In this heartfelt episode, CJMiller shares a personal story about teaching his son to drive—and the spiritual metaphor that unfolded along the way.

While navigating Central Expressway, a car sped by, weaving in and out of traffic. Instead of reacting, CJ pulled aside and let it pass. It became the perfect teaching moment: when someone operates from chaotic or aggressive energy, you don’t have to match it. Let them meet their own energy.

This story expands into a larger reflection on life. As CJ explains to his son, everything operates on a spiritual level. The consciousness of a reckless driver will eventually attract a similar consciousness. Our job is to hold steady—to stay centered in love. When we react, retaliate, or try to “win,” we step away from our love base.

Drawing inspiration from Abraham-Hicks and the concept of staying in the “vortex,” CJ explores the challenge of maintaining spiritual alignment in a world that constantly pulls us toward fear, outrage, and distraction. Whether it's doomscrolling on social media, toxic conversations, or drama-driven entertainment, we’re being called to a higher practice: holding the vibration of Love.

Be the broader Love. This isn’t romantic love—it’s the universal Love that ancient cultures and spiritual traditions have named again and again. The Greeks called it Agape. In Buddhism, it's Mettā—loving-kindness. In Hinduism, Bhakti. In Catholic mysticism, Caritas. In New Thought, it is the Creative Intelligence behind all form—Love as a force that moves through everything and asks for nothing in return.

CJ shares how he's begun pulling back from negative media and limiting his exposure to people who feed off fear and anger—not out of judgment, but to protect and nurture his own vibration. He encourages you to do the same: gently guide conversations back toward light, or walk away when necessary.

We’re often taught that we have to fix the problems we see. But sometimes, the highest form of action is demonstration. Be the lighthouse. Engage in passive resistance. Send money to organizations you believe in. Set intentions, offer prayers, donate to the disadvantaged. Staying in Love Consciousness is enough. Don’t push against—go toward Agape Love.

This episode is a gentle yet powerful reminder: we don’t fix the world by sinking to its level. We change it by holding our ground in Love, and letting others rise to meet us there—when they’re ready.

Want to improve your artwork? It might be time to look beyond your brushstrokes—and into your mind. In this episode, CJ Miller explores how the thoughts you carry into the studio directly affect your creative process, your confidence, and even the final piece.

Drawing inspiration from The Spiritual Artist, Eckhart Tolle, and contemplative wisdom from Father Richard Rohr, CJ shares practical tools to help you monitor your thoughts, practice presence, and awaken a deeper connection to your art.

You’ll learn:

• How being present in the studio improves flow
• Why watching your thoughts is the first step to creative clarity
• What happens when you stop judging and start observing with curiosity
• Breathing and body awareness practices that anchor you in the Now
• How to start a parking lot journal for mental clutter

Whether you’re painting, sculpting, or simply navigating life as a creative, this episode is a gentle reminder that your mind and your art are deeply connected.
The Spiritual Artist learns to listen—before the brush ever hits the canvas.

In this episode, CJ shares a recent experience of true connection after being invited to a student’s home for an artist playdate. Surrounded by different materials and supplies, they created art, exchanged ideas, and rediscovered the joy of in-person community.

But why is this kind of gathering so rare today? CJ explores how social media, the “junk food of social life,” gives the illusion of connection but leaves us feeling empty—much like a fast-food meal that satisfies in the moment but lacks real nourishment. From doom-scrolling to quick-click interactions, we’ve replaced deep relationships with fleeting digital moments.

Where are the bookstores, cafés, and gathering spots where we once met new people? Instead of engaging in real-world community, we isolate behind screens. But there’s hope.

CJ announces his new Creative Spirit Community program, launching this August at Unity Church of Dallas. Meeting on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, this gathering will include a talk, meditation, and small-group discussions to foster genuine connection.

Want to start building community today? CJ is offering five free copies of his book to anyone who hosts a book club at home. Or, if nothing else, just pick up the phone and make lunch plans with one friend. Real relationships start with small steps.

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What calls you?

We spend so much of our time wrapped up in what we should do—clean the house, pay the bills, check off the endless to-do list. But what if we set aside the “shoulds” for a moment and listened to what truly calls us? What if Spirit speaks, not through obligation, but through excitement?

In this episode, I explore the powerful concept of the Daimon, as introduced in James Hillman’s The Soul’s Code. This inner guide—your unique blueprint—has been with you since birth, nudging you toward your true destiny. I share a personal moment of realization, where a simple painting reminded me of my own creative calling.

What brings you joy? What sparks that deep inner yes? In my book, The Spiritual Artist (available on Amazon), I call this your Intelligence of Being—the unique code within you that guides your creative and spiritual journey. Today, I challenge you to listen to that voice—the one that knows your path better than your to-do list ever could.

When you hear the calling, what will you do?

While tending to the garden, The Spiritual Artist Podcast host CJ Miller reflects on the deeper spiritual truths revealed through nature. Inspired by the resilience of a simple dandelion, CJ explores how Creative Intelligence expresses itself through diversity, adaptability, and the unstoppable force of life.

In response to those who seek to limit the freedoms of others, CJ shifts focus to the spiritual reality—one where God, in infinite wisdom, operates through love. Just as nature finds a way to thrive despite obstacles, so too do truth, freedom, and diversity.

Through the lens of the natural world, CJ shares how shifting perspective can reveal deeper meaning. Even what is labeled as a nuisance—like dandelions—has a role to play in the grand design, benefiting pollinators and enriching the ecosystem. In the same way, every expression of life holds value.

The power of Spirit cannot be stopped. While temporary forces may appear to dominate, nature always finds a way. Spirit always prevails. Diversity is not just supported by God—it is God’s very demonstration.

In this podcast, CJMiller interviews Orlando O’Shea, an Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner, Jungian life coach, MSW student, writer, and abstract artist. With a deep understanding of psychology and self-exploration, Orlando specializes in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and neurodivergent populations, helping people live more authentically by recognizing the hidden parts of themselves—especially the parts that show up in the form of emotional triggers.

At a time when the world feels increasingly divided, Orlando explains how the aspects of ourselves we reject—our shadow—often show up in others, triggering strong emotional reactions. We see this daily in the news, in political debates, and even in our personal relationships. Jungian psychology teaches that what we most resist in others is often a reflection of something unresolved within ourselves. Internal Family Systems expands on this by viewing the self as a system of different internal parts, each with its own needs, fears, and beliefs. Some of these parts are protective, while others are frozen in time, carrying the weight of past trauma. When someone or something in the world activates these hidden aspects, we react—often with anger, judgment, or fear.

Orlando shares how shadow work helps individuals reclaim these disowned parts, bringing them into conscious awareness instead of projecting them onto others. He notes that jealousy, irritation, or a strong dislike for someone can be powerful entry points for self-inquiry. Rather than asking, “Why are they like that?” we can ask, “When am I like that?”—a shift that fosters self-awareness and emotional resilience.

The conversation also delves into somatic awareness, the practice of noticing where emotions and past experiences reside in the body. Orlando explains that trauma and protective mechanisms don’t just exist in the mind—they are stored physically. Through Internal Family Systems, people learn to recognize these reactive parts, acknowledge their fears, and remind them, “I’ve got this.” Rather than labeling our reactions as flaws, this approach views them as natural survival mechanisms that can be integrated into a healthier sense of self.

In a time of heightened division and polarization, this conversation offers an invaluable perspective on how self-awareness can transform the way we relate to others. By understanding our own internal dynamics, we not only heal ourselves but also create more room for empathy, connection, and deeper conversations in the world around us.

For those interested in diving deeper into Jungian psychology, Orlando recommends:
📖 Why Good People Do Bad Things – James Hollis
📖 The Soul’s Code – James Hillman
📖 Dark Nights of the Soul – Thomas Moore

To learn more about Orlando O’Shea’s work, visit www.orlandooshea.com or follow him on Instagram at @feralsoulcoaching.

In this episode, CJ Miller shares how he processes his reactions to the world around him. When confronted with something unsettling, instead of reacting outwardly, he turns inward—observing his thoughts and shifting his consciousness. As spiritual artists, we are invited to pause, get quiet, and recognize the deeper, spiritual truth behind every situation. By practicing mindful awareness and using a rampage of gratitude, we can transform our energy, allowing the outer world to reflect this shift. Nothing is set in stone—consciousness shapes reality. Today, take a moment to watch yourself and notice the spiritual layer beneath the physical manifestation.

One Act of Defiance

In this short podcast, CJ Miller shares how he steps into love and encourages listeners to take one simple yet powerful act of defiance.

Start your morning with this practice:
"I release fear and anxiety, for I am not in the future.
I release guilt and anger, for I am not in the past.
I am here, now.
In this moment, I choose love, appreciation, and gratitude.
I trust Creative Intelligence to guide me.
I breathe. I listen. I simply am."

CJ invites you to take one act of defiance—whether it's boycotting a business, reaching out to someone with kindness, or making a conscious choice that aligns with love. While we can't control the whole world, each small act empowers us to move forward with purpose.