#98 - Peace or Pain with Meera Ishaya

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Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation

Janet Sandberg

113 episodes

6 days ago

A weekly podcast talking to peers and professionals who open up about their darkest moments when they felt like ending it all, why they didn't, and how they transformed their lives and triumphed over the darkness and despair. More than just a podcast, it's a place where you meet others who have been where you are now, who have survived and are now thriving. It's a place to feel inspired, encouraged, supported and understood. A place for hope. Hosted by Janet Sandberg, a mental health advocate, reiki master teacher, author, and someone who knows that it gets better.

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#98 - Peace or Pain with Meera Ishaya

Phoenix Wisdom: inspiring stories of transformation and triumph over suicidal ideation

32 minutes

4 months ago

#98 - Peace or Pain with Meera Ishaya

"It was just endless peace." - Meera Ishaya

In this episode of the Phoenix Wisdom Podcast, host Janet Sandberg speaks with Meera, an Ishaya monk, author, and spiritual coach. Meera shares her transformative journey from chronic pain and suffering to finding peace and purpose through mindfulness and presence. She discusses the importance of community, the power of self-discovery, and how to navigate life's challenges with a new perspective. Meera emphasizes that pain can be a teacher and that healing is possible through awareness and connection with oneself.

Janet Sandberg offers support for mind, body, and soul. Through Reiki, channelled Soul Conversations, and trauma-informed coaching, she helps you discover who you are, why you’re here, what’s holding you back, and how to move forward with confidence and clarity. With a deep commitment to mental health and lived experience in grief, resilience, and personal growth, Janet creates a safe, compassionate space for insight, healing, and transformation.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mira's Journey

05:05 The Struggles of Chronic Pain

10:39 A Transformative Experience

11:38 Finding the Ishayas

15:22 The Power of Presence

19:00 The Importance of Community

29:20 Advice for Those Struggling

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In Crisis?

Canada:

Talk Suicide Canada call 1-833-456-4566 available 24/7. Between the hours of 4pm-midnight (Eastern time) you can text 45645 or text 988

In Quebec call 1-866-277-3553. Contactez un intervenant par texto au 535353. Service offert 24/7 partout au Québec

If you are under 18, call Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868. They offer 24/7 text service. You don’t need a data plan, internet connection or an app to use it.

If you’re in imminent danger call 911 or go to Emergency.

USA:

Call or text 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

Call 911 in life-threatening situations.

Keywords: chronic pain, mindfulness, spiritual coaching, transformation, mental health, meditation, self-discovery, presence, healing, community, suicide awareness, suicide prevention, suicidal ideation, chronic pain