The Pyramid No One Wants to Admit Exists in Coaching

EPISODE · Nov 17, 2025 · 23 MIN

The Pyramid No One Wants to Admit Exists in Coaching

from Functional Spirituality · host Ava Irani

Have you ever felt something is “off” in the coaching or wellness industry? In this episode, Ava unpacks the invisible pyramid shaping these spaces and why so many of us feel uneasy inside them. We explore skill bypassing, surface culture, cognitive dissonance and what real integrity looks like in practice.  A grounded, necessary conversation for anyone devoted to integrity, embodiment and real service.   Chapter markers 00:00 Introduction 02:17 The invisible pyramid 03:37 Bypassing the skill 05:06 Marketing mechanisms 06:40 The surface culture 07:51 Responsibility at the top 11:20 Cognitive dissonance 14:25 A way forward 19:30 Slower businesses, bigger impact 22:00 Integrity   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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