{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64e91649bd2b550010b110fe/681ce7ab24b1daf01a79ffd8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Missing Piece to Spiritual Awakening No One Talks About","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64e91649bd2b550010b110fe/1746724542182-ebc0bb36-9a43-44e8-afd9-86addbd319dd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Today, I’m joined by Jonathan Prendergast, a psychotherapist and spiritual teacher whose journey bridges psychology and mysticism. Jonathan’s new book,&nbsp;<em>A Guide to Embodied Spirituality: Your Deepest Ground</em>, reveals how to anchor divine awareness in your body, heal lifelong conditioning, and reclaim self-trust. We dive into his 50-year journey—from early mystical experiences to studying with Jean Klein—and why the ‘ground’ of our being is the foundation of true freedom. If you’re ready to move beyond spiritual bypassing and embody your essence, hit play.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>03:15 Jonathan’s Early Mystical Experiences (Hypnogogic States)</p><p>08:30 TM Meditation &amp; Awakening Expansive Awareness</p><p>15:10 Meeting Jean Klein </p><p>21:48 The Role of Self-Trust vs. Doubt</p><p>28:20 Grounding: The Key to Spiritual Maturity</p><p>34:00 Trauma, Safety, &amp; the Pelvic Bowl’s Spiritual Significance</p><p>40:10 Jung’s Mysticism </p><p>45:00 Embodiment: From Transcendent States to Daily Life</p><p>48:30 Honesty &amp; Vulnerability as Spiritual Practice</p><p>50:00 Closing</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARN MORE ABOUT JONATHAN PRENDERGAST</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> 📖&nbsp;Books:&nbsp;<em>A Guide to Embodied Spirituality</em>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<em>The Deep Heart</em></strong></p><p><strong> 🌐&nbsp;Website:&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://listeningfromsilence.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>listeningfromsilence.com</strong></a></p><p><strong> 🧘&nbsp;Retreats: Upcoming workshops &amp; residential retreats</strong></p><p><br></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>JOIN MY COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!</strong></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>Click here to find out more --&gt; </strong><a href=\"https://shorturl.at/vVrwR\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://shorturl.at/vVrwR</strong></a></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>Stay Connected:</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Instagram - </strong><a href=\"https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Facebook - </strong><a href=\"https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>YouTube - </strong><a href=\"https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt</strong></a></p><p>-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Website - </strong><a href=\"https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt</strong></a></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEllYb5lKCXnpCGNtoFpS7g?sub_confirmation=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Life, Death &amp; the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins</strong></a></p><p>\t<strong>Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death &amp; the Space Between.</strong></p><p>\t**</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Brought to you by:</strong></p><p>Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer</p><p><u>Podcastize.net</u> | Audio &amp; Video Production |&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Dr. Amy Robbins |Psychology | Spirituality | Grief | Life After Death"}