705. Josh Jost

 From a childhood in a strict, religious Mennonite community, to leading a healing movement during his youth, to experiencing financial hardship and living in drug-filled slums, to becoming an advisor to heads of Fortune 500s and billionaires, to eventually working with one of the world’s most renowned private islands, Josh’s journey has been, unusual to say the least. Fueled by his yearning for awakening, his story is about embracing disillusionment as the pathway to enlightenment. Josh currently lives on the island of Tahiti with his wife and youngest son. TikTok YouTube Channel Instagram Summary and Transcript of this interview Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Interview recorded April 20, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters:  00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump  00:04:48 - Growing up in a conservative community  00:08:44 - Seeking a Spiritual Experience  00:12:23 - A Journey of Awakening and Disillusionment  00:16:17 - Living in a Horrific Apartment  00:19:34 - Finding Hope Amidst Difficult Circumstances  00:22:57 - Unexpected Help in Times of Need  00:26:39 - Trusting in Life's Plan  00:30:06 - Studying the Bible and its Figures of Speech  00:34:04 - The Essenes and their Mystical Teachings  00:38:08 - The Essenes and Jesus  00:42:25 - Disillusionment with Christianity  00:47:11 - A Shift in Spiritual Perspective  00:51:07 - Travels in India  00:54:47 - The Power of Belief Systems  00:58:34 - The Purpose of Business and Ethics  01:01:43 - The Special Place of Renewal and Regeneration  01:06:01 - Living in Harmony with the World  01:10:25 - Transitioning to a Different Technological Framework  01:14:19 - Different Generational Brackets  01:17:34 - The Birth Pangs of a Spiritual Renaissance  01:21:44 - The Power Behind a Global Societal Transformation  01:25:53 - Religion as a School Ground  01:29:51 - Teaching Love and Setting Rules  01:33:42 - The Practice and Effect of Love  01:37:01 - The Copper Scroll and Akhenaten's Influence  01:40:50 - Transition towards Community-led Governments  01:44:52 - The Messiah and Unity  01:49:15 - The Benefits and Challenges of Resolving Conflict in Places of Conflict  01:53:27 - The Power of Community in Spiritual Awakening  01:57:36 - Content Creation on Social Media Platforms