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Has Spirituality Made Us Self-Obsessed?

September 1, 2026 · 21 min

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When does self-development stop helping... and start holding us back?

In this episode, I'm asking an uncomfortable question that I've been wrestling with myself:

Has modern spirituality become too focused on me?

My healing.

My awakening.

My purpose.

My story.

And somewhere along the way, have we forgotten that spirituality is also about service?

We explore:


  • Why every spiritual journey begins with self—and why it shouldn't stay there
  • How social media encourages self-focus
  • Whether we're becoming addicted to understanding ourselves
  • The difference between healing and endless self-analysis
  • Why Spirit Social's first birthday reminded me what really matters
  • And the question I've been asking myself every day:

"How can I be of service today?"

This isn't a criticism of anyone else.

It's a conversation I'm having with myself first.

I'm starting a circle, and you're invited.

Most people developing their mediumship are doing it on their own. From September I'm running a monthly development circle inside Spirit Social, where you practise with other people instead of just reading about it. Over 12 monthly live events, alongside daily card readings and live demonstrations.

Come and join us: https://onelink.to/pgwzuq

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