The Conscious Chats Podcast

Ep 82 Can Astrology Reveal Your Life’s Purpose? | Aleks (Astrologer Royale)

In this episode of Conscious Chats, Jay Win sits down with Aleks, also known as Astrologer Royale, to explore astrology as a tool for self-awareness, purpose, timing, and understanding human potential on a deeper level. In this conversation, we explore whether our birth charts reveal clues about the path we’re naturally drawn toward in this lifetime and how astrology can help people better understand themselves, their strengths, challenges, and personal direction. We discuss: • Astrology and human potential • Purpose, timing, and personal cycles • Free will vs destiny • Understanding your “North Star” through astrology • Intuition and self-awareness • How astrology helps people reconnect with meaning and direction • Why ancient wisdom systems continue to resonate in the modern world • The intersection between astrology, technology, and human awareness This is a thoughtful conversation around identity, purpose, intuition, and navigating life more consciously in an increasingly fast-moving world. Learn more about Aleks / Astrologer Royale: [https://astrologerroyale.com/] #ConsciousChats #Astrology #Purpose #SelfAwareness #HumanPotential #Consciousness

Ep 81 One Breath Could Change the Way You Lead in the Age of AI | Edward Howard

In this episode of Conscious Chats, Jay Win sits down with Edward Howard - founder of Kokoro Business Performance and author of One Breath Leadership. After spending more than 20 years in senior leadership roles across global investment banking, Ed began exploring a deeper question: How do leaders stay clear, calm, and conscious in high-pressure environments? Combining decades of Zen practice with leadership and neuroscience, Ed now works with leaders and organisations to develop awareness, emotional intelligence, and conscious decision-making in increasingly complex environments. In this conversation, we explore: • Why awareness matters more than control in leadership • The hidden impact of stress and reactive decision-making • How a single breath can interrupt fight-or-flight responses • Emotional intelligence and human awareness in the age of AI • Ethical leadership and conscious technology adoption • Psychological safety in high-performance cultures • Why the future of leadership may depend on inner clarity We also discuss AI, consciousness, empathy, decision fatigue, and why human awareness may become even more important as technology accelerates. Learn more about Ed Howard and One Breath Leadership: https://www.onebreathleadership.com/ [https://www.onebreathleadership.com/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-howard-a86aa823/ #ConsciousChats #Leadership #AI #Mindfulness #EmotionalIntelligence #ConsciousLeadership

Episode 80 Why Clarity, Data & Trust Matter in AI | Matt Soltau

In Episode 80 of Conscious Chats, I’m joined by Matt Soltau, founder of IntelliPaaS - an AI-driven integration platform helping enterprises connect systems and unlock real-time data. In a world where AI is moving fast, many organisations are rushing to implement solutions without clear direction or the right foundations in place. In this conversation, we explore why clarity, data, and trust are critical when building AI and what happens when they’re missing. We dive into: • why many AI projects struggle to move beyond early stages • the role of data integration in making AI actually work • how lack of clarity impacts outcomes and decision-making • building AI systems that people can trust • ethical considerations around data and privacy This episode offers a grounded, practical perspective on how to approach AI with more intention, responsibility, and long-term thinking. 🔗 Connect with Matt Soltau & IntelliPaaS Website: https://www.intellipaas.io/ [https://www.intellipaas.io/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soltaumatt/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/soltaumatt/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IntelliPaaS [https://www.youtube.com/@IntelliPaaS]

Ep 79 Building Businesses with Faith in the Age of AI | Bradley Hawkins

In this episode of Conscious Chats, I’m joined by Bradley Hawkins, a multi-business entrepreneur working across cybersecurity, AI, and multiple industries. We explore what it means to build businesses while staying grounded in purpose, and how faith shapes leadership, decision-making, and resilience. Bradley shares insights on redefining abundance, navigating uncertainty, and approaching technology including AI  from a more conscious and ethical perspective. This conversation offers a different lens on success, blending entrepreneurship, faith, and awareness in a rapidly evolving world. Connect with Bradley Hawkins https://unshakablelife.com/ [https://unshakablelife.com/] https://www.amazon.com/Unshakable-Life-Purpose-Abundance-Eternal/dp/B0F9S4688T/ref=sr_1_2?crid=S5NMJ1AGBC23&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M3RZJhtJW3iKxX8KAbr7-arOdCotnUzZaVoIEMHbbcbHam5pSFDbW5vtt5UptD44ztOmJjRveRVq6ONCg4d8uwfmLsPZQuhoR93XkGPL61eY_T0TQc_mTs_wbnrtwhzv1ehALbvGL2nfKIyIxsVohvDIaOR76idmO5QRWFZn2RnNgepFjVvLR0Y0Hugupv5P8cnfPiNnvXwUZtQXLwQYamV3Q3JIt-XMym_Ck67d8ew.Q-ToSbqeA9kdcNLoaRH8_Tq0QVp180mEghakQ87FzCc&dib_tag=se&keywords=bradley+hawkins&qid=1764201957&sprefix=bradley+hawkins%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-2

Ep 78 - 20+ Businesses later : Lessons on Setbacks & Resilience | Roy Coughlan

In this episode of Conscious Chats, I’m joined by Roy Coughlan, a serial entrepreneur who has built more than 20 businesses across five countries. Roy shares his journey through entrepreneurship, including the lessons he learned from navigating setbacks, rebuilding after losses in property development, and continuing to launch new ventures across different industries. We explore the mindset required to keep moving forward, why resilience is essential in entrepreneurship, and how personal growth often becomes the foundation for long-term success. This conversation is a powerful reminder that the entrepreneurial journey is rarely linear but perseverance and adaptability can create new opportunities even after difficult challenges. Learn more about Roy Website https://roycoughlan.com/ [https://roycoughlan.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]