Ep. 18: Taking Inventory & Facing Limiting Beliefs

Hello to another Mercury retrograde! Are you feeling it? Cuz we are! We have been feeling some serious heaviness lately and the depression emotions are real. We share how we’re feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally during this turbulent time of release and shedding of old layers. We often forget this heaviness and depressive state is purposeful. It’s important for us to share these low moments because it is very much a part of the journey and just as valuable if not more. We pull tarot cards to gain a little clarity surrounding these emotions where we find messages regarding our power, creativity and limiting beliefs. Remember, you are exactly where you’re supposed to be and what you are feeling is for your highest good. These times in Mercury retrograde are about letting go of resistance and leaning into your feelings. So repeat: I accept. I allow. Key Takeaways: -Why perspective and mindset is everything when we want to be somewhere else in our life. -Why it is important to not only use tarot resources but also our intuition when doing readings. -How we can channel through our art and use creative power for the enhancement of all beings. -How we must shed behaviors and perspectives that are not our own to live our truth. -The step in mental health growth where we stop asking ‘is this going to end’ and embrace our resilience. -The powerful choice we have to make surrounding our discomfort: remain uncomfortable being stagnant or go outside our comfort zone toward our dreams. -Why sometimes the heaviness we feel is the grieving of the person you thought you would be or the life you thought you would live. -The reminder that just because we don’t see change, doesn’t mean we haven’t made progress. Resources: Biddy Tarot | Online Tarot Courses and Tarot Card Meanings Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #mercuryretrograde #depression #tarotcards #tarotreading #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

Have you checked in with your manifestations lately? Like paused to see what you’ve attracted into your life? The better question is: Have you expressed gratitude and celebrated the manifestations you’ve received? This episode we talk about how we haven’t really heard anyone else share about this important piece of the spiritual journey and manifestation practice. We’re always looking for the next thing and forget to take pause and celebrate how far we’ve come. This moment of deep appreciation for the work you’ve done and how far you’ve come becomes the fuel to keep manifesting. We reflect on our recent manifestations and revel in the magic and power that is creating our own reality. You have done the work and things have changed. We have to just stop and realize it. You know, like the Ferris Bueller quote, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” So don’t miss out on the magical moment that is you being a badass creator manifesting the life you always wanted. See it. Feel it. Believe it. And give thanks. Key Takeaways: -How we are often moving on to the next thing before taking pause on what we have accomplished. -The importance of changing the way we speak and the words we use so they match the reality we want to create for ourselves. -Why you have to be specific in establishing your manifestations to get exactly what you want. -The universe will find a way to make things happen for you, if you in fact want them. -How the universe has to move matter around to make things happen i.e. Dense material things take more time than a state of mind or feeling. -What it means to let go when manifesting and how this is a crucial part of the process. Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #mercuryretrograde #manifestation #lawofattraction #gratitude #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

Existence is resistance. So much of our time in life is spent holding on to what no longer serves us! LET GO! It is time to let go. Easier said than done, of course, but we have each other, our spirit guides and angels, shadow work, and most importantly, ourselves to make it happen.  This episode we talk through some resistance we have been feeling as we enter another Mercury retrograde. We share our resistance in having tough conversations with family, diving into uncomfortable emotions in shadow work, and channeling our spirit guides. One of us attended a group healing session focusing on healing resistance to receiving. In the midst of this resistance, we get some much needed comic relief and wisdom while channeling messages from Spirit.  While healing our resistance isn’t instantaneous, it doesn’t have to take forever. You have two choices: you can let go and move into your new story or you can keep resisting and living out your old story. Once you choose to let go, REALLY let go, watch the universe deliver and receive your manifestations with open arms.  Where are you experiencing resistance in your life right now? What’s keeping you from letting go?  Key Takeaways:  -What is Mercury in retrograde and what does it affect. -How you experience cycles of shadow work, taking inventory, integration, and taking action. It is a lifelong practice. -How we bring out each other’s shadows by shining our light aka being our truest authentic selves. -Why focusing on the outcome you desire helps you move through uncomfortable emotions while doing your shadow work. -Why you need to be a safe space for yourself in order to heal and transform. -How shadow work helps you craft a toolbox of new beliefs and skills to pull from when encountering life’s situations. Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #mercuryretrograde #intuition #selfwork #selfhealing #shadowwork #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual ---  Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

Content Warning: Childhood Sexual Abuse Last episode, we started our discussion on shadow work and talked about it as a cornerstone practice within the spiritual journey. There is so much to unpack around this topic! So, this episode we take a deeper dive into our personal shadow work experiences. We share some of our own shadows that we’re currently working through and how shadow work presents itself in unexpected ways in our lives. We discuss a common shadow of feeling less than/ not good enough; the story being that our voices and presence aren’t as important, so why put ourselves out there. We also unpack a shadow work bomb dropped on one of us after watching the 1986 movie Labyrinth! We often tell ourselves the same story based in limiting beliefs which perpetuates our same reality. Shadow work helps us rewrite that story to align with our higher self and write a new story that creates the reality we’ve always wanted. What stories have you been telling yourself lately? Is it a story you want to continue living out or are you ready to rewrite the script? Key Takeaways:  -How we are doing shadow work even when we don’t realize it. -The universal truth that we all need to share our voices because our message and story does matter. -Why identifying limiting beliefs is a starting point for shadow work. -What becomes possible when you integrate with your shadows. -Why breaking the body's chemical response and rewiring your neural pathways is key to integrating your shadows. -How our shadows are the same old stories we tell ourselves and shadow work gives us the opportunity to rewrite our story. Resources: Soul Coach Melissa | @LoveTruthLight aka Melissa's website for readings and soul coaching TikTok @LoveTruthLight | Spiritual Guidance Videos by Melissa Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #manifestation #selfwork #selfhealing #shadowwork #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

In our latest episodes, we talked about Taking Inventory and Taking Aligned Action. An important component to this equation of self work and manifestation is Shadow Work!  This foundational practice boosts your spiritual journey to a new level of self discovery, self love, and self acceptance. So why do we avoid it? It can be uncomfortable navigating these dark parts of ourselves but they are just that, a part of us, another part that needs a little love and light.  Only you can do your shadow work but you can always call in a guiding hand to support you along the way. Whether it's the Practically Spiritual community, your Spirit Guides, friends, or family, we can help each other find the light within ourselves even in the darkest of places. Are you ready to shine some light on your shadow?   Key Takeaways:  -What is shadow work and what it means to do the work. -How to talk about your trauma in a productive way. -What it means to become addicted to shadow work and getting caught up in the darkness. -How inner child healing is a key component of shadow work. -The value in remaining neutral and releasing negative emotions brought up from shadow work. -Why it is important to ask your body what it needs versus blaming your body for not feeling good. -How spirituality is connecting with people who share your vision and manifesting that reality together.  Resources:  Soul Coach Melissa | @LoveTruthLight aka Melissa's website for readings and soul coaching TikTok @LoveTruthLight | Spiritual Guidance Videos by Melissa Unlocking Us with Brené Brown | A podcast about universal experiences of being human Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #manifestation #selfwork #selfhealing #shadowwork #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual  ---  Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

So you took inventory? You have some brief or specific things about your life that are working and not working, how you’re feeling mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Now what? Well, we need to take action! Or take *aligned* action as it’s sometimes called. After all, we want to make progress in an intentional way. This is a practice we are still figuring out! We help each other land on some actionable steps and discuss how accountability is a major piece of the puzzle. Alright, it’s time to get to work! Take your inventory and take aligned action so we can level up! Key Takeaways: -How there is a paradox of letting your manifestations go and taking aligned action. -What different ways you can take inventory before taking action. -How there is no formula to your spiritual journey & why you have to find what feels good for you when taking inventory and aligned action. -The importance of community along you spiritual journey. -Why it’s important to integrate your shadow self into your current self. -Why you need accountability and to start small when taking aligned action. -How sometimes you just need to trust the process and listen to your intuition. Resources: Soul Coach Melissa | Intuitive Channeler & Soul Coach | Offers individual & group readings Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza | A book to help you understand and unlock your magic Angel Numbers 101 by Doreen Virtue | A guide to understanding repetitive number sequences Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #manifestation #lawofattraction #intuition #shadowwork #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

Have you checked in with yourself lately? Like, really checked in?  This episode we “take inventory” of our past week and share what that process looks and feels like for us. It’s such a vital practice to move you more gracefully through your spiritual journey. It can be as simple or grandiose as you want! Whatever feels good to you, just make sure to pop in and ask yourself what’s working, what’s not working, and what can foster progress.  In taking our own inventory in this episode, we reflect on some jarring situations from the past week that brought up some strong emotions and limiting beliefs. We discuss how our spiritual growth allowed us to show up in a more powerful way to face these shadows. So let’s take inventory and integrate the old and new to level up!  Key Takeaways:  -What it means to take inventory.  -When external validation is helpful vs internal validation.  -How to kill your shadow self with love and learn to embrace your higher self. -How to use morning pages and other easy practices to take inventory. -Why the bare minimum is more than enough and necessary to reboot yourself. -Why taking inventory of your physical body is a good starting point.  Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #limitingbeliefs #shadowwork #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual  ---  Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

After a couple weeks of spiritual confusion we are finally feeling a little clarity. It’s time to give credit where credit is due! And that’s thanks to our spirit guides. This episode we discuss our most recent experiences with our spirit guides. Ty shares about her second session with April Jay, an ancestral healing guide and psychic medium, where she officially meets her spirit guide, Steve! And Lex shares how her spirit guides continue to deliver messages through some questionable song choices. Our spirit guides are our cheerleaders and our buddies to help us enjoy our wild spiritual journey. They offer loving support when you call on them. Learning to craft your connection with them is magical and totally doable! Have you checked in with your spirit guides lately? Key Takeaways: -How you don’t need to know the exact way you will get your manifestation. -How your spiritual journey is not linear. -What it can feel like in the presence of a spirit guide. -Why it’s helpful to know your spirit guide’s name. -How meditating can connect you with your spirit guides. -What it can be like to receive messages from your spirit guides. -The value in having a spiritual professional guide you deeper along your spiritual journey. Resources:  April Jay | Ancestral Healer, Spiritual Mentor, & Channeler | Offers individual readings & healing sessions Soul Coach Melissa | Intuitive Channeler & Soul Coach | Offers individual & group readings Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza | A book to help you understand and unlock your magic Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #spiritguides #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #spirituality #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

In this episode, we expand on the feelings we were having last week. Our spiritual ascension started to feel like it came to a plateau. We have felt so much inconsistency and uncertainty lately! Along your spiritual path you’ll often come to a point where you’ve done a lot of the inner work and realize you’re the creator of your reality, BUT what the actual hell are you supposed to be doing?! Join us as we finally gain some clarity and unpack messages we asked for from Spirit. We hope that what we learned will make your spiritual journey a little smoother as we ride the ebb and flow of the universe together. Key Takeaways: -How to get passed feeling stuck/blocked/uninspired. -How to use your resources around you to receive messages from Spirit. -Why leveling up means getting specific about what you want. -Why asking the universe for your next step isn’t always the answer. -How using your thoughts to alter your emotional state changes your reality. -How being intentional about self work means setting aside time and embracing self love. -How reprogramming your brain allows you to embrace change. Resources:  @AbrahamPiper TikTok | Two things to tell yourself when you're inspired. @AntojaiQuantumReiki TikTok | Stop doubting yourself and be the creator of your reality! April Jay | Ancestral Healer, Spiritual Mentor, & Channeler | Offers individual readings & healing sessions Dolores Cannon | World Renowned Author, Speaker, Hypnotherapist and Past-Life Regressionist Mind Valley Masterclass: Redesign Your Life | Discover how to redesign your life in 12 distinct dimensions. Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #spiritualascension #spiritualjourney #spiritualawakening #manifestation #spirituality #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message

Today’s episode is about the wonderfully messy experience that is spiritual ascension at times. Right now, it feels to us a little like a plateau…we’ve done some shadow work and introduced some spiritual practices but now what? Join us as we unpack this feeling of inconsistency and uncertainty along our spiritual journey. It isn’t all excitement and breakthroughs; there are lulls. And that’s okay! A steady pace ensures for consistent progress. We’re in this for the long haul, are you? Let’s level up together! Key Takeaways: -Believing Spirit/Universe has your back. -How when we’re working toward a goal we’re really working toward an emotional state. -Finding ease in saying affirmations and talking to spirit guides while driving. -The power of saying your manifestations and affirmations out loud. -Remembering it’s okay to be experiencing a spiritual accession lull or plateau. -Leveling up means getting clear in what you want in every part of your life. Connect with us on Instagram @Practically.Spiritual Watch us on TikTok @Practically.Spiritual #spiritualascension #spiritualjourney #spirituality #spiritguides #practicallyspiritual --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/practically-spiritual/message