Alyssa Stefanson

The Awaken With Alyssa Podcast

Alyssa Stefanson

  • Spiritual Awakening Vs. Soul Initiation

Spiritual Awakening Vs. Soul Initiation

Wednesday 21st January 2026

Explore spiritual awakening with Alyssa Stefanson as she shares her journey from addiction to profound transformation.
Explicit
33 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Authentic
Healing

About this podcast

The Awaken With Alyssa Podcast
Author:
Alyssa Stefanson
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Categories:
Mindful Recovery
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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From Chaos to Clarity: Navigating Spiritual Awakening

Episode Overview

  • Spiritual awakening can be chaotic and destabilising initially.
  • Distinguish between ego awakening and deeper soul initiation.
  • Grief plays a crucial role in spiritual transformation.
  • Grounding and integration are essential for mature awakening.
  • Awakening is a lifelong cyclical process.
"Awakening isn't about escaping the human experience; it's about entering it more fully."
How do people find hope in the darkest times? Alyssa Stefanson offers a candid exploration of spiritual awakening versus soul initiation in her latest podcast episode. She shares her personal journey from rock bottom, through addiction and into a profound spiritual experience that reshaped her life. Alyssa breaks down the often glamorised idea of spiritual awakening, shedding light on its initial chaos and confusion.
She distinguishes between ego awakening, which is filled with intense emotions and synchronicities, and soul initiation, which requires grounding and integration. Alyssa brings in the wisdom of Carl Jung and Bill Plotkin to explain how true maturity comes not from escaping reality but embracing it fully. The episode is a heartfelt guide for those who feel lost during their spiritual journeys, offering practical advice on managing emotions and understanding the difference between early and mature awakenings.
With a touch of humour, Alyssa acknowledges that while the journey may be challenging, it ultimately leads to a deeper, more meaningful existence. Listeners will appreciate the grounded advice Alyssa provides, from recognising the importance of grieving old selves to embracing the cyclical nature of awakening. This episode is an invitation to reflect on your own journey and consider how embracing your true self can lead to profound transformation.
Whether you're at the start of your spiritual path or deep into your soul's journey, Alyssa's insights will resonate with anyone seeking a life filled with purpose and depth. Ready to embark on your own transformative journey?
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