The GRACED Podcast

I sit down with multidimensional teacher and co-creator of the Galactic Star Tarot, Alexandra Hanly. We dive deep into the transformative energy of the JUDGEMENT tarot card—from soul contracts and reincarnation to healing karma and awakening your higher purpose. Alex shares her personal story of spiritual awakening, shadow work, and radical self-forgiveness, reminding us that every version of ourselves deserves love.

I'm joined by artist and author Yumi Sakugawa to dive deep into the healing energy of the Sun tarot card. We explore what it means to truly embody your inner light, how to reclaim authenticity beyond self-shrinking narratives, and how creative expression becomes a powerful act of spiritual truth. Yumi shares her journey of healing, speaking out, embracing "delusions of grandeur," and creating her Cosmic Comfort oracle deck

In this deeply mystical episode of the GRACED Podcast, Grace sits down with Sarah Faith Gottesdiener—author, artist, and creator of The Moon Book—to explore how moon phases, intuition, and shadow work can help us heal, grow, and transform.Sarah shares insights on emotional literacy, subconscious reprogramming, the Moon tarot card, and how to create lasting change by working with lunar cycles. Whether you're looking to break patterns, reconnect with your inner wisdom, or explore moon magic, this conversation is for you.If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Vanessa Somuayina: https://youtu.be/UVyOXwUykE4✨__________What We Talk About:00:00:30 Episode Preview00:00:30 Opening00:01:06 Introduction00:01:49 Interview Begins with Sarah Gottessdiener00:02:29 Reconnecting with the Moon, Body, and Self00:10:06 The Spiral of Shadow and Safety00:17:39 Ancestral Echoes & Emotional Literacy00:25:12 Healing Cognitive Distortions & Embracing Change00:32:18 AD - Join our Tarot for Alchemy Course https://learntarot.mysticmondays.com/00:34:24 From Protection to Permission00:38:39 Moon Mapping & Creative Power00:47:24 Shadow Wisdom & Seeding New Stories00:54:20 Trusting Your Inner Timing00:59:06 Fast Five Questions01:00:09 Collective Reading by Sarah Gottessdiener01:02:15 Closing Statements01:04:18 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review!01:05:06 End Card✨__________Check out the Mystic Mondays App:https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/ Check out the Create Your Deck Club:https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:http://www.graceduong.com/podcast✨__________Episode Resources:Sarah Gottessdiener's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gottesssSarah Gottessdiener's Website:http://moon-studio.coWork with Grace:http://www.graceduong.com✨__________

Grace Duong chats with the radiant Vanessa Somuayina—YouTuber, spiritual entrepreneur, and creator of multiple beloved tarot and oracle decks. We explore Vanessa's path to success, how she built her business from the ground up, the role of intuition in decision-making, and how to stay authentic in a constantly evolving world. This is an inspiring deep-dive into trusting yourself, embracing change, and becoming the CEO of your own life. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Robert Ryan: https://youtu.be/njEU5jUpUBo ✨__________ What We Talk About:00:00 Episode Preview00:29 Opening01:04 Introduction01:47 Interview Begins with Vanessa Somuayina02:09 Vanessa's Journey into Tarot & YouTube03:11 How Crystals and Coincidence Led to Tarot04:58 How I Found Confidence Through My Creator Persona06:41 Focus on the Present, Not the Past07:41 Starting a Second Channel to Teach What I've Learned09:42 Why Intuition Alone Isn't Enough in Business11:34 Easy Intuition Exercises for Beginners12:43 Why Every Tower Moment Leads to a Star Moment15:08 How to Become the CEO of Your Own Life16:56 Tools to Overcome Self-Doubt and Build Confidence19:31 How to Use Affirmations to Transform Your Mindset22:10 How to Overcome Doubt and Become Your Best Self23:38 Using Meditation & Yoga to Calm Your Mind25:31 AD - Join our Tarot for Alchemy Course https://learntarot.mysticmondays.com/27:37 Creating Tarot Decks with Meaning30:52 How Intuition Guides the Creation of Tarot Decks & Art Direction32:09 How to Pursue Multiple Passions Without Losing Focus33:46 How to Stay Positive on Social Media & Avoid Negative Energy36:03 How Consistency Drives Success in Building a Social Media Following38:20 Vanessa's Vision for Music and Community39:42 The Evolving Meaning of Authenticity with Vanessa42:49 Manifestation and Surrender45:45 Fast Five Questions: Breaking Free from Astrological Labels47:55 Collective Reading from The Pastel Journey Tarot Deck by Vanessa Somuayina50:19 Closing Statements51:39 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review!52:26 End Card ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App:https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/  Check out the Create Your Deck Club:https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club  ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:http://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________ Episode Resources: Vanessa Somuayina's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_somuayina Vanessa Somuayina's Website:http://www.beau-life.com Work with Grace:http://www.graceduong.com ✨__________ 

In this episode of the GRACED podcast, we're diving deep into the mystical world of Tarot Tantra Esoterica with Robert Ryan!Rob shares his personal journey with tarot, the inspiration behind his Tarot Tantra Esoterica deck, and how shadow work, self-discovery, and spiritual transformation all play a role in tarot reading. We also explore the Tower card, its meaning in times of destruction and rebirth, and how we can use it as a tool for growth.If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Gabriela Herstik: https://youtu.be/rJwRcZQkFVo✨__________What We Talk About:00:00 Episode Preview00:32 Opening01:07 Introduction02:09 Interview Begins with Robert Ryan02:49 How It All Started04:42 Living the Tarot06:17 Tarot, Symbolism, and the Artistic Journey09:45 The Power of Symbols11:43 Embracing the Tower13:50 Spiritual Evolution in Tarot Creation17:01 Destruction as a Path to Clarity18:03 Overcoming Ego in a Divided World19:47 Letting Go to Find True Spirituality21:37 Finding Wonder in Every Moment22:23 Embracing Change as Transformation24:04 AD - Join our Tarot for Alchemy Course https://learntarot.mysticmondays.com/26:09 Finding My Voice in the Cards27:31 Tattoos as Tower Moments28:51 Finding Stillness in the Storm30:12 The Tower Falls, The Star Rises31:39 Spiritual Technology33:29 When Transformation Strikes34:50 Embracing Life's Knockdowns36:03 Finding Strength in Determination37:46 Will and Surrender39:58 Overcoming the Fear of Imperfection42:02 Anger as a Catalyst for Change42:54 Seeking Recognition vs. Staying True44:04 Making Art for Love, Not Likes45:41 What is your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs?47:23 What Advice Would You Give to Your Younger Self?47:37 How Would You Define Everyday Magic?47:52 What Are Your Favorite Rituals?48:16 What Are You Looking Forward to in the Near Future?48:37 Collective Reading from the Tarot Tantra Esoterica by Robert Ryan53:18 Closing Statements54:05 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review!55:08 End Card✨__________Check out the Mystic Mondays App:https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/ Check out the Create Your Deck Club:https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:http://www.graceduong.com/podcast✨__________Episode Resources:Robert Ryan's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/robertryan323 Buy the Tarot Tantra Esoterica from Raking Light Projects:https://rakinglightprojects.com/products/tarot-tantra-esoterica-bundle Work with Grace:http://www.graceduong.com✨__________

What if pleasure could be a portal to healing? In this episode, Gabriela Herstik joins us to dive deep into the Devil Tarot card, Sex Magic, overcoming shame, and how to reclaim your power through sacred sexuality. We explore the connection between the Devil and Lovers cards, breaking free from mental traps, and working with the Goddess of Love for self-empowerment.If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Elizabeth Su: https://youtu.be/7cFRsRxvj8c ✨__________What We Talk About:00:00 Episode Preview00:19 Opening00:55 Introduction02:52 Interview Begins with Gabriela Herstik03:33 The Duality of the Devil & Lovers Cards08:52 Embracing Sexuality & Spirituality12:58 Integrating Sacred Sexuality Into Everyday Life17:40 Understanding Sex Magic19:20 Sensuality vs. Sexuality22:49 AD - Join our Tarot for Alchemy Course https://learntarot.mysticmondays.com/24:55 Overcoming Shame & Reclaiming Pleasure35:26 Working With Goddess Energy39:25 The Role of Trust in Sensual & Sexual Exploration43:11 Making Peace With Your Shadows45:57 Fast Five Questions48:05 Collective Reading from the Goddess of Love Tarot by Gabriela Herstik52:17 Closing Statements52:50 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review!54:06 End Card✨__________Check out the Mystic Mondays App:https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club:https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club✨__________Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:http://www.graceduong.com/podcast✨__________Episode Resources:Gabriela's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gabyherstik/Gabriela's Website:https://www.gabrielaherstik.com/Work with Grace:http://www.graceduong.com✨__________

What does it truly mean to find balance in your life? In this episode of the GRACED Podcast, I sit down with Elizabeth Su, creator of The Adventure Tarot, to explore the lessons of the Temperance card—finding balance, healing burnout, and embracing self-care. We also dive into the importance of letting go of perfectionism, setting boundaries, and discovering belonging—whether in our relationships, careers, or personal growth.If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Amanda Yates Garcia: https://youtu.be/vcosFLJ1qlk✨__________What We Talk About:00:00 Episode Preview00:16 Opening00:51 Introduction01:18 Giveaway01:35 Interview Begins with Elizabeth Su02:07 Prioritizing Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Wellness03:29 Social Obligations vs. Genuine Desire06:48 Navigating the Pain of Upsetting Others08:31 Embracing a New Version of Yourself09:55 Finding Belonging Amidst Rising Anti-Asian Hate15:12 The Alchemy of Shifting Beliefs and Prioritizing Self-Care22:38 Rebuilding a Relationship With Self24:58 Radical Self-Love26:26 AD - Join our Tarot for Alchemy Course https://learntarot.mysticmondays.com/28:32 Transforming Emotions Into Growth31:54 Seeing Each Other Fully35:37 Learning Your Needs40:14 How the Adventure Tarot Took Shape43:09 Going Beyond Diversity44:47 Overcoming Perfectionism Through Self-Worth49:54 Fast Five Questions52:06 Collective Reading from the Adventure Tarot by Elizabeth Su55:43 Closing Statements57:32 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review!58:25 End Card✨__________Check out the Mystic Mondays App:https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club:https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club✨__________Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:http://www.graceduong.com/podcast✨__________Episode Resources:Elizabeth's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/heyelizabethsuElizabeth's Website:https://elizabethsu.com/Work with Grace:http://www.graceduong.com✨__________

Today's guest is Amanda Yates Garcia, a writer, public witch, and host of the Between the Worlds podcast. In today's episode, we dive deep into transformation, magic, and the mysteries of the Death card in tarot. Amanda and I discuss what it means to surrender to change, the power of initiation, and how embracing death—both literal and metaphorical—can lead to personal and collective rebirth. She also shares her experience with loss, her perspective on witchcraft as a tool for shaping change, and how magic can help us navigate an ever-evolving world.If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Taylor Eaton: https://youtu.be/WCkIkcyIdQE✨__________What We Talk About:00:00:00 Episode Preview00:00:24 Opening00:01:00 Introduction00:02:10 Interview Begins with Amanda Yates Garcia00:02:38 How the Scorpio Sign Relates to the Death Tarot Card00:04:16 Vulnerability in Sharing Grief00:12:20 Living a Life of Beauty and Integrity in a World Full of Death00:15:23 The Cycle of Death and Rebirth00:26:53 Being Powerless in the Presence of Death00:27:32 New Life Being Born From Death00:35:06 AD - Join our Tarot for Alchemy Course https://learntarot.mysticmondays.com/00:37:15 Directing Change Through Power and Balancing Control With Surrender00:41:51 The Threefold Law00:52:38 How to Frame a Question in Tarot00:55:08 We Need Someone to Believe in Us, More Than We Believe in Ourselves01:02:05 Learning From Challenges and Guiding Others01:04:22 What is your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs?01:05:35 What Advice Would You Give to Your Younger Self?01:06:41 How Would You Define Everyday Magic?01:07:46 What Are Your Favorite Rituals?01:09:02 What Are You Looking Forward to in the Near Future?01:09:45 Collective Reading by Amanda Yates Garcia from the Motherpeace Tarot Deck01:13:35 Weighing the Scales with the Justice Card01:17:10 Closing Statements01:19:03 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review!01:20:11 End Card✨__________Check out the Mystic Mondays App:https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club:https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club✨__________Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:http://www.graceduong.com/podcast✨__________Episode Resources:Amanda's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/oracleoflaAmanda's Website:https://oracleoflosangeles.comWork with Grace:http://www.graceduong.com✨__________

Ready to shift your money mindset and manifest financial abundance? In this episode of the GRACED Podcast, I sit down with Taylor Eaton, a money mindset expert, to explore how spirituality and manifestation play a role in financial success. We dive deep into breaking free from limiting beliefs around money, understanding the power of self-worth, and aligning with your wealth path.

Welcome to this episode of the GRACED Podcast featuring Marcella Kroll—artist, psychic medium, and tarot deck creator!

Join me and the amazing Vicki Iskandar as we dive into the magical energy of 2025, the Year of the Wood Snake!

Today's guest, Jenny Hawkyard, is a multidisciplinary artist and designer known for her intuitive artwork, particularly on Oracle decks. She has collaborated with Hay House and author Kyle Gray on several decks. In this session, Jenny shares her experiences of creating an Oracle deck from an artist's perspective, including channeling spiritual beings, committing to the creative process, and preparing oneself for upcoming opportunities. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Ripley Jene: https://youtu.be/9ttKJXZdqH4 ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00 Episode Preview 00:35 Opening 01:11 Introduction 02:14 Special Announcement 03:03 Interview Begins with Jennifer Hawkyard 07:39 Discovering Resonance in Graphic Design 10:32 From Angelic Artwork to Tarot Decks 14:06 Integrating Spirit into the Creative Process 16:20 Facing Imposter Syndrome as an Artist 19:56 Challenging the Starving Artist Archetype 23:52 The Role of AI as a Creative Tool 27:34 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 27:57 Balancing Individuality and Group Consciousness 31:22 The Magic of Co-Creation with Spiritual Beings 35:19 Translating Divine Light 38:37 Evoking Emotions Through Color and Structure 42:36 Encouragement for Aspiring Creators 45:21 Igniting the Inner Child in Art 47:57 Fast Five Questions 49:57 Collective Reading from the 22 Archangels Oracle by Kyle Gray and Jennifer Hawkyard 52:20 Reflecting on Life Choices 55:53 Closing Statements 56:25 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 57:16 End Card ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/HULPmqIMy80 ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

In this episode, Ripley Jene, a member of the Create Your Deck Club, discusses her transformative journey. She shares her breakthrough during early mentorship calls, her motivation for creating a Tarot deck, and her evolution in embracing the role of an illustrator, a shift that was sparked by her participation in the club. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Jen Sankey: https://youtu.be/etTLy42rHdA ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00 Episode Preview 00:20 Opening 00:56 Introduction 01:55 Interview Begins with Ripley Jene 02:36 The Shared Creative Journey 04:43 Group Advice and Collaboration 05:40 Building Confidence Through Sharing 06:42 From Sharing to Live Streaming 07:54 Affirmations of Abundance 08:45 The Appeal of Simple Doodles 09:55 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 10:22 Channeling Childlike Creativity 11:40 Infusing Reiki into Tarot 12:53 Designing for Yourself and Others 14:06 Warmth and Growth in Community 15:19 Challenging Artistic Boundaries 17:13 Fun in Redrawing and Embracing Mistakes 18:47 Discovering Your Artistic Style 20:08 Closing Statements 21:17 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 21:32 End Card ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/kiY3zqkA0z8 ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Today's guest, Jen Sankey, joins us as an author, tarot reader, professional witch, and teacher specializing in mystical arts. She is renowned as the creator of the Stardust Wanderer Tarot, a deck we explore in depth in this episode centered around the Justice card. Our discussion delves into profound themes such as karma, soul contracts, and energetic hygiene. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Pamela Chen and Samantha Blossom: https://youtu.be/Ddrb7rAyg4k ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00 Episode Preview 00:27 Opening 01:02 Introduction 02:31 Interview Begins with Jen Sankey 04:24 Fairness in Self-Judgment 06:20 Possibilities Within Reach 07:50 The Power of Dream Work 10:46 Understanding Karmic Justice 14:23 Breaking Free from Lifetime Burdens 16:27 Self-Compassion Through Challenges 18:17 The Birth of Stardust Wanderer Tarot 20:46 Fragments of Jen in Mena 21:25 The Balance of Work and Breaks 23:03 Finding Flow in Creative Writing 24:33 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 25:10 Pirates in the Stardust Wanderer Universe 25:59 Creating My Unique Practice 27:10 Candle Magic: Setting Intentions and Reading Wax 29:14 Aligning Intentions with Actions 32:43 Distinguishing Your Energy from Others 33:50 Balancing Professionalism and Compassion in Energy Work 35:39 Emotional Boundaries in Energy Work 37:18 Dealing with Ghostly Intrusions 39:26 Navigating Subtext in Tarot Readings 42:01 Navigating Differences in Vision 43:25 Applying Justice in Daily Life 44:14 What is your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs? 44:37 What Advice Would You Give to Your Younger Self? 44:47 How Would You Define Everyday Magic? 45:04 What Are Your Favorite Rituals? 45:51 What Are You Looking Forward to in the Near Future? 46:12 Collective Reading from the Stardust Wanderer Tarot by Jen Sankey 48:40 Closing Statements 48:58 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 50:08 End Card ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/ ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Today's guests are Pamela Chen and Samantha Blossom, co-authors of The Mandarin Tree, a book on how to manifest joy, luck, and magic with two Asian American mystics. In today's episode we talk about various rituals, connecting to entities from the Asian diaspora like the Laughing Buddha and Kuan Yin, how we can use the Lunisolar Zodiac to better understand ourselves, and so much more. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Alice Hu: https://youtu.be/bXO5Io7CE4Y ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00:00 Episode Preview 00:00:23 Opening 00:00:58 Introduction 00:02:28 Interview Begins with Pamela and Samantha 00:03:33 Sisterhood Across Cultures 00:04:47 Personal Journeys of Overcoming 00:05:56 Meditations for Ancestral Guidance 00:07:53 Soul Contracts and Past Lives 00:12:20 Feng Shui for Financial Flow 00:16:45 Balancing Energetic Connections 00:23:56 Golden Ancestors and Family Connections 00:27:45 Vedic Astrology and Family Dynamics 00:29:35 Journey of Abandonment and Sovereignty 00:32:02 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 00:32:34 Moving Through Cultural Programming 00:37:00 Balancing Individualism and Collectivism 00:42:37 Overcoming Doubts from Loved Ones 00:46:33 Natural Growth Without Force 00:47:57 Navigating Cross-Cultural Spirituality 00:49:24 The Power of Laughter and Play 00:52:08 Animal Signs and Personality Traits 00:55:27 Delving Deeper into Lunisolar Astrology 00:57:56 What is your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs? 00:59:41 What Advice Would You Give to Your Younger Self? 01:00:30 How Would You Define Everyday Magic? 01:01:40 What Are You Looking Forward to in the Near Future? 01:02:50 Collective Reading from the Caticorn Tarot by Pamela Chen 01:04:49 Closing Statements 01:06:21 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 01:07:01 End Card ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ddrb7rAyg4k ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Meet Alice Hu, founder of the Woo Woo Company and expert career astrologer. Join us as we explore using astrology to steer your career path, delve into Saturn's influence across different houses, and discover how your South Node and North Node placements shape your journey. Plus, uncover the optimal astrological placements for leveraging social media effectively. Tune in for insights that could transform your career trajectory! If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Dov Gertzweig: https://youtu.be/z63i_iurcIc ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00 Episode Preview 00:29 Opening 01:05 Introduction 02:19 Interview Begins with Alice Hu 04:48 Woo Woo Company 07:25 Career Success and the Capricorn Saturn 08:30 Pursuing Identity 15:43 Career Astrology 16:20 Evolving Through North Node Pursuits 19:39 Navigating Career Astrology and Personal Growth 21:23 Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses 24:05 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 24:41 Aligning Intuition with Career Decisions 27:12 Leveraging Strengths for Career Success 29:11 Overcoming Perceived Weaknesses 30:56 Diverse Astrological Systems 33:02 Personal Interpretations of Astrology 36:31 Packaging Spiritual Concepts for Practical Application 38:46 Insights from Recent Astrological Shifts 40:44 Fast Five Questions for Alice Hu 42:18 Collective Reading from the Healing Mantra Deck 44:40 Closing Statements 44:57 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 45:58 End Card ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/bXO5Io7CE4Y ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog:www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

In this episode, we meet Dov Gertzweig, a member of the Create Your Deck Club. Dov shares his decade-long journey of creating his Tarot deck, discussing the challenges he faced and how joining the club propelled his progress. A poignant moment arises when he recounts a pre-order from a friend who passed away before he could complete the deck, serving as a powerful motivator. The conversation delves into imposter syndrome and the importance of building confidence through practice and commitment to one's craft. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Benebell Wen: https://youtu.be/wWEmdrH4PUk ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00 Episode Preview 00:24 Opening 01:00 Introduction 02:12 Interview Begins with Dov 05:57 From Inspiration to Completion 09:11 Musical Themes and Artistic Freedom 13:59 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 14:26 Dov's Musical Interpretation 15:46 From Doubt to Determination 17:35 The Impact of Community and Commitment 19:41 Fulfilling a Promise 20:28 Honoring Guidance and Expansion 21:19 Fostering Creativity and Community 23:50 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Deck Design 25:58 Reflections on Personal Growth 26:23 Closing Statements 26:45 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 27:01 End Screen ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/wWEmdrH4PUk ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Today's guest is Benebell Wen, a professional lawyer, published author of three books—I Ching The Oracle, The Tao of Craft, and Holistic Tarot—and the self-published creator of the Spirit Keeper's Tarot. In our conversation, we discuss themes of the Wheel of Fortune, concepts of change and fate, and the power of embracing challenges, emphasizing that while control is often out of our hands, focusing on what we can control and being open to synchronicities can lead to magical co-creation and balance. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Catherine Pilfrey: https://youtu.be/PvbguDQZLJE ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00:00 Episode Preview 00:00:21 Opening 00:00:57 Introduction 00:03:16 Interview Begins with Benebell Wen 00:04:08 Integrating Esoteric Wisdom 00:05:24 Cultural Currents and the Wheel 00:07:18 Accepting Life's Rhythms 00:09:06 Letting Go of Control 00:10:40 Understanding Fate and Luck 00:14:14 Karma and Self-Discovery 00:17:07 Karma's Gifts Across Lifetimes 00:19:46 Embracing Individuality Amid Tradition 00:23:26 Connecting with Spiritual Allies 00:26:44 Bridging Cultures and Traditions 00:29:40 Discovering True Self in Change 00:30:31 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 00:30:48 Predicting Patterns, Not the Future 00:33:47 What's Your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs? 00:35:17 What Are Your Favorite Rituals? 00:36:37 The Balance of Challenge and Growth 00:40:24 The Double-Edged Sword of Identity 00:44:46 Creation of the Spirit Keeper's Tarot 00:47:26 Synchronicity in Tarot Creation 00:49:10 Butterflies, Dragonflies, and Spiritual Communication 00:50:36 Divine Guidance in Uncertain Times 00:54:10 What is Fear Mongering? 00:56:07 One Card Collective Reading 01:00:58 Closing Statements 01:01:57 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 01:02:41 End Screen ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Mystic Mondays Tarot Birth Card Calculators: https://www.mysticmondays.com/tarot-birth-card-calculator/ ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/wWEmdrH4PUk ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Today's guest is Catherine Pilfrey, an I Ching expert,  meditation teacher, and corporate designer who is also the creator behind the I Ching Oracle deck, which we'll talk more about in this episode. I Ching is also known as the book of changes, and according to Catherine, we can also use the I Ching to help us make decisions in our everyday lives. Check out the I Ching Oracle Deck unboxing video: https://youtu.be/ If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Anne Louise Burdett and Chelsea Granger: https://youtu.be/0sUKs-tC4bU ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00 Episode Preview 00:23 Opening 00:58 Introduction 02:15 Interview Begins with Catherine Pilfrey! 02:45 Creative Vision Behind the I Ching Oracle Deck 04:32 Making This Deck Accessible to Everyone 06:38 What Exactly is I Ching? 07:46 What Makes Someone a Good Person? 08:32 Bridging the Gap Between Group and Individual Consciousness 10:17 What Led You to Discover Buddhism? 12:22 Facing Family Backlash After Converting to a New Religion 12:45 The Life-Altering Effects of Meditation 14:28 The Evolution of Your Meditation Practice Over the Years 16:08 Advice for Beginners Starting Their Meditation Journey 17:07 AD - Join the Create Your Deck Club https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/ 17:39 How I Ching Can Guide Your Decisions 19:44 The Inner Workings of the I Ching 21:34 Exploring the Symbolism of Each Card Color 22:41 The Journey of Deck Creation 24:24 Deciphering the Complex Metaphors of the I Ching 26:22 Integrating the I Ching Oracle with Other Decks 26:54 What's Your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs? 27:31 What Advice Would You Give to Your Younger Self? 28:58 How Would You Define Everyday Magic? 30:10 What Are Your Favorite Rituals? 32:02 What Are You Looking Forward to in the Near Future? 32:29 One Card Collective Reading 32:48 Biddy Tarot Episode Reference 35:04 Closing Statements 35:38 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 36:40 End Screen ✨__________ Check out the Create Your Deck Club: https://cydc.mysticmondays.com/create-your-deck-club ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/PvbguDQZLJE ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Today, we're joined by Maude White, the creative talent behind the Resilience Alchemy deck and the Pleasure Alchemy deck. In this episode, our conversation delves into the rich themes embodied by the Strength Tarot card. Strength symbolizes inner fortitude, vulnerability, and the bravery to embrace one's true essence. It speaks to resilience—the capacity to bounce back and endure amidst adversity. How we respond when faced with life's trials often leads to a transformative process akin to alchemy, where challenges are transmuted into opportunities for growth and creation. If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

Today's GRACED podcast episode is a little different today and I am talking to one of the Create Your Deck Club members, Jamie, to hear about her experience inside the Create Your Deck Club. In this cheerful conversation, unbeknownst to me, Jamie had actually taken another deck making course but actually had trouble making progress, and she actually struggled for years in making her own deck…that is, until she joined the Create Your Deck Club! Podcast If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

Today's GRACED podcast episode is centered around The Chariot card, which is partly inspired by our own journey's lately with incidents that have happened in cars. In this cheerful conversation, our guest today is Emma Zhang, creator behind the Dream Vision Tarot and Dream of Nile Tarot, which are both self-published decks that launched on Kickstarter. Emma's psychic visions and experiences with the spirit realm are illustrated within the cards in a beautiful, colorful, and mysterious way. Podcast If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

Today's GRACED podcast episode is centered around Sydney's latest book “I'm Ascending, Now What?” where we talk about the ascension process, how to process and move through shame, befriending the body, and so much more insight and wisdom. In this cheerful conversation, our guest today is Sydney Campos, a sought-after expert in the fields of embodiment, sexuality, intuition and leadership. Her new book “I'm Ascending, Now What?” comes out in Summer 2023 with St. Martin's Essentials. Podcast If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

In today's GRACED podcast episode, we dive deep into the themes of the Lovers card which is all about love, relationships, but also one's relationship with self. The choices we make in alignment with our value system and how we can practice more unconditional love in our lives. In this cheerful conversation, our guest today is Lisa Stardust, a NYC based astrologer who is also the resident astrologer at the Today Show. She is also the bestselling author of books and decks alike and today we get to have a special collective reading from her Love deck! Podcast If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

In today's GRACED podcast episode, I'll be discussing the reasons behind my podcast hiatus and sharing updates on my journey during this break. Topics include activating my Light Language, the Healing Herbology deck I kickstarted, my past life regression experience, the concept of unconditional love, and much more. Podcast If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

In today's GRACED podcast episode, we dive deep into the themes of the Hierophant card which represents tradition, being involved with an institution, and learning from mentors within the community. The Hierophant can give us a sense of belonging within traditional structures and can influence the way you live your life. Ultimately, you can take these structures and create your own rules, honoring traditions that you grew up with, and creating your own. In this cheerful conversation, our guest today is Brigit Esselmont, founder of Biddy Tarot, and who has also created a Tarot Deck called Biddy Tarot, which is featured on her website. Brigit and I talk about how she created her tarot community stemming from her own need of belonging, becoming the visionary in her business, growing her team, and so much more. Brigit also gives us a collective reading from her deck, which you'll have to listen to the end for! This episode is packed with a great mix of practicality along with intuition, and how to use both skill sets in creating community, building a business, and living a fulfilling life. Podcast If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts!

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

In today's GRACED episode, we have guest Laura Chung, podcast host and author of "How to Manifest: Make Your Dream a Reality in 40 Days" where we talk about the manifestation process and how to remove subconscious blocks that can be stopping you from manifesting what you desire. We also talk about the energy behind desire and wants and how to involve the collective conscious when putting your manifestation powers to the test! Laura is also offering a How to Manifest 40 Day Workshop on her website that starts on July 23, 2023 - get more details here: https://www.laurakchung.com/manifestworkshop

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

In today's GRACED podcast episode, we dive deep into the themes of the Emperor card which represents authority, building a foundation, and power. The Emperor guides us into the systems that we surround ourselves with and how to build a stronger sense of autonomy within these structures that can ultimately be the key for our freedom. In this open and honest conversation, our guest today is Aja Daashuur, most known as the Spirit Guide Coach, and who has also co-created an Oracle Deck called “Guided by Spirit” with her husband Justin Daashuur Hopkins. Aja and I talk about how she created her community, the Spirit House Collective, setting boundaries, and defining what it means to build an empire for yourself on your own terms. Aja also gives us a collective reading from her deck! This episode is packed with wisdom, guidance, and a grounded way of looking at what it means to build a spiritual business that often can be ethereal in nature - like connecting to your guides, channeling, and mediumship. If you liked this episode, make sure to share with your friends and to leave a review on Apple Podcasts! _____________________________________________

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

Today's GRACED podcast episode, we talk about the astrology with Kirah Tabourn - an astrologer, writer, and creative passionate about teaching the fundamentals of astrology. We talk about upcoming transits for this summer, chart rulers, how to learn astrology and great resources you can access, as well as getting a peek into my astrology chart with Kirah's guidance! _____________________________________________

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

Today's GRACED podcast episode, we talk about the themes of the Empress card with Raven Rose - a womb healer, kambo practitioner, and menstrual health herbalist. The themes of the Empress card include creativity, fertility, goddess energy and how to embody that within one's own body. This could mean healing the womb space, understanding your relationship to your body and how that impacts your creativity. _____________________________________________

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

In this episode, I have podcast guest Eileen Lee, founder of Aura Aura, an aura photographer who has an artistic and commercial practice. Eileen explains what the aura colors mean, how to learn more about your aura, and even some technical aspects behind aura photography - like what camera to use! Eileen shares her findings as an energetic researcher and having taken hundreds over portraits over the many years of her aura photography practice and some key patterns she finds when photographing people's auras. _____________________________________________

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

In this episode, we dive deep into the themes of the High Priestess card, which represents intuition, serenity, and the divine goddess. The High Priestess guides us into the mystery of the subconscious and our relationship to the void, ultimately clearing the way to hear our inner truth. Our guest today is Alana Fairchild, who is the author of over 20+ Oracle decks and books, including the Sacred Rebels Oracle and Wild Kuan Yin decks. We talk about integrating the divine feminine, how to attune your sensitivity to subtle energies, and so much more! We also talk about Alana's creation process and how she uses divine feminine energy in her work. _____________________________________________

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

In this episode, I have podcast guest Lin Chen, founder of Pink Moon. After experiencing a series of toxic relationships, Lin embarks on a journey of self-love, which eventually inspires her to launch Pink Moon - a clean beauty skincare line based on holistic practices like Chinese medicine and Astrology. We talk about building perseverance and persistence when going through touch challenges and why the journey of self-care is vital. _____________________________________________

A weekly tarot and oracle reading for each zodiac sign from Grace Duong, creator of Mystic Mondays. She pulls a collective card from a special guest deck and cards for each sign from the Mystic Mondays decks. ☀️

In this episode, we'll be diving deep into the themes of the Magician card, which represents inventiveness, manifestation, and activating your pure potential. The Magician happens to be one of my Tarot birth cards and so, goes without saying, is one of my personal favorite cards. Our guest today is Pamela Chen, who is the author of several Tarot decks, including the Tarot of the Owls and the Witchling Academy Tarot, which, if you check out my YouTube channel - you can watch the unboxing videos - links in the show notes! We talk about manifestation, of course, but we dive even deeper by also talking about the four realms of manifestation, tangible manifestation techniques you can use in your everyday life, how to surrender and detach from the outcome, as well as Pamela's approach to creating her Tarot and Oracle decks. _____________________________________________ GIVEAWAY: Enter to win a Tarot of the Owls decks when you submit a podcast review to enter! Listen to this episode for more details _____________________________________________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sHQwEP-W7rY Read the show notes and full transcript on the Blog: rebrand.ly/graced-ep-7 _____________________________________________ 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Giveaway Details to Win the Tarot of the Owls Deck! 01:43 How to Create & Market your Deck Masterclass - RSVP for your ticket! http://createyourdeck.club/ 2:33 Interview begins, introducing Pamela Chen 2:55 Pamela's inspiration behind creating her decks 04:53 Self publishing vs working with a publisher 06:04 Themes of the Magician card 07:19 The Four Realms of Manifestation 08:43 Second Realm of Manifestation 09:50 Third Realm of Manifestation 10:38 Fourth Realm of Manifestation 12:05 Detachment in the Manifestation Process 16:17 What is Alchemy? 19:36 Putting Ourselves in our Decks 21:06 Advice for your Younger Self 21:56 How to Handle Manifestations that Happen too Fast 24:05 How to Embody Manifestation 25:44 What is a Walking Meditation 28:05 The Power of Gratitude 28:41 Taking Responsibility for your Reality 30:36 Getting into Alignment 33:50 AD - Pamela's Activated Business Academy - receive a $2000 scholarship! https://graceduong--highmagic.thrivecart.com/activated-business-academy-copy-2/ 34:52 Taking Aligned Action 36:37 Words are Spells 38:08 How to Change your Relationship to Money 41:27 How to Surrender 44:58 What Pamela is Working on Next 47:47 Having Galactic Fun 53:32 Grace gives Pamela a Tarot Reading 57:18 Pamela's Favorite Rituals 58:33 Where to Connect with Pamela 58:56 Endtro + Giveaway Details for the Tarot of the Owls deck! _____________________________________________ ➡️ Buy the Tarot of the Owls deck on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/40VpS2B⁠⁠➡️ Buy the Witchlings Academy Tarot deck on Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/40VpS2B⁠⁠ _____________________________________________ Mystic Mondays Decks