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Life, Death & The Space Between
No-Nonsense Spirituality
Today we dive deep with Brittney Hartley to explore the challenges of self-acceptance, uncertainty, and spiritual growth. Brittney discusses the importance of addressing death and anxiety head-on for a resilient life. We discuss the transformative potential of peak experiences, transitioning from psychedelics to sober practices, and the intersection of psychology and spirituality. Brittney shares her journey from Mormonism to secular spirituality, advocating for spiritual tools without dogma. Tune in for a compelling conversation on embracing life's mysteries, personal development, and overcoming existential crises. Visit our podcast page for episode notes, Brittney’s works, and more resources.
00:09- Introduction of Brittney Hartley
03:36 – What does spirituality mean?
07:38 – Can you recover from complete nihilism?
14:41 - Spiritual bypassing
17:12- Deconstructing the experience
26:27 – ‘I don’t care what other people think of this experience’
38:23 – Getting away from traditional depth-oriented therapy
45:08 – Getting deeper into the concept of spiritual bypassing
56:39 – How to reach out to Brittney – episode outro
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