In this critical episode, we explore the potential pitfalls of spiritual work within spiritual spaces and emphasize the importance of rejecting alt-right influences. Drawing from personal experiences, we discuss the connections between traditional beliefs, such as those found in church settings, and their potential migration into new age spirituality if old beliefs are not properly deconstructed.

Examining the problematic origins of the "starseeds" concept, we uncover its associations with white supremacist ideals that fueled historical atrocities. We also address the controversial idea that individuals choose their life situations, inadvertently reinforcing alt-right narratives that place blame on the oppressed rather than addressing systemic issues. Additionally, we confront the issue of cultural appropriation in spiritual spaces, highlighting how it perpetuates a colonization mindset and feeds into white supremacy.

Join us as we navigate the complexities of spirituality and social responsibility, challenging the presence of alt-right influences. Through critical self-reflection and a commitment to inclusivity, we strive to create respectful communities that honor diverse cultures while actively rejecting harmful ideologies.

Sources:

https://julesevans.medium.com/the-weird-history-of-starseeds-7df5127be9c3

https://www.philosophyforlife.org/blog/starseeds-nazis-in-space

https://www.washingtonpost.com/magazine/2021/03/29/qanon-new-age-spirituality/

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the potential pitfalls that can arise in the realm of spirituality and psychic journeys. As we embark on a path of self-discovery, it is crucial to exercise caution and mindfulness. We explore the manifestation of Spiritual Psychosis and emphasize the importance of seeking evidence in our experiences to avoid falling into delusion. Additionally, we shed light on the development of spiritual narcissism, examining how ego-driven ideologies can dehumanize others and hinder genuine growth. Furthermore, we discuss the dangers of spiritual bypassing, where individuals use spirituality as a shield to evade inner work, inhibiting personal development. While we touch upon the topic of alt-right pipelines, we reserve a dedicated episode to delve deeper into this complex issue. Join us as we navigate the hazards of spirituality, offering insights and guidance to help you forge an authentic and fulfilling path of self-discovery.

In this episode, we make our long-awaited return, shedding light on our recent absence and the reasons behind our hiatus. Join us as we embark on a profound exploration of psychic abilities, the enigmatic nature of fate, and the power we hold to shape our own reality.

Having encountered numerous obstacles in our pursuit of psychic development, we candidly share how our journey came to an unexpected standstill. Mental and physical health challenges, intertwined with the complexities of everyday life, brought us to a crossroads. We have chosen to embrace an audio-only format for our podcast, until our mental capacities are replenished or additional support becomes available.

Delving into the depths of our minds, we illuminate the vital role mental health plays in unraveling the mysteries of psychic abilities and spirituality. As we divulge our struggles with creative unfulfillment as a major contributor to our mental well-being, the conversation organically evolves into an exploration of fate and manifestation.

The heart of this episode lies in a thought-provoking discussion surrounding the question: Can anyone genuinely achieve anything they desire, or is there an underlying energy that binds us to predetermined outcomes and life lessons? We challenge preconceived notions, contemplating the intricate relationship between personal agency, destiny, and the potential to shape our reality.

Prepare to embark on a captivating journey that intertwines our personal experiences, introspection, and profound insights. Join us as we navigate the realms of possibility and the enigmatic threads that weave the tapestry of fate, leaving you to question the very fabric of your own existence

Get ready to dive deeper as we continue discuss Crystal's discernment checklist. We return to cut through the clutter of the spiritual world and its information overload, offering you practical guidance in your spiritual journey that also resonates in everyday life.

We venture into the grey areas of spiritual commerce, drawing a clear line between fair compensation and exploitation. We'll tackle the importance of scrutinizing the sources of spiritual teachings, shedding light on the flood of misinformation fueled by platforms rewarding quantity over quality.

As we navigate through the murkiness, we'll emphasize the vital role of seeking evidence in spiritual spaces, where definitive proof can be elusive. Closing on a balanced note, we acknowledge that not everything is strictly black or white. We explore how one can still derive invaluable insights from a source, despite its potential shortcomings or biases.

Join us as we empower you with tools to differentiate between spiritual wisdom and the noise, enabling you to forge your path with clarity and confidence.

Links mentioned in this episode:

Hollie Jordan (Meditation w/ Nice Voice): https://www.youtube.com/@HollieJordan

Dan Mclellan (Religious Deconstruction): https://www.tiktok.com/@maklelan?lang=en

Yemane Arieon (Quantum Psychics & Spirituality): https://www.tiktok.com/@yemanearieon

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual grounding as we delve into the intricacies of personal beliefs and their impact on our perception of reality. We discuss how discernment is vital when consuming new information, as it shapes the very foundation of our beliefs.

Crystal shares her invaluable "checklist" designed to critically assess the information she encounters while simultaneously fostering self-reflection and ego awareness. This list serves as a compass, helping her navigate the vast amount of spiritual knowledge with balance and clarity will avoiding pitfalls like spiritual bypassing, spiritual narcissism, and spiritual psychosis.

We'll begin to explore the essential questions on the checklist, including how to identify fear-based, harmful, or divisive content and their potential consequences. While we won't complete the list in this episode, stay tuned for our follow-up discussion where we'll continue to equip you with the tools to stay grounded and discerning throughout your spiritual journey.

In this candid and compelling episode, we dive deep into our personal journeys of psychic development. We share the highs and lows, triumphs and challenges we've faced up to this point.

Crystal spills the tea on her latest training courses and the intriguing new exercise she's been trying out, involving a game of truths and a single lie. She also dishes on her new mentor's wisdom, revealing the mysterious concept of soul colors and how they can unlock the full potential of psychic abilities.

Meanwhile, David gets real and vulnerable as he opens up about his struggles with meditation and the surprising roadblock that's been holding him back: people pleasing. Discover how this common issue has impacted his growth, not just in his psychic abilities but also in his personal life.

This heartfelt episode is a must-listen for anyone on a spiritual journey, packed with personal stories, practical advice, and a healthy dose of sass. Join us as we navigate the ever-evolving world of psychic development and explore what it truly takes to overcome inner blockages and flourish on a deeper level.

In this eye-opening episode, we explore the powerful impact of mastering your inner psyche for bolstering magickal and spiritual defenses. Get ready to challenge your beliefs and uncover the invisible "filters" shaping your spiritual experiences.

We'll tackle the common yet unnecessary fears that often hold us back in our spiritual work, and tear down the toxic mentality surrounding the "high vibe" vs. "low vibe" dichotomy. Embrace the truth that all emotions have a place in our spiritual growth, and learn how to harness their power for deeper self-awareness and energetic protection.

Finally, we'll equip you with practical tips for safeguarding your sacred space, allowing you to thrive in your spiritual journey. So, join us on this transformative adventure and discover how embracing emotional diversity can truly elevate your spiritual practice!"

In this episode, we explore the physical foundations of protecting your energy. Even the most mundane practices for spiritual hygiene can have a “magical” impact on your well-being. We then dive into practical tips for daily maintenance, like spending time outside, setting boundaries, and taking a moment for silence or meditation. The heart of this episode? FINALLY getting to protections for you all who’ve asked. What are they? How do they start with your everyday choices and interactions? How physical actions can support your protection work? The result is a comprehensive, approachable, and down-to-earth conversation about protecting your energy. We’re aiming to get the intuition test back next week - we really go off in this episode and were strapped for time again.

Do you feel drained after energy work or being around certain people? In this episode, we'll explore spiritual hygiene techniques to help you manage, protect, and clean your personal energetic torus field that we discussed last episode.

For once, Crystal has a psychic development update to share! She shares what she learned on how you can tell the difference between your thoughts and intuitive thoughts.

We'll then dive into some of our favorite energy cleansing methods, including ways to ground and shield your energy. These are some unique and accessible methods that you can easily integrate into your daily routine.

To wrap things up, we go over an energetic visualization exercise to help you create an "energetic battery" that will prevent you from exhausting yourself during energy work.

Whether you're new to spiritual hygiene or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and techniques to help you manage your energy and protect your well-being. Join us for an informative and empowering discussion on mastering your energetic torus field.

The book crystal mentions in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Magick-Twelve-Lessons-Magickal/dp/0738715786

Time to delve into the mysterious and fascinating world of energy work! In this episode, we break down the basics and explore the fascinating connections between energy in the world around us and what that has to do with psychic ability and spirituality.

We touched on energy work in the last episode - so today we’re diving a bit deeper into the basics.

We’re far from scientists, so there isn’t any fancy science jargon that make your head spin. We'll be keeping it simple and approachable by breaking down the concepts of why managing your energetic space with grounding, quantum entanglement is so important in a way that anyone can understand.

So whether you're a seasoned energy worker or a skeptic looking to learn more, there’s something to learn in this one.

In this episode, we share our own personal stories of experiencing psychic abilities, including an insane deja vu moment and a clairaudient experience that left us completely bewildered.

We'll also be delving into the our rough theories on the science behind these phenomena and discussing possible explanations for what might be causing these strange occurrences. Are they just a trick of the mind or is there something more to it?

This week, we're getting a little spooky. We're talking about some of the ghost stories and haunted encounters that sparked our curiosity about the paranormal and ultimately led us to making this podcast. From disembodied voices to haunted radios, we've definitely had some strange experiences. We've since learned a thing our two and would totally handle these situations differently now. What would we change? What have we learned? Find out on this week's episode.

We're back after a break with a COMPLETE change in direction from our previous episodes. What happened? Why such a large shift? Why PSYCHIC stuff of all things?

We have all those answers and more in our premier episode of our new podcast - "I'm Psychic, I Guess..."

We go over what's been going on with us and what you can expect moving forward.

If you've been with us til now, but this isn't really up your alley, we totally understand and both want to thank you for the time you spent supporting our work. We hope to return to art again later down the line when we have more resources and maybe then our paths will merge again.

To any new spiritualists, skeptics, or wanna be psychic listeners who stumble upon this episode, welcome!! We're really excited to share our journey with you and figure this s*** out and have a fun time doing it.

In this episode, we talk about the video we made about surviving time travel. And yes, that video was done in memory of David’s dog dodger. So of course, David shares the real scoop about his beloved childhood dog.

Crystal then takes us on a wild ride through the world of time travel. From wormholes to the spacetime, she (somewhat poorly) breaks down the science behind some seriously mind-bending concepts. Along the way, we'll explore how the mysteries of the universe might just hold the key to inner healing. So join us on the chair as we journey through the past, present, and future, and try to unravel the truth about time travel.

Check out the video we based this podcast off of: https://youtu.be/K-miDBPvPHE

As we mention at the very very end, the podcast will be making a shift in 2023. I genuinely wish I could share what that shift looks like, but it’s still in the works. All the same, the podcast in some form will be sticking around while we find our footing. We’re excited for what’s next!

Don't forget to check out the links below for more information on the sources mentioned in this episode.

https://www.thegreatcoursesdaily.com/quantum-entanglement-and-quantum-erasers-time-travel-possibilities/

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/07/200729114750.htm

https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2018-09-02/block-universe-theory-time-past-present-future-travel/10178386

https://www.express.co.uk/news/science/738387/Time-NOT-real-EVERYTHING-happens-same-time-einstein

https://www.vice.com/en/article/7k9qag/how-to-escape-the-confines-of-time-and-space-according-to-the-cia

We have Scarfdemon (aka Chloe Dungate) on the chair today!

Join us all while we swap the true stories of our brief - but incredibly awkward and unreal run-ins with the Mafia.

See the video we talk about in this video: https://youtu.be/ToLPmm9xKYQ

Check out Chloe:

https://www.youtube.com/scarfdemon

https://www.instagram.com/scarfdemon/

On this episode, we go into detail about the story from our latest animated video - "Can You Rob a Bank?" and believe it or not, it's actually based on a true story that happened to David.

We sat down with the eLL Cartoons (who was our guest from that video) to swap scam stories and talk about how we navigate an increasingly stressful world that's so centered around fear.

See the video we talk about in this episode: https://youtu.be/oGbrpY1GR0g

Check out eLL's channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/eLLcartoons

On this episode, Crystal Joy and David Raz discuss the themes, ideology, and inspiration behind the video they made that was based on My Hero Academia.

They share their thoughts on themes and lessons that resonate with them from the show. Specifically, they discuss what a true hero looks like and how to face AND accept your inner shadow.

Are you ready for a relationship?

Crystal and David chat with Sultan Sketches about their past relationship experiences and how the results from video they made together "Are You Ready for a Relationship?" mirrored real life.

What makes someone ready for a relationship? Is anyone truly ready?

We find the answer in exploring our self awareness, inner shadows, and desires.

Are you a toxic person?

Spoiler: everyone is sometimes - but that doesn't mean they can't change

In this episode, Crystal and David share the true stories that inspired their video 'Are You a Toxic Person?' and discuss the challenges they faced when dealing with toxicity in their lives.

What is it like to be around a toxic person? What does it mean to be toxic yourself? And how should you deal with toxicity in others and yourself?

Crystal and David answer all these questions—plus some more!

DISCLAIMER ABOUT THE BOOK CRYSTAL MENTIONS IN THIS EPISODE:

At the time of filming, she was only about 1/3 of the way through the book. She has since finished it and we need to urge please read this book with a grain of salt. The beginning is thoughtful, helpful, and fascinating, but there are aspects of this book that are extremely harmful (it later dangerously speaks about self healing and foregoing medicine, that you're soley responsible if the world outside of you is bad, ect.). We're not going to list the name of the book for these reasons. But do note that we mention it in other episodes and to please avoid reading it unless you have a pre established, grounded spiritual education that's rooted in reality. In the future, we'll avoid mentioning books we haven't finished unless there's a disclaimer.

Lastly, we had a quick note around 28:22 - Crystal mentions that men have more testosterone and we want to acknowledge that this may not always be the case because gender is a spectrum. Some men don't have that and some women do, which makes the discussion all the more relevant! The primary point Crystal was attempting to make was in reference to those in hyper stereotypical cis circumstances. Specifically the goal was for those in those circumstances (who may not know that truth) to see a new way of engaging with their mentality as it pertains to their physical experience.

Crystal & David, creators of The Dootlez, are excited to introduce On The Chair with Crystal & David -- a podcast where the couple share the true personal stories that inspired each of their animated YouTube videos.

Whether you've seen them on YouTube or not, come hang out and hear about what the couple of 13 years talk about behind closed doors as they get super real about their hilarious, insane life stories and opinions on life.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/OnTheChairPod

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onthechairpod/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onthechairpod

See the original videos they talk about on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/dootlez