The Opposite of Small Talk
. . . a celebration of Self
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Real conversations with real people
The Path to Authenticity starts from the assertion that we wrest our true power from our individuality.
We talk to various types of writers and artists as well as therapists, coaches, teachers, entrepreneurs, and professionals of all kinds. Our guests possess one common trait.
They’re people who know who they are.
We talk about what makes them who they are, how they became who they are, and how we might become truer expressions of who we are.
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Recent Episodes
146. Artist Brian Phillips
Without Judgment Episode 146 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with salvaged-wood artist Brian Phillips. After growing up in a small Ohio town, Brian found healing in his artistry and a home in Texas. In this episode, we hear how Brian came to use one man’s trash to create another man’s...
145. Author & Philosopher Sri Preethaji
Living in a Beautiful State Podcast The Path to Authenticity Episode 145 features a conversation with Sri Preethaji, co-author, with her husband, Krishnaji, of the national bestseller The Four Sacred Secrets for Love and Prosperity: a Guide to Living in a Beautiful State. Hear about her life and work, in a...
144. Psychotherapist Pam Peckham
Sacred Work Episode 144 of The Path to Authenticity features a conversation with Pam Peckham, the assistant clinical director at The Manor. Hear Pam talk about the evolution of her career and the reverence with which she regards her work. If you enjoy this episode, you might also like episodes 83 and 84,...
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An Autobiography in 2,200 Characters
Originally published as an Instagram post. See @offmutewithmel. I once heard someone say, “when it comes to love, if you don’t show it, it doesn’t count.” That expression resonated with me and the sentiment informs my approach to life. I grew up in a factory town with...
An Autobiography in 2,200 Characters
Originally published as an Instagram post. See @offmutewithmel. I once heard someone say, “when it comes to love, if you don’t show it, it doesn’t count.” That expression resonated with me and the sentiment informs my approach to life. I grew up in a factory town with a lot of bars. When it came time for me to transition into manhood, I had no sense of purpose. I felt lost; stuck. I had no sense of meaning. As a...
20 Questions for Sri Preethaji
Sri Preethaji is a global transformation leader from India. A philosopher and mystic, she is recognized around the world as an effective and enlightening speaker – her TEDx talk on reducing stress and anxiety, for example, has now been viewed more than three million times. Hear her in Episode 145 of The Path to Authenticity. As an inspirational leader, Sri Preethaji has guided influential business and cultural magnates, including entertainment and media executive Ari Emanuel, best-selling author, Mark Sullivan, Grammy-award-winning singer and songwriter Usher and the famed success coach Tony...
20 Questions for Sri Preethaji
Sri Preethaji is a global transformation leader from India. A philosopher and mystic, she is recognized around the world as an effective and enlightening speaker – her TEDx talk on reducing stress and anxiety, for example, has now been viewed more than three million...
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