{"podcast":{"title":"The Elisha Show: Purpose Driven Life & Mastery","slug":"the-elisha-show-purpose-driven-life-emotional-intelligence-4245652","podcast_index_feed_id":4245652,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6a4be13fd555352bfa5b89f9","website_url":"https://theelishashow.com/podcasts/","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6a4be13fd555352bfa5b89f9/1784676224305-3dea35dc-acd0-4e4d-8728-a5767753163b.jpeg","author":"Elisha Arowojobe | Personal Mastery & Purpose Coach","episode_count":1050,"summary":"Looking for trusted insights on purpose, leadership, business, entrepreneurship, AI, marketing, sales, personal finance, health, mental health, relationships, marriage, faith, career growth, personal development, or personal mastery ? The Elisha Show is your go-to library of life-changing conversations. Hosted by Elisha Arowojobe, The Elisha Show (formerly WITneSSes ) is a top 2% global podcast featuring world-class experts, bestselling authors, entrepreneurs, executives, coaches, researchers, and thought leaders. With 1,400+ episodes , it's a growing library of practical wisdom designed to help you remember your purpose, solve real-life challenges, make better decisions, and grow personally, professionally, and spiritually. Whether you're building a business, advancing your career, improving your health, strengthening your relationships, deepening your faith, or developing new skills, you'll find actionable insights you can apply immediately. More than a podcast, The Elisha Show is a trusted knowledge library; a place people return to whenever they need clarity, answers, strategies, or life-changing ideas. New! The Elisha Show Resource Hub ; Created in response to listener reques…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T06:20:43.324176+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-elisha-show-purpose-driven-life-emotional-intelligence-4245652"},"episode":{"title":"Understanding Yourself: Richard Smith on Self-Awareness, Consciousness & Living a Phenomenal Life | Richard Smith | The Elisha Show","slug":"understanding-yourself-richard-smith-on-self-awareness-consciousness-living-a-phenomenal-life-richard-smith-the-elisha-show","published_at":"2026-07-24T13:38:28+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-elisha-show-purpose-driven-life-emotional-intelligence-4245652/understanding-yourself-richard-smith-on-self-awareness-consciousness-living-a-phenomenal-life-richard-smith-the-elisha-show","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-elisha-show-purpose-driven-life-emotional-intelligence-4245652","url":"https://shows.acast.com/the-elisha-show/episodes/understanding-yourself-richard-smith-on-self-awareness-consc","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6a4be13fd555352bfa5b89f9/e/6a63696b8c6152b11f8582cc/media.mp3","summary":"Why do so many people struggle with self-awareness? Can understanding your thoughts, emotions, and consciousness change the way you experience life? In this thought-provoking episode of The Elisha Show, Amb. Elisha sits down with existential coach, author, and speaker Richard Smith to explore the deeper questions of human behavior, self-awareness, consciousness, and personal transformation. Richard shares why understanding yourself is the foundation for lasting growth, why our emotions often control us more than we realize, and how greater awareness can lead to more peace, compassion, and resilience. He also introduces his fascinating concept of the Orbits of Consciousness, explaining how our inner state shapes the way we perceive the world around us. The conversation also explores the inspiration behind Richard's book, A Phenomenal Life, why consciousness plays a greater role in our daily experiences than most people realize, and practical steps anyone can take when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or lost. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why self-awareness is the foundation of personal growth ✅ Why people often struggle to understand themselves ✅ How your thoughts and emotions shape your daily experience ✅ Richard Flint's \"Orbits of Consciousness\" framework explained ✅ The inspiration behind A Phenomenal Life ✅ How consciousness influences the way we experience reality ✅ Practical steps for overcoming overwhelm and reconnecting with yourself ✅ How coaching helps people unlock lasting personal transformation Whether you're interested in psychology, coaching, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, self-discovery, or personal development, this conversation offers practical wisdom for understanding yourself and living with greater clarity and purpose. Reach Richard: https…","meta_description":"Why do so many people struggle with self-awareness? Can understanding your thoughts, emotions, and consciousness change the way you experience life? 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