Divine Conversations

The more time we spend on earth, the more obvious it becomes that everything is connected. Today, naturopathic doctor Farah Rosic, shares why understanding that connection within our own bodies can make a world of difference for our well being. In this episode, we explore the benefits and practical uses for naturopathy and holistic medicine. Dr. Farah Rosic is a practicing naturopathic doctor based in Toronto, Ontario. As a specialist in hormones, fertility and antiaging— she offers a wealth of knowledge on natural medicine. Listen in as she breaks down why naturopathy is so incredibly effective at optimizing health and maintaining wellbeing. She shares tips for minimizing stress, maximizing sleep and getting in alignment with your body. Find out the difference between conventional western medicine and naturopathy as she highlights ways you can take a different approach to your healthcare.Episode Timeline:[00:00] Intro[00:35] Meet Dr. Farah Rosic [07:41] How Leyla found Dr. Farah on her journey[10:04] Becoming a naturopathic doctor[13:07] Prevention and investing in optimal health[14:10] What is naturopathy?[19:49] The difference in education between traditional and naturopathic medicine[21:11] Getting started: Your first few visits[23:48] What a typical treatment plan entails[25:43] How stress affects your well-being[28:54] Adaptogens and reducing stress with plant medicine[35:29] Using exercise for stress and anxiety[40:55] The mind/body connection[44:30] Vitamin D and managing emotions naturallyPRACTICAL TIPS______________________[54:08] Small changes to make to your water[56:45] Light exposure and avoiding SAD[1:00:29] Your sleep schedule and circadian rhythm[1:03:31] Listening to your body______________________[1:06:44] Connecting with Dr. Farah Rosic[1:07:34] Outro Resources Mentioned:FarahRosic.comA reverse osmosis water filterBerkey Filter10,000 lux lightStandout Quotes:“I really believe in looking at the holistic picture, understanding that all the systems are interconnected.” -Dr. Farah Rosic [12:02] “These plants are here for us. Their purpose is for us to use and give back to the earth.” -Leyla [30:59] “If you're feeling something, don't just push it away. Really get to know what you're feeling, why you're feeling it. So that it doesn't resurface later on or end up becoming a physiological concern.” -Dr. Farah Rosic [44:06]    “You just have to decide, are you worth living your best life? You get this one body in this lifetime... and if your body is functioning well, it's at an advantage.” -Leyla [53:05] Connect:Find | LeylaOn Instagram: @real_leylaOn Twitter: @RealLeylaOn Facebook: @RealLeylaOn Youtube: @RealLeyla Find | Farah Rosic, NDAt farahrosic.comOn Instagram: @drfarahrosicOn Facebook: @drfarahrosic SUBSCRIBE & RATEOn Apple Podcasts

When Kute Blackson was ordained into his father's ministry in Ghana at the age of 14, he had his entire future mapped out for him. The son of a spiritual leader and healer, Kute was on track to assume his role as successor. Instead, he chose to walk away from it all— ultimately stepping into his purpose. Today, he has become a world renowned visionary and leader in his own right. A best selling author, speaker and coach, Kute has used his mission of truth, courage and spiritual awareness to uplift and inspire countless followers to embrace their callings and step into greatness.Listen in as he shares his story, mission and vision for the world in today’s episode. We talk about embracing fear and eliminating anxiety when it comes to relationships, personal growth and more. Kute also shares the intention behind his book, You Are The One, and how the realization that no one is coming, can set you free. Episode Timeline:[00:00] Intro [00:36] Meet Kute Blackson[08:35] Kute's backstory and hearing his calling[12:29] Making the decision to follow his truth[16:25] Owning the truth and shifting your life[17:39] One way to start turning your life around[19:31] Tapping into courage and letting go[24:48] Growing and embracing fear[33:31] Kute's mission and driving force [37:00] Becoming disconnected and conditioned as children[40:26] Life seeking manifesting itself through you[47:30] Writing the book, You Are The One.[50:12] Why things may not be manifesting in your life[56:00] What You Are the One is about[58:45] Connecting with Kute Blackson[1:01:28] OutroResources Mentioned:You Are The One by Kute BlacksonBoundless Bliss BaliThe Man Breakthrough Experience (Email contact@kuteblackson.com for a chance to win!)Standout Quotes:“I believe sometimes what you're being called to do, the next level of your life, will require the next level of courage... sometimes we've reached a point where the life that we've lived is too small for what our soul is seeking to become.” -Kute Blackson [15:30] “You cannot be truly fulfilled and happy living someone else's version of your life.” -Kute Blackson [15:56 ] “Tell the truth but also be willing to feel the pain of the cost. Feel it and it will be painful, its meant to be painful because when you're not living in alignment with your deep integrity, it is painful. But if you're willing to feel it, that pain will facilitate a movement that will compel you towards a more aligned direction. -Kute Blackson [19:02] “Acknowledge the fear and take the step anyway. Courage is developed and fear begins to dissolve when you feel the fear and you take action in spite of that.” -Kute Blackson [28:57]    “Many times our purpose arises from our pain and so I think we activate the gifts of our purpose and the gifts of our soul when we're able to see that.”  -Kute Blackson[46:09]   Connect:Find | LeylaOn Instagram: @real_leylaOn Twitter: @RealLeylaOn Facebook: @RealLeylaOn Youtube: @RealLeylaFind | Kute BlacksonAt kuteblackson.comAt contact@kuteblackson.comOn Instagram: @kuteblacksonOn Twitter: @KuteblacksonOn Facebook: @kuteblacksonlovenow SUBSCRIBE & RATEOn Apple Podcasts

This week’s conversation is a follow up to episode 2, so if you haven't listened yet, please do...David Loyst is Dr.  Vanessa Lapointe’s partner and the other half of the Parenting 2.0 project. Together, they’re rewriting the rules to co-parenting and re-defining what it means to support your children. In this episode, David and Vanessa get candid about their growth as parents and individuals in a blended family. Hear their tips on creating boundaries and balance in their parenting. They break down how they apply the Byron Katie PEACE technique in their everyday lives and share the ways they’re crafting the stories of their children’s lives with purpose.  Episode Timeline:[00:00] Intro[00:35] Meet David Loyst[07:11] His personal journey to his work and relationships[11:28] Shifting his interactions with his parents[12:48] His experience as a speech pathologist[15:23] Reducing the need for validation in childhood[16:42] Learning how to be a better parent from his son[23:19] How he started parenting without an agenda[26:31] Co-parenting for children to thrive[30:00] The pillars for their co-parenting [32:25] Using the Byron Katie PEACE process [36:10] Balancing firmness and kindness as a parent[43:33] Sliding down the firm side of the mountain[47:12] Sliding down the kind side of the mountain[53:33] Parent 2.0 workshops & summit[54:53] Getting started on this work[57:56] Outro Resources Mentioned:Parenting 2.0 SummitParenting 2.0 WorkshopsDiscipline without Damage by Dr. Vanessa LapointeParenting Right from the Start by Dr. Vanessa Lapointe Standout Quotes:“One of the things we know for sure is, you will parent as you were parented. The inner child within you is still there. You are all the ages you have ever been.” -Dr. Lapointe [10:17]  “We all wanna feel seen and heard. Attachment is our greatest need... and as grown ups, I think that if our needs are met as children then we're not constantly seeking from the outside as grown ups. -David Loyst [15:29]  “All of it's a story, so if you don't like the story, if it's not working for you, then choose a new one. And make it be one with a happy ending... you create your experience in this journey called your life based on the story that you decide to make real. So if you don't like your story, choose a different one.” -Dr. Vanessa Lapointe  [56:24] Connect:Find | LeylaOn Instagram: @real_leylaOn Twitter: @RealLeylaOn Facebook: @RealLeylaOn Youtube: @RealLeyla Find | David LoystAt drvanessalapointe.com On Instagram: @david_loyst Find | Dr. Vanessa LapointeAt drvanessalapointe.com On Instagram: @dr.vanessalapointeOn Twitter: @DrVlapointeOn Facebook: @drvanessalapointe SUBSCRIBE & RATEOn Apple Podcasts

Dr. Vanessa Lapointe is on a mission to change the world. Her first step? Re-defining what it means to be a “good” parent. As a mother of two, she's seen first hand the impact our own upbringing and unacknowledged childhood trauma can have on the way we raise our children. As a psychologist, she’s found that in order to make meaningful changes in our relationships with our kids and ourselves— we have to foster a new kind of connection.In this episode, she sits down with me to define just what that connection is. We explore the topics covered in her books, Discipline Without Damage and Parenting Right from the Start as she lays out the potentially world shifting impact of her Parenting 2.0 concept. Hear advice on starting a journey toward healing yourself and becoming a better parent and person. Find out how you can rebuild connections with your children and shift your perspective on parenting as Dr. Lapointe opens up about her own experiences.Episode Timeline:[00:00] Intro[00:36] Parenting with Dr. Vanessa Lapointe[07:14] Dr. Vanessa Lapointe[08:43] What Parenting 2.0 is all about[11:50] Mindful and soulful connecting [13:41] 3 parts of Parenting 2.0[16:25] What these parts mean practically[18:16] Dr. Lapointe's personal healing journey[25:28] Advice for growing and approaching your healing journey[26:16] Discipline Without Damage[30:55] Replacing disconnecting punishments/reward systems[33:08] Tips on connecting[36:42] Parenting Right from the Start[40:13] Growing yourself to grow your children[41:28] Dr. Lapinte's own childhood[43:43] Her experience parenting through divorce[56:19] What to do when the connection is broken[59:02] A vision for the future [1:01:19] How we'll get there[1:02:43] Connect with Dr. Vanessa Lapointe [1:03:18] Outro Resources Mentioned:Discipline without Damage by Dr. Vanessa LapointeParenting Right from the Start by Dr. Vanessa Lapointe Standout Quotes:“One of the things we know for sure is, you will parent as you were parented. The inner child within you is still there. You are all the ages you have ever been.” -Dr. Lapointe [10:17]  “You aren't necessarily going to know that things are shifting, moving and changing under the surface, but one day, a year down the road... you're going to turn around and say wow. Things have grown.” -Dr. Lapointe [22:08]“When we can change the conversation that we're having on a societal level about who children are— that's when we'll change the world.” -Dr. Lapointe [59:23]  Connect:Find | LeylaOn Instagram: @real_leylaOn Twitter: @RealLeylaOn Facebook: @RealLeylaOn Youtube: @RealLeyla Find | Dr. Vanessa LapointeAt drvanessalapointe.com On Instagram: @dr.vanessalapointeOn Twitter: @DrVlapointeOn Facebook: @drvanessalapointeSUBSCRIBE & RATEOn Apple Podcasts

In a silent moment, during what would come to be my lowest point, I was able to listen closely to my most authentic self— and what I heard was so beautiful, I knew I had to share.Welcome to the Divine Conversations podcast. The start of a community of like-minded and like-hearted individuals ready to step into their most soulful selves. A space of empowerment, awareness and healing.In this first episode, I share the vision I have for this podcast and the purpose it will serve in my life and hopefully yours as well. Hear about my personal story of awakening to the vision, mission and purpose for my life. Find out how together, we can work to live our most ideal lives as our most authentic selves in love and consciousness."I am on a mission to change the world. To inspire and empower millions of people to heal the wounded parts of themselves. To become mindful and raise their consciousness. To build  a community of like-minded and like-hearted human beings committed to creating a new world where all beings can coexist in love peace unity compassion and harmony- with themselves, others and nature." Episode Timeline:[00:00] Welcome to Divine Conversations Ep.1[00:36] The beginning of an awakening journey[03:33] Moving to Canada at 18[04:57] Learning to sit with myself and breaking through in 2018[08:57] Bridging the gap between present reality and my vision[12:30] My vision, mission and the purpose for my life[15:50] Stepping into the next chapter of life[19:08] Why podcasting?[21:11] What to expect with Divine conversations with Leyla[24:08] What I'm looking forward to[28:18] Connect and share[30:23] Outro Resources Mentioned:Conversations with God by Neale Donald WalshThe Universe Has Your BackStandout Quotes:“That's where love lives. It lives in the heart. and the heart if 5,000 times more powerful than the brain, or the mind. The heart is where our wisdom lives.” -Leyla [24:52]   “If we learn how to heal the wounded parts of ourselves, you know, heal that inner child and embody our soulful selves. Become whole and create coherence in our hearts, in our brains, we can and will be absolutely unstoppable.” -Leyla [29:12]“If you're feeling like you're ready, you're ready to shed all that no longer serves you and become your soulful self. Become the truth of who you are, this is the place for you.” -Leyla [30:23] Connect:Find | LeylaOn Instagram: @real_leylaOn Twitter: @RealLeylaOn Facebook: @RealLeylaOn Youtube: @RealLeylaSUBSCRIBE & RATEOn Apple Podcasts