The Darkness To Light ’God’cast with Jim McFadyen

72: 2025 The Joy To Be Alive

Are you truly letting yourself feel the joy of being alive?
 
In this episode, Jim McFadyen shares spontaneous reflections on joy. The quiet, sacred joy that comes from breath, presence, and connection to Source. It’s an invitation to slow down, stop searching, and experience the divine right here, right now.
 
🔍 What you’ll take from this episode:
Why joy isn’t something you chase, it’s something you allow
The difference between performative happiness and true inner joy
How breathwork and meditation reconnect you to joy in stillness
The spiritual trap of constantly striving or seeking more
What it means to live in trust, not fear
A reminder that aliveness itself is the miracle
Why consistency and daily presence are the keys to embodiment
 
This episode is a beautiful reset for anyone feeling disconnected, heavy, or caught up in the “doing.” Come back to the simple joy of being.

71: 'Holy'Days

70: Birthday Gifts

In this episode, Jim reflects on his 54th birthday and the gifts that go far beyond presents. From deep meditations and divine connection to family memories, community expansion and the spiritual significance of life’s milestones.
🔍 What you’ll hear in this episode:
Why birthdays can be powerful
Reflections on family, motherhood, and the passing of time
The emotional presence of loved ones who’ve passed
The evolution of The Vortex community
Why stillness, silence, and service are the real gifts
Why this time of year is sacred for reflection and preparation

#4 Mark Burns | The Squadcast

In this episode of the Squadcast, Jim chats with Mark Burns about his journey with The Vortex over the last 5 years. Mark opens up about where he was at before joining, what drew him to the work, and how breathwork, stillness, and community helped him get back to himself. It’s a real and honest conversation about healing, letting go of old patterns, and finding a new way of being.

69: Divine Timing

68: Half God

Ever feel like you're caught between your spiritual self and your human self?
Jim reflects on a powerful year of spiritual highs, followed by a phase of stagnation, real life, and reconnection with the basics. 
“Half God” explores the tension between full devotion and simply being human and how to find peace, balance, and momentum again through intention, breath, and community.
✨ Learn how to re-engage your spiritual practice after a period of disconnect✨ Understand the cost of burnout from being “fully on” all the time✨ Discover the power of small steps, intention, and showing up as you are✨ Hear how The Program and community help reignite purpose and energy✨ Explore the balance between discipline and grace on the spiritual path✨ Feel seen, supported, and inspired to recommit in your own way
🎧 Dont forget to Subscribe for weekly GodCasts🌐 Join The Program (Daily meditations at 5:30am & 9pm for November): https://program.vortexcentre.com/🫂 Work 1:1 with Jim: https://vortexcentre.com/coaching📍 Next live session at Yoga Barn Glasgow: https://program.vortexcentre.com/the-reconnection

3rd Catch Up - ReConnection

In this third Catch-Up, Jim explores the true meaning of Reconnection.  Reconnection with yourself, others, nature, and the divine.
He shares how intentional breathwork, meditation, and returning to simple, ancient practices can help you remember who you truly are and experience peace, clarity, and alignment in daily life.
You’ll discover:
The deeper purpose behind The Reconnection sessions in Glasgow.
How to move from stress and disconnection to inner stillness.
Why remembering your true essence changes everything.
Simple tools to restore balance, presence, and divine connection.

2nd Catch Up - Transcending Trauma

Can we truly transcend trauma?
Jim explores the healing process from both the human and spiritual perspective, sharing how we can move beyond pain, release old patterns, and reconnect to divine light through breathwork, meditation, and intentional living.
 
You’ll gain insight into:
How trauma affects the mind, body, and soul and how to find relief.
The power of awareness and alignment with the divine.
Practical ways to break free from cycles of suffering.
A new perspective on forgiveness, healing, and inner peace.

1st Catch Up - The Intention with Catch Ups

Welcome to the first Vortex Catch-Up.
In this episode, Jim shares openly about what’s next for The Vortex.  New ideas, new conversations, and a renewed intention to keep things real, simple, and heart-led.
 
You’ll hear about:
The evolution of the work and what’s coming next.
The return of Squadcast and the launch of Friends of the Vortex.
Why authenticity, truth, and community matter more than ever.
How this next chapter will bring more connection, light, and inspiration.

67: Perspectives

How do you see life? and how much of that perspective is really yours?
In this episode, Jim reflects on the waves of growth inside The Vortex, the power of personal perspective, and the deep value of hearing real stories from those on the spiritual path. He introduces the Squadcast - a new series of conversations with members of the Program who are doing the work, living the path, and showing up with truth and devotion.
✨ Discover how your perspective shapes your reality✨ Learn why lived experience matters more than theory or talk✨ Hear how others navigate their spiritual journey—highs, lows & breakthroughs✨ Understand the power of community, daily practice, and shared truth✨ Explore how breathwork, cold exposure, and silence become a way of life✨ Be reminded that transformation is possible—at any stage of life
🎧 Dont forget to Subscribe for weekly GodCasts🌐 Join The Program: https://program.vortexcentre.com/🫂 Work 1:1 with Jim: https://vortexcentre.com/coaching📍 Next live session at Yoga Barn Glasgow: https://program.vortexcentre.com/the-reconnection