There’s a moment most of us don’t talk about—the quiet, gritty middle of the spiritual path. The part where everything feels heavy, not magical. Where we wonder, “Am I really meant for this?” In today’s episode, Courtney shares her raw experience of navigating these shadows: losing friendships, leaving the church, and questioning her path—yet always finding her way back to spirit’s quiet power.
If you’ve been feeling weary, unsure, or disconnected, this conversation is your gentle reminder: the waves may feel overwhelming, but the shore is always there. You’re not losing the plot. You’re just in the middle.
Timestamps:
[01:17] – The glamorization of spirituality vs. real-life struggles
[03:07] – Leaving old identities, belief systems, and finding your true foundation
[06:01] – Spirit’s metaphor of muddy boots and walking forward
[09:10] – Letting your mind rise above the heaviness
[12:22] – Choosing what nourishes your soul and releasing what doesn’t
“Surely you trust yourself by now, friend. Surely you trust that all of the steps of your path have been divinely ordained to bring you to where you are now.”
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