Sacred AF Podcast

Do Your Fucking Rituals

Whether you are a pro at doing your rituals or have been wanting to start doing them, you will find some nuggets of wisdom in this episode. 
Jas and Bharat discuss :
What are rituals
Why we need them
Three things that make any activity a ritual (intention, presence, discipline)
Why people find it difficult to do their rituals
Some of the misconceptions around rituals
By the end of the podcast, you will certainly want to do your fucking rituals!
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Difference Between Small t and Capital T Trauma

If you have been listening to the podcast you have heard Jas and Bharat mention trauma numerous times. In this foundational conversation, they unpack trauma for a deeper understanding of what it is and the difference between small t and capital T trauma. 
Because Capital T trauma has been heavily studied and talked about, most of us are not aware of the small t traumas that create our subconscious beliefs, our world views, behaviours and even our personalities. Small t trauma makes us abandon our authenticity and need for attunement just as capital T trauma does, but in more subtle ways. 
This eye-opening episode is rich with general and personal examples and Jas & Bharat hope that it provides some insights for your healing journey. 
Resources:Wisdom of Trauma The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté Waking the Tiger by Peter Levine
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The Power of Group Healings

If you feel nervous or anxious about participating in group healings, then this episode is definitely you! 
We talk about all the aspects and concerns of group healing, whether it is a psychedelic or medicine ceremony or a sober experience like breathwork or communal rage session. There’s a vulnerability to this that is so powerful. 
This conversation starts by going over why group healings are a non negotiable for a sustainable, grounded healing journey.  Although participation can feel overwhelming, reasons are offered as to why you should lean in. 
Bharat and Jas dive deep into the common fears that show up for folks when the thought of participating in group healings is something new for you.  It’s quite normal in our culture to feel this way and if you are ready to let go of these fears, this conversation offers a ton of mental reframes to offer you potential new perspectives. 
The chat finishes with the copious amount of benefits of group healing containers and why you would want to participate in such a thing. 
If you listened to this episode and feel inspired to lean in, there are a few spots left in the 2023 retreat offerings. The Bliss Retreat in August has 2 spots left and The Void Retreat in September has 3 spots left. Reach out to us on Instagram to chat about joining us!
@bthymedicine @healwithjas
 

The Art of Holding Space

Episode 5 is our first live episode with our membership community (if you aren’t apart of this community yet, what the heck are you waiting for? Join here: https://www.patreon.com/SacredAF) Every month we other this community to be apart of a live recording where they can participate in the conversation and ask questions.
For the first live episode, Bharat and Jas talk about The Art of Holding Space.
They started by defining space holding, giving it a working definition for the conversation.
They talked about what gets in the way of space holding, or what might mask itself as spaceholding when it is something different. From an ego with an agenda to savior complexes to over giving, Bharat and Jas bring it all the to the table.
Space holding as a profession versus space holding in a relationship and some nuances between the two and personal experience with both are discussed. They share a perspective of space holding in romantic relationships and how it offers bringing divinity into the relationship.
The idea of holding space for self is discussed and how it allows for masculine-feminine alchemy.  Examples of what that might look like are given.  
Bharat and Jas talk about the initiation for professional space holders and the challenges of stepping into this type of work.  They discuss what it takes to provide this type of service and what their favorite part of being a professional space holder is.
The conversation finishes with answering questions from the audience.
 

Masculine + Feminine Energy

In this foundational conversation, Bharat and Jas break down what is masculine energy and what is feminine and get clear on important vocabulary. 
Masculine and feminine energies are innate to each human being, regardless if you are in a male or female body and regardless of what gender you choose to express. 
The concept of masculine and feminine energies will come up in many different conversations here on Sacred AF Podcast so definitely check this episode out to grasp these concepts that will be weaved through future episodes. 
Bharat and Jas speak to their individual experiences of embodying both masculine and feminine energies and the challenges they have both faced when doing so. 
Other topics discussed on the topic of masculine + feminine:
How these energies show up in the light and the shadow 
How these energies can alchemize with each other in order to feel more whole 
The societal constraints and pressure around the healthy expression of both masculine + feminine energy 
Some of the challenges that could arise when healing and alchemizing the masculine + feminine energy 
Here are some book references if you want to get into these topics more and more: 
The Heroine’s journey - Maureen Murdock
Women who run with wolves - Clarissa Pinkola Estés 
SHE by Robert A Johnson
HE by Robert A Johnson
King Warrior Magician Lover - Robert Moore & Douglas Gillette 
The Masculine in Relationships - CS Youngblood
 

Interview with Jas

Jas takes the hot seat in this episode as B asks them curious questions about their journey thus far. 
 
Jas shares 
Why they do what they do
What is most misunderstood about them
How religion & spirituality influenced them growing up
About their relationship to drugs and how it has evolved
The origin story of their current work as a healer
What they are most proud of
And their favourite book!
 
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Interview with Bharat

In this episode, the spotlight is on B as Jas interviews him. B did not know the questions he was about to be asked. 
Get to know B more intimately as he answers questions about:
His core values
How he wants his community to perceive him
His biggest regret so far
What inspired him to do the work that he currently does
What he was like at 15 years old
AND MORE
If you are already excited about the conversations that are going to unfold here, consider joining our membership community. We have three membership options, each giving you exclusive access and member benefits.
You will also have access to live podcast recordings where you can ask questions on the spot and be a part of the conversation. 
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Welcome

In this first episode, Bharat and Jas introduce the podcast and share their intentions for this project. 
B and Jas have recognized how popular spirituality has become and want to bring more grounded conversations about the topic. 
Sick of spirituality being just a concept or just a topic of conversation, B and Jas hope to use this platform to have more conversation that affect our here and now, offering tangible tools, tips and ideas, while weaving in spirituality, plant medicines and rituals.  
This podcast will also provide a space for Bharat and Jas to continue to practice what they preach, being honest and vulnerable in community, looking at and acknowledging shadows and allowing all of our humanness to be out on display. 
In this episode Bharat and Jas share their perception of where spirituality is at today and where it needs to be for it to benefit the planet. They share how they will personal benefit from having this podcast 
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You will also have access to live podcast recordings where you can ask questions on the spot and be a part of the conversation. 
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