Ryan Meeks on Embracing Death as a Life Guide

Summary:

This week's guest is Ryan Meeks. Ryan, along with his wife Michelle, has dedicated his life to guiding others toward healing, self-discovery, and deeper connection. With a background that spans 20 years as an ordained minister, Ryan now offers what he calls '(UN)Spiritual Direction'—a pragmatic, heart-centered approach to cultivating a sacred way of living beyond traditional religious frameworks. In this conversation he shares his journey through masculinity, fatherhood, and the transformative experiences that shaped his identity. He reflects on the influence of his grandfather, the impact of death on his perspective, and his departure from traditional faith. Ryan discusses the lessons learned from his battle with cancer and how psychedelics have played a role in his personal growth and understanding of emotional health.

Podcast Moments: 

00:00 Exploring Masculinity and Fatherhood

06:39 The Impact of Death on Life Perspective

11:24 Navigating Faith and Identity

18:42 Lessons from Cancer

34:30 Psychedelics and Personal Transformation

Learn more about Ryan's work at www.loveisthepoint.com