Listen "The Shadow We Refuse to See | Sitara Podcast Ep. 5 | Shadow Work, Fear, & True Enlightenment"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to Episode 5 of the Sitara Podcast, where we step off the path of “love and light” and into the shadows we refuse to see.In this episode, Caleb and Avi explore shadow work, fear, spiritual bypassing, and the hidden power of our darkness. Together, we discuss how the parts of ourselves we ignore often hold the keys to our growth and liberation.From Jungian psychology to Masonic ritual, from chaos magick to daily self-reflection, we reveal why confronting your shadow is the missing piece for those seeking true initiation and inner power.You’ll hear us reflect on:Why fear and the unknown are the first gates to self-masteryThe shadow as a teacher, not an enemyHow childlike courage and humility in initiation can unlock growthPractical ways to face your darkness and integrate your shadowBy the end, you’ll understand why avoiding the shadow leads to stagnation, and why embracing it leads to power, self-acceptance, and authentic freedom.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Opening Ritual & Introduction to Shadow Work 01:15 – Why Facing the Darkness Is the Hardest Step 04:03 – Talking to Your Younger Self and Apologizing to Your Shadow 06:45 – The Shadow as an Extension of You 08:00 – Hidden Qualities in the Darkness That Make You Whole 11:07 – Fear: The Real Enemy of Growth 13:25 – Facing the Unknown: Castles, Winding Stairs, and Life Decisions 17:00 – Masonic Initiation and Humility in the Face of Darkness 19:20 – Fear of Acceptance and Overconfidence in Life and Work 23:34 – Children and Fearlessness: What Adults Forget 26:15 – Trusting Intuition and the Human “Spidey Sense” 27:50 – Learning From Negatives and Refusing to Backtrack 29:08 – Timelines, Realizations, and Moving Forward 31:06 – Transformation Through Darkness and Chakra Openings 33:00 – Accepting Others Without Accepting Their Harmful Actions 35:18 – Humility and Growth in Masonry and Life 38:00 – Balancing Light and Darkness to Fully Understand Yourself 39:53 – Closing Reflections: Jumping Into the Shadows to Find the Truth🌐 Listen & Connect:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Ga9iY74vLpOhynSX8FOtP 📻 Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2490093 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575996781391Support the show
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