09/26/2025
I had a fascinating conversation with Kara Goodwin, author of "Your Authentic Awakening," about what it really means to wake up to a different understanding of reality.
During our discussion, she shared something that perfectly captures what many people are experiencing right now:
"The more you look into it, the more you start to see - you awaken to reality not being what we think it is, then more and more opens up to where it's like, wait, there is actually a whole lot going on."
In my practice, I've noticed more clients coming in who are questioning fundamental assumptions about their lives, relationships, careers, and belief systems. Often it starts with one area - maybe they have a health issue that traditional medicine isn't addressing, or they begin questioning patterns in their relationships - and suddenly they're seeing connections and possibilities they never noticed before.
This process of awakening isn't always comfortable. It can feel disorienting when the frameworks we've used to understand the world start shifting. But it's also where real growth and authentic transformation become possible.
Kara describes awakening as fundamentally a shift in perspective - not necessarily having all the answers, but beginning to ask different questions. I think that's a healthy way to approach it, whether we're talking about personal growth, spiritual development, or simply becoming more conscious about how we move through the world.
What has your experience been with questioning long-held beliefs or assumptions? Have you noticed areas of your life where you're seeing things differently than you used to?
If you're interested in hearing our full conversation about navigating these shifts with grounding and discernment, you can find it on the Journey Mindfulness Podcast.