<![CDATA[The Spiritual Embodiment Podcast]]>Join therapist and coach Samantha Redondo, LMFT as she dives into the intersection of spirituality and embodiment, exploring its significance in personal growth and healing. She discusses the impact of power in this dynamic, particularly in religious contexts, and shares her personal journey with spiritual trauma. These conversations emphasizes the importance of embodiment in connecting with our humanity and the collective experience, while also addressing the dangers of disembodiment in spiritual practices. Ultimately, Samantha advocates for a new way forward that integrates spirituality with embodied practices to foster healing and empowerment.

]]>samantharedondotherapy.com/podcastRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 02 May 2026 05:14:01 GMTThu, 12 Feb 2026 23:06:31 GMT60Samantha Redondo<p>Join therapist and coach Samantha Redondo, LMFT as she dives into the intersection of spirituality and embodiment, exploring its significance in personal growth and healing. She discusses the impact of power in this dynamic, particularly in religious contexts, and shares her personal journey with spiritual trauma. These conversations emphasizes the importance of embodiment in connecting with our humanity and the collective experience, while also addressing the dangers of disembodiment in spiritual practices. Ultimately, Samantha advocates for a new way forward that integrates spirituality with embodied practices to foster healing and empowerment.</p><p></p>episodicSamantha Redondosamanthamillertherapy@gmail.comno<![CDATA[From Formula to Ritual: Cultivating Self-Trust and Inner Knowing]]>In this episode, Samantha Redondo explores how the shift from relying on external formulas to cultivating personal rituals can deepen our self-trust, embodiment, and spiritual growth. Drawing from her personal experiences and therapeutic insights, she discusses how parts work, nervous system regulation, and embodied practices can help us reconnect with our inner wisdom and move beyond patterns of outsourcing our knowing.

Keywords:

high-control religion, spiritual deconstruction, embodiment, somatic, therapy, self-trust, self care, transformation.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the episode’s focus on spirituality, embodiment, and the intersection with personal growth
00:44 - The core theme: physical experience meets purpose, and the concept of ritual versus formula
01:14 - How high control environments influence our mindset and thinking patterns
02:10 - Personal story of financial avoidance and the realization about nervous system regulation and money blocks
04:32 - Discovering how internal tools for nervous system regulation can be applied to financial healing
06:50 - The emotional pull of marketing and the desire for quick fixes, and the red flags to watch for
08:22 - The importance of honest conversations with loved ones about financial investments
10:05 - The internal parts activated by disappointment and the inner child’s need for rescue
11:33 - How anxiety manifests physically and emotionally during challenging moments
13:26 - Recognizing the human drive for pain avoidance and the desire for quick rescue models
15:23 - The influence of early beliefs and messaging from high control religions on trusting external authorities
16:52 - How disillusionment with formulas can breed internal schemas that keep us stuck
17:20 - Reconnecting to inner wisdom and trusting oneself as a pathway to empowerment
20:06 - The concept of outsourcing knowing versus cultivating self-trust through rituals
26:50 - Building rituals as containers for internal relationship and trust development
28:07 - Practicing self-friendship and curiosity as foundations for trusting your inner voice
30:00 - Parts work and understanding inner subpersonalities, including the inner child
33:18 - Using parts work and re-parenting to foster internal safety and connection
36:07 - Transitioning from consumer to creator: the importance of integration and embodied practice
41:24 - Embodiment as a portal into internal knowing and how movement facilitates insight
44:46 - Practical tips for building rituals and connecting with your core self
45:16 - Invitation to access a bonus meditation for inner connection

Resources

]]>d74ccc55-e592-4255-afac-fe2a1b868c76Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:21:51 GMT<p>In this episode, Samantha Redondo explores how the shift from relying on external formulas to cultivating personal rituals can deepen our self-trust, embodiment, and spiritual growth. Drawing from her personal experiences and therapeutic insights, she discusses how parts work, nervous system regulation, and embodied practices can help us reconnect with our inner wisdom and move beyond patterns of outsourcing our knowing. </p><p></p><p>Keywords:</p><p>high-control religion, spiritual deconstruction, embodiment, somatic, therapy, self-trust, self care, transformation.</p><p> </p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p> 00:00 - Introduction to the episode’s focus on spirituality, embodiment, and the intersection with personal growth<br />00:44 - The core theme: physical experience meets purpose, and the concept of ritual versus formula<br />01:14 - How high control environments influence our mindset and thinking patterns<br />02:10 - Personal story of financial avoidance and the realization about nervous system regulation and money blocks<br />04:32 - Discovering how internal tools for nervous system regulation can be applied to financial healing<br />06:50 - The emotional pull of marketing and the desire for quick fixes, and the red flags to watch for<br />08:22 - The importance of honest conversations with loved ones about financial investments<br />10:05 - The internal parts activated by disappointment and the inner child’s need for rescue<br />11:33 - How anxiety manifests physically and emotionally during challenging moments<br />13:26 - Recognizing the human drive for pain avoidance and the desire for quick rescue models<br />15:23 - The influence of early beliefs and messaging from high control religions on trusting external authorities<br />16:52 - How disillusionment with formulas can breed internal schemas that keep us stuck<br />17:20 - Reconnecting to inner wisdom and trusting oneself as a pathway to empowerment<br />20:06 - The concept of outsourcing knowing versus cultivating self-trust through rituals<br />26:50 - Building rituals as containers for internal relationship and trust development<br />28:07 - Practicing self-friendship and curiosity as foundations for trusting your inner voice<br />30:00 - Parts work and understanding inner subpersonalities, including the inner child<br />33:18 - Using parts work and re-parenting to foster internal safety and connection<br />36:07 - Transitioning from consumer to creator: the importance of integration and embodied practice<br />41:24 - Embodiment as a portal into internal knowing and how movement facilitates insight<br />44:46 - Practical tips for building rituals and connecting with your core self<br />45:16 - Invitation to access a bonus meditation for inner connection </p><p></p><p><b>Resources</b></p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://katenorthrup.com/" target="_blank">Relaxed Money by Kate Northrup</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ifs-institute.com/nobadparts" target="_blank">Internal Family Systems Therapy</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pod.link/1876985104/episode/NzFhZGMzNjgtZTEyNi00OTllLTk3ZGYtNmE0ZjQ5NDk4ODY1?view=apps&amp;sort=popularity" target="_blank">Bonus Episode: Core Self Meditation</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank">Free Discovery Call with Sam</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodiment?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==" target="_blank">Connect on IG!</a></li></ul><p></p>no00:45:4019From Formula to Ritual: Cultivating Self-Trust and Inner Knowingfull<![CDATA[Bonus: Core Self Meditation]]>This guided meditation focuses on connecting with the core self through breath, body awareness, and self-inquiry. It encourages attunement, validation, and gratitude, creating a space for building trust and exploration of our inner knowing.

]]>71adc368-e126-499e-97df-6a4f49498865Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:15:18 GMT<p>This guided meditation focuses on connecting with the core self through breath, body awareness, and self-inquiry. It encourages attunement, validation, and gratitude, creating a space for building trust and exploration of our inner knowing.</p>no00:15:09Bonus: Core Self Meditationfull<![CDATA[Women's Bodies, Sex Therapy, and Smut as Self Care with Caitlin Harrison]]>In this episode, Samantha Redondo welcomes Caitlin Harrison to discuss the intersection of spirituality, embodiment, and sexuality. They explore Caitlin's background, her experience with religion and purity culture, and her work in sex therapy and social justice advocacy, offering deep insights into body awareness, language, and healing.

CW: pregnancy loss

spirituality, embodiment, religious trauma, sex therapy, social justice, personal growth, pregnancy, body image, deconstruction, smut, self help

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Embodiment

01:08 Caitlin's Background and Identities

04:26 Exploring Spiritual Upbringing

11:05 Shifts in Attitude Towards Religion

18:00 The Impact of Purity Culture

23:31 Journey of Embodiment and Motherhood

30:37 Claiming Identity and the Power of Language

34:46 Embodiment and Communication in Therapy

39:08 Understanding Sex Therapy and Embodiment Practices

41:38 Navigating Sexuality and Cultural Narratives

44:47 The Duality of Life and Death in Motherhood

50:24 Embracing the Body and the Experience of Sweat

52:46 Community, Smut, and the Power of Shared Stories

Resources

Cindy Scharkey- Sex Educator

Emily Nagoski - Come As You Are

IG: Caitlin Harrison Therapy

Mirror Moments Therapy

Self Help Smut Club

Samantha Redondo Therapy- Free Discovery Call!

Follow us on IG!

]]>e1e7214c-bc93-4407-b3cc-429ae0095079Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:06:06 GMT<p>In this episode, Samantha Redondo welcomes Caitlin Harrison to discuss the intersection of spirituality, embodiment, and sexuality. They explore Caitlin's background, her experience with religion and purity culture, and her work in sex therapy and social justice advocacy, offering deep insights into body awareness, language, and healing.</p><p>CW: pregnancy loss</p><p></p><p>spirituality, embodiment, religious trauma, sex therapy, social justice, personal growth, pregnancy, body image, deconstruction, smut, self help</p><p> </p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Embodiment</p><p>01:08 Caitlin's Background and Identities</p><p>04:26 Exploring Spiritual Upbringing</p><p>11:05 Shifts in Attitude Towards Religion</p><p>18:00 The Impact of Purity Culture</p><p>23:31 Journey of Embodiment and Motherhood</p><p>30:37 Claiming Identity and the Power of Language</p><p>34:46 Embodiment and Communication in Therapy</p><p>39:08 Understanding Sex Therapy and Embodiment Practices</p><p>41:38 Navigating Sexuality and Cultural Narratives</p><p>44:47 The Duality of Life and Death in Motherhood</p><p>50:24 Embracing the Body and the Experience of Sweat</p><p>52:46 Community, Smut, and the Power of Shared Stories</p><p> </p><p><b>Resources</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cindyscharkey.com/podcast-blogs/what-women-need-to-orgasm" target="_blank"><b>Cindy Scharkey- Sex Educator</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.emilynagoski.com/books" target="_blank">Emily Nagoski - Come As You Are</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/caitlin.harrison.therapy/" target="_blank">IG: Caitlin Harrison Therapy</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mirrormomentstherapy.com/" target="_blank">Mirror Moments Therapy</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.blackcatfables.com/products/january-march-2025-self-help-smut-club" target="_blank">Self Help Smut Club</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank">Samantha Redondo Therapy- Free Discovery Call!</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank">Follow us on IG!</a></p><p></p>no00:55:3218Women's Bodies, Sex Therapy, and Smut as Self Care with Caitlin Harrisonfull<![CDATA[Movement as Medicine, Stress Relief and Spiritual Practice]]>In this episode, Samantha Redondo explores the transformative power of movement as medicine, emphasizing its role in healing, stress relief, and spiritual growth. She shares insights from her recent embodiment training, discusses different types of movement, and offers practical ways to incorporate movement into daily life and spiritual practice.

Keywords

movement as medicine, embodiment, stress relief, spiritual practice, somatic therapy, micro movements, nonlinear movement, dance, embodiment training, self-regulation

Chapters

00:00 Movement as Medicine

10:25 The Science of Stress Relief through Movement

20:54 Exploring Linear vs Nonlinear Movements

28:24 Movement as a Spiritual Practice

47:03 Finding Authentic Movement in Daily Life

Resources

Dr. Hilary McBride

Five Rhythms Dance Practice

Tai Chi for Beginners

Samantha Redondo Therapy + Embodiment Coaching

Connect on IG!

]]>17413e07-77b0-4b67-86ce-55bb94659754Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Samantha Redondo explores the transformative power of movement as medicine, emphasizing its role in healing, stress relief, and spiritual growth. She shares insights from her recent embodiment training, discusses different types of movement, and offers practical ways to incorporate movement into daily life and spiritual practice.</p><p> </p><p>Keywords</p><p>movement as medicine, embodiment, stress relief, spiritual practice, somatic therapy, micro movements, nonlinear movement, dance, embodiment training, self-regulation</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Movement as Medicine</p><p>10:25 The Science of Stress Relief through Movement</p><p>20:54 Exploring Linear vs Nonlinear Movements</p><p>28:24 Movement as a Spiritual Practice</p><p>47:03 Finding Authentic Movement in Daily Life</p><p> </p><p>Resources</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://hillarylmcbride.com/" target="_blank">Dr. Hilary McBride</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.5rhythms.com/" target="_blank">Five Rhythms Dance Practice</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cgjGssDGZE" target="_blank">Tai Chi for Beginners</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank">Samantha Redondo Therapy + Embodiment Coaching</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank">Connect on IG!</a></p><p></p>no00:47:0017Movement as Medicine, Stress Relief and Spiritual Practicefull<![CDATA[When Your Body Betrays You: Chronic Pain, Illness, and Injury]]>In this episode of the Spiritual Embodiment Podcast, Samantha Redondo delves into the intersection of spirituality and embodiment, particularly in the context of chronic pain and illness. She shares her personal experiences with injury and the emotional challenges that accompany physical discomfort. Through storytelling, she explores how trauma is stored in the body and emphasizes the importance of curiosity, compassion, and movement in healing. Samantha also discusses the significance of grief and spiritual practices like lament and dissent in the recovery process, encouraging listeners to honor their experiences and find meaning in their struggles.

spiritual embodiment, chronic pain, trauma, healing, self-compassion, movement therapy, emotional healing, body memory, grief, recovery

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Spiritual Embodiment

01:10 Navigating Chronic Pain and Illness

03:33 Personal Story: Family Visit and Body Anxiety

08:59 The Impact of Past Trauma on the Body

13:09 Understanding Physical Manifestations of Trauma

20:25 Curiosity and Compassion in Pain Management

34:54 The Role of Grief in Healing

37:43 Spiritual Practices: Dissent and Lament

Resources

The Body Keeps the Score

Somatic Experiencing

Samantha Redondo Therapy

Follow Us on IG!

]]>008c941e-96a2-424c-afe5-76db3c4ae26cThu, 26 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Spiritual Embodiment Podcast, Samantha Redondo delves into the intersection of spirituality and embodiment, particularly in the context of chronic pain and illness. She shares her personal experiences with injury and the emotional challenges that accompany physical discomfort. Through storytelling, she explores how trauma is stored in the body and emphasizes the importance of curiosity, compassion, and movement in healing. Samantha also discusses the significance of grief and spiritual practices like lament and dissent in the recovery process, encouraging listeners to honor their experiences and find meaning in their struggles.</p><p></p><p>spiritual embodiment, chronic pain, trauma, healing, self-compassion, movement therapy, emotional healing, body memory, grief, recovery</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Exploring Spiritual Embodiment</p><p>01:10 Navigating Chronic Pain and Illness</p><p>03:33 Personal Story: Family Visit and Body Anxiety</p><p>08:59 The Impact of Past Trauma on the Body</p><p>13:09 Understanding Physical Manifestations of Trauma</p><p>20:25 Curiosity and Compassion in Pain Management</p><p>34:54 The Role of Grief in Healing</p><p>37:43 Spiritual Practices: Dissent and Lament</p><p></p><p><b>Resources</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18693771-the-body-keeps-the-score" target="_blank">The Body Keeps the Score</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://traumahealing.org/" target="_blank">Somatic Experiencing</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank">Samantha Redondo Therapy</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank">Follow Us on IG!</a></p><p></p>no00:41:5416When Your Body Betrays You: Chronic Pain, Illness, and Injuryfull<![CDATA[The 3 C's of Embodiment: Cozy, Capable, and Connected]]>In this episode of the Spiritual Embodiment Podcast, host Samantha Redondo explores the intersection of spirituality and embodiment, sharing her personal journey and insights. She discusses the importance of feeling cozy, capable, and connected in our lives, and how these elements contribute to our overall well-being. The conversation delves into the concepts of rest, recovery, and the nervous system, particularly through the lens of polyvagal theory. Samantha emphasizes the significance of community, self-trust, and the journey of personal growth, inviting listeners to engage with their own experiences of embodiment.

spirituality, embodiment, therapy, nervous system, polyvagal theory, self-care, healing, community, resilience, personal growth

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Embodiment Podcast

00:43 Exploring Spirituality and Embodiment

04:07 The Heart of the Podcast

07:18 Reconnecting with Childhood Self

10:02 The Three C's of Embodiment

13:59 Understanding the Concept of Cozy

15:31 Navigating Dorsal Vagal Shutdown

23:16 The Sympathetic Nervous System and Feeling Capable

35:10 The Importance of Connection

Resources

Polyvagal Theory

Samantha Redondo Therapy

Connect on IG!

]]>8a26c05d-237b-4e4f-a2c2-015288214990Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Spiritual Embodiment Podcast, host Samantha Redondo explores the intersection of spirituality and embodiment, sharing her personal journey and insights. She discusses the importance of feeling cozy, capable, and connected in our lives, and how these elements contribute to our overall well-being. The conversation delves into the concepts of rest, recovery, and the nervous system, particularly through the lens of polyvagal theory. Samantha emphasizes the significance of community, self-trust, and the journey of personal growth, inviting listeners to engage with their own experiences of embodiment.</p><p></p><p>spirituality, embodiment, therapy, nervous system, polyvagal theory, self-care, healing, community, resilience, personal growth</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Embodiment Podcast</p><p>00:43 Exploring Spirituality and Embodiment</p><p>04:07 The Heart of the Podcast</p><p>07:18 Reconnecting with Childhood Self</p><p>10:02 The Three C's of Embodiment</p><p>13:59 Understanding the Concept of Cozy</p><p>15:31 Navigating Dorsal Vagal Shutdown</p><p>23:16 The Sympathetic Nervous System and Feeling Capable</p><p>35:10 The Importance of Connection</p><p></p><p><b>Resources</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/anchored-how-to-befriend-your-nervous-system-using-polyvagal-theory_deborah-a-dana/28279665/item/45727385/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=pmax_new_books_nca_18452111988&amp;utm_adgroup=&amp;utm_term=&amp;utm_content=&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=18452114577&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADwY45jVxorRSeaXiSyuhnu2L3K3P&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw9-PNBhDfARIsABHN6-0hd-0hx7XoyaFsSf91svTJn-Ol1Snnf4LvzCoVnoRA1qwARWon52saAu1gEALw_wcB#idiq=45727385&amp;edition=58957038" target="_blank"><b>Polyvagal Theory</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank"><b>Samantha Redondo Therapy</b></a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank"><b>Connect on IG!</b></a></p><p></p><p></p>no00:38:0115The 3 C's of Embodiment: Cozy, Capable, and Connectedfull<![CDATA[God, Ketamine, and Motherhood: An Interview with Morgan Dixon]]>In this episode of the Spiritual Embodiment podcast, host Sam Redondo engages in a deep conversation with Morgan Dixon, a fellow therapist and friend. They explore Morgan's journey through motherhood, spirituality, and embodiment, highlighting her pursuit of depth and healing, including her recent experiences with ketamine therapy. The discussion delves into the importance of authenticity, the role of community in healing, and the intersection of creativity and spirituality. Morgan shares her insights on embodiment, self-compassion, and the enduring presence of God, emphasizing the significance of being present in everyday life.

Keywords

spirituality, embodiment, ketamine therapy, motherhood, personal growth, connection, mental health, therapy, self-compassion, creativity

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:59 Morgan's Background and Identity

04:44 Spiritual Upbringing and Early Experiences

08:01 Recent Spiritual Journey and Challenges

17:00 Embodiment and Relationship with the Body

24:38 Ketamine Experience and Healing Journey

30:30 Navigating Childhood Experiences and Healing

33:50 The Impact of Attachment on Spirituality

38:48 Daily Life and the Presence of God

43:40 Embracing Creativity and Presence

49:29 The Complexity of Being Human

51:25 Finding Sustenance in Spiritual Truths

Resources

Morgan Dixon, LMFT

Good Mother Community

PSI Psychedelic Assisted Therapy

Samantha Redondo Therapy

Spiritual Embodiment Pod Instagram

]]>1b839f80-b780-4b7b-b7a9-1cd27dfc2915Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:17:07 GMT<p>In this episode of the Spiritual Embodiment podcast, host Sam Redondo engages in a deep conversation with Morgan Dixon, a fellow therapist and friend. They explore Morgan's journey through motherhood, spirituality, and embodiment, highlighting her pursuit of depth and healing, including her recent experiences with ketamine therapy. The discussion delves into the importance of authenticity, the role of community in healing, and the intersection of creativity and spirituality. Morgan shares her insights on embodiment, self-compassion, and the enduring presence of God, emphasizing the significance of being present in everyday life.</p><p></p><p>Keywords</p><p>spirituality, embodiment, ketamine therapy, motherhood, personal growth, connection, mental health, therapy, self-compassion, creativity</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>01:59 Morgan's Background and Identity</p><p>04:44 Spiritual Upbringing and Early Experiences</p><p>08:01 Recent Spiritual Journey and Challenges</p><p>17:00 Embodiment and Relationship with the Body</p><p>24:38 Ketamine Experience and Healing Journey</p><p>30:30 Navigating Childhood Experiences and Healing</p><p>33:50 The Impact of Attachment on Spirituality</p><p>38:48 Daily Life and the Presence of God</p><p>43:40 Embracing Creativity and Presence</p><p>49:29 The Complexity of Being Human</p><p>51:25 Finding Sustenance in Spiritual Truths</p><p></p><p>Resources</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.spacestherapyla.com/team-profiles/morgan-dixon" target="_blank">Morgan Dixon, LMFT</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/goodmother.la/" target="_blank">Good Mother Community</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.psychedelicsomatic.org/therapist-directory" target="_blank">PSI Psychedelic Assisted Therapy</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank">Samantha Redondo Therapy</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank">Spiritual Embodiment Pod Instagram</a></p>no00:56:2214God, Ketamine, and Motherhood: An Interview with Morgan Dixonfull<![CDATA[Cults, Deconstruction, and Reclaiming Spirituality: My Story Part 2]]>In this episode, Samantha shares her deeply personal story of navigating joining a cult, uncovering hidden truths about faith communities, and embarking on a journey of deconstruction and healing. She explores how her identity was shaped by strict formulaic beliefs and how she eventually began to reclaim her spirituality through therapy, nature, embodiment, and authentic connection.

Key Topics:
  • Growing up with a rules-based, perfectionist religious formula in a Christian community
  • The allure and eventual disillusionment with Bethel’s School of Supernatural Ministry
  • Spiritual abuse, manipulation, and the effects of cultural conformity within church environments
  • The impact of community trauma, self-hatred, and the fight for authenticity
  • The process of deconstruction: grieving lost dreams and challenging inherited beliefs
  • Exploring sexuality, therapy, and somatic work as pathways to healing
Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to my spiritual story and the context for this episode
00:47 - How I was oriented around a strict rules-based spiritual formula
01:40 - The influence of Christian camps, church, and charismatic communities
02:50 - Encounter with Bethel’s School of Supernatural Ministry and its implications
04:10 - The emotional, mystical, and physical manifestations of my faith experience
05:24 - Disillusionment with community promises and unmet expectations
06:39 - The catalyst to leave Bethel and question my spiritual path
08:49 - The role of spiritual abuse, manipulation, and authority issues
11:15 - The paradox of intimacy without trust and sharing my darkest secrets
12:59 - Self-hatred rooted in religious messages and the harm of the formula
14:12 - Power dynamics, control, and spiritual abuse from leaders
15:34 - Questioning authority and recognizing manipulation in leadership
17:28 - Personal struggles, abandonment, and confronting narcissistic leadership
20:50 - The breaking point: feeling disrespected and undervalued in ministry
22:25 - Returning home after a concussion as a symbol of taking space from toxicity
25:39 - The beginning of my spiritual deconstruction and mental health crisis
27:18 - The deep depression and grieving my lost spiritual life and identity
29:27 - Ritual of mourning: burning my dreams and parts of my old self
33:53 - Exploring freedom through travel and sexual discovery outside the cultic environment
37:29 - Rebuilding trust in myself, reconnecting with therapy, and exploring new practices
39:21 - The influence of therapy in healing trauma and reclaiming my voice
45:01 - Meeting my husband, building a relationship based on authenticity and ease
49:00 - Moving forward: Reconstructing spirituality grounded in trust, embodiment, and authenticity

Resources & Links:
Connect with Samantha Redondo:
]]>1bd1fe12-05bf-49e0-bd61-311928c5e60eFri, 27 Feb 2026 20:05:05 GMT<p>In this episode, Samantha shares her deeply personal story of navigating joining a cult, uncovering hidden truths about faith communities, and embarking on a journey of deconstruction and healing. She explores how her identity was shaped by strict formulaic beliefs and how she eventually began to reclaim her spirituality through therapy, nature, embodiment, and authentic connection.</p><h6><b>Key Topics:</b></h6><ul><li>Growing up with a rules-based, perfectionist religious formula in a Christian community</li><li>The allure and eventual disillusionment with Bethel’s School of Supernatural Ministry</li><li>Spiritual abuse, manipulation, and the effects of cultural conformity within church environments</li><li>The impact of community trauma, self-hatred, and the fight for authenticity</li><li>The process of deconstruction: grieving lost dreams and challenging inherited beliefs</li><li>Exploring sexuality, therapy, and somatic work as pathways to healing</li></ul><h6><b>Timestamps:</b></h6><p>00:00 - Introduction to my spiritual story and the context for this episode<br />00:47 - How I was oriented around a strict rules-based spiritual formula<br />01:40 - The influence of Christian camps, church, and charismatic communities<br />02:50 - Encounter with Bethel’s School of Supernatural Ministry and its implications<br />04:10 - The emotional, mystical, and physical manifestations of my faith experience<br />05:24 - Disillusionment with community promises and unmet expectations<br />06:39 - The catalyst to leave Bethel and question my spiritual path<br />08:49 - The role of spiritual abuse, manipulation, and authority issues<br />11:15 - The paradox of intimacy without trust and sharing my darkest secrets<br />12:59 - Self-hatred rooted in religious messages and the harm of the formula<br />14:12 - Power dynamics, control, and spiritual abuse from leaders<br />15:34 - Questioning authority and recognizing manipulation in leadership<br />17:28 - Personal struggles, abandonment, and confronting narcissistic leadership<br />20:50 - The breaking point: feeling disrespected and undervalued in ministry<br />22:25 - Returning home after a concussion as a symbol of taking space from toxicity<br />25:39 - The beginning of my spiritual deconstruction and mental health crisis<br />27:18 - The deep depression and grieving my lost spiritual life and identity<br />29:27 - Ritual of mourning: burning my dreams and parts of my old self<br />33:53 - Exploring freedom through travel and sexual discovery outside the cultic environment<br />37:29 - Rebuilding trust in myself, reconnecting with therapy, and exploring new practices<br />39:21 - The influence of therapy in healing trauma and reclaiming my voice<br />45:01 - Meeting my husband, building a relationship based on authenticity and ease<br />49:00 - Moving forward: Reconstructing spirituality grounded in trust, embodiment, and authenticity</p><h6><b>Resources &amp; Links:</b></h6><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healed-ish/id1814121047?i=1000720706044" target="_blank">Jubilee Dawn's Podcast Episode with Samantha Redondo</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healed-ish/id1814121047?i=1000720706044" target="_blank"> </a>(Listen for detailed insights on Bethel experience)</li></ul><h6><b>Connect with Samantha Redondo:</b></h6><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.samantharedondotherapy.com" target="_blank">Website</a></li></ul>no00:50:0913Cults, Deconstruction, and Reclaiming Spirituality: My Story Part 2full<![CDATA[Religious Purity, Identity, and Belonging: My Story Part 1]]>Samantha Redondo shares her personal journey through spirituality, deconstruction, and embodiment, exploring how disembodied spirituality can impact our sense of self and community. This episode delves into her childhood, religious influences, and the importance of embodied spirituality for healing and connection.

spirituality, embodiment, deconstruction, religious trauma, personal story, healing, community, faith, trauma, self-discovery

Themes

Childhood spiritual experiences

Impact of religious environments on embodiment

Healing from spiritual trauma through embodiment

Power dynamics in religious spaces

Personal journey of deconstruction and reclamation

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Autobiography

07:49 School Years and the Introduction of Morality

22:55 Purity Culture and Its Impact

39:16 Transition to College and Spiritual Seeking

Resources

Cultish by Amanda Montell - https://www.amazon.com/Cultish-Language-Religion-Group-Think/dp/0525573824

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk - https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748

Healed-ish Episode with Julibee Dawn -

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6us8o7IQ4yk9r6xKEYZr5b

Samantha Redondo's Website - https://samantharedondotherapy.com

Spiritual Embodiment Podcast Instagram - https://instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod

]]>c432764b-8521-4dea-84c6-6190fd3b6ae5Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:29:30 GMT<p>Samantha Redondo shares her personal journey through spirituality, deconstruction, and embodiment, exploring how disembodied spirituality can impact our sense of self and community. This episode delves into her childhood, religious influences, and the importance of embodied spirituality for healing and connection.</p><p></p><p>spirituality, embodiment, deconstruction, religious trauma, personal story, healing, community, faith, trauma, self-discovery</p><p></p><p>Themes</p><p>Childhood spiritual experiences</p><p>Impact of religious environments on embodiment</p><p>Healing from spiritual trauma through embodiment</p><p>Power dynamics in religious spaces</p><p>Personal journey of deconstruction and reclamation</p><p> </p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Autobiography</p><p>07:49 School Years and the Introduction of Morality</p><p>22:55 Purity Culture and Its Impact</p><p>39:16 Transition to College and Spiritual Seeking</p><p></p><p>Resources</p><p>Cultish by Amanda Montell - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Cultish-Language-Religion-Group-Think/dp/0525573824" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Cultish-Language-Religion-Group-Think/dp/0525573824</a></p><p>The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748</a></p><p>Healed-ish Episode with Julibee Dawn -</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6us8o7IQ4yk9r6xKEYZr5b" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/6us8o7IQ4yk9r6xKEYZr5b</a></p><p>Samantha Redondo's Website - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://samantharedondo.com" target="_blank">https://samantharedondotherapy.com</a></p><p>Spiritual Embodiment Podcast Instagram - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/samantharedondo" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/spiritualembodimentpod</a></p><p></p>no00:42:0612Religious Purity, Identity, and Belonging: My Story Part 1full<![CDATA[Why Spiritual Embodiment?]]>Keywords

spiritual embodiment, therapy, personal growth, spirituality, trauma, mental health, empowerment, self-discovery, healing, community

Summary

In this episode, Samantha Redondo introduces the concept of spiritual embodiment, exploring its significance in personal growth and healing. She discusses the intersection of spirituality and power dynamics, particularly in religious contexts, and shares her personal journey with spiritual trauma. The conversation emphasizes the importance of embodiment in connecting with our humanity and the collective experience, while also addressing the dangers of disembodiment in spiritual practices. Ultimately, Samantha advocates for a new way forward that integrates spirituality with embodied practices to foster healing and empowerment.

Takeaways

  • Spiritual embodiment is a crucial theme in personal growth.
  • Disembodiment can lead to dangerous power dynamics.
  • Spiritual trauma often feels elusive and hard to define.
  • Embodiment connects us to our humanity and intuition.
  • Disembodied spirituality can lead to manipulation and control.
  • True belonging is often co-opted in disembodied spaces.
  • Embodied spirituality fosters connection to the whole of life.
  • Practicing embodiment helps us discern our true selves.
  • The current cultural moment calls for a re-evaluation of power dynamics.
  • A new way forward involves integrating spirituality with embodiment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Embodiment

12:04 The Intersection of Spirituality and Power Dynamics

23:42 Personal Journey and Spiritual Trauma

41:14 Embodiment and Humanity

55:30 A New Way Forward: Embodied Spirituality

]]>fe6e0f6d-8520-43d0-8509-ab0ecd7c3813Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:12:21 GMT<p><b>Keywords</b></p><p>spiritual embodiment, therapy, personal growth, spirituality, trauma, mental health, empowerment, self-discovery, healing, community</p><p></p><p><b>Summary</b></p><p>In this episode, Samantha Redondo introduces the concept of spiritual embodiment, exploring its significance in personal growth and healing. She discusses the intersection of spirituality and power dynamics, particularly in religious contexts, and shares her personal journey with spiritual trauma. The conversation emphasizes the importance of embodiment in connecting with our humanity and the collective experience, while also addressing the dangers of disembodiment in spiritual practices. Ultimately, Samantha advocates for a new way forward that integrates spirituality with embodied practices to foster healing and empowerment.</p><p></p><p><b>Takeaways</b></p><ul><li>Spiritual embodiment is a crucial theme in personal growth.</li><li>Disembodiment can lead to dangerous power dynamics.</li><li>Spiritual trauma often feels elusive and hard to define.</li><li>Embodiment connects us to our humanity and intuition.</li><li>Disembodied spirituality can lead to manipulation and control.</li><li>True belonging is often co-opted in disembodied spaces.</li><li>Embodied spirituality fosters connection to the whole of life.</li><li>Practicing embodiment helps us discern our true selves.</li><li>The current cultural moment calls for a re-evaluation of power dynamics.</li><li>A new way forward involves integrating spirituality with embodiment.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Embodiment</p><p>12:04 The Intersection of Spirituality and Power Dynamics</p><p>23:42 Personal Journey and Spiritual Trauma</p><p>41:14 Embodiment and Humanity</p><p>55:30 A New Way Forward: Embodied Spirituality</p><p></p>no00:51:2211Why Spiritual Embodiment?full