JAYA Collective

Do you struggle with finding balance between work and your personal life? It often feels like there’s not enough time in the day, which is the pattern of most days for many of us... So how do we find work-life balance? If we can figure this out, it can help to reduce stress and prevent burnout in both the workplace and personal life. Work-life balance involves juggling workplace stress with the daily pressures of family, friends, and time for you. While it may sound impossible, we believe it can be found (at least to some degree) with effort. Join us as we explore what work-life balance means and the effects, both positive and negative, as it impacts many areas of our lives. Then visit http://jayacollective.com to learn more about our work (coaching, tarot, reiki, astrology and more)!

Throughout your lifetime, you’ve built up beliefs about the world. What’s fascinating is the physical effect of these beliefs. The more you reinforce them, the more pronounced the impact on your body.If you slouch; if you tend to look at the ground when you walk; if you carry extra weight; if you repeatedly have problems with a specific body part – then your body is exhibiting the physical manifestation of limiting beliefs surrounding your self-image.Limiting beliefs often show up as persistent agitation, queasiness, anxiety, depression, indecision, quick temper, and other emotional issues. Another important clue is the way you talk about yourself, to yourself, to other people, and about the world. Are you mostly negative? Mostly positive? Do you complain and blame?Join us as we explore limiting beliefs, where they come from, how we cling to them, how they affect us, and maybe even how to let them go. Then subscribe to this channel and visit http://jayacollective.com to learn more about our work (reiki, tarot, astrology and more)

Authenticity as a character trait means a lot of things to a lot of people. For some, it is nothing more than a justification to say or do whatever they want. For others, it’s a little more subtle. Being authentic is not a performance as much as an honest relationship with ourselves. On the whole, we don’t like or trust people who come across as phony and false. We seek friends and colleagues who are genuine.Often we judge a person's authenticity by how aligned their actions and values are or by the passion and commitment they have for what they say and do. We feel comfort in just being, standing up for what we believe in, and speaking our truth even if it is not what others want to hear.It begs the question, authentic to what? What is authenticity and how do we embody it? Join us as we explore authenticity, its meaning and its impact on our lives.If you enjoy the conversation, subscribe to this channel and learn more about our work (tarot, astrology, reiki and more) at http://jayacollective.com

“Money is the root of all evil.” “More money more problems.” “Money makes the world go round.” We all carry unconscious beliefs about money. What are yours? Do you believe you’d be happier with more of it, or less? Do you believe you don’t deserve to spend it or feel entitled to buy yourself whatever you want? No matter where you are on the socioeconomic ladder, there’s always someone higher or lower than you.Money plays a significant role in our lives – like it or not. Let’s explore our belief systems and relationship with money.Join us this week as we discuss the taboo topic of money; how we think about it, how we handle it, how it handles us, and how to grow from it. Subscribe to this channel and learn more about our work with astrology, tarot and Reiki at http://jayacollective.com

Stress can be debilitating, but is there useful information beneath the agony most of us feel when stress hits the mind and body? On today's episode we discuss what causes stress and how it manifests through our thoughts, body, emotions, behaviors, etc...What stresses you out and how do you handle it when stress comes knocking on your door? Let's also examine some ways that stress is commonly handled by astrological signs and how energy-work can help you navigate and understand some of the layers, too.After the episode, visit http://jayacollective.com to learn more about our work and join us in upcoming live events!PEACE,JAYA Collective

We live in a culture that worships independence. After all, independence is as strength and freedom! Many of us even demonize any degree of dependence as though need or assistance will serve as a crack in the windshield that spreads over time, weakening the entire structure of who we are, and ultimately ensuring our eventual collapse. But will dependence really make us fragile beings, or is it possible it actually strengthens us? To avoid the judgments of others (and ourselves), we may try to conceal the reliance that is intrinsic to our nature as humans. We are, after all interdependent, social beings that require involvement with others to meet our essential physical and emotional needs and to grow and thrive. The definition of dependence is “reliance on something or someone.” The definition is neutral; but for so many, “dependency” is a dirty word. In our “me” centered, culture, it is a widespread belief that to achieve maturity we must become entirely autonomous and self-sufficient. If we allow others to become dependent on us, or we are dependent on them, it is viewed as negative or even pathological.Subscribe to this channel and learn more about our work at http://jayacollective.com

What is trust? Is it an act of faith or is it a sense of reliability based on past experience, facts, and data? Trust is both an emotional and logical act. We feel trust. Emotionally, it's where you expose your vulnerabilities to people believing they will not take advantage of your openness. Logically, it's where you have assessed the probabilities of gain and loss, calculated expected utility based on hard performance data, and concluded that a person will behave in a predictable manner. In practice, trust is a bit of both. Trust begins as an act of faith and evolves into a belief based on evidence. I trust you because I have faith in human nature and I have experienced your trustworthiness.Join us as we explore the many ways we can define trust, and learn more about our work with tarot, astrology and Reiki at http://jayacollective.com

What does it take to forgive? This is an interesting topic and we explore it from various angles, including how we forgive ourselves and others. We also discuss the process of forgiveness, what it takes to forgive loved ones who have passed away and the expectations we have of parents. It's a juicy conversation! As always, we would love to hear your thoughts and insights, so be sure to visit http://jayacollective.com and join us on Facebook for our live events, on Friday's!peace...JAYA

How do you manage anxiety? On this episode we discuss how to recognize it and ways to allow this energy to move through us. As always, we would love to hear what comes up for you! Be sure to join us on FB and visit http://jayacollective.com for more information about our work: Astrology, Reiki, Tarot, Meditation, Yoga and more!

So often, the strength displayed by people is a guise to cover up hidden wounds. We try to present ourselves as strong, independent beings, as confident and un-phased by events around us. In reality, it is often a facade, a cry for attention rather than an element of fortitude.Strength is not drawn from repression or hiding our wounds. It's not in offense or defense or tied to our ego. It's not having it all together or always knowing the answer.Strength can lay it all bare; and as hard as it is to believe, it garners either reverence from those who understand it, or is perceived with intimidation. Strength is mutable, willing, and able to accept what is dealt, and deal with it, with grace. You can find it in the depths of vulnerability, in the throws of humility, and that blissful moment when you finally let go and accept what lies before you.After the episode, visit http://jayacollective.com

After a recent move across country, Turtle has been tackling the energy of transition. This prompted today's conversation where all of us reflect on how change impacts us on multiple levels. How do you deal with change; the expected AND unexpected? It's said to be the one constant, so you would think we'd be good at it...right? Of course, it depends on circumstance and sometimes mood. Tune in and let us know what comes up for you! What's your current position in the sea of change? After the show, learn more about or work at http://jayacollective.com

Happy New Year! Do you have any particular focus or goals, or does the new year just feel transitional to you? We invite you to join us in exploration of what was learned last year and the energy of 2019. If you have any new year rituals or just want to share what comes up for you after the podcast, please share with us on FB. We love to hear your thoughts and we wish you a new year of prosperity and growth! JAYA http://jayacollective.com Be sure to subscribe to this channel and leave a review if you enjoyed the content!

It is believed that every person has one primary and one secondary love language, and people don't always give love in the way they prefer to receive love. Since we don’t all have the same preferences as our partners when it comes to giving and receiving love, this is how relationships can start to get sticky. By understanding our partners’ natural love language, we can begin to tear down walls in our romantic lives. Love Languages don't only apply to romantic relationships, either. They can pretty much be used to any relationship. Join us this Friday as we discuss the five Love Languages, how to pick up on what other people's preference is, and how communicating in your partner, child, or co-worker's Love Language can deepen your connection.Learn more about our work at http://jayacollective.com

Have you ever felt lost? The first thing we realized in this discussion is that "lost" can be much more than a feeling, but when you find yourself in this state of being, what do you do? It sounds problematic, and this is often the perception of having such an experience. On the other hand, can being or feeling lost be a gift? We explore this from various angles, including astrology, and we would love to hear your thoughts, too. After the show, go to http://jayacollective.com to join the community...and while you're here, click to subscribe to this channel.Peace!JAYA

Today was a love fest (after the technical difficulties that we are blaming on Mercury Retrograde)! Our intention was to explore the energy of gratitude, how it supports our growth and ways we can tap into it, genuinely. Well, we did cover all of this, but the conversation transitioned into a love fest! We share, very openly, about how the JAYA Collective has triggered us, moved us out of our comfort zones and supported us, individually. Enjoy the show, subscribe to this channel and learn more at http://jayacollective.com

What does spirituality mean to you? Spirituality means something different to everyone. For some, it's about participating in organized religion: going to a church, synagogue, and so on. For others, spirituality is a non-religious experience that varies from person to person—some get in touch with their spiritual side through nature, yoga, meditation, or a belief in the supernatural.In a society where time-honored philosophies are reduced to t-shirt slogans and yoga studios, it would seem spirituality can be experienced, witnessed, and even purchased in nearly every city in America. Just slap a smile on your face, sit crossed legged, and clear your mind to tap into the mysterious and alluring bliss known as spirituality. Sounds simple, right? Why then is it so challenging?Enjoy the show and learn more at http://jayacollective.com

How do you deal with difficult people? We all have our turn at being the "difficult" one, but when we come face to face with challenging exchanges, what's true? Are they really difficult...or is it you? Well, perspective plays a part. And to honor this, we look at the signs! Astrology is a great tool when considering the different lenses we hold. What's difficult to one is just a natural state of being for another.We also explore how comfortable we are with being uncomfortable. In some exchanges with "difficult" people, tensions may arise - but how do you respond? Perhaps it depends on the nature of the relationship, or again, the astrological sign...We discuss it all! Enjoy the show and learn more about JAYA Collective at http://jayacollective.com

What's the veil and what's behind it? As we approach Halloween, we decided to explore this mystery and share some of our experiences. On this episode we discuss: The High Priestess of Tarot Accessing Intuition How We Sense and Perceive The Unseen Communication with People Who Have Crossed Over Experiences of Unseen Through Reiki Energy Work How Astrology Can Speak To How We Perceive Intuitively ...and more! Enjoy the discussion and visit http://jayacollective.com to learn more about us and our work. PEACE!

Communication is much more than the words we speak. It is both verbal and non-verbal which means when we talk to someone, we're communicating more than we're saying. In fact, the words themselves only account for 7% of how others interpret what we say. 38% of interpretation lies in how we say things (tonality and inflection), and the remaining 55% is body language. Over 50% of what we say is interpreted through body language! Think about that the next time you text something important. And talking is only part of the equation...We have two ears and one mouth -- hearing isn't the same as listening. We selectively hear what is said through our filter based on past experiences, current mood, etc. and fill in the rest. Often, we pay more attention to what wasn't said than was and end up having a relationship with our assumptions more than the person standing before us. What's your style of communication? How has your past shaped the way you communicate or interpret? How can you be a more effective communicator? Join us to explore the many facets of communication and the possible ways in which to avoid common pitfalls. We also share what can be learned about communication through the lenses of astrology, reiki and body work!Subscribe to this channel and learn more about our work at http://jayacollective.com

On this episode of the JAYA Collective, Jennifer interviews Yolanda about her journey with Reiki and why she's passionate about sharing with other seekers. Yolanda has trained with internationally recognized healers and teachers in the systems of Reiki, intuition, meditation and more. She now teaches and shares what she has learned through online courses, her podcast (Reiki Radio) and in-person certifications for Reiki in Southern California. You'll also learn how an astrology reading with Adrienne was a catalyst for Yolanda's path of spiritual exploration. To learn more about Yolanda and her work, visit http://yewchi.com - Enjoy the show!

Alongside the evident progress of the women's movement today, we are troubled by a different kind of social control, which proves just as restrictive as the traditional image of homemaker and wife. It's the beauty myth, an obsession with physical perfection that traps the modern woman in an endless spiral of hope, self-consciousness, and self-hatred as she tries to fulfill society's impossible definition of "the flawless beauty." What are your struggles with beauty? How much of your day and thoughts do your drive for beauty take up? What would it be like if you felt beautiful just as you are? Is it possible for society to have such an open interpretation of beauty? Subscribe to this channel and learn more about JAYA Collective at http://jayacollective.com

We are continuing the conversation around identity. Last week we explored a lot of the outer aspects, such as race, but this time we also consider how we identify through experience, titles and more.Who are you?How do you identify? Do your roles, such as parent or career title, speak to how you identify?We are talking about all of this and more...Learn more about us at http://jayacollective.com

Who am I? The universal and sometimes haunting question starts with how we identify ourselves. At first glance, we may identify with our physical features, culture or race, personality, values and beliefs, sexuality and relational roles. We fashion our identity through life experience, new interests, societal demands, and the inevitable personal crisis. But how much of our identity is our own making and how much of it is predetermined? How do we express who we think we are when it conflicts with how others define us? How does your identity shift as your self-concept and awareness grow? Does our identity provide us a sense of belonging or does it inhibit our ability to connect with others?In this 2-part series, JAYA explores the many facets of identity. Due to the complexity and depth of this topic, we're dedicating two episodes to it.Learn more about the JAYA Collective at http://jayacollective.com

Do you allow yourself to be vulnerable? There is a difference between our analytical process vs our emotional honesty. Join the ladies of JAYA to learn more about vulnerability and how it has shown up in their lives.Turtle shares how she found herself feeling very vulnerable after the last episode on codependency...Adrienne shared how uncomfortable and healing it is to be vulnerable...Yolanda discussed her experience of being very heady and having to learn how to tune into her emotion...Jennifer shared the experience of holding space for others to be vulnerableThere is so much in this discussion that you will be able to relate to, so enjoy the show and learn more about JAYA at http://jayacollective.com

We are JAYA Collective...On this episode, you get to know our beautiful Turtle! We find out what led her to tarot and astrology, as well as how these tools can help you. Turtle also shares how she manages being a Graphic Designer, while still making time for her other interests. Ahhh, the juggling of life (we can all relate)...Turtle has been teaching yoga for nearly 10 years with a focus on body awareness for trauma survivors and PTSD. Her desire to help people work through their trauma on both body and soul levels so they can find personal growth and the ability to live fuller lives led her into astrology, tarot, and spiritual coaching. She offers personal readings, coaching sessions, and teaches yoga at various studios. She's also a gifted branding specialist who helps business owners align with their highest self through brand building and coaching. Learn more at http://bravingthelight.comEnjoy the show!PEACE...JAYA

Welcome to the JAYA Collective! Today we explore the topic of grief. While there are known stages of grief, our discussion explores how personal it can be and that we grieve so much more than just the death of loved ones. Are you currently experiencing the loss of anyone or anything? What has your process of grief looked like and what has supported you through your process? How has it changed you? We also discuss being supportive and holding space for those who are grieving. Is there a right way to be there for another person; is there a right way to show up and hold space? After the video, come share your thoughts in the JAYA Collective Facebook Group, and be sure to subscribe to this channel for future conversations! PEACE...JAYA

Do you have commitment issues? On this episode, we explore what each of us feels committed to, as well as which commitments makes us cringe (well, some of us). - Adrienne, our resident Virgo, shares how commitment is an extension of her identity; her stance of integrity and more - Turtle, our Sagittarius, shares what it's like to desire freedom, while also having a need to stick to her commitments for structure...and as for our two air signs... - Jennifer, the Gemini, shares her "commitment issues", which don't seem to be an issue for her at all...she loves the freedom - Yolanda, our Aquarius, shares her desire to "taste all of the ice cream", but she realizes that change and commitment can actually be friends (thanks to this conversation) Tune in and consider your relationship with commitment, whether in relationship, socially, etc... Does commitment stir up any type of dilemma for you, or do you LOVE it? Share your insights with us, subscribe to the podcast and enjoy the show! PEACE... JAYA

Whether you remember them or not, everybody dreams. But is there a deeper meaning to the cryptic and symbolic dream world? Could it be a key to unlocking wisdom, balance, and self-awareness? Dreams are messages which can illuminate the unexplored region of our shadow. They animate our wishes and propel us toward a deeper connection with our true Self. Join us to explore the wild and unpredictable playground of our subconscious and unconscious mind. There is a whole other world awaiting our arrival, just beyond the waking mind, through the portal of sleep, across the bridge to another dimension. Some of us shrug off the phenomena as nothing more than mental activity of the mind or left over residue from the day’s events, there are others who recognize the nuanced world of our imagination as the language of the soul, maybe even the voice of god. Who is JAYA?Adrienne: Astrology and TarotTurtle: Yoga and TarotJennifer: Energy Healing and MassageYolanda: Reiki and IntuitionAfter the show, be sure to follow us on facebook.com/JAYAcollective and on IG @jayacollective

Is the shadow friend or foe? We have some diverse perspectives on this topic! - Adrienne shares some insights from the teachings of Carl Jung - Yolanda shares her love of what shadow work has taught her (dark night of the soul) - Jennifer shares the importance of letting the shadow out and how massage school helped her discover her light - Turtle taps into the necessity and projections of shadow, pulling us into consideration of the Devil Card of Tarot What's your relationship to your shadow? Share your insights with us and subscribe to the podcast! PEACE...Who is JAYA?Adrienne: Astrology and TarotTurtle: Yoga and TarotJennifer: Energy Healing and MassageYolanda: Reiki and IntuitionAfter the show, be sure to follow us on facebook.com/JAYAcollective and on IG @jayacollective

Recovery. Is it a noun or a verb? Many of us hear this word and immediately think of addiction, which is relevant, but there is much more to the experience. What are you recovering from? Addictions | Breakups | Old Ways of Being | Any Traumatic ExperienceWhat has led you into some expression of recovery? Join us while we explore the layers of this noble, complicated, and somewhat mysterious journey. And because of the nature of our work, we also consider recovery through the lenses and support of alternative resources, such as Tarot, Reiki, Astrology and more!Who is JAYA?Adrienne: Astrology and TarotTurtle: Yoga and TarotJennifer: Energy Healing and MassageYolanda: Reiki and IntuitionAfter the show, be sure to follow us on facebook.com/JAYAcollective and on IG @jayacollective