What's the difference between a light worker and a shadow worker — and do you actually need both?

In this episode I break down how light work and shadow work address different dimensions of the psyche, why they're not at odds with each other, and how integration is the often-overlooked piece that connects the two. I talk about the pitfalls of each — how toxic positivity and endless self-inquiry can both become sophisticated forms of avoidance — and how to recognize which type of work or guide you actually need at any given moment.

I also interview myself about my own practice as a depth worker: how I came to shadow work, what a session with me actually looks like, how my human services background shapes the way I hold space, and why I use tarot, Vedic astrology, and cacao as my primary tools.

If you've ever felt like spiritual p ...