Podcast about spiritual awakening with Dr. John Philip Newell PhD

Grounded in Nature: Sacred Search for Spiritual Awakening with Dr. John Philip Newell PhD

Nature offers a profound secular and sacred sanctuary that presents a landscape of opportunities for spiritual awakening beyond traditional walls. The divine exists within the cathedral of the earth, sea, and sky. It is at the core of every human soul. It is not confined to the walls of a physical structure, nor does it exist under the guise of any specific religion. The divine is everywhere—around us and within us. Spending time in nature offers a sacred path to individual and collective healing, but are we curious enough to discover its solace when we need it most?

For a deeper understanding of how to ground ourselves in nature, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with Celtic teacher and author Dr. John Philip Newell.

Dr. John Philip Newell describes humanity’s spiritual yearnings and offers insights into the quest for spiritual awakening through Celtic wisdom. In his book, The Great Search, he thoughtfully draws upon the teachings of revered prophets of the past, gently leading us towards a deeper connection with the Earth and, ultimately, the sacred divine that resides within us.

Original Air Date Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

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Meet Our Guest:

Dr. John Philip Newell, PhD, holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh, is a Celtic teacher and author urging the modern world to reawaken to the sacredness of Earth and every human being. He has written over fifteen books, including the award-winning Sacred Earth Sacred Soul. His forthcoming book, The Great Search, delves into humanity’s spiritual yearnings amid the decline of traditional religion.

Canadian by birth and a citizen of Scotland, Newell resides in Edinburgh with his family and works internationally. In 2020, he relinquished his ordination as a minister of the Church of Scotland to better align with his belief in the sacredness of Earth and humanity while continuing to honor diverse spiritual traditions.

Book: THE GREAT SEARCH: Turning to Earth and Soul in the Quest for Healing and Home

Dr. John Philip Newell, PhD—Spiritual Awakening:

Celtic wisdom is grounded in nature. {3:14}
Translating sacred yearnings of the human soul into actions. {7:52}
How to cherish the gift of existence. {12:29}
The earth and the feminine are deeply interconnected. {17:42}
As the temple walls erode we will be grounded in nature. {20:06}
Intentional sacred practices can lead to spiritual awakening. {27:17}

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