
Spiritual Bypass
08/25/19 • 37 min
Spiritual Bypass is a term which means using our practice to avoid actually doing the work. It's a common defense mechanism or distraction that is important to recognize and let go of. Are you spiritually bypassing?
Recorded 8/1/2019
Visit Mary's website for more info on classes and teachings.
Spiritual Bypass is a term which means using our practice to avoid actually doing the work. It's a common defense mechanism or distraction that is important to recognize and let go of. Are you spiritually bypassing?
Recorded 8/1/2019
Visit Mary's website for more info on classes and teachings.
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