What does hitting 10K on TikTok, the dark side of K-pop, and being mugged in NYC have in common? In this deeply personal episode, I unravel the thread that connects personal milestones to profound spiritual realizations. I introduce my philosophy of "Radical Non Transactionlism" — the act of helping strangers for no reason — and explain why I believe it's the highest physical expression of unity consciousness.

We journey through my late ADHD diagnosis, stories of navigating violence and panic through meditation, and a cosmic vision from the Buddha Vairocana that revealed the multiverse to me. This all leads to a startling theory: that we might all be on our deathbeds right now, witnessing our lives in a miraculous flash of synchronicity and meaning.

This is about finding the light within the darkness and understanding that love isn't just a nice idea; it's the fundamental fabric of reality we experience in our final moments.

In this deeply personal episode, we dive into the heart of life's transitions. From the lesson of finding joy in a new apartment from a wise little dog to the neurodivergent struggle with small talk and conformity, we explore the spaces between where we were and where we're going.

The core of the discussion revolves around the power of quitting, and why leaving a toxic job or relationship is one of the highest acts of self-love and a reclaiming of your personal power. We explore how to listen to the wisdom of your body, which often holds the answer long before your mind catches up, and offer a simple breath practice to release stored tension and pain.

We also discuss the importance of breaking free from transactional thinking, the radical act of helping strangers, and why the only thing that will matter on your deathbed is love.

The episode concludes with a full, guided session of the Wim Hof breathing method, a powerful physiological tool to calm your nervous system, reduce stress, and gain a glimpse of mindful clarity.

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What if what you are seeking is also seeking you? In this episode, we explore this idea through a personal story of a chance meeting that led to a wild TV show pitch about CIA UFO hoaxes in the 1960s.

We then dive into a eclectic mix of philosophical musings, including:

• Why I consider myself a "Dowist Existentialist" who believes we create our own reality.

• The misunderstood Eastern concept of karma across multiple lifetimes vs. the Western view.

• The surprisingly humble and true story of the Buddha's death by food poisoning.

• Why you should consider putting a mirror on your altar to worship your own highest self.

• The different origins of folded prayer hands in East and West.

The episode concludes with a powerful guided meditation where you'll learn to cultivate "Tonglen" energy and practice alongside infinite other versions of yourself across the multiverse. Remember, all is love.

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Death isn’t morbid—it’s what makes existence profound. In this episode, we discuss:

• Buddhist "death meditation" (maranasati) and why avoiding death robs life of meaning.

• The "untimely death video" practice—recording annual goodbye messages to cherish life (and leave closure).

• Personal stories: Dementia improv, ripped pants at a funeral, and how my grandfather’s death taught me presence.

• Reframing trauma: Why we misremember our past and how to reclaim our narratives.

• Marvel’s fatal flaw: How reversing death killed emotional stakes in modern storytelling.

• ADHD, daddy issues, and divine downloads: Unpacking why we help others and the illusions of time.

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Enlightenment doesn’t come from the top—it starts when you hit bottom. In this episode, we talk about:
- The fine line between love (freedom) and obsession (control)
- How betrayal, stolen bikes, and hospital trauma shape our path
- A sci-fi story (The Cubby) about psychics seeing alternate realities
- Why everyone is secretly 12 years old (and how to talk to them like it)

- Writing as spellcasting, the power of boredom, and why kindness isn’t easy
Plus: Why there are no adults, only infinite play.No dogma, no membership fees. Just street-level spirituality.
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What happens when a self-described "Guru Killer" raised by ghosts and existentialism gets tapped by a cosmic Buddha to spread dharma through fiction? In this episode, I share my surreal journey: surviving a helicopter hospital trip at age 3, hacking sleep paralysis to astral project, and a vision that revealed the multiversal nature of enlightenment (yes, Marvel got something right).

We’ll also cover:

• How to turn nightmares into lucid dreaming

• Why tarot works like dream analysis

• The "Tongen" breath technique (breathe in suffering, exhale love)

• How boredom unlocks creativity (my 12-year-old self’s accidental enlightenment)

• Why I rejected being a "prophet" (but became one anyway)

No dogma, no membership fees—just street-level spirituality.

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Why trying to "save" people often backfires—and what to do instead (hint: let them "bounce" on their own)

Creativity as spiritual channeling—how to tap into the unconscious like the surrealists did

Social media's double-edged sword—why it drains dopamine but can be hacked for daily creative practice

My personal story of betrayal—how getting cheated on (and publicly humiliated) launched my film career

"Mantra Washes" and meditation tricks—new tools to reprogram your mind during mundane tasks

The "10% rule" of radical kindness—why non-transactional giving makes you magnetic

This episode is for you if:

• You've ever tried to "fix" someone (and failed)

• You feel social media is rotting your creativity

• You want to turn pain into art (not bitterness)

• You're ready to let go of old identities

  
  

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Discussion Question:"What's your 'bounce from darkness' story? When did hitting bottom actually help you?"

In this episode of the Dharma Dank Podcast, we explore the power of the stories we tell—and how mastering storytelling can transform your life.

Learn why your most specific, personal stories are the most universal, and how this truth can help you land a job, give a speech, or connect deeply with others. We’ll cover resume and cover letter hacks, job interview strategies, and the art of making your story unforgettable.

We close with a guided meditation to reweave your past, future, and present into the timeline you truly need—a mix of breathwork, visualization, and intention-setting to align with your highest self.

Topics in this episode:

• How to make your personal story universal

• Resume and cover letter secrets that get noticed

• Public speaking and job interview hacks

• Why charisma ≠ morality (and how to spot the difference)

• Guided meditation for reweaving your story and manifesting change