In this second episode of a three part series on enlightenment, Anna relates her experience of meeting enlightened teachers in India. Kristina and Anna discuss the ten hinderances that keep us from waking-up. These ten hinderances, or “enemies,” were discovered by Buddha 2,500 years ago and still ring true today. Also discussed today: the three types of Buddhas (enlightened ones), and our decision to post ads. Please donate to the Indian Red Cross The Ten Hinderances to Enlightenment:The belief in a permanent personality, ego (Pali: sakkāya-diṭṭhi)Doubt, extreme skepticism (vicikicchā)Attachment to rites, rituals, and ceremonies (sīlabbata-parāmāso)Attachment to sense desires (kāmacchando)Ill-will, anger (vyāpādo or byāpādo)Craving for existence in the Form world [heavenly realms] (rūparāgo)Craving for existence in the Formless world [heavenly realms] (arūparāgo)Conceit (māna)Restlessness (uddhacca)Ignorance (avijjā)
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2.04 Truth Never Dies, Part II: The Enemies to Enlightenment

What meditation works for you? What is it like to do tantra? How do you best communicate with a loved one? Kristina Wiltsee &amp; Anna Stromquist are two best friends on a quest to try all things spiritual in order to attain enlightenment -- or just stay sane while juggling a lot on their plates. Their internationally recognized podcast hits close to home for many people who are struggling for peace amidst the pain of trauma, emotional wounds, and neurodivergent brains. As we uncover deeper layers of ourselves, they teach, with humor, that there is nothing to fix - just more of us to love. Season Themes: Season 1: The Primal Wounds (Abandonment, Rejection, Betrayal, Injustice, &amp; Humiliation) Season 2: The Drama Triangle (The Inner &amp; Outer Persecutor, Rescuer, and Victim) Season 3: First Chakra (Relationships &amp; Sexuality &amp; The Mother Wound) Season 4: Second Chakra (Integration of the Multidimensional Self &amp; The Father Wound) Season 5: Third Chakra (Growing Up and the Money Wound) Season 6: Fourth Chakra (Primal Wounds Revisited, Villains &amp; Karma Yoga) www.thisspiritualfix.com

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Today we are interviewing one of our podcast listeners who used the primal wounds series on TSF to deepen her understanding of humiliation. Stacy is a mom, wife, medium, end-of-life doula, and channeling artist. She speaks to us today about the humiliation wound. From Stacy: I am a Spiritual Medium, Channeling Artist, End-of-life Doula, Mom, wife and a Soul that is becoming truer to myself with each passing day. Shame and guilt will always be things I work through as they're deep in my ancestry but I know now that I can love and accept all parts of me without judgement. Please remember that you are not alone and you're perfect as you are. Thank you for allowing me to use my voice and speak my truth! Sending so much love and gratitude to you all 

TSF Short:  An Interview on Humiliation with Stacy

Kristina and Anna are revisiting the primal wounds, after taking a break to recover from doing this shadow work process two years ago. This episode re-airs the original episode and also includes an update and reflection on what they have learned since the first recording. Have you ever experienced the sadness of feeling rejected ? In this informative episode you will learn how to recognize the ways in which the rejection wound shows up in your every day life. Our hosts discuss how “fugitive” behavior is the coping mechanism to protect oneself from this wound. And, they explore tools and experiences that helped them forgive and love their own sense of rejection. Did you enjoy this episode? Explore our other episodes on the primal wounds of abandonment, injustice, betrayal, and humiliation. If you liked this episode, click here to learn about our five week masterclass on healing The Mother Wound. PDF Download: 1.16 Summary of the Rejection Wound Healing Packet: Heal your Injustice Wound Quiz: What is your primary wound ? Click here. Links: I Am That, by Nisargadatta Maharaj Heal Your Wounds and Find Your True Self, By Lise Bourbeau How to Feed Your Demons Rejection-Proof your Inner Child, video by Marisa Peer Uncompromised Life 8-week Course by Marisa Peer Where is My Mind, by the Pixies

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6.12 The Primal Wounds, Again, Part Six: Rejection

Today we are interviewing one of our podcast listeners who used the primal wounds series on TSF to deepen her understanding of Rejection. Alaina, a resilient mother of three daughters, cherishes her role as a mom despite battling daily with physical pain and depression. A dedicated truth seeker, she explores the profound connections between self and spirituality, knowing she's here for a bigger divine purpose. Driven by determination, Alaina focuses on healing generational trauma, making a positive impact on both her family and the world.

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TSF Short: An Interview about Rejection with Alaina

Kristina and Anna are revisiting the primal wounds, after taking a break to recover from doing this shadow work process two years ago. This episode re-airs the original episode and also includes an update and reflection on what they have learned since the first recording.  Kristina leads this conversation, exploring the wound of Betrayal. Have you ever experienced the emotional assault of feeling betrayed? In this episode you will learn how to recognize the ways in which the betrayal wound shows up in your every day life. Anna and Kristina explore how controlling behavior is the coping mechanism to protect oneself from this wound. They discuss how self-trust is the ultimate lesson for the betrayal wound, and how you can develop that. They explore tools and experiences that helped them forgive and love their own sense of betrayal. Did you enjoy this episode? Explore our other episodes in this seven part series: forgiveness, abandonment, rejection, injustice, humiliation, insight, and compassion. If you liked this episode, click here to learn about our five week masterclass on healing The Mother Wound. PDF Download: 1.19 Summary of the Betrayal Wound Healing Packet: Heal Your Betrayal Wound Quiz: What is your primary wound ? Click here. Links: Heal Your Wounds and Find Your True Self, By Lise Bourbeau How to Feed Your Demons

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6.14 The Primal Wounds, Again, Part Five: Betrayal

Today we will be interviewing one of our podcast listeners who used the primal wounds series to change her perspective on his relationship with abandonment. We are talking to Elaine, in London, England about the primal wounds, specifically abandonment and betrayal, and their reflections on maturing.

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TSF Short: An Interview about Abandonment and Betrayal

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