Have you ever dismissed that quiet inner nudge, only to regret it later?
While most of us think we’re missing intuition, the truth is we’re systematically blocked from accessing it. We’ve been conditioned to trust logic over the whispers of our unconscious mind. But what if there was a way to reopen that bridge between rational thinking and deeper inner knowing?
In this transformative episode, psychologist and bestselling author Athena Laz reveals the hidden psychological trap that’s been severing your connection to intuitive wisdom since childhood, and introduces a powerful archetypal framework that can restore it.
The Science Behind Your Blocked Intuition
Athena shares compelling research that proves intuitive abilities are real and measurable. Studies by researcher Rupert Sheldrake demonstrate that humans can sense when they’re being watched from kilometres away, even when facing the opposite direction. Countless people worldwide dream of natural disasters before they occur, often in places they’ve never visited.
This isn’t mystical thinking. It’s documented human capacity that most of us have learned to ignore.
Introducing the Medial Archetype
The conversation centres on a revolutionary concept developed in the 1950s by analyst Tony Wolff, a brilliant collaborator of Carl Jung. Wolff identified what she called the “medial archetype” – a psychological structure that serves as a bridge between:
- The conscious and unconscious mind
- Dreams and waking reality
- The seen and unseen worlds
- Inner wisdom and external action
Athena brings this forgotten archetype into modern times, showing how anyone can access this bridging function regardless of gender identity or background.
Why Society Programmed You to Distrust Your Gut
The episode explores how social conditioning systematically disconnects us from our natural intuitive abilities. From childhood, many of us learn that psychic experiences, vivid dreams, or “knowing” things without logical explanation aren’t acceptable.
This creates what Athena calls a “psychological trap” – we possess the capacity for expanded awareness but have been taught to dismiss it as imagination or wishful thinking.
Recognising the Medial Archetype in Daily Life
The medial archetype appears through various channels:
In Dreams:
- Figures serving as messengers or guides
- Symbols of bridges, rainbows, or infinity signs
- Angels or beings facilitating communication
In Mythology:
- The Greek goddess Iris, who travels rainbow bridges between the divine and mortal realms
- Characters who mediate between different worlds or states of consciousness
In Daily Life:
- Synchronicities that carry authentic weight and meaning
- Moments when inner and outer reality seem to respond to each other
- Natural emergence of symbolic experiences without prompting
Practical Steps to Reconnect With Your Intuition
Athena provides actionable guidance for developing intuitive abilities:
Start Playfully
- Guess where the best parking space will be
- Before checking your phone, sense who the next email might be from
- Practice on low-stakes situations to remove pressure
Begin Dream Work
- Write down the last dream you remember each morning
- Look for recurring symbols or themes
- Notice connections between dream content and waking life events
Commit to Stillness
- Start with just 2 minutes of quiet sitting daily
- Gradually build to 10-20 minutes
- Develop “meta-awareness” – noticing your thoughts without judgment
The Light and Shadow of Archetypal Work
Working with the medial archetype brings significant benefits:
- Increased discernment
- Enhanced trust in the unknown
- Better navigation of life transitions
- Deeper connection to inner wisdom
However, Athena emphasises potential challenges:
- Feeling overwhelmed by collective energies
- Difficulty maintaining healthy boundaries
- Need for grounding practices and realistic expectations
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
In our polarised world, the medial archetype’s bridge-making function becomes crucial. As technology accelerates life to unsustainable speeds and external focus creates widespread anxiety, reconnecting with inner guidance offers both personal healing and cultural evolution.
Research shows the average person spends over two hours daily scrolling mindlessly online while claiming they don’t have 10 minutes for inner stillness. Athena challenges this priority, asking: “Can you afford NOT to sit in those 20 minutes?”
About Athena Laz
Athena Laz is the bestselling author of “Women Who Dance in the Dark,” “The Alchemy of Your Dreams,” “The Sisterhood of Seers Oracle Deck,” and “The Deliberate Dreamer’s Journal.” Her books have been translated into more than 13 languages worldwide. As an intuitive, psychologist, and lucid dream teacher, she helps thousands of people connect with spirit and psyche through dreams, mysticism, intuitive development, and archetypal work.
Three Golden Nuggets: Start Today
- Find Play in Seriousness – Approach intuitive development with curiosity rather than pressure. Do what makes you feel good.
- Record Your Dreams – Write down the last dream you remember each morning. This simple practice re-energises dream recall and memory.
- Practice Two-Minute Stillness – Sit quietly for just two minutes daily, developing awareness of your thoughts without judgment.
Key Takeaway
Accessing your intuitive abilities isn’t about becoming more “spiritual” – it’s about becoming more fully human. The boundary between inner and outer worlds is far more porous than we’ve been taught. Learning to navigate this reality with skill and discernment can transform how you make decisions, understand yourself, and move through the world.
You can watch the video of the conversation on YouTube
Find Out More About Athena Laz
Athena’s Website
Athena’s Latest Book: Women Who Dance in the Dark: Awaken Your Inner Seer Through Myths, Dreams, and Stories
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