From Cult to Consciousness: Astrology, Shadow Work & Spiritual Truth - STP 75

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What happens when your spiritual journey leads you into a cult… and back out again?

In this episode of the Spiritual Teachers Podcast, Petr sits down with Sher Kirti to explore astrology, shadow work, spiritual awakening, and the hidden dangers of spiritual communities.

Sher shares her deeply personal journey—from a Buddhist upbringing to exploring yoga, psychedelics, and mystical communities—eventually finding herself in a spiritual group that revealed toxic and cult-like dynamics.

We explore:

•  Sher’s full spiritual awakening journey (Buddhism, yoga, ego death) 
•  The dark side of spiritual communities and cult experiences 
•  Shadow work, self-awareness, and reclaiming personal power 
•  Astrology basics: birth charts, houses, signs, and nodes 
•  Western vs Vedic astrology explained 
•  Astrology and free will vs destiny 
•  Spiritual guides, entities, and protection 
•  The role of astrology in relationships, purpose, and life direction 
•  The connection between astrology and the I Ching

This episode is a grounded yet expansive look at spirituality—balancing mystical exploration with critical thinking and self-trust.

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YT CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/@sherkirti/videos
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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
 02:10 Sher’s Spiritual Awakening Journey
 07:30 Buddhism, Yoga & Ego Death Experience
 12:40 Discovering Spiritual Communities
 18:20 When Spirituality Becomes a Cult
 26:10 Gaslighting & Toxic Group Dynamics
 33:45 Shadow Work & Self-Awareness
 40:10 Encounters with Spiritual Guides & Entities
 48:30 Dark Night of the Soul & Self-Protection
 55:20 Astrology Basics Explained (Charts, Houses, Signs)
 01:05:00 Western vs Vedic Astrology
 01:12:40 Astrology & Free Will Debate
 01:18:30 Astrology for Life Purpose & Timing
 01:25:10 North Node, South Node & Karma
 01:32:00 Generational Planets & Collective Shifts
 01:38:20 Astrology & I Ching Connection
 01:42:00 Final Thoughts

Keywords:

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