Laura Giles, an animist, natural burial advocate, and home funeral facilitator shares her insights on the belief that everything is alive, sacred, and connected, explaining how animism is more than just a spiritual path, it's a way of life. The conversation explores the roots of animism, its impact on personal and cultural traditions, and the importance of rituals in honoring the dead. Laura also touches on her personal experiences with nature spirits, the significance of ancestor communication, and how living and dying cleanly can influence generational healing.

Timestamps:

00:00 Episode trailer

01:54 Intro to Laura Giles and Animism

02:28 The Essence and Practice of Animism

04:31 Animism Across Cultures and History

05:24 Rituals and Practices in Animism

06:51 Personal Experiences and Perspectives

08:18 Communicating with Nature and Spirits

12:56 The Importance of Ancestors

17:35 Understanding God and Divinity

21:12 The Concept of Karmic Loops

24:56 Living Practice of Dying

27:55 Embracing Life's Cycles

30:31 The Role of Elders

31:05 Animism and the Afterlife

32:37 Understanding Non-Duality

36:18 Living and Dying Clean

38:29 The Importance of Funeral Rituals

44:25 Connecting with Ancestors

47:07 Humanity's Current Cycle

49:53 Laura’s Shift in Perspective

52:40 Conclusion and Outro

Where to find Laura:

https://lauragiles.net/

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