Explore the new site: www.drjohnwprice.comJoin us in The Open Gate: https://www.drjohnwprice.com/the-open-gate-ltIn this solo episode, I explore what it means to build a rhythm of spiritual practice—not as an escape from life, but as a way of showing up for it.I draw from my background growing up in a socially engaged religious community, my years as a psychotherapist, and the long process of returning to a deeper, embodied spirituality.We’ll look at the difference between outer ritual and inner transformation, between spiritual performance and real participation. Along the way, I weave in ideas from Jungian psychology, the necessity of emotional honesty, and the quiet work of remembering the sacred within ordinary life.This conversation is about developing a living rhythm, a pattern written in the soul, that keeps us connected to meaning, community, and presence.Key ThemesSpiritual practice is both an inner path and a shared human process.Rhythm matters more than perfection.Emotional experiences—grief, fear, longing—are not obstacles; they are initiations.Nature and everyday ritual reawaken a sense of belonging and presence.Community, teaching, and discipline form the architecture of a spiritual life.In This EpisodeFollow:Instagram — @thesacredspeaksFacebook — The Sacred SpeaksBrought to you by: www.centerforhas.com Theme Music: www.modernnationmusic.com