Are you a parent dealing with overwhelmed or feeling that you’re not doing enough for your kids? 

In this conversation with psychologist and parenting specialist Dr. Nelly Farnoody Zahiri, we explore the missing piece in most parenting approaches: self-compassion. Drawing from her 14 years of practice and personal journey as a mother of 3 children (including twins), Dr. Nelly reveals why extending kindness to yourself isn't just nice—it's essential for raising emotionally healthy children. Together, we unpack the real challenges of parenting beyond the theory, including how to work with your nervous system, understand your child's unique temperament, and break free from generational patterns that no longer serve you.

Are you curious about how to use AI to support your spiritual growth ? 

In a world where technology often feels like it's pulling us away from our spiritual essence, this episode reveals a surprising truth: algorithms and AI might actually serve as bridges to higher consciousness. Ben and Mitra explore how the very tools we fear are making us "less human" could become unexpected allies in our spiritual evolution.

Are you tired of your mind’s tendency of constantly judging others? 

This episode explores the exhausting cycle of judgment that runs constantly in the background of our minds - judging ourselves, others, and fearing their judgment of us. Through vulnerable sharing and practical wisdom, they reveal what judgment is protecting us from and how we can harness our mind’s tendency to judge as a springboard for our growth and healing. 

What if the forces keeping you stuck aren't outside you—but inside your own mind?

In this solo episode, Mitra uses The Matrix film as a powerful lens to explore the invisible systems that keep us asleep to our true potential. She reveals how we each carry inner characters—the seeker, the guide, the lover, and the doubter—and how recognizing these aspects of ourselves can lead to genuine awakening. This isn't about escaping reality, but learning to navigate life with conscious awareness instead of unconscious patterns.

Do you sometimes lose it over small things yet handle much bigger challenges with ease?

In this episode, Benjamin and Mitra explore how unhealed childhood wounds show up in your adult life—from perfectionism to relationship insecurities to unexpected emotional meltdowns. Through a surprising story about a powerful CEO's breakdown and their own vulnerable sharing, they reveal how these hidden parts of yourself create invisible blockages that keep you stuck.

Are there certain habits you have spent years trying to break but have made little to no progress? 

You know that pattern - in relationships, work, or social situations - that keeps repeating despite your efforts to fix it. In this episode, Ben and Mitra reveal why forcing change often backfires and offer a radically different lens for seeing persistent habits. Through personal stories of transformation, they show how shifting your relationship with patterns might be the missing key.

Are there certain desires you have that seem to constantly evade you? 

In this episode, Ben and Mitra explore why manifestation works beautifully in some life areas while failing miserably in others. Through vulnerable sharing and practical wisdom, they uncover the hidden conflicts that block us from achieving our goals and reveal how to know when you're forcing versus allowing synchronicity to work for you.

What if your darkest moments in life are a doorway to your deepest transformation?

In this episode, Ben and Mitra explore what happens when our usual ways of finding peace stop working and everything feels uncertain. They share personal stories and ancient wisdom about why these challenging periods might actually be sacred invitations rather than problems to fix. It's an honest conversation about learning to befriend the very experiences we usually try to escape.

Are you tired of trying to manage other’s emotions while losing touch with your own needs?

In this conversation, trauma recovery expert Mary Richardson joins Ben and Mitra to explore the hidden patterns of codependence that keep us trapped in exhausting relationship cycles. Through raw personal stories—from childhood survival strategies to adult relationship struggles—they reveal how taking responsibility for others' feelings often means abandoning ourselves. You'll discover why setting boundaries isn't about controlling others, but about honoring your own needs, and learn the crucial difference between healthy interdependence and draining codependence.

Does the thought of death trigger you ? 

What if that fear is secretly running your life and preventing you from finding the joy and inner peace you desire?

In this episode, Ben reveals how his fear of dying was tangled up with shame and the terror of never living as his true self. Mitra shares what she's witnessed sitting with people in their final moments, and why death looks nothing like we imagine. Together, they explore a powerful eulogy-writing practice that helps uncover what you're truly meant to do with your life. This isn't about dying—it's about finally living.

Are you tired of reacting the same way to certain people or situations, even when you know it's not helping?

In this conversation, Ben and Mitra explore shadow work: turning toward the parts of ourselves we'd rather avoid. Ben shares his struggles with irrational reactions, while Mitra offers a three-step framework for working with activated patterns. Discover why your most difficult reactions exist for a reason, how lingering discomfort after interactions is actually useful information, and what to do when old fears try to run the show.

Are you looking for a way to release emotional “stuckness” without more thinking and analyzing? 

Ben and Mitra explore how art becomes a healing practice that helps you process emotions and get to clarity about almost any issue you feel stuck on. You'll learn why messy, imperfect artistic expression in any form (movement, painting, singing, etc) often brings the deepest clarity, and discover simple ways to start expressing yourself—no talent required. If you've ever said "I'm just not an artist" or felt like creativity is a luxury you can't afford, this episode will shift everything.

What if the conflicts you're avoiding could become your greatest teachers?

Ben and Mitra explore the difference between fighting to win versus fighting to grow. Through personal stories, they reveal how shifting from fear to curiosity transforms any disagreement into an opportunity for deeper understanding. Discover why the energy you bring to conflict matters more than any technique, and how taking responsibility for your inner experience frees you from needing others to change.

What if your inner critic is actually trying to protect you—and you can learn to work with it instead of against it? 

We all have that inner voice that tells us we're not good enough, smart enough, or capable enough. In this episode, Ben and Mitra explore the true nature of your inner critic through raw, honest conversation about their own struggles with these relentless internal voices. You'll discover why fighting your inner critic only makes it stronger, and learn a completely different approach that transforms your relationship with self-doubt from the inside out. Through gentle inquiry and practical tools, they show you how to find the wisdom hidden within your harshest internal judge—and finally create some peace in your own mind.

Are you tired of trying to force your way through life, or frustrated by feeling unable to take action?

In this honest conversation, Ben and Mitra dive into the masculine and feminine principles that shape how we move through life. Ben reveals his current struggle with rigidity and control while Mitra offers gentle wisdom about working with our inner masculine and feminine energies. This episode cuts through the confusion about gender roles to focus on the practical energetic principles that can transform how you approach work, relationships, and daily decisions.

Do you secretly feel like you're somehow flawed and will never be good enough ? 

In this episode, Ben gets vulnerable about his years-long battle with what felt like endless anxiety and self-criticism before realizing it was actually shame in disguise. Together with Mitra, they explore how shame hides behind the things we think make us "good people"—like perfectionism and people-pleasing—and what it takes to actually break free from it for good. You'll hear about the mindset shifts that changed everything for Ben, the traps that he fell into along the way, and the surprisingly simple steps you can take now to start this work without getting lost in the overwhelm that often comes with looking at our deeper patterns.

What if the very thing you've been praying for has already knocked on your door three times, but you missed it each time?

You know that frustrating feeling when you're stuck wanting something to change in your life - whether it's finding the right relationship, getting unstuck professionally, or solving a persistent problem - yet nothing seems to be working despite your best efforts? This episode reveals why the opportunities you're seeking might already be present, just not in the form you expected them to take.

What if the very thing you've been praying for has already knocked on your door three times, but you missed it each time?

You know that frustrating feeling when you're stuck wanting something to change in your life - whether it's finding the right relationship, getting unstuck professionally, or solving a persistent problem - yet nothing seems to be working despite your best efforts? This episode reveals why the opportunities you're seeking might already be present, just not in the form you expected them to take.

Are you faced with the anticipation of death of someone or something in your life?

In this episode, we sit with the mystery of death—not just the death of a person, but all the endings and transitions that life asks of us. Mitra and Ben explore how our relationship with dying—in all its forms—can shape the way we live, love, and let go. From quiet reflections to surprising truths, the conversation unfolds with curiosity and warmth. It’s an invitation to listen in, not just with your ears, but with your whole being

How do you keep calm and stay neutral when everyone around you is taking sides?

In this thoughtful episode, Mitra and Ben dive into what it really means to stay neutral when emotions run high and opinions clash. They share personal insights about navigating tricky moments, balancing heartfelt compassion with honest self-checks. Along the way, they discuss why choosing neutrality doesn't mean being passive, but rather stepping into a place of true inner strength.