The Great Unlearn

Paul Chek guides us from the child archetype to self-realization, showing how challenges — what he calls the "pain teacher" — lead to wholeness. Paul explains how money and addiction can reveal our inner selves, while myths and the hero’s journey shape culture. With insights from over 40 years of helping people heal and overcome crises, Paul introduces his “Spirit Gym” course to help people solve life’s toughest problems and uncover their truest selves.

Paul and I dive into…

➝ The tools that one develops within Spirit Gym

➝ Breaking free from the child archetype

➝ The 4 primary causes of addiction

➝ The brilliant purpose of teenage rebellion

➝ The energetics of money and its mirroring effects

REFERENCED

UNLEARN15 for 15% off Spirit Gym: https://www.myspiritgym.com

Lucipher-Christ-Ahriman: Our Future in NOW, Episode 250: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-250-paul-chek-lucifer-christ-ahriman-our-future-is-now/id1447548149?i=1000621499032 

Ra optics: https://raoptics.com/

CONNECT WITH PAUL CHEK

UNLEARN15 for 15% off Spirit Gym: https://www.myspiritgym.com

Paul Chek Website: https://paulchek.com

Chek Institute: http://chekinstitute.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.chek/

Spirit Gym podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spirit-gym-with-paul-chek/id1447548149

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spiritgymwithpaulchek?si=VFs2HEnoDNb0PatT

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We explore the needs of men and women with Dr. Robert Glover, an experienced therapist, coach, speaker, and educator with over 40 years of experience in relationship dynamics. As the author of the impactful book “No More Mr. Nice Guy”, Dr. Glover has helped thousands of men worldwide transform their lives and achieve their goals in relationships, sex, and careers.

Dr. Robert and I dive into…

➝ The inherent roles of masculinity and femininity

➝ Reassessing our expectations in intimate relationships

➝ Why men need other men’s support and accountability

➝ Understanding feminine need and complaint

➝ Identifying your personal signs of energetic imbalance

REFERENCED

No More Mr. Nice Guy: https://www.amazon.com/No-More-Mr-Nice-Guy-audiobook/dp/B078927ZYL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1K91Y9F0PT12S&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QIC_gerneNw8_uJnLjW-mxdHeIp0HlBgdXM1YlXHE_tDYSqOcSNf4QsPJVZiZZLbBAi6Ph7KJcuTCigttKe5lHSYpHxA_C6ET9xDiU-XL6kfWG70tyiLvNWxNAbn-adAwHDVxAE1Tdw-brFkkdl4ISTfxu_B6D0TNeY_Du30To_4m07Hm22IN8b3DET7jPtdH2HVL28RPD7kpPFBMSCsUWEIbu-TxBU28ETKpMFEPiE.Qt1mnRTDLMmNCyTqpGcQWepWr6Ht6nGRivW3AONzIvE&dib_tag=se&keywords=no+more+mr+nice+guy+robert+glover&qid=1730221203&sprefix=no+more+mr+n%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1

The Way of The Superior Man: https://www.amazon.com/The-Way-of-Superior-Man-audiobook/dp/B07FXZBYJ9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=154ID1YUCQYM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wBt6Q4IVaRKXD91Xo-oBsU4z_OL3mZHpXBm7jXdNdCMhSjjm1iGgwe1HJbeXMKRndMKyfL04CgDSwiQbJiC-MV_QSNUDxXXcmgMApW-U-t4QuzihrFz7hSOopYVuy0DyjQxKQP_iT_OK5CGxA9JSqNDsa7BWaL8D_BPBavk03zKALprr_-7-yc2lZNpuA7hnTg9-woXEdEFWZJlOVUhiXXfp0NLarYO0KVdVydL3jvPi2nwvfVBdYQzmUtUIdrRZEhA9HIHIcexNgiB-u0gls75S4YM4JF111_xI1wUUkyE.DTfKaJpkdiIDNXxOL0mC7M3oFQlu7cw-h_lmhOjQgmA&dib_tag=se&keywords=david+deida&qid=1727794254&sprefix=david+de%2Caps%2C202&sr=8-1

The 5 Love Languages: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Love-Languages-Secret-Lasts/dp/B079B7PJMV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=KA3DK4D40XCZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.onAW4Nh3ygw4vWihSBaJlIzjzCe4Ss5U5P2lfA8lLoF8meumyYh7whzdEMOAMEJhdqje3RfBEANOHNwEkwNQk5qb_24lqMCp7MTR_Myr4huq93rTKnHEcsV5qnu9UMQbS-ERnMisQyc_ypX1pbzFKog8lqZxvWJaB6bjFcOJzS3n-_YtgCbPuDltz2MHSQeZ-F87mfySkQ0gIrghxBF5LSy2X50Hg5YSpLpwqY25r80.9gde2x-uAJgDbV6KGqpi22hrdJGmvjTUgm39odZK-MI&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+5+love+languages+book&qid=1730221225&s=audible&sprefix=the+5+love+l%2Caudible%2C130&sr=1-1

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Chris Dufey joins us for a refresh on living a fulfilling life, where we explore the balance between earning money and finding meaning. We challenge the idea of a one-size-fits-all approach to success, highlighting that it’s a deeply personal journey. As someone with a coaching background, Chris reflects on moving away from telling others what to do, toward guiding them to trust their own unique process.

Chris and I dive into…

➝ Harnessing male sexual energy for personal growth

➝ A holistic perspective to true success

➝ Navigating parental boundaries

➝ Aligning wealth creation with purpose

➝ Finding middle ground between extremes

RESOURCES

The Multi-Orgasmic Man: https://www.amazon.com/Multi-Orgasmic-Man-Sexual-Secrets-Should/dp/B007IJS11Q/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JL5QIDM1JU1K&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ehj3n7cffxRPQhHimCIEMLidCRhuS4_AtziE07hvESDFUtLL_QkVBQVQiOlR6ZDF1np4emnIALrdYuEQrmo4LHyFzFELfKXiasCwf4ID3On-rFWlaegPGzbpPJXm2J5rO_BJ1uQfH7-VLHGMogxDF4JZU1rJG_3xX4AlLpPX4Es8-XoFfik2rpxYsVPwe7fZ.K3BwJK1Sc8Lfrzvhphr3PbuwqAv79kPCxDWCP2d6ugk&dib_tag=se&keywords=The+Multi-Orgasmic+Man&qid=1729022818&sprefix=the+multi-orgasmic+man%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-1

Mattr BioWellness Club: https://www.mattrbiowellnessclub.com

Derek Sivers' Success Essay: https://www.chrisdufey.com/sivers/

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Chris Dufey Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oxA2pHnZ3s2hPY60ZhVl7?si=a2ef66d0f5274844

Chris' Essays: https://www.chrisdufey.com/essay/

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Luke Storey and I had the privilege of hosting a live podcast at the Be Here Fall Equinox retreat. In this conversation, Luke shares his journey of writing his first book, A Horse Named Lonesome, and how he learned to embrace the natural rhythms of his creative process.

We conclude our conversation with a q+a from retreat guests.

Luke and I dive into...

➝ Understanding one's unique creative style and rhythm

➝ Approaching our gifts with a sense of service

➝ Reconciling traumatic life experiences

➝ The gifts and curses he feels with his creativity

➝ The depths of his book-writing process

REFERENCED

Neil Strauss: https://www.neilstrauss.com

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Podcast: https://www.lukestorey.com/lifestylistpodcast

Website: https://www.lukestorey.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LukeStorey/featured

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Daniel Solomons and Shawn Wells join us for a fascinating discussion on the harmful effects of a substance consumed by 90% of the global population: caffeine. In response, they have created an alternative energy drink called UPDATE—the first product using paraxanthine, an extract of caffeine that offers positive immediate and long-term cognitive benefits.

We dive into…

➝ The cognitive and emotional risks of caffeine

➝ Why do we experience withdrawal from caffeine?

➝ Improving long-term brain function with paraxanthine

➝ Understanding substance stimulation vs over-stimulation

➝ Using caffeine as an escape

REFERENCED

UNLEARN for 25% off UPDATE: https://drinkupdate.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorFCWu3Z74e7Ui-z5rPz-bY57lNkdffm0dnrMw4EPFsTBYJTUrI

Caffeine by Michael Pollan: https://www.amazon.com/Caffeine-How-Created-Modern-World/dp/B083MYJXZT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24MPB4IZOUHFC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EKSFOw76eyD7fXSR5QJH6MhOJu3Zr6YHmSiOsvHdlZ4Qzy-y-4OYayOXw1I1CVOCsYp92DLv1lrqr9T8KWq6JAhZJ1ESDtjTs7cidxMJMgQvd5LrXtHoPd7KLurmagHj0JHIEkoXud2ypzhJrUjV17xW-Eb0vC9ON6CrVduDIF4.OmYQn78Qb9liFCtU__oP9ztxBq_ZTs_z5au-Y9ywc5M&dib_tag=se&keywords=caffeine+by+michael+pollan&qid=1726162572&sprefix=caffeine+by+%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1

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Chase Reeves—digital creator, brand consultant, and close friend—opens up about his life journey following the sudden loss of his brother and the separation from his marriage partner, the mother of his children. In the midst of these significant life transitions, Chase finds himself in a period of personal reinvention.

With over a decade of experience in Christian faith, men's work, relationships, and parenting, Chase reflects on these areas while exploring how he’s created more room for joy, connection, and self-acceptance during challenging times.

Chase and I dive into…

➝ A new way to experience men’s work

➝ Why he left the Christian church after 12 years

➝ Parenting tips for fostering deeper connections after divorce

➝ How gratitude became a life-saving practice

➝ Self-discovery in the wake of his brother's passing

REFERENCED

David Sutcliffe: https://www.davidsutcliffe.com

Terry Real: https://terryreal.com/

CONNECT WITH CHASE

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Websites: https://chasereeves.co/

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After years of observing clients and exploring different cultures, Aaron Alexander has found that the healthiest people don't live in the gym—they integrate simple, natural principles from The Align Method into daily life.

Aaron has distilled ancient techniques into practical, movement-based practices that anyone can use throughout the day to build strength, boost flexibility, and decongest the body physically, emotionally, and energetically to unlock its natural healing potential.

Aaron and I dive into…

• Play: why it's a key driver for vibrant health
• The impact of bodily tension on breath and emotional state
• Addressing the global loneliness crisis
• The cycle of survival: disengagement, dopamine fixes, and lack of direction
• Revitalizing the lymphatic system—detox and decongestion
• Why exposing your skin to sunlight is essential

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Ron White is back, celebrating over a year since the Comedy Mothership (one of my favorite evening spots) opened. He discusses how his relationship to Joe Rogan drew him out of retirement for the Mothership, his interactions with emerging comedians, and a significant personal event from this year that's set to shift the direction of his life.

Ron and I dive into…

• How Joe Rogan and the Comedy Mothership pulled him out of retirement
• What sets the Mothership apart from other clubs
• Landing bits and his unique creative process
• Recovering from underwhelming performances
• Reflecting on a life-changing loss

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Comedy Mothership

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Marcus Filly, founder of Functional Bodybuilding, shares his expertise on boosting and sustaining vitality through simple nutrition and exercise techniques. After years of rigorous CrossFit training and chasing peak performance, Marcus encountered major life changes and burnout, which ultimately became a valuable learning experience for himself and others.

In response, he created Functional Bodybuilding to support athletes and individuals aiming for their best physical and mental well-being, all while embracing the process. Marcus now emphasizes personalized programming and believes that lasting success is not achieved through strict limitations.

Marcus and I dive into…

• The mental challenges of transitioning from a career as a competitive athlete
• Why functional bodybuilding is replacing high-intensity training
• Balancing instant gratification with long-term sustainable routines
• His #1 rewarding and sustainable nutrition hack
• Healing from exercise burnout and developing a healthy recovery program

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Functional Bodybuilding

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Starting his entrepreneurial journey at just 17, from selling carbon bikes to owning frozen yogurt franchises, diving into the startup that was Orange Theory, and dabbling in real estate (to name a few), Pavel Stuchlik's story is nothing short of inspiring.

Years of relentless effort eventually led to severe burnout and autoimmune issues, prompting Pavel to step away from the constant grind. He embarked on a global quest for inner peace, realizing the consequences of his relentless pursuit of power, wealth, and growth.

Pavel's journey has been a rollercoaster of successes and setbacks, yet his perspective remained that every challenge was a lesson, sometimes in disguise.

Pavel and I dive into…

• Acknowledging and redirecting one’s obsession to money, power, and growth
• Building a legacy by balancing spirituality and intellectuality
• His 3 simple steps to return to instant presence and how this changed his whole life
• Creating a healthy dance between self-mastery and being of service
• How to embrace surrender when pivoting in our professional life

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