

Almost Awakened
Brittney Hartley & Bill Reel
Awake Enough To Question, Grounded Enough To Grow
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Jul 8, 2023 • 2h 8min
Clinical Perspective On Spirituality & Psychedelics: AA: 158
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

Jul 5, 2023 • 1h 12min
How to Stop People Pleasing with Sara Fisk: AA: 157
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

Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 29min
Internal Family systems – Therapy Talking To Your Parts: Almost Awakened: 156
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/

Jun 20, 2023 • 1h 56min
What Can We Say About the Nature Of Reality – Part 2: AA: 155
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.

Jun 5, 2023 • 2h 37min
What Can We Say About the Nature Of Reality: Almost Awakened: 154
In this enlightening discussion, Bill Reel, a podcaster renowned for delving into the deconstruction of Mormonism, joins Gabe to unravel the nature of reality. They explore modern scientific concepts like quantum physics and its impact on perception. The dialogue also touches on mystical influences within the church, personal experiences with altered states, and the complexities of consciousness. Their reflections challenge listeners to reconsider their beliefs, emphasizing the interconnectedness of existence and the fluidity of truth.

May 31, 2023 • 1h 41min
7 Kinds of Atheism & 7 New Religions: AA: 153
What are the 7 variations of atheism and the 7 new religions on the rise. Based on two books – The Seven Types of Atheism by John Gray and Strange Rites: New Religions in a Godless World by Tara Burton

May 25, 2023 • 1h 49min
Almost Awakened: 152: Transhumanism – A New Religion?
Hartley and Reel sit down with Lincoln Cannon to discuss Transhumanism and to evaluate if it could, in fact, become a new religion. RESOURCES: https://lincoln.metacannon.net/

May 9, 2023 • 1h 28min
Nihilism, Anti-Natalism, and the Dark Arts w/ Matt Hershberger: Almost Awakened: 151
today we talk with TikTok sensation Matt Hershberger, whose interests lie in Nihilism, Anti-Natalism, and the Dark Arts.
resources:https://betterstrangers.substack.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@betterstrangersbooks

May 3, 2023 • 1h 14min
Top 10 Changes That Lead To Better Human Societies: Almost Awakened: 150
Explore the transformative ideas that could lead to a healthier human society. Discussions range from new ethical commandments focused on respect and community to the complexities of gun laws and their societal implications. The importance of personal space and innovative healing practices, including psychedelics, are emphasized. Delve into the impact of AI on moral evolution, and consider how community and conversation can foster personal growth outside traditional religious boundaries. Engaging insights aim to inspire a kinder world.

Apr 26, 2023 • 2h 8min
How To Recognize Cult Mind Control: Almost Awakened: 149
We sit down with Jonathon Streeter, founder of the Blog and Youtube Channel “Thoughts On Things And Stuff” to discuss the manipulative tactics of High Demand Religions and how to spot them immediately.
RESOURCES:https://thoughtsonthingsandstuff.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVTCFh3uDMH0GZlwl1JOoHQhttps://www.facebook.com/ThoughtsOnThingsAndStuff/


