Reverend Kenneth Price | Grist for the Mill: Trauma & A Course In Miracles

In this essential dialogue, Dakini Wild and Reverend Kenneth Price follow Holy Spirit's guidance to facilitate a truly impactful conversation. They navigate the delicate balance of true empathy while illuminating spiritual bypassing and duty of care regarding trauma and mental health within A Course in Miracles (ACIM) retreats and communities. They address sensitive topics with clarity, including trauma, mental illness, suicide ideation, spiritual shaming, religious trauma, Pandora’s box, and the dark night of the soul. This discussion thoughtfully weaves together reflections from a previous Miracles Cafe episode featuring Diederik Wolsak on trauma, addictions, and ACIM. Dakini and Kenneth propose valuable insights for ACIM teachers to consider when conducting workshops and retreats. They emphasize the importance of trauma-informed practices, trauma sensitivity, and understanding mental illness within ACIM communities. By unpacking the potential for a higher power as a therapeutic resource, they highlight the transformative healing capacity of A Course in Miracles in relation to trauma. This conversation is both profound and truly helpful, as Dakini and Kenneth create a safe space for the seemingly vulnerable within our community, ensuring that their voices are heard and acknowledged.