What does it mean to speak your truth? How do we deal with adversity, conflict and ego death? And what does it mean to be a conscious leader? Mark van der Heijden joins Lars for an exploration of these questions and more, as we dive into conscious leadership, creativity, vulnerability, and Mark’s significant experience with public speaking.

Mark is the founder of Conscious 500, a growth network for conscious leaders with a mission to elevate business for good. After live events with conscious leaders such as Robert Edward Grant and Zach Bush, Mark is now focused on Symbiosis, a conscious leadership adventure with Matias de Stefano in Egypt 10-16 Nov. 2025. Mark is also known for his 2-year adventure as the Backpacker Intern, and as DJ Mark Peace, as he blends organic deep house with elevating frequencies.

Connect with Mark here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markvanderheijden/

Website: https://www.conscious500.com/

Join us in Egypt for Symbiosis 10-16 nov, a conscious leadership adventure with Matias de Stefano: https://www.conscious500.com/symbiosis

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The Spirit Unfolding podcast is Lars Veenstra’s passion to ask deep questions, look for unique insights and illuminate new perspectives. Every week I sit down with a pioneer, teacher or heart-led storyteller on topics as consciousness, personal growth, health, philosophy, creativity, and the natural world. The Spirit Unfolding podcast aims to provide unique insights and actionable tips for living a truly free & love-filled life, help you awaken to your true nature and connect deeper to the world around you.

Follow the Spirit Unfolding podcast:

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YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritUnfolding⁠

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/686nVE9z28r8AryvhgWWk0⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.larsveenstra.com/podcast ⁠

Lars Veenstra

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Welcome back beautiful souls! In this enlightening episode of the Spirit Unfolding podcast, we are joined by the talented and light-hearted Jai Gobind to unlock into the transformative power of astrology, human design, and the Gene Keys. Discover how these modalities can guide you to a deeper understanding of yourself, your life's purpose and the talents that are hidden in your life’s challenges. Jai shares her personal journey with these perspectives as well as how they can help you to align with your true self, embracing life's challenges, and experiencing the magic of living in alignment. Tune in to explore how these ancient systems can illuminate your path and inspire a life of adventure and new possibilities.

Connect with Jai Gobind here:

Website: https://channelforgrace.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelforgrace/

Jai’s Moon Goddess Training for Women: https://channelforgrace.com/moon-goddess-training-2025/

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Preview

01:13 - Podcast intro

02:28 - Understanding Astrology, Human Design, and Gene Keys as modalities

09:00 - The Human Design experiment and 7 year cycles

13:45 - The Interconnectedness of Astrology, Gene Keys, and Human Design

17:29 - Reflecting on Personal Transformation

19:21 - Living in Alignment with Your True Self

25:40 - The Role of Relationships in Personal Growth

32:15 - Understanding the 5 Human Design types

43:00 - Let what resonates direct you in your journey

52:22 - Humanity’s awakening and perspectives on time

1:06:52 - Diving into Lars’ personal session

1:13:00 - Wha happens in your life after making aligned changes

1:19:43 - Do the planets influence us or is it something deeper?

1:27:23 - Jai’s experience with her teacher Christopher

1:30:00 - A new perspective on healing and embracing change

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The Spirit Unfolding podcast explores the depth of the human experience, the creative energy that flows through us all & what we can do to create a more beautiful life. Every episode your host Lars Veenstra sits down with a pioneer, teacher or creative to give you unique insights into spiritual growth, taking ownership of your life, and expanding your perspective on life’s possibilities.

Follow the Spirit Unfolding podcast:

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/spiritunfolding ⁠

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritUnfolding⁠

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/686nVE9z28r8AryvhgWWk0⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.larsveenstra.com/podcast ⁠

Lars Veenstra

Instagram: https://⁠⁠www.instagram.com/larsveenstra⁠

Alexander den Heijer takes us into a deep exploration of reality through his experience with Vipassana meditation, the profound peace and insights to life it has given him, and how life is changing after sitting in stillness for prolonged periods of time. We further explore the nature of spiritual awakening and enlightenment, the pitfalls of spiritual ego, and the deepest joy of being present with stillness and Presence. The conversation also touches on the significance of grief and emotional integration, the philosophy of Advaita, and a way of life that embraces higher guidance and synchronicities.

Alexander den Heijer is a much sought after speaker, and author of two books: Nothing You Don’t Already Know (Remarkable reminders about meaning, purpose, and self-realization) & Finding What Was Never Lost (A pocket guide for spiritual insight and inspiration).

Connect with Alexander here:

Website: https://www.alexanderdenheijer.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderdenheijer/

Buy Nothing You Don’t Already Know on Amazon: https://www.amazon.nl/dp/1718704321

Buy Finding What Was Never Lost on Amazon: https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0CTSV97BG

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Preview

01:10 - Podcast intro

01:22 Diving into Vipassana Meditation

14:43 The Challenge of Just Being

23:02 Understanding the Seven Stages of Awakening

29:35 The Illusion of Enlightenment

36:38 The Paradox of Spiritual Ego

43:35 Experiencing the Quiet Joy of Being

55:02 The Challenge of Presence

57:50 Understanding Enlightenment

01:02:24 The Role of Grief, Suffering and Emotional Integration

01:07:52 Exploring Advaita Philosophy

01:14:39 The Flow of Synchronicity and Manifestation

01:30:54 Finding Meaning in Work

01:36:46 The Importance of Presence in Relationships

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The Spirit Unfolding is Lars Veenstra’s passion to ask deep questions, look for unique insights and illuminate new perspectives. Every week I sit down with a pioneer, teacher or heart-led storyteller on topics as consciousness, personal growth, health, philosophy, creativity, and the natural world. The Spirit Unfolding podcast aims to provide unique insights and actionable tips for living a truly free & love-filled life, help you awaken to your true nature and connect deeper to the world around you.

Follow the Spirit Unfolding podcast:

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/spiritunfolding ⁠

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SpiritUnfolding⁠

Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/686nVE9z28r8AryvhgWWk0⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.larsveenstra.com/podcast ⁠

Lars Veenstra

Instagram: https://⁠⁠www.instagram.com/larsveenstra⁠