Podcasts about spiritual bypassing

Why "High Vibration Only" Can Be Toxic: The Truth About Emotional Suppression & Authentic ManifestationIn today's episode, we're diving into a topic that has become increasingly common in the spiritual and manifestation world: the belief that we should be "high vibe" all the time.While positivity, gratitude, and elevated emotions can support our growth, the pressure to stay positive at all costs can actually create emotional suppression, spiritual bypassing, and disconnection from our authentic selves.In this episode, we explore what "high vibration only" really means, why it can become toxic when taken to the extreme, and how many people unknowingly use positivity to avoid feeling grief, sadness, fear, anger, disappointment, and other very human emotions.We'll discuss what happens when emotions are suppressed rather than processed, how unexpressed emotions can affect the nervous system, body, energy, and overall well-being, and why emotional avoidance often becomes one of the biggest hidden blocks to manifestation.You'll learn:What "high vibration only" means and where this belief comes fromWhy spiritual bypassing can keep us stuckWhat happens when we suppress difficult emotionsThe emotional, physical, and energetic impact of emotional avoidanceHow the nervous system influences manifestation and receivingWhy unresolved emotions often create subconscious resistanceThe connection between emotional safety and abundanceWhy authenticity is more powerful than forced positivityHow to manifest while honoring your emotionsPractical ways to process feelings without getting stuck in themThe difference between feeling emotions and identifying with themHow to create greater emotional safety within yourselfMost importantly, this episode reminds you that your emotions are not ruining your manifestations.You do not need to be perfectly positive to attract what you desire.True manifestation is not about emotional perfection. It is about alignment, nervous system safety, self-awareness, authenticity, and allowing yourself to be fully human.If you've ever felt guilty for having difficult emotions, worried that your feelings are blocking your manifestations, or found yourself trying to "think positive" through pain, this conversation will offer a more compassionate and empowering perspective.Because healing isn't about becoming high vibe all the time.It's about becoming safe enough to feel it all.Connect with me:Instagram: @Pam_RoccaTik Tok: @Pam_RoccaWebsite: www.pamrocca.comWork with me:Book a Free 15-minute Clarity Call:https://calendly.com/divinehealth/15minBook an Initial Consultation: https://calendly.com/divinehealth/90minIntuitive Oracle Reading: https://calendly.com/divinehealth/60-minute-intuitive-oracle-card-readingIntuitive Reiki Session or Distance Reiki Session:https://calendly.com/divinehealth/in-person-intuitive-reiki-healing-session-60-minsEnergy Work Sessions - Energy Healing: https://calendly.com/divinehealth/energy-healing-sessionSoul and Transformation Coaching: https://calendly.com/divinehealth/3-month-coaching-packageIf you enjoyed this episode, please let me know so I can create more of the content you love. Also, please share the podcast with anyone you know who would love this community, these tools, information, and free resources. Have the most love-filled week and shine on, my friends.

How did we go from prophet to profit with Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, Deepak Chopra... one by one, the curtain got lifted?  And we're left asking: who do we actually trust? Religious ethicist Dr. Liz Bucar has spent 25 years studying exactly that question. Her answers will surprise you. What you'll learn in this episode: Why the guru era is collapsing and what a good teacher actually looks like versus a predatory one The hidden Orientalism behind Deepak Chopra and Jay Shetty's appeal — and the latent racism nobody's talking about How a 19th century minister literally named after the Graham cracker gave us our food guilt Why a single question from a tarot card reader reversed years of orthorexia when therapy and church couldn't touch it What happened when a straight-edge religious studies professor did ayahuasca three times a day for three days in an Oregon yurt — and what it broke open about death, grief, and living well What sangha means and why real community requires you to be inconvenienced Prefer to watch on YouTube? https://youtu.be/5kXU5Cf2heE Resources & Links: ORDER Beyond Wellness book: https://amzn.to/4wQJypx Liz's website: https://www.lizbucar.com/books Liz's Substack (Religion, Reimagined): https://lizbucar.substack.com/ Liz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizbucar/ Liz on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lizbucar Work with Allison: https://allisonhare.com/freecall NOTABLE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — Intro: Prophet to profit. The guru era is over. 02:25 — Welcome Dr. Liz Bucar 03:25 — Is the guru era over? Jay Shetty, Deepak Chopra, and what cracked 07:35 — The halo effect: how platform-built gurus get their power 09:23 — Red flags of a bad spiritual teacher 10:57 — What a good teacher actually looks like 11:47 — The Orientalism and latent racism behind the wellness guru industry 13:43 — What is wellness — and why it's too low of a bar 15:05 — Women, optimization, and the anemic version of human life we've been sold 16:22 — What if dying well is part of living well? 17:56 — What a "none" borrows from religion without belonging to it 21:21 — Religion's PR problem and who's controlling the narrative 24:01 — Safety, belonging, and the search for somewhere to land 25:24 — Disordered eating, orthorexia, and the tarot reading that reversed it 30:01 — How bad theology gave us food moralizing (the Graham cracker guy) 34:26 — Ayahuasca: the plan Liz did NOT have 36:58 — Santo Daime, the sacrament of Daime, and a legal ayahuasca church in the US 39:12 — Why the religious container was everything 41:53 — Confronting her father's death in an Oregon yurt 43:18 — Death doulas, dying well, and the epiphany that changed everything 44:01 — Sangha: what community actually means 45:23 — Hope vs. optimism — and why the difference matters right now 48:20 — Rage has good intel. Embrace the ugly parts. 49:05 — Why individualism has done us dirty 50:33 — Biohacking, hustle culture, and inviting friction back in 51:06 — Real community requires showing up, not just extracting 52:46 — Where to find Liz and preorder Beyond Wellness Allison's Offer: Schedule a free podcast clarity call: https://allisonhare.com/freecall Be sure to rate, review, and follow this podcast on your player and also, connect with me IRL for more goodness and life-changing stuff.Schedule a FREE podcast clarity call with me - Your future audience is out there. Talk to them!Sign up for the free weekly emailAllisonHare.comFollow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.DOWNLOAD the free podcast equipment guide- No guesswork, no google rabbit holes, start recording todayReb3l Dance Fitness - Try it at home! Free month with this link.Feedback and Contact:: allison@allisonhare.com

In this episode of ShamanTalk, Rhonda McCrimmon sits down with licensed clinical social worker, ritualist, and certified firewalk master instructor Sarina Harz-Tolbert for a wide-ranging conversation on the intersections of therapy, ceremony, and embodied spiritual practice.They explore fire walking as a tool for transformation, why somatic and body-based healing often achieves what years of talk therapy cannot, and how to spot spiritual bypassing in yourself and your community. They also get into the ethics of running a small spiritual business, discussing pricing, accessibility, integrity, and how to stay true to your path when the online marketing machine is pulling in every direction.Sarina shares her work as a wilderness rites-of-passage guide, trauma-informed therapist, and co-teacher of the Warrior Goddess framework, and the two friends dig into creating genuinely inclusive ritual spaces, the power of direct communication, and why ritual belongs in everyday life, not just on the ceremonial calendar.You can find Sarina @thewarriorgoddessrevolution on Instagram

Andrew is a psychotherapist, comparative religion scholar, and survivor of high-control Evangelical and Pentecostal Christianity. Raised  as the son of a minister, he served as a missionary to India and worked as a minister before experiencing a profound deconversion and recovery from religious trauma, which informs both his clinical work and academic research on high-control religion. Andrew holds an MPhil in Classical Indian Religion from the University of Oxford, an MDiv from Princeton Seminary, and an MA in Counseling Psychology from Golden Gate University. His training across Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, and psychological traditions enables him to examine religious systems comparatively and understand how belief, authority, and practice shape psychological experience in high-demand groups.  He specializes in working with survivors from Christian, Evangelical, Pentecostal, charismatic, New Age, neo-tantric, Hindu- and Buddhist-influenced, and other high-control environments. His approach integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, depth therapy, mindfulness, and faith deconstruction. Through Life After Dogma (www.lifeafterdogma.org), he combines survivor insight, scholarship, and trauma-informed psychotherapy to help clients unwind conditioning, heal shame, reclaim agency, and rebuild identity. Andrew is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT146397) supervised by Dr. Crystal Quarry. The article we discussed in today's interview can be found HERE.Andrew's website:  www.lifeafterdogma.org

Send us Fan MailJoin Gareth Duignam and Nora Pecsenka as they explore Nora's profound spiritual awakening, her journey through various states of consciousness, and her innovative body-based method for integrating spiritual insights into everyday life. Discover the nuances of awakening, the challenges of embodiment, and practical tools for spiritual growth.keywordsNoor (Nora Pecsenka) is a Hungarian psychologist, nondual guide, and the founder of Bodyway — a somatic group awareness method at the meeting point of psychology, movement, and nondual philosophy. Her work focuses especially on the integration of awakening: what happens after the glimpse, and how insight becomes lived reality — in the body, in relationships, in daily life. She works with individuals one-to-one and leads groups internationally.Key topicsNora Pecsenka's spiritual awakening and insights The role of the body in spiritual realizationChallenges of integration after awakening

Church should be a place of safety, connection, and healing. For many, it has also been a place of deep pain.In this episode, April Bordeau and Jean Crane explore the reality of church hurt and the often-overlooked role of spiritual bypassing. We talk about what happens when faith language is used to silence pain instead of support healing, and why experiences in spiritual spaces can feel especially confusing, isolating, and shame-filled.This conversation creates space for honesty. It offers language for what many have felt but struggled to name, and gentle direction for those trying to heal, rebuild trust, and reconnect with their faith in a meaningful way.Whether you've personally experienced church hurt or want to better support others, this episode invites a more compassionate and grounded approach to faith and emotional health.In This Episode, We Discuss:What “church hurt” really means and why it can run so deep How spiritual bypassing shows up in everyday faith conversations The difference between encouragement and emotional avoidance Common experiences that leave lasting wounds in spiritual spaces Why acknowledging church hurt can feel confusing or even shameful Practical steps toward healing and emotional clarity How churches and leaders can respond in healthier, more responsible ways What it looks like to rebuild trust in yourself, others, and your faithKey Takeaways:Pain experienced in spiritual settings often impacts both emotional and spiritual identity Spiritual bypassing can sound supportive on the surface while actually dismissing real pain Naming your experience is a powerful first step toward healing Healthy faith makes space for grief, questions, and emotional honesty Rebuilding trust takes time, intention, and safe relationshipsA Gentle Reminder: If you've been hurt in a church or spiritual setting, your experience matters. You are allowed to feel what you feel. Healing does not require you to minimize your story.Resources & Support: If this episode resonates with you, consider reaching out to us. Healing often happens in safe, relational spaces where your story can be fully heard.Connect With Us: Care to Change CounselingHelping you care for your mental and emotional health with compassion and clarity

Spiritual bypassing doesn't heal pain — it avoids it.In this episode, we explore the difference between real light and false light, how spirituality can become a form of emotional avoidance, and why embodiment, honesty, and presence are essential for true transformation.This is a grounding, clarifying conversation for anyone ready to move beyond spiritual performance into real integration.#spiritualbypassing #falselight #embodiedspirituality #shadowintegration #emotionaltruth #consciousawakening #soulfulpathwayspodcast #malusoullightbearer

What if the very thing you believe is helping you heal… is actually keeping you stuck?In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, we explore the hidden side of personal growth — spiritual bypassing — and why true healing requires more than just “staying positive” or thinking your way out of pain.Joined by trauma-informed psychotherapist and host of The Connected Community Podcast, Nicky Yazbeck shares her journey through burnout, deep trauma work, and the transformative role of plant medicine in reconnecting to her authentic self.Together, we unpack:What spiritual bypassing really is (and how to spot it in your own life)Why avoiding emotions like grief, anger, and fear can block true healingHow trauma lives in the body, not just the mindThe power of EMDR in rewiring deep-rooted patternsWhat shadow work actually looks like in real lifeWhy curiosity, not judgement, is the key to emotional freedomThe role of plant medicine in uncovering unconscious wounds (and why it's not for everyone)This episode is a reminder that healing isn't about becoming a “better” version of yourself — it's about coming home to who you really are, including the parts you've been taught to hide.If you've ever felt stuck on your healing journey, struggled with people-pleasing, or sensed there's more beneath the surface… this conversation will challenge, validate, and expand your perspective.

Hello j'espère que vous allez bien :)Dans l'épisode de podcast de la semaine, on parle de spiritual bypassing ou l'art de contourner consciemment ou inconsciemment ce que l'on ressens souvent labelisé d'inconfortable. En d'autres termes, c'est se réfugier dans des pratiques spirituelles pour se sentir mieux et "échapper" à nos maux, nos inconforts, nos peurs ou encore nos traumas. Le spiritual bypassing nourrit une illusion qui trouve sa source dans la peur de l'adversité. Est-ce à blâmer pour autant ? Non. Passer par ce contournement n'est pas une fatalité, c'est juste un signal pour nous recalibrer et comprendre que l'expansion n'est possible qu'en embrassant la lumière et la noirceur en même temps...En bref, plein de questionnements et de réflections sur ce sujet. Je vous souhaite une belle écoute.Référence citée : "The Practice of Embodying Emotions: A Guide for Improving Cognitive, Emotional, and Behavioral Outcomes", Livre de Raja Selvam PhD._________7 jours GRATUITS pour découvrir mon studio de yoga en ligne & embodiment puis l'abonnement à 9,99€/mois• + de 300 cours créatifs et embodied en illimité et à la demande• + de 400 fâmes a avoir rejoint le voyage depuis 2022• Des nouvelles pratiques publiées chaque semaine• Free form mouvement, yoga poétique & incarné (embodiment)• 16 programmes et coffrets exclusifs• 10 ebooks mis à disposition pour compléter ta pratique off the mat et aller plus loin dans la philosophie yogi._________• Nos formations 2026 de yoga vinyasa 200 heures certifiées Yoga Alliance avec Alma Sadhana (à Bali & au Verdon) INFOS & RÉSERVATIONS• Formation "Embodied elements" 100h dans le Verdon du 21 au 30 août_________Photo de couv by @euphoria_veraBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yogalignement--4762684/support.

Have you ever wondered if your spiritual practice is actually holding you back? In this rare solo episode, Harmony Slater opens up about something she has sat with for years: spiritual bypassing — the subtle, socially praised way we use meditation, yoga, journaling, and ritual to sidestep the emotional work we most need to do. This conversation is deeply personal. Harmony shares her own journey from ballet-driven anorexia to years of devoted Ashtanga practice, and how all of it — every early morning practice, every pose, every certification — was also, in part, a way of hiding. From her body. From her feelings. From herself. In this episode, you will hear: What spiritual bypassing actually is — and why it is so hard to see in yourself. How yoga, meditation, and breathwork can become sophisticated tools for avoidance. Why discipline and control can shrink your world without you realizing it. The difference between observing your experience and truly feeling it from within. How healing actually happens — and why it requires relationship, not solo practice. The moment Harmony's body finally said enough through burnout and autoimmune illness. A simple 'Do Nothing' practice that reveals more than any technique. Why life itself is the real practice. Whether you have been on the spiritual path for two years or twenty, this episode will meet you where you are.  With honesty, compassion, and an invitation to stop performing and start feeling. The Inner Rejuvenation Codes: https://harmonyslater.kit.com/inner-rejuvenation-codes-mc Join the Lightworker Mastermind:  https://harmonyslater.com/lightworker-mastermind FIND Harmony online: https://harmonyslater.com/ Harmony on IG: https://www.instagram.com/harmonyslaterofficial/ Finding Harmony Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/findingharmonypodcast/ FREE Manifestation Activation: https://harmonyslater.kit.com/manifestation-activation

Have you ever wondered if your spiritual practice is actually holding you back? In this rare solo episode, Harmony Slater opens up about something she has sat with for years: spiritual bypassing — the subtle, socially praised way we use meditation, yoga, journaling, and ritual to sidestep the emotional work we most need to do.   This conversation is deeply personal. Harmony shares her own journey from ballet-driven anorexia to years of devoted Ashtanga practice, and how all of it — every early morning practice, every pose, every certification — was also, in part, a way of hiding. From her body. From her feelings. From herself.   In this episode, you will hear: What spiritual bypassing actually is — and why it is so hard to see in yourself. How yoga, meditation, and breathwork can become sophisticated tools for avoidance. Why discipline and control can shrink your world without you realizing it. The difference between observing your experience and truly feeling it from within. How healing actually happens — and why it requires relationship, not solo practice. The moment Harmony's body finally said enough through burnout and autoimmune illness. A simple 'Do Nothing' practice that reveals more than any technique. Why life itself is the real practice. Whether you have been on the spiritual path for two years or twenty, this episode will meet you where you are.  With honesty, compassion, and an invitation to stop performing and start feeling. The Inner Rejuvenation Codes: https://harmonyslater.kit.com/inner-rejuvenation-codes-mc Join the Lightworker Mastermind:  https://harmonyslater.com/lightworker-mastermind FIND Harmony online: https://harmonyslater.com/ Harmony on IG: https://www.instagram.com/harmonyslaterofficial/ Finding Harmony Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/findingharmonypodcast/ FREE Manifestation Activation: https://harmonyslater.kit.com/manifestation-activation

This message confronts the tendency of spiritual bypassing (using faith language or practices to avoid real emotions, pain, and responsibility) and calls believers into a mature integration of both spiritual and human realities. It emphasizes that true Christlikeness is not choosing between faith and action, but living fully surrendered in both: honestly naming reality while actively trusting and partnering with God. Through biblical examples and personal stories, it shows that transformation happens not by escaping hardship, but by walking through it with God—fully spirit and fully human.

NOTE:  Apologies for the poor audio quality on Dr. Daniel's microphone. It wasn't discovered until after recording that the wrong mic was in use! In support of our upcoming Symposium on Spiritual Bypassing: Counseling and Support Perspectives, two noted experts sit down with Dr. Daniel to discuss their experiences growing up in high-demand religious communities and their exposure to this method of negative religious coping. Dr. Clint Heacock  is the host of The Dismantling Doctrine Podcast. The show is dedicated to raising awareness of the dangers posed by cults and other high-control religious groups; the agenda of the Christian Right and Dominion theology; and providing resources to those suffering from religious trauma syndrome after leaving religion behind. Janice Selbie  was born into a charismatic Christian home, attending Pentecostal, Vineyard, and other Evangelical churches and in her 30sbecame ultraconservative, donning a head-covering, homeschooling their children, and rejecting any vestiges of secular life. After breaking free later in life, she began to study the impact of religion and religious trauma sexuality, gender roles and equality, social justice, and more, and went on to earn a Diploma of Applied Psychology and Counselling. She counsels people who struggle with religious trauma, and runs "divorcing religion" workshops throughout the U.S. and Canada. 

The spiritual path is the path of each individual's personal evolution and development. Or change that into saying how one grows and improves through their life. Which is actually over lifetimes. And just to let you know dear watcher or listener, it's why you're currently in the Earth realm. Because there is improvement needed. For each of us. Ignoring empire, again meaning the darkness - supremacism, colonialism, imperialism, racism, classism, militarism, and the general shadow of the world is bypassing because it allows the ego to survive in a more refined form. It says, “I am above this,” while quietly remaining entangled in it and not doing your part to improve it. Facing empire—especially one's own—dissolves that illusion. It humbles the seeker. It forces integration. And integration, not escape, is the real work.These insight sub-episodes are mirrored on our primary YouTube channel which can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@NilesHeckman/videos

All trauma is spiritual trauma. It severs the impulse to reach for wonder, connection, and meaning—the very essence of our soul. In this episode, Dr. Hillary McBride, a leading voice on embodiment and spiritual trauma, redefines how we understand healing. We explore the holes trauma leaves in our souls, why the body is the portal back to our spirituality, and a simple yet profound practice (heart rate sensing) that can unlock your intuition and reconnect you to yourself. This is a conversation about the space between life and death, and the path back to who you really are.00:00 The Core Wound: Trauma as a Spiritual Severing03:36 What is the "Space Between" Life and Death?05:18 The Many Deaths We Live Before We Die08:19 How Spiritual Trauma is Diagnosed in the Therapy Room13:19 Defining Spirituality vs. Religion16:27 Spiritual Trauma: Severing the Drive for Wonder19:47 Why Spirituality is the Antidote to Trauma23:28 The Risk of Spiritual Bypassing and a Grounded Path Back26:09 Rehabilitating Therapy to Heal the Soul30:34 A Case Study in Spiritual Flourishing44:20 How to Embody: Interoception and Heart Rate Sensing51:23 Where to Find Dr. Hillary McBrideLEARN MORE ABOUT HILLARY· Website: [HillaryLMcBride.com](http://www.hillaryl McBride.com)· Instagram: @hillaryleanamcbride· Books: The Wisdom of Your Body, Practices for Embodied Living, Holy HurtJOIN MY COMMUNITY In The Space Between membership, you'll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You'll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR Stay Connected: - Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc- Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9- YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt- Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this sermon, Emily Perry explores the difference between true forgiveness and spiritual denial. When Course ideas like "this world is an illusion" or "there is nothing to forgive" are used casually, they can sound like avoidance—or even cruelty—in the face of real suffering. So how do we hold the Course's lofty metaphysics without bypassing pain, suppressing emotions, or dismissing injustice? Drawing on key passages from the Text and Workbook, Emily offers a practical three-stage framework that is an invitation into a mature, grounded spirituality: one that looks directly at what hurts, refuses to camp in it, and opens to the Holy Spirit's genuine healing. ___________________________ Since 1993, our purpose has been to help with both the theory and practical application of A Course in Miracles. We are the publisher of the Complete and Annotated Edition of the Course (known as the "CE"), which is available as a revised hardcover*, ebook*, and via Audible. Our work grows out of our commitment to be as faithful as possible to what A Course in Miracles says, years of dedication to walking this path ourselves, and a desire to see the Course's purpose realized in the lives of students and in the world. You are invited to download the free ACIM CE App to read, search, or listen to the Course wherever you are in the world, by following the instructions at https://acimce.app/ Whether you are new to ACIM or you've been a student for many years, you are welcome to join our online community and learning platform to access a vast collection of resources designed to help you understand and apply Course teachings in everyday life: https://community.circleofa.org/ To submit a question or suggest a topic for a future podcast episode, please email info@circleofa.org. If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a review, as this will help us reach other listeners. You are also welcome to make a donation to help support our work at circleofa.org/donate. *Amazon affiliate links  

Let's Chat!!Boo, bitches — we're fact-checking the cauldron.In this episode of C3: Crystals, Cauldrons, & Cocktails, we take a calm, clear look at some of the loudest myths floating around witchy spaces:• “You didn't cleanse enough.” • “You'll accidentally summon a demon.” • “Doubt cancels your spell.” • “You're not activated.”Spoiler: magic is not WiFi, demons are not hiding behind your tealight candle, and being human does not disqualify you from practicing.This is not a call-out. It's a call-in — toward discernment, history, and a steadier kind of power.Sip the cocktail of the week and let's bring clarity back to the craft.Support the showUntil then, Stay Witchy!!River's Etsy Store: www.batsandbaublesinc.etsy.comWebsite: www.c3witchypodcast.comMerch: www.c3witchypodcastmerch.comOur wonderful logo is done by: www.nellamarinadraws.etsy.comIntro and Outro Audio:podcast intro & outro music:Góða Nótt by Alexander NakaradaLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4754-g-a-n-ttLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-liceSound from Zapsplat.com – Witches Cauldrons bubbling

In this powerful interview, JJ Brighton joins Emilio Ortiz on the Just Tap In Podcast to explore the growing awareness that humanity may be approaching a pivotal convergence point — one that echoes ancient cycles tied to Atlantis, timeline bifurcation, and the emergence of what many traditions call the Golden Timeline. Rather than fear-based predictions, this episode dives into consciousness mechanics: how collective choice, coherence, and awareness determine which future humanity stabilizes into. Together, they unpack recurring archetypal events, planetary memory, and why so many people are suddenly feeling a deep sense of remembrance, urgency, and responsibility at this moment in history.✦ LIVE IN-PERSON: Join JJ and Emilio at the Conscious Life Expo in Los Angeles (February 21st, 2026) to explore the rise of crystalline children and what it means for humanity's future | https://consciouslifeexpo.com/?ref=ymrhndyThis conversation bridges ancient knowledge and modern awakening, touching on Atlantis, multidimensional timelines, quantum choice points, collective consciousness, disclosure, and the role of embodied humans during periods of planetary transition. JJ shares insights on why certain “events” appear to repeat across civilizations, how they can be consciously navigated, and what it truly means to align with a higher evolutionary trajectory. This episode is not about predicting catastrophe — it's about understanding the deeper invitation humanity is being offered right now.___________________PODCAST CHAPTERS00:00 – JJ Brighton Intro2:25 – The Global Era of Change 4:38 – The Golden Timeline & Harmonizing Shadow and Light7:31 – Soul Convergence & Awakening the Inner Master8:24 – Children Carrying Multidimensional Templates12:20 – Breaking the Illusion of the Generation Gap15:27 – Ancient Initiations & Remembering Past Lives16:38 – Atlantis, Egypt & the Concept of the Ancient Future19:14 – The True Wound of Atlantis29:16 – Spiritual Bypassing & Forcing Ascension Today34:16 – Nervous System Capacity & DNA-Level Remembrance35:42 – Sovereignty, Integration & Gentle Awakening37:39 – Anchoring the Codexes & the Arrival of 3I/ATLAS38:47 – The Diamond Sapphire Codex Explained42:55 – Light Language, Non-Verbal Codes & Translation48:47 – Cosmic Roots & Communicating Beyond Humanity52:48 – Language, Time & Rewriting Reality59:12 – Telepathic Children & Image-Based Communication1:05:24 – Conscious Life Expo & Live In-Person Activation1:15:26 – Unlearning Perfection to Meet the New Children1:17:07 – Stillness as the Most Powerful Human Choice___________________Guest: JJ Brighton | Activations with JJ ✦ Website | https://www.activationswithjj.com/✦ Courses | https://www.activationswithjj.com/offerings✦ Retreats & Excursions | https://www.activationswithjj.com/retreats-excursions✦ Activations with JJ Podcast | https://www.activationswithjj.com/podcast✦ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/activationswithjj/✦ Linktree | https://linktr.ee/activationswithjj Host: Emilio Ortiz✦ IG | https://www.instagram.com/iamemilioortiz/✦ Subscribe to Channel | https://www.youtube.com/EmilioOrtizSpecial Offerings to Support the Show:✦ Make a One-Time or Recurring Donation on PayPal

Send a textIn this episode of Letters to the Sky, Stephan and Adam speak with Dave Biggs, a UK-based nondual teacher whose path grew out of a highly controlled religious upbringing, childhood trauma, and years of anxiety, panic disorder, addiction, and a bipolar diagnosis. Drawing on his experience supporting others in distress through the NHS and Samaritans, Dave explores why awakening can become a subtle escape when intense suffering makes the idea of “no self” feel like a final hope—and how that denial eventually crashes.Together, they unpack the overlooked work of post-awakening integration: the way emotions can become more raw and intense when resistance falls away, why kindness and gentleness still matter, and how labeling and story-making can trap sensations instead of letting them move through. Dave describes an “absolute” ground of unconditioned awareness as a stabilizing landing pad—like a starter before the main course—that makes it possible to face trauma without bypassing the human experience. The conversation closes with Dave sharing brief details of his childhood split between Jehovah's Witness fear and his father's atheism, his long search to disprove a malicious God, and the eventual recognition of an unconditionally loving presence, along with ways to connect with him at dualitydetox.com.00:00 Welcome 01:00 How They Met Dave: Voice Memos, Nonduality Groups & Shared Language02:07 Dave's Background: Trauma, Mental Health, and Teaching Without Bypassing05:53 The Trap of ‘No One Here': Spiritual Bypassing, Denial, and the Crash11:54 Real Self-Realization: Ordinary, Subtle, and Noticed by the Absence of Suffering13:46 Integration Mechanics: Momentum After Awakening & the ‘Last 5%' of Work16:41 Emotions After Awakening: Anger, Grief, Tears, and Feeling It Fully19:24 Letting Emotions Move: Disney Tears, Accessibility, and Dropping the Labels22:58 The ‘Child Catcher' Metaphor: Stop Netting Feelings and Naming Them27:02 Mind's Story-Making vs Witnessing: Grasping, Aversion, and Waves Passing Through30:18 Groundlessness & Ultimate Truth: Returning to What We Are32:00 The “Landing Pad”: Unconditioned Awareness as the Base34:08 Starter vs Main Course: Letting Experience Move Through You37:02 Macbeth, Despair, and Finding the Ground Beneath the “Sound and Fury”40:32 Post-Awakening Reality Check: Emotions Don't Disappear41:49 Why the Ground Makes Healing Possible (and the Hand Analogy Explained)44:14 Healing Is Reachable: Safety, Integration, and Trauma Unraveling46:23 When Pain Becomes Identity: The MS Patient Story49:30 Dave's Lived-Experience Work & Dropping the Trauma “Performance”54:40 Dave's Childhood & Awakening Turning Point (High-Level Story)59:27 Wrap-Up: Keep Doing the Work + Where to Find DaveSupport the showCopyright 2025 by Letters to the Sky

Join Leilani and Kimberlyn as they dig into the ways in which religious and spiritual practices can be used to sidestep dealing with difficult truths and looking at what needs to be really seen.Their check-ins:  Kimberlyn makes a gift of biodegradable, holographic glitter to Leilani; Leilani shares her adventures as she learns Spanish.Mentioned in the episode:  John Welwood; Ingrid Clayton, Recovering Spirituality: Achieving Emotional Sobriety in Your Spiritual Practice; Ellen Bass, “Getting into Bed on a December Night.” Get exclusive content and support us on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/WitchyWit Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WitchyWitPodcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/Witchy_Wit  Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3azUkFVlECTlTZQVX5jl1X?si=8WufnXueQrugGDIYWbgc3A  Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/witchy-wit/id1533482466 Pandora:https://pandora.app.link/nNsuNrSKneb  Google Podcast:Witchy Wit (google.com)

In this conversation, Ellen Emmet reflects on her path into Jungian analysis and how the teachings of Carl Jung continue to shape her inner life, clinical work, and spiritual inquiry. Together, we explore what it means to hold depth psychology and nondual realization in the same field—without collapsing one into the other. The dialogue moves through questions of decolonizing therapy, the subtle dynamics of spiritual bypass, and the kind of deep listening required when working with the unconscious—both personal and collective. Ellen speaks to the body as a threshold into the psyche's wilderness, and to the necessity of staying in relationship with what is unresolved, uncomfortable, and unfinished. Threaded throughout is a concern for the wider world: how collective trauma, ancestral memory, and the current socio-political moment ask to be included in spiritual and therapeutic work—not bypassed. This is a conversation about remembrance, embodiment, and the slow work of integration in times of upheaval. Ellen offers meetings and retreats through The Awakening Body, an experiential exploration rooted in nondual inquiry, Authentic Movement, and direct listening to lived experience. She also maintains a private psychotherapy practice and facilitates Authentic Movement groups. EllenEmmet.com Topics 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 01:05 Reflecting on Past Conversations 01:41 Journey into Jungian Analysis 02:50 Exploring Carl Jung's Theories 05:31 The Process of Individuation 13:17 Decolonizing Therapy 16:40 Spiritual Bypassing and Social Issues 20:48 Facing the Darkness: Confronting Fear and Avoidance 22:17 The Deadly Silence: Censorship in Spiritual Spaces 23:19 Heartbreak as a Spiritual Connection 26:09 The Power of Collective Healing 28:03 Listening with Reverence and Reverie 36:09 The Wildness of the Body: Embracing Natural Movement 39:39 Concluding Thoughts and Future Connections Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!Free Virtual Masterclass: From Resolution to Momentum That Creates Results, on Saturday, February 7. Save your seat!In this episode, Wendy sits down with dear friend and coach Jennifer Liss, who left her husband, traveled Europe solo, and ended up reconciling her marriage—all because she said a big no that was actually a huge yes. They unpack how victim mentality can show up in sneaky ways and explore the OATS process for working through emotions that keep cycling until you address them.They explore:Why the universe presents you with people and situations to reveal your inherited constraints, and why those encounters are a giftHow to use the OATS process: Observe the sensation, Ask why it's here, Thank it, and Shift to your soul's perspectiveWhy shrinking back doesn't do anybody any favors, and how standing in your power creates positive ripples for everyoneThis conversation is a permission slip to stop shrinking, start trusting, and live from the fullest, freest version of you.Connect with Jennifer:Instagram @jennifer.liss_Her Podcast: F**k Around & Get PaidHer Quiz: JenLiss.comReferenced in this Episode:Saying Yes to Being Untethered with Jen LissThe Third Door by Alex BanayanHow to Stop Performing and Start Trusting Yourself | Rachel JacksonPeter Crone________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with Wendy: LinkedinInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright House Website: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and Travel Interested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.com Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Spiritual Spotlight Series, Rachel Garrett sits down with Stephanie James — psychotherapist, filmmaker, author, and transformational guide — for a deeply honest conversation about healing, personal responsibility, and reclaiming your authentic power.Stephanie shares her personal journey from a seemingly “perfect” childhood to profound loss, emotional rupture, and ultimately, deep inner transformation. Together, Rachel and Stephanie explore why true healing doesn't come from bypassing pain — but from meeting it with presence, compassion, and courage.This episode dives into:The dangers of spiritual bypassing and why positivity alone doesn't heal traumaHow dreams act as a direct line to the subconscious and soul wisdomReclaiming personal power through inner work, self-care, and emotional responsibilityHealing trauma without abandoning yourselfWhy authenticity is the gateway to fulfillment, purpose, and aligned relationshipsHow your healing ripples outward and impacts the collectiveStephanie brings grounded psychological insight together with spiritual depth, reminding us that healing isn't about fixing yourself — it's about remembering who you are beneath the conditioning.If you're on a spiritual path and craving real integration, emotional truth, and embodied healing (not spiritual fluff), this conversation will meet you right where you are — and gently call you forward.✨ Tune in and let this episode support you in reclaiming your inner authority, honoring your truth, and allowing your healing to become a light for others. Support the show

In this episode of Green Room, Sydney and Chloe talk about the all-too-uncomfortable topic of spiritual bypassing. They go through a list of different ways we use spirituality to skirt around “negative” emotions or avoid pain. They look at a few examples in the Bible where Jesus and others did the opposite. Known & Beloved: Re-Membering Your Story: A Guide to Exploring Our Core Stories: https://a.co/d/eXkDdX1 This episode was recorded in the winter of 2025.

This episode is brought to you by Timeline, Strong Coffee Company and Fatty15. In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, performance coach Natalie Hummel reframes what it truly means to be a high performer—arguing that excellence isn't built through discipline, talent, or mindset alone, but through nervous system mastery. Natalie explains how fear, pressure, and self-sabotage are not problems to eliminate but sensations to build capacity for, and why separating sensation from story is the key to performing with ease under stress. Together, we will explore identity, upper limits, resilience, flow states, and what high performance looks like in everyday life. This conversation offers a grounded, practical, and deeply human approach to performance—one rooted in presence, self-mastery, and the courage to feel what most people avoid. Follow Natalie @nataliehummelcoaching Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – What Is High Performance, Really? 01:10 – Pressure, Purpose, and Choosing Your Arena 03:40 – Is Life Happening To You or For You? 05:40 – Performance Mastery vs. Self-Mastery 07:50 – Fear, Ego, and the Nervous System 10:50 – Why Competition Really Means "Striving Together" 12:30 – Identity, Ego, and the Default Nervous System 14:50 – How Your Past Sets Upper Limits on Success 17:15 – Why Discipline Eventually Stops Working 20:10 – Revisiting the Places That Formed Your Nervous System 23:00 – Freedom From vs. Freedom To 28:45 – Signs of Nervous System Dysregulation 31:20 – Separating Sensation From Story 33:20 – What Resilience Actually Is 36:20 – How to Train Resilience (The Nightly Practice) 40:30 – Parenting as a High-Performance Practice 45:10 – Giving Up Discipline for Presence 47:50 – Expanding Capacity Under Stress 49:30 – Reframing Failure Without Identity Collapse 53:00 – Why You Must Acknowledge the Past (But Not Live There) 57:30 – Nervous System > Mindset 01:01:00 – Spiritual Bypassing and Wellness Culture Pitfalls 01:06:20 – Flow State, Ease, and Pressure 01:10:20 – Why Pressure Is a Privilege 01:14:15 – High Performance for Non-Athletes 01:18:30 – The One Practice That Changes Everything 01:20:20 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: FREE 3-day sample of MitoPure longevity gummies at https://www.Timeline.com/everforwardsample  15% off organic coffee and lattes with adaptogens and collage with no crash or jitters with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com  Extra 15% off 90-day starter kit of C15:0 essential fatty acids at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at NatalieHummelCoaching.com

Turn online alignment into an offline community — join us at TheWayFwrd.com to connect with like-minded people near you.If consciousness is moving forward, are you moving with it or resisting the invitation?In this episode, I sit down with Edmund Knighton for a grounded, uncompromising conversation on The Law of One, consciousness evolution, and why love isn't a feeling you wait for, it's something you practice.This discussion moves through the nature of density of consciousness, the accelerating forces of polarization, and why service to self vs service to others isn't a moral debate, but an evolutionary sorting process. Conflict, suffering, and global instability aren't framed as failures of the system here, they're revealed as catalysts for awakening, testing whether we respond with fear or clarity.We also address why spiritual bypassing keeps people stuck, how vulnerability functions as a stabilizing force rather than a weakness, and why embodiment — not dissociation — is required for real spiritual maturity.If you've felt unsure how to stay grounded, this episode offers clarity.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[02:22] What vulnerability reveals about transformation in the present[08:44] Alec's dream about his grandfather revealed the movement from 3rd to 4th density consciousness[15:19] The Buddha in Red Face story[21:11] Integrating masculine and feminine energies increases the strength of both rather than diminishing either[32:52] When Edmund discovered The Law of One[42:53] The eight densities of consciousness [53:01] Practicing love during division without falling into spiritual bypassing[01:10:01] Why those in service to self are actually serving us by offering opportunities to choose love[01:20:05] How the veil of forgetting and free will allow us to remember our true nature as creators[01:43:58] Distinguishing your own essence from external noise through stillness and Steiner's practices[01:57:35] Why true forgiveness becomes unnecessary when we understand our projections[02:17:16] Why we cannot return to tribal ways and must move forward with new forms of conscious community[02:39:30] What the Germanic and Slavic epochs reveal about humanity's progression from individual thinking to soul-warmed communityRelated The Way Forward Episodes:Beyond Verbal Autists, Telepathy & The Nature Of Thought with Melissa Jolly Graves | YouTubeSoulstice Magic, 13 Holy Nights & Neurogenic Qigong featuring Lara Day | YouTubeMemoirs of a Child Sex Slave: Quest For Love featuring Anneke Lucas | YoutubeResources Mentioned:Law of One | WebsiteBe Here Farm + Nature | WebsiteBeing Human Event | WebsiteBuddha in Redface by Eduardo Duran | BookTranscendent Sex by Jenny Wade | BookThe Red Lion by Maria Szepes | BookMutant Message Down Under by Marlo Morgan | Book or AudiobookClick here to enroll in the 2026 season of Being Human. Mention that you found the Being Human program through The Way Forward and receive a $300 discount.Find more from Edmund:Edmund Knighton | EmailClick here for Dark Room RetreatsFind more from Alec:Alec Zeck | InstagramAlec Zeck | XThe Way Forward | InstagramThe Way Forward is Sponsored By:Paleovalley is 100% Grass-Fed Bone Broth Protein is a nutrient-dense, easy-to-digest source of collagen and essential amino acids. Sourced from grass-fed cows, this protein powder provides the building blocks for healthy joints, skin, and gut function—without fillers or artificial ingredients. Support the show and claim 15% off your PaleoValley order!Designed for deep focus and well-being. 100% blue light and flicker free. For $50 off your Daylight Computer, use discount code: TWF50New Biology Clinic: Redefine Health from the Ground UpExperience tailored terrain-based health services with consults, livestreams, movement classes, and more. Visit www.NewBiologyClinic.com and use code THEWAYFORWARD (case sensitive) for $50 off activation. Members get the $150 fee waived

Today, Laura Howe speaks with Dr. Chris Adams, Executive Director of the Mental Health and the Church Initiative at Biola University's Rosemead School of Psychology. They dive into the essential practices of healthy caregiving within ministry, highlighting how care leaders can show up with empathy and wisdom without carrying the full emotional weight of others. Chris shares his personal journey from pastoral ministry to clinical psychology, offering practical insights on boundaries, supervision, and cultivating emotional and spiritual resilience in leadership. Quotes “I didn't have the skills to not carry people's pain.” – Chris Adams “I believe in equipping people to be the church—what it looks like to be the hands and feet of Jesus.” – Chris Adams “Our own woundedness can drive our ministry if we're not aware.” – Chris Adams “God is not glorified by burned-out leaders.” – Laura Howe “If you don't have a biblical understanding of boundaries, the need will drive your ministry.” – Chris Adams Resources Mercy Multiplied Boundaries by Cloud & Townsend Care Ministry Cohort Connect with Hope Made Strong Website: HopeMadeStrong.org Socials: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – YouTube

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In this episode, I chat with Melissa Monte. Melissa is the host of Mind Love™, a top-ranked podcast with over 5 million downloads. She's known for questioning everything—religion, government, culture—and guiding people back to the truth inside themselves.Her work blends neuroscience, storytelling, and spiritual sovereignty to help people rewire their minds, reclaim their voice, and live like they actually mean it. After surviving trauma, addiction, and a felony charge for someone else's crime, she rebuilt her life from the inside out. Now she helps others wake up, break patterns, and write stories that actually reflect who they are.Connect with Melissa:Website https://mindlove.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/mindlovemelissaTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mindlovemelissaWork with me—schedule a free 30-minute breakthrough consultation today. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not substitute individual psychological advice. No AI—all content and episodes created and written by Ashley Melillo. *This is an affiliate link. Purchasing through affiliate links supports The Soul Horizon at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

This week on The Zen Effect Show, Ep. 172…We're going deeper than “protect your peace” and stepping into the real work of energetic responsibility. I'm having a rich conversation with Shamanic healer Kady Morgan. We are discussing the truth that most people don't want to acknowledge.

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In this episode, Sam, Trey, and Robert talk about the violence that spiritual bypassing does to individuals and communities. To support the work that we do here and to join the conversation, please visit our Patreon: patreon.com/threeblackmen and if you'd like to support us financially outside of Patreon, you can do that via PayPal: threeblackmenpodcast@gmail.com

How people sometimes use meditation to avoid intimacy, and how to re-engage relationally while maintaining practice.Try our free video resource "The Main Signs of Attachment Disturbance " and learn how to identify core attachment disturbances, move beyond the challenges and live a truly meaningful life. Get it now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mettagroup.org/start-here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mettagroup was founded by George Haas in 2003 and named the ‘Best Online Buddhist Meditation' by Los Angeles Magazine in 2011, Mettagroup uses Vipassana, or Insight meditation, as a way to help students live a meaningful life. Drawing from 2500-year-old Buddhist teachings and John Bowlby's Attachment Theory, the Mettagroup techniques serve as a model of how to connect with other people, and how to be completely yourself in relationships with others and with work.More info at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mettagroup.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Send us a text✨ Grab Adriana's free Human Design 101 guide here!Welcome to another Car Caves episode with a real-time download from me to you!Important announcement: After this episode, I'll be moving all new Car Caves installments to the private Magnetic Rebellion podcast.If you've loved these intimate episodes, join us in The Magnetic Rebellion community to share your reflections on these transmissions, get support from like-minded women on their own spiritual journeys, and so much more!Today I'm sharing a little bit of my Mani Gen frustration with the idea that you can have a quick fix to get to your next level without doing the spiritual work.This comes from a lot of what I see in the Human Design community, but it's really everywhere.And spiritual bypassing is something I had to experience myself to realize it wasn't the answer.I personally used to not understand why I wasn't getting further faster.It wasn't until I could feel the grounded inner belief and acceptance in my body AND let go of my expectations on timing — something I talk about a lot here! — that things started to shift for me.So when it comes to finding your true purpose, success, whatever you're seeking:You don't get to skip the lessons you're here to learn on this journey.You can't intellectualize your way into magnetism / wealth / success.Your transformation comes from the fully authentic and healed you.Sure, information opens up your awareness to start moving in that direction, but there's no one system or tool or technique that's going to get you there.Listen in and let me know if this feels true for what you're going through right now! Join me for Co-Create, a monthly new moon circle for the spiritually curious! Sign up here The Magnetic Rebellion is my supportive, soul-seeking community that lets you explore the path of transformation aligned specifically to YOU. Join The Magnetic Rebellion! Work with me 1:1 in my Sacred Design private mentorship: Book a call here. Visit AdrianaKeefe.com to download your free Human Design bodygraph, book a chart reading, and more! Check out my YouTube channel for bonus chart readings and episodes! Connect with me on Instagram @adrikeefe I'm DYINGGG to get to know you better so I'd love for you to hang around: Subscribe, share, and review this episode!

In this solo episode, Darin reframes one of the most misunderstood forces in life — stress. Instead of seeing it as the enemy, he explores how stress is actually a messenger, guiding you back to alignment, safety, and awareness. Through science, spirituality, and lived experience, Darin breaks down how stress shows us where we're trying to control, where we're disconnected, and where our nervous system is calling for attention. He unpacks the layers of modern stress — from trauma and environment to community and purpose — and offers practical, embodied tools to restore calm, clarity, and resilience.     What You'll Learn 00:00:00 – Welcome to Super Life: Solutions for a Healthier Life and Better World 00:00:32 – Sponsor Spotlight: TheraSauna - Natural Healing Technologies (15% off with code Darrandai) 00:02:10 – The Super Life Podcast: Finding Contentment, Happiness, and Purpose 00:02:51 – Today's Topic: Stress - Reframing Stress as an Ally and Dashboard Light 00:04:54 – The "No Choice" Universe: Reconnecting to Infinite Possibilities 00:05:16 – The Reality of Stress: Statistics and the Impact of Chronic Stress 00:06:21 – Stress is Layered: Beyond a Single Cause, Addressing Chronic Stress 00:08:29 – Solutions for a Super Life: Safety over Calm and the Vagal Response 00:09:38 – The Inner Dialogue Layer: Trauma, Unconsciousness, and Spiritual Bypassing 00:11:47 – The Social Field Layer: Relationships, Community, and Finding Your Way Home 00:14:20 – Sponsor Spotlight: Bite Toothpaste - Sustainable, Non-Toxic Tabs (20% off with code Darin20) 00:16:35 – Creating Your Own Vision: Setting Boundaries with Media and Social Algorithms 00:17:29 – Finding Your Purpose: From Raising Children to Healing Injuries 00:18:35 – Environmental and Existential Stress Layers: Clutter, Noise, and Service 00:19:26 – Stress Load and Resiliency: Why Small Triggers Cause Blow-Ups 00:20:02 – Understanding the Dashboard Light: Acknowledging Unwillingness 00:20:35 – Safety as the Signal: Body Relaxation and Providing Inner Security 00:23:44 – Reframing Trauma: Was it the Protector You Needed at the Time? 00:25:00 – Releasing Trauma: Techniques, The Healing Code, and Waking the Tiger 00:26:06 – Finishing the Survival Response: Shaking, Crying, Screaming, and Stretching 00:26:38 – Stress as a Multiplier: Impact on Immune System, Heart, and Aging 00:28:10 – Stress Slows Repair: Inflammation, Cardiovascular Risk, and Cellular Aging 00:29:48 – The Integrative Approach: Changing Your Environments to Support Anti-Stress 00:30:07 – Actionable Stress Solutions: Circadian Rhythm, Nature, and Noise Reduction 00:30:44 – Actionable Stress Solutions: Gratitude, Conscious Breath, and Movement 00:31:32 – Energy Drains to Eliminate: Conflict, Clutter, Scrolling, and Late Caffeine 00:32:17 – Connecting to Greater Purpose: The Super Life Patreon Platform 00:32:54 – Morning/Night Questions: Letting Go, Creating, and Contributing 00:33:17 – Final Toolkit: Slow Breathing, Movement, Nature, Sauna, and Sleep 00:34:25 – The Invitation: Digging into all Layers of a Super Life on Patreon   Thank You to Our Sponsors Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. 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In the latest episode of Centering: The Asian American Christian Podcast, hosts Yulee Lee and Daniel Lee delve further into the challenging topic of toxic ministry. The conversation highlights the necessity of discernment in ministry, distinguishing between toxic and simply unhealthy environments. They introduce the concept of “spiritual bypassing,” where spiritual language and “Christianese” is used to avoid addressing real issues. Personal stories and examples from the Bible illustrate how authentic spiritual maturity involves embracing and processing one's emotions rather than bypassing them for a facade of spirituality. 00:00 Introduction to Toxic Ministry 00:48 Understanding the Distinction Between Toxic and Dysfunctional Ministries 05:41 The Role of Grace in Enabling Abuse 06:53 Personal Stories of Ministry Abuse 12:11 Spiritual Bypassing vs. Spiritual Maturity 20:07 The Confusion of Discernment 20:19 Daniel's Story on Anger 20:42 The Complexity of Anger in Christianity 22:48 Spiritual Bypassing and Its Dangers 24:01 The Importance of Authenticity in Faith 25:36 The Role of Psalms in Prayer 26:37 Challenges in Ministry and Spiritual Manipulation 28:35 Embracing a Broad Spirituality 30:09 Avoiding Spiritual Bypassing 36:25 The Need for Honest Struggle in Faith 39:05 Concluding Thoughts on Toxic Ministry Devotional Classics by Richard Foster https://www.harpercollins.com/products/devotional-classics-revised-edition-richard-j-foster?variant=32116217479202 Spiritual Bypassing by Robert Masters https://www.northatlanticbooks.com/shop/spiritual-bypassing/ Emotionally Healthy Church, Peter Scazzero Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, Peter Scazzero https://www.harpercollinschristian.com/author/369/peter-scazzero/ KPop Demon Hunters https://www.netflix.com/title/81498621 If you appreciate the work we do at the Asian American Center at Fuller Seminary, please consider supporting us! Your monetary support sustains our vital work and expands Asian American research, leadership development, and pastoral formation for the Church in the year ahead. Donate here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/lhJydg?vid=18eqio

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In this raw and savage episode, Kehla calls out one of the biggest traps spiritual entrepreneurs fall into — mistaking personal growth for business growth. After spending tens of thousands of dollars on coaching certifications herself, Kehla reveals how spiritual bypassing shows up as over-investing in self-development, chasing the dopamine hit of learning, and avoiding the real work of building a business.

Comparing your spiritual path to someone else's is crazy-making. And yet… most of us do it.  Daniell talks about how she's STILL recovering from spiritual bypassing and why  Because your path is your path. Your Soul isn't here to win a spiritual competition. It's here to love, to serve, to stumble, to practice. Over and over again.  In this episode: Why comparing your spiritual path to someone else's is self-punishment The many absurd (and enlightening) ways we measure our “devotion” How spiritual bypassing keeps us from real growth Why being full human is the real holy move Plus: a poem on devotion and daily enlightenment MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Danielle's book White Hot Truth: Clarity for Keeping it Real on Your Spiritual Path from One Seeker to Another GetHeartCentered.com—Download the FREE Astro + Events calendar and sync your plans with the planets Follow + Subscribe to With Love, Danielle on Substack for weekly essays + more Join the CENTERED Collective

This is episode 14 of INNER REVOLUTION - a podcast series where we walk through the fire of inner transformation and awakening together. The purpose of this series is to help you shed ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING that isn't a true reflection of Who You Really Are, so you can fully embody your Divinity, Light, and Sacred Mission. In this 14th installment, we'll discuss how we can use the spiritual path for genuine healing while avoiding spiritual bypassing.  Join me for this episode on: what is spiritual bypassing? with specific examples of how it might show up the dangers & pitfalls of using spirituality to try to numb, escape from, avoid, ignore, or bypass reality the dangers of looking too quickly for a "silver lining" in our human challenges and experiences integrating your spirituality into daily life in grounded, practical, tangible ways  setting clear intentions for HOW & WHY we use spiritual tools, practices, and concepts   ******* You're lovingly invited to join my email community and get access to my free Akashic Records Mini Course + weekly newsletter: https://josephinehardman.com/akashic-records-intro/ Explore the next round of my Akashic Records Certification Program: https://josephinehardman.com/work-with-me/akashic-records-certification-program/ Connect through my website: https://josephinehardman.com Thank you for being here, doing your inner work, and leading the way for others with your light. It makes a difference! Music & editing by G. Demers Inner Work 2025 All Rights Reserved.

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Whitney Goodman teams up with therapist Kate Gray (@codependencykate) to analyze a viral YouTube video from an estranged parent with over 1.2 million views. They break down common patterns of defensiveness, emotional neglect, and deflection that prevent reconciliation, offering insights for both estranged adult children and estranged parents on how these dynamics play out and what healthier approaches might look like. Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles. Have a question for Whitney? Record a voice memo on your phone and email it to whitney@callinghome.co or leave a voicemail to 866-225-5466 Join the Family Cyclebreakers Club⁠⁠ Follow Whitney on Instagram | sitwithwhit Follow Whitney on YouTube | @whitneygoodmanlmft ⁠⁠Order Whitney's book, Toxic Positivity⁠⁠ 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimers About Analyzing Real People 05:24 The Politics Defense and Minimizing the Daughter's Letter 13:53 Empty Gestures vs. Real Connection 26:45 The Birthday Martyrdom and Drama Triangle 34:06 Public Betrayal 42:43 Ghosting vs. Setting Boundaries 53:54 Spiritual Bypassing and Avoiding Real Accountability Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textSummary:Matilda Medium discusses the concept of spiritual bypassing in metaphysical work, emphasizing the importance of addressing unresolved trauma and emotions rather than avoiding them through spiritual practices. She highlights the dangers of bypassing for both practitioners and clients, advocating for a more integrated and compassionate approach to spirituality.Matilda also talks about criticism based on other peoples judgement and discussions regarding her input on the Assassination of CK.Matilda also discussed the weekly spiritual ability in depth for those wanting to catalogue different abilities.At the end of this episode Matilda talks about what she sees coming in globally over the coming weeks or months.Chapters:Introduction to Spiritual BypassingThe Impact of Bypassing on PractitionersBalancing Spirituality and PracticalityReview Rant :-) NSFWPredictions and moving forwardYouTUBE Licence AZE9OIW8PZJAFG3CMatilda's Links and Events WebsiteLearn to connect to your spirit guides workshopPatreon2026 Charts and Channeling Event with Laurie Rivers

Spirituality can be a powerful force for healing, but what happens when it becomes a mask for avoidance? In this conversation, our guest Ananta Ripa Ajmera explores the rising phenomenon of spiritual bypassing: using spiritual language to escape responsibility, dismiss effort as “divine timing,” or rationalize inaction as destiny.Ananta offers radical responsibility as the antidote: taking full ownership of our choices and recognizing that karma shapes every dimension of life. Drawing on Ayurveda and her own wisdom, she explains how true healing requires more than herbs and therapies; it demands selfless service, emotional honesty, and courage to face our inner wounds.Episode HighlightsSpiritual Bypassing and InactivityReal Meaning of Navratri Karma, Forgiveness, and ServiceBhagavat Gita and Krishna's LessonsThe Path of Radical ResponsibilityTimestamps00:00 – 09:45: Introduction and Spiritual Bypassing09:45 – 22:12: The Goddess Journey Through Chakras22:12 – 24:41: New Beginnings, Forgiveness, and Service24:42 – 31:44: The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita31:45 – 36:52: Friendship with the Self and the Power of Truth36:53 – 42:23: Conflict as Medicine and the Practice of Sthitaprajna42:23 – 51:57: The Path of Radical Responsibility51:57 – 01:01:12: The Essence of Spiritual HealingAbout Ananta Ripa Ajmera A spiritual teacher and 10-time award-winning, 2-time bestselling author of The Way of the Goddess and The Ayurveda Way. She is the co-founder and CEO of The Ancient Way. She empowers individuals and organizations through transformative programs. Rooted in 14+ years of oral lineage-based training across Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vedanta, her teachings guide you to heal intergenerational patterns.Book a Consultation with Dr. Vignesh DevrajIf you're interested in a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj, you can schedule your session through this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-ist For those facing financial difficulties, we offer limited free consultations. You may apply using the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform Balance the Mighty Vata – Online Course Now AvailableAyurveda's unique strength lies in its deep understanding of Vata—the dynamic force behind Prana (life energy), the nervous system, and our emotional well-being. Managing Vata is often considered the most challenging yet crucial part of healing.To help guide you through this, I've recorded a comprehensive workshop titled “Balancing the Mighty Vata”—featuring over 6 hours of in-depth content and practical guidance you can integrate into daily life.

Your faith does not require you to suppress your emotions. This episode discusses Dr. Anita Phillips's book, "The Garden Within." We talk about the connection between spiritual faith and mental health.In this discussion:- Dr. Phillips argues your heart is your center, not your mind. Your emotions should inform your thoughts.- The life of Jesus validates all human emotions. His miracles often followed moments of deep feeling.- "Spiritual bypassing" is using faith to avoid pain. We share how this book offers a path to healing.- This discussion helps you reconcile your faith with therapy and emotional wellness.Episode Guide:0:00 Intro: Are You at War With Your Feelings?2:15 First Impressions of "The Garden Within"5:30 The Emotions We Feel Are The Emotions Jesus Felt8:45 Your Heart, Not Your Mind, is the Center11:10 How I Was Bypassing My Emotional State14:02 Acknowledging and Sitting With Pain17:50 "Spiritual Bypassing" in the African Community21:12 How Dr. Phillips Combines Psychology and Scripture24:00 Jesus's Miracles and His Emotions27:30 Permission To Be a Person of Faith and Have Feelings32:10 Redefining Your Purpose36:40 The Challenge of Vulnerability41:15 Final Takeaway: Your Heart is Your Foundation45:00 One Question for Dr. Anita Phillips48:15 Our Next Book Club Read - "The One That Got Away" by Mike GayleWhat was your biggest takeaway from Dr. Anita Phillips's book, "The Garden Within."? Share it with us in the comments below!

There's a humility you carry like baggage, and it's slowly wearing you down. This week, Dr. Les Parrott and Judah Smith join me to dismantle the false humility that masquerades as godliness while laundering shame. Humility becomes self-hatred when vulnerability is avoided and spiritual high-mindedness is mistaken for healing. Layer on top the epidemic of spiritual bypassing—pretending everything is okay—and you get a reluctance to ever speak pain. We unpack why your job is not to heal publicly, how real accountability looks different than performance, and why refusing to stay in the box of pretense is the most subversive spiritual act you can commit. Whether you've preached from the platform or hidden behind faith walls, this episode cuts through your shame fortress and lights a path to emotional and spiritual freedom. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

What if the very beliefs you've carried your whole life are the source of your suffering? In this episode, Aaron Abke returns to share insights on the ego, breaking down its three core beliefs that keep us trapped in cycles of fear, lack, and control. He explains how our misunderstanding of the ego causes unnecessary suffering—and how, when seen clearly, the ego can actually be an ally on the path of awakening.Aaron guides us through the process of moving from compulsivity to consciousness, releasing the illusion of lack, and embracing a deeper abundance that is not dependent on external circumstances.Momentous Creatine - Use Code KNOWTHYSELF for Up to 35% Offhttps://www.livemomentous.comTry Pique Life tea and save 20% for life & get a free frother:https://www.piquelife.com/KnowThyselfAndrés Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________0:00 Intro1:35 What Ego is & How It's Misunderstood5:12 How Aaron Woke Up To His Ego10:01 Why Ego is Actually Essential & Useful in Moderation16:44 Spiritual Bypassing & Misconceptions of Nonduality26:33 Balancing Individuation with Integration33:59 Reality of Oneness & Inter-Being38:09 The 3 Beliefs of the Ego that Keep us Trapped44:23 Ad: Momentous Creatine45:29 Overcoming Lack and Embracing Abundance Mindset1:05:16 Ad: Pique Life1:06:30 Practical Steps to Transcending Lack in Real Time1:25:50 The Opportunity Hidden in Challenges1:35:52 Processing Intense Negative Emotions1:42:04 Go From Compulsivity to Consciousness1:46:26 Summary of 3 Steps to Emotional Freedom1:49:41 Outcome Happiness: How to Find Inner Joy that Doesn't Go Away1:54:15 Releasing Control & Surrendering to Life2:09:49 Growing Through Romantic Relationships 2:17:13 Finding Our Unique Purpose2:25:00 Conclusion ___________Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/aaronabke/New Book: https://a.co/d/8F82w5thttps://www.youtube.com/@AaronAbkehttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com

A conversation about singlehood, self-worth, and the spiritual journey of opening yourself up to receive G-d's blessings. Jackie, a former psychologist turned global dating mentor, shares powerful insights about faith and personal identity, her story of finding her soulmate at 44, having a baby at 50, and the profound inner work she experienced during that time.To contact Jackie or learn more about her courses, you can find her at jackieglaser.com or find Jackie on Instagram: datingbyjackieg EPISODE SPONSOR:This episode is sponsored by Tov Bookkeeping, founded by Tova Munitz. Message @TovaBookkeeping on instagram or Whatsapp 323-770-9356 to book a free 20 minute consultation. * * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.* * * * * * *TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction & The Power of Inner Shifts01:25 - Meet Jackie Glaser: Psychologist Turned Dating Coach04:00 - Helping Others Dissolve Inner Blockages06:00 - Single by Design, Not by Punishment08:15 - Jackie's Journey11:00 - 14 Years of Waiting: Wrestling with Hashem13:30 - The Myth of "Not Being Whole Enough" for Marriage16:00 - Soulmates, Timing & Hashem's Bigger Plan18:10 - Crushed to Create: The Olive Oil Analogy20:00 - Spiritual Bypassing vs. Real Inner Work23:00 - Mirror Moments: Patterns That Reveal Our Growth Areas26:15 - How Self-Worth Impacts Dating & Relationships28:30 - Building Self-Trust through Somatic & Emotional Work32:00 - Dissolving Fear & Receiving Blessings35:00 - How We Project Internal Beliefs onto Others38:00 - Rejection, Self-Worth & Emotional Resilience41:00 - Our Flaws Are Filters, Not Failures44:00 - Shadchanim, Boundaries & Trusting Hashem47:00 - True Bitachon: Trusting Hashem in Action49:30 - Real Life Example: Surgery, Fear & Hashem's Protection53:00 - The Role of Anxiety as a Spiritual Opportunity56:00 - Loneliness, Desperation & How to Nurture Ourselves59:00 - Healthy Yearning vs. Desperation in Dating01:02:00 - Who You Marry Reflects Where You're At01:04:00 - Manifesting, Misconceptions & Hashem's Role01:06:30 - How to Support Single Friends with Sensitivity