
The Path of Resilience and Growth: Cindy Biggs Discusses Life's Unexpected Turns and Spiritual Healing
06/22/23 • 128 min
Have you ever wondered how life and spiritual journeys intertwine, leading us down unexpected paths? Join me as I chat with my mom, Cindy Biggs, a retired senior foreign service officer and international journalist, about her incredible adventures and the wisdom she's gained along the way. From learning Spanish and living in rural Venezuela, Mexico, and Brazil, to witnessing the rise of Hugo Chavez, we dive into the power of the human spirit and the importance of being open to new experiences.
In this insightful conversation, Cindy shares her experiences with trauma and therapy, and how she discovered the healing potential of family constellations. We also explore the power of plant-based medicine, the complexities of religion, and the potential of ayahuasca for spiritual healing. As we discuss the current Ukrainian crisis, we emphasize the importance of understanding the power of narratives, trauma, and the human capacity for both good and evil.
Don't miss out on this powerful and insightful conversation with my mom, Cindy Biggs. We touch upon the challenges of navigating life decisions, tragedy, and the invaluable lessons she's learned along her journey. This episode will inspire you to reflect on your own path, the connections you've made, and how your experiences shape who you are today. Join us on this thought-provoking and heartwarming exploration of life, love, and the pursuit of wisdom.
Have you ever wondered how life and spiritual journeys intertwine, leading us down unexpected paths? Join me as I chat with my mom, Cindy Biggs, a retired senior foreign service officer and international journalist, about her incredible adventures and the wisdom she's gained along the way. From learning Spanish and living in rural Venezuela, Mexico, and Brazil, to witnessing the rise of Hugo Chavez, we dive into the power of the human spirit and the importance of being open to new experiences.
In this insightful conversation, Cindy shares her experiences with trauma and therapy, and how she discovered the healing potential of family constellations. We also explore the power of plant-based medicine, the complexities of religion, and the potential of ayahuasca for spiritual healing. As we discuss the current Ukrainian crisis, we emphasize the importance of understanding the power of narratives, trauma, and the human capacity for both good and evil.
Don't miss out on this powerful and insightful conversation with my mom, Cindy Biggs. We touch upon the challenges of navigating life decisions, tragedy, and the invaluable lessons she's learned along her journey. This episode will inspire you to reflect on your own path, the connections you've made, and how your experiences shape who you are today. Join us on this thought-provoking and heartwarming exploration of life, love, and the pursuit of wisdom.
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Today on the podcast we have a very special guest .
Speaker 1She's a retired senior foreign service officer
Speaker 1and international journalist ,
Speaker 1my mom Cindy Biggs .
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