In this episode of The Gary Zukav Podcast, Gary continues the Together Miniseries by exploring the profound transformation from external power to authentic power. As humanity collectively steps into a new consciousness, Gary discusses how aligning your personality with your soul becomes the new foundation of power. He invites listeners to recognize that true strength lies not in control or domination, but in the experience of love, compassion, and inner wisdom.
This episode takes a deeper look into the outdated model of power based on manipulation and control—what Gary calls "external power"—and how it continues to shape global institutions, relationships, and individual identities. He explains why this model is not only destructive but obsolete, and how the frightened parts of our personality resist the shift toward love. Through rich metaphors and reflections, Gary challenges us to examine how our inner perceptions shape our experience of the world.
The solution, Gary emphasizes, is to cultivate authentic power—a power that comes from within, born of love rather than fear. This new consciousness asks us to embrace harmony, cooperation, sharing, and reverence for life. As we learn to identify the parts of ourselves motivated by fear versus those motivated by love, we open the doorway to lasting transformation.
Please do not take anything that Gary or Linda share as true just because they say it. If it resonates with you, experiment with it in your life. If it doesn't, let it go.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
(01:02) — Why external power is not only outdated but actively obstructs spiritual growth
(04:10) — How frightened parts of our personality interpret love as weakness and distort our worldview
(06:45) — What it means to see the world through a mirror of perception and how it impacts your reality
(10:05) — The difference between happiness and joy, and why joy is the foundation of authentic power
(13:55) — Why change doesn’t happen through influence or wealth but only through inner transformation
(18:15) — A powerful journaling practice to identify when you're acting from fear vs. love
Learn how to align your personality with your soul and create authentic power in your life. The Authentic Power Guidelines will guide you on this powerful journey. Learn More Here.
Embrace the Soul Step Challenge:
This week, look back on moments when you sought validation, success, or control from the outside world. Ask yourself: Was this coming from fear or love? Take time to journal your emotional experiences around these moments. Did you feel a temporary high—or a lasting sense of inner peace? Use this practice to become more aware of the frightened parts of your personality—and choose instead to act from the loving parts that lead to authentic power. One step, one choice at a time.
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