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I was silly (as we all are sometimes) and ruined the episode for this week. Here's what happened.

In this episode, we discuss how perfectionist theology kept me from releasing music for 10 years, and why it might be holding you back in ways you don't even realize. We'll explore how these ingrained beliefs follow us long after leaving the church, and what we can do to finally break free.

[Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide and religious trauma]

In this deeply personal episode, I share my experience with religious trauma growing up Mormon, including a pivotal moment at age 12 that nearly cost me everything. We explore three fundamental ways high-demand religions can damage mental health: destroying self-worth, suppressing personal purpose, and denying autonomy. This episode is for anyone who has felt alone in their religious trauma or questioned whether their experiences were valid. Your story matters, and you're not alone.

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Christianity teaches about the 'Holy Spirit', an external entity that supposedly guides you to make righteous choices. Intuition is not too different - the main difference being: it comes from within.

My childhood view of god negatively affected all areas of my life - mainly my self esteem. After years of deconstructing this particular issue, here's my take: the Christian God "Elohim" is a tyrant that wouldn't deserve worship even if he was real.

My mission: To lead Gen-Z through religious trauma to personal autonomy. Let's talk about it.

Let's explore my 2 theories of god, how I came to believe them, and why they have such a big impact on my creativity.

This episode is for you if you: 1. Find yourself hyper-fixating on one creative outlet for a short period of time, then moving on to something else, or 2. Have multiple passions and have a hard time choosing between them. You're not broken, you just need to learn to flow with and accept yourself.

We've all heard people say "I'm an empath" as if it's some unique mutant ability. Well, I'm here to tell you it's not. Empathy is a choice - and one we all must make if we want to create a better future.

I've wanted to go surfing for as long as I can remember. This past week, I finally got the chance and it was incredible. Not only was it fun, but it taught me some valuable lessons that I can take into the rest of my life.

Have you ever felt an uncanny familiarity when contemplating infinity? As if you're remembering something you've never experienced? You're not alone. Our relationship with the concept of infinity is complex, often evoking both comfort and unease. But why does this abstract idea affect us so deeply?

When something doesn't go as planned, we freak out. "What am I gonna do??" "How is this gonna work out??" Trust, my friend. It will always work out.

Have you ever found yourself saying things like "Once this blows over, things will be back to normal again"? Well - it's not gonna happen. Things will never be normal, and chaos will continue to flow. It's time we learn how to manage it.

Philosopher Carl Jung coined the theory of Introversion and Extraversion - but the mainstream understanding is oversimplified. In this episode, we identify my psychological orientations and cognitive functions and make connections to astrology.

I met a lady who died and came back to life, and she asked me a question: "Do you think that the smallest particles in the universe are intelligent?". Together, let's explore the idea that's burned in the back of my mind ever since.

Sometimes you need to be broken before you can truly shine.

People attach labels to things in order to understand them better. But what happens when your approach to spirituality doesn't fit in a specific box? Enter: Intuitive Spirituality.

As I've experienced firsthand with this podcast, this episode explores the idea of pride and it's role in blocking creativity. How do we recognize when this is happening and what do we do about it?

Many people are terrified of Open AI's new GPT-4o, and a palpable fear of AI is starting to creep in. Is the fear justified, or is AI simply a mirror reflecting our own character? In this episode, we discuss embracing technological change with wisdom and purpose.

We all wish we could've been there for our younger selves. Here's what I would say to myself if I could go back:

In our darkest hour, music arrives to save us. In this episode, we have a chill conversation about how I discovered ambient music, the top 3 ways it has transformed me, and how it can help you.

You may be asking: How do I become my highest self? While it's a worthy endeavor, the self improvement journey contains dangers that - if not avoided - can leave you more miserable and lost than you were when you started.

Healing the inner child - we've all heard about it, but what does it actually look like? Kati Laidig is a therapist who walks us through powerful exercises to reconnect with our childlike selves. Dive in as we open up about the traumas and unmet needs from our younger years.

Addiction can destroy your life quickly, but it often takes a decade or more. It lurks in the shadows, magnifying mental health issues and consuming everything you love. In this episode, YOUTHYEAR and I open up about our experiences with addiction, what it's like to struggle with it, and how to overcome it.

Indie/Folk artist Kathleen Regan is all too familiar with the claim that God can only be accessed a certain way - and she constantly challenges that notion through her music. In this episode, we explore this idea in depth: Can artists access God without church?

As blood brothers, Chris and I tackle an existential question: What is the purpose of siblings? Tune in as we discuss our dynamic as siblings and challenge the traditional importance of blood relatives.

Setting boundaries with loved ones is one of the most challenging situations to navigate - especially when cutting them off completely. Rachel and I talk about why putting your foot down is so hard, whether or not it’s selfish to cut people off, and how to rise above harmful relationships.

The path to self-discovery is often extremely isolating. As best friends, Mourner James and I know what it’s like to walk this path and lose nearly everyone along the way. We discuss our challenges with personal growth and how we've nurtured a healthy friendship against all odds. Why is self-improvement so hard, and how do you handle the loneliness?

Why do we stop asking questions when we grow up? Amidst many philosophies for life, question everything may be the most important one to adopt. This episode explores the philosophy behind the podcast, why it’s so important to me, and why this simple phrase may be the key to our survival.

Are record labels killing artists? Is religion made to control? Connor McMurry and I discuss why music genres are more blended than ever, and why religious beliefs are getting more difficult to articulate. What do these two phenomena have in common? Labeling and generalizing are easy ways to make sense of the world… but is easier always better?

There’s a huge debate amongst Christians about homosexuality and whether or not it's a sin. Meg and I discuss our experiences as artists growing up in religious families - Meg as a queer woman and me as a serial question-asker. Like all labels, the term “Christian” is a loaded one - and one that may not accurately represent all followers of Christ.

Many people feel the need to choose between love and a career. In this episode, my wife - Cole - and I discuss our marriage dynamic as two artists - including common challenges and strengths. Balancing ambition with love is tricky. Can creative and entrepreneurial people truly have healthy relationships, or is it simply too difficult?