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In this episode of the EZ Conversations podcast, I welcome Dean Graves, a mental health counselor, author, and podcaster, to discuss the complex topic of consciousness. Dean shares his journey into meditation and how it led him to explore deeper aspects of consciousness and self-awareness. He discusses the concept of the 'hierophant' or false identity, the process of healing emotional baggage, and the pursuit of happiness through self-exploration. Dean also touches on the interplay between physical and metaphysical existence, the role of religion, and the spectrum of consciousness. The conversation offers insights into dealing with mental health issues like depression and anxiety by understanding and addressing underlying beliefs and emotional burdens. Dean concludes by encouraging listeners to focus inward to find happiness and improve their mental health.\nDean Graves is an experienced and authoritative spiritual teacher, author, and podcaster with over two decades of experience in meditation and mindfulness instruction. He has conducted numerous workshops and group sessions on self-healing and personal growth, guiding many individuals toward greater self-awareness and enlightenment.\nDean's interest in spirituality and self-improvement led him to produce an internationally successful spirituality podcast and a series of YouTube videos of some of his live presentations. His podcast has helped many individuals connect with their inner selves, find inner peace, and learn practical techniques to overcome mental health and emotional problems.\nIn addition to his podcast, Dean has written four books on self-healing and personal development. His books are a treasure trove of insights and practical techniques that help individuals unlock their full potential and succeed in all areas of their lives. Dean\u2019s body of work also includes two podcasts dedicated to didactic information on the human experience, focusing on providing people with a blueprint for healing from stress and suffering and advancing their evolutionary journey.\n\nTimestamps:\n\n04:23 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest\n05:18 Dean's Journey into Meditation and Consciousness\n10:11 Teaching and Helping Others\n16:00 Understanding the Hierophant and Ego\n20:08 The Nature of Stress and Happiness\n28:22 Exploring Consciousness and Free Will\n38:25 The Evolution of Consciousness\n45:43 Consciousness in Dream States\n46:09 Understanding Emotions and Thoughts\n47:23 The Metaphysical Self and Consciousness\n47:47 The Nature of the Mind\n52:48 Physical and Metaphysical Realms\n55:54 Religious Dogma and the Infinite Creator\n01:12:33 Mental Health and Emotional Baggage\n01:18:43 Path to Happiness and Healing\n\nSponsors of the Podcast:\n\nBetterHelp: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://betterhelp.com/ez10\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\xa0for 10% off your first month of therapy\n\nWeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans.\n\nAura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial\n\nPlunge: https://plunge.com/ez\n\nMint Mobile: \u2060https://trymintmobile.com/ez10\u2060 for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan\n\nWe Are Wild for 25% off your first order: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://zen.ai/EZ23\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nIf you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:\n\nInstagram\u2060\u2060:\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\u2060\u2060Facebook\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://m.facebook.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060 \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nYouTube\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqBp_zdRiIfBRV4wURSZ2A\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nLinkedIn: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-macp-mba-072a8a1ba/\u2060\n\nPatreon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060patreon.com/EzConversations\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nOr find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1\u2060\u2060\u2060\nSubscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices