Mike Handcock shares how his interest in ancient wisdom was sparked by a book he read as a teenager and meeting a psychic. He delves into his deep study of ancient masters and his travels to various ancient sites around the world. The conversation explores the similarities between ancient traditions and the mysteries surrounding the construction of ancient structures. They discuss the relevance of ancient wisdom in the modern world and how it can help us question the status quo and design our own lives. They also touch on the manipulation of information in the media and the importance of seeking alternative perspectives. The conversation explores the relevance of ancient wisdom in modern times. It discusses the I Ching and its influence on personality typing, as well as the origins of the Tarot. The conversation also delves into the work of Pythagoras and his understanding of vibration and music. It highlights the importance of looking inward, standing in stillness, and harnessing the natural flow of energy in the universe as practical advice from the ancients.

takeaways

• Ancient wisdom holds valuable lessons that are still applicable in the modern world.
• There are striking similarities between ancient traditions and their teachings.
• The construction of ancient structures remains a mystery, challenging conventional explanations.
• Questioning the status quo and seeking alternative perspectives is crucial in today's world.
• The media can manipulate information, and it's important to be skeptical and seek the truth. Ancient wisdom, such as the I Ching and the Tarot, continues to be relevant in modern times and can provide valuable insights into personality and guidance for business decisions.
• Pythagoras's understanding of vibration and music has had a profound impact on modern music theory and the way we perceive and experience music.
• Practical advice from the ancients includes looking inward before seeking external guidance, standing in stillness to connect with nature, and harnessing the natural flow of energy in the universe.
• The power of ancient wisdom lies in its ability to touch and resonate with our souls, providing a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

titles

• The Manipulation of Information in the Media
• Unraveling the Mysteries of Ancient Structures The Enduring Relevance of Ancient Wisdom
• Pythagoras and the Power of Vibration in Music

Sound Bites

• "How did you get into ancient wisdom?"
• "I'm wearing my Pythagoras T-shirt today."
• "Anybody who thinks that the Egyptians built the pyramids, just go and stand in a pyramid."
• "The way in which we understand each other today is based on documentation done 5,000 years ago."
• "These are all utilizing basically what we'd call cosmic laws and different ways of doing things that we as human beings have forgotten."
• "Pythagoras was a quantum physicist. He said that there's a humming and music in the spheres."

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Mike Handcock's Interest in Ancient Wisdom

06:27Unraveling the Mysteries of Ancient Structures

09:14Exploring the Possibility of Alien Intervention

13:45The Manipulation of Information in the Media

19:51Questioning the Status Quo and Designing Our Own Lives

21:15Understanding the Illusion of Money

24:09The Relevance of Ancient Wisdom in the Modern World

25:38The Enduring Relevance of Ancient Wisdom

26:32The Influence of Ancient Wisdom on Personality Typing

28:59Pythagoras and the Power of Vibration in Music

39:15Practical Advice from the Ancients: Looking Inward, Standing in Stillness, and Harnessing Energy

Aisha's story begins in wild Mongolia, where she was born. Her mother abandoned her when she was one year and eight months old, and she was sent to an orphanage in Russia. Aisha faced challenges as a new child in the orphanage, with other kids being jealous and cruel towards her. She tried to run away multiple times but was always brought back. Aisha had dreams of becoming a journalist and wrote her own fairy tales as a child. However, she burned all her writings when she was 16 due to toxic people in her life. She then pursued engineering and worked in quality management for roads, tunnels, and bridges in Norway. However, she eventually burned out and decided to pursue her dream of becoming an actress in Los Angeles. After a few months, she realized that she wanted a more fulfilling and balanced life, so she returned to Norway and continued working as an engineer. Aisha then traveled to Hawaii for a course on gratitude and self-help, which inspired her to live a more authentic life. She traveled around Europe and did the Camino de Santiago before falling in love with Portugal. Aisha moved to Portugal and became a businesswoman at the age of 26 or 27. Aisha shares her journey of following her dreams and living a joyful life. She talks about her experiences of moving to different countries, pursuing acting and art, and even sending her artwork to space. Aisha emphasizes the importance of having dreams, trusting the process, and finding joy in life. She also discusses the power of mantras, gratitude, and maintaining a positive attitude.

takeaways
Aisha's early life was marked by abandonment and challenges in the orphanage, but she remained resilient and determined to create a better life for herself.
She pursued engineering but eventually burned out and realized she wanted a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Aisha's journey led her to explore her passions, including writing fairy tales, acting, and traveling.
She found inspiration in courses on gratitude and self-help, which guided her towards living a more authentic life.
Aisha's move to Portugal and her entrepreneurial endeavors demonstrate her courage and willingness to take risks. Follow your dreams and be open to new opportunities
Trust the process and enjoy the journey
Find joy in life and filter everything through your joy
Work through your trauma and don't get stuck in negative emotions
Practice gratitude and maintain a positive attitude
Use mantras to purify the ego and cultivate purity
titles
From Abandonment to Resilience: Aisha's Journey
Embracing Gratitude: Aisha's Path to Authenticity The Power of Mantras and Cultivating Purity
From Orphan to Artist: A Journey of Following Dreams
Sound Bites
"My story begins in wild Mongolia."
"Because it was not easy as a new child, you have challenges because other kids don't accept you."
"I was writing fairy tales about a boy, a girl, or a group of animals."
"If you can dream it, you can do it"
"Everything filters through your joy"
"Om Mani Padme Hum"
Chapters
00:00
Aisha's Early Life and Abandonment
02:33
Challenges in the Orphanage and Pursuit of Writing
07:26
Engineering and Burnout
09:33
Traveling and Discovering Portugal
25:36
Becoming a Businesswoman in Portugal
00:31
From Orphan to Artist
10:25
Following Dreams and Embracing Opportunities
20:57
Sending Art to Space
29:56
The Power of Mantras and Cultivating Purity
39:55
Gratitude and Positive Attitude
49:53
Conclusion

In this conversation, Peter Anthony interviews Michele DeFilippo, an expert in self-publishing. They discuss the benefits of having a published book for business owners and entrepreneurs, the challenges of writing and self-publishing a book, and the services provided by Michele's publishing company. The main steps in the publishing process are editing, cover design, typesetting, proofreading, and printing. Michele emphasizes the importance of professional services and the misconception that a traditional publisher is necessary. In this conversation, Peter Anthony and Michele DeFilippo discuss the process of publishing books, focusing on printed books and e-books. They cover topics such as choosing keywords and descriptions for book listings, the best platforms for publishing books (including Amazon and IngramSpark), the benefits of self-publishing, the importance of maintaining control over your book, and the option of creating audiobooks. Michele also shares her own book, 'Publish Like the Pros,' which provides an overview of the publishing industry.

Takeaways

Having a published book is a great way for business owners and entrepreneurs to showcase their expertise and tell their customers more about their business.

The biggest challenge in self-publishing is finding accurate information online and understanding that a traditional publisher is not necessary.

The publishing process involves steps such as editing, cover design, typesetting, proofreading, and printing.

Professional services, such as editing and book design, are crucial for creating a high-quality book.

Authors should focus on writing their manuscript and then seek help from experts in the publishing industry. Choose keywords and descriptions carefully when listing your book on platforms like Amazon.

Consider using both Amazon's KDP and IngramSpark for the widest distribution and lowest cost.

Self-publishing allows authors to maintain control over their books.

Audiobooks can be created as an additional format for your book.

Michele DeFilippo offers a book called 'Publish Like the Pros' that provides an overview of the publishing industry.

Sound Bites

"It's a great way to tell your customers about your business."

"A book is kind of like a college diploma. It proves that you were able to put in four years worth of effort."

"Independent publishing means you are the publisher and you don't need a publisher."

"By using both of these platforms together, you get the widest distribution at the lowest cost."

"We can do all sorts of things for people. We can build a website. We can help you with your audio book. We can help with marketing and promotion, whatever the author needs."

"I normally recommend a professional narrator because they just do, they know how to breathe and they're trained and they know how to make the book come to life in a way that most people just can't do."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and the Popularity of Writing Books

03:00

Challenges of Self-Publishing and the Misconception of Needing a Traditional Publisher

08:43

The Step-by-Step Publishing Process: Editing, Cover Design, Typesetting, Proofreading, and Printing

17:21

The Importance of Professional Services in Self-Publishing

21:47

The Benefits of Self-Publishing

23:55

Maintaining Control Over Your Book

30:28

Introducing 'Publish Like the Pros'

Find Michele here:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQQSYNLxoSQDokF7cDiJ27Q

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-defilippo-824247/

https://twitter.com/1106design