In this episode of Pretty Spiritual, Shay and Amy explore the idea of balancing light and dark within ourselves, inspired by the Spring Equinox, a time when day and night are equal.
Spirituality online can often look like constant positivity and “high vibes,” but real growth happens when we acknowledge our shadow too.
In this conversation, they discuss:
• What “light” and “dark” actually mean in spirituality
• Why suppressing emotions like anger, jealousy, or fear can disconnect us from ourselves
• The pressure to appear positive all the time
• Burnout from masking emotions and trying to stay “high vibe”
• The role of self-awareness, therapy, and rest in spiritual growth
• How embracing both light and shadow leads to authenticity
Shay and Amy also share personal experiences about burnout, people-pleasing, therapy, and learning to pause before reacting.
This episode is an honest reminder that spirituality isn’t about eliminating the dark... it’s about learning to understand it.