The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast with Jake Kobrin
Welcome to The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, a show that explores the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and personal growth. Hosted by visionary artist, author, and consciousness explorer Jake Kobrin, each episode offers a deep dive into the world of art, psychology, meditation, mind expansion, and alternative spiritual practices—focusing on helping listeners unlock their creative potential and explore their consciousness.
Jake, a long-time meditation practitioner and a curious student of various spiritual traditions, engages in conversations with thought leaders across creativity, consciousness research, and self-development. These discussions navigate topics as diverse as visionary art, psychology, and personal growth, while also touching on more numinous ideas from the world of shamanism and psychedelics, ceremonial magick, witchcraft, and occult philosophy.
Each episode balances real-world experiences with practical insights, giving listeners both a grounded understanding and the inspiration to apply these ideas and practices to their own lives, in the format of fascinating and engaging conversations and solo-episodes.
Whether you're an artist looking to ignite your creativity, a spiritual seeker exploring alternative practices, or someone on a path of self-actualization, The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast invites you to explore the transformative potential of both creative expression and spiritual practice. These conversations are designed to guide you toward greater mental clarity, personal power, and a deeper connection to both yourself and the world around you.
Tune in and join Jake Kobrin as he interviews artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, magicians, spiritual leaders, psychologists, and researchers, offering a grounded yet expansive exploration of magick, spirituality, creativity, and consciousness for today’s world.
Formerly known as “The Quarantine Sessions Podcast” and “The Temple of the Eternal Muse Podcast” started in 2020 by Jake Kobrin.
Subjects: Art, Magick, Psychedelics, Psychology, Mythology, Personal Development, Meditation, Spirituality, The Occult, Mysticism, Self Actualization, Bio-Hacking, Self-Help,
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The Creativity and Consciousness Podcast with Jake Kobrin
Living Thelema: Dr. David Shoemaker on Embracing a Life of Purpose and Alignment
In this illuminating episode of the Creativity and Consciousness Podcast, we dive deep into the philosophy and practice of Thelema with renowned psychologist and Thelemic teacher, Dr. David Shoemaker. Thelema, a spiritual tradition established by Aleister Crowley, centers on discovering and aligning with one’s True Will—the deepest expression of your essential nature and purpose.
Dr. Shoemaker unpacks key concepts such as individual liberty, the interplay between personal and universal will, and the transformative power of love under will. We explore how stripping away societal and cultural expectations can lead to profound self-discovery and personal freedom. Drawing insightful parallels with Jungian psychology and Qabbalistic principles, Dr. Shoemaker highlights the psychological underpinnings of Thelema and its practices.
The conversation also addresses common misconceptions about magical practices and Thelemic orders like the Ordo Templi Orientis (O.T.O.), the A∴A∴, and the Temple of the Silver Star. Dr. Shoemaker shares practical tools and rituals for aspiring practitioners, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, ethical integrity, and the potential pitfalls on the magical path.
Finally, we discuss his new book, “The Way of the Will,” which serves as a comprehensive guide for those seeking to embark on or deepen their journey within this initiatory tradition of spirituality and magic.
Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of Thelema and discover how aligning with your True Will can lead to a life of purpose, balance, and profound personal growth.
Key Topics Covered:
•Introduction to Thelema and its origins
•Understanding the concept of True Will
•The role of culture and society in self-discovery
•The importance of teachers and initiation in spiritual practice
•Exploring mystical and magical practices in Thelema
•Debunking myths about magical orders
•The philosophy of Love under Will in Thelemic tradition
•Magic as a tool for personal and universal change
Important Links:
Dr David Shoemaker’s Website: https://dr-shoemaker.com/
The Temple of the Silver Star: https://totss.org/
Living Thelema Website: https://livingthelema.com/
Living Thelema Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1578637791?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_JTFZ3XXCA5YX35QKV9FC
Living Thelema Podcast: https://livingthelema.com/feed/podcast/living-thelema/
The Way of the Will Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1578638267?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_Z7DQNEZTRHK6ENXH6C8J
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