Power is not an idea — it’s a sensation. And for many of us, it’s a sensation we’ve been taught to fear. In this profound conversation, Crystal and power‑guide Larissa Conti explore the true nature of power: not domination, not control, but wattage — the capacity to move energy through the human vessel. Through Larissa’s story of losing her father and collapsing into a tidal wave of grief, we see how grief initiates us into power by overwhelming every protective mechanism we’ve built. This episode unpacks why humans freeze around emotion, why shadow power dominates our cultural narratives, and how the collective “meat grinder” we’re living through is actually a call to develop power literacy — the ability to stay centered, sovereign, and spacious through high‑wattage experiences. Crystal and Larissa explore paradox, creator‑ship, quantum time, radiance, and the future of human flourishing. They illuminate why true power is regenerative, relational, and built to serve the whole — and why stepping into it is not only possible, but necessary for the next era of humanity. 🚀 Download SoulPod, your spiritual scientist toolkit: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soulpod-breathwork-meditation/id1640481481 To connect with Larissa further: Instagram @lbconte Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/larissaconte/ ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introducing Larissa Conti 02:37 The Stanford collapse 07:15 Why people turn away from grief 09:12 Shock, wattage & trauma 12:26 Sovereign awareness through sensation 14:43 The collective meat grinder 16:14 The linguistic fog around “power” 17:48 Shadow power & disconnection 20:32 Shame around stepping into power 22:00 Power over vs. power given away 24:02 Power that serves the whole 24:21 Paradox as a spiritual skill 26:03 Kundalini, labeling & non‑judgment 31:14 Shadow power as the gatekeeper 33:19 Power to the whole 34:28 Generative focus & mental power 41:03 Creator‑ship & intention 44:30 Radiance, fame & magnetic power 49:20 Quantum work vs. linear work 52:09 Time as a construct 54:30 Healing from burnout 58:15 What true flourishing could look like 01:01:14 Constellation consciousness 01:07:34 Artemis II & collective wattage 01:12:48 Embodying inspiration 📌 IN THIS EPISODE: How grief initiates us into powerWhy power is “wattage” — an electrical overwhelmThe cultural discomfort with emotion and high sensationShadow power: domination, avoidance, and giving power awayWhy “power” is one of the most misunderstood words in EnglishThe collective meat grinder and the need for flexibilityHow meditation and power literacy intersectThe paradox of openness and discernmentKundalini, labeling, and the mind’s tendency to judgeWhy shadow power is not the enemy — but the gatekeeperThe quantum nature of time and creator‑shipHow focusing on what you don’t want fuels what you don’t wantRadiance, inspiration, and becoming the constellationThe future of work, burnout, and the myth of sacrificeWhat true flourishing could look like for humanityThe Artemis II astronauts as models of collective wattageSovereignty, intention, and the power to create reality 👉 New here? Subscribe so you don't miss the next one: https://www.youtube.com/@SoulPodApp 🚀 Ready to go deeper? Get paired with your SoulPod (free on iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soulpod-breathwork-meditation/id1640481481 ──────────────────────────────────────── ABOUT SOULPOD SoulPod is the spiritual scientist's toolkit for awakening. Real practices, grounded in evidence and unafraid of the mystical, paired to exactly where you are so you can align with the future you're reaching for 🪐 📲 CONNECT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulpod_app/ Website: https://www.soulpodapp.com Substack: https://soulpodapp.substack.com DISCLAIMER The views shared by guests are their own and don't necessarily reflect those of SoulPod or the host. This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not medical, psychological, or health advice. Breathwork and meditation practices may not be suitable for everyone. Consult a qualified professional before beginning any new practice. Follow SoulPod on Instagram! Download SoulPod on the app store