Conversations on Healing & Growth

The Unfolding

In this episode, Martin and Ben discuss how a conscious practice in life leads to the Unfolding.

A Call To Integrity

In the latest episode of the podcast, Martin and Ben wrap up their Three Treasures of Daoism series, exploring humility through personal truth and integrity.

The Building of Resiliency: Part 2 of the Three Treasures

In order to deepen resiliency in a chaotic world, Ben and Martin share experiences in the practice of simplicity. 

The Three Treasures Part 1: the Loss of a Common Language

In this pod Martin and Ben grieve the loss of a common language and what it means to be human.

Trusting Ourselves in a Performative World

In this episode, Martin and Ben explore the nature of performance, trustworthiness in the media and a practice in trusting ourselves.

Soul Journaling

In this episode, Ben and Martin explore the practice of soul journaling and the journey of the inner divine.

Cycles within Cycles

In this episode Ben and Martin discuss the cycles of the seasons and how reflection and slowing down at the winter solstice can in fact be brought to any moment, any time of the year. 

Nice & Kind

In this bonus holiday pod, Martin and Ben discuss the distinction between being nice versus being kind in our lives. The presentation of the possibility and practice of being a kind person in the world.

On Being Effortless

In this episode, Martin and Ben discuss working with a sense of ease and effortlessness through presence and conscious planning. An exploration of how simplicity in life helps cultivate confidence and patience.

FISHDI - F*#k it, Sh!t Happens, Dive In

In this episode, Martin and Ben discuss the role of presence in a challenging and changing world.

The Infinite Sadness of Melancholy

In this episode, Martin and Ben step into the energetic of the Autumn Season and explore the potent nature of melancholy.

I Don't Know - A Gentle Approach to Self-Belief

In this pod, Martin and Ben explore the importance of not knowing in learning how to believe in ourselves. We delve into the movie Perfect Days, the TV show Ted Lasso and Martin's experiences in Bali as creative pathways into the concept of I Don't Know.

Shoshin - Opening Ourselves To Our Unique Pathway

In this episode, Martin and Ben explore how a beginner's mindset opens us up to new possibiities in our lives.

Daoyin: The Root of Healing & Growth

In this episode, Martin and Ben discuss the myth of the Ascension Culture and the root of Healing & Growth, Daoyin.

Forging Ease From Chaos

In this episode, Ben and Martin discuss practicing deep rest in the face of the chaotic and changing world.

Consciousness in Today's Classroom

Martin and Ben speak with educators Treasa Edwards and Nichelle Owens about mental health, the classroom and how we can model conscious awareness for the sake of our children. This is a conversation useful for educators, parents, relatives of school-age children and in truth, for anyone interested in exploring more meaningful communication with our young people.

Red-Bellied Woodpecker

In Episode 5 Ben and Martin explore the healing of generational wounding through a relationship with nature and as well, the Marvel TV show "Echo".

No Longer Riding On The Merry-Go-Round

In Episode 4 Ben and Martin explore Manifestation and the Muse. A conversation around how we can practice life so that both the journey and its destination are at ease and aligned.

Inside Voices: Making an Audiobook

In this episode, Martin and Ben are joined by Nichelle Owens, the narrating voice of the Vignettes in Language of the Soul: A Path of Simplicity. We talk about the interplay the experience of voicing the book and the opportunities that arose to Heal & Grow in the process.

A Morning at the Social Security Administration

In Episode 2, Ben and Martin talk about an extraordinary experience Martin has in visiting the Social Security Administration. About how being present to our lives allows us to bear witness to the extraordinary.

Letting Go of the ON/OFF Switch

In Episode 1 Ben and Martin discuss how approaching life through ease opens doors to creative life force, one’s creativity and in turn, one’s productivity in life.

Intro to the Pod

Ben and Martin welcome listeners into a brief conversation around the nature of living a life focused in Healing & Growth.