Hope is Kindled
A podcast devoted to the way stories shape us, sharpen us, and sometimes… save us.
Hope is Kindled is a literary podcast that explores classic and powerful works of literature through the lens of self-discovery, moral reflection, and enduring hope. Each episode delves into a single book, essay, or story—examining its themes, characters, and psychological depth—and connects it to timeless questions about the human condition.
What makes the podcast unique is its blend of literary criticism and warmth. It uses biographical, psychological, and historical criticism, along with personal reflection and cultural commentary—including references to Doctor Who, The Muppets, and classic film.
Hope is Kindled
5. The Power of Your Subconscious Mind
In Episode 5 of Hope is Kindled, we explore Dr. Joseph Murphy’s influential work The Power of Your Subconscious Mind, a guide to unlocking the creative and healing potential within each of us. This episode delves into Murphy’s central idea: that the thoughts we plant in the subconscious can shape our reality, our health, and our happiness. Through personal reflection and psychological analysis, we examine the power of belief, visualization, and mental discipline — and the risks and rewards of self-suggestion. Listeners are invited to consider how hope can be both an inner force and a learned practice. Whether you're skeptical or searching, this episode offers tools for quiet transformation and the enduring possibility that change begins not in the world around us, but in the thoughts we choose to nurture within.
