THE MYSTIC JESUS with MARIANNE WILLIAMSON
On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, I had the honor of speaking with my dear friend and spiritual mentor, Marianne Williamson.
Marianne has been a speaker and writer on transformational wisdom for over four decades, and she’s the author of 16 books, four of which have been #1 New York Times best sellers!
Our conversation was a wicked fun exploration of our decades-long personal connection and the transformative impact that Marianne, her books, and her teachings have had on my life.
From discovering Marianne's seminal work "A Return to Love" as a young woman - to the pivotal moments she’s guided me through over the years - Marianne has been a source of wisdom, compassion, and spiritual nourishment.
We also delved into Marianne's fantastic new book, The Mystic Jesus: The Mind of Love.
In which she discusses the mystical nature of Jesus - as a symbol of unalterable love and oneness who transcends religious boundaries.
We talked about reclaiming Jesus as - what I like to call - a "free agent". And seeing him as the loving “elder brother” who is accessible to all who seek his guidance.
We also discussed Marianne's political journey. She reflected on the challenges she faced when she ran for President and the DNC Chair - including being caricatured and dismissed, even by some within the spiritual community.
Despite these difficulties, Marianne remained steadfast in her commitment to bringing a much-needed spiritual perspective to the political arena, recognizing the urgent need for a profound shift in collective consciousness – in order to address the crises facing our nation and the greater world.
Our conversation also touched on the power of forgiveness, the impactful role of community and mentorship, and the transformative potential of teachings like A Course in Miracles in overcoming fear and cultivating inner peace.
Throughout this conversation, I experienced so much gratitude for the profound gift of our relationship, and the depth to which Marianne's writing, speaking, and teachings has affected not only my own life but the lives and spiritual journeys of so many people!
We ended our conversation with a beautiful prayer from Marianne that touched my heart and I hope that it touches yours too! xo
KEY POINTS:
• The decades-long spiritual connection and mentorship between Marianne and KK.
• Marianne’s new book – THE MYSTIC JESUS: THE MIND OF LOVE
• Jesus as a symbol of unalterable love and oneness, transcending religious boundaries.
• Receptivity, patience and trust in the Divine - as essential spiritual practices, especially in times of uncertainty and chaos.
• Letting go of the need to control and have all the answers.
• The transformative power of teachings like A Course in Miracles in overcoming fear and cultivating inner peace.
• The practical application of these spiritual principles.
• The impactful role of forgiveness and healing to transcend separation and trauma.
• The importance of community, support, and mentorship in personal growth and on the spiritual journey.
• The Nest: Spiritual Mentoring Group + Community 🪺
• My Tip Jar ❤️🫙
MARIANNE WILLIAMSON BIO:
Marianne Williamson is a bestselling author, lecturer and non-profit activist. She has worked with thousands of individuals, as well as large and small groups, in transforming crisis into opportunity. For 35 years she has been helping people heal from problems that in many ways have been created by an irresponsible political establishment. She has an up close and personal understanding of the impact of bad policy on average American’s lives.
For three decades Marianne has been a leader in spiritual and religiously progressive circles. Her book about the intersection of spirituality and politics, Healing the Soul of America, was released in 1997 and re-released in a revised edition earlier this year. Her book A POLITICS OF LOVE: Handbook for a New American Revolution, was released in April 2019. In total she has written 16 books, four reaching # 1 on the New York Times Best Sellers List.
Marianne has founded nonprofit organizations such as Project Angel Food, that in 1989 started delivering meals to homebound AIDS patients. The organization has now served over 11 million meals. She has also worked throughout her career on poverty, anti-hunger and racial reconciliation issues. She has advocated for reparations for slavery since the 1990’s and was the first candidate in this presidential primary season to make it a pillar of her campaign.
In 2004, she co-founded The Peace Alliance and supports the creation of a US Department of Peace. In addition, she advocates a cabinet level Department of Children and Youth to more adequately address the chronic trauma of millions of American children.
MARIANNE’S SOCIAL LINKS:
WEBSITE: https://marianne.com/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/williamsonmarianne/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariannewilliamson/
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MarianneWilliamsonCommunity
SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@mariannewilliamson
LINK TO PURCHASE THE MYSTIC JESUS: THE MIND OF LOVE: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-mystic-jesus-marianne-williamson?variant=41001460138018
KAREN KENNEY BIO:
Karen Kenney is a certified Spiritual Mentor, Writer, Integrative Change Worker, Coach and Hypnotist. She’s known for her dynamic storytelling, her sense of humor, her Boston accent, and her no-BS, down-to-earth approach to Spirituality and transformational work.
KK is a wicked curious human being, a life-long learner, and has been an entrepreneur for over 20 years! She’s also a yoga teacher of 24+ years, a Certified Gateless Writing Instructor, and an author, speaker, retreat leader, and the host of The Karen Kenney Show podcast.
She coaches both the conscious + unconscious mind using practical Neuroscience, Subconscious Reprogramming, Integrative Hypnosis/Change Work, and Spiritual Mentorship.
These tools help clients to regulate their nervous systems, remove patterns, rewrite old stories, rewire new beliefs, and reimagine what’s possible in their lives and business!
Karen encourages people to deepen their connection to Self, Source and Spirit in down-to-earth and actionable ways and wants them to have their own lived experience with spirituality and to not just “take her word for it”.
She helps people to shift their minds from fear to Love - using compassion, storytelling and humor. Her work is effective, efficient, memorable, and fun!
KK’s been a student of A Course in Miracles for about 30 years, has been vegan for 23+ years, and believes that a little kindness can make a big difference.
KAREN KENNEY LINKS:
GET MY EMAILS: https://www.karenkenney.com/signup
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TIPJAR: https://www.karenkenney.com/tipjar
KK WEBSITE: https://www.karenkenney.com/
WORK WITH ME: https://www.karenkenney.com/work-with-me
THE QUEST: https://www.karenkenney.com/quest
KK FREEBIE: https://www.karenkenney.com/freebie
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/karenkenneylive/
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