Unraveling Midlife

The podcast's 4th birthday coincides with the wind down (?) of Earth Beat festival as well as the wrap up for this phase of Unraveling Midlife.This episode features snippets from the following contributors:> Sadra Saffari, co-founder of Earth Beat Festival (at the opening ceremony)> Beth St Clair, Psychotherapist and member of many different communities> Issac Oron, cofounder of Earth Beat and guest on episode 19> Karen Hunter aka Karena, astrologer, musician, Zenergy facilitator and guest on episode 14> Joe Swamy, Earth Beat crew stalwart and superhero, speaking with host Sarah Spence> Kara-Leah, inspirer of this creative project, spiritual mentor and guest on episodes 1, 16, 22 and 50> Maya Nova, mindful leadership coach and guest on episode 36> Christine Spicer, facilitator extraordinaire and introducer of Human Design to New Zealand, and guest on episodes 9 and 16> Sina Saffari, co-founder of Earth Beat (at the closing ceremony)The live music at the end of the episode is Saraswati by Sarah Marlowe Spence sung live at the Barn at Earth Beat Festival 2025. You can listen to other music and kirtan that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, from the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.

Joydah Mae is a musician and changemaker. With a strong following in Aotearoa New Zealand, Joydah's music truly moves people. In this episode we delve into the backstory of her singing, culture and ability to address the human condition through her song lyrics.Listen to Joydah's music and support local musicians by buying direct instead of streaming, plus check out her cool merch on www.joydahmae.comThe original music in the latter part of the show is Reflection by Sarah Marlowe Spence, previously unreleased. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Upasika Deva gives an overview of astrology before explaining evolutionary astrology. He is an astrologer, meditator and trained psychotherapist. Upasika has been following a spiritual path since his early 20s alongside his career in the world, running a landscaping business then an IT business. He now marries astrology and IT as a software developer of astrology software.Contact Upasika via Taopulse@xtra.co.nz. The original music in the latter part of the show is Be as the Sun by Sarah Marlowe Spence, previously unreleased.Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on midlife astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

A discussion between three spirituality minded folk: host Sarah Spence with recurring podcast guests Kara-Leah and Megan Macdonald to celebrate the 50th episode of Unraveling Midlife. Starting with the question of paths up the mountain, the conversation meanders to mountains plural, quotes from Osho, and classical tantra teachings.Kara-Leah is a yoga teacher, mentor, strategic communications consultant and a creative primarily influenced by the teachings of Tantrik Yoga. She also assists people seeking clarity or wanting to make sense of kundalini awakenings. Find more at www.karaleah.com and listen to the podcast interview episode 1 or the panel discussions in episode 16 or episode 22.Megan Macdonald of Expansion Healing specializes in helping people slow down and listen to their bodies using two main modalities: the Self-healing Dalian Method, transformer of deep seated thoughts, fears and beliefs, and Shivambhu, an ancient Ayurvedic health practice. Find her offerings at www.expansionhealing.ca and listen to the podcast interview with Megan in episode 12 and panel discussion in episode 47. Although this panel episode didn't include a music section, you can listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Mada Dalian is an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness. Part 4 in a 4 part series. Mada Dalian has dedicated many years to the healing of others. Many around the world are reaping the benefits of her Self-healing Dalian Method, a modality that can be facilitated by another or done by yourself. Mada is an award-winning author with her books Search for the Miraculous: Healing into Consciousness, and Healing the Body & Awakening Consciousness with the Dalian Method. This episode is part four of a series in we uncover more about the Dalian Method and healing the seemingly unhealable. Check out the Self-healing Dalian Method and the Find Answers to Your Questions session so you can practice yourself. The original music in the latter part of the show is home recording of “Forgiveness,” with special relationship to the Dalian Method. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Mada Dalian is an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness.Born in Armenia, emigrant to Canada, Mada has dedicated many years to the healing of others. Many around the world are reaping the benefits of her Self-healing Dalian Method, a modality that can be facilitated by another or done by yourself. Mada is an award-winning author with her books Search for the Miraculous: Healing into Consciousness, and Healing the Body & Awakening Consciousness with the Dalian Method. This episode is part three of a series in which we will uncover more about the Dalian Method and healing the seemingly unhealable. Check out the Self-healing Dalian Method and the Find Answers to Your Questions session so you can practice yourself.The original music in the latter part of the show is a live version of I Feel Joy, performed live at Wallace Arts Trust, Auckland in July 2024. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Dalian Method facilitators Jennifer (Jandy) Anderson, Kindi Dulai-Gill and Megan Macdonald speak with Sarah about their experiences with the Dalian Method.Following on from last month's episode featuring Mada Dalian, this panel continues the theme of the Dalian Method and drills into people's personal experiences of working with it. Created by Mada Dalian, an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness.Contact the faciliators on the panel:Jennifer Anderson (Jandy) evolutionaryhealing.caKindi Dulai-Gill www.kindigill.comMegan Macdonald www.expansionhealing.caSarah Spence www.sarahmarlowespence.comThis episode is part two of a series in which we will uncover more about the Dalian Method and healing the seemingly unhealable. Check out the Self-healing Dalian Method and the Find Answers to Your Questions session so you can practice yourself.Although this panel episode didn't include a music section, you can listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Mada Dalian is an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness.Born in Armenia, emigrant to Canada, Mada has dedicated many years to the healing of others. Many around the world are reaping the benefits of her Self-healing Dalian Method, a modality that can be facilitated by another or done by yourself. Mada is an award-winning author with her books Search for the Miraculous: Healing into Consciousness, and Healing the Boday & Awakening Consciousness with the Dalian Method. This episode is part one of a series in which we will uncover more about the Dalian Method and healing the seemingly unhealable.The original music in the latter part of the show is a previously unreleased track called Wonder, performed live at Wallace Arts Trust, Auckland in July 2024.Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.

Sarah's soliloquy reflects on the slowly lengthening days and sharing music in the current climate.The original music in the latter part of the show is a previously unreleased song, Full of Fullness, performed at Pah Homestead (Arts House Trust) in July 2024. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.

Chalice Malcolm is a Shamanic Practitioner who facilitates the creation of medicine drums. One of New Zealand's earliest adopters of the heart medicine cacao, Chalice now lives off grid without the electricity to make her chocolate but is busy with so much more.The original music in the latter part of the show is an adapation of Mother, the original of which is available on the album Awake by Premratna, performed live with Ora Vida Life in Grey Lynn, Auckland in June 2024. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Sarah, Toni and Sian reflect on learnings from living their 40s and the difference between pre- and post- astrological midlife. Covering death, grief, joy and life, this juicy conversation is uplifting and reflective. Although there was no music section of the show in this episode, you can listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine which was mentioned during this show, and Episode 26. Also mentioned was the interview with Kāren Hunter, Episode 14.

Mataora Rongoā-Hōtoke is a health and medicine facilitator and martial artist amongst many other roles. Unusual in these times, Mataora prefers to work in the old school way, without a website! You can easily find Mataora via Instagram or Facebook.The original music in the latter part of the show is Deep Peace, a traditional Gaelic blessing put to music by Sarah Marlowe Spence. It is a live recording of Shakti Sacred Music performing it at the Ecstatic Dance Festival in Aongatete in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty in January 2024, previously unreleased.Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Learn about what a Psychopomp (Death Walker) is and how you can choose to assist your loved ones with transition.Esoteric Hypnotherapist, artist and spiritual/cultural protection agent Erihapeti McPherson shares about her role as a Death Walker and what we can do to assist our loved ones as they transition. We cover natural funerals, preparation for end of life wishes, and practical tips for dealing with death. Contact Erihapeti via www.eri.nz.The original music in the latter part of the show is Kali Durge Ma on the 2015 album Awake by Premratna.. Listen to other diverse music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Join Master Handreader Christopher Jones talk about what he does, which includes identifying cults, and how he closed one down: “Knowledge, wisdom and insight is more valuable than belief.”Christopher Jones is a Master Handreader and Astrologer, as well as being passionate about cult and abuse education. When he realised he was living in an abusive cult, alongside others Christopher closed down the cult from the inside. We cover his story here and much more. Find Christopher at:www.handreading.nz www.youtube.com/@MasterHandreader www.facebook.com/handreadingnz www.instagram.com/handreadingnzReferences:‘Sex in the Forbidden Zone', Peter Rutter (1995) Extract: https://www.ministrymagazine.org/archive/1992/01/sex-in-the-forbidden-zoneBook: https://www.amazon.com/Sex-Forbidden-Zone-Therapists-Teachers/dp/1855384604Red Flags in Workshopshttps://redflagsinworkshops.com/a-system-of-flags/ The original music in the latter part of the show is a live recording of Seeking Peace, previously unreleased, by Sarah Marlowe Spence. Listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.

Escaping East Germany, starting anew (twice) and plenty of inspiration with Steffi August.Steffi August is a self-leadership coach and speaker with a fascinating story to how she got here. She shares her story of successfully leaving East Germany, showcasing the go-getting attitude that keeps her going despite life's obstacles. Prepare to be inspired and reflective with the gems she shares.Find Steffi at www.steffiaugust.com, which features her upcoming charity event Defining Moments: Breaking down barriers. The original music in the latter part of the show is a live recording of Highlands, previously unreleased, by Sarah Marlowe Spence. Listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

A solo check in with live music from Ora Vida Life collective.The original music in this episode show is Healing Mother Earth by Kāren Hunter (Kārena), performed live by the Ora Vida Life collective 31 December 2023 at Resolution NYE Festival in rural north Auckland, New Zealand. This song features Kārena on lead vocals, supported by Sarah Marlowe Spence and Samantha May. The video including dancers can be watched here on the Ora Vida Life YouTube page. Hear more about Kāren Hunter and her music journey in Episode 14. Listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Listen in on David Shanhun and Sarah discussing music and life.David Shanhun is a professional musician currently based in Auckland who has opened shows for bands like Foreigner and Three Dog Night, and has had a number #1 song on iTunes NZ. He performs live at various events, weddings and shows, sharing his passion for music and helping others through YouTube videos, 1:1 sessions, online workshops and simply by sharing his authentic self through his music.Find David on www.davidshanhun.com and on YouTube with plenty of fabulous records, as well as on Instagram and Facebook.The original music in the latter part of the show is Butterlies by David Shanhun, recorded live at the Jam Factory in Tauranga, NZ in November 2023. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Listen to music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

A former ordained Buddhist nun, Maya Nova is a Mindful Leadership Coach and meditator. This powerful and inspiring discussion covers topics from escaping war, compassion, AI technology and of course, mindfulness. Maya mentions several points worth looking more into: - Leadership researcher and speaker Nick Petrie - the BANI framework that can be used to describe the current state of the world - Julia Butterfly Hill, an environmental activist who was at risk of losing her life to loggers - Social philosopher Daniel Schmachtenberger - Best-selling author, researcher and meditation teacher Joe Dispenza Contact Maya at www.mindbalance.co.nz or via LinkedIn.Sarah's December kirtan in Auckland has details here.The original music in the latter part of the show is Om Tara by Sarah Marlowe Spence from the album Awake by Premratna.Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Gary Cook is a sacred site archaeologist, author, documentary maker and storyteller extraordinaire. Contact him via www.secretland.co.nz where you can find out about his sacred site writings, documentary and audio music. Further information on the sacred sites of Castle Hill and Te Miringa Te Kakara, and the book Song of Waitaha can be found on Barry Brailsford's website www.stoneprint.co.nz. The original music in the latter part of the show is by Gary's sidekick Sybella.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.More details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26. Another handy reference is Molly McCord on astrological transits, broken down by decade of life.

Learn how your skin can boost your confidence with Lisa Goodeve.Lisa is a specialist in natural skincare and helping people find their confidence through their skin. Starting as a beauty therapist, she now creates her own line of chemical-free, local, organic and sustainable products. Contact her at https://www.lisagoodeve.co.nz/ The original music in the latter part of the show is SwingatOmique recorded live at NZ Spirit South Island. The original multi-instrumental version recorded at Free Soul School Switzerland can be listened to at https://freesoulschoolswitzerland.bandcamp.com/track/swingatomique. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Jonathan Spark converses on conscious relating, the teacher-student relationship and inserts a dash of poetry.Check out what Jonathan gets up to at https://www.jsparkconsultancy.co.nz/ and https://www.pascha.co.nz/jonathan-spark, on Instagram or YouTube. The excellent Unfuck your Feelings podcast episode featuring Jonathan and Yasmeen is available to listen here. The original music in the latter part of the show is Awake my dear, performed live at NZ Spirit South Island, originally released on the album Awake by Premratna. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on a variety of albums via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Kate Apanui and Sarah Spence explore topics from horses to desire and craving, mixed in with a healthy dose of astrology. Kate Apanui is a life coach whose passion areas not-so-mysteriously line up with her midlife astrological transits. Working in the realm of Crave with programmes on relationship with food, she also works with horses to assist in her coaching work. Contact Kate via Instagram or her website www.kateapanui.com The original music in the latter part of the show is Power, previously unreleased. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The inspiration for the name of this podcast was from Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26. Another handy reference is Molly McCord on astrological transits, broken down by decade of life.

Sarah Marlowe Spence reflects on Uranus Opposition, the classic “midlife crisis.”Sarah is the creator and host of the show. In this episode she reflects on lived experience of the first part of the Uranus Opposition transit, generally known as the “midlife crisis.”The music in the latter part of the show deviates from the usual original tune to something well known and traditional. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. More on midlife astrological transits is covered in Episode Nine with Harsha Rigney, Episode 20 with Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber and Episode 26 with Levi Banner and Vasumi.

Jane Catherine Severn is the founder and facilitator of Luna House, who coined the phrase femenome to explain the phases of menstruality. She facilitates groups to delve into conscious menstruality working with nature. Find out more at https://www.lunahouse.co.nz/ The original music in the latter part of the show is the PMS song, previously unreleased. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

This solar eclipse release features Bastian Groiss on the importance of natural circadian rhythms.Circadian: Your natural rhythm is a passion and also an app, created by Bastian. Find out more about the benefits of getting in touch with your own circadian rhythm via circadian.life.The original music in the latter part of the show is Be as the Sun, recorded live at Yasodhara Ashram October 2002, previously unreleased. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Rebecca Gambles on animals, communicating and the complexity of human companions.Rebecca Gambles is an Animal Communicator, Animal Healer, Pleiadian Lightwork Teacher and Practitioner, Past Life Regressionist, Angelic Reiki Teacher and Clairvoyant Medium. You can find her on www.rebeccagambles.com, www.facebook.com/animalcompanions and www.facebook.com/heavenlyconnectionsNZ The original music in the latter part of the show is Once, live at Spring Festival in Pukehina, previously unreleased. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.www.sarahmarlowespence.com

Join Gareth Edwards and Sarah discussing life, music and mental health with the backdrop of the Evolve Festival campsite.Check out Gareth's website at http://gareth-edwards.com. You can also listen to his music online on all the usual platforms - to support musicians, using bandcamp is a great option. The original music in the latter part of the show is Keep on Dreaming by Gareth Edwards with backing vocals by Sarah Marlowe Spence. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine and Episode 26.

Join astrologer Levi Banner and code reader Vasumi speaking with Sarah on astrology and midlifeLearn more about Evolutionary Astrology with Levi at https://turningoftheages.com and/or follow him on Instagram @levi.banner. Learn more about Vasumi, Mayan Dreamspells and Sidereal Astrology at https://timewaves.orgAs a panel discussion, there is no original music included in this episode however you can listen to Sarah's music via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Further discussion on astrological transits is covered in Episode Nine.

Join hypnotherapist and coach Teagan Fea for a spellbinding tale on her astrological midlife. Teagan is a Rapid Transformation Therapy practitioner, a clinical hypnotherapist and a Natural Success Coach. She helps people realise that they are amazing – and who doesn't want that if they don't already have it? You can reach Teagan on https://teaganfeatherapy.co.nz/ The original music in the latter part of the show is “A Time for Sharing,” previously unreleased. Listen to other music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

arah gives a general update on how midlife is unravelling especially in relation to the last three episodes, and shares a satire music piece, “I used to call myself a hippy.”Listen to the health oriented episode 21 here.If you like this podcast, please rate and review it so others can find it.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Ellie Wilde, Terri Ewart and host Sarah Spence discuss trauma-informed facilitation, consent and safety in the context of current day facilitating and teaching.This topic is a follow on from the Solar Eclipse special released on 26 October 2022, to coincide with the Taurus Lunar Eclipse. If you like this podcast, please rate and review it so others can find it.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Sarsha Hope, Kara-Leah Grant and host Sarah Spence discuss power, ethics and contemplate questions about how we can address the imbalances we encounter in current conditioned culture.This topic was selected after several YouTube interviews on similar topics by the panelists about impacts in the community, perfectly suited to a Scorpio new moon.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

The host, Sarah Marlowe Spence, speaks of recent experiential observation in health and wellness, with a smattering of yoga, astrology and human design.References:Ali Khalil Beigi, New Zealand Strengths Institute. Dr Lara BridenBrene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling'The original music in the latter part of the show is Mary Magdalene, not available on any album to date. Listen to publicly available music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist of her full discography.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Spiritual teacher Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber speaks on astrological midlife, focusing on soul and how to dance to the different songs of the planets as they influence us.Franchelle is a spiritual teacher, multi-award winning vibrational medicine specialist, a fully trained and qualified professional clinical hypnotherapist, astrologer, healer, medicine woman, high priestess, ritual shamaness and is the author of two books on sacred plant medicine and eighth ray ritual and magic.Explore Franchelle's many soul-focused offerings as http://www.franchelle.com Here is Franchelle interviewing Sarah about the origins of this podcast. The original music in the latter part of the show is Pohutukawa from the album Saturn Return by Sarah Marlowe. Listen to music that Sarah sings on via this Spotify playlist.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Issac Oron is perfect for this Leo new moon release as he's a guy that emanates the heart. Issac is one of the founders and organisers of Earth Beat Festival, an autumn equinox 5-day gathering here in Aotearoa when pandemics permit, and various other community events that he hugely plays down in this interview! He is someone who truly brings community together. His podcast We are One is available on YouTube.Find out more about Issac via his podcast on his site here or listen at We Are One. Check out Earth Beat Festival and its associated offerings including its podcast on www.earthbeatfestival.com. Contact Issac directly at issac [at] earthbeatfestival.com. Original music section features The Heart (also known as The Washing Machine) live at Kawai Purapura's Voices of Sacred Earth Festival 2018.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Anneliese Kuegler is a creative somatic practitioner, tarot facilitator and artist. We touch on neurodiversity, yoga, vision-keeping, water, hair brushing and classical tantra amongst many other things. Anneliese is shockingly funny, straight-up and simply a delight to listen to.Listen on for the free sessions that Anneliese is offering, and find out more about her offerings via the following methods:Somatic www.myjoybody.comTarot through the lunar phases www.sevensouls.orgAccess to the community around the Emerald Temple.The Emerald podcast episode she refers to is on Spotify, Apple and other podcast apps. Note Te Reo Māori words used: maunga = mountain, whanau = family.Related music: Video of Dr Rangimarie Turuki Rose Pere with a large group singing Aio Ki Te Aorangi.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art.Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

This interview of me (Sarah Marlowe Spence) by John and Nicole Allen covers:- The journey of maintaining daily practices- Stages of life according to astrology- Change- Expectations and coming down off the pedestal- Kirtan (we couldn't get away from it).Delving into Dreams course June 2022: www.trybooking.co.nz/KBK More on the origins of the dream course:- Yasodhara Ashram Practices- Dalian MethodRadical Awareness podcast: https://www.rawyoganz.com/rawpodcast.htmlInspiration: Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling' Sarah's website: www.sarahmarlowespence.comFor kirtan recordings by Sarah, check out Awake by Premratna.Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Panel Guest website links: Kara-Leah: www.karaleah.com Anneliese Keugler: www.myjoybody.com Christine Spicer: www.humandesign.nz Swami Karma Karuna: www.anahata-retreat.org.nz To book the upcoming dream course: www.trybooking.co.nz/KBKTheme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Christiane Trimmel has had a powerful journey into grief, family and connection to the whenua (land) so far through astrological midlife. An empowerment coach specialising in helping people to help themselves, she provides excellent reflections on living with tikanga with her native Austrian viewpoint. Find out more about Christiane on her website www.christianetrimmel.com Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Kāren Hunter is a musician, music teacher and astrologer who offers music to direct our focus on awakening collective humanity. Kāren is a diverse and eclectic composer, playing many different instruments and reinventing herself often over her 40 years of experience. Her astrology background has worked alongside her music career and is now blossoming.Find out more about Kāren on her website www.karenhunter.com. Listen to her music via her website, Bandcamp, or her latest album Divinity on Spotify.Theme music is Love Is Defined by Sarah Marlowe Spence, previously unreleased. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Annwyn is an inspirational mind body soul teacher and activator, offering understanding and encouragement as humanity's deeply embedded belief systems are challenged. She provides mentoring, runs retreats and when possible, travels to sacred sites to perform ritual. Annwyn's first book describes her awakening, and her upcoming book is focused on humanity's shift in consciousness. She reassures us that all is well and gives us tips for navigating the interesting and somewhat divisive times we currently live in.Find out more about Annwyn on her website www.annwynvibe.com. The book she recommends is Sacred Order of the Magi by Dianne Peglar. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Megan Macdonald of Expansion Healing specializes in helping people slow down and listen to their bodies using two main modalities: the Dalian Method, transformer of deep seated thoughts, fears and beliefs, and Shivambhu, an ancient Ayurvedic health practice. Find out more about Megan at www.expansionhealing.ca | IG @expansionhealing | FB expansionhealing or on megan@expansionhealing.ca. Resources on Shivambhu can be found with PDFs of books Megan mentioned available here. The books Megan recommends in particular are: Martha Christy - Your Own Perfect Medicine, John Armstrong - The Water of Life, Coen van der Kroon - The Golden Fountain, Brother Sage Roth - Manual for Urine Therapy Teachers and Urine Therapists. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Yasodhara Ashram is a unique ashram with a focus on the feminine. Swami Lalitananda is the third president since its inception in 1963 on its current site in BC, Western Canada. In this episode we learn more about her life, especially in terms of significant astrological transits including midlife. We speak of her relationship with Swami Sivananda Radha, founder of the ashram and the first western woman initiated into sannyas (renunciation) in 1955 by Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh.For more on Yasodhara Ashram and Yasodhara Yoga including Hidden Language Yoga and Dream Yoga, visit www.yasodhara.org. Sample Swami Lalitananda's writing in the Ascent magazine archives, or via her books The Inner Life of Asanas and Glimpses of a Mystical Affair. You can also listen to Yasodhara Ashram's album Lift featuring Sarah as part of the Elastic Band. For more on Sarah, visit www.sarahmarlowespence.com. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine.

Ethnomusicologist Jyoshna LaTrobe is a specialist in kiirtan, having completed both a masters and a doctorate in the music of Rarh. She is a musician with multiple albums, many of them kirtan but also of varying genres.For more on Jyoshna, go to www.thekiirtanacademy.com or check out her podcast From Nothingness to Empowerment. For more on Sarah, visit www.sarahmarlowespence.com. Music pieces: Poornamada by Sarah Marlowe Spence, not released, and a version of the Gayatri mantra, melodic origin unknown, sung by Sarah Marlowe Spence and Emma Jean Skellern. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, also on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Details on astrological transits are covered in Episode Nine with Harsha Rigney.

Harsha Rigney is a professional astrologer, astrology teacher and widely acclaimed creator of the Astrovision Moon Calendar, now in its 25th year of publishing. For more on Harsha Rigney and Astrovision, go to www.astrovision.co.nz. For more on Sarah, www.sarahmarlowespence.com. Music piece: Courage by Sarah Marlowe Spence. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence and Sarasvatii Maree Willis, also on the album Awake by Premratna. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art. Inspiration for Podcast Name: Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling'

Christine Spicer is a facilitator extraordinaire who brought Human Design to New Zealand. For more on Christine Spicer and Human Design NZ, go to www.humandesign.nz. For more on Human Design, check out https://www.humandesign.nz/body-wisdom. More on Sarah: www.sarahmarlowespence.com. Music piece: Mother by Sarah Marlowe Spence from Premratna's 2015 album Awake. Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, also on the 2015 album Awake. The show's cover art is by Samantha Hepburn Art

Brene Brown meets Pink? You decide.Shelly Davies is best known for her ability to make a boring topic become fun and fascinating. In this show we delve beyond the profession, that most know so far as Writing, Joy and Badassery. More on Shelly at www.shellydavies.com and www.unprofessionalwriting.com. More on Sarah is at www.sarahmarlowespence.com The music track is a live version of Open Your Heart, by Sarah Marlowe, with cover art by Samantha Hepburn Art. For more details on astrology, check out Molly McCord on astrological transitsFinally, the inspiration for the name of this podcast, get blown away by Brene Brown's ‘The Midlife Unraveling' .

Sara Singer is a dreamer, psycho-therapist, photographer and interpreter who has worked with her dreams for 25 years. In this episode we discuss working with our dreams and different methods that can assist, with reference to Swami Sivananda Radha and her book Realities of the Dreaming Mind. More on Sara SInger: sarasingerartista.jimdo.comMore on Sarah Spence: www.sarahmarlowespence.com Book: Realities of the Dreaming Mind by Swami Sivananda Radha Music: Awake my Dear from Premratna ‘Awake' Cover art: Samantha Hepburn Art

Sarah and Ellie Wilde talk yin sexuality and how it applies to any gender and relationship status. Touching on astrological transits such as Uranus Opposition and Chiron Return, Ellie's wisdom is worth listening to. More on Ellie Wilde at www.yinsexuality.com. More on Sarah: www.sarahmarlowespence.com The music track is Love Song from Saturn Return by Sarah Marlowe, with cover art by Samantha Hepburn Art. For more details on astrology, check out Molly McCord on astrological transitsFinally, the inspiration for the name of this podcast, get blown away by Brene Brown's ‘The Midlife Unraveling' .

Sarah speaks with integrative therapist Ciel Grove from British Columbia, Canada, covering diverse topics such as science vs spirituality, fear and soul retrieval. Guest: www.cielgrove.com www.theknowing.ca More on Sarah: www.sarahmarlowespence.com The music track is Song of Freesias from Saturn Return by Sarah Marlowe, with cover art by Samantha Hepburn Art. For more details on astrology, check out Molly McCord on astrological transitsFinally, the inspiration for the name of this podcast, get blown away by Brene Brown's ‘The Midlife Unraveling' .

Join Sarah as she talks a whole lot of yoga with Swami Karma Karuna, international yoga teacher and founder/director of Anahata Yoga Retreat in Aotearoa New Zealand. Features astrology and yoga. For more on Swami Karma Karuna and Anahata Retreat Centre, visit anahata-retreat.org.nz. More on Sarah: www.sarahmarlowespence.com. The music track is Karuna Maya Ma by Sarah Marlowe Spence featuring on the album Awake by Premratna, with cover art by Samantha Hepburn Art. For more details on astrology, check out Molly McCord on astrological transitsFinally, the inspiration for the name of this podcast, get blown away by Brene Brown's ‘The Midlife Unraveling' .