The Owaken Podcast

In this episode, Lukis Mac and Hella Omega explore the real side of growth and what it actually takes to evolve into the next version of yourself. They talk about how the “middle part” of transformation can feel uncomfortable, messy, confronting, and at times deeply vulnerable.They dive into the resistance that shows up when you start stretching beyond your comfort zone, the fear of being judged, making mistakes, looking “cringe,” and why humility and repetition are such a big part of growth.Whether it's in you career, creativity, fitness, romantic partnership, finances or family, letting go of outdated habits and beliefs can be confronting and challenging.Through personal stories around content creation, music, business, and putting themselves out there online, they share the importance of honest feedback, consistency, self-awareness, and learning to keep showing up even when it feels uncomfortable.The conversation also touches on outgrowing relationships, survivor’s guilt, trying to save people who aren’t ready to change, and understanding the different stages people move through in the change process.This episode is a reminder that growth is not always glamorous, but the discomfort is often part of becoming who you’re meant to be.00:00 True Price of Leveling Up00:55 Setting Intentions Together01:44 Why Growth Feels Hard05:08 Paying the Price of Entry07:27 Ego and Beginner Mindset08:06 Cringe Reps to Confidence11:04 Honest Feedback and Support16:38 Vulnerability Hangover Explained20:32 Outgrowing Friends and Guilt26:18 Stages of Change Model27:26 Contemplation Stage27:46 Preparation Stage28:35 Action and Maintenance30:15 Motivating Others Wisely32:23 Wake Up Calls32:57 Understanding Resistance36:06 Name Your Resistance39:42 Secondary Gains42:47 Needs and Motivation46:09 Pain as Fuel48:35 Change Happens For You50:35 Final ReflectionsFollow for more insights and inspiration:Follow Owaken:instagram.com/owakenbreathwork  Follow Hella Omega:instagram.com/hellaomega  Follow Lukis Mac:instagram.com/lukismac  Learn more about Owaken Breathwork at:Owaken.com

In this episode of the Owaken Podcast, Lukis Mac and Hella Omega go deeper on manifestation and the power we all have as creators of our own lives.They break down what it means to wake up from “muggle mode”a state where you’re living on autopilot, stuck in survival, and disconnected from your ability to shape your reality and how to shift into living as an empowered creator.They explore how the quality of your energy and the questions you ask directly shape your life, and how asking bigger, more intentional questions helps you break out of old patterns and follow your inner guidance instead of external conditioning.Key themes include getting clear on what you want, owning your vision, giving yourself permission, deciding it’s non-negotiable, and taking action without needing to know the “how.” They also speak on trusting the process, timing, and surrender.They also dive into setbacks as redirection, “God forcing your hand,” and the shift from victimhood into full creator consciousness.Timestamps:00:00 Manifestation Wake Up Call00:49 Podcast Welcome Ritual01:38 Earth Playground Choices02:42 Energy And Muggle Mode03:36 Better Questions Better Life05:49 Permission To Want More08:03 Inner Guidance Over Noise10:50 Decide Without The How14:31 Friendly Unknown And Change17:50 Life As Ceremony Focus20:18 Faith Money And Alignment22:37 Work Reps And Expansion23:14 Alone Show Survival Setup24:03 Survival Clarity Mindset24:52 Urgency Beats Dillydallying25:38 Necessity Ignites Action27:09 Stop Waiting Start Finding28:58 Energy In Motion Principle29:53 Property Buying Momentum32:29 Permission To Want More35:17 Nonnegotiables Create Abundance36:10 Generosity Versus Stinginess37:50 Letting Go Vacuum Effect40:56 All In Breathwork Leap42:32 Plot Twists As Redirection44:46 Baby Bird Learn To Fly46:35 Alignment Decide Then Move46:54 Podcast Wrap And ShareFollow for more insights and inspiration:Follow Owaken:/ owakenbreathworkFollow Hella Omega:/ hellaomegaFollow Lukis Mac:/ lukismacLearn more about Owaken Breathwork:Owaken.com

In this episode of the Owaken Podcast, Lukis Mac and Hella Omega explore self-love as a daily practice of meeting yourself unconditionally, tuning into what you truly need and backing that love with aligned action, rather than seeking approval, validation, or external rewards.They discuss how childhood conditioning can create conditional self-worth through achievement, people-pleasing, food, shopping, and other coping mechanisms. They emphasize the importance of self-sourcing your needs to break these loops and build self-trust by keeping promises to yourself.The conversation highlights the somatic impact of self-abandonment, especially for empaths, and the level of effort required to realign with personal power, authenticity, and disciplined growth, without falling into self-loathing.They share practices for connecting with your future self, including meditation, breathwork, and journaling, reframing effort as a form of spiritual devotion. The episode closes with a powerful question:“Who are you doing it for?”Timestamps00:00 Self-Love Takes Effort01:12 Setting Intentions02:17 Defining Self-Love03:33 Actions Over Words06:25 Conditional Love Patterns09:31 People-Pleasing to Authenticity12:02 Self-Sourcing Your Needs14:19 Empaths & Somatic Alignment19:21 Building Capacity & Discipline26:49 Self-Trust & Keeping Promises28:45 Future Self Vision Practices32:40 Devotion, Not Settling36:40 Closing QuestionFollow for more insights and inspiration:Follow Owaken:/ owakenbreathworkFollow Hella Omega:/ hellaomegaFollow Lukis Mac:/ lukismacLearn more about Owaken Breathwork at:Owaken.com

Join us in Phoenix, Arizona for The Owakening Event on Saturday, March 14. Tickets available now at Owaken.com 👇🏼https://www.owaken.com/eventsIn this episode of the Owaken Podcast, Lukis Mac and Hella Omega explore what it really means to wake up from collective programming and start living with intention.They dive into how your time and attention are your most valuable currencies, and how shifting from unconscious consumption into conscious creation can completely change the direction of your life.Lukis and Hella explore how autopilot habits, intergenerational conditioning, and fear-based worst-case thinking keep many people stuck on the unfocused timeline, and how taking radical responsibility for your choices is the doorway back into personal power.They also share personal stories from their own journey, highlighting how real transformation doesn’t come from quick fixes, but from years of consistent action, growth, and refinement across health, entrepreneurship, and creative expression.They also touch on the rise of AI, framing it not as something to fear, but as a signal that humanity is being invited to level up its creativity, awareness, and contribution.This conversation is an invitation to wake up, reclaim your attention, and consciously choose the life you want to create.Chapters00:00 Waking Up the Program01:25 Setting Intentions Together02:24 Time and Attention Currency03:54 From Consumer to Creator06:30 Radical Responsibility Choice07:54 Phoenix Live Event Invite09:02 Rock Bottom to Healing11:22 No Quick Fix Mindset13:54 Playing the Long Game20:07 Luck vs Alignment Timelines23:38 Privilege and Power Back26:20 AI Fear into Growth28:15 Faith in the Unknown29:04 Faith in Yourself29:24 Reframing the Unknown30:11 Dehypnotize Your Mind32:15 Stop Mindless Consumption33:39 Rehearse What You Want38:00 Acceptance Heals the Body41:26 Change the Meaning44:14 Entitlement and Trust48:28 Ask-to-Effort Equation51:51 Find Childhood Joy55:03 Flow State and Obsession59:49 Choose Your Life01:01:17 Final TakeawaysUnlock 2 free Owaken breathwork classes inside our app:https://app.owaken.com...Follow for more insights and inspiration:Follow Owaken:instagram.com/owakenbreathworkFollow Hella Omega:www.instagram.com/hellaomegaFollow Lukis Mac:www.instagram.com/lukismacLearn more about Owaken Breathwork at:Owaken.com

Join us in person at The Owakening event in Phoenix for a live experience of transformation and healing.Get your tickets today:https://www.owaken.com/eventsIn this episode of the Owaken Podcast with Lukis Mac and Hella Omega, we explore the reasons why inner work may no longer be leading to the results you’re seeking.We dive into a powerful truth: awareness alone doesn’t create change — embodiment does.Understanding your patterns is important, but transformation only happens when insight turns into action and nervous system change.Despite years of personal growth and spiritual seeking, many still feel stuck, frustrated, and trapped in recurring cycles.Often it’s not a lack of information it’s a lack of integration.We identify common blind spots that people aspiring to level up frequently face, including staying comfortable in awareness without taking the uncomfortable steps required to evolve.Join us as we discuss the importance of practical application, consistent action, and bringing spiritual insights fully into daily life.We emphasize the necessity of stepping out of comfort zones, facing vulnerabilities, training the body to feel safe with change, and cultivating real self-discipline.Listen in for actionable strategies to embody what you know, close the gap between intention and action, and create greater results in every aspect of your life, from career to relationships and beyond.00:00 Introduction to Inner Work Challenges01:36 Setting Intentions for Clarity and Honesty02:28 The Comfort Zone of Inner Work04:34 Facing Vulnerability and Discomfort05:52 The Trap of Perfectionism07:21 The Importance of Integration and Embodiment10:48 Navigating Challenges and Building Resilience16:20 The Role of Intuition in Personal Growth20:17 Consistency and Aligned Action21:03 The Pitfalls of Short-Term Gratification21:43 Practical Examples of Tapping Out22:53 Personal Fitness Journey and Self-Discipline27:06 Embracing Failure as Part of Growth30:47 Navigating Comparison and Self-Care37:12 The Power of Consistency and Simplification42:36 Challenging Your Comfort Zone43:01 Conclusion and Call to ActionFollow for more insights and inspiration:Follow Owaken:instagram.com/owakenbreathworkFollow Hella Omega:www.instagram.com/hellaomegaFollow Lukis Mac:www.instagram.com/lukismacLearn more about Owaken Breathwork at:Owaken.com