716. Kim Sheridan

Kim Sheridan is an award-winning author, naturopath, entrepreneur, and more. Her focus includes animals, the afterlife, health, the environment, veganism, and all topics related to compassion for humans and animals alike. She is a highly respected expert on life after death for animals, and much of her time is devoted to rescuing animals, caring for them, and providing hospice care for elderly animals making their transition to spirit. Kim is the author of Animals and the Afterlife and the founder of Compassion Circle, a non-profit organization with a mission to expand the circle of compassion to all beings. Compassion Circle is comprised of animal rescue, animal sanctuary, and a line of nutritional products for animals, all proceeds of which help fund the rescue and sanctuary. Kim has been listed in 2,000 Notable American Women, Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals, and Great Minds of the 21st Century. Her goal is to help make the world a better place, to provide comfort to those grieving the loss of a beloved animal, and to be a voice for the voiceless, teaching compassion and respect for all living beings. Website: animalsandtheafterlife.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded September 30, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:15 Life's Mission and Early Connection to Animals 00:07:32 Mystical Experiences and Auras 00:11:32 Finding Peace with Loss 00:15:20 The Value of Immortality Discussed 00:18:26 The Gift of Animal Communicators 00:22:07 Debating the Afterlife with an Atheist 00:25:29 The Case for Intelligent Design 00:28:43 The Spiritual Connection with Animals 00:32:21 Ethical Considerations of Consuming Different Life Forms 00:36:27 Animal and Human Visitations After Passing 00:38:27 Understanding Animal Communication and Grief 00:42:17 The Role of Compassion in Spiritual Teachings 00:45:52 The Possibility of Animals Returning in Another Form 00:49:08 The Debate on Souls and Animals in Religion 00:52:41 The Soul's Higher Self and Astral Realms 00:56:18 The Concept of Group Souls in Nature 00:59:19 The Continuation of Love Beyond Loss 01:02:17 Tribute to June: The Rat That Inspired a Journey 01:05:01 Ghostly Encounters with Deceased Pets 01:08:45 Embracing Mystical Experiences 01:12:14 The Importance of Open-Mindedness in Science 01:15:25 Scientists and Believers: Bridging the Gap 01:19:37 Messages from Animals through Professional Mediums 01:21:59 Communicating with Animals and Nature 01:24:48 Experiencing Pet Communication 01:27:51 Profound Contact Dreams 01:31:16 Investigating Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP) 01:34:25 Werner Von Braun on Spiritual Continuity 01:37:41 Full Circle: The Author's Journey and Ending Reflections 01:41:10 Safe Driving Tips and Personal Experiences