Earth Body Consciousness

Episode 36: Holistic School for Being Human with Darryn Breakwell

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Hello sweet soul, welcome. A wonderful insight to Darryn's world as a Steiner teacher, spirituality, God, Christ and life is a Human being.

 

BIO:

Darryn Breakwell is a Waldorf teacher, psychology student, and lifelong explorer of consciousness based in New Zealand. He’s passionate about blending spiritual insight with real-world awareness, drawing from his own intuitive experiences, studies in psychology, and years of guiding young minds. Darryn has a strong connection to energy shifts, precognition, and what he sees as the unfolding union between humanity, various forms of higher intelligence, and AI. At the heart of his path is a simple guiding truth: know thyself. He believes this inner awareness is the key to navigating both personal growth and the big changes happening in the world.

TikTok: @darrynbreakwell

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Meeting Purpose

Explore Darryn's journey as a Rudolf Steiner teacher and discuss spiritual perspectives on life, education, and personal growth.

Key Takeaways

  • Darryn has been teaching in Rudolf Steiner schools for 12 years, with the last 8 years being continuous

  • The conversation touched on themes of spiritual growth, balancing work and personal life, and the importance of finding one's center

  • Both speakers emphasized the need for individual spiritual journeys and the importance of direct experience over dogma

  • They discussed the concept of Christ consciousness and its relevance to personal and societal transformation

    Topics
    Rudolf Steiner Education

    • Darryn teaches a class of 24 students, down from 31 four years ago

    • Teachers stay with the same group of children for extended periods, building strong relationships

    • The approach focuses on the whole integration of the child, including emotional and mental health aspects

    • Teaching requires a varied approach, addressing individual learning styles and anticipating student needs

    • Curriculum is guided by Rudolf Steiner's recommendations but allows for teacher intuition and responsiveness to students' needs

      Work-Life Balance and Burnout Prevention

      • Darryn attended a conference on burnout in Steiner education

      • Learned that operating above 80% capacity daily can lead to burnout

      • Recognized his tendency to push 100% and the need to scale back

      • Emphasized the importance of self-care and not overworking

      • Discussed the cultural pressure in New Zealand to work hard and its potential negative impacts

        Spiritual Growth and Personal Development

        • Both speakers shared experiences with spiritual practices and self-discovery

        • Discussed the importance of asking questions like "Who am I?" to prompt personal growth

        • Emphasized the need for individual spiritual journeys rather than following prescribed paths

        • Shared experiences with A Course in Miracles and its transformative effects

        • Highlighted the importance of being open to receiving spiritual guidance and insights

          Christ Consciousness and Religious Concepts

          • Explored the idea of Christ consciousness as distinct from traditional religious interpretations

          • Discussed the potential for a "second coming of Christ" as an awakening within individuals

          • Emphasized the need to go directly to the source for spiritual truth rather than relying on others' interpretations

          • Touched on the integration of science and spirituality as a growing trend

            Balance and Integration

            • Stressed the importance of finding balance between various polarities in life (e.g., heaven and earth, masculine and feminine, light and matter)

            • Discussed the need to anchor spiritual experiences in physical reality

            • Emphasized the importance of meeting in the center, particularly in political and social contexts

            • Highlighted the need for unity and finding common ground despite differences

              Next Steps

              • Continue exploring personal spiritual growth while maintaining balance in work and life

              • Practice being open to receiving spiritual insights and guidance

              • Work on integrating spiritual experiences with practical, grounded living

              • Seek opportunities to find common ground and unity with others, especially those with differing viewpoints

                 

                Thank you all for joining us today. Gratefully appreciated. Love and blessings, Jacob

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