Episode 12

Finding Individual Beliefs and Values on the Journey of Spirituality, Religion and Judaism (Meir Kay)

Published on: 26th May, 2024

Meir Kay joins us to explore themes of spirituality, self-discovery, and the human experience within the complexities of faith, identity, and personal growth, while navigating life's uncertainties. He discusses the importance of embracing change, overcoming fear, and finding meaning in life's most difficult moments and reflects on the role of religion and tradition in shaping individual beliefs and values. 

Despite the tension between spiritual orthodoxy and personal autonomy, it is important to question and evolve one's faith in pursuit of authenticity and fulfillment while still staying focusing on the power of love, compassion, and connection in transcending boundaries and bridging divides and harness the transformative potential of vulnerability, empathy, and forgiveness in fostering deeper understanding and unity within ourselves and our communities.

This conversation is a transformative journey of introspection, inspiration, and healing, serving as a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human spirit and the profound power of love to illuminate even the darkest of times.

About Meir: Meir Kay is a breathwork facilitator, Co-founder of Ahdama, a Jewish Men’s Retreat and creator of the Kids Show “Mak and Friendz” and is on a mission to connect people with their hearts through various somatic and embodiment practices. Meir travels the world facilitating breathwork and ecstatic dance workshops. In 2023 Meir partnered up with Eli Nash to create the Ahdama Remembrance- a Jewish Men’s retreat, where a safe space is created for men to stretch past their limiting beliefs, remember who they are and connect with brothers who are on a similar path.

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https://meirkay.com/

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