The pursuit of spiritual development can take many twists and turns, sometimes showing us where we are growing and sometimes showing us where our shadow continues to operate unabated. In spiritual communities, unexamined unconscious material can get amplified causing significant suffering. In today’s episode, Will and Keith share what they learned from experiences with gurus and in being members of spiritual communities in the past. They share openly about the ways they saw their own and others’ shadow material emerge in their deep dives in very different spiritual traditions. Show notes: Keith’s spiritual awakening - 01:49 Meeting Yogi Amrit Desai’s lawyer - 05:36 Will’s first meditation retreat - 10:06 Keith’s personal shadow - 13:35 Will’s personal shadow - 15:58 Shadows in the spiritual communities - 20:58 The divine and animal nature - 36:10 To learn more about Keith Kurlander & Dr. Will Van Derveer visit www.psychiatryinstitute.com *** How you can help others in a big way... If you enjoy the Higher Practice Podcast, please leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. It makes a big difference in getting the word out to other people who will benefit from this podcast. Simply, click on the show on your podcast app>scroll down to the bottom of all the episodes>in the ratings and reviews section tap stars to rate>click write a review. Want more? For show notes and more information, visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/podcast/ Sign up for our newsletter and to receive ongoing information for optimal mental health: email.psychiatryinstitute.com If you’re a provider visit https://psychiatryinstitute.com/ If you’re interested in patient care visit: www.psychiatrycenters.com For provider education reach out to: info@psychiatryinstitute.com For patient care reach out to: info@psychiatrycenters.com