What happens when you spring a “light Saturday morning topic” like the nature of consciousness on your partner… with zero warning? Apparently: a little groaning, a lot of laughter, some Sanskrit (attempted), and a surprisingly practical path back to the body.

In this episode, we wander through a few verses from a 14th Century Buddhist text titled Dṛg-Dṛśya-Viveka (discernment between the seer and the seen), tease apart mind vs. awareness as Aliceanne wrestles with a question: “I understand this conceptually… so why don’t I feel it? Do I even really understand this?”

Along the way we pull in Alan Watts, Ram Dass, Rupert Spira, the Dalai Lama, Aristotle, and a very credible spiritual teacher named Taylor Swift (because sometimes dancing alone in your living room tells the truth faster than your thoughts do).

We also explore a grounded, here-and-now take on Christianity's "Second Coming”, the surprisingly life-giving practice of numbering our days, and why touch and presence might be more “mystical” (and more necessary) than any big peak experience. We close with an impromptu guided meditation on the idea of a “heart of wisdom.”

Note: This episode includes some strong language (Aliceanne drops an f-bomb once and awhile) and candid conversation about spirituality, mortality, and embodied practice. If you listen all the way through, congratulations—you’re officially one of our special people.

Step into 2026 as we explore the timeless allure of "out with the old, in with the new." From ancient Mesopotamian vows and Japanese bell rituals to Scottish first-footings and Black Church Watch Night gatherings, discover how cultures worldwide have marked new beginnings with cleansing, reflection, and communal hope.

Dive into the psychology of habits through the "Four P's of Cognition," backed by fascinating studies—like how hotel maids reshaped their bodies just by shifting their mindset—and learn why 92% of resolutions flop (and how to beat the odds).

Wrap up with a soothing guided meditation to reflect on the past year, release what no longer serves, and recommit to your deepest values. Whether you're darning old socks or dreaming up retreats, this episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and step forward with intention—perfect for anyone craving a fresh, soulful start to the year. Tune in and remember: perspective changes everything.

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In this mind-bending (and heart-opening) episode, we dive headfirst into the delicious mysteries that make life so wonderfully weird: Jesus and aliens. Yes, really.

From precognitive studies that suggest we know the future before it happens, to red birds carrying messages from lost loved ones, telepathic connections, and those persistent UFO sightings making headlines—we wrestle with the big questions: What’s real? What’s projection? And does it even matter if we can’t prove it?

We explore how rigid dogma (religious or scientific) can block wonder, why doubt is actually a superpower, and how “flow” isn’t about forcing outcomes but surrendering to life’s subtle current. Along the way, we deconstruct enlightenment myths, challenge the pedestalizing of advanced consciousness, and ask: Is collective consciousness conjuring aliens… or are they really out there saying hello?

Ultimately, we land on a gentle truth: We don’t have to solve life’s mysteries to let them transform us. Mystery itself is an ally walking us home.

Perfect for anyone who’s ever stared at the stars and wondered, “Are we alone… or just forgetting how connected we truly are?”

Join us for laughter, vulnerability, and a little cosmic humility.

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Now that the work of studying Cognitive Development Theory (whew!) is finished, let's have some fun with perspectives!

We open up about experiences that defy conventional explanation—moments of intuitive knowing, energetic connections, synchronicities, and what many might label "supernatural." From astral travel in a college dorm room and prophetic visions to feeling loved ones transitioning on their death bed and unexpected guidance from strangers, we share our stories to normalize these glimpses of a deeper reality.

We explore what happens as mystery shifts from threat to ally, and how the universe reflects back unconditional support when we loosen our grip on control. Drawing inspiration from voices like cognitive scientist Dr. John Vervaeke, we invite a way of living that trusts life’s intelligent flow.

If you've ever dismissed your own "woo-woo" moments or wondered if there's more support available than we've been taught—this conversation is for you. We're glad you're here.

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In this final episode of our Ego Development series, we dive deep into the fifth person perspective — where we poke our heads above the clouds into MetAware tier and awaken to awareness itself to see how our minds construct reality.

Through metaphors like stepping outside a house you've built your entire life, analogies from learning to drive, and insights from spiritual teachers (Eckhart Tolle, Ramana Maharshi, Rupert Spira), scientists (Donald Hoffman, Einstein), philosophers (Charles Eisenstein), and artists (Alex Grey [featured for this episode's art] and M.C. Escher), we explore the profound shift from seeking objective truth to embracing the constructed, paradoxical nature of experience.

Discover why this stage feels both destabilizing and liberating, how language and perception shape what we see, and why "waking up" doesn't mean escaping pain — but holding it all with compassion.

We've included shortcuts to some of the artists and scientists mentioned in this episode for you to explore further. The excerpt of Eckhart Tolle was from his "Realizing the Power of Now" audiobook, which is a recording from a 5 day retreat.

A deep-dive into this week's episode can be found here: https://rememberingyou.life/episode-12

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Recently, Aliceanne sat down with her friend Kan Yan on his podcast Parents Reimagined. They talked about her relationship with her mother, and how it's changed since her death more than 15 years ago. Importantly, how she moved from rebellion and judgement to compassion, peace, and gratitude.

If you're in the process of making sense of your relationship with your parents, please check out Parents Reimagined - a comprehensive resource dedicated to helping adults navigate and improve their relationships with their parents.

Let's unpack the wild, messy, and often misunderstood world of Fourth-Person Perspective!

What does polyamory, cancel culture, and synchronicities have in common? What about the sudden realization that identity itself is fluid and co-created? We explore why this stage feels both liberating and disorienting, awe-inspiring and crazy-making - for both the people in 4th PP and those around them who think they've lost their minds! You’ll hear personal stories of deconstructing faith, noticing co-dependency in relationships, and learning to hold complexity without losing your ground.

Whether you’re exhausted by culture wars, secretly rolling your eyes at “woke” drama, or just trying to understand why everything feels so relative these days — this episode will help you see the bigger developmental picture with more compassion (for yourself and everyone else).

Plus: two short grounding practices to pull you out of perspectival madness and back into your body.

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Welcome to the 3rd Person Perspective! This is the worldview that built the modern world and (depending on the study) where most of us reside, often quietly exhausting ourselves with an endless to-do list and the voice that says, "when I reach that goal, then I'll feel better".

We explore the shift to a self-authored identity, where who you are is more about your own beliefs and achievements, rather than group roles and expectations. To "see" this change, we introduce you to Harvard psychologist Robert Kegan's subject-object shift. At 3rd PP, one of the huge shifts we make turns unconscious judgments into objects of awareness we can work with for the first time. We also share a significant announcement about a free online "human skills gym" called The Circle. Sign up today at https://rememberingyou.life/circle

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome: Gathering the parts of yourself

01:29 Announcement: Introducing The Circle, a free online skill gym

05:08 Entering the Third Person Perspective (The Modern World)

08:28 What is Third Person Perspective? (The Dream Director)

09:49 The Shift to a Self-Authored Identity

11:09 Development Is Not Wholeness: Complexity vs. Wisdom

14:42 The Subject-Object Shift: Making the Invisible Visible

27:56 Exploring the Expert Stage: The Power of Right Answers

35:46 Exploring the Achiever Stage: Managing for Results

37:16 The Achiever's Shadow: Trying to Fix What Can't Be Fixed

45:26 Third Person vs. Fourth Person: The Painful Impasse

49:33 Reflection: Finding Worth Beyond Achievement

53:17 Conclusion and The Next Stage Preview

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