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Wisdom from the I Ching: Overcoming Life's Impasses

I Ching, the ancient Chinese Book of Changes, provides us practical, if often mysterious, guidance for our everyday lives. Based in understanding of Dao, or the Way, I Ching helps us find the path of the superior individual through all life’s circumstances and situations.    On this episode of Woven Wings Live (Season 4, Episode 5), we take a break from our usual guest format to share reflections on Gabe's own life cultivation work in light of I Ching Hexagram 39 — the Hexagram of Impasse, or Obstruction.  We also wish our co-host Rahul Deedwania a hearty new beginning in his journey as a first-time father! Life always throws us challenges and it’s up to us to turn these into opportunities for growth. In this episode, you'll hear about: -Why I Ching is so valuable if you are interested in systems like Human Design and Gene Keys -What the specific circumstance of Obstruction, or Impasse (Hexagram 39) offers for our spiritual development -How these abstract and esoteric concepts can be directly applied to your life, through Gabe's own example Leave a comment and let us know what you think of the new format, the possible name change for the show, and any insights you might have related to this enriching topic.   Please subscribe to our channel! Music by Dmitrii Spis (Pixabay) Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter Visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingslive Reach us at: live@wovenwings.net Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter [https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter] Visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingslive Reach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Mapping Your Spiritual Path: The Great Continuum of Consciousness (w/ George Boyd)

What if everything you’ve ever believed about God, purpose, or consciousness could be placed as a node on a much bigger map? What if your longing for meaning wasn’t confusion—but a sign that you’re on the right path? In this eye-opening episode, meditation teacher, poet, and spiritual cartographer George Boyd joins hosts Gabe Crane and Rahul Deedwania for a deep exploration into his seminal work The Great Continuum of Consciousness—a spiritual map that charts the inner worlds of the mind and soul across cultures, faiths, and practices. Drawing from decades of teaching and mystical experience, George guides us through the many “planes” of consciousness, offering insights into how people from vastly different traditions—whether Christian, yogic, Islamic, or New Age—are often experiencing the same divine light through different windows. You’ll hear about: - Why different spiritual paths often lead to the same essence - The role of attention, faith, and intuition in the inner journey - And how to find the right path for you—and why committing to it matters This conversation admittedly gets quite heady at times, and the real picture starts to come into focus as we inquire and go deeper into George’s expansive vision. We encourage you to use the links in the description to track the Continuum of Consciousness through the conversation. Whether you're just beginning your spiritual inquiry or have been walking your path for years, we hope you enjoy this profoundly vast and inclusive view that honors both tradition and innovation - of what it means to seek—and experience—the Divine. About George Boyd: George is a writer, poet, a metavisional reader, and a master teacher of meditation. He is the founder of the Mudrashram® Institute of Spiritual Studies and editor and publisher of Mudrashram® Publishing. He is the author of 19 books [https://mudrashram.com/books/]. He is a spiritual cartographer who has mapped the entire Great Continuum of Consciousness [https://mudrashram.com/the-great-continuum-of-consciousness-2/]. Resources: - Great Continuum of Consciousness [https://mudrashram.com/the-great-continuum-of-consciousness-2/] article - Great Continuum of Consciousness: An Overview [https://www.amazon.com/Great-Continuum-Consciousness-Overview-ebook/dp/B0B9HZ12Z9] eBook - George’s spiritual journey [https://mudrashram.com/my-spiritual-journey/] Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter [https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter] Visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingslive Reach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Finding God through Trials and Tribulations (w/ Marshal Gillen)

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Marshall Gillen, a narcissistic abuse recovery mentor, to highlight his remarkable journey from pain and self-destruction to faith and healing. Marshall shares his deeply personal story, including childhood trauma, struggles with addiction, and a formative relationship with a narcissist that led him to a profound reckoning with himself. Through trials, heartbreak, a battle with self-worth, and experimentation with many spiritual systems, Marshall ultimately found redemption through his faith in Jesus Christ. He candidly discusses his path from skepticism to belief, the moment he decided to surrender to Jesus, and how his newfound faith has reshaped his understanding of identity, healing, and purpose. Tune in to listen to this raw, honest, and compelling testimony of redemption and the power of faith to heal even the deepest wounds. Key themes include: - Breaking free from the cycle of toxic relationships and narcissistic abuse - The role of faith in overcoming deep personal struggles - Marshall’s experience of transformation and surrender to God’s plan - Lessons on self-worth, resilience, and spiritual growth About Marshal Gillen: Marshal Gillen, aka Preacher Paul, is a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Mentor, keynote and motivational speaker, and the creator of an online community helping primarily men overcome relationship challenges with difficult ex-partners through a new relationship with God.  Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter [https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter] Visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingslive Reach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Know Yourself to Know God (w/ Heath Davis Havlick)

In this enriching episode, we welcome Heath Davis Havlick, an author and certified Enneagram teacher, to explore the deep connection between faith and self-discovery. Drawing from her Christian upbringing and decades-long spiritual journey, Heath shares how the Enneagram became a transformative tool for understanding herself and strengthening her relationship with God. We explore how to think about balancing religious tradition with personal introspection, and overcoming potential fear and resistance within faith communities toward self-exploration. Heath discusses her upcoming book, Know Yourself to Know God, and unpacks how personality patterns can obscure our true selves and distance us from divine connection. She candidly reflects on moments of spiritual struggle, her return to faith, and the evolving nature of her relationship with God through prayer, contemplation, and love, as well as through active self discovery. Through her heartfelt storytelling and unwavering faith, Heath offers a compelling vision of spirituality as a dynamic, evolving relationship—one that embraces curiosity, openness, and the courage to face the inner self in pursuit of divine connection. About Heath Davis Havlick: Heath Davis Havlick is a speaker, author and Riso-Hudson Certified Enneagram Teacher. Her first book, Becoming Your True You [https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Your-True-You-Enneagram/dp/B085R74NGK], was a double finalist in the National Indie Excellence Awards, and her new book, Know Yourself to Know God, comes out in March. She is the founder of Dearly Beloved Enneagram Training, offering education and mentoring. She lives in Santa Cruz, California with her husband of 33 years, Tom, and their cat, Jax. Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter [https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter] Visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingslive Reach us at: live@wovenwings.net

Why God Wants You to be Creative: The Place of All Possibility (w/ Rabbi Adina Allen)

In today’s episode, we welcome Season 1 guest, Rabbi Adina Allen, to explore the transformative power of creativity, spirituality, and connection. Rabbi Allen, co-founder of the Jewish Studio Project and author of The Place of All Possibility, shares her groundbreaking work that merges ancient Jewish traditions with modern practices of art and self-discovery. - How does creativity serve as a gateway to spiritual connection and a tool for navigating the chaos and challenges of modern life? - How can we integrate ancient texts with contemporary approaches to foster personal growth, resilience, and communal connection? - How can we reimagine spirituality as an inclusive, dynamic, and deeply personal process accessible to people of all backgrounds and beliefs? Rabbi Allen offers a fresh perspective on how individuals can engage with tradition while embracing innovation, find meaning in a fragmented world, and use creativity as a means of healing and transformation.  Tune in to be inspired by a conversation that bridges the ancient and the modern, and provides practical insights into cultivating joy, pleasure, and authenticity in spiritual practice. About Rabbi Adina Allen: Rabbi Adina Allen is a spiritual leader, writer, and educator who grew up in an art studio where she learned firsthand the power of creativity for connecting to self and to the Sacred. She is cofounder and creative director of Jewish Studio Project [https://www.jewishstudioproject.org/] (JSP), an organization that is seeding a future in which every person is connected to their creativity as a force for healing, liberation and social transformation. Based on the work of her mother, renowned art therapist Pat B. Allen, Adina developed the Jewish Studio Process, a methodology for unlocking creativity, which she has brought to thousands of organizational and community leaders, educators, artists, and clergy across the country. A national media contributor, popular speaker, and workshop leader, Adina has published in scholarly as well as mainstream publications, and more of her writing can be found on her website at www.adina-allen.com [http://www.adina-allen.com/]. She and her family live in Berkeley, California.  Join our newsletter: https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter [https://www.wovenwings.net/newsletter] Visit our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wovenwingslive Reach us at: live@wovenwings.net