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Aug 28
55m 50s

How commitment expands freedom, communit...

International School of Temple Arts
About this episode

Jasmeen Hana, Egyptian spirituality facilitator (and previous ISTA facilitator), speaks with Caitlyn Cook about her journey of self-discovery, spirituality, and community living. From a multicultural background, she has moved through crises of identity, spiritual revelation, and many years of global travelling, to finally settle in her community in rural Egypt. 


Drawing deeply from her expertise in ancient Egyptian mythology and culture, Jasmeen explains the importance of bringing offerings to the land (not just taking) and of commitment. When we can let go of our striving and driving to achieve, she says, we can become like nature, allowing life to emerge from within. 


Jasmeen emphasizes the importance of *taking action* to bring the mystical world, to which many of us are connected, into reality. As we aim to do this more, it seems, shadow work is essential, but so too is drawing on what is in our light. In fact, there are several things that could be in the way of us slowing down and committing to our chosen path... 


Jasmeen and Caitlyn also explore: 

  • How mythology helped Jasmeen find her place in the world.
  • Respecting and listening to the land as we would a lover. 
  • Stability as a marker of power in ancient Egypt.
  • Doubt as a block to right action in the world
  • How our dreams matter and contribute to the collective vision for a better world.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jasmeen Hana and Her Journey

04:58 The Role of Land and Community in Spirituality

09:56 The Importance of Giving Back to the Land

14:52 Commitment as a Path to Freedom

19:47 Finding Balance Between Movement and Stability

26:58 The Nature of Commitment

29:31 Shadow and Light Work

31:57 Embracing Self-Worth

34:53 Life Beyond Materialism

36:35 Bridging Spirituality and Daily Life

39:58 The Power of Action

43:37 Community and Shared Vision

47:22 The Beauty of Imperfection



About Jasmeen Hana

Jasmeen is a Kemetic spiritual and shamanic facilitator, community builder, and founder of Bliss School, a digital platform offering holistic education, leadership development, and shamanic awareness programs supported by the ancient Egyptian wisdom teachings. She is currently based in southern Egypt, where she has co-founded the development of an Ancient-future regenerative village project focused on community well-being and sustainable living, as well as temple life. 

Jasmeen’s website: https://www.bliss.school/

  • SPECIAL OFFER for ISTA podcast listeners: to receive a discount on online courses in Jasmeen’s Bliss School (link above), use the discount code “LOTUSGIFT” at check-out. 

Jasmeen on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Blissschool-JasmeenHana

Jasmeen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasmeen_hana_/


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