Spiritual Sense: Practical wisdom to quiet an overthinking mind and recharge your soul

Spiritual Awakening
Spiritual Awakening
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Spiritual Sense is a weekly conversation between Michael Mackintosh and Shireen Chada, two longtime meditation teachers, on how to quiet an overthinking mind, recharge your soul, and bring more peace into everyday life. Each episode takes one real spiritual idea and turns it into something you can actually use, drawing on ancient wisdom and decades of practice. Warm, practical, and grounded: wisdom you can live, not just think about.

  1. 6d ago

    Why you are afraid to disappoint people?

    Why are we afraid of disappointing people, and how can we stop people-pleasing and live more authentically? In this episode of Spiritual Sense, we explore the psychology of people-pleasing, the fear of rejection, the need for approval, and how to find emotional freedom by letting go of other people's expectations. Why do we feel guilty when we say no? Why do we worry so much about what other people think of us? And why is it sometimes so difficult to put our own needs first without feeling selfish? This conversation explores the deeper reasons behind our fear of disappointing others, including our attachment to approval, our fear of judgment, and the beliefs that shape our relationships and behaviour. Together, we look at how self-awareness, setting healthy boundaries, and spiritual growth can help us break free from people-pleasing, overcome the fear of rejection, and develop a healthier relationship with ourselves and others. In this episode, we explore: Why we are afraid of disappointing people The psychology of people-pleasing and seeking approval How the fear of rejection influences our decisions Why saying no can trigger guilt How to stop worrying about what others think Setting boundaries without feeling selfish Letting go of external validation and other people's expectations Finding inner peace through self-awareness and personal growth At Spiritual Sense, we explore consciousness, spirituality, self-discovery, and the nature of human experience. Our conversations invite you to question familiar patterns, deepen your understanding of yourself, and discover new perspectives on living a more conscious and meaningful life. If you are interested in spirituality, consciousness, emotional intelligence, personal development, and self-awareness, subscribe to Spiritual Sense for more thought-provoking conversations. The question to reflect on: Are you making choices that feel right to you, or are you living in fear of how other people might react? #SpiritualSense #PeoplePleasing #SelfAwareness #Spirituality #PersonalGrowth

  2. Oct 18

    The voice that says you are not good enough

    Have you ever noticed that the harshest voice in your life can sometimes be the one inside your own head? That inner critic tells you that you're not good enough, that you're falling behind, or that you don't deserve the happiness and success you want. Over time, these thoughts can become so familiar that you start believing they define who you are. But what if that voice isn't telling you the truth? In this episode of Spiritual Sense, we explore the inner critic, the stories we tell ourselves, and how negative self-talk can shape the way we see ourselves and the world around us. Discover how to recognize these thoughts without automatically believing them, create distance from old patterns, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. You don't have to fight every thought that enters your mind. Sometimes, the first step toward freedom is simply realizing that a thought is not a fact, and the voice in your head does not define your worth. You are more than the story you tell yourself. If this resonates with you, please like the video, share it with someone who needs to hear this message, and subscribe to Spiritual Sense for more conversations about mindfulness, self-awareness, and spiritual growth. Hashtags: #SpiritualSense #InnerCritic #SelfWorth #NegativeSelfTalk #Mindfulness #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualGrowth #InnerPeace #SelfLove #MentalWellbeing #ConsciousLiving

  3. Oct 11

    How to Stop Reacting to Difficult People (Take Back Your Power)

    Do difficult people constantly push your buttons? Do you find yourself getting angry, defensive, or emotionally drained after dealing with certain people? Learning how to stop reacting to difficult people is one of the most powerful steps you can take towards emotional freedom. In this episode, we explore why other people's behaviour triggers us, how our habitual reactions keep us trapped in emotional patterns, and how to create space between what someone does and how we choose to respond. Discover how to stop giving your power away, maintain your inner peace, and respond to challenging situations with greater awareness rather than automatic reactions. In this episode, we explore: Why certain people trigger strong emotional reactions. How to recognise your emotional patterns. The difference between reacting and responding. How to stop taking other people's behaviour personally. Ways to protect your peace without needing to change others. How to regain control over your attention and energy. You cannot always control how other people behave, but you can learn to change your relationship with their behaviour. Subscribe for more conversations about self-awareness, personal growth, spirituality, and discovering a more peaceful way of living. #SelfAwareness #EmotionalIntelligence #PersonalGrowth

  4. Sep 27

    Wake up from your old story

    What if the story you've been telling yourself about who you are isn't the whole truth? We all carry stories from our past — about what we're capable of, what we deserve, what happened to us, and who we believe we have to be. Over time, those stories can become so familiar that we stop questioning them. But your past doesn't have to become your identity. Changing your life can begin with recognising the stories you've been repeating and asking whether they still belong to the person you're becoming. You don't have to deny your past. You don't have to pretend difficult things didn't happen. But you can choose to stop allowing an old story to define your future. Sometimes awakening means realising that the chapter you're living from is no longer the chapter you're in.

  5. Sep 20

    Love your parts - stop fighting with ego

    Love Your Parts — Stop Fighting With Ego What if you didn't have to fight the parts of yourself you don't like? We often treat our fear, anger, insecurity, doubt, and difficult emotions as things we need to get rid of. We fight them, judge them, and try to become someone we're not. But inner peace doesn't necessarily come from defeating these parts of ourselves. It can come from understanding them. Your ego isn't something you have to destroy. It's a part of your experience that has developed to protect you, make sense of the world, and keep you feeling safe. The more you fight yourself, the more inner conflict you create. Instead, try becoming curious about what you're feeling. Notice the thought without immediately believing it. Give yourself permission to experience the emotion without allowing it to control you. You can acknowledge every part of yourself without letting every part run your life. Sometimes healing begins when you stop asking, "How do I get rid of this part of me?" And start asking, "What is this part trying to show me?" #SpiritualSense #Ego #SelfAwareness #InnerPeace #SelfAcceptance #SpiritualGrowth #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #InnerHealing #Consciousness

  6. Sep 13

    What If You Don't Have to Work So Hard?

    What If You Don't Have to Work So Hard? What if the answer isn't always to work harder? We can become so used to pushing, striving, achieving, and trying to keep everything under control that we forget another possibility exists: slowing down. Sometimes we believe that if we stop pushing, everything will fall apart. We convince ourselves that our worth comes from how much we accomplish, how productive we are, or how much we can carry. But constantly pushing yourself doesn't necessarily mean you're moving in the right direction. There is a difference between dedication and exhaustion. Between purposeful effort and endlessly trying to prove yourself. Sometimes clarity comes when you stop forcing. Sometimes the next step becomes visible when you finally give yourself permission to pause. You don't have to earn your right to rest. You don't have to be productive every moment. And you don't have to carry everything alone. Perhaps the question isn't "How much harder can I work?" Perhaps it's "What would happen if I stopped fighting so hard?" #SpiritualSense #Overworking #InnerPeace #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualGrowth #SelfAwareness #WorkLifeBalance #LetGo #MentalClarity

  7. Sep 6

    Stop Giving Away Your Power

    Stop Giving Away Your Power How often do you give your power away without even realising it? Every time you allow someone else's opinion to determine your worth, someone else's behaviour to control your peace, or someone else's approval to decide how you feel about yourself, you hand over a part of your inner power. But your power was never meant to live in other people's hands. Spiritual growth is often about coming back to yourself — recognising what you can control, releasing what you cannot, and choosing not to let external circumstances dictate your inner state. You don't need everyone to understand you. You don't need everyone's approval. And you don't need to keep explaining yourself to prove your worth. Sometimes reclaiming your power simply means becoming still, becoming aware, and remembering who you are beneath all the noise. Your peace is yours. Your choices are yours. Your energy is yours. Stop giving it away. #SpiritualSense #InnerPower #SelfAwareness #InnerPeace #SpiritualGrowth #PersonalGrowth #SelfWorth #Mindfulness #LetGo #Boundaries

  8. Aug 30

    Why your mind won't leave you alone

    Why does your mind keep talking, analysing, replaying conversations, imagining what could go wrong, and searching for answers even when you desperately want to switch off? Sometimes the problem isn't that you think too much — it's that you've never learned how to step out of the constant conversation happening inside your mind. In this episode of Spiritual Sense, we explore why the mind can become so relentless, what may be underneath overthinking and mental noise, and how you can begin creating space between yourself and your thoughts. You don't have to believe every thought that enters your mind. You don't have to solve everything right now. And you don't have to fight your mind to find peace. Sometimes, peace begins when you simply stop engaging with every thought. ✨ In this episode: • Why your mind keeps searching for answers • The connection between overthinking and inner unrest • Why trying to control every thought can make things worse • How awareness can create distance from mental noise • Learning to be present instead of constantly analysing • Finding stillness when your mind won't slow down If this resonates with you, like, subscribe and share with someone who needs to hear this today. #SpiritualSense #Overthinking #Mindfulness #InnerPeace #SpiritualAwakening #MentalPeace #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth

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Spiritual Sense is a weekly conversation between Michael Mackintosh and Shireen Chada, two longtime meditation teachers, on how to quiet an overthinking mind, recharge your soul, and bring more peace into everyday life. Each episode takes one real spiritual idea and turns it into something you can actually use, drawing on ancient wisdom and decades of practice. Warm, practical, and grounded: wisdom you can live, not just think about.

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