This week, we talk about the darker side of religious practices, exploring emotional, psychological, and even financial abuses that can occur in religious contexts. Join us as we discuss the process of deconstruction, the path to recovery, and the importance of a safe healing space. Whether you've faced religious trauma or are keen on understanding this uncharted area, this episode is a key resource. This week, we invite counselor, teacher, researcher, and podcaster Paula Swindle to discuss the sensitive subject of religious trauma or when spirituality is weaponized instead of used as a healin ..read more

Dive into an enlightening journey of self-discovery with our special guest, Michael McGinnis. Embark on a captivating exploration of spirituality and personal development as Michael narrates his authentic journey that culminated in the creation of his transformative trilogy, "The Essential Revolution." Experience how this profound journey transcends the individual, sparking a global awakening. In an age of division and chaos, McGinnis addresses the integral role of personal awakening in navigating our world. He unveils the potent impact of perspective and the liberating power of forgiveness in ..read more

Journey into the intriguing realm of psychedelic therapy. This week, we welcome Anne Metz, a groundbreaking psychedelic therapist, as we delve into the unexplored depths of mind-altering substances and their potential in treating mental health conditions. Discover the journey that led Anne to this revolutionary field, influenced by the insightful work of author Michael Pollan. Together, Jessica and Anne explore the nuances of psychedelics and how they stand apart from conventional drugs, shedding light on their resurgence as a novel solution to mental health problems. Addressing pressing issue ..read more

In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we discuss The Five Love Languages and how our guest made a new tool to make this framework accessible to everyone - all ages and all backgrounds. 00:00 Guest Quote 00:22 Opening Music 01:18 Greeting, Episode Summary, & Guest Intro 03:57 Meeting Our Guest, Paul Zolman 04:11 Paul's Personal Journey and Challenges 08:38 Creating a Game to Learn the Five Love Languages 11:09 The Role of Love Dice: A New Approach 14:11 Impact and Success Stories 18:14 The Potential for Societal Change 21:40 Recap 24:28 Closing Music About our guest: Paul Zolman is the ..read more

If you've been following me for a while, you know that I'm a bit of a skeptic when it comes to all the talk about manifestation, vibration, Law of Attraction, and all that jazz. I'm aware of what I do and what I focus on, and I see where I'm at in life. I'll admit I'm very fortunate. I also see the amount of work others are doing and how they struggle, and I have a hard time believing that their struggles are because they aren't trying hard enough or because they aren't thinking the right thoughts. It's hard to reconcile the simplistic messages around manifestation with the systems and structu ..read more

In this enlightening conversation, we chat with Rajeshwari Rai, a certified Reiki Master Teacher. Rajeshwari shares her journey of seeking spiritual practices and her move towards self-reliance in connecting to Divine Source. She discusses the importance of embodiment, focusing on the physical world, and our senses. Rajeshwari also talks about the different types of Reiki, including Usui Reiki, Karuna Ki Reiki, Money Reiki, Dragon Reiki, and Soulmate Reiki, highlighting how they can help people process old patterns, and challenges such as grief and pain. The conversation explores the concept o ..read more

In this transformative episode, we delve deep into the energy type AND energy system known as "Reiki" with none other than Debi Barr, a Reiki Master from Northern Ireland. Debi's going to share her powerful healing story, which showcases how Reiki can transform lives. She's also going to share some pretty profound insights on the essence of Reiki. We're also going to talk about some hot-button topics that tend to pop up on social media and forums - the Westernization of this practice after World War II, and the mish-mashing in of frameworks from other cultures, which again seems to be a Wester ..read more

The tradition of New Years' resolutions has been around for almost four thousand years, and each year millions of people make resolutions in the spirit of self-improvement or to break free from bad habits. But are New Years' resolutions effective? What does establishing these resolutions say about our society and ourselves? Today's episode explores the good, bad, and ugly of making New Year's resolutions. We'll look at the history of these traditions, review some exciting statistics about new years' resolutions, and explore the downsides of making such resolutions. We'll also teach you how to ..read more

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Spiritual bypassing is one of those hot-button topics in online spaces. Yet, like many nuanced things brought up on the Internet, it's definition is often left vague. For instance - setting limits on what you let into your life is okay, encouraged even. On the flip side, going full-on "good vibes only" is seen as spiritual bypassing. Resilience is lauded as a sign that we're able to manage the change around us, while also being criticized as a buzzword to cover up the seemingly systemic struggles that some believe we shouldn't be facing. Where do we draw the line on what's okay versus not-okay ..read more