Almost Awakened

Celtic Spirituality is not a church. It was never formed into a unified institution. So what is it? And how can learning about it help people dispossessed of their early religious formation continue to explore their spirituality? How does this tradition of “Insular Christianity” originating in the British Isles survive without a formal religious structure? This and more is what we hope to discover in a conversation with Father Scott Jenkins. Scott holds a Master of Divinity and is a trained pastor, chaplain, and spiritual director who has served in religious, spiritual, and service communities for nearly 40 years. He is the Creative Director of Celtic Way in Denver, which according to their website is “a collaboration of people moved to bring a fresh vision to the spiritual life by nurturing a vibrant, evolving and sustainable life with God in nature. RESOURCES: John O’Donohue — The Inner Landscape of Beauty https://www.stitcher.com/show/crossing-over-podcast/episode/celtic-christianity-with-father-scott-jenkins-48987580

Delve into the intricate relationship between mysticism, religion, societal control, and progress in this thought-provoking podcast episode. Explore how mysticism, the pursuit of direct spiritual experience, weaves through diverse religious traditions, fostering inner transformation and unity with the divine. Uncover the “wounded healer” archetype, where personal suffering becomes a wellspring of wisdom, guiding others on their spiritual journeys. Discover the common themes linking esoteric practices across religions, from hidden knowledge to sacred symbolism. Investigate how esoterica can be both a source of empowerment and a means of reinforcing authority. Journey through history to understand how religion has been harnessed to shape societies, offering moral frameworks, social cohesion, and educational platforms. Examine its dual role in promoting progress while sometimes stifling scientific exploration. Navigate the intricate dance between religion’s capacity to inspire charitable acts and its potential to divide due to differing beliefs. Grasp the ways religion has molded cultures and traditions, fostering a sense of identity and belonging. Ultimately, this podcast illuminates how religion and mysticism, as forces of control and catalysts for advancement, coalesce in a complex tapestry that continues to shape human society in diverse and profound ways.

In this podcast, we present six beautifully crafted parables, each designed to illuminate the significance of values and perspectives in resolving conflicts. Through these timeless tales, we celebrate the art of taking a tie – whether through compromise, agreeing to disagree, or fostering room for understanding. Join us on this insightful voyage as we reflect on the significance of values and perspectives in resolving conflicts, and how taking a tie can lead to profound understanding and unity. Let these enchanting parables inspire you to navigate life’s challenges with empathy, respect, and an open heart. Tune in to “Values, Perspectives, & Taking The Tie” for an enriching podcast experience that will leave you enlightened and motivated to embrace the beauty of diversity and harmony.

In this thought-provoking episode of The Almost Awakened Podcast, we courageously delve into the heart of some of the most contentious and divisive topics of our time. Guided by a commitment to open-mindedness, empathy, and enlightenment, we embark on a journey to explore the complexities of highly controversial conversation topic such as euthanasia, security vs. privacy, individualism vs. tribalism, self-reliance, and systemic issues such as racism. In this episode, we challenge each other and our listeners to engage in uncomfortable conversations, recognizing that true growth and understanding often arise from the friction of opposing ideas. Join us for this unmissable episode of The Almost Awakened Podcast as we push boundaries, illuminate perspectives, and together take bold steps toward a world that embraces the full spectrum of human experience. Remember, it is only through grappling with our controversies that we truly awaken to our shared humanity.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Unveiling the Layers of the Self: AA: 160 In this follow-up episode, we delve back into the Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, a groundbreaking modality that seeks to understand and heal the multiple facets of our inner selves. Jana ( and Bill are rejoined by Cory Reese (a professional therapist who utilizes IFS) together with experienced IFS practitioner Katrina Appiah, explore the core concepts of IFS, such as parts, self, and the role of the therapist. Listeners will gain valuable insights into how IFS can uncover and heal the layers of the self, leading to increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and personal growth. Stay tuned as we embark on a transformative journey through the intricate world of internal family systems. RESOURCES: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/katrina-m-appiah-bountiful-ut/252906 https://ifs-institute.com/practitioners/all/98183 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/cory-reese-saint-george-ut/912763 https://www.brightwaytherapy.com/

In this Episode of Almost Awakened we take a look at Integral theory also known as Spiral Dynamics, a cognivitive development model made famous by Ken Wilber. We take a look a Introductory Look at this the through the lens of its facets of stages, states, lines of development, Types, and Quadrants RESOURCES: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2164956120952733 https://spiraldynamicsintegral.nl/en/about-sdi/integral-theory/ https://integraleuropeanconference.com/integral-theory/ https://spiraldynamicsintegral.nl/en/about-sdi/integral-theory/ https://www.dailyevolver.com/theory/ https://integrallife.com/what-is-integral-approach/ https://www.audible.com/pd/Kosmic-Consciousness-Audiobook/B00JJS1LG6 https://www.soundstrue.com/products/kosmic-consciousness Image on Cover is a visual model of the Spiral Dynamics

Today on the Almost Awakened Podcast Bill sits down with Licensed Professional Counselor and Author Sarah Westbrook to discuss the intersection of Psychedelics & Spirituality within therapy. RESOURCES: daisygirlcommunications.com https://unpackingmormonism.blogspot.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/raisingcrazy/ Sarah’s Email – daisygirlcommunications@gmail.com

While being kind and thoughtful others are traits that are correlated with thriving relationships, when they dominate to the detriment of our own needs, wants, and feelings, relationships can suffer. Bill and Jana will be joined by seasoned coach, Sara Fisk, host of The Ex-Good Girl podcast, to explore how people pleasing shows up and how it damages connection to others and also to ourselves and what we can do about it. This and more on this week’s episode of Almost Awakened – https://almostawakened.org/ RESOURCES: The Ex-Good Girl Podcast on Apple Podcasts Sara Fisk Life Coach

One of the big modalities currently in therapeutic practices is “Internal Family Systems” or “IFS” and the idea that the core you can learn to communicate with the parts that protect you and the parts of that have been exiled due to shame and fear.  IFS is showing itself to be a deeply productive way to do inner work and today Bill is joined by LCSW Cory Reese and they set the ground work for what IFS is and how it works.  The plan is to follow-up with another episode that models IFS conversations where one talks to their parts and our hope is that we can prompt you to get curious about this therapeutic modality and to learn more. RESOURCES: Finding an IFS therapist – https://ifs-institute.com/practitioners Cory Reese’s practice in Southern Utah – https://www.brightwaytherapy.com/ The book “No Bad Parts” – https://www.amazon.com/No-Bad-Parts-Restoring-Wholeness/dp/1683646681 IFS Institute – https://ifs-institute.com/about-us/richard-c-schwartz-phdThe Multiplicity of the Mind: Dr. Richard Schwartz On A Systems Approach to Healing the Self – https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-rich-roll-podcast/episode/the-multiplicity-of-the-mind-dr-richard-schwartz-on-a-systems-approach-to-healing-the-self-304374502IFS Podcast Conversation – https://gabbybernstein.com/podcast/ifs-therapy-changed-my-life/

Bill Reel and Gabe go for round 2 of looking at the nature of reality. They look at various models of seeing the world, check in on Modern Science such as Quantum Physics, and share insights from their own learning and experience to investigate if the world we all believe we are seeing is in fact reality.