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Holding It Lightly
by Lauren Douglass & Brad Stuart
Welcome to ”Holding It Lightly,” the podcast where comedians and spiritual seekers Lauren The Seeker and Brad Stuart share their transformative journey from life’s darkest depths to the light. Drawing inspiration from wisdom teachers like Richard Rohr, Liz Gilbert, and Jack Kornfield, they explore how releasing attachments can lead to discovering one’s inner ’Enoughness’.This isn’t a Christian podcast; it’s a candid exploration of what holds us back from happiness, inviting listeners to find their own pathways to true joy beyond traditional religious structures. With a unique blend of comedy and spirituality, Lauren and Brad delve into personal experiences and transformative practices that have helped them rise from their lowest points.If you’ve ever felt the weight of holding on too tightly, ”Holding It Lightly” invites you to loosen your grip and explore the freedom that comes with embracing life with an open heart.
Episodes
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30. Why Generosity Makes You Rich
In this episode of Holding It Lightly, hosts Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into the messy, meaningful layers of generosity, not just as a virtue, but as a lens for living. From the parallels between improv and real human connection, to the tension between profit and purpose, they explore…
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29. What Are The Soapbox Christians Yelling About?
In this episode, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into one of the most common phrases in Christianity “Jesus died for your sins” and ask: wait, what does that really mean? Whether you grew up in church, left it long ago, aren't sure what you believe (if anything), or are just curious about…
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28. Is Ambition Gross?
What if ambition doesn't mean climbing the ladder, but carving your own path entirely? In this episode of Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart unpack what it means to be ambitious, but through a different lens: less about chasing status, power, or money, and more about living with...
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27. The Agony of Change
In this episode of Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart get real about what happens when life knocks you down, and you're forced to make changes you didn't ask for. From job losses to heartbreak, they dive deep into how it feels when things don’t go according to plan, and how to…
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26. Money Talks
Money: it’s something we all deal with, but how do we keep it from taking over? In this episode of Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart explore our ever-changing relationship with money: how it intersects with social media, how it evolves through life, and why money itself isn’t…
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25. Spiritual Materialism and How to Not Stay Surface
This week on Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into the fascinating and often misunderstood topic of spiritual materialism. What is it? How can we recognize when we’re slipping into the trap of surface-level spirituality? (Think: using mindfulness or healing as a status...
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24. Trump Won Again. Now What?
In this episode, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into a timely and thought-provoking conversation about the aftermath of Trump's victory in the election. How do we maintain our peace in the midst of the unease we will all experience in the next four years? We explore the tensions between...
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23. WTF is Gratitude?
This week, Lauren n Brad dive into the question, "WTF is gratitude?" We see it on T-shirts, journals, and in every "live your best life" mantra, but what does it really mean? Is gratitude just another wellness trend, or is there something deeper behind the hype? In this episode, we unpack our…
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22. The Sacred Dance vs. The Survival Dance
This week’s episode of Holding It Lightly dives into the concept of the sacred dance. Bear with us, as Lauren shares her experiences at Burning Man, hopefully adding value rather than inducing any eye rolls. The sacred dance is all about letting go and reconnecting with your life force, while the...
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21. Midlife Doesn't Have to Be a Crisis
This week we dive deep into why the midlife crises is so often referenced but so poorly understood. We instead invite you to rethink this period as a profound opportunity to transform - a symbolic death of the old self to make way for the vibrant new life waiting to bloom. This episode is...
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20. Growing Younger as You Grow Older
I once saw a meme that said "One day, you went out to play with your friends for the last time ever, and you had no idea." Yeah, we aren't sure it needs to be that way either. In this episode, we look into Getting Younger As We Get Older, how a beginner's mindset can help put you in the right...
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19. Finding God & the 12 Steps with Patrick McCartney
In this week's episode, Lauren and Brad are joined by the incredibly talented Patrick McCartney, an actor, improviser, and seasoned Second City performer. Patrick opens up about his journey as a recovering alcoholic, sharing profound insights on spirituality, God, and the transformative power of...
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18. How to Tap Into Your Flow & Use Righteous Energy
It's opposites week on Holding It Lightly! Last week, Lauren and Brad dove into the art of rest, relaxation, and embracing laziness. This week, they're flipping the script and exploring how to tap into focused energy and find your flow. Join them as they discuss how to channel your energy to…
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17. The Power of Relaxation, Sitting, and Embracing Laziness
This week on Holding It Lightly, Lauren and Brad explore the vital case for embracing laziness, relaxation, and the simple act of sitting. Life demands a balance between planning, setting goals, and taking ownership of our experiences. Yet, the most profound moments often arise when we sit...
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16. How to Experience Life, Not Deliver Outcomes
Join Lauren and Brad as they make the case for laziness - sort of....this week explores the art of embracing life's flow and essence while moving beyond a fixation on outcomes. They delve into the concept of creating art for the sheer joy of being and self-expression, emphasizing the value of…
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15. The Beauty is in the Journey: Deconstruction to Reconstruction
Join Brad and Lauren on this week's episode of "Holding It Lightly" as they explore the profound themes of deconstruction and reconstruction in personal belief systems. They delve into the challenging process of stepping away from the familiar structures of religion, community, and faith,...
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14. All About LOVE
Love is on the brain this week! Tune in to this week's episode of where Lauren and Brad explore the profound topic of love. Together they delve into questions like "What is love?" and "How do we obtain it?" guided by the wisdom found in Bell Hooks' book "All About Love." Listen to them examine…
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13. We are All Just Animal (Instincts)
Join Lauren and Brad for this week's episode of Holding It Lightly as we explore the fascinating realm of Enneagram instincts. They say that while a thought moves at the speed of x, an emotion moves at 10x, and your instinct races at 100x. In this episode, we delve into the three primal instincts...
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12. How to Have Faith & to Learn to Trust Yourself
Tune in to this week's episode of Holding It Lightly, where Brad and Lauren explore the powerful themes of faith and self-trust. Join us as we delve into how to cultivate genuine faith in ourselves and in the universe—not the cliché wooden home decor sign kind of faith, but a deep and authentic...
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11. Somatic Healing & The Body with Lyssa Mandel
Welcome to this week's episode of Holding It Lightly! Join hosts Lauren and Brad as they dive deep into the world of healing and self-discovery with special guest Lyssa Mandel. Lyssa, an incredible somatic healer and astrology guru, joins the conversation to shed light on the intricacies of our...
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10. Metamorphosis: Exploring Life, Death, and Rebirth with Florence!
Welcome to Holding It Lightly! This week, we're thrilled to introduce our very first guest, Florence Friebe. Florence wears many hats as an improviser, healer, and spiritual seeker, too. Join us as Florence shares her journey of confronting mortality head-on and experiencing a powerful rebirth...
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9. What The Hell?
Join hosts Lauren and Brad as they fearlessly dive into one of the most provocative concepts: hell. In this episode of Holding It Lightly, they embark on a thought-provoking journey to unravel the layers of meaning behind this age-old notion. Delving into the origins of the concept, they examine...
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8. Enoughness Part 2
Even more enough! Tune in to this week's episode of "Holding It Lightly" as hosts Lauren and Brad dive into insightful discussions sparked by the second episode of "Enoughness." Delve into the complexities of dating and the pursuit of feeling "enough" even when seeking a partner with differing...
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7. Enoughness: How to Feel Like You Are Enough
Join us as we explore why society constantly bombards us with messages that we're not enough, and how these beliefs shape our lives. In this week's episode, Brad and Lauren take a deep dive into the pervasive feelings of inadequacy that plague so many of us. We turn the spotlight on the root…
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6. It's the Enneagram! Part 2
In this Enneagram part two episode, we talk through enneagram numbers 6, 7, and 8. Join us as we navigate the unique traits and tendencies of the Enneagram types, discussing how individuals belonging to these numbers can embark on a journey towards healthier living. Through embracing acceptance…
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5. It's the Enneagram! (Part 1)
The Enneagram can be one of the most difficult and transformative things you’ll ever learn about yourself……..so let’s at least have a fun time with it, right?! In this episode, Lauren guides us through her introductory course, tapping into the wisdom of Beatrice Chestnut, Richard Rohr, and…
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4. Holy Goallessness and The Path of Redemption
In Episode 4, Lauren and Brad dive into the liberating concept of Holy Goallessness. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between goal attainment and spirituality, advocating for nonattachment, finding flow, and the joy of living life without fixating on outcomes. We delve into the...
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3. Navigating Spiral Dynamics Part 2
Lauren & Brad explore continue our journey and wrap up our overview of Spiral Dynamics and why we are being called to change our minds. If you heard part 1 and want to know more about advanced levels of Spiral Dynamics (Yellow to Turquoise), tune in! Is it long and rambling? Always! But will you...
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2. Why Manifestation Culture Isn't It & How to Love More
Welcome back to Holding It Lightly with your hosts, Lauren and Brad! Today, we're excited to delve deeper into the captivating world of Spiral Dynamics in part 2 of our exploration. We are also tackling why we think manifestation culture can put you on the wrong path, and that deeper love...
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Holding It Lightly Trailer
Why should you listen to Holding It Lightly? This trailer explains who we are and what we will talk about that will hopefully help us all keep walking each other home. Join Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart on an exciting new podcast adventure packed with insights, laughs, and plenty of ‘aha!’...
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1. Moving Into the Second Half of Life
Join hosts Brad Stuart and Lauren Douglass as they embark on a journey to explore the second half of life with curiosity, compassion, and humor. In their debut episode, Brad and Lauren share their motivations for starting the podcast and delve into why they're tackling the sometimes murky waters…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to ”Holding It Lightly,” the podcast where comedians and spiritual seekers Lauren The Seeker and Brad Stuart share their transformative journey from life’s darkest depths to the light. Drawing inspiration from wisdom teachers like Richard Rohr, Liz Gilbert, and Jack Kornfield, they explore how releasing attachments can lead to discovering one’s inner ’Enoughness’.This isn’t a Christian podcast; it’s a candid exploration of what holds us back from happiness, inviting listeners to find their own pathways to true joy beyond traditional religious structures. With a unique blend of comedy and spirituality, Lauren and Brad delve into personal experiences and transformative practices that have helped them rise from their lowest points.If you’ve ever felt the weight of holding on too tightly, ”Holding It Lightly” invites you to loosen your grip and explore the freedom that comes with embracing life with an open heart.
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Welcome to ”Holding It Lightly,” the podcast where comedians and spiritual seekers Lauren The Seeker and Brad Stuart share their transformative journey from life’s darkest depths to the light. Drawing inspiration from wisdom teachers like Richard Rohr, Liz Gilbert, and Jack Kornfield, they explore...
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