose for yourself? And what if freedom doesn't come from struggling harder, but from rewriting those scripts at the deepest level?

In this episode of Soul Talk, I sit down with internationally renowned biologist, author of The Biology of Belief, and pioneer of the science-spirit connection, Dr. Bruce Lipton. With clarity, warmth, and decades of research, Dr. Bruce reveals how much of our daily life is run on autopilot by subconscious programs, most of which we didn't choose. He shows how these invisible patterns create the illusion of victimhood, and how reclaiming your power begins by realizing: you are the creator of your life.

Together, we explore the hidden architecture of the mind, how early childhood experiences shape us, and why 95% of our behavior comes from unconscious programming. Dr. Bruce shares practical methods, from self-hypnosis to repetition to energy psychology- for reprogramming the subconscious and awakening the creator within.

This is more than a conversation about biology. It's a call to remember that you are not your past, not your parents' limitations, and not the negative beliefs you've absorbed. You are a spirit in a body, a powerful creator, and heaven on earth is available, right here, right now.

If you've ever felt stuck in patterns that don't make sense, or longed to live in alignment with your deepest desires, this episode will give you the tools and inspiration to step into your power.

Listen in and learn how to break free from disempowering programs, harness your mind's creative power, and awaken to the truth that you are not a victim, you are a creator.

Timestamps:

• (00:00:02) - Humanity's evolutionary crisis and the breakdown of civilization
• (00:05:15) - Victim consciousness and subconscious programming explained
• (00:08:52) - Childhood brain states: theta, imagination, and hypnosis
• (00:12:26) - Why 95% of life is run by subconscious programs
• (00:19:00) - Vibration, energy, and why "bad vibes" matter
• (00:29:06) - Becoming conscious of hidden programs
• (00:33:46) - Self-love, childhood criticism, and disempowering beliefs
• (00:41:06) - Three proven ways to change subconscious programming
• (00:52:12) - Rewriting emotional associations from past trauma
• (01: 02:00) - Wealth consciousness, role models, and Rich Dad Poor Dad
• (01:09:00) - Spirit, biology, and why we are creators
• (01:17:12) - Health, lifestyle, and reclaiming responsibility

Some Questions I Ask:

• How do we shift from victim consciousness to empowerment?
• What role does childhood programming play in shaping our lives?
• How can someone become aware of subconscious programs they cannot see?
• What are the most empowering beliefs we can instill in children?
• How do we truly change disempowering subconscious programs?
• Do grief and trauma need to be "felt" to be healed, or can they be rewritten?
• What is the connection between vibration, energy, and the experiences we attract?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• The role of theta brain state and hypnosis in childhood learning
• How to recognize that your life is a mirror of your inner programming
• Three proven methods to reprogram the subconscious mind
• Why self-love and safety beliefs are essential for thriving
• How to use energy and vibration to attract supportive experiences
• The connection between science, spirituality, and consciousness

LINKS

DR BRUCE LIPTON'S URL: https://www.brucelipton.com

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

Resources with Kute Blackson:

Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW: https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com

"You cannot fully love yourself while quietly betraying yourself."

In this episode of Soul Talk I dive into a hard truth that most of us are not ready to hear: not all betrayal comes from others. Some of the deepest wounds and pain you carry, you did to yourself.

If you've been feeling stuck, hitting the same wall of self-doubt, fear, or sabotage on repeat, or exhausted from pretending, this episode is for you.

You are going to dive into the five ways you may have been unconsciously betraying yourself and you will be offered a powerful formula to help you identify, confront, and heal these self-betrayals.

Prepare to align your mind, energy, and actions with your authentic self, reclaim your power, and start living a life of freedom and possibility that you are meant for.

Timestamps:

• [01:00] Welcome to Soul Talk: Understanding the depth of self-betrayal and the episode's purpose.

• [04:15] Self-Betrayal #1: Saying 'Yes' When Your Soul is Screaming 'No' – Abandoning yourself for the illusion of peace.

• [08:30] Self-Betrayal #2: The Silence That Costs Your Truth and Peace – Staying silent to keep others comfortable.

• [13:45] Self-Betrayal #3: Settling Disguised as Gratitude – Using spiritual bypass to justify not asking for more.

• [18:10] Self-Betrayal #4: Shrinking Your Light for Others' Comfort – Toning yourself down to make others feel safe.

• [22:50] Self-Betrayal #5: Avoiding Your Truth in the Name of 'Love' – Confusing love with codependency and fear.

Some Questions I Ask:

• "Why do you feel so disconnected from yourself?"

• "Where have you confused settling with being spiritual?"

• "Where are you shrinking your light? Where are you dimming your light?"

• "Where are you betraying yourself to keep someone/something alive that no longer aligns with who you are?"

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How to identify and confront the five deep forms of self-betrayal that may be holding you back from living fully.

• The practice of pausing before responding to check in with your body and ensure your decisions align with your truth and purpose.

• The power of speaking your truth and why silence, when it costs you your integrity and peace, is a slow death.

• To distinguish between authentic gratitude and settling disguised as spirituality, which traps you in mediocrity and silences your authentic desires.

• The importance of embracing your magnificence and stopping the act of shrinking your light for the comfort of others.

• The crucial difference between true love and codependency, and how to avoid betraying yourself in the name of love.

• That the most sacred relationship you will ever have is with your own self, your own soul, and how this foundation impacts all other relationships.

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

• Resources with Kute Blackson:
• Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

• Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW: https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com

"Healing is uncomfortable, the dysfunction may be painful, but it's familiar. Growth requires stepping into the unfamiliar."

What if the wounds you carry aren't just your own, but echoes of generations before you, and the path to freedom begins not with fixing the past, but by choosing to live differently today?

In this episode of Soul Talk, I sit down with psychologist, minister, and bestselling author Dr. Thema Bryant for a conversation that cuts to the heart of healing. Known for her groundbreaking work in trauma recovery and soulful living, Dr. Thema reveals that sensitivity, so often dismissed as weakness, is actually a profound gift, and that the very places we feel most broken can become the birthplace of compassion, resilience, and joy.

Together, we explore the hidden ways intergenerational trauma shapes our choices, relationships, and sense of self, and how cycles of pain can finally be interrupted. Dr. Thema shares how forgiveness is often misunderstood, why healing can feel uncomfortable, and the daily rituals that keep us anchored in love when the world feels overwhelming.

This is not just an interview about psychology. It's a soulful roadmap back to yourself, an invitation to release the weight of shame, reclaim your voice, and create a lineage of freedom. With warmth and spiritual depth, Dr. Thema reminds us that healing isn't reserved for a chosen few. It's possible for you, too.

If you've ever wondered whether you can truly heal, or longed to break free from patterns that don't feel like they're even yours, this episode will give you the hope, the tools, and the courage to begin.

Listen to this episode and learn how to transform sensitivity into strength, break cycles of inherited pain, and create a healing legacy of freedom and love.

Timestamps:

• (00:01:42) - Dr. Thema's early calling into healing work
• (00:05:15) - Sensitivity as a gift, not a weakness
• (00:08:52) - Practices for emotional regulation: breath & compassion holds
• (00:12:26) - Self-compassion and the path to forgiveness
• (00:15:00) - Understanding intergenerational trauma
• (00:22:06) - Healing when you don't remember childhood events
• (00:25:46) - Breaking family cycles and making new choices
• (00:28:46) - Can anyone truly heal? Destiny, choice & God's love
• (00:32:37) - Why life sometimes feels unfair
• (00:36:40) - Why healing is uncomfortable but necessary
• (00:37:06) - Forgiveness vs. reconciliation
• (00:41:16) - Shifting the focus from forgiving them to healing yourself
• (00:48:11) - Practical "homework" exercise for listeners

Some Questions I Ask:

• Was there a pivotal moment that inspired you to do the healing work you do today?
• How can sensitive people navigate today's chaotic world without becoming hardened?
• What practices help therapists and healers hold space without being overwhelmed?
• How can someone show compassion for themselves if they feel they've made unforgivable mistakes?
• What exactly is intergenerational trauma, and how do we begin to heal it?
• How can we heal if we can't remember our childhood experiences?
• Can anyone truly heal, or is some suffering simply destiny?

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why emotional sensitivity is a strength, not a weakness.
• Simple daily practices to regulate emotions and care for your soul.
• How intergenerational trauma is passed down, and how healing can be passed down, too.
• The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation
• Why healing feels uncomfortable but is ultimately freeing.
• How to create personal vows and morning rituals to anchor your healing journey.

LINKS

DR THEMA BRYANT'S URL: https://drthema.com

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

Resources with Kute Blackson:

Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible

"Relationship is a spiritual practice. It will awaken you, challenge you, and purify you from the inside out."

Have you ever wondered why relationships start so magically, only to become messy, complicated, and sometimes painful? In the beginning, everything feels effortless: the butterflies, the passion, the fantasy of having finally found "the one." But then reality sets in. The flaws appear. The masks drop. And you start to ask yourself, "Did I choose the right person?"

In this episode of Soul Talk, I take you on a journey through the six phases of a romantic relationship. Drawing from my marriage and years of witnessing couples struggle, grow, and transform, I reveal the deeper purpose of love and why so many of us get stuck in the early stages.

If you've ever struggled with love, felt like running when things got hard, or wondered how to keep a relationship alive after the initial spark fades, this episode will give you the roadmap. True love isn't just a feeling; it's a choice, a practice, and ultimately, a legacy that can inspire others.

Because real love doesn't end at the honeymoon. Real love begins when the fantasy ends.

Timestamps:

• (00:03:38) - Why sustaining love is harder than falling in love
• (00:05:54) - T Relationship as a spiritual path and mirror
• (00:09:54) - The healing purpose of relationships
• (00:13:29) - Phase 1: The Fantasy / Honeymoon Phase
• (00:19:04) - Phase 2: The Humanizing & Exploration Phase
• (00:22:45) - Phase 3: The Reality Phase
• (00:25:42) - Phase 4: The Acceptance & Intention Phase
• (00:31:32) - Phase 5: The Unconditional Love Phase
• (00:36:48) - Phase 6: The Legacy & Leadership Phase
• (00:39:18) - Taking radical responsibility in love

Some questions I ask:

• What does it take to move from fantasy to real love?
• Why do we attract certain partners into our lives?
• How do unresolved childhood wounds shape our relationships?
• What is the true purpose of a romantic relationship?
• Can love survive when the fantasy fades?

In this episode, you will learn about:

• The six distinct phases every romantic relationship passes through.
• Why the honeymoon stage is a fantasy and not real love.
• How relationships act as mirrors for your deepest wounds and healing.
• The key difference between connection and true love.
• How to practice unconditional love without accepting abuse.
• The spiritual purpose of partnership as a dojo for growth.

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

• Resources with Kute Blackson:
• Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

• Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW: https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com

"The system is geared for wellbeing. When given the right conditions, we naturally move toward it."

What if true healing isn't found by reliving the past, but by reconnecting with the unshakable support that's been holding you all along?

In this episode of Soul Talk, I sit down with internationally acclaimed movement and breathing specialist Betsy Polatin for a deeply transformative exploration of trauma, embodiment, and the body's innate capacity to heal.

Betsy, celebrated author of Humanual: An Epic Journey to Your Expanded Self, has spent decades guiding performers, musicians, actors, and everyday people toward greater freedom and ease. Drawing from the Alexander Technique, somatic education, and breath awareness, she reveals a life-changing truth: the body remembers what the mind forgets, and you don't have to recall the story of your trauma to be free from it.

We dive into how unprocessed experiences silently shape the way you breathe, move, and respond to life; why healthy anger is essential while stored rage keeps you stuck; and how subtle shifts in awareness can unlock decades of tension. Betsy also leads a simple but powerful grounding practice you can use anytime to feel the unwavering presence of support beneath you, even amid life's storms.

This is not just a conversation about trauma; it's a reminder that your system is built for well-being. Transformation doesn't have to be forced or dramatic. With the right awareness, your body knows exactly how to return to balance, release what no longer serves, and expand into a more grounded, spacious way of being.

If you've ever felt weighed down by patterns you can't explain or longed to feel more at home in your body, this episode offers both the understanding and the tools to begin that shift. Listen now and rediscover the grounded, unshakable self that has been within you all along.

Timestamps:

• (00:02:15) - How Betsy's journey from dance to somatic education began.
• (00:09:09) - What trauma is and how to know if you have it.
• (00:14:04) - The violinist's story: uncovering hidden trauma without knowing it.
• (00:26:12) - Guided grounding and support awareness exercise.
• (00:33:45) - Understanding anger: healthy vs. stored rage.
• (00:43:58) - Why Betsy doesn't teach "belly breathing" and the truth about lung function.
• (00:53:09) - Advice for parents: raising healthy kids by working on yourself.
• (00:56:26) - Betsy's three life wisdoms to pass on to the next generation.

Some Questions I Ask:

• How did you know you wanted to do this work?
• Is it possible to be human and not have any trauma?
• Do you need to remember your trauma to heal it?
• How much does telling your story matter in healing?
• What's the difference between natural release and forced posture or movement?
• What role does breath play in healing, and how should we breathe?
• How can parents raise healthy children in today's world?

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• How trauma shows up in the body, even if you don't remember it.
• The two main types of trauma and how they affect us differently.
• Why awareness can naturally shift your body without force.
• A simple grounding exercise to feel supported anytime.
• The difference between healthy anger and stored rage.
• Why "belly breathing" isn't anatomically correct, and what to do instead.
• Why working on yourself is the most powerful gift you can give your children.

LINKS

BETSY POLATIN'S URL: https://www.betsypolatin.com

BETSY POLATIN'S UPCOMING EVENT: Trauma in the Public Eye – An in-person workshop with Betsy Polatin and Peter Levine in Los Angeles, November 7–9, 2025.

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

Resources with Kute Blackson:

Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

Free masterclass: Learn The Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible

Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGIS

"Strength without allowing support often becomes self-abandonment."

Have you ever found yourself being the one everyone leans on, the strong one, the steady one, the one who always shows up? You're the rock, the caretaker, the leader. But beneath the surface, there's a quiet ache. A deep fatigue. A part of you is wondering, "When is it my turn to be held?"

In this episode of Soul Talk, I open up about the hidden cost of strength. From my early years as the son of a healer and spiritual leader, to the emotional weight I carried as a child, I share how becoming the "strong one" became my identity, and how it nearly kept me from truly healing.

We dive into the psychology of hyper-independence, the nervous system's response to unmet childhood needs, and why so many of us find it easier to give than to receive. This episode is a wake-up call for the silent warriors, the ones who show up for everyone but struggle to let anyone show up for them.

Tune into this episode and learn how to release the pressure to be everything for everyone, reconnect to your own needs, and open your heart to receiving the love and support you deserve.

True strength isn't about carrying it all alone. It's about being human. Vulnerable. Seen. You were never meant to do this life by yourself, and you don't have to anymore.

Timestamps:

• (00:04:36) - Kute's early life as the "emotional caretaker"
• (00:05:35) - The role of the strong one: survival vs. choice
• (00:07:36) - Childhood roots of emotional independence
• (00:09:02) - Why it's hard to receive: control, vulnerability, and trauma
• (00:11:56) - The praise trap: being rewarded for not needing
• (00:13:07) - What it costs to carry the load alone
• (00:15:57) - Healing through love: Kute's personal shift
• (00:17:42) - Practical steps to open up and receive support
• (00:18:45) - Let yourself be helped and supported by the Divine
• (00:21:08) - A request: check in on someone strong in your life
• (00:22:04) - You're allowed to receive, because you're human

Some questions I ask:

• Why do we struggle to ask for help?
• What childhood roles or dynamics shape our hyper-independence?
• How does being strong all the time become self-abandonment?
• Why is receiving sometimes more vulnerable than giving?
• What small steps can we take to invite support into our lives?

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Why constantly being the "strong one" can lead to hidden emotional exhaustion
• How childhood roles and early emotional conditioning shape your ability to receive love and support
• The surprising ways hyper-independence is actually a coping mechanism rooted in trauma
• How to recognize the unconscious beliefs that make asking for help feel unsafe or weak
• Why receiving is not a weakness, but a courageous act of trust, vulnerability, and healing
• Practical ways to soften your defenses, open your heart, and invite support into your life
• How allowing yourself to be supported transforms not only your relationships, but your entire capacity to thrive

Get in Touch:

• Email me at [email protected]
• Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com

• Resources with Kute Blackson:
• Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com

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"Be with awareness. Let thought and emotion come and go. Don't fight or follow. That's how you find freedom."

What if true freedom isn't about controlling your mind, but remembering the awareness that's always been there?

In today's episode of Soul Talk, I sit down with beloved Tibetan meditation master and best-selling author Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche for a soul-stirring conversation on inner peace, joy, and transformation, even in the midst of life's greatest storms.

Born into a lineage of Tibetan masters, Mingyur Rinpoche has spent decades teaching the power of awareness and compassion. But it was during a near-death experience, alone, sick, and penniless on the streets of India, that he had a profound realization: beyond fear, beyond suffering, is a pure, unshakable presence we all carry inside.

Together, we explore the real meaning of enlightenment, how to deal with fear, desire, and difficult emotions, and why your thoughts are not who you are. Rinpoche shares simple yet radical practices to help you access peace in everyday life, from letting go of the past to navigating addiction, conflict, and uncertainty.

This episode is an invitation to return to your true nature. To live from the "inner sky" that remains untouched by life's turbulence. And to remember that even in the darkest moments, you are never truly lost.

Tune in and learn how to access lasting inner peace, transform emotional patterns, and reconnect with the unshakable awareness within you.

Timestamps:

• (00:02:30) - Cultivating joy in times of global chaos
• (00:05:50) - How to start changing yourself
• (00:08:00) - What is awareness?
• (00:12:30) - Becoming free from thought and emotion
• (00:13:03) - Working with desire and addictive patterns
• (00:17:40) - Mingyur's near-death experience and what he learned
• (00:24:30) - What is enlightenment, really?
• (00:26:00) - How to love what seems unlovable
• (00:33:30) - How Mingyur handles conflict with difficult people
• (00:34:40) - Making aligned decisions in life
• (00:36:30) - Karma, destiny, and how to change your future
• (00:38:15) - AI, consciousness, and the mind
• (00:40:30) - Final words of wisdom to help us stay grounded

Some Questions I Ask:

• How do we find joy when the world feels like it's falling apart?
• What's the first step to changing ourselves when we feel justified in our pain?
• Are all desires bad, or can some be useful?
• How can we move beyond the fear of death?
• What does it really mean to be enlightened?
• How do we love people who hurt others?
• Is there such a thing as destiny, and how much control do we have?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• A powerful way to anchor yourself in peace, no matter what chaos surrounds you.
• How to connect with your true self through short, daily moments of awareness.
• The surprising truth about thoughts and emotions, and why they aren't who you are.
• A mindful method for transforming addictive urges and unhealthy habits.
• Why enlightenment isn't magical powers, but recognizing what's already within you.
• A radical perspective on loving difficult people and seeing their basic goodness.
• How to reshape your destiny by what you choose in the present moment.

LINKS

YONGEY MINGYUR RIPONCHE'S URL: https://tergar.org/yongey-mingyur-rinpoche

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Barriers to Attract The Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW : https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com