Dark periods are an inevitable part of life that can happen at any moment and in any number of ways:The death of a loved oneA terminal diagnosisJob loss Relationship breakdownBut what is the spiritual and psychological significance of this pain?In this episode of Gay Men Going Deeper, Michael is joined by LGBTQ+ affirmative psychotherapist Justin Oberste to discuss the concept of the Dark Night of the Soul, including:The 4 phases of a dark night of the soulSharing personal, real-life examplesThe spiritual significance of dark periodsTips for finding hope within the darknessThe 4 Phases of a Dark Night of the Soul - blog post referenced in today's episodeConnect with JustinWebsite: www.justinoberste.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/justinobersteToday's Host: Michael DiIorioWebsite: https://www.wellismo.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/wellismo_coach/Courses: learn.wellismo.comWatch this ep on YouTubeTake the Attachment Style Quiz!- Connect with us -Join the private Facebook communityTake our "Building Better Relationships" courseInstagramGayMenGoingDeeper.comPatreon-—Join the Gay Men Going Deeper Membership coaching community