Embracing Uncertainty Using Soul-Centered Psychological Perspectives (2-3-minute read)

September 23, 2024 Bonnie Bright, Ph.D.Leave a comment

a soul-centered perspective can provide the strength and fortitude to stay calm in the midst of chaos, holding space for oneself and the world, not falling into panic

Life’s uncertainties can be overwhelming, causing fear and anxiety. But what if we could find a way to embrace the unknown and transform it into an opportunity for growth and self-discovery?

This thought-provoking article explores the wisdom of spiritual teachings and psychological insights to help us navigate uncertainty and find deeper meaning in our lives. From confronting our inner shadows to accepting paradoxes, this captivating read highlights the importance of managing anxiety and embracing ambiguity. Discover how uncertainty can be a transformative crucible, leading us towards wisdom and ultimately a more meaningful existence.

Soul-Centered Resources in the Time of Coronavirus

April 13, 2020 Bonnie Bright, Ph.D.

In the midst of pandemic and these challenging times , I continue to believe there is an invitation!…not only for each of us individually to step into ourselves more fully—to face our fears, to eliminate what is no longer serving us, and to truly let our Soul Self take over the navigation of our brave and beautiful lives—but also for each of us to come into better relationship with the anima mundi, the World Soul, that knows we are all interconnected. While I have been writing on this topic for many years, I’m currently also personally taking my own time in this […]

Shamanic Initiation, Descent, and Learning through Direct Experience of the Sacred

January 29, 2020 Bonnie Bright, Ph.D.

Shamanic initiation is a metaphor for the way we can take a soul-centered approach to life's challenges

LISTEN TO THE AUDIO VERSION VIA YOUTUBE HERE (approx 7 mins) A common and compelling component of both shamanism and Jungian or depth psychology is that each seeks to treat soul loss by retrieving and reintegrating vital essence that is missing. This must occur through direct experience; therefore, the underworld journey to retrieve the soul is one of necessity and initiation. Swiss psychiatrist C. G. Jung believed symptoms of soul loss, such as disorientation, lack of focus, or feelings of powerlessness, exist because a portion of psychic energy that is normally available to the ego has vanished into the unconscious; […]

On Transpersonal Psychology: Science, Consciousness, Spirituality—Interview with Les Lancaster

September 15, 2018 Bonnie Bright, Ph.D.

LISTEN to the full interview with Les Lancaster here (approx. 35 mins) Though Les Lancaster has a long history as a neuroscientist, he has always been fascinated by mysticism and spirituality. He ultimately found a way to bring his two passions together through the field of Transpersonal Psychology, and currently serves as the Founding Director of The Alef Trust, an online graduate school offering transformational programmes and open learning courses for in consciousness, spirituality, and transpersonal psychology. Transpersonal Psychology is interested in what goes beyond on that small part of ourselves that we know as the “ego,” notes Lancaster. So […]