Speaking Spirit

n this deeply transformative episode of "Speaking Spirit," spiritual teacher John Moore delves into the realms of our emotional landscape, exploring how fear, pain, and other lower-level emotions can often become stumbling blocks on our spiritual journey. We examine the role of the Ego and how it can cleverly masquerade as our authentic self, pulling us away from our true spiritual path.Listen in as John unravels practical techniques to transmute these negative emotions into empowering states of courage and power. You'll learn how to transcend the Ego, allowing your authentic, spiritual self to take the forefront of your life. This is not just about emotional management but a profound journey of inner alchemy, turning the lead of our fears into the gold of spiritual enlightenment.Additionally, John shines a spotlight on a must-read book that provides further insight into this transformative process. To supplement your journey, we also present a curated list of spiritual teachers who offer profound wisdom and practical tools for emotional transmutation and ego transcendence.Join John in this hour of spiritual exploration and personal development, and embark on a journey of transmuting your fears and pain into courage and power. Remember, the spiritual path is not always about escaping darkness but sometimes about turning it into light. Tune in and take a step towards your emotional alchemy.SummaryIntroduction to today's episode. 0:28Introduction to john moore, chinar, and spiritual teacher.The alchemy of emotion transforms fear into power.The Sedona method and the agflap scale.The lowest form of emotion.What are the emotions that are lower on the emotional scale? 5:41L is the energy of lust, anger, and pride.Pride is a trap, a trap.Three emotions, courage, acceptance, and peace.Love is not on the scale of emotions.Courageousness is not the same as apathy.Apathy can be sad or grief.The decision starts in the older part of the brain and moves forward into the prefrontal cortex. 12:26Decisions are the base of our being.People make buying decisions based on emotion.Becoming sovereign and avoiding drama.The alchemy of emotion and the media.Are you being manipulated? Yes, you are. 18:19People get riled up during an election cycle.Anger sometimes covers fear and fear.The ego is a defense mechanism for protecting the body and mind.Ramana Maharshi and spiritual inquiry.The ego is the stories that we tell about who we are.The ego is the story.Transmuting lower-level emotions into higher levels. 24:51Lower-level emotions pull us down into ego.Alchemize alchemy, physical and spiritual alchemy.Everything in animism has a spirit, including non-sentience.Spirit is projected outwards.What is spiritual alchemy? How does it work? 28:47Artificial alchemists and their spiritual practice in alchemy.The origin of the word alchemist.Practical methods for working with emotion and alchemy.How to heal toxic thoughts. Sandra ingermanSpecialized equipment detected inside buildings.Electrical signals in the body. EkgThe importance of having a calm presence. 36:41Holding calm space for others is essential.Emotions can pull us into survival mode.One of the reasons to incarnate as a person.Do what thou wilt by Aleister CrowleyHow to alchemize transmute these emotions. 41:16Working with the limbic system.How to alchemize and transmute emotions like fear.No word for love in...

In this enlightening episode of "Speaking Spirit," join spiritual teacher and shamanic practitioner John Moore as he delves into "The Ego's Illusion: Unraveling the True Essence of Self in Spiritual Development." Explore the ego's captivating and often misunderstood world as John helps you dismantle the ego's deceptions and uncover your true, authentic self. Discover powerful techniques for overcoming ego-driven barriers like fear, judgment, and attachment to create lasting spiritual growth and inner harmony. You'll learn to navigate the delicate balance between ego and spirit, allowing your true essence to shine. Perfect for the spiritually curious, this episode offers profound wisdom and practical tools to support your journey toward self-discovery, personal development, and a deeper connection to the divine. Don't miss this opportunity to challenge the ego's illusion and embrace the transformative power of spiritual development.Topics:What is ego? What are the definitions? 3:32It could just be noise. It could be your holy guardian angel. 10:48You are conditioned to be who you are on an ego level. 15:09Why the ego is a survival mechanism. 20:53The experience is like the entire universe is peering through a single set of eyes. 25:30The ego can still be useful if we don't let it run our lives. 31:17Meditation turns off the default mode network, the part of the brain that ruminates on stuff. 36:11How do we unravel our attachment to the ego? 42:11The body-mind is efforting, but the self is not.45:31

Welcome to "Speaking Spirit," the podcast where we explore the depths of spiritual awakening and self-discovery. In this episode, we delve into the concept of divine love and its transformative power. Spiritual teacher, John Moore, dives into the topic of love as an expression of spirituality.You know the importance of self-love and inner healing. Join us on a sensual journey of self-discovery as we explore the ecstasy of divine love and its connection to forgiveness and spiritual awakening. Discover the secrets to unlocking the power of self-love, and learn how to tap into the limitless well of divine love within you. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice and experience the joy and fulfillment of true self-love. Tune in to "The Ecstasy of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey of Self-Discovery."topics:Introducing John Moore. 0:27The story of Lester Levensens's spiritual awakening in the 1950s. 4:35Definition of love from a spiritual perspective. 8:54Can I approve of bad behavior? Can I let it go? 13:11What's going on in politics right now. 20:36There is no hierarchy in spiritual awakening. 25:00When I am loving towards others, I am experiencing love. 28:12All love is self-love -. 33:16Holding on to anger, hatred, and hatred. 36:47The quest for physical immortality first and foremost is ego. 40:00

Do you feel something stirring within you? Are you ready to take the next step on your spiritual journey? In this episode of "Speaking Spirit," we will explore the signs of spiritual awakening and discover how to recognize the transformation that is taking place within your soul. how do you recognize if you are going through a spiritual awakeningWe'll discuss tapping into your highest potential and embracing the spiritual journey ahead. Join spiritual teacher John Moore as he uncovers the mysteries of spiritual transformation, and awakens your inner power to connect with your higher self.Highlights:What is spiritual awakening? What does it mean? 0:29What is spiritual awakening and how does it work? 3:46Signs that you're spiritually awakening. 11:07How deep spiritual awakening can go. 15:24What are the signs of spiritual awakening? 22:31Over-identification with things that are not. 30:24What happens physiologically to your physical body when you awaken spiritually? 35:17What are some of the signs of spiritual awakening? 46:06How to find the right spiritual teacher for you. 53:57

In this episode, spiritual teacher John Moore will discuss the role of the ego in our spiritual practice and explore how we can use it to our advantage. He will discuss the benefits and risks of engaging with the ego, how to recognize it and its influences, and strategies to manage it. We will also examine the ultimate lessons from navigating the ego in our spiritual practice. Join us to discover how to develop a healthy relationship with your ego and use it to unlock your spiritual potential.Summary:What is the ego? What is its role in spirituality?0:28The stories that we tell ourselves about who we are.6:37What is ego? What does it do? Why does it serve us?14:41Diversity is an observable quality of source -.22:35What is the source of our experience?26:15How does ego affect our spiritual growth?32:20Most of us are attached to our egos. We're attached to our labels.39:15The spiritual trap of spiritual egotism.43:52

Many people are confused about the differences between esoteric and exoteric spiritual practices. It can be difficult to understand how esoteric spirituality differs from traditional religious practice and why it's gaining popularity today. You may also wonder what esoteric spirituality means for your spiritual journey or if there is a way to access divine wisdom without relying on organized religion. In this episode, spiritual teacher John Moore explores the main differences between esoteric and exoteric spiritual practices, including their views on faith, rituals, and accessing divine wisdom. We'll also look at some examples of esoteric and exoteric spiritual practices, so you can decide which resonates with you most. With this information in hand, you will better understand esoteric spirituality and its potential benefits for your life.

Are you ready to explore the power of spiritual healing? In this episode of Speaking Spirit, spiritual teacher John Moore dives into the mysteries of energy healing and shamanic healing and its ability to heal the soul body. Learn how shamans heal the etheric and astral bodies, how they can bring back lost soul parts, and how this healing helps us realign with our soul's true purpose. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will provide valuable insight into the power of shamanic healing. Tune in now to learn more about this ancient form of healing and how it can transform your life.

Enlightenment is usually associated with Eastern spiritual practices. Rarely do people mention the words "shaman" and "enlightenment" together.Shamanic teacher, John Moore, presents the case that shamanism is an unparalleled tool for personal spiritual development - leading up to an enlightened state of consciousness.John begins by explaining a model of nonduality and defining enlightenment. Then he describes how practicing shamanism exposes the interconnected and nondual nature underlying reality.Outline:John's Introduction.0:28The importance of not getting bogged down in too much flowery spiritual language.4:56Early ritualistic behavior in chimpanzees.9:23The sacred nature of coffee and cacao.13:33The origins of the universe and the Source.17:52The infinite beam of white light is the source.22:56Are there people who have had spiritual realization to the point where they defy the laws of physics?27:04What is enlightenment? What is nonduality?30:53How shamanism might work with death.35:23How shamanism is a fantastic path for spiritual healing.40:23

Are you dealing with any of this?1. You feel you'll never be able to truly love yourself 2. You can never be able to fully love yourself if you don't accept all aspects of yourself. 3. You're confused about what real love is In this episode you will learn: 1. The definition of love as complete acceptance, and how this can be applied to self love and to love for others. 2. The difference between love and hate, and how hate is often based on dehumanization. 3. The dangers of propaganda, and how it can be used to promote hatred and bigotry."When you have self acceptance, when you have self love, what you have, what you get out of that is you get a sense of discrimination about your motivations for doing certain things."I was raised hearing a lot of hateful rhetoric. Things like "What is wrong with you?" or "You're not as human as I am." I never wanted to use words like that. To me, love is complete acceptance. And hatred is complete rejection. I try to practice love in my everyday life, but sometimes it's hard. Especially when I see the hate that's happening in the world. There's a movement right now that's trying to program empathy out of people. And I think it's because they want to be able to treat others as less than human. This is a dangerous thing, and I hope that more people can learn to love instead of hate.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. The definition of love as complete acceptance and how this can be applied to self-love and to love for others.2. The difference between love and hate and how hate is often based on dehumanization.3. The dangers of propaganda and how it can be used to promote hatred and bigotry.Chapter Summaries:[00:00:28] - John Moore is a shamanic practitioner and spiritual teacher. He is going to talk about love from a spiritual perspective. As someone who practices shamanism today, john usually defines his terms when he's talking about something, and he doesn't try to impose his definitions on others.[00:02:19] - One definition of love is complete acceptance. Self-love is a form of self-acceptance. It's not motivated by hatred or self-loathing. It's motivated by accepting yourself and not beating yourself up. There is a fine line between external validation and conditional love. We don't have to be in a specific relationship to love somebody. I can love someone I'm no longer in a relationship with because the relationship was unhealthy. But that doesn't mean I don't love them. [00:12:02] - Shamanism is about exploring the core of who we are and the connection that we have to divinity, to spirit, and to everything in the universe. When my daughter was four, I said something to her that I had told myself for years I would never say to my children. Now, if I ever use that phrase again, I want people to call me on it.[00:16:52] - Hate is the opposite of love. It's the rejection of the person based on some perceived quality. A movement in the US is trying to program empathy out of people. This is coming from a religious organization that is politically active and gives money to politicians. In the political rhetoric in the United States, people talk about globalism, the global elite, etc. These are white supremacist dog whistles for Jews. Neonazi talking points here. This is all part of this antiJewish conspiracy theory. It's all a part of spreading hatred by making a threat that doesn't exist.[00:33:13] - Patriarchy has nothing to do with the divine masculine. Patriarchy is all about putting one guy in charge. Shamanism is egalitarian, and there's no hierarchy. As a shamanic practitioner, I view myself as a servant. I'm not taking orders from people. [00:43:44] - The final frontier for us spiritually is to...

Our ideas about sex, sexuality, and gender primarily come from our culture's influences. Shamanic teacher, John Moore, explores the patriarchal views about sex and spirituality. From a shamanic perspective, ethical sexual practices are a powerful tool for mind, body and spirit healing.Shamans around the world are part of their cultures, but when exploring sex in the spiritual realm - traditional viewpoints giving control over ourselves to unseen authority starts to break down.A shaman is always concerned with power - not power over others, but the power to heal, gain information, and to protect others. Merging spirituality with sex is a way to explore incredible power.

Shamans and shamanism have never been as popular in the modern age as they are today. What is causing people to want to learn shamanism or seek a shaman for healing?Shamanic teacher John Moore dives into the crises that we face today and the way that causes a shamanic awakening. John will speak about his experience healing from Trauma, manifested as PTSD.We are also in the middle of global political, ecological, and health crises.John discusses how we all have shamanic ancestors and shamanism is a return to our roots.

John welcomes shamanic teacher, Mary Katherine Spain, co-host of Shamanitty: Your Shamanic Community, to talk about the importance of spiritual community. Specifically, in shamanism, one "sits in circle" to drum, journey, and share,They talk about sacred witnessing, holding space, and mirroring as healing practices. Our shaman ancestors worked within a tribe or community. telling stories, unburdening, and sharing were very important to the psycho-spiritual and physical health of the tribe.Mary Katherine Spain can be found at Nine Pillars Healing, and MaryKatherinSpain.com.

On this episode of the John Moore Show, John speaks to psychic medium Veronica Drake -https://veronicadrake.com. They discuss mediumship, being psychic, intuition, and the soul. Veronica shares the story of her journey to become a world-renowned spiritual coach and medium. She explains how she found her calling as a medium, and how it has helped her to connect with people on a deeper level. She also talks about the importance of trusting your intuition, and how we can all benefit from connecting with our spiritual side. If you're curious about mediumship or psychic abilities, this is the episode for you!

Shamanic teacher, John Moore, is joined by special guest Susie Beiler https://susiebeiler.com to talk about the soul, the shadow, soul purpose, our divine spark, and the divine masculine and feminine.Besides her healing practice, Susie will be hosting the upcoming Soul Power Symposium, she is also the creator of https://creationtemple.com.Along the way, John and Susie discuss things like past lives, parallel lives, and healing.Join us for a fun and enlightening conversation.

Shamanic teacher and founder of Shamanity: Your Shamanic Community discusses the paths of Magick and Mysticism as well as Esoteric and Exoteric spirituality. First, magick and mysticism are defined, as well as why the k was added to magic. This podcast then touches on Qabalah (Kabbalah) a body of Jewish mysticism which has been an esoteric teaching for centuries but is also used in the practice of Western ceremonial magick.

Many spiritual systems have the idea that everything is interconnected. The Web of Wyrd, Indra's Net, the tapestry woven by the fates. How does this relate to the concepts of Karma and the butterfly effect?Shamanic teacher, John Moore, explores how karma works immediately - not just as some storehouse of bad deeds to be weighed at some later time. Our thoughts and actions have a ripple effect (the butterfly effect) along with the web of existence.In this model, spiritual and physical reality cannot be separated.

In this episode of the podcast, we are talking about shamanic healing for chronic illness. John Moore is a shamanic healer from Maine who has been practicing shamanism for many years, and he has a lot of experience with helping people heal their chronic illnesses. In this episode, John explains how shamans heal, and why shamanic healing can be so beneficial for people with chronic illnesses. He also talks about how to find a good shamanic healer, and what to expect during a shamanic healing session. If you are interested in learning more about shamanic healing, this episode is definitely worth listening to!Shamanism is a practice that involves using shamanic techniques to enter into an altered state of consciousness in order to interact with the spirit world. Shamans believe that everything in the universe is connected and that illness is caused by a disruption in this connection. In order to heal someone, shamans work to restore balance and harmony within their clients.Shamanic healing is not a replacement for medical care, medicine, or therapy. Instead, John describes how shamanism works hand in hand with everything else one is doing to improve their health outcomes.With chronic illness, one really needs to find a shamanic practitioner they trust and who they can work with over time.

What if you could talk to the Animals like Dr. Doolittle? This episode's guest, Jody Crotty (jodycrotty.com), does just that and teaches us that the animals around us have important messages to share if we just pay attention. Jody is a Certified Soul Level Animal Communicator® who offers intuitive Animal Communication sessions. She works with animals alive and those in spirit.Jody has just released a Children's book titled Do You Talk with Animals. In his book, animals share heartfelt symbols with a girl, showing her about connecting with her intuition through what she sees, hears, feels, and knows about the world around her. This sweet and heartfelt book about animal communication and intuition will delight children and adults for years to come.Host, shamanic teacher John Moore, talks to Jody about animal communication and the lessons of interconnectedness that animals have for us.

In this episode, John talks about what is required to master any skill, and what holds most people back from Mastery.Shamanic teacher and spiritual coach, John Moore, was born with birth defects and doctors told his parents he'd never walk. He was able to overcome his limitations and not only walk but get a black belt in martial arts. In school, testing said he wasn't good at writing, and later went on to be a published author.John shares practical tips on what it takes to "master" anything important to you. Mastery doesn't necessarily mean being the best in the world at something, but getting to a high level of skill.It's time to drop your excuses!

It's a new year and many people have resolutions to get healthier. Research shows that most resolutions do not last very long. The reason is that it can be difficult to create new habits.There are a few things one can do that have proven to help create new habits.Shamanic teacher and coach, John Moore, uses creating a meditation practice as an example to give real-world strategies for creating new healthy habits.

Spiritual egotism is rampant today with the commercialization of everything. Some self-appointed gatekeepers want to lock people out of their chosen paths to spiritual healing.As well-intentioned as they may be, their efforts are frequently problematic and not framed by good information.Shamanic teacher, John Moore offers an alternative way to think about cultural appropriation and a way to approach people who are on a spiritual path. There is a way to include people spiritually, but not exploit or disrespect cultures.John calls for more connection and less separation. Spiritually we are all the same, and all connected. Life is hard enough without adding the global pandemic. How do we support each other's spiritual journey with less judgment and less egotism?

If we can predict the future, what does that mean for free will? Is everything that's going to happen to us predetermined already, or can we change our future?Maine-based shamanic teacher and host, John Moore discuss the topic of divination and how it relates both to manifestation and free will.Can we predict the future and, if so, why don't psychics always predict the lottery numbers? Can we intervene with our free will to change the probable future?What about parallel universes and decisions we make?

Shamanic journeys and astral projection are also related to phenomena like lucid dreaming. Shamans are trained to use altered states of consciousness to travel in the astral body for healing and other purposes.Shamanic teacher, John Moore, first discusses models of humans from physical bodies to the etheric body and astral bodies. There are different models in other forms of esotericism He discusses his early spontaneous out-of-body experiences and learning shamanic journeying.He compares astral projection to shamanic middle world soul travel. The middle world of shamanism is where most people wind up when they astral project. The astral plane is actually a number of subtle worlds that a shamanic practitioner can access.In shamanism, a practitioner enters into trance to have an out-of-body experience of the astral realm. Shamans, however, have a great deal of control over the subtle body during a spiritual journey. While there are different forms of soul travel, shamans have been doing what some people call astral travel for thousands of years.As a spiritual teacher, John recommends at least an intro to shamanism course for those interested iin astral projection. This offers a means of learning safe astral travel, as well as some healing practices.

John welcomes guest Heather Webster of Heather Webster Wellness on the show to talk about connection to self and connection to nature.Heather Webster is an educator, a health coach, Mindful Outdoor Guide, and a lifelong learner. She supports women to live a fulfilling healthy radiant life that aligns with their purpose. Heather uses a holistic journey approach to look at the individual as a whole, so women can find radical self-love, self-confidence, and a stronger connection to their spirit and self, to reach their wildest dreams and find joy in the everyday.John and Heather discuss the way that many people feel disconnected from themselves, from others, and from nature. They talk about health, the effect of social media, mindfulness, and belief.How do we begin to feel more connected? What are some of the healing powers of nature? How does intuition and belief relate to manifestation?You can connect with Heather atheatherwebsterwellness.comInstagram: @heatherwebsterwellnessFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/heatherwebsterwellness

Let's explore how consciousness influences, even create reality. Most people are familiar with the Law of Attraction from The Secret. If The Law of Attraction works, why can't people who watch The Secret win the lottery all the time? Many people think the LOA is all about sitting on your couch and wishing real hard.Shamanic teacher, John Moore gives a working definition of magic, links it to recent scientific theories, and helps you troubleshoot your manifestation skills. You might already be performing more magical acts than you think.

What do we mean when we say something is spiritual? What is a spiritual activity? How does magic work into that?Teacher of shamanism, John Moore presents an inclusive definition of magic and spirituality that includes many things not traditionally considered spiritual. He describes magic and a theory of the way magic really works.

Shamanic teacher, John Moore, talks about death, the cycles of life, and immortality.What happens when we die? Is physical immortality possible? Shamans have a unique, first-hand perspective on what the afterlife is

Divination is the art of prediction or gathering information through spiritual means. Its name comes from the same root as divine - meaning inspired by gods.There are so many forms of divination from throwing bones, to reading Tarot cards, but how do they work?Can people predict the future and, if so, what does that mean for free will? If people can predict the future, why don't psychics win every lottery?Shamanic teacher, John Moore answers all of these questions in this episode.

This episode explores the true will from a spiritual perspective. How does spiritual sovereignty allow us to express who we are truly meant to be? How do we find our true life path?The infamous Aleister Crowley channeled the law of Thelema as, "Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law." Does that mean do whatever the heck you want?

In many cultures, and in many beliefs, breath i closely linked to spirit. In fact, the word spirit comes from the Latin word meaning breath. Many languages have just such a connection.While it might be clear why ancient people linked the breath to the spirit, there is more to it than - when you stop breathing you die. Shamanic teacher, John Moore explores the link between breath and spirit, and some of the methods by which breath is used spiritually.

Are ghosts real? Am I imagining that paranormal activity?Host, John Moore, discusses ghosts and all things that go bump in the night. He talks about his own paranormal experiences and looks at them through a shamanic lens.This show also discusses what you can do if you're being bothered by spirits.

This episode examines the interplay between spirituality and mental health. How can spirituality and mental heath care work together? Are people experiencing "psychosis" having spiritual experiences? Spiritual teacher, John Moore explores all of these questions using his training and experience in shamanism.

Ancestors can be a source of spiritual strength and power for us. Many cultures engage in Ancestor worship or, at least ceremony meant to honor deceased ancestors. This episode explores who our ancestors are - human and nonhuman. How do we handle ancestors who weren't good people. Why might you want to revere ancestors, and how should you go about iiit.

In this episode All of the information you need about making offerings to spirit. How to make offerings, what to avoid, and what are the components of offerings.Host and shamanic practitioner, John Moore, talks about the idea of spiritual exchange.

Alters are an important part of many spiritual practices. This episode explores why you might want to create a personal altar. What is an altar exactly, and what purpose does it serve? What are some tips and tricks for creating effective personal altars. How does one make offerings? What are some things that shouldn't go on an altar.Spiritual teacher and shamanic practitioner, John Moore, answers all of these questions.

What is truth when it comes to spirituality? Is there Truth with a capital T? Are there different ways of understanding truth? What is belief?Spiritual teacher, John Moore answers these questions in a deep dive into the different types of truth.

In this episode, shamanic practitioner, John Moore, discusses the world of spirits. What is the reality of little people like the fae, elves, and trolls? Do angels and demons exist and what are they really like? How about gods and goddesses?Looking through the lens of shamanism the universe is full of spirit.Come explore the ideas of good vs evil spirits, ghosts, and other paranormal beings.

Stepping into your power means feeling and depressing your spiritual, mental, and physical sovereignty. It means evolving on your own path according to your true will while cleaning up the shame hidden in your personal shadow.Teacher of shamanism, John Moore, talks about following your own path, true spiritual love, and shame. What kind of world would we live in if nobody was held back by fear from being who they were truly meant to be?

What is fear, and why do we let it stop us from living a full life as our true selves. This episode examines fear from a body, mind, spirit perspective and examines one of the top fears which holds people back - the fear of disapproval.Drawing on ideas from martial arts, shamanism, and psychology, John Moore takes a tour of fear and offers some practical tips for not letting it rule your life.

The Ego, a term widely used in both psychoanalysis and spirituality, but what is it really? Is it evil and bad? Do we need to destroy the ego for spiritual growth?Spiritual teacher, John Moore talks about the ego, self-esteem, and ultimately identity with divinity and interconnectedness with all things.When you act from a sense of separation, you unknowingly affect yourself - this is karma. Everything is connected to everything.

The Law of Attraction (LOA) has been a popular topic in the West for over a century but became popular again after the book and movie The Secret. So why do so many people struggle with manifestation? In this episode, spiritual teacher, John Moore breaks down his experiences with the law of attraction. This includes one time when manifesting went horribly wrong for him.John gives you the lowdown on the secret behind the secret, the ego, and gives you some of his best tips - he's used to create money, jobs, relationships, cars, etc.Finally, he explains why manifestation is an important practice for spiritual development.

Trauma is an affliction of the body, mind, and soul that can lead to mental and physical disease. The medical model sometimes places trauma symptoms under the diagnosis of PTSD.Shamans all over the world have been treating trauma for thousands of years. What special insights do they have into healing at the soul level?Host and shamanic teacher, John Moore, talks about how his own history with trauma led to his practice of shamanism. He discusses the shamanic model for healing trauma and how that can work alongside modern therapeutic and medical systems.

How do we live a full human experience if we keep parts of our human experience like sex and spirituality so separate? How do we account for the sexual taboos prevalent in religion and culture?Spiritual teacher, John Moore, approaches the idea of sex-positive spirituality. Sex can be a mind/body/spirit experience when it is separated from the shame our culture imposes over it.From temple prostitutes to witch trials, John walks through some of the histories of patriarchy when sex became sinful and sacred sex was banned.Rather than being prescriptive, John leaves you with some things to consider as you think about sex and spiritual life.

We're all aware of how "negative people" can bring us down but can positivity become toxic and how so?This episode explores two obstacles to spiritual development - toxic positivity and spiritual bypassing. Both of these deepen and add to the shadow while allowing the ego to grow in an unhealthy way.Host and spiritual teacher, John Moore goes through each of these, how they're related, and what you can do about them.

The fae, fairies, trolls, elves, brownies, the Kontomble, Menehune, orang pendek - cultures all over the world have different terms for "little people." In the world of shamanism, we would consider these supernatural beings "nature spirits."This episode explores the reality of nature spirits. Where do they live? Why do people encounter them?Further, how can we honor and work with them?

John welcomes an internationally-known shamanic practitioner and teacher, Dory Cote, to discuss living shamanically. How do the tools and understanding of shamans relate to us in this modern world.John and Dory talk about what shamanism is - how it is not a religion, has no dogma, and no leaders. But there is a unifying set of beliefs that come from shamanic practice - animism, for instance. Spirits are all around us.They also discuss how shamans live integrally, with the knowledge gained from being in a relationship with the spirit world, and from the practice of shamanic journeying.