Episode 21: Uncertainty with Jakob Gricar
Join us on a transformative journey as Alyson welcomes Jakob Gricar to The Space Between. In this episode, Jakob shares his inspiring story of overcoming a chronic skin condition at just 13 years old—a journey that led him to self-hypnosis, meditation, and Eastern philosophies. Through Jakob’s path of personal growth and self-discovery, we explore how embracing the unknown can challenge traditional beliefs and open doors to profound healing.
Jakob’s method uses a blend of ontological coaching, somatics, transpersonal psychology, IFS, CBT, NLP, Yogic philosophy, and more, drawing from experience of over 10+ years in personal development and techniques learned from pioneering experts in nervous system dynamics and somatic work.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
Jakob’s journey from Slovenia at 18 to uncover the deeper meaning of life
How self-hypnosis and meditation helped him heal and shift his perspective
Insights from his time studying meditation and yoga in Indian ashrams
The transformative experiences of living with indigenous Amazonian communities and learning ancient plant medicine and breathwork practices
Key Takeaways:
The power of facing discomfort and uncertainty as a gateway to spiritual growth
How embracing loss, pain, and embodied sensations can lead to profound healing
A unique perspective on personal evolution as an art form, where each phase of life is like a painting we eventually sign off on
Tune In to Learn:
How to trust the journey, release attachments, and find authenticity through unmasking and embracing change
Insights on personal transformation and how to turn fear into freedom
Quotes from the Episode:
“Each version of ourselves is like a painting we eventually sign off on.”
“Life’s adversities are not obstacles—they’re opportunities for growth.”
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Chapters:
(00:00) - Navigating Uncertainty in Life
(04:29) - Journey Through Uncertainty and Growth
(17:00) - Embracing Uncertainty Through Somatic Healing
(22:23) - Embracing Growth Through Adversity
(26:16) - Discovering Self Through Life's Challenges
(34:30) - Embracing Authenticity Through Unmasking
(46:33) - Surrendering to Uncertainty and Growth