If you’ve been thinking about signing up for a 10-day silent Vipassana meditation retreat—especially as your first experience with meditation—this episode might give you a perspective you haven’t heard before. I’ve been meditating for over 25 years and have had a daily practice for more than 20 of those years.

While I’m not against retreats or Vipassana itself, I’ve seen some patterns emerge that raise a few important red flags—particularly for beginners.

In this episode, I walk through those red flags one by one, culminating in the biggest one that often gets overlooked, even by seasoned meditators. I’ll also share what I’ve found to be a more realistic, sustainable way to build a practice that actually sticks.

This isn’t a takedown—it’s a grounded, honest take on what works, what doesn’t, and how to choose a path that you’ll still want to be walking six months, or even six years, from now.

Why does life still feel hard... even when you're doing all the “right” things?
You’re meditating. You’re journaling. You’re doing the therapy.
And yet—something still feels off. Like you’re carrying tension you can’t shake. Or like you’ve hit a spiritual plateau.

In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, we take a brutally honest look at the version of “ease” that most of us have been taught to chase—especially in the spiritual and self-improvement space. You’ll hear how chasing the wrong kind of ease can leave you stuck in a beautiful prison of comfort, achievement, or optimization… without ever actually feeling free.

We’ll talk about why so many people, even the spiritually committed, stay restless or burnt out—and the shift that quietly transforms your inner work into a real-life superpower.

This is not about meditating more.
It’s not about manifesting harder.
It’s about something most people never do—especially not consistently.

If your life still feels heavy in ways you can’t explain, this episode might just be the mirror you didn’t know you needed.

When a popular spiritual podcaster claimed that Spirit told him to go on a dating app—and eventually impregnate someone outside his marriage—it sparked outrage across the wellness community.

But this episode isn’t about judging his choices. It’s about what our reactions reveal about us. From projection and moral superiority to spiritual bypassing and purpose distraction, we’re unpacking the deeper truths behind the scandal—and how to use moments like these to expand awareness instead of leak energy.

If you’ve ever found yourself triggered by someone else’s “spirituality,” this one’s for you.

You’ve probably heard the phrase by now—let them leave, let them disappoint you, let them talk. It’s the core of Mel Robbins’s viral Let Them theory. And while it sounds empowering on the surface, many spiritual seekers are finding themselves conflicted by it. Is “letting them” an act of strength… or avoidance?

In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, we explore what most people miss when they try to apply “let them” in real life. We talk about the illusion of control, the discomfort of being misunderstood, and the deeper invitation that this theory is really pointing to—if you’re willing to look inward.

Whether you’re navigating a breakup, setting boundaries with family, or trying to make peace with someone’s behavior, this episode will help you shift your focus from blame to clarity—and from reactivity to real freedom.

This isn’t about giving up. It’s about letting go in the most powerful way possible.

If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling, overthinking, or struggling to make sense of why life isn’t going the way you thought it should, this episode offers a much-needed reframe. Instead of labeling every moment as good or bad, what if you asked a different question—one that puts you back in the driver’s seat of your experience?

In this solo episode, Light unpacks a subtle but powerful spiritual lens that can help you navigate chaos, stay centered during uncertainty, and make aligned decisions without getting swept up in judgment or fear. It’s not about toxic positivity or blind faith. It’s about learning how to interpret your circumstances in a way that empowers rather than limits you.

Listen in for a grounded, eye-opening shift that might just change how you see everything.

You’ve heard the advice a thousand times: “Just be yourself.”
But what does that actually mean—especially when you feel misunderstood, lonely, or like you don’t have power over your own life?

In this episode, Light breaks down the real meaning of “being yourself” from a spiritual perspective. You’ll learn the difference between your impulses and your inner truth, why being authentic might cost you something (but will give you even more), and how to access the deeper part of you that’s been quietly calling out all along.

Plus, Light shares a powerful retelling of Rosa Parks’ quiet act of courage—and how that is what it looks like to truly be yourself, even when it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable, or doesn’t make sense to anyone else.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-expression, people-pleasing, or feeling out of alignment, this one’s for you.

If you've ever struggled to explain your beliefs without sounding vague, defensive, or “woo-woo,” you're not alone. In this episode, we're talking directly to those who identify as spiritual but not religious—and offering a grounded way to talk about it.

You might believe in God, Source, the Universe, Nature, or a higher intelligence. But how do you share that with others—especially when you're the only one in your family or friend group walking this path? How do you stay true to your spiritual perspective without rejecting someone else's faith?

This conversation is about clarity, compassion, and confidence. You'll learn how to articulate your beliefs in a way that feels true to you, while also respecting where others are coming from. It's not about converting anyone—it's about finding the words that help you stand in your truth without triggering division.

Whether you're new to the spiritual path or you've been on it for years, this episode will help you deepen your understanding and communicate it with more peace and presence.