S1 Ep: 10 The Witch and the Skeptic – Meditation: Magic, Myth, or Mind Hack?

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In this episode of That Pennsylvania Witch, host Katelyn Dawn invites guest Timothy McKenna

Together, they explore whether meditation is an ancient spiritual tool, a misunderstood psychological hack, or just a really expensive excuse to avoid your inbox. Along the way, they broach a wide range of related (and delightfully tangential) topics, including:

• Mindfulness and open-mindedness
• The Ra Material (aka the Law of One) and cosmic download culture
• The CIA’s Gateway Experience
• QHHT hypnosis
• And yes… we touch on eldritch horror, millennials vs elder millennials, and Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon, because clearly the universe is interconnected

Katelyn brings her intuitive, witchy lens; Timothy offers both philosophical insight and skeptical questioning — with a dose of dark humor and cosmic sarcasm.

Trigger Warning & Mental Health Disclaimer:

This episode contains brief mentions of suicidal thoughts and self-harm, particularly in the context of discussing the limits of spiritual practices as mental health tools. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional or contact a crisis support line in your area. Help is available, and healing is possible. While meditation can be a beautiful, empowering practice, it is not a substitute for professional therapy or medical support. Your mind, body, and soul deserve real care — from both the cosmos and your community

Tim's links and info:

Tim McKenna is a design and product leader that has led small and global design teams for the past 20 years. Having made an early career pivot from music into design, Tim has led design from small startups to global technology companies. Tim has taught design at York College of Pennsylvania and Harrisburg University, additionally has led the AIGA Central PA chapter to create community for designers in south central Pennsylvania. Tim's many industry credentials, past speaking circuit, and in demand mentoring schedule had propelled Tim as an influential figure in design. Tim's career path and identity was suddenly and abruptly changed as he was part of a company layoff, which tore down long held vapid beliefs and opened a new door in his life to seek beyond the ego and the material. Now, Tim balances his successful career, his spiritual seeking, and family as he continues on his path for knowledge, acceptance, and integration.

Derek Sivers ~ Useful Not True Book: https://sive.rs/u
Mark Manson Solved Values Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pdYVl60TqKLNAwKgFdk0C?si=286bd785ebbb473b

Area 52 Podcast/YouTube Channel:http://www.youtube.com/@Area52Investigations
The Law of One/Ra Material: https://www.llresearch.org/channeling/ra-contact/intro

Daniel Ober ~ QHHT Practitioner: https://yourquantumhealingexperience.net/

Monroe Institute: https://www.monroeinstitute.org
Tim's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothyfxmckenna

Tim's Website: https://timmckenna.design/
Tim's BlueSky: