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The content provided through Dirty Spirituality, including but not limited to podcast episodes, written articles, newsletters, social media posts, and any other materials (collectively, "Content"), is offered for educational, inspirational, and entertainment purposes only.

Not Professional Advice

The Content is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, professional medical advice, mental health counseling, psychotherapy, psychiatric treatment, legal advice, financial advice, or any other form of professional services. Kaelum Gaynes is not a licensed medical professional, psychologist, psychiatrist, therapist, or counselor.

No Therapeutic Relationship

No therapist-client, doctor-patient, or other professional relationship is created by accessing or engaging with the Content. The information shared reflects personal experiences, perspectives, and explorations—not clinical guidance.

Mental Health and Medical Conditions

If you are experiencing mental health challenges, trauma, crisis, suicidal ideation, or any medical or psychological condition, please seek help from a qualified licensed professional immediately. The Content is not a substitute for professional mental health care, medical treatment, diagnosis, or intervention.

In Case of Emergency

If you are in crisis or experiencing a mental health emergency:

• Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) in the United States
• Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room
• Contact a licensed mental health professional immediately

Topics Discussed

The Content may explore sensitive topics including but not limited to: trauma, shadow work, nervous system regulation, mental health, spirituality, relationships, sexuality, grief, and existential inquiry. These discussions are based on personal experience and inquiry—not clinical expertise.

Individual Responsibility

You are solely responsible for how you choose to interpret and apply any information from the Content. Any actions you take based on the Content are at your own risk. Dirty Spirituality and Kaelum Gaynes assume no liability for any consequences arising from your use of the Content.

Credentials and Scope

Kaelum Gaynes is a storyteller, writer, and content creator sharing personal perspectives and experiences. Any references to psychological concepts, nervous system science, or therapeutic frameworks are offered as educational exploration and personal reflection—not as clinical instruction or professional guidance.

Consult Professionals

Before making any decisions related to your mental health, physical health, relationships, finances, or other significant life areas, consult with appropriately licensed and qualified professionals.

No Guarantees

The Content does not promise, guarantee, or warrant any specific outcomes, results, transformations, healing, or benefits. Individual experiences vary, and what works for one person may not work for another.

Affiliate Relationships

From time to time, the Content may include recommendations for products, services, books, or resources. Some of these may be affiliate relationships where Dirty Spirituality receives compensation if you make a purchase. All recommendations reflect genuine belief in the value of the resource, but you should conduct your own research before making any purchases.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dirty Spirituality and Kaelum Gaynes disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Content, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

Updates to This Disclaimer

This Disclaimer may be updated periodically. Your continued use of the Content after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Disclaimer.

Questions

If you have questions about this Disclaimer, please contact touch@kaelumgaynes.com

Last Updated: March 27, 2026

Effective Date: March 27, 2026

Dirty Spirituality ("we," "us," "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, newsletter, podcast, and related services (collectively, "Services").

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide:

• Email address (when you subscribe to our newsletter)
• Name (if provided)
• Any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, comments, or communications

Automatically Collected Information:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referring website
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Deliver newsletter content you've subscribed to
• Respond to your inquiries and communications
• Improve our Services and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Send occasional updates about Dirty Spirituality (you can opt out anytime)
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, our legal basis for collecting and using your information includes:

• Consent: You have given explicit consent (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter)
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., improving Services)
• Legal Obligations: Processing necessary to comply with the law

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Email platform providers (e.g., Substack, Mailchimp), website hosting services, analytics providers who assist in operating our Services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze site traffic and usage
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide Services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. You may request deletion of your information at any time (see Your Rights below).

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Object: Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise these rights, contact us at [your contact email].

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer.

12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [your contact email].

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy with an updated effective date.

14. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at: touch@kaelumgaynes.com

Last Updated: March 27, 2026

Effective Date: March 27, 2026

Welcome to Dirty Spirituality. By accessing or using our website, newsletter, podcast, or any related services (collectively, "Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our Services. By using our Services, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

3. Use of Services

You may use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

• Use the Services for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our Content without permission
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our Services
• Interfere with or disrupt the Services or servers
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Services
• Harass, abuse, or harm others through the Services
• Impersonate any person or entity

4. Intellectual Property

All Content, including but not limited to text, audio, video, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is owned by Dirty Spirituality or Kaelum Gaynes and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not use, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our Content without express written permission, except for:

• Personal, non-commercial use
• Sharing links to our Content
• Brief quotations with proper attribution

5. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content ("User Content"), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such User Content in connection with our Services.

You represent that:

• You own or have rights to the User Content
• The User Content does not violate any laws or third-party rights
• The User Content is not defamatory, obscene, or harmful

We reserve the right to remove any User Content at our discretion.

6. Newsletter Subscription

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive emails from Dirty Spirituality. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these third parties. Your interactions with third parties are solely between you and them.

8. Disclaimers

THE SERVICES AND CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

• The Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• The Content is accurate, complete, or current
• Any defects will be corrected

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DIRTY SPIRITUALITY AND KAELUM GAYNES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS (OR, IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID US ANYTHING, $100).

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dirty Spirituality, Kaelum Gaynes, and our affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of:

• Your use of the Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights

11. Modifications to Services and Terms

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Services at any time without notice.

We may update these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We will indicate the effective date at the top of this page.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Services immediately ceases.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Services shall be resolved in the courts located in [Your Jurisdiction].

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and Dirty Spirituality regarding the Services.

16. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms? Contact us at: touch@kaelumgaynes.com

Last Updated: March 27, 2026

© 2026 Dirty Spirituality. All rights reserved.

All content on this website and in our podcast, including but not limited to text, audio recordings, images, graphics, logos, and video ("Content"), is the property of Kaelum Gaynes / Dirty Spirituality or used with permission.

The Content is protected by United States and international copyright laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of the Content is strictly prohibited.

Permitted Use: You may access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may share links to our Content and may quote brief excerpts with proper attribution.

Prohibited Use: You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display the Content without permission
• Create derivative works from the Content
• Use the Content for commercial purposes
• Remove copyright notices or attributions

For permission requests or questions about use of our Content, contact: touch@kaelumgaynes.com

Effective Date: March 27, 2026

Dirty Spirituality uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and analyze usage.

Types of Cookies We Use:

1. Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
2. Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
3. Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and choices

Third-Party Cookies:

We may use third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, social media platforms) that set their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

Your Choices:

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

More Information:

For more details on how we use your information, please see our Privacy Policy.

Questions? Contact: touch@kaelumgaynes.com

Last Updated: March 27, 2026