75. Michael Clark: Finding Joy In Your Inner Work

I'm beyond excited to share this powerful conversation with my brother Michael Clark - one of my dearest friends, advisors, mentors, and someone I truly love and look up to. He’s a spiritual seeker, successful entrepreneur, and philanthropist who has devoted himself to a life of service. In this conversation, we talk about the why behind the work. Why devote yourself to ego dissolution? Why devote yourself to being in a relationship with somebody who triggers you? Why devote yourself to this path of service? How to actually get there and build the muscle of service so that we can be a kinder, more loving species? We went in so many directions, covering everything from the purpose of life to how laughter can be more powerful than fear, especially when healing trauma.

What You'll Learn

• Why true service begins with knowing yourself deeply
• How service is like a muscle that gets stronger with practice - "start small"
• The power of recognizing heroes in everyday life and uplifting them
• Why triggers and attractions are "treasure maps for your soul"
• How to find joy and humor even in the healing of deep trauma
• The paradox of surrender: how letting go often brings more abundance
• Why helping just one person matters more than trying to "end homelessness"
• How disconnection from self leads to disconnection from others and from the planet
• The importance of listening to life's "whispers" before they become "yells"
• Practical ways to incorporate service into daily life without burnout

This episode reminds us that spiritual growth isn't just about contemplation but about active engagement with the world from a place of love. When we serve others without expectation, we often find that what we need comes back to us in unexpected ways. By letting go of outcomes and focusing on serving the present moment with kindness and an open heart, we align with something greater than ourselves and discover that we're taken care of in return. Join Raj and Michael as they explore how the inner work enables us to show up more fully in service to others, and how finding joy in the journey transforms both ourselves and those around us.

Connect with Mike:

https://muse.io/clark

Connect with Raj:

Website: http://www.rajjana.com/

Instagram: @raj_jana

iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBP

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

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