UPDATE: In the intervening years since this interview came out, my old podcast, Aravinda Show, has been retired. Also, this podcast reflects the version of Andrew in 2020. My views have since shifted.

To listen to this classic episode, see the episode list over at the Patreon collection page →

Steve and I return today with an even juicier deep-dive, this time into beliefs-as-lenses, ethical non-monogamy, and subjective reality.

The challenge: When we internalize beliefs, we attach our identity to that perspective, causing all kinds of problems.

Featured in USAToday and The Guardian, Steve’s articles on positive habits, time management, polyphasic sleep, subjective reality, ethical non-monogamy, and so much more, have impacted millions of people’s lives.

You don’t have to hear the 1st part first, but you may want to. In this second part, the conversation flows into a deep discussion on how to have a conscious non-monogamous relationship, built on a strong foundation of communication and trust. We talk about healthy boundaries, avoiding common mistakes, and even tie in some wisdom from Khalil Gibran. And the conversation continues in the after show, now streaming for free on my Patreon page here →

By the way, you can support this podcast, and ALL my work, on Patreon. When you support my work, you get unreleased in-person interviews (including aftershows), behind-the-scenes photos, and the entire text of my Hawaii action memoir Ten Thousand Hours in Paradise. 🌺

Enjoy, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE.

Show Notes

1. Listen to the after show on my Patreon page for free →
2. Steve’s YouTube Series on his Water Fast
3. Subjective Reality Simplified article by Steve (A great place to start with Subjective Reality)
4. “Far Journeys” by Robert Monroe (Thought energy book that we mention, that was also an inspiration for my novels)
5. Open Relationships article by Steve (Good Insights on what it’s like to be in an Open Relationship)
6. My True Hawaii adventure that we discussed. Get the first 20% for free, including the chapter about my visit to a lava lake →
7. Support this podcast (& get unreleased in-person interviews, including an aftershow with Steve) by supporting my work on Patreon→  https://Patreon.com/HelloCrusoe/

Steve Pavlina – Speaker, Blogger, Author

UPDATE: In the intervening years since this interview came out, my old podcast, Aravinda Show, has been retired. Also, this podcast reflects the version of Andrew in 2020. My views have since shifted.

To listen to this classic episode, see the episode list over at the Patreon collection page →

Today I’m elated to share with you the first of a 2-part interview with author, blogger, and speaker Steve Pavlina!

If you aren’t familiar with Steve, he’s probably more passionate about personal growth than anyone else you’ll ever meet.

From struggling with kleptomania, to landing in a jail cell, to rebuilding his life, to graduating from college in 3 semesters, to surviving a failed business and learning to build a business touches people around the globe, Steve’s journey is fascinating.

Featured in USAToday and The Guardian, Steve’s articles on positive habits, time management, polyphasic sleep, subjective reality, ethical non-monogamy, and so much more, have impacted millions of people’s lives.

In this first part, we explore what it’s like to overcome kleptomania, how Steve graduated college in 3 semesters, and how to use life to shape your character.

By the way, you can support this podcast, and ALL my work, on Patreon! When you support my work, you get unreleased in-person interviews (including aftershows!), behind-the-scenes photos, and the entire text of my Hawaii action memoir Ten Thousand Hours in Paradise. 🌺

Checkout my Patreon →

Enjoy, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE.

UPDATE: Part 2 of this interview is now live! →

Show Notes

1. Steve’s website
2. Steve’s book “Personal Development for Smart People”
3. “Spark” by John J. Ratey (The exercise book Steve recommends.)
4. Bear Bombing article by Steve
5. Declaring Social Bankruptcy article by Steve
6. Why Vegan? article by Steve
7. My True Hawaii adventure that we discussed. Get the first 20% for free, including the chapter about my visit to a lava lake →
8. Support this podcast (& get unreleased in-person interviews, including an upcoming aftershow with Steve) by supporting my work on Patreon. There are also free HoloHoloTime episodes there, too, mahalo 🌺 →  https://Patreon.com/HelloCrusoe/