The Higher Human Podcast: Life Shifts, Burnout & Finding Your Purpose
The Higher Human is a podcast for individuals and ADHD & autistic adults navigating burnout, nervous system regulation, spiritual awakening, and major life transitions.
This show explores neurodivergent burnout, unmasking, emotional regulation, purpose, consciousness, and what it means to build a life that works with your brain — not against it. Grounded, practical, and spiritually curious, without pressure or toxic positivity.
Learn more at www.thehigherhuman.com
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Episodes

Nov 22, 2025
Nov 22, 2025
30 min
What if your life isn’t falling apart — it’s falling together?If you’ve been feeling lost, numb, burned out, disconnected, done with old patterns, or suddenly unable to tolerate the life you’ve been living… this video is your roadmap.
This is the truth about spiritual awakenings — the dark parts, the identity collapse, the relationship shifts, the breakdown before the breakthrough, and why and how your soul is pushing you toward alignment.
In this episode, I walk you through: - The earliest signs of a spiritual awakening - Why everything suddenly feels wrong or unbearable - The identity shedding phase - Career misalignment & burnout - Relationship collapse and distancing - Emotional overwhelm, numbness & dissociation - Awakening vs spiritual psychosis - How to stay grounded when everything shifts - Practical steps to navigate your awakening safely - What to unlearn, what to rebuild, and who you are becoming
If this resonates, you’re not alone. I’m Ashley — a life coach specializing in spiritual awakenings, burnout, big life shifts and neurodivergent adults (ADHD & autistic). I help people navigate this exact transition and rebuild a life aligned with who they really are.
Find all of my information and social media platforms here: https://bio.site/thehigherhuman

Nov 17, 2025
Nov 17, 2025
29 min
Sensory overload / overstimulation is real—especially for ADHD and autistic (AuDHD) folks. In this episode, I share my Overstimulation Recovery Routine: how I spot triggers early, what’s in my sensory “toolkit,” and the fast “first-aid” steps I use when I hit shutdown or meltdown territory.
If noise, lights, textures, or overlapping stimuli derail your day, this one’s for you.
What you’ll learn
- How to run a quick trigger audit (and anticipate tough environments)
- My on-the-go sensory toolkit (headphones, sunglasses, fidget, scent, etc.)
- A 2–5 minute nervous-system reset you can do anywhere (breathwork + grounding)
- Work/home environment tweaks & simple accommodations that actually help
- A post-overload recovery plan that prevents spiral and burnout
Work with me
I’m Ashley—life coach for big life shifts, burnout, spiritual growth, and neurodivergent folks (ADHD/autistic). Want support building a life that actually fits your values, passions and a lifestyle that keeps you in flow?
➤ Coaching & resources: thehigherhuman.com
➤ Instagram: @thehigherhuman

Oct 30, 2025
Oct 30, 2025
38 min
What happens when AI becomes your only friend? When algorithms start answering your deepest questions about life, death, love, and God? This podcast uncovers the emotional and spiritual crisis emerging from our relationship with artificial intelligence — from viral TikToks and real‑life psychosis events to OpenAI’s new “adult AI” rollout. This is the conversation no one else is having.
Let’s talk about how we can evolve with AI — without losing what makes us human.
Topics Include:
• AI replacing human jobs
• Loneliness and digital intimacy
• Psychological and spiritual “AI awakenings”
• Government remote‑viewing and consciousness research
• OpenAI’s new adult‑content policy
• Grounding, discernment & integration in the digital age

Aug 23, 2025
Aug 23, 2025
20 min
Are you tired of constantly feeling division, rage, and arguing online and elsewhere? In this video, transformational life coach Ashley Bourbeau breaks down the uncomfortable truth: your neighbor isn’t the problem—but the system wants you to think they are. We dive into:
🔥 How fear and scarcity are used to manipulate you
📺 Why mainstream media and politics thrive on chaos
🧠 How social media algorithms polarize and isolate us unknowingly
🌎 What actually needs to happen if we want real change
❤️ And how love, breathwork, and uncomfortable conversations can help us heal It’s not about taking sides. It’s about reclaiming our humanity. If you’re exhausted by politics but still believe in the human race - this is your wake-up call.
👉 Like, subscribe, and share if you’re ready to think deeper and reconnect. Follow for more insight on personal growth, purpose, and building a life that aligns with your unique gifts.

Aug 22, 2025
Aug 22, 2025
57 min
Dating in 2025 isn’t what it used to be. Consultant Chris joins to unpack the new rules of modern relationships — where masculinity is being questioned, women are evolving fast, and men are feeling stuck, angry, or left behind. We talk toxic masculinity, healing, communication breakdowns, and how to reconnect with purpose and emotional strength.
This isn’t just another “manosphere” rant — it’s a grounded, soul-centered conversation about growth, self-awareness, and real love.
Like this episode? Hit subscribe and share with someone who needs this.
Want to become a better man? Connect with Chris below:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consultantchris/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConsultantChris/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556009036057
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consultantchris

Aug 22, 2025
Aug 22, 2025
50 min
Feeling stuck? Think you’re making changes but not seeing results? In this eye-opening conversation with Jessica McIntyre, a psychotherapist and author of "UNBREAK: A Psychotherapist's Remedy to Heal the Spirit in 7 Action Steps", we dive deep into why change feels impossible—and how to actually make it happen.
🔹 Are you THINKING change or actually FEELING it?
🔹 The science behind manifestation and why it isn’t working for you
🔹 How to become suggestible to success and rewire your mindset
Guest: Jessica McIntyre
jem@jessicamcintyre.com
📘 Get Jessica’s book here! 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9DHJ557?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
📢 Subscribe for more content on mindset & personal growth! #SelfImprovement #MentalHealth #Manifestation #Psychology

Jun 12, 2024
Jun 12, 2024
33 min
So, aliens, and inter-dimensional beings?? What will we ultimately do with this revelation? What do we need to be asking ourselves? Another top U.S. government intelligence officer claims non-human intelligence is real. Join me as I explain where we're at, and what our next best theoretical steps are. Like and subscribe if you're interested in more!
Documents and statements examined:
Karl Knell SALT full interview: https://youtu.be/Rpl0FrdJWfs?si=U3xUf8CTVFC1kQ_x
FOIA Request Document release (Chris Mellon, Sean Kirkpatrick, David Grusch):
https://documents2.theblackvault.com/documents/osd/24-F-0266.pdf
Christopher Mellon Text Message Release/ Substack post: https://christopherkmellon.substack.com/p/another-signal-message

May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
19 min
Have you considered what you'll do next if AI replaces your job? We definitely have a lot to contend with when it comes to AI. However, if we learn to look at this the right way, and ask ourselves what we really want and don't want out of our relationship with artificial intelligence, we could come out far ahead of where we are now, and propel our civilization forward in so many other ways, too.
Certainly, we need to understand how widespread AI integration could affect us negatively from physical, evolutionary, and other perspectives. We will end up revolutionizing the way we see ourselves, our problems, and our future. What if the difficulties that come with AI and other tech driven societal shifts are not a derailment in your life, but a chance to find something better, or your true purpose?

Apr 19, 2024
Apr 19, 2024
10 min
When we are doing a lot of hard work on ourselves, there are some things that can hold us back, or lead us away from our path if we aren't mindful. Here are some changes to make, if you haven't already!

Apr 18, 2024
Apr 18, 2024
10 min
If you identify with feeling stuck, this will help you brainstorm strategies to pursue to build momentum, accelerate growth, and become an improved, healthier version of yourself. Taking those initial steps will help ignite your passions and yield results!


