AFTER DARK with J & The Real

"If you want to find the secrets of the Universe, think in terms energy, frequency and vibration." - Nikola Tesla "Sound will be the medicine of the future." - Edgar Cayce Seemingly a new age trend, sound healing has been a sacred ancient practice used to promote healing and realignment since the beginning of time. Join us for a conversational exploration about the benefits of a sound bath, how it effects your brain wave frequencies and promotes overall healing and recovery. Vinny is a sound practitioner and yogi from the Hudson Valley, NY region. He is a student of all religions, where his spirituality and awareness are the foundation for his practice. Stay in touch to attend a workshop, book a gathering or private session here: IG @reverb_yoga Website: reverbyogi.com

Ashley Miller, LMT from Moon & Wind joins me to talk about her own personal journey of pain and injury and how it led her to her healing practice. We discuss the elements of massage and other healing modalities that create a holistic healing physical experience which translates to mind, body and soul.

An intimate look at a personal healing experience with J. Sometimes we need to share...and from that we take bits and pieces of insight. When we do this a certain healing takes place... "So, you can't rush your healing Darkness has it's teachings Love is never leaving You can't rush your healing Your healing Mama, well, she told me time is such a wonderful gift You're not running out You're really running in Confusion clouds the heart but it also points the way Quiet down the mind The more the song will play." ~Trevor Hall

Right here in the Hudson Valley NY region, Jamee seeks to empower and help other entrepreneurs show up authentically in the market. She is a spiritual soul who had recently redefined and rebranded her business through her very healing journey. "Everyone is worthy and deserving of success, abundance, gratitude and happiness." Jamee is leveling up by realigning and living in an more purposeful way! She is here to share her story and mission with you all.

You can play this episode over and over to help you finish your week off strong! In a week full of hustle, we all need a moment to reboot our systems. Listen to this intentional Triple Factor exercise and feel recharged for the next moment you find yourself in!

We have the choice to start fresh everyday not just on New Years. With every moment we experience, we have free will and choices to make. Why not make healthy ones? Why not take pause to allow the natural flow of the Universe to find you? Why not change what our busy-ness looks like? I want to be BUSY planting seeds, making love, cooking healthy foods and designing a life I love! How about you? What's your 2022?

Part 3 of the mini-series: Tune in tonight for a Love Letter that seems to span over 2 decades and still these words have never been sent to it's recipient. Maybe the air waves will carry it to the right destination. Love always finds love.

Listen to Part 2 of Letters from the Heart, the "Things Unsaid," to hear some moving words that some of my listeners sent in. Tonight I share 3 letters about soulmate love, what things would be like and unspeakable loss.  There is so much that connects us all, and I hope that within this mini-series, you find some insight, peace, love and any and all things you may need to nurture and nourish your soul space. Thank you again for trusting me with your vulnerability.  Stay tuned each week to listen to more Letters from the Heart on this very special mini-series.

Have you ever wanted to send a letter, or make a phone call to convey your deepest feelings? Have you ever decided to keep them tucked away instead of releasing them? Things shouldn't go left unsaid, as they take up space in our energy field. The only way to move forward is to move through it...release it and allow new energy in. Listen to Part 1 of Letters from the heart, the "Things Unsaid," to hear some moving words that some of my listeners sent in. There is so much that connects us all, and I hope that within this mini-series, you find some insight, peace, love and any and all things you may need to nurture and nourish your soul space. Thank you again for trusting me with your vulnerability. Stay tuned each week to listen to more Letters from the Heart.

Tonight I have a very special guest who's going to share his journey and the journey of the Sacred Man. Wayne Barkus is a Facilitator for a global brotherhood community called Sacred Sons. As a mens embodiment coach he holds space within his community for men to gather with the conscious intention of developing their true masculine Self. We discuss what is it to truly embody healthy masculinity and the type of healing and medicine needed within the masculine self.  There are times within our journey that we are not in right alignment, and it's important that we maintain responsibility to Self to stay in alignment with the highest form of who we are. Society has defined what masculinity looks like, and it is NOT at all what it is. Join us on this conversational journey as we explore what it is for a man to be vulnerable, strong, courageous and authentic. Wayne Barkus on IG: @asacredking https://www.sacredsons.com

Timothy Daulter the author of "Practicing Happy," which is a practical guide to finding joy and meaning in your life is here with me this evening to discuss life and the pursuit of happiness. Manifestation can only take us so far. Only as far as our will/freedom of choice in conjunction with the need to surrender and allow the universe to conspire and bring forth the things that are supposed to be ultimate opportunities for expansion in our evolution. Tim shares his journey during this sacred conversation, as well as what "Practicing Happy," truly is, and how to find those moments daily. He invites his readers and clients to inquire with Self. Tune in and learn how to navigate life with this sacred practice.

Inspiration can sometimes feel so hard to find. There are moments of stagnancy and lack of vision. And those moments too serve a purpose... Inspiration as Intention is about living consciously, open to the way that the Universe is consistently unfolding and conspiring. Open your heart and lens to viewing everything as an inspiration. The world is filled with all sorts of colors and energies that are here to help you to connect to the innate wisdom within. Nature is our greatest teacher. Showing us how to expand and stretch. Join me and tune in to discover how Inspiration can be found with daily intention.

There are so many reasons why a marriage comes to an end. Although it is the end of something, it is also the beginning of something else. A new journey, regardless of the circumstances can be very difficult to start! Guilt, shame, fear and anxiety…kicks up wounds and triggers…lots of questioning… Tonight I have with me two amazing women, Nicole Epps & Kim Piccirilli. Join us as we explore how this devastation can be transformed into a profoundly enlightening experience.

One of the biggest lessons for me has been taking a look at Expectations and it's connection to Disappointment. Join me as I explore the two, and how to better manage our emotions and attachments.

This is a very up close and personal dialogue between 2 sisters, raised very differently by the same father. The family dynamic is complex to say the least. We felt it was important to air it out, tell our stories, share perspective and connect.

Valkyrie is a specialty coffee Roastery that has been making a huge impact in the Hudson Valley as they were tirelessly to develop the best coffee source from the best places just for you to drink. And tonight I will be speaking with Dakota all about his journey! From learning how coffee becomes drinkable, it's ethical sourcing and the roasting process, to their specialty menu and local business partnerships, Dakota really speaks to his customers and shows how passionate he is about his roastery! If you haven't visited, you MUST and I promise you will be given the royal treatment and the best coffee!  Find out more here: https://valkyriecoffeeroasters.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/valkyriecoffeeroasters/

Join us for a juicy topic with: Sheila Pearl, "The Love Doctor" who is passionately engaged in her career as a relationship coach in spiritual teacher. She empowers men and women who are motivated to develop and expand their loving relationships.  We will dive into the Shadow in Love based on Carl Jung, the lack of intimacy, successful couples and how "loving is living" and so much more! LEARN: How to integrate the shadow into your loving an intimate relationships so that the intimacy is reborn and the vulnerability speaks instead.

In today's society there is too much focus on filters, wearing masks and embodying perfection! All too often we bypass the things that cause discomfort. All too often we find ourselves unsure of what to say, or how to have the difficult conversations. Join me as I rant about the beautiful messiness of life and how sugar-coating is ultimately damaging to the heart.

In this episode we talk about some really yummy topics ranging from finding sovereignty to healing codependency as well as masculine and feminine polarities just to name a few.  Nicolette is a sacred feminine embodiment coach and she acts as a guide in helping women to cultivate more pleasure in their lives through these sacred practices. Join us on this juicy conversational exploration.

Jenni Love, The Rogue Witch ~ Mage, Sorceress, Empath, Psychic, Herald, Soothsayer, Card Slinger, Herbalist, Strega, Reiki Master, Sound Therapist and Shadow Mystic.  During this episode, we discuss the Elementals of Magic and Energy as well as Sacred Practices and Jenni's areas of expertise: Past Life readings, Pendulum work and her signature Souls Journey & Design reading.

From self identification to war paint, to pain and beauty, Elizabeth Molina, Your Beauty Guru, shares her journey through the world of modeling, beauty, and self care practices. A certified holistic health and life coach as well as a TedX speaker, Elizabeth is also the founder the Molina glow. This incredible woman is a model on a mission to empower women by sharing her extensive knowledge of beauty practices while being an advocate for safe and healthy self care.

The Medicine Wheel is a journey to the Center. It represents the cycle of life, the rhythms of nature and all the aspects of your being. Each direction, element, animal and plant medicine holds a sacred message of wisdom for those who walk the Path. When one works with the Medicine Wheel on their journey, both literally and figuratively, there is a deep exploration of Self.  Join me as I walk through some of the elements that can be used to tap into your own innate ability to heal. As you dance and weave, there is so much to be discovered.  Learn a little bit with me, and should this resonate... Find me. I'll walk along side you...

When we deny the feelings that make us uncomfortable, we deny the gifts that they hold for us. When we can't move the energy that is stagnant we love our life force. When we refuse to dance with our Shadow, we can never learn to dance with our Light.  This is an intimate share...A glimpse of a moment that changed me. A moment of release and clarity. The dance doesn't have to take on this form, but in this one moment it did for me. It was my moment. THE moment that set off a series of beautiful awakenings through the dance of life and working on inner trauma. Sometimes those moments are graceful and delicate, and others are sweaty and messy.

My thoughts on our Sacred Moon cycle, how are daughters are impacted and truly evaluating our belief systems. Too often our menstrual cycles are looked at as taboo, dirty and something to be ashamed of. Many women have spent their whole lives disconnected to the innate wisdom within, and many of our daughters are taught the same type of disconnection.  Let's reclaim and redefine what our moon cycle represents, how sacred it actually is and all the beauty that comes with it. Let's realign with our natural rite as empowered feminine beings. There is so much wisdom that comes from the Rite of Passage into womanhood and these thoughts of mine are just the tip of the iceberg!

Christine Laplante is a licensed mental health counselor specializing in sexual and relational health from a trauma informed, not focused, approach. She is also the author of the book: Sacred, Not Secret: An Integrated Approach to Sexual Health which reached top 10 on Amazon for books in Sacred Sexuality. Christine brings a collaboration of world view, lived experience and academic studies to her work.  Join us for this very important topic as we delve into the 2 systems of human development and sexual trauma.  You can purchase her book at the below link. (https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Not-Secret-Integrated-Evolution/dp/0692168044)

You will always hear her say, "I manifested that, I promise."  Join me in this awesome conversation with another Manifestation Sister of mine, Jackie Minsky. She is a publicist for Mindful Media and host of the Stupid Wise Girl Podcast. During this episode, Jackie shares with us a little bit about her journey, experiences and ultimately all the things she called into her life.  She is a manifesting powerhouse.  Tune in for some great conversation and tips on how you can tap into your intuitive creative.

Have you ever felt something deeply stirring inside? Something that wants to come out, or needs to shift? A feeling within your energy body that tells you that you are out of alignment? A deeper knowing and space within yourself that needs to be discovered? Well if you have, then this sacred conversation is for you. When we truly listen and allow ourselves to explore what our soul is really wanting to experience, we can let go of all that no longer serve us and operate from a place that is much more in tune with our innate divine frequencies.  Master Teacher & Healer Ama'zjhi speak about our light bodies, karmic energy, sound codes Violet Alchemy & Shakti Energy. Join this conversation if you want to explore your inner landscape.

In search of Her... Within every woman there are 3 main archetypes or aspects that reside within her. These 3 aspects are of "Woman" in her totality, wholeness and her fullness.  The Maiden, The Mother and The Crone. There are times when we tap into one aspect of ourselves, and other times when we tap into and embody all 3 which is a very powerful combination, because by embodying all 3 at once allows for us to be empowered and authentically ourselves. AND then there is the QUEEN! This phase is a powerful one! Join me for a 101 on The Phases of the Goddess and find out who SHE is while in search of HER.

You need to force yourself to be random! It is truly and ART. Life is filled with all the magic things. Just open you eyes! There is such a beauty in the unknown. Such a beauty in the wild randomness of life. We spend so much time attached to predictability and guarantees when one small random shift can change everything! If you think you can control it all, I have news for you! You can't! Take a moment and join me as I share a simple and sweet moment in my life that gave me great perspective. 

“Your prosperity consciousness is not dependent on money; rather your flow of money is dependent upon your prosperity consciousness.” ~ Louise Hay Join us for this awesome conversation with the UNRIVALED REALIZER. Susan Glusica, is known for humanizing the fastest path to inviting in and receiving more money because she stands for UNAPOLOGETIC PROSPERITY. We will discuss the 7 energetic levels of money consciousness, ego earning to exponential receiving, and more. She will also guide us on one of her expansion exercises! She also just launched her book: “The 7 Money Realities” Money Energy Mastery. Join us and Elevate your financial frequency!

“I want eroticism mixed with love. And deep love one does not experience often.” -Anais Nin  Do you want to awaken your sexual energy? Do you desire conscious partnership?  Through sacred embodiment practices, you can find your path towards a healing, deeper and more intimate love. The Pathway to Pleasure!  Listen tonight and join myself and Claudia Marie for a sacred conversation about the feminine essence, polarity in relationships and erotic alchemy.

Every child has the right to a safe and secure childhood filled with happiness! Human trafficking is a real problem. A pandemic that is happening all around us with over 1.2 million children exploited by the global commercial criminal sex trade every year. The mission of the World Childhood Foundation is: "To defend the rights of the child and to promote better living conditions for vulnerable and exploited children at risk all over the world. We fight to give children the opportunity to develop into strong, secure and responsible human beings." Join us on After Dark for a very important conversation with Nicole Epps. She is truly an industry champion for the protection of children and is working as the World Childhood Foundations Executive Director of Programs and Policies in NYC. Listen to the ways you can get involved to help fight this terrible pandemic. Help end human trafficking, abuse and exploitation. Intervention & Education are the keys to Prevention! https://www.childhood-usa.org/

Every crystal carries a vibration and frequency! They are often used in the Alternative Healing arts as a modality that promotes healing on many levels. Have you ever wondered about the metaphysical healing properties of crystals? Perhaps you brought one home and have no idea why you feel so connected to it! Listen and learn the basics: Crystals 101. I will go over some science, ancient lore, how to clean and care for them and specific kinds a beginner crystal enthusiast should buy. I will also be answering some questions that my listeners sent in this week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our minds are the most powerful tool. There is so much more of an "Intuitive Influence" that we can have over our lives through our choices, if we can simply choose to be present and tap into our innate state of awareness. There is an Artist that lives inside of us all! In this conversation I talk about: Showing up for yourself, having clear intentions, the power of words, how our minds have been programmed and so much more.  Are there things you want to accomplish or dream of doing? Places you dream of visiting? Anything...No limitations! Tune in to learn ways in which which you can manifest what you desire, by becoming your own Manifestation Architect.

The core issue at the center of any woman's Sacred empowerment is  the Mother Wound. This wound is a pain that has been passed down from generations of women that carry feelings of low self-worth pain trauma guilt and shame.  The only way to break this cycle, It's to talk about it. Tonight's episode is about breaking the cycle of the mother wound and I will be exploring this journey with two very special woman who will be sharing their very personal experiences as Mother and Daughter on their path to healing. We also touch on Dharmic Wisdom and the 4 Functions of Mothering. In addition we discuss the importance of Consciously Mothering oneself as well as the support needed from Circles of Women. Join us as we go back to the Sacred Roundtable to explore this journey.

You are your greatest emotional strength when you make the CHOICE to be vulnerable! So what does being vulnerable mean to you? How can we ALLOW ourselves to be Consciously Vulnerable? What does it FEEL like to be aligned in such a way that allows for the fullest human experience? Conscious vulnerability is a vulnerability you choose to lean into. When you become unburdened and surrender for a deeper connection with your Self and the people in your life.  If you want to truly heal your emotional wounds, then you must first be conscious and embrace what it means to be truly split wide open. To be seen, heard felt in your rawest form. Join me on this sacred exploration...

You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have! And I know that for any woman, and any person, going through the experience of Breast Cancer, has to dig deep to find a strength that they didn't even know existed, and that amount of strength that must be summoned is unfathomable. Jennifer Karp Rosenberg has chosen to share with us her very personal journey through Breast Cancer so that others going through a similar experience can find hope, healing and comfort through her story. There is so much she wishes she had known to better prepare for what was about to happen in her life and how everything was about to change. Grieving the loss of Self, fear of leaving your loved ones behind and guilt, are only something that movies and music can touch the surface of... Join us for this very vulnerable and sacred conversation. 

It's the time to reflect. To take Pause. To find the silence and stillness in all of the motion. This year comes to a close, and we end it with our last full moon. She stirs up great emotions and brings to the surface some very important lessons. Here's a quick message for your Soul Space from Yours Truly. Full Moon Blessings & A Bright New Year, J

Tonight's episode brings us back to the Sacred Round Table. 5 of us will lend our voices and experiences about motherhood and the things that go unsaid, but shouldn't. This table of Mothers are representing many facets some of which include special-needs, mental health, young mothers, mothering teens and working mothers. Over the course of our sacred conversation we are going to dive into many topics as they relate to the unique journey of motherhood. Now more than ever there is a need for major understanding of the importance of community, and to know the difference between Mothering and Motherhood. The experience of Motherhood “experience” is overlooked and almost ignored by society. Therein lies the great dichotomy of Love & Fear, coupled with Anxiety & All Things Magic. Listen Now...

Tonight, we are going to talk about Caralyn's deep journey and how she helps to guide Grieving Mothers impacted by child loss of any type to Reclaim Their Mother's Intuition. She is a Mystic Medium that helps to strengthen the mother's vibration through their own intuitive awakening. We delve into how Mothers can connect with their child's soul vibration and start a new journey and life with their Spirit Child. Caralyn discusses her "Sefirah" readings which help to make the reconnection, combined with traditional therapeutic techniques. Her website is: MysticMediumMom.com & her private face book group for Grieving Mother's is: Reclaiming Mothers Intuition - A Sacred space for moms who have experienced child loss at any stage who want to grow in their understanding of what that experience has left within them.

Tonight, I'm gonna talk to you a little bit about Routine versus Ritual and why it's so important to understand the difference between the 2. Your daily routine does not have to become monotonous, or boring. When you shift your perspective and create a Ritual out of your Routine, everything changes! Here are some helpful ways to create a Daily Sacred Practice and turn your Routine into Ritual. The smallest shifts can have the greatest impact!

Welcome to the Sacred Roundtable Episode of After Dark. We will take a conversational journey through the concept of Shadow Work and the Shadow Self- and how individuals can use this as a tool to explore the depths and inner workings of the repressed aspects of oneself. And by doing so, ultimately being able to live in their most truest and authentic form. During this conversation we are going to explore the theory behind shadow work, why it's important for growth, how to integrate that into your life as well as share some of our personal experiences.

Bridging together the best values of both the Eastern and Western worlds and doing it with a spiritual and holistically health-related flare, is what Anand Sukhadia does! He is the Founder & Director at Om.Life Wellness Modern Recovery Spa located in Jersey City, which is an eco-modern wellness sanctuary that marries Ancient Healing Knowledge with New Technology. At Om.Life people can heal and recover. It's an amazing place that contributes to the health of our communities, and our planet. During this Sacred Conversation, we get to know about this amazing individual, his journey, and how and why Om.Life was created. We also discuss what it means to live a truly Limitless life.

Each individual that comes to this Sacred Roundtable shares their thoughts, feelings and experiences. I felt it would be only proper and fitting that I take a moment to introduce myself as your host on AFTER DARK with J & The Real. We come from all walks of life and have our own individual voice. In this short segment, I take a few moments to share with you a little bit about who I am and the lens through which I see the world. My voice, along with many others will embark on conversational exploration of Life and ALL THE THINGS that go with. Join us with an open heart and open mind. Thank You for Listening. J

Join us for another mind opening conversation on “Living life in your Magnificence, and Why it's important to assume your Power!” All too often we sit comfortably in our limiting beliefs. Sometimes we are programmed to allow our lives to take the course of silent desperation. It's important to understand the purpose of that power and how to tap into it. We are all free to discover and live our lives in a powerful and intentional way. If something hinders your growth, then it is worth looking at so that you can "Assume Your Power," and reach your highest potential.

Join me in this Sacred Conversation about "Being hOMe, Inside, Out" with Cephora Grundman, former Founder & Owner of the Crystal Connection in Upstate, NY and Spatial Harmonization Feng Shui Expert. She discusses how feeling at home impacts everything and the impact they have on our vitality and happiness. She believes they are greatly underestimated. Do your living spaces support you and the life you have created or are creating? We talk about what it feels like to be home in your heart, body, soul and living spaces.