Posts Tagged ‘Shadow Integration’
On the Frontline of Meditation Coaching: Taoism, Practice, Shadow Work
Javi Otero speaks from his heart, responding to people from around the world who seek advice on a wide range of issues. The letter below is adapted from Javi’s response to a young woman who asked which teachings speak to him in particular. Javi is iAwake’s CTO, Experiential Customer Support person, and one of iAwake’s brilliant…
Read MoreThe Neuroscience of Shadow Integration – Part II
Last week we defined the shadow, according to Carl Jung, and discussed how to recognize the shadow when it’s trying to get our attention. (See The Neuroscience of Shadow Integration Part I.) Today I’d like to talk about the possible neural correlates of the persona and the shadow. First, I’d like to point out that none of this…
Read MoreThe Neuroscience of Shadow Integration – Part I
My hope is that this article will inspire you to use the power of your own consciousness to become aware of your shadow, to allow it to be your teacher, and to integrate it. As we become more deeply and mindfully centered in our hearts, the recognition and integration of previously unconscious shadow processes changes our…
Read MoreIntroducing VisionQuest: A Journey into Shamanic Consciousness
The idea behind VisionQuest is to help facilitate the desire to transform one’s life through receiving a deeper insight into what is holding one back or what is necessary for moving to the next level. Shamanic journeying is a different way of gaining knowledge and wisdom than what is generally accepted here in the West, where we…
Read MoreArt from the Edge of Everything: Painting as Spiritual Practice
Louis Parsons’ art SoulScapes was recently featured in the Integral Art Gallery – December 2012. ___________________________________________________________________________ Louis Parsons, Artist, iAwake Guest Blogger I’ve been painting professionally, in a very particular way that has become known as “SoulScaping,” for over ten years. During this time, painting has been my major spiritual practice. You see, to be honest, I’m not that good at meditating. I have a very…
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