Tapping Into Spirit

In this episode, we pick up from episode one and continued to talk with Derek Biggs and Mwenda Kudumu about their use of spirit in their family and combining different perspectives. We explore the possibility of Love as a universal and interacting with others from a place of no judgment no matter who or how they are.

Dr. Crisp talks with us about her unique methods for assisting others in their healing. She offers insights and useful interventions for healing the traumas that result from fear anger and sorrow. We discuss ways to tap into the energy of the Creator and stay in a place of positive affirmation.

In part one of this discussion, we are joined again by Derek Biggs and Mwenda Kudumu who come in to share more about the impact of spirituality extending this time to the family structure. We end up getting into some other topics related to politics and spirituality in addition to the impact that Race and Caste play in our approach to spirituality. We explore the concept of seeing God in everyone and what that really means in terms of those who are evil or who would come for us in a hostile manner.

In this episode we discuss the concept of power and the ability to utilize our spiritual force to produce change and create the world we want for ourselves. In processing the elements of the movie Soul we consider how this movie was created and process the messages that were evident in the movie. Throughout the discussion, we present challenging questions that allow one to consider spiritiual possibilities that maybe were not possible previously.

Discussed the etiology of religion and what is needed for a religion as well as the impact of myth on religion. We also touch on the science of ancient African spiritual systems and how they have been passed down to current traditions. Processed the concept of recognizing the Divine in us and what that means in terms of maximizing our potential for inspiration and ongoing growth. Lastly looked at the importance of emphasizing the inner work that is involved in the practice of yoga as opposed to the current contemporary focus on outer results.

In this session we discuss the process of moving into a different spiritual system and the challenges and benefits of this with Iyanifa Ifetayo Fakayode. We explore what its like to reorient your mind, breaking conditioning and habits that may keep us from fully connecting to spirit, and allow new ways of thinking to flow in. We also processed that this process does not require the total abandonment of previous patterns. Lastly discussed allowing people to be where they are recognizing that we each grow at our own pace.

Im joined by my good friend and colleague to discuss and philosophize about religion and spirituality and the manner in which it impacts us individually and collectively. We process the origins of being a spiritual cynic and the transformation to being a critical thinker capable of questioning and pondering the manifestation of spirit for us all. In the discussion we offer up challenging questions that deal with the fear and anxiety with questioning the known and unknown that has been ingrained in us since birth. This is the first of several conversations.

We discuss the concepts of the Toltec tradition with a member of Generation Z. We looked at the simple but complex concepts that make up the Toltec tradition and discuss the practical application of the various agreements in everyday life. We consider the possibility of life if everyone lived according to these principles. We also discuss the messages that come through spirit when we are tapped in and allowing ourselves to be quiet and listen to the guidance. We also discuss the concept of unconditional love and how this manifests in our world.

In part two of our conversation with Daphne Wright-Gilstrap we discuss the healing properties of crystals and her attraction to them at a young age. We discussed methods for utilizing various types of crystals and ways to clean them. We discussed the energy centers known as Chakras and their relationship to crystals. Lastly we discussed Integrated Energy Healing and the methods she uses to work with her clients.

We talked with Daphne Wright-Gilstrap about her foray into spirituality from a young girl. We discussed her ability to receive messages from the spirit world as a child and the progression of this ability into adulthood. Processed her work as a death dula helping people to transition to the spirit world and giving messages to those in the physical world from those in the spirit world. Discussed the concept of forgiveness from a spiritual perspective. FInally dicussed the ways that she receives and interprets messages from spirit and verification of this utilizing Evidence Based Mediumship.

In this interview, we discuss the topic of Ego and how the presence of ego can often override the true meaning of spirituality within any spiritual practice. We looked at methods for overcoming ego and focusing on the core concepts of a good spiritual practice. We also discuss issues related to the current unrest that plague the United States and what it will take to move through this time in a positive manner.

In this episode we discuss what it means to practically engage the process of spiritual self healing. The concept of ego and its effect on this process is considered. We process the various methods for walking this path and the humility needed to find a space of balance.

We get together to discuss physical and mental health during the stressful times of Covid-19 and racial unrest in the country. Considered specific things we can do to remain healthy and avoid being pulled into negativity.

We discuss the spiritual concept of Ma'at and look at the practical application of this in every day life. Talked with Mr. Nassor-Covington about his evolution in regards to Ma'at. Reviewed the main principles of Ma'at and the 10 critical considerations. Discussed the concept of perfectibility and what is necessary to achieve perfection.

Continued our dialogue about astrology with Samuel Reynolds. In this episode we go deeper into the meanings of various concepts and symbols, and how to interpret them. We also looked at an example of an astrological chart applied to a real person.

We had an enlightening conversation about the manifestation of spirit in a number of different arenas. As someone who initially doubted the value of astrology, Samuel Reynolds has moved to the forefront of psychologists operating from an African centered perspective. He has seen the field shift in his 25 years involved in studying astrology and discusses his outlook on the impact of astrology for us all. His life story is indeed and inspiration and we will have a part two to get into the depths of astrology in our next session.

We met with Gogo Dineo to discuss a variety of issues related to her life as a Sangoma. We discuss her transition from Christianity into being a Sangoma and the evolution of her understanding of Pan Africanism. The concept of challenging people to be comfortable with being uncomfortable in questioning the things that they do is an important lesson that we discuss. Special Guest: Gogo Dineo Ndlanzi.

Glenda Jones discusses her own evolution on the path of spirit. We discuss significant events along her path and her current spiritual practice.

Zawadi Powell discussed her own evolution on the path of spirit and the various ways this has manifested in her life. We discuss the path to critical thinking and the desire to continue asking better questions of life.

Dr. Anthony Smith discussed his own evolution on the path of spirit and the various ways this has manifested in his life. We discuss the path to critical thinking and the desire to continue asking better questions of life.

In this episode, we discuss the meaning of commitment to a path of spirituality. Is it possible to have fun and enjoy life while simultaneously being spiritual? What role does discipline play in walking this path?

This session explores the concept of spirit from the vantage point of an Akan Priestess. We review her introduction into this spiritual path and discuss critical points in her development that moved her to this place. We discuss the framework of the Akan tradition and how this serves and informs her practice of healing with clients she deals with.

In this episode, we look at the concept of prayer and challenge the typical formal notion of what it means to pray. We consider other methods of connecting to God that might be considered unusual. Ultimately we look at what is the purpose of prayer and how does it serve us.

In this episode, we discuss the differences between religion and spirituality and explore the meanings of both and how they impact our lives.

In this podcast, we discuss how you know when spirit is talking to you versus if you are rationalizing what your ego wants to hear.

In this episode we discuss the concept of death and the manner in which it is addressed in our society. We consider what happens to the spirit of a person when this transition comes and what are healthy ways to navigate this space.

In this episode we discuss the definitions of spirit and look at how spirit manifests in our everyday lives. We provide a foundation for furthering discussion across many dimensions moving forward.