Practically Awake
Welcome! I’m Jaclyn Proper, a Jungian Depth Coach, Educator, Explorer, Underworld Doula, Artist & human doing my best on Earth. This channel is about what it means to be an explorer of shadow and self. We dive into shadow work, eroticism, spiritual psychology, kink, neurodivergence, sexuality, travel, and authentic living through the lens of my personal journey and Jungian psychology. If you’re an unconventional soul, queer, kinky, neurospicy, or simply shadow-curious, you’ll find lighthearted yet no-nonsense conversations here to help you embrace your edges, and uncover the truth of who you are.
Practically Awake
Ego Resistance in Sexual Shadow Work (Why It Can Be Hard to Start)
Let’s talk about the part of your psyche that freaks out right before everything changes. In this episode, I’m breaking down ego resistance—what it is, why it shows up during shadow work (especially sexual shadow work), and how to tell the difference between genuine unreadiness vs your ego just being loud AF.
I share client stories (including one who almost missed his alignment session and went on to have life-changing results), personal examples from my own shadow work journey, and a real look at how resistance shows up: flakiness, confusion, life chaos, even physical symptoms. We cover:
💥 Why your ego clings to the familiar (even if it sucks)
💥 The top excuses people make when change is close
💥 The psychological defenses behind resistance
💥 How to actually push through sabotage with compassion and strategy
💥 How shadow work can trigger identity death—and rebirth
This is your sign that resistance doesn’t mean stop—it means you’re on the brink of something powerful.
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About Jaclyn Proper: Jaclyn is a Jungian Coach dedicated to helping you explore the depths of your psyche, embrace your true desires, and transform your life through conscious exploration and self-awareness. Join her as she breaks down barriers and opens up conversations about sexuality, creativity, and the journey towards wholeness.
