Ep 47 Spiritual Protection in Times Of Crisis

The world feels heavy right now. Constant news cycles, systemic crises, and collective trauma can overwhelm even the most grounded people. In this episode, we talk about how to stay informed and engaged without burning out your nervous system or collapsing spiritually. We explore how trauma impacts media consumption, why binary thinking makes everything worse, and how shadow work, spiritual protection, and spirit relationships help build real resilience. We also break down practical spiritual protection practices — including cleansing, warding, and working with plant allies, deities, and ancestral spirits — so you can stay grounded while navigating turbulent times. In this episode we discuss: • Nervous system regulation during collective trauma • How to stay informed without doom-scrolling • Why binary thinking collapses discernment • The role of shadow work in spiritual protection • Working with ancestors, deities, and spirit allies • The difference between cleansing, clearing, and protection • Practical tools for spiritual resilience in chaotic times If you're trying to stay spiritually grounded while the world feels unstable, this conversation will help you stay clear, protected, and engaged without burning out.   Resources Mentioned: Temple Waitlist: https://www.themysticinthewoods.com/temple LightBringer Training: https://www.themysticinthewoods.com/lightbringermystic A few Instagram accounts for various context, news, etc: amandasmildtakes: https://www.instagram.com/amandasmildtakes/ daniellamyoung_: https://www.instagram.com/daniellamyoung_/ ashleytheebarroness: https://www.instagram.com/ashleytheebarroness/ annaconnellyiscool: https://www.instagram.com/annaconnellyiscool/   The lawyers post I mentioned, her account has been helpful for me as well: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUiptM7AuJU/?img_index=1 Connect with Kate: Instagram: @themysticinthewoods YouTube: @themysticinthewoods Find all her current offerings here. Connect with Alexandra: Instagram: @theserpentinewitch Find all her current offerings here.