The Shadow Side with Safrianna
The Shadow Side with Safrianna
Podcast Description
Hey there, I'm Safrianna Lughna, LCPC, MS, aka the Queer-Spirit Guide, and I've created this podcast for those of you brave enough to walk in the shadows with me.
In my travels through spiritual and self-improvement spaces, I've found too many personal development spaces are drowning in toxic positivity. They'll tell you to "just think positive" and "focus on gratitude" while completely ignoring the shadows that are actually running the show beneath the surface. I'm here to offer something different.
As a public school educator and trauma therapist turned transformational mentor, I've witnessed firsthand how true healing happens not by avoiding our shadows, but by turning toward them with curiosity and compassion. The Shadow Side is where we dive into all those uncomfortable, messy parts of our existence that most people are too afraid to talk about – generational trauma, social justice, spiritual awakening, authentic relationships, and collective consciousness, for example.
Each episode offers a judgment-free space to explore these shadows through either my solo reflections or conversations with guests who aren't afraid to get real. You'll hear from disruptive leaders, healers, and visionaries who are challenging the status quo and creating authentic paths forward. Together, we'll unpack the toxic systems we live within while discovering how to liberate ourselves and support collective healing.
I don't offer quick fixes or simplified solutions. I acknowledge the complexity of being human while providing practical insights for navigating it all. Whether I'm examining current events through a shadow work lens, breaking down spiritual concepts without the bypassing, or interviewing guests about their personal journeys through darkness to light, you'll find discussions that validate your experiences while expanding your perspective.
Some episodes feature deep dives into specific topics like cultural appropriation, religious trauma, or the shadow side of wellness culture. Others explore personal practices for shadow integration, helping you develop your own relationship with your darker aspects. I occasionally pull cards from intuitive decks to provide insight for the collective energy we're moving through, and I'm always transparent about my own ongoing journey.
This podcast is for you if:
You're tired of surface-level spiritual content that avoids the hard stuff
You want to explore the intersection of mental health, spirituality, and social justice
You're navigating your own healing journey and need guidance without toxic positivity
You're seeking authentic community that embraces both shadow and light
You believe personal transformation and collective liberation are interconnected
New episodes drop biweekly, with special bonus content for those who support the show. You can connect with me on socials by visiting https://livinglunas.com/socials, or join the conversation on YouTube where you'll find the video versions of these episodes a...
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes of generational trauma, social justice, spiritual awakening, and authentic relationships, including specific episodes that tackle cultural appropriation, religious trauma, and wellness culture. It aims to confront uncomfortable topics candidly while offering personal practices for shadow integration.
Hey there, I’m Safrianna Lughna, LCPC, MS, aka the Queer-Spirit Guide, and I’ve created this podcast for those of you brave enough to walk in the shadows with me.
In my travels through spiritual and self-improvement spaces, I’ve found too many personal development spaces are drowning in toxic positivity. They’ll tell you to “just think positive” and “focus on gratitude” while completely ignoring the shadows that are actually running the show beneath the surface. I’m here to offer something different.
As a public school educator and trauma therapist turned transformational mentor, I’ve witnessed firsthand how true healing happens not by avoiding our shadows, but by turning toward them with curiosity and compassion. The Shadow Side is where we dive into all those uncomfortable, messy parts of our existence that most people are too afraid to talk about – generational trauma, social justice, spiritual awakening, authentic relationships, and collective consciousness, for example.
Each episode offers a judgment-free space to explore these shadows through either my solo reflections or conversations with guests who aren’t afraid to get real. You’ll hear from disruptive leaders, healers, and visionaries who are challenging the status quo and creating authentic paths forward. Together, we’ll unpack the toxic systems we live within while discovering how to liberate ourselves and support collective healing.
I don’t offer quick fixes or simplified solutions. I acknowledge the complexity of being human while providing practical insights for navigating it all. Whether I’m examining current events through a shadow work lens, breaking down spiritual concepts without the bypassing, or interviewing guests about their personal journeys through darkness to light, you’ll find discussions that validate your experiences while expanding your perspective.
Some episodes feature deep dives into specific topics like cultural appropriation, religious trauma, or the shadow side of wellness culture. Others explore personal practices for shadow integration, helping you develop your own relationship with your darker aspects. I occasionally pull cards from intuitive decks to provide insight for the collective energy we’re moving through, and I’m always transparent about my own ongoing journey.
This podcast is for you if:
You’re tired of surface-level spiritual content that avoids the hard stuff
You want to explore the intersection of mental health, spirituality, and social justice
You’re navigating your own healing journey and need guidance without toxic positivity
You’re seeking authentic community that embraces both shadow and light
You believe personal transformation and collective liberation are interconnected
New episodes drop biweekly, with special bonus content for those who support the show. You can connect with me on socials by visiting https://livinglunas.com/socials, or join the conversation on YouTube where you’ll find the video versions of these episodes and more in-depth resources.
Visit Safrianna.com or LivingLUNAs.com to learn about working with me directly through mentorship programs, courses, and community offerings designed to support your journey through the shadows to authentic wholeness.
The shadows aren’t something to fear—they’re portals to our most profound healing, our deepest wisdom, and our most authentic self-expression. I believe you’re here because some part of you knows this truth already. Together, we’ll navigate the darkness, find the gems hidden within it, and emerge more whole than we’ve ever been.
Are you ready to illuminate what others keep hidden in the dark? Subscribe now and join me on this journey into The Shadow Side.
Resources:
Join the Passionista Sisterhood: https://go.lunatrk.com/aff_c?offer_id=2695&aff_id=2966
The Passionistas Podcast – https://www.thepassionistasproject.com/passionistaspodcast
Passionista TV Network – https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassionistasProject/
Contact: [email protected] | Safrianna.com | LivingLUNAs.com
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Episode 15: Creating Inclusive Community with the Passionistas
Welcome to The Shadow Side with Safrianna, where we illuminate what others too often keep hidden in the dark. I’m Safrianna Lughna – licensed therapist, CEO of Living LUNAs, and your guide into the world of shadow work.
In this episode, originally recorded in early 2025, I sat down with sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington, co-founders of the Passionista Project—a truly inclusive community that launched in 2024. We dove deep into the messy, beautiful reality of building spaces where women from all backgrounds can show up authentically without perfection.
I’ve been a member of the Passionista Sisterhood since late 2024, and throughout 2025, this community became one of my anchors. Amy and Nancy’s approach to building inclusive space has profoundly influenced how I show up in my own community work—and this conversation captures why.
Amy and Nancy shared their journey from entertainment industry careers to creating a sisterhood built on one core rule: kindness.
We explored the uncomfortable truth that building inclusive communities means sometimes excluding those who can’t practice tolerance, the difference between healthy community and cult-like control, and why rupture and repair—not just harmony—creates real connection.
This conversation tackled the hard questions: How do you create space for difficult conversations? What do you do when members disagree? How do you handle the paradox of being inclusive while standing for something?
In This Episode, We Discussed:
– Why conformity destroys community (and Amy’s experience being “one of the guys”)
– The catalyst moment: how the 2016 election and Me Too movement sparked their mission
– Building community through listening rather than prescribing answers
– The difference between cults and community
– Why people weed themselves out when kindness is non-negotiable
This podcast is for anyone ready to explore uncomfortable truths, do the inner work, and contribute to collective healing. If you’re tired of surface-level conversations and ready to go deeper, this is your space.
Guest Information:
Amy and Nancy Harrington are sisters, entertainment industry veterans, and co-founders of the Passionista Project. They’ve conducted over 1,500 celebrity interviews, host the Passionistas Podcast, run annual Women’s Equality Summits, and created the Passionista Sisterhood—an online community where women from diverse backgrounds connect, support each other, and lift each other up. Learn more at https://www.thepassionistasproject.com/
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