

Bones
Phoenesse
This collection is like the bones of a body—a framework around which the remaining body of work can arrange itself. Sure, there’s a lot that needs to be filled in to make it all come to life, but with Bones podcasts, now we’ve got the basic building blocks in place.
Plus the words go down like a strawberry milkshake—pleasing to the tongue yet with all the calcium we need for optimum health.
Plus the words go down like a strawberry milkshake—pleasing to the tongue yet with all the calcium we need for optimum health.
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Jul 9, 2023 • 14min
9 Images and the deep, deep damage they do
Explore how childhood conclusions, or 'images,' silently shape our lives and beliefs, often leading to frustration and repeating unwanted patterns. Discover signs of these hidden images and how they stem from prior lifetimes, affecting our present. Learn techniques for uncovering them, like writing down problems to find commonalities. Understand the paradox that these images form to protect us, yet bring the very troubles we wish to avoid. This deep work is essential for true liberation and growth in the spiritual journey.

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Jul 8, 2023 • 17min
8 How and why we recreate childhood hurts
Explore how unfulfilled childhood love shapes adult relationships. Discover why a child's desire for exclusive love often leads to unmet needs and repetitive patterns in adulthood. The discussion reveals how parents' shortcomings contribute to these cycles and how hidden resentments can affect our happiness. Learn the pitfalls of seeking to recreate childhood scenarios in adult partnerships and the path to healing through awareness, forgiveness, and mature love. Let go of old demands and embrace a healthier approach to relationships.

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Jul 7, 2023 • 27min
7 Love, power and serenity in divinity or in distortion
Explore the divine trio of love, power, and serenity and how they play vital roles in our well-being when in harmony. Distortions twist these attributes into submission, aggression, and withdrawal. Delve into how childhood wounds shape our adult dependencies on love, masking weakness as virtue. Discover the complexities of self-awareness and the push for authentic growth. The journey reveals that true power remains humble and genuine serenity stems from facing hidden emotions.

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Jul 6, 2023 • 19min
6 The origin and outcome of the Idealized Self-Image
Explore the connection between unhappiness and self-belief, revealing how our idealized self-image masks deeper insecurities. Discover the origins of this façade in childhood and the impossible standards we set for ourselves. Learn to differentiate between genuine self-confidence and the false bravado of the idealized self. Uncover the signs that your inner mask is threatened and how reclaiming your true self can restore intuition and peace. Ultimately, find freedom from the constraints of perfectionism and embrace your authentic self.

Jul 5, 2023 • 14min
5 Intellect and will as tools or hindrances to self-realization
Discover the intriguing contrast between the superficial intellect and the deeper real self. Explore how confusion and lack of awareness block true self-realization. Learn why sheer willpower can't directly lead to spiritual growth, and how using intellect wisely can help clear inner obstacles. The discussion emphasizes the importance of acceptance and understanding one's current reality to foster growth. Ultimately, it’s about allowing the spontaneous, intelligent real self to emerge rather than forcing it into existence.

Jul 4, 2023 • 13min
4 Three basic personality types: Reason, will and emotion
Discover how spiritual growth often emerges from life's conflicts triggered by prayers, leading to deeper self-awareness. Explore the three personality types: Reason, Emotion, and Will, each with unique strengths and vulnerabilities. Learn how the Reason Type tends to shy away from emotions, risking intuition and life experiences. The Emotion Type embraces feelings deeply but may struggle with control. Meanwhile, the Will Type focuses on action but can overlook the balance of the other faculties. Ultimately, harmonizing these aspects is key to discovering love and understanding.

Jul 3, 2023 • 11min
3 The Higher Self, the Lower Self, and the Mask Self
Discover the fascinating layers of your being, including the Higher Self, which represents your divine spark. Delve into the struggles of the Lower Self, filled with faults and resistance to change. Uncover the concept of the Mask Self, a facade we create to shield our true selves from judgment. As thoughts from the Higher Self can be tainted by the Lower Self, this exploration emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the journey toward embracing your true spiritual essence.

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Jul 2, 2023 • 31min
2 The importance of feeling all our feelings, including fear
Exploring the journey of emotions, the discussion emphasizes the necessity of fully feeling our fears to unlock personal strength. It highlights how avoiding feelings can lead to stagnation and misinterpretation of serenity. The speakers argue that confronting hidden emotions can lead to healing and connections with our inner selves. They advocate for the power of vulnerability and meditation as tools for self-discovery, urging listeners to embrace discomfort as a pathway to emotional freedom and deeper understanding.

Jul 1, 2023 • 25min
1 Emotional growth and its function
Delve into the essential balance of physical, mental, and emotional aspects of our lives. Discover how suppressed feelings from childhood can lead to chronic unhappiness and emotional stagnation. Learn the importance of expressing emotions to unlock creativity and intuition. Unpack the consequences of numbing feelings and how it breeds loneliness. Embrace the idea that emotional growth requires time, courage, and a commitment to face past pains in order to achieve true harmony and spiritual maturity.


