Okay everybody, here we are for the second interview with James Sinclair, the Director of the new movie “What If?”  It’s like “The Secret” but goes much deeper.

I had a great time learning more about James last week with Part I.   Today’s Part Two promises to be even more interesting for those of you who want to know more about the man behind this fascinating movie.  Please be sure to read Part I before delving into this section.

Let’s call James out from the “green room” – JAMES, COME ON OUT – WE WANT TO TALK TO YOU SOME MORE!!

11.  Since I’m very much into health and wellness, I noticed in your interview with Jenny that you were once a Director of an Alternative Health and Wellness Center in the Catskill Mountains, NY.   You were into holistic healing.  Tell us more about that.  Also, how did you become involved in health and wellness?  What was it like running an alternative health center?  Did you teach things like yoga or were you into raw foods or vegetarianism or anything like that?

The center attracted people from all over the world and they would come and do a program anywhere from a weekend to a month or longer and many would come for 1 week.  The power of the mind was a big part of the program and intuitive breathing which next to sungazing has been the most powerful technique for me to let go of negative limiting thoughts.  Some people came for 30 days with terminal diseases and left without any symptoms.  At the center and in my own personal practice I saw people transform in front of me and what most call miracles became quite normal.

Stephen’s Response: What was the name of that program?  I’m curious about this alternative healing center.  Who knows?  Maybe I’ll go for a day, weekend or maybe even a whole week?   I love how some people came in with terminal diseases and left without any symptoms.  That’s amazing!   You can tell us the name of the place in the comment section below.

12.  When you were a kid, what were the dreams you had for when you “grew up?”

Before my experience where I glimpsed my True Self I felt quite lost and disconnected, separate, etc.. I used to want to become the biggest body builder ever, then the toughest martial arts guy.  Looking back I realize I just wanted to feel good about myself and thought that those things would give it to me.  I’m happy I realized my purpose early on in life otherwise I would probably have so many muscles I couldn’t to a karate stance!

Stephen’s Response: I had to ask this question because you’ve done so many things, making me wonder what it was you wanted to be when “you grew up.”  Like you, I was lost and disconnected as a youngster.  Even as an adult, I get lost and disconnected at times, like what happened the beginning of this year.  It comes and goes, you know?  I’m betting this is a universal experience all across the board for people in the audience today.

You’re absolutely right that most people just want to feel good – they want to be at peace and not worry or be full of angst.  There’s nothing more powerful than being at peace, knowing that all is well.  I LOVE that feeling.    You have a great sense of humor by the way!

13.  Getting back to the movie…….is this the first movie you’ve directed?  If so, how did you fall into that position?  What was a typical day like?

My first movie I directed was a horror film.  I took it for experience and then signed myself out of the film.  I just didn’t want to focus on things that didn’t bring joy and directing a film takes much focus.  I decided to direct and produce What If? The Movie as I felt guided to oversee the creation in it’s entirety to ensure the vision was executed in a way that felt right.

Stephen’s Response: A horror film?  What was the name of it?  I’d love to see it just because I “know” the director.     Seriously though, I can understand why doing horror films isn’t exactly the right kind of thing for someone who is trying to delve into the mysteries and power of the universe.    The world is blessed because you took an idea and continued to develop it into a movie that, over time, will help transform the planet.  I’m so excited!  Bless you for overcoming obstacles to make this movie a reality.

14.  Also in your interview with Jenny, I learned that you were in television and film.  In what way were you involved in those industries?  Were you an actor or did you mostly work behind the scenes?   Did you go to acting/directing school?  I love this stuff!

Please see next question.

15.  You created one of the largest talent agencies in Alberta.  What kind of talent agency was it and are you still involved with that?

I started off doing a little modeling and was involved with acting.  I didn’t like it but it lead me into the industry.  I used to work for a talent agency then I opened my own because I saw a need that wasn’t being executed.  We became the largest in our province and placed talent in Film, TV and Commercials.  I also used to be involved with casting and I was excellent at it because I used my intuition.  Did you know that most directors decide on the talent for the role in the first 30 seconds of the audition?  It’s true.  I went to school for business and psychology and just followed my passion into the film and tv industry.  I learned by experience.

Stephen’s Response: I also started off with some modeling myself but it didn’t go very far.  Hahaha.   I still have pictures somewhere in the closet.  They’re photos of me with a chock full of hair.   I was so naive back then.  But it was a good experience.

While I did not know that a director usually decides the first 30 seconds if a person is right for a role, it certainly makes sense, especially if the director is relying totally on his or her intuition.    It’s especially gratifying to hear this because even though you’ve never met me, you’ve already indicated interest in possibly having me as part of the 2nd film.   I take it you were listening to your intuition?

Speaking of school, let me put it out there to the universe that it is my strong desire to go back to school for a masters in metaphysics, spiritual psychology or divinity.   My goal is to find a way to make this happen from a financial and logistical standpoint.

I’ve been looking into schools like the University of Santa Monica and Maharishi University (Iowa).  One is part-time (Santa Monica) while the other is full-time.  I am especially attracted to the University of Santa Monica.  Students fly in from all over the world once a month for a weekend and one full week in the summer.  I trust I will attract the financial means to make this happen.  Thanks for letting me share this new dream of mine, especially since you, James, recommended the University of Santa Monica in a private email last week.

I ask all of you here at Adversity University to please send light and prayers for my ability to attend one of these schools.   Thank you, thank you and thank you!

16.  Speaking of Alberta, where is that exactly and were you born there?

I grew up in Calgary Alberta Canada after moving from Saskatchewan at age 1.

17.  I understand the movie “What If” will be subtitled for the deaf/hard of hearing and those whose languages are other than English.  Can you give us an idea of when all of the movies will be subtitled?

Yes, we are planning for this and may be done in the middle of the year.

Stephen’s Response: I am absolutely excited about that!  I cannot wait for the subtitled versions (in English) to come out because so many deaf, hard of hearing and foreign individuals whose naive language is not English (but can read English) will benefit from the movie’s powerful message.  Please do keep me posted on that.

18.  One of the things that fascinate me so deeply is how to get to the core beliefs that are buried deep inside our subconscious mind.  How do we get in there to wipe away limiting beliefs that we are not consciously aware of?

Great question!  I think the process is different for everyone and only our inner guidance can offer the solutions as to which technique(s) will work or create our own technique for change.  In my experience, it’s the desire or the intention to change that creates the answers then the how is revealed.  Intuitive Breathing and Sungazing have been the most life changing for me and I’m for whatever works.  When we can feel the outcome we want to achieve so strong that we actually become that outcome then we’ve changed.   Often during this process our unconscious beliefs may surface and we can follow our guidance with the next step.

Stephen’s Response: It’s true – our inner guidance has all the answers for us and if we could learn how to access it, we’d be led to the “right way” to delete limiting beliefs.   It makes sense that everything starts from our intention or desire to achieve something.  That’s been my experience too.

What is “intuitive breathing?”  I’m curious.  It sounds very intriguing.  Please tell us about that in the comments.

I first heard of “sungazing” from the website of Hira Ratan Manek, who I believe is one of the people featured in the movie.  Last summer I tried it and found it to be an interesting experience.

19.  When I first learned about you and the movie, I became enamored with the idea of “What if I could become hearing after all these years of being deaf?”  Do you think it’s possible to reverse nerve damage in the ears and become hearing?  For years I told people that it’d be impossible to achieve this miracle but now I find myself saying, “What IF?”

Yes, I feel it is possible, of course!  When you question what if? then your brain actually fires differently and new neural pathways can be created.  This is a key into unlimitedness!  I feel that you have something rising within you telling you that it is possible for you to hear, right?  That something is your Divinity I believe.  Your Divinity will reveal the path for you and things will come into your experience to support you that you may have never thought possible.  Perhaps you will be in the second film or perhaps there is a better way for you.  You will know.

Stephen’s Response: I love how you say “your divinity will reveal the path for you and things will come into your experience to support you that you may have never thought possible.”    I was just on the phone with a man from Maine named Jim Bouchard, a martial arts expert and motivational speaker who reminded me of the importance of staying open to what comes.  It’s good to have a vision but even better to stay alert.  That’s my daily goal – to stay alert, aware and ready to take whatever action I am prompted to take.

20.  I heard you were offered a book deal.  Can you tell us more about that?   Or is it hush-hush for now?

Yes.  We are still in negotiations and can’t say much yet.

Stephen’s Response: I can certainly understand.  I’ll just have to sit tight and wait with the rest of the world for the details.

21.  What’s next for you?  For the movie?

We are focused on promotion.  We are told that the film is helping to change and we want to spread the message.  Next will be the following two films.

22.  How can the community at Adversity University help you promote the “What IF? The Movie“?

Well, if they like it then just simply tell others.  We have an attractive affiliate program that can pay individuals and/or organizations for their marketing efforts.

Thanks Stephen and I look forward to staying in touch.  Thanks again for the opportunity.

(Turning to audience):  That concludes our two part interview with James.  Everyone, please give him a hand for joining up with us here.  Let us wish him well with the forthcoming follow-up movies, the book and other endeavors.

James, we appreciate having you here!  Thank you for having the courage and fortitude to follow through with the making of this movie and getting it out to the world!   I was very happy to help spread the message by granting you an interview here.  It was a lot of fun not to mention a great privledge having you here.  Thanks James!!

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