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Everyone is trying to transcend the body to reach enlightenment…
But what if the body is the first gate you must fully walk in and inhabit to awaken?

In this raw, deeply personal episode, Rev. Joya Sosnowski reveals the spiritual truth no one is talking about: most of us never truly land in our bodies. We float, seek, manage, bypass, and call it “spirituality” – until catastrophic grief forces us to finally incarnate.

After losing her son Weston, Joya discovered that grief – not decades of retreats, meditation, or teachers – did what spiritual practice never could: it cracked her open and dropped her all the way into embodied presence.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re hovering above your life, dissociating from the mess, or chasing the next awakening high… this episode will hit your soul.

You’ll discover:

• Why incarnation itself is the ultimate act of spiritual courage (Threshold Zero)
• How grief deactivates the Default Mode Network and reveals the wholeness that was never wounded
• The neuroscience + mysticism of finally landing in your body
• Why trying to transcend before you arrive keeps you stuck
• A simple Nafsha-guided practice to soften hypervigilance and complete your incarnation right now

This isn’t another “healing” talk.
This is the transmission from a woman being resurrected in real time.

If grief, loss, or holy longing has shattered your illusions – this is the fire you walk through when you are finally arriving.

Timestamps:
00:00 – The spiritual lie almost everyone believes
02:59 – Incarnation: the soul’s bravest choice
05:26 – Why we hover, dissociate, and spiritually bypass
07:48 – What catastrophic grief actually does to your nervous system
10:14 – The Default Mode Network shutdown & emergence of no-self
12:16 – Joya’s story: how Weston’s death ended the seeking
14:47 – Christ, Buddha, Sufis – they didn’t escape the body, they completed it
17:00 – The Nafsha practice: calling your divine spark to guide you home
23:22 – Closing blessing

If this lands in your bones, subscribe, share with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone, and join the mystical sisters at https://thatmystic.com for first access to The Luminous Path cohort and Joya’s forthcoming book Awaken Through Sorrow.

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Before you give light, you have to see what dims it. We go straight to the root pattern that so many teachers, leaders, and creatives carry without knowing: the quiet, learned need for approval that lives beneath words and shapes the field of every offering. Instead of adding more techniques or affirmations, we focus on field coherence - organizing your body, breath, and nervous system around the undistorted frequency that knows you were never less.

I share how early classroom moments and subtle cues became a baseline of “earn your right to be heard,” then map how that imprint shows up on stage, on camera, and in intimate circles. You’ll hear a raw account of calling on naphsha - the soul-spark untouched by wounding - to reveal a tightness in the solar plexus and the lifelong shape of “be good enough.” The shift didn’t come through thinking; it came through contact. In that contact, the performance loosened, the need for applause faded into noise, and speech began to rise from a steadier ground.

Grief threads through this journey as a teacher that opens the heart past identity stories and into the deeper resonance of presence. From here, we explore practical, embodied markers of coherence: approval stops mattering, transmission clarifies, and your frequency quietly reminds people of what they already are. This is how “heaven to earth” becomes lived—not as a concept but as nervous-system-level safety, courage, and action that no longer asks for permission. If you guide others, this isn’t optional; it’s the hygiene of your field. Listen to reclaim your voice from old imprints, speak truth without scanning for validation, and let what moves through you be light itself.

If this conversation resonates, follow the show, share it with someone who’s ready to stop performing, and leave a quick review to help others find this work.

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Grief can feel like a burning cauldron in the heart—searing, relentless, disorienting. What if that fire is also an initiation that reveals who you are beneath the armor? I open up about losing my son, the dark night that followed, and the unexpected discovery that awakening lives inside the wound. Rather than aiming to “get back to normal,” we explore how conscious grief reshapes the nervous system, deepens love, and expands capacity so you can hold what once shattered you.

I break down the difference between coping and transformation and share why grief can catalyze lasting change faster than meditation, therapy, or even plant medicine. We look at the neuroscience: default mode network quieting during crisis and mystical states, and research on post‑traumatic growth in five domains—relationships, new possibilities, personal strength, life appreciation, and spiritual reconstruction. You’ll hear how shattering can lead to a truer reconstruction when it’s done with presence and intention.

From there, we ground the mystical in the practical with the four pillars of awakening through grief: people, process, practices, and purpose. I guide a simple somatic inquiry to meet contraction with breath and soften the body’s bracing. We talk voice work, drumming, movement, and devotional yoga to move grief up and out, and how community witness helps pain metabolize without platitudes. The throughline is paradox: becoming someone who is both shattered and whole, carrying profound sorrow and profound gratitude in the same chest.

If you’re ready to walk through the fire with support, join the Held Circle on Mighty Networks for weekly live gatherings, a growing library of practices, and a community devoted to embodied awakening. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review to help more people find this work. Your presence matters and your awakening changes the world.

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What if enlightenment isn’t a peak state but the simple, radical act of seeing yourself clearly with mercy? We trace a path from “manic bliss” to embodied joy, where clarity flows through the body and peace becomes a felt experience rather than a spiritual badge. Along the way, we unpack a bold claim—there’s no such thing as enlightened cruelty—because all harm springs from confusion, not clarity, and light distorts when it passes through unhealed wounds.

I share a grounded reframe of awakening and a compassionate map of core fractures—belonging, safety, worth, shame, trust, abandonment, powerlessness—that shape repeating patterns. Instead of chasing origins, we learn to track the pattern, forgive the self, and let grief move without a story. There’s a guided practice you can use right now: hand to heart, breath into the belly, name the self-judgments, and ask the soul to illuminate what you can’t yet see—with ease and grace. As the nervous system settles, grace becomes physiological, othering dissolves, and true power feels like peace.

We also open a 14-week cohort for women to co-create a living framework that moves from forgiveness to radiance. Built on four pillars—people, process, practices, and purpose—the arc blends Inquiry, Meditation, Sound, Art, Voice, Embodiment, and Dance so insight lands in the body. Whether you’re navigating grief or just tired of insights that won’t stick, this journey offers soul CPR: concepts that orient, practices that regulate, and realizations that arise from your own truth.

If this resonates, subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and email [email protected] with “embodied truth” in the subject line to learn more. Your clarity changes more than your life; it ends the war inside and brightens the world you touch.

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A single dad, two seven-year-olds, and an advanced cancer diagnosis that should have flattened him. Instead, Barry chose a different road: blessing what hurt, building a healing posse, and orienting every day toward joy, devotion, and the fierce practicality of staying alive. We walk through that turning point and the unexpected aftermath—how heightened senses, slow time, and simple music became medicine; how a century-old Carmel cottage turned into a sanctuary; and why generosity might be the fastest way to unblock money and meaning.

We dig into the quiet science of mysticism: breath that calms the nervous system, meditations that plant new patterns, and movement that clears the mind when “monkey brain” won’t sit still. Barry shares his coaching lens from Silicon Valley, where imposter syndrome visits executives and first-time managers alike. We talk feminine leadership in men and women—authentic communication, empathy without apology, and the strength to say what you mean. The theme repeats: expand your vessel so you can hold more light, lead with clarity, and let impact flow through you rather than from you.

Carmel becomes a character of its own: ocean air, redwood trails, and a garden stitched with Japanese maples he planted during recovery. Out of this place, Barry launched Postcards for Healing—free week-long stays gifted to people moving through loss or illness, nominated the old-school way with pen, ink, and stamp. It’s reciprocity made real, a tangible way to turn love into logistics. Along the way we trade practical tools: a simple breath ratio to quiet the mind, a daily two-minute visualization that rewires beliefs, and the “find your song” ritual to shift state on command.

Come for the story; leave with a blueprint for thriving. If this conversation stirred something in you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review so more people can find their way here. And if someone you love is healing, send a postcard and nominate them for Carmel right here.

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What if the voice that sounds like wisdom is actually resistance keeping you small? This conversation walks straight into that uncomfortable truth and offers a compassionate, usable map for getting unstuck. We trace a personal grief trigger that derailed healthy routines, then name the sneaky ways ego weaponizes pain to maintain the familiar - even when the familiar hurts.

From there, we lay out an embodied path: start where you have access (the mind), then descend into the heart (feelings), and land in the body (sensations). You’ll hear why awareness, acceptance, and allowance become a reliable compass across these three centers. We unpack practical tools: labeling thought loops, simple mantras, compassionate self-talk, and a journal prompt that reveals what’s really repeating, alongside somatic practices that shift the nervous system when words fall short. Expect concrete guidance like one-minute humming, breath with sensation, and movement rituals that help grief complete its cycle rather than stall as chronic tension.

We also explore how loss can temporarily unplug identity, creating a rare window to consciously rewire patterns. That’s where devotion in motion takes shape: small, consistent choices that build capacity for love, presence, and true change. If you’ve ever felt stuck behind an “energetic wall,” this is a grounded way through, rooted in neuroscience, tender with emotion, and fiercely practical in the body. Subscribe, share with someone navigating grief or growth, and leave a review with one practice you’re committing to this week. Your step forward might be the nudge someone else needs.

The Sisterhood is launching - our welcome ceremony is 10-30-25.

Samhain, is one of the most potent thresholds in the ancient mystical calendar and is a true portal of becoming. It marks the moment when the old cycle dies and the new one is conceived in the dark. The Celts called it the New Year of the Soul, when the veils thin not only between the living and the dead, but between who we have been and who we are becoming.

To launch That Mystic Sisterhood now is to align with the rhythm of the unseen, to root this offering in the same current that governs the birth–death–rebirth of all things. It's also the day of the 3I Atlas perihelion. There are many ideas floating around about what it can be - whatever it is, it carries a frequency that cause a frequency in our own field. 

Samhain is the Earth’s initiation: descent into darkness to gestate the light.
Perihelion is the initiation: ascent into light, purified by fire.

Together, they mirror the sacred rhythm of the Feminine Mystic Path itself,
 the way I teach it: from descent to devotion, from surrender to radiance.

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You can book a 1:1 session with Joya at https://www.thatmystic.com

Hello, Luminous Ones. Join Joya from Vibologie as she shares a raw and unfiltered journey of self-discovery and transformation. In this episode, Joya candidly discusses the challenges of facing oneself and the pivotal moment of choice when old habits and self-sabotaging behaviors no longer serve us.

Joya reflects on the importance of discipline, dedication, and devotion to overcome these challenges and step into a higher potential. She shares a personal breakthrough moment and the realization of seeking sincere pleasure and fulfillment beyond temporary distractions.

Experience a powerful practice of toning and connecting with your deep self, guided by Joya. This practice aims to free oneself from addictions and negative behaviors by aligning with higher vibrational frequencies. Embrace this opportunity for healing and transformation, and find true pleasure and purpose in your life.

In this podcast I do a deep dive into the neuroscience of transformation, and why you need to prepare yourself to make the changes you wish to make...and of course...how sound helps!

I posted on IG a quote and an image that says: What you're seeking is already who you are. You only need allow it to guide you. The key to knowing this Self, is Self-awareness.

I discuss how to know the voice for LOVE vs. the voice of the EGO.

Here's how you distinguish them:

Distinguishing between the voice of the ego and the voice of love involves recognizing the underlying qualities and intentions of each:

Tone and Quality: The ego's voice often manifests as critical, fearful, or judgmental. It tends to be louder, more insistent, or anxious. In contrast, the voice of love is compassionate, understanding, and peaceful. It's usually gentle, reassuring, and nurturing.

Focus: Ego-driven thoughts are typically self-centered, focusing on winning, being right, or asserting dominance. They often involve comparison, competition, or a sense of lack. On the other hand, the voice of love emphasizes connection, unity, and empathy. It's inclusive and considers the well-being of both self and others.

Time Orientation: The ego is often preoccupied with past grievances or future worries. It might dwell on past mistakes or fret about what might happen. The voice of love, however, tends to bring your attention to the present, encouraging mindfulness and appreciation of the now.

Feelings Evoked: Ego can evoke feelings of anxiety, envy, anger, or inadequacy. It often leads to a sense of unrest or dissatisfaction. In contrast, the voice of love brings a sense of calm, acceptance, and contentment. It promotes feelings of gratitude and joy.

Outcome: The ego seeks immediate gratification and often prompts reactive, short-term solutions. Decisions based on ego might bring quick results but not long-lasting satisfaction or harmony. Decisions influenced by the voice of love are usually more thoughtful, considerate, and lead to long-term well-being and fulfillment.

Body Sensations: Tuning into your body can provide clues. Ego-driven thoughts might create tension, a feeling of heaviness, or discomfort in the body. In contrast, love-based thoughts often align with a sense of lightness, ease, or warmth in the body.

Then, I go into some powerful self-questions to ask yourself when you are in the space of self-awareness:

What Would I Choose if I Knew I Couldn't Fail? This question encourages you to step away from fear-based thinking, typical of the ego, and into a space of pure potential and love. It invites you to consider possibilities from a place of love, support, and infinite capability.

How Would I Respond to a Loved One in This Situation? Often, the ego is self-critical while love is nurturing and understanding. By imagining how you'd advise or comfort a loved one in a similar situation, you can tap into a more compassionate, empathetic perspective.

What Am I Grateful for in This Moment? Gratitude is a powerful expression of love that shifts focus away from the ego's preoccupations with lack or dissatisfaction. This question helps anchor you in the present and opens your heart to love's abundance and positivity.

What Feelings Arise When I Think About Letting Go of This Belief or Action? The ego often clings to beliefs and actions out of fear, while love releases them with ease. Reflecting on the emotional impact of letting go can highlight whether you're operating from ego or love.

In What Ways Am I Similar to the Person I'm in Conflict With? This question is aimed at cultivating empathy and understanding, qualities of love. Recognizing shared human experiences or emotions can diminish the ego's 'us versus them' mentality and foster a more loving, unified approach.

I also talk about narcissists and gaslighting and how to know that too. As always, you can follow me here or on IG @vibologie and my website is vibologie.com to come to any experiences.

In love and resonance! Joya

Well, it only took my whole life up to now to heal from it. It involved a LOT of work, and this podcast is by no means meant to replace your therapist or doctor, but to add to what you may already be doing to heal yourself.

It's not easy work.

1. You can't sing with your mouth full. Sound it out instead of eat.

2. Gentle Eating.

3. Give it to our mama Earth to transmute and heal for you.

My love goes to each and every one of you struggling and battling food. This is what helped me be FREE from it, and I never thought I'd be able to say that. 

in LOVE and resonance! Joya

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