Best Brittney Hartley Podcasts (2024)

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Secular Spirituality - Brittney Hartley 53:06

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Brittney Hartley is an author, secular spiritual counselor, and self described Nihilism survivor. She was raised in a strong Mormon community in Idaho and was a history teacher and mother when she began questioning her faith. This led her to graduate study in theology and eventually a life today as a meditation teacher and spiritual counselor for p…

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342 – Brittney Hartley – we Seem to be Bad at This

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Brittney Hartley is an Atheist Spiritual Director, Author of No Nonsense Spirituality, and has a Masters Degree in Theology with a focus on the Future of American Religion. https://nononsensespirituality.com/ Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward, Apparent Faith…

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God and Money - Tom Levinson 46:05

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Tom Levinson is one of the most multifaceted people we know. A former lawyer and divinity student, he is the author of ALL THAT’S HOLY: A Young Guy, an Old Car, and the search for God in America. Tom is co-founder of LK Advisors, LLC, which provides families with help navigating the complexities of life with money. He is also cohost of Money, Meet …

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347 – Marla Taviano – I am Committed to your Wholeness

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Marla Taviano (she/her/hers) is into: books, love, justice, globes, anti-racism, blue, gray, rainbows, poems (and a hundred other things). Reads and writes for a living (and a life). Mom to some freaking awesome kids. Wears her heart on her t-shirts. On a mission/ quest/ journey to live wholefarted (not a typo). (Big fan of parenthesis-and em dashe…

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346 – Sheri Pallas – Only Connect

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My PhD is in Comparative Religion. I focus on dispelling the hate and exclusivity caused by religion, addressing the misinformation, and healing religious trauma. The “Religious Right” is very wrong. My upcoming book, “We Have Ruined God: My Journey Out of Religion and Into Unconditional Love” addresses the patriarchal deception and agenda-driven d…

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345 – Chris Morehouse – Wisdom of African Traditions

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Chris Morehouse holds a Master’s in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh, where he focused on economic and social development in Africa. He has long admired the way that African proverbs encapsulate profound wisdom in vivid ways. A legacy for all, African proverbs often accord with Judeo-Christian teachings. He serves …

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082: From Law to Life Force: Kirsten Stockton's Journey into Reiki and Intuition 1:02:18

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In this enlightening episode, Lauren and Rashida chat with Kirsten Stockton, a certified intuitive and Reiki master. Kirsten shares her transformative journey from being a trial attorney to embracing energy work and intuitive coaching. She highlights the significance of self-reflection and reconnecting with oneself to understand personal purpose an…

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Creating A Fulfilling Romantic Relationship [Almost Awakened 182] 40:02

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In this episode of Almost Awakened, Bill shares his two month dive into relationship research. From John & Julie Gottman to Jordan Peterson RESOURCES: https://youtu.be/mS3bfCt0K88?si=qi-wdEVuZVHDJ0_p https://youtu.be/E5swtIjpxxA?si=jpBWf28DfDMZbjtb https://youtu.be/PQo8hFqfe9A?si=46f4K_7rRlvVfgXi https://youtu.be/Qv70RMUFlu0?si=lqBYi7z256AW7ME9 htt…

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344 – Tiffany Yecke Brooks – Holy Ghosted

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Are you questioning the church of your upbringing but want to maintain your faith? Do you want to cut ties with your denomination, but fear abandonment by God? Are you struggling with spiritual anxiety—fear of hell, obsessive religious ritual, or feelings of never measuring up? Tiffany Yecke Brooks first explored reconstructing faith in Gaslighted …

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343 – Christa Brown – You Matter

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Christa Brown has been described as “the public face” of Baptist clergy sex abuse survivors. She talks openly about the minister who molested and raped her when she was a kid. She wrote about her experience in her book, Baptistland: A Memoir of Abuse, Betrayal, and Transformation. She was the first Baptist clergy sex abuse survivor to directly addr…

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081: July Oracle: Patriotism, Balance, and Positive Change 26:47

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Hey Besties! In this episode we share our plans for the 4th of July and dive into a thoughtful reflection on patriotism. We explore the importance of balance in the collaborative process, emphasizing the need for a harmonious exchange of giving and receiving. Our conversation also touches on broader themes of liberation, societal ethics, and the po…

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341 – Karl & Laura – Pride Month Wrap-up

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Pride month finale’. https://thedesertsanctuary.org/treasure-trove/ Karl Forehand is a former pastor, podcaster, and award-winning author. His books include Out into the Desert, Leaning Forward, Apparent Faith: What Fatherhood Taught Me About the Father’s Heart, The Tea Shop and Being: A Journey Toward Presence and Authenticity. He is the creator o…

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Parenting in the Desert – Part 2 of 2

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Parenting in the Desert – Part 2 (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Laura Validating Our Child’s Emotions I started teaching later in life, but I have refined my classroom management skills, so I always feel like I am in control and moving towards valuable objectives. I teach second grad…

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080: Cultivating Loving-Kindness: Kuan Yin's Teachings on Mercy and Self-Compassion 28:22

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Hey Besties! In this heartfelt conversation, Lauren and Rashida delve into the inspiring qualities of the goddess Quan Yin, known for her boundless compassion and mercy. They explore the importance of self-love and the transformative power of choosing compassion over suffering. Discussing how to balance positivity with the acknowledgment and proces…

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Parenting in the Desert – Part 1 of 2 – Karl

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Parenting in the Desert – Part 1 (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Karl Parenting is a daunting endeavor. I always felt like it was the most monumental task I ever attempted, yet I had the least training of anything else. There were classes and books available, but they were all over th…

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340 – Susan and Rob Cottrell – Upstander or Bystander

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SUSAN COTTRELL is an international speaker whose TEDx talk has 1.6 million views. OutSmart magazine called her “The Mother of All MamaBears.” The Advocate dubbed her “our favorite affirming matriarch.” She is a prominent voice for the LGBTQ community and their faith parents who has been featured on ABC’s 20/20, Nightline and Good Morning America, o…

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079: Summer Solstice & Freya: Symbolism, Rituals, and Embracing Change 23:03

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In this vibrant episode of Your Spiritual Besties Podcast, Lauren and Rashida celebrate the summer solstice and delve into its rich symbolism and significance. They share their love for the summer season, discussing how the summer solstice, as the longest day of the year, marks the beginning of summer and symbolizes the peak of light and energy. Th…

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Thriving Outside Religion

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Thriving Outside Religion (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) I went to church for most of my life. Much of that was in conservative, evangelical congregations. There were some positive aspects of being in a community with loving people. But I also understand that there are deep, systemic problems with religious organizati…

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339 – Derek Webb – Kindness Is More Important Than Rightness

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A 30 year music industry veteran, Derek Webb has sold millions of albums while ruffling political & spiritual feathers alike as both a solo artist and a founding member of Texas-based folk/rock band Caedmon’s Call. https://www.derekwebb.com/By Karl Forehand

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The Living Dying Project - Dale Borglum 40:14

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Dale Borglum is the founder and Executive Director of A Living/Dying Project. He is a pioneer in the conscious dying movement and has worked directly with thousands of people with life-threatening illness and their families for over 30 years. In 1981, Dale founded the first residential facility for people who wished to die consciously in the United…

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Darkness and Shadow – Part 2 of 2 – Laura

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Darkness and Shadow – Part 2 (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th)) Listen to Audio – AI-Generated Laura Leaving organized religion has opened many opportunities to heal that were not encouraged inside the church. Do not get me wrong, when I was hurting inside the church, people offered some ideas to help relieve my sufferin…

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078: Balancing Your Heart Chakra: Practices for Love and Compassion 31:50

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In this heartwarming episode of Your Spiritual Besties Podcast, we dive into the ways one can bring balance and energy to the heart chakra, especially when we're feeling off or in a funk. We explore a variety of nurturing practices such as giving and receiving hugs, using essential oils and flowers, spending time with animals, reaching out to loved…

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338 – Flamy Grant – Make Space to Celebrate

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Award-winning and Billboard-charting artist Flamy Grant is a shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen from Asheville, North Carolina. Her 2022 debut record, Bible Belt Baby, reached the #1 spot on the iTunes Christian Charts (the first drag performer to achieve this feat), was nominated for Best Pop Album at the San Diego Music Aw…

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The Foreign Agent - Sam Patten 52:15

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Sam Patten is a political consultant who spent the first half of his career promoting democracy and advising political campaigns in Asia, Africa, and Eastern Europe. He gained notoriety in 2018 when he became the target of the Muller Investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 campaign, due largely to his connection with Konstantine Kilimin…

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Going Inside & Trusting Myself – Part 2 of 2 – Laura

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Going Inside & Trusting Myself (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th)) Listen to Audio – AI-Generated Laura There are two reasons that my portion of this chapter may not be exceptionally long: 1) I said most of what I wanted to say on the topic of this chapter in the last chapter, and 2) Karl did a respectable job of explaini…

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Being and Becoming – Part 2 – Laura

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Being and Becoming – Part 2 From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Laura IMPOSTER SYNDROME!! Sitting down to write this chapter seems to be more challenging than the rest. Karl and I have been going back and forth discussing my feelings on “being and becoming.” I think my writer’s block is du…

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077: Pitfalls of New Age Spirituality with Brittney Hartley 1:02:31

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In this episode of Your Spiritual Besties Podcast, we are joined by the incredible Brittney Hartley, a Spiritual Director specializing in nihilism recovery, faith deconstruction, and secular spirituality. Brittney shares her journey of deconstructing from Mormonism and Christianity to find her own path in spirituality. She emphasizes the profound i…

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Going Inside & Trusting Myself – Part 1 of 2 – Karl

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Going Inside & Trusting Myself (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th)) Listen to Audio – AI-Generated Karl For most of my life, religion told me not to trust myself, especially my feelings. We were taught what to believe based on the accepted belief systems and encouraged to trust that we were correct even when it did not fee…

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337 – Rick Gregory

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Rick Gregory is a former pastor turned spiritual life coach after experiencing a spiritual awakening. Through battling years of active alcoholism and undergoing a process of religious deconstruction, Rick has arrived at a profound realization: that the essence of truth, power, and the Kingdom of God—by whatever name one chooses to call God—resides …

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Why Trump is in Our Deconstruction Stories

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Why Trump is in Our Deconstruction Stories by license from freepik.com Listen to this blog – AI-Generated In the 2016 election, I couldn’t vote for either candidate, Hillary or Trump. So, I voted for the third party, and I can’t even remember his name. I was following my convictions that there had to be a better person to be the leader of our count…

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Being and Becoming – Part 2 of 2 – Laura

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Being and Becoming – Part 2 (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Laura IMPOSTER SYNDROME!! Sitting down to write this chapter seems to be more challenging than the rest. Karl and I have been going back and forth discussing my feelings on “being and becoming.” I think my writer’s block is d…

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076: June Oracle Reading: Embracing Stillness and Gratitude 26:37

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Welcome back to Your Spiritual Besties Podcast! In today's episode, we are thrilled to share our excitement for the upcoming summer season and discuss the importance of self-care during this vibrant time. Through our oracle card readings we explore the powerful concepts of stillness and gratitude as essential practices for optimal health and well-b…

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336 – What is Trauma?

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This week we decided to have a vulnerable conversation about a chapter in our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. We are not licensed therapists, so we rely a lot on the experts. I sometimes say, “Do your research and consult a professional.” Somatic therapies are a helpful tool to help us take control of our healing and make progress on our …

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Being and Becoming – Part 1 of 2 – Karl

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Being and Becoming – Part 1 (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Karl I started recycling about three years ago. It always seemed like a promising idea. One company I worked for recycles about 95% of its material. They have obviously done it for years and have become very proficient at it.…

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The Neuroscience of Well Being - Camilla Nord 54:38

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Camilla Nord is fellow and director of Studies in Psychological and Behavioral Sciences at Cambridge University. Her research tries to bridge the gap between neuroscience and treatments for mental health disorders, She is also the author of a new book called The Balanced Brain: The Science of Mental Health. Support the Show.…

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A Plan for Us

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(From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Karl As a former pastor, I remember the faces of people visiting for the first time. They were always more attentive than the other members. They were more hesitant to be demonstrative, but they looked hopeful in a cautious way. This always made me opti…

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075: Embodying Lakshmi: Cultivating Abundance Beyond Wealth 34:27

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Welcome back to Your Spiritual Besties Podcast! In today's episode, we dive into the divine energy of the goddess Lakshmi and her multifaceted aspects of abundance. We explore how abundance goes beyond money, touching on love, purpose, and self-knowledge. Our conversation highlights the importance of hard work and perseverance in creating a life of…

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Listening

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Listening (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI-Generated Several years ago, we started a group called The Desert Sanctuary. We wanted it to be a home for spiritual nomads questioning their faith, struggling with their spirituality, or taking a break from organized religion. Eventually, it also inclu…

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334 – Blondes and Boos

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Blondes and Boos started in 2020 with Krista Tweedy and Erin Eck during the Covid lock down. We added Brandi Butcher to the mix in September of 2022. We are friends on the outside of the shows, and get together when we can. We are all based out of Missouri. Erin has recently stepped out to spend more time with her family. We are friends who love to…

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Episode 329 – Ghost Hunters Come to Our House

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Carmen and Loren of Night Owls Paranormal #2 visited our home Saturday night and conducted an investigation of our house. It’s a little frightening to be vulnerable like that because we believe the narratives that we are “opening ourselves up to something…” But we decided that we wanted to know for sure, so we invited them in for an evening of fun.…

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Special – The Lighter Side of the Desert – Man vs Bear & Mega Pastors vs Mental Health

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This is a special episode that we want to do about once or twice a month. It is with my son, Jordan, who we used to call J.D. My middle name is Joseph and they used to call me Joey. I hope you will enjoy this episode! This episode covers the latest viral social media frenzy about whether women would prefer to face a bear or a man in the woods. But,…

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In Search of a Grown-up

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In Search of a Grown-up Audio version of this blog! AI Generated In real life, I’m a fairly low-key, go-with-the-flow person who occasionally gets emotional about something. When I feel like someone has to say something, I say it quite strongly. Those who know me know that I’m soft-hearted but also occasionally come out swinging when I notice injus…

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074: Ignite Your Inner Fire: Empowering Confidence with Your Spiritual Besties 48:20

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Hey Lovely Souls, Welcome back to Your Spiritual Besties Podcast! Today, we are diving deep into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: feeling stuck in a funk and we look at it from the lens of the solar plexus chakra. We explore the various factors that can contribute to this state of being, from external circumstances to internal existe…

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333 – Kiersten Hathcock – Little Voices 2

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(From her website) To most who know me, I’m a Shark Tank-winning, self-taught carpenter & furniture designer who built an internationally-known kids’ furniture company out of my LA garage. What many don’t know; however, is that I’m also an ordinary, science-minded mom of two who was thrown into extraordinary circumstances at the age of 36 when I su…

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The Four Existential Concerns

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The Four Existential Concerns (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Audio version of this blog! AI Generated Healing religious trauma and embarking on a journey of discovery can be terrifying! Many assumptions about the dangers of setting out on our own exist, but there are also the very real fears that all of us have. For s…

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073: Exploring Microdosing and Spirituality with Leslie Draffin 1:07:30

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Welcome back to Your Spiritual Besties Podcast! In today's episode, we share our personal experiences with learning Spanish and introduce our special guest, Leslie Draffin, a somatic psychedelic guide. Leslie takes us on a journey from her previous career as a news anchor to her current role as a guide and coach in the field of psychedelics. Togeth…

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332 – Paul Anthony – The Paranormal Among Us

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I have a degree in broadcasting from Webster University here in STL. I had to give it up for family reasons but have recently been getting back into it. Been doing podcasts for almost 5 years now. It started with a fitness show called Shed It and several sports shows called St Louis Sports Scene and St. Louis High School Sports Scene. I did a gener…

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What is Trauma?

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What is Trauma? (From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th) Listen to this blog – AI Generated When I first started to learn about trauma, it wasn’t very clear to me. We didn’t talk about trauma; we talked about sin. We certainly believed that there were things in life that were traumatic. Still, we ignored all the symptoms that a…

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The Gender Dysphoria & Transgender Debate: A Foundation Conversation [Almost Awakened: 181] 3:10:41

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Join Bill Reel and Jon Streeter in a thought-provoking conversation that delves deep into the complexities of the Gender Dysphoria & Transgender Debate. In this YouTube video, these two articulate voices engage in a nuanced exploration that transcends the surface-level discourse often seen in mainstream media. At the heart of their discussion lies …

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It’s Going to be Okay

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(From our new book, Evolving From Religious Trauma. June 4th)) Listen to Audio – AI Generated So, here we are, out in the Desert! That’s what we call it when people start asking questions, challenging their long-held beliefs, and evaluating the worldview they inherited. We call it The Desert because that’s what it feels like. It can be lonely and d…

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