Day 32/99: The Behaviors We Don't Tolerate in Our Community - Pedestals, Projections, and Emotional Immaturity

Start Here: Here is the link to join the SoulWork Onboarding Welcome Video!  Go get onboarded for Adi Shakti's 99 Day Magical Mystery Tour for the chance to win prizes and retreats: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-FuuGMumcc/ Here is the link to join the SEEKER Membership for FREE.   💥 Bad Apples or Juicy Growth? Navigating Emotional Maturity in Spiritual Communities What happens when a student just isn’t a fit? In this raw episode, I’m diving deep into the truth about “bad apples” in spiritual spaces. I’ll unpack the struggles of emotional immaturity, pedestaling, and unrealistic expectations that disrupt group dynamics and spiritual growth. But here’s the twist—what if these difficult students are just “juicy apples” waiting for growth? We’ll talk about the essential traits of emotional maturity, respect, and radical responsibility that I expect in SoulWork, and how these standards create a powerful container for transformation. This is about setting a high bar for integrity, for yourself and for the community. 🌿 🌱 From Misaligned to Juicy Apple: Why Community Maturity Matters Spiritual growth requires emotional intelligence, but what happens when someone isn’t there yet? In this episode, I’m getting real about my resistance to scaling SoulWork because of “bad apples” and how I’ve reframed that mindset. I’ll share stories of misalignment, lack of respect for culture, and neediness that show up in spiritual communities—and how, as guides, we can hold space for growth while maintaining integrity. Let’s explore how to cultivate a mature, self-aware community that respects boundaries and honors the sacred space. 🌱 🌟 Emotional Maturity as a Prerequisite: How to Thrive in SoulWork If you’ve ever felt the tension of dealing with difficult students, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why emotional maturity, self-responsibility, and respect for the culture are non-negotiable in the spaces I hold. We’ll dive into the behaviors that cause disruptions—like treating me like a customer service agent or coming in with a “get” mentality—and how these can be transformed into deeper growth opportunities. It’s time to set clear expectations, honor the integrity of the container, and foster a space for real, soul-deep transformation. 🌸