Born country boy and farmer, with a longing for God, John Butler has led an extraordinarily interesting but largely unknown life, recorded only in notes, diaries, letters etc which, for many years lay, half-forgotten in the cupboard - until he published his first books, ‘Wonders of Spiritual Unfoldment’ in 2008 at the age of 71, and ‘Mystic Approaches’ in 2012. Unexpectedly, in 2017, he was interviewed on Conscious TV which, to his surprise, was well received. Encouraged to make further videos, John launched the Youtube channel, ‘Spiritual Unfoldment.'Timestamps:

00:00 The Biggest Truth About Being Human

01:49 Why the Search Never Ends

05:17 The Unexpected Gift of Growing Older

09:42 What Silence Reveals About Consciousness

14:51 The One Thing That's Always With You

17:18 Why Most People Struggle to Sit Alone

21:07 Why More Money Doesn't Mean More Happiness

24:29 The Meaning of Real Love

27:56 Why Relationships Can't Complete You

30:07 Escaping the Ego

34:09 What Death Really Means

38:28 The Secret to Letting Go of Regret

42:21 What Makes Life Worth Living?

43:50 Final ThoughtsConnect with us:

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Dr. Caroline Leaf is a cognitive neuroscientist, mental health researcher and bestselling author. With over 40 years of experience studying the mind brain connection, she challenges conventional approaches to mental health and helps people understand how thoughts shape wellbeing.

In this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf explores whether we've accidentally medicalised normal human emotions, why anxiety and depression should be viewed as signals rather than illnesses, and how understanding our personal stories is key to healing. She discusses the dangers of self diagnosis, the "TikTokification" of mental health, the impact of social media on young minds, why labels can limit growth, the science behind neuroplasticity, and how our thoughts influence both brain and body. The conversation also examines suffering, resilience, self belief, and why true healing comes from understanding, not suppressing, our emotional experiences.

Timestamps:

00:00 Have We Medicalised Being Human?

01:16 Why Symptoms Are Signals, Not Enemies

06:24 The Biggest Mistake in Mental Health Treatment

08:30 The Danger of Romanticising Suffering

12:44 Is Depression Always Trying to Tell You Something?

14:30 The TikTokification of Mental Health

18:20 Why We Need Labels to Explain Ourselves

21:59 Should Social Media Be Banned for Children?

28:48 Can Your Thoughts Really Change Reality?

42:22 Do Successful People Win Because of Their Insecurities?

46:01 Why We Must Stop Romanticising Suffering & Suicide

47:19 Where to Find Dr. Caroline Leaf

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Important: Please note: If you are currently prescribed antidepressants or other psychiatric medication, it is essential that you do not alter your dosage or discontinue use without first speaking to a suitably qualified healthcare professional. Stopping or changing medication without proper support may result in significant withdrawal effects. Always consult a medical expert before making any adjustments to your treatment plan.

Robert Greene is one of the world's most influential thinkers on power, human nature, mastery and psychology. He is the bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power, The Laws of Human Nature, Mastery and The Art of Seduction and his work has shaped everyone from world leaders and CEOs to elite athletes and artists.

In this conversation, Robert explores the patterns that quietly shape our lives, from human nature and mastery to power, purpose and seduction. Drawing on decades of studying history, psychology and some of the world's highest performers, he offers a way of thinking that is as practical as it is timeless.

Timestamps:

00:00 Why Human Nature Never Changes

03:30 The Hidden Cost of Becoming Powerful

05:47 The #1 Reason People Lose Power

08:36 The Brutal Mindset That Changes Everything

11:02 The Hardest Person You'll Ever Master

17:22 Why Most People Never Become Exceptional

20:49 How to Find Your Life's Purpose

25:35 Why So Many Young People Feel Lost

30:43 The Childhood Clues to Your Destiny

37:17 Why Failure Is the Price of Greatness

41:53 What Mastery Really Costs

46:29 Why Modern Dating Is Broken

50:18 The Problem With Radical Honesty

53:48 Why "Being Yourself" Is Bad Advice

56:03 The Biggest Mistake People Make With Seduction

57:56 The Psychology of Charisma

1:01:37 What Cleopatra Knew About Human Nature

1:09:05 The Success Trap Nobody Talks About

1:12:06 How to Build a Life You're Proud Of

1:14:10 Robert Greene on Surviving a Stroke

1:18:24 The Advice That Changed Robert Greene's Life

1:23:26 What 50 Cent Understood About Power

1:30:31 Robert Greene's Advice for Your 30s

1:34:32 Why This Decade Will Create New Winners

1:36:22 The Sublime

1:40:44 Final Thoughts

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