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"Awareness in the Body - Awareness in Life" is the third episode in the Posture series of Tools of Awakening, Abdi Assadi and I, Pernilla Burke, explore the simple yet powerful practice of body awareness and posture as a way to cultivate presence. We look at what happens when we shift our awareness from the mind into the body—specifically, grounding into the feet—and how this shift can change the way we respond to life. Abdi shares insights from Chinese medicine and martial arts on how posture directly affects energy flow, while we reflect on how this practice has reshaped our own daily experiences. We also touch on the fascinating way our own presence influences those around us, from the energy in a room to the way our loved ones respond to us. The episode wraps with a guided practice to help integrate these principles into everyday life—one breath, one step at a time.(01:30) The importance of bringing awareness into the body—how shifting attention from the mind to the body changes our experience of life.(03:20) How posture affects presence and energy flow—exploring the connection between physical alignment and spiritual awareness, with insights from Chinese medicine and martial arts.(05:50) The impact of body awareness on those around us—how being grounded can influence the energy of a room and the people in it.(07:30) Real-life examples of staying grounded in daily situations—Pernilla shares how maintaining presence affects interactions with family, including her children.(09:45) The connection between posture, relaxation, and emotional balance—how proper alignment naturally reduces stress and allows for better decision-making.(10:30) Guided posture awareness practice—step-by-step instructions on aligning the spine, relaxing the shoulders, and feeling connected to the ground.(11:45) Breath awareness exercise for deeper presence—focusing on the breath at the tip of the nose and expanding awareness through the body.(15:10) How awareness naturally leads to relaxation—why presence itself is the key to feeling at ease, rather than forcing relaxation.(17:40) Why “trying to relax” doesn't work—Abdi explains how shifting attention to specific areas of the body brings effortless calm.(18:30) Closing thoughts and upcoming episodes—what's next in the Tools of Awakening series, plus a reminder that the guided practice will be available separately for easy access.

“Mastering the Breath: Simple Practices for Greater Awareness” is the fifth class in a five-part series on the Breath hosted by Abdi Assadi and Pernilla Burke.  In this fifth episode of Tools of Awakening, we're continuing our exploration of practical breathing techniques. We go through nostril awareness, abdominal breathing, and three-part breathing, with an added focus on exhaling through the mouth to release tension and stagnant air. These simple practices help us ground ourselves, calm the mind, and feel more connected to the body. As always, it's about bringing awareness back to the present moment in an easy, accessible way that anyone can practice, regardless of where they are on their journey. (00:00) Introduction to the Tools of Awakening Series – Pernilla Burke introduces the episode and explains the focus on practical breathing techniques to help calm the mind and body. (00:35) Overview of Breathing Practices – Recap of nostril awareness, abdominal breathing, and three-part breathing, with an emphasis on the importance of exhalation. (01:13) Guided Nose Tip Awareness Practice – Guided practice bringing awareness to the breath at the tip of the nose, feeling the cool air enter and warm air exit. (02:03) Following the Breath: Chest and Belly Awareness – Focus shifts from the nose to the chest and belly, encouraging listeners to follow the natural rhythm of their breath. (05:15) Three-Part Breathing Exercise – Listeners are guided through a full-body breathing exercise, filling the lower, middle, and upper lungs before exhaling. (07:02) Exhaling Through the Mouth Practice – Introduction of exhaling through the mouth, helping to release tension and expel stale air more effectively. (08:02) The Importance of Complete Exhalation – Discussion on the importance of fully exhaling to remove stale air and tension, along with a simple tongue technique to aid the process. (10:09) Exhalation Counting Exercise – Guided practice in counting during exhalation to fully release air and extend the breath. (11:11) Putting It All Together: Full Breathwork Practice – Combining all the techniques—nostril awareness, three-part breathing, and counting during exhalation—into a cohesive practice. (13:01) Closing Practice and Final Thoughts – Final breathwork session and reflections on the benefits of regular breath awareness practice for relaxation and connection.

"Grounding ourselves through the Breath," is the fourth class in a five-part series on the Breath hosted by Abdi Assadi and Pernilla Burke. In this episode of the "Tools of Awakening" series, we dive into the fourth class focused on breath awareness and its transformative power. We emphasize how breath connects us to our feelings, which many of us unconsciously avoid due to discomfort. By practicing simple breathing techniques, like nostril and abdominal breathing, we can cultivate a deeper connection to both our breath and emotions, helping us process feelings gently. We begin the session with a guided abdominal breathing exercise, followed by a three-part breathing technique. We explain how modern stress leads to shallow, chest-only breathing, and how deeper, abdominal breathing can ground the body and calm the mind. We also highlight how attention directs energy within the body, stressing the importance of grounding awareness in the lower body for relaxation. Throughout the episode, we share practical tips for deepening breathwork, including the use of physical objects to practice abdominal breathing. We conclude with a discussion on the importance of fully exhaling to release stale air, allowing for a more complete and beneficial inhale. We encourage everyone to practice these techniques regularly to build a better relationship with their breath, which fosters emotional balance and self-awareness. (00:00) Introduction and welcome:Pernilla welcomes listeners to the fourth class in the breath series, joined by healer and spiritual counselor, Abdi Assadi, to explore breathing techniques. (00:47) Overview of breathing techniques:Pernilla reviews nostril awareness, a simple technique to help center the mind, emphasizing the importance of repetition for building familiarity and connecting with emotions. (03:10) Common breathing challenges:Abdi explains that avoiding breath is often linked to avoiding emotions, which begins early in life. Shallow breathing blocks both discomfort and positive emotions. (05:31) Guided abdominal breathing exercise:Pernilla leads an abdominal breathing exercise, encouraging listeners to focus on how the abdomen moves and suggesting hand placement for better awareness. (10:06) Pernilla's reflection on breath grounding:Pernilla shares how abdominal breathing grounds her, helping connect with her lower body and shift energy from the mind. (11:20) Abdi on energy flow and attention:Abdi explains that where we place attention, energy flows. Breathwork helps bring focus back to the body, countering the habit of external focus. (12:32) Introduction to three-part breathing:Abdi introduces three-part breathing, filling the lower, middle, and upper lungs in one breath, improving oxygen intake and reducing shallow breathing. (18:10) Practical tip for abdominal breathing:Abdi recommends placing heavy objects on the belly to practice abdominal breathing and emphasizes fully exhaling to clear stale air. (19:35) Closing remarks:Pernilla and Abdi stress the importance of exhalation in breathwork and encourage regular practice at home.

Questo episodio è interamente in inglese. È l'ottavo di una serie di conversazioni con Abdi Assadi, da 40 anni un terapeuta e maestro spirituale di cui più volte ho parlato negli episodi del mio podcast. In questo ottavo episodio parliamo di dipendenze, da quelle da sostanze a quelle sociali. Parliamo di come nasce una dipendenza a partire dall'infanzia e dall'esperienza traumatica, per vedere in che modo usiamo le nostre dipendenze per rimanere disconnessi dal momento presente. Puoi ascoltare il podcast di Abdi Assadi su Spotify e conoscerlo meglio attraverso il suo sito www.abdiassadi.com. Se vuoi ascoltare altre mie condivisioni e farmi domande, puoi unirti al canale telegram Ian Ritter Evolution.

"How much is shallow breathing costing your overall well-being?" is the third class in a five-part series on the Breath hosted by Abdi Assadi and Pernilla Burke.   In this class, Pernilla Burke and Abdi Assadi, both experienced spiritual practitioners, present the third session of their "Tools of Awakening" series, focusing on the power of breath as a transformative tool for mind, body, and spirit. This session is part of a broader effort to teach simple, accessible practices that help individuals become more aware, reduce stress, and navigate life with greater consciousness.   This class highlights the importance of conscious breathing, especially in a world where most people breathe shallowly and unconsciously. This lack of awareness in breathing is connected to various issues, such as heightened anxiety, emotional repression, and physical tension. The goal of the class is to teach viewers how to integrate mindful breathing into their daily lives as a way to increase awareness, reduce reactivity, and move through life in a more peaceful and grounded manner. (00:00 - 01:10) IntroductionPernilla Burke introduces the class and her collaborator, Abdi Assadi.Overview of the tools of awakening and focus on breathing techniques. (01:11 - 03:00) The Importance of BreathingDiscussion on how breathing is often shallow and unconscious in most people.Introduction to the concept of grounding consciousness through breathing. (03:01 - 05:00) Emotional Connection to BreathingExplanation of how breathing impacts emotional processing.Discussion on how people subconsciously modulate emotions through shallow breathing. (05:01 - 07:00) Awareness of Emotional State and BreathingHow breathing exercises help in recognizing and managing emotional states.The role of breathing in reducing incessant thinking and stress. (07:01 - 09:00) Physical Effects of Breathing and RelaxationDiscussion on the connection between breathing and muscle tension, particularly in the shoulders.Importance of using the diaphragm for proper breathing. (09:01 - 11:40) Guided Breathing Exercise: Nostril AwarenessPractical demonstration of nostril awareness breathing.Emphasis on feeling the temperature difference between inhaled and exhaled air. (11:41 - 14:30) Guided Breathing Exercise: Abdominal AwarenessIntroduction to abdominal breathing in conjunction with nostril awareness.Guided practice focusing on diaphragm movement and abdominal relaxation. (14:31 - 16:50) Meditation and the Body-Mind ConnectionDiscussion on how meditation and breathing provide a break from constant thinking.The concept of reconnecting with the body through mindful breathing. (16:51 - 18:50) Quick Breathing Resets for Daily LifeEmphasizing the simplicity and effectiveness of short breathing exercises.Encouragement to incorporate breathing techniques into daily routines. (18:51 - End) Conclusion and EncouragementClosing remarks.Reminder about the availability of standalone breathing practice recordings and the importance of giving oneself the gift of mindful breathing.

“An Appointment with Yourself” is the second class in a five part series on the Breath hosted by Pernilla Burke and Abdi Assadi. In this class we discuss  the importance of proper breathing techniques for mindfulness and emotional regulation.  We provide practical tools to increase awareness and create moments of pause in daily life. The class emphasizes that many people breathe shallowly from the upper lungs due to chronic anxiety. Abdi explains that shallow thoracic breathing suppresses emotions and disconnects us from our bodies. They advocate for "belly breathing," where the lower lobes of the lungs are filled, increasing oxygen intake and helping release repressed emotions. The class aims to help listeners re-train their breathing patterns, highlighting the physiological and emotional benefits of mindful breathing. Pernilla and Abdi's insights encourage incorporating these techniques into daily routines for improved well-being and conscious living. (00:00) Introduction: Introduction by Pernilla Burke and Abdi Assadi. Overview of the purpose of the Awakening 101 classes. (01:01) Importance of Breath: Discussion on the significance of breath for mindfulness. Brief mention of the personal journey with breathwork. (03:01) Shallow Breathing and Anxiety: Explanation of shallow thoracic breathing. Connection between anxiety and shallow breathing. (05:31) Belly Breathing Technique: Introduction to belly breathing. Explanation of how it fills the lower lungs. (07:31) Emotional and Physical Benefits: Benefits of proper breathwork on emotional regulation. Discussion on how breathing can help release repressed emotions. (10:01) Early Development of Breathing Patterns. How shallow breathing patterns develop from a young age. Impact of trauma on breathing. (12:01) Practical Tips for Daily Life: Practical tips for incorporating proper breathing into daily routines. Encouragement to practice mindful breathing for improved well-being. (14:01) Personal Experiences and Conclusion. Abdi and Pernilla share personal experiences with breathwork. Final thoughts and encouragement to viewers.

"Understanding the Power of Breath" is the first class in a five part series on the Breath. Please join us in exploring the breath and its power. This 20 minute Breath Class: "Understanding the Power of Breath" features Pernilla Burke, the founder of Awakening 101, and Abdi Assadi, an acupuncturist, healer, and spiritual counselor. This class is part of the "Tools of Awakening" series and focuses on simple, everyday practices to increase awareness and reduce reactive behavior. They discuss the importance of using simple breathing exercises to bring calm and presence to everyday situations. The session includes a guided breathing exercise designed to help viewers become more aware and relaxed by focusing on their breath and checking in with their mental and physical state.

Questo episodio è interamente in inglese. È il settimo di una serie di conversazioni con Abdi Assadi, da 40 anni un terapeuta e maestro spirituale di cui più volte ho parlato negli episodi del mio podcast. In questo settimo episodio parlo di un tema delicato: quello della mortalità come opportunità per vivere le nostre vite con maggiore ricchezza e senso di proposito. Parlo di come ho vissuto un recente intervento chirurgico al cuore e quelle che potevano essere sia le scelte che le conseguenze, e dunque di come possiamo prepararci a queste eventualità e prenderci cura di noi stessi man mano che ci avviciniamo. Puoi ascoltare il podcast di Abdi Assadi su Spotify e conoscerlo meglio attraverso il suo sito www.abdiassadi.com. Se vuoi ascoltare altre mie condivisioni e farmi domande, puoi unirti al canale telegram Ian Ritter Evolution.

In questo sesto episodio parliamo della differenza tra l'avere cura ed il prenderci cura di qualcuno. Due modalità apparentemente identiche, ma in realtà molto diverse sotto tanti punti di vista. Una è sana l'altra è malsana e condiziona ogni nostra relazione e molti aspetti della nostra vita. Puoi ascoltare il podcast di Abdi Assadi su Spotify e conoscerlo meglio attraverso il suo sito www.abdiassadi.com. Se vuoi ascoltare altre mie condivisioni e farmi domande, puoi unirti al canale telegram Ian Ritter Evolution.

In questo quinto episodio parliamo di relazioni e di come tendiamo a farci carico delle tematiche emozionali degli altri, delle origini di questa tendenza, di come ci porta a scegliere determinate professioni, di come condiziona le nostre vite e di come possiamo trovare un modo più sano per avere cura delle persone a cui vogliamo bene, senza farci carico dei loro malesseri. Puoi ascoltare il podcast di Abdi Assadi su Spotify e conoscerlo meglio attraverso il suo sito www.abdiassadi.com. Se vuoi ascoltare altre mie condivisioni e farmi domande, puoi unirti al canale telegram Ian Ritter Evolution.

Questo episodio è interamente in inglese. È il quarto di una serie di conversazioni con Abdi Assadi, un terapeuta e maestro spirituale di cui più volte ho parlato negli episodi del mio podcast. In questo quarto episodio parliamo della guarigione del nostro lignaggio ancestrale. È un toccante racconto di ciò che Abdi ha vissuto a seguito della scomparsa di suo padre e di come ha affrontato ciò che di suo padre ancora chiedeva di essere guarito. Puoi ascoltare il podcast di Abdi Assadi su Spotify e conoscerlo meglio attraverso il suo sito www.abdiassadi.com. Se vuoi ascoltare altre mie condivisioni e farmi domande, puoi unirti al canale telegram Ian Ritter Evolution.

In this episode of the "Awakening Process 101" podcast, Pernilla Burke, alongside co-host Louise Juel, continues the insightful conversation with Abdi Asadi, a healer, acupuncturist, and spiritual counselor. Titled "Running From Pain Part 2," the discussion digs deep into the human tendency to avoid pain and the profound impact it has on our emotional and physical well-being. Abdi shares his extensive experience, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and sitting with pain rather than running from it. The conversation touches on various aspects of pain management, including cultural influences, learned behaviors, and practical techniques for increasing awareness and presence in daily life. Key themes include the necessity of tolerating discomfort to achieve true healing, the interplay between physical and emotional pain, and the value of cultivating moments of stillness and mindfulness amidst the busyness of modern life. This episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone seeking to understand and manage their pain more effectively. (00:00) Introduction and Overview of the Podcast . Pernilla Burke introduces the podcast and today's guests, Louise Juvel and Abdi Asadi. (02:30) Concept of Running from Pain. Discussion on what it means to run from pain and initial thoughts from Abdi Asadi. (05:30) Cultural and Learned Behaviors around Pain. Abdi talks about societal influences and learned behaviors related to pain avoidance. (09:00) Impact of Avoiding Pain. The consequences of avoiding pain, including the amplification of pain. (12:00) Historical Perspective on Pain Management (12:00 - 15:00) Comparing modern and historical approaches to dealing with pain. (15:00) Physical vs. Emotional Pain. Exploring the relationship between physical pain and emotional pain. (19:00) Techniques for Pain Management. Practical methods for managing pain, including mindfulness and body awareness. (22:00) Personal Experiences and Anecdotes. Louise and Abdi share personal stories related to pain and healing. (27:00) Modern Life and Its Impact on Pain. The effects of modern, busy lifestyles on our ability to manage pain. (32:00) Mindfulness and Presence in Daily Activities. Strategies for incorporating mindfulness into everyday tasks. (36:00) The Benefits of Acknowledging Pain. Discussing the positive outcomes of facing and acknowledging pain. (40:00) Closing Thoughts and Future Topics. Recap of the discussion, Abdi's final insights, and hints at future podcast themes. Thes

Questo episodio è interamente in inglese. È il terzo di una serie di conversazioni con Abdi Assadi, un terapeuta e maestro spirituale di cui più volte ho parlato negli episodi del mio podcast. In questo terzo episodio parliamo di superego, ovvero quel giudice interiore che vive nella testa di ognuno di noi. Nel corso dell'episodio parliamo di come questa figura influenza le nostre vite e i nostri percorsi di crescita personale e spirituale, di quando s'è venuto a creare e del perché lo continuiamo ad alimentare ancora oggi. Puoi ascoltare il podcast di Abdi Assadi su Spotify e conoscerlo meglio attraverso il suo sito www.abdiassadi.com. Se vuoi ascoltare altre mie condivisioni e farmi domande, puoi unirti al canale telegram Ian Ritter Evolution.

Questo episodio è interamente in inglese. È il secondo di una serie di conversazioni con Abdi Assadi, un terapeuta e maestro spirituale di cui più volte ho parlato negli episodi del mio podcast. In questo secondo episodio parliamo di come prendersi cura dei propri bisogni in una relazione. Parleremo di quali sono i bisogni che possiamo chiedere all'altra persona di soddisfare e quali no, faremo distinzioni fra bisogni adulti e bisogni infantili, spiegheremo come accorgerci di quando è uno piuttosto che l'altro tipo di bisogno che chiede di essere soddisfatto, parleremo di codipendenza e molto altro. 

Questo episodio è interamente in inglese. È il primo di una serie di conversazioni con Abdi Assadi, un terapeuta e maestro spirituale di cui più volte ho parlato negli episodi del mio podcast. In questo primo episodio parliamo della notte buia dell'anima, quel periodo particolarmente pesante nella vita di ognuno dove sembra non esserci via d'uscita e siamo pervasi da un senso di disperazione. In quei momenti può vacillare la nostra fede in ciò in cui crediamo a livello spirituale, ma può anche essere l'inizio di un nuovo modo di vivere la propria spiritualità. Parleremo della notte buia dell'anima che ho vissuto una decina di anni fa, di come l'ho affrontata, di come siamo abituati a vivere la spiritualità, su cosa si basano le nostre credenze, di come psicologia e spiritualità s'intrecciano in quei momenti, del ruolo del nostro ego infantile e dell'ego adolescente, del tema del controllo, delle false credenze e molto altro. 

  Radio Cineola is a series of ‘shortwave broadcasts' from around the world. First appearing in 2010 and featuring Matt Johnson and guests, previewing upcoming THE THE releases, works in progress, freshly unearthed (and previously unheard) material from the vaults, plus chats with collaborators past, present and future. A cross between an EP and a jamboree bag.   Darkness Cannot Exist In The Presence Of Light – THE THE & Deadly Avenger Public Opinion (with Angela McCluskey, Abdi Assadi & Roger Scheepers) The Answer To When Is Now  Verse 3 (from The Inertia Variations) Does Prayer Work? Nite Nite

No matter what the question, Love is the answer. Love with a capital L.—Abdi AssadiAbdi Assadi is a spiritual counselor and healer with four decades of clinical experience in acupuncture, body-centered psychotherapy, indigenous shamanic practices, and diverse meditative techniques. He is the author of Shadows on the Path: Revelations and Pitfalls on the Spiritual Journey and A Healer's Handbook: A Guide for the Beginner Practitioner.I asked Abdi to join me to discuss the behemoth topic of how we humans can maintain balance in turbulent times. The conversation covers so much more—as it usually does when we get going. Here are a few highlights:The importance of relationship with Self in a hyper-individuated culture How a death practice helps us live more fullyWhy Love really is the answer to every questionAbdi also leads us in a brief awareness exercise that rounds out all the "yapping" we've done for the hour. Well worth the trip. xo RAMore from Abdi: http://abdiassadi.com________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions._________________________________________ Support the show• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

In Episode 18 we have a guest; Abdi Assadi, an acupuncturist and spiritual counselor from New York. Abdi shares insights from his diverse training in acupuncture, shamanic practices, psychotherapy, and Jungian analysis. Abdi focuses on helping individuals reconnect with their inner selves.  Our conversation explores the crucial role of the body in healing, emphasizing physical awareness as a grounding tool most importantly the tools like connecting with the bottom of your feet and connecting with the breath as it enters and exits the nostrils. Asadi and Pernilla  explore the interplay between psychological healing and spiritual growth, underlining the risk of the spiritual bypass in other words using spirituality to avoid emotional issues. Abdi recounts his personal Kundalini awakenings, highlighting their transformative impact and the insights gained. The discussion then addresses anxiety, cultural pressures, and the need for presence and mindfulness. We discuss issues like  spiritual awakening as a continuous journey of understanding  and growth. Towards the end, Abdi and Louise discuss the aspects of divorce and emphasizes processing emotions like heartbreak and rage through spiritual work. Abdi also examines the theme of choosing love over fear in spiritual awakening and the impact of differing spiritual frequencies in relationships. We discuss the negative effects of staying in unhappy marriages, particularly on children, and the importance of authenticity.  (00:00) introduction and Guest Background: Introduction to the podcast. Abdi Assadi's background as an acupuncturist and spiritual counselor. (04:30) Transition from Acupuncture to Spiritual Counseling: Abdi discusses his shift from physical acupuncture practice to phone-based spiritual counseling. (08:15) Importance of the Body in Spiritual Practice: Conversation about the role of the body in grounding spiritual practices. Discussion on the interplay of physical presence and energy work. (13:00) Integrating Psychology with Spirituality: The necessity of addressing psychological aspects alongside spiritual growth. Insights into the integration of psychotherapy with spiritual counseling. (17:45) Personal Spiritual Experiences and Awakening: Abdi shares his personal experiences related to spiritual awakening. Discussion on the nature of awakening as a process. (23:30) Challenges and Misconceptions on the Spiritual Path: Discussing the challenges and common misconceptions encountered on the spiritual journey. Insights into the pitfalls of ego and enlightenment. (29:00) Living in the Moment and Emotional Processing: Emphasizing the importance of being present in the moment. Strategies for dealing with emotions and psychological patterns. (34:15) Relationships, Divorce, and Spiritual Growth: Exploring how spiritual growth impacts relationships, with a focus on divorce. Personal reflections on emotional challenges and growth during significant life changes. (40:00) Closing Thoughts and Future Plans: Summarizing key points from the discussion. Plans for future episodes and topics to explore.

In this episode of "Awakening Process 101," Pernilla and Louise discuss the profound practice of surrender. Pernilla recounts her first significant experience with surrender, which marked the beginning of her sobriety. They explore the struggles with patience and control and share techniques for incorporating surrender into daily life, such as the 24-hour rule from Alcoholics Anonymous. The conversation also delves into the tension between helplessness and control, with examples from Pernilla's recent experiences and strategies for managing stress. They emphasize that while mastering surrender takes time, it ultimately brings peace. Additionally, the episode highlights the importance of pausing before reacting to life events, which can transform how we engage with the world. Abdi Assadi ⁠https://abdiassadi.com/⁠ (00:00)  Introduction: Pernilla and Louise greet the audience, sharing their excitement and current weather conditions in their respective locations (Denmark and the US). (01:20) Podcast Background: Explanation of "Awakening Process 101" podcast's purpose, focusing on spirituality, awakening, and the deep spiritual paths of the hosts. (03:40) Episode Theme Introduction: Discussion on the concept of surrender, its significance in the spiritual journey, and how it has personally affected the hosts. (06:00) Personal Stories of Surrender: A detailed recount of the first significant experience with surrender related to sobriety and the realization of being powerless over alcohol. (10:45 ) The Process of Learning to Surrender: Reflections on early recovery, the struggle with control, and the gradual understanding of letting go. (15:30) Implementing Surrender in Daily Life: Introduction of practical tools like the 24-hour rule from Alcoholics Anonymous and its impact on managing reactions and emotions. (20:00) Evolution of Surrender Practice: How surrender has shifted from a conscious effort to a more automatic response in daily situations. (25:00) Surrender During Challenging Times: Examples from travel during COVID, highlighting the stress of planning and the practice of surrender to cope with uncertainty. (30:00) Control vs. Responsibility: A discussion on the difference between trying to control outcomes and taking responsible actions, especially in preparation and planning. (35:00) The Role of Responsibility and Respect: Expanding on how responsibility towards oneself and others plays a crucial role in personal growth and the practice of surrender. (40:00) Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways: Summarizing the discussion on surrender, emphasizing practical tips like the 24-hour rule, and the importance of giving oneself space to process emotions before reacting.

✨ 100th EPISODE SPECIAL ✨Join me in this special, one-hour interview with Abdi Assadi, a remarkable healer and counselor I've had the privilege to know and work with for over a decade. ____________________________The whole woke movement is an extension of this culture's narcissism on steroids... Woke is a fortification of the head. Awake is a softening of the ego and an opening of the heart.—Abdi AssadiAbdi Assadi is a spiritual counselor and healer with four decades of clinical experience in acupuncture, body-centered psychotherapy, indigenous shamanic practices, and many meditative techniques. He is also a practitioner of internal and external martial arts. The real crux of Abdi's work is integrating the human shadow, the disowned parts of ourselves that cause much of our disease and dysfunction. In this episode, Abdi and I delve into some unpopular territory—questioning the virtues of the "woke movement" and considering its ultimate deleterious effects on our psyches and spirits. Instead, Abdi offers the alternative of being "awake," so that we are "seeing—and more importantly feeling—of the whole while having compassion and love for those that have a different or damaged way of seeing… "We also talk about individuation—what it means to be a true ally, and how to stay awake in a woke culture.More from Abdi:Website: http://abdiassadi.comBooksShadows on the PathA Handbook for Healers: A Guide for the Beginner PractitionerWomen in Midlife: Here's where you can learn more about building a strong foundation of self in midlife as well as our Awakened Women Mentors Community.Join the mailing list so you don't miss upcoming free events and support. Got a question about your self? Send it to me at rachel@selftalkpodcast.com and it may be featured on a future episode. Support the show• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •Music:"Ave Marimba"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

Abdi Assadi is a spiritual counselor and healer with over 40 years of clinical practice. His work ceters on helping patients use their disease and dysfunction as a doorway to spiritual serenity. Through his decades of practice, he has learned that identifying and integrating the human shadow—those disowned or repressed puzzle pieces of self that wreak havoc in our lives—offers the most lasting healing for what ails us in body, mind, and spirit. He has studied Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese acupuncture, body centered psychotherapy, external and internal martial arts, indigenous shamanic practices and diverse meditative techniques. He believes we should live in this transient world as fully as possible. Abdi returns to the show for his second appearance, to talk about staying centered, sane, and heart-focused in the maelstorm of hell that our world has become. To start learning magick now, check out our free guided meditation at https://start.magick.me

In this episode, Jason discusses the widespread consequences that stem from trauma experienced during childhood and trauma created within so-called spiritual communities. He explores this idea by reading a passage from James Hillman's 1996 book, The Soul's Code, and shares how addressing these issues in oneself can be a powerful step towards attaining one's True Will. This episode is an excerpt taken from what is hands-down our most popular mega-course ever, The Adept Initiative. It's not just a class—it is a step-by-step guide to mastering magick and freeing yourself, spiritually and materially. It's jam-packed with more than 40+ hours worth of practical information and tools from across the world, curated from many spiritual and mystical traditions. Get our best-selling mega-course, The Adept Initiative, to start completely retooling your life, now: https://www.magick.me/p/adept Just starting out? Get our FREE 7-minute Guided Meditation and Introductory Course here: https://start.magick.me/ In this episode, Jason also mentions this great conversation with Abdi Assadi on a previous podcast, check it out here: “Me and My Shadow” Books mentioned on this episode: Judith Herman, "Trauma and Recovery" James Hillman, "The Soul's Code: In Search of Character and Calling"

Abdi Assadi is a spiritual counselor in his 37th year of clinical practice. In this short practice, he guides us through grounding our conscious awareness in our physical body.

In this episode, Celine and Jeremiah discuss the concept of permission slips! People, books, ideas, and places we reference in this episode: Bashar's concept of "Permission Slips" (www.goodvibeuniversity.com/public/Bashar__Permission_Slips.cfm), Coconut Ceremony (www.quora.com/What-is-the-reason-behind-the-coconut-breaking-ritual-in-Hindu-religion), Jewish High Holidays (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_Holy_Days), Tosha Silver (www.toshasilver.com), Romemu (romemu.org), “The Celestine Prophecy: An Experiential Guide” by James Redfield and Carol Adrienne (www.celestinevision.com/recommended-books/), “Tales of Wonder” by Huston Smith (www.harpercollins.com/products/tales-of-wonder-huston-smith), “The Gift” by Sally Rhine Feather (www.amazon.com/Gift-Extraordinary-Experiences-Ordinary-People/dp/0312329199), “The Metamorphisis” by Franz Kafka (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Metamorphosis), “Time to be Holy” by Swami Sivananda Radha (www.yasodhara.org/online-store/time-to-be-holy), “The Art of breathing” by Dr. Danny Penman (franticworld.com/resources/breathing), Abdi Assadi & Eddie Stern Conversation (https://abdiassadi.com/videos/a-conversation-with-abdi-assadi-and-eddie-stern), Rob Brezsny (freewillastrology.com), “Imaginal Hygiene” by M.T. Xen (realitysandwich.com/10267/imaginal_hygiene), Fairies (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fairy), True North Healing Arts (Celine’s Acupuncture practice) (truenorthhealing.net), Vote (www.vote.org), If you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting us here: buymeacoffee.com/woowoo or here: patreon.com/aswoowooasyouwant. And don't forget to follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/aswoowooasyouwant. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Celine and Jeremiah talk the super fun subject of Acceptance! Kidding aside, this is a topic that we both found important to discuss at this time and we truly hope you find some nuggets of inspiration from the episode. Sending you lots of love! People, books, ideas, and places we reference in this episode: Coconut Ceremonies, Bashar, Eckhart Tolle on Acceptance, The difference between Gratitude and Thankfulness on the podcast "Being Boss", Elizabeth Gilbert's "Eat, Pray, Love" when she equates New York with the word "Ambition", Brené Brown Alternate Nostril Breathing Abdi Assadi Tosha Silver's "Change Me Prayers" We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Celine and Jeremiah continue their two-part in-depth talk with Abdi Assadi. You can find out more about Abdi by visiting his website, www.abdiassadi.com, where you can find his book "Shadows on the Path", his blog, and his podcast (www.abdiassadi.com/podcast). You can also follow Abdi on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube: @abdiassadi. People, books, ideas, and places we reference in this episode: Black Mirror, The Twilight Zone, Social Media Addiction, Psilocybin, The Basket of Deplorables, Projection, Kundalini, Incarnation, Vasanas, The Four Negations, The Big Bang, Bukowski, Narcissists Study of Being Happy, Zombieland: Double Tap, the Inner Child, We hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Celine and Jeremiah talk with Abdi Assadi! Abdi is an amazing healer, acupuncturist, intuitive, and author. Because we covered so many topics during our conversation with him, most notably the Shadow, we decided to split this episode into two parts, this being the first. You can find out more about Abdi by visiting his website, www.abdiassadi.com, where you can find his book "Shadows on the Path", his blog, and his podcast (www.abdiassadi.com/podcast). You can also follow Abdi on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube: @abdiassadi. People, books, ideas, and places we reference in this episode: Nemesis & Narcissus, Mercury Retrograde, Biofeedback Therapy, Sympathetic & Parasympathetic Nervous Systems, Brain Evolution, Fraternal Order of Police Opposes Impeachment, Oklahoma Open Carry Law, Low Crime Rate in US, Scarface, Hungry Ghost, The Matrix, Acupuncture, and the difference between Chinese and Japanese/Vietnamese Practices, We hope you enjoy!

Abdi Assadi, M.S., Lic. Ac. is a spiritual counselor and acupuncturist is his 34th year of clinical practice in New York City.  His work centers on helping his clients use their disease and dysfunction as a doorway to spiritual serenity.  Through his decades of practice, he has learned that identifying and integrating the human shadow--those disowned or repressed puzzle pieces of self that wreak havoc in our lives--offers the most lasting hearing for what ails us in the body, mind and spirit.  He has studied Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese acupuncture, body centered psychotherapy, external and internal martial arts, indigenous shamanic practices as well as diverse meditative techniques.  He rides motorcycles, curses with abandon, and believes we should live in this transient world as fully as possible.   For more information about Abdi's work please see: https://abdiassadi.com/ Twitter: Abdi's Twitter Feed Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abdiassadi/  

Author, spiritual counselor, and acupuncturist Abdi Assadi returned to the Very Ape Space Capsule for a deep dive into the shadow realm. This is a conversation about surrender, listening to pain, helplessness, heartbreak, vulnerability, detours on the path, making the unconscious conscious and best practices to transcend your shadow beast. Extremely powerful conversation about critical topics that are far too often avoided. Enjoy! Subscribe on iTunes: goo.gl/Ytp3nx For more from Abdi check out his website www.abdiassadi.com Follow Abdi on insta or twitter @AbdiAssadi See our films for free at www.veryape.tv Follow VeryApe on insta or twitter @VeryApeTv Follow Sean on insta or twitter @SeanVeryApe Recorded 5/6/19 Manhattan, NY veryape.tv

Abdi Assadi is the author of “Shadows on the Path” a spiritual counselor and acupuncturist in his 33rd year of clinical practice in NYC. His work centers on helping his clients use their disease and dysfunction as a doorway to spiritual serenity. He believes that identifying and integrating the human shadow - those disowned or repressed puzzle pieces of self that wreak havoc in our lives - offers the most lasting healing for what ails us in body, mind, and spirit. He has studied Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese acupuncture, body centered psychotherapy, martial arts, shamanic practices, and diverse meditative techniques.

Abdi Assadi is the author of “Shadows on the Path” a spiritual counselor and acupuncturist in his 33rd year of clinical practice in NYC. His work centers on helping his clients use their disease and dysfunction as a doorway to spiritual serenity. He believes that identifying and integrating the human shadow - those disowned or repressed puzzle pieces of self that wreak havoc in our lives - offers the most lasting healing for what ails us in body, mind, and spirit. He has studied Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese acupuncture, body centered psychotherapy, martial arts, shamanic practices, and diverse meditative techniques.

Author, spiritual counselor, and acupuncturist Abdi Assadi came by to discuss our individual and collective shadows, how the unconscious is manifesting through our behaviors and systems, confronting shadow projections and avoiding shadow suppression, and how to remove the masks and live a more truthful life. Extremely powerful conversation about critical topics that are far too often avoided. Enjoy! Subscribe on iTunes: goo.gl/Ytp3nx For more from Abdi check out his website www.abdiassadi.com Follow Abdi on insta or twitter @AbdiAssadi See our films for free at www.veryape.tv Follow VeryApe on insta or twitter @VeryApeTv Follow Sean on insta or twitter @SeanVeryApe Recorded 11/5/18 Brooklyn, NY veryape.tv

Author and clinical practitioner Abdi Assadi and I discuss the role of the shadow in spiritual work, and how your dark side can f*ck you up if you're not careful. This was a tremendous, enlightening and healing conversation.

Part 3: A Conversation with Abdi Assadi, Author of - "Shadows on the Path: Revelations and Pitfalls on the Spiritual Journey" - with DharmaPodcast.net on June 27, 2008

Part 2: A Conversation with Abdi Assadi, Author of - "Shadows on the Path: Revelations and Pitfalls on the Spiritual Journey" - with DharmaPodcast.net on June 27, 2008

Part 1: A Conversation with Abdi Assadi, Author of - "Shadows on the Path: Revelations and Pitfalls on the Spiritual Journey" - with DharmaPodcast.net on June 27, 2008