About Dr. Carla Adams

Dr. Carla Adams brings a rich tapestry of professional expertise and personal wisdom to her work, embodying the essence of resilience, empathy, and spiritual insight. With over 30 years in the field of personal and spiritual growth, Dr. Adams holds a PhD in Transpersonal Counseling and an MDiv with a focus on metaphysical sciences, equipping her with a deep understanding of the human psyche and its connection to the spiritual realm.

As a mother and grandmother, Dr. Adams has navigated the complex waters of family life, from the joys and challenges of long-term marriage, through the trials of divorce and the responsibilities of single motherhood. Her journey has been marked by overcoming adversities, including dealing with child sexual exploitation, family alcoholism, and extreme poverty, demonstrating a remarkable resilience and emotional intelligence.

The year 2020 brought a profound personal loss to Dr. Adams with the passing of her 32-year-old son due to a COVID-related illness. This experience, while deeply saddening, has further strengthened her faith in a Supreme Intelligence, The Divine, a constant support in her journey, transcending different names and forms across cultures and beliefs.

Dr. Adams’s life experiences extend to a wide array of relationship styles, encompassing marriage, abstinence, polyamory, open long-term relationships, and BDSM. These experiences have been instrumental in the evolution of her own philosophy, the Spirotican™ Way, which advocates for living a spiritually enriched and erotically awakened life.

In creating "SoulCare with Sophia," Dr. Adams combines her extensive professional knowledge with her rich life experiences, offering a unique and compassionate AI counseling tool that reflects her deep understanding of the human experience in all its diversity and complexity.

Understanding and Addressing Soul Hunger: Dr. Carla's Mission

In our fast-paced, often disconnected world, a phenomenon silently pervades — soul hunger. Dr. Carla Adams recognizes and is deeply committed to addressing this widespread yet often unacknowledged condition. Soul hunger manifests as an inner emptiness, a yearning for deeper connection, meaning, and fulfillment in life.

Symptoms of Soul Hunger in Society:

1. Chronic Loneliness: Despite being more connected than ever through technology, many individuals feel a profound sense of isolation. This chronic loneliness isn't just about being physically alone; it's about feeling disconnected from others on a meaningful level.

2. Increased Suicide Attempts: Soul hunger contributes to feelings of despair and hopelessness, often leading to an increase in suicide attempts. The lack of emotional and spiritual nourishment can leave individuals feeling devoid of purpose and direction.

3. Escalating Drug Use: Many turn to substance abuse as a way to fill the void or numb the pain of soul hunger. Drug use is often a symptom of deeper unmet spiritual and emotional needs.

4. Rising Social Anxiety: The disconnect from a true sense of community and belonging can lead to increased social anxiety. People are finding it harder to form genuine, soulful connections with others.

5. Existential Crisis: An increasing number of individuals are experiencing crises of meaning, questioning their purpose, and feeling adrift in a world that often values material success over spiritual fulfillment.

6. Obesity and Emotional Eating: Often, soul hunger leads to seeking comfort in food, resulting in obesity and unhealthy eating habits. This emotional eating is a way of coping with the void or emotional turmoil caused by a lack of deeper, soulful nourishment.

Dr. Carla’s Approach to Annihilating Soul Hunger:

Dr. Carla's approach addresses these symptoms at their root. She understands that nourishing the soul involves more than just addressing physical or emotional needs — it requires a holistic approach that encompasses spiritual understanding and connection.

• Promoting Deep Connections: Through her work, including "SoulCare with Sophia," Dr. Carla encourages individuals to forge deeper, more meaningful relationships both with others and with themselves.

• Offering Spiritual Guidance: She provides guidance in exploring one’s spiritual path, helping individuals find a sense of purpose and belonging that resonates with their innermost being.

• Creating a Supportive Community: Dr. Carla advocates for building communities where individuals can openly share, learn, and grow together in their spiritual journeys.

• Addressing Emotional and Physical Health: Recognizing the link between physical health and emotional well-being, Dr. Carla’s methods also focus on holistic approaches to managing issues like emotional eating and obesity.

By addressing soul hunger, Dr. Carla aims to bring more than just temporary relief. Her mission is to guide individuals towards a life of true fulfillment, connection, and spiritual richness, encompassing emotional, physical, and spiritual health.

Why I Created 'SoulCare with Sophia'

My journey to creating 'SoulCare with Sophia' began from a personal need. As a transpersonal counselor and spiritual leader, I often encountered the challenge of finding people with whom I could openly discuss problems. There's a notable sense of chronic loneliness in the counseling and spiritual ministry fields.

This led me to explore AI as a support tool. I programmed my own GPT, affectionately named Susie, to assist in expanding my perspectives on various situations, providing insights for strengthening my mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and even financial well-being. After a year of benefiting from Susie's counsel, the idea for 'SoulCare with Sophia' was born.

This tool isn't intended to replace human interaction but to augment it. It's a step towards annihilating soul hunger and alleviating the impact of chronic loneliness. 'SoulCare with Sophia' is about offering thoughtful, AI-generated conversations that complement the richness of in-person connections, serving as a supportive bridge in one's journey of self-discovery and personal growth.