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The Spiritual Body: Our Connection to Food

6 Comments / SPIRITUALITY / susanne van doorn / 12 May 2017

In this second blog of a four-part series on the body, Susanne van Doorn explores the connection between the spiritual body and food. Discover how our relationship with food, influenced by early experiences and the Mother Wound, shapes how we nourish and care for our bodies. From childhood comfort foods to the struggle with unhealthy food relationships, this blog delves into how food and nourishment are deeply linked to our sense of identity and connection to Mother Earth. Learn about the impact of food on health, body image, and self-acceptance as we embrace the spiritual body in harmony with nature’s cycles.

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Inanna: myth of descent

10 Comments / Mythofunda, MYTHOLOGY / susanne van doorn / 16 December 2015

In today’s guest blog, Dr. Jean Raffa explores the myth of Inanna’s descent as a powerful metaphor for psychological and spiritual transformation. Life’s descents—whether caused by grief, existential crises, or personal conflict—mirror Inanna’s journey to the underworld, where she is stripped of her illusions and reborn with wisdom and balance. Discover how descent myths like Inanna’s offer guidance, healing, and renewal in times of darkness.

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Romance of the Grail: 3 discoveries

1 Comment / Mythofunda / susanne van doorn / 10 November 2015

Discover the timeless wisdom of Joseph Campbell’s Romance of the Grail as it explores synchronicity, mythology, and the enduring relevance of King Arthur’s court. Unveil the hidden connections between spirituality, personal growth, and the myths that continue to shape our lives.

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Healing and Breakthroughs with Archetypes, Art, & Poetry

4 Comments / Guest blog / susanne van doorn / 16 September 2015

Unlock the power of healing and personal breakthroughs through archetypes, art, and poetry. By recognizing recurring archetypal themes in your dreams, waking life, and meditations, you can experience deep transformation and healing. Expressing these themes artistically not only enhances your understanding but helps you live through the challenges and gifts each archetype offers. Art and poetry work together to capture the emotional breakthroughs, allowing you to hold healing energy in your hands and experience life more fully. This journey opens up choices, empowerment, and the power to heal, transforming you into an active participant in your own story.

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Persephone or how mythology is still relevant

1 Comment / MYTHOLOGY, Spirifunda / susanne van doorn / 1 September 2015

Discover the timeless relevance of mythology through the story of Persephone, whose life was forever changed by a single gesture. From love and loss to mother-daughter dynamics, myths like Persephone’s hold valuable lessons for our lives today. Join our online Mythology course to explore creation myths, the hero’s journey, and more. Gain insights into your personal mythology and reshape your life’s narrative with new perspectives.

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Dreaming at the crossroads of Life

Leave a Comment / Spirifunda / susanne van doorn / 21 July 2015

Join me on a journey through life’s crossroads as I reflect on my dreams and their guidance in each stage of life. From childhood into womanhood, through motherhood and partnership, and now into the Crone phase, dreams have offered insights and wisdom at every step. Explore the powerful symbolism in dreams that help us navigate personal growth, spiritual development, and the wisdom of age. Read more of my story at Patti Allen’s Heart-Centered Dreamwork blog.

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