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In this special episode, I share an important update about the future of Ceremony Circle.Join me as we embrace the shifts and learn to flow with trust and alignment—and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss a single episode once I return.

Welcome once again to Ceremony Circle Podcast, where journeying with us today we welcome Pavel Stuchlik, also known globally as NOA|AON. Pavel's journey has taken him across the world, learning and teaching the art of transformation and self-realization. He's a renowned conscious DJ/producer, serial impact entrepreneur, and a certified Ambassador of Peace. His experiences, ranging from spending 40 days in complete darkness with breatharians to sharing platforms with leaders like Dave Asprey and Sadhguru, have shaped his unique perspective on life. Pavel's work focuses on the "Triple H Effect" - guiding people back to their true essence through Happiness, Health, and Harmony.Pavel's significant teachings emerged from his remarkable experience in complete darkness in Thailand. This led to the creation of #noamovement, focusing on unity, love, and joy. He's an impactful figure blending ancient wisdom with modern science and technology in his workshops, retreats, and lectures.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Pavel shares his personal experience with Breatharianism and the potentially profound impacts this this unique lifestyle can provideInsights gained from a deeply transformative experience spending over a month in complete darknessPavel discusses his journey through extremes, from homelessness to earning millionsLearn how to awaken and utilize your four psychic sensesThe importance of group coherence in achieving personal and collective goalsDon't miss our closing Ceremony Circle Practice, where Pavel guides us through a spiritual protection journey to reclaim your energy and release others' energy.Learn more about Pavel Stuchlik (NOA|AON) and explore his offerings at NOAAON and follow him on social media @NOAAONofficial.Pavel has generously offered multiple free gifts for the Soul Fam today:FREE INTEGRATION JOURNAL: A complimentary journal designed to assist in integrating your spiritual and personal growth experiences.FREE EMF Webinar: An informative webinar offering insights into electromagnetic frequencies and their impact on health.30% Discount Code: Use code CEREMONY30 for a significant discount on transformational courses and Waveguard EMF Protection products.30-day Free On-demand Library: Access a diverse range of transformative content for 30 days, completely free of charge.System Reset Bonus Episode: An insightful episode that encapsulates NOA|AON's journey and teachings, blending ancient wisdom and modern science, inspired by a transformative 10-day dark cave retreat in Thailand.Find more from me, Alyson Charles, on IG @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.This episode was supported by "KA!" - the...

Join us in this enlightening episode of the Ceremony Circle Podcast, where we connect with the vibrant and visionary Heather Hoffman, also known as Activation Vibration. A cosmic channel, spiritual intuitive, and music creatrix, Heather is celebrated for her entrancing music, transformative videos, and spiritually charged teachings. Her journey has taken her around the globe, sharing her insights through music performances, women's retreats, and powerful online content. Her mission is to remind us of our true essence, embodying the Activation Vibration frequency -- a force that resonates within and around us.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:1. The essence and power of Light Language -- understanding its meaning, learning your unique vibe, and exploring Heather's course2. Heather's perspective on why being polarizing and triggering can be beneficial3. The reasons behind Heather's profound magnetism and why people are so drawn to her energy4. Insights into alien encounters and Heather's predictions for future human-alien interactions5. Heather's approach and ethos in sharing messages and transmissions on social mediaDon't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice, where Heather blesses us with a special light language transmission, tailored to nurture our highest good at this moment.Learn more about Heather Hoffman on her website, and connect with Heather on Instagram: @activationvibration. Learn light language here, when you sign up for her course.This episode is brought to you by KA! Discover the transformative power of Kanna plant medicine with "KA!" Embrace the heart-opening benefits through their tinctures and chews. Personally recommended for its life-enriching qualities, find your connection at KA Empathogenics. Use code CEREMONYCIRCLE for an exclusive discount.

Today, we welcome Aychele Hill, a master ceremonialist, medicine woman, herbalist, and a beacon of wisdom in integrative healing arts. Aychele brings a rich tapestry of experiences from her indigenous roots and extensive training in various artistic and healing modalities across the globe.Born in Brazil, Aychele Hill has dedicated over two decades to studying and practicing healing arts. Her journey includes learning from mentors in Brazil, Canada, France, Belgium, and the US. Her expertise spans meditation, dance, poetry, herbalism, ancestral and shamanic healing, osteopathy, and therapeutic massages. As a ceremonialist, Aychele integrates ancient wisdom with modern science and arts, facilitating narratives that heal our relationships with ourselves, others, and nature. She is the founder of Reverence by Aychele, offering a botanical line of perfumes and cleansing mists, ceremonial cacao, plant medicine education, and curated events.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The transformative power of group ceremonies in healing and co-regulating our nervous systemsAychele's profound art of healing touch and somatic work, which I have personally experienced and found deeply movingThe qualities that Aychele believes define a "master ceremonialist"The creation and impact of her unique botanical line, "Reverence," featuring aura cleansing mistsAychele's journey into motherhood and her role as a "Womb Wisdom Keeper"Don't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice where Aychele shares a heartfelt poem, reflecting her journey of body love and acceptance.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Visit Aychele's website, aychele.com, to connect with her and learn more about Reverence Botanical Aura Mists (use code CEREMONYCIRCLE at checkout). If it speaks to you, make sure to learn more about Aychele's upcoming Ayahuasca Retreat in Brazil: Brazil Retreat March 2024Follow Aychele on Instagram: @aychelehill and @reverence.lifeThis episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to receive a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Welcome to a special episode of the Ceremony Circle Podcast. I'm your host, Alyson Charles, alongside my beloved husband, Luke Storey. We invite you, our cherished listeners, to join us in this intimate year-in-review & visioning into 2024 episode. Together, we'll explore our personal realizations from the past year and share our visions for the future.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Principles of Surrender and holding things as non-dual (there is no "good" or "bad" only thinking makes it so)Our rituals and practices for our marriage and sacred union evolutionAnswering your listener questions!Where we are at with our journey in starting our familyGet all the exciting details about our upcoming Higher Power Couple retreat in 2024. Stay updated here.Find more from me, Alyson Charles, on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or on my website alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Luke, his work, and his podcast "The Life Stylist" at lukestorey.comor dive into the podcast episodes at lukestorey.com/podcast.This episode is brought to you by Luke's incredible new merch line! Explore and shop at lukestorey.com/lukestore. Use the code STOREY for an exclusive discount on your purchases.

Join us as we welcome back Ali Tate, a trailblazer in the fashion industry and a voice of empowerment.Ali Tate, renowned for being Victoria's Secret's first-ever plus-size model and recognized as one of Vogue's top-earning Plus Size Models, is not just a celebrated figure in the fashion world but also a coach, podcast host, mother, and a vanguard for body positivity.Her journey from a highly successful plus-size model to a source of inspiration and empowerment is nothing short of transformative. Ali's experiences of public scrutiny and 'cancellation' led her to profound self-discovery and growth, enabling her to guide others in overcoming their hurdles. She combines her extensive knowledge with radical honesty to help individuals confront and conquer their blocks, embracing their power like a Goddess.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The profound link between the vocal cords and the womb, and its significance in our lives.Preparing oneself holistically for stepping out as a fully expressed individual.Conducting an "integrity check" -- understanding when and how to consider critiques and feedback.Ali's personal growth through multiple public cancellation attempts and embracing the mantra "only God can cancel me."The transformative "rapid rewire" process for overcoming traumas and unlocking personal potential.Explore the dynamics of self-expression, resilience in the face of adversity, and the journey towards embracing one's authentic self.Don't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice where Ali guides us in embracing our truths, understanding the balance between expression and introspection, and nurturing our inner strength and resilience.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Discover more about Ali's journey, insights, and her coaching methods by connecting with her at

Today, we are thrilled to welcome Tea Master So-Han Fan to the Ceremony Circle Podcast. So-Han Fan is not just a tea master; he's the founder of West China Tea and the host of the award-winning YouTube channel Tea House Ghost. With over 20 years of experience in Gong Fu Cha and 17 years of teaching, So-Han's journey in tea has taken him through China, establishing connections with tea farmers, masters, and traditional artisans since 2010. He also serves as the Chairperson of the Austin-Xishuangbanna Sister Cities Committee.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:1. Understanding Gong Fu Cha and So-Han's unique "cascade meditation."2. Insights into why So-Han doesn't refer to it as a tea "ceremony."3. Exploring tea as a form of plant medicine.4. Honoring tea's origins and its non-lineage tradition in China.5. Tips on selecting tea and appreciating its properties, allowing the tea to "be the star" of the pour.In today's signature closing Ceremony Circle practice, immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of So-Han playing the Hulusi, a unique instrument native to China.Join us in this enlightening conversation to deepen your connection with the world of tea.To experience So-Han's curated collection of teas and tea ware, visit West China Tea and use the exclusive discount code ALYWCT10 at checkout. Don't forget to check out Tea House Ghost on YouTube for more insights into the world of tea.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.

On today's journey, you'll meet the multi-talented Valerie June Hockett, a Grammy-nominated artist from Tennessee. Lauded by the New York Times as a standout talent, she's a musician, singer, songwriter, poet, illustrator, and author. She's served with the President's Committee for the Arts and Humanities, released critically acclaimed albums, and written for musical legends. Her books include the Amazon #1 Best Selling children's book "Maps for the Modern World" and her new book, “Light Beams, a Workbook for Being Your Badass Self”.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:How to align yourself with the benevolence of the Universe The power and relevance of the "badass respect mantra" The role plants have played as one of Valerie's main awakening guides Balancing spirituality with the tumultuous world of the music industry Why it's essential to appreciate simple pleasures as gateways to profound miraclesClosing Ceremony Circle Practice: Valerie guides us in the “Light Beam Visualization Exercise” from her brand new book: “Light Beams, a Workbook for Being Your Badass Self”Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Valerie June and her projects on her website, valeriejune.com, or in IG: @valeriejuneThis episode was made possible by KA! Enjoy their Kanna plant medicine products and other special offers using the discount code CEREMONYCIRCLE at https://kaempathogenics.com/?sca_ref=3781007.rEjaBfWJ99

Today's journey begins on a deep dive with Ssanyu Birigwa, a Narrative Medicine Clinician, Indigenous Bone Healer and Adjunct Professor for the Master of Science Narrative Medicine program at Columbia University.With over 15 years of experience in community health, Ssanyu is also the visionary co-founder of Narrative Bridge, a firm specializing in narrative medicine training. Celebrated for her insights into the nexus of health and spirituality, Ssanyu champions self-healing through integrated storytelling techniques, such as her innovative Pause3 method. Awarded the 2016-2017 Columbia University Narrative Medicine Fellowship, she has shared her expertise on global stages, including the Sorbonne Université Paris, and has collaborated with revered institutions like John Hopkins and NYU. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Be a part of a super intimate, raw conversation between two devoted friendsSsanyu's work as a Doula & how her Indigenous bone healer roots and Master's Degree are uniquely amplifying this current Doula callingThe latest from her father's village in Uganda and how you can make a trip there with her soonWhy it's important to remember babies are born SovereignThe powerful initiations and insistence of authenticity and truth that spirit babies bring to your life Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Discover more about Ssanyu, her projects, and her booking details at ssanyubirigwa.com.This episode was made possible by KA! Enjoy their Kanna plant medicine products and other special offers using the discount code CEREMONYCIRCLE at https://kaempathogenics.com/?sca_ref=3781007.rEjaBfWJ99

Meet Dr. Cass Naumann: an esteemed Integral Chinese Medicine doctor, licensed and board-certified acupuncturist, and herbalist. Her journey into the spiritual realm saw her being ordained as a Daoist priest, and her proficiency extends as a medical qigong and reiki master teacher.Dr. Cass is recognized as a wisdom keeper, blending the rich medicine traditions from both the East and West. As a ceremonialist, she has deep connections to the rituals of incense, tea, and plants, skills which she meticulously honed in Kyoto, Japan. Furthermore, she stands out as a trauma-informed integrative medicine expert and a KAP trained ketamine guide. Beyond her extensive medical repertoire, Dr. Cass shines as a musician and has made a mark as an international retreat leader and facilitator.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode: 1. The story behind Dr. Cass's calling to become an ordained Daoist Priest & Integral Chinese Medicine Doctor 2. How her cinematic pursuits, from the Cannes Film Festival to assisting magicians, played a role in her life 3. How Dr. Cass guides and supports you in both preparing for & integrating after journeys and even medicine work 4. Deep, heartwarming medicine stories of smoke, fire, and incense ceremony that's been passed to her to share 5. The touching tale of honoring music producer George Reiff and the profound role he played in her spiritual awakening and musicianshipClosing Ceremony Circle Practice: Dr. Cass immerses us in chanting a very potent mantra.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Connect with Dr. Cass Naumann on IG (@doctor.cass) or on her website, doctorcass.com.To explore her medicinal incense options, visit https://www.doctorcass.com/shopThis episode has been made possible by KA! Kanna plant medicine offerings. Receive a community discount utilizing code CEREMONYCIRCLE: https://kaempathogenics.com/?sca_ref=3781007.rEjaBfWJ99.

This episode originally aired on “The Higher Self" podcast with Danny Morel. We'll be back with a brand new, fresh episode in two weeks!***Do you often find yourself searching for answers outside of yourself?What if I told you that all of life's answers are already within you?In this episode of The Higher Self, you'll be introduced to the incredible journey of Alyson Charles, an internationally renowned shaman, and best-selling author who has helped countless individuals discover their own inner power by connecting with their spiritual animals and gifts.As Alyson shares her story of divine intervention and multiple spiritual awakenings, you'll learn about the transformative power of connecting with the divine and the beauty of quieting your mind, healing and opening your heart, and stepping into your power and your spiritual gifts.Tune into one of the most unique episodes that we've had so far on The Higher Self!_Alyson Charles:Alyson is a world-leading author, teacher, medium and shaman who is called to bring sacred rituals and shamanic teachings to the mainstream in powerfully unique ways. Forbes magazine named Alyson a “Full-fledged Guide into Your Psyche” and a “Leading Shaman and Author for Expanding Others into Their Full Power and Gifts.” Oprah Magazine recommends Alyson's work as a “Top Meditation to Try.” Her work has been featured in The New York Times, National Geographic, and many other publications. Alyson has shared shamanic journeys for audiences larger than 15,000 and was the resident energy guru for the world's top wellness platform.Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamalysoncharles/⁠The Book: ⁠https://www.alysoncharles.com/animalpower⁠Join Us At AWAKEN Your Highest Self – https://www.dannymorel.com/awakenJoin The Community – https://www.dannymorel.com/communityConnect with Danny:Website | https://www.dannymorel.com/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dannymorel/LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannymorel/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Danny.Morel.Page

Today we're joined by Tracee Stanley. She is the author of the bestselling book “Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity” and the forthcoming “The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember”.She is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 20 years of study in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters. As a post-lineage teacher, Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. Tracee is gifted in illuminating the magic and power found in liminal space and weaving devotion and practice into daily life.Top 5 Things You'll Learn From This Episode:What is the Luminous Self? And why it's vital to reconnect withTracee and I BOTH honestly share life experiences that first stripped away our power and how we boldly and bravely reclaimed itWhat “Jibba Jabba” is and how to do itWhat “Abhinevesha” is and the importance of incorporating it into your lifeWhy resting in joy can be the most rebellious & empowering thing you can do.Closing Ceremony Circle PracticeStick around to the end for our signature closing ritual: today we wrap up with Tracee guiding an incredibly powerful “embracing transition” practice that allows you to stay centered in your power,regardless of what discomfort or challenge may be presenting.Connect with me on Instagram: @IAMALYSONCHARLES or on my website, alysoncharles.com.Discover the joy of Kanna plant medicine with "KA!" – the heart-opening supplement hailed as the happiest plant on the planet. Available in both tincture and chew form, these safe, non-addictive, handmade products promise deep connections. As someone who has personally been deeply enriched by Kanna, I vouch for its transformative power. Shop now and use code "CEREMONYCIRCLE" for an exclusive discount. Dive into the world of Kanna today!

Welcome to a fresh episode of Ceremony Circle with your Official Ceremony Circle Guide and bestselling author of Animal Power book and card deck, Alyson Charles Storey. Today, we are graced by the presence of Flora Ware, a sacred sound priestess and founder of Earth Song Temple. A vocal coach to spiritual entrepreneurs, Flora uses her platform to encourage confident communication. She passionately believes in the power of voice as an instrument of healing and manifestation.Flora's journey into the spiritual realm began in 1993 when she attended a full moon women's circle at just the age of 14. This experience awakened her inner Celtic witch, setting her on a lifelong path of divine feminine devotion. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Flora's transformational journey from a classically trained opera singer to a sacred musicianThe distinctions between chanting, toning, and singingHow to use your voice in ritual and spiritual practices, regardless of your perceived singing abilitiesThe vital role of the throat chakra in sharing your unique gifts with the worldA special vocalizing technique for throat chakra healingDon't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice where Flora offers a special vocalizing technique, along with a poem. Connect with me on Instagram @IAMALYSONCHARLES or visit my website alysoncharles.com. Discover more about Flora Ware and how to work with her on her website floraware.ca.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to receive a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Welcome soul family to the Ceremony Circle Podcast. I'm your host, Alyson Charles Storey, shaman and bestselling author of the Animal Power book and card deck. Today, we're joined by Stephanie Wang, the passionate founder and CEO of KA! Empathogenics.From Wall Street to ABC Film and now in the realm of plant-based medicine, Stephanie's incredible journey has led her to the creation of KA!, a 100% plant-based supplement that taps into the transformative power of Kanna. This heart-opening succulent from South Africa, clinically proven to activate an immediate sense of grounded energy, helps people feel more alive, connected, and capable. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The healing properties of Kanna, a succulent from South Africa, and how it helps open your heart Stephanie's transformative journey from corporate finance on Wall Street to plant medicine and CEOThe importance of intention and honor when working with products that contain sacred plant medicinesHow to cross the threshold into a new paradigm meant for youThe potential pitfalls in the emerging wellness and spiritual industries when integrity is not upheldIn this deeply personal episode, Stephanie also shares her own dark nights of the soul, overcoming life-altering blocks and rites of passage. Don't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice where Stephanie guides you in how to work with intentionality and integrity with Kanna.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Stephanie Wang, her work, and her product KA! on IG at @stephaniewang5d. Learn about KA! on their instagram and get some of your own! Use the discount code CEREMONYCIRCLE at checkout for an additional discount. This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Today we are joined by the incredibly gifted Ash Sumida. Ash is not just the co-owner of 3rd Eye Cacao and 3rd Eye Meditation Lounge, but also an inspiring community builder who's been facilitating a range of gatherings in Austin, Texas for over a decade— including cacao ceremonies, authentic relating circles, and Gene Keys human design study groups. Ash is also a trained teacher in metaphysical healing arts and somatic integration. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The healing power of cacao and why Ash believes it could save the worldThe importance of ceremonial etiquette in cacao ceremoniesHow to choose the right type of cacao for your heartAsh's journey in metaphysical healing arts and somatic integrationHer motivation to remain a devoted student of life and the worldI invite you to prepare your own cup of cacao while you listen—and join us in this enriching conversation.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or on my website alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Ash Sumida and her work at 3rd Eye Cacao and 3rd Eye Meditation Lounge.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Today, we have guest Krista Williams, the co-founder of Almost 30, a top 50 podcast, global brand, and community.Krista brings a wealth of experience from her background in digital marketing, sales, and strategy from a Fortune 100 company. She stepped away from corporate life to build Almost 30 from scratch with her best friend and co-host Lindsay Simcik. Since its launch in 2016 it has exceeded over 50 million downloads and received nominations for 'Best Wellness Podcast' and 'Best Spirituality Podcast' by iHeartRadio. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The challenges and rewards of being an empathNavigating breakups and the profound lessons they can teach usMaintaining a healthy friendship and business relationshipKrista's personal experiences in various spiritual ceremoniesInsights on working honorably with plant medicine Join us on this journey to embrace the power of empathy and learn how your sensitivities can become your greatest gifts. Connect with me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or visit my website alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Krista Williams and her work on IG at @itskrista or itskrista.co. Check out her tarot deck at moderntarot.com, and listen to Almost 30 wherever you get your podcasts! This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Sacred Share Alert: While this episode reveals our family journey with conception, we are not asking for or open to any advice or suggestions on the matter, regardless of their positive intentions. Thank you for honoring our journey and this request.It's been a Divine weaving from the beginning - my first time meeting my husband Luke Storey was on episode 111 of his podcast—and now we are together, married, and recording this episode of 111 on MY podcast from our home!If you don't know Luke, he is a motivational speaker, writer, philosopher, and teacher of metaphysics and devotional non-duality, is also the creator and host of the top-rated podcast “The Life Stylist”, garnering over 12 million downloads. Luke's journey is one of resilience — overcoming childhood trauma, adolescent criminality, and chronic drug addiction — to emerge as a thought leader in the health and wellness industry.He has spent 25 years refining his wellness lifestyle and spiritual philosophy for personal growth and healing. Combining timeless spiritual practices with an extensive background in Hollywood as a musician and celebrity fashion stylist, he established Gilded by Luke Storey in 2022, the world's first fashion-forward blue-blocking eyewear brand.This is a very special episode 111, as we share details of our spontaneous Vegas wedding (with Elvis as our officiator), the magic of our first three dates, that included our unexpected spiritual marriage at the close of a sacred grandfather medicine ceremony and much more. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The magic of our first three dates and our spontaneous Vegas weddingOur personal journey towards starting our own familyInsights into our spiritual gifts and how they complement each otherLuke's powerful path from overcoming adversity to becoming a wellness and consciousness thought leaderReflections on our growth since our first podcast experience together many years ago Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com Learn more about Luke Storey on IG at @lukestorey or lukestorey.com. Listen to his podcast “The Life Stylist” wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

I am truly honored to have with us today a special guest and dear friend, Aarona Leá .Aarona is not just a speaker and writer, she is the founder of the Moon Deck, a unique set of cards designed to guide users through their inner worlds and personal development. Aarona was a yoga teacher for many years, and she has been a wellness guide for 16 years, helping to demystify intuition, ritual, and emotional health. With more than two and a half decades of experience in various healing modalities, meditation, alternative therapies, and spiritual studies from around the globe, Aarona's depth of knowledge is unparalleled.As the author and founder of the Moon Deck, Aarona's goal is simple: she believes in uncomplicated self-love and daily self-care, making it accessible for women everywhere. With features in Goop, Mind Body Green, Gaia, Thrive Global, Well and Good, and many more—her work has reached far and wide.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:We give each other readings from our own decks that each of us has authoredUnderstanding the magic of her newest deck, I Am The RitualSetting intentions for self-forgivenessUnique ways to greet the sun and the moonInsights into our recent evolutionary journeys and living a balanced, healthy spiritual pathAnd make sure to stick around for Aarona's Ceremony Circle closing practice “Hello Day, Hello Night”—a beautiful, simple ritual to help you step into your best self for the day—and be present to the joy and beauty in your life.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Connect with Aarona on her website, aaronalea.com, or themoondeck.com.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

In this amazing episode of Ceremony Circle Podcast, I'm honored to have the incredible Tory Archbold join me. Tory is the CEO and Founder of Powerful Steps, an online community and platform for women making global impact. A master of her craft, Tory has built a successful career and authored a book called Self-Belief is Your Superpower.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Tory's journey as my longtime client, and the impact of our time together as shaman and “ideal” menteeHer near-death experience, spiritual awakening, and the lessons she learned along the wayHow she dealt with being harassed and stalked for more than a decade, and what she took away from that experienceBuilding your personal brand by standing with your values and the power of getting firedThe life-changing mantra Tory swears by to draw in miracles and transform your lifeDon't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice,"The Secret Whispers of Life Shower Meditation," a powerful ritual shared by a monk teacher of Tory's more than a decade ago.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Tory Archbold, her work, and her book at powerfulsteps.com or on IG at @powerfulsteps.

Welcome to another incredible episode of Ceremony Circle with your host, shaman, and bestselling author of Animal Power Book and Card Deck, Alyson Charles. Today, we embark on a unique voyage with our special guest, Dr. Nisha Khanna, a board-certified MD who has been practicing medicine since 2005. With a powerful blend of Eastern and Western medicine, Dr. Nisha creates customized health solutions that produce transformative results.Having studied Ayurveda under Dr. Vasant Lad, functional medicine, mind-body therapies, and energy healing, Dr. Nisha's multidisciplinary approach bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern practices. Join us as we discuss her incredible journey, her childhood experiences, and how her parents influenced her life and work.In this episode, I share my first-ever experience with Dr. Nisha's Marma therapy, which included frequency affirmations, sound healing, and even a visit from her dog from the spiritual realms. Prepare to be moved by Dr. Nisha's beautiful medicinal poetry and dive into the hidden ancient secret of Marma therapy.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Dr. Nisha's unique multidisciplinary approach that bridges Eastern and Western medicineAlyson's first-hand experience with Marma therapy and its transformative effectsThe power of frequency affirmations and sound healing in Dr. Nisha's practiceDr. Nisha's journey to becoming a double doctor and how her parents played a pivotal role in her lifeThe healing impact of Dr. Nisha's medicinal poetryJoin us on this mystical journey and uncover the hidden ancient secret of Marma with Dr. Nisha KhannaFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comLearn more about Dr. Nisha Khanna and her work on her website nishakhannamd.comThis episode was made possible by my bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Join me today as I dive deep into conversation with Hallie Rose, a woman with an incredible and diverse background, including experiences as a Waldorf teacher, child model and actress, and nanny to high-profile Hollywood actors. Hallie's transformative vision quest in the Inyo Mountains ignited her passion for sacred rites of passage, leading her to create Lunar Wild, a company that honors the initiation into womanhood through first period gift boxes for girls.As an energy worker, certified Reiki practitioner, and student of various holistic and alternative modalities, Hallie is devoted to empowering others to celebrate their bodies, break down stigmas, and embrace their sacred cycles. Join us as we discuss the importance of honoring our bodies, share our own first period stories, and explore Hallie's journey with various teachings and experiences.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The importance of celebrating sacred cycles and embracing our bodiesHallie's transformative vision quest in the Inyo Mountains and the birth of Lunar WildOur own first period stories and the power of sharing themHallie's diverse background and experiences with various holistic and alternative modalitiesUnexpected stories and experiences from Hallie's journeyFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Hallie Rose and Lunar Wild on IG @lunarwild or lunarwild.com.This episode was made possible by my bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Join us for a transformative spiritual gathering, the inaugural live in-person Ceremony Circle Event in Austin, Texas on Saturday, June 24th. Our guest is none other than Dogon High Priest Naba Iritah Shenmira, who's journeying from West Africa to lead us in a unique spiritual and energetic cleansing and purification ceremony. This is an incredibly rare opportunity to gain insights into ancient Dogon wisdoms, kept secret for nearly 3000 years! Secure your spot today at@IAMALYSONCHARLES or dogonwisdom.com for early bird pricing. Let's gather, immerse in rituals, and honor the Solstice together. Can't wait to see you there.

Join us today on the Ceremony Circle podcast as we welcome Breathwork Guide, Kathleen Booker, a dear and longtime friend of mine. Kathleen was the very first person I ever did breathwork with, and her heart, integrity, and devotion make her an incredible spiritual teacher.In this episode, we explore Kathleen's journey into breathwork, her life before embracing this practice, and her experiences as a true OG in the spiritual space. We discuss the versatility of her breathwork style in supporting various needs and intentions and share personal and vulnerable stories of how breathwork has helped Kathleen navigate some of life's toughest challenges.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Kathleen's journey into breathwork and her life before becoming a guide and teacherEmbracing the call to immerse in breathwork before it gained widespread popularityThe versatility of Kathleen's breathwork style in supporting various intentionsPersonal stories of Kathleen overcoming challenges with the help of breathworkExperience Kathleen's impactful breathwork styleDon't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice, where Kathleen guides us through her signature breathwork style in "Breath as Your Superpower with Kathleen Booker."Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com. To learn more about Kathleen Booker and her work, visit her website at kathleenbooker.net or find her on IG @thejedi_of_calm.This episode was made possible by my bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Join me in another new episode of Ceremony Circle Podcast as I, your host, shaman and bestselling author, Alyson Charles Storey, dive into the world of Vedic meditation with Emmy award-winning actor and meditation teacher, Jeff Kober.Jeff, known for his acting roles in Big Sky, NCIS Los Angeles, Walker, General Hospital, and other hit shows, has also been a teacher of Vedic meditation since 2007. His recently published book, "Embracing Bliss: 108 Daily Meditations" is now available, along with his companion podcast, "Embracing Bliss with Jeff Kober."Top 6 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:How I met Jeff and received my mantra from him, including the wild dream I had after the first day of meditation classWhat mantras are, and the benefits of Vedic meditationThe concept of adaptation energy and its role in stress relief and blissWhat "following charm" meansSome epic stories from Jeff's acting career, including tales of demon horns and playing dark charactersJeff's daily devotion to meditation and how it has transformed his lifeStay tuned to the very end for our closing ceremony circle practice, guided by Jeff, to connect with present moment awareness. This episode is packed with wisdom, loving conscious awareness, and powerful stories that you won't want to miss!Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com. Learn more about Jeff Kober and his work at jeff-kober.com or follow his podcast, "Embracing Bliss with Jeff Kober."

Today's Ceremony Circle podcast is a dive into the spirit of your home with our special guest Cody Maher. After a near-fatal health crisis ended her career as an aerialist and acrobat, Cody discovered her passion for wellness and founded Agency Wellness. As a house therapist, she helps clients see their homes as living entities that hold a vital influence in their lives.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Cody's transition from performing around the world to discovering wellness and becoming a house therapist The essence of Feng Shui and its impact on our living spacesPractical tips to instantly enhance and enrich the energy of your homeWhat to expect from a home report by Cody Maher and how you can experience it tooCody's incredible background as an aerialist and acrobat, and how her near-fatal health crisis transformed her lifeFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comConnect with Cody Maher on IG at @codymaher18 or at agencywellness.org to learn more about her house therapy services and wellness coaching.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Join us today with our special guest Dr. Nikki Starr, a medical doctor turned transformational life coach with a rich background in Colombian lineage and healing traditions and a unique perspective on life's challenges.Dr. Nikki has traveled the world, touching every continent except Antarctica, to research and awaken her innate healing and intuitive abilities. Her unique journey led her to transition from a traditional medical career to focusing on facilitating healing through energy. As a testament to her resilience and dedication, Dr. Nikki overcame bankruptcy and reached financial success, even achieving $100,000 months. With stories of appearances on the Fox Show "Utopia" as Dr. Love, Dr. Nikki Starr is dedicated to empowering others to turn pain into power, awaken their healing abilities, and become the magnificent beings they were always meant to be. Top Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Dr. Nikki's time at spiritual school in ItalyHow to turn pain into powerLeaning into divine feminine energyThe process of becoming a goddess againHow you can awaken your own healing abilitiesGetting into Energetic alignment for financial abundance How to be willing to let it all go, so you can live your greatest potentialMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice, called “Magnetic In Your Presence.” Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Dr. Nikki Starr and her work on IG at @drnikkistarr or drnikkistarr.com.

Hey there, Soul Fam! It's Alyson Charles Storey, your guide and host of Ceremony Circle podcast. I have an exciting update to share with you today— beginning this April (2023), new episodes will be shifting to every other week. I promise you won't want to miss what's coming up! I have some epic interviews in the works, including chats with bone healer shamans, New York Times best-selling spiritual authors, integrity-filled plant medicine facilitators, highest ordained priests and priestesses from ancient lineages, tantric masters and more. In addition, keep an eye out for surprise bonus episodes where I'll share weekly power animal readings, give you a peek into seer sessions with clients, and more. Be sure to hit the “Subscribe” button on whatever platform you listen to Ceremony Circle on, so you're sure to keep sitting with us and never miss these transformational and rich episodes!Thank you for your devoted listenership, and I can't wait to share more divine truths and medicine with you soon.

I could not be more thrilled than what I currently am to bring you this new Ceremony Circle podcast episode. Out of the thousands of interviews I've conducted in my career, THIS is the most powerful conversation I've ever had. This episode is for the record books—serving all of humanity, all living beings across all time and space serving for all of the highest greatest earthly good. If this episode resonates with you like it did with me, for the first time ever, I'm asking you to share this epic conversation I have with Dogon High Priest Naba Iritah Shenmira, with any family, friends and colleagues you can think of.Naba Iritah Shenmira is the son of the late Master Naba, and Master Naba began his spiritual initiations at the age of eight. His initiatic masters realized that he was a great reincarnation and prepared him to be a prophet and master. Master Naba eventually achieved the highest rank of priesthood, and as a Dogan high priest and master healer, he traveled extensively from temple to temple, increasing his spiritual knowledge and dedicating his life to cultural activism. Master Naba was granted permission to lift the veil of secrecy for the first time since the time of the invasions, providing access to the first levels of the Dogon initiation system.He is the only authentic Dogon Master and High Priest with the knowledge, authority and permission from the Dogon royalty and elders to establish an institution to initiate people outside of Africa.Master Naba was revered worldwide as an authority in the fields of healing, spirituality, astronomy, parapsychology, metaphysics, sociology, psychology, philosophy, geomancy. He spoke 13 different languages and dedicated his life to educating people on humanity's original spiritual principles and practices, and now his son, Naba Iritah Shenmira, who so generously sits here with us today, carries on the potent legacies of these ancient practices and ways of their people that haven't been shared for nearly 3000 years! Top 6 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The truths of Shamanism, ancient Kemetic teachings and Dogon ancient healing rituals—now being shared because they are for all of humanityWhy the deep importance of bringing these teachings to ALL, especially to the Western world, and allowing all people to not only learn, but also become initiated in these sacred traditionsThe Bayuali Earth energy readings - the priests use the science of reading the Earth's energies, which is over 70,000 years old, originating in the oldest temples in AfricaThe concept of time in their calendar system and how it relates to human purpose being fed by the earth and destinies intertwinedDogon divination, and the concept of ancestral awareness through divination links and the truths to the pyramidsTraditional cleansing and healing rituals—how you can learn humanity's original forms of meditationFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comVisit Naba on IG @nabairitahshenmira and visit theearthcenter.org or anhlife.org.

In a rare treat for Ceremony Circle, we have a returning guest—Rina Trevi. Rina first joined me in episode 63, and if you heard that conversation, it will be no surprise to you that I wanted to have her on again!Rina is many things, but she mainly calls herself a vulnerability coach. For more than a decade, she's traveled the world in pursuit of deep understanding and practice of eastern spirituality, immersing herself in tantric, erotic, and spiritual expression.She's been a full-time dominatrix, doula, and sexological bodyworker—walking hundreds of men and women into getting in touch with their deeper selves through practices of surrender and vulnerability. After connecting with Rina and her first podcast appearance, I knew I was supposed to work with her in some capacity, but I landed clearly on being guided to having a yoni massage. The experience ended up being so profound that I wanted to have her back on, to focus solely on this topic.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:What a yoni massage is, why you would want to get one, and the potential benefitsWhy there are so few yoni massage therapists in the world—and the big way Rina is now on a mission to change that with her new certification program called SuhaiWe cover my five hour yoni massage session—what it was like and how it forever changed meWhat amarita is How being triggered in a very safe, sacred container, actually holds great potential for deeper intimacy and infinite healingFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Visit Rina's website, suhai.world to learn more about her certification program called Suhai.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Light a candle, grab a cozy beverage and get ready for this brand new episode—featuring expert in Akashic records, reiki, and Kundalini yoga, Vanessa Lambert. Vanessa has been a conduit for group and individual transformation for the past 30 years as well as a retreat facilitator. She shares her incredible and unique wellness retreat recipe: how she's cultivated her retreats to have more of a “wellness festival” vibe to them. That includes a more holistic approach to health, fitness, and spirituality, rooted in her own insatiable pursuit of the world's leading edge healing modalities, whether they be modern or ancient in origin. Her next retreat begins April 26th in a stunning location in Mexico—you can find out more at beethewellness.com/bee-fest-palmaia. If you are feeling the call to attend, just enter the discount code ALYSON at checkout for $500 off. This will be a star-studded cast of musicians, guides and healers—and you won't want to miss it.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The surprising reason most clients come her way to get an Akashic readingHow you are probably already accessing the Akashic records and might not realize itWhy Kundalini yoga is so powerful and efficient for rapid changeStories of her early psychedelic experiencesThe beautiful story of her 20 year relationship with her partner Adam, including how they have managed to stay aligned all this time, even as they're both on the evolutionary pathMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: we have the special treat of hearing Vanessa's Akashic prayer—one that she does not share in public often.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Connect with Vanessa on IG: @starseed.collective. Find out more about Bee the Wellness at beethewellness.com, and make sure to check out the retreat offerings—particularly the one coming up April 26th where you can utilize code ALYSON at checkout for $500 off.

It is a true honor and pleasure to have you voyaging with us today with Kaitlyn Kaerhart. She is a returning guest and also a renowned numerologist, author, and musician. She first studied numerology with an esteemed Indian mystic before spending the following years studying with shamans and healers to help her understand the full power of the numbers in our lives, including numerology's relationship with astrology, tarot, and other healing practices. Kaitlyn is the author of the book, “You Are Cosmic Code: Essential Numerology.”When you're done with this episode, if it's really speaking to you, check out her online numerology course. Use code ALYSON at checkout to get 10% off!Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:A deep dive into 2023 numerology—what is the number for this year and its signature traitsWhat that number has to do with Bruce LeeWhy Kaitlyn says this is our year to initiate, surrender and do the deep inner workThe themes that each month for this year hold, such as April being all about partnership and balance, or July being about freedom and change etc.My personal numbers for this year, the big predictions around pregnancy and moreFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.For more information about Kaitlyn and her numerology course, visit her website (and don't forget to use code ALYSON at checkout for your soul fam discount). Get her book “You Are Cosmic Code: Essential Numerology” wherever books are sold. You can also follow her on instagram: @kaerhart

For you regular listeners, you know, I've been diving into deep learnings around different forms of sacred sensuality, dharmic sexuality, and more, so it goes without saying, it is a true honor to be joined by tantric visionary innovator in bio energetic tantra fusion, and the founder of the Chandra Bindu Tantra Institute: Dawn Cartwright through Dawn's ab. Through Dawn's unique ability to reveal the sacred within oneself and to experience intimacy within all things, she has been led to teaching neo tantra internationally for almost 30 years, inspiring couples and singles alike to reach their full, ecstatic potential and have the best sex of their lives.But that's not all. Dawn has a degree in psychology from the University of California Davis, along with extensive trainings in neotantra, tantra yoga, bioenergetics, meditation, and yoga. She studied many schools of tantra, including Sri Vidya tantra, neotantra, Kriya Yoga and others, and she's had the honor of receiving these transmissions from some of the most acclaimed tantric masters of modern times.Also, this should probably go without saying, but this is indeed mature subject matter, so listeners over 18 only for this episode please.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The incredible story of Dawn being unexpectedly led into the world of sex magic and tantra What the differences are between Tantra and Neotantra What a couple's neotantric retreat looks like, and the surprising rules and some of the places of exploration that happened there—like new ways to express the love you feel during love making and new ways to light up your bodies with pleasure and intimacy etc.Why Dawn says we are the ecstasy we've been longing for all of our livesWhy Tantrics believe enlightenment is possible within one lifetime while the practitioner is still aliveWe also discuss why she and tantric teachings share the importance of “the guru is the teacher who is also the deity and the student as well,” along with how to surrender to bliss, examples of full body ecstasy practices and much more! Make sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Dawn leads us in an epically powerful five senses journey called Your Body Temple.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.To learn more about Dawn and her Neotantric Couples Retreat: “The Fire That Pierces the Heart,” happening March 30 - April 02 visit here or connect with her on Facebook.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Today's voyage will take you on a global and other-worldly ride with the incredible Julie Piatt. She's a mystic mother, musician, artist, chef, author, and healer who has lived her life immersed in devotion and expansive creativity. She's a wayshower of finding the divine in all life experiences, and Julie shares her wisdom from a multitude of life events that she's experienced as processes of alchemical transformation.In her experience, her life has shown her that it is the ability to hold the divine perspective in all that life brings before you. That allows for the deepest access to the meanings of life that are waiting to reveal to us. She's also a powerful living example of how to love ourselves more so that we can live our unique design and full expansive self-expression.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The exploration into the number 13, its unique encoding and what it especially holds for this now time Pilgrimages to ancient sights in India and the wild tales of the fires, adventures, miracles and mysteries that living in devotion has brought to JulieHer time at a spiritual anchor point and school called DamanhurA deeper understanding of why, despite there being many incredible gifted, integrity filled powerful women who are spiritual teachers on Earth, why men still seem to get the vast majority of the big platforms in the limelightWhy Julie says neutral, loving compassion is the wayMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Julie guides you to be able to experience in real time what the path of divine devotion is, and you're able to receive a clear understanding of what your next most alive step is to take.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Follow Julie on IG or her subscription-based service @srimudolife. Find out more about her Water Tiger community, her global pilgrimages you can be a part of, and more on her website juliepiatt.com.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Today on Ceremony Circle, we're hanging with a dear friend of mine, Dr. Neeta Bhushan, who just happens to also be releasing one of my favorite books in a while, with the amazing title “That Sucked. Now What?”Dr. Neeta is a world renowned emotional health advocate and expert in the areas of grit and resilience. She's been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, NBC, ABC, CBS and more. Dr. Neeta sold her large million dollar cosmetic dentistry practice to step forward on her own journey to becoming a leader in her field and a voice for immigrant women and women of color. She traveled across 45 countries researching human behavior, ancient eastern philosophy, and therapeutic psychology. She pooled that learning along with other life experiences, which included being orphaned at 19, surviving an abusive marriage and extensive loss. This all contributed to the powerful message of resilience and grit that we are so blessed to dive into today.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This EpisodeHow she was able to stay out of competing in the “trauma Olympics” and escape getting caught in victim mentalityHer unique and powerful definitions of not just resilience, but also what it means to be audaciously resilientThe power of embracing our humanness and why it's actually vital to go out and suck at somethingWhat her signature “fly forward” method is, and how it can transform your suckiest life moments into spiritually awakening onesHow to locate the magic or medicine in the mess, or even the joy and the chaosMake sure to stick around for our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Neeta helps you to self-regulate and find your center and power within just a few minutes when you're in the midst of something challenging.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Get “That Sucked. Now What?”, along with other offerings, at thatsuckednowwhat.com. Learn more about Neeta at neetabhushan.com.

There exists within all of us a deep call to nature. It can help us heal our wounds, inspire us to share our gifts, and truly enrich our lives with its magic. That magic is the root of Deborah Hanekamp's teachings.Deborah Hanekamp, AKA Mama Medicine, is a best-selling author of Ritual Baths and the founder of Space by Mama Medicine. Deborah is a powerful advocate of being a self-healer and passionate in empowering people to trust their own intuition and reclaim their power. She has been on a life-long journey to deepen her connection with nature and brings her own unique perspective on how to cultivate an honoring relationship with it that includes humility and understanding. Deborah also guides retreats, workshops and lectures, globally.In this episode of Ceremony Circle, Deborah also shares some of the things that she has learned, such as physical reactions to being in alignment with one's true Divine power. Deborah also talks about her own experience of pregnancy and how she felt connected to her daughter's spirit even before she was born.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:How to work with our bodies as a divination toolSome of the surprising aspects of ourselves as humans you might not know (like our natural bioluminescence)what healing fragmentation isThe most “witchy” thing about Deborah (and the answer will probably surprise you!)What the witch wound is and what owning any type of wounds can provide for usFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comFollow Deborah Hanekamp (Mama Medicine) on Instagram or visit mamamedicine.com.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal.

Taking responsibility and devoting to healing ourselves needs to become a priority in our lives—and there are many ways to do it. Diego Perez knows this, and is making it easier for that healing to happen for many others.Diego (who you may know as Yung Pueblo), is a meditator, New York Times bestselling author of two books, including his most recent work, "Lighter.” He has dedicated his life to understanding the human condition, self-healing, and healthy relationships. Diego has also co-founded a venture capital company, Wisdom Ventures, which invests in companies that are designing their products in a compassionate manner. He is passionate about connecting with his community and helping people to reach a level of true self-love.In this episode of Ceremony Circle, we explore the world of personal transformation with Yung Pueblo. He shares his story of overcoming poverty, his rock bottom moment, and how he eventually found the courage to trust himself. He also talks about the specific meditation practice he devotes to, and how it has helped him to purify his mind and increase his creativity. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:How striving for perfection is not possible on earth - and why we should instead strive to understand and love ourselvesSome of the ways that self-awareness and self-love can be developed through personal transformationWhy trusting oneself is essential in order to create different energy and reach one's goalsHow the magic of meditation can help purify the mind and increase creativityUsing his own experiences, Yung Pueblo tells us how courage and bravery are required to walk the path of personal transformationFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comFollow Yung Pueblo on Instagram or visit yungpueblo.com.

In today's world, it's more important than ever to put our trust in our own hearts and souls and the Divine. Seeing this need, and experiencing some personal hardships, inspired Ananta Ripa Ajmera to take action.Ananta Ripa Ajmera is an award-winning author, spiritual teacher, and co-founder and CEO of The Ancient Way. After moving cross-country to the East Coast and having to let go of relationships and her home twice, Ananta was inspired to write her new book, The Way of the Goddess. Through her own spiritual journey and initiations, Ananta was able to transform her life and gain the courage to face her fears and inner demons. Ananta is passionate about helping others create their own “fertile soil” and “vision” to help them survive and stay strong. She also emphasizes the importance of honoring the divine directives and cycles and seasons, even when we feel fear or resistance. Through her story, she hopes to inspire others to take a leap of faith, stand their ground and trust the process.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:How the daily rituals in Ananta's book, The Way of the Goddess, can help awaken your inner warrior and discover your true selfHow writing the book was an arduous process which required a lot of letting go and pushing out of her comfort zoneThe way Ananta was able to confront and transcend ancestral scripts and patterns of emotional eating that she had deeply struggled withWhy trusting, believing and having faith in yourself is important for overcoming challenges and creating a vision that supports youHow using the barometer of assessing the effectiveness of what you want to say can help in the healing processMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: a releasing and renewing ceremony facilitated by Ananata, using the Gayatri Mantra.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comFollow Ananta on Instagram or visit theancientway.co.

Connecting with your own mind, body, spirit and heart is absolutely vital. Doing so will help you understand yourself on a deeper level and —Dr. Nicole LePera has made it her mission to help others do just that.Dr. LePera is a New York Times best selling author, clinical psychologist and spiritual teacher. She is passionate about helping people reconnect with their inner self and experience transformation on their journey to spiritual enlightenment. Nicole was in her late twenties when she began to experience physical symptoms and realized she had been living a disconnected life, compromising her own needs to fit society's beliefs. After a period of learning about the power of the body and its intelligence, she wrote her first book, “How to Do the Work,” to make the concept of self-awareness and spiritual awakening accessible to many and her new book, “How to Meet Yourself” is also now available.Nicole is an advocate for self-care and encourages people to draw a line and hold a space for both themselves and those around them. She believes that understanding triggers and habits can bring compassion and grace, and invites others to join her on her journey.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:The importance of meeting oneself and the journey to enlightenmentBecoming aware of one's body and nervous system and how to bring oneself into a state of calm presenceTaking responsibility for one's own actions and setting boundaries with narcissistic family members The influence of environment and relationships on the development of the brain and nervous systemRecognizing triggers, habits, and patterns in order to experience compassion, grace and healing evolutionMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Dr. LePera guides us in a powerful journey for self-discoveryFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comFollow Dr. Nicole LePera on Instagram or on theholisticpsychologist.comThis episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout for your Soul Fam discount.

Recording for the first time from our healing sanctuary of a home in Austin, I bring to you a very special episode of Ceremony Circle, featuring an intimate conversation with me and my husband Luke Storey.This being the first episode of 2023, we look both at the things that have happened to us and the exciting things coming our way this year and beyond.We share experiences of addiction, self-acceptance, spiritual perfectionism, and some ways we have drawn closer together. Join us as we discuss our journey further into true intimacy, setting boundaries, and creating a world with more fairness, love, and truth.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:how setting boundaries can be crucial for protecting yourself from abuse, toxic behaviors, codependency etc.why having authentic and honest relationships is key for growth our thoughts on homemaking, and how homemakers should be celebrated for their important role, not just for the family unit, but for the entire worldways that meditation and spending time in nature can help connect with the divine shifting from fear to love and focusing on solutions can help create an age of enlightenmentMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Luke gives me a card reading, from my very own Animal Power Card Deck, for the very first time.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comVisit Luke's Instagram, listen to his podcast, The Life Stylist or check out the top health, metaphysical & wellness products he most recommends here.

Marysia Miernowska is a green witch, herbalist and author who is dedicated to supporting a deepening of the love and regenerative relationship between Earth and people. Marysia is also the formulator and cofounder of Ritual Beauty, an all-organic regenerative anti aging skincare line. In this episode of the Ceremony Circle podcast, Marysia discusses how she connects with, speaks with and works with plants and nature. She talks about her book, the Witch's Herbal Apothecary, and her School of the Sacred Wild. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode: The role of plants in supporting human resiliency and health The importance of honoring and protecting the wild places on EarthThe power of embracing emotions and expression in a way that doesn't cause harmMarysia's international and travel-filled upbringinghow she learned different ways of tending to the Earth and sharing regenerative grassroots Earth medicine. Make sure to join us in our closing practice: a guided drumming journey that allows us to connect with nature in unique and profound waysFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comConnect with Marysia on her website at schoolofthesacredwild.comThis episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout for your Soul Fam discount!

Today's episode brings with it such a unique and beautiful texture, as you'll get to meet a personal friend and my guitar teacher, Mellisa Reeves.Apart from teaching guitar, piano and many other instruments, Mellisa is also a transformational facilitator, lifelong musician, doula, and gatherer. Her passion is to create space for people to heal through reclaiming the communal practices of song and ceremony.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:tips for some first steps to take if singing and playing instruments has been calling to you her take on what embodiment really is and how to experience itwhy it's so important that she felt the call to become an embodiment facilitatorMellisa shares about a pivotal life experience and spiritual awakeningsher “origin story” being the oldest of 10 kids who were homeschooled on a farm in Northern Canada, and how it shaped her.Being a student of Mellisa is really incredible and along those lines, we talk about music as medicine—and how you can create it too.Make sure to join us in our closing practice: Mellisa immerses us in a closing practice of embodiment that also weaves in her playing the shruti box, that can open up some life-changing realizations for you.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Discover more about what Mellisa offers (and potentially work with her) on her website, mellisareeves.com.This episode was made possible by my bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Samson Odusanya is a lot of things—a husband, father guide, facilitator, medicine man, and whoever else he's needed to be in the moment. He helps people to remember their own power, create harmony and wholeness within themselves. In today's chat, the energies flowed us right into the topic of healthily learning how to unlock and transmute stuck anger or rage energies (a topic I've been in a process of learning for a while). On today's episode we share with you examples of how we were guided and let ourselves lean into this work, as well as some key takeaways from our personal experiences that can hopefully be of service for you. Top 5 Things You'll Learn From This Episode:benefits of breathwork vivid details of Samson's recent trip to the Amazon jungleSamson vulnerably shares about his connection with Great Spirit / Father Sky & what he had been noticing about his gap in that connectionexploration and curiosity, and why we both value these as main themes of lifewhat his time in the jungles profoundly revealed to him about that that's forever changed his lifeMake sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Samson guides us in a practice called “What's Alive For Me?” Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Follow Samson on IG at @samsons_strengthThis episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Rebecca Campbell is an Australian author and mystic who has written six books and created numerous courses and workshops on spirituality and self-development. She has been featured in Vogue, the Times, Oprah, Psychologies Magazine, and more.In 2010 she began noticing that The Rose kept popping up in her life in a variety of ways. People she knew would tell her to surround herself with roses, and she started seeing the flower everywhere she went. The Rose became her muse, and she started to write poetry inspired by it. This poetry turned into her first book, which she wrote without any prior understanding of how to write a book. A few years ago, The Rose called to her again, this time inspiring her to create her Rose Oracle Card Deck.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:1. How The Rose called so strongly to Rebecca 2. What the sacred Mysteries of The Rose are 3. Examples of some of the things The Rose can activate and teach4. How The Rose can also be used as a tool for creativity5. How The Rose is also a very potent symbol of feminine energy, and can be used to connect with goddesses like Isis, Mother Mary, and Flora.Make sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: a water blessing ritual of prayers (so make sure to get a glass of water ready!)Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.comVisit Rebecca's website or order her Rose Oracle Deck. This episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout for your Soul Fam discount!

Many people deal with trauma in less-than-healthy ways. Nobody knows this better than Stefanos Sifandos. After escaping his traumas through travel, pornography, food, and even suicidal thoughts, he realized something needed to change.Fast forward to today, Stefanos is a relationship coach and somatics and trauma guide. He merges the best of Eastern and Western methodologies and philosophies to promote balanced sacredness in power, life, and love. Utilizes integrative techniques and methods such as neural empowerment. shamanic practice, breath work, Western psychology, Eastern mysticism, and so much more.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Stefanos's experience traversing the depths of his own pain and his coping mechanismshis aim is to be a voice for the voiceless to assist individuals in actualizing the fullness of their potentialhe vulnerably shares about some his latest discoveries via his growing familysome of the ways Stefanos escaped his traumasome actionable advice we can take ourselves to lean fully in to sacred union and sexWe also add in one of my favorite components of Ceremony Circle today: listener questions! A big thank you to those who submitted a question to @IAMALYSONCHARLES.Today's questions include “how can we reconnect sexually when we're both stressed?”, “how do I create polarity with my male partner If he is passive?”, or “how can you evaluate trying again with someone from your past?” and many more.Make sure to join us in our closing practice, where Stefanos has us healthily tend to the needs of our inner child.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Follow Stefanos on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook: @stefanossifandos and his website, stefanossifandos.comThis episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to get a free guided shamonic journey where you can meet your power animal!

Today we are joined by a dear friend of mine, Carmina Becerra. Carmina is a TV host, speaker, and coach. She has roots in Mexico, and currently makes it her home. Carmina is also a breakthrough guide and co-founder of Camera Ready—a media training from the inside out to make a lasting impact.She originally moved to Hollywood and got her break on Latin television as a TV host on Telemundo, Univision, and Fox Sports en Espanol. Her interviewees include David Beckham, Coldplay, Sofia Vergara, and so many more!Carmina's intentions are to create a world where the media is mindful and empowering. She is driven to amplify the voices of other purpose-driven leaders in the industry, across the board and planet. In fact, Oscar winner Jamie Foxx has said, “Carmina has the Midas touch. Everyone she works with turns to gold.” (and she certainly does share a ton of gems today!)Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:how media has changed throughout the years and how to deal with the pressures of feeling like you have to be a social media starhow you can unearth and share your unique message,if you have any kind of brand or business, how best to share it to be of service with the worldhow public speaking is many people's greatest fear and how she guides people in rewiring your limiting beliefs we also dive into why doing work to improve your media presence will most likely end up being deeper work than you could have imaginedOh, and one last little gem I particularly loved diving deep with —how to healthily integrate your gremlin. Make sure to join us in our closing practice: Carmina leads us in a colorful exercise in self expression.Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Find Carmina on her website, CoachCarmina.com. Check out Camera Ready, her coaching program to help you find and share your voice. You can also follow Carmina on Instagram: @coachcarminaThis episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout to get a Soul Fam discount!

I am so passionate about today's subject matter—and you'll definitely see that come out in my conversation with my long-time friend Ali Tate!Ali was Victoria's Secret's very first plus size model, the co-founder of an intimate skincare brand called Playdates, podcast host, mother, and (as you'll hear in the episode), an embodied shame releaser. During the past decade, she's walked the catwalks for some of the most prestigious brands, and she herself decided to walk through the fires of shame. Along the way she discovered practical somatic therapies that allowed her to forgive the deepest parts of herself and now share that wisdom with others. I've known Ali for quite a few years, so it was such an honor to finally sit down with her in this format. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:we hear the full story, straight from her mouth on what it was like being thrown into the spotlight, dealing with cancel culture during the biggest moment of her careerdualityhow cancel culture is (in my opinion) like the modern-day witch huntreleasing shameunconditional loveFind more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Find Ali Tate Cutler on Instagram or check out Playdates, her intimate skincare line.This episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout for your Soul Fam discount!

In today's world, it's as important as ever for men to accept themselves and express their truth. That's why Jose Alejandro does what he does.Jose is an embodied leadership coach and impact driven business strategist. Along with being a men's work facilitator and breathwork guide, he is the founder of Intentional impact, a program focused on helping impact driven men increase their impact and initiate the next evolution of their gifts with integrity.Jose is also the co-founder of Modern Renaissance Man, a movement empowering modern men to find their edge so they can fully express their truth in their own power.Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:why embodiment and integrity are at the forefront of Jose's teachingswhy he feels nobody can be in complete integrity 100% of the timedetails of his own hero's journeyhow his ethnicity and places he lived were a driving force of his spiritual awakeningsa deeply vulnerable and healing personal story that Jose has never shared publiclyMake sure to join us in our closing practice: A story from American Indian Myths and Legends, called The Vision Quest. Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com.Learn more about Jose's work on IG @jose_alejandro and with Modern Renaissance Man at mrmofficial.com/telegram.This episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout for your Soul Fam discount!Explore Jose's Rewilding the Man Retreat:A transformative Amazon jungle experience for the purpose-driven man ready to embrace his inner wild and rekindle his connection to nature. By bridging indigeous cultural experiences, a complete nature immersion, men's leadership training and unshakable brotherhood, we take men through a self-transformational journey for the sake of themselves, their communities and the planet.Rewilding the Man

If you're an avid listener, you know how passionate I've been lately about learning more about sacred sex, intimacy and connection. And after meeting Lee and learning, she specializes in seduction. I knew I wanted to have her on. Today we get to explore seduction with Lee Noto—the go-to intimacy coach for powerful women. She is on a mission to revolutionize how we view love, sex, and relationships.through her work. She helps women access their seductive superpowers and full expression so they can attract love and create wildly fulfilling and passionate relationships. Her belief? Turned on women will change the world! Her area of specialty is in helping high achieving single women unleash their feminine power so they can attract emotionally available, masculine men. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode: what does seduction mean? how this work called to her what her family thinks about her work and personal life choices  how to open yourself up to infinite possibilities and truly live outside the box. an unconventional choice that she and her committed partner have made  We also dive into why seduction is important in life, how to explore seduction, does seduction look different when dating versus when you're married, and so, so much more! This one is juicy!  Make sure to join us in our closing practice, as Lee guides us to explore our seductive side. Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com. Connect with Lee Noto on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leenoto_/?hl=en (@leenoto_). You can also find Lee on her website, at https://www.leenoto.com/ (leenoto.com). This episode was made possible by Lotus Wei. Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout for your Soul Fam discount!

I'm not exaggerating when I say this is truly one of my all time favorite episodes— I encourage you to make some space and really dig into this episode! Today we are taking you on an ancient esoteric—honoring Hawaiian voyage to immerse in the sacred wisdom teachings of these islands and its peoples with Ke'oni: the founder of Pōhala, esoteric Hawaiian botanical medicine. Ke'oni is a descendant of the Mū people, the inhabitants of Northwestern Hawaiian islands before the migration of the Polynesians. Ke'oni comes from a long line of medicine holders, makers, and mystics. A vast majority of what he knows regarding plant medicine and distillation comes from this direct lineage! His grandmother and female elders taught him the trade of plant extraction, and most of the methods he resources and medicine making remains loyal to these practices. Medicinals, including the oils, tinctures, hydrosols, and essences are gathered and honored in ceremony and thus extracted in small batches over a period of time—loyal to distinct moon phases, which place a botanicals specific house of power.  Ke'oni is one of just a handful of people in the world with this ancient knowledge. I've been blown away by these esoteric botanicals, and just knew we had to have him on the podcast. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode: How working with ferns helps us and how they're the rarest living being in two particular ways We learned what sorcerer's wood is How one oil that Ke'oni creates transported me to other worlds instantly Why working with hibiscus flower is important, especially now  How to open your communication lines with nature He gives beautiful examples of how you can speak to and receive answers from our plant and flower friends, details his long lineage of Hawaiian mystics and Kahunas, his wild awakening story and the very, very unique place that had happened. Make sure to join us in our closing Ceremony Circle practice: Ke'oni guides a brief, but potent Hawaiian ritual called Kulaki, which is the ancient Mū greeting. Find more from me on IG at @IAMALYSONCHARLES or alysoncharles.com. Find out more about Pohala at https://www.pohala.net/ (pohala.net)—use code CEREMONYCIRCLE for a discount! This episode was made possible by Wholy Mama. ​​Visit http://alysoncharles.com/wholymama (alysoncharles.com/wholymama) to be a part of the online program for ultimate guide to conscious pregnancy, birth and beyond.

In this enlightening new episode, we are joined by Melissa Ambrosini, the best-selling author of Mastering Your Mean Girl, Open Wide and Comparisonitis. She has also been named a self-help guru by Elle magazine.  Melissa is also the host of a top-rated podcast, The Melissa Ambrosini Show (on which I have made an appearance) where she shares her wisdom and interviews the biggest thought leaders and experts in the world. Today on Ceremony Circle, however, she vulnerably and powerfully shares about an area of life that is now at the forefront for me and my husband Luke: conscious conception and having a healthy baby.  Melissa generously shares today a bit about the whole ride—from conscious conception to pregnancy, to birth, to the “sacred 40 days” postpartum and conscious parenting.  Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode: How to have a conscious conception How to prepare your body for pregnancy The keys to having a blissful pregnancy What the sacred 40 days are after you give birth The best ways to come up with your dream birth plan and how to bring together your dream birth team Because there's no way we could possibly fit all of the wonderful information on this topic into one episode, Melissa and I talked today about her brand new live program called Wholy Mama—which launches today!  Wholy Mama features live training sessions and Q&A calls, all hosted by Melissa herself. You'll hear her personal insights and you can personally ask her your burning questions. In addition, you will also receive never-before-seen interviews with world-class pregnancy and birthing experts.  This is an excellent program, because you can learn at home, go at your own pace and have ongoing access for the life of the Wholy Mama program. It's basically the ultimate guide to conception, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting.  Make sure to access that at http://alysoncharles.com/wholymama (alysoncharles.com/wholymama), and I will also send you some guided shamanic journeys, absolutely free! Make sure to join us in our closing practice: a centering closing prayer from Melissa. Learn more about Melissa on IG @MelissaAmbrosini  Find more from me on IG at https://www.instagram.com/iamalysoncharles/?hl=en (@IAMALYSONCHARLES) or https://www.alysoncharles.com/ (alysoncharles.com).

Today I am truly honored to share with you two incredibly intelligent courageous women who have forged such paths for themselves, both personally and professionally. They are Emmy award-winning television host and executive producer, Ricki Lake, and a multiple award-winning director. Abby Epstein.  After starring in the film Hairspray, Ricki Lake went on to solidify herself as a pop culture icon. And if you're anything like me, you grew up watching Ricki shine, hosting the Ricki Lake Show—becoming one of the youngest daily talk show hosts and history at just 24 years old. She has since published two books and been the executive producer of many different documentaries. One of which we are focusing on in today's conversation: The Business of Birth Control. Her business partner, Abby Epstein, has been a Broadway director, helming national tours of both Rent and The Vagina Monologues. Abby has been a director of various award-winning films even before partnering with Ricki to create their award-winning critically acclaimed documentaries. The Business of Being Born, which debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2007 and now has over 5 million views. They later released More Business of Being Born—a four part DVD series, featuring celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Alanis Morrisette. Giselle Bunchen and Christy Turton who shared their birth stories as well as an in depth discussion on the birth process.  When I heard of their current documentary, The Business of Birth Control, it immediately struck a chord in me on an ancient level. The documentary kept knocking on my soul's door.  After watching the documentary (and being blown away by the information countless times) I just knew I needed to have these true queens on my podcast. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode: where and why hormonal birth control began, why women were not (and are not) properly informed about what the potential effects the risks, including an 80% increased risk of depression and even a potential increase for the chance of death  tips on preparing yourself to go off of birth control we dive into some important and powerful listener questions (which is quickly becoming one of my favorite segments) It's my invitation for you today to join us in this very potent healing circle with an open mind and an open heart, and to allow whatever resonates to guide you. Find more from me on IG at https://www.instagram.com/iamalysoncharles/?hl=en (@IAMALYSONCHARLES) or https://www.alysoncharles.com/ (alysoncharles.com). Find out more on social media: Facebook: http://facebook.com/BusinessofBirthControl (@BusinessofBirthControl) Instagram: http://instagram.com/businessofbirthcontrol (@businessofbirthcontrol ) Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebizoffilms (@thebizoffilms) Follow Ricki: http://instagram.com/rickilake (@rickilake) Follow Abby: https://www.instagram.com/abbyepsteinxoxo/?hl=en (@abbyepsteinxoxo) https://watch.thebusinessof.life/bizoffilms (View the documentary “The Business of Birth Control)—use the discount code CIRCLE50 for 50% off! https://morebizof.mykajabi.com/offers/2USzDSNg (Find out more about Ricki and Abby's Masterclass)—use the discount CIRCLE50 for 50% off the annual plan! This episode was made possible by https://www.lotuswei.com/ (Lotus Wei). Make sure to use the code MYSTIC at checkout to get a Soul Fam discount!