I Thought Christianity Was the Problem

In this episode, I share my personal journey from Catholicism to the New Age world and ultimately back to a deeper relationship with God.For many years, I believed spirituality offered the freedom, healing, and connection I was searching for. Like many women navigating burnout, mental health challenges, and personal growth, I found myself exploring energy work, healing practices, plant medicine, manifestation, and other spiritual teachings.Over time, however, I began to notice things that challenged my beliefs and forced me to ask deeper questions about faith, truth, discernment, and my relationship with God.In this conversation, I discuss:* Why so many people move from Christianity into New Age spirituality* What attracted me to the spiritual world* The similarities and differences between New Age beliefs and Christianity* The importance of discernment in your healing journey* My experiences in both spiritual and Christian communities* Why your relationship with God is ultimately personal* How faith, responsibility, authenticity, and reverence create a softer lifeThis is not an episode about convincing you what to believe. It is an invitation to think critically, stay curious, and strengthen your own relationship with God.Whether you identify as Christian, spiritual, somewhere in between, or are still figuring it out, I hope this conversation encourages you to seek truth with humility, courage, and an open heart.If this episode resonated with you and you’re interested in joining one of my upcoming retreats, send me your email address and I’ll send you more information about future retreat opportunities. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit melissabourne.substack.com