In this podcast episode by Awakening Process 101 team, Pernilla Burke and Louise Juel, explore the theme "Responsibility is Freedom." We begin by introducing the Awakening 101 website and the tools we've created, such as the Awakening Process Mandala, which helps people on their spiritual journey. We share personal experiences of spiritual growth and the challenges we’ve both faced in understanding what it means to be truly present.

As we discuss, we reflect on how taking responsibility for our lives leads to a sense of freedom. Pernilla shares a story from her journey to sobriety, illustrating how accepting responsibility for her actions became a liberating force. We both talk about how embracing responsibility has helped us navigate fears, set boundaries, and understand the importance of showing up for ourselves. While responsibility might seem overwhelming at times, we recognize that it ultimately empowers us, giving us a stronger sense of self.

During the episode, we also guide a brief meditation focused on the heart chakra, inviting everyone to step into the present moment with love and awareness. We wrap up by encouraging listeners to take responsibility in different areas of life—whether it’s finances, relationships, or personal growth—as a key to unlocking freedom and building self-confidence.

(00:00) – Introduction and welcome
(02:00) – Pernilla introduces herself and Awakening 101
(03:40) – Purpose of the podcast and discussion on spiritual growth
(05:25) – Introduction to the Awakening Process Mandala and its role in being present
(08:00) – Discussion on the meaning of being present and how spiritual tools help
(09:00) – Meditation guided by Pernilla (heart chakra focus)
(16:45) – Transition from meditation to today’s topic: Responsibility is Freedom
(18:50) – Discussion on responsibility and how it leads to freedom
(21:30) – Pernilla shares her sobriety story and taking responsibility for her actions
(24:00) – Louise shares her experience with responsibility and sobriety
(30:50) – Discussion on responsibility in relationships and with others
(35:45) – Talk on financial responsibility and the freedom it brings
(42:00) – Reflection on how to empower others, like children, to take responsibility
(49:30) – Wrap-up and reflection on responsibility and self-confidence
(50:45) – Closing thoughts and invitation for listeners to share their experiences