What It Means To Be Alive

Amy Demone
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What It Means To Be Alive

Imagine being able to experience the world through a different lens. One where you are not just observing life but taking part in it and experiencing its magic. What It Means To Be Alive explores curious and taboo topics integral to understanding what humans do, why we do it, and what it means for us as a human race. Together we'll explore topics ranging from psychology, new-age spiritualism, religion, decolonization, alternative realities, privilege, aliens, sex, psychedelics and plain everyday (somethings boring) life.

  1. 08/15/2022

    Letting Go Of Other People's Opinions: How To Find True Inner Peace

    At some point in our lives, we all face the challenge of letting go of other people's opinions. Whether it's a parent, a friend, or even society, there comes a time when we have to decide what matters most to us. On the one hand, we may feel like we need the approval of others to feel good about ourselves. On the other hand, we may realize that their opinion is based on their limitations and doesn't reflect our true inner worth. Ultimately, the choice is ours to make.In this episode of What I...

    10 min

  2. 08/08/2022

    What Its Like to Take Magic Mushrooms on Good Friday

    ​​Have you ever tried psychedelics? For many people, the experience is life-changing. It can be a way to access new levels of awareness and understanding that are difficult to reach in everyday consciousness.If you're a self-development junkie, like host Amy Demone - then you probably can't help but wonder what it would be like to take the medicine on such a special day as Good Friday. After all, Easter is all about rebirth, and what could be more symbolic of rebirth than taking mushrooms on ...

    20 min

  3. 08/01/2022

    Psychedelics Should Come with a Warning Label

    Psychedelics are becoming increasingly popular as people look for different ways to expand their consciousness and improve their mental health. It's no secret that psychedelics can have profound effects on our psyche. Used intentionally, they can help us access parts of our minds that are usually hidden and bring about deep personal growth. But before you go out and buy your first batch of psychedelics, it's essential to be aware of the risks involved. J like any powerful force, psychedelics ...

    11 min

  4. 04/27/2021

    The Evolution of Self with Amy Demone

    In this episode, host Amy D, shares her gratitude to listeners for supporting the show, and the Empathy Front. She shares how she has evolved over the past few years through the death of her father, a cancer diagnosis of her mother, assuming legal guardianship over two individuals, and how that has impacted where we’re headed in life. Show notes at: https://www.theempathyfront.com/50

    10 min

  5. 04/20/2021

    What It's Like to Be Diagnosed with Bipolar in Your 50s with Bob Krulish

    Diagnosis of mental health may be seemingly ordinary these days, but before 2010, mental illness was a taboo subject that no one dared to talk about. Living undiagnosed and experiencing a different way of processing than those around him, Bob began to seek answers to a lifelong problem that seemed to be damaging his life. In this episode, we cover what it’s like to be living with undiagnosed mental illness and how it can affect the relationships you keep, the moments you experience, and ...

    28 min

  6. 04/13/2021

    You Are Not Alone in the Struggle with Mental Illness with Tommy Dahlborg

    We repeat you are not alone! Mental illness can sometimes feel like a lonely place, but an army of individuals who have endured the struggle of managing their mental health who are here to lend a shoulder to learn on Tommy Dahlborg is one of those people. In this episode, Tommy shares his experience of being diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and why it went undiagnosed for so long. Tommy is also the host of the Strength Thru Vulnerability Podcast, who shares about difficult t...

    34 min

  7. 04/06/2021

    Surrendering to Love and Death with Larry Indiviglia

    Fear is a funny thing. It keeps up from surrendering to love and death. It prevents us from experiencing the rich vastness of the human experience. It prevents us from feeling both the good and the bad, and avoiding it helps us think in more control. But sometimes, we have to let go. In this episode of What We’re Not Talking about, larry Indiviglia shares his beautiful and heartwarming story of falling in love with his late wife Gayle and how he let go of fear in the face of death. Show ...

    28 min

  8. 03/30/2021

    Why Toxic Spirituality and Mental Illness Don't Mix with Alysa Wolfe

    Toxic spirituality is a lot more harmful than we realize. Focusing only on the positive prevents the people in pain from being seen, feeling understood, and being advocated for. It allows individuals who have always sat in the privilege to continue to sit there. Alysa Wolfe and Amy D sit down to share their experiences working with individuals ( no names) who have acted out of integrity for personal gain. The two will share tips on recognizing if you have someone who may be the ego in disguis...

    39 min
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Imagine being able to experience the world through a different lens. One where you are not just observing life but taking part in it and experiencing its magic. What It Means To Be Alive explores curious and taboo topics integral to understanding what humans do, why we do it, and what it means for us as a human race. Together we'll explore topics ranging from psychology, new-age spiritualism, religion, decolonization, alternative realities, privilege, aliens, sex, psychedelics and plain everyday (somethings boring) life.

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  • Creator
    Amy Demone
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2022 What It Means To Be Alive
  • Show Website
    What It Means To Be Alive

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