We explore how early trauma and disconnection shape the way we experience love, identity, and belonging. Louis & Paula Silverstein share how war, childhood wounds, and emotional disconnection influenced their lives—and what shifted as they began to meet those experiences through awareness, relationship, and higher consciousness. From Louis’s early experiences with war and cultural identity to Paula’s path of healing and partnership, their journey reveals how resilience is formed and how connection can be rebuilt. Together, they speak to the role of community, the integration of past wounds, and the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen and supported. This conversation moves through trauma, healing, and conscious relationship, exploring what it means to live with greater awareness, compassion, and presence—where love, joy, and connection become part of the path forward. Topics In This Episode: -Early life and experiences with war and trauma -The concept of soul divinity and spiritual awakening -Healing childhood wounds through reparenting and therapy -The importance of community and creating supportive environments -The role of love, joy, and pleasure in spiritual growth -Practical tools for awakening and self-discovery -The interconnectedness of all life and energy fields -Living authentically and embracing higher consciousness _____ Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared in this episode are solely those of the Guest and do not necessarily represent the views, beliefs, or positions of the Awakening Soul Divinity Podcast. The content is intended for inspiration, reflection, and personal growth, and should not be taken as professional or medical advice. Louis “Luchiano “Silverstein, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Humanities (Emeritus), Columbia College Chicago, where he also served as Dean of the College and Chair of the Dept. of Life Arts & Liberal Education. He is a transcendental philosopher and practitioner, educator, author, storyteller, sand writer, terra artist, public speaker and societal/cultural activist. He is the author of "Deep Spirit and Great Heart: Living In Marijuana Consciousness," "Encountering Life’s Endings" and "Blow Your Mind, Open Your Heart and Teach Your Soul." His studies and presentations have taken him to settings throughout the U.S., Jamaica, Costa Rica, Canada, numerous European countries, and into realities beyond that which can be known by reason alone. Having taken a road less travelled during his lifetime, he is known as having planted so many seeds among his students and general audiences that forests of his teachings and practices are growing everywhere. Paula Silverstein is a Puerto Rican New Yorker, with a B.A. in Fine Arts and Arts Education, an MSW in Clinical Social Work and a long career in Teaching and School Social Work in urban and suburban communities. She is also an artist, psychotherapist, writer, and storyteller. For links to connect with today's guest - see below: Louis: YouTube Paula: Etsy Awakening Soul Divinity: Get your FREE E-BOOK on Anxiety Awakening Soul Divinity Website Join our Community on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
