Shapeshifter

What if the question “Who do you think you are?” wasn't a judgment, but rather a curious (and rather philosophical) exploration on being seen or not. Join me as we meander through the vast fields of Glastonbury alongside some sheep and other insects – to ponder on this question.In this episode of Shapeshifter, we take a look at both sides of the tortilla, the wound and the awakening. Many of us first may have heard it as a shutdown, a silencing. But what if it could also be a key to deeper self-understanding, ancestral connection, and creative liberation?Join me as we explore:The Dual Nature of the Question: How “Who do you think you are?” can be both a dagger and a doorway—and how to recognise which one you're facing.Ancestral Amnesia: Why forgetting where we come from is a survival strategy and what it takes to begin remembering.Identity Beyond Labels: The tension between naming ourselves and remaining expansive in who we're becoming.The Danger of Certainty: How the pressure to be “clear” or “certain” about who we are can actually limit our growth.Embracing the Unknown: Why not knowing is a powerful part of our becoming—and how to be with that mystery.If you've ever felt like you had to shrink, contort, or explain yourself just to belong—this episode is your invitation to reclaim the question “Who do you think you are?” and answer it on your own terms.Coming soon: Ancestral Awakening, my most honest and transformative offering yet, opens this September. If you're ready to go deep into your lineage, roots, and ancestral memory—there's a spot for you in the circle.Join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening hereDREAMSCAPE aka the coolest cacao gathering ever – we'll next commune withabuelita cacao during the summer solstice on the 21 st June, book your spot hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

What happens when visibility comes at the cost of integrity? In this fiery and raw episode of Shapeshifter, I share a story I've held in my body for years—a story of revenge, rage, and ultimately, reclamation. This is a journey through fashion as portal, identity as power, and the deep ancestral roots that help us remember who we the f*ck really are. Join me as we explore:Rage as a Compass: What it feels like to connect with your ancestral fury rising through your body and what it teaches us about betrayal, both from others and from the self.The Cost of Compromise: Ignoring clear red flags in pursuit of visibility, compromising your own voice and diluting your creativity.Fashion as Medicine: How a red hoodie became a sacred object, holding both the wound and the wisdom of my creative journey. Fashion, when held with intention, becomes a sacred portal for remembrance and returnRooting Instead of Reacting: How choosing integrity over popularity leads to inner power and leadership.Beyond Labels: Why I no longer identify as a “woman of color” and what it means to root in lineage instead of language.

In this powerful episode of Shapeshifter, we dive deep into the heart of ancestral awakening — an urgent and beautiful journey from feeling spiritually adrift to reconnecting with the wisdom of our ancestors. If you've ever felt that ache of disconnection or the longing to return to something deeper, this episode is for you.We explore the idea of spiritual orphanhood, a term that beautifully captures the sense of loss many feel when there's no tangible connection to their ancestral roots. This conversation is an invitation to step away from external spiritual seeking and begin the work of remembering — remembering the land, the rituals, the songs, and the people who came before us.Through personal storytelling, ancestral wisdom, and embodied practices, this episode speaks to anyone who's ever wondered where they truly belong. If you've ever felt the pull to dive deeper into your lineage, uncover your roots, or find a sense of home in the invisible threads of your ancestry — this is your invitation to join the journey. In this episode, you'll hear about:The powerful journey of moving from spiritual orphanhood to a deep sense of ancestral belonging Why so many are drawn to external traditions (South East Asia, Africa, South America) and how that can sometimes distract from the rich wisdom in our own bloodlinesThe deep ache of not belonging and how that feeling of longing is actually a sign of rememberingThe wisdom of the land and how ancestral lines in the British Isles — and beyond — were violently severed and yet are waiting to be reawakenedHow we can start working with the body as a vessel of memory to build rituals and altars to reconnect with our ancestorsPersonal stories of how remembering our lineage can transform our relationship with the world around usHow Ancestral Awakening is a living work of art, requiring communal engagement and reverence for the process, not perfectionJoin the Ancestral Awakening journey:If something in this conversation stirred something deep inside you, you might be ready to take the next step toward your own ancestral remembering. Ancestral Awakening begins in September is a space for spiritual orphans to come home — a sacred journey that goes beyond timelines and limits.Join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening hereResources mentioned in this episode:Franca's work – A special thank you to Franca, whose clarity, insight and oracle magic sparked the term “spiritual orphanhood”. Check out her work hereDREAMSCAPE aka the coolest cacao gathering ever – we'll next commune with abuelita cacao during the summer solstice on the 21st June, book your spot here This episode is more than just words, this invitation is a LIVING WORK OF ART —to feel the pull, the ache, and the remembrance of your own roots. Your ancestors are waiting for you to remember them. And you already know the way back. Let's walk this path of remembrance together.✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

What if healing wasn't about the self, but about the whole? In this powerful conversation, I sit with Eda Zavala Lopez, an Amazonian medicine woman, ayahuasquera, and community elder, to explore the true meaning of reciprocity, ancestral wisdom, and the modern world's obsession with self-help. Following on from my last episode, this one is a moving call deep from the Amazonian jungle. Join us as we explore:Honoring Indigenous Knowledge: The importance of respecting and dignifying the wisdom of Indigenous elders rather than extracting from it.The Myth of Self-Help: Why Western spirituality focuses on the individual rather than community, and how we can shift toward collective healing.Sacred Reciprocity: How we can approach plant medicine, Indigenous traditions, and spiritual exploration with integrity and respect.Reclaiming Ancestral Roots: A call to remember the magic and wisdom already present in our own lands and lineages before seeking it elsewhere.The Journey of a Lifetime: Eda's deeply personal story of visions, destiny, and how her spiritual path led her from the Amazon jungle to the UK.This is a conversation that will challenge, inspire, and open your heart to a new way of seeing the world. If you've ever questioned how to engage with spirituality in a way that truly honors its origins, this episode is for you. You will stop fooling yourself after this, and will be able to know when something is ‘adoption' and when it's out-right appropriation. Exciting news: Eda will be returning for an in-person gathering next year in 2026! Sign up to my mailing list here to hear all about itEda is a Wari-Ashaninka medicine woman, ayahuasquera, community elder and activist from Peru deeply committed to the Amazon Jungle and her people to protect sacred indigenous territories. You can read more about her and The Shawi Project here.My meeting with Eda has profoundly shifted my work in a deeper direction, one that has been a long time coming but wasn't quite ready to be shared. Until now. If you want to connect and start building a relationship with your ancestors in a way that feels playful, deep and healing that will totally transform the way you do life come and join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

What happens when the part of you that has been hidden for decades finally emerges? In this deeply personal episode of Shapeshifter, I share a transformative journey through psilocybin, ancestral wisdom, and the realization that shook me to my core. This is a story of identity, joy, grief, and the spirit animals that guide us all along.Join me as we explore:The Power of Psychedelics: How a week-long mushroom retreat in Costa Rica opened a door to self-discovery I never expected.Hummingbird vs. Moth: The revelation that a lifelong connection to joy, color, and movement was also a way to protect myself from sadness and grief.Ancestral Guidance: How spirit animals, ceremony, and deep introspection can reveal long-buried wounds and new ways of understanding yourself.Embodying the Full Spectrum: Why joy and sorrow are not opposites but part of the same journey, and how allowing space for both has shifted everything.What Comes Next: How this experience is reshaping the way I move through the world, my work, and the way I show up for you in my community.This episode is raw, vulnerable, and a true turning point. If you've ever felt like you've been running from a part of yourself, I invite you to listen with an open heart.Exciting news, the first DREAMSCAPE aka the coolest cacao gathering you've ever been too, with cacao made by yours truly is on February 22nd in North London. We've got a few spaces still left, don't leave until the last minute ;)BOOK HEREThere's more. If you want to connect and start building a relationship with yourancestors in a way that feels playful and will totally transform the way you dolife come and join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening here Get your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

What if the things we call distractions are actually invitations? In this episode of Shapeshifter, I dive into the age-old struggle of multi-passionate creatives: how do we know if we're experiencing “shiny object syndrome” or if we're being called toward a curiosity worth pursuing?Join me as I explore:Reframing Shiny Object Syndrome: Why this term might be demeaning to your creative spirit and how to see it differently.Following Your Curiosity: How to tell when an idea is just a passing thought orsomething meant to be integrated into your world.The Power of Creative Satellites: Understanding how new passions can add depth and richness to your work rather than distract from it.Trusting Your Creative Evolution: Why it's okay to change direction, step away, or explore multiple passions without feeling like you're “quitting.”Building a Legacy on Your Terms: Honoring the many facets of who you are and allowing all of them to coexist in your creative journey.Let go of the guilt and embrace the magic of your many passions. Tune in to Episode 15 of Shapeshifter and give yourself permission to create on your own terms.Exciting news, the first DREAMSCAPE aka the coolest cacao gathering you've ever been too, with cacao made by yours truly is on February 22nd in North London. We've got a few spaces still left, don't leave until the last minute ;)BOOK HEREThere's more. If you want to connect and start building a relationship with yourancestors in a way that feels playful and will totally transform the way you dolife come and join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening here Get your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

What does it mean to approach business like an artist? In this episode of Shapeshifter, I explore how creativity, play, and authenticity shape the way we build, sustain, and evolve our businesses. It's not about following conventional rules—it's about making your own.Join me as I dive into:Creating Your Own Path: How breaking away from traditional business practices can lead to joy, fulfillment, and success on your terms.The Art of Play: Why viewing your business as a creative playground allows for more freedom and innovation.Freedom of Time: The powerful motivator of designing a life that aligns with your values and priorities.The Magic of Trade: Reflecting on the joy of exchanging value and how it connects to our deepest sense of purpose.Counterculture as Integrity: How staying true to your authentic self often means challenging societal norms and carving your own unique path.What would happen if you got really honest about the kind of business youractually building? Tune in to Episode 14 of Shapeshifter and find out why youcannot follow conventional wisdom when it comes to entrepreneurship.Exciting news, the first DREAMSCAPE aka the coolest cacao gathering you've ever been too, with cacao made by yours truly is on February 22nd in North London.We've got a few spaces still left, don't leave until the last minute ;)BOOK HEREThere's more. If you want to connect and start building a relationship with yourancestors in a way that feels playful and will totally transform the way you dolife come and join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

In this episode of Shapeshifter, I'm diving deep into a question that changed everything for me: What if I called you a thought leader? Together, we explore the resistance, the possibilities, and the power of owning our ideas as much as we own our artistry.Join me as I explore:Embracing Thought Leadership: How stepping into the role of a thought leader expands your creative expression and connects us to our eagle energy.The Eagle and the Condor Prophecy: Discovering the balance between mind and spirit to birth a new consciousness.Ideas Worth Spreading: Overcoming the fear of sharing your thoughts and trusting that your words, like your art, can inspire change.The Season of the Eagle: Why it's time to honor your mind and step onto the stage—whether it's a panel, a TED Talk, or your own creative platform.Are you ready to explore your eagle energy and start sharing your ideas with conviction? Tune in to Episode 13 of Shapeshifter and discover how your thoughts can become part of your creative legacy.Plus, my most exciting invitation for you…especially if you want to connect and start building a relationship with your ancestors in a way that feels playful, deep and joyous:Join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador  lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Ever felt like taking time off just made things more complicated? In this episode of Shapeshifter, I'm sharing the raw, honest reflections from my recent sabbatical. From embracing the joy of slowing down aka “turtle energy” to learning the delicate balance between nourishing solitude and disruptive isolation, this episode explores the true impact of intentional breaks.Join me as I explore:Sabbatical Insights: How time away can spark deep introspection but also disrupt our sense of flow—and when to know it's time to dive back in.Navigating Hormonal Changes: My honest experiences with the "zone of chaos" during perimenopause and how embracing this stage can affect your creative process.Creative Renewal: Rediscovering your passion for shapeshifting as an artist and business owner and why I'm returning to work with renewed clarity and intention.Gathering & Community: Announcements on the upcoming 2025 gatherings, including a transformative journey to Guatemala, all with Abuelita Cacao at the heart.Ready to find balance in rest and reconnect with your body of work? Tune in to Episode 12 of Shapeshifter for insights on creating, resting, and the beauty of beginning again.✨ Want to share your own stories around takings breaks, resting, and releasing? Connect with me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch, and let's continue the conversation there. Or send me an email hello@carogomez.com – I read and respond to all your messages.Plus, my most exciting invitation for you…especially if you want to connect and start building a relationship with your ancestors in a way that feels playful, deep and joyous:Join the waitlist for Ancestral Awakening hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador  lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Fresh off the heels of having this gorgeous conversation with my dear friend and mentor Africa Brooke, I invite you to join me at the table to explore the "myth of purity"—not in terms of sexuality, but in terms of cultural identity, ancestry, and the permission we give ourselves to step into spaces that don't feel 100% “ours.”Join me as we dive into:Cultural Identity & Ancestry: How you can embrace all your lineages (because let's face it, we all have a bit of everything), release the shame (even if, you have white ancestry) through the power of storytelling. I share my own journey of welcoming my Spanish ancestry alongside my Indigenous Mayan heritage to overcome feelings of inadequacy and shame.Breaking the Myth of Purity: Why the idea that we must be "pure" or 100% from a certain culture to honour its practices holds us back from transformation and growth.Healing Through Ancestral Wisdom: My relationship with my great-grandfather, a Spanish priest, and how re-examining family history has shifted my perspective from shame to empowerment. Guess what? You get to do this too.Re-Indigenising vs. Decolonising: A reframe on embracing all parts of ourselves, including the colonizer's blood, and what it means to honour our full, complex identities.A Call to Shapeshifters: How we, as artists, healers, and facilitators of transformation, are meant to bridge different worlds and create new consciousness.Let's unravel the idea of purity and embrace the beauty of your mixed, multifaceted identity together. Enjoy, some gentle rattling as we open space for this honest (and if I'm honest) emotional conversation. Tune in to Episode 11 of Shapeshifter for a vulnerable, reflective, and transformative exploration.Plus, my most exciting invitation for you…especially if you want to connect and start building a relationship with your ancestors in a way that feels playful, deep and joyous:Join the waitlist for Dine with your Ancestors hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when the Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador  lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

In this milestone episode of Shapeshifter, we're celebrating the power of gathering and the deep connections we build when we come together with purpose and intention. After hosting a series of gatherings, including my 40th birthday party, I reflect on the magic of shared spaces, the joy of dancing, and how community brings us closer to ourselves and each other.Join us as we explore:The Essence of Gathering: Why gathering is fundamental to human connection and how it satisfies a deep desire for community and shared experiences.Creating Meaningful Spaces: Lessons from hosting intimate and eclectic gatherings like cacao ceremonies, dance parties, and shamanic drumming events.The Power of Intention: How setting clear intentions elevates any gathering, making it a unique experience for everyone involved.Reciprocity in Community: The importance of giving back, both to your guests and to the spaces that support you, and how this act of generosity deepens connections.Ready to embrace the joy of coming together? Tune in to Episode 10 of Shapeshifter and discover how gathering with purpose can uplift your spirit and bring your community closer than ever before.Plus, I share with you my latest offerings:Join the waitlist for Dine with your Ancestors hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador  lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

In this fun and nostalgic episode of Shapeshifter, we dive into the energy of our teenage years and explore how those formative experiences continue to shape us as adults. Sparked by a lively conversation in a WhatsApp group and a treasure trove of 90s photos, we reflect on memories that have left a lasting impact on our sense of self.Join me as I explore:Teenage Memories and Their Power: How rediscovered photos from the 90s sparked laughter and deep reflections on personal growth, and how these memories can influence our present-day selves.Inner Teen Spirit: While we often hear about inner child work, what about the inner teen? Discover how reconnecting with the rebellious, creative, and exploratory aspects of our teenage years can bring joy, insight, and personal empowerment.The Power of Asking for Support: A heartwarming story of how collaboration and friendship during a high school performance led to personal triumphs, and though the details will be different – the lessons are for us all.The Evolution of Self-Expression: From teenage fashion statements to designing clothes as an adult, I share my journey of using clothes as a means of self-expression and how my teenage style continues to inspire me today. Here's your invitation to connect with yours.Reconnecting to Teenage Dreams: I reflect on the dreams I had as a teen and how they've evolved into my current creative work, inviting you to explore the threads that connect your past and present selves.Let's embrace the rebellious spirit of our inner teenager and see what treasures we can unearth to enrich our lives today. Tune in to Episode 9 of Shapeshifter to relive the magic of teenage years with new wisdom and understanding.Plus, I share with you my latest offerings:Join the waitlist for Dine with your Ancestors hereGet your Mayan horoscope sign hereBe the first to know when Joy Witch's Cacao from El Salvador  lands!✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Welcome back to Shapeshifter! After a summer break, we're diving deep into an exploration of identity, migration, and connection to ancestral lands. This episode reflects on what it means to call a place home, especially when you're far from it, and how migration shapes not only our lives but also the stories we carry within.Join me as we explore:The Only Country Named After God: The profound meaning behind this phrase, as found in the book Solito by Javier Zamora, and how it resonated with my experience as a Salvadoran living abroad.Balancing Pride and Distance: A reflection on growing up elsewhere and the mixed feelings of living away from ‘home'.The Immigrant Experience: How setting roots in a new country can lead to a strange sense of belonging—and disconnection—from both the old and the new.London's Magic: Why this city has allowed me, and so many others, to explore new identities and ways of living, while still staying rooted in our past.Embracing Diversity and Reconnection: An invitation to continue fishing from different ponds, while respecting and untangling the threads that connect us.Join me on this heartfelt journey of self-reflection, cultural pride, and the beauty of being an immigrant.Please bear in mind, this episode contains sensitive topics about immigration and violence, which you may not want to tune into. ✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Unlock a new perspective on your creative journey! In this episode of Shapeshifter, I delve into the transformative decision that has revolutionized the way I approach the unfolding of my creative expression and business. And how you can take this perspective and make it your own.Join me as I explore:The Journey to Freedom: How a part-time job liberated my creative expression and relieved the pressure of making my art pay the bills.Listening to Your Body: The importance of tuning into your physical sensations and letting curiosity guide your decisions.Creativity Without Constraints: Embracing the unpredictable, joyous nature of creativity without the burden of financial expectations.Lessons from The Somatic School: Insights from my work with The Somatic School and how it has enriched my creative process and personal growth.The Power of Play: How allowing creativity to be playful and untethered can lead to unexpected and magical outcomes.Ready to discover how taking the financial pressure off your art and creativity can lead to a the unfolding of your true expression? Tune in to Episode 7 of Shapeshifter and join me on this journey of transformation and self-discovery.Join me and other incredible speakers at The Somatic School's Embodied Business Symposium on the 7th and 8th of September. It's FREE. Yay.Disclaimer: This episode contains explicit language and is not suitable for young children. Please use headphones if listening in public or around children.✨ Want more inspiration? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for deeper conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

What if I told you, that I actually give a f*ck what you think about me?Welcome to another honest episode of Shapeshifter, where we explore the multi-faceted nature of being a multi-passionate creative that refuses to ‘niche' down. In this episode, we delve into the concept of genuinely caring about what we do and how it influences our body of work.Join me as I show you how embracing the joy of giving a f*ck can transform the legacy you're building, release and let go of the idea that caring what others think of you is a ‘bad' thing. And looking fabulous whilst you're at it is the magic key!Key TakeawaysIntroduction (00:00:00)Embracing a multi-passionate way of being.Navigating the challenges of such a lifestyle.Personal Transformation (00:01:00)Shifting towards intentional living.Impact on business, creative expression, and relationships.Challenging Conventional Wisdom (00:02:00)Moving away from the "zero fucks given" mentality.The importance of authenticity in professional and personal realms.The Power of Adornment (00:08:00)Expressing self through fashion and adornment.Rediscovering a love for personal style and its impact on self-esteem.The Fallacy of Not Caring (00:14:00)How pretending not to care can lead to misalignment.The journey to admitting genuine care and its positive effects.Giving Joyful F*cks (00:22:00)Embracing the concept of joyful f*cks to give.Using this energy to create and share work with intention and care.Practical Implications (00:25:00)How admitting you care changes your presence and work.Magnetizing collaborations and opportunities through genuine care.Memorable Quotes"When you accept that you actually give a f*ck, your stance changes, the way you show up changes, the way you speak changes.""Adornment has saved my life... It's not about becoming Carrie Bradshaw, it's about how you choose to express yourself physically in the world."✨ Ready to dive deeper? Follow me on Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for more conversations on unconventional thinking, creativity, and spirituality!_Disclaimer: This episode contains explicit language and is not suitable for young children. Please use headphones if listening in public or around children.Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Come with me as we uncover the surprising lesson from finally unpicking the threads between Eurocentric beauty standards and self acceptance. In this episode of Shapeshifter, I'm diving into a powerful and personal story of how Eurocentric ideals have shaped my self-perception and led me to a place of deep self-love and acceptance.Join me as we explore:The Impact of Eurocentric Beauty Standards: How the tall, blonde, and thin ideal shaped my childhood and affects our perception of beauty across cultures.A Journey of Self-Acceptance: My personal path from envy and insecurity and how it can teach you to embrace your unique features with love and confidence.Re-Indigenising Beauty: Shifting the conversation from decolonisation to re-indigenising and welcoming all parts of you.Finding Joy in the Shadows: How embracing the aspects of myself I once viewed as flaws has led to significant personal growth and joy and it can do for you too.Unexpected Gifts: How meeting women who embody Eurocentric ideals brought spiritual insights and transformative experiences into my life that I did not expect!Ready to uncover the true magic of self-acceptance and flip the tortilla around on conventional beauty standards? Tune in to Episode 5 of Shapeshifter and join me on this heartfelt exploration of love and identity.Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Do the whispers of your ancestors ever echo in your soul? In this episode, I ignite a powerful exploration of ancestral work, where we dive beyond the glorious heroes to embrace the full spectrum of your lineage.I'll share a transformative story of confronting a complex ancestor, sharing all about its impact on my spiritual awakening. We'll explore ways to honour the tapestry of your lineage, from the radiant figures to the hidden threads that bind you.Prepare to discover:Cultivating honesty in acknowledging your ancestors.Shifting your perspective on "unfavourable" ancestors, recognising them as part of your sacred story.Practical tools for connecting with all your spirit guides, even the ones who may challenge your path.Understanding your ancestral tapestry empowers you to weave a future imbued with ancestral wisdom.Join me for this exploration of ancestral work. Learn to tap into the wisdom of your lineage, celebrate your spiritual heritage, and leave a legacy that resonates through time.Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Are you tired of the same old activism narrative? It's time to celebrate the diverse voices – especially the silent ones – that create massive change! This episode champions all forms of activism, from quiet contemplation to joyful explosions of creativity.Get ready to hear me talk about:The power of individual expression.Challenging the "loud = powerful" narrative.Joy is the ultimate rebellion.Finding joy in the midst of struggle.This episode is a call to embrace your unique voice, celebrate the quiet heroes, and redefine what it means to be an activist. Let's raise a flag for the power within each of us!Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Forget everything you thought you knew about cacao ceremonies! This episode reveals a deeper truth about this ancient practice. My trip to Guatemala and a conversation with a Mayan elder unveiled the reality behind these 'ceremonies' and why so many of us may have been misled.Hear me talk about:The ancient Mayan traditions behind cacaoHow I'm honouring my heritage while creating a transformative experienceMy evolving perspective on cacao ceremonies – why I'm prioritising tradition over convenienceJoin me on a journey to unlock the true heart-opening magic of cacao and discover why my gatherings are unlike anything you've experienced before! Ready to experience the magic for yourself? My next cacao gathering is happening on Saturday, July 13th at 11 am in a beautiful, hidden gem location in North London. We'll share cacao, stories, Mayan lore, embark on a shamanic drumming journey, and enjoy delicious homemade food together. Spaces are limited, so book yours here.Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

Are you feeling pressure to fit into a single box? Do you have a million passions and interests that don't seem to fit neatly into one category? You, my friend, are a Shapeshifter! Welcome to my first episode. I'm excited you are here.Tune in and hear me talk about the kinds of conversations we will have here:We'll explore why women, in particular, are often expected to pick just one path, and how to break free from that pressure.Why it's important to build a career that honours all your creative desires.I discuss the beauty of cyclical living, allowing yourself to wander, explore, and express your creativity in new ways.And the importance of tapping back into your joyful spirit and letting it shine through in all your creative endeavours.Ready to unleash your inner Shapeshifter and live a life brimming with creative expression? Tune in and let's get exploring!Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.

SHAPESHIFTER, is about celebrating the magic of all the parts of you. Imagine what it would feel like to not have to chop yourself into tiny bits to fit into these predetermined boxes, imposed by society, culture, your family and even yourself? Imagine a world where you are allowed, in fact, cheered on to explore all your different interests, desires and passions in a way that feels like water flowing through a river - yes, there will be branches along the way that might hit you in the face and want to throw you off course, but those river banks are solid AF. To guide you. To re-direct you.And guess what?You get to peek behind the veil whilst you're at it. No more hiding your woo, yuk, let's call it what it is. No more hiding your partnership with Spirit, here you learn how to dance and play with it. Yeah, it's unconventional, out of the box, audacious, bold, curious, weird even, but dear wild woman, so are you.It's time to flip the script and dive headfirst into the not-so comfy parts of life, and really embody your innate creative wisdom, build your business your way and call in your spiritual squad. When these 3 things come together in song and play - ouuuuffffffff, that's when your life becomes a wild ride that your future descendants will tell endless stories about.That's when your legacy is truly built.Get out of that snug little bubble, it's time to really live.Did this episode awaken something within you? If you're ready to dive deeper into unconventional biz, creativity + spirituality, head to my Instagram @carogomez_joywitch for even more! Spread the joy! Did this episode leave you feeling empowered or inspired? Help others find the same magic by leaving a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. Your feedback is like fuel for the show, and it helps others discover the power within themselves.