#189 Today, I'm here with the wonderful Matt Omo to talk about the highs and lows of spiritual practices. During our conversation today, we talk about the meaning of spirituality and mystical experiences, whether there is a goal to painful experiences, and how a change in perspective can contribute positively to our lives. If you find yourself wanting to bring more joy, wonder, and awe into your life then this is the episode for you. "What we've just uncovered is, spirituality is the being open to a sense of awe and mystery that allows for an openness and a shift in perception." About Matt: Matt Omo is a leader of the sound healing movement in Australia with over 15 years of experience working with a variety of sound healing techniques bridging cultures and traditions from around the world. The work and awareness around sound healing and its benefits are growing every day. Matt is developing new programs and products to meet this need and continue to support people in discovering the benefits of the healing power of sound. Matt's Website:omosoundjourneys.com Key points with time stamp:

• The Highs & Lows of Spiritual Practices (00:00)
• The effects of religion and spirituality (02:55)
• The negative effects of doubt and insecurity on spirituality (08:36)
• Is there a roadmap to spirituality? (13:55)
• Is there such a thing as spiritual distraction? (18:02)
• Matt Omo's introduction to spirituality (20:35)
• Do painful experiences happen for a reason? (24:25)
• What even is a mystical experience? (26:47)
• What a change in perspective allows (34:01)
• How to bring more joy in your life (37:36)
• Nurturing a state of openness within yourself (40:07)
• "The greatest journey you'll ever go on is within" (42:03)

Mentioned in this episode:

• Reverend Michael Beckwith
• Jeffery Olsen
• Stuart Wilde
• Beyond Enlightenment, 2005. A book by Stuart Wilde
• Saje Dyer
• Wayne Dyer
• The Course of Miracles, 1985.

About me:

My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en My website: www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co