Spiritual bypassing exposed: the truth about healing you’re not hearing with ​​Nicky Yazbeck | Ep 215

What if the very thing you believe is helping you heal… is actually keeping you stuck?In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, we explore the hidden side of personal growth — spiritual bypassing — and why true healing requires more than just “staying positive” or thinking your way out of pain.Joined by trauma-informed psychotherapist and host of The Connected Community Podcast, Nicky Yazbeck shares her journey through burnout, deep trauma work, and the transformative role of plant medicine in reconnecting to her authentic self.Together, we unpack:What spiritual bypassing really is (and how to spot it in your own life)Why avoiding emotions like grief, anger, and fear can block true healingHow trauma lives in the body, not just the mindThe power of EMDR in rewiring deep-rooted patternsWhat shadow work actually looks like in real lifeWhy curiosity, not judgement, is the key to emotional freedomThe role of plant medicine in uncovering unconscious wounds (and why it’s not for everyone)This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t about becoming a “better” version of yourself — it’s about coming home to who you really are, including the parts you’ve been taught to hide.If you’ve ever felt stuck on your healing journey, struggled with people-pleasing, or sensed there’s more beneath the surface… this conversation will challenge, validate, and expand your perspective.🎧 Expect raw honesty, practical insights, and a deeper understanding of what real healing actually requires.Nicky Yazbeck is a licensed, trauma-informed psychotherapist specialising in EMDR and psychodynamic therapy, as well as a yoga teacher, podcast host, and Kambo practitioner.With nearly 30 years of experience, her work sits at the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and embodied healing. She helps individuals move beyond spiritual bypassing and into honest, grounded transformation.Nicky brings a deep understanding of the nervous system, trauma, and shadow work, guiding people toward greater self-awareness, emotional integration, and authentic connection with themselves.Connect with Nicky online:Website: https://nickyyyoga.com/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@theconnectedcommunity?si=cfRiH0quHMqxKm0