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We're looking to the stars to find out what to expect during Cancer season (June 20 - July 22) in Stargazing, an Astrocandy minisode sub-series that highlights the most important transits of each astrological season.June 20: Summer solstice, sun enters ♋︎June 21: Full moon in ♑︎June 29: Saturn RX in ♓︎July 2: Mercury enters ♌︎July 5: New moon in ♋︎July 11: Venus enters ♌︎July 20: Mars enters ♊︎July 21: Full moon in ♑︎RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:Listen to “The Sign Series: Cancer (Jun. 21 - Jul. 22) - with Neiman Marcus Intimate Apparel Buyer Mercedes Iris” HERECreate your free Astrology birth chart HEREFollow The Cosmic Latte on Instagram HEREFollow astrologer Alice Bell on Instagram HEREFollow astrologer Aliza Kelly on Instagram HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREShop Astrocandy HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“Alcohol has always been spiritual, and when you become connected to the spirituality of those beverages and understand their history, what you drink becomes more meaningful and sacred.” Bestselling author, blogger and magical mixologist Julia Halina Hadas joins the show to discuss magical mixology and lunar libations.Julia is a longtime practicing witch, energy worker, and avid craft cocktail fanatic and bartender. Having worked at a distillery and as a craft cocktail bartender in the San Francisco Bay Area, she combined her love of the craft cocktail movement with her spiritual practice.​​In this episode, Julia explains how her dream of becoming a fantasy author led her to creative writing, magic and witchcraft. She describes her experience working at a metaphysical shop, the people she met and the knowledge she learned, as well as her career as a bartender. She talks about using her bartending skills to create potion-like cocktails, which she shares on a blog. Julia explains how she landed a book deal, giving tips to aspiring writers on navigating the publishing industry and becoming an author. Julia discusses her second book, “Moon, Magic, Mixology,” explaining the connection between alcohol, the moon and spirituality before giving us a brief history of lunar libations and mixology. We discuss the importance of research and honoring the origins of our practices and beliefs. Julia talks about the ritualistic act of drink creation, from squeezing and muddling to shaking and stirring, as well as the symbolism of mixology tools and glassware. We discuss the perfect magical cocktail from “Moon, Magic, Mixology” that correlates with the upcoming New Moon in Gemini (June 6), as well as the tens of dozens of cocktail recipes featured in the book that pair well with other moon phases.Connect with Julia:Website: JuliaHalinaHadas.comBlog: WitchCraftCocktails.comInstagram: HEREBooks: "WitchCraft Cocktails," "Moon, Magic, Mixology," and "The Modern Witchcraft Book of Moon Magick"Connect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

We're looking to the stars to find out what to expect during Gemini season (May 20 - June 20) in Stargazing, an Astrocandy minisode sub-series that highlights the most important transits of each astrological season.May 20: Sun enters ♊︎May 23: Full moon in ♐︎, Venus enters ♊︎May 25: Jupiter enters ♊︎June 3: Mercury enters ♊︎June 6: New moon in ♊︎June 8: Mars enters ♉︎June 17: Venus and mercury enter ♋︎RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:- Listen to “The Sign Series: Gemini (May 21 - Jun. 20) - with Radio Personality and Comedian Shelby Sos” HERE- Create your free Astrology birth chart HERE- Follow The Cosmic Latte on Instagram HERE- Follow Alice Bell on Instagram HERE- Follow Aliza Kelly on Instagram HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREShop Astrocandy HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“When most people think of grief they think of coping with a loss like death. But grieving happens when you're dealing with any loss– the loss of a friendship, a job, a chapter in your life, or, in this case, the loss felt after a breakup.” I'm opening up about healing from heartache following a breakup.After my two-year relationship ended in 2022, I was heartbroken. Not only was I grieving the loss of that relationship and the future I'd imagined, but I was also faced with the reality that I was newly single at 30 while most of my friends were married or in long-term relationships. In this episode, I speak vulnerably about how I coped with the five stages of grief, the steps I took to find myself again and the lessons I learned from that relationship– all of which helped me find healing, hope and happiness.RESOURCES & REFERENCES:- Listen to “Surviving Saturn's Return: ‘I Quit My Job and Moved Across the Country.' - with Raven Brinson Part 1 HERE and Part 2 HERE- Listen to “Sober Curious: Binge-Drinking, Bad Decisions, Blacking Out and Re-Evaluating My Relationship with Alcohol” Part 1 HERE and Part 2 HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“Style is not one size fits all, and it's so worth the journey to figure out your body type and your color palette [to find yours.]” Content creator and podcast host Eden Garcia Thaler joins the show to discuss using Kibbe body types and color analysis to hone your style.Eden is a content creator and the host of “Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey” where she explores shadow work, healing, and navigating the spiritual journey as a highly sensitive being. Eden holds a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Human Spirituality & Well-being and studied spiritual tantra at The Shakti School, including the methodologies of meditation and visualization, techniques for regulating the nervous system, emotional processing and manifestation.​​In this episode, Eden shares her own style journey, revealing that she's had an interest in  fashion since she was a young girl thrift shopping with her mom. She explains that you don't need to be a supermodel or fashionista to wear clothes that compliment your body type and skin tone. Eden talks about ways to figure out your intuitive style before introducing the Kibbe Body Types, which are “image identity” types based on the proportions of someone's bone structure, body flesh and facial features. She then details the five families of the Kibbe Body Types on the Yin-Yang spectrum (Romantic, Gamine, Classic, Natural and Dramatic), explaining how those components manifest to form your unique body type and the clothing styles that look best on each one. We talk about the recent popularity of color analysis and Eden reveals why you shouldn't rely on online quizzes for an accurate analysis. Then we hear Eden's opinion on fashion trends, signs you should pass on them and cost-conscious ways to participate in them. Then she reveals the best places to shop sustainably on your style journey.RESOURCES & REFERENCES:Read an overview of the Kibbe Body Types HERE“Inner-Child Healing and Shadow Work with Eden Garcia Thaler” HEREIf Life is a River, Are You in Flow or Are You in a Cove? A Channeled Message with Eden Garcia Thaler HERE“Sometimes You Have to Let Your Life Fall Apart.” The Process of Surrender, Ego Death and Rebirth with Eden Garcia Thaler HEREConnect with Eden:TikTok: HEREInstagram: HEREPodcast: “Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey ” HERESubstack: HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“Using the domination and submission archetypes of BDSM outside of sexuality have been so healing for me. Stepping into my archetype of a dominatrix– it's a woman who can speak her desires. When I'm submissive, I'm learning to surrender.” Karina Gutierrez, owner of mental health and holistic healing company Strategic Soul, joins the show to discuss sexual liberation and healing through BDSM.Karina is an expert in both Western psychology and Eastern healing practices and holds two master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania in professional counseling and counseling mental health services. She's also a certified Kripalu yoga instructor, certified Strategic Intervention life coach and a certified Usui and Holy Fire® Reiki Master.In this episode, Karina talks about working with a Tantric Coach and Pro Dom in order to let go of sexual shame and repression and experience sexual healing and liberation. She discusses how our sexual partners can serve as a reflection of our own sexuality, showing us the parts of ourselves that need to be healed and integrated. We talk about using sexuality to fuel your creativity and honor your eros. Karina discusses sexual repression, where it stems from and how it physically and emotionally manifests. She then explains what BDSM is– and isn't– and the dynamics of domination and submission both in the bedroom and out in the real world. We talk about integrating dom/sub aspects into your life and how to find a healthy balance within yourself. Karina explains how to open and clear the chakras through sacred sexuality and, more specifically, the sacral chakra's energetic tie to our sexual partners. We discuss our experiences with conscious celibacy. Karina talks about ‘kink' and how to start exploring yours.***TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast episode explores aspects of sexual healing and liberation through kink and BDSM and contains references of trauma related to sexual abuse at timestamps 18:24 and 43:35. Please listen with care or fast-forward.***RESOURCES & REFERENCES:“Mental Health, Therapy and Holistic Healing Modalities, Ayahuasca, Sound Baths and Psychic Readings with Strategic Soul's Karina Gutierrez” HERETake the kink test HEREStream Astrocandy's Taurus Season playlist on Spotify HEREConnect with Karina:Website: mystrategicsoul.comInstagram: HEREPodcast: HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“Our energy is our life force. It's the reason we get up every day and do the things we do. So it's really important that we protect our energy. Protect your energy, protect your peace.” Raven shares three reasons your energy is depleted and how to replenish it.In this episode, Raven discusses what to do when you're feeling energetically drained and how to spot– and stop– the source. She uses ‘Reflectors' in Human Design as an example to demonstrate the importance of protecting your energy centers before sharing the three reasons our energy can be depleted. Raven talks about ways we're blocking the flow of energy and how to clear those blocks (AKA limiting beliefs). She explains the difference between energy leaks and drains and how to find and repair them. Raven also shares ways to replenish your energy once it's been depleted and reminds us that we have the power to prevent it from escaping us in the first place. RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:Discover your Human Design type HERE Listen to “Skinny Dip in Your Subconscious” HEREListen to “Train Your Brain, Change Your Reality: Six Steps to Brainwash Yourself in Order to Manifest Your Desired Reality” HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

We're looking to the stars to find out what to expect during Taurus season (Apr. 19 - May 20) in Stargazing, an Astrocandy minisode sub-series that highlights the most important transits of each astrological season.April 19: Sun in ♉︎April 23: Full moon in ♏︎April 25: Mercury direct in ♈︎April 29: Venus enters ♉︎April 30: Mars Enters ♈︎May 2: Pluto Rx in ♒︎May 7: New moon in ♉︎RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:Listen to “The Sign Series: Taurus (Apr. 20 - May 20) - with ShopHQ Sr. Digital Marketing Manager Harry Aslesen” HEREFollow The Cosmic Latte on Instagram HEREFollow Alice Bell on Instagram HEREFollow Aliza Kelly on Instagram HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREShop Astrocandy HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“You have to let your life fall apart sometimes, and it's extremely humbling and brings a lot of humility to the ego. And in that space, things can start to flow.” Content creator and podcast host Eden Garcia Thaler joins the show to discuss the process of surrender, ego death and rebirth.Eden is a content creator and the host of “Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey” where she explores shadow work, healing, and navigating the spiritual journey as a highly sensitive being. Eden holds a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Human Spirituality & Well-being and studied spiritual tantra at The Shakti School, including the methodologies of meditation and visualization, techniques for regulating the nervous system, emotional processing and manifestation.In this episode, Eden discusses the tough decision to close her spiritual coaching business and go back into the workforce. She talks about the creative evolution she's experienced on her personal transformation journey, and she shares what to do if you're met with resistance or feel stuck despite taking aligned action. We talk about “unsubscribing” from the outcome, which requires both dissolution and surrendering to the process. We discuss the difference between ‘giving up' and ‘surrendering,' the metaphorical ‘eclipse' we experience once we surrender and the grief that comes with it. Eden introduces Carl Jung's philosophy of holding the tension of the opposites so that you become comfortable in the in-between, and she explains why you don't need clarity to move forward. We discuss the ego, how it can distort people's perception of you and how to cope when you're experiencing an “ego death.” We talk about the subtle energetic shift that occurs when you start making decisions from your authentic self instead of from your ego. Eden shares the importance of feeling safe and supported in order to thrive creatively and explains why you sometimes have to take a detour in order to reach the destination on the path toward your dreams.RESOURCES & REFERENCES:“Why Quitting Your Job And Buying a Farm Won't Alleviate Your Career Burnout with Coach For High Achievers Chris Castillo” HERE“Inner-Child Healing and Shadow Work with Emotional Alchemist Eden Garcia Thaler” HEREConnect with Eden:TikTok: HEREInstagram: HEREPodcast: “Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey ” HERESubstack: HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astrocandy--4556333/support.

“Eighty percent of our immune system is in our gut. Your gut is the key to your optimal health and your brain health. When you heal your gut, you heal you.” Holistic nutritionist, mindset coach and author Janna Johnson joins the show to discuss how our gut affects our well-being and the best foods to support it.Janna Johnson is a holistic nutritionist, mindset coach and narcissists expert. She overcame the impossible when she healed herself from chronic Lyme disease, hypothyroidism, and major gut issues. She teaches others how to feel their best and live their best life by healing their gut and mind. Her motto is, “Heal your gut and then you heal your brain and overall health. Heal your mind, free your life.” Janna is also a motivational speaker, top podcast host of Revive with Janna, and most recently No. 1 best-selling author in humanistic psychology and the No. 1 new release in women's health. Her revival, Unf*ck Your Mind: Shatter Your Limiting Beliefs to Become Who You Were Meant to Be, details the come-up story of a victim turned victor whose limiting beliefs held her back.In this episode, Janna shares her inspiring story of overcoming Lyme disease– the catalyst to her career as a holistic nutritionist. She credits whole foods and functional medicine as the cure for her Lyme disease, thyroid problems and gut issues, as well as shifting her mindset. Janna reminds us how eliminating our limiting beliefs can set us up for success. We discuss the importance of “finding your why,” trusting your gut and being your own wellness advocate. Janna teaches us what makes up the gut and why sugar “feeds all diseases.” She points out popular gut irritants, offers healthier alternatives, and encourages us to be proactive instead of reactive when it comes to our health. Janna also discusses why Big Pharma doesn't promote functional medicine and how Big Food is contributing to disease. She tells us which foods we should incorporate into our diet to support our gut health and manage our blood sugar. Janna explains the symptoms of a “leaky gut,” how it affects our health and how to prevent it. She also emphasizes the importance of spending a little more money on healthy, whole foods now instead of a lot more money on medical issues in the future.Connect with Janna:Website: revivebyjanna.comBook: “Unf*ck Your Mind: Shatter Your Limiting Beliefs to Become Who You Were Meant to Be” HEREPodcast: “Revive with Janna” HEREInstagram: HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.

“Ignore the bulls**t that's happening in your current reality, and focus on what it is you want– your desired reality. It's going to take discipline, commitment and f**king delusion.” Raven explains how to brainwash yourself in order to manifest your desired reality.In this episode, Raven talks about the importance of auditing your thoughts since they inform our beliefs and influence the actions that create our reality. She then takes us through the six steps to brainwash yourself, starting with making the empowered decision to do so. Raven explains that our perception creates our reality and that we have the power to change our perception of reality itself. She talks about the importance of reinforcing the new neural pathways we're creating by setting reminders, repeating affirmations and staying disciplined. Raven shares how to raise your vibrational frequency by going on an “energetic diet,” the differences between high and low vibrational frequencies, and how tuning into your emotions can clue you in on your vibrational frequency. Raven explains how censoring negativity, seeking positivity and cultivating a gratitude attitude can help keep your energetic channels clear. She tells us why it's crucial to ignore your current reality in order to effectively manifest your desired one and why it requires “living in delusion.” Raven shares the habits she's incorporated in her daily routine in order to reinforce the brainwashing process.RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:Download the “Mind of Manifesting” guided digital journal HEREDownload affirmation cards for manifesting HEREBuy “Wishes Fulfilled: Mastering the Art of Manifesting” by Dr. Wayne Dyer HEREBuy “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle HEREStream “The Matrix” HEREStream “Divergent” HEREStream “The Secret: Dare to Dream” HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.

“Entities need a feeding source. Like attracts like in a vibrational reality, which is what we live in. Entities exist at a specific energetic frequency, so they look for a host that is carrying that specific energetic frequency.” Spiritual teacher and Akashic Records expert practitioner Emily Logan Lewis, aka Emily The Mystic, joins the show to discuss clearing malevolent entities, negative energies and closing portals.Emily Logan Lewis, aka Emily The Mystic, is an intuitive mentor, an Akashic Records expert practitioner and teacher, an intuition development coach, and a galactic channel. She's on a mission to soften shadow work and help “old souls” heal, as well as reclaim their intuitive gifts, manifest their dreams, and experience the most joyful life while doing it. Emily is an expert in mediumship, past life regressions, meditation, the Akashic Records, hypnotherapy techniques, quantum healing, and other spiritual practices.In this episode, Emily teaches us about entities, how they attach to people and places and the common signs and symptoms of an entity attachment. She discusses the different classifications of entities, which can vary in terms of malevolence, and why some entities attach to people while others attach to buildings or homes. We discuss how entities are portrayed in pop culture and movies like “Insidious” and  “Poltergeist.” Emily shares how entities find a “feeding source” and how you can reduce your risk of an entity attachment. She also explains what happens during an entity clearing session, ways to effectively expel an entity from your auric field and the importance of practicing good energetic hygiene. We briefly discuss sleep paralysis, ouija boards and portals; Emily teaches us how to clear negative energies in our home spaces and shares the incense she recommends for energy clearing (in addition to sage and palo santo) as well as common household ingredients that can be used as energy clearing agents. Emily also discusses the importance of finding and closing portals in your home, getting rid of items that are charred with negative energy and decluttering your space.Connect with Emily:Website: emilythemystic.comInstagram: HEREBook an entity clearing session with Emily HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESSign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREShop Astrocandy HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.

We're looking to the stars to find out what to expect during Aries season (Mar. 19 - Apr. 18) in Stargazing, an Astrocandy minisode sub-series that highlights the most important transits of each astrological season.TRANSITS AND TIMESTAMPSMarch 19: ♈︎ Season, Astrological New Year, Spring Equinox (00:01:00)March 22: Mars enters ♓︎ (00:04:02)March 25: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in ♎︎ (00:04:45)April 1: Mercury Rx in ♈︎ (00:06:57)April 4: Venus enters ♈︎ (00:08:17)April 8: New Moon Solar Eclipse in ♈︎ (00:09:19)April 19: Sun enters ♉︎ (00:10:39) RESOURCES AND REFERENCES:Listen to “The Sign Series: Aries (Mar. 20 - Apr. 19) - with Radio and Podcast Host Falen Gotler” HEREFollow The Cosmic Latte on Instagram HEREFollow Alice Bell on Instagram HEREFollow Aliza Kelly on Instagram HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREShop Astrocandy HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.

“It is 100% worth it to go out of your comfort zone and do something that scares you and see how it goes. And if it doesn't go well, you can quit. I would rather do something and it not work out than never do it and wonder, ‘what if I would've?'” Raven answers 20 listener questions in this solo Q&A episode.Questions and timestamps:How's LA treating you? It looks like you're living your best life! (00:11:05)Any celeb sightings? (00:13:21)What's the dating scene like in LA? Have you met a baseball player yet? (00:16:15)Do you have any relationship deal breakers? (00:19:21)Whatever happened to your apartment wall?! (00:19:43)I'm visiting LA in June! Recs for what to see/ do/ eat? (00:21:21)Do you miss radio at all? Would you go back? (00:23:42)What do you do for work now? (00:25:26)I've also been considering a career pivot! What I'm doing now doesn't fulfill me, but I'm not sure what to do next. Any advice? (00:27:21)What's the hardest lesson you've had to learn? (00:29:50)Not sure if I should take a job offer in another state. I'm scared I'll be homesick. Thoughts? (00:31:02)Got any guilty pleasures? (00:33:59)Anywhere you want to travel that you haven't been yet? (00:35:24)Please tell me what's going on in the stars right now. I've had the most awkward weekend? (00:37:48)Taurus sun here! Talking to a guy who's a Gemini. Are we compatible? (00:41:27)I'm new to manifestation. How do I start? Any tips? (00:44:05)What books do you recommend to learn more about manifestation? (00:44:35)I've been trying to manifest a relationship for years with no luck. I really want a hubby and kids one day, but I'm starting to think it's never gonna happen. (00:47:54)Can you manifest things that are vague? Or does it have to be specific? (00:51:25)I want to have my tarot cards read but I'm super nervous about what they'll tell me. (00:53:25) Resources and references:Listen to “The Hidden Cost of Chasing Your Dreams” Part 1 HERE and Part 2 HEREHear Raven's session with dating and relationship coach Paula Grooms HEREListen to “Why Quitting Your Job and Buying A Farm Won't Alleviate Your Career Burnout with Coach For High Achievers Chris Castillo” HERE and learn from Chris HEREListen to “Zodiac Signs, Love and Astrological Compatibility with Astrologer Desiree Roby Antila” HERE and buy “Sun Signs in Love” HEREDownload the “Mind Over Manifesting” digital guided journal HERECreate your free Human Design chart HERE“Using the Tarot to Support Your Healing Journey with Psychic Reader and ‘The Inner Tarot' Author Kate Van Horn HERE and buy “The Inner Tarot” HEREBook a reading with Kate HEREBook a reading with Raven HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more. 

“There are so many rules and masculine structures that are still rampant in the health and wellness and spiritual spaces. And I'm here to break all those rules. I'm here to disrupt all the nonsense and rigidity to [remind people] we are meant and designed to experience pleasure.” Intuitive holistic healer and founder of the spiritual confectionary company MASAH, Emily Pogany, joins the show to discuss her innovations in the wellness and spirituality spaces with these delicious chakra caramels.As a trauma-informed holistic healer, spiritual teacher and wellness guide, Emily specializes in a variety of energetic, emotional and somatic modalities to support her clients and community. Her practice intends to normalize the conversations and work surrounding healing, personal and spiritual development and empowerment, and to teach others how to love, accept and heal themselves. As the founder of MASAH, Emily has now come to be known as “The Willy Wonka of Spirituality” through her unique brand vision, invoking the energies of play, innovation and imagination in the health and wellness industry.In this episode, Emily shares how she embraced her dharma to create chakra caramels and lead a soul-driven company, talking us through the 8 years long spiritual and entrepreneurial journey that led to founding MASAH and how she navigated it without a roadmap. We discuss why it's crucial to act on your divine ideas and how to stand out in a saturated market. We talk about the importance of healing your visibility wounds in order to magnetize people that most align with your vision and why you should keep going especially when you want to give up. Emily shares her process in carefully choosing the caramel flavors that balance each of the seven chakras and gives us a glimpse at the next four flavors. We also talk about intuitive eating and pleasure-seeking with all five senses.Resources and references:Learn more about the 7 chakras HERELearn more about reiki and breathwork HEREBuy “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho HEREBuy “Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear” by Elizabeth Gilbert HEREConnect with Emily:Website: emilypogany.comInstagram: HEREOrder MASAH chakra caramels HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.

“Trust yourself. Believe in yourself. Don't let your doubt creep in. Trust in your talent, skills and ability and let them guide you.” Radio personality, podcast producer and singer Emily Sklar returns to the show to talk about the hidden cost of chasing your dream.After 11 years hosting shows on top radio stations like Detroit's Channel 955 and Washington D.C.'s HOT 99.5, Emily stepped away from the industry full-time in the summer of 2022 to explore her other passions and interests (listen to the “Bet on Yourself with Emily Sklar” episode to hear what led to her decision). With a microphone and a dream, Emily moved from D.C. to L.A. at the beginning of 2023. Since the move, Emily has achieved some of her biggest dreams: appearing on the nationally syndicated “On-Air with Ryan Seacrest,” working at 102.7 KIIS-FM and with the iHeartRadio podcast team, and performing live in venues around the LA-area.In the second part of this two-part episode (listen to the first part if you missed it), we discuss the dichotomy of living in the present while looking forward to the future and the importance of spending your life how you want instead of how you think you should. We share our experiences relying on tenacity and true grit to get us through tough times and surviving the ego death that comes with starting over. We talk about how our future plans have changed now that we've achieved a life-long dream and why it's beneficial to keep your options open instead of hyper-focusing on one goal.Resources and references:Listen to “Bet on yourself with Emily Sklar” from season 2 HEREListen to “The Hidden Cost of Chasing Your Dreams - Part 1” HEREBuy “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho HEREConnect with Emily:Instagram: HERETikTok: HEREConnect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.

“I've always been the person that people go to [for an ear to listen]. People just tell me things. I think people can sense that they can share with me, and I will just listen.” Graphic designer and Pisces sun Tina Range joins the show to discuss all-things The Fish in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each zodiac sign during its respective season.It's time to dream big ‘cause it's Pisces season! Pisces (Feb. 19 - Mar. 20) is ruled by Neptune, the planet of inspiration, dreams and fantasy, and Jupiter, the planet of good fortune, prosperity and expansion, so it's no wonder these water signs are swimming in their own internal world; a mystical sea of imagination and emotion. You spent Aquarius season hanging out with your friends and looking forward to the future, and now it's time to turn inward to discover what lights you up. You'll hear from Tina who's mastered the art of spending time alone doing things she loves like cooking a decadent meal or watching a binge-worthy TV show.In this episode, we discuss Pisces' personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Pisces energy to make the most of this imaginative season.Connect with Tina:Instagram: HERETikTok: HEREResources and references:Create your free Astrology birth chart HERESubscribe to Alice Bell's monthly astrological forecasts HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HEREListen to Astrocandy's Pisces Season playlist on Spotify HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERETikTok: HERE

“I've always been someone who can't let go of those [childhood] dreams. I want to make that inner child in me happy at all costs. So I had this deep-rooted dream to come to LA… But all of that logic comes in, and I'm like ‘is this realistic?'” Radio personality, podcast producer and singer Emily Sklar joins the show to talk about the hidden cost of chasing your dream.After 11 years hosting shows on top radio stations like Detroit's Channel 955 and Washington D.C.'s HOT 99.5, Emily stepped away from the industry full-time in the summer of 2022 to explore her other passions and interests (listen to the “Bet on Yourself with Emily Sklar” episode to hear what led to her decision). With a microphone and a dream, Emily moved from D.C. to L.A. at the beginning of 2023. Since the move, Emily has achieved some of her biggest dreams: appearing on the nationally syndicated “On-Air with Ryan Seacrest,” working at 102.7 KIIS-FM and with the iHeartRadio podcast team, and performing live in venues around the LA-area.In part one of this two-part episode, we discuss the challenges of chasing a childhood dream and why it's crucial to believe in yourself when no one else will. We talk about the importance of creating opportunities instead of waiting for them, ignoring other people's opinions and limiting beliefs, and making empowered decisions that support your goals and long-term vision. We give advice on investing in your future and confronting the fears that come with following a lifelong dream. Emily shares what it was like to move to LA without a plan and how she held the faith when fear and doubt crept in. We also discuss the reckoning you face when you achieve your dream and it's not everything you thought it would be.Connect with Emily:Instagram: HERETikTok: HEREResources and references:Listen to “Bet on yourself with Emily Sklar” from season 2 HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology; holistic healing and wellness; manifestation; mindfulness and meditation; human design; chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HERE

“I really try to make [tarot readings] as anchoring and grounding as possible. This is a healing experience; it's not meant to make you fearful or anxious. If a reader's making you feel that way, they're doing it wrong.” Tarot reader, psychic and author of “The Inner Tarot: A Modern Approach to Self-Compassion and Empowered Healing Using the Tarot” Kate Van Horn joins the show to discuss how the tarot can support your healing journey and transform your life.As a trauma survivor, Kate credits her intuitive gifts and psychic abilities to finding light in periods of shadow. She candidly shares her story overcoming sexual abuse, PTSD, and eating disorders in the hope of inspiring others to radically accept their stories, their bodies and their gifts. Kate, who has been featured in Well + Good, Prevention, mindbodygreen, and many other popular publications and podcasts in the health and wellness space, believes tarot, channeled writing, and intuitive movement can serve as important tools for self-transformation and stand as a beautiful compliment to holistic healing.In this episode, Kate shares her experience using tarot as a healing tool after her PTSD diagnosis, which eventually led her to become an intuitive healer and psychic reader. We talk about cultivating a relationship with the cards and deciphering their meaning when you're a beginner tarot reader, as well as the importance of re-parenting ourselves and using the cards as a way to connect with your inner child. Kate gives tips on how to read your own cards and the best questions to ask the deck. We also discuss the origin of tarot, debunk popular superstitions and review each suit (pentacles, cups, swords and wands) and their meanings. Kate shares about her writing process and what the book means to her both professionally and personally. We also discuss astrology, human design and letting go of the pressure to discover your passion and purpose.Connect with Kate:Website: katevanhorn.comBook: “The Inner Tarot: A Modern Approach To Self-Compassion and Empowered Healing Using the Tarot” (Out Feb. 27, 2024)Instagram: HERETikTok: HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREJoin the Astrocandy Social Club HERESign up for our free weekly newsletter HERE

“Love is only one of the criteria of a man choosing you to be ‘the one.' Love does not conquer all. You can love each other to death, but it doesn't mean you'll have a relationship that goes the distance.” Author and dating and relationship coach Paula Grooms joins the show to discuss what men need in a relationship in order to commit.Paula is a dating and relationship coach, licensed social worker and author of the book, “Why Won't He Commit? How a Man Decides to Make You ‘The One.'” Using her individualized coaching approach, Paula shows women how to improve their self-concept and override subconscious limiting beliefs through manifestation methods and behavioral change. Paula's tried-and-true strategies help women all over the world to receive the love, attention and commitment from the men they desire and deserve.In this episode, we discuss the difficulties of modern dating and how to navigate dating online and on the apps. We talk about the benefits of working with a dating coach like Paula, who can offer an objective perspective and advice, including tips to avoid common dating mistakes and playing games. Paula shares “the two things a man needs above all” to commit to a woman and explains two core concepts in her book: The Puppy Principle (why a guy won't commit) and Consumers Vs. Buyers (the differences between a guy who's just using you and a guy who's interested in a committed relationship). Paula also shares “the number one red flag” in a dating relationship and the importance of healing our inner child in order to have a healthy relationship with our partner.Connect with Paula:Website: coachpaulagrooms.comPodcast: “Make Him Wonder”Book: “Why Won't He Commit? How A Man Decides To Make You 'The One'"Instagram: HEREResources and references:Click HERE to listen to Coach Paula's episode with Raven on “Make Him Wonder”If you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love astrology, spirituality and mysticism. There's a multitude of categories and channels within the community to learn about and discuss with other ASC members, from astrology and manifestation to human design, tarot, holistic healing and more. Here, you can build community, share your wisdom, gain insights, create friendship and find yourself. Click here to join the community.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I really embrace what makes me happy, and it's not ‘quiet luxury.' It's gold rings, leopard print, leather– it's whatever the f*ck I feel like wearing.” Senior Director of Global Playlist Programming at Warner Music Group and Aquarius sun Alex Gervasi joins the show to discuss all-things The Water Bearer in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each zodiac sign during its respective season.It's time to make the world a better place ‘cause it's Aquarius season! Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) is ruled by Pluto, the planet of freedom, originality and surprise, and Saturn, the planet of responsibility and discipline, so it's no wonder these one-of-a-kind air signs are the trailblazers and trendsetters of the Zodiac. You spent Capricorn season committed to setting new goals, creating new habits and establishing new routines, and now it's time to come together in a like-minded community to focus on your hopes, dreams and the future. You'll learn from Alex, who understands that creativity is the key to a progressive reality, and hear how she expresses her creativity in her career (through curating global music playlists), her home (through collecting eclectic decor) and her wardrobe (through thrifting eccentric statement pieces).In this episode, we discuss Aquarius' personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Aquarius energy to make the most of this innovative season.Connect with Alex:Instagram: HERETikTok: HEREPodcast: “Alex Tries Her Best”Resources and references:Create your free Astrology birth chartSubscribe to Alice Bell's monthly astrological forecasts“Mind Over Manifesting: A Digital Manifestation Journal”If you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love astrology, spirituality and mysticism. There's a multitude of categories and channels within the community to learn about and discuss with other ASC members, from astrology and manifestation to human design, tarot, holistic healing and more. Here, you can build community, share your wisdom, gain insights, create friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“Your purpose is not a vocation. Your purpose is to be you at your best, which means that you can constantly grow and evolve.” Founder of Empowered Achievers and coach for high achievers Chris Castillo joins the show to discuss how high achievers can transform their mindset and alleviate their career pressures and burnout.Formerly navigating the world of advertising with clients like Google and YouTube, Chris shifted her focus to talent development after realizing the pressure of pursuing external success had driven her to an unfulfilling career. Since founding Empowered Achievers in 2016, Chris has been recognized as a Millennial Career Expert in publications like Glamour, Thrive Global & Kivo Daily, and she continues to work with clients to change their mindset, align with their values and find fulfillment.In this episode, Chris describes “high achievers” and their most common career pressures, from professional people pleasing to overextending and over committing themselves at work. We talk about the importance of cultivating a growth versus fixed mindset, the benefits of taking a pause in your career and why escapism fantasies like quitting your job to run a farm won't alleviate your career pressure and burnout. We also discuss how to identify the “head trash” that deters your decision-making and how to instill new beliefs that inspire aligned action. Chris shares how Empowered Achievers can offer the guidance, resources and community support you need to make empowering career choices.Connect with Chris:Website: BeEmpoweredAchievers.comInstagram: HERETikTok: HEREIf you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love astrology, spirituality and mysticism. Here, you can build community, share wisdom, gain insights, cultivate friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“Numerology can tell us a lot about our lives. Did you know your house address has a vibrational frequency? So does your life path number, your birthday and your personal year number.” On this week's episode, we discuss numerology and what to expect in 2024 based on your personal year number.According to numerology, each number (1-9) has its own unique vibrational energy. Depending on how these numbers show up in our lives, they give us insights on our personality, life path and destiny. A personal year number in numerology shows us what we can expect in the upcoming or past calendar years.In this episode, we discuss the history of numerology, the significance of personal year numbers, how to calculate them and what you can look forward to in 2024 based on yours.Timestamps:- 16:22: How to calculate your personal year number- 21:20: 1 Year- 5:28: 2 Year- 30:00: 3 Year- 34:45: 4 Year- 9:16: 5 Year- 43:13: 6 Year- 46:00: 7 Year- 49:25: 8 Year- 53:00: 9 YearResources and References:- Create your astrology birth chart for free at astro-charts.com- Download and print the “Mind Over Manifesting: A Digital Guided Manifestation Journal”- Follow the Cosmic Latte on Instagram- Calculate your personal year number at astro-seek.comAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HEREIf you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love astrology, spirituality and mysticism. Here, you can build community, share wisdom, gain insights, cultivate friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community.

“I'm such a planner. I want to know everything ahead of time and plan for things. [I make] lists for work, packing, groceries– I have to have a list for everything.” Credentialing specialist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Capricorn sun Rachel Stelzer joins the show to discuss all-things The Sea Goat in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each zodiac sign during its respective season.Make a to-do list and check it twice ‘cause it's Capricorn season! Capricorn (Dec. 21 - Jan. 20) is ruled by Saturn, the planet of discipline, responsibility and karma, so it's no wonder these earth signs work so hard– because they know hard work pays off (and pays the bills). You spent the Sagittarius season living life to the fullest, and now it's time to take life more seriously. Work to set new goals, create new habits and establish new routines in order to reap the rewards in the New Year. Learn from Rachel, a taskmaster Capricorn who planned her bachelorette, wedding shower, wedding and baby shower all in one year (that's A LOT of lists).In this episode, we discuss Capricorn's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Capricorn energy to make the most of this goal-oriented season.Resources and references:Create your free Astrology birth chart HERESubscribe to Alice Bell's monthly astrological forecasts HEREIf you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love astrology, spirituality and mysticism. There's a multitude of categories and channels within the community to learn about and discuss with other ASC members, from astrology and manifestation to human design, tarot, holistic healing and more. Here, you can build community, share your wisdom, gain insights, create friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“Adventurer, explorer, wanderlust– you know me, I love to travel. I'm always on Google flights. [My next trip is] in the works now.” Z100 New York radio host and Sagittarius sun Maxwell joins the show to discuss all-things The Archer in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Grab your passport and choose your adventure ‘cause it's Sagittarius season! Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of good fortune and expansion, so it's no wonder these happy-go-lucky fire signs are always on the go. You spent Scorpio season contemplating the meaning of life, and now it's time to live it to the fullest. Whether you're exploring a new city or a new country, Sagittarius season is about the journey rather than the destination. Take it from Maxwell, who spends his weekdays entertaining on the World Famous Z100 and his weekends exploring the world.In this episode, we discuss Sagittarius' personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Sagittarius energy to make the most of this adventurous season.Connect with Maxwell:Instagram: HEREWebsite: inmaxwellshouse.comIf you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love Astrology, spirituality and mysticism. Within the community, there's a multitude of categories and channels to learn about and discuss with other ASC members, from Astrology and manifestation to Human Design, tarot, holistic healing and more. Here, you can build community, share your wisdom, gain insights, create friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I'm working on [forgiveness]. You have your friends that are like family– I am more likely to forgive them… But if you wrong someone I care about, you're dead to me.” Inprela Communications' senior account manager and Scorpio sun Lauren Siever joins the show to discuss all-things The Scorpion in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.It's time to contemplate the meaning of life (and death) ‘cause it's Scorpio season! Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) has two planetary rulers: Pluto, the planet of transformation, regeneration and rebirth, and Mars, the planet of desire and drive– so it's no wonder these water signs are fascinated by life, death and sex. You found balance in business, pleasure and the everyday during Libra season, and now it's time to find even deeper meaning in your life and life itself. Wade into the dark depths of your emotions to strengthen your interpersonal relationships in both your private and professional lives. Take it from Lauren, who's as passionate about connecting with her husband, loved ones and close friends as she is about networking with coworkers and acquaintances. In this episode, we discuss Scorpio's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Scorpio energy to make the most of this passionate season.Connect with Lauren:Instagram: HEREResources and mentions:- astro-charts.com to create your free Astrology birth chart- Surviving Saturn's Return: "I Quit My Job and Moved Across the Country." - with Raven Brinson (Part 1)- Surviving Saturn's Return: "I Quit My Job and Moved Across the Country." - with Raven Brinson (Part 2)If you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love Astrology, spirituality and mysticism. Within the community, there's a multitude of categories and channels to learn about and discuss with other ASC members, from Astrology and manifestation to Human Design, tarot, holistic healing and more. Here, you can build community, share your wisdom, gain insights, create friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community. The first 15 members to join ASC will receive a free one-card energy reading.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I do not enjoy conflict… If I feel like my opinion is gonna ruffle feathers, it's easier for me to keep it to myself.” Writer, live storyteller and Libra sun Dan Prevette joins the show to discuss all-things The Scales in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Plan a fun and flirty night out ‘cause it's Libra season! Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) is ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty and money, and it's represented by The Scales, so Librans love balance, harmony and the “little things” in life. You took care of business during Virgo season, and now it's time to mix in pleasure for some much-needed balance. Whether it's romance, connection, relaxation or beautification, Librans are experts at creating harmony in their relationships, daily lives and routines. Take it from Dan, who's a copywriter and creative consultant by day and a live storyteller and encouragement speaker by night– see? Balance.In this episode, we discuss Libra's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Libra energy to make the most of this harmonious season.Connect with Dan:Instagram: HEREIf you're looking for a space to connect in a spiritual community, you're cordially invited to The Astrocandy Social Club, a free, invite-only community group for people who love Astrology, spirituality and mysticism. Within the community, there's a multitude of categories and channels to learn about and discuss with other ASC members, from Astrology and manifestation to Human Design, tarot, holistic healing and more. Here, you can build community, share your wisdom, gain insights, create friendship and find yourself. Message @astrocandypodcast on Instagram to receive the exclusive link to join the community. The first 15 members to join ASC will receive a free one-card energy reading.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I have confidence– I've built that– but I can't stand people who brag. I don't feel like you should have to walk into a room shouting all your accolades, they should just carry with you.” Radio and “Really Riley” podcast host and Virgo sun Riley Couture joins the show to discuss all-things The Maiden in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.You better work, b*tch, because it's Virgo season! Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) is ruled by the analytical side of Mercury– the planet of communication– so these earth signs are task masters who pay attention to detail and dominate to-do lists. You showed off your personality and creativity in Leo season, and now it's time to showcase your work ethic and confidence. Take it from Riley, who runs a business, handmakes candles, hosts a podcast, hits the gym, hangs with her husband and kids– and makes it look easy.In this episode, we discuss Virgo's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Virgo energy to make the most of this get-sh*t-done season.Connect with Riley:Instagram: HEREWebsite: ReallyRileyPodcast.comPodcast: “Really Riley”About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I definitely have that ‘pride' mentality like a lion– I always need to make sure my friends and family are okay.” Co-host of “The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show” and “13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast” Ana Castillejos joins the show to discuss all-things The Lion in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Roll out the red carpet ‘cause Leo season has arrived! Leo (Jul. 22 - Aug. 22) is ruled by the sun, which influences our self-image, so these fire signs are literally the center of their own Universe. You've been spending time alone to self-reflect during Cancer season, and now it's time to capture everyone's attention with your personality and creativity. Take it from Ana, who entertains thousands of fans weekly on her radio and podcast shows. Leos are the life of the party, the Belle of the ball, the queen bee, the HBIC– you get the idea.In this episode, we discuss Leo's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Leo energy to make the most of this fun-loving season.Connect with Ana:Instagram: HEREWebsite: KiddNation.comPodcast: “13: A Taylor Swift Fan Podcast”About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“When I'm around completely new people, I'm very ‘in my shell.' But once I get to know you, I'm outgoing.” Neiman Marcus Intimate Apparel Buyer and Cancer sun Mercedes Iris joins the show to discuss all-things The Crab in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Curl up on the couch with your best gal pal for a heart-to-heart, ‘cause it's Cancer season! Cancer (Jun. 21 - Jul. 22) is ruled by the moon, which governs our feelings, intuition and empathies. You've been boating, barbecuing, and pool-partying with your friends during Gemini season, and now it's time to connect with yourself and those closest to you. Take it from Mercedes (born Jun. 26), who prioritizes “me” time after a long work day and doing things she loves (going to the beach, brunch and Bünda) with people she loves.In this episode, we discuss Cancer's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Cancer energy to make the most of this social season.Connect with Mercedes:Instagram: HEREAbout Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“Your home is your safe space. When you come home, you want to be comfortable… I think what makes a house a home is a space where you can be your most authentic self.” Scout Modern founder and interior designer Ashley Scott joins the show to share her design expertise in making a house feel like home.Ashley, who's best known for creating modern, bespoke designs, founded Los Angeles-based interior design studio Scout Modern in 2016. Ashley tirelessly “scouts” statement pieces; one-of-a-kind, handcrafted and vintage finds that connect with each client and elevate their space. Ashley's projects have been featured in Apartment Therapy, Rue Daily, HGTV and more.In this episode, Ashley shares how she started and expanded Scout Modern, an LA-based interior design studio. She tells us about the one-of-a-kind statement pieces she “scouts” for each client to personalize and elevate their space and how to make a house (or a rental) feel like home. We discuss design trends, honing your taste and where to find vintage pieces to put in your space. She also tells us which items are a must-invest and her favorite places to shop.Connect with Ashley:Website: scoutmodern.coInstagram: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“My Saturn Return punched me in the face and knocked me on my ass… But without it, I wouldn't have found peace. I wouldn't have been stripped of everything that didn't serve me. I wouldn't have figured out who I am or what's important.” ‘Astrocandy' host Raven Brinson discusses the trials and triumphs she experienced during her Saturn return.A “Saturn return” refers to the moment Saturn returns to the same place it was when you were born. This occurs between the ages of 27-29 (and 56-60 and 84-90). The planet Saturn represents responsibility, discipline and maturity, which is why this transit forces us to make tough decisions that lead to our transformation.In part one, Raven shared the tumultuous start of her Saturn return in March 2020, which coincided with a global pandemic, quarantines and lockdown. She bought (and sold) a house, started (and ended) a serious relationship and started (and stopped) the ‘Astrocandy' podcast. By November 2021, Raven quit her job and left Dallas, Texas to move 1,500 miles across the country to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.In the second and final part, Raven talks about the opportunity cost of her dream job, the obstacles she overcame in Philadelphia and the lessons she learned during her Saturn Return that changed her life path. Resources and references:- “Surviving Saturn's Return: I Quit My Job and Moved Across the Country.' - with Raven Brinson (Part 1)- “Sit in the Sh*t: How Solitude Can Raise Your Self-Worth”- “How to Survive Your Saturn Return with Astrologer Desiree Roby Antila”- “Saturn Return Survival Guide: Navigating This Cosmic Rite of Passage” by Lisa Stardust- ToBeMagnetic.comThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I'm all over the place, but it's an organized chaos. I always have a lot going on, and I'm always doing something.” Radio personality, comedian and Gemini sun Shelby Sos joins the show to discuss all-things The Twins in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Text the group chat and plan a girls' trip, ‘cause it's Gemini season! Gemini (May 21 - Jun. 20) is ruled by fast-moving Mercury, the planet of communication. You've been working slow and steady to achieve your goals during Taurus season, and now it's time to take a break from striving for success to have fun with your friends. Take it from Shelby (born May 24), a chatty, quick-witted Gemmy who's booked and busy with a bazillion hobbies and interests, work events and social plans.In this episode, we discuss Gemini's personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Gemini energy to make the most of this social season.Connect with Shelby:Website: shelbysos.comInstagram: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“Every place I've been– whether enjoyable, miserable, a lot of work, not a lot of work, fun, not fun– I can see the role it played in my life. It doesn't have to be enjoyable to be important.” Radio and television host Kenzie K joins the show to discuss how she built a successful career in the entertainment industry as a radio and television host.A native of Asheville, NC, Kenzie received a broadcasting degree from Brown College before starting her radio career at KDWB in Minneapolis, MN. She also worked as a news reporter for KEYC News 12 and night show host for KDOG in Mankato, MN. In 2016, Kenzie moved to Tampa, FL to host middays at WLLD before coming to Chicago in 2019 to host middays on B96. Most recently, Kenzie is the creator, executive producer and host of “The MVP Game,” a baseball game show on Marquee Sports Network, and the co-host of Q101's morning show.In this episode, Kenzie talks about working multiple jobs around the clock before landing her first full-time radio gig. She shares the experiences, insights and industry connections she gained before taking a job offer in Chicago and how, on her second day of work, she met her now-husband, Justin Roman. We talk about Kenzie and Roman's romantic and professional partnership, which led to the couple co-creating and co-hosting “The MVP Game.” Kenzie attributes working hard, following God and trusting the process to her successful career in the entertainment industry.Connect with Kenzie:Kenzie's Instagram: HEREKenzie & Roman's Instagram: HEREThe MVP Instagram: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“If you were to quit the job you hate, leave the relationship you're stuck in or move to the city of your dreams, your life would look a lot different. You are one decision away from an entirely different life.” Raven discusses using decisive, inspired and radical actions to super-speed your manifestations and experience a quantum leap in this solo episode.This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“Something I've recently started doing is self-care Sundays. Going on a long walk, going in the sauna, taking a magnesium salt bath and doing a facemask and ice roller. It's been healing.” ShopHQ Senior Digital Marketing Manager and Taurus sun Harry Aslesen joins the show to discuss all-things The Bull in The Sign Series, a limited Astrocandy subseries that features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Stop and smell the Spring flowers, ‘cause it's Taurus season! Taurus (Apr. 20 - May 20) is ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty and money. Whatever you started during Aries season– a project, job, relationship– now's the time to nurture it. So make like a Taurus and reflect on the best way to achieve success while *enjoying* the process. Take it from Harry (born May 7), who works hard as the digital and marketing manager for ShopHQ from 9 to 5 and plays hard from 5 to 9, trying new shops and restaurants, creative and fitness classes, salon and spa services and top-shelf scented candles because #TreatYourself.In this episode, we discuss Taurus' personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Taurus energy to make the most of this slow-and-steady season.Connect with Harry:Instagram: HERETikTok: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“The cove feels like gridlock. It's also repeated instances of victim mentality, frustration and apathy… Flow is excitement, wonder, awe and inspiration.” ‘Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey' podcast host and content creator Eden Garcia Thaler joins the show to discuss navigating the metaphorical coves that keep us from being in a state of flow.Eden has a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies with a focus on human spirituality and well-being. She also studied spiritual tantra at The Shakti School, including the methodologies of meditation and visualization, techniques for regulating the nervous system, emotional processing and manifestation. In this episode, we retell a channeled message about the metaphorical River of Life and its coves (dead-end jobs, unfulfilling relationships, etc.) that keep us from being in a state of flow (authentic alignment and abundance). We talk about the energetics of being in a cove vs. being in flow, our personal experiences navigating each and how to tell if you're stagnant in a cove or drifting in flow. We also discuss radical action, its immediate effects and making decisions from your intuition instead of logic and reason.Connect with Eden:Instagram: HEREPodcast: “Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey”This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I think friendships are just as important as choosing a partner. You're choosing to go through life with someone; you're choosing to be their support, their cheerleader, their teacher… that's what creates a true, long-lasting friendship.” My best friend of 13 years, Alyssa Morlacci, joins the show to discuss friendships.Alyssa and I met in 2010 as freshman roommates at Kent State University. After graduation, Alyssa moved to Florida while I stayed in Ohio. Even though we were 1200 miles apart, we continued to grow together, remaining friends through six cross-country moves, ten job changes, a dozen failed relationships, several deaths in the family, a couple health scares and one engagement (congrats, Alyssa and Ryan!).In this episode, we discuss how to recognize authentic connections and deepen them to create meaningful, long-lasting friendships. We share about overcoming make-or-break moments in our friendship and how we knew ours would be long-lasting. We also talk about the different kinds of friendship (reason, season, lifetime), how to handle a falling out with a friend, signs a friendship has run its course and how to make friends in your early 30s. At the end, we ask questions only a best friend can answer– so ask yours, too!Connect with Alyssa:Website: alyssamorlacci.comInstagram: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“[Someone asked me] how I don't talk myself out of new ideas, and I said, ‘because I don't give it enough thought.' I can make a decision very easily and quickly, and I put things into action.” Radio/ podcast host and Aries sun Falen Gotler joins the show to discuss all-things The Ram in The Sign Series, which features each Zodiac sign during its respective season.Start kicking ass and taking names, ‘cause it's Aries season! Aries (Mar. 20-Apr. 19) is a cardinal, or “starter,” sign that kick-starts both the spring season and the astrological calendar year. Chances are you're feeling more eager to make your daydreams a reality, so make like an Aries and take aligned action. Take it from Falen (born Apr. 6), who co-hosts The Dave Ryan in the Morning Show on 101.3 KDWB in The Twin Cities and hosts the top-rated and ranked relationship podcast, “Right Person, Wrong Time with Falen.” She also paints, home renovates, hosts events, travels the world– she does it all because she just… does it.In this episode, we discuss Aries' personality traits, strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and how they show up in friendships and relationships. You'll also learn how you can tap into Aries energy to make the most of this fresh-start season.Connect with Falen:Website: KDWB.com/falenInstagram: HEREPodcast: “Right Person, Wrong Time with Falen”This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“We're all storytellers, whether you're a musician or an artist or a gardener– flowers have stories and meaning and symbolism.” Fiction writer and poet Stephanie Valente joins the show to discuss how tarot and astrology can inspire your creative expression. Stephanie, who identifies as a witch, started writing poetry and fiction in college. Stephanie says she was always intrigued by the “mystery and fantastical existence” of the occult and the stars, which is why they hold a presence in her work. In college, she penned a thesis on surrealist art and writing that included astrological and tarot imagery. By her late 20s, Stephanie began teaching herself tarot and studying astrology, which led to her writing horoscopes for a wedding magazine. Since then, she's written many published works, including “Internet Girlfriend,” which explores the intersection of the internet, the occult and sexuality.In this episode, Stephanie shares how she discovered tarot and astrology, why she incorporates both of these tools into her spiritual and creative practices and how writing can be used as a means of self-expression and self-empowerment. She talks about tarot decks, the cards' imagery and symbolism and simple tarot card spreads for beginners. She also tells us how to align with the moon for manifesting– and letting go– with writing prompts.Connect with Stephanie:Website: stephanievalente.comInstagram: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I learned an important lesson… My success hinges on me, not anyone or anything outside of me. And if I set my mind to it, I can make it happen. I just have to push through the fear.” ‘Astrocandy' host Raven Brinson discusses the trials and triumphs she experienced during her Saturn return.A “Saturn return” refers to the moment Saturn returns to the same place it was when you were born. This occurs between the ages of 27-29 (and 56-60 and 84-90). The planet Saturn represents responsibility, discipline and maturity, which is why this transit forces us to make tough decisions that lead to our transformation.In this episode, Raven shares the tumultuous start of her Saturn return in March 2020, which coincided with a global pandemic, quarantines and lockdown. She bought (and sold) a house, started (and ended) a serious relationship and launched (and haulted) the ‘Astrocandy' podcast. By November 2021, Raven quit her job and moved 1,500 miles across the country to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. And that's just the *first* half of her Saturn return.Resources and references:- "How to Survive Your Saturn Return with Astrologer Desiree Roby Antila"- "Send Me a Neon Sign"- "Reading Your Birth Chart (Part 1): Astrology's History, the Planets, Saturn Return"- "Reading Your Birth Chart (Part 2): Major Aspects, Stelliums, the Twelve Houses"- "Saturn Return Survival Guide: Navigating This Cosmic Rite of Passage" by Lisa StardustThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I knew that if I worked in a traditional outpatient setting, I would be miserable… because I wouldn't have space to be myself. And yes it would give me financial security and stability… but at what cost?” Karina Gutierrez, owner of the mental health and holistic healing company Strategic Soul, joins the show to discuss how she uses therapy, mindset coaching and holistic healing modalities to guide clients through a mental, emotional and spiritual transformation.Karina is an expert in both Western psychology and Eastern healing practices and holds two master's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania in professional counseling and counseling mental health services. She's also a certified Kripalu yoga instructor, certified Strategic Intervention life coach and a certified Usui and Holy Fire® Reiki Master.In this episode, Karina shares how she started and expanded her company, Strategic Soul, which bridges the gap between conventional therapy and holistic healing and why she chose not to work in a traditional outpatient counseling. She tells us about the daily tools and techniques she uses in her work and in her own life, how she incorporates reiki, breathwork and sound baths into her practice and her experience with the plant-based medicine ayahuasca. We also discuss psychic readings, how to spot psychic scams and how to protect yourself from lower frequencies.Connect with Karina:Website: mystrategicsoul.comInstagram: HEREThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: HERE

“I have the audacity. [That's] what I would attribute 90% of my success to in any area of my life. I approach everything like it's going to work out, and if it doesn't, then it was a lesson.” Website copywriter and marketing mentor Sara Noel joins the show to discuss how being unapologetically yourself and exuding confidence can help you expand your brand and business.Sara works with business owners who want to craft compelling narratives and build better connections with their ideal clients and customers. Through copywriting, marketing strategy and mentorship, she helps creative brands, founder-first businesses and freelancers create, tell and sustain their success stories—with an emphasis on embracing their authenticity and attracting their ideal audiences. In this episode, Sara shares the series of happy accidents that led to creating her copywriting business, Between The Lines Copy; what it takes to turn a side hustle into a seven-figure business, why it's okay if you don't have everything ‘figured out' and how your fears of looking stupid and being disliked are holding you back from achieving your goals. We also talk about finding your brand voice and the website pages that are key to conversion.Connect with Sara:Website: betweenthelinescopy.comNewsletter: HEREFreebies: HERE Website copy template: HERE Instagram: @btlcopy This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“Our breath is our medicine. It's our life force. It's the bridge between our physical bodies and our energies. Our breath can tell us a lot.” Holy Fire® Reiki Master Emily Pogany joins the show to discuss releasing trauma through Reiki, a Japanese energy healing technique, and therapeutic breathwork.As a trauma-informed holistic healer, Emily specializes in a variety of energetic, emotional and somatic modalities to support her clients and community. Her practice intends to normalize the conversations and work surrounding healing, personal and spiritual development and empowerment, and to teach others how to love, accept and heal themselves.In this episode, Emily discusses her work as a Reiki practitioner and how the technique helped her heal decades-long physical symptoms. She also shares what to expect during a Reiki session and ways to practice good energetic hygiene. Then we talk about the different types of breathwork, its purpose and benefits, and why it's important to work with a certified breathwork practitioner.Connect with Emily:Instagram: @iamemilypoganyThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“The more authentic you can be– the more true you can be to yourself and your values– the easier it's going to be to connect with people.” Intuitive branding designer Kath Grimmitt joins the show to discuss how following your intuition can lead you to success.With more than 15 years of experience in the design industry, Kath has honed a holistic, intuitively-led and value-based branding approach. In this episode, Kath discusses the job she quit that catapulted her into entrepreneurship, the power of taking a pause on your career path and how trusting your gut, sticking to your values and staying true to yourself can lead you to success. Kath also shares the visualization techniques she uses to help clients connect with their authentic self so that they can use their heart, head and gut to build an authentic brand.Connect with Kath:Website: grimmdesigns.co.ukInstagram: @grimmdesigns.ltdThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“When your chakras are aligned, you're living in alignment with yourself… You're able to speak your truth and feel comfortable with who you are.” Intuitive healer and spiritual guide Danielle Siekierski joins the show to discuss the seven chakras and their meanings. Danielle has worked as a trained practitioner in wellness and the healing arts for 15+ years. She uses her intuition, wisdom, intellect and channeling abilities to help people reconnect with themselves, heal deeply and align with what's meant for them to achieve happiness and freedom.In this episode, Danielle discusses her work as an energy healer and the importance of finding answers within ourselves. She also explains the seven main chakras (energy centers), their meanings, signs they're blocked and how to balance them.Connect with Danielle:Website: https://www.danielle-lynn.com/Instagram: @soulguidedanielleThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“As an Aries rising, we're very independent and we don't like taking orders from other people, and after studying astrology for a while and looking at my own chart, especially with my Capricorn midheaven, I realized I need to start my own business.”Graphic artist, illustrator and “Art-wise” podcast host Kait Merryman joins the show to discuss using Astrology and Human Design to navigate your career path. After her spiritual awakening, Kait left her corporate dream job to start her own graphic design business. She credits Astrology and Human Design for helping her take the leap-of-faith. In this episode, Kait shares the spiritual awakening that led to her journey from employee to CEO, the process of decoding birth and human design charts and the trials and triumphs of an early entrepreneur.Connect with Kait:Website: kaitmerrymanart.comInstagram: @kaitmerrymanart Podcast: Art-WiseThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“Holistic healing is a whole experience– mind, body and spirit. And that's going to look different for every person. But the goal is balance.” Holistic guide Reagan Rios joins the show to discuss healing modalities to balance your body, mind, emotions and spirit. Reagan has a bachelor's degree in International Cultural Studies, Anthropology and Peacebuilding. She's also an EFT practitioner and certified Emotion Code and Body Code practitioner. In this episode, Reagan shares how she uses energy, intuition and applied kinesiology (muscle testing) to help clients find and release imbalances in their system. We also discuss societal programming, re-parenting your inner child, emotional expression, presence and awareness and divine/ wounded masculine and feminine energies.Connect with Reagan:Website: healingthroughholism.comInstagram: @iamreaganriosThis episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“If we feel the uncomfortable feelings instead of numbing them, we're able to move past them and be better for it on the other side. I used alcohol to ease social anxiety, but without it I realized I'm a social butterfly.”I'm opening up about my decision to quit drinking after a tumultuous four-year relationship with alcohol. In part one, I shared the bad decisions and blackouts that stemmed from weekend binge-drinking and how the consequences forced me to rethink my relationship with alcohol. In this episode, I discuss the six months of sobriety that followed my decision, the non-alcoholic alternatives I embraced and the benefits of being alcohol-free.This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind– the world's first productivity shot. Magic Mind is made with matcha to boost your energy, adaptogens to help you relax, nootropics to help you focus and agave to sweeten the taste. Visit MagicMind.co/astrocandy and use the discount code ASTROCANDY to get up to 56% off your first subscription in the next 10 days or 20% off your first one-time purchase.About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more.Connect with Astrocandy:Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“I used alcohol as a numbing tool for anxiety, stress, frustration and awkwardness. I used it to bypass all those icky feelings, and that's how I knew it wasn't healthy.” I'm opening up about my decision to quit drinking after a tumultuous four-year relationship with alcohol. Growing up around alcoholism and substance abuse, I lived most of my adulthood drug and alcohol-free. But after a difficult cross-country move to Dallas, Texas in 2018, I turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism. In this episode, I discuss the bad decisions and blackouts that stemmed from weekend binge-drinking and how the consequences forced me to rethink my relationship with alcohol. In part two, I talk about my six months of sobriety, the non-alcoholic alternatives I embraced and the benefits of being alcohol-free. About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more. Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast

“There's a certain level of delusion with manifestation; you really have to reach for the stars.” Voice actor Morgan Taylor joins the show to discuss the vision board that led to her biggest manifestations. After a decade in the radio and commercial industry, Morgan launched her own voiceover production company at the beginning of 2022. Since then, she's signed with agencies, worked with numerous name brands, earned five-figure months and traveled the world. In this episode, Morgan shares the pictures and phrases she put on her vision board, her biggest manifestation and what she's manifesting in 2023. Connect with Morgan:Website: MorganTaylorProductions.comInstagram: @the.morgan.taylor About Astrocandy:Host Raven Brinson (@ravenbrinson) invites you on a mission of self-exploration and discovery through spiritual and mystical topics like astrology, holistic healing and wellness, manifestation, mindfulness and meditation, human design, chakra balancing and more. Connect with Astrocandy: Website: astrocandypodcast.comInstagram: @astrocandypodcast