Navigating Spiritual Awakening and Unconscious Pain with Vedic Astrology A conversation with Dustin Cormier

The Vedic Astrology Podcast

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Fiona Marques and Dustin Cormier (youtube.com/c/howtorockastrology) discuss the themes of unconscious pain and awareness in the context of Vedic Astrology on the Vedic Astrology Podcast. The conversation explores the psychological and emotional challenges of self-awareness, the integration of pain as part of the awakening process, and the use of Astrology as a tool for managing and transforming these experiences. Key metaphors include the journey from a limited fishbowl (ego) to the vast ocean, and the cycle of striving and burnout akin to the myth of Icarus. They also touch upon the balance between masculine and feminine approaches to spiritual growth, how to listen to one's Chitta, and Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. Ultimately, the dialogue emphasizes finding joy and meaning in life's experiences, whether they are pleasurable or painful.

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Chapters

1. Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Defining the Unconscious, the Ego and more ... (00:01:34)

3. Saying Yes to Life (00:11:03)

4. Navigating the Pain of Awakening using Patanjali's Yoga Sutras (00:20:57)

5. Question 1 - Why does coming into Awareness bring Pain? (00:30:41)

6. Question 2 - Why does the Ego Flinch? (00:39:13)

7. Question 3 - From Illumination to Enlightenment (00:47:32)

8. Yin, Yang and an Updated Story of Icarus (01:02:21)

9. The Importance of the Guide you Choose (01:12:42)

10. Conclusion and Farewell (01:14:46)