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.
Episode 11: The Power of Self-Love Vs. Neglect
In this deeply personal and timely episode, licensed trauma therapist Safrianna Lughna addresses the critical importance of self-care versus self-neglect during times of collective turmoil.
Recording during a period of significant political upheaval in early 2025, Safrianna explores how systems of oppression benefit from our depletion and how reclaiming our power starts with genuine self-love.
Drawing on her own journey of leaving a burnout-inducing therapy practice and rebuilding a soul-aligned business, Safrianna discusses how society trains us into self-sacrifice through productivity culture, hustle mentality, and the false promise of external validation. She reveals how chronic self-neglect manifests in our bodies, leading to conditions like fibromyalgia and burnout, and shares her personal experience with medical debt that further trapped her in exhausting cycles.
Key Topics Explored:
— How self-neglect keeps us from challenging injustice and creating change
— The difference between performative, consumer-based self-care and genuine rest
— Understanding body wisdom and what our physical symptoms are trying to tell us
— The power of boundaries as acts of self-love (not restrictions on others)
— Ancient wisdom about sustainable caregiving and community care
— Practical, free tools for self-care including breathwork and the “no tiger twist”
— The critical phrase: “If someone does not respect your no, they do not deserve your yes”
— How intergenerational trauma shapes our relationship with productivity and self-worth
Safrianna pulls three oracle card readings that emphasize the need for evolution, personal connection with the divine, coming together in harmony, and clearing karmic patterns. She challenges listeners to anchor into unconditional love—not as passive acceptance, but as a radical act that honors boundaries while refusing to participate in cycles of harm.
This episode is essential listening for anyone experiencing burnout, struggling to set boundaries, or wondering how to maintain their energy and values during overwhelming times.
Safrianna’s ultimate message is that true resistance and lasting change require us to care for ourselves first, so we have the capacity to show up for collective healing.
Content Note: This episode discusses burnout, chronic illness, medical debt, political stress, and systemic oppression.
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.
Contact: [email protected] | https://Safrianna.com | https://LivingLUNAs.com
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