Sleep Paralysis (Ep. 30)

What happens when an experience feels both deeply physical and deeply spiritual?This week, we respond to a listener who has struggled with sleep paralysis for years. While they understand the scientific explanations behind sleep paralysis, part of them still wonders if there's a spiritual dimension to what they're experiencing.It's a question many people quietly wrestle with: Can something be explained neurologically and still carry personal, emotional, or spiritual meaning?In this conversation, we explore the fascinating science of sleep paralysis, why these experiences can feel so terrifyingly real, and how different cultures throughout history have interpreted them. We also discuss the overlap between faith, psychology, and meaning-making, and whether therapy can help even when someone holds spiritual beliefs about their experiences.Most importantly, we talk about how fear surrounding sleep paralysis can begin affecting daily life—and why support, understanding, and treatment don't require abandoning your faith or worldview.Have a question? Email us at [email protected], use the link below, or DM us on IG or TikTok at @askatherapist_podSubmit Your Question Here!Find Kenzie at therapy-with-kenzie.com or @therapywithkenzieFind Carli at carlikingtherapy.com or @carlikinglmft