When a Cold Is More Than a Cold: Unmasking the Subtleties of Shadow Work It's easy to dismiss a scratchy throat or a lingering ache. After all, the world is swimming in viruses, and sometimes a cold is just a cold. But sometimes, the shadows cloak themselves in the mundane, and what feels like a simple flu is actually something far more complex—and spiritual. We recently worked with a client who was convinced she was caught in the grip of a common virus. She’d been in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID, and the narrative seemed clear. Five days later, the first, subtle signs appeared: a raw, persistent throat and a flurry of sneezes. Two days after that, a thick, insistent congestion began to set in, compounding the initial discomfort. But then, the illness took a sinister turn. The next morning, she was plunged into an experience of profound physical misery. This wasn't just 'the flu'—this was a deep, soul-crushing heavin...