In Episode 2 of The Veil: On Death & Shadow Work, we dive into the concept of Death as a Spiritual Teacher. In Western culture, death is often seen as something to fear—an ominous end or a judgment day. But what if death was seen not as a final destination but as a profound teacher of life, transformation, and rebirth?

In this episode, I open up about my own journey with death, from the small, seemingly trivial moments of loss to the teachings from various spiritual traditions. We explore how these beliefs—whether Buddhist, Hindu, or Celtic—embrace death as a continuation, a release, and an opportunity to let go. We'll also discuss how death shows up in our everyday lives as we shed parts of our identities, relationships, and beliefs to grow into new versions of ourselves. As we move out of Samhain and through the thinning of the veil, let’s talk about befriending our deepest fears and seeing death as a teacher of impermanence and freedom. Join me for a raw, introspective conversation on how facing the reality of death can invite us to live with more openness, release, and trust.

Welcome to The Veil

In this first episode of The Veil: On Death & Shadow Work, your host Kristina Margaret introduces the podcast and its mission to explore the deep connection between death and shadow work. Whether you're new to Kristina's work or have followed her journey, this episode sets the stage for a raw and transformative exploration of life's most difficult topics.

Kristina shares her own experiences with shadow work over the past five years and how it has shaped her understanding of death, trauma, and personal healing. She explains shadow work as the process of rediscovering lost or fragmented parts of ourselves and facing the uncomfortable truths that have shaped our identities. In this episode, she offers insight into how shadow work can expand our capacity for self-awareness, growth, and the ability to live fully.

Kristina also delves into the cultural fear around death and how society's attachment to materialism and comfort keeps us disconnected from the sacredness of life’s transitions. As she demystifies the concepts of death and shadow work, Kristina opens up about the importance of facing our fears, letting go, and embracing life's impermanence.

Tune in for a powerful conversation that sets the tone for future episodes, where topics such as death rituals, cultural taboos, and the dark night of the soul will be explored in depth. If you're ready to unpack your shadows and dive into the mysteries of death, this is just the beginning.

Subscribe now and join Kristina on this transformative journey through The Veil.