Published Jan 12, 2025

How to Be More Alive with Cole Arthur Riley (Best Of)

Dive into an enriching conversation with Cole Arthur Riley as she unravels the intricate ties between spirituality, identity, and belonging, highlighting the power of intergenerational storytelling and the importance of embracing our embodied selves in fostering deep human connections.

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- How can one connect with their authentic integrity or life's purpose, and how can we distinguish this from immediate gratification that will ultimately not satisfy us, as discussed in episode #389: Evolve or Repeat: How to Grow Without Abandoning Ourselves and the clip Embracing Inner Voice?
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- What is the key to feeling connected in the episode #295: The Alchemy of Initiation with Francis Weller and the clip Finding Belonging?
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- Why is it important to move from looking for love and fulfillment externally to finding it within and projecting it to the world, as discussed in episode #196: Become the Hero of Your Story with Drew Manning and the clip Embracing Uncertainty? Are there studies proving this? What are the views of the Art of Living, Sadhguru, Vedic philosophy, and the Bhagavad Gita on this topic?
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- Why do I feel like I am losing myself?
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- How can I navigate feelings of exclusion while maintaining my authenticity, considering I've never been accepted because I look different? This question is related to the episode What Makes A Real Man? | Lewis Howes on Impact Theory and the clip Overcoming Isolation, as well as the episode #249: What Kids Really Need with Donovan Taylor Hall and the clip Healing and Authenticity.
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- Do you feel afraid now sometimes, like by what, in relation to the episode James Altucher: In Order To Be Successful You Must Do This | Lewis Howes and the clip Overcoming Fear?
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- Who came on to the podcast as a guest that has classes that change the way people think and feel?
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- How to learn a new language?
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- What is the best way to learn a new language?
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- How to learn languages
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- How can I learn a foreign language?
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- What is the best way to learn a language?
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- How to learn a second language
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- What does he say about developing a new self-identity?
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- What is the immense value of spending time in nature and detaching from everyday life as discussed in episode #116: Witness The Miraculous - Solo Episode and the clip Awakening to Self?
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How to Be More Alive with Cole Arthur Riley (Best Of)

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Spiritual ContemplationCole Arthur Riley, a writer and poet, explores the profound connections between spirituality, identity, and vulnerability. She shares insights on recognizing the divine within and embracing awe and fear as part of the human experience.

Spiritual Contemplation

Intergenerational StorytellingCole Arthur Riley explores the profound influence of family stories on identity and the power of storytelling for cultural connection. She shares insights on dignity, honor, and the transformative potential of writing.

Intergenerational Storytelling

Concepts of BelongingCole Arthur Riley examines the intricate relationship between belonging, identity, and the need for communal validation. She shares personal stories that highlight the importance of questioning societal norms and embracing vulnerability to foster genuine connections.

Concepts of Belonging

Embodied IdentityCole Arthur Riley explores the profound connection between body awareness and personal identity, emphasizing the risks of disconnection. She also delves into the concept of dignity as a fundamental aspect of liberation and self-worth.

Embodied Identity

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