Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos

We end off the Hero's Journey series by going over: Refusal of the return; The magic flight; Rescue from without; The crossing of the return threshold; Master of two worlds; Freedom to live; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Article used for The Hero's Journey series: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/writing-101-what-is-the-heros-journey#3-basic-stages-of-the-heros-journey Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Road of trials; The hero meeting allies who help him continue his journey; The hero being tempted to stray from his quest; Confronting the reason for the journey; Apotheosis; The ultimate boon; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Article being used for The Hero's Journey series: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/writing-101-what-is-the-heros-journey#3-basic-stages-of-the-heros-journey Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Losing a part of yourself; Rules vs abstract; Finding order within chaos; Quick political tangent; Crossing the threshold; Intelligent confidence; Living to your potential; The first major obstacle; Detaching from the outcome; Breaking generational patters; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Article being used for The Hero's Journey series: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/writing-101-what-is-the-heros-journey#3-basic-stages-of-the-heros-journey Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

A bonus recording of our conversation after concluding the previous episode. We cover: Reducing social media use; How much what we read online affects us; Listening to the right people; Global market sentiment; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

When a mentor is fundamental; How to maintain a good relationship with a mentor; Not to overly depend on the mentor; Eastern vs Western views on mentors; what a mentor actually is; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

We cover the first 3 stages of The Hero's Journey by discussing: The choice of accepting or refusing the call; Hope being exhausting; Cognitive dissonance from an inflexible identity; Defining what the "Hero" is; When to choose the easy way over the hard; Breaking out of the call to refusal stage; How hope and fear dictate everything we do; The 8 core desires of human beings; Choosing mentors wisely; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Music discussion; Anchoring when hearing or reading meaningful quotes; Solution for lower back pain from sitting; 23:22 Background on Joseph Campbell and The Hero's Journey; Quotes from Joseph Campbell; Breaking down each stage of The Hero's Journey; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Why we are so heavily influenced by the people around us; How groups can lead us to success or destruction; Understanding why rules are in place before breaking them; The duality of settling vs aiming higher; Replacing fear with hope; How our physiology changes when we take action; Raj talks about teeth grills (why not right?); About giving up everything in pursuit of a skill; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Different ways of building and maintaining meaningful relationships; Mentor to student relationships; How to make a good impression on a high value individual when you don't have much value to give; How far persistence can take you ; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

What is Yoga; Practical applications of yoga; Difference between yoga and meditation; The 5 steps of yoga explained; 3 steps pre-yoga; Why we need yoga; People's misunderstanding of yoga; Mainstream yoga; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

The dangers of projecting; Hope over fear; Podcast category shift to business; Taxes; Abundance; Minimalism; Courage; Red paint bucket story; Chunking down; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

What is a man's true nature; Fluidity; How our nature changed throughout evolution; Expressing different natural instincts in healthy ways during modern times; Masculine and feminine roles and how comfort affects them; Exploring a child's mental development and psychology; Exploring love and the biological attachment to your child; Practising for conflict; Miyamoto Musashi and mastery of self; The importance of gratitude; Not seeking fulfilment externally; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Understanding Musashi's work; Learning through child-like curiosity; Learning from the source; Responsibility and choice; Lead by example not words; Finding the answers within; Learning from people who came before us; Eating like a Viking, moving like a demon; How to overcome excuses; J's plans for the future; and more! For more about J Forque visit: Twitter - @Forque23 Website - jforque.com Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Why having an ego is beneficial; The 2 sides of ego; Different energy requirements for different fields; Energy timeline; How ego fuels performance; The downsides of a justified big ego; How ego evolves over time; Framework for when ego is required in a job; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://rajanshankara.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

A discussion of our biggest fears; The prominent lack of courage in all age groups with different examples; Understanding the dark side of your mind; The duality of courage; Objectively observing the world; and more! Ross Victory merch: https://www.rossvictory.com/booksandbangers Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://monkfitmeditation.com/ Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

What the authentic self is and how to understand it; Self-doubt and limiting beliefs; How to centre yourself; The dangers of stagnation; The results of perseverance; Breaking down the growth mindset; Limiting chaos; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://monkfitmeditation.com/ Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Rajan interviews full-time stock trader singlesanddoubles from twitter, they discuss: His introduction to the stock market over 40 years ago; The difficult journey of becoming profitable in the stock market; The psychological aspects of trading; Advice to people looking to go full-time with trading; Thoughts on overtrading; About stop-loss orders; Stocks vs Options; What trading indicators he uses; Averaging down and averaging up; How to use volume; His 10 trading rules; and more! For more about singlesanddoubles visit: Twitter - @singlesdoubles Discord (80,000 members) - https://discord.com/invite/sapphiretrading Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://monkfitmeditation.com/ Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

For this episode we invite an experimental musician who's mission is to spread the knowledge he has learnt from different tribes and cultures around the world. We discuss: What Alex does; How his journey began; Shamanic tribe dancing; How people connect through music; Lessons from different cultures; Being able to manipulate your awareness; Breaking the barriers of judgement restricting your authentic self; Alex's goals for the future; and more! For more about Alex visit: Website - musicadoo.com Website - alexakal.com Facebook/Instagram - alexakalmusic Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://monkfitmeditation.com/ Meditation Academy: https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon

Timestamp: 00:53 - Update on the past month 18:35 - Rokas' future 23:45 - Experiencing death We then cover: Ernest Hemingway; Monk's view on death; Seneca - on the shortness of life; Living life on your own terms; Henry David Thoreau; Controlling the quality, not length of life; and more! Get your copy of Rajan's book "Everything is Your Fault" here: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Your-Fault-Responsibility-Leadership/dp/178904359X/ref=sr_1_1 Website: https://monkfitmeditation.com/ Meditation Academy: Create a free account at https://zenmind.teachable.com/ Short snippets from podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/ManintheMakingPodcast/videos Intro song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR234bD7qRc8UHeBjyUn5has2J9Pla4APzAf3ofJRrQrORAFnrjw42Kj3Vk&v=QY3cleclVwY&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=AkiraTheDon