In this episode of Sacred Alchemy, I, Elizabeth Hudson, have the immense pleasure of welcoming my dear friend and fellow spiritual seeker, Karena Virginia. Together, we delve into the intricate relationship between our spiritual journeys and the challenges we face as women navigating the patriarchal structures within the Kundalini community and beyond.

Karina shares her unique upbringing, highlighting her Italian Catholic father and British mother, which shaped her understanding of spirituality and femininity. We discuss the complexities of growing up in a household with contrasting cultural values, and how these experiences influenced her spiritual awakening. Karina reflects on her childhood spiritual experiences, feeling misunderstood and alone, and how finding a supportive spiritual community was transformative for her.