Soul Boom Finding God in a Panic Attack w/ Victoria Hutchins
Aug 7, 2025
Victoria Hutchins, a former lawyer turned poet and yoga teacher, shares her journey of religious deconstruction and finding joy in everyday life. She discusses overcoming anxiety and burnout through the transformative power of poetry and yoga. Victoria reads her poignant poems and reflects on the interplay of pain and joy, exploring how social media has shaped modern spirituality. She emphasizes the importance of childlike wonder and small joys while navigating a spiritual crisis, revealing insights on faith and personal growth.
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Welcome to the World Poem
- Victoria hitchhiked through the pain and joys of life in her poem "Welcome to the World."
- She candidly depicts childhood hurts and the precious, fleeting moments that make life worth it.
Panic Attack Changed Career
- Victoria had a panic attack during a conference call that changed her life path.
- It was a wake-up call leading her to leave a demanding law firm for a more balanced legal role, then full-time creativity.
Escaping Faith Crisis Binary
- The faith crisis involved a stark choice between eternal punishment or existential nihilism.
- Victoria navigated out of this false binary by choosing to seek hope and belief despite uncertainties.
