Podcasts about Initiation

Johnny sits down with Tim Griesheimer to hear one of the wildest crime stories to ever come out of Texas. What started as a teenager running burglaries quickly turned into a seven-year journey through some of the toughest prisons in the state. Along the way, Tim navigated race politics, brutal jail fights, and the chaos of prison life — eventually becoming a shot caller for the 59 Bounty Hunter Bloods despite being a white inmate. In this episode, Tim breaks down how he got caught up in burglaries as a teenager, what really happens inside Texas county jails, and the brutal moment he had to stand up for himself his first night locked up. From small-town crime to prison survival, his story shows how quickly a reckless life can spiral — and the crazy situations that come with it. This is a raw, unfiltered look at prison politics, street crime, and the reality of doing time in Texas. In this episode: -Growing up around crime and getting pulled into burglaries as a teenager -The arrest that led to seven years in the Texas prison system -Breaking into houses to steal guns in rural Texas -Getting betrayed by someone in his own circle -His first night in county jail and the brutal fight that followed -How race politics and gangs operate inside prison -Becoming affiliated with the 59 Bounty Hunter Bloods Go Support Tim! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tattoos_bykriminalkustoms/ This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following Cash App! Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/1ekoiacn #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. HelloFresh! Go to https://hellofresh.com/connect10fm to Get 10 free meals + a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.  The Wellness Company! Visit https://www.twc.health/connect to get American Made Ivermectin. Order your 6-month supply today and use code CONNECT for $30 Off + FREE shipping. USA Residents only

You're at the cusp of your initiation in the healing arts. You know it because every medicine you touch is giving you the same answer. Your connection to nature and elemental spirits are undeniable. You know it because the synchronicities are getting louder. The signs are everywhere. You keep seeing the same numbers, hearing the same words, dreaming the same dreams. You know it because there's a pull in your intuition that you can't explain and can't ignore. It doesn't make complete logical sense. But it's undeniable. Do you feel it?   __________ ▲ Become a certified breathwork facilitator: https://www.flowbreathworktraining.com/ 

Hier zum YouTube Video Die Energien in März 2026 sind besonders heftig. Vielleicht spürst Du auch diese dichte, teilweise auch stark emotionale Ladung, die im Moment von allen Seiten in Dein System hineingespült wird. Wir sind in Vorbereitung auf den globalen Shift und viele von uns hätten gerne mal eine kleine Verschnaufpause, einem Moment der Integration, Stabilität, nach Ruhe. Jedoch - genau das Gegenteil ist der Fall. Mit insgesamt 6 Planeten im 1. Quartal der Initiation reisst uns die kosmische Strömung mit vereinten Kräften einfach mit. Es ist als würde uns das Universum auf besonders tiefer, zellulärer Ebene eingeben, dass es energetisch jetzt nur noch ein nach Vorne gibt und kein Zurück. In dieser Podcastfolge nehme ich Dich mit in die Energien, die sich im Körper wie ein kosmischer Vollwaschgang anfühlen können. Seit Beginn des Rave Neujahrs im Januar 2026, haben wir bereits fast alle emotionalen Tore durchlaufen und alle hatten eine Botschaft für uns, die uns in diesem Jahr tiefer und direkter erreicht als sonst. In der Folge erfährst Du warum wir die Energien nicht - wie sonst - einfach nehmen und ins Außen umleiten können, sondern sie uns viel unmittelbarer im Inneren erreichen und was wichtig ist, um gut durch diese Zeit zu kommen. Ich wünsche Dir wie immer gute Erkenntnisse mit der heutigen Folge und freue mich, wenn Du mich unterstützt und meinen Podcast likest oder weiterempfiehlst. Vielen Dank dafür. Wenn Du mit uns auf Human Design Selbsterkenntnisreise gehen möchtest findest Du hier mehr Informationen zum Living Your Design Kurs am 27.3.2026. Zum neuen Kurs 'Der globale Shift 2027' mit allen Informationen zum Kreuz des schlafenden Phoenix und die neue Epoche geht es hier. Human Design Academy Barbara Peddinghaus & Team Human Design Analytikerin und Lehrerin (IHDS) Hochstrasse 48 60313 Frankfurt Insta: www.instagram.com/humandesign_academy/

If you've been listening to the Soul Sovereignty Podcast for a while, you have heard me talk about the importance of connecting to your womb space. If you want to embody your divinity and reclaim your sovereignty, it is an essential practice.A lot of people on the spiritual path tend to focus on the “upper chakras,” such as the third eye or crown. However, deeper levels of embodiment necessitate moving the consciousness of your divinity INTO your “lower chakras,” such as the root and womb. By the way, your energetic womb includes your sacrum and tailbone. Men and women have an energetic womb.In this week's Soul Sovereignty Podcast, special guest Laura Hosford and I dive into:* The gifts of accessing the wisdom of your womb* What NOT to do when you begin to connect to your womb* Why your womb is an energetic portal to the earth and the divine mother* The multidimensional gifts and healing potential that is possible when you enter the womb space consciously* Why opening your heart is the first step in opening your womb space* A simple practice you can do to begin reconnecting your heart and womb (which, in ancient times, were united as ONE)Both Laura and I guide our clients to connect to the wisdom of their womb, remember their divine feminine power, and reunite their divinity with their humanity (to bridge heaven and earth through your very own consciousness). You can learn more about her and receive a free tree of life meditation here.If you want to dive deeper into your feminine power and reconnect with the power of your womb, the online Temple of Divine Feminine Power is a perfect place to start!About Special Guest Laura Hosford: Special Guest Laura Hosford is a Sacred Oracle of Celestial Light whose gift is to connect you with your Higher Self, Angels, Ascended Masters and the Goddess energies to bring celestial healing grace for your heart, soul and life. She is here to anchor high feminine frequencies and be a vessel through which Shekinah/Sophia returns. Laura currently offers a Magdalene Sophia Women's Circle, which you can learn more about at www.laurahosford.com. You can receive a Free Living Rose Tree of Life Guided Meditation on her website here: https://laurahosford.com/About your Host Jessica Falcon: A former lawyer turned mystic, Host Jessica Falcon is an International Soul Embodiment Guide & Relationship Coach. She guides you to access your soul's truth - in and through your body - so you embody your divinity, reclaim your sovereignty, and revolutionize your relationships. She hosts a monthly online Temple of Divine Feminine Power and will be leading an Initiation into Divine Feminine Power Retreat in Greece this fall. You can learn more about these offerings and her private coaching at www.ThePathtoSovereignty.com. You can begin 12 Days of Transformation for Free to transform from within so you embody your power, shift how you show up in relationships, and start your path to sovereignty by singing up for free here: https://thepathtosovereignty.com/12-days-of-transformations/Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave your comments or questions on the Soul Sovereignty podcast episode on Why it's important to connect to the wisdom, power, and mystery of your womb!! Share it with a friend who can benefit from this conversation.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit soulsovereigntyandsexuality.substack.com/subscribe

PARANORMAL ENCOUNTERS: Be Careful What You Wish For.  KATHY T. COGLIANO will run as a Feature Guest on the PARAFlixx streaming network, TV Talk Show, on "DISEMBODIED VOICES", during Season 20, Episode 11, during the entire month of November 2026.  She will also be featured on PHANTASM PODCAST, on June 17, 2026; PARANORMAL ENCOUNTERS on July 30, 2026; PARANORMAL LATTE during the entire month of October; and HAUNTED MYSTERIES on December 31, 2026.FACEBOOK (under Kathy Tierney or Kathy Tierney Cogliano)PODCAST - "The Lady and the Maverick Podcast" (Sun, 2:00 PM EST, 7:00 PM U.K. time) (Live and YouTube)Kathy had a visitation from her grandfather at age 6.  He appeared within the TV in her bedroom filling the entire screen.  She learned the next morning that he passed away that night.  She has had out of body experiences as a child as well as a UFO encounter around the age of 10 while walking to school.  As an adult, she has had many unexplained experiences - including levitation, paralyzed state, harp music, vibrational energies shot throughout her body.  She even said in her most "unreal" experience, seeing a leprechaun come into her room (chased out by her dog).  She has experienced shadow people, bolt of lightning coming through her ceiling into her office.  Numerous paranormal experiences: spirit communications, sightings, teleportation of missing items, materializations or apports.   She believes she has been spiritually healed during near death moments in her life.  She is a clairvoyant, (seeing spirit) clairaudient (hearing) clairsentient, (psychic ability) and (feeling emotions knowing things about people, including seeing past lives), and telepathic.TO WATCH GUESTS ON "DISEMBODIED VOICES" TV TALK SHOWTake a moment to WATCH my guests visually in a personal interview.  KATHY T. COGLIANO can be visually seen on PARAFlixx (www.paraflixx.com) as a Featured Guest during the entire month of November 2026, Season 20, Episode 11.  Shows are scheduled to launch at 8/7 Central (USA time).  Shows remain on PARAFlixx indefinitely until changes to remove are made.  Please allow an additional day in the event the show does not get launched as scheduled due to unforeseen circumstances "by the network."DETAILS FOR 3-DAY FREE TRIAL and SUBSCRIBING to PARAFLIXXON INITIAL PAGE - Go To The Bottom (see free trial box)IF SUBSCRIBINGEnter into your search bar this campaign link:  https://bit.ly/3FGvQuYDiscount Code = DV10$4.99/month (U.S.); discount is 10% off first three monthsCancel AnytimeWAYS TO ACCESS SHOWS - go to www.paraflixx.com.  Find my show by going to the upper left corner, click on BROWSE.  Scroll down to TALK SHOWS.  "Disembodied Voices."  

Matthew Wood returns to podcast to share wisdom around specific plants.We discuss:the magic of Elder Trees - European, Canadian and Australian;Burdock to teach the body how to use oils;How Dandelion can be a sleep herb;Yarrow as master of the blood and a herb of initiation.Matthew shares stories from dreams, visions and clinical practice. **SHOW NOTES**Sign up for Matthew Wood's upcoming blood pressure class (and many more) here.Sign up for his newsletter here.**BUY ME A CUPPA**If you liked the episode and want more, a cuppa fuels my work and time, which is given for free. Leave a comment and a few bucks here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/theeldertree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**THE ELDER TREE TROVE PATREON COMMUNITY**You can join our Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and gain a deeper connection to our podcast. Pay only $2 per week to have access to bonus and often exclusive resources and opportunities- plus support the Elder tree at the same time!To find out more about The Elder Tree visit the website at ⁠⁠www.theeldertree.org⁠⁠ and donate to the crowdfunding campaign here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theeldertree.org/makeadonation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.** CONNECT WITH STEPHANIE **Join the waitlist for my plant listening courses ⁠⁠here.⁠⁠Follow me on instagram⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠The intro and outro song is "⁠Sing for the Earth⁠" and was kindly donated by Chad Wilkins.  You can find Chad's music ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

If your ADHD brain struggles with procrastination, or you often find yourself thinking, "Why can't I just do this thing?!" episode 344 is for you. We often think "getting started" is one simple action. But for the ADHD brain, task initiation is actually a complex chain of 5-6 distinct steps, each of which demand our executive functions. When we collapse these steps all into one, we miss the nuance of where the breakdown happens and we default to shame instead of solutions. In this episode, we're taking apart the "I'm just a procrastinator" narrative. You'll learn how to identify which of the 6 stages is actually blocking you from starting and find one small, specific way to make it remove the friction and take the next step. In episode 344, you will discover: The 6 hidden layers of task initiation (and why 'just doing it' is biologically harder for us). How to pinpoint exactly which step has you stuck. One specific micro-step to remove the friction from the step that's holding you back. Work With Me:

In this week's episode we're answering one of YOUR questions with a combination of expert tips and personal experience.  The Question: "Is there a way for someone with responsive desire to initiate sex? Do you have any recommendations?" What We Cover in This Episode: • Can you initiate with responsive desire? Yes. Initiation does not have to mean you are ready for sex right away. This episode explores how people with responsive desire can start connection in ways that feel safe, honest, and pressure-free. • What responsive desire actually means. Why some people need emotional or mental build-up before physical arousal, and how explaining your “longer runway” can change the way your partner understands intimacy. • The fear of being a tease or changing your mind. A real conversation about hesitation around initiating, including the pressure to follow through and how to reframe initiation as starting foreplay, not promising sex. • How to talk about initiation with your partner. Scripts and examples for getting on the same page about timelines, expectations, and what initiating looks like when you need more build-up before intimacy. • Creative ways to initiate without pressure. From morning cuddles and daytime flirting to teasing PDA and slow-burn make-outs, we share playful techniques that help build anticipation while honoring responsive desire. • You are not too much for needing more. A reminder that responsive desire is valid, that foreplay and communication create better sex for everyone, and that your needs matter whether you are dating, single, or in a long-term relationship. ⁠Learn more about 1:1 coaching HERE!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Honeydew Me Merch HERE!⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fastest way to elevate your leadership doesn't require a new strategy, a bigger budget, or a corner office. It starts with one word: hello. In this episode of The Better Boss, Gregg breaks down a deceptively simple yet transformational practice called "Be the First to Respect." Drawing from his early career at John Jay College and the unforgettable example of a president who made everyone feel seen, Gregg reveals why initiating a greeting, and using someone's name, carries far more influence than most leaders realize. Backed by social psychology and practical experience from the R-Factor Leadership Workshop, Gregg explains how being the first to acknowledge someone removes hesitation, builds instant rapport, and creates a powerful ripple effect of respect throughout your organization. This isn't about small talk. It's about intentional connection. It's about sending the message that every person matters. If you want your team to warm up to your ideas, receive your feedback openly, and genuinely respect your leadership, this episode gives you a technique you can use today.   Additional Resources: Connect with Gregg on LinkedIn Take the Am I a Respectful Leader? Self-Assessment Learn more about The Center for Respectful Leadership Invest in Manager Skills with the R-Factor Workshop Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: Say hello first, it's a leadership move. Use people's names to affirm their worth. Respect reduces social friction instantly. Initiation creates a powerful ripple effect. Consistency earns trust and reciprocation.  

The Freedom Project is officially live. If you feel the old reality dissolving and you're ready to step into deeper sovereignty, clarity, and truth, this is your invitation. Initiation begins March 1st. Join us

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What if perimenopause isn't a breakdown… but a biological upgrade? In this episode of Why Isn't Everyone Doing This?, Emily sits down with Dr. Maritza Snyder to dismantle one of the most damaging narratives women have inherited: that midlife marks decline. Dr. Maritza reframes perimenopause as a powerful remodel. A hormonal recalibration that, when understood and supported, can lead to deeper clarity, stronger boundaries, sharper cognition, and expanded vitality. They explore: Why perimenopause is not “pre-menopause” in the way we've been taught What's happening in the brain and nervous system during this transition How stress physiology impacts symptoms The connection between hormones, identity, and purpose Why this chapter can feel like an initiation rather than an ending Dr. Maritza also shares her personal healing journey after a concussion forced her to radically reimagine her health, and how envisioning her future healthy self became the turning point in her recovery. This conversation is both science-based and soul-based. Practical and empowering. If your body feels unfamiliar…If your sleep, mood, or metabolism have shifted…If you want tools instead of dismissal… This episode is for you. KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Reframing perimenopause 00:03:00 – Opening intention and energetic grounding 00:09:00 – What perimenopause actually means 00:24:00 – Hormones and metabolic shifts 00:35:00 – The identity initiation 00:47:00 – Nervous system resilience 00:58:00 – Choosing who you become next FOR THOSE READY TO GO DEEPER Your system reveals where you are under-resourced. Ziva Level 3 builds the capacity to hold what arises. If you're ready to move beyond inspiration and into embodied integration, nervous system resilience, and sustained leadership, Ziva Level 3 may be your next step. Learn more and explore the application process here:

Guest: Joshua A. Shah, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode: Complete the accompanying course online with Speech Therapy PDWatch this episode on Youtube: Initiation with Filmmaker and SLP Joshua ShahIn a First Bite first, host Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, sits down with Joshua A. Shah, MS, CCC-SLP, a speech-language pathologist, filmmaker, and the creative force behind the upcoming film Initiation, a fictional narrative inspired by lived experiences related to stuttering and communication differences. Joshua and Michelle explore the responsibilities that come with representing communication differences accurately and compassionately and how language, storytelling, and visibility shape public understanding. Together, they examine the connection between communication and power, including how representation can influence whose voices are valued, amplified, or marginalized. Tune in now for a thoughtful, timely conversation, and stay tuned for the film that sparked it.About the Guest(s): Joshua A. Shah is a filmmaker from Fremont, California. He currently serves as a home health speech-language pathologist, primarily working with individuals with neurological and communication impairments. He's become inspired to bring the narratives of individuals with communication challenges to the silver screen and is dedicated to crafting these stories with both accuracy and creativity, challenging the current media landscape with empathetic storytelling.Show Notes:Contact Joshua: @shahjosh on InstagramLove Money Cause: @initiationshortfilm on Instagram“Initiation” Short Film: seedandspark.com/fund/initiation2026#storyThe Stuttering Foundation: www.stutteringhelp.orgSPACE | Stuttering Organization: www.spacetostutter.org and @spacetostutter on InstagramThe Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat: www.oliversacks.com/oliver-sacks-books/the-man-who-mistook-his-wife-for-a-hat/My Stroke of Insight: mystrokeofinsight.com/index.htmlThe Sound of Metal: www.imdb.com/title/tt5363618/American Association for People with Disabilities: www.aapd.comAble South Carolina: www.able-sc.orgFirst Bite Podcast: Subscribe and listen on Spotify or Apple Podcast

Steve & Izzy continue the Blackpocalypse, where they celebrate black actors in the apocalypse, as they discuss 1983's "Warriors of the Wasteland" AKA The New Barbarians starring Fred Williamson, Timothy Brent, George Eastman & more!!! How do we decide on monthly themes? What is the REAL cause of the apocalypse? Are clear plastic tents & car corkscrews the wave of the future?!? Let's find out!!! So kick back, grab a few brews, prepare for Initiation, and enjoy!!! This episode is proudly sponsored by Untidy Venus, your one-stop shop for incredible art & gift ideas at UntidyVenus.Etsy.com and be sure to follow her on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram & Patreon at @UntidyVenus for all of her awesomeness!!! Try it today!!! Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.twitter.com/eilfmovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/eilfmovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Etsy - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.untidyvenus.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TeePublic - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.teepublic.com/user/untidyvenus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff and Lois were both raised in Christian households, and Lois's parents were missionaries. They met at a Wesleyan school, and began ministering together while still attending college, eventually serving as a pastoring couple for 34 years. Growing questions about what was meant by “the Church” bothered them, as well as difficulty in resolving theological disputes within their own congregations. Who had the right interpretation of Scripture? After two of their children became Catholic, Jeff and Lois began to explore the Church, eventually resigning ministry and receiving the Sacraments of Initiation.

Was passiert, wenn eine Frau beschließt, nicht mehr nur zu funktionieren, sondern ihrer inneren Wahrheit radikal zu folgen? In der heutigen Folge begrüße ich die inspirierende Beate Frech-Döring. Beate ist die Initiatorin der Women Empowerment Days, die am 7. und 8. März 2026 (pünktlich zum Weltfrauentag!) in der prachtvollen ‚Neuen Welt‘ in Zwickau stattfinden. Beate teilt ihre unglaubliche Geschichte: Von der taffen Führungskraft in der Kommunalverwaltung, die ‚Führung mit Herz‘ etablieren wollte, bis hin zu ihrem persönlichen ‚Awakening‘ durch spirituelle Reisen nach Indien und Avalon. Wir sprechen über die Heilung der verletzten Weiblichkeit, den Mut zum Neuanfang mit 58 Jahren und darüber, warum wir Frauen aufhören müssen, uns in maskulinen Strukturen zu verbiegen. Diese Folge ist eine Einladung, dein eigenes Zepter in die Hand zu nehmen und dich mit deiner inneren Königin zu verbinden. Was du aus der Folge lernen kannst: - Vom Überlebensmodus zur Schöpferkraft: Wie Beate den Mut fand, ihre Sicherheit als Beamtin aufzugeben, um ihrer Mission zu folgen und Frauen einen Raum für echte Transformation zu schaffen. - Die Venusrose & Sisterhood: Warum das Miteinander von Frauen (und die Verbindung von innerem Mann und innerer Frau) der Schlüssel für den Quantensprung in die ‚Neue Welt‘ ist. - Initiation & Heilung: Beates bewegende Erlebnisse in Indien und Avalon und wie diese Momente das Fundament für ein Event legten, das Geist, Seele und Business-Erfolg vereint. Hör jetzt rein und lass dich von Beates Energie anstecken. Es ist Zeit, dass wir gemeinsam blühen!

t> If the old rules of fertility have left you exhausted, anxious, and questioning yourself, this episode marks a turning point. In Episode 365 of the Fearlessly Fertile Podcast, fertility mindset expert Rosanne Austin initiates a powerful new series: The New Rules of Fertility Success — a modern, emotionally intelligent framework for women who want […] The post EP365: The New Rules of Fertility #1: Initiation appeared first on Rosanne Austin.

Initiation into the Poro, or secret society, constitutes the rites of manhood for the Mende people in Sierra Leone. As a means to develop the emotional landscape of this piece, I sought to put myself in the shoes of initiates, attempting to capture their feelings of excitement and anticipation. I was particularly intrigued by the call-and-response singing between the leader and choir. This inspired me to resample the field recording into a looper/FX unit. I then re-recorded it playing forwards and backwards at varying speeds. Stitching several of these processed samples together into a new sonic tapestry helped to form the rhythmic backbone of this piece. Sounds from the Mende Poro flutter among an energetic and hypnotic drum beat. Psychedelic layers of rich, analogue synthesizer enhance the musicality of the field recording samples, bringing about a sense of wondrousness and mystique.Mende Poro song reimagined by Hellcat Sneer.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

Today I welcome Christine Eck back to the podcast to explore the subtle yet profound keys to caring for ourselves and our families.We discuss the complex, beautiful dance of transformation—especially from the lens of Ayurveda, holistic healing, and the universal mother principles Christine weaves throughout her work.Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply curious about deepening your self-care practices, this episode is full of wisdom, warmth, and practical insight.For me, the ease and joy of parenting has really unfolded as I've allowed the divine presence to come in. When I am tuned in to that Source, everything else feels different. All my relationships are different. — Christine Eck we discuss —why we can't heal for anyone elsethe sacred lessons of parentinghow ayurveda understands health holisticallythe sacred window of the postpartum periodpracticing love over judgmenthelping your kids learn to make sovereign choices LINKSIf you enjoyed the episode, check out —from Judgement to MysteryNow is the Seed for NextMore about our guest —www.sacredwindowstudies.comIG @sacredwindowstudiesFB @AyurvedaForPostpartumSacred Window PodcastSacred Window Blog Free Resources —Receive the 3 keys that unlocked every major Initiation in my life. Get 3 Keys for the Soul here for FREE.

AC and Isaac welcome John Michael Greer back to the Plant Cunning Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on mundane astrology and the Saturn–Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries on February 20. Greer explains mundane astrology as astrology applied to world events, emphasizing traditional tools like ingress charts for solstices and equinoxes, eclipse charts, and great conjunctions, and describing astrology as an empirical craft built from long historical observation. The episode explores why 0° Aries functions as a zodiac “reset button,” why Saturn (form, limits, structure) combining with Neptune (dissolution, unity, imagination, delusion) suggests major shifts. They discuss competing ways of timing the Age of Aquarius, including the 2020 Jupiter–Saturn conjunction in Aquarius as a possible “dawn” marker, and critique utopian 1960s portrayals of Aquarius, noting traditional rulership by Saturn and the difficult, disruptive qualities associated with Uranus (and Rahu as co-ruler in Vedic astrology). Greer ties Uranus-in-Gemini cycles to U.S. history and “elite replacement” periods, framing current politics as another transition that may include bureaucratic contraction and social conflict without necessarily implying “the end of everything.” Additional themes include long-term decline versus sudden collapse, climate volatility, ice-sheet destabilization, karmic causality as “action and consequence” rather than retribution, and esoteric ideas like Dion Fortune's “initiation of the nadir” as a potential collective turning point amid peak global population. 02:53 Mundane Astrology101: The Oldest Branch of Astrology & How It Works04:26 Tools of Mundane Astrology: Ingresses, Eclipses, and Great Conjunctions06:29 Why 0° Aries Matters: The Zodiac ‘Reset Button'08:27 Saturn Meets Neptune: Form vs Dissolution—and Why This One's Unprecedented11:50 Axial Age Echoes: Religion, Philosophy, and What Might Change Next15:50 Age of Aquarius: Uranus Energy, Myths of Utopia, and Saturn's Reality Check21:07 Tech, AI, and Civilizational Fragility26:25 When Did the Age of Aquarius Begin?5:26 Wheels Within Wheels: Stacking Cycles and What We'll Notice in Our Lifetimes36:42 Historical Parallel: Early Democracy, and How Big Shifts Start Small37:56 Athens' Democratic Experiment & the Rise of a Cultural Powerhouse38:36 Thales and the Birth of Philosophy: Reason Replaces Myth39:34 Where the Next Breakthrough Comes From: Fringe Ideas That ‘Work'41:07 Screens, AI, and a Return to Being Human (in a New Way)42:46 The Star of Bethlehem, Magi as Magicians, and Modern ‘Messiah' Speculation44:37 Aquarius vs Pisces: Why We Can't Imagine a Truly New Age45:11 Reading Dead People: Ancient Epics as a Portal to Other Mindsets46:20 Kali Yuga vs Satya Yuga: Are We in the Spiritual Winter?48:43 26,000-Year Cycles, Ancient Dread, and ‘This Is as Bad as It Gets'52:33 Saturn's Lesson: Endure, Do Your Dharma, and Get to Work54:34 Initiation of the Nadir: Hitting Rock Bottom and Rounding the Buoy58:48 Uranus in Gemini & America's Elite Replacement Cycles (Revolution–Civil War–WWII)01:05:43 Mundane Astrology Methods: Updating Planetary Meanings for the Modern World01:09:06 Mars vs Mercury Masculinity—and What a Future Dark Age Might Look Like01:13:20 Post-Collapse Cities in ‘Star's Reach': A Byzantine-Style Future01:14:06 What Determines the Shape of a Dark Age? Printing, Farming, and Resilient Tech01:15:33 Amish & Appropriate Tech: Keeping Urban Life Alive After Collapse01:18:30 Collapse as Slow ‘Ragged Decline': Gas Prices, Frogs, and the Long Slide01:21:48 Punctuated Shocks: Lockdowns, 9/11, and Climate Tipping Points01:24:05 Astrology as a Tactical Tool: Daily Transits, Timing, and Better Decisions01:29:29 Intuition, Past Lives, and Skill Carryover: From Mozart to Tarot01:33:33 Karma Explained: Action, Consequences, and What Charts Can Reveal01:37:03 Remedies & Magic: Planetary Charity, Talismans, and Natal Chart Mandalas

Are men taught to be strong at the cost of being whole, and is that inner fracture driving disconnection, addiction, and despair?Josh Trent welcomes Connor Beaton to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 801, to break down the myth of modern masculinity, why suppression masquerades as strength, how porn, stress, and emotional avoidance become coping mechanisms, why men need initiation and mentorship to move from numbness to mastery, how shadow work and confrontation build real confidence, and why emotional leadership is the foundation of healthy relationships and fatherhood.In This Episode, Connor Beaton Uncovers:(01:15) The Myth of Masculinity(07:00) How Men Cope with Emotions(12:00) Men's Initiation(20:50) The Purpose of Rite of Passage(27:35) Women Are Men's Mirror(35:00) Vulnerability Is Not Enough(39:55) Don't Become Your Emotions(51:05) Do All Wounds Come from The Mother?(59:35) Where The Work Begins(01:04:10) Bring Light to Your Shadow(01:10:30) Change Requires Confrontation

Full Shownotes Here: https://sociallyausome.com/post/adhd-task-initiation-cant-start-tasksYou have the to-do list. You have the coffee. You have the candle lit and the phone face down. And you still can't start.That's not laziness. That's not poor time management. That's task initiation — and it's one of the most misunderstood ADHD challenges that's quietly costing you momentum in your business every single day.In this episode, I'm getting real about what task initiation actually is, why ADHD brains struggle with it more than anything else, and the practical strategies that actually work — not the "just do it" advice that was never built for your brain.In this episode, you'll learn:Why starting is harder than finishing for ADHD brains (and the dopamine science behind it)What task paralysis actually looks like in daily life — the desk reorganizing, the sock drawer, all of itThe "Ridiculous Micro-Start" strategy that breaks the freeze without willpowerHow to use environmental triggers to train your brain to beginWhy the 5-minute rule works — and when to let yourself stop at 5The emotional layer underneath avoidance that most productivity advice ignoresHow your Spark Times inside the F.L.O.W. framework change everythingIf you've ever stared at your screen for two hours and done everything except the actual work, this episode is for you.Resources mentioned:ADHD Entrepreneur Academy: adhdpreneuracademy.comFocused & Free Membership ($99/month): sociallyausome.com/membershipFLOW-First Thinking (book): sociallyausome.com/books/flowfirstConnect with Alyece:Instagram: @socially.ausomeWebsite: sociallyausome.comIf this episode hit home, share it with one ADHD entrepreneur who needs to hear it — and leave a review on Apple Podcasts so other neurodivergent business owners can find us.

Human Design Manifestors: Anger, Initiation, Burnout, and the Truth About Using Your VoiceIn this episode of Unjaded, Vickie Dickson hosts a powerful Human Design Manifestor panel with Rachel Kelter (2/4 Emotional Manifestor), Jahje Ives (5/1 Emotional Manifestor), and Sandy Bath (4/6 Emotional Manifestor) This is an honest, lived conversation about what it actually means to be a Manifestor in a world that was not built for Manifestor energy — especially for women. The panel explores childhood conditioning, anger as information, burnout from over-initiating for others, and the deep re-learning required to trust your voice, your timing, and your need for rest.Rather than explaining Human Design mechanics, this episode focuses on real experiences: what was silenced, what erupted as anger, what led to burnout, and what it looks like to reclaim peace.In this episode, we explore:What it's like to grow up as a Manifestor and learn to play smallAnger as a core Manifestor signal, not a flawWhy silencing, interruption, and unsolicited advice hit Manifestors so deeplyInforming as an act of love, not permission-seekingThe cost of initiating for everyone else and leaving nothing for yourselfBurnout cycles in Manifestor women, especially in midlifeRest, creative flow, and learning when to stop pushingParenting Manifestor children and allowing emotional expressionHealing the throat and voice after years of suppressionYou'll hear real conversations about:Being told to “think before you speak” and learning to distrust your instinctsFeeling seen but not understood from a young ageAnger turning inward when expression isn't allowedThe pressure to keep up with Generators and Manifesting GeneratorsLearning to set boundaries without guiltReclaiming peace by honouring rest and energetic limitsThis episode is for you if:You are a Manifestor (or have one in your life) and feel misunderstoodYou've experienced burnout from always initiating, leading, or holding things togetherAnger has been labeled a problem instead of informationYou struggle with rest, boundaries, or asking for helpYou're ready to stop shrinking and start trusting your voice againThis conversation is a permission slip — to rest, to inform...

Men have lost initiation. There was a time when boys were tested before becoming men. They faced hardship. They endured pain. They returned changed - recognized as men. Today, that process is gone. In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler breaks down: Why modern men feel lost The three elements of ancient initiation Why pain is necessary How comfort culture is weakening men Why nobody is coming to initiate you How to initiate yourself If you feel stuck, drifting, or chasing validation - this episode is for you. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Men Have Lost Initiation 00:26 When Boys Knew They Became Men 02:50 The Cost of Extended Adolescence 05:10 Comfort Culture Is Weakening Men 07:25 "Where Have All the Real Men Gone?" 08:05 The Three Elements of Initiation 08:30 Removed From Comfort 09:24 The Benefit of Pain 11:15 The Trial: Facing Fear 12:56 Recognition and Acknowledgment 14:49 Drifting, Chasing, and the Integrity Gap 16:35 Nobody Is Coming to Initiate You 17:14 Voluntary Hardship 18:45 What Initiation Looks Like Today 19:45 Brotherhood Is Modern Initiation 20:51 The World Needs Grounded Men 21:15 Questions Every Man Must Ask Himself 22:21 Do Something Difficult This Week 23:47 Steadiness Over Loudness 24:35 Choose the Fire 25:00 Join the Iron Council 25:20 The Men's Forge Event 26:00 Final Challenge   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

What if burnout wasn't your breaking point — but your initiation? In this episode of Under the Surface, I sit down with former Embodied by Design® student Lisa Hardy, a 3/5 Emotional Manifestor and founder of the Ariem Method. Lisa shares her journey from 13 years in the corporate and agency world, through burnout and depression, into deep healing, feminine embodiment, and ultimately the creation of her international women's retreat in Costa Rica. We talk about: Burnout as a catalyst for transformation The difference between freedom and structure Moving through resistance (internal and external) How self-trust is built through action The three pillars of the Ariem Method: Presence, Play, and Pleasure Designing an international retreat aligned with your vision Weaving Human Design into personal growth and feminine embodiment If you're in a transition season… if you feel the nudge toward something bigger… or if you're craving recalibration, this episode will speak directly to you. About Lisa Lisa Hardy is the founder of Live Ariem™ and creator of the Ariem Method: a lifestyle framework built on Presence, Play, and Pleasure. Through energy healing, Human Design, and immersive retreat experiences, she supports women in reconnecting to themselves and stepping into aligned leadership. Her upcoming 8-day retreat in Costa Rica (February 21–28, 2026) blends Human Design, energy work, feminine embodiment, and transformational experiences. Learn more at: https://liveariem.com Follow Lisa on Instagram: @liveariem If This Episode Resonated… If you're ready to: Recalibrate your energy Step into deeper embodiment Explore your Human Design in community Or join Lisa in Costa Rica All retreat details are linked above. And if you're a practitioner or leader wanting to integrate Human Design into your own work, learn more about Embodied by Design® at https://www.krystalewoods.com/embodied-by-design 

John Bucher is a renowned mythologist and story expert who has been featured on the BBC, the History Channel, the LA Times, The Hollywood Reporter and on numerous other international outlets. He serves as Executive Director for the Joseph Campbell Foundation and is a writer, podcaster, storyteller, and speaker. Holding a PhD in Mythology & Depth Psychology, he integrates scholarly insights with practical storytelling techniques, exploring the profound connections between myth, culture, and personal identity.   Here he and Dawson explore: John's background The life and teachings of Joseph Campbell  Mythology and Depth Psychology  Questioning: What experiences of awe are you missing? Campbell's take on joy and doing the inner work to discover what brings you to life Why we don't have enough time to pause and reflect on things that bring us alive Exploring what makes you most alive? The 3 large stages of the Hero's Journey: Departure, Initiation, and Return Joseph Campbell's definition of the hero as a person who's willing to sacrifice Journaling to reflect on the stages of your own Hero's Journey   To learn more: https://www.tellingabetterstory.com/   Find host Dr. Dawson Church at: http://dawsongift.com/   To purchase Dawson's latest book, Spiritual Intelligence:  https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Intelligence-Activating-Circuits-Awakened/dp/160415294X/   #mindtomatter #blissbrain #spiritualintelligence #eft #meditation #highenergyhealth #sq #mythology #psychology #hero

There are moments in life when the ground shifts beneath us—moments that ask us to release who we have been and surrender to who we are becoming.In this conversation with Christine Eck, we explore these initiatory thresholds: the postpartum window, identity shifts, creative rebirth, and the deeply human experience of meeting ourselves in the dark.Whether it's the identity rupture of new parenthood, a dream dissolving, a relationship shifting, or a calling echoing from somewhere you can't yet see, these moments feel like freefall. They feel like failure. They feel like we are being unmade.And yet—they feel like that because it is a death.And it is also the beginning of a profound becoming.The only way out is through.The gift is at the bottom.And you cannot effort your way into becoming—you can only surrender into it.Enjoy this episode. And tune in next week for part two. we discuss —The beauty in the bottom of the chasmLaying down our fear of failureCaregiving as witnessing, not rescuingThe quiet tools that carry us through initiationsWhy we don't walk alone LINKSIf you enjoyed the episode, check out —The Transformative Power of Desire & Devotion w—Erin KelleyBusiness as Initiation, grace on an episode of Off the Grid More about our guest —www.sacredwindowstudies.comIG @sacredwindowstudiesFB @AyurvedaForPostpartumSacred Window PodcastSacred Window Blog Free Resources —Receive the 3 keys that unlocked every major Initiation in my life. Get 3 Keys for the Soul here for FREE.

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This energy update episode for Feb 9th - 14th, offers you intuitive guidance, clarity and soul questions/journal prompts to help you connect to your inner knowing. Remember to trust and listen to the language of your intuition. Reach out if these weekly energy updates resonate. I love to hear from you! Explore more Intuitive & healing services and how I can support you Send me a message Get my Substack energy snapshot that partners with this episode Follow me on Instagram   Ways to help https://www.standwithminnesota.com/ https://immigrantjustice.org/ways-to-help/ https://globalfreedoms.substack.com

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You can enjoy exclusive and intense erotic audio by grabbing your copy of the Sensual Awakening App on the Apple Store, or downloading the very unofficial and unapproved Android version from WyldeInBed.com Sizzling Office Encounters: Suzy's IT InitiationStep into Suzy's world as she returns to her office post-pandemic, only to find herself entangled in a web of desire and digital dilemmas.When computer issues threaten to derail her day, a young, handsome IT specialist arrives to save more than just her hard drive.As he deftly navigates her software, Suzy finds herself aching for a different kind of hands-on support.Raw passion burns through the office as Suzy's pent-up frustrations transform into unbridled lust as our IT hero's skilled fingers work magic on more than just keyboards and every corner of the once-sterile office becomes a playground for forbidden pleasuresListen as Suzy discovers new ways to maximize productivity, indulging in steamy oral encounters and pulse-quickening positions that'll make you squirm in your seat.Warning: This audio is not safe for work... but it might just inspire your own office fantasies!Click to Listen Now and let Suzy's sultry adventure ignite your deepest desires!

This week, Ryan and Alex dive into the natural spiritual process known as initiation. They explore Rosicrucianism, Egyptian mystery rituals, guiding spiritual forces, the path of the mystic, and the teachings of Rudolf Steiner unpacking how these ancient currents continue to shape spiritual awakening today.

In this episode of Eros Money Power, we step under the rose. The red rose has always been more than a symbol of romance. It is an emblem of erotic power, secrecy, devotion, and sacred containment. The Sanctum is a private world…one that operates under the rose. Historically, sub rosa meant what was spoken beneath the rose was protected—carried in confidence, revealed only to the initiated. I'm sharing why The Sanctum is built on this energy. This is not light, surface level work. This is red work. The type of work that asks for discretion, standards, and reverence. The kind of work that unfolds slowly, layer by layer, when a woman is ready. I share why secrecy, eros, and discretion are not luxuries in my work, but necessities. We explore the symbolism of the red rose, the ancient meaning of 'sub rosa', and why the most powerful transformations do not happen in public spaces. This is a conversation about erotic intelligence, standards, and a level of reverence, devotion, and safety that allows desire to be named freely. Not everyone will understand this work. And that is exactly the point. If you've felt the pull of mystery…this episode is an invitation into the center of the rose.  Inside this episode we reveal… Why the red rose is a symbol of erotic leadership, desire, and world-shaping power The ancient meaning of sub rosa and what it means to work in privacy and devotion How secrecy becomes safety, and containment becomes potency Why access, standards, and discernment are essential for deeper initiatory spaces What it means to be a keeper of knowledge, codes, and transmissions not everyone gets to hold Under the rose... The Sanctum is not open to everyone. It was never meant to be. This is a private world, carried under the rose

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin speaks with Jhaimy Alvarez-Acosta, a traditional Andean curandero from Cusco, Peru, about lineage, ceremony, and responsibility within Indigenous wisdom traditions. Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-341/?ref=278  They explore Andean cosmology as a living worldview and reframe master plant work as a form of deep education rather than clinical healing. The conversation emphasizes mentorship, initiation through lived experience, and healing as a relational process rooted in land, ancestors, and community. Maestro Jhaimy Alvarez Acosta has walked the path of Andean wisdom for over thirty years, guiding ceremonies and pilgrimages throughout the Andes and internationally. His work emphasizes humility, relationship, and long-term commitment to lineage-based traditions. Highlights: Fear as a guide rather than an obstacle Initiation through lived experience Huachuma in Andean tradition Roles within Indigenous healing lineages Master plants as teachers, not tools Healing as acceptance and relationship Andean cosmology in the modern world Mentorship and community-based learning Episode Links: Children of the Seven Rays Heart of the Condor Podcast Jhaimy's Instagram Episode Sponsors: The Practitioner Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute. The Microdosing Practitioner Certification at Psychedelic Coaching Institute. Golden Rule - Get a lifetime discount of 10% with code THIRDWAVE at checkout Third Wave occasionally partners with or shares information about other people, companies, and/or providers. While we work hard to only share information about ethical and responsible third parties, we can't and don't control the behavior of, products and services offered by, or the statements made by people, companies, or providers other than Third Wave. Accordingly, we encourage you to research for yourself, and consult a medical, legal, or financial professional before making decisions in those areas. Third Wave isn't responsible for the statements, conduct, services, or products of third parties. If we share a coupon code, we may receive a commission from sales arising from customers who use our coupon code. No one is required to use our coupon codes."

durée : 00:19:23 - Lectures du soir - "Vous avez tort de dire que nous ne pouvons pas nous mouvoir dans tous les sens du Temps. Par exemple, si je me rappelle très vivement quelque incident, je retourne au moment où il s'est produit. Je suis distrait, j'ai l'esprit absent comme vous dites. Je fais un saut en arrière pendant un moment." - réalisation : Christophe Hocké

Die Freimaurer waren mit ihrer Gründung ein reiner Männerbund. Seit 1949 ist das anders. In Berlin wurde Deutschlands erste Frauenloge gegründet. Auch die Freimaurerinnen stehen für Offenheit, Respekt, für die Suche nach Wissen und Erkenntnis. Doch bei allem Freimut bewahren sie Ihre geheimen Rituale, ihre Tempelarbeit. Was heißt es Freimaurerin zu sein und wer wird aufgenommen?

Healthy boundaries are essential - but most men don't know what they actually look like. In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler breaks down eight practical boundaries every man must establish in his personal, professional, and romantic relationships to build respect, alignment, and long-term success. These boundaries aren't about control or ultimatums - they're about clarity, self-respect, and creating relationships that truly work. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why Boundaries Matter 01:10 - Why Men Struggle with Boundaries 02:38 - Grace, Communication, and Relationships 03:05 - High Fences Make Great Neighbors 05:05 - Alignment in Healthy Relationships 06:15 - Boundary #1: Reciprocity 07:26 - Boundary #2: Initiation 08:50 - Boundary #3: Flow 10:55 - Boundary #4: Capacity 12:08 - Boundary #5: Self-Abandonment 14:45 - Boundary #6: Regulation 17:30 - Boundary #7: Exit Boundary 22:55 - Boundary #8: Potential 24:10 - Identifying Triggered Boundaries 26:05 - Communicating Boundaries Effectively 28:40 - Join Iron Council 30:05 - Final Thoughts & Sign-Off Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

February 2026 marks an unprecedented astrological and numerological shift. As we move from the grounded stability of Earth and Water into the primal lifeforce of Fire and Air, the ground beneath us is shifting. With Chinese New Year ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse and the monumental Saturn-Neptune conjunction at the zero point of Aries, we are being refined, fine-tuned, and asked to move with absolute precision. In this episode, we break down the three essential themes you need to embody to navigate this volatile yet expansive energy: Say Less: Why "Yes" and "No" are complete sentences in this new era of coherence. Your Question is More Important Than the Answer: Moving from "Why me?" to "What is this making space for?" Self-Pity Won’t Hold: Why the victimhood timeline is closing and how to reclaim your power through personal accountability. The heat is on, and the momentum only builds from here through July. It’s time to stop over-processing, stop over-explaining, and start initiating. In this episode, we cover: The transition from the Snake to the Fire Horse (Feb 17th). The impact of Saturn and Neptune at the zero point of the zodiac (Feb 20). The start of a new Eclipse season in a new axis (Feb 17). How to handle Mercury Retrograde in Pisces (Feb 25). Moving from the "old operating system" to a new humanity. Want to dive deeper into February’s Astrology & Numerology and what this energy means for you? Sign up for Amanda’s February Workshop Host: Amanda Rieger Green YouTube: @soul_pathology⁩ Instagram: @soulpathology Website: SoulPathology.com Email: Podcast@soulsessions.meFollow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulpathology/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The American Revolution wasn't just a colonial rebellion; it was a global conflict shaped by European rivalries and high-stakes diplomacy. Without the help of foreign allies like France and Spain, the United States might never have won its independence. Historian John Ferling joins us to explore the international dimensions of the Revolutionary War. Drawing from his new book Shots Heard Round the World, Ferling reveals how secret aid, political gambles, and naval power from Europe (especially France) influenced the outcome of the war, and nearly derailed it. John's Website | Book |Show Notes: https://www.benfranklinsworld.com/432 EPISODE OUTLINE00:01:06  Introduction00:01:52 Why European Powers Intervened00:08:02 International Interest in the American Revolution00:14:20 French Reaction to the Outbreak of War00:19:28 Initiation of Foreign Aid00:23:46 British Expectations of a Quick Victory00:25:35 Saratoga as a Turning Point00:31:46 French Naval and Military Support00:37:36 Spain's Ambitions and Entry into the War00:42:55 Britain's War Fatigue and Missed Opportunities00:51:31 Outcomes for France and Spain00:54:53 Time Warp00:59:20 ConclusionRECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODES

These are pivitol times. The need for feminine leadership has never been louder. Your midlife power is the key to matriarchal leadership. I we want to see meaningingful change in the world we must co-create it. This is our moment, the time is now. Lock in.  Takeaways Feminine leadership is crucial to co-create in today's world. The Year of the Fire Horse symbolizes empowerment and community. Rituals are essential for personal and collective growth. Body optimization is critical for women in midlife. Emotional reactions can provide sacred information. Community support is vital for thriving in leadership. Reclaiming rites of passage is necessary this year. Collective action leads to meaningful change. The time for women to rise up is now. Joining a supportive community enhances professional growth. Join The Midlife CEO - 8 Week Live Commnity Series: https://circle.lisamalia.co/checkout/the-midlife-ceo-initiation?event_id=28896205 Save $50 today with the Early Bird Discount code INITIATION. A Rite Of Passage For Women Of High Intent Who Desire Life Giving Solutions: Bring the sacred wisdom of the feminine into your leadership. Eight week live journey guided by Lisa Malia.  Includes year long membership to The Realm Network (value $1700) Includes year long membership to The Breathwork Portal (value $100) Includes instant access to bonus Quarterly Mapping Workshop ($297) Includes access to upcoming live workshops inside The Realm. Includes access to live breathwork sessions inside The Breathwork Portal. Register today for bonus access to womb clearing activation session with Lisa. REGISTER HERE   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Midlife CEO 01:49 The Year of the Fire Horse 04:10 Community and Collective Leadership 06:40 Rituals and Practices for Empowerment 09:04 Body Optimization and Feminine Health 11:22 Emotional Reactions and Sacred Rage 12:56 The Importance of Community 15:16 Reclaiming Rites of Passage 16:49 The Power of Collective Action 19:27 Program Overview and Call to Action   #femaleceo #womeninmidlife #womeninleadership #feminineenergy #matriarchy #ritesofpassage #dailyrituals #networkingforwomen #womenscircles #retreatsforwomen #firehorse 

It's clear that you have just completed a curriculum.  ▲ Free Healing Arts Community: https://tinyurl.com/playground222   ▲ DAYDREAMER ARCHETYPE QUIZ: https://alwaysplay.org/dreamer ▲ DAYDREAMER PORTAL: https://alwaysplay.org/daydreamer ▲ MYSTIC CODES MASTERMIND waitlist: https://www.alwaysplay.org/mystic ▲ Become a certified breathwork facilitator: https://www.flowbreathworktraining.com/ ▲ Read my Breathwork book, Breathe: www.alwaysplay.org/orderbreathe ▲ Connect on social: @shanila.sattar

EDITED of filler words! Get Lon's new and fantastic book THE TAROT ARCHITECT today: https://amzn.to/46q3kgAWatch the full unedited livestream: https://youtube.com/live/H_3azxllBC4And be sure to leave him a review! Thank you and enjoy the show...“You do not learn tarot. Tarot teaches you.”—Rabbi Lamed Ben Clifford   For many, the tarot serves as a compass, illuminating the path to their “true will” and guiding them toward their destiny. If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of which way to turn, the tarot offers a beacon, revealing unseen options and providing clarity on difficult decisions. Now, you have a unique opportunity to master the art of tarot under Lon Milo DuQuette, an internationally recognized authority on tarot and esoteric principles.  You will discover how to interact with the cards, whether new to the tarot or an experienced reader, along with learning the unique colors, correspondences, the basic symbolism of each of the seventy-eight tarot cards, their history, and simple ritual exercises designed to activate and integrate the spiritual forces resident in each individual card. By the end of the book, you'll bring together all the knowledge you've learned to create your own tarot deck—a tangible reflection of your journey and a tool for continued spiritual growth and divinatory practice.  “This is an indispensable tarot grimoire that is both accessible and profound. The serious student of Western Mystery Traditions is going to cherish this text.”—Benebell Wen, author of I Ching, the Oracle and Holistic Tarot   “Few people have explored the underlying dynamics among the qabalistic and tarot correspondences to the extent that Lon DuQuette has.”—Mary Greer, author of Tarot for Your Self00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:57 Discussing Copyright Strikes and Music Collaboration03:13 Introduction to the Tarot Architect Book04:51 Exploring the Essence of Hermetic Kabbalah07:25 Understanding Tarot and Its Mystical Aspects14:59 The Cube of Space and Its Significance24:24 Practical Applications of Tarot29:16 Creating and Personalizing Tarot Cards38:54 Introduction to the Course39:20 The Bookends and Mother Letter Cards40:22 Meditations and Audio Resources43:11 Recording Challenges and Audiobook Insights45:25 Tarot Reading and Occult Practices48:23 Initiation and Personal Experiences59:13 Scottish Rite and Psychedelics01:05:48 Upcoming Events and Final ThoughtsDownload the original music from our intro/outro free: https://damanta.bandcamp.com/track/corfu-feat-justin-hagbergSong & Video Credits: Video Design by Frater RC - Hermetic PodcastSound Design by Fb: @Evokar.LuxMusic Composed, Engineered & Produced by DAMANTAIrish Bouzouki, Guitar, Low Whistle performed by DAMANTAFeaturing Juno Award Winner, Justin Hagberg on Keys (Mellotron)Full Commercial License including modification and remixing extended indefinitely to Lon Milo DuQuette Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: Get 10$ Credit! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6430691835904000Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/magick-without-fears-frater-r-c-hermetic-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nicole McNichols, psychologist, professor at the University of Washington, and author of You Could Be Having Better Sex, for one of the most honest, research-backed conversations we've ever had about sex, intimacy, and connection in long-term marriage.   This isn't about sex positions, tricks, or "trying harder." It's about why good marriages lose momentum over time, how pressure and expectations quietly kill desire, and why emotional connection is often the real foreplay. Dr. Nicole breaks down why scheduling sex can backfire, how shame and guilt around sex are learned early, and how curiosity—not performance—creates the kind of intimacy couples actually crave. I also share personal stories from my own marriage about connection, timing, and why mediocre sex just to "check the box" no longer works. If you want a healthier, more connected sex life, this episode gives you a roadmap grounded in science and real-life experience.     Timeline Summary [0:00] Why this episode isn't about sex positions or tricks [1:26] Introducing Dr. Nicole McNichols and her background [2:09] Why scheduling sex can quietly backfire [2:36] How pressure and expectation kill intimacy [2:58] Emotional connection as the real foreplay [3:36] Why intimacy dates matter more than sex calendars [5:18] How Dr. Nicole became a "sex professor" by accident [6:10] Loneliness, disconnection, and the role of sexual health [7:08] Shame, stigma, and misinformation around sex—especially for women [9:14] Why healthy sex improves forgiveness, health, and longevity [10:25] The failure of shame-based sex education [12:10] Countries with sex-positive education and better outcomes [13:18] Identifying the sources of shame we carry into marriage [15:09] Why sex shouldn't be the first thing sacrificed in busy seasons [16:07] Why conversations about sex should happen with clothes on [17:00] Using curiosity instead of pressure to improve intimacy [18:11] Announcement: Dad Edge Alliance February focus on intimacy and attraction [20:03] Curiosity vs. agenda in hard conversations [21:17] Why scheduling sex alone doesn't work [22:09] Creating the right context and mood for intimacy [23:24] Sexual effort that creates pressure instead of desire [24:55] Emotional lead-up and responsive desire [26:01] Initiation–rejection cycles and resentment [27:23] "Intimacy dates" and reconnecting outside the bedroom [29:11] Larry shares a personal story about connection over convenience [31:26] Choosing quality connection over mediocre sex [33:17] Maintenance sex vs. meaningful sexual connection [35:04] Balancing connection and realistic expectations [37:22] Long-term rejection cycles and rebuilding intimacy [39:00] Hormones, menopause, and why libido changes aren't personal [41:29] Division of labor, resentment, and loss of identity [43:48] Gottman research and why distance doesn't heal intimacy [45:43] Making your partner feel seen and heard [47:23] Listening vs. fixing in emotional conversations [49:13] Resources for better conversations with your wife and kids [49:31] Dr. Nicole's book and New York Times features [50:44] Where to find Dr. Nicole and her work [53:08] Why improving your sex life is a powerful way to start 2026     Five Key Takeaways Pressure and expectation kill desire, while curiosity and emotional safety create attraction.  Emotional connection is often the real foreplay, especially in long-term marriages.  Scheduling sex without context can backfire if couples don't create space to reconnect first.  Sexual shame is learned, and identifying its sources is the first step toward healthier intimacy.  Better sex isn't about frequency—it's about quality, safety, and connection.        Links & Resources 25 Intimate Conversation Starters: https://thedadedge.com/25questions Conversation Cards for Kids (Ages 5–Teen): https://thedadedge.com/kidquestions Dr. Nicole McNichols – Faculty Spotlight (University of Washington): https://psych.uw.edu/newsletter/summer-2020/faculty/faculty-spotlight-on-nicole-mcnichols New York Times – Modern Love Podcast Feature: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/07/podcasts/modern-love-better-sex-tips.html Book — You Could Be Having Better Sex Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1430     Closing Remark If this episode gave you language, clarity, or hope around intimacy in your marriage, please rate, review, follow, and share the podcast. Strong marriages don't drift into great sex—they build it intentionally, with curiosity, connection, and courage.

Today I'm sharing my second conversation with writer and astrologer Erin Kelley.We tell our personal (and planetary) stories of loss, seduction, codependency, and people-pleasing — as we explore how mid-life transits can become portals to authentic intimacy.We also discuss Erin's Slow Magick practice and how to change your life in sacred time. As soon as I started to do the deep work… it changed how I was in my relationships. Once I was able to show up in a different way and be intimate in a whole new experience — that freedom of expression showed me how: “Oh no sweetie, you weren't just codependent in your romantic relationships. That shit was everywhere.” — Erin Kelley we discuss —the power of a second actmid-life transits as portals for transformationending cycles of Self-abandonmentstarting over after loss of love, job, money, everythingNeptune's illusions and delusionsthe tension between the 1st house of Self and the 7th house of Otherreleasing codependence and people-pleasingwhat committed partnership really meansthe devotional practice of Slow Magickthe pleasure of stepping into the Moment  LINKSIf you enjoyed the episode, check out —Business as Initiation, grace on an episode of Off the GridListen to grace on Erin's podcast The Nature of Invisible Things More about our guest —Slow Magick websiteSlow Magick on IGSlow Magick on SubstackDevotional Astrology & Tarot - A heart-centered experience of the stars and cards grounded in everyday life Mentioned in the episode—Burn through your unworthiness and ignite your innate erotic power. Sign up for VIRGIN here. ❤️‍

Ryan welcomes back Jordan Crowder of the Conscious Observer Podcast for a powerful conversation on the rise of AI, ancient prophecies, and humanity's awakening during the age of purification. From the pyramids and out-of-body experiences to faith, manifestation, and an unfolding reality shift, they explore what may lie ahead for consciousness itself.

Reading of excerpts from Dr Raghavan's essay 'Consciousness and Existence'. The full text can be found here: ⁠https://theosophytrust.org/⁠Professor Raghavan N. Iyer (1930 -1995) was an internationally known philosopher, political theorist, and spiritual practitioner who devoted his life to the intellectual and spiritual uplift of human society. The only Rhodes Scholar from India in 1950 to Oxford, he secured First Class Honors in Philosophy, Politics and Economics and later earned a D. Phil. Degree in moral and political philosophy. He was professor of political philosophy at the University of California, Santa Barbara for 21 years.His message is that a renewed humankind is now emerging, and his writings address the causes of the global situation, the nature of this evolution, and the manner in which individuals can participate fully in this collective transformation.Dr Iyer was a practitioner and member of the Theosophical Foundation and wrote that:"Initiation into Theosophical metaphysics is more than an intellectual or moral enterprise; it is a continuous spiritual exercise in the development of intuitive and cognitive capacities that are the highest available to humans, a process that includes from the first a blending of the head and the heart through the interaction of viveka and vairagya, discrimination and detachment.