Podcasts about Dark Night

Episode Summary: Not one of us is exempt from loss. We lose what we expected, what we thought we believed, what we dreamed, our sense of security or identity. We lose friendships. We lose people we love. What do we do with the disruption, the devastation of loss? How do we survive unpredictable grief, ongoing suffering, and the questions about God that happen in the dark nights of our lives? None of us want to be in seasons of sorrow. But sometimes the dark nights of life and faith have strange gifts. On the other side, we find ourselves free from the superficial in our lives. We discover peace and the assurance that we are loved. And we may experience a deeper, more honest relationship with the God we found in the dark. In this episode, I sit down with pastor and author Aubrey Sampson to talk about navigating deep loss and learning to sense God’s presence in the darkest seasons. Quotables from the episode: For me, writing was a prayer, writing was an anchor to God, writing was trying to figure out what in the world was happening when everything felt very out of control. And ultimately, writing did become a lifeline to hope in the midst of something that felt very hopeless. Grief is also very difficult to find language for, to explain, because it can feel like so many jumbled, opposed, and poignant metaphors or events all at once. Grief is like jumping on a cheerless trampoline, a constant disorientation between adrenaline and gravity. Grief is an empty, dilapidating playground, a sad, stoic icon of lost memories and what could have been. Grief is a firestone, full of uncontrollable destruction and rage and simultaneously a mudslide, sloppy, shocking and unstoppable. Grief is a planet, vast, cold, and mysterious, and grief is somehow also a roly-poly pill bug, often unnoticed by others, unarmored and earthy. The questions I was asking felt like almost like I described them in the book as like baby-deer questions. They just felt very vulnerable to me to be asking a God that I have centered my life around questions like, "Are you real? Is your arm too short to heal cancer? Where are you? Are my prayers hitting the ceiling fan or are they actually going to your ears, Lord?" I was asking some questions that I sort of felt like I should not be asking these, not because I felt ashamed. I know God can handle our hard questions. It wasn't that. It was just like, I should be beyond these questions by now. But the grief was so tender, Michelle, and so close. Some of my prayers were like, “how could you? Like, how dare you?” And part of it was her journey. She experienced healing from cancer about a year in and they didn't call it remission yet. But the doctors did say, this is great, cancer -free, the chemo's done what it should, and then about three months later, it came back with a vengeance. So that was some of it too. The whiplash of it made me ask God some really difficult questions. Like, “can you do anything good in this, God? Like, this feels so lacking in goodness, so lacking in hope, so lacking in beauty you are taking a mom away from three young sons you are taking a daughter away from parents a sister away from sister. Can your goodness reach even into this place?” There's just so many situations that prompt those honest gut level questions. Like, I know you God, but I don't understand. I don't understand and God often doesn't answer our why, but he does invite us to be honest with our questions. I mean, I think about so many in the Bible and some of the questions they ask, you know, it'd be easy to say, well, how could they dare? But we ask our own variety of those same questions. And I find it helpful to read those questions in scripture because, you know, you find some comfort in, "Okay, these were historical, ecumenical, faithful followers of God throughout history, and yet they are asking God the same questions. How long, O Lord? How lonely, I feel." Lamentations is full of these, like, "How could you? How dare you? How will you fix this?" And so to be able to know that actually, though it feels opposite of our faith. Actually, this type of posture before God is a very, I think, crucial part of our faith journey. I think God actually allows us and wants us to ask those questions on purpose as part of our spiritual formation. Again, we kind of get into our heads as if this isn't faithful or something's wrong. I'm going backwards spiritually, but then when you read those questions all throughout scripture, you can find some comfort in like, okay, these people are in the Bible, right? They were faithful followers of God. They're asking the same questions I'm asking. Yeah, God used them as examples for us. That's it. To teach us, to encourage us. One thing that you want as a Christian, even in your darkest hours, is for God to come for you with a sense of comfort. Holy Spirit provides you peace. Holy Spirit provides you a sense that God is with you. God sees you. God is around you. And what I found in my season of grief was that was not occurring. I could not sense God with me. I couldn't hear God speaking to me. I could not “connect with God.” I was just like, “God, where are you? Like, I can't even sense your spirit comforting me and I need you more than ever.” And I began because of the Lord's kindness, I was meeting with a spiritual director at the time. And I began to read about a very common spiritual experience again throughout history, again throughout the Bible, called the Dark Night of the Soul. Which, again, we tend to use it a little generically just to me, and I'm going through a hard time, that's a Dark Night of the Soul. A dark night of the soul was coined by St. John of the Cross right after the Spanish Inquisition. And what he talked about was the very thing I'm talking about, when you cannot sense God answering your prayers, when you cannot sense God's nearness, when you cannot see what God is doing, that sense of God's quote "absence" is actually what it means to walk through a dark night of the soul. That can happen in grief, it can happen in loss, it can happen just in life, midlife crisis, it can happen. And what we find in dark nights of the soul is something that We know to be true, God never leaves us nor forsakes us. But for some reason, God does tend to pull back that "felt sense of His presence." And part of what God is doing, we can't all understand everything God is doing, but part of what God is doing is teaching us that our faith is not just about a feeling. Our faith is about the object of our faith, Jesus. And so, whether we're "feeling" the presence of God or not, can we choose to have faith that says He is true, His character is true, He is steadfast, I will keep believing, I will keep leaning in, I will keep being faithful even when I can't "feel" Him. And there's something mysterious and explosive and actually good that we find in dark nights of the soul even though it's often quite painful and confusing. Michelle, it is hard to sort of find yourself on the grief map when you're in it, especially when it's fresh. And so sometimes you don't know is where I'm at normal, okay, should I be farther along than I am. And the hard part is, depending on the context texture from, often people want you to be further along than you actually are. And you're just not, I mean, it just until you've walked through grief, you, you don't know, no, no, no, I can't move faster than I can move. I am right where I am. And that's as far as I can go. I wrote about these, these three different moments in darkness to try to at least help readers, grievers, someone walking through any type of loss or transition to sort of go, "Okay, I might find myself here." And also, to say any of those places are right where you're supposed to be. God is not rushing you past the finish line of pain. Some of us, I think, like I said, rush past it or pretend it isn't happening, but just to go, "Okay, God, things are changing. This is a new season. I don't necessarily like it. I don't really enjoy why I'm here, but I'm going to trust you've got some discoveries for me. And so, I'm going to keep open to whatever you're doing as the night falls. And then the next phase, midnight, I mean, this is where I wrote about my best friend's jet death and just everything changing. I mean, it is just the onslaught of grief that you feel physically, you feel emotionally you experience spiritually it's in your body it's in your mind it's you know you know this from the mental health world your brain is flat you can't really function the way that you used to function and I wanted to put some language for that again just to say it is normal and your only job is to be gentle with yourself at your spiritual midnight your emotional midnight like just Be kind to yourself. Be kind to yourself. I think we want to learn the lesson and we want to build the muscles and we want to build resilience. We want to grow in our depth and our meaning. That will come, but it is okay to be right where you are for as long as you need to be, especially in that initial onslaught of grief. We write a lot about that in the section on midnight. And then the last section, when I was very careful not to do, Michelle, and I think you'll appreciate this as one who talks about her own depression. I didn't want to say, "But the sun is coming. Sunrise is on its way." I did not want to write another book about, like, quote, "sunny spirituality," because that's not always what healing is. Healing isn't always darkness to light. Sometimes healing is this gradual progression of, "Oh, I see a little glimmer of hope here." Okay, here's some light coming through. I think so often we celebrate like the mountaintop, or the victory and we forget to celebrate what a courageous thing it is to step out in community again after loss or try something new after loss or frankly put pants on and go to Target after loss like those are victories. And so, I wanted to write and sort of normalize that healing can look dramatic. And in a moment, healing can also be very slow. And isn't, you know, isn't always just your sun. Sometimes it's like, you know, here's some stars in your darkness, that's healing too. In one sense, I think you do the things you don't do, meaning you rest Sabbath if you're not someone who has done that before, try to sleep if you can. I think this is a time to take up spiritual practices of slowness, stillness, silence, listening. I guess what I'm trying to say is there's not a lot you have to do. And especially early on in the dark night of the soul. And I said this before I will say it again and again and again, be gentle with yourself. I mean, you know, any listener who or view or who has been through loss knows, you often can't even remember like what shampoo is or how to shampoo your hair, let alone want to, or want to, that's a very good point, or even have the desire to. So I think a thing you do is be gentle with yourself Loss, grief, darkness can be very isolating. And so I think it is so important that you allow yourself intentionally to reach out to the safe people in your life. That doesn't have to be everybody. You don't have to be best friends with everyone who wants to come around you or, but who are the safe, trusted people that you can say, I can't pray right now, so I need you to pray for me. I am hurting right now. I need somebody just to know. I think the community piece is so important. We are not meant to do the faith journey alone. We're not meant to do grief alone. We're not meant to do darkness alone. We need some traveling companions. And again, you get to choose who those people are. There are some people for some reason that it just can't go with you in dark places and that's okay. But if you have some safe people that can't, you know, let them be a lifeline to you. It's hard in grief because people will often very well meaning ask you, what can I do for you? What do you need? And you just don't have the wherewithal to do it. So, on the flip side, I would say if you are walking with someone who's in a dark season, don't even ask, just say, I've sent you a Chipotle gift card, it's going to arrive in your mail, Uber Eats, whatever it is. I've sent you a gift card to any service, use it when you need to. I think some of that proactive approach for someone who's walking through darkness is really helpful too. Oh, for - Sure, because it's almost like the brain fog and the decision fatigue is so great that it's too hard to think about what I could ask someone else to do. Plus, if you've just lost having to ask someone for help, you risk rejection, which is another form of loss. So, what about the person who feels like their faith is being shaken by their dark night? What would you say to that person? Because we know the enemy is crafty and he seeks to steal, kill and destroy and he watches so intently. So, he knows when we're at our weakest point, so how do So how do we fight back against that? - Yeah, I think that is so good because what you don't want to do is get in a mindset where you are thinking God caused this pain in my life. God is not the author of pain, author of evil. God in Jesus conquered death. So those things are not from God. But what we and trust is that God is in them, redeeming them, making all things new. I think it's important to know this again, this is a normal part of your spiritual walk. I think sometimes again, we can think, the scaffolding of my faith is being shaken, that's bad, that's bad, that's bad. But sometimes to be disillusioned spiritually is a really good healthy thing because you're not living an illusion anymore. And so, some of the things that you have clung to that are false ideas about God, about faith, God is actually shaking those up on purpose. And that's something good he does in darkness is you find, you know, your faith is a little more explosive, a little more intimate, because you've embraced mystery and God's bigness and the boxes that you put God in suddenly God is breaking out of all of that is very good all of that is part of spiritual formation it can feel like it's you're going backwards but again if you can keep leaning in staying connected to God you find on the other side of that a greater intimacy with God however what you just talked about the spiritual attack that can come. I do think we have to be wise about this. I have a good friend who talks about these are the moments when you just have to contend for your faith. Like Jesus, I am not going anywhere. I am putting my anchor of faith in the ground. I am believing that you are good. I am believing that you do good. Any light otherwise is from the enemy, I plead the blood of Jesus over it and I will not walk in it. And so that's a hard muscle when you are depressed, dark, grieving. It's hard to kind of know what's spiritual attack, what's, you know, my just mental state is not okay, what is just, I'm sad, right? And so, I do think this going back to community where it's so helpful to have your other friends pray for you and you don't have to wherewithal to do it yourself. And to say, okay, Lord, I hate everything about this, but you have called yourself faithful and so I'm going to believe you are faithful. I think there's some work we have to do, Michelle, like to remember in the darkness what we knew in the light, remember in the desert what we knew in the garden seasons of our lives, remember in the valley what we knew on the mountaintop, like there is some work of recall, okay. God has been good to me, God has been good throughout history, God's character is true, I will choose to believe that even though this is like the fight of my life right now, and God honors that kind of faith and that kind of wrestle, he really does. And I appreciate what you're saying about remembering what we knew in the light and taking that into those dark places. I think it's also so important for us to remember, just as you said, God doesn't cause pain. He doesn't cause hardship. But God is always concerned with us growing. I love to garden. I'm a very impatient gardener, but I love to garden. But what it has taught me is that the most crucial growth happens below the soil in the dark place. And while none of us wants to go through pain and suffering, if we can appreciate that God is in that dark place and cultivating something good, that's a hope line that we can hold on to when it doesn't feel good. Think about Jesus in the garden. That was a dark place. His friends wouldn't even stay awake, right? And yet it was a good thing that came out of it because even though he was so honest and I love his honesty, Father, if there is any other way that this cup could pass from me, please, please do it, but ultimately, I want your will, not mine. And I think that's so important for us to remember that our savior of the world went through that dark night. Thankfully God is so patient with us. - Yes. - Oh, so patient with us. And I began to sense God sort of lovingly drawing me back to the word, but not for performance, not for study, not for output, not even for preparation. Just, "Hey, you're my daughter. Why don't you just come and read one song, read one, one little verse?" And I began in my mind to call it inchworm Bible reading where I just would read one song and then I would read it again. And then the next day read it again. And I was not accomplishing anything deeply spiritual, very profound. But there was something healing. And it won the words of the Psalms and this beautiful book of prayers and poems and laments for the people of God. And a lot of them are about pain and suffering. So that was one to find language for what I was walking through. But also, it was like, I felt like, again, God just let me be a human being and not a human doing. And I just got to sit in his presence. And it didn't matter how much I accomplished, it didn't matter that I made some beautiful social media post, wrote a sermon based on the reading, it was just about connecting with the father. And the Lord was again, very patient with me. And in time, I just began to sense all of that was God kind of reminding me, “I'm here, I'm still here. There's a rope tethering you to me. I am not going to let you go." And so that inchworm Bible reading, as silly as it sounds, became very profound. I feel like God found me again in that. It's such a profound act of worship and faith to run to God with those things because he would rather us come to him with that type of anger and raw questions and authenticity than walk away in apathy. And so whatever you can do, whether it's journaling, praying aloud in your car, writing, singing, painting, Whatever it is to give those heart things to the Lord is in itself an act of worship and connection and a tool. When we go through such incredibly painful times, like the dark night of the soul that we talked about before the break, it's natural in our humanness to ask, why did this happen? Those questions are the right questions to be asking. Those are the questions that God loves to hear. And so, I would invite you to ask those questions to God and wait as long as it takes for God to answer. You do not give up. But I would also say this, hope is coming, light is coming. The dark night does not say dark forever. Grief stays for a very long time, but it changes shape. I grieve my best friend Jen differently. We just celebrated her 45th birthday. I grieve her differently on her 45th birthday than I did two years ago. I still miss her deeply. The grief is different. I am different. The way I experience grief is different. I've had new losses since Jen and those are different. And so, it is okay to also remind yourself that hope is coming. You can continue to choose to hope even when you feel hopeless, can ask other people to hold that for you and you can't hold it yourself. I think, again, that's a beautiful part of the Christian faith is it's not meant to be individual; it's meant to be collective and communal. And so, Michelle, I can borrow your hope and your faith when I don't have any and you can borrow mine when you don't have any and all of those things the Lord will use to bring you back to a place of hope and delight and goodness and even joy again in His presence with other people and hope for the future. What you're walking through is normal. It is not antithetical to your faith, but part of the faith journey. I want to tell you to keep leaning into Jesus because he is faithful and true. And I would also, I think about the words of Psalm 40:40 where David says I'm at the bottom of my pit and what I found Lord is that you lifted me out and I kind of referred to this subtly a minute ago but there is that spiritual tether connecting you to God if you're a person in Jesus and God is not going to let you stay in your pit the rest of your life God is not going to you alone in your pit. And in fact, what's so beautiful about Jesus in his suffering, he crawls down in our pits with us, does not leave us alone in them. And so you have a friend in suffering who is actually in it with you, but outside of it able to redeem it and able to make something beautiful and new in the situation that seems so painful now. I just want to remind you that the temptation is great to pull away from God and from others especially when we've just gone through a period of loss, but I'm encouraging you consistent With God's admonition that you continue to cry out to him be honest with him ask the types of questions that Aubrey shared that she asked. There's no shame in that and God is big enough to handle that. Scripture References: Psalm 88:12 “Are your wonders known in the place of darkness, or your righteous deeds in the land of oblivion?” Psalm 88:1 “Lord, you are the God who saves me; day and night I cry out to you.” Recommended Resources: What We Find in the Dark: Loss, Hope, and God’s Presence in Grief by Aubrey Sampson Sacred Scars: Resting in God’s Promise That Your Past Is Not Wasted by Dr. Michelle Bengtson The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner AWSA 2024 Golden Scroll Christian Living Book of the Year and the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Christian Living and Non-Fiction categories YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, AWSA Member of the Year, winner of the AWSA 2023 Inspirational Gift Book of the Year Award, the 2024 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in the Devotional category, the 2023 Christian Literary Awards Reader’s Choice Award in four categories, and the Christian Literary Awards Henri Award for Devotionals YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 1 YouVersion Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day version 2 Revive & Thrive Women’s Online Conference Revive & Thrive Summit 2 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 1 Trusting God through Cancer Summit 2 Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the AWSA 2020 Best Christian Living Book First Place, the first place winner for the Best Christian Living Book, the 2020 Carolina Christian Writer’s Conference Contest winner for nonfiction, and winner of the 2021 Christian Literary Award’s Reader’s Choice Award in all four categories for which it was nominated (Non-Fiction Victorious Living, Christian Living Day By Day, Inspirational Breaking Free and Testimonial Justified by Grace categories.) YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide Free PDF Resource: How to Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Henri and Reader’s Choice Award Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award Free Webinar: Help for When You’re Feeling Blue Social Media Links for Host and Guest: Connect with Aubrey Sampson: Website / Facebook / Instagram For more hope, stay connected with Dr. Bengtson at: Order Book Sacred Scars / Order Book The Hem of His Garment / Order Book Today is Going to be a Good Day / Order Book Breaking Anxiety’s Grip / Order Book Hope Prevails / Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter (@DrMBengtson) / LinkedIn / Instagram / Pinterest / YouTube / Podcast on Apple Guest: Aubrey Sampson (MA, evangelism and leadership) coplanted and is on staff at Renewal Church, a multiethnic congregation in Chicagoland. She is an author a coach with Propel Women Cohorts and the cohost of The Nothing is Wasted Podcast. She is passionate about helping hurting Christians find God’s presence in their pain. She and her husband, Kevin, and their three hilarious sons live, minister, and play in the Chicagoland area. Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Welcome back to another episode of the Online Warriors Podcast! This week Techtic takes on solo coverage of the 2025 Gamescom!  - Gamescom 2025 (2:02)  - Bubsy 4D (2:44)  - Keeper (3:10)  - Denshattack! (3:59)  - Sonic Racing Cross Worlds (4:54)  - Valor Mortis (5:31)  - Sekiro Anime (6:21)  - Season 2 Fallout (7:16)  - Clair Obscure Expedition 33 Song (8:23)  - Call of Duty Black Ops 7 (9:05)  - Hollownight Silksong (10:52)  - Lego Batman Legacy of the Dark Night (11:27)  - Demon X Machina (12:34)  - Void Breaker (13:11)  - Deadpool VR (13:51)  - John Carpenter's Toxic Commando (17:02)  - Death by Scrolling (17:26)  - Deltaforce (18:32)  - Time Takers (19:22)  - Outerworlds 2 (20:24)  - Fate Trigger (20:53)  - Vampire Masquerade Bloodlines 2 (21:33)  - World of Warcraft: Midnight (22:56)  - Resident Evil Requiem (23:40)  - Black Myth Zhong Kui (24:41) Then we talk about what he's been up to: - Techtic submits his game jam and drafts for fantasy football (25:31)   Special shoutout to our Patreon Producer: Steven Keller!   We'd like to thank each and every one of you for listening in every week. If you'd like to support the show, you can drop us a review on your favorite podcast platform or, if you're feeling extra generous, drop us a subscribe over at Patreon.com/OnlineWarriorsPodcast. We have three tiers of subscriptions, each of which gives you some awesome bonus content! As always, we appreciate you tuning in, and look forward to seeing you next week! Stay safe and healthy everyone! Find us all over the web: Online Warriors Website: https://www.onlinewarriorspodcast.com Online Warriors Twitter: https://twitter.com/onlinewarriors1 Illeagle's Twitter: https://twitter.com/OWIlleagle86 Nerdbomber's Twitter: https://twitter.com/OWNerdbomber Techtic's Twitter: https://twitter.com/OWTechtic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onlinewarriorspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlinewarriorspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwOwzY6aBcTFucWEeFEtwIg Merch Store: https://onlinewarriorspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/

Part 3: The trial of James Holmes unfolds with gripping tension as the jury deliberates whether he was insane during the tragic act that claimed 12 innocent lives and inflicted countless injuries. Should they find him sane, a critical question looms: Is the death penalty warranted? The atmosphere in the courtroom is charged with emotion as courageous survivors and grieving family members share their poignant stories, each one a testament to resilience in the face of unimaginable loss. As the community embarks on a heartfelt journey of healing, they are united in their determination to honor the memories of that Dark Night In Aurora by rebuilding their lives with hope and strength. This heart-wrenching scenario prompts profound and unsettling questions: Who are these mass shooters? What drives them to commit such dreadful acts? More importantly, what actionable steps can we take to prevent future tragedies? In her quest for understanding, Jill immerses herself in the research, seeking not only answers but solutions. CRIMECON DENVER 2025: Friday, Sept 5, 2025, 9 PM MT- Murder Shelf Book Club Meetup- Embers Lounge Bar!   Buy A Dark Night in Aurora: Inside James Holmes and the  Colorado Mass Shooting by Dr William H. Reid, MD   Buy AURORA: The Psychiatrist who treated the Movie Theater Killer Tells Her Story by Dr Lynne Fenton and Kerrie Droban. Sources, photographs, recipes and drink information can be found Jill's blog: www.murdershelfbookclub.com July 2025 Contact:  jill@murdershelfbookclub.com, or X,  Facebook,  Instagram or YouTube.  Join Jill on PATREON for $4 and help pick our next book! Join Jill on Creators Row at CRIMECON DENVER 2025! Get your Murder Shelf Book Club merch!    

On August 27, 2025, at 8:30 AM, Minneapolis, Minnesota, faced a tragic incident at the Annunciation Church and Catholic School in Minneapolis, with 2 killed and 17 injured as per the latest news report.  As we grapple with the pain and sorrow, taking the time to understand the facts may offer solace and support to someone in need. In her trilogy, "A Dark Night in Aurora," Jill addresses the latest facts and research surrounding these horrific mass shooting events. As we grapple with the pain and sorrow, taking the time to understand the facts may offer solace and support to someone in need.   Sources: www.murdershelfbookclub.com July 2025 Contact:  jill@murdershelfbookclub.com, or X,  Facebook,  Instagram or YouTube.  Join Jill on PATREON for $4 and help pick our next true crime book! Get your merch and support the Murder Shelf Book Club podcast!          

What gives us the courage to follow a path when no one else understands it?In this episode, you'll meet Susanne, who left Switzerland for the Guatemalan jungle and chose a way of life most would find unthinkable. She speaks about the strength that comes from listening deeply — to the body, to nature, to the quiet signals of life that guide us forward.Her story touches on healing, trust, parenting, and simplicity, but also on fear, doubt, and the invisible work of staying true when everything around you suggests otherwise.This isn't a tale of certainty. It's an invitation to notice what nourishes you, what scatters you, and how life changes when we stop trying to control it.About the PodcastColors of Awakening was born in the aftermath of a breaking point. In 2020, a Dark Night of the soul unraveled the life I thought I knew — and with it came a call I could no longer ignore.A year later, I left everything behind not out of certainty, but out of a fragile hope that something might still meet me on the road. I began a journey through the Americas to live closer to nature and to what feels true. Glen and his dog, Zill, joined in, making us a 4 year long trio on the road so far.This podcast grows out of that path of transformation: a wandering that is at once geographical and spiritual, filled with encounters, doubts, unexpected teachers, and moments of grace. It is not a tale of certainty but of being reshaped by what we meet, and of learning — slowly, painfully, sometimes beautifully — how to trust life even, or maybe especially, when it refuses to let us stay the same.Genevievewww.colorsofawakening.comAll our links here: https://linktr.ee/ColorsOfAwakeningThanks for listening! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit colorsofawakening.substack.com

Pastor Taylor BradburyChrist experienced pain, darkness, abandonment, hell, and wrath in order that those in Him would know everlasting life.

In today's episode, Rachel shares a very difficult, dark and vulnerable story of what happened to her in a plant medicine ceremony she did once. Before getting into it, she opens up about an ayahuasca ceremony from her early twenties and how that changed her life. Then she dives into this ceremony and everything that happened.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spiritual Awakening. Dark Night of the Soul. Transformation. Unity Consciousness. These are the 5 stages of awakening that EVERY seeker must face—and today, spiritual teacher and healer Eva Müller breaks it all down in a way you've never heard before. From the first spark of awakening… to the pain of the dark night of the soul… through deep exploration, radical transformation, and finally arriving at the oneness of unity consciousness—this is the roadmap to unlocking your highest self.

What happens when the faith we’ve built our lives around collides with the hardest seasons we never saw coming? Is there something deeper God wants to do in our hearts—and in our churches—when comfort drops away and the “dark night of the soul” invades our story? In this provoking and vulnerable episode of Christian Parent Crazy World, host Catherine Segars sits down with accomplished artist, worship leader, and theological scholar Isaac Gay for an unexpected, off-script deep dive into the challenges—and the stunning potential—of the modern charismatic church. Key Takeaways from this Episode: The “Dark Night of the Soul” is Real: Every believer—charismatic or not—must face seasons of doubt, disappointment, and difficulty. Instead of offering quick fixes, God invites us deeper, beyond beginner faith, to real trust and transformation. Strengths of the Charismatic Movement: We cherish and pursue God’s presence, expectant for miracles and supernatural encounters... but sometimes get so focused on the sensational that we neglect depth, discipline, and theology. Where We Fall Short: Charismatic churches can fall into emotionalism, lacking intellectual rigor or robust discipleship. Kids can get stuck in shallow social environments, leaving them spiritually bored, starved, or even driving them away from faith entirely. Learning from Other Traditions: We need BOTH heart and mind—experience AND theology. Ancient disciplines, liturgies, “high church” practices, and regularly engaging with deep thinkers (even ones we disagree with!) can anchor our faith when feelings fade. Raising Faithful Kids Means Planting in Rich Soil: Where (and how) we “plant” our kids spiritually matters—a safe, friendly environment isn’t always a spiritually nourishing one. Sometimes our children (and we, as parents) need deep, hard, stretching soil to really grow. Unity and Humility: All branches of Christianity have blind spots—we need one another! Learning across traditions, holding fast to Scripture, and pursuing Christ above all else is the path to a genuine, lasting faith. The Goal: More than chasing blessings or avoiding pain, mature faith says, “Even if God doesn’t move the way I want, I will still serve Him.” That’s the kind of walk our kids need to see—and the legacy we want to leave. Key Quote: “I want to be a church with theology that can't be dismissed and power that can't be denied.” ~ Isaac Gay Isaac and Catherine’s raw conversation is a must-listen for any parent who wants to raise kids that aren’t just “good churchgoers,” but wholehearted disciples—anchored in truth, resilient in hardship, ready for beauty, and alive to the Holy Spirit. What about you? How is your church—and your home—preparing your children to handle the dark nights of faith? How can you help them embrace both Spirit and truth, head and heart, as they follow Jesus in a confusing world? Don’t miss next week’s solo episode, where Catherine digs into what God is accomplishing in the dark night of the soul. And stay tuned for the conversation Catherine and Isaac were supposed to have (coming soon), where they will dig into how beauty—and restoring creativity—can become one of the strongest apologetics for a new generation. Meet the guest: Isaac Gay is a multifaceted artist working at the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and contemporary thought. As a worship leader, thinker, and writer, Isaac’s heart is one of an iconoclast, while remaining grounded in the enduring principles of orthodox Christianity. He and his wife Emily are the hosts of the Not Crushing It Podcast, and have three children. He holds a Master of Letters from the University of Aberdeen. Episode Resources: Isaac’s Website, The Parallel Society, Instagram Catherine’s FREE RESOURCES—Prodigal Bundle, Scriptures Lists, Scripture Songs, Ebook Beyond the Lies: Uncovering 5 Myths Our Culture Spreads to Mothers Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We hope this message in our series "Acts - Turning The World Upside Down" is impactful and uplifting in your walk with Jesus!If you would like to dive deeper, check out the links below.Listen to the Acts Companion Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPe4iZS-2t-qwfMP9RrwHKpdDwENmO9JKStay in touch with us on Instagram | Facebook | Spotify - True Hope Church

Join us in our hilarious and enlightening convo about what the dark night really is and how to let go so your new life can come into form quicker.

First Aid for Bad Encounters: Handling Toxic Experiences and Dark Nights of the SoulIn this episode of Spirit Sherpa, transformational shaman and spiritual coach Kelle Sparta and Joshua Radewan, discuss the various types of bad encounters and how to handle themKey Topics Include:Stories of toxic relationshipsEnergy field disruptionsThe importance of recognizing one's role in creating and addressing these situationsStrategies for managing these experiencesVagus nerve resetsGrounding techniquesThe importance of seeking help when necessaryInsights into proactively dealing with triggers and maintaining a healthier energy field00:00 Welcome to Spirit Sherpa00:37 First Aid for Bad Encounters01:39 Personal Stories of Mistakes02:47 Lessons from Toxic Relationships04:40 The Dark Night of the Soul10:11 Clearing Your Energy Field11:31 Technical Difficulties and Recap17:15 Understanding Ego Death and Triggers18:33 Physical Responses to Emotional Triggers19:49 Navigating the Dark Night of the Soul22:03 Managing Triggers and Emotional Responses27:28 Dealing with Toxic Energies and Entities32:13 Final Thoughts and Practical AdviceKeywords:spiritual first aidtoxic relationships healingenergy healing toolsclearing negative energydark night of the soulenergetic boundariesempath survival guidehow to heal from toxic peoplespiritual self-careclearing your auraKelle SpartaSpirit Sherpa podcastho'oponopono healingletting go of toxic exreclaiming your powerspiritual transformationshadow work for empathshealing emotional traumadark night spiritual awakeningenergy vampires protectionhow to clear your energy fieldScorpio healing journeyemotional detox tipsrelationship energy cordsrecovering from bad vibesIf you would like to learn more please book a Discovery Call here: https://kellesparta.com/discovery-call/Licensing and Credits:“Spirit Sherpa” is the sole property of Kelle Sparta Enterprises and is distributed under a Creative Commons: BY-NC-ND 4.0 license. For more information about this licensing, please go to www.creativecommons.org. Any requests for deviations to this licensing should be sent to kelle@kellesparta.com. To sign up for, or get more information on the programs, offerings, and services referenced in this episode, please go to www.kellesparta.com

In this heartfelt solo episode of the Spiritual Journey Podcast, Nimesh Radia dives deep into the themes of spirituality, the dark night of the soul, and personal transformation. Drawing from his own experiences, Nimesh shares how intense spiritual shifts can strip away old identities, push us out of our comfort zones, and ultimately awaken us to our true purpose.He reflects on the importance of self-care, mentorship, and community in navigating these challenging periods, while offering insights into how to embrace both the light and dark aspects of the self. From personal stories of spiritual awakening to practical guidance on trusting your intuition, this episode is a reminder that you are the gift in your journey—and that healing is a lifetime process, not a destination.You'll hear reflections on:✨ The dark night of the soul as a sacred turning point✨ How spiritual shifts can transform your identity and path✨ The role of community and mentorship in growth✨ Why self-care is foundational for spiritual alignment✨ Embracing both light and darkness as part of your wholeness✨ Trusting your inner guidance and powerSpirituality is not about being perfect—it's about showing up with honesty, compassion, and the courage to grow through imperfection.

This isn't a regular episode—it's an honest minisode from Scooter. A reflection on healing, support, and how the show stays alive because of you. If you're a superlistener, this is for you.This is an invitation to send your kindness and support to other listeners across the deep, dark night.Are you one of the 20,000 people who listen regularly, night after night?We're hoping 1,500 superlisteners will step up this summer to keep the podcast going strong. Right now, we're not there yet.If you've ever said to yourself, “I love this show,” or “I don't know how I'd sleep without it,”—This is your moment to say YES. sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus✅ Yes, I support the show by joining Sleep With Me Plus. It's the best way to keep the show going and the best way to listen to ad-free, exclusive episodes and member bonuses.

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In this powerful episode, Jess Fenton names the silent epidemic sweeping through the world of spiritual entrepreneurship. A collective dark night of the soul unfolding behind the scenes of seven and eight-figure empires.She explores why so many spiritual leaders are secretly collapsing inside their beautiful businesses, how holding the future of everyone around them creates unbearable energetic weight, and what it actually takes to transition from burden to lightness without burning it all down.Jess introduces the concept of Projection Field Collapse, the hidden cause behind spiritual burnout at the top, and shares real-life insight into what it takes to be truly supported so you can return to your zone of genius, your feminine frequency, and your joy.The invisible epidemic among high-earning spiritual womenWhy quantum leaps often feel like breakdowns, not breakthroughsThe hidden cost of holding your business, team, clients, and futureWhat happens when your brand becomes a cageThe Madonna vs. Britney analogy: entourage dynamics and long-term sustainabilityThe energetic difference between being supported and holding everyone elseWhy working 50/50 in your business (or relationship) is not sustainableThe psychology of feminine leadership and divine lightnessA reframe of burnout through the lens of the projection fieldWhy you need to stop micromanaging your team (or your life)"You're not just holding your business. You're holding everyone else's future. And that's why you feel like you're collapsing, because you are."The Projection Field™ — Jess's original framework for understanding energetic collapse in businessThe importance of individuation and deprogramming the saviour/mother archetypeReal-life case studies of 7- and 8-figure spiritual coaches navigating collapseWhy the feminine economy thrives on your lightness, not your overworkIf you're in this space, silently collapsing behind the scenes of a wildly successful brand, Jess invites you to book a private conversation.This isn't strategy.It's resurrection.

Part 1: Just in time for Crimecon Denver 2025~ July 20, 2012: The Century 16 Theater in Aurora, Colorado, transformed into a scene of unimaginable horror when a man donned in a gas mask and body armor unleashed gunfire upon the 400 men, women, and children immersed in the thrill of the new Batman movie. In mere moments, the aisles turned into rivers of blood as chaos erupted, with bullet casings strewn across the ground among the fallen and the wounded. James Holmes, in a chilling act of violence, claimed the lives of 12 innocent individuals and left 58 others grappling with injuries. Amidst the heart-wrenching cries of pain and sorrow, the universal question of “Why?” was cast heavenward, pleading for answers. This compelling trilogy, inspired by the insights of psychiatrists who encountered and analyzed James Holmes, delves into the complexities of the shooter's life, exploring his family dynamics, educational experiences, behavioral nuances, and psychological state. Insightful psychological theories and explanations seek to unravel the enigma surrounding a troubled mind. Part 1 introduces us to the shy boy who grows into a college student, grappling with the struggle to connect deeply with friends and professors, choosing instead to keep his innermost thoughts shrouded in silence, all because he “just wanted to keep it private.” Our CRIMECON DENVER meetup is Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 in the Gaylord Rockies Hotel, Embers Lodge Bar at 9 pm MT. CRIMECON IS COMING! GET your MURDER SHELF BOOKCLUB MERCH! Sources, photographs, recipes, and drink information can be found on Jill's blog at www.murdershelfbookclub.com –July 2025. Contact:  jill@murdershelfbookclub.com, or X,  Facebook,  Instagram or YouTube.  Join Jill on PATREON for $4 and help pick the next true crime book to be featured on the podcast!  

(Kevin)Playlist: Brueder Selke & Midori Hirano - Scale FFuubutsushi - Shepherd's Stroll (live)Hayden Pedigo - HermesTakuro Okada - The Near End, The Dark Night, The County LineJonny Nash - Walk The Eighth PathLárus Sigurðsson - GraziosoEli Winter, featuring Sam Wagster: pedal steel guitar, Tyler Damon: drums, Andrew Scott Young: upright bass, Gerrit Hatcher: tenor saxophone, Eli Schmitt: harmonium - For a Fallen RocketJames Elkington - Nonpareils in a BottleDaniel Herskedal, featuring Eyolf Dale: Piano/Keys, Helge Norbakken: Drums - Who Are You?Julia Gjertsen & Gustav Davidsson - Into The NightØystein Skar - StokLaurie Torres, featuring Charles St-Amour: Electric Bass/Field recordings/Synthesizer/Effects/Loops/Vocals, Tim Crabtree: Clarinet/Synthesizer/Percussion/Vocals, Émilie Proulx: Bass - CorrespondancesMichele Andreotti - Luoghi DruidiciOzbolt - Humility PointRaúl Cantizano & David Cordero - Resonancia angularDaigo Hanada & Yoko Komatsu - Where Clouds Are BornSofie Birch & Antonina Nowacka - Collecting eyesKid Smpl - Forever Lightmarine eyes - cloud collectingAlaskan Tapes, featuring Moshimoss - When The Earth Yelled Back At MeNate Mercereau, Josh Johnson, Carlos Niño - Hawk DreamsCole Pulice - In a Hidden Nook Between Worlds IIRebecca Foon & Aliayta Foon-Dancoes - Drifters And DreamersJuha Mäki-Patola - HideYasmin Williams, featuring Kaki King: Acoustic Guitar, Darian Donovan Thomas: Violin - HarvestKris Ellestad - Will the Night

Andrew Nemr is preparing to tap dance for twelve hours straight. He and Matt Bunk met to discuss burnout, rest, and the choice to endure the night. The Dark Night of the Soul is a free event at TRICA, beginning August 8th at 7 PM and ending August 9th at 7 AM. You can find more about Dark Night here: https://www.darknightlive.com/.

Sunday Sermon from the book of Psalms from J Hager on July 27, 2025. Our hope for you is that you will know, love, and follow Jesus Christ -- leading to personal transformation, intimate community, and a life of radical mission. You are always welcome to join us for worship at West End Community Church.For more info, please visit the WECC website at westendcc.org

Welcome to the Saltbox Church Podcast. We desire to lead people to become fully surrendered disciples of Jesus. On our channel, you'll learn how to read and understand the truths of the Bible from Pastor Michael Mattis and other members of our teaching team. You can expect to walk away with a deeper understanding of the things of God, but challenged to live a surrendered life. We cover topics such as the will of God, mental health, women in leadership, Christianity vs. other faith traditions and many other in-depth studies of scripture. -------------------------------- Scripture & Literature References: 1 Chronicles 12:22-23, 38-40, 13:1-14, 15:14 & 27-29 -------------------------------- CONNECT: Small Group Questions ► https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a35HIgUBiUgDTwUJa6qu1TQ7MBYTlDnNSVFvXgjJ7Xs/edit?usp=sharing LinkTree ► https://linktr.ee/saltboxchurch Website ► http://www.SaltboxChurch.com Podcast ► https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/saltboxchurch/ Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/saltboxchurch/ Yellow Truck Coffee Co. ► https://www.yellowtruckcoffeeco.com/ --------------------------------

What if your darkest moment was actually your divine initiation? In this powerful episode, I sit down with spiritual teacher and visionary Michael Beckwith to explore the raw truth behind the Dark Night of the Soul—those periods of deep despair, isolation, and inner chaos that often precede a massive awakening.We talk about what it really means when everything starts falling apart, why spiritual growth often feels like a breakdown, and how to move through the pain with purpose. Rev. Michael shares his wisdom on surrender, spiritual identity, and the sacred process of transcendence—revealing how your greatest breaking point can become the gateway to your highest self.If you're in it right now, or have ever felt like you were losing yourself to find yourself… this episode is your guide back to the light.✨ Follow Me or Join the Journey:

WWW.KIMBERLYBRAUN.COMIn this episode of Magic Is Real, join me, Shannon Torrence, as I sit down with the inspiring Kimberly Braun to explore her incredible spiritual awakening and transformational journey. Kimberly's story is a personal tale of mystical experiences that began in childhood, deepened through a decade of monastic life, and culminated in her work today as an author, speaker, and retreat leader. From profound moments of unity consciousness to navigating a dark night of the soul, Kimberly shares how being guided by spirit has shaped her life and purpose.Discover how Kimberly's healing journey has unfolded, as she reveals the power of surrender, the beauty of synchronicity, and the lessons learned from living a life immersed in spiritual practice. Whether you're curious about near-death experiences, past life regression, spiritual healing, or intuitive development, Kimberly's insights will inspire and resonate deeply. She also shares the wisdom gained from her monastic years—where silence became a gateway to boundless spiritual growth—and how these experiences continue to influence her today.If you've ever wondered how to trust the subtle voice of spirit, embrace your own spiritual path, or simply reconnect with the magic of life, this conversation is for you. Be sure to check out Kimberly's books, including her latest, "Miracles in the Naked Light," and her new community on Patreon, where she cultivates spaces for mystic immersion and spiritual connection.Thank you for supporting Magic Is Real! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, support the channel through Patreon, and email me for mediumship readings. If Kimberly's story moved you, please like, share, comment, and subscribe to keep spreading the word about the transformative power of spiritual experiences. Together, let's keep uncovering the magic and healing that connects us all.#meditation #mindfulness #spiritualawakening #selfimprovement #spirituality#meditation #spiritualawakening #selfimprovement #spirituality #afterlifecommunicationCHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction01:21 - Kimberly's Early Spiritual Guidance05:06 - First Unitive Experience07:21 - Second Unitive Experience14:58 - Dark Night of the Soul18:16 - Joining the Monastery21:04 - Life Inside a Monastery26:14 - Relationships Within and Outside the Monastery28:22 - Adjusting to the Real World34:54 - Synchronicities and Spiritual Guidance40:23 - Trusting Guidance: Kristin's Experience42:58 - Overcoming the Fear of Not Being Okay45:44 - Major Downloads: Trusting Guidance49:40 - Understanding Repeating Numbers50:24 - Service and Abundance: How to Contribute55:18 - Marvin the Martian56:40 - Increasing Awareness of Guidance01:01:19 - Kimberly's Website and Books01:05:06 - Supporting on Patreon01:07:55 - OutroZOOM BACKGROUND DESIGN BY FREEPIK.COMMusic Credits: Track: Wandering — JayJen [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: • Wandering — JayJen | Free Background ... Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/wandering FOLLOW Magic Is Real (Host Shannon Torrence) on Instagram: @realmagicshannon Email me at magicisrealshannon@gmail.com with viewer questions you'd like for me to answer in a YouTube short or to pitch your own story to me for an episode. TO BOOK A MEDIUMSHIP READING WITH ME, just email me! magicisrealshannon@gmail.comThank you so much for your love and support! Please like, share, comment, subscribe and spread the word! Check out my other podcast, Still Standing, on which I interview inspiring people who are overcoming difficult challenges and circumstances:https://www.youtube.com/@StillStandingPodcast To order Liveden supergreens ntutritional supplement and support the podcast at the same time: www.magicisreal.liveden.comFor the audio-only version of this episode, go here:

In the story of Jonah, we encounter a powerful narrative about our human tendency to resist God's call. This timeless tale isn't just about a man swallowed by a fish; it's a mirror reflecting our own struggles with obedience and faith. How often do we, like Jonah, run from God's instructions or ignore His voice? This series challenges us to examine our hearts and recognize the moments when we stubbornly refuse to heed God's direction. Yet, amidst our rebellion, we discover the beautiful truth of God's relentless grace. No matter how far we run, His love pursues us, offering mercy and second chances. As we journey through Jonah's story, we're invited to reflect on our own responses to God's call and to open ourselves to the transformative power of His unwavering love.

While Dr. Kevin is known for his whole body approach called Head to Toe Healing, I would say from Head to Heart. We instantly dove into a spiritual conversation about all the Divine orchestrations and experiences of his evolution. It explains so much of the depth of presence that I experienced with him when I interviewed him on Instagram and teased him that he's the Sexy Care Bear :-) There's a resonance in his voice that is sourced someplace quite deep, and learning more of his story revealed what I intuited. And even though we eventually talked about health and well-being and the phenomenal results his followers receive, we also dove into the unexpected beauty of his current romantic relationship.  In this authentic conversation that brought tears to my eyes, we also discussed... -How the timing of our podcast pre-record was so Divine for me, bringing me to tears when he shared his Dark Night of the Soul and what I'm currently navigating -How depression is different than a Dark Night of the Soul, and how a Dark Night of the Soul is a good thing to be welcomed as a sacred excavation of subconscious wounds, as challenging as that can be to embrace -How he mentioned that if he went to an ashram now, it would be quite an experience, alluding to enlightenment, yet he's choosing to keep his boots on deck and be a Warrior of the light with a business and serving Humanity -How nothing prepares you for a conscious relationship, that it unearths subconscious programming and core wounds from this life or others, yet it's one of the richest places of growth and evolution -How if you weren't born with a disease or condition, it's not yours, and that he knows how to heal it, yet first we need to be awakened to a whole new perspective on healing, stop trusting the medical Monopoly so we can choose inner peace over pain, and eliminate chronic conditions  -How I believe it's his energetic transmission, taking the reins of the 'Blue Antelope', that entrains people to his frequency, supports their integration of limiting subconscious beliefs, and supports their healing journey -How he truly bumped into fear of intimacy when getting to know his current beloved, took a pause before engaging more fully, and how it brings him great fulfillment to be a provider, protector and make her happy, even though there was friction in the beginning That if you're ready to awaken to a new point of view about your health and well-being, to read his books, join his membership, and Savor your Birthright of well-being. ➡️ Go check out patreon.com/allanapratt for Exclusive content! About Dr. Kevin Reese:   Dr. Kevin Reese has helped thousands of people around the world reclaim their health since 2010. He has the most healing results ever captured on video. While he has a PhD in nutrition and a ton of certifications in other modalities, it's actually his self-study that made him different from everyone else. One day, Dr. Reese had an epiphany that the reason people aren't healing is that schools teach individual parts of the body. After this epiphany, he went on to study the brain, the spine, the pelvis, the gut, the blood, the lymph, the eyes, the feet etc. Learning how it all connected with each other, he made the entire body his specialty and created a new type of healthcare called, HEAD TO TOE HEALING. This new approach to health is showcased in his book, PEACE OVER PAIN which has been sold all over the world.  Once he applied HEAD TO TOE HEALING to his clients, the results came pouring in! While most social media influencers are good talkers, Dr. Reese and his team actually captured it all on camera, which verifies that his system works. His success in healing others is a major reason that he's attacked on and off social media. Dr. Reese has been canceled from social media platforms, shut down at banks, and receives numerous threats from strangers. He is often called a charlatan, a quack, and a grifter. Through all the controversy and drama, Dr. Reese has become beloved all around the world with half a million followers on social media and dedicated fans who travel long distances to meet him during his annual seminar. Due to all the attacks, he has retired from taking clients and now operates a subscription-based membership that educates people on HEAD TO TOE HEALING.  Website: https://www.drkevinreese.com/ Facebook URL https://www.facebook.com/KevinWReeseOfficial/ Instagram URL https://www.instagram.com/dr.reese/ LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwreese/ YouTube URL https://www.youtube.com/@CallDrReese Get Dr. Kevin Reese's book: https://www.drkevinreese.com/books   Schedule your Intimacy Breakthrough Experience with me today https://allanapratt.com/connect Scholarship Code: READYNOW ________________________________________________________ ❤️ Finding the One is Bullsh*t. Becoming the One is brilliant and beautiful, and ironically the key to attracting your ideal partner. Move beyond the fear of getting hurt again. 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Are you going through a dark night of the soul? You're not alone. In this livestream, I share powerful spiritual insights on what the dark night of the soul really is, why so many lightworkers are experiencing it right now, and what you can actually do to navigate it from a place of empowerment and love. As a meditation guide and energy healer, I've walked this path myself—and I know how difficult it can feel when your faith, motivation, and identity are all being tested. But this time of darkness is not your enemy—it's an initiation. And you're being called into something greater.

July 14, 2025 MACK TOMLINSON,author, conference speaker &pastor of Providence Chapel inDenton, TX, who will address: “ONE PASTOR's EXPERIENCEwith a DARK NIGHT of the SOUL” Subscribe: Listen:

“Be strong. Take courage. Don't be intimidated. Don't give them a second thought because God, your God, is striding ahead of you. He's right there with you. He won't let you down; he won't leave you.” Deuteronomy 31:6The Desert, Dark Night of the Soul, the Wilderness or Spiritual Slump . . . no matter what you call it, we all go through times in our lives and faith where God seems to have left us or is silent. What does this mean, how do we handle it and what is the truth?

The gospel brings freedom from sin and transforms lives, yet preaching this message often comes with unexpected costs and opposition from established religious systems.• Wes Vi discusses his complicated relationship with the church as an institution• Understanding the "dark night of the soul" as a spiritual experience where God feels distant yet remains present• Finding confidence in ministry through seeing the gospel transform lives• How preaching changed when Wes began trusting the Spirit rather than perfectly planned manuscripts• The controversy that arose when Wes partnered with Love Reality for evangelistic outreach• Opposition growing through misrepresentations and accusations about Wes's theology• Discovering that official church doctrinal statements actually aligned with his gospel teaching• Making the painful decision to leave a church community he deeply loved• Finding God's blessing and continued ministry opportunities in a new setting• Learning that the gospel provides resilience through suffering without becoming bitter• Baptizing sixteen people on his final Sabbath as evidence of gospel transformation"You can stay and I'll bless you, or you can go and I'll bless you." When you walk in freedom, God remains faithful no matter where your journey leads.

The Dark Night Of The Soul is often described as the period of intense struggle and personal pain that comes just before a profound breakthrough and transformation. Although feelings of confusion and helplessness may trigger a desire to try to fix or control the situation, this time of personal reckoning is calling for deep surrender. Today I'm sharing some very personal stories to help illustrate the power of surrender, and I'm also sharing some gentle practices to support you should you ever find yourself navigating the depths of the dark night of the soul. Send me a DM on Instagram @karenc.powell and let me know what you found most helpful in this episode.  

Unlock Your Magic Mojo: A Walkabout JourneyJoin Joshua Radewan and Kelle Sparta, transformational shaman and spiritual coach, as they delve into Joshua's ongoing walkabout journey. They discuss the concept of 'walkabout,' meaning walking into the world to find oneself, and how Joshua has been navigating his journey from within his car. Key Topics Include:Spiritual growthOvercoming challengesInsights gained through transformational experiencesSynchronicitiesBalance of masculine and feminine energiesIntegrating inner child joyDeeper layers of spiritual workSafety in magicLetting go00:00 Welcome to Spirit Sherpa00:31 Defining Walkabout01:24 Joshua's Walkabout Experience02:29 The Dark Night of the Soul03:39 Synchronicities and Flow State09:28 Children and Joy on the Journey10:43 Abundance and Unlimited Possibility18:14 Non-Linear Time and Multidimensional Experiences24:31 Teleportation and Springfield Theories25:01 Journey Through Consciousness25:40 Psychic Mastery and Woo26:18 Challenges and Growth on the Path28:18 Magic and Energetic Experiences29:50 Navigating the Walkabout34:20 The Importance of Early Work40:22 The 11 Stages of Transformation45:43 Concluding Thoughts and Future DirectionsKeywords:Walkabout Spiritual JourneyDark Night of the SoulSpiritual Awakening PodcastTransformational Shaman Kelle SpartaSpirit Sherpa PodcastGrandmother Spider MedicineAboriginal Walkabout MeaningKundalini AwakeningPilgrimage Spiritual MeaningShadow Work JourneySpiritual Coaching PodcastSynchronicity StoriesNonlinear Time SpiritualityHow to Go on WalkaboutModern Spiritual PilgrimageSpiritual Retreat TransformationShamanic TeachingsKelle Sparta MentorshipSpiritual Magic MojoSpiritual Podcast 2025If you would like to learn more please book a Discovery Call here: https://kellesparta.com/discovery-call/Licensing and Credits:“Spirit Sherpa” is the sole property of Kelle Sparta Enterprises and is distributed under a Creative Commons: BY-NC-ND 4.0 license. For more information about this licensing, please go to www.creativecommons.org. Any requests for deviations to this licensing should be sent to kelle@kellesparta.com. To sign up for, or get more information on the programs, offerings, and services referenced in this episode, please go to www.kellesparta.com

Is humanity experiencing a "Dark Night of the Soul," or are we undergoing a massive spiritual and DNA upgrade? Renowned psychic medium Kim Russo joins us to shed light on the intense global shifts, the Pluto return, and why many feel cursed or overwhelmed by chaos.   Kim Russo shares powerful insights from Spirit about: ✨ The purposeful nature of current events and how they serve our transformation. ✨ The truth about our DNA being upgraded and new souls arriving with advanced frequencies. ✨ A psychic prediction for a massive acceleration of awakening by Summer 2025. ✨ How "manufactured crises" aim to distract us from our creative power and true mission. ✨ Navigating the "spiritual war" by anchoring in love, truth, and discernment. ✨ Practical advice for lightworkers to stay energized, avoid burnout, and find joy amidst turmoil. ✨ The importance of remembering your true self, dropping old programming, and living your soul's purpose. ✨ How to use discernment to navigate information, social media, and make empowered choices for your future.   If you're feeling the weight of the world, wondering about your mission, or seeking clarity on the future, this interview with Kim Russo offers profound guidance and hope. Learn how to rise above the noise, connect with your inner truth, and become an active participant in creating a New Earth.   Find more from Kim Russo: https://www.kimthehappymedium.com/    To find out more visit:   https://amzn.to/3qULECz - Order Michael Sandler's book, "AWE, the Automatic Writing Experience" www.automaticwriting.com - Automatic Writing Experience Course www.inspirenationuniversity.com - Michael Sandler's School of Mystics Join Our YouTube Membership for behind-the-scenes access - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVoOM-cCEPbJ1vzlQAFQu1A/join  https://inspirenationshow.com/ https://www.dailywoohoo.com/ - Sign up for my FREE daily newsletter for high-vibration content. …….   Follow Michael and Jessica's exciting journey and get even more great tools, tips, and behind-the-scenes access. Go to https://www.patreon.com/inspirenation     For free meditations, weekly tips, stories, and similar shows visit: https://inspirenationshow.com/     We've got Merch! - https://teespring.com/stores/inspire-nation-store     Follow Inspire Nation, and the lives of Michael and Jessica, on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/InspireNationLive/     Find us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inspirenationshow    

Send Kevin a Text MessageIn this episode of Don't Kill the Messenger, host Kevin Goetz sits down with Michael Uslan, the originator and executive producer of the Batman and Batman-related movie universe, who turned his childhood passion for comic books into Hollywood gold. As an avid comic book collector and Batman superfan, Uslan is proof that following your passion pays off. He shares the story of his decade-long journey to bring a dark, serious Batman to the big screen after being horrified by the campy 1960s TV show.The Origin of Michael Uslan's Passion (07:47)Uslan reveals his "secret origin" moment: watching the first episode of the 1966 Batman TV series and making a vow like young Bruce Wayne to someday show the world the true, dark Batman.Ten Years of Hollywood Rejection (09:53)From October 1979 to the first Batman movie's release, Uslan shares how he and partner Ben Melnicker faced rejection from every studio in Hollywood.Batman's Batman (15:12)When offered the chance to make a campy Batman movie, Uslan said no. His partner Ben called him "Batman's Batman," the character's defender who would stand by his initial vision.Peter Guber Says Yes (16:15)Uslan details how former 20th Century Fox president Peter Guber became the first executive excited about his dark Batman vision, leading to a nine-and-a-half-year journey to production.Financing the Dream (22:43)Uslan explains how he quit his job when his wife was nine months pregnant and raised money by selling project shares to his network, who invested in him, not Batman.Comic Book Academic Pioneer (25:16)Uslan recounts becoming the first person to teach an accredited college course on comic books at Indiana University as a Junior, leading to national publicity and a life-changing phone call from Stan Lee.Stan Lee's Mentorship and Marvel's Debt to Batman (39:54)Uslan shares Stan Lee's revelation that the Marvel Cinematic Universe wouldn't exist without his Batman, which proved superhero movies should focus on the person.Tim Burton and Michael Keaton (40:58)Uslan describes discovering Tim Burton through Pee-Wee's Big Adventure and Burton's genius decision to cast Michael Keaton, initially against Uslan's wishes.Uslan demonstrates persistence, vision, and the courage to say no when protecting something he believed in. His journey from comic book collector to Hollywood producer offers insights into passion-driven success, handling rejection, and the importance of having people who believe in you.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share. We look forward to bringing you more behind-the-scenes revelations next time on Don't Kill the Messenger. Host: Kevin GoetzGuest: Michael UslanProducer: Kari CampanoWriters: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Hayman, and Kari CampanoAudio Engineer: Gary Forbes (DG Entertainment) For more info about Michael Uslan:Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_E._UslanIMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0882388/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeluslan/?hl=en For more info about Kevin Goetz:Website: www.KevinGoetz360.comAudienceology Book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Audience-ology/Kevin-Goetz/9781982186678Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, & Substack : @KevinGoetz360LinkedIn @Kevin Goetz

Anné ["Anna"] Klint is a spiritual rebel who refuses to play by anyone else's rules—including her own from yesterday. As an energy worker and psycho-spiritual insurrectionist, Anné's work is a love letter to women who are absolutely done with playing small. She's here for the midlife mystics who are sick of hiding their soul gifts, tired of prioritizing everyone else's comfort over their own truth, and ready to become so ungovernable in their self-love that they accidentally start a revolution. Liberation is your birthright!I first connected with Anné a few years ago when she invited me to be part of an online summit she was hosting. We hit it off, and last year we started teaching together, in Santa Fe and online, and we've become good friends in the process. Anné has a lot of wisdom to share, based on her own experience of navigating the dark night of the soul. She's now on her third tour through the underworld, and she offers some very useful advice for these times, as all of us are now experiencing a collective dark night of the soul. We talked about:* The personal crisis that catalyzed Anné's transition from artist to soul guide and healer;* The dark night's mandate to kill off old versions of self and old ways of living;* What it looks like to surrender to the process vs. coping and resisting;* The collective dark night and the opportunity to open to greater power and possibility;* Navigational guidance for the dark night - starting with radical curiosity;* The power of dis-identifying with what we think we know and who we think we are;* The gifts on the other side of the dark night, when we're willing to face the pain;* And much more!Find out more about Anné's work:* main site: AnneMKlint.com * Anné on Substack: The Love and Liberation Diaries* Receive a free 10-day self-compassion challenge: SelfCompassion.rocksJoin Anné and me in Santa Fe for a women's mini-retreat! Saturday, July 12th: Uranus in Gemini - Know and Express Your Revolutionary Truth. All women are welcome, including astro-beginners. Early-bird pricing through July 1st. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit embodiedaquarian.substack.com/subscribe

In this installment of the Fundamental Frights series, I'm joined by my Mom to discuss this made for tv gem from 1981. We're chatting about watching it with my Grandpa and why we still enjoy it decades later.

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Ashley Turner, LMFT — licensed psychotherapist, psychedelic therapist, and founder of the Metamorphosis Mentorship — to explore menopause as a sacred, psycho-spiritual initiation.Ashley shares her own journey through postpartum, perimenopause, and a Dark Night of the Soul — a season of identity loss, spiritual reckoning, and ultimately, radical rebirth.Together, we go beyond the physical symptoms to name the deeper truth of this time: a dismantling of old identities, a reclamation of feminine power, and an awakening into embodied leadership.Inside this conversation:The truth about perimenopause, menopause + postmenopauseWhy hormone therapy (HRT) saved Ashley's life — and what she wants all women to knowWomb grief, hysterectomy trauma + healing our second chakraReclaiming feminine identity after the loss of cycle, libido, or societal “value”Why unhealed wounds from our Maiden years resurface at midlife — and how to meet them with graceHow psychedelic therapy is transforming personal healing and intimate partnershipThe rise of the wise woman — and why it matters now more than everThis is for the woman in the threshold. The one who knows something deeper is calling.Learn more about Ashley at ashleyturner.orgJoin my free Women's Wisdom Circle — a nourishing space for communityFire and Soul is a top 1% podcast for seekers, truth-tellers, and soul-led women awakening to who they really areFire and Soul is sponsored by LOTUSWEI: Flower essences are liquid infusions of wildflowers that carry the bioenergetic imprint of the plant's life force. Unlike essential oils, they have no scent but work on an energetic level to shift your state of mind and enhance well-being. Used consistently, flower essences support personal growth, balance emotions, and help you tap into your full potential—especially in times of stress and fatigue. Get 10% off with code FIREANDSOUL at LOTUSWEI.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textTrigger alert: this episode includes discussion about a murder-suicide event which could be traumatic for some listeners. In this episode of the Midlife With Courage™ podcast, host Kim sits down with life coach Rhonda Britten to discuss the pivotal role of fear in our lives and how to overcome it. Rhonda, who has a compelling personal story of witnessing a tragic family event, shares her journey from trauma and alcoholism to becoming a master life coach. She highlights the importance of understanding fear, making daily courageous choices, and taking small steps like acknowledging personal preferences to transform one's life. Rhonda emphasizes that many of our negative behaviors are fear responses and provides practical advice on how to reframe these behaviors to foster personal growth. Tune in to learn more about Rhonda's transformative work and gain valuable insights on living a courageous midlife.00:00 Introduction to Midlife With Courage00:17 Meet Rhonda Britten: Life Coach and Author00:48 Rhonda's Journey: Discovering Fear and Courage03:19 The Dark Night of the Soul05:26 Transformative Choices and Daily Courage15:24 Embracing Feelings and Personal Growth22:36 Daily Choices and Self-Reflection23:16 Gold Stars and Small Wins24:50 Midlife Realizations and Life Coaching26:23 Understanding and Overcoming Fear29:07 The Language of Fear30:03 Fear Responses and Self-Compassion32:48 Fearless Living Resources35:52 Sharing Personal Stories38:30 Living a Life Without Regrets39:28 Final Thoughts and MantraRhonda continues to help anyone who is ready to live without fear by offering a free course called Stretch, Risk or Die and you can access it HERE. This is a short course of 3 short videos that will help you get more confidence and results. You can go to www.fearlessliving.org for more information and details about all that Rhonda has for you. Get your free ebook called Daily Habits for Hormonal Harmony by going to my website. This free guide will help you balance your hormones through some easy daily activities. Just add your email to the popup and your guide will be on its way to your inbox.From morning until bedtime, you can help yourself feel better! Support the showKim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.Would you like to get a "sneak" listen to each podcast? Subscribe to my website to get my weekly inspirational message and a link to that week's podcast a day ahead of everyone else! Just click the link below to get on the list! SUBSCRIBE WEBSITEFACEBOOK

Spiritual Attack or Dark Night of the Soul? A Guide to DiscernmentNot every battle is with the devil—sometimes, the silence is from God.In this episode, we explore the difference between spiritual attack and the Dark Night of the Soul. Many today blame hardship on demonic interference, but what if God is the one withdrawing, inviting us to love Him more purely? This episode offers a thoughtful reflection on suffering, purification, and discernment, drawing from the lives of the saints and the deep tradition of Catholic mysticism.Topics include:What defines a true spiritual attackCommon errors in modern demonologyWhy God may allow darkness or silenceSaints who encountered demons—and whySigns you may be entering a Dark NightThis is a conversation for those seeking clarity in confusion, maturity in faith, and peace amid spiritual struggle.

The dark night of the soul is one of the most misunderstood yet essential stages of spiritual awakening. In this episode I reveal why this period of emotional heaviness and inner collapse is actually guiding you toward your deepest consciousness expansion. If you're in the thick of it right now, this may be the sign your soul has been waiting for.

In this episode, we're talking about how to navigate a dark night of the soul—which is  an incredibly painful or challenging part of your life that, if met consciously, can serve as a powerful opportunity for personal growth and spiritual awakening. If you're going through a hard moment, cycle or season and you're looking to move through it with greater clarity and softness so you can unlock new levels of freedom, self-actualization and peace, I believe this transmission will serve you deeply.If you found this episode helpful, it would mean the world to me if you could take a moment to rate and review this podcast and share it with a friend. This is what allows this work to reach the people it's meant to so that together, we can create a massive shift in the collective consciousness. Your support really does make a difference and I'm so grateful!

In the midst of his suffering, Job cursed the day he was born. Today, Derek Thomas reflects on this passage, teaching that there is hope for those who find themselves on the brink of despair. Get Derek Thomas' teaching series The Book of Job on DVD, plus lifetime digital access to all 12 video messages and the digital study guide, for your donation of any amount. We'll also send you R.C. Sproul's booklet Why Is There Evil?: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/4090/donate   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request digital access to The Book of Job video teaching series and study guide, plus the ebook by Dr. Sproul, with your gift of any amount: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global Join us on June 23 for Renewing Your Mind Live, a free event in Chattanooga, TN. Learn more and register: https://renewingyourmind.org/chattanooga Meet Today's Teacher:   Derek Thomas is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and Chancellor's Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary.   Meet the Host:   Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of ministry engagement for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, and host of the Ask Ligonier podcast. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

ORIGINALLY RELEASED Feb 28, 2021 Breht is joined by Dr. Daniel M. Ingram, author of "Mastering the Core Teachings of the Buddha", to discuss what Enlightenment is in the Buddhist tradition, what it feels like from the inside, what it can and cannot offer the individual and society, spirituality and mysticism on the fascist right, perennialism, the adaptability of capitalism, tips and advice for starting a spiritual journey, and so much more! Check out Daniel's website: https://www.integrateddaniel.info/ His book "MTCB" (free): https://www.mctb.org/ Dharma Overground: https://www.dharmaoverground.org/ The EPRC: https://theeprc.org/ ---------------------------------------------------- Support Rev Left and get access to bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/revleftradio Make a one-time donation to Rev Left at BuyMeACoffee.com/revleftradio Follow, Subscribe, & Learn more about Rev Left Radio https://revleftradio.com/ Outro Beat Prod. by flip da hood

Too often the Christian life is reduced to going to church, attending meetings, serving God, and doing devotions. But Jesus promised us abundant life – a deep, intimate, satisfying connection with the living God. Dr. Rob Reimer shares from his book, "River Dwellers: Living in the Fullness of the Spirit." Dr. Reimer mentions "The Dark Night of the Soul" by St. John of the Cross Find out more about Soul Care Ecourses here (For 20% off ecourses, use this case-sensitive code: SUSIE) Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Full Text of ReadingsSaturday of the Fifth Week of Easter Lectionary: 290The Saint of the day is Saint Mary Magdalene de PazziSaint Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi's Story Mystical ecstasy is the elevation of the spirit to God in such a way that the person is aware of this union with God while both internal and external senses are detached from the sensible world. Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi was so generously given this special gift of God that she is called the “ecstatic saint.” Catherine de' Pazzi was born into a noble family in Florence in 1566. The normal course would have been for her to have married into wealth and enjoyed comfort, but Catherine chose to follow her own path. At 9, she learned to meditate from the family confessor. She made her first Communion at the then-early age of 10, and made a vow of virginity one month later. At 16, Catherine entered the Carmelite convent in Florence because she could receive Communion daily there. Catherine had taken the name Mary Magdalene and had been a novice for a year when she became critically ill. Death seemed near, so her superiors let her make her profession of vows in a private ceremony from a cot in the chapel. Immediately after, Mary Magdalene fell into an ecstasy that lasted about two hours. This was repeated after Communion on the following 40 mornings. These ecstasies were rich experiences of union with God and contained marvelous insights into divine truths. As a safeguard against deception and to preserve the revelations, her confessor asked Mary Magdalene to dictate her experiences to sister secretaries. Over the next six years, five large volumes were filled. The first three books record ecstasies from May of 1584 through Pentecost week the following year. This week was a preparation for a severe five-year trial. The fourth book records that trial and the fifth is a collection of letters concerning reform and renewal. Another book, Admonitions, is a collection of her sayings arising from her experiences in the formation of women religious. The extraordinary was ordinary for this saint. She read the thoughts of others and predicted future events. During her lifetime, Mary Magdalene appeared to several persons in distant places and cured a number of sick people. It would be easy to dwell on the ecstasies and pretend that Mary Magdalene only had spiritual highs. This is far from true. It seems that God permitted her this special closeness to prepare her for the five years of desolation that followed when she experienced spiritual dryness. She was plunged into a state of darkness in which she saw nothing but what was horrible in herself and all around her. She had violent temptations and endured great physical suffering. Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi died in 1607 at age 41, and was canonized in 1669. Her liturgical feast is celebrated on May 25. Reflection Intimate union, God's gift to mystics, is a reminder to all of us of the eternal happiness of union he wishes to give us. The cause of mystical ecstasy in this life is the Holy Spirit, working through spiritual gifts. The ecstasy occurs because of the weakness of the body and its powers to withstand the divine illumination, but as the body is purified and strengthened, ecstasy no longer occurs. See Teresa of Avila's Interior Castle, and John of the Cross' Dark Night of the Soul, for more about various aspects of ecstasies. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

I'm joined by the brilliant and beautifully honest Dr. Heather Thompson Day for a conversation on spiritual wrestling. Heather's latest book, What If I'm Wrong? Navigating the Waves of Fear and Failure explores what happens when the faith you once relied on starts to unravel. Heather shares openly about her father's battle with Alzheimer's, the spiritual crisis it triggered, and the years she spent in what she calls “spiritual drowning.” We talk about attachment, disappointment, failure, and the unexpected ways God shows up when everything else is falling apart. This conversation is a powerful example of how doubt and faith can co-exist. If you've ever wondered whether you're allowed to question your faith—or felt like you were losing your grip on God—this episode is for you. We explore: What happens when the God you believed in no longer matches your reality How therapy helped Heather not just psychologically but spiritually Why what feels like failure may be something deeper—and more redemptive The unexpected miracle Heather experienced at the end of her long season of doubt This isn't a story of tidy answers. It's a story of holding on, even when you're not sure what you're holding onto.

Jam, Miles, and James team up to dive into the MCU once more - this time with the movie Thunderbolts. Join us as we explore the surprisingly deep themes of the film, ask whether Marvel has indeed gotten its magic back, and anticipate what lies ahead for the New Avengers. Watch the episode here. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to feedback@popcorntheology.com, and you'll receive 2 FREE stickers! iTunes link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/popcorn-theology/id990110281  Chapters:00:00 - Teaser & Intro 00:26 - Cold Open 02:10 - Welcome & Summary 03:48 - Popcorn Ratings 07:37 - Theology Ratings 11:23 - Ads 13:42 - SPOILER WARNING 13:56 - Popcorn Thoughts 29:13 - Sentry vs Superman 43:23 - Evil, Flattery, & Manipulation 54:50 - Judgment & Hell 1:05:54 - The Dark Night of the Soul 1:16:36 - Lightning Round 1:24:00 - Until Next Time… #FlorencePugh #DavidHarbour #WyattRussell #SebastianStan #LewisPullman #HannahJohnKaman #JuliaLouisDreyfus  #Thunderbolts #NewAvengers #MCU #MarvelCinematicUniverse #ChristianPodcasts #MoviePodcasts #YouAreNotAMindlessConsumer #MovieDiscussion #FilmCriticism #MovieReview #FilmReview #FilmDiscussion #MovieExplanation #FilmAnalysis #CharacterAnalysis #MovieExplanation #MovieAnalysis #MovieReaction #MediaLiteracy #MediaLiteracyMatters #ReformedTheology  Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA 

What happens when the very thing that once lit you up feels out of reach—yet still lives deep in your soul, waiting to be reclaimed? In this episode, we sit down with Carla Sciaky, a lifelong musician, who opens up about her incredible journey from early musical brilliance to facing a dark night of the soul that transformed everything. Carla shares how her relationship with music shifted from pressure and perfectionism to something sacred—purpose-driven, healing, and deeply connected to Spirit. We explore how silence became her ally, how creativity cycles through light and shadow, and how music—far beyond just entertainment—has the power to change lives, starting with her own.From the science behind music's effect on the brain and body to its emotional influence on infants and elders alike, Carla offers a unique blend of personal story and universal truth. How does music shape our development? And what role can it play in reconnecting with who we truly are? Whether you're an artist, healer, or simply someone navigating your own transformation, Carla's wisdom will stir something in your soul. Tune in to remember the power of music—not just as a sound, but as a force for connection, healing, and coming home to yourself.Ways to Connect with Carla & her Music:https://www.carlasciaky.com/http://www.doorwaytoyourlife.com/Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n89CPWG4uELyric video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtQKKSbrEkgOrder an album on Carla's website: https://carlasciaky.com/index.html#storeP.S. A note from Carla: "It occurred to me to say that I really want other coaches, therapists, healers, etc., to feel free to use any of my songs in their work with clients, For example, my 12-step sponsor used to use my song “Awakening” (title song of my 1995 release) to do workshops and journaling exercises with recovering addicts. Putting on my musician/songwriter hat, I want to honor all musicians with the reminder that it is most respectful for anyone who puts our songs to use in this way to actually purchase either the individual cut or the album as a whole, and also to credit the songwriter, whoever it is. And at the same time, I would rather someone use it from YouTube or Spotify than not use it at all! I just want to mention that out of respect to all my fellow songwriters."About Carla Sciaky:Carla Sciaky has enjoyed over five decades in her career as a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, including a 2019 induction in the Colorado Music Hall of Fame with the group the Mother Folkers. Renowned for her clear articulate voice, strong fingerpicking style, and a warm intimacy with her audiences, she has toured the US and Europe, amassed a discography on Green Linnet and her own Propinquity labels, and was awarded awards and recognition for her songwriting in such arenas as the Kerrville New Song Competition, the Louisville (KY) songwriting competition, the Colorado Arts and Humanities Fellowship for Composition, and the Billboard Songwriting Competition. Her most recent solo album Heart of the Swan soared to the top of the folk radio charts upon its release in October 2024, and her music video “Standing by a River” has won multiple awards at film festivals worldwide in the categories of music video and songwriting. Carla has also performed on baroque violin as a core member of the Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado and Sémplice Baroque, with Wyoming Baroque, Colorado Chamber Players and more. She lives with her husband Dan in Lakewood, Colorado, working as a published author and public speaker and with clients as a life coach through her practice Doorway to Your Life.Chapters00:00 Carla Sciaky's Musical Journey05:24 The Call Back to Music12:24 The Dark Night of the Soul17:32 Transforming the Creative Process25:54 The Impact of Music on People39:12 Music's Universal Language and Emotional Influence44:57 The Role of Silence in Creativity49:38 The Evolution of Music and Technology

Is this the scarecrow movie we've been looking for?? You'll have to listen to find out!  If you'd like to join us on our scarecrow journey, we've got Episode 237- "Scarecrow" (this is a SyFy channel original film and hoo boy that was a mistake), Episode 334- "Husk," Episode 386- "Dark Night of the Scarecrow," and Episode 471- "Scarecrows." The regular lineup of links! You can support us at patreon.com/werewolfambulance and listen to a ton of action movie episodes. We're back this month with "Mortal Kombat" and truly, it's everything you could dream of. leave us a message at 412-407-7025 hang out with some cool listeners at https://discord.gg/DutFjx3cBD buy merch at www.teepublic.com/user/werewolfambulance the best place to reach us is at werewolfambulance@gmail.com we're on Reddit at r/werewolfambulance sorta on Twitter @werebulance sorta on Instagram @werewolfambulance www.werewolfambulance.comif you feel you really must lodge a complaint with us, please do it on Facebook at facebook.com/werewolfambulance because we are probably not gonna see that, ever. If you liked this, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen! It helps others find us and allows us to continue to grow. Intro song is by Alex Van Luvie Outro song is A. Wallis- "EMT" Seriously, we have the best listeners, hands down.  

This week’s show is packed as you will discover Steven LaRussa’s spiritual awakening and hear Sandra’s incredible experience with the latest in grief therapy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.