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The Yogi Realtor: How Paul Benedict Blends Spiritual Practice with Real Estate Success

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Some of my favorite moments on The Mindful Agent are the ones that stop feeling like a podcast and start feeling like sitting on the couch with a friend. 

 

This episode with Paul Benedict — longtime realtor, yogi, teacher, and author — is exactly that. We talk about how meditation, breath, and yoga philosophy actually show up in real life: in business, in conflict, in burnout, and in those “I have no idea what to do next” moments.

 

If you’ve ever wanted more clarity, more calm, and more meaning in the middle of a busy career, this conversation is going to feel like an exhale.

 

What You’ll Learn

  • Why meditation isn’t “emptying your mind” — and what it really is
  • The Four Desires (purpose, play, basic needs, spiritual freedom) and how they show up in daily life
  • Simple breath work you can use in real estate, negotiations, and tough conversations
  • How clarity comes from knowing your purpose and just taking the next right step

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    Timestamps:

    00:14 Mindful Agent Intro

    00:44 Meet Paul Benedict

    02:06 Real Estate + Meditation Journey

    04:48 Power of Breath

    08:46 Morning Routine

    14:34 Science of Positive Thinking

    20:30 Yoga Philosophy

    23:30 Sound Bowls

    25:57 Understanding Clarity

    29:26 Four Intentions of the Soul

    35:36 Applying the Four Intentions

    38:50 Quickfire Wisdom

    44:13 Guided Practice

     

    Links mentioned:

    Books

    1. A New Earth – Eckhart Tolle
      2. A widely influential book on ego, presence, and awakening.
      https://www.amazon.com/New-Earth-Awakening-Purpose-Selection/dp/0452289963

    2. The Four Desires – Rod Stryker
      3. The foundational teaching behind Paul’s clarity workshop, rooted in yogic philosophy.
      https://www.amazon.com/Four-Desires-Creating-Purpose-Happiness/dp/0553386074

    3. Ancient Wisdom for a New Age – Terry Hunt & Paul (co-author)
      4. Paul’s own book on spiritual growth and practical transformation.
      https://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Wisdom-New-Age-Practical/dp/1491760782

    4. One Mind – Larry Dossey
      5. A deep exploration of collective consciousness and interconnectedness.
      https://www.amazon.com/One-Mind-Individual-Consciousness-Consciousness/dp/1401943772

      Teachers & Thought Leaders

      1. Dr. Joe Dispenza
        2. Known for bridging meditation, neuroscience, and behavior change.
        https://drjoedispenza.com

      2. Rupert Sheldrake
        3. Biologist researching morphic resonance and collective consciousness.
        https://www.sheldrake.org

      3. Masaru Emoto – The Hidden Messages in Water
        4. Experiments showing how intention and vibration influence water crystals.
        https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Messages-Water-Masaru-Emoto/dp/1582701148

      4. Sam Harris – Waking Up (meditation + neuroscience)
        5. A secular approach to meditation and mindfulness.
        https://www.wakingup.com

      5. Wayne Dyer
        6. Influential figure in spiritual self-development and mindset work.
        https://www.drwaynedyer.com



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