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Aug 17, 2025 20 min

What is an AWAKE teacher?

from Functional Spirituality Hosted by Ava Irani

Living on the surface of language and concepts doesn’t truly serve us. To grow spiritually, we need to dive deeper — avoiding assumptions and quick conclusions. In this episode, Ava unpacks the confusion around what it really means to be an “awake teacher” and explores a functional approach to spirituality that invites thoughtful reflection. Tune in to deepen your understanding and shift how you relate to spirituality. Chapter markers: 00:30 Introduction 01:24 What is an awake teacher? 03:51 Why I avoid the term awake 07:06 My problem with these terms 09:31 The problem is not the explanations 10:09 The rationalisation of inappropriate behaviour 12:03 Can’t I just loosen up? 13:12 Healthy scepticism 14:38 Why are people doing this 15:42 Is it wrong to praise teachers? 18:09 Conclusion Increasing accessibility to functional healing + non-dual spiritual oneness: www.functionalspirituality.com Free resources: Newsletter sign-up: A monthly update for me on new offers and the energy of the month. Community meditation: Join the Functional Spirituality Group and enjoy a free resource for meditators and yogis to connect to and enjoy a like-minded community. Free training - 3 part method of Functional Spirituality: Learn the clear, practical framework for deep healing, emotional regulation, and spiritual integration. Connect on Socials Where you can hear from us in daily life Personal account & Functional Spirituality: @functionalspirituality Studio: @spandaschool Lavandula Botanicals: @lavandula.botanicals

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