Category: Uncomfortable Conversations
It isn’t Easy Being the Family Outcast
The Spiritual Growth of Being the Outcast in Your Family For many, family is a cornerstone of life, a source of love and support. But for others, family can be a complicated, painful dynamic that leaves them feeling misunderstood, ridiculed, or even ostracized. Being the outcast in your family isn’t just isolating—it can shake the […]
Failure to Launch
Failure to Launch: Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Grown Children As parents, we all hope to see our children grow into independent, self-sufficient adults. For many of us, this dream becomes a reality as our children leave the nest, find their paths, and blossom into their potential. However, for others, the journey is not so […]
Are You a Spiritual Teacher Struggling?
Imposter Syndrome in Spiritual Teaching: Embracing Your Role as a Guide and Mentor As a spiritual teacher, I see myself as both a guide and a mentor. Some people need more hand-holding than others, and part of my job is to provide that balance. But no matter how much experience I’ve gained or how many […]
Uncomfortable Questions to Answer In Your Journal
Embracing discomfort can lead to profound personal growth. This set of journal prompts focuses on uncomfortable questions that challenge you to confront and understand your deepest fears, doubts, and unresolved issues. By facing these questions head-on, you’ll foster resilience and self-awareness, essential qualities for both personal development and mediumship. Approach these prompts with courage, and […]
Do You Need the Approval of Others?
Is approval addiction a real thing? I believe so, and we are not talking about it enough. Receiving validation feels great. However, some develop an addiction to this outside approval, losing the ability to self-motivate.
Slamming Doors
If you feel the need to start slamming doors around me; please don’t. There are people that do it on a regular basis, and if you are the kind of person to slam a door when you are angry — you may want to take pause. In fact don’t slam a door in front of […]
Spiritualism Crossroads: Progress or Stagnation?
Spiritualism’s Crossroads: Progress or Stagnation? Spiritualism was founded by free thinkers—visionaries who challenged the norms of their time. Many pioneers were women. They saw Spiritualism as a way to connect with the spirit world and fight for social change. Their advocacy for women’s rights, abolition, and equality was core to the movement. Today, the movement […]
Bullying Beyond Belief: Identifying and Confronting Toxic Behavior in Church
It often surprises people that there is toxic behavior in Spiritualist Churches. In the realm of spiritual communities, one might assume that kindness, compassion, and unity prevail. However, just like any other sphere of society, religious organizations are not immune to the scourge of bullying. It’s a topic often brushed under the rug, as we […]
Project 2025: A Spiritual Perspective on its Impact
Project 2025: A Spiritual Perspective on its Impact on Women and Marginalized Groups Project 2025, a plan by conservative groups, aims to reshape the U.S. government if Republicans win in 2024. As a Spiritualist Minister, I reflect on how policies align with compassion, inclusivity, and respect. This proposed document raises many concerns, especially for women […]
Diversity Discussions within the Workplace
Avoiding Cultural Sensitivities in the Workplace Diversity is a fascinating thing, don’t you think? There’s so much to learn about cultures other than your own. Unfortunately, as with almost everything else, there is a downside to diversity. It has to do with lack of cultural awareness. With everything going on in the news these days, […]