082: Steve Taylor on A Practical Guide To Spiritual Awakening

Join us on the Soulful Sound podcast as we journey into the realm of spiritual awakening with the remarkable Steve Taylor, PhD. Together, we explore the profound expansion of awareness that transcends the mechanical view of our existence, challenging the notion that we are mere biochemical machines. Listen in as Steve recounts his own spiritual experiences and how they propelled him on a quest for understanding within the field of psychology, revealing that this awakening is accessible to all, regardless of one's religious or spiritual leanings. The power of voice as a conduit for healing threads through our discussion, illuminating the intersections between psychology and spirituality. Steve and I consider the limitations of traditional psychology in acknowledging spiritual experiences, and how transpersonal psychology serves as a bridge. We share insights on the inner journey towards happiness, emphasising the transformative potential within each individual. Through our conversation, we uncover the sacred interconnectedness of all things, highlighting the beauty and necessity of recognising this bond for personal growth and societal healing. Steve and I explore the life-affirming shift from accumulation to contribution, sharing practical wisdom on how to enhance well-being through everyday interactions. We delve into the liberating power of detachment, the joy of embracing mortality, and the paradoxical freedom that often follows the loss of attachments. Our dialogue is a tribute to the carefree essence of childhood and a call to recognise the urgent need for societal healing through the realisation of our shared humanity. Tune in to this episode for a soulful exchange that promises to leave you with a deeper appreciation for life's interconnectedness and the potential for personal growth within us all. 0:00:00 - Intro00:02:14 - Spiritual Awakening and Connection0:05:30 - Psychology & Spirituality in Partnership0:09:00 - The Adventure of Awakening0:13:41 - The Eight Qualities of Wakefulness 0:17:57 - The Disidentification with the Thinking Mind (Practical)0:23:25 - Awareness and Observing Thought Processes0:29:42 - Shifting From Accumulation to Contribution0:39:30 - Acceptance vs Resisting 0:42:59 - Detachment and Embracing Mortality Connect With Steve:Website: www.StevenMTaylor.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevetaylorauthor/ - Learn how to speak up in professional and personal settings - https://www.simoneniles.com/women-circle- Join THE VOICE REVOLUTION! FREE Audio Training - https://www.simoneniles.com/the-voice-revolution- Become a qualified Sound Healer:​ https://www.simoneniles.com/sound-healing-practitioner-training- More info at: https://www.simoneniles.com About Simone Niles: Transformational Coach Sound Healer and Vocalist Empowering conscious, soul-driven, creatives and entrepreneurs to us their voice for healing, transformation and impact. You can follow Simone at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simone_niles/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simoneniles/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonenilesofficial #podcast​ #soulfullsoundpodcast​ #simoneniles The views and opinions expressed by guests of The Soulfull Sound Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or position of the host. Any content provided by our guests are of their opinion and are not intended to defame any belief, religion, ethnic group, organisation, company, individual or anyone/anything.