Spiritual Bypassing: Why Feeling Good Is Not Enough

The Soul's Work Podcast

In this episode, Janice dives into the topic of spiritual bypassing, and explains why the prevalent "feel good, vibe high" and law of attraction teachings in the spiritual/self-development spaces are not enough in: 1) addressing the complex challenges and social barriers that people face in trying to create the life that they want; and 2) promoting a comprehensive "spiritual toolbox" to equip people with in their spiritual development journeys.

Originally published: April 4, 2018
Read Janice's 4-years-later reflections on the episode here: "S1 | EP10: Are You Vibing High or Committing Spiritual Bypassing?" (The Soul's Work Blog)
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Show notes:

• 0:45: What we discuss in this episode
• 1:32: A personal update on my life
• 5:05: The book that triggered me to speak about spiritual bypassing
• 7:00: What is spiritual bypassing?
• 8:11: The connection between spiritual bypassing and privilege
• 8:46: My very important disclaimer about positive-thinking strategies
• 10:35: The need for shadow work to experience greater alignment and authenticity
• 11:53: How “feel good, receive good” teachings can be harmful
• 13:03: How my past experiences of struggle have informed my views of the “law of attraction” approach
• 16:09: The other things that people who lack privilege need to gain wealth and a “happy life”
• 20:40: An illustrative journal entry from 10 years ago
• 23:10: Recapping the episode so far
• 26:30: How spiritual bypassing can result in feeling shame and failure
• 30:56: My call to action to “spiritual leaders”
• 33:02: My encouragement to my dear listeners on their self-development journey

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• "9 Reflective Writing Prompts to Explore White Fragility, Spiritual Bypassing or White Privilege" (Leesa Renée Hall)