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Discussion of a variety of topice on health, wellness, self improvement and massage. I am a legally blind, licensed massage therapist in Portland, Oregon and want to share my professional as well as life experiences. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

Kyle Pleasant LMT


    • Apr 22, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 11m AVG DURATION
    • 46 EPISODES

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    The Pleasant Spirit Podcast is a truly transformative podcast that provides a space for listeners to find peace and happiness in their lives. As someone who struggles with depression and anxiety, I can confidently say that this podcast has been a crucial tool in my mental and physical well-being. The meditations offered in this podcast are the perfect length, allowing me to fit them into my schedule whenever I have some spare time. After each meditation, I am left feeling refreshed, centered, and more at peace. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone who is in need of some tranquility and serenity in their life.

    One of the best aspects of The Pleasant Spirit Podcast is its consistency in helping listeners find their breath and re-center themselves. This meditation tool has genuinely changed my daily mindset for the better. Kyle, the host of the podcast, clearly cares deeply about his listeners' sleep, as well as their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. He goes above and beyond to provide valuable content that truly makes a difference in people's lives. The episodes are thoughtfully created with soothing and creative techniques that help me recenter after a stressful day. I am grateful to Kyle for providing this resource and being such an encouraging presence.

    While it is challenging to find any negative aspects of The Pleasant Spirit Podcast, one possible improvement could be offering more diverse meditation techniques or themes. While the current meditations are incredibly helpful, it would be beneficial to have even more variety in terms of focus areas or specific situations addressed. However, this is only a minor suggestion as the existing content already provides immense value.

    In conclusion, The Pleasant Spirit Podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone seeking solace from their daily struggles. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, or simply looking for ways to bring more peace into your life, this podcast will not disappoint. It has made a significant difference in my own journey towards healing and finding inner peace. I'm forever grateful to Kyle for his dedication and the positive impact he has had on my well-being. I highly recommend this podcast to everyone, as it has the potential to transform lives.



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    45. Creating Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 9:31


    We are always creating space in our lives to help make us feel secure. Often times when we are trying to feel peace or manifest something in our lives we forget to make space for it. We fill it with stress or relationship that are not serving us, leaving no room for peace. We must make a conscious effort to make sure we are vessels with the space for peace and prosperity. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    44. Cleaning Up Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 12:50


    During the spring our thoughts turn to embracing the birth of new life and new ideas and cleaning out our closets and sweeping off our driveways. It is also a good idea to reflect on the quality of the relationships we have. From our family, friends to who we follow on social media. Cleaning out, or letting go of relations that don't serve us can help bring us closer to peace of mind. Pleasant Spirit podcast@pleasantspirit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    43. Forgiveness is a Choice

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 9:33


    Letting go of expectations can be hard. By letting go and forgiving you allow for more blessings to come to you. Pleasant Spirit podcast@pleasantspirit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    42. Making Room for Hope in Troubled Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 11:30


    With all that is going on in the world today, it's important to have perspective. What is being t demonstrated is not always wihat it seems. Often times can be showing what is working or what is not. If we are to have a wold with peace wie have to make space for things to adjest so that we can see what's not working and make necessary changes. Pleasant Spirit podcast@pleasantspirit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    It's Ok Not to be Ok

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2022 10:05


    Part of being human is that we don't always feel or act our best. We feel guilty if we have a no bones day. But we are not perfect super humans and sometimes need to just give ourselves permission to not be Ok. As long as we are responsible with our energy when we are out in the world. It also reminds us to give a little bit of grace for those we come in contact with, when the too aren't at their best. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Spiritual Homeostasis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 10:37


    Our spirit, just like our physical bodies require a balance. Homeostasis is the bodies natural way of getting that balance. For spirit that balance is peace. If we respond to our emotions they can tell us whether or not we are in alignment with that peace. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Introducing Kelsey Sparks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 19:06


    My wife Kelsey has join my massage practice this year. This episode introduces her, her journey, and style as an LMT. Pleasant Spirit Pleasant Touch Massage --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Think Differently for the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2022 12:17


    A challange for 2022 is to think differently, by seeing things from a new perspective. Pehaps by doing so we can move away from insanity. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Life is an Ongoing Prayer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2021 11:01


    Whether we are sitting in church or yelling at traffic, our lives are in an ongoing prayer. The words and thoughts we use are constantly going out into the universe.. Being mindful of this will help us align more closely to peace. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Everybody Copes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 10:10


    During stressful times we all have our go-to's for coping. The trip is to find a balance between coping and what may cause you more harm than good. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Mind Vs Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 11:24


    The mind is willing but the body is weak happens a lot especially when we get older. Often times we aren't always do the things we used to. Accepting this, listening to our bodies, being mindful, and asking for help is okay and great self care. Pleasnat Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Serenity Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 9:11


    During stressful and challeging situations I'm always reminded of the serenity prayer. Knowing what you need to change or just accept in those situations go a long way to achieving peace. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Releasing What Doesn't Serve You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 9:30


    By releasing and letting go of energy that isn't serving us, such as negative encounters or unforgiveness, we allow room for more opportunities for blessings to flow into our lives. Pleasant Spirit Daily Blessings for a Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    A Religious Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 11:04


    There are a lot of different diets out there with different pros and cons. There is no one size fits all method. The main goal of course to to create a healthy lifestyle. Similarly this can be true for religion. There is no one way to connect to spirit. The main goal is to be at peace. Pleasant Spirit Daily Blessings of a Pleasant Spirit: A gratitude journal --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Mind Your Meal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2021 10:19


    Another area in our lives we can be mindful of is mealtime. In many cultures mealtime is an event. If we take the time to stop and enjoy our food we can enjoy the benefits of better digestion and nutrition. Who knows maybe even lose some of that covid weight. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Don't Spread Yourself Too Thin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 9:21


    Sometimes we can get caught up in taking care others we neglect ourselves. Self care is important and we must stop once in a while and make sure we replenish our own aenergy. After all you can't give away what you don't have. Pleasant Spirit My Blind Like Me Podcast Interview --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Life is a Moving Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 10:07


    Everything is moving and vibrating. Without movement we would not have a universe. The physical as well as the metaphysical all need to move and vibrate. We most also move in our bodies and minds. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    So What if It Sucks?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 10:05


    There is no shortage of creatie enrgy in this world. We are are all creators. The fact that we are alive today means we have the opportunity to create something for the world because we are created to create. So what if it sucks? The fact that you are alive with the ability to create is beautiful in itself. So don't be afraid of what it is because it's a part of your ultimate journey. Be daring to inspire you never know what will show up. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Energetic Spring Cleaning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 19:24


    This time of year we start to wake up and start new projects and try to clean out the clutter. In this episode I talk about various forms of spiring cleaning, such as fasting, and being mindful of the need to clean out out spiritual closets. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Another Point of View

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 11:22


    Often times we can solve a lot of problems if we can see things from another perspective. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

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    Fostering Energy Audiobook Sample

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 7:17


    A sample of the audiobook version of my book Fostering Energy Fosering Energy Audiobook Link Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    What Is Your Story?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 10:11


    We as a society often use stories to share our ideas and creativity, to make a point or to feel connected to each other. This episode invites you to consider sharing your story. Pleasant Spirit My new book an Amazon Fostering Energy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    What is Being Demonstrated in Your Life?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 11:09


    Demonstration is the only authority. We can determine whether we are on a path to peace or chaos based on what is being demonstrated in our lives. In this episode I give a few examples in my life. Pleasant Spirit My new book Fostering Energy on Amazon.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Changing Your Inner Dialog

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2021 13:11


    Often times when we are facing stressful situations, it can help to visualize a more favorable situation. Your body doesn't know the difference. If we are able to use NLP techniques, like positive visualizations or changing our habits and the words we use, we can face difficult situations better. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    How I Became a Massage Therapist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2021 13:46


    Clients often ask how I got into massage, so I answer this question in this episode. Pleasant Spirit My Journey as a Legally blind massage therapist --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    What is Your Perceived Value?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 13:31


    So much of our world is based on perception. From our economy, media and even how we feel about ourselves. When we get to a place where we start to value our true selves and know that we have a purpose and value, we can start to see meaningul change in the energy in our lives. You are matter, because you matter. For further resources check out the Pleasant Spirit Website --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Cause and Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 13:36


    With all that's going on in the world today, what we are feeling and seeing are Effects of a much deeper Cause. Much like a dis-ease we must address the causes by addressing the feelings and seeking to understand if we are going to start the healing process. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    A Lesson from the Appalachian Trail

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2021 15:55


    A perspective on my best/worst day on the Appalachian Trail that I hiked back in 2005. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Emotions Running Hot on Current Events?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2021 11:51


    Everything that is happing is part of an energy system. We must be mindful of the energy we entertain and use our emotions to guide us to peace and light. A good nights sleep doesn't hurt either. :) Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Pleasant Spirit Podcast (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2021 0:31


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    New Year Wrapup

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 14:24


    Just some random thoughts to close out 2020, and to hold an intention for bgger and better things in the coming year. thanks for listening. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Sharing Your Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 13:15


    A reminder to have an "attitude of gratitude" to carry that consciousness into the new year. To do so, we can let go of unforgiveness and be of service to others. I invite you, before the end of the year to record a message and send it to me about what you are grateful for and I can add it to a future show. Just use the voice message link. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Creating a World That Works For All

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 16:18


    Just some simple thoughts about how we can work together for the good of all mankind. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

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    Importance of Good Communication For Your Massage

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 11:47


    Stressing the importance of good communication and feedback before and during your massage session. after all its your time and you deserve the best experience. Pleasant Spirit Pleasant Touch Massage --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Looking at Challenges as Creative Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 13:41


    History is written with challenges opportunities. We can turn our own challenges as a sign to create a world that inspires others. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Where Do We Go From Here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 11:23


    A brief perspective on the current political landscape. Where we go from here is up to all of us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Being An Ice Breaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 12:06


    There is no private good any more than there is private aggravation. We all have similar experiences. We can take that opportunity to become "ice breakers" for others. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Self Massage with Everyday Items

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 15:23


    Some suggestions on doing self care at home using common items, to help you between massage sessions. Suggested Items: Tennis Balls There Cane Vibrating Massage Roller Inversion Table Other Heath and Beauty Products at Pleasant Spirit Storefront --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Feeling Powerless?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 9:39


    Sometimes we feel separate from our good. Are those around you challenging you because they feel the same way? Pleasant Spirit Store --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Dealing with Depression and Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 10:30


    Practicing mindfulness is another way of dealing with stress, depression and anxiety. Pleasant Spirit Store The Power of Now YouTube Story on Dealing with Depression and Anxiety --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Massage FAQ and Addressing gender preference.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 12:34


    Some common questions I get from new massage clients. Also addressing the topic of gender preference when choosing a massage therapist. Massage Services: Pleasant Touch Massage Health and Wellness Products and Info: Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    A Matter of Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 9:50


    During these uncertain times, there is one thing we can be certain about and that is our perspective.. Pleasant Spirit --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    How I Evaluate my Human Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 11:22


    A way I compartmentalize my human experience from the perspective of the self help book I Dare You by William Danforth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    What to Expect at Pleasant Touch Massage

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 13:52


    A word picture of what you could experience at Pleasant Touch Massage --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Dealing With Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 10:19


    What causes stress and what are it's long-term effects on the body? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

    Introduction for the first show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2020 11:56


    Just some basic background on me and what I do and what the podcast will be. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pleasantspirit/support

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