The New Beyond with Dr. Judith Rich

I’m excited to share this week’s podcast episode with you—it’s one I believe can make a real difference in your life.

We’re talking about something that most of us naturally avoid: discomfort. But here’s the thing—your ability to be comfortable being uncomfortable is the key to unlocking everything you want.

In this episode, I share:

• Why our brains are wired to flee discomfort (and how to override that instinct).

• How to reframe fear as a teacher instead of a threat.

• A simple, powerful strategy to move through messy conversations, conflict, and uncertainty with grace.

I even tell the story of the very first time I stood up in front of hundreds of people, nerves rattling, and how naming my discomfort turned the entire experience around.

If you’ve ever struggled with giving up on goals, avoiding hard conversations, or feeling stuck in uncertainty, this episode is for you. I truly believe mastering this one skill can change the game in every area of your life.

As always, I’d love to hear what resonates for you. What opens up for you as you explore your relationship with discomfort? Hit reply and let me know—I read every message.

Here’s to stretching into what’s possible!

Available for purchase on my ⁠website⁠:

My best-selling book- ⁠Beyond the Box⁠

 ⁠⁠Musings and Meditations Legacy Audio Series⁠⁠ I and II- 18 meditations based on my writing, set to music

 Get your FREE copy of my ⁠⁠Seasons of A Life⁠⁠ video

Connect with me:  Email:  [email protected] 

Join my private Facebook Group: ⁠⁠Living in The New Beyond⁠⁠

 Thanks to Ken Ashby, and Gopal Metro for our original theme music “Each of Us” 

Connect with Ken at:  ⁠⁠www.prosodycreativeservices.com⁠⁠

Gopal’s email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

 Please share this podcast with others, leave a review and follow us on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  It does make a difference and I really appreciate your support!  

It’s Aquarius season again here in The New Beyond and for me, that means I’ve completed another trip around the sun.  As a double Aquarian, (sun & rising signs), I am about to celebrate my 83rd birthday.  And I am also celebrating the 3rd anniversary of this podcast.  

So, this week’s episode is a bit self-indulgent, if you will allow, as I reflect on being in my 80’s as an Aquarian being, which is anything but ordinary, especially now, in 2025, with the overwhelming amount of change, disruption and chaos we are currently experiencing all over the world.  

We are living in extraordinary times, and I think it takes great courage to be a human being on the planet right now.  As an 83 year-old, I am so far from the typical profile of someone my age.  And yet, I know that it is just a number.  What really matters is how we make the years count while we’re here.  I’ll share about that in this episode. 

In this episode, I drop a bit of astrology on you.  I am not an astrologer, but Aquarius is the sign of astrology, so I have a keen interest.  

I discuss some background on what is happening now astrologically, that impacts every one of us, not just Aquarians.  We are entering a 20-year cycle of gigantic upheaval, leading to a major shift in paradigms.  

We are now firmly into the Aquarian Age, which I equate to The New Beyond.  When I received the name of this podcast three years ago, I did not consciously connect the dots between these two.  But it’s now clear to me, this is what it is.  The New Beyond IS the Age of Aquarius and it is fitting and proper that this podcast represents that consciousness. 

If you’ll further indulge me, at the end of this week’s episode, I share a piece of my writing about why I came to the planet.  I hope you can hear yourself in there and find something in it that resonates for you.  

Thank you for coming along on this journey with me for the past three years.  I ask for one more indulgence: the BEST birthday gift you could give me…….. please leave a review on Apple if you find this podcast worth listening to.  It makes a difference, it really does!  

NEW!  Now available on YouTube- watch the video of this episode- 

While you’re there, please subscribe to my YouTube channel @judithrich1

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REMINDERS

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Available for purchase on my website:

Judith’s best selling book- Beyond the Box:  Lean Out, Break Free, Rise Up!  

Musings and Meditations Legacy Audio Series- 9 meditations based on my writing, set to music

Get your FREE copy of my Seasons of A Life video

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Subscribe to my YouTube channel 

Use this link below to leave a message, respond to a question or to give us feedback on the podcast: 

My email:  [email protected] 

Join my free private Facebook Group: Living in The New Beyond 

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Please take a moment and share this podcast with others, leave a review and follow us on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  It does make a difference and I really appreciate your support!  

What if the chaos we see in the world isn’t just turmoil—but an invitation to awaken?

In my latest podcast episode of The New Beyond, I’m thrilled to welcome back a beloved guest and visionary, Aaron Glassman. Aaron has spent over 20 years helping people bridge science and spirituality, guiding them toward awakening their creative power.

In this conversation, Aaron shares profound wisdom, including:

• How to hold onto joy in chaotic times (yes, it’s possible!).

• The powerful difference between transforming and evolving consciousness.

• Why the planet’s accelerating frequency is a call for humanity to rise.

• A breathtaking story of transmuting rage into joy during a Himalayan trek.

Aaron also takes us on a virtual journey to Avalon, the heart center of the planet. This sacred land is where masculine and feminine energies converge, creating a vortex of healing and transformation. His upcoming retreat in May 2025 offers the chance to experience this first-hand.

Here’s what you’ll gain from listening:

✨ A deeper understanding of how to navigate today’s chaotic energy.

✨ Inspiration to unlock your heart’s resonance and embody higher states of being.

✨ A sense of connection to sacred places that amplify transformation.

If you’ve ever felt called to align with the deeper rhythm of your soul or wondered how to step into joy despite the world’s chaos, this episode is for you.

NEW!  View this episode as a You Tube video here-please subscribe to my You Tube channel:  @judithrich1

To learn more about Aaron’s work or join his upcoming retreat to Avalon, visit: https://aaron.thesheschool.com/avalon-2025

Let’s navigate The New Beyond—together.

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             Available for purchase on my website:

My best-selling book- Beyond the Box

 ⁠Musings and Meditations Legacy Audio Series⁠ I and II- 18 meditations based on my writing, set to music

 Get your FREE copy of my ⁠Seasons of A Life⁠ video

Level Up Membership Community – Join the waitlist here:  https://judithrich.kartra.com/page/LevelUp

Connect with me:

 Email:  [email protected] 

Join my private Facebook Group: ⁠Living in The New Beyond⁠

 Thanks to Ken Ashby, and Gopal Metro for our original theme music “Each of Us” 

Connect with Ken at:  ⁠www.prosodycreativeservices.com⁠

Gopal’s email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

 Please share this podcast with others, leave a review and follow us on You Tube,  Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  It does make a difference and I really appreciate your support!  

What if I told you that manifestation isn't just about mindset—it’s about movement?

In my latest episode of The New Beyond, I had the honor of speaking with Eiji Morishita, founder of Movement Makers, a visionary leader who has spent his life igniting movements, building businesses, and inspiring world-changing leaders.

We covered some powerful insights, including:✨ The real key to manifesting magic and miracles in your life✨ How embracing your uniqueness instead of feeling different changes everything✨ Why resistance can actually help you manifest what you desire✨ The missing ingredients from Think and Grow Rich that unlock true abundance✨ How small, committed groups create movements that change the world

Eiji also shares his personal journey—from growing up in his family’s sushi empire to co-founding a movement that built over 130 schools in Guatemala using plastic bottles.

If you’re ready to think bigger, dream bolder and move with purpose, this episode is for you.

Connect with Eiji Morishita: 

🌎 Website: Movement Makers📷 Instagram: @eijimorishita🎙️ Podcast: Movement Makers Podcast

Don’t miss Eiji’s 3 Day Manifestation Challenge: March 11-13

Register at:  challenge.movementmakers.org

🎧 Watch episode on YouTube now: [https://youtu.be/MoJp5V1fX8E] or listen on your favorite podcast provider. 

If you haven’t already, please subscribe to my YouTube Channel @judithrich1

Would love to hear what resonates with you from this conversation! Reply and let me know.

You might be wondering: what does yoga have to do with leadership? As it turns out, everything.

In this episode of The New Beyond, I had the privilege of reconnecting with Radha Metro-Midkiff, Executive Director of the Integral Yoga Institute of New York. Radha’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary—from being raised in a yogic community to working on Wall Street, and eventually finding her way back to her roots to lead one of the most impactful yoga organizations in the country.

In our conversation, Radha shared her story of navigating profound life transitions, including how she used yoga principles to process the trauma of 9/11 and later embraced leadership training to deepen her understanding of resilience, authenticity, and service.

Here are a few nuggets of wisdom you’ll take away from this episode:

• The power of merging ancient yogic teachings with modern leadership practices.

• Why navigating paradoxes is an essential skill for thriving in today’s world.

• How to use yoga not just as a physical practice but as a framework for leading yourself and others.

Radha’s insights will challenge you to think about leadership in a new light and inspire you to integrate the principles of mindfulness, presence, and compassion into your daily life.

NEW!  View this podcast episode as a video on You Tube here.  Please subscribe to my You Tube channel- @judithrich1

As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. What insights resonated with you? How do you practice leadership in your life? Reply to this email or connect with me on social media to share your reflections.

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Available for purchase on my website:

My best-selling book- Beyond the Box

 ⁠Musings and Meditations Legacy Audio Series⁠ I and II- 18 meditations based on my writing, set to music

 Get your FREE copy of my ⁠Seasons of A Life⁠ video

Level Up Membership Community – Join the waitlist here:  https://judithrich.kartra.com/page/LevelUp

Connect with me:

 Email:  [email protected] 

Join my private Facebook Group: ⁠Living in The New Beyond⁠

 Thanks to Ken Ashby, and Gopal Metro for our original theme music “Each of Us” 

Connect with Ken at:  ⁠www.prosodycreativeservices.com⁠

Gopal’s email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

 Please share this podcast with others, leave a review and follow us on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  It does make a difference and I really appreciate your support!  

In this episode of The New Beyond, I sit down with Eric Antonette, a certified anger management specialist, relationship coach, yoga teacher, Reiki master, and regression therapist.

Eric is trained to handle court-mandated anger management cases and is passionate about helping couples release old behavioral patterns and build relationships rooted in love, respect, and connection.

He blends his expertise in yoga, energy healing, and regression therapy to offer a truly holistic approach to personal transformation.

Together, we dive into the topic of Mastering Emotions in Relationships—exploring how we can build healthier, more conscious connections through emotional awareness, personal responsibility, and deep inner work.

Eric shares his personal journey from a childhood marked by family conflict to becoming a powerful guide for others navigating anger, trauma, and relationship challenges. He opens up about how his own healing paved the way for his life’s work and the wisdom he offers to clients today.

Key Topics Discussed:

• How unprocessed childhood experiences shape adult relationships.
• The importance of allowing and processing emotions rather than suppressing or controlling them.
• Tools for regulating the nervous system to move from reactivity to conscious response.
• Why anger is often misunderstood as a "bad" emotion and how it can be a powerful guide when addressed constructively.
• The “Four Horsemen” of relationship breakdown (criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt) as identified by John Gottman, and how to counteract them.
• The power of accountability, forgiveness, and making amends in healing relationship dynamics.

Notable Quotes:

“The thing we think we’re upset about is never the real thing. Our emotions are guides that point us toward the deeper work we need to do.” – Eric Antonette

“Anger is neutral. It’s our response to it that determines whether it becomes constructive or destructive.” – Eric Antonette

“The only way out is through. We must allow ourselves to feel and process emotions to master them.” – Eric Antonette

“When we are responsible for our emotions, we stop blaming others and step into our true power to create something beautiful in our lives.” – Eric Antonette

Connect with Eric: Website: Transform Deeply

LinkedIn: Eric Antonette

Join Us in the New Beyond:

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to The New Beyond and leave a review. Share it with anyone who could benefit from Eric’s wisdom. Remember, the journey to emotional mastery begins with one brave step inward.

In this episode of The New Beyond, we explore the powerful concept of crossing existential and spiritual thresholds—the kind that change everything. We’re talking about the shift from suffering to freedom, from resistance to surrender, and from fear to trust.

The Buddha taught that life is suffering, not as a sentence to despair, but as a truth about being human. And yet, within that truth lies an opportunity—the path to freedom. But how do we release our grip on suffering? How do we move from resistance to acceptance? And what happens when we finally drop the rope?

Through deep reflections, personal insights, and a profound dream about ancestral healing, I'll take us on a journey to the other side of the line—the place where we reclaim our power, step into flow, and break free from the chains of resistance.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The true meaning of suffering and why resisting it only deepens our pain

✅ How resistance feeds struggle—and how acceptance creates space for healing

✅ Why what we resist, persists—and how to release the grip of suffering

✅ The shift from external validation to inner knowing

✅ What it means to cross a spiritual threshold and how it impacts your soul’s journey

✅ A powerful story of lineage healing and how crossing your line affects future generations

Key Quotes:💡 “The moment we stop fighting reality, we create space for healing.”💡 “Resistance creates stagnation. Acceptance creates flow.”💡 “On the other side of the line is freedom.”

Reflection Questions:👉 What is the line you are being called to cross right now?👉 Where in your life are you resisting, and how is it keeping you stuck?👉 What would happen if you surrendered and let go of the fight?

View this episode on my YouTube channel here. https://youtu.be/w2Szg3AKns8

Join the Conversation:If this episode resonated with you, share your reflections!

I’d love to hear what insights emerged for you. Let’s continue this dialogue—reach out on social media or send me a message.

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Available for purchase on my ⁠website⁠: www.judithrich.com

My best-selling book- ⁠Beyond the Box⁠

⁠⁠Musings and Meditations Legacy Audio Series⁠⁠ I and II- 18 meditations based on my writing, set to music

Get your FREE copy of my ⁠⁠Seasons of A Life⁠⁠ video

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

Join my Private Facebook Group: ⁠⁠Living in The New Beyond⁠⁠

Subscribe to my You Tube channel- @judithrich1

Thanks to Ken Ashby, and Gopal Metro for our original theme music “Each of Us”

Connect with Ken at: ⁠⁠www.prosodycreativeservices.com⁠⁠

Gopal’s email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

Please share this podcast with others, leave a review and follow us on Apple, Spotify

This week on The New Beyond, I had the extraordinary honor of speaking with Shannon Willis, a ritualist and ancestral healer whose work on Soft Rebellion stopped me in my tracks.

She speaks of a revolution that is fluid, organic, and unstoppable. One that moves not through confrontation, but through connection. One that spreads beneath the surface, like the mycelium that erodes empires from below.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why movements without leaders cannot be beheaded

• The mycelial nature of Soft Rebellion—how it thrives unseen

• The three principles that shift fear into transformation: Curiosity, Compassion, and Courage

• Why joy is one of the greatest acts of defiance

• How we reclaim our power by minding our purse—divesting from the extractive systems that harm us

This conversation is a game-changer. It’s for the healers, artists, dreamers, and quiet revolutionaries who feel weary of fighting but refuse to give up. It’s for those who know, deep down, that there is another way.

🔊Available on my YouTube channel @judithrich1:  https://youtu.be/JjUrwBS9pJM

If you’re not already a subscriber, please subscribe.  And when you do, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Does this way of resistance resonate with you? How are you embracing Soft Rebellion in your own life? Hit reply and let me know.

With love,Judith

P.S. If you found this episode powerful, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Let's spread the mycelium. 🌿✨

Available for purchase on my website:

My best-selling book- Beyond the Box

 ⁠Musings and Meditations Legacy Audio Series⁠ I and II- 18 meditations based on my writing, set to music

 Get your FREE copy of my ⁠Seasons of A Life⁠ video

Connect with me:

 Email:  [email protected] 

Join my Private Facebook Group: ⁠Living in The New Beyond⁠

Subscribe to my YouTube channel- @judithrich1

Thanks to Ken Ashby, and Gopal Metro for our original theme music “Each of Us” 

Connect with Ken at:  ⁠www.prosodycreativeservices.com⁠

Gopal’s email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

 Please share this podcast with others, leave a review and follow us on Apple, Spotify and other podcast platforms.  It does make a difference and I really appreciate your support!  

In this episode of The New Beyond, I sit down with Eric Antonette, a certified anger management specialist, relationship coach, yoga teacher, Reiki master, and regression therapist.

He is trained to handle court-mandated anger management cases and is passionate about helping couples release old behavioral patterns and build relationships rooted in love, respect, and connection.

Eric blends his expertise in yoga, energy healing, and regression therapy to offer a truly holistic approach to personal transformation.

Together, we dive into the topic of Mastering Emotions in Relationships—exploring how we can build healthier, more conscious connections through emotional awareness, personal responsibility, and deep inner work.

Eric shares his personal journey from a childhood marked by family conflict to becoming a powerful guide for others navigating anger, trauma, and relationship challenges. He opens up about how his own healing paved the way for his life’s work and the wisdom he offers to clients today.

Key Topics Discussed:

How unprocessed childhood experiences shape adult relationships.

The importance of allowing and processing emotions rather than suppressing or controlling them.

Tools for regulating the nervous system to move from reactivity to conscious response.

Why anger is often misunderstood as a "bad" emotion and how it can be a powerful guide when addressed constructively.

The “Four Horsemen” of relationship breakdown (criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, and contempt) as identified by John Gottman, and how to counteract them.

The power of accountability, forgiveness, and making amends in healing relationship dynamics.

Notable Quotes:

“The thing we think we’re upset about is never the real thing. Our emotions are guides that point us toward the deeper work we need to do.” – Eric Antonette

“Anger is neutral. It’s our response to it that determines whether it becomes constructive or destructive.” – Eric Antonette

“The only way out is through. We must allow ourselves to feel and process emotions to master them.” – Eric Antonette

“When we are responsible for our emotions, we stop blaming others and step into our true power to create something beautiful in our lives.” – Eric Antonette

Connect with Eric:

Website: Transform Deeply

LinkedIn: Eric Antonette

Episode Resources:

Journey of Souls by Michael Newton – A foundational book on regression therapy and the soul’s journey.

Learn more about John Gottman’s “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” for relationships at The Gottman Institute.

Join Us in the New Beyond: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to The New Beyond and leave a review.

Share it with anyone who could benefit from Eric’s wisdom. Remember, the journey to emotional mastery begins with one brave step inward.

 In this compelling episode of The New Beyond, I sit down with Radha Metro-Midkiff, Executive Director of the Integral Yoga Institute of New York, to explore a fascinating and transformative topic: the intersection of yoga and leadership. Radha shares her incredible journey—from being raised in an ashram to navigating the high-stakes world of Wall Street, and eventually returning to her roots to lead one of the most renowned yoga institutions in the country.

What You’ll Learn:

• The life lessons Radha learned growing up in a yogic family and attending a unique yoga school.

• How Radha’s early experiences shaped her approach to leadership and resilience.

• The challenges and triumphs she faced working in corporate America post-9/11 and how she found her way back to yoga.

• How yoga principles like mindfulness, discipline, and self-awareness serve as a foundation for effective leadership.

• Radha’s perspective on balancing paradoxes—embracing both softness and strength, detachment and commitment, self-care and service.

• How yoga and leadership align to create a holistic approach to personal and professional growth.

Highlights of the Episode:

• Radha’s reflections on her unique upbringing in an ashram and the profound sense of grace and belonging she felt.

• Her challenges in adapting to the "real world" after growing up in such a nurturing, yet insulated, environment.

• The powerful role leadership training played in helping her confront and process her trauma from 9/11.

• How she uses leadership principles to inspire others and reframe yoga as a lifestyle and mindset, not just a physical practice.

• A moving discussion on the healing power of facing one’s fears and trauma, and how the only way out is through.

Quotes to Remember:

• "You can either have fear, or you can have faith. There is no in-between."

• "The only way out is through."

• "Yoga isn’t just what we do on the mat; it’s how we live our lives, how we lead, and how we show up for ourselves and others."

Join the Conversation: Let’s take this conversation deeper! Share your thoughts on this episode by tagging me on social media (@drjudithrich) and using the hashtag #TheNewBeyondPodcast. I’d love to hear how you incorporate yoga or leadership principles into your own life.

Subscribe and Leave a Review: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to The New Beyond and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and spread these transformative ideas.

Connect with Radha Metro-Midkiff: To learn more about Radha’s work or the Integral Yoga Institute of New York, visit Integral Yoga’s website.