Level Up! / Deep Down
I’m Alireza Soroush, and I believe that in today’s complex digital world, you don’t have to feel lost. You have the power not just to succeed — but to truly flourish. That’s why I created Level Up / Deep Down.
This podcast is your space to explore the tools, insights, and mindsets needed to thrive in modern life. From the psychology of success and building mental resilience to navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI, we’ll cover it all.
Level Up / Deep Downisn’t about quick life hacks. It’s about fundamentally upgrading your personal operating system so you can live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Episodes
29 episodes
🍄 Psilocybin: Therapeutic Potential and Societal Implications EP28
These sources collectively examine the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, a classic psychedelic, for treating various mental health conditions such as addiction, depression, and anxiety. They highlight a resurgence in cli...
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Episode 28
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17:20
🌿 Psychedelics: Therapeutic Potential and Neurological Effects EP28
These academic sources collectively investigate the therapeutic potential of ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew, for various psychological conditions. The research explores its effects on brain networks, particularly the default mode n...
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Episode 28
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15:22
🌿 Ayahuasca: Traditional Use, Healing, and Modern Context EP27
These sources collectively explore the multifaceted topic of Ayahuasca, an Amazonian plant medicine. "Temple of the Way of Light" provides a comprehensive overview of its historical, cultural (especially Shipibo traditions), and s...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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18:25
🏃 Mastering Self-Discipline for a Balanced Life EP26
These sources collectively discuss the interplay between habits, motivation, and self-discipline for overall well-being. Several authors challenge the common misconception that motivation precedes action, instead suggesting that consi...
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Episode 26
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20:07
✨ Aura and Chakra: Energetic Body and Healing EP25
These sources collectively explore the concept of auras and chakras, which are described as energy fields and centers within and around the human body. They discuss the historical and cross-cultural understanding of these energ...
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Episode 25
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17:03
🪜 Achieving Goals: Strategies for Personal Growth EP24
The provided texts explore various facets of personal growth and well-being. Several sources emphasize goal setting, highlighting the importance of making objectives SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely) and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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20:51
🎭 A Professional Actor's Guide to Success EP23
These sources offer comprehensive guidance for aspiring and working actors, primarily focusing on securing representation and managing finances. "Financial Guidance for Actors | Spotlight" emphasizes the business aspects of act...
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Episode 23
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12:26
🧘 Yoga and Meditation: Practice and Benefits EP22
These sources collectively explore the interconnectedness of yoga and meditation, highlighting their individual practices and combined benefits. One source, from Yoga Journal, provides a beginner's guide to meditation, defi...
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Episode 22
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14:40
🤔 Purpose, Consciousness, and the Afterlife EP21
These sources collectively examine the concepts of life, death, and the afterlife from various perspectives. One article explores religious views on the afterlife across Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism, noting their shared empha...
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Episode 21
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21:37
💖 The Art and Science of Kama Sutra EP20
These sources offer diverse perspectives on the Kama Sutra, a foundational text often misunderstood solely as a sex manual. Several excerpts, including a YouTube transcript and Bookey summary, highlight that the Kama Sutra is a co...
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Episode 20
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13:47
🧭 Mastering Self-Discipline and Goal Achievement EP19
The provided sources collectively explore the multifaceted concept of self-discipline, presenting it as a cornerstone for personal and professional success. They emphasize that self-discipline is not merely willpower but rather a ...
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Episode 19
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20:59
💞 Sustaining Happy and Healthy Relationships EP18
These sources collectively explore the multifaceted nature of healthy and lasting relationships, emphasizing the significance of communication, empathy, and mutual respect. They highlight that successful partnerships are bu...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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27:18
👯♀️ The Friendship Vibe Check: Identifying Toxic Bonds EP17
This resource, "The Friendship Vibe Check: Identifying Toxic Bonds," is designed as an episode for teenage girls aged 14-18. Its primary objective is to empower its audience by helping them recognize subtle indicators of...
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Episode 17
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16:29
🤝 Fostering Connection Through Compassionate Communication EP16
The provided texts collectively emphasize the crucial role of effective communication, empathy, and constructive interaction in various facets of life, from professional environments to personal relationships and broader societal discour...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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19:48
Iran VS Israel
These sources collectively examine dictatorships and international conflict, primarily focusing on the dynamics of authoritarian rule and geopolitical tensions. Several articles explain how dictatorships maintain control, h...
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Episode 16
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17:57
🌐 Toward a Borderless and Peaceful World EP15
These sources collectively examine the future of global governance, contemplating the persistence of war and the viability of nation-states versus alternative political structures. One perspective argues against world government, citing risks o...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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23:37
☯️ Traditional Chinese Medicine: Practices and Benefits EP14
These sources offer a multifaceted perspective on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), exploring its foundational principles and practices like herbal remedies, acupuncture, qigong, and lifestyle counseling. Several texts highlight the
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Episode 14
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24:00
✨ Near-Death Experiences and the Afterlif EP13
These sources collectively examine the multifaceted phenomenon of death and near-death experiences (NDEs). Several texts, including those by Dr. Raymond Moody and from the University of Virginia's Division of Personality Studies, explore NDEs, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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21:37
🧠 Safer Sex, Well-Being, and Relationships EP12
The provided texts offer diverse perspectives on well-being, relationships, and personal development. One source serves as a comprehensive guide to safer sex, addressing topics like consent, boundaries, sexually transmit...
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Episode 12
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18:22
🥰 From Ego to Unconditional Love EP11
These sources address the transformative power of unconditional love, particularly as it relates to self-love and relationships. "UNCONDITIONALLY - Personal Empowerment" emphasizes finding unconditional love within oneself by s...
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Episode 11
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15:25
✨ The Essence of Honesty and Purity EP10
These sources collectively discuss the concepts of honesty and purity across various philosophical and religious perspectives. The "7 Insights into Spiritual Purity – SUPPLY OF GRACE" text focuses on Christian spiritual pur...
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Episode 10
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13:36
🤝 Relational Intelligence and Authentic Connection EP9
The provided texts explore the critical role of communication and emotional intelligence in fostering healthier relationships, both personal and professional. The "Emotional Intelligence in Relationships" excerpt highlights how emotional int...
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Episode 9
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14:47
💞 The Neuroscience and Practice of Compassion EP8
The provided texts discuss various facets of compassion, love, and neuroplasticity. One source introduces the "Just Like Me" compassion practice, a guided visualization for recognizing shared humanity and fostering connection. Another re...
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Episode 8
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13:58
"Future Proof" - A Guide to Thriving in the Age of AI EP7
AI is Not a Threat, It’s a ToolYou want people to stop fearing AI and start understanding how it can be used to improve their lives, businesses, and creativity.The Future Belongs to the AdaptableThose who stay curious, keep...
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Episode 7
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12:34
🧘 The Practice and Benefits of Mindfulness EP6
These sources collectively explore the multifaceted benefits of mindfulness and yoga, particularly in relation to stress reduction and overall well-being. They present scientific evidence, including brain imaging studies, d...
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Episode 6
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12:22
