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In this episode of The Observatory, James ‘Fish’ Gill joins the show to discuss his new book, How to Fall in Love with Humanity. The book explains our tendency to frame the people who hurt us as villains and how we can overcome that and bring love and awareness to our pain. James Gill is a heart coach, yoga teacher, and transformational facilitator based in Perth, Australia. He supports couples, businesses, and community groups to regrow trust, connection, and understanding. Hear James’s personal story of creating a victim villain narrative, why the mind naturally villainizes, why villainizing is unskillful, and the best way to deal with the person who hurt you.
Timestamps
[02:34] About the book: How to Fall in Love with Humanity
[04:50] James’s personal story of creating a victim-villain narrative
[11:03] Why does the mind naturally villainize?
[11:26] Why is villainizing unskillful?
[14:00] LaRae’s experience of being framed as the villain
[19:07] Scott’s experience of being framed as the villain
[23:38] The evolution aspect of villainizing others
[31:42] Bringing love and awareness to your pain
[35:40] The difference between analysis and experience
[44:19] The three questions behind what causes malicious intent
[51:15] The best way to deal with the person who hurt you
[54:23] The short-term benefits of villainizing others
[59:28] The only way to heal completely
[01:04:37] The only way to communicate with the person who hurt you
[01:14:35] Special offer for getting the book
Notable Quotes:“Our minds naturally create a victim-villain narrative.” - James Gill [04:29]“When we are framed as the villain, we contract, shut down, withdraw, pull away, defend, and fight back.” - James Gill [22:46]“When we villainize others, we always evoke their defense.” - James Gill [23:09]“You are the only person that can bring love and awareness to your pain.” - James Gill [31:50]“The only way to heal completely is to involve the person who hurt you.” - LaRae Wright [59:28]Relevant links:
Website: https://www.leadbyheart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_fish_gill/
New Book: How to Fall in Love with Humanity
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In this episode of The Observatory, Iilona Nielson joins the show to discuss her journey to releasing the attachment with the Mormon Church and coming out on the other side. Hear how Iilona realized something was wrong, the experience of building a family on a belief that feels wrong, and how she navigated the journey of getting out of Mormonism with her husband. Iilona also shares the challenges of getting out, the things that helped her on the journey, and the experience of being on the other side. Scott also shares his story of getting out of Mormonism.
Timestamps
[01:57] Iilona Nielson’s background information
[05:14] The time Iilona moves from Ireland to the USA
[08:02] The first time Iilona realized she was brainwashed
[11:40] How Iilona met with her husband
[13:58] The Masonic Temple
[17:14] The experience of building a family on a belief that feels wrong
[22:06] How Iilona realized that something is wrong
[26:19] Scott’s journey out of Mormonism
[28:20] How Iilona navigated her journey of getting out with her husband
[36:00] Things that helped Iilona on her journey of getting out
[37:40] The challenges of getting out of the Mormon Church
[43:00] The experience of moving to North Carolina
[48:50] How the kids responded to the new environment
[54:00] The best gift that Iilona gave her kids
[01:00:44] Shifting from the outside to within
[01:01:18] Plato’s Allegory of the Cave
[01:07:23] How Iilona got into breathwork yoga
[01:08:27] Iilona's relationship with herself now
[01:14:26] Advise to people with self-doubt and fear of the unknown
Notable quotes:
“It’s powerful for people to know they are not going to Hell. Hell is invented just like Heaven. It’s all right here.” - Scott Wright [16:28]“The process of doubting helps you understand that things are not right.” - LaRae Wright [34:09]“It’s challenging to be authentic and speak the truth when everything around you says something different.” - Iilona Nielson [54:45]“The only true wisdom is in knowing that you know nothing.” - Scott Wright [01:06:06]
“ The home is not external but when you are in balance with yourself.” - Iilona Nielson [01:08:13]Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast -
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae share their vacation experience with LaRae’s family. They explain the difference between watching the sunrise now and the last time they were on a cruise in 2012, the appreciation people had for Scott playing the flute, and the connection they had with their nephews and nieces. Hear how the flute helps LaRae foster emotional health, the favorite time of Scott’s life, and the importance of remaining curious even at an older age.
Timestamps
[04:13] The experience of the cruise in 2012
[04:23] How Scott and LaRae are different now
[07:29] The difference between watching the sunrise now and 2012
[10:14] The appreciation people had for Scott playing the flute
[13:24] How the flute helps LaRae foster emotional health
[15:24] Scott’s favorite time of life
[17:00] Breaking free from false beliefs
[25:00] Scott and LaRae’s experience with their nephews and nieces
[32:39] The importance of remaining curious even at an older age
[35:05] Fostering love and connection
[37:47] Tips to getting into art
Notable Quotes:
“I love how people come and express their appreciation and gratitude to you for playing the flute.” - LaRae Wright [08:23]“People appreciate when you share your gift.” - LaRae Wright [12:04]“Presence is when you wake up and allow for every day to present new truths in every experience.” - LaRae Wright [18:01]“The gift is to be the observer.” - Scott Wright [35:12]Relevant links:
The Book: The Creative Art
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share how humans interact with the world through particles and waves. This was derived from the play, The Creative Play of Consciousness, by Gaia. Hear Scott’s experience with particles and waves in the desert, the science of particles and waves, and the power of observing what is going on in the world. You will also learn how to be present and the importance of creating from the space of presence.
Timestamps
[01:33] The Creative Play of Consciousness
[04:33] How humans interact with the world
[06:54] The things in the Shaw that drew curiosity
[08:47] Scott’s experience with particles and waves in the desert
[15:29] The science of particles and waves
[16:23] The power of observing what is going on in the world
[23:08] Tips to being present
[25:57] The importance of creating from the space of presence
[28:40] The overall goal of humanity
[34:17] The Telepathy Tapes Podcast
[36:08] Is peace something we align to or figure out?
[39:03] The episodes of the play ‘The Creative Play of Consciousness’
Notable quotes:
“Where your energy goes is where your attention also goes.” - LaRae Wright [03:08]“We all observe based on where we are at and what we need, but we can’t change what’s happening.” - LaRae Wright [17:13]“The only thing that you can really change is yourself.” - LaRae Wright [20:02]“Thinking is the particle, and heart is the wave.” - Scott Wright [26:20]“The overall goal for humanity is one where we can come into a place and recognize who we are.” - Scott Wright [28:40]
Relevant links:
The Telepathy Tapes Podcast Website:
https://thetelepathytapes.com/
The Creative Play of Consciousness Website:
https://www.gaia.com/series/the-creative-play-of-consciousness
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In this episode of The Observatory, East Forest joins the show to discuss his journey into music and the world of psychedelics and how it unfolds for humanity today. East Forest is a musician, producer, and ceremony guide who uses the power of music to help explore the uncharted territories of inner space. Hear East’s first psychedelic experience, how making his own music influenced his life, and the importance of music in medicine. East also talks about the 3rd Volume, called Lovingly, which is going to be released on February 14, and what he learned from the documentary.
Timestamps
[02:02] How music unfolded in East Forest’s life
[05:45] The music that East used to play
[08:53] East's first psychedelic experience
[14:13] How making his own music influenced East’s life
[18:44] The importance of music in medicine
[20:59] The release of the 3rd volume called Lovingly
[27:17] What the documentary has taught East about himself
[30:51] The scene of recording the natural sounds and including them in his music
[36:55] The shift in East’s experience from music creation process to experiencing process
[43:36] Getting into psychedelic mushroom medicine
[44:46] East’s plan for the future
[50:03] East’s advice on building a relationship with yourself
[54:17] East’s growth and progression through the album
Notable quotes:“There is a great power in working with a team and people with talent.” - East Forest [27:56]“There is a recipe about how to walk through the world, and psychedelics, music, community vulnerability, and nature are part of that.” - East Forest [31:31]“You need to have enough medicine to have your brain flip to where you can experience it objectively.” - East Forest [36:56]“Music has a big influence on your healing journey.” - East Forest [42:37]Relevant links:
East Forest Website: https://eastforest.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EastForestMusic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastforest/
Documentary: https://eastforest.org/music-for-mushrooms
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In this episode of The Observatory, David Dawson joins the show to discuss the journey to self-healing and discovery and how to break free from our limiting beliefs. David hosts the (inner)action podcast, which helps create mindful awareness around your thoughts and emotions so you’re not simply reacting to life on autopilot. Hear how the (inner)action podcast has evolved over the years, the biggest changes in David’s life when he started doing therapy, and how you can acknowledge your struggles and seek help. David also shares letting go of the need to be right, the importance of getting uncomfortable, and what triggered his spiritual journey of self-healing and discovery.
Timestamps:
[02:21] David Dawson’s background information
[05:16] How the (inner)action podcast has evolved over the years
[10:31] How David started focusing on himself
[15:12] Meeting people where they are at
[17:29] Letting go of the need to be right
[19:40] The biggest changes in David’s life when he started doing therapy
[27:08] Acknowledging your struggles and seeking help
[32:22] Breaking free from your limiting beliefs
[38:44] The importance of getting uncomfortable
[45:33] About the book: The Untethered Soul
[49:50] What triggered David to start his spiritual journey of self-healing and discovery
[01:01:03] Scott’s new podcast about porn addiction
[01:03:03] How the healing journey has influenced David’s life
[01:10:00] How David got into podcasting
[01:14:32] What’s new with the (inner)action podcast?
Notable quotes:“Cherish every moment because when you reflect on it, you wish you were there.” - David Dawson [04:53]
“The only person you can control is yourself.” - David Dawson [10:56]“Be skeptical but learn to listen.” - Scott Wright [18:34]“Tapping into the uncomfortable takes you to the place where you start knowing yourself on a deeper level.” - LaRae Wright [38:41]Relevant links:
Recommended Books The Untethered Soul Living Untethered The Surrender Experiment
David Dawson (inner)action podcast
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In the episode of The Observatory, we are revisiting a powerful episode with our guest is Dicken Bettinger, author of the book “Coming Home.” In his life he had the opportunity to work with and rub shoulders with Sidney Banks. Sidney had a moment of enlightenment in his life where he understood some universal principles of what life is, and it changed his life forever. We are pretty passionate about this and really it is the foundation of why we’re doing what we’re doing, so we invite you to sit back, take a moment, listen with your heart, don’t be attached to the words and just allow this message to flow through you.
Timestamps:
[1:51] Dicken’s background
[11:58] Everyone is connected to cosmic energy
[18:41] The 3 principles: thought, consciousness, and mind
[24:06] For those who haven’t heard about this
[37:47] Understanding the principles and putting them to work
[48:33] Nature’s influence
[60:38] People are beginning to understand
[63:44] Feeling grief
Notable quotes:
“We are intimately a part of that dimension of life in the same way a wave is intimately a part of the ocean. We’re not separate from the other forms of life. It’s living us, creating us, breathing us, pumping our blood. We can’t not be that.” Dicken Bettinger [15:54]“Insight learning is different than information learning. Information learning is memorization of facts, but it’s insight that changes people. Not information.” Dicken Bettinger [24:38]
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share impactfully traumatic experiences during the holidays. Losing LaRae's mother in a horific accident only days before Christmas, and what Scott had to do to overcome his limiting belief in himself. Scott shares the story of a singing experience during Christmas time, how that impacted his singing experience as an adult, and how he has since managed to heal from that experience. Hear how you can acknowledge your limiting beliefs and heal from them, what you can learn from the song, Away in a Manger, and how to be present.
Timestamps
[04:03] LaRae’s experience of losing her mother during the holidays
[07:50] Scott’s difficult interaction with Christmas
[12:10] Scott’s bad singing experience as a child during Christmas
[20:38] How Scott’s childhood experience has impacted him as an adult
[24:48] How Scott managed to heal from that experience
[33:28] Acknowledging our limiting beliefs and healing from them
[40:45] What we can learn from the song, Away in a Manger
[42:22] Learning to be present
[49:05] The lyrics to the song, Away in a Manger
Notable quotes:
“You can have all the years of joy and beauty, but the weight of one trauma can change everything.” - LaRae Wright [03:39]“When people are ready to move on, they move on. When the experience has taught them what it has come to teach them, they then move on.” - LaRae Wright [07:08]“A lot of times, we carry things that limit us, and no one knows, and when we heal that boundary, we are often the only ones that know it.” - LaRae Wright [32:24]"As yourselves, look within yourself, that what are some of those thing you fear the most, that you have judgement about the most, that you have a difficult time with the most, and just sit with it." - Scott Wright [43:18]“Some only recognize their light in the darkness.” - Scott Wright [52:58]Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast -
In this episode we had the opportunity to sit down with Darren Parry, the former chairman/chief of the North Western Shoshone tribe. He shared with us a story that was both tragic and hopeful at the same time. The story of Bear River Massacre, from the perspective of those who suffered that day. Brigham Young and the Latter-Day Saint movement led many people to Western North America, where the Shoshones helped them with foraging and many other necessary survival skills. All was well until resources started becoming more scarce, which led to more and more discontent between the Indians and the settlers.
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What former chairman means [1:54]How large the tribe is today [6:34]Setting the groundwork for this story [11:06]Complaining about the Indians and arrest warrants for the chiefs, and the massacre [17:49]Darren’s grandparents and passing down the story [29:34]Our relationship with Mother Earth [40:05]Restoring the natural state of things [42:42]Telling the Shoshone story and the story of the land [47:08]Let’s not turn this into a “You owe me” type thing, but see the positives [57:24]Reach out to Darren [61:53]Notable quotes:
“What may have started as a battle, and when I think of a battle in my mind, I think of two equal groups, fighting it out, and what may have started equal after 10-15 minutes, quickly turned into indiscriminate killing of men, women, and children. My grandmother told me many times that our people were being slaughtered like wild rabbits. Men, women, and children were being butchered left and right.” [24:39] Relevant Links:
https://x.com/shoshonelder
boaogoi.org
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In this episode of The Observatory, Glen Wright joins the show to discuss his battle with cancer—the physical and emotional roller coaster. Glen is Scott’s brother and has been battling cancer since his diagnosis in February 2023. Hear the methods they used to treat cancer, the physical and emotional changes throughout the journey, the experience of getting tattooed, and the most meaningful things that came to his mind when he heard the news of having cancer. Glen also shares his best experience during the treatment, the encounter with the Vietnam War veteran, and the moment he realized that there was light at the end of the tunnel.
Timestamps
[03:03] The battle with cancer
[06:55] The emotional journey throughout the battle
[08:23] The three methods that they used to treat the cancer
[14:30] Glen’s experience of getting tattooed
[17:14] When Glen first heard the news of having cancer
[22:00] The experience with the Cardinals
[32:23] The best experience that Glen had during the cancer treatment
[40:00] The best encounter with the Vietnam War veteran
[46:20] The moment that Glen realized that there was light at the end of the tunnel
[52:36] The experience with the fireman in the hospital
[59:31] Glen’s final advice
Notable quotes:
“The chemotherapy was part of the therapy that was difficult. It had a lot of side effects and other physical issues.” - Glen Wright [08:58]“It’s tough to be positive when you don’t know what the outcome will be.” - Glen Wright [13:13]“No matter what you are going through, there is light at the end of the tunnel.” - Glen Wright [45:45]Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast -
In this episode of The Observatory, Adam Sherman joins the show to talk about his journey of healing and transformation. Hear about Adam’s upbringing in love, his coming out story, how horses mirror our energy, going through a spiritual journey, making sense of chakras, healing through sacred medicine, and Adam shares a vocal tone message.
Timestamps
[01:57] A bit about Adam.
[07:23] Adam’s coming out story.
[11:09] How horses mirror us.
[12:51] Adam’s spiritual journey.
[23:06] Finding the frog-shaped stones.
[24:19] Integrating the messages.
[25:40] Connecting to vocal music.
[26:51] What are the chakras?
[35:56] Healing through sacred medicines.
[46:17] The Bufo Experience.
[58:18] Adam’s upcoming retreat.
[60:15] A vocal tone message.
Notable quotes:
“We are the temple.” – Adam Sherman [21:23]“You’re the hardest person for you to know.” – LaRae Wright [34:41]
Relevant Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.letsgoquantum.com
Instagram: @adamcsherman
TikTok: @adamcsherman
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In this episode of The Observatory, James ‘Fish’ Gill joins the show to talk about love and awareness, conscious communication, and how it helps transform relationship conflicts. Jame Gill is a heart coach, yoga teacher, and transformational facilitator based in Perth, Australia. He supports couples, businesses, and community groups to regrow trust, connection, and understanding. Hear the simple practices for evoking safety during conflicts, including the art of validation. James also talks about the things that stop us from being masterful when validating others and the three questions to lead us deeper behind what we might assume to be malicious intent.
Timestamps
[02:10] The practice of conscious communication
[08:26] Simple practices for evoking safety in us during conflicts
[08:32] #1 The art of validation
[11:25] Validation 101, which supports emotional intimacy and safety
[15:07] The things that stop us from being masterful when validating others
[27:16] The threats that are vacuumed out by validation
[37:11] The ability to validate your intentions
[40:42] Fighting for mutual understanding
[46:40] Tapping into the neutral space in a relationship
[57:38] The homework for the week
[01:06:30] Three questions to lead us deeper behind malicious intent
[01:20:25] Bringing love and awareness to the very places it’s most ached for
Notable quotes:
“The more hyper-irrational we become, and the more engaged we become around firing off our little Facebook messages that are oppositional, the more we create the culture of opposition and judgement.” - James Gill [08:54]
“If someone has to be wrong in repair, then it’s not repair.” - James ‘Fish’ Gill [35:25]
“If I am holding in my left my experience and in my right your experience, and if I am really committed to bringing love and awareness to both, it’s only a matter of time for things to open between us.” - James ‘Fish’ Gill [01:01:35]
Relevant links:
Website: https://www.leadbyheart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_fish_gill/
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae join the (inner)action Podcast to share their journey to self-discovery. Hear how music unfolds in Scott’s life outside the drum circle, LaRae’s musical journey, her experience during the Hour of Determination, intergrading the two worlds of music and meditation, and how we can let go of the need to be right. They also share their story behind the Observatory Podcast, how the name came about, how it has helped them discover themselves better, and the concept of God within instead of outside.
Timestamps
[02:35] Scott and LaRae’s relationship with their true selves
[06:14] The power of language
[08:56] How music unfolds in Scott’s life outside the drum circle
[12:33] Letting go of the need to be right
[18:00] LaRae’s musical journey
[21:18] Integrating the two worlds of music and meditation
[26:49] Tips to being present
[29:50] LaRae’s experience during the Hour of Determination
[36:09] LaRae’s experience of using her voice for the first time in 10 days
[41:58] The story behind The Observatory Podcast
[45:44] The origin of the name ‘The Observatory.’
[50:13] How the Podcast has helped Scott and LaRae discover themselves better
[57:31] What next with The Observatory Podcast
[01:01:44] The Concept of God within instead of outside
[01:08:24] Tapping into your presence
[01:20:18] How Scott and LaRae help each other on their journey to self-discovery
[01:27:44] The most important takeaway from the podcast
Notable quotes:
“Anyone can start anything in life. It doesn’t matter your age, you can start anytime.” - Scott Wright [06:34]“There is a rhythm to life just like there is a rhythm to a song.” - Scott Wright [09:14]“There is much more to things than what meets the eye.” - David Dashaun [50:20]“Heaven is here, and Hell is also here. You are the one who decides where you want to live. Do you want to live in heaven, a life of beauty or Hell, a life of disconnection, sadness, and fear?” - Scott Wright [01:02:37]“When we set up a belief system that is exclusive and not inclusive, it creates separation.” - Scott Wright [01:04:50]Relevant links:
(inner)action Podcast Apple Podcast
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share their support of those who are bringing about healing modalities for men, and one is The Men’s Council in Utah by Mike Canales and Adam Heaps. In this sacred space, men embark on a journey of self-discovery, connection, and deep healing. Hear what to expect in the Council, who should attend, and its uniqueness. Scott also shares how the Men’s Council influenced his personal life and the things that are helping most men tap into their spirituality.
Timestamps
[02:00] The Men’s Council in Utah
[03:29] Scott on his tattoo
[05:08] The meaning of the DOGU symbol
[09:45] The difference between spiritual and physical warriors for men
[17:00] The similarities of what people are going through
[19:20] The virtual Men’s Council in January
[21:42] What to expect in the Men’s Council
[25:10] The unique thing about the Men’s Council
[27:25] How the Men’s Council influenced Scott’s daily life
[33:26] Things that are helping most men tap into their spirituality
Notable quotes:
“One of the most powerful gifts of gathering is people come, share, and be authentic. It’s in the sharing that we see each other.” - LaRae Wright [16:10]“There is no arrival. It’s just the continual unfolding of one's self.” - LaRae Wright [22:47]“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” - Scott Wright [23:30]Relevant links:
The Men’s Council Website: https://www.theenergystack.org/mens-council
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theenergystack/?hl=en
Adam Heaps: https://www.instagram.com/adamheaps
Mike Canales: https://www.instagram.com/mikecanales_
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In this episode of The Observatory, Pallavi Kanoi joins the show to discuss her business of selling natural tea and how she balances her personal and business life. Pallavi the Founder of Oh Cha, a boutique tea brand that sells numerous tea flavors with distinct aromas and delectable tastes. Hear how Pallavi got into the business of natural tea, how the business aligns with her life, and how she incorporates the Eastern philosophies of yoga and meditation. Pallavi also shares the family ecosystem in the Indian culture and her experience in the Galapagos Islands.
Timestamps
[01:00] Pallavi Kanoi’s background information
[02:41] How Pallavi balances business with personal life
[04:36] How Pallavi got into the business of natural tea
[07:36] How the business aligns with Pallavi’s personal life
[12:07] The Ten Thousand Small Business Program
[16:11] The family ecosystem in the Indian culture
[20:28] Pallavi incorporating the Eastern philosophies of yoga, meditation, authentic living
[28:13] Post-election meditation and coping with post-election stress
[30:27] The place where we find peace within ourselves
[34:00] The experience in the Galapagos Islands
Notable quotes:
“Loneliness is a bad thing. So, go and be with the elderly.” - Pallavi Kanoi [17:21]“Learn to live your life from the inside out because most of the time, we live our life from the outside in.” - Scott Wright [26:24]“We are so much similar than we are different.” - LaRae Wright [35:04]Relevant links:
Pallavi Kanoi Website: https://ohcha.in/
Amazon.com Storefront: Amazon.com: OH CHA - Indulgent Teas: Home page
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/oh_cha_/
https://www.instagram.com/pallavi_somani
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In this episode of The Observatory, Yazmany, a tour guide on the Monserrat Ship, joins the show to discuss the magic of the Galapagos Islands and how we are connected with nature. Hear how the Galapagos Islands impacted his life, how people can respect nature, and his experience with the woman who was authentic with nature. Scott and LaRae also share their great experience with the Monserrat Ship.
Timestamps
[01:24] Yazmany’s experience with nature
[04:04] Scott and LaRae’s experience with the Monserrat Ship
[04:27] How the Galapagos Islands have impacted Yazmany’s life
[10:36] Respecting and caring for nature
[14:11] Yazmany’s experience with the woman that was authentic with nature
[22:00] The magic of nature in the Galapagos Islands
Notable quotes:“We are nature and nature reflects that to us.” - LaRae Wright [08:10]“Just because everything is living in harmony doesn’t mean it is not hard.” - LaRae Wright [08:50]“When your body is in contact with nature, everything becomes magical.” - Yazmany [25:51]Relevant links:
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https://www.instagram.com/yazmany.pachay
https://monserrat-cruise.info/galapagos-cruise-itineraries/
https://www.instagram.com/galapagosadventouring
https://www.instagram.com/guidinggalapagosexpeditions
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In this episode of The Observatory, Guillermo Martinez joins the show to discuss the flutes that he makes and how they transform lives on a deep level. Hear how Guillermo got into music, the artists that influenced his musical journey, how he got into making musical instruments, and the easiest way to play the flute. He also shares his journey into drumming, the different music that connects your body with the ethereal space, and how music calms the mind in all the chaos of the world.
Timestamps
[01:09] Guillermo Martinez’s background information
[04:19] How Guillermo got into music
[07:23] The artists that influenced Guillermo’s musical journey
[18:30] The importance of breath control in playing the flute
[20:01] The easiest way to play the flute
[22:44] Different flutes for different purposes
[24:12] Guillermo’s thoughts on the different frequencies
[41:22] The music that is connected to the ethereal space
[47:18] Can music calm your mind in all the chaos of the world?
Notable quotes:“Intent is important. You have to build your skills, diaphragm, breath control, and fingering to play flutes.” - Guillermo Martinez [17:26]“You are playing properly when your mind is not present.” - Guillermo Martinez [18:08]“It takes thoughts to bring things into form. Without thoughts, nothing will ever come into form.” - Scott Wright [44:12]Relevant links:
Guillermo Martinez Website: https://www.quetzalcoatlmusic.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000044892238
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quetzalcoatl13/
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In this episode of The Observatory Podcast, Hugh Vail is an explorer at the intersection of nondualism and psychology, providing a framework for embracing one's Authentic Self. He shares his transformative journey of personal growth through rewilding experiences. The discussion begins with Hugh's initial foray into rewilding and the profound growth he has encountered since then. He candidly discusses the trials and errors he faced, particularly with horses, and highlights the importance of intuition in guiding his path. Hugh's unique ability to create spaces for introspection allows others to explore their inner selves, emphasizing that everything is in a state of transition. The conversation explores how rewilding has taken Hugh to unexpected places and its impact on those around him. Themes of accountability, vulnerability, and authenticity are woven throughout Hugh's journey towards aligning with his true self.
Timestamps
[06:51] The first rewilding experience
[11:22] The growth Hugh is encountering
[15:27] Trial and errors Hugh experienced with horses
[19:01] How Hugh followed his intuition
[20:58] Hugh’s gift of opening a space where people can see and go into themselves
[23:28] Everything is always in transition
[26:46] Rewilding experience that took Hugh to a place he never expected
[33:02] The impact of rewilding on Hugh and others around him
[38:14] Accountability, vulnerability, and authenticity as part of Hugh’s journey
[41:48] The real meaning of accountability
[52:30] Hugh’s current judicial system
[59:24] The journey towards true self and authenticity
[01:06:44] Ego is protective
[01:14:29] Living in the moment
[01:16:42] The future of rewilding
[01:20:44] Repair and revival of our relationships
Notable Quotes
“There is always something underneath that layer of onion that gets to come up.” - Scott Wright [11:12]“We are never given more than what we have the capacity to handle.” - LaRae Wright [17:44]“No man ever walks in the same river twice for he is not the same man and it is not the same river.” - Hugh Vail [23:36]“The highest experience that we can have on earth is to get in alignment with our true self.” - Hugh Vail [24:48]“Your shadows are a part of what makes you whole.” - Hugh Vail [28:49]“We need a culture and a society that not only has the judicial system but also has like a healing system.” - Hugh Vail [54:43]“Self-awareness is the foundation for authenticity.” - Hugh Vail [01:01:27]“The greater the pain, the greater the lesson.” - Hugh Vail [01:15:23]
Relevant Links
Book by Michael A. Singer - The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/1572245379
Connect With Hugh VailInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hughvail/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hughvail/
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright illuminate Tom Hirons's poem "Sometimes A Wild God," tracing Scott's initial encounter with the work and its lasting impact. They talk about the concept of life experiences as teachers, with Scott sharing personal insights on how holding onto shame and guilt can amplify negative emotions. LaRae opens up about her emotional landscape, providing a personal context for their discussion. As they read through the powerful verses of "Sometimes A Wild God," Scott and LaRae unpack the universal theme of inner wildness and our struggles confronting our battles. They explore the importance of dissipating negative energies and embracing the subtle aspects of our nature that often go unnoticed.
Timestamps
[02:20] Where Scott first encountered the poem
[04:15] Seeing experiences in our lives as teachers
[06:52] LaRae’s emotional landscape
[11:11] The poem: Sometimes A Wild God by Tom Hirons
[19:40] The wild that is in all of us
[22:46] Wrestling our battles
[26:26] Dissipating negative things in our negative space
[28:30] Subtleties we need to step closer into
[32:40] Final remarks on the poem
Notable Quotes“Sometimes the things that we hold in a place of shame, guilt or darkness, it multiplies and gets bigger.” - Scott Wright [05:51]“It’s one of those poems that just continues to unfold and unfold and meet you where you are.” - Scott Wright [18:59]“The natural man is an enemy to God.” - Scott Wright [20:36]“Wherever our attention goes or what we give energy to, grows.” - LaRae Wright [24:06]“Anything that we hold in darkness brings darkness to us.” - Scott Wright [26:34]“When we allow the energy of holding something in a negative space to dissipate, it kind of loses its hold over you.” - Scott Wright [28:17]
Relevant links:
Poem: Sometimes A Wild God by Tom Hirons https://tomhirons.com/poetry/sometimes-a-wild-god
Feral Angels Press: Sometimes A Wild God by Tom Hirons https://feralangels.com/books/sometimes-a-wild-god
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In this episode of The Observatory, Merrilee Morgan, a Residential Real Estate Sales expert at Summit Sotheby's International Realty, 2023 Chair of the Greater Avenues Community Council, and Certified Life Coach, joins the conversation to explore the profound connection between our homes and our personal journeys. Merrilee shares her unique insights on understanding your home's true value and potential, emphasizing that it goes far beyond market prices and physical attributes. Drawing from her extensive experience in real estate and life coaching, she discusses how our homes serve as sanctuaries of memories, canvases for dreams, and reflections of our evolving selves. The conversation delves into various aspects of homeownership, from the emotional tapestry woven into living spaces to the importance of adapting homes for different life stages. Understanding your home's value and potential goes far beyond bricks and mortar or market prices. It's about recognizing the emotional tapestry woven into every corner of your living space.
Timestamps
[03:16] About Merrilee Morgan’s job[
05:33] Things we need to know about our houses
[10:23] Working through the process of getting your house
[13:59] Patterns Merrilee has seen over the years about homes
[21:44] Ageing in place[26:56] Making decisions while in your right mind
[32:21] Providing services from a higher vibration
[33:42] Observing ourselves
[37:27] Finding what resonates with us
[40:58] The biggest mistakes women make in their homes
[42:39] Placing value on our homes
[48:47] Ceremonies for children ready to leave their homes
[54:43] Your home as a safe space
[57:07] How to connect with Merrilee Morgan
Notable Quotes
“Everyone is very different in how they want their home to be in expression of themselves.” - LaRae Wright [04:24]“Your homes evolve as you become more aware of who you are.” - LaRae Wright [11:50]“It’s so good for our mental health to have light.” - Merrilee Morgan [24:12]“Things do work out, they do come together and everybody ends up getting what is rightfully theirs.” - Merrilee Morgan [30:04]“It’s not about you, and the more you make it about you the more it’s going to be about you inside of you.” - Scott Wright [36:31]
Connect With Merrilee Morgan
Website: https://www.merrileemorgancoaching.com/
Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/summitsir/eng/associate/820-a-545-4030842/merrilee-morgan
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrilee-morgan-27570414/
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