Three years ago I was broke, sharing an apartment with scorpions, and couldn't see a way forward. Then I discovered that laughter—the real, spontaneous kind—can be a powerful spiritual practice.In this episode we explore why ego and humor can't coexist, and how laughing at yourself transforms everything from meditation to life's hardest moments.What we cover:The scorpion story and the spiritual breakthrough that followedWhy heaviness is "spiritual death" and lightness is lifeHow to spot the cosmic joke in your own strugglesAncient wisdom on softness vs. rigidity in spiritual practiceThe line between toxic positivity and genuine humorFeaturing G.K. Chesterton's idea of "divine delight," Taoist wisdom on yielding over forcing, and practical ways to bring levity to real-world challenges.If spirituality has started to feel heavy, this is your permission to lighten up without losing depth.Want to share a thought?Support the show🔗 All links: https://linktr.ee/standingnowhere🎧 Listen on your favorite app💬 Join our community on Discord📩 Email: [email protected](Tap “Support the show” above to become a Patron — thank you!)

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