The Power of Letting Go: Kute Blackson on Surrender, Truth, and Freedom
What if the things falling apart in your life are actually falling into place?
In this episode, transformational teacher and bestselling author Kute Blackson joins Josh Farahi for a wide-ranging, soul-deep conversation about what it truly means to surrender—not as passivity, but as power.
Kute shares the story of walking away from his father’s massive church empire at 18, guided only by a quiet inner voice and a one-way ticket to the U.S. He reveals the spiritual lessons he learned caring for his dying mother, how that experience crystallized his philosophy of surrender, and why our suffering often stems from resisting what is.
Together, Josh and Kute explore the paradox of control, the illusion of certainty, and how Western hustle culture keeps many of us trapped in egoic striving. For anyone feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed by the pressures of modern life—this conversation offers clarity, direction, and a profound invitation to let go.
In this episode, they discuss:
- Why surrender is not weakness—it’s alignment with truth
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How Kute gave up a preordained path to follow his soul
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The hidden gift inside suffering, setbacks, and failure
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Kute’s “train station” metaphor for learning to stop resisting life
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How ego tricks us into obsessing over the past and future
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What it means to live from soul, not just strategy
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The difference between discipline and denial
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Why truth—not effort—is the first step toward transformation
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A simple daily practice for those just starting their spiritual journey
📚 Resources & Links:
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👉 The Magic of Surrender by Kute Blackson:
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🌐 Website: www.kuteblackson.com
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🎥 Free Video Series – 8 Levels of Gratitude: 8levelsofgratitude.com
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💡 Manifestation Masterclass: manifestationmasterclassonline.com
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📱 Instagram: @kuteblackson
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🐦 Twitter/X: @kuteblackson
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Kute Blackson
Inspirational Speaker and Transformational Teacher
Kute Blackson is a beloved inspirational speaker and transformational teacher. He is author of the national bestselling book You.Are.The.One. and The Magic of Surrender. He is widely considered the next generation leader in the field of personal development and has been featured on Larry King Now, Fox and Friends, Dr. Drew, as well, Inc magazine calls him ‘The Mindfulness Guru Billionaires Go To For Advice’.
Kute Blackson offers a fresh, bold look at spiritual awareness for a whole new generation. Born in Ghana, West Africa, Kute’s multi-cultural upbringing as the child of a Japanese mother and a Ghanaian father has spanned four different continents. His unique lineage lay the foundation for his approach to breaking down barriers and unlocking an individual’s true gifts and greatness.
For over 20 years, Kute Blackson has been inspiring audiences around the world. From the first time he spoke in front of 3000 people at age 8, to speaking in over 300 venues by age 18, to helping organizations develop authentic leadership and achieve extraordinary performance over the last decade. His electrifying presentations, not only offer real world practical ideas and soul stirring wisdom, but also ignite the heart and inspire courageous action.
He recently received the 2019 Walden Award in the New Thought Wisdom category that Unity Organization honors once a year to recognize socially conscious leaders who are making the world a better place. One of the previous year’s winners in this same category was Oprah Winfrey.
His mission is simple: To awaken … Read More
