<p><strong>Our guiding question: </strong>What shadowy reaction in me might surface when I do “good works”?</p><p>In this episode, we explore the inner tension that can show up alongside service: the subtle shadow reactions—approval-seeking, resentment, spiritual pride, perfectionism, or the need to be seen—that can sneak into even our most sincere efforts. Through a Jungian and contemplative lens, we ask what these reactions are trying to protect, reveal, or heal.</p><p>We also spend time with Augustine of Hippo’s reflections on the <strong>Beatitudes</strong>, including a post we quote and the essay St. Augustine on the Esoteric Meaning of the Beatitudes. We close with <strong>The Sunday Readings</strong>, and Laura shares a recommendation for the Natural Spirituality Conference.</p><p>And a heartfelt thank you to our listener Jackie, who designed our new logo—we love it!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p>● Shadow dynamics that can accompany “good works”</p><p>● The Beatitudes through Augustine of Hippo</p><p>● The Sunday Readings</p><p>● Natural Spirituality Conference recommendation</p><p>● Community gratitude + updates</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join the community:</strong> Facebook group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/laughingmystics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.facebook.com/laughingmystics/</a></p><p><strong>Share the mic:</strong> Send a voice memo (question/comment) to [email protected]</p><p><strong>Rate/review easily:</strong> <a href="RateThisPodcast.com/thelaughingmystics" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">RateThisPodcast.com/thelaughingmystics</a></p><p><strong>Follow + listen:</strong> <a href="pod.link/1799776273" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">pod.link/1799776273</a></p><p>New episodes drop <strong>Thursday mornings</strong>.</p><p>More from <strong>Marci Madary</strong>: <a href="https://www.insideoutspirituality.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.insideoutspirituality.com/</a></p><p>More from <strong>Laura Lewis-Barr</strong>: <a href="https://psychescinema.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://psychescinema.com/</a></p><p>Merch: <a href="https://www.zazzle.com/store/laughing_mystics/products" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.zazzle.com/store/laughing_mystics/products</a></p><p><br></p><p>(If your platform hides links, visit the episode webpage or Spotify.)</p><p>Music licensed from Artlist.</p><p>#JungianPsychology #DepthPsychology #JungianWisdom #MysticalChristianity #ProgressiveChristianity #TranspersonalPsychology #Beatitudes #StAugustine #ShadowWork</p>