#344 The Magic of Choice: Navigating Influence and Free Will

DESCRIPTION  This episode of "Awake with Oliver" features a thought-provoking conversation between Oliver and Venus. They delve into various topics, including: - Emotional awareness and the importance of being heard - Personal growth, vulnerability, and connection - Understanding shadow work, confronting patterns, and embracing choices - Exploring the balance of truths, conflicting truths, and the illusion of free will - Discussing energy, manipulation, intentions, and spells Throughout the conversation, Oliver and Venus share insightful perspectives, personal experiences, and practical advice. They encourage listeners to reflect on their own lives, emotions, and choices, and to cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. TAGS audiobook, behavioral science, motivation, critical thinking, mindfulness, free will, philosophy, decision making, determinism, law of attraction, cognitive psychology, psychology, mindset, personal growth, social influence, empowerment, freedom of choice, ethics, choice, influence They Discuss: 1. The Illusion of Free Will: Exploring how choices may not be as free as we think. 2. Manipulating Reality: Discussing how energy and perception can be influenced. 3. The Dark Side of Influence: Examining the ethics of manipulating others for personal gain. 4. Conscious Awareness: Emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in interactions. 5. Personal Empowerment: Discussing how to manifest desires without controlling others. 6. The Unconscious Influence: Acknowledging the unconscious impact of our words and intentions. 7. Responsibility and Ethics: Highlighting the need for ethical boundaries in interactions. 8. Love and Compassion: Emphasizing the  power of positive energy and connection. Chapters: 00:00 Intro  02:37 The Power of Being Heard  04:38 The Purpose and Path of Human Life  05:37 The Urge to Keep Moving  06:02 The Power of Vulnerability and Connection 10:37 Trying to Escape  10:42 The Power of Connection and Understanding 14:25 Releasing Energy for Healing 22:42 Understanding Shadow Work  24:24 Confronting Patterns 29:14 The Balance of Truths  31:03 Holding Conflicting Truths  36:08 The Fear of Choices and the Power of Responsibility 36:37 Embracing the Flow of Life"s Choices 40:58 The Unseen Path 41:08 The Power of Magnetism  47:17 The Illusion of Free Will  49:06 The Magnetic Forces of Life  52:13 Understanding Energy and Manipulation  53:22 The Influence of Intentions and Spells  Guest Bio  Venus/Dayna has studied in the fields of yoga, Tantra yoga, sexual shamanism and tantric massage while traveling the world the past 10 years. She spends her time creating intimacy wherever she goes & stays deeply connected to herself & the Earth"s rhythms. She offers 1:1 coaching & bodywork sessions and group workshops where she currently lives in the West of Ireland. Links: @venusian_magic daynapender21@gmail.com Stay Connected: Follow Oliver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliver Want to regain control of your life from modern-day stress, anxiety, and influence? Check out my FREE course - take control!     http://www.talkwitholiver.com