In this episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast, Lori and Terry discuss their different spiritual journeys and how they’re embracing them. They describe the cause of their recent argument and how it turned into a lesson about finding diversity in spiritual paths.Terry explains he was not entirely accepting of Lori’s spiritual views and how a share at his AA meeting emphasized the importance of accepting and respecting other people’s “God of their understanding”. Lori also explains how her spiritual journey has shifted for the better after unlearning some old beliefs.Listen in to learn about the power of unity over uniformity. You will also learn the importance of understanding that we all are on a spiritual journey, and we come to the spiritual journey differently, and none of it should be a threat to the other one.What You’ll Discover:·   [00:00] Intro·   [01:12] Terry describes the spiritual differences he and Lori are experiencing and what led to an argument.·   [08:07] The lesson Terry learned about accepting and respecting Lori’s spiritual journey.·   [10:57] How Lori’s spiritual journey has shifted for the better after deconstructing some old beliefs.·   [12:07] The difference between universal spirituality and the power of unity over uniformity.·   [14:09] The importance of allowing people to experience their spiritual journeys differently without feeling threatened.·   [16:06] Why this podcast is geared towards helping you elevate and transform in your spiritual journey.Connect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast, Lori and Terry discuss the ups and downs of rebuilding their relationship. They explain how they learned to let go of their many past triggers, which would have led to constant anger and resentment, instead of a happy and content relationship. Lori describes how Terry’s short-lived relapse after getting back together brought up triggers of the past and how the lessons from that experience changed their relationship. They dive into how the second phase of their relationship differed from the first phase.Listen in to learn the importance of letting go of past triggers in order to forgive and find happiness in your second half of life. You will also learn how to navigate difficult life transitions and find healing as you walk through your spiritual journey. What You’ll Discover: [00:00] Intro[00:40] How Lori let her guard down to meet Terry for a healing conversation and how that turned into an enjoyable moment. [06:34] The process of getting back together and trying to reunite the competing camps. [08:34] How they learned to let go of past triggers to have a happy and content relationship for their second half of life. [14:14] They discuss Terry’s short-lived relapse after getting back together, how it triggered Lori, and how it changed their relationship. [21:35] How the second phase of their relationship differed from the first phase and made things easier.[24:17] The healing they found telling their story in this podcast, plus the importance of letting go of past triggers in order to forgive. Connect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast, Lori and Terry discuss their reconnection and closing down a chapter of their relationship. Lori shares her perspective and where she was in life when Terry decided to reach out to her and reconnect. Terry describes the state of his alcoholism journey and the healing that happened when he decided to reconnect with Lori. They talk about the meeting that had them put their egos aside and bring their previous relationship to a close. Listen in to learn how to pull yourself from victim mode and work through the issues stopping you from finding peace in your second half of life. You will also learn why true forgiveness is about being thankful for the experience.  What You’ll Discover: [00:00] Intro[01:00] Lori shares where she was in her life before Terry decided to reach out and reconnect. [03:12] Terry explains the state of his alcoholism journey and life when he decided to reconnect with Lori. [07:36] How Lori pulled herself from victim mode, worked through her anger, and made amends. [12:48] The meeting that saw them put their ego aside to bring their previous relationship to a close. [16:34] When Lori realized that true forgiveness is about being thankful for the experience. Resources Mentioned:Alcoholics AnonymousConnect With Us:Website:www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcast IG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcastConnect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast, Lori and Terry discuss the wisdom pattern and why we can’t force ourselves into any spiritual journey phase. They go through a summary of the book Falling Upward by Richard Rohr about what happens after going through some difficult life events. Lori explains when she understood the importance of necessary suffering and losing ‘at’ something after her divorce from Terry. Suffering is a necessary part of life, and the second half of life is about allowing suffering and pain to transform you. Listen in to learn the importance of letting go of control and understand how transformative suffering can be if you allow yourself to sit in it. You will also learn how not to keep yourself from a spiritual depth by denying pain or avoiding your necessary falling. What You’ll Discover: [00:00] Intro[01:01] Lori and Terry discuss the importance of necessary suffering and losing at something. [05:15] How we’re taught to escape suffering and how transformative it can be if you allow yourself to sit in it. [08:44] Learning how to let go of control and accept life on life’s terms – don’t order your way through disorder. [12:53] Lori explains how she had to let go of her ego to bring reconciliation and normalcy back into her life. [15:00] The spiritual awakening you can experience in your suffering rather than denying pain or avoiding your necessary falling. Resources Mentioned:Book: Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Richard Rohr  Blog Post Discussed: It Must Happen to UsConnect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast, Lori takes us through her difficult transition of divorce and rebuilding her life. She explains how she dove into self-development to build her confidence, self-love, and financial independence back with the efforts to create the life she wanted.Terry explains why AA was a big part of taking his life back, plus how acceptance and a spiritual awakening helped him reclaim his life. He also explains the importance of working on spirituality when recovering from rock bottom to avoid falling back down.Listen in to learn the importance of acceptance and working on your spiritual awakening to reclaim your life and find your purpose. You will also learn the importance of giving it time and holding onto hope that things will get better when going through rock bottom.  What You’ll Discover:[00:00] Intro[00:48] Lori talks about the chaos of moving out of the house and getting used to the silence.[02:54] How she worked to rebuild her confidence and self-love and reclaim her financial independence.[06:27] The importance of not letting go of your career completely to keep your skills alive.[09:40] Terry on the role of AA in taking his life back, plus how acceptance and a spiritual awakening led to his successful life transition.[18:30] The importance of holding onto hope when going through a rock bottom that things will get better.Resources Mentioned:Alcoholics AnonymousConnect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of Spiraling Upward, Lori and Terry talk about how their lives were impacted and transformed as a result of their experiences with cancer.Lori shares her son's battle with an infectious disease after his cancer and the ongoing medical treatments they faced. Terry discusses the transition to a new normal that he and his three young children underwent after the loss of his first wife. Lori and Terry talk about the different ways they dealt with their own emotions and grief. In addition to their judgments of how others handled theirs, they also share the lessons they learned from their journeys a decade plus later. Tune in to gain insights about navigating life after cancer and finding growth through difficult life transitions.What You’ll Discover:[00:01:11] Spiritual transformation and awakening.[00:04:18] Adjusting to life after cancer.[00:07:02] Coping with loss and grief.[00:12:18] Turbo mode parenting.[00:16:59] The sixth stage of grief.[00:18:21] Grief and judgment.[00:23:50] Unresolved issues and alcoholism.[00:27:26] Expectations in blended families.[00:28:56] Blended family dynamics.Resources Mentioned:Podcast: Unlocking Us with Brené Brown: David Kessler on Grief and Finding MeaningBook:  Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David KesslerConnect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of Spiraling Upward,  Lori and Terry talk about their personal experiences with cancer diagnoses. Lori shares the story of her son's diagnosis at 15 months old and the whirlwind of surgeries and chemotherapy that followed. Terry discusses his first wife's cancer diagnosis and the emotional toll it took on the family.Lori and Terry discuss how their respective cancer journeys impacted their lives, the lessons they learned, and the newfound awareness they gained through their grief. Listen to how their spiritual journey began through navigating the major life transition of cancer to eventually find purpose and healing on the path to spiraling upward.What You’ll Discover:[00:00:45] Cancer diagnosis brings life-altering changes.[00:06:01] A traumatic cancer journey leads to hope.[00:11:06] Dark moments can lead to transformation.[00:16:19] Life changes with one call.[00:26:48] Grief can lead to transformation.[00:27:20]Transformation comes through pain and suffering.Connect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

In this episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast, Terry shares his in-depth history with alcohol, how it led to an addiction disease, and eventually his rock bottom. He describes how the denial period became self-destructive, leading to job loss and a separation from Lori.Alcoholism is a progressive disease that can lead to a dark path and requires a complete mindset shift about its implications for addicts to get sober and enjoy the sober lifestyle. Listen in to learn how accepting your addiction or difficult situation can lead to a road to recovery. You will also learn the importance of focusing on what you can change in yourself and your attitudes in the second half of life.  What You’ll Discover:[00:01:23] Alcoholism and Groundhog's Day.[00:06:44] Defending alcoholism visually.[00:09:23] The fringe of AA.[00:13:10] The harsh reality of addiction.[00:16:47] Suicidal thoughts and liver enzymes.[00:19:31] Spiraling upward from rock bottom.[00:22:12] Accepting life on life's terms.Resources Mentioned:Alcoholics AnonymousAl-Anon Connect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

Welcome to the first episode of the Spiraling Upward podcast! A spiritual podcast geared towards helping people to heal, overcome obstacles, and manifest their lives. In this episode, Lori and Terry share the transformational story of how they got where they are, hoping that it will help you understand it takes time to heal your life. Terry describes his rock bottom as his struggle with alcohol addiction and how it impacted the trajectory of his life. Lori explains how Terry’s alcoholism led to her rock bottom and how she became aware and accepted the situation to move forward. Listen in to learn the power of the three A’s concept – awareness, acceptance, and action and how they can help you take control of your life. You will also learn how accepting and surrendering can make things easier and help you overcome your rock bottom.  What You’ll Discover:[00:03:59] Alcoholism and rock bottom.[00:08:18] Alcoholism and Addiction.[00:11:41] Marriages and delusions.[00:17:12] Rock bottom and acceptance.[00:19:32] Acceptance and surrender.Connect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast

Spiraling Upward hosts Lori Ann Bickel and Terry Flynn share their journey from rock bottom to a place of growth and transformation. They will discuss their difficult life transitions and the inner journey they experienced to find purpose, enrich spirituality, and make the second half of life the best half.Connect With Us:Website: www.sprialingupward.net FB: @spiralingupwardpodcastIG: @spiralingupwardpodcastYT: @spiralingupwardpodcast