The Shadow & The Light w davidji & Elizabeth Winkler

Dive into a powerful and enlightening conversation that explores the intricate dance between our shadows and light! Join meditation teacher davidji, and heart healer Elizabeth Winkler as they delve into the essential teachings of personal transformation, revealing how our greatest challenges often serve as our most profound teachers.  In this episode, you’ll learn about the concept of the inner guru, how acknowledging our shadow side can lead to personal healing, and why even our most irritating encounters are gateways to growth. davidji shares stories of his journey through India, highlighting the epiphanies he experienced while discovering that the guru resides within us all. Then he goes deep into the concept of the “petty tyrant,” those people who test our patience and prompt us to look inward for strength and resilience. Elizabeth shares a powerful story of the Samurai & the Monk - to take us even deeper into the understanding of the GURU. Tune in to uncover practical insights on embracing mindfulness, cultivating compassion in challenging situations, and transforming frustration into opportunity. This engaging discussion between our co-hosts invites you to reflect on your journey of self-discovery and empowers you to see every challenge as a stepping stone to enlightenment. Join us for a transformative experience that blends ancient wisdom with modern psychology, and learn how the shadows in your life can help you shine brighter. Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review if you love what you hear! We transform the world by transforming ourselves. Share this podcast with your friends, loved ones, and workmates. Visit davidji.com & elizabethwinkler.com for additional healing resources. Big shoutout to the amazing Jamar Rogers for creating such powerful music and lyrics for the official song of The Shadow & The Light Podcast!

What if the small, seemingly insignificant moments of your daily life were the keys to unlocking your life's purpose? davidji & Elizabeth Winkler invite you to explore how everyday interactions and unexpected opportunities can align you with a deeper sense of meaning. We delve into the potent combination of ancient wisdom and modern psychology to encourage you to quiet your mind and pay attention to the whispers of your heart or higher power. Elizabeth shares an inspiring anecdote about Martin Luther King Jr., urging us to follow the breadcrumbs of inspiration that guide us to our true calling. Join us as we navigate the  journey of life's phases through davidji's Theory of the Dhri Arc. From the fervor of new beginnings to contemplating the next chapter, we discuss how these transitions are not losses but rather gateways to new adventures. Life is about showing up and trusting the process, and this episode provides guidance on how to embrace change and foster personal growth. Through stories of personal transformation, we illuminate the power of trusting in life's natural arcs. Change, as challenging as it can be, is an invitation to growth and renewal. Listen in and discover why trusting the unknown and allowing life to unfold can lead to unexpected and exciting opportunities for growth, healing and self-discovery. We transform the world by transforming ourselves. Share this podcast with your friends, loved ones, and workmates. Visit davidji.com & elizabethwinkler.com for additional healing resources. Big shoutout to the amazing Jamar Rogers for creating such powerful music and lyrics for the official song of The Shadow & The Light Podcast!

What if the grudges we carry and the regrets we harbor could be transformed into sources of healing and liberation? davidji & Elizabeth Winkler unravel the complex web of emotions tied to regrets and grievances, those heavy burdens that often shape our subconscious and influence our everyday actions. With the help of poignant metaphors, such as canoes across a river, and personal stories, like davidji's touching experience with her dog Peaches, we examine how these lingering emotions can manifest in our lives. We emphasize the significance of timing, readiness, and the therapeutic journey toward forgiveness, encouraging listeners to confront these emotions with courage and introspection. Imagine navigating life with a greater sense of flexibility and acceptance. Our discussion moves into the realms of adaptability, exploring how expectations and personal preferences mold our reactions to life's challenges. By reflecting on experiences like a restaurant accommodating a unique dietary request, we highlight the power of creativity and understanding in human interactions. Through practical suggestions, such as conducting an emotional inventory and adopting mantras like "let go and flow," we offer tools to help release attachments and embrace life's unpredictability with humor and grace. We journey into the interplay of light and shadow, exploring how both elements can illuminate our path to personal growth. Drawing on insights from meditation, Buddhism, and personal anecdotes, we reveal how accepting both our inner shadows and light can lead to transformation and newfound beginnings. Love emerges as a guiding force, encouraging us to view challenges not as obstacles but as opportunities for growth. Together, we navigate through adversity, finding hope and freedom in embracing life's full spectrum, ultimately shining brighter than ever. Join us in this compelling exploration of the emotional landscapes that define our lives and discover the profound liberation that awaits when we learn to embrace both the shadow and the light. We transform the world by transforming ourselves. Share this podcast with your friends, loved ones, and workmates. Visit davidji.com & elizabethwinkler.com for additional healing resources. Big shoutout to the amazing Jamar Rogers for creating such powerful music and lyrics for the official song of The Shadow & The Light Podcast!

What if you could always be on the receiving end of money??? Join davidji & Elizabeth Winkler on a journey where we unravel the emotional and cultural threads woven into our financial lives. Inspired by Ken Honda's "Happy Money," we explore how our upbringing and cultural narratives shape our financial mindsets, often binding us to a scarcity mentality. We share personal stories and insights that reveal how viewing money as energy can transform these narratives, creating a flow of abundance that positively impacts our lives. Experience the surprising magic of affirmations as we recount stories of unexpected financial gifts, from mysterious checks to diamond rings. We navigate the curious interplay between money and energy, where beliefs significantly influence our financial experiences. From humorous takes on the IRS to the buzz and skepticism around cryptocurrency, we untangle how our attitudes shape reality, emphasizing the importance of shifting perspectives to harness positivity and abundance. Finally, we ponder the deeper meanings of financial empathy and generosity. With insights drawn from Elizabeth's commitment to charitable giving and innovative experiments in social finance, we delve into the power of aligning with one's "North Star" and treating money with kindness. Embrace the philosophy of balance and flow, as illustrated by the concept of "happy money," and discover how these principles can lead to financial freedom.  This episode delves into our relationship with money, exploring the emotional complexities and how our upbringing impacts our financial mindset. The conversation encourages listeners to recognize money as energy and embrace practices that foster abundance, healing, and gratitude in financial transactions. • Discussing childhood experiences shaping our attitudes toward money   • Money as energy and the importance of healthy transactions   • Exploring the concepts of happy vs. unhappy money   • Personal anecdotes about affirmations related to money   • Examining the power of generosity and receiving abundantly   • The transformative effects of trust and flow in financial matters   • Insights from a community experiment focused on the free circulation of money   • Encouraging mindful spending and gratitude in financial interactions We transform the world by transforming ourselves. Share this podcast with your friends, loved ones, and workmates. Visit davidji.com & elizabethwinkler.com for additional healing resources. Big shoutout to the amazing Jamar Rogers for creating such powerful music and lyrics for the official song of The Shadow & The Light Podcast!

What if the shadows in our lives are just as important as the light? Elizabeth Winkler and davidji invite you to explore this compelling question in "The Shadow and the Light" episode of our podcast. Through personal tales reminiscent of "Eat, Pray, Love," Elizabeth recounts her transformative journeys to Bali and Tibet, where she encountered spiritual mentors like Ketut Lear and a wise Himalayan monk. These experiences taught her about the profound interconnectedness of all beings, weaving a narrative of growth and awakening that fuels our mission as meditation and healing practitioners. Unlock the ancient energies of Sanskrit mantras with us, tracing a golden thread of connection that runs through the body, uniting us with the world around us. Elizabeth shares the impact of her travels in Tibet and Bhutan, where their unique nourishing cultural philosophies  offer powerful new perspectives on life. We delve into the vibrational power of ancient languages, how these chants have deepened our understanding of ourselves, and how they can awaken a deeper essence within you as well. Reflect with us on embracing both light and shadow as we share our journey from personal loss to inner peace. Discover how the gratitude from overcoming life's challenges can illuminate a path toward your dreams. Encouraging you to lower barriers and pursue your desires, we explore the duality of love's power—how embracing both the dark and the light can set you free. Join us for a heartfelt exploration of transformation and awaken your true essence with love and light as your guide. We transform the world by transforming ourselves. Share this podcast with your friends, loved ones, and workmates. Visit davidji.com & elizabethwinkler.com for additional healing resources. Big shoutout to the amazing Jamar Rogers for creating such powerful music and lyrics for the official song of The Shadow & The Light Podcast!