How often do we blame our behavior on our astrological sign, “God’s plan,” or the universe instead of taking responsibility? In this episode of Psychics Not Saints, Ainslie MacLeod and Bryan Grijalva tackle spiritual bypassing and the ways astrology, karma, soul contracts, and spirituality can become excuses for avoiding accountability. They share candid stories about fake gurus, performative spirituality, and the warning signs of inauthenticity, while exploring what genuine spiritual growth really looks like.

Ainslie and Bryan discuss why meditation, yoga, and mindfulness are tools—not the destination—and why true spirituality comes down to how we treat others and whether our actions match our words. Plus, they introduce the hilarious new segment “Are You F***ing Kidding Me?”, featuring unforgettable stories from client sessions and one particularly memorable phone reading. The takeaway? Spirituality isn’t about looking enlightened; it’s about showing up authentically.

Key Takeaways

  • Spiritual bypassing happens when spirituality becomes an excuse for avoiding accountability.

  • Being spiritual does not make you exempt from being human.

  • Authenticity matters far more than appearances.

  • Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness are tools, not proof of spiritual growth.

  • The biggest red flag in a teacher is when their public persona doesn't match their private behavior.

  • Intuition often detects dishonesty before the conscious mind does.

  • Some of the loudest spiritual voices are simply playing a role.

  • Older souls often feel less need to prove how spiritual they are.

  • In a world increasingly shaped by AI and curated identities, authenticity becomes more valuable than ever.

  • The most spiritual thing you can do is be genuinely yourself.

In This Episode:

  • [00:00] Introduction

  • [01:22] What spiritual bypassing really means

  • [03:35] Fake gurus and spiritual hypocrisy

  • [05:11] The Balinese lesson about living in the gray

  • [05:55] Spiritual teachers who act differently off stage

  • [08:06] When integrity and behavior don't match

  • [09:52] What true spirituality actually means

  • [11:45] Bryan on authenticity, drinking, sex, and being human

  • [12:45] Ainslie's story about a spiritually inauthentic client

  • [15:51] How psychics sense dishonesty

  • [17:38] Why some gurus may be younger souls than their followers

  • [18:06] Spiritual cosplay and identity

  • [19:09] Talking to people at eye level

  • [19:55] Why souls come here to be human

  • [21:32] The retreat where people were shocked the hosts drank alcohol

  • [22:59] The sound bath that went horribly wrong

  • [25:01] Why authenticity will matter more in the age of AI

  • [25:59] Introducing "Are You F*ing Kidding Me?"

  • [26:31] Bryan's celebrity look-alike client story

  • [28:10] The dangers of losing your identity

  • [29:34] Ainslie's unforgettable phone reading

  • [30:22] Shaving during a psychic session

  • [30:31] Why gifted sessions often go poorly

  • [32:25] The problem with reluctant clients

  • [34:49] Closing thoughts 

About the Hosts

Ainslie MacLeod is a past-life psychic with over 27 years of professional experience. He uses his abilities to explore past lives, resolve fears and phobias, and help people align with their soul’s intended path. His work began unexpectedly when his deceased uncle appeared to him in Hawaii, a moment that turned a lifelong atheist into a working psychic.

Bryan Grijalva is a medical intuitive and healer with more than 22 years of practice and a wide range of certifications in various healing modalities. Raised in a psychic Mexican household, he learned early that feeling others’ pain was normal and later mastered the discernment to use that gift for healing. He works extensively with professional athletes, physicians, and everyday people.

Together, they’ve been friends and collaborators for over 15 years.

Ainslie MacLeod

Bryan Grijalva

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