Crystal Cassidy's work in biotechnology and her interest in meditation developed alongside each other. She joins Jay to talk about the questions each has brought into her life.
Crystal describes studying biochemistry, working in pharmaceutical development, and first encountering meditation through martial arts. Over time, her personal spiritual experiences led her to look for people who could help her understand what she was experiencing.
That search helped inspire SoulPod, an app designed around spiritual practice and connection with others. She and Jay discuss curiosity, the difficulty of sitting with yourself, and the value of having a community where unfamiliar experiences can be talked about openly. Crystal shares her own perspective on the relationship between scientific inquiry and spiritual exploration.
What We Explore
* Crystal's background in biochemistry and biotechnology
* Martial arts as an introduction to meditation
* Curiosity and learning through personal experience
* The challenges of developing a meditation practice
* Crystal's interpretation of her spiritual experiences
* Feeling isolated when an experience is difficult to explain
* Building SoulPod around practice and community
About Crystal Cassidy
Crystal Cassidy is the founder of SoulPod. Her background includes biochemistry, biotechnology, martial arts, and meditation, and she brings those interests into her work on spiritual wellness and community.
Crystal: https://soulpodapp.com
The Tragedy Academy
Candid conversations exploring the human experience through tragedy and triumph.
Hosted by Jay Hicks.
Be cool. Keep learning. 🌳
