The Ageless Wisdom Mystery School with Michael Benner
458 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsA self-awareness podcast exploring why we think, feel, and act the way we do.
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Self-Love
October 15, 2013 23:25 - 21 minutes - 10.3 MBSelf-Love is an awareness that All Things exist as eminations of Divine Love. Emotional love does not come from others. Instead, those we love stimulate the Divine Love through us. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Unfolding Consciousness
October 13, 2013 06:35 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBConsciousness is a variable, the relative degree to which one is awake and aware. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Surfing your Brainwaves
September 25, 2013 05:10 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBThe frequency of the brain's electrical activity correspondents to various states of awareness. Learn to tune in the peak performance states for particular activities. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Re-Parenting Yourself
September 19, 2013 02:16 - 25 minutes - 12 MBOften, when we become hurt, upset or angry, only a small part of what we feel is the direct result of the present stimulus. More often than not, the bulk of what hurts is the result of false assumptions made in childhood, but forgotten long ago. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelB...
Karma and the Law of Attraction
September 10, 2013 06:58 - 25 minutes - 12 MBActually the Law of Attraction is the Law of Karma by a different name. Though ignored in the 2006 book and DVD called The Secret by Rhona Byrne, one should always use the Law of Attraction for the greater good rather than to improve the life of an individual or karma will generate circumstances to demonstrate the folly of ignoring one's impact on others. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs vis...
Finding Courage
August 28, 2013 07:05 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBThis webinar on courage features a piece of news sound from an elementary school take-over by a mentally deranged shooter with an AK-47 and 500 rounds. In this 911 call, we hear the school's bookkeeper persuade the shooter to surrender and learn what courage sounds like. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please...
Memory Skills
August 21, 2013 20:51 - 26 minutes - 12.5 MBAn introduction to memory development, the secrets of attention and visualization, plus remembering to remember. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Sports Psychology & Peak Performance
August 07, 2013 18:00 - 25 minutes - 12 MBThis class outlines the basics of sports psychology including breath control, relaxation, visualization and -- during play, if not in practice sessions -- a non-judgemental attitude. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Virtues and Vices
July 30, 2013 22:01 - 24 minutes - 8.75 MBBeyond simply favoring virtue over vice, this class discusses the importance of finding the appropriate balance between the extremes of vice and virtue. Not only can one be excessive in virtue, such as courage to the point of being foolhardy, but there are also times when a bit of vice is called for, such as deceiving a person who behaves with evil intent. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs vi...
Differences between Thoughts and Feelings
July 25, 2013 03:53 - 24 minutes - 8.39 MBDiscussing of six distinc differences plus the interplay of our mental and emotional natures. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
The Path of Happiness
July 16, 2013 03:53 - 25 minutes - 12 MBIn this class we discuss "happiness for no reason" -- including the three basic principles of seven streams of happiness. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
If Not Your Ego, Who Are You?
July 09, 2013 03:53 - 26 minutes - 11.9 MBThere are actually two parts to each of us -- a fear-based ego and a love-based Higher Self or Soul. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Dreaming - Day and Night
July 02, 2013 03:53 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBAn overview of the phenomenal nature of dreams - day, night and lucid. Also, how to incubate, remember and understand them. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Intro to the Ageless Wisdom
June 25, 2013 03:53 - 25 minutes - 8.98 MBDescribing two of the key prinicples in the Ageless Wisdom philosophy also known as mysticism or esoteric philosophy. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Appreciating Your Life
June 18, 2013 03:53 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBDiscussing the five most common regrets expressed by people who are dying, we explain how to avoid such regrets and, instead, enhance the richness and value of your life. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Your Attachment to Desire
June 11, 2013 03:53 - 26 minutes - 11.1 MBHolding on is what people do when they're alienated & afraid. We are spiritual beings set adrift in a material world of separated forms. Craving connection and a sense of belonging, we grasp at straws unaware of the Oneness hidden behind our fear. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.Michae...
Narrow Awake is More Aware
May 28, 2013 03:53 - 26 minutes - 11.1 MBThere is a place between wide awake and asleep where consciousness is focused, expanded and elevated. Secondly, we learn in this class that concentration is a relaxation skill. Further, it is allowed rather than the result of any effort. It requires one to feel truly safe. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects plea...
Awareness-based Activism
May 26, 2013 03:53 - 26 minutes - 11.1 MBThe assumption that all socio-economic reform is ultimately political in nature is untrue. In fact, most reformers are motivated by their conscience rather than some political agenda. Here are tools and tips for education and awakening your family, friends and neighbors to raise conscious awareness of solutions waiting for implementation. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.Foc...
You're Not What You Think
May 25, 2013 03:53 - 24 minutes - 11.1 MBLike water to fish, we are so immersed in awareness that we often forget that thought, emotion, & behavior are all dependent upon our particular level of awareness, which varies from time to time. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
The Kingdoms of Nature
May 21, 2013 03:53 - 23 minutes - 11.1 MBThe Earth's ecosystem is used in this class to explain the harmony between unity & diversity. Just as a single, planetary life-support system relies upon a diversity of plant & animal species, the holistic nature of the Universe as Spirit relies upon the presence of countless unique material components. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more abou...
Intro to Accelerated Learning
April 29, 2013 16:36 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBAccelerated Learning is "how to learn," more than "what to learn." It teaches the use of a stress-free, narrow-awake state to expand awareness, enhance concentration, improve memory, insight & understanding. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
How to Manage Your Stress
April 26, 2013 01:01 - 25 minutes - 12 MBThis class explains what stress is, where it comes from and how to manage it. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Unity, Duality & the Middle Way
April 19, 2013 15:20 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBThis class explains how a single, unified cosmos manifests as masculine & feminine polarities, particularly in the cyclic nature of all energy. Plus the magic of relative truth found in the both-ness of polarities that are not opposite, but complimentary. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://...
Raising your Inner Child
April 11, 2013 19:23 - 25 minutes - 12 MBThis class introduces a basic visualization technique for healing childhood hurt through Inner Child therapy. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Who's Driving Your Car?
March 28, 2013 05:25 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBMost people act because they feel like it. Thoughts come later, often with regret. This class suggests we become aware of our thoughts, then our feelings, then choose to initiate a behavior. Ego should ride "shotgun" and never be allowed to replace the conscious self in the driver's seat. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's oth...
Pain Control & Accelerated Healing
March 21, 2013 15:07 - 24 minutes - 11.2 MBUsually called Guided Imagery, Self-hypnosis or Hypno-anesthesia, the mystery of using the mind-body connection to manage pain & speed healing is explained in this class. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
The Qualities of Love
March 04, 2013 18:55 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBThis class intro defines & discusses both the ebb & flow of emotional love, and the unconditional nature of spiritual Love as levels of consciousness. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
What is Higher Consciousness?
February 27, 2013 16:40 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBHigher Consciousness or Expanded Awareness are references to the relative level of an individual's "self-awareness." Similar to yoga's "chakra" system or even Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, the degree of an individual's conscious awareness has to do with his/her ability to transmute fear into love and to shift focus from the external world to the internal universe as a path to Unified Consciousness. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To...
How to Win an Argument
February 19, 2013 17:18 - 23 minutes - 11.1 MBThe secret to winning an argument is to help your apparent opponent win your understanding. You need not agree. At which point, it's much more likely you'll get the understanding you really want. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Already in Heaven & Hell
February 13, 2013 18:12 - 25 minutes - 12 MBMuch older than the Catholic & Protestant belief that God makes new souls upon conception is the theorem that the soul pre-exists and extends into form upon incarnation. If so, every human soul is already in heaven and, in a sense, heaven is in each of us now. This class also explores the contention that hell is existence in physical form when we pursue materialism rather than develop our spiritual awareness. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information....
Intro to Emotional Intelligence
February 07, 2013 20:13 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBThis class introduces the basics of Emotional Intelligence in four parts -- self-awareness, emotional management, empathy & relationship management. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Commander to Coach
January 30, 2013 03:54 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBMost bosses manage like parents, using fear & intimidation to drive their workforce. This old school, authoritarian model extracts a costly toll in poor performance & high employee turn-over. New enlightened managers coach their employees, empowering them to grow -- actually training people to replace them as they move up. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.c...
The Spiritual Warrior
January 15, 2013 19:35 - 24 minutes - 11.5 MBA Spiritual Warrior kills only his false self or "ego." He seeks to conquer his self-ignorance and thereby become fearless. He wields a sword of Truth & carries a shield of Love. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Getting Unstuck
January 08, 2013 00:11 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBYou're not really stuck, you're holding on -- to muscular tension, obsessive thoughts & unresolved hurt. Find out how to let go through self-realization. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
What Do You Care About?
January 02, 2013 18:47 - 58 minutes - 27 MBMichael Benner & his wife Doreen Key substitute host on KPFK-FM and taking phone calls from listeners discussing, "What you care about & why?" Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
The Vicious Cycle of Fear & Violence
December 18, 2012 23:45 - 22 minutes - 10.6 MBPeople who buy guns say they're arming themselves against danger, but in most cases they are responding to fear of the unknown, which is not dangerous at all. And threats of violence do not reduce personal fear. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
Michael Benner interviewed by Nita Vallens
December 12, 2012 15:25 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBNita & listeners question Michael about Personal & Spiritual Development -- stress reduction, mindfulness, emotional intelligence and the principles of Ageless Wisdom. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
The Secrets of Setting Goals
December 09, 2012 19:43 - 26 minutes - 12.5 MBYou can't know "what to do" until you know what you want. The purpose of a goal is to determine a direction. Goals must be clear, detailed & specific. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
The Material & Spiritual Kingdoms of Nature
December 09, 2012 19:41 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBHere is a description of the three basic material kingdoms plus a model that puts humanity above the animal kingdom and, additionally, a five-fold model that suggests the emergence of a fifth Kingdom of Soul-infused Human Beings. Beyond that, this class also reviews the spiritual kingdoms of various religions & philosophies. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.co...
The Magnetic Nature of Consciousness
November 17, 2012 21:31 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBThe so called Law of Attraction is less about the way thought attracts objects, circumstances & relationships. It is essentially about the magnetic nature of consciousness which attracts the thoughts that attracts the physical results. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com.
What is Mysticism?
November 15, 2012 21:29 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBCreation exists as both the One and the Many, as Cause and effect, as Spirit and matter. Love is the Middle Way. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com. Program number 64 in the series.
The Five Talents #5
November 13, 2012 21:18 - 28 minutes - 13 MBThis fifth talent runs through and unifies the first four. Detached mindfulness is paying attention in the moment, on purpose, without judgement. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com. Program number 63 in the series.
The Five Talents #4
November 11, 2012 21:15 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBThere are only two problems. Either you know what you want, but not how to get it, or you simply do not know what you want. In both cases, follow your heart. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com. Program number 62 in the series.
The Five Talents #3
November 09, 2012 21:12 - 26 minutes - 12.5 MBYour emotional feelings are done to you. They are responses to what's been done to you. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com. Program number 61 in the series.
The Five Talents #2
November 07, 2012 21:09 - 28 minutes - 13.4 MBLogic reasons from general to specific. Conceptual Understanding requires one to reason from specific to general -- largely, a matter of intuition. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com. Program number 60 in the series.
The First of the Five Talents
November 05, 2012 21:06 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBThe Five Talents are a set of personal & spiritual development skills presented as practical tools to help you in your daily life & affairs. The first talents helps you go beyond simplistic, binary thinking to the third or middle way. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com....
Quieting the Mind
November 03, 2012 20:06 - 29 minutes - 10.2 MBThe more we expose ourselves to external stimulus the more our minds race. And the more thoughts we have competing for our attention, the less impact each thought has. Here's how to slow down and quiet the mind. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. To learn more about Michael's other projects please visit http://www.MichaelBenner.com. Program number 58 in ...
Conscious Evolution
November 01, 2012 20:05 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBDeliberately accelerating the expansion of your awareness. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. Program number 57 in the series.
Because You Care
October 29, 2012 20:56 - 27 minutes - 9.54 MBThis class discusses the caring nature of human beings -- what we care about, why we care & how is caring related to conscience and knowing right from wrong. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com. Program number 56 in the series.
The Sacred Spiral
October 23, 2012 20:51 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBThis class features a discussion of the expression of energy as spirit, consciousness and even matter as a spiral, particularly the cycles of fear & ignorance and the cycles of peace & understanding. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.