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Do you even know WHY you hold onto the belongings that you do? Former therapist Michael Spencer explains how Home Energy Purification can assist soulful people in releasing attachments to accumulated belongings and experiencing greater freedom in ALL areas of life. In this podversation: Michael's journey from accounting to counseling to home energy purification "Home energy purification is NOT minimalism unless you want it to be." Is there energy stored in objects? "If it's still in your basement somewhere, you're still saying yes to it." What leads us to hold onto/ hoard/ collect these items we may not even want anymore? The correlation and overlap between shadow work and home energy purification How families hand down "rules" about what's even safe to let go of A beautiful idea for your used wedding dress More on Michael's intuitive process and "first answer = best answer" How to respect those we live with as we seek to move through the release process The way our emotional baggage is reflected in our phys

Women in leadership are at their best when we quit trying to lead like men (because that is how we have been taught to lead) and start to lead how women have been leading successfully for generations.  In this podversation: We tend to treat leadership as if its a one size fits all approach and that may not work for women How cancer for Ros provided a wake up call and new perspective on leadership Are there incongruencies between the way we treat men and women in leadership? The struggle when a woman ties her self worth to her competence Ros' exploration of tribal societies and the way women lead and connect there Can we be both liked and successful? Ros breaks down the neuroscience behind the differences between the way men and women lead The world of business is constructed by alpha males for alpha males 3 types of motivation: the need for achievement, affiliation, or power Ros' leadership archetypes for women A queen doesn't worry if others don't recognize her sovereignty The power in owning your individua

She's an incredibly decorated Navy officer and she's on a mission to bring solution focused and super practical empowerment not only to the sailors and submariners attached to Command Submarine Squadron 11 out in San Diego, CA but to the rest of us as well.  LCDR Jamie Sorenson is the author of “Why You Tried to Kill Yourself” which is soon to be a series of fictional books decreasing stigma surrounding psychological and emotional distress as well as the intersection between spirituality and sexuality.  In this podversation: Why Jamie chose the Navy and then the field of psychiatric nursing Is there stigma around mental health in the military? How Jamie uses education to normalize common issues her service members face Exploring the 87% reduction in unplanned losses Jamie has helped bring about in her squadron Key issues military members face "Pain is what helps us grow." What should mental health workers know about working with military members? The Give An Hour program and other resources Why Jamie chose t

How former psychotherapist turned coach, Megan Hale, lost her religion but reclaimed her faith after the death of a close friend at 23 and the realization that, "It was never about being worthy for God; it was about being worthy for the translation in which God was being delivered to me." Time for an Enoughness Revolution! In this podversation: Megan's journey to becoming a psychotherapist then coach and why she feels her work is more powerful now on the other side Why Megan left organized religion "It was never about being worthy for God; it was about being worthy for the translation in which God was being delivered to me." How a friend's death at 23 evoked an existential quest What "Wild & Holy" means for her The books that helped light the path for Megan through her spiritual crisis: "The Art of Power" by Thich Nhat Hanh, "The Alchemist" by Paolo Coelho, "The Celestine Prohecy" by James Redfield and "Love Warrior" by Glennon Doyle Melton "Love each other enough to hold space for differences" Why anger

Want better sex? Licensed sex therapist and couples’ counselor, Jessa Zimmerman, shares the 5 biggest pitfalls to great sex based on research and ways couples can change them. In this podversation: #1 - Issues with Sexual Desire and the multiple ways this shows up "The partner with the lower drive controls the spigot" Start with the assumption that "The person who wants sex less has really good reasons for it" and they need to be explored. The difference between proactive and reactive responses to desire We need to expand our definition of sex ..."Let's just go to the playground and decide what we want to do when we get there" The Mojo Interactive Sex Questionnaire for Couples #2 - Neglect The need for couples to have frequent and consistent rituals #3 - Distraction How mindfulness and tantric practices can aid present focus and sex "Settle your stuff at the door and pick it up later" #4 - Avoidance "Play YOUR cards first" i.e., reveal how you're thinking and feeling and own your part first #5 - Negativity v

Everything in the universe has a mathematical signature to it; a unique algorithm for ideal optimization of health, wellness, or efficiency. What if you could literally send the formula for what you need right to the place where you need it with no negative side effects? Enter Dr. Kathy Forti and Trinfinity8. In this podversation: Article on Schumann Resonance Dr. Forti's trip beneath the Egyptian pyramids Kathy's book "Fractals of God: A Psychologist's Near-Death Experience and Journeys into the Mystical" Her beginning in journalism and how experiences at the Ronald McDonald House changed her life path How a young girl from São Paulo provided a spiritual wake up call The near death experience that brought about Dr. Kathy Forti's new spiritual abilities and the start of the Trinfinity8 healing system Everything in the Universe has a mathematical signature to it; a unique algorithm Kathy's first out-of-body experience "Life is too important to take so seriously" The Founders - beings of light who channeled co

Marian Bacol-Uba describes the underbelly of race and trauma as an Asian American woman in business, including what it's like to have an intense and life changing spiritual awakening after a near-death experience. In this podversation: Why we don't often see Asian Americans in media, especially women Marian's experience with "family guilt" in Asian culture growing up Why Marian came forward about her intense childhood sexual abuse and the destructive aftermath Her spiritual awakening after a near-death experience at age 28 The journey to the opposite side of the country and also inward for Marian 3 different states of consciousness when it comes to trauma The power of conscious healing and living How working with her inner child played a strong role in Marian's healing path Marian's experiences with past lives and the possibility certain lessons get re-lived The sacredness of Self   Meet Marian Bacol-Uba: Marian Bacol-Uba is Holistic Health & Wellness Expert, Transformational Coach for Trauma Survivors

Krysti Turznik stops by to explain the science and spirituality behind WHY mindset is EVERYTHING when it comes to understanding our world and our role in it. She also covers the metaphysics of "Self" and the need to step into our true power and potential! In this podversation: How the birth of her daughter prompted an existential quest The beliefs that you have right now will impact generations Why you can't just go through the motions with mindset work Ask yourself "why?" at least 3 times Your subconscious mind doesn't understand/ think in "negatives" Why your subconscious mind is the TRUE master gatekeeper in your life “...The world without, your external world, will always echo your world within, your inner state of being. It is your own personal hologram.” How to get started changing your mindset Using your feelings to build faith How Krysti healed a heart condition through mindset work The metaphysics of self and the need to step into our true power and potential "New level, new devil" Meet Krysti: Kr

"Your brain is like a 2 year old running around with knives; you don't want to leave it unsupervised." - Suzy Rosentein Are you a woman approaching or already in midlife and you find yourself just skimming through life? When was the last time you allowed yourself to dream about the possibilities? Master Life Coach Suzy Rosentein shares how there's no time to waste if you want to regret proof your life! In this podversation: How a layoff and moving through a midlife funk literally transformed Suzy's life Recognizing a 'midlife funk' and how it differs from a 'midlife crisis' The need to take time out to dream again #mangomoment - Suzy's wakeup call with her son The three main categories of regret proofing your life - your career/ contributions, your relationships with others, and your relationship with yourself Check your panty drawer girlfriend! Harnessing the power of conscious subjective thought "Your brain is like a 2 year old running around with knives; you don't want to leave it unsupervised." Identify

Author Jenn Taylor is mom to a tribe of 18 and knows first hand how hard it can be to overcome extreme dysfunction, violence, abuse, and neglect. She shares how to "triumph with love;" destigmatizing loving others through mental and emotional difficulties. In this podversation: Jenn explains her Tribe of 18+ and why they're not politically correct as a blended family There may be a lot of wrong ways to parent but no one right way The ups and downs of being a foster parent Living with a no escape plan mentality Jenn's experiences with being surrounded by mental and emotional struggles The power of parenting with discussion rather than command Helping loved ones make their own empowered choices about treatment Shining a light on the stigma of parenting or loving someone with mental or emotional struggles Why it's unloving to allow loved ones to stay a victim to their depression or anxiety Know your limits - what we can and cannot do for others Triumph with love - and why Wonder Woman had to be female Jenn's bo

After working in finance for 8 years, Sarah Williams quit her city job and spent 18 months traveling the world, climbing Kilimanjaro, backpacking around South America and more. Now she's helping inspire women and girls across the globe to both embrace and challenge their inner tough girl! In this podversation: Why Sarah left a lucrative career to travel and find herself What Sarah wishes she would've done before going full tilt A look behind the glossy of Instagram WAG Syndrome If you can't see it, how can you become it? What prompted the birth of Tough Girl Challenges and Podcast Sarah's pull towards knowledge behind the women's movement and advocacy now The power of turning off the white noise and tuning in to your inner dialogue Sarah's big insights from climbing mountains and other extreme challenges Why travel should be a bigger priority for all of us Sarah gets on hot seat to share why she so loves proving other people wrong Words of wisdom for getting started right where you are What's still on Sarah'

By combining her knowledge of criminal justice and her own healing from sex-related trauma, Brittany Whitehawk is bringing fast and lasting change for those ready to go from victim through survivor to "LIVE'R!" In this podversation: It's not always stranger danger nor are perpetrators always male Common long-lasting effects/ confusions for victims of sexual abuse "Literally everyone you know has been affected some way by sexual abuse" The 3 Stages/ Pillars theory of healing from sexual trauma (victim, survivor, liver) You don't have to go back to the trauma to heal from it Shadow work = invitation to your untapped potential There are no negative emotions, only potentially problematic behaviors Taking your sex life back The fear of the fear is worse than whatever's behind it Formula for success - decide, commit, plan and execute Additional Resources Mentioned: Tamara's Iconic Integration Program   Meet Brittany: Brittany combines her clairsentience and penchant for shadow work to mentor and guide survivors

First her father was violently murdered when she was sixteen. Then six year later her mother died. Timely words of wisdom on healing from trauma and violence from Angela True. In this Podversation: Angela's own story with violence and trauma The life cycle of healing from an integrative perspective "Travel heals trauma" A cautionary tale for those wanting to offer comfort Escaping the label of "trauma survivor" The call for common sense legislation How our emotions are trying to get our attention and ask us to DO something "Legacy cannot be overemphasized" Change the label and change the attachment to the trauma ...going beyond "survivor" Is there a problem with the "wounded healer" phenomenon? "Who were you before, who are you now, and who are you going to be?" Meet Angela True Angela True moved into the trauma recovery arena the ‘hard’ way, after her father was violently murdered when she was sixteen. Six year later her mother died leaving her orphaned and with no road map for trauma and grief. After year

Tina Conroy shares why and how crystals can become partners in our transformation with practical advice for beginners, intermediate, and advance practitioners alike. Bonus: insights on Ayurveda doshas, and working with prophetic dreams. In this podversation: A little on Ayurveda and a shared love of practicality when it comes to spirituality Allowing your intuition to better inform your life choices Tina's early experiences with psychic gifts Ways of working with prophetic dreams Exploring the metaphysical theory of crystals How you might start to use crystals in daily living "Crystals = partners in transformation" The importance of giving room for preference and personality when working with crystals Advice for intermediate or advance practitioners of crystal healing Additional Resources: Quiz to find out which Ayurveda "dosha"/ type you are Tina's own podcast episode on crystals and the chakras "The Crystal Bible" by Judy Hall "Love is in the Earth" by Melody Meet Tina Conroy: Since childhood, Tina knew

Talking psychic boundaries with Life & Soul Coach, Sandi Anderson, who just so happens to also be my aunt and fellow purple sheep in the family! She offers insight, practical tools, and rituals to decide where and how to put them in place and enforce them for adults & children alike. Plus a LIVE clearing! In this podversation: Sandi's early years as an empath "You can't just develop the hide of an elephant and still walk around like a human." Why years of talk therapy wasn't enough for true healing for her due to its lack of focus on spiritual realm "The issues with the tissues" - how the body holds on to trauma SHEN Physio-Emotional Release Therapy Everyone has spiritual or psychic gifts Why we all need psychic boundaries "Taking care of you is YOUR responsibility and no one else's." Some ways to explore where you might need a boundary Your "NO" may need to change depending on situation or setting etc. How parents can help children learn to set boundaries "Your personal space should be sacred to you

Suzanne Anderson is a change agent for women change makers. As a psychologist, author, executive coach, speaker and transformational facilitator she has dedicated the past 15 years of her career in leadership development to decoding an embodied, integral and accelerated pathway to awaken consciousness and leadership capacity in women. In her global online programs and retreats she guides women to do the deep work of upgrading their inner operating systems and becoming a match for these complex times. She is the co-author of the award-winning book The Way of the Mysterial Woman: Upgrading How you Live, Love and Lead. In this podversation: Why Suzanne felt pulled to both research and write a book on balancing the divine feminine and masculine energies in a woman's life Culture's profound shift from a hyper-masculine focus back around to one that invites integration with the feminine What is the shadow and how do we work with it? Why the use of archetypes allow us to dive into the unconscious/ subconscious/ sha

What could make a young woman choose to breed roaches for a living? How curiosity and a passion for ensuring each customer enjoys his or her experience allowed Jess Rosen to disrupt a billion dollar industry. In this podversation: How Jess came to breed roaches and other creepy crawlers The analogy and symbolism of "living in the edges" and edge species Jess' advice for anyone considering becoming a breeder How her client-centered focus on "making buying roaches fun" translated into $$ The power and purpose in keeping the core values of the mission paramount as she scaled Jess's grandfather's legacy as a founding father of the Poconos tourism boom Why Jess focuses on attraction marketing Embracing life's challenges and plot twists "Once you make a decision, you have to back up that decision with all of your other decisions." The growth edge/ spiritual lesson Jess is wrestling with Not forgetting to care for the woman within/ "There's a difference between your role and your soul." "Take the time to find out w

Why one woman set out to have intentional conversations with seemingly random acquaintances - "glistening particles" - and how those interactions are now forever changing lives through what some might call the ripple effect. Exploring the power of curiosity, authentic connection, and soul purpose with Jane Ellen. In this podversation: Why Jane chose to start having conversations with random acquaintances Are we all just waiting for someone to grant us an opportunity to share our story? The significance of glistening particles A few of Jane's encounters and why she hopes people will just follow their inclinations The best experiences in life come when we're being 100% authentic Living your life as a prayer or your soul work The Universe doesn't care how you use your gifts but rather that you do! How her podcast is changing the world The power of following your curiosity Six degrees of separation/ the ripple effect/ synchronicity How to keep social media helpful and not harmful; it's all about connection Learn

Relationships are in danger when partners make automatic assumptions. Non-traditional relationship expert, Gina Senarighi, explains why we all need to get clear on key issues like trust, privacy, and appropriate boundaries with those we love. In this podversation: How Gina came to choose the niche she did: non-monogamous relationships The overlap with other common relationship issues Likely topics you have or are currently taking for granted in your romantic interactions because you have them on what Gina calls "default status." "Default monogamy sets couples up for failure." Why not have a yearly check up for your relationship? Gina's 100 questions It doesn't always have to feel like work when we're talking about relationships. The danger in not getting clear on trust, privacy, and appropriate boundaries You shouldn't be your partner's only friend or source of intimacy, even if you're monogamous How relationships may be like ice cream flavors A powerful reframe for jealousy and boundaries that is honoring o

In this podversation: What does off the grid even mean? Why did Heather and her family decide to go off the grid at first? Would she ever consider coming back to the power-connected side of things? Some of the ins and outs of living without power The intersection with mindfulness Practical applications for the rest of us who may still live connected to power "Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise." - Victor Hugo Heather's practice of limiting herself to 6 things she wants to accomplish each day Biggest lessons Heather's learned as a result of this journey "Find the things that honor you." Additional Resources: Essentialism: “The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results” By Gary Keller "Pussy: A Reclamation" by Regena Thomashauer   Meet Heather Welch Heather lives off-the-power grid in rural New Zealand. From this experience she has developed Sunshine & PowerCuts where she shares inspiration drawn from nature and stories of her off-grid experience. Follow he