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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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In this episode of The Observatory, George Bumann, a professional sculptor and wildlife ecologist, joins the show to discuss communicating and listening to the world and nature and how it's constantly communicating with us. George shares insights from his book "Eavesdropping on Animals: What We Can Learn From Wildlife Conversations" and explores the importance of creating a relationship with nature. The conversation delves into instances of listening to nature, techniques for achieving stillness, and the connection between music, listening, watching, and the natural world. George, whose sculptures can be found in prestigious collections across the United States, brings a unique perspective that combines his artistic background with his deep understanding of wildlife ecology.
Timestamps
[01:51] About George Bumann
[04:00] The book - Eavesdropping on Animals: What We Can Learn From Wildlife Conversations
[07:20] Creating a relationship with nature
[16:31] Instances George observed listening to nature
[25:29] Allowing nature to be what it is
[31:30] Using our senses to focus more when we are still
[35:28] Techniques to get into stillness
[44:22] We are never well in isolation
[49:21] Yellowstone environment experience for George
[58:40] Connection between music, listening, watching, and nature
[01:03:52] George’s experience when he was dancing around the fire
[01:12:23] Getting into spaces where we explore
Notable Quotes
“In a lot of cultures the birds are the messengers, they are the ones that bring the messages to the clan or to the tribe.” - Scott Wright [13:51]“You can learn with the plants, you can learn with the animals have to teach us but that’s the big thing, is most of us just do not know how to listen anymore.” - George Bumann [14:54]“If you are darting your eyes around, the only thing you are seeing is the one thing you are looking at.” - Scott Wright [33:48]“Our culture, even our science has become so reductionist and focused on particular things.” - George Bumann [35:38]“Those broader ways of observing contexts gives you the relationship.” - George Bumann [35:52] “We live in the land of the free but we are not free.” - George Bumann [01:04:34]“Conversations can happen on so many levels beyond words.” - LaRae WrightResources Mentioned
The Book: Eavesdropping on Animals: What We Can Learn From Wildlife Conversations - George Bumann : https://www.amazon.com/Eavesdropping-Animals-Learn-Wildlife-Conversations/dp/1778400205The Book: Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants - Robin Wall Kimmerer: https://www.amazon.com/Braiding-Sweetgrass-Indigenous-Scientific-Knowledge/dp/1571313567The Book: The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music - Victor L. Wooten: https://www.amazon.com/Music-Lesson-Spiritual-Search-Through/dp/0425220931Connect With George Bumann:
https://www.georgebumann.com/
https://www.facebook.com/george.bumann.3/
https://www.ayellowstonelife.com
https://www.ayellowstonelife.com/language-of-the-wild/
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright delve into profound themes of self-awareness and personal growth. They explore how to stay present and maintain a higher vibration amidst the challenges of a time-bound society. They shed more light on the significance of connection to one's source being, the influence of early life experiences on personality development, and the importance of stepping out of comfort zones. Understanding the patterns in our lives is crucial for personal growth and self-awareness. These recurring themes often shape our decisions, relationships, and emotional responses. By recognizing these patterns, we can identify areas for improvement and develop healthier habits. Approaching this concept involves introspection, mindfulness, and a willingness to change.
Timestamps
[02:05] How to stay in the present and in a higher vibration
[07:13] Does it matter when LaRae became aware of being in existence in a human life?
[08:18] Connection to the source being
[13:30] Creating a practice or a greater awareness about yourself
[16:39] Navigating the time-bound society
[18:29] The part of your life that influences the other
[20:43] The human pattern of when the personality self starts to show up
[25:00] Getting out of your comfort zone
Notable Quotes
“There is really no such thing as unconditional love.” - LaRae Wright [12:09]“Once you start school, that’s when a lot of things start to get told to you.” - Scott Wright [21:35]“It’s important that we allow our children to have experience.” - Scott Wright [23:51]“As each of us look at our own lives and the patterns that bring us to the most discomfort, this is a perfect way to start.” - LaRae Wright [27:11]“When you do one, you realize you can do as many as you want.” - Scott Wright [27:32]
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In this episode of The Observatory, James ‘Fish’ Gill joins the show to talk about the delicate art of finding balance in relationships, particularly when dealing with challenging conversations. James, a Perth-based transformational expert in Australia, specializes in heart coaching, yoga instruction, and facilitation. He dedicates his expertise to helping couples, businesses, and community organizations rebuild trust, strengthen connections, and foster mutual understanding. As a heart coach, yoga instructor, and facilitator, James shares his insights on conscious communication, emotional management, and rebuilding trust in various relationships. He delves into the complexities of processing difficult topics, the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions, and the power of understanding our partner's true intentions.
Timestamps
[02:01] Conscious communication in relationships
[08:00] Taking the responsibility for cleaning up your side of your street
[10:45] The difference between speaking analysis and speaking our experiences
[20:09] Handling our emotions during communication in our relationships
[21:05] Assuming ill intent in your partner
[28:51] Condemning and condoning in conscious communication
[32:41] Trusting that your partner has no ill intent
[35:07] Unskillful ways in which we express our love and support for each other
[40:55] Understanding what your partner is longing for other than making you suffer
[45:18] Mechanisms that amplify conflict
[47:50] Even mindedness in relationships
[51:04] How to get someone to recognize your goodness
[01:00:50] Fish Gill’s closing remarks
[01:06:10] About Gill’s book - How To Fall In Love With HumanityNotable
Quotes:
“I don’t have any agency over what anyone else does or says or thinks or feels ever in any moment; I’ve only got agency or control over what I’m thinking, feeling, saying and doing.” - Fish Gill [05:41]“How we contribute to conflict and how we sustain it and how we even escalate it actually lies out of our view until we start to see it.” - Fish Gill [08:42]“Speaking to emotions is really the way to go.” - LaRae Wright [16:59]“There is no quicker way to escalate rapture than to assume the badness of someone.” - Fish Gill [21:55]“Human beings are motivated partly by needing our pain expressed, needing our pain diminished or needing our pain tasted by others.” - Fish Gill [33:57]“Victim and villain story is there in our psychology for the purpose of having our pain recognized.” - Fish Gill [59:30]
Relevant links:
Fish Gill Website: https://www.leadbyheart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_fish_gill/
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In this episode of The Observatory, Jake Wiseman joins the show to talk about overcoming addictions. Jake is the Owner of Lift at Station Park and a Realtor with Realtor Rodger. Hear about Jake’s journey out of opioid addiction, finding himself through psychedelic therapy, living from the inside out, how the body holds on to emotion, and the power of living in authenticity and with vulnerability.
Timestamps
[01:58] A bit about Jake.
[03:31] Jake’s changing life.
[10:59] Opioid losses.
[13:55] Making a change.
[44:34] What makes the journey worthwhile?
[53:16] Living inside-out.
[55:42] Ice baths.
[63:42] Emotions held in the body.
[71:55] Self-awareness and authenticity.
Notable quotes:
“You don’t know you’re addicted until it’s too late.” – Scott Wright [13:19]“The only way past is through.” – Jake Wiseman [52:46]“It is harder to change if you’re not trying to become more self-aware.” – LaRae Wright [72:02]Relevant Links:
Website: liftatstationpark.com.
Instagram: @wisjak_/.
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share some examples of rites, rituals, and ceremonies in their lives that they use to reach a place of presence and creation. They also explain that everybody can create their own ways to find presence. Hear the ceremonies of the past, why rites, rituals, and ceremonies are important in our lives, and the traditional rituals that we can incorporate to reach a place of presence.
Timestamps
[02:43] The ceremonies of the past
[04:20] How to find your own presence
[07:00] Scott’s way of finding his presence
[19:36] How LaRae has evolved over the months due to new rituals
[25:40] LaRae’s ritual of attending to the white roses
[31:23] Stepping out of our routines and finding our rituals
[34:05] Why rites, rituals, and ceremonies are so important
[35:20] Treating each day as sacred
[38:19] The traditional rituals that you can incorporate into your modern rituals
Notable quotes:“Presence is where the creation happens.” - Scott Wright [10:11]“Life is a ceremony.” - LaRae Wright [29:40]“Rites, rituals, and ceremonies are important because we are in a ceremony all the time.” - Scott Wright [34:03]“The sooner you can build the rites and rituals that help you stay grounded and still live a life full of experience, the better off you are.” - LaRae Wright [36:14]Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast -
In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share the multifaceted nature of time, exploring concepts such as age, presence, and the subjective experience of time's passage. They discuss how our understanding of time evolves as we grow older, the importance of being present in the moment, and the role of reflection in uncovering our true selves. Through thought-provoking insights and personal experiences, they invite listeners to reconsider their relationship with time and how it influences their lives, goals, and sense of self.
Timestamps
[02:55] The concept of age
[08:04] Being present and aware in the now
[10:21] Is time going faster in the present?
[11:50] The concept of time
[14:06] The inability to remember things
[17:17] The cream concept
[21:50] The natural process of human reflection
[26:05] Words
[33:32] Accomplishing our goals
Notable Quotes:
“Age can’t be measured in a matter of days or minutes, it is really measured in the experience.”“Experience is not a destination that you can plan to get to.”“In this life, we come to a reconciliation of who we really are.”“Reflection takes us to the place of awareness.”“Before any communication starts, there is intention.”“So much work can be accomplished effortlessly than it can through effort.”
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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share The We Two Movement, the album that Scott is releasing on the 18th of September. This album invites listeners on a unique auditory journey, blending the soothing elements of medicine music with innovative soundscapes. It is designed to heal and inspire. Hear what inspired Scott to create the album, his favorite song in the album, what LaRae loves about the album, and the titles of the songs and what they mean.
Timestamps
[02:32] The visit to Ridgway Colorado
[03:05] September 18th, the pivotal birthday for Scott
[05:45] The origin of the album that Scott is releasing on September 18
[09:27] What LaRae loves about the album
[11:28] How music has evolved over the years
[14:34] Bringing your thoughts into form
[17:52] The titles of the songs and what they mean
[23:52] Scott’s favorite song in the album
[26:14] Scotts aim of the album to the listeners
[31:08] The title of the album
[36:03] The photo on the album cover
[38:22] The artwork in the album
Notable quotes:
“Change is colorful and vibrant.” - LaRae Wright [02:09]“When you are on your struggles, it is powerful for us to reflect, whether through meditation or stillness, and understand that those who come before us experienced similar experiences.” - LaRae Wright [07:56]“All of life is vibration.” - LaRae Wright [11:43]“Thought is brought into form through words.” - Scott Wright [14:19]“Music is the medicine.” - Scott Wright [26:27]
Scott Wright on Spotify
Scott Wright on Apple Music
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In this episode of The Observatory, Jeremy and Karenin Robinson join the show to talk about their journey with psychedelics and plant medicine. Hear about reconciling psychedelics and LDS practices, moving away from religion, how plant medicine helps to let go of trauma and negativity, finding comfort in not knowing, what to expect with psychedelics for the first time, and their experience with Katy Perry and the Kardashians.
Timestamps
[01:47] About Jeremy and Karenin.
[05:46] Karenin’s journey through trauma.
[09:19] Plant medicine and forgiveness.
[10:38] Letting go of hate.
[20:20] Psychedelics and the LDS.
[42:50] The comfort of mystery.
[53:00] Experiencing psychedelics for the first time.
[64:24] "The Katy Perry thing"
Notable quotes:
“Impermanence is a very real thing.” - Karenin Robison [12:35]“There’s power in saying ‘I don’t know.‘” - Jeremy Robison [22:12]“The next message you need is always right where you are.” - Jeremy Robison [63:40]
Relevant Links:
Website: www.flexliving.net. shroombeach.com.
Instagram: @flexliving.
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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.
Timestamps:
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, Scott and LaRae Wright share their journeys in life and how they have been supporting each other and overcoming the inner need to be right. Hear what right and wrong really mean, the importance of having a society that allows people to make mistakes, and what society can learn from the COVID-19 pandemic. They also share the idea of a cubicle, how Scott got into music, and the importance of listening to your inner voice.
Timestamps
[02:26] Scott’s inner need to be right
[06:11] What right and wrong really means
[13:17] The importance of having a society that allows people to make mistakes
[16:00] What the society can learn from the COVID-19 pandemic
[19:18] How LaRae overcomes her need to be right
[29:55] The idea of a cubicle
[38:34] How Scott started playing music
[45:15] The importance of listening to your inner voice
[50:00] How Scott and LaRae have been supporting each other
Notable quotes:“The thoughts that we create, they create our reality.” - LaRee Wright [04:30]“The lines between right and wrong or good and evil have been blurred because the things we held in a negative space are now just a perspective.” - Scott [08:19]“Right and wrong has a huge grey area. There are fewer definitions of what is right and wrong.” - LaRae [10:30]“If you are happy in your cubicle, stay in your cubicle.” - Scott [30:07]Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast -
In this episode of The Observatory, Krista James joins the show to talk about reclaiming your truth. Krista is an intuition coach, helping guide people to reconnect with their inner knowing and reclaim their truths. Hear about how Krista became interested in exploring tarot, her significant faith transition, the freedom that came from letting go, the widespread purity culture, Krista’s experience getting into burlesque dancing, and the power of doing shadow work.
Timestamps
[03:13] A bit about Krista.
[07:40] Exploring tarot.
[12:01] Krista’s faith transition.
[28:51] Knowing what to keep and what to let go.
[33:26] Krista’s wild self.
[36:17] Permission to express fully.
[40:20] Exploration and curiosity.
[45:44] Purity culture.
[56:31] Doing shadow work.
[61:57] Challenging our own conditioning.
Notable quotes:
“Instead of leaning away from discomfort, what if you lean in?” – Krista James [56:39]“Be curious about the meaning that you tie to things.” – Krista James [62:09]“It’s a constant journey.” – Krista James [70:36]
Relevant Links:
Website: yourintuitivealignment.com.
Instagram: @yourintuitivealignment.
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In this revisited episode of The Observatory, Beau Oyler joins the show to talk about expanding his spirituality in the LDS church. Hear about Beau’s journey to his awakening, growing and healing with psychedelics, living in the Middle Way, expanding spirituality within the church, and his transformational experience in the Himalayas.
Timestamps
[01:56] Beau in the Himalayas.
[06:15] A bit about Beau.
[18:35] Breaking down the orthodoxy.
[21:44] The awakening.
[30:49] Beau’s changing perspective.
[39:14] The psychedelic experiences.
[57:26] The Middle Way.
[67:06] Expanding spirituality.
[79:48] Reflecting on the Himalaya trek.
Notable quotes:
“We can decide to live in fear, or we can decide to live in love.” – Scott Wright [28:05]“It isn’t about the answers. It’s about the exploration.” – LaRae Wright [72:02]“To see and be seen. That’s what we want.” – Beau Oyler [77:59]
Relevant Links:
Website: www.enlisteddesign.com.
LinkedIn: Beau Oyler
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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, Scott and LaRae discuss their experiences in Maui. They share their experience on the road to Hana, their experience with the sunset crew, the conversations they had with the young women from the crew, and their most meaningful takeaways from the trip. They also talk about the book; Universal Human, the love-based community in Maui, and advise the younger generation.
Timestamps
[02:50] The people Scott and LaRae interviewed in Maui
[03:32] Their experience on the road to Hana
[13:14] Their experience with the sunset crew
[15:49] Their conversation with the young women from the crew
[22:17] LaRae’s most meaningful takeaways from her experience in Maui
[30:20] About the book: Universal Human
[32:26] The love-based community in Maui
[36:18] The layers of fear
[42:35] Advice to the yonder generation
Notable quotes:
“Sometimes. We all reach that point where we are either too tired or too frustrated that we don’t act how we usually act.” - Scott [09:50]“Our goal as we age is to reach out more and have meaningful relationships.” - Scott [11:39]“We are more similar than we are different.” - LaRae [27:56]“The acute awareness of what we experience within ourselves is what life is, not the outside experience.” Scott [34:48]Relevant links:
The book: Universal Human
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In this episode of The Observatory, Michell and Shiloh Powers join the show to discuss the emotional and psychological impact of the Lahaina fire on its residents, how individuals and families are coping with their losses, the support systems in place, and the steps being taken to address their well-being in the aftermath of the disaster. Michell is a Spiritual Channel and Teacher who is now dedicated to helping families experiencing grief from losing loved ones, homes, and property. Hear how the fire started, how people managed to get out of Lahaina despite the heavy traffic, the state of Lahaina now, and how people are coping with life.
Timestamps
[03:42] The Lahaina fire that happened last August
[09:08] How the fire started
[13:00] The first time Shiloh and Michell heard about the fire
[18:05] How people managed to get out of Lahaina despite the heavy traffic
[21:42] The state of Lahaina now
[23:39] The timeline for people to get back in and start rebuilding
[29:00] How people are coping with life after the fire
[33:58] How Michell got into volunteer work
[40:00] Government support, insurance companies, and well-wishers
[44:38] The work that Michell does to help the affected families
[47:09] The spiritual masterclasses that Michell offers
[55:26] Strengthening our intuition and following it
Notable quotes:
“80% of the homes and 10-15% of the commercial businesses in Lahaina are now cleared.” - Shiloh Powers [22:00]“Everything around Lahaina is beautiful. You will almost think that the town was not burnt down.” - Shiloh Powers [27:19]“You cannot go anywhere on this island and not see how the fire affected somebody.” - Shiloh Powers [32:40]“Intuition is the most important thing we should focus on right now.” - Michell Powers [47:16]
Relevant links:
The book: Universal Human
Michell Powers Website: https://michellpowers.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellpowers/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichellPowersAngels
If you're able to help, please Support Lahaina families in need. This Link shares the Venmo's of over 900 families who lost their homes and loved ones in Lahaina! Go to @lahaina_ohana_venmo to support individual families or if possible, donate to feedmysheepmaui.com or mauifoodbank.org
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In this episode of The Observatory, Melissa Watts joins the show to discuss how to break free from the constant need for others' approval. She explains how many people tie their self-worth to things like social media likes or career success and introduces ways to cultivate unconditional self-worth. Melissa is a Personal and Business Growth Coach. She is also the Founder of Hello Darling and Lash Bar, a company that uplifts and empowers women locally and internationally. Hear how Melissa got to Maui, got into kiteboarding and ayurveda and the importance of feeling worthy of who you are. She also shares the importance of listening to your intuition and discovering new ways of being.
Timestamps
[01:54] Melissa Watts’s background information and why she got to Maui
[04:42] How Melissa got into kiteboarding
[07:13] The question that goes through Melissa’s mind every time she goes back to the outside world from Maui
[08:30] The biggest lesson for Melissa now
[11:26] Melissa’s journey of discovering new ways of being
[20:51] Listening to your intuition
[30:00] Feeling worthy of who you are
[42:03] How today’s podcast actually happened
[44:30] Being less about staying comfortable and more about the joy of discomfort
[46:05] The type of coaching that Melissa does
[50:00] What’s next for Melissa?
Notable quotes:“We are not human doings. We are human beings.” - Melissa Watts [10:21]“Our minds and bodies are so powerful at keeping us safe.” - Melissa Watts [23:29]“When things are centred in love instead of fear, we don’t need governments and religions because love is self-organizing.” - Scott Wright [25:43]“If you are striving for something to make you worthy, you get damaged.” - Melissa Watts [28:21]Relevant links:
Melissa Watts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellodarlinglife/
Website: https://hellodarlinglife.com/
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We have amassed so many new listeners that this week we are excited to reintroduce you to your hosts, Scott & LaRae Wright!
The idea of a podcast was an idea that we have wanted to do for a long time and now here we are, with a few more years of learning under our belt, which has helped because over the last 5 years we have gone through a lot, including Covid, a lot of world change, and change within our families. There has been some heartache, a lot of laughter, and every day we learn to love a little bit deeper. Larae led the corporate warrior life and Scott worked in finance, but in 2016 we decided to make a change and pursue a more meaningful path where we could discover more purpose. We’re excited to explore and share the deep insights and learning we experience with you.
Who we are 1:10
A big turning point for us in 2016 5:50
Coaching and mentoring 12:01
Music 14:06
Sharing the principles we have learned 24:44
“We want to plant seeds that point in the direction and for each one of you to just have more the courage and the strength to find those answers and to know that the journey into that discovery, the dark cave that you don’t want to go into, holds that treasure and that the treasure is really worth putting in the time and the effort to find it.” 19:24 - Näytä enemmän
