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:

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

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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

In this powerful conversation on love, relationships and authenticity, I am joined by men’s coach and relationship expert Nemanja Sonero. We delve deep into the complexities of modern relationships, exploring the dynamics between the 'Nice Guy' and the 'Strong Independent Woman’, understanding masculine and feminine energies, the role of conflict in relationships, the necessity of personal responsibility, and much more.

Nemanja Sonero is a relationship expert and world-renowned dance teacher, focusing on invoking the conscious awakening and rise of Men & Women in this world. With 25 years of guiding men and couples in their path ,and 70.000+ people that joined his classes across the globe in person, Nemanja speaks from a deep well of firsthand knowledge and experience.

Connect with Nemanja here:

Website: https://www.nemanjasonero.com/

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

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Preview

00:54 - Podcast intro

02:25 - The Tragic Dance of Mr. Nice Guy and Strong Independent Woman

18:00 - Healing and transforming childhood wounds

21:42 - Navigating masculine and feminine dynamics

24:20 - Leadership and the feminine as a mirror

34:30 - Transforming pain into growth

50:00 - Taking responsibility for growth as partners

1:03:00 - Self-sabotage and the journey to healthy intimacy

1:19:00 - Creating a new paradigm for relationships

1:25:40 - Reclaiming the dark masculine in a healthy way in society

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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 world. 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

Keywords: relationships, masculine, feminine, intimacy, personal growth, conflict resolution, emotional health, self-awareness, responsibility, healing, no more mr. Nice guy, Robert Glover, Serbia, war

Welcome back beautiful souls! In this heartfelt episode I sit down with Marloes Hovestad for an intimate, spacious dialogue on presence, self-love, and inner trust. Also known as ‘Ademloes’ and one of the most respected breathwork facilitators of the Netherlands, Marloes shares her journey with breathwork and de-armoring, not through dramatic awakening stories, but through soft moments of reconnection with herself. We also dive into how stillness reveals the deeper layers of our being, and how tools like conscious breathing, singing, prayer, and simply sitting in silence can create profound shifts in our lives.

Connect with Marloes here:

Website: https://www.ademloes.nl

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

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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 world. 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

Welcome back beautiful souls! This week, I am joined by Jack Villiers to explore his perspective on what it means to be human, how we can live a more authentic life, and why true healing is never a one man job. Jack shares openly about his struggles growing up, the impact of childhood experiences on manhood, and the necessity of understanding and integrating emotions through the body. As the founder of Human Work, Jack shares why community is vital for emotional and spiritual healing, and why he’s determined to transfer his knowledge and experience on healthy relationships to future generations. I really enjoyed this conversation as we went deep but had some good laughs too - enjoy!

Connect with Jack here:

Website: https://www.jackvilliers.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jack.villiers_

The Human Work Experience 24-28 Sept: https://www.humanwork.life/the-human-work-experience

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Preview

01:11 - Podcast intro

03:00 - Introduction to Human Work and Jack’s Personal Story

09:55 - Understanding and Processing the Body's Signals

18:35 - Core Principles of Healing and Connection

22:42 - The Importance of Community in Healing

42:30 - Navigating the Healing Trap: You’re Not Broken

48:23 - Balancing Peak Experiences with Daily Life

52:00 - Bridging Masculine and Feminine Energy: The Power of Mixed Work

01:01:40 - The Impact of Human Work on Lars’ Relationship

01:06:08 - Foundational Philosophy of Heart and Head in Harmony

01:14:09 - Building Relational Mastery

01:19:15 - Teaching Life Skills to the Next Generation

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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 world. 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

I’m excited to share something a little different this week! In this solo episode, I unfold my recent insights on the nature of reality, consciousness, and the interconnectedness of all. I bring together ideas from the work of Dolores Cannon, Robert Edward Grant, ancient cultures, quantum mechanics, simulation theory and more, to share my current perspective on life. I touch on the shift from a 3D to a 5D reality and share my take on the importance of personal responsibility, the power of manifestation, and the significance of self-love in creating a better world. I hope you enjoy exploring with me and would love to hear your opinion and insights in the comments.

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 ⁠

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Preview

00:55 - Podcast intro

03:10 - Exploring Time and Dimensions

04:12 - Dolores Cannon and the Shift from 3D to 5D

08:00 - Manifesting through Consciousness and Frequency in the Multiverse

10:10 - Shifting through Spacetime in the Infinite Now

11:12 - The Importance of Stories to Human Experience

13:08 - Consciousness as the Creating Force of our Mirrored Reality

20:48 - Creating Change from Within

29:14 - Finding Freedom Through Gnosis, Presence and Self-Love

36:20 - Outro

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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 world. 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

Welcome back beautiful souls! After the tremendous amount of heart-warming messages we got after her first appearance, in this episode I sit down for a second time with Keren Cogan. We dive deep into personal transformation, shadow work, devotion and trusting the mystery, and we hope this conversation inspires you to turn more of your life into a ceremony, too.

Keren Cogan is a shaman and multidimensional healer with a background in NLP, Reiki, somatic work, pre- and post-natal therapy, Spinal Attunement and more. Over the past decade, she’s been on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual exploration, now bringing the tools and techniques she’s acquired to her sessions, journeys and ceremonies. Her strong connection to the unseen world, combined with an earthy, grounded approach, makes for a unique combination.

Watch the previous episode with Keren: https://youtu.be/CWIAq62V6O4

Connect with Keren here:

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

Website: https://www.shamawomben.com/

Keren’s Linktree for all her offerings: https://linktr.ee/kerencogan

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Preview

01:04 - Podcast intro

01:46 - Manifestation and Our Connection to the Universe

10:04 - Trusting the Process of Transformation

15:11 - The Dance of Life and Surrendering Control

27:45 - Listening to the Body's Wisdom

32:40 - Living Life as a Ceremony

36:00 - Devotion vs. Intention

43:45 - Tuning into Spinal Attunement

56:10 - The Role of Pain to Reconnect to the Soul

1:09:00 - Self-Expansion, Authenticity and Unique Truth

1:17:00 - Putting Relationships and Beliefs on the Altar

1:28:10 - The Journey of Continuous Learning and Growth

1:34:30 - Finding the Courage to Change and Evolve

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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 world. 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