The ikario Podcast: human thriving in the modern world sex, death & money - growth happens in the shadows
Sep 22, 2025
Dive into the shadows of sex, death, and money to uncover profound personal growth. The discussion reveals how cultural pressures create inner turmoil around these topics. From battling sexual shame and addiction to confronting mortality, listeners are guided through transformative experiences. Financial relationships are redefined, highlighting gratitude and mindful spending. With practical steps offered, the journey encourages facing fears directly where the most growth is found, offering a pathway to deeper healing and self-awareness.
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Shadow Triad Shapes Much Suffering
- Sex, death, and money live in cultural shadows yet shape much of our suffering.
- Confronting those shadows yields rapid, ripple-effect personal transformation.
Culture Both Worships And Shames Sex
- Our culture simultaneously sexualizes and shames desire, creating a conflicted relationship.
- This contradiction fuels industries and personal shame around attractiveness and sexuality.
Money Is Worshiped And Resented
- We worship money yet also resent and scapegoat the wealthy, creating cognitive dissonance.
- That tension makes many people ashamed to seek or charge fair prices.
