Intro to Shakti Speaks

Trauma and Spirituality

Nala and Marco discuss the relationship between trauma and spiritual awakening. Exploring trauma from a spiritual perspective, we gain a broader understanding of the gifts and growth available to us from difficult human experiences. They'll share some personal insights and experiences that have helped them to create a bridge between these worlds in their lives and within their relationship. They’ll discuss: * What trauma is from a psychological, physical, and spiritual perspective * How trauma and spiritual awakening weave together and mirror one another * How trauma impedes and eventually deepens our spiritual path * Finding our way through trauma and discovering what it can gift us * Our practical advice for someone just opening up to explore their traumas or taking their exploration to the next level

Intro to Shakti Speaks

In our first episode, we introduce ourselves and share some highlights from our lives and spiritual awakenings, our reflection on 5 years together, and what has inspired us to begin this podcast. We’ll discuss: * Nala’s upbringing, her connection to the Russian Church, and her spiritual awakening * Marco’s life, his spiritual awakening, and Near-Death Experience * How Nala and Marco met and a taste of their relationship over the last 5 years * The inspiration for Shakti Speaks and an overview of the content to be explored