Holding It Lightly

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   1. 14. All About LOVE

   Love is on the brain this week! Tune in to this week's episode of where Lauren and Brad explore the profound topic of love. Together they delve into questions like "What is love?" and "How do we obtain it?" guided by the wisdom found in Bell Hooks' book "All About Love." Listen to them examine why society has often presented us with a skewed definition of love and how we can cultivate a more mature perspective to construct a life abundant with love.

   May 29,2024 01:11:37
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   2. 13. We are All Just Animal (Instincts)

   Join Lauren and Brad for this week's episode of Holding It Lightly as we explore the fascinating realm of Enneagram instincts. They say that while a thought moves at the speed of x, an emotion moves at 10x, and your instinct races at 100x. In this episode, we delve into the three primal instincts that drive us from the depths of our gut: Self-preservation, Sexual, and Social. Tune in to discover what might be fueling your actions, and how you can transcend these instincts to lead a more consciou

   May 16,2024 01:16:51
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   3. 12. How to Have Faith & to Learn to Trust Yourself

   Tune in to this week's episode of Holding It Lightly, where Brad and Lauren explore the powerful themes of faith and self-trust. Join us as we delve into how to cultivate genuine faith in ourselves and in the universe—not the cliché wooden home decor sign kind of faith, but a deep and authentic trust in the natural flow of life. Discover how faith serves as the antidote to feelings of inadequacy and learn practical ways we are both trying to have more faith in our own lives

   May 01,2024 54:15
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   4. 11. Somatic Healing & The Body with Lyssa Mandel

   Welcome to this week's episode of Holding It Lightly! Join hosts Lauren and Brad as they dive deep into the world of healing and self-discovery with special guest Lyssa Mandel. Lyssa, an incredible somatic healer and astrology guru, joins the conversation to shed light on the intricacies of our bodies and share invaluable insights on the path to healing.In this enlightening episode, Lauren and Brad explore Lyssa's personal growth journey, delve into the fascinating realm of the enneagram (becaus

   Apr 25,2024 01:25:20
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   5. 10. Metamorphosis: Exploring Life, Death, and Rebirth with Florence!

   Welcome to Holding It Lightly! This week, we're thrilled to introduce our very first guest, Florence Friebe. Florence wears many hats as an improviser, healer, and spiritual seeker, too. Join us as Florence shares her journey of confronting mortality head-on and experiencing a powerful rebirth through plant medicine.In this episode, Lauren, Brad, and Florence delve into themes of love, spirituality, and Florence's upbringing in an evangelical environment. She opens up about her process of decons

   Apr 18,2024 01:11:07
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   6. 9. What The Hell?

   Join hosts Lauren and Brad as they fearlessly dive into one of the most provocative concepts: hell. In this episode of Holding It Lightly, they embark on a thought-provoking journey to unravel the layers of meaning behind this age-old notion. Delving into the origins of the concept, they examine its historical roots and how it has evolved over time.From its early religious significance to its present-day connotations, Lauren and Brad explore why the idea of hell remains a trigger word for so man

   Apr 10,2024 01:14:31
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   7. 8. Enoughness Part 2

   Even more enough!Tune in to this week's episode of "Holding It Lightly" as hosts Lauren and Brad dive into insightful discussions sparked by the second episode of "Enoughness." Delve into the complexities of dating and the pursuit of feeling "enough" even when seeking a partner with differing desires. Explore the theme of travel and the profound realization that wherever you go, there you are. Uncover the roots of feeling inadequate, whether from societal pressures or childhood experiences, and

   Apr 02,2024 01:01:54
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   8. 7. Enoughness: How to Feel Like You Are Enough

   Join us as we explore why society constantly bombards us with messages that we're not enough, and how these beliefs shape our lives. In this week's episode, Brad and Lauren take a deep dive into the pervasive feelings of inadequacy that plague so many of us.We turn the spotlight on the root causes of our collective struggle with self-worth. From societal standards to the influence of social media, we dissect the factors contributing to our feelings of insufficiency.Through candid anecdotes and t

   Mar 27,2024 01:25:06
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   9. 6. It's the Enneagram! Part 2

   In this Enneagram part two episode, we talk through enneagram numbers 6, 7, and 8. Join us as we navigate the unique traits and tendencies of the Enneagram types, discussing how individuals belonging to these numbers can embark on a journey towards healthier living. Through embracing acceptance and self-awareness, we explore how individuals can come to realize their intrinsic worth and sufficiency.Whether you're familiar with the Enneagram or just beginning to explore its intricacies, this episo

   Mar 19,2024 01:12:22
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    10. 5. It's the Enneagram! (Part 1)

    The Enneagram can be one of the most difficult and transformative things you’ll ever learn about yourself……..so let’s at least have a fun time with it, right?!  In this episode, Lauren guides us through her introductory course, tapping into the wisdom of Beatrice Chestnut, Richard Rohr, and Andreas Ebert among others, while keeping it lighthearted and fun.  Come explore all the things that are preventing you from being your best self and share real “aha!” moments with us as we figure out what yo

    Mar 13,2024 01:29:10
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    11. 4. Holy Goallessness and The Path of Redemption

    In Episode 4, Lauren and Brad dive into the liberating concept of Holy Goallessness. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between goal attainment and spirituality, advocating for nonattachment, finding flow, and the joy of living life without fixating on outcomes.  We delve into the challenging conversation of setting boundaries with family, acknowledging that this journey is and must be a solo pilgrimage. We reflect on how Christianity has been weaponized to exclude rather than embr

    Mar 06,2024 01:12:29
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    12. 3. Navigating Spiral Dynamics Part 2

    Lauren & Brad explore continue our journey and wrap up our overview of Spiral Dynamics and why we are being called to change our minds. If you heard part 1 and want to know more about advanced levels of Spiral Dynamics (Yellow to Turquoise), tune in!Is it long and rambling? Always! But will you learn something new about the pathway to transformation? Yes!Tune in to shine a light on the path to healing and transformation. Because no matter how dark the journey may seem, there's always a way to ho

    Feb 27,2024 01:52:27
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    13. 2. Why Manifestation Culture Isn't It & How to Love More

    Welcome back to Holding It Lightly with your hosts, Lauren and Brad! Today, we're excited to delve deeper into the captivating world of Spiral Dynamics in part 2 of our exploration.We are also tackling why we think manifestation culture can put you on the wrong path, and that deeper love relationships can exist when you let go of the things you want and sit with the beauty of what you have and what you can give. Join us as we journey through the intricate layers of human development and consciou

    Feb 19,2024 01:14:14
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    14. Holding It Lightly Trailer

    Why should you listen to Holding It Lightly? This trailer explains who we are and what we will talk about that will hopefully help us all keep walking each other home.

    Feb 12,2024 00:58
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    15. 1. Moving Into the Second Half of Life

    Join hosts Brad Stuart and Lauren Douglass as they embark on a journey to explore the second half of life with curiosity, compassion, and humor. In their debut episode, Brad and Lauren share their motivations for starting the podcast and delve into why they're tackling the sometimes murky waters of midlife. With many of their friends pondering life's deeper questions, they seek to navigate the existential terrain, discussing how to navigate the dark night of the soul and embrace a transformative

    Feb 12,2024 01:30:30