Ep 23 - Rev. Leon Campbell Jr. – Simple Mysticism, Self-Acceptance & Circular Living
In this rich and soulful reunion, Jeanene reconnects with Reverend Dr. Leon Campbell after six years to dive deep into what it means to live a spiritual, connected, and joy-filled life. Together they explore self-acceptance, the impact of AI on human identity, and Leon’s journey from corporate success to spiritual leadership at Agape International.
Leon shares stories from his childhood, the wisdom of listening to his inner voice, and how working with youth has transformed his own life. They discuss his powerful book Simple Mysticism: Seeing the Divine Everywhere and in Everything, the philosophy of circular living, and the importance of simplicity in personal growth.
From laughter and love to spiritual practice and presence, this episode is an invitation to soften, awaken, and remember what’s real. It’s a conversation filled with heart, truth, and the sacred in the everyday.
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"What if it was just that simple?"
Rev. Leon Campbell Jr.
Wisdom from Reverend Leon in Episode 23
“My desire is to everyday venture into something that’s never happened before.”
“God has validated you already, you’re perfect just the way you are.”
“We can step into the awe, the amazing, the fantastic, the beautiful, each and every day. We don’t have to wait till something happens that knocks us off our feet or overwhelms us.”
“When was the last time you beheld the beauty that you are, the magnificent, the wackiness that you are?”
“There’s nothing wrong with me. There’s nothing wrong with you. Just sit there and say, ‘How beautiful.’”
“My desire is to everyday venture into something that’s never happened before.”
“If I’m not in awe, then I don’t think I’m living.”
“The moment I go into criticism and judgment, I know right there, stop. Place it back where it needs to be: back on yourself.”
“I realized we serve a God that plays no favorites.”
“They don’t care about your history, your degrees, how long you’ve been teaching, what they want to know is, can I trust you? Do you love me? Am I seen? Am I heard?”
“The simpler you are, the deeper you are.”
“One of the deepest things you can ever learn is our basic oneness.”
“We’ve separated ourselves, and that’s why we’re in trouble.”
“I want to be known as the simple preacher.”
“Know that life is an inside job.”
“If you look long enough, it shall appear, it’s been here all the time, waiting for you to recognise it.”
“Our ability to change, our ability to laugh at ourselves, our ability to not stay the same, that’s what makes us wonderful.”
“Even when you mess up, when you live circularly, you get to go again.”
“Life is an adventure, and when you live circularly, it takes on a whole new adventure.”
Key Themes Explored
The Power of Awe and Self-Appreciation
Leon teaches us awe is not reserved for rare moments, it’s available daily when we choose to see our own magnificence and the beauty around us. Self-appreciation isn’t vanity, it’s the foundation for recognising the divine in others.
Living Simply and Authentically
Leon calls himself “the simple preacher” because he believes the most profound spiritual truths are uncomplicated. He teaches that by returning to love, recognising our oneness, and removing unnecessary complexity, we can live with greater clarity, joy, and alignment.
Connection and Presence in a Disconnected World
Through his work with children at Agape, Leon teaches that true connection is built in the present moment, through eye contact, listening, and being fully present with another human. He encourages creating phone-free zones and intentional spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued.