ReAwakening with Makena Sherwood

Originally aired on May 19th, 2021. On this week's episode of F*ck Wellness, Lara, Mallory, and Makena have an emotional, inspiring, and vulnerable conversation with Gretchen Driscoll, a Success Coach and EFT Tapping Specialist. Gretchen tells the story of her husband's struggle with brain cancer, coping with his death, and what tools she used to keep moving forward since. The group talks about the difference between planned and unplanned transitions and how seasons of change illuminate our insecurities, true friends, and biggest fears. Gretchen's husband, John, comes through to Makena during the podcast, adding powerful sentiments to the discussion.

Originally aired May 14th, 2021. Nate Harper, a fan favorite, comes back to talk about spiritual awakenings, life transitions, and aliens, but most importantly, Mallory gets to the bottom of Makena and Nate's relationship. Notes:Ex MachinaPlanet 51

Originally aired on May 12th, 2021 On this episode of F*ck Wellness, Makena chats with Victoria Jane, a human design expert, about how to navigate change and life transitions by understanding your human design chart. Victoria explains her journey from Silicon Valley in, what she thought, was a coveted career path to pursuing human design coaching as a full-time job. The pair talks about the many definitions of "purpose," how it feels to grieve a past version of yourself, and what your HD chart can tell you about the connections around you. Connect with Victoria on Instagram @victoriajane.hd or visit her website victoriajane.co.This is our second episode of May discussing tools and advice on how to navigate life transitions. Last week, Lara, Mallory, and Makena unpacked the transitions they were going through and on Friday, Nate Harper comes back on the podcast to discuss how to use your intuition to cope with change.

Originally aired April 28th, 2021. On this week's episode of F*ck Wellness, Mallory and Makena chat with Erica Hoff, a yogi, activist, and world traveler, about the vulnerability of living an alternative, nomadic lifestyle. The group talks about the courage it takes to travel by yourself, the myth of "having it all," and the layers of social media vulnerability. You can follow Erica's journey on IG at @ericaisevolving.Show Notes:"The Call to Courage with Brené Brown"The Birds Papaya IGF*ck Wellness Episode with Nate HarperReawakening Episode: "The Busy Myth"

Originally aired on April 14th, 2021. On this week's episode of F*ck Wellness, Lara and Makena bring on one of their close friends (also Lara's high school boyfriend), Nate Harper. The group talks about gendered stereotypes around vulnerability, the courage it takes to admit you were wrong, and Nate and Lara rehash their relationship after 6 years of reflection. Listen all the way to the end to hear Nate read Lara's senior yearbook letter to him on the pod (*cue tears*).

Originally published on January 27th, 2021.On the fourth and final episode of January, Makena and Reena SenGupta chat about discipline in the world of spirituality. They discuss the consequences of being driven by a spiritual chore chart, their limiting beliefs around financial security and relationships, and how they navigated finding their roles amidst the chaos of this past year.

How has your grief shaped your creativity? For Janet, her grief, however paralyzing and debilitating at the time, provided a blank canvas to paint a new picture of what life could be. On the podcast, Janet, Meredith, and Makena redefine creativity, advocate for rest over productivity and break down how their creative processes overlap with their intuitive processes. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you might even realize that you've been getting some intuitive hits the whole time!

Originally aired December 23rd, 2020. How do group readings work? Fate or free will? Are readings as accurate virtually as in-person? What are spirit babies? Are readings ethical? All these burning questions and more are answered on this episode of F*ck Wellness. Makena gives Lara and Mallory her take on modern, ethical spirituality and tells the story of connecting to her spirit babies and the impact it had on her.  

Originally aired on August 12th, 2020.  On this episode of GTG the Podcast, Lara, Makena, and Mallory chat with Reena SenGupta, a holistic lifestyle designer, about her journey from studying international affairs and sustainability at GW to managing a yoga studio to reading tarot cards and leading intuition workshops. The group talks about the misconceptions and modernization of spirituality and Reena breaks down what a tarot reading looks like from her. Bonus: Reena and Makena share their experiences trying the other's spiritual services and bond over their shared values, philosophies, and ethics in their work. Want to connect with Reena or learn more about her services? Follow her at @urban__buddha or email her at urbanbuddhayoga@gmail.com.

Originally aired on June 24th, 2020.  On this episode of GTG, Makena discusses her experience as a medium and intuitive reader (and she explains all the terminology!). She answers questions from Lara, Mallory, and listeners on everything from when she first knew she had a gift, what a reading looks like for her, whether religious ideology plays a role in her spiritual journey, and where she plans to take her mediumship in the future. New thoughts: So much growth has occurred since recording this episode. My work has changed greatly but so many themes are still the same. It's so important to look back at some of these older episodes to celebrate and honor our growth. - Makena 

In this episode, Makena chats about how recently she's been working through having some of her boundaries crossed and what emotions have been surfacing because of that. She also has a pretty big announcement (and in a way, a boundary to set)!Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

 In this episode, Makena shares channelings she's received about what "negative" energy really is, her frustrations about how it's presented in the spiritual space, and the importance of knowing ourselves deeply.  AS ALWAYS, please use your own internal guidance to inform what you choose to take from this episode. I am one part, one channel, one human, and could never claim to hold the only truth. Use your intuition :). Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena breaks down what prayer means to her, how it has evolved in her life, and how you can explore what it means for you!  Notes:  Blog post on prayer Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

Today's pod is a GOOD one. Listen to hear about Makena's thoughts on comfort zones and why we need to actively expand them.   Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

Building off of her Instagram rant a few weeks ago, on today's pod Makena talks about how to stay connected to your spirituality through busy seasons in your life. She shares why being "busy" isn't necessarily a good thing and how we can help incorporate some connection to the divine even on those busy days. Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena shares how it's taken an incredible amount of vulnerability to navigate her own reawakening process and how spirituality has made her grow. She shares some things she's currently working through and explains how the discomfort can lead to growth. Listen to F*ck Wellness!  Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

222, 444, 111,...you get the idea! Today Makena chats all about all the different types of synchronicities, how validating they can be, and how we can interact with them! She also shares some fun stories about how synchronicities show up in her own life. This topic is FUN and Makena would love to hear some of your own cool stories! Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena shares some thoughts and beliefs she has around past lives and the Akashic Records. SO much more to come on this topic!! As always, use your intuition to figure out what aligns best with your life experience.  Resources: A Line Within (Ashley Wood)Article on the Akashic Records How To Read The Akashic Records  by Linda HoweConnect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

TW:  Although this episode does not discuss in specifics the events that happened in Boulder, Colorado on March 22nd, Makena does discuss trauma and processing heavy feelings. Please honor your needs and trust your intuition if this is something you would like to listen to. This week Makena takes a break from regularly scheduled content to address the events that occurred in Boulder, Colorado last week.  She addresses why it's so important to honor your human feelings and that it's ok to process trauma however you need. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode Makena shares:Why it's ok to be angry at SpiritHow a powerful breathwork session helped herA channeled message!Happy one-year anniversary to Makena's BIG announcement. Check out the blog post here. Sign up for my workshop: Connecting To Your Spirit Guides on April 3rd, 2021! **Date has since been changed to April 24th.Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena dives into her experience with anxiety and why it doesn't take away from her connection with Spirit.  She tells some personal stories and explains why we don't always have to separate our human feelings from our relationship with Spirit. Everything is valid and welcomed here! Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode:Makena sks the question if labels help or hinder usHow she went from sitting in frustration to sharing these thoughtsHow she was micromanaging her connection to Spirit and what she's doing nowWhy intentions are all you really needMakena shares the collective message of how we are transitioning collectively in our connection with SpiritHave a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

On this episode Makena talks about:How her spirituality and therapy experiences have mergedBrainspotting therapy Criticizing the "clean vessel" rhetoric in the spirituality communityExplains why she doesn't like or use the term "healer"F*ck Wellness Episode: Community Series: On Wednesday's We Talk Therapy GTG Blog: "How To Find A Therapist $ Where To Get Support"Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena dives into the feeling of resentment and asks you the deep questions. Are you creating your own suffering? Is social media causing your resentment?  She shares her own relationship with resentment and how she navigates those feelings. Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena chats about what navigating the in-between feels like.   She shares why she believes in the between happens in cycles and how we can embrace the discomfort! “Honor the space between no longer and not yet” -Nancy LevinHave a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena questions if she fits in the spirituality space and wonders if we need to redefine spirituality. She gives her own definition of spirituality and explains why it really is only two things. She also highlights why she believes change happens through education. Check out her blog post on this topic! Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode Makena covers:Her recent shifts in money mindsetsWhat purpose and spiritual identity meanWhy Makena believes we don't only have one purposeHow we can connect to our purpose and spiritual identity Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

This episode covers: How to identify if it's your ego or your intuitionWhy your ego does NOT have to be the enemyWhy our fears can serve a purpose Journal Prompts: 1. Write down all of the times you can think of that you used your intuition. Then, write down all of the times you can think of that your ego-mind popped in. 2. Think about and write down some things you would do if you knew you couldn't fail. Then, write down some emotions you feel when you think about the things you wrote down! Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

This episode covers: Makena's paralyzing fear of messing up and disappointing her guides Getting over the need for validation and approval in the spirituality spaceHow to build habits in spirituality (shoutout Mallory and Generation Three Girls)  Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

Ok...I really mean "why I don't like how manifestation is marketed in the spirituality space" but you get the point. Listen to this episode to hear a new outlook on manifestation and some steps that will actually help you call in what you want. This episode covers:Why accountability is critical for manifestingSpirituality and privilege and why it's important to acknowledge human conditions Why manifestation is  a two-way street How to set strong intentions and believe you are worthy of whatever you desire Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode Makena talks about:What the Clair's are How Spirit warned Makena about a drunk driver How you can have an active role in your relationship with SpiritWhat I mean when I say “Spirit told me this”Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode Makena talks about: her own experience with grieving close family members how her grandma came to her in her dreams after she diedhow grief is different for every personhow grief led to Makena's mediumship discovery Connect with Makena: Makena's website Instagram 

Welcome to ReAwakening! In her introduction episode, Makena chats about everything from how this podcast was born to what you can expect from it! Make sure to tune in every Monday for new episodes. Makena covers: How she announced to the world that she was a Psychic MediumHer feelings on the world PsychicWhy our human nature should be celebratedHow her work has recently shifter and her new channeling experiences Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com. Connect with Makena: Makena's website Instagram 

We are diving right in! In this episode, Makena dives deep into the topic of loneliness. She shares her thoughts on loneliness and how it has impacted her life. In this episode Makena covers:What loneliness means to MakenaHer journey on the Camino de SantiagoUnpacking the realization that your soul growth is all up to you How to release your timeline of your growthF*ck Wellness episode: Are You Living Your Life to the Fullest? With Nancy GagnonHave a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com.Connect with Makena:Makena's websiteInstagram 

In this episode, Makena dives deep into the topic of friendship. She also chats about how our connection to Spirit doesn't have to be formal but it does have to be intentional and reminds us all that we are ALWAYS connected.What she covers:Navigating friendships as an empathHow friendship hasn't always been easy for herGrieving the ending of friendships The importance of communicating your needs in friendships F*ck Wellness Episode: F is for Friends Have a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com. Connect with Makena: Makena's website Instagram 

In this episode all about self-trust Makena covers: The fear of disappointing SpiritHow self-trust can be simpleWhy trusting ourselves can be uncomfortable How to move through hard emotionsAnxiety about "choosing wrong" when we are given messages from SpiritHow to take action on messages from SpiritHave a question you'd like answered on the podcast? Email Makena at kmakenasherwood@gmail.com. Connect with Makena: Makena's website Instagram 

In this episode, Makena introduces the show! She lets you know what you can expect along with her goals for the show. Tune in every Monday for new episodes.Connect with Makena: Makena's website Instagram