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From Cult to Consciousness: Astrology, Shadow Work & Spiritual Truth - STP 75

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Let us know what you thought of the episode!To watch the full YouTube video visit: @spiritualteacherschannel on YouTube!What happens when your spiritual journey leads you into a cult… and back out again?In this episode of the Spiritual Teachers Podcast, Petr sits down with Sher Kirti to explore astrology, shadow work, spiritual awakening, and the hidden dangers of spiritual communities.Sher shares her deeply personal journey—from a Buddhist upbringing to exploring yoga, psychedelics, and mystical communities—eventually finding herself in a spiritual group that revealed toxic and cult-like dynamics.We explore: Sher’s full spiritual awakening journey (Buddhism, yoga, ego death)  The dark side of spiritual communities and cult experiences  Shadow work, self-awareness, and reclaiming personal power  Astrology basics: birth charts, houses, signs, and nodes  Western vs Vedic astrology explained  Astrology and free will vs destiny  Spiritual guides, entities, and protection  The role of astrology in relationships, purpose, and life direction  The connection between astrology and the I ChingThis episode is a grounded yet expansive look at spirituality—balancing mystical exploration with critical thinking and self-trust.To connect with Sher:BLOG - https://sherkirti.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chipsYT CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/@sherkirti/videosASTRO & TAROT BOOKING: https://alignmentoflight.com/sherkirtiTo acquire ceremonial grade hape and other sacred medicines visit: www.yaguar.usTo purchase Shilajit from Lajit Gold:https://lajitgold.com/?sca_ref=9175024.jSwYOVAubAM9PwUse coupon code: STP15 for a 15% discount!Chapters:00:00 Introduction 02:10 Sher’s Spiritual Awakening Journey 07:30 Buddhism, Yoga & Ego Death Experience 12:40 Discovering Spiritual Communities 18:20 When Spirituality Becomes a Cult 26:10 Gaslighting & Toxic Group Dynamics 33:45 Shadow Work & Self-Awareness 40:10 Encounters with Spiritual Guides & Entities 48:30 Dark Night of the Soul & Self-Protection 55:20 Astrology Basics Explained (Charts, Houses, Signs) 01:05:00 Western vs Vedic Astrology 01:12:40 Astrology & Free Will Debate 01:18:30 Astrology for Life Purpose & Timing 01:25:10 North Node, South Node & Karma 01:32:00 Generational Planets & Collective Shifts 01:38:20 Astrology & I Ching Connection 01:42:00 Final ThoughtsKeywords:spiritual awakening, astrology explained, birth chart, shadow work, cult experience, leaving a cult, spiritual podcast, consciousness, ego death, dark night of the soul, spiritual journey, astrology for beginners, vedic astrology, western astrology, astrology houses, zodiac signs meaning, north node south node, karma astrology, astrology and destiny, astrology and free will, spiritual guides, entities, psychic experiences, new age spirituality, toxic spirituality, spiritual abuse, healing journey, self awareness, personal growth, mysticism, tarot, i ching, divination, astrology reading, saturn transit, pluto astrology, aquarius age, spiritual truth, awakening symptomsHashtags:#SpiritualAwakening #Astrology #ShadowWork #CultSurvivor #SpiritualJourney #Consciousness #DarkNightOfTheSoul #AstrologyExplained #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney #MysticismSupport the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let us know what you thought of the episode!To watch the full YouTube video visit: @spiritualteacherschannel on YouTube!What happens when your spiritual journey leads you into a cult… and back out again?In this episode of the Spiritual Teachers Podcast, Petr sits down with Sher Kirti to explore astrology, shadow work, spiritual awakening, and the hidden dangers of spiritual communities.Sher shares her deeply personal journey—from a Buddhist upbringing to exploring yoga, psychedelics, and mystical communities—eventually finding herself in a spiritual group that revealed toxic and cult-like dynamics.We explore: Sher’s full spiritual awakening journey (Buddhism, yoga, ego death)  The dark side of spiritual communities and cult experiences  Shadow work, self-awareness, and reclaiming personal power  Astrology basics: birth charts, houses, signs, and nodes  Western vs Vedic astrology explained  Astrology and free will vs destiny  Spiritual guides, entities, and protection  The role of astrology in relationships, purpose, and life direction  The connection between astrology and the I ChingThis episode is a grounded yet expansive look at spirituality—balancing mystical exploration with critical thinking and self-trust.To connect with Sher:BLOG - https://sherkirti.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chipsYT CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/@sherkirti/videosASTRO & TAROT BOOKING: https://alignmentoflight.com/sherkirtiTo acquire ceremonial grade hape and other sacred medicines visit: www.yaguar.usTo purchase Shilajit from Lajit Gold:https://lajitgold.com/?sca_ref=9175024.jSwYOVAubAM9PwUse coupon code: STP15 for a 15% discount!Chapters:00:00 Introduction 02:10 Sher’s Spiritual Awakening Journey 07:30 Buddhism, Yoga & Ego Death Experience 12:40 Discovering Spiritual Communities 18:20 When Spirituality Becomes a Cult 26:10 Gaslighting & Toxic Group Dynamics 33:45 Shadow Work & Self-Awareness 40:10 Encounters with Spiritual Guides & Entities 48:30 Dark Night of the Soul & Self-Protection 55:20 Astrology Basics Explained (Charts, Houses, Signs) 01:05:00 Western vs Vedic Astrology 01:12:40 Astrology & Free Will Debate 01:18:30 Astrology for Life Purpose & Timing 01:25:10 North Node, South Node & Karma 01:32:00 Generational Planets & Collective Shifts 01:38:20 Astrology & I Ching Connection 01:42:00 Final ThoughtsKeywords:spiritual awakening, astrology explained, birth chart, shadow work, cult experience, leaving a cult, spiritual podcast, consciousness, ego death, dark night of the soul, spiritual journey, astrology for beginners, vedic astrology, western astrology, astrology houses, zodiac signs meaning, north node south node, karma astrology, astrology and destiny, astrology and free will, spiritual guides, entities, psychic experiences, new age spirituality, toxic spirituality, spiritual abuse, healing journey, self awareness, personal growth, mysticism, tarot, i ching, divination, astrology reading, saturn transit, pluto astrology, aquarius age, spiritual truth, awakening symptomsHashtags:#SpiritualAwakening #Astrology #ShadowWork #CultSurvivor #SpiritualJourney #Consciousness #DarkNightOfTheSoul #AstrologyExplained #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney #MysticismSupport the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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