#173: I Was Afraid of My Own Power: Lessons From a Bufo Journey

What happens when the part of you that's been running your life refuses to let go? In this deeply personal solo episode, I share my third Bufo experience, the powerful ego death that unfolded, and the surprising realization that I had been resisting this medicine for nearly three years because I was afraid of my own power. We explore survival mode, heart-mind coherence, intuition, Kundalini energy, spiritual evolution, and the profound difference between living from fear versus living from alignment. This conversation isn't about promoting medicine—it's about sharing a personal experience and the insights that emerged from it. If you've ever felt disconnected from yourself, stuck in survival mode, or sensed that a more authentic version of you is trying to emerge, this episode may resonate deeply. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Episode Preview 00:43 Why I Felt Called Back to Bufo After 3 Years 03:13 "I'm Scared of How Powerful I Could Be" 07:42 The Heart-Mind Disconnection That Changed Everything 11:20 My Intense Ego Death Experience 13:03 What Happens to the Brain During Bufo 16:29 Survival Mode vs Soul Alignment 20:03 The Massive Emotional & Energetic Release 23:21 Kundalini Activation & Reclaiming My Power 25:57 Why My Relationship with Western Astrology Is Changing 27:52 Final Reflections & Integration 🎙️ ABOUT THE POWER & PURPOSE PODCAST The Power & Purpose Podcast explores consciousness, spirituality, astrology, human potential, healing, purpose, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation. Through solo episodes and inspiring guest interviews, Vanessa Soul helps listeners reconnect with their authentic path and step into greater alignment with their purpose. Connect with Vanessa Soul:🌐 Website: https://vanessasoul.com/Sacredsoulenergetics📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/vanessaasoul📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VanessaSoulWork📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessa.spiva.9Listen to the Power and Purpose Podcast:🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7itutYtXv9lVJQZcjcdg7C🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-and-purpose-podcast/id1713095352Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.