In this episode, Michael sits down with Sarah Matson, a spiritual guide, retreat leader, and advocate for personal transformation. From childhood visions of angels to overcoming profound grief and family challenges, Sarah shares her journey of rediscovering love as the ultimate emotion, shedding fear, and creating life-changing retreats worldwide. They dive deep into relational spirituality, the epidemic of fatherlessness, long-term marriage dynamics, and how neuro-linguistic programming unlocks subconscious healing. If you've ever felt trapped by past trauma or curious about blending faith, mysticism, and self-love, this raw, inspiring dialogue will ignite your own awakening. True connection starts with embracing your inner daughter of the divine.

Reading Material

• Gnostic Gospels: Sarah discusses diving into these ancient Christian texts as part of her exploration of Christian mysticism.
• Alan Watts' Works: Referenced in the context of embracing the "messy, broken, tattered, squishy human."

Social & Web links

• Sarah Matson's Socials:
• @sarahmatsoncommunity – Follow for updates on retreats, spiritual insights, and community events.
• @sarahmatsonbellydance - Follow Sarah’s art and join a class, in person or remote!
• Website: journeyempowered.co – Explore her retreats, coaching services, and resources on healing and empowerment.

Referenced Podcast

The Worldwide Fatherlessness Epidemic & call to action (thisisemotionart x The Curiosity Collective): https://youtu.be/AqtwtmjS3Io

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