All Episodes

January 7, 2024 61 mins

"What is joy without sorrow." The truth is that we are living an experience that is not meant to have one without the other. Yet, so many of us are actively running away from our pain. This won't be the episode that shames anyone for seeking safety from that which is uncomfortable. I get why we do this and there are actually many factors that lead us to act in this way, some outside of our immediate awareness. So, what we will discuss in this episode is how we can gain awareness of our patterns, shift these, and discover a lasting fulfillment that makes us the creators of our reality.

The following are talking points that will guide this conversation:

  • Breaking down the collective fascination with chasing happiness through milestone moments.
  • How most people go about fulfilling this chase and what is actually created in turn.
  • Dissecting why we are resistant to feeling heartache and how we can view the root of our resistance with compassion.
  • Why should we try to feel it all as opposed to shutting out the perceived negative. What benefits does this have for us? What's on the other side?
  • How do we feel it all? What are the steps to take?
  • How, if everyone collectively did this, our world would become a better place.
  • How you can begin to do this work right after hearing this episode with this one powerful practice.

At the heart of this episode is my reason for beginning The Empowered by Darkness Podcast. I wanted to show people how life shouldn't have to be a continuous pursuit but it could actually be a life of deep feeling and surrender to all that is. I hope that this message will inspire you to go within and to witness the force behind feeling your hurt.

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

24/7 News: The Latest
Stuff You Should Know

Stuff You Should Know

If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

Crime Junkie

Crime Junkie

Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.