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EPISODE · Aug 20, 2025 · 16 MIN

Why You Feel Stuck: Understanding The Void in Shadow Work

from Shadow Work After Dark · host Jaclyn Proper

Are you in the void — that confusing, restless space where the old you has dissolved but the new version hasn’t fully formed yet? 🌑✨In this video, I share my personal experience with the liminal space of shadow work, also known in Jungian psychology and alchemy as the negredo — the stage of psychological death and rebirth. We’ll talk about what it feels like to be in the void, why it shows up during spiritual growth, and how to navigate it without forcing premature action.You’ll learn:What the void/liminal space actually is in shadow workHow dreams (like death imagery, jail, or grief themes) signal ego death and identity shiftsWhy trying to “manifest your way out” can keep you stuck longerPractical ways to navigate uncertainty, integrate change, and honor this sacred pauseHow to reframe the void as fertile ground for your next evolutionIf you’ve been feeling flat, uninspired, or questioning your direction, you might be in the void right now. This isn’t a breakdown — it’s a sacred integration phase that can transform you when you surrender instead of resist.💡 Whether you’re on a shadow work journey, exploring Jungian psychology, or just trying to make sense of an identity shift, this video will give you clarity and tools to sit with the unknown.🎤See me at SexDownSouth (Sept 4-6), use code JACLYN20 for 20% off→ [https://www.sexdownsouth.com/events/sdscon25]READY TO GO DEEPER? 🖤[📖 FREE Workbook: Erotic Shadow Workbook][👩‍💻Book a session with me here][🌹Be REBORN: An Erotic Shadow Journey]  [☕️ Support my work]Connect with Me:📱 TikTok: @jaclynproper📺 YouTube: @jaclynproperIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with someone who might benefit. About Jaclyn Proper: Jaclyn is a Jungian Coach & Underworld Priestess dedicated to helping you explore the depths of your psyche, embrace your true desires, and transform your life through conscious exploration and self-awareness. Join her as she breaks down barriers and opens up conversations about sexuality, creativity, and the journey towards wholeness.

Are you in the void — that confusing, restless space where the old you has dissolved but the new version hasn’t fully formed yet? 🌑✨ In this video, I share my personal experience with the liminal space of shadow work, also known in Jungian psychology and alchemy as the negredo — the stage of psychological death and rebirth. We’ll talk about what it feels like to be in the void, why it shows up during spiritual growth, and how to navigate it without forcing premature action. You’ll learn: What...

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