Soul Sessions

Welcome back, friends!! In our fourth guest interview session, I am chatting with the wonderful Vanessa Naumann on the topic of intuition, listening to our heart whispers, and how to differentiate that soul-led voice from feelings andemotions that may deter us from following our path, such as fear. I had a lot of fun chatting with Vanessa and am super excited to share this episode. Please find a bit more about Vanessa via her bio below; and follow her on Instagram here⁠⁠⁠, as well as on her website.I hope this episode - and Vanessa's wisdom within - serve you well. Thank you for listening!Until next time,Be wellVanessa's Bio:Vanessa teaches the curious - like creatives, leaders and changemakers how to decode their unconscious patterns and break free from the limited frame of thinking tocome fully alive in their body and unfold their unique impact. It's all about practicing how to tune into the body, listen and breathe - skills Vanessa believes are essential to see ourselves and the world around us clearly, make wise decisions and live fulfilled lives. She's here to remind us of our own unique brilliance and power.Interested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs? Check out my ⁠⁠⁠Referral Link⁠⁠⁠!

Welcome back, friends!! In our third guest interview session, I am chatting with the wonderful Jessica Amos - to talk about coaching, therapy, and the foundations of all loving relationships (particularly the one we have with ourself). Please find a bit more about Jessica via her bio below; and follow her on Instagram ⁠⁠here⁠⁠, as well as on her ⁠⁠website⁠⁠.I hope this episode - and Jessica's wisdom within - serve youwell as we close out the month of March. Thank you for listening!Until next time,Be wellJessica's Bio:Jessica Amos is a Life Transformation Coach, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, and Founder of Stay with Yourself: The Practice of Being Who You Are, Where You Are. With thousands of clients worldwide, Jessica's coaching-style is down-to-earth and conversational -- like you are connecting with a safe and trustworthy friend. She hopes you feel deeply supported, encouraged, and inspired by her many mindfulness courses, guided meditations, and private 1-on-1 coaching programs. Get access to Jessica's free Soul Thriving Guidebook (+mini course) for Big-Hearted People at ⁠www.staywithyourself.com⁠Interested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs? Check out my ⁠⁠Referral Link⁠⁠!

Welcome back, friends!! In our new episode, I am officially welcoming us into Aries season and a new spin around the zodiacal wheel. Happy New Year, 2.0! This episode is rich and packed with all kinds of new season energies, highlighting our opportunities in Aries season and what suggested practices may be able to stir our inner desires, while also keeping us grounded and rooted.Likewise, here are today's journaling prompts:What goals, dreams, visions, or plans are stirring inside of me? (write them out boldly and even practice saying them out loud)What can I tangibly do to begin embodying these dreams and pull them into meaningful action?Additionally, here are links to today's book resources: ⁠Women Who Run With the Wolves – Clarissa Pinkola EstesThe Twelve Faces of the Goddess – Danielle BlackwoodMiracles of Our Own Making: a History of Paganism - Liz WilliamsI hope this episode serves you well this month. Thank you for listening!Until next time,Be wellInterested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs?Check out my⁠⁠⁠Referral Link⁠⁠⁠!

Welcome back, friends!! In our new episode, I am talking about the importance of clearing out our energy field, especially as we absorb information from the news, social media, other people, and our collective environment. Today's world can seem really heavy for most - let's learn how to tend to our own energies and bodies so that we can show up ready for meaningful action.Likewise, here are links to today's book resources, as mentioned in the episode: Masters of the Living Energy and The Four-Fold Way.I hope this episode serves you well this month. Thank you for listening!Until next time,Be wellInterested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs?Check out my⁠⁠Referral Link⁠⁠!

Welcome back, friends!! In our second guest interview on the podcast, I am so happy to introduce Natalie Rousseau and talk about seasonal awareness, deep reflection amidst Deep Winter, and how to navigate transitional periods within a new year. Please find a bit more about Natalie via her bio below; and follow her on Instagram here, as well as on her website.I hope this episode - and Natalie's wisdom within - serve youwell as the month of February continues to unfold. Thank you for listening!Until next time,Be wellNatalie's Bio:I am a Somatic Inquiry practitioner and mindfulness teacher, guiding others in deepening their relationship with themselves, their bodies, and the living world. My work is rooted in an animist framework, honouring the wisdom of the natural world, the cosmos, and our other-than-human kin—plants, ancestors, and the unseen forces that shape our lives.I come to this work through a 25-year journey as a yoga and meditation teacher, continually drawn to the ways we can cultivate presence, resilience, and connection. I identify as an endless student, constantly exploring new depths of understanding—both within and beyond myself.Off the mat and outside the healing space, I am a mother, an animal lover, and someone who finds solace in the quiet rhythms of the earth. My work is an offering of devotion—to the body, to relationality, and to the ever-unfolding mystery of being alive.Interested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs? Check out my ⁠Referral Link⁠!

Welcome back, friends!! In our new episode, I am talking about self-love, right in time for Valentine's Day. However, my approach is going to question the superficiality of our modern-day self-love; and rather, invite you to sit in the depths of darkness that authentic self-love requests of us. You don't want to miss it.Likewise, here are links to today's book resources, as mentioned in the episode:Five Love Languages andNo Bad Parts.I hope this episode serves you well this month. Thank you for listening!Until next time,Be wellInterested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs?Check out my⁠Referral Link⁠!

Welcome back, friends!! In our first guest interview session, I am bringing back my dear friend, teacher, medicine woman, and all-around badass, Cindy Stockdale - to talk about slowing down long enough to begin the process of observing what comes up. Please find a bit more about Cindy via her bio below; and follow her on Instagram here, as well as on her website. I hope this episode - and Cindy's wisdom within - serve you well as the month of January ends. Thank you for listening! Until next time, Be well Cindy's Bio: Hi, my name is Cindy. My deepest passion is to support you to reclaim your personal power and help you live a fulfilled and satisfied life. I am a certified Quantum Life Coach with degrees in Psychology and Archaeology. I have been teaching yoga, studying Mountain Shamanism and the energetic healing arts for over 20 years, and have been an intuitive and channel my entire life. I grew up in a family that suffered from addiction and mental illness and as a young adult knew that I did not want to continue to weave this trauma into my life story. This spurred me into the life long journey of self-inquiry. Through many modalities including: Quantum Life Coaching, Yoga, Shamanism, and the Expressive Arts, I began to disentangle myself from my conditioning. Using these powerful tools, I have been able to live from my higher self and step into my place of service and highest purpose. My highest purpose is to help people remember they are loved. This is a true homecoming. Homecoming means we get to identify what we believe to be true, not what society has told us we need to be. We learn how to identify and discern our own feelings, beliefs, sensations, and then have the courage to live them outloud in the world. I am here for the wild one, the edge walker, the curse breaker, the life claimer. I am here for those who are ready to transform their lives. I'm talking about real change, to finally turn the page on your story and to say yes to the life that is waiting for you. It is time to answer your call. Interested in using Riverside for your podcasting needs? Check out my Referral Link!

Welcome back, friends!! In this short and sweet episode, I talk about the art of slowing down and the practice of aligning ourselves more to intentional living. There is something to be said about taking the reins of your day, but with more grace and softness towards rest and recovery. That is the power of intention. I'm also sharing a guided meditation, led by the wonderful Sophia Del Pizzo, which you can find free on Insight Timer. I hope this episode - and the resources within - serve you well in this month of January. Thank you for listening! Until next time, Be well

Happy New Year, friends!! In this short and sweet episode, I talk about the stress of New Year's resolutions and why they don't last - and what you can do differently by adding two simple yet powerful changes into your routine. Living and aligning ourselves to the natural world is a free and powerful resource; one that will soften us towards our goals, while also giving us the stamina to keep moving forward. I'm also excited to introduce a new book recommendation for this month: Peter Wohlleben's ⁠"The Secret Life of Trees."⁠ It's a beautiful read! Lastly, I'm also providing a new journaling prompt in complement to today's episode: “what are you most proud of accomplishing in 2024?” I hope this episode - and the resources within - serve you well as the new year unfolds. Thank you for listening! Until next time, Be well

On this episode of Soul Sessions, I had the privilege of speaking with a wonderful soul and sacred plant ceremony facilitator - Omnizen. We talked about all things plant medicine, as well as indigenous practices that are slowly being interwoven into the Western clinical model; as an aide for mental health and overall well-being. You don't want to miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

On this episode of Soul Sessions, I had the utmost privilege of speaking with my dear friend, teacher, and wisest medicine woman - Cindy Stockdale. We talked all things emBODYment; how we've disconnected from ourselves; and what power, sovereignty and social individual (and collective) justice it is to reconnect! You don't want to miss it! Check out Cindy's latest Masterclass recording on the Art of Embodiment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

On this episode of Soul Sessions, we're talking with the magical Daniella LaTouche - owner and healer with August Alchemy - about learning how to listen to our intuition, how to utilize the body's own wisdom for healing, and the importance of integrating body-based practices into the Western clinical medical model. You don't want to miss it - it's a great chat! Stay tuned to the end to learn how to work with Daniella for your optimal health and wellbeing! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

On this episode of Soul Sessions, we're talking with the lovely and amazing Kendell Sullivan - retreat leader and creator of Ritual Magik Yoga - on the topic of self-empowerment through travel, adventure, and world exploration; and how being in nature, as well as in magical places, can bring us back to ourselves. Stay tuned until the end where Kendell shares all of her exciting trips planned for 2024 that YOU could (and should!) be a part! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

On this episode of Soul Sessions, we're talking to Molly Freund - professional boudoir photographer, Yoga teacher, and all-around empowerment badass - about what adventure boudoir is, how body awareness is feeding our self-worth and love, and how participating in this self-expression is one beautiful avenue towards greater mental health. We're really sticking a giant middle finger towards the patriarchy in this one, so buckle in, babies! It's a good one! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

On this episode of Soul Sessions, we're talking to Joshua Napier - podcast host, writer, group facilitator, and Systemic Therapist in training - about death, loss, and grief, especially how it relates to our mental health. We're normalizing the conversations around death and providing tools with which to navigate this difficult life stage. Stick around to the end where Joshua shares some of his favorite literature around death and loss (*adds more books to cart*). This is a good one, you don't want to miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. On this final day of our course, we'll reflect on our journey; touch back on recognizing our grief and how making space for it has changed our mindset. We will also explore the idea of a “new normal,” and living a life after loss. The intention behind our last day together is to empower you to live the kind of life that aligns with the magnitude of love that you have in your own heart. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. Now that we know what our grief is, how it feels, and how to make space for it, it's time to let it flow. So much of what grief entails is the overflowing love that we have for someone or something we lost. Now that we know what that love is, it's time to share it. On Day 9, we'll explore some unique, sweet, and heartfelt ways to share our love, even in grief. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. On Day 8, we begin to tenderly touch the vulnerability of our loss. Whether we have lost a person, a job, a pet, an opportunity, or even some part of ourselves; we will now begin to connect with our loss. Through Metta meditation and letter-writing, we will take everything we've learned about grief up until now, and energetically connect to our loss. We will also discuss creating altars to honor our loss and grief, as well as creating sacred time to share stories of our loss. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. On Day 7, we're going to switch gears and reflect on how we are supported (or not) in our grieving process. We're going to evaluate our social and family circles to learn where we can pull back our energy, so that we are filling our own cup first. Boundaries are often the least talked about challenge in grief, and we can often get caught up in “saving mode,” trying to help everyone else but ourselves. We'll visit some practices that we can implement to protect our space, energy, resources, and time. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. Grief is love with nowhere to go. On Day 6, we're going to channel all of the deep, raw love in our heart into a writing exercise. The intention behind this writing exercise is to express our emotionality onto paper and outside of our body and energy. This way, we're not holding all of our emotions, and we're better able to gain perspective, clarity, and gratitude for the words which are now doing the holding for us. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. On Day 5, we're going to explore how grief and the emotionality around it gets trapped and lodged as stagnant and dense energy in our physical body. We will use meditation to ground and tune into our energy; and we will also use gentle and simple somatic (physical) movements to help move this energy through and out. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. It is said that all emotions branch out from two main roots: love and fear. While love is the effortless, unconditional expression that brings us joy and peace, fear is simply the shadow side of this same coin. Therefore, during this episode on Day 4, we're going to explore this concept of light and dark as it relates to love and fear. Additionally, we will explore the benefit of welcoming the heavier emotions associated with grief, and how this practice can bring us closer to our own authenticity. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. During this episode, Day 3 asks us to focus on making space for grief. Grief comes with a host of emotions: sadness, anger, resentment, guilt, shame, fear. We can either choose to ignore these emotions and see them as something to fix and overcome; or we can choose to walk the path of darkness and extract the wisdom that sits within each emotion. This is how we make space for grief: by walking into our own pain with a lantern. During this episode, we'll discuss why this journey is worth taking. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

This episode is part of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. During this episode, Day 2 focuses on using the creative power of word charting and journaling to begin extracting mental and emotional vocabulary associated with the word Grief. While we may all experience grief, the manner in which we do is unique and individualized. Having your own definition of Grief to lean onto is just as powerful; and this exercise will allow us to track our own meaning and assign a definition that feels right. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

On today's episode, I am humbled to offer the first day of a 10-day series around grief and loss. This series focuses on navigating the emotional landscape of grief, whether you've lost a loved one, a pet, or even some part of yourself. Grief does not discriminate. During this episode, Day 1 looks at exploring what grief is and isn't - and how it has often kept us from truly sitting with our emotionality. Each day will build off of the last; but you're welcome to listen to each episode on its own, as well. Thank you for tuning in! May it be of service! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

In this unique Soul Sessions episode, I have the great honor of speaking with Ashley Looker - empowerment coach and owner of Unique Holistic Happiness - on all things joy! We talk about prioritizing joy and allowing it to remain simple, as soul nourishment rather than obligation. We also get into the topic of inauthenticity and resistance towards joy, and Ashley leaves us with her go-to resource of inviting more of this beautiful state of presence into our lives. You don't want to miss this episode! If you'd love to connect with Ashley (and I highly recommend it!), check her out at Unique Holistic Happiness for journaling prompts and workbooks; follow her on Instagram; and take a Live meditation class with her on Insight Timer! Thanks for listening! big love, xoxo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Differentiation is a fancy term in psychology circles, but it's something we've often heard and read about throughout our life. In this episode, we'll talk about what differentiation is, why it's important, and how it can benefit and serve all of our relationships: family, intimate, and even friendships. If this type of content is up your alley, consider subscribing (it's free!) or joining my monthly subscription club at $4.99/month. I would also love to stay in touch and continue these deep-dive conversations! Email me by connecting with me on my website at www.aleksslijepcevic.com, or find me on Instagram: @traveling_therapist_. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

In this episode, we talk about spiritual health: what it is, why it's important, and how to add it to our conversations around mental health. Let's face it - mental health has become inclusionary in our overall discussions around health and wellness (yay!). But what often gets skipped over is spiritual health! In this episode, I dive into its importance, how to make space for it, and how even to redefine it so that it fits into your personal ideology. Tune in to listen! As always, I would LOVE to stay in touch. Please reach out to me via my website at www.aleksslijepcevic.com or on Instagram (@traveling_therapist_). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Tuning in on a cold and windy day here on the East Coast, I am publishing the last episode of 2021 of the Soul Sessions podcast. We'll be talking about reflection and how to extract the deepest wisdom from a year that challenged us all. Tune in and share this with your loved ones! P.S. The background song is called "Waiting for Lightning" by The National Parks. It's lovely. Thank you for all of your support this year! I love you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Today we're chatting about limiting beliefs and stories that we've carried through our family line; and finally asking, “are they serving me anymore?” Full of resources and reflections, this episode will encourage you to finally move in the direction of YOUR dreams. To register for the full course, “The Stories We Tell” on Insight Timer, please click here. To connect on Instagram, click here. To email, please reach out to aslijepcevic.88@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

We'll be diving into my Buzzfeed article about how to create the life you want by radically reflecting on how you may be standing in the way of it! Bold much??! Yes! This is an episode chalk full of truth bombs, and you don't want to miss it. To read the full article, go here. To connect with me on IG, go here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

In today's episode, we're talking about family dynamics and how to start the healing process within our own ancestral line. I share my own family story and invite you into a deep dive of what family stories are living within you. Join us! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

We're talking meditation in today's episode, specifically how to make it more comfortable, accessible, and enjoyable. I offer some practical tips, helpful for anyone interested in starting or returning to a meditation practice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

I share my money story and how it has helped me come to terms with my debt and financial struggles. I also offer tips on how to shift your relationship to money in simple, tangible ways. I highly recommend the work of Leah Goard! You can check her out on her website at www.leahgoard.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Welcome to the new season! In this episode, I talk about the loss of an amazing person and how his absence has shone a light on my own life path. Grief, healing, and inspiration are the topics, and I invite you to tune in! For further reading and candid honesty, check out my vulnerable post on Medium. Also, follow me responsibly on Instagram at @aleks_slijepcevic and sign up for my newsletter on my website at www.aleksslijepcevic.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

In this last episode of 2020, I talk about my decision of deleting social media and how it has taught me integrity and self-reflection in the most beautiful way. If you'd like to stay in touch and sign up for my free newsletter, go to www.aleksslijepcevic.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

We've all sat in the depths of our greatest heartbreak. But from this breakdown, we can experience our greatest breakthrough! Tune in as I drop some wisdom + share my own heartbreak story. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Every one of us is an artist with a story to share. How we show up in the world with that story in hand can and will affect everyone, including us. Let's show up fully as ourself! Oh, I also talk about my own yoga journey in relation to this topic. Tune in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

We're constantly told to overcome our fear, but what if we ought to befriend it, instead? In this episode, we dive into what our fear may actually be trying to tell us, and how to re-establish our relationship so that we may be more wholesome + authentic human beings! Want to join our free Facebook group? Click here and become a part of our awesome community! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Authenticity is at the core of who we are. It is how we connect to ourselves + others; and more importantly, it is the mirror by which others connect to themselves! In this episode, we talk about why authenticity matters + how it shapes our world. Bonus journaling questions at the end!! Join our free Facebook group of amazing, like-minded people like yourself! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

Join Aleks Slijepcevic as she dives into Soul Sessions of self-study, unpacking topics of health + wellness, spirituality, and being an authentic human being. Check out her private Facebook group and monthly Zoom call, and join like-minded people in community, to break metaphorical bread over life topics that bring us together. Subscribe now! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aleksandra-slijepcevic/message

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