New Book Challenges America’s Mental Health Paradigm by Exploring ‘Spiritual Emergency’
NEW YORK, October 10, 2025 — What happens when a spiritual awakening doesn’t look like peace and enlightenment but instead like chaos, confusion and crisis?
In her profound, unflinchingly honest new book, An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health, Aymie Daniels offers a rare, courageous look into the misunderstood phenomenon of Spiritual Emergency—a term first coined by Stanislav and Christina Grof in the 1970s to describe a transformational crisis with profound psychological and spiritual implications. While respected in some therapeutic and indigenous traditions, it remains largely overlooked and often mishandled by modern American culture and the mental health system.
“In indigenous cultures, those who access metaphysical realms are revered as healers and shamans,” Daniels said. “In America, they’re often misunderstood, pathologized or dismissed.”
Part riveting personal journey, part guide, Daniels blends lived experience with practical frameworks for well-being, emotional regulation and integration of consciousness. She writes openly about her struggles with addiction, mental health and awakening—offering both raw honesty and practical tools for resilience, personal growth and healing.
At a time when conversations around mental health are expanding, An American Awakening adds a crucial voice. Honest, unflinching and ultimately redemptive, it challenges stigma and reframes crises not as pathology, but as possibility.
“I wrote this book to reach people who, like me, have faced deep challenges—and to remind them they’re not alone,” Daniels said. “At the same time, I wanted to build a bridge of understanding between the general public and those experiencing extreme psychological states, so we can begin to see each other with more compassion and clarity.”
Whether navigating personal challenges, moving through a spiritual emergency, or seeking personal growth and transformation, An American Awakening brings forward a perspective that has long been overlooked. It doesn’t just break the silence around stigma—it opens a new conversation and sparks hope where there has often been too little.
“Mental health is still evolving,” Daniels added. “And expanding the conversation gives voice and visibility to those too often silenced.”
An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health
Publisher: Prophet Source LLC
ISBN-13: 979-8313455679 (paperback)
The press release above may be published in part or entirety by any print, broadcast or internet/digital media outlet, or used by any means of social media sharing.
Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews and Q&As are available upon request.
About the Author
Aymie Daniels is the Managing Director of Prophet Source, a personal development company devoted to healing, transformation and the power of looking within. Drawing on her background in holistic health, her career in corporate finance and the depth of her own lived experience, she bridges the gap between spiritual insight and practical growth, offering a unique voice in the wellness and transformation space.
Daniels holds a bachelor's degree in Holistic Health Sciences and is board-certified through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. At Prophet Source, her work centers on Mind Awareness & Development, a philosophy that redefines what it means to be “MAD” by empowering individuals to embrace their powerful minds, unlock their strengths and rise to their highest potential.
Children’s Book Shines Light on Anxiety in High-Achieving Kids
PHILADELPHIA, Penn., Oct. 7, 2025 — With youth anxiety rates climbing nationwide, an age-appropriate chapter book is helping kids ages 9-14 recognize the toll that stress takes on their bodies and friendships—and offers strategies to help them cope.
My Anxiety is Messing Things Up, by school counselor and award-winning author Jennifer Licate, follows Oscar, a hardworking student whose drive to succeed earns him praise in the classroom and on the field—but also leaves him wracked with anxiety. Unable to sleep and increasingly irritable, Oscar lashes out at his friends. When a teacher invites him to a school support group, Oscar must decide if he’s willing to seek help and try new strategies for relief.
Licate expertly combines a fast-paced, relatable story with guided questions and activities at the end of each chapter. These tools help young readers explore their own feelings, while giving parents, teachers and counselors a structured way to start meaningful conversations about anxiety.
“I wrote the book to help children understand anxiety,” said Licate. “Not all symptoms look the same, and not all strategies will work for everyone. My hope is that kids learn there are multiple tools they can try to feel more confident and less overwhelmed.”
The release comes at a time when educators are reporting increased stress levels among students. According to recent studies, more than one in three children experience anxiety symptoms, and sleep disruption is one of the most common side effects. Licate, who has worked as a school counselor for more than a decade, believes early intervention and open discussion can help prevent anxiety from becoming debilitating later in life.
“Children do not need to wait until anxiety is debilitating before using strategies to help their symptoms,” Licate added. “Using strategies to deal with anxiety can help children and anyone reduce their symptoms so they can live their best lives, work toward achieving their goals and feel confident.”
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About the Author
Jennifer Licate’s award-winning books help teach children the strategies they need to navigate common challenges, from friendship struggles to anxiety to study skills. Some of her other notable titles include I Lost My BFF; Faking Happiness, Feeling Sadness; and He’s Not Just Teasing! Accompanying teacher and counselor activity guides are available for many of her books. Licate received her master’s degree in Elementary and Secondary School Counseling and has worked as a
Sober October Made Simple: Life Coach Shares 30-Day Roadmap to Alcohol-Free Living
EL PASO, Texas, Oct, 6, 2025 — Sober October is the perfect moment for people to pause and reevaluate their relationship with alcohol. Chris Najera, certified life coach and author of The Hard Truth! Stopping Alcohol, delivers a timely, practical guide to help readers take a 30-day break from drinking, blending personal experience with actionable strategies for lasting change.
Najera knows the challenge firsthand: He battled alcohol use disorder for over 30 years. In The Hard Truth!, he shares candid, lived experience alongside research-based advice, offering readers clarity, courage and a roadmap toward freedom from alcohol. Designed for anyone who drinks regularly — from casual to daily drinkers — the book empowers readers to break free from dependency and reclaim control over their lives.
“If you’re looking to stop, you’ve come to the right place,” Najera said. “This book gives you the tools to take that first month seriously, see real progress and start discovering the person you were meant to be before alcohol disrupted your life.”
So what happens on Day One of Najera’s 30-day plan? Simply deciding to stop.
“You have to want to stop,” Najera said. “You have to want it more than anything. You have to have a paradigm shift in your mind.”
While Najera’s narrative is hopeful and encouraging, he doesn’t shy away from pointing out the darker aspects of alcohol usage and the damage it does to the human body. He also shares phone numbers and websites for a range of organizations where individuals can find the help they need — and discover what works best for their personal journeys. Ultimately, Najera challenges readers to confront alcohol’s hold and make more informed choices.
“What makes this book unique is its honesty and practicality,” Najera said. “Whether you’re questioning your drinking habits, taking part in Sober October or seeking lasting sobriety, The Hard Truth! offers clarity, guidance and encouragement. This isn’t just a book — it’s a tool to empower individuals and educate communities about the risks of alcohol and the possibility of change.”
Christopher J. Najera is a certified life coach, public speaker and author who spent 35 years battling alcohol use disorder. Najera speaks from a place of raw honesty and lived truth. A weekend drinker who turned to daily drinking, alcohol consumed him, and he sought outpatient treatment. After seeing others suffering, he realized he didn’t want to end up on dialysis or a liver transplant list like his peers. It was in those moments that real change was the best outcome for his future.
Driven by a mission to expose the truths alcohol companies never reveal, Najera brings together powerful facts, personal stories and practical tools to help audiences understand their relationship with alcohol and reclaim their lives. His work aligns with global health efforts, including the World Health Organization's campaign to reduce harmful alcohol use by 2030 at the local level.
Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Najera balances his work as a life coach and author with mentoring others on the path to sobriety. He lives sober, advocates for healthier choices and proves that transformation is possible at any stage of life.
For more information, please visit www.Thehardtruthaf.com, or connect with the author on Facebook (The Hard Truth, Stopping Alcohol).
New Pilot Study on Menopause Depression Shows Up to 46% Improvement in Daily Functioning and 30% Depression Reduction With At-Home Brain Stimulation
A woman using Flow brain stimulation device (Source: Flow Neuroscience)
For World Menopause Awareness Month, Flow Neuroscience and The House of Hormones ran a pilot study on use of an at-home brain stimulation device, showing major improvements in mood, sleep, and daily functioning for women in menopause and perimenopause.
October 6, 2025. For World Menopause Awareness Month, Flow Neuroscience, a healthcare company developing brain stimulation-based treatments, and The House of Hormones(THOH), a community for hormonal health education and support, announce results from a collaborative 10-week pilot study they conducted on brain stimulation treatment of depression in perimenopausal and menopausal women.
The study showed a 30% reduction in depressive mood and anxiety as well as up to 46% improvements in sleep and daily functioning in women using Flow’s at-home brain stimulation headset for depression.
Menopause and perimenopause are highly associated with depression: women in this life stage are up to 40% more likely to experience the condition than those without menopausal symptoms. Yet this patient group remains greatly underrepresented in depression studies.
“For far too long, women’s health has been under-researched, underfunded, and under-prioritised. That’s why studies like this matter so much! To see women in our own community have these results is groundbreaking,” said Leah Christian, psychologist and CEO of THOH.
She added: “This isn’t just about symptoms, it’s about giving women their lives back. We’re proud to finally put real resources behind women’s health, because women deserve support long before they hit rock bottom.”
Outcomes of the pilot were tracked at baseline, on Week 4, and on Week 10. Early benefits were already visible by Week 4, with a reduction in anxiety, sleep problems, and brain fog of over 20%. By Week 10, depressive mood, anxiety, and irritability declined by 30%; sleep improved by 35%; and brain fog decreased by 31%.
The effect extended beyond symptom relief. The ability to function daily (work) improved by 46% and close relationships by 33%.
“It really helped me by lowering my feelings of uselessness and pointlessness,” said Caroline Kay (63), one of the study participants. “I have more patience and feel less snappy and angry – I didn’t realise how much my naturally easy-going disposition had changed until things started to improve.”
Dr. Hannah Nearney, clinical psychiatrist and UK Medical Director at Flow Neuroscience, explained why depression in perimenopause and menopause is particularly complex:
“It is never just about low mood, it impacts sleep, cognition, relationships, and the ability to function day to day. Such complexity makes finding the right treatment extremely difficult, because most approaches only target one piece of the puzzle,” she explained. “For example, antidepressants, one of the most common treatments, may improve mood, but can cause side effects like anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, and sexual problems which are often already issues that perimenopausal women are struggling with.”
Dr. Nearney added that the pilot stands out from other research because it shows promise for brain stimulation as a holistic treatment for depression in perimenopause and menopause.
“The ability of brain stimulation to relieve so many symptoms, from low mood and poor sleep to productivity issues, shows the potential of this method to address the real-world challenges women face during middle age,” said Dr. Nearney.
Regarding the safety of the study, no severe events occurred, and no participants discontinued treatment. Only mild side effects such as tingling were recorded.
In addition to being well-tolerated (91% of participants said they would continue using Flow), 82% said they would recommend it to other women with similar symptoms.
“Women navigating the menopause transition deserve a one-stop treatment for depression that doesn’t have severe side effects and is capable of comprehensively improving the quality of their life,” said Erin Lee, CEO of Flow Neuroscience. “At Flow, we’re committed to rigorous science and to designing care that fits women’s lives, not the other way around.”
The study highlights the need for larger trials and signals that at-home brain stimulation could become a meaningful, non-drug option for women with menopause-related depression.
Flow previously conducted a landmark study published in Nature Medicine on the effectiveness of their device. It has been already used by more than 50,000 users in the EU, UK, Switzerland, and Hong Kong, and recently got approved in Australia.
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About Flow Neuroscience
Flow Neuroscience is a healthcare company that focuses on tDCS therapies and devices. In 2016, it was co-founded in Sweden by Daniel Mansson, a clinical psychologist, and Erik Rehn, an engineer. Erin Lee joined as CEO in 2022, having previously worked at Google, Uber and Babylon, and the company is now based in the UK. Flow is the only at-home medical tDCS device with clinically proven effectiveness in treating depression. It is not only used by the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK, but also available and has passed regulations in Europe, Australia, Norway, Switzerland, and Hong Kong, with a currently on-going approval process in the US.
NHS Orthopaedic Waits Push British Workers Out of Jobs
In the UK, over 800,000 people are waiting for orthopaedic treatment. For many workers, the delay means long spells away from work or even early retirement. Musculoskeletal pain costs employers around £3.36 billion each year.
October 2, 2025. 7.36 million people are on the NHS waiting list now; trauma and orthopaedics are the main causes of the largest backlogs, exceeding 800,000 patients in 2024. Patients needing a hip or knee replacement often wait longer than half a year. Many lose their ability to keep working during that time. Each month of waiting adds more pain, deformity, and risk of lasting mobility loss, surgeons warn.
People in constant pain often cut their hours, and some leave work altogether.UK workers lost 148.9 million workdays due to sickness or injury in 2024. Musculoskeletal problems made up 15.5% of those days, which is around 23.1 million lost ones.
That much time off work results in increased costs for both employees and employers. Based on a median weekly pay of £728 in April 2024, or about £146 a day. At that rate, musculoskeletal absences cost the UK economy around £3.36 billion a year.
Risks of delayed surgery
The biggest percentage of people waiting are orthopaedic patients. In some UK regions, more than 3,000 people had to wait for an operation for over a year. On average, the waiting time is 28.7 weeks. For many, that means worsening pain, restricted mobility, and weaker supporting muscles. Surgeons warn that the longer the delay, the higher the chance of permanent problems. Those range from joint deformity and stiffness to loss of bone mass.
“Extended delays limit mobility and force patients to rely on pain medication for longer. When anti-inflammatory drugs stop working, many turn to opioids,” said Sarunas Tarasevicius, MD, orthopaedic surgeon at Nordorthopaedics Clinic. “Opioids are stronger, but they carry the risk of addiction. That dependency affects both physical and mental well-being, and it only grows the longer people are left without surgery.”
Medication use has more risks. “Prolonged use of anti-inflammatory drugs raises the chance of stomach bleeding, while untreated arthrosis can cause permanent bone loss. In those cases, surgeons must use more metal implants to rebuild bone structure, which increases both the scale and cost of surgery,” added Tarasevicius.
The physical toll is severe too. Patients trying to protect a painful joint often shift weight to the other leg.
“Over time, this can cause pelvic tilt, back pain, and spinal changes. Muscles around the damaged joint weaken, making post-surgery recovery slower and more difficult. If the operation is delayed too long, muscle atrophy sets in and the surgery itself becomes more complex,” Tarasevicius explained.
Pain does not only affect the body. Patients often reduce hours at work or leave jobs entirely when they can no longer manage the demands of daily tasks. “This is especially true for people in physical roles. Pain makes work almost impossible, but it also affects everyday life – from housework to simple movement,” elaborated Tarasevicius.
Some patients try to cope by reducing activity, since joints hurt less when not under load. Yet this strategy comes with its own cost, as inactivity speeds up muscle wasting and further reduces mobility.
“A shadow of my former self”
Anne Hyde, a resident of Norwich, needed a right hip replacement after an accident in 2016 that had gone undiagnosed. By 2021, her mobility had collapsed – she relied on a walking stick, needed workplace adjustments, and often worked from home. Driving was painful, walking her dog was no longer possible, and her dependence on Tramadol grew. “At 57 I felt like a shadow of my former self,” the 61-year-old woman said.
Told that an “urgent” operation would still mean waiting about a year, Anne began looking at private options. The cost in the UK was close to £15,000 with little aftercare. Research and contact with past patients led her to Nordorthopaedics Clinic in Lithuania, where she had already travelled before. “I spent less than half the UK price and was supported from the airport through to flying home 13 days later,” Anne explained. Her GP later removed the staples and praised the quality of the surgical work. “I would not hesitate to recommend the decision I made to anyone in the same position.”
A faster route for patients
Nordorthopaedics Clinic reports that patients can usually undergo surgery within two to four weeks, compared to months of waiting in UK hospitals, including private providers. Hip and knee replacements remain the most common procedures, followed by rehabilitation and physiotherapy carried out on site.
Demand for orthopaedic care in Lithuania has risen steadily in recent years, as patients in countries with longer waiting times seek alternatives. Surgeons note that intervening in time not only reduces pain but also helps people retain their work and soften the economic burden.
“Timely surgery restores function and protects employment. It is always better to treat the joint before the cascade of problems begins,” concluded Tarasevicius.
ABOUT NORDORTHOPAEDICS
Nordorthopaedics is a private clinic in Kaunas, Lithuania, part of Nordclinic, offering high-quality services and focusing on foreign patients. It is equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical facilities. Medical professionals at the clinic speak fluent English and show personal attention to every patient. www.nordorthopaedics.com/en.
Sober October Made Simple: Life Coach Shares 30-Day Roadmap to Alcohol-Free Living
EL PASO, Texas, Oct. 2, 2025 — Sober October is the perfect moment for people to pause and reevaluate their relationship with alcohol. Chris Najera, certified life coach and author of The Hard Truth! Stopping Alcohol, delivers a timely, practical guide to help readers take a 30-day break from drinking, blending personal experience with actionable strategies for lasting change.
Najera knows the challenge firsthand: He battled alcohol use disorder for over 30 years. In The Hard Truth!, he shares candid, lived experience alongside research-based advice, offering readers clarity, courage and a roadmap toward freedom from alcohol. Designed for anyone who drinks regularly — from casual to daily drinkers — the book empowers readers to break free from dependency and reclaim control over their lives.
“If you’re looking to stop, you’ve come to the right place,” Najera said. “This book gives you the tools to take that first month seriously, see real progress and start discovering the person you were meant to be before alcohol disrupted your life.”
So what happens on Day One of Najera’s 30-day plan? Simply deciding to stop.
“You have to want to stop,” Najera said. “You have to want it more than anything. You have to have a paradigm shift in your mind.”
While Najera’s narrative is hopeful and encouraging, he doesn’t shy away from pointing out the darker aspects of alcohol usage and the damage it does to the human body. He also shares phone numbers and websites for a range of organizations where individuals can find the help they need — and discover what works best for their personal journeys. Ultimately, Najera challenges readers to confront alcohol’s hold and make more informed choices.
“What makes this book unique is its honesty and practicality,” Najera said. “Whether you’re questioning your drinking habits, taking part in Sober October or seeking lasting sobriety, The Hard Truth! offers clarity, guidance and encouragement. This isn’t just a book — it’s a tool to empower individuals and educate communities about the risks of alcohol and the possibility of change.”
The Hard Truth! Stopping Alcohol
Publisher: Spines
Release Date: June 13, 2025
ISBN-13: 979-8896917939
The press release above may be published in part or entirety by any print, broadcast or internet/digital media outlet, or used by any means of social media sharing.
Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews and Q&As are available upon request.
About the Author
Christopher J. Najera is a certified life coach, public speaker and author who spent 35 years battling alcohol use disorder. Najera speaks from a place of raw honesty and lived truth. A weekend drinker who turned to daily drinking, alcohol consumed him, and he sought outpatient treatment. After seeing others suffering, he realized he didn’t want to end up on dialysis or a liver transplant list like his peers. It was in those moments that real change was the best outcome for his future.
Driven by a mission to expose the truths alcohol companies never reveal, Najera brings together powerful facts, personal stories and practical tools to help audiences understand their relationship with alcohol and reclaim their lives. His work aligns with global health efforts, including the World Health Organization's campaign to reduce harmful alcohol use by 2030 at the local level.
Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Najera balances his work as a life coach and author with mentoring others on the path to sobriety. He lives sober, advocates for healthier choices and proves that transformation is possible at any stage of life.
1 in 3 Employees Have Cried at Work, Most Feel Pressure to Hide It Zety Report Explores Emotional Masking, Strain & Gaps in Psychological Safety
Wednesday, October 1st 2025 - A new survey from career platform Zety® uncovers the hidden emotional toll of workplace stress - and what Dr. Jasmine Escalera, career expert at Zety, calls corporate masking: employees feeling compelled to hide their emotions in order to appear professional.
According to the Workplace Emotional Safety Report, based on responses from over 1,000 employees, nearly 1 in 3 workers say they have cried at work, yet most report feeling pressure to conceal their struggles. These findings point to a deeper, often overlooked dimension of workplace stress: the burden of silent emotional labor.
Key Findings
Masking emotions is common: 67% of employees have hidden their feelings at work to appear professional.
Work stress drives tears: 61% have felt overwhelmed to the point of tears in the past year, and 30% have cried in front of a coworker or manager.
Burnout is widespread: 43% cite chronic stress and 42% cite heavy workloads as top triggers.
Judgment is real:44% feel judged when they show stress, and 1 in 3 have been told to “toughen up” or “leave feelings at the door.”
Support gaps persist: Just 16% would turn to their manager for help, while many lean on peers, friends, or family.
The State of Psychological Safety
Only 32% rate their workplace’s psychological safety as high.
1 in 3 feel uncomfortable expressing negative emotions at all.
1 in 4 say they wouldn’t feel safe telling their manager if their mental health were suffering.
“These numbers show that many employees don’t feel fully safe to be themselves at work,” says Jasmine Escalera, Career Expert at Zety. “When people mask their emotions, it hurts individuals, and it also impacts workplaces by limiting openness, trust, and collaboration.”
Emotional Strain and Burnout
Workplace pressures are fueling strain: 1 in 4 feel emotionally drained multiple times a week, and 1 in 10 say they feel this way daily.
Top causes: conflict with managers or colleagues (29%), lack of recognition (28%), toxic culture (23%).
36% have reported a false reason when taking a mental health day; 7% avoid mental health leave entirely.
Barriers to Speaking Up
Employees often silence themselves after being invalidated:
1 in 3 have been told to “calm down” or “toughen up.”
21% say colleagues dismiss their emotions, while 14% say peers are unaware altogether.
36% have reported a false reason when taking a mental health day, and 7% avoid mental health leave entirely.
Methodology The findings presented are based on a nationally representative survey conducted by Zety UK using Pollfish on July 30, 2025. The survey collected responses from 1,023 U.S. workers, examining their experiences and perceptions related to emotional safety in the workplace, including stressors, burnout, barriers to expressing feelings, coping strategies, and overall psychological safety. Respondents answered different types of questions, including yes/no, scale-based questions where they indicated their level of agreement with statements, and multiple-choice where they could select from a list of provided options. The sample consisted of 50% female and 50% male respondents, with 15% Gen Z, 33% Millennials, 35% Gen X, and 17% Baby Boomers.
About Zety
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New Book Challenges America’s Mental Health Paradigm by Exploring ‘Spiritual Emergency’
NEW YORK, September 30, 2025 — What happens when a spiritual awakening doesn’t look like peace and enlightenment but instead like chaos, confusion and crisis?
In her profound, unflinchingly honest new book, An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health, Aymie Daniels offers a rare, courageous look into the misunderstood phenomenon of Spiritual Emergency—a term first coined by Stanislav and Christina Grof in the 1970s to describe a transformational crisis with profound psychological and spiritual implications. While respected in some therapeutic and indigenous traditions, it remains largely overlooked and often mishandled by modern American culture and the mental health system.
“In indigenous cultures, those who access metaphysical realms are revered as healers and shamans,” Daniels said. “In America, they’re often misunderstood, pathologized or dismissed.”
Part riveting personal journey, part guide, Daniels blends lived experience with practical frameworks for well-being, emotional regulation and integration of consciousness. She writes openly about her struggles with addiction, mental health and awakening—offering both raw honesty and practical tools for resilience, personal growth and healing.
At a time when conversations around mental health are expanding, An American Awakening adds a crucial voice. Honest, unflinching and ultimately redemptive, it challenges stigma and reframes crises not as pathology, but as possibility.
“I wrote this book to reach people who, like me, have faced deep challenges—and to remind them they’re not alone,” Daniels said. “At the same time, I wanted to build a bridge of understanding between the general public and those experiencing extreme psychological states, so we can begin to see each other with more compassion and clarity.”
Whether navigating personal challenges, moving through a spiritual emergency, or seeking personal growth and transformation, An American Awakening brings forward a perspective that has long been overlooked. It doesn’t just break the silence around stigma—it opens a new conversation and sparks hope where there has often been too little.
“Mental health is still evolving,” Daniels added. “And expanding the conversation gives voice and visibility to those too often silenced.”
An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health
Aymie Daniels is the Managing Director of Prophet Source, a personal development company devoted to healing, transformation and the power of looking within. Drawing on her background in holistic health, her career in corporate finance and the depth of her own lived experience, she bridges the gap between spiritual insight and practical growth, offering a unique voice in the wellness and transformation space.
Daniels holds a bachelor's degree in Holistic Health Sciences and is board-certified through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. At Prophet Source, her work centers on Mind Awareness & Development, a philosophy that redefines what it means to be “MAD” by empowering individuals to embrace their powerful minds, unlock their strengths and rise to their highest potential.
New Book Challenges America’s Mental Health Paradigm by Exploring ‘Spiritual Emergency’
NEW YORK, September 29, 2025 — What happens when a spiritual awakening doesn’t look like peace and enlightenment but instead like chaos, confusion and crisis?
In her profound, unflinchingly honest new book, An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health, Aymie Daniels offers a rare, courageous look into the misunderstood phenomenon of Spiritual Emergency—a term first coined by Stanislav and Christina Grof in the 1970s to describe a transformational crisis with profound psychological and spiritual implications. While respected in some therapeutic and indigenous traditions, it remains largely overlooked and often mishandled by modern American culture and the mental health system.
“In indigenous cultures, those who access metaphysical realms are revered as healers and shamans,” Daniels said. “In America, they’re often misunderstood, pathologized or dismissed.”
Part riveting personal journey, part guide, Daniels blends lived experience with practical frameworks for well-being, emotional regulation and integration of consciousness. She writes openly about her struggles with addiction, mental health and awakening—offering both raw honesty and practical tools for resilience, personal growth and healing.
At a time when conversations around mental health are expanding, An American Awakening adds a crucial voice. Honest, unflinching and ultimately redemptive, it challenges stigma and reframes crises not as pathology, but as possibility.
“I wrote this book to reach people who, like me, have faced deep challenges—and to remind them they’re not alone,” Daniels said. “At the same time, I wanted to build a bridge of understanding between the general public and those experiencing extreme psychological states, so we can begin to see each other with more compassion and clarity.”
Whether navigating personal challenges, moving through a spiritual emergency, or seeking personal growth and transformation, An American Awakening brings forward a perspective that has long been overlooked. It doesn’t just break the silence around stigma—it opens a new conversation and sparks hope where there has often been too little.
“Mental health is still evolving,” Daniels added. “And expanding the conversation gives voice and visibility to those too often silenced.”
An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health
Aymie Daniels is the Managing Director of Prophet Source, a personal development company devoted to healing, transformation and the power of looking within. Drawing on her background in holistic health, her career in corporate finance and the depth of her own lived experience, she bridges the gap between spiritual insight and practical growth, offering a unique voice in the wellness and transformation space.
Daniels holds a bachelor's degree in Holistic Health Sciences and is board-certified through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. At Prophet Source, her work centers on Mind Awareness & Development, a philosophy that redefines what it means to be “MAD” by empowering individuals to embrace their powerful minds, unlock their strengths and rise to their highest potential.
New Book Challenges America’s Mental Health Paradigm by Exploring ‘Spiritual Emergency’
NEW YORK, September 25, 2025 — What happens when a spiritual awakening doesn’t look like peace and enlightenment but instead like chaos, confusion and crisis?
In her profound, unflinchingly honest new book, An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health, Aymie Daniels offers a rare, courageous look into the misunderstood phenomenon of Spiritual Emergency—a term first coined by Stanislav and Christina Grof in the 1970s to describe a transformational crisis with profound psychological and spiritual implications. While respected in some therapeutic and indigenous traditions, it remains largely overlooked and often mishandled by modern American culture and the mental health system.
“In indigenous cultures, those who access metaphysical realms are revered as healers and shamans,” Daniels said. “In America, they’re often misunderstood, pathologized or dismissed.”
Part riveting personal journey, part guide, Daniels blends lived experience with practical frameworks for well-being, emotional regulation and integration of consciousness. She writes openly about her struggles with addiction, mental health and awakening—offering both raw honesty and practical tools for resilience, personal growth and healing.
At a time when conversations around mental health are expanding, An American Awakening adds a crucial voice. Honest, unflinching and ultimately redemptive, it challenges stigma and reframes crises not as pathology, but as possibility.
“I wrote this book to reach people who, like me, have faced deep challenges—and to remind them they’re not alone,” Daniels said. “At the same time, I wanted to build a bridge of understanding between the general public and those experiencing extreme psychological states, so we can begin to see each other with more compassion and clarity.”
Whether navigating personal challenges, moving through a spiritual emergency, or seeking personal growth and transformation, An American Awakening brings forward a perspective that has long been overlooked. It doesn’t just break the silence around stigma—it opens a new conversation and sparks hope where there has often been too little.
“Mental health is still evolving,” Daniels added. “And expanding the conversation gives voice and visibility to those too often silenced.”
An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health
Aymie Daniels is the Managing Director of Prophet Source, a personal development company devoted to healing, transformation and the power of looking within. Drawing on her background in holistic health, her career in corporate finance and the depth of her own lived experience, she bridges the gap between spiritual insight and practical growth, offering a unique voice in the wellness and transformation space.
Daniels holds a bachelor's degree in Holistic Health Sciences and is board-certified through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. At Prophet Source, her work centers on Mind Awareness & Development, a philosophy that redefines what it means to be “MAD” by empowering individuals to embrace their powerful minds, unlock their strengths and rise to their highest potential.
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