7 Ways to Awaken to Your True Nature
Narrated by Mateo Sol and written by Aletheia Luna. Read the original article on True Nature.
Why We Use Addiction as a Substitute For Wholeness
At some point in life, we all become addicts. While that might sound like a bold statement, the reality is that addiction is rooted in our human nature – it’s part of the ‘package deal’ of having an ego! In this video, we explore what addiction has to do with the spiritual awakening process. Contents …
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The Spiritual Fundamentalist: Do You Have One Inside?
Are you a spiritual seeker? Chances are that you have a hidden tyrant within you known as the Spiritual Fundamentalist. Just like a religious fundamentalist who clings to the rigid notion that their belief is the “one true irrefutable way,” spiritual fundamentalism practices the same black and white, good vs. evil thinking. Contents & summary: …
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Why Authenticity Can Be Used to Shame Ourselves
Authenticity is a crucial practice and vital on the spiritual awakening journey. But if we aren’t careful, it can be turned into a tool of self-blame, shame, and punishment. How do we practice healthy authenticity? What hidden shadows do we need to be aware of? Contents & summary: 0:00 – What is authenticity? 0:31 – …
Why Spirituality is Consumerism’s Worst Nightmare!
What is the connection between spirituality and consumerism? Hint: authentic spirituality is a big b**ch slap in the face of materialism! In this video, we explore how consumerism preys upon our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being – without us even knowing. Plus we touch on spiritual materialism, a sly shadow that can easily creep into …
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The Cure to Pain is IN the Pain (Here’s Why)
We exhaust and frustrate ourselves trying to get rid of our emotional pain. We’ll try everything from thinking positive thoughts to avoiding and even trying to banish what haunts us deep inside. But at the end of the day, we can never truly “rid” ourselves of emotional distress. The root remains untouched. So what’s the …
Wake Up From Waking Up!
The spiritual ego is a slippery thing. Sometimes after a powerful awakening, we confuse the experience with achieving a new and unchanging state of being. The reality is that awakening is cyclical; it ebbs and flows, just as our very being does. The message here is to wake up from waking up! It’s not a …
I’m Not Okay, You’re Not Okay, and That’s Okay!
In this video, we examine the shadow side that spirituality, psychology, religion, and self-help all share in common: that we’re fundamentally believed to be “not okay.” If you’re feeling exhausted by the quest to ‘be more healed,’ ‘be more successful,’ etc. you’ll benefit from watching this video! Contents & summary: 0:00 – Introduction 1:02 – …