Ep 281 - Andrew Genovese | The Real AF Guide to Spirituality
Sun Feb 08 2026
In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Genovese, dimensional breathwork guide, inner child + shadow work teacher, and a fierce advocate for inner sovereignty and soul reclamation — for a grounded, no-BS conversation about what spirituality actually is (and what it definitely isn’t). Andrew shares his personal hero’s journey…from years of nomadic travel and existential dread, to a full-blown awakening catalyzed by loss, collapse, and deep surrender. He walks us through the real mechanics of transformation: nervous system capacity, embodiment, and the willingness to face your own darkness instead of hiding behind slogans. We go straight at the modern “spiritual scene” — the robes, the persona, the Love & Light bypassing and why real awakening doesn’t look like anything…except becoming radically, unapologetically yourself. If you’ve ever felt allergic to the performance of spirituality and hungry for something with substance, this episode is your compass.
Time Stamps
(00:00) Episode Teaser
(00:37) Opening Conversation
(01:13) Exclusive Membership Announcements
(03:34) Andrew Genovese’s Hero's Journey
(09:10) His Defining Psychedelic Experience
(15:21) Reflecting on Childhood and Family Dynamics
(28:47) What Is Spiritual Awakening Really?
(38:18) The Illusion of Perfection
(45:36) Living with an Open Heart & Navigating Life's Challenges
(01:00:19) The Role of Nervous System in Personal Growth
(01:06:30) True Leadership and Authenticity
(01:11:05) Understanding Personality and Birth Cards
(01:13:33) The Concept of Downloading Codes
(01:15:55) Questioning Spiritual Language and Authenticity
(01:25:56) Dimensional Breath Work and Personal Growth
(01:36:44) The Hero's Journey and Self-Esteem
Guest Links
https://www.andrewgenovesehealing.com/
https://www.instagram.com/breathehealevolve/
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In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Genovese, dimensional breathwork guide, inner child + shadow work teacher, and a fierce advocate for inner sovereignty and soul reclamation — for a grounded, no-BS conversation about what spirituality actually is (and what it definitely isn’t). Andrew shares his personal hero’s journey…from years of nomadic travel and existential dread, to a full-blown awakening catalyzed by loss, collapse, and deep surrender. He walks us through the real mechanics of transformation: nervous system capacity, embodiment, and the willingness to face your own darkness instead of hiding behind slogans. We go straight at the modern “spiritual scene” — the robes, the persona, the Love & Light bypassing and why real awakening doesn’t look like anything…except becoming radically, unapologetically yourself. If you’ve ever felt allergic to the performance of spirituality and hungry for something with substance, this episode is your compass. Time Stamps (00:00) Episode Teaser (00:37) Opening Conversation (01:13) Exclusive Membership Announcements (03:34) Andrew Genovese’s Hero's Journey (09:10) His Defining Psychedelic Experience (15:21) Reflecting on Childhood and Family Dynamics (28:47) What Is Spiritual Awakening Really? (38:18) The Illusion of Perfection (45:36) Living with an Open Heart & Navigating Life's Challenges (01:00:19) The Role of Nervous System in Personal Growth (01:06:30) True Leadership and Authenticity (01:11:05) Understanding Personality and Birth Cards (01:13:33) The Concept of Downloading Codes (01:15:55) Questioning Spiritual Language and Authenticity (01:25:56) Dimensional Breath Work and Personal Growth (01:36:44) The Hero's Journey and Self-Esteem Guest Links https://www.andrewgenovesehealing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/breathehealevolve/ Connect with Us Join our membership Friends of the Truth Rise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test Now Discover Your Truth Seeker Archetype Watch all our episodes Connect with us on Telegram Follow us on Instagram Access all our links