Planet Phoenix

Desire, Detachment & Inviting Fun

In this episode of Planet Phoenix, I explore the themes of desire, detachment, and the importance of inviting fun into my life. I discuss the process of detachment, emphasizing the need for compassion and patience as I navigate my ego's desires. I also share my passion for nature and hiking, highlighting how these activities of joy and fulfillment are representative of my true-self.
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog

Don't Look Back In Anger

In this episode of Planet Phoenix, I explore the themes of anger, healing, and personal growth. I reflect on my present journey of letting go of past anger and embracing gratitude, while also discussing the importance of self-care. 
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1. "Don't Look Back In Anger" by Oasis: https://youtu.be/cmpRLQZkTb8?si=sEmRzyS7DJMghrAZ 
2. Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/PlanetPhoenix
3. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@planetphoenixpodcast
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog

The Time Is Now

This episode provided me the opportunity to step into my self-confidence with peaceful authority and record my first video podcast. 
In this episode, I discuss how the layers of my internal and external worlds contributed to creating this episode. Additionally, I express how allowing myself to make mistakes as I navigate this new world is important to my creative process. 
Thank you for listening and/or watching! I'm looking forward to sharing more in this format. 
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Source(s)
Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/PlanetPhoenix 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@planetphoenixpodcast 
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog

The Reflective Universe

In this episode of Planet Phoenix, we journey back to my early career days at a digital advertising startup in Manhattan. Reflecting on transformative experiences, I delve into the concept of The Reflective Universe, drawing insights from Colonel Prashant Rawal's article on Ancient Sanskrit Wisdom. Through personal anecdotes, I explore how self-awareness and introspection can lead to personal and universal growth, and share my own challenges and changes in pursuit of harmony within.
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Source(s)
1. https://medium.com/life-happens-lets-keep-it-simple/the-reflective-universe-insights-from-ancient-sanskrit-wisdom-1375cacac562
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co   Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog 

The Gift of Rejection

The latest episode of Planet Phoenix explores my journey of overcoming rejection and the quest for self-acceptance, self-worth, and self-love. I discuss the insights I have gained through my recent reflections and meditations, revealing how my childhood experiences of rejection shaped challenges that I would experience in my adult life.
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co  Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog

Goodbye Guilt, Hello Self-forgiveness

In this episode of Planet Phoenix, I explore my journey of self-forgiveness and letting go of guilt. I discuss my experience of overcoming alcoholism and the subsequent guilt created by the shame of my actions. Also, I provide insight to how I am working to release 'Guilt' so that I can continue move forward in my life.
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog 

Reconstructing Trust

In this episode, I delve into my personal experience with trust, a journey that led to the construction of emotional walls around my heart at a young age. I explore how recent challenges have forced me to surrender my fears and rely on the support of loved ones. Join me as I share insights from a meditation experience that revealed the safety and reliability in love, free from fear and expectation.
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co  Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog 

My Phoenix Story - Part 3 - Series Conclusion

Join me in this introspective episode as I take you through my transformative journey from the depths of fear to newfound hope. In early 2023, I faced the daunting challenge of financial instability and job searches, leading to profound self-reflection and growth.
As I grappled with professional challenges and personal upheavals throughout 2024, I underwent what is known as the shamanic death. This process was not without its pains, but it was also a journey towards embracing who I truly am, unburdened by past traumas.
By 2025, I embarked on a path of writing, choosing to focus on what I love and releasing the need to control the external world. Through struggles and enlightenment, I share my ongoing journey of renewal, and invite you to reflect on your own Phoenix stories as we navigate these transformative times together.
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Source(s)
1. https://innersparklife.com/shamanic-death-ego-death-spiritual-rebirth
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlas_(mythology)
3. https://www.planetphoenix.co/podcast/episode/9c32f652/rising-from-the-ashes-a-journey-of-renewal
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co  Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog 

My Phoenix Story - Part Two

Join me as I reflect on my transformative journey through 2022. New Year's Day sets the stage for a year of introspection and change, as I navigate life without the pressures of a day job and embark on a path of self-discovery.
I share the challenges I faced, including the decision to take down my podcast, Station 19, and confront my addiction to recreational marijuana. This introspective year led me to confront deep-seated traumas and the influence of conspiracy theories in my life.
Traveling throughout the country, and ultimately returning to my childhood home in New York, I began a profound healing process. I discuss the paranoia that plagued me and the realization that some of my beliefs were unfounded, leading to a significant turning point during a Florida conference.
As I left behind the world of conspiracy theories, I embraced the opportunity for genuine healing and personal growth. This episode is a raw and honest account of a year filled with both challenges and liberation, setting the stage for the next phase of my journey.
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co  Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog 

My Phoenix Story - Part One

In this episode, I embark on a journey of personal transformation and healing. Beginning in late 2019, I dove into the world of UFOs and conspiracy theories, seeking answers to profound philosophical questions. As the pandemic hit in 2020, I navigated a tumultuous year filled with emotional challenges and spiritual exploration, finding solace in my new creative outlet—writing and eventually launching a podcast.
This episode also delves into my professional experiences, including a pivotal decision to leave a job that was misaligned with my values. This bold move propelled me into a period of self-discovery, meditation, and travel, as I searched for meaning and healing.
By 2021, I underwent a transformative quantum hypnosis session, marking a flashpoint in my journey towards healing deep-seated trauma. As I prepare to share more of my Phoenix story, I hint at the challenges and revelations that await me in the next chapter of my life.
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Email | matt@planetphoenix.co  Blog | https://www.planetphoenix.co/blog