The Container

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A newsletter series by Soul Surgeon MD.

The Container is now published on Substack. We will continue to provide a safe space to responsibly learn and connect about all things life, love, and purpose here. Subscribe below for shorter reflections and new formats from former trauma surgeon turned trauma healer, John Moos, M.D.

Can Mysticism Heal the God-Shaped Hole In Our Hearts?
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Can Mysticism Heal the God-Shaped Hole In Our Hearts?

A reflection on mysticism, stillness, and why healing often follows reconnection rather than effort. Across science, scripture, and lived experience, this Field Notes explores what modern life has left behind—and what stillness helps us remember.

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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays
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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays

Healing isn't always comfortable; often, it begins with disruption. This season, move beyond the pursuit of ease and embrace the "Soul Surgeon" approach—where light reveals what needs repair so that genuine peace can finally take root.

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