Come Back To Love

This episode was recorded on January 24, 2022. Join myself and Hunter Perkins for the first episode of 2022 and our third recording sesh together over a magical sunset in San Diego. We discuss Hunter's experience post life on the road and reflect on the lessons that have come from letting go of control (that we never really had to begin with). Our common experiences during the pandemic coming into this new year can be found by grounding own energy and connecting with others - another journey back to love…

This episode was recorded on October 21st, 2021. The OG crew (Joe Spaino, Leah Scott and Maya Biggs) join me for a reunion episode before sending Leah off to her new home in Colorado. We discuss the inner workings of our mind: specifically how memory operates, the anchors that bring us back, and the power of choice. Spirituality enters the conversation as we share our own experiences and differences. Appreciating the diversity is what ultimately brings us right back to love…

This episode was recorded on October 13, 2021. Join myself and good friend Emily Farkas, for the first of multiple conversations we plan to share about health and holistic wellness. Emily is internationally trained in several therapeutic healing modalities, including massage and yoga. She is 19 years into her own healing journey and a former owner at Ahimsa Yoga Wellness in Wyandotte, Michigan. She quit the studio to be a full time mama and has spent her life experimenting with natural healing remedies. She shares her own experience with colon hydrotherapy, how it works, and everything shitty in between. We discuss the importance of gut health, and how to keep track of your current internal workings via daily poo inspection. Lots of laughs, lots of seriousness, and as always, coming back to love…

This episode was recorded on September 16, 2021. Join myself, Maya Biggs and Leah Scott (part of the OG crew) for an episode about codependency and expectations. Together we discuss what codependency means to us, and the various ways it can show up in all types of relationships. Having expectations of others begs the questions - Why? Where do these expectations come from? What is my role in all of this? Let's come back to love…

This episode was recorded on July 18, 2021. Join myself and somatic sex coach Brittney Bliss for a conversation about sex and nature. We dive into what sparked her curiosity at a young age for sacred sexuality and her mission to empower people to connect with their truth through pleasure and wilderness therapy. Brittney coaches me through a somatic experience and kinky shadow integration exercise which allows me to activate my desires... Let's come back to love... Brittneybliss.com @brittney.bliss

This episode was recorded on July 14, 2021. Join myself and Hunter Perkins for part two of living life on the road. We discuss the challenges- this time from Lake Tahoe- I am also out on the road having a full blown hippie lawyer experience too. Our talk sparks the question of what motivates the search for deeper meaning... let's come back to love..

This episode was recorded on June 18th, 2021. Join myself, Kathie Smigels (Zupac's resident therapist) and her daughter Maria Smigels along side Yana Galanin and her daughter Armani Nagel. Together we explore the dynamics of a mother daughter relationship and the impact that a tight knit bond can make. The mothers share their struggles and how they've used their own pain as motivation to stop the generational trauma we all carry from passing on. The love overflows when the daughters share what they recognize and admire most about their mothers... bringing us back full circle into our hearts...let's come back to love!

This episode was recorded on May 17th, 2021. Join myself, Kathie Smigels (Zupac's resident therapist), Jordan Zuppke (the other half of Zupac Law & Life), and Tess Garoon- the owner of Aesthetic Hair Salon in Ferndale, Michigan- for a talk about Trichotillomania. Trich is the ‘hair pulling disorder' that involves recurrent, irresistible urges to pull out hair. A common thread between the guests and myself... we all deal with trich to some degree. Many people struggle with body focused repetitive behaviors (more commonly known as BFRBs), including dermatillomania (the skin picking disorder). We share our personal stories, our struggles, and the tools we use to manage ‘the monster' that lives within us. Our hope is to shed some light on the topic, break down the stigma, and help the ones who struggle to not feel so alone... Let's come back to love.

*Trigger warning, sensitive content about drug use* Your discretion is advised. This episode was recorded on May 4th, 2021. Join myself, Kathie Smigels (Zupac's in house substance abuse therapist) and a new guest, Colleen Dixon, the ‘Hair Healer' from Pennsylvania, for talk about spirituality and recovery. Colleen shares her past struggles with herion addiction, and how spirituality led her to the light. Collecting the pieces of herself and putting them back together... this year, she celebrates 10 years clean! Both Colleen and Kathie share their perspectives on long term recovery and why they each moved away the twelve step programs. Hyper vigilance, mindful living, and checking in with ourselves daily-are the main tools necessary-not only for recovery- but for all humans to live our best lives . Let's come back to love...

Episode 15: Plant Medicine This episode was recorded on April 29, 2021. Aaron Eschenburg and Soojin Kim join me for a deeper dive into the topic of plant medicine. *Disclaimer* We are not doctors or medical professionals. We are not giving medical advice or encouraging anyone one way or another. We're just sharing our experiences and personal knowledge on the topic. Traditionally a taboo topic, we explore the knowledge and wisdom we've each gained from different medicinal plants on our own journeys. We pay homage to these powerful medicines, and acknowledge the importance of ceremony not only during the experience, but also in preparation for it. In order to gain the full benefit and integrate the learnings they provide us, deep respect and surrender are required. As always, returning back to love...

This episode was recorded on March 25, 2021. This is my first one on one chat with my dear friend, Hunter Perkins- an amazing human, photographer, and fire bender- from Denver, Colorado. We met up in San Diego, California to record this conversation from the back of his hatchback Subaru. We share the story of how we met and discuss his current experience living on the road with his pup, Rucker... and all the wisdom this experience has brought him along the way. This chat was the culmination of many that we shared over the week we spent together, and a beautiful reunion seeing each other for the first time in almost two years! This one brought us right back to love...

Episode 13: A Lesson on Astrology This episode was recorded on March 16, 2021. Join myself, Soojin, Adina, and Aaron as we dive into astrology. Aaron shares what led him to become an astrologer- you can find his daily forecasts on YouTube under “Honest Ame Astrology”. This chat, we barely scratch the surface- discussing the interplay between our birth charts and our purpose. Aaron's wealth of knowledge on the subject has us all fascinated by the magic of the stars... Join us as we come back to love! *Edit/Correction at 33 minute mark: “Uranus, which rules Aquarius, is in Taurus that is causing the spike in Crypto currencies and will be there until 2026." https://youtube.com/channel/UC1chEk7y5n8LnmNhLXSYyDg

This episode was recorded on March 10, 2021. I'd like to welcome Kathie Smigels- a resident of the Zupac Law office and licensed substance abuse therapist, as well as three lovely women on their own unique journeys of recovery: Tiekeya Smith, Gabriela Staub and Adriana Asaro. As a criminal defense lawyer, this topic is very close to my heart. Women in particular are an under-represented group in the current systems of treatment. During this chat, vulnerability shines through as these amazing ladies open up about their struggles, victories, and what keeps them motivated. Kathie shares her unique approach and desire to create more supportive and inclusive spaces for women in recovery. As always, we come back to love...

This episode was recorded on March 6, 2021, featuring Brittany Hoogenboom - a Metaphysical practitioner and founder of Synergy Soul Academy and Brittany Quintana- a real estate agent and owner of Yellow Brick Studio- a unique holistic healing sanctuary just outside of Cleveland, Ohio! I traveled to Cleveland to hang out with and converse with these boss women to bring you all some secrets on how they balance life, motherhood, and owning a business. Brittany's yoga studio is a sister studio to the Zupac space, and we're excited to bring these magical souls to Detroit in May for a “Women in Business” event...so stay tuned for details! Let's come back to love...

This episode was recorded on March 2, 2021. Join myself and Soojin Kim as we welcome Aaron Eschenburg- a sound healer, videographer, and astrologer, as well as Adina Marie Rose- Reiki master, energy healer, and yoga teacher- all healers from our Detroit community. Together, we dive into transformation. We discuss purpose, both in the individual as well as the collective sense. We share our unique journeys and takes on how we move through life and find flow within the chaos. Gratitude and truth emerge once again as our guiding forces, bringing us right back to love...

This episode was recorded on February 18, 2021. Join myself and Leah as we welcome our friends from Encinitas, California: Kenny Rosaasen and Kelly Roland. A relationship built on trust, vulnerability, and individuality is the way forward. Paying homage to the old ways, the strength of a couple strengthens the community as a whole. Together, we explore the expansive and boundless nature of LOVE...not just within romantic relationships, but within all relationships in our lives. Let's integrate with love...

This was recorded on February 11, 2021. Join myself, Maya, Joe, and our friend Josh Rubin— curator of MI Rain Barrels and POP Coffee Roasters in Detroit. Joe presents us with the question: What brings you peace of mind? While everyone has their own unique ways of finding peace, one common theme seems to arise once again. Presence in the moment. We discuss the importance of leading by example, and teaching our children how to find their own peace when they're young ...so that when the road of life gets bumpy...they have the proper tools to navigate forward with ease.

This episode was recorded on February 25, 2021. Join myself Soojin Kim a metro Detroit yoga goddess, Jack Lightfoot (@TheTorusEnergy) a multi-faceted artist from the UK and Ben West, an environmental activist from Florida as we expand our reach overseas to discuss Solutions to Division in the world. A war is happening in the world, but not the kind you think. With so much information floating around, it's so important to do your own research and trust your gut instincts. Jack and Ben share their plethora of researched knowledge about what's happening in the world, and propose some solutions we can implement into our lives to combat the attack on our freedom. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that we can share different views, but still come together with respect and love for each other to learn and grow.

This episode was recorded on January 26th, 2021. Join the OG crew - myself, Leah, Maya and Joe, for a conversation about Presence in Communication. While multi- tasking in today's day and age is a great skill to have, when it comes to communicating with others... PRESENCE is KEY. Your full attention gives the respect and acknowledgement necessary for true connection to be felt and experienced by all involved in the conversation. Join us as we explore the layers of communication and how we can practice PRESENCE and feel more connected to the humans in our lives.

This episode was recorded on January 19th 2021. Join myself, Leah, Maya, and Joe...plus 2 new guests: Derek and Faris. This episode, we expanded our round table discussion and dove deeply into how the mind works, and all the different ways we create our reality. The magic that unfolds when we bring humans together and share our experiences, knowledge, and perceptions- is just another reminder of the interconnectedness of us all...

This episode was recorded on January 14th, 2021. Join myself, Leah, Maya and Joe as we explore alignment and what it means to live intentionally. The choice to live in our full truth will require us to check in with ourselves on a regular basis. By utilizing our tools and methods of self care...and most importantly- DISCERNMENT, we are able to live in alignment with ourselves and the universe .

This episode was recorded December 22, 2020. Join myself, Leah, Joe, and Maya as we discuss what it means to show up exactly as we are. We didn't really have a plan for this one, but sometimes no plan turns out to be the best plan? That's when the magic happens. We uncover the value in finding compassion for ourselves, especially amidst the struggle. And how important it is for empathic people to to manage energy so we don't deplete ourselves. Self Awareness is the first step.

Join myself, Leah, Joe, and Maya as we explore LOSS. This episode was recorded on December 15, 2020. American culture doesn't really acknowledge loss as a natural part of life or account for how to handle the void it creates. Maya speaks from her own experience losing loved ones, and as emotions arise in this conversation, we witness the power of vulnerability and what happens when we move through our pain together.

We dive deep into Trauma: How it affects our emotions, actions, and how we relate to others. Severe trauma can have a significant impact on an individual, in extreme cases- causing total detachment from what makes us human. As our conversation unfolds, empathy and compassion come forward , as we never really know what a person is going through. When we allow ourselves to feel these emotions, in a safe space, we're able to release them in a healthy and productive way. Join Marina, Joe, Leah, and Maya on this episode recorded December 10, 2020.

A group of friends gather to discuss the human experience. Join us for heart centered conversations that bring us back to love!