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#72 - Join us for an amazing conversation with Author, Bee Tender, Activist & Healer Michelle Cassandra Johnson and Leadership Coach & Racial Equity Trainer Amy Burtaine on the practical and mystical teachings of honeybees, including powerful lessons that the hive offers for collective healing in community and for our relationship with the more-than-human world.In this episode you'll discover:What bees can teach us about living through times of chaos and collective transformation How they operate as a superorganism, always tending the health of the whole How bees' work in the darkness offers teachings in times of disruption and uncertainty The language of attunement and how humming with bees is supportive for nervous system regulation The sacred geometry of the hive and what bees' ceremonial movements reveal The ancient ritual of “telling the bees” and how the bees' teachings support and inspire deep work in community healing centered on attunement and service to the whole Michelle and Amy also invite us to remember that everything the bees make is medicinal, and to reflect on our own unique gifts for our communities and the Earth at this time.Michelle Cassandra Johnson is an author, activist, spiritual teacher, racial equity consultant and educator, beekeeper and intuitive and shamanic healer. She teaches transformative experiences nationwide. Michelle is a six-time published author. Her latest book, The Wisdom of the Hive, published by Sounds True and co-written with her best friend, Amy Burtaine, came out in May. Michelle was a TEDx speaker at Wake Forest University in 2019. She leads courageously from the heart with compassion. Michelle inspires change that allows people to stand in their humanity and wholeness. She lives in North Carolina with her husband, sweet dog, Jasper, and her honeybees.Amy Burtaine is a leadership coach and racial equity trainer. Her trainings for meaningful social change include work with Google, the DNC, and the ACLU. With Robin DiAngelo, she is the coauthor of The Facilitator's Guide for White Affinity Groups.Learn more about The Wisdom of the Hive: https://www.michellecjohnson.com/wisdom-of-the-hiveYou can find Michelle at: https://www.michellecjohnson.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/skillinaction/Facebook: www.facebook.com/skillinactionBooks: https://www.michellecjohnson.com/all-books You can find Amy at: https://www.amyburtaine.com/Also stay tuned for Amy's upcoming Radical Cackle ProjectFor more info visit Sara's website at: https://www.multidimensionalnature.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/multidimensional.nature/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saraartemisia.ms/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/plantspiritherbalismYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@saraartemisiaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@multidimensional.naturePinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/multidimensionalnature/Learn how to communicate with plant consciousness in the free workshop on How to Learn Plant Language: https://www.learnplantlanguage.com/
Imelda Almqvist is an international teacher of Sacred Art and Seiðr/Old Norse Traditions (the ancestral wisdom teachings of Northern Europe). She has her own Forest School in Sweden, in a remote place where the Forest Meets the Sea and where wolves (sometimes) howl at night. Imelda appears in a TV program, titled Ice Age Shaman, made for the Smithsonian Museum, in the series Mystic Britain, talking about Mesolithic arctic deer shamanism. She has also presented her work on Sounds True and The Shift Network. Her five non-fiction books include:
Do honeybees hold the keys to healing our trauma, deepening our relationships, and restoring balance with the world around us? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Michelle Cassandra Johnson and Amy Burtaine on their new book The Wisdom of the Hive: What Honeybees Can Teach Us about Collective Wellbeing. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! https://www.kmet1490am.comMichelle Cassandra Johnson is an author, activist, spiritual teacher, racial equity consultant, and intuitive healer. She teaches workshops and leads retreats and transformative experiences nationwide. She is the author of Skill in Action and more. https://www.michellecjohnson.comAmy Burtaine is a leadership coach and racial equity trainer. Her trainings for meaningful social change include work with Google, the DNC, and the ACLU. With Robin DiAngelo, she is the coauthor of The Facilitator's Guide for White Affinity Groups. https://www.amyburtaine.comOrder on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dNTIpLR For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com
Dr. Melinda Edwards—psychiatrist, author, and founder of the nonprofit Living Darshan—returns to share her deeply personal and professional journey through autism, motherhood, and spiritual healing. In this intimate conversation, she explores the sacred sensitivity of autistic individuals, the evolution of human consciousness, and how our deepest wounds often become the doorway back to love.Dr. Edwards' book, Psyche and Spirit: How a Psychiatrist Found Divinity Through Her Lifelong Quest for Truth and Her Daughter's Autism, is available on Amazon and other platforms. Learn more or support her mission at:
In this episode of The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland Foundation Podcast, host Rachel Keener is joined by author, healer, and activist Michelle Cassandra Johnson for a thoughtful conversation inspired by her latest book, The Wisdom of the Hive. Drawing from her personal lineage and spiritual journey, Johnson reflects on what bees can teach us about healing, community, and interconnection.Rooted in the agricultural legacy of her grandparents and shaped by her own practices in yoga, meditation, and ritual, Johnson explores how bee behavior mirrors the kind of care, communication, and collective resilience we often long for in our own lives. She unpacks how tending to the self is inseparable from tending to the collective—and how the hive serves as a model for mutual support and embodied healing.If you're craving a deeper understanding of community care and the sacred connections that bind us, this episode offers a powerful lens—and plenty to carry forward.More about Michelle Cassandra Johnson:Michelle Cassandra Johnson is an author, activist, spiritual teacher, racial equity consultant and educator, and intuitive and shamanic healer. She approaches her life and work from a place of knowing we are, can, and must heal individually and collectively. Michelle facilitates workshops and immersions, leads retreats and transformative experiences nationwide, and offers an array of healing services for individuals and groups. For over 25 years as a racial equity educator, she has worked with large corporations, non-profits, and community groups. Michelle is a five-time published author, and in May 2025, her sixth book, The Wisdom of the Hive, published by Sounds True and co-written with her best friend, Amy Burtaine, was released.Michelle was a TEDx speaker at Wake Forest University in 2019 and has been interviewed on several podcasts in which she explores the premise and foundation of Skill in Action, along with embodied approaches to racial equity work, creating ritual in justice spaces, our divine connection with nature and Spirit, and how we as a culture can heal.Learn more: https://www.michellecjohnson.com–The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland Foundation podcast is an additional resource not only to the public but also to our therapy fund cohort members. The Loveland Foundation therapy fund and resources are only made possible through support from our community. At The Loveland Foundation, we are committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls. Our resources and initiatives are collaborative and they prioritize opportunity, access, validation, and healing. Since our founding, the Therapy Fund has provided financial support for therapy to over 13,000 Black women, girls, and non-binary individuals across the country.Links:Support the show: https://give.thelovelandfoundation.org/give/436656/#!/donation/checkoutFollow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skillinactionFollow The Loveland Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelovelandfoundation/Visit the website: https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Support the show
Tami Simon, founder of the spiritual wisdom publishing house Sounds True, goes through much of her life feeling like an alien. Often misunderstood, Tami yearns to discover where she fits in. In today's episode, she shares the story of how an otherworldly experience teaches her that she can tune into the frequency of finding belonging.Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A guide to connecting with your deepest ground―a rootedness that supports authentic psychological healing and embodied spirituality“This beautiful and deeply insightful work invites us to reconnect with our true ground―a place of inner stability and peace that lies beyond fear.” ―Tara Brach, author of Radical AcceptanceIn John J. Prendergast's decades of experience as a psychotherapist and spiritual teacher, the area of the body that's most difficult for people to connect with, given our survival fear and trauma, is our physical and energetic ground. This area in the lower belly and at the base of the spine corresponds with the root chakra in the Indian subtle body tradition, the lower dan tien in Taoism, and the hara in Japanese martial arts. While most spiritual traditions focus on opening the mind and the heart, they tend to avoid or undervalue the opening of the ground. Prendergast notes, “It remains largely unconscious and deeply defended.”This guide invites you to take a deep dive into your personal, archetypal, and universal ground, and to see through the false ground of your early conditioning and limited identity. Throughout Your Deepest Ground, Prendergast shares:• Profound yet accessible teachings to help you connect with your ground• Sensitive awareness to the trauma we're often holding in this part of our physical and energetic body• Sensing and inquiry practices to work with your own body and life• Authentic anecdotes and conversations drawn from his teaching that show the power of this work in actionBy consciously opening to our ground, we can experience a felt sense of inner safety and stability that supports the full flowering of inner peace, freedom, and loving awareness―a truly embodied spirituality. John Prendergast PhD is a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, a nondual teacher, author, retired psychotherapist. He is also a retired Adjunct Professor of Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies where he taught masters level counseling students for twenty-three years. He studied for many years with the European sage Dr. Jean Klein, as well as with Adyashanti, a well-known spiritual teacher. He was invited to share the dharma by Dorothy Hunt in 2011 and received dharma transmission (authorization to teach) from Adyashanti in 2023. John has been offering residential retreats with his wife, Christiane, since 2015, in both the U.S. and, more recently, in Europe. He also has extensive experience teaching online. For more about his books and other offerings, please visit his website https://www.listeningfromsilence.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
A guide to connecting with your deepest ground―a rootedness that supports authentic psychological healing and embodied spirituality“This beautiful and deeply insightful work invites us to reconnect with our true ground―a place of inner stability and peace that lies beyond fear.” ―Tara Brach, author of Radical AcceptanceIn John J. Prendergast's decades of experience as a psychotherapist and spiritual teacher, the area of the body that's most difficult for people to connect with, given our survival fear and trauma, is our physical and energetic ground. This area in the lower belly and at the base of the spine corresponds with the root chakra in the Indian subtle body tradition, the lower dan tien in Taoism, and the hara in Japanese martial arts. While most spiritual traditions focus on opening the mind and the heart, they tend to avoid or undervalue the opening of the ground. Prendergast notes, “It remains largely unconscious and deeply defended.”This guide invites you to take a deep dive into your personal, archetypal, and universal ground, and to see through the false ground of your early conditioning and limited identity. Throughout Your Deepest Ground, Prendergast shares:• Profound yet accessible teachings to help you connect with your ground• Sensitive awareness to the trauma we're often holding in this part of our physical and energetic body• Sensing and inquiry practices to work with your own body and life• Authentic anecdotes and conversations drawn from his teaching that show the power of this work in actionBy consciously opening to our ground, we can experience a felt sense of inner safety and stability that supports the full flowering of inner peace, freedom, and loving awareness―a truly embodied spirituality. John Prendergast PhD is a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, a nondual teacher, author, retired psychotherapist. He is also a retired Adjunct Professor of Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies where he taught masters level counseling students for twenty-three years. He studied for many years with the European sage Dr. Jean Klein, as well as with Adyashanti, a well-known spiritual teacher. He was invited to share the dharma by Dorothy Hunt in 2011 and received dharma transmission (authorization to teach) from Adyashanti in 2023. John has been offering residential retreats with his wife, Christiane, since 2015, in both the U.S. and, more recently, in Europe. He also has extensive experience teaching online. For more about his books and other offerings, please visit his website https://www.listeningfromsilence.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/spiritual-practice-and-mindfulness
Joined by his son, Noah, Raghu invites Sharon Salzberg onto Mindrolling for an expansive conversation on embracing change, understanding the roots of our fear, and aging mindfully. Mindrolling is brought to you by Reunion. Reunion is offering $250 off any stay to the Love, Serve, Remember community. Simply use the code “BeHere250” when booking. Disconnect from the world so you can reconnect with yourself at Reunion. Hotel | www.reunionhotelandwellness.com Retreats | www.reunionexperience.orgIn this episode, Raghu, Sharon, and Noah explore:The illusion of invulnerability in youth and how our relationship to mortality evolves with ageThe dreamlike and fleeting nature of time and memoryThe societal messages that falsely promise permanence and controlSharon's concept of ‘misplaced faith' and the belief that clinging tightly can stop changeOffering compassion to ourselves when we notice resistance to impermanenceKeeping our sense of adventure and curiosity alive, even as it shifts with ageLetting go of rigid expectations and finding new paths to meaning and fulfillmentHolding space for the hard work of aging while recognizing what truly sustains usPost-stroke wisdom from Ram Dass and the important distinction between pain and sufferingGiving yourself a break: the value of not layering blame, shame, or permanence on top of already difficult life experiencesThe three jewels of Buddhism and how practice can help us navigate change and aging Asking ourselves what we can count on and what is still true as we grow older Maintaining the Sangha and social connection as one of our life forcesUnderstanding a bhikkhu, or monk, as someone who "fears wisely" or "sees danger"Being able to look at the roots of our fear Ram Dass' phrase ‘Walking Each Other Home” and what it means to SharonCheck out the book Still Here by Ram Dass to look deeper into changing, aging, and dyingAbout Sharon Salzberg:Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She is one of the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over 45 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is co-founder of The Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and the author of twelve books, including the New York Times bestseller, Real Happiness, now in its second edition, and her seminal work, Lovingkindness. Her podcast, The Metta Hour, has amassed five million downloads and features interviews with thought leaders from the mindfulness movement and beyond. Learn more about Sharon and her books at www.sharonsalzberg.com and check out Insight Meditation Society.Dive into Vipassana practice with Sharon Salzberg and Joseph Goldstein on Sounds True. “Most of us have a habit of adding on to that original pain. A sense of isolation, a sense of permanence, a sense of the future, a sense of blame. We pile on and consolidate and what was originally a painful experience becomes this mass of condensed suffering and it hurts so much more. That's why the impetus to let go of those add-ons really comes from a sense of compassion for ourselves. Give yourself a break, it already hurts.” – Sharon SalzbergSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How are you doing these days? Exhausted? Heartbroken? Outraged? All of the above? In this era of uncertainty and instability, you may feel like your only choice is to forge ahead and just get through the week. If so, this podcast with two beloved Sounds True authors was created just for YOU. Here, Tami Simon speaks with Seane Corn and Lama Rod Owens to hear their personal insights for navigating our rapidly-changing world from a place of deep connection to our most important values, to the people who give us strength, and to those with whom we may feel hopelessly divided. Take a deep listen as they share about: Grounding yourself and returning to inner stability; the ongoing integration that's needed in the post-Pandemic world; trauma, control, surrender, and liberation; honoring the natural cycles of life; dismantling systems of oppression and ushering in the selves we want to become; the power of raw truth; the skillful navigation of our grief, heartbreak, and outrage; becoming a New Saint; holding oneself accountable and continuing to do both your inner and outer work; reclaiming hope; reconnecting to your community of beloveds; the bodhisattva tradition; activism today; showing up instead of giving up; self-elevation and self-validation; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
In this episode of the Conscious Fertility Podcast, Lorne Brown speaks with Dr. Jeffrey Rutstein, a clinical psychologist with over 40 years of experience, about trauma and its deep connection to the nervous system. They explore how trauma impacts our mental, emotional, and physical health, with a focus on the importance of nervous system regulation for healing and fertility. Dr. Rutstein shares practical tools and techniques, like breathwork and self-regulation methods, to help individuals manage dysregulated nervous systems and cultivate a sense of peace and resilience in their daily lives. They also discuss generational trauma, the body's capacity for healing, and how small shifts in awareness can have a profound impact on one's well-being and fertility journey.Key takeaways:Trauma impacts the nervous system: Even low-level traumas can disrupt emotional and physical health.Nervous system dysregulation: Chronic stress affects immune function, emotions, and overall well-being.Self-regulation techniques: Practices like deep breathing and self-hugs can help restore balance.Co-regulation: Connection with others or pets can aid emotional healing.Generational trauma: Trauma can be passed down through generations, impacting future health.Dr. Jeffrey Rutstein's Bio:Jeffrey Rutstein, Psy.D., CHT, is a clinical psychologist, an expert in the treatment of trauma, a certified Hakomi Mindfulness-Centered Somatic psychotherapist, and a meditation teacher who has been in private practice for over 40 years. He has practiced meditation for over 56 years, profoundly impacting every aspect of his work. Additionally, Dr Rutstein is the creator, host, and lead teacher of Sounds True's Healing Trauma Program. He has devoted his professional life to helping people reduce their suffering and struggle while empowering them to claim their strengths, talents, and unique abilities to live a more fulfilling and rich life. Where To Find Dr. Jeffrey Rutstein: Website: https://www.drjeffreyrutstein.com/Healing Trauma Program by Sounds True: https://www.soundstrue.com/collections/authors-jeffrey-rutsteinHow to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC)Acubalance.ca book virtual or in person conscious work sessions with Dr. Lorne Brown Lornebrown.comConscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown:https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/Download a free copy of the Acubalance Fertility Diet & Recipes and a copy of the ebook 5 Ways to Maximize Your Chances of Getting Pregnant from Acubalance.caConnect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram:@acubalancewellnesscentre
Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're talking about how to clear the noise, trust your inner compass, and walk fully in alignment with who you were created to be.Cindy is the Founder of r4Women and a Consulting Partner at Transnational Business Solutions. With over two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, healthcare strategy, and women's empowerment, she brings both depth and compassion to every space she holds.In addition to her lived experience as a survivor and changemaker, Cindy is trained in Conscious Leadership through the Inner MBA program—a collaboration between Mindful NYU, Sounds True, LinkedIn, and Wisdom 2.0. She also studied under transformational teacher Claire Zammit to lead Woman-Centered groups focused on activating women's creative potential and leadership from the inside out.Her upcoming course and free workshop, The Art of Radical Self-Expression – Waking Up to Yourself, are designed especially for high-achieving women who are ready to stop silencing their truth and start living in full alignment with their power, purpose, and voice.Connect with Cindy Here: https://www.facebook.com/cindy.borassi/https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-borassi/https://www.facebook.com/p/r4WomenGrab the freebie here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/585730934263576===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/
Today, I'm joined by someone whose work has transformed thousands of lives across the globe—Veronica Valli. Veronica is a psychotherapist, sobriety coach and the host of the brilliant Soberful podcast. She's also the author of several groundbreaking books on sobriety and emotional recovery. Veronica is changing the narrative on sobriety. Continuously sober since May 2nd, 2000, and with over 22 years of experience as a recovery coach and psychotherapist, she understands that there is no ONE path to recovery. We talk about moderation, emotional sobriety, FOMO and regulating ourselves, among other things! Listen and absorb the wisdom Veronica has accumulated over the past 25 years.Author of the award winning book ‘Soberful: Uncover a Sustainable, fulfilling life free of alcohol' published by Sounds True, and co-host of the Soberful Podcast, Veronica has helped thousands of women not only recover from alcohol but also transform their lives. Veronica understands that getting sober is 10% not drinking and 90% emotional sobriety. She helps her clients to not just stop drinking but to build amazing sober lives they love. Veronica works with women and men all over the world through her successful and innovative online recovery programs. Now based in the US after relocating from the UK, she is married and lives in Alabama, with her husband and two sons
Few luminaries in modern times have opened the doors to the spiritual dimensions of who we are, why we are here, and how we heal and evolve more profoundly than Caroline Myss. In this podcast, Tami Simon speaks with the longtime Sounds True author and renowned medical intuitive about her new online program, The Way of Guardians and Grace, where Caroline shares for the first time an intimate account of her relationship with unseen allies and the energetic realms they opened to her. Listen now as the inimitable Caroline Myss tells us how these turning-point events in her life can inform your own greater path and calling. She and Tami discuss and illuminate: accessing our latent mystical intelligence; forging a partnership with the Divine; how your biography becomes your biology; life—a sacred spiritual adventure; wisdom, faith, love, and light; shifting from the love of power to the power of love; humanity's collective shadow at this time; cultivating a high-voltage moral conscience; making grace-filled choices; what to pray for (and what not to); turning on your light in service of the world—and keeping it on; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
In this enlightening podcast episode, Guy welcomed back Lawrence Edwards, a profound spiritual teacher and mental health practitioner. They delved into the nature of spiritual awakening, the soul's evolution, and the hero's journey. Lawrence discussed the integration of the finite and the infinite within us and how awakening consciousness serves the highest divine purpose. The conversation explored the significance of dharma, the role of discipline in spiritual practice, and the transformative power of selfless service and love. The episode also touched on the mystical experiences across various traditions and the universal pursuit of knowing the infinite. Lawrence emphasized the importance of courage and dedication in navigating the spiritual path, the necessity of teachers, and the ultimate goal of helping all beings achieve freedom from suffering. About Lawrence: Lawrence Edwards is a neurotherapist, psychotherapist, and an expert in Kundalini Awakening, our innate power of Consciousness that creates the highest order of transformation and revelation. This power is the foundation of all yogic, mantra and meditation practices. Lawrence is regarded by many as a modern mystic known for his love of the Divine. He is unusual in this field because he has a deep grounding in both Eastern and Western traditions, and applies them both to his work with Kundalini. His personal, direct, life-long experience of the extraordinary power and grace of Kundalini are reflected in his writings, teaching and poetry. His experiences began early in life and he says Kundalini's grace continues to be the essence of his life. Lawrence is the president of The Kundalini Research Network, as well as the founder of a Kundalini support website, KundaliniSupport.org. He is the founder and director of the Anam Cara Foundation and a contributing author to the Sounds True anthology Kundalini Rising: Exploring the Energy of Awakening. Lawrence has practiced and taught meditation for over 46 years and has been on the faculty of New York Medical College since 1998. He is the author of the critically acclaimed book on Kundalini, The Soul's Journey: Guidance From The Divine Within and Kali's Bazaar. He leads retreats on the Mysteries of the Divine Feminine and Awakening Kundalini. Key Points Discussed: (00:00) - The WORLD is SHIFTING FAST — but this is what we must do next (00:45) - Host's Introduction and Announcements (02:03) - Lawrence Edwards on Spiritual Journeys (03:15) - The Call to Serve and Share Wisdom (05:06) - Experiences of Divine Communication (08:48) - The Hero's Journey and Awakening (16:04) - Challenges of Material Success and Collective Awakening (22:53) - Living Dharma and Integrating Spirituality (25:41) - Exploring Dharma in Daily Life (26:12) - The Role of Ego in Spiritual Practice (28:29) - Mystics and the Divine Vision (29:42) - The Friction of Spiritual Growth (32:23) - The Evolution of Consciousness (37:50) - The Bodhisattva Vow and Reincarnation (44:36) - Practical Spirituality and Daily Practice (49:39) - Final Thoughts and Resources How to Contact Lawrence Edwards:www.thesoulsjourney.com anamcara-ny.org About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co''
He's the son of Timothy Leary and one of today's leading voices in the psychedelic renaissance of the 21st century. But Zach Leary's journey hardly unfolded in the way you might expect. In this deeply informative and myth-busting podcast, Tami Simon speaks with Zach about his new book with Sounds True, Your Extraordinary Mind. With a "friend to friend" approach to discussing the amazing potential for the safe use of psychedelics, Tami and Zach converse about: carrying forward the legacy of the front-runners of psychedelic exploration, including icons like Terence McKenna, Humphry Osmond, Dr. John C. Lilly, and of course, Zach's father Timothy and Richard Alpert (Ram Dass); acknowledging the mistakes of the past and dispelling the myths and misconceptions about psychedelics; bringing legitimacy to the use of psychedelics for healing and insight; a review of the major compounds and their sources (natural and manmade), such as MDMA, psilocybin mushrooms, ayahuasca, LSD, and ketamine; the importance of the 3 S's: set, setting, and sustainability; turning insights into action; challenging experiences (instead of "bad trips"); Carl Jung and shadow work; using psychedelics to overcome our fear of death; Zach's personal battle with addiction and how psychedelics supported his recovery; the nature of consciousness; psychedelics as humanity's evolutionary partner; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
I loved this conversation with this week's guest – it went deep into topics like what happens to lost souls and ghosts (your jaw will be on the floor) and to help them transition to the other side and natural trance shamanism (yes please!). I sat down on The You-est You® Podcast with Julie Kramer, a grounded light worker with years of experience — as a gifted shamanic healer, teacher of teachers, and someone who has spent over two decades guiding people into relationship with the unseen world of helping spirits. Julie believes (and I do too!) that we all have access to these compassionate beings — whether we call them spirit guides, ancestors, or allies in the invisible realms. And even more incredible? We can learn to partner with them in deeply transformative ways. This episode felt like a reunion with truth — the kind that brings goosebumps, peace, and the kindest yes from your soul. And if this episode speaks to your heart, I highly recommend checking out Julie's introductory trainings at www.juliemkramer.com. Use code YOU100 for $100 off! About Julie Kramer: Julie is a shamanic healer, teacher, and teacher of teachers who specializes in training people to become professional spiritual healers. During the last 22 years, she's taught more than 70 standalone workshops, along with three cohorts of her signature three-year professional spiritual healer training program. She calls the path of practice and training that she offers “The Ennobling of the Heart” because of how luminous our hearts become when we form alliances with helping spirits. Julie is an expert at teaching people how to partner with compassionate helping spirits by way of natural trance states. She holds the conviction that everyone has benevolent spirit guides and anyone can learn how to contact them directly by expanding their awareness using drumming, singing, whistling, rattling, and dancing. The entryway for “The Ennobling of the Heart” is Julie's three-day introductory workshop, “Partnering with Compassionate Spirits.” This workshop is designed for beginners who wish to contact the spirit guides who are dedicated to their individual wellbeing, evolution, and purpose. Please visit www.juliemkramer.com to learn more about Julie's approach as well as her upcoming offerings. Use the code YOU100 for $100 off any introductory workshop with Julie. If you're thinking about attending Julie's upcoming retreat in Bloom in June, use YOU300 for $300 off (just be sure to use the pay in full option to receive the full discount). Julie lives with her wife, Tami Simon, the Founder of Sounds True, and their two Spoodles in British Columbia, Canada. About Your Host, Julie Reisler Join Julie Reisler weekly, podcast host, intuitive coach, author, and multi-time TEDx speaker, each week to learn how to access your spiritual gifts and inner guidance to be your You-est You® and achieve greater inner peace, spiritual connection, happiness, and abundance. Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational stories and wisdom from spiritual luminaries, experts, conscious leaders, psychic mediums, and extraordinary human beings that will help to transform your life. Be sure to subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/juliereisler and ring the notification bell so that you never miss a powerful episode! Here's to your truest, You-est You! Love, Julie You-est You® Resources for YOU! See below for free tools, resources, programs, and goodies to help you become your YOU-EST YOU! 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Diáne Mandle is an internationally known author, recording artist with Sounds True, Tibetan bowl practitioner, and educator and the only state certified practitioner/instructor in California. Diáne has given over 250 educational concert programs in 32 states as well as in India, Costa Rica, Mexico and France. . She has been a frequent guest presenter at the Museum of Making Music, California State University San Marcos, The Golden Door, The Deepak Chopra Center, Rancho la Puerta and NPR radio and television station, KPBS. She is a featured expert in the video series: Tao—Living in Balance along with healers such as Dr. Wayne Dyer and John Gray.Diáne owns and operates the Tibetan Bowl Sound Healing School which operates in the US and in France. She was part of the integrative therapy team at the San Diego Cancer Center and developed a successful sound healing program for incarcerated veterans with PTSD.Contact Diane Mandle: www.soundenergyhealing.comwww.tibetanbowlschool.comFacebook- https://www.facebook.com/dianemandle/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@soundenergyhealing/videosInstagram - soundenergyBooks: https://www.soundenergyhealing.com/pages/the-light-behind-the-bars.htmlhttps://www.soundenergyhealing.com/pages/gift-in-the-wound.htmlhttps://www.soundenergyhealing.com/pages/ancient-sounds-for-a-new-age.html MP3's and Concert Videos- https://www.soundenergyhealing.com/pages/store-cd.htmlInstructional Media- https://www.soundenergyhealing.com/pages/store-instructional-media.htmlDr. Kimberley Linert Speaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral Optometrist Event Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/ To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com 702.256.9199 Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator Podcast Available on... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platforms Author of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life" Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3srh6tZ Website: https://www.DrKimberleyLinert.com The Great Discovery international elearning platform: https://TheGreatDiscovery.com/kimberley l
How can being grief-informed empower you to feel less confused and alone in your healing journey? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, on her new #book Can Anyone Tell Me?: Essential Questions about Grief and Loss.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she is the founder of the Grief Mentor MethodTM and speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is also the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. www.meghanriordanjarvis.com For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com
Note: One of the quotes I share in this episode contains a swear word (a gentle one, all things considered), but please beware in case you're sensitive or in case you're listening around little ears!About a month ago, I was scrolling through Instagram and came across a quote that read,"Unconditional love does not mean unconditional tolerance."It got me to thinking... Unconditional love is something that's spoken about a lot, especially in spiritual circles. But the loose and flowing nature of its definition has made it susceptible to misinterpretation.It's imperative that we recognize and honor this distinction between unconditional love and unconditional tolerance—the former fosters unity consciousness whereas the latter can lead us to linger in toxic or even dangerous situations. In this episode, we explore unconditional love, unconditional tolerance, and the vast but often overlooked differences that separate these two distinct energies.SourcesLaPorte, D. (2022). *How to Be Loving. Sounds True.Ruiz, D. M. (1999). *The Mastery of Love: A practical guide to the art of relationship. Amber-Allen Publishing, Inc.Article: Unconditional Love ≠ Unconditional ToleranceContinued Reading + ResourcesEpisode: Mind-Based Love vs. Heart-Based Love*This is an affiliate link. Purchasing through affiliate links supports The Soul Horizon at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not substitute individual psychological advice.
Has a new frontier in healing been uncovered? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Shamini Jain, PhD, on her upcoming documentary The Energy That Heals, award-winning book Healing Ourselves: Biofield Science and the Future of Health, and her new album Kaliyuga Blues. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Dr. Shamini Jain is Founder and CEO of the 501c3 social-profit Consciousness and Healing Initiative (CHI), an international collaborative of scientists, healing practitioners, educators and artists who lead humanity to heal ourselves. Dr. Jain is a clinical psychologist, and an award-winning researcher and author in psychoneuroimmunology, integrative health and biofield science. She also serves as an adjunct professor at UC San Diego's Department of Family Medicine, where she supports research education within UCSD's Centers for Integrative Health. Dr. Jain is a sought-after speaker and teacher with ample media experience related to biofield healing research and education, including national television placements, two TEDx talks, and regular talks at universities as well as leading health conferences and retreat centers. Her two-time award winning book, Healing Ourselves: Biofield Science and the Future of Health is available from booksellers world-wide.FREE GIFT! https://www.shaminijain.com/freegift The Energy That Heals Documentary: https://www.theenergythatheals.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com
Have you ever felt like life is giving you exactly what you put into it—good or bad? What if karma was a powerful tool you can use to bring more peace and positivity into your life? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Venerable Lama Lhanang Rinpoche & Mordy Levine on their new book The Beginner's Guide to Karma: How to Live with Less Negativity and More Peace. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET 1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate! Lama Lhanang Rinpoche was born in the Amdo region of historic Tibet and received a traditional monastic education and later studied under several respected Tibetan lamas. Today, he teaches Vajrayana Buddhism at the Jigme Lingpa Center in San Diego, California. http://www.BuddhistSanDiego.comMordy Levine is an entrepreneur, meditation teacher, and the president of the Jigme Lingpa Center. He also created the Meditation Pro Series, a meditation program designed to alleviate chronic health issues. http://www.MordyLevine.com For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com
By what lights do you live your journey? What fires your imagination? What stirs your curiosity? What asks of you something that is so deep within you that perhaps it hurts, but you can't let go of it because it won't let go of you? These are some of the "large questions" explored by Tami Simon and her guest, Jungian teacher and author James Hollis. Hollis is one of those authors who's beloved by everyone who works at Sounds True—especially those of us who've entered the second half of life—and in this podcast, you'll discover why. Listen now as Tami and Jim discuss his new book, Living with Borrowed Dust, sharing thought-provoking insights about: the evanescence of our human journey; making your life luminous; asking large questions, and how we lose contact with the inquiries that serve our individuation; fate versus destiny; the independence of the psyche; the ego's need for control; dreams as "health correctives" and an avenue to the numinous; showing up for your "appointment" in life; trusting the wisdom of nature; how psychoanalysis helps us rewrite the self-limiting narratives that hold us back; the worst damage of trauma: identifying who we are with what happened to us; why we can't solve certain problems, but we can outgrow them; courage and perseverance; paying close attention to your inner life; living in a culture of distraction; dialoguing with your soul; the paradox of passion; facing the abyss; taking advantage of the precious moments; learning to live with ambiguity; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
Each of us has a sense of ourselves as a separate and distinct individual, or what's commonly called the personality or the ego. Yet beneath the surface of who we take ourselves to be shines a radiant and holy true Self, or who we are at the soul level. In this podcast, Sounds True's founder, Tami Simon, speaks with celebrated spiritual teacher and author Zulma Reyo about the continual work of releasing the limitations of the egoic self to uncover and express the light and love of our deepest nature. Drawing on insights from the books Inner Alchemy and Emergence of Consciousness, Zulma and Tami explore: the gift of etheric sight; the relationship between the personality and the soul; ego death; objective self-observation; the lifelong process of clearing out stuck emotional energies; the three energy bodies of the personality; turning your attention from the personality to your deeper, inner self; finding community support; seeing the purity within others; working on yourself as an act of service to the world; humility and self-honesty; the practice of letter writing; giving yourself the love and acceptance you didn't receive as a child; a guided experience of Zulma's alchemical alignment practice; connecting to the radiant sun within yourself; forgiving the unforgivable; the emergence of a new group consciousness; examining your attachments; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
Jungian psychoanalyst and author James Hollis, Ph.D. returns to us from Washington, D.C. to discuss his new book, Living with Borrowed Dust: Reflections on Life, Love, & Other Grievances, dropping March 4th from Sounds True.
Are you looking to dive deeper into your mindfulness practice? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Andrew Holecek on his new book I'm Mindful, Now What?: Moving Beyond Mindfulness to Meet the Modern World. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM ABC Talk News Radio affiliate!Andrew Holecek is a renowned author and humanitarian who teaches internationally on spirituality, meditation, lucid dreaming, and the art of dying. He has studied sleep yoga, bardo yoga, and other traditional practices with living masters in India and Nepal. His work has appeared in Psychology Today, Parabola, Lion's Roar, Tricycle, Utne Reader, Buddhadharma, Light of Consciousness, and many other periodicals. He hosts the popular Edge of Mind podcast and is the founder of the Night Club community, a support platform for nocturnal meditations. https://www.andrewholecek.com For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com
Send us a textI am so grateful for the growing audience of people listening to Anything Flows. I hope that what I bring you is informative, intersteing and inspriring. In this episode I share some updates about my career, education and personal goals for 2025. I also share how I set myself up for success to achieve my goals. I recently discovered a great podcast episode on The Huberman Lab with Dr. Ellen Langer who talks about the power of choice and our minds. This has also helped me take control over my goals and make changes. In my Masters program for Integral Health and Yoga Therapy, I have been studying subtle energy bodies and the paradigms of health and diseases throughout the world. The spirit is a foundational piece to our interconnectedness, which includes our physical, emotional and mental health. In this episode, I share how our subtle bodies and their unique inner senses can help us interpret our reality and the changes we need to make to release suffering and align with our highest self. Share with me your thoughts on social media! Message me at @CoachAdrienne_If you're intersted in the books I'm currently reading and studying, here are my references:Dale, C. (2009). The subtle body: An encyclopedia of your energetic anatomy. Sounds True.Langer, E. (2023). The mindful body: Thinking our way to chronic health. Ballantine Books. Leland, K. (2010). The multidimensional human: Practices for psychic development and astral projection. Spiritual Orienteering Press.McLaren, K. (1998). Your aura & your chakras. Weiser Books.Moffitt, P. (2017). Awakening through the nine bodies: Exploring levels of consciousness in meditation. North Atlantic Books.Namaste, friends!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachadrienne_/ Apply for 1:1 health coaching program with Adrienne!https://k8ultbsgewq.typeform.com/to/ULdWbVe7 -Coach Adrienne
In episode 119 of Grow Yourself Up Cath was joined by Lisa Marchiano.Lisa is an award-winning author, podcast host, and certified Jungian analyst. She is the author of three books published by Sounds True, Motherhood: Facing and Finding Yourself, The Vital Spark: Reclaim Your Outlaw Energies and Find Your Feminine Fire and Dream Wise: Unlocking the Meaning of Your Dreams. She is the cocreator and cohost of the popular depth psychology podcast This Jungian Life, and has a private practice in Philadelphia. Cath and Lisa talked about Lisa's motherhood journey, how she has grown herself up, the need for women to grow up and let go of innocence, self abandonment and pleasing others. This maturation process and claiming all parts of our feminine energy (not just that which is kind or sweet) is essential to be able to protect ourselves and our kids and live a full adult life. You can connect with Lisa below:Instagram: @lisamarchianoOther web links: LisaMarchiano.comspinningstraw.comthisjungianlife.comIf you're enjoying this podcast. Please leave a review and rate the podcast, this really helps others to find it.To sign up for the journal prompts and Nurture.Heal.Grow (on Substack) please head to www.cathcounihan.com or @cathcounihan on Instagram. Follow Cath on social media here:Instagram: @cathcounihanSubstack: Nurture.Heal.GrowFacebook: Cath Counihan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Lawrence shares his transformative journey from a life-threatening diagnosis of lymphosarcoma to a profound spiritual awakening guided by a master he had recently met. He recounts his extraordinary healing experience at a major university hospital in New York City and the subsequent life changes that led him to study Eastern traditions and become a monk. Lawrence delves into concepts of Kundalini, yoga, and the infinite consciousness, explaining how these practices inform our spiritual evolution across lifetimes. The conversation explores how experiences of divine presence can transform our ordinary existence, urging us to embrace our true nature and serve the world with compassion and wisdom. Lawrence encourages listeners to embark on their spiritual journey and provides resources for further exploration. About Lawrence: Lawrence Edwards is a neurotherapist, psychotherapist, and an expert in Kundalini Awakening, our innate power of Consciousness that creates the highest order of transformation and revelation. This power is the foundation of all yogic, mantra and meditation practices. Lawrence is regarded by many as a modern mystic known for his love of the Divine. He is unusual in this field because he has a deep grounding in both Eastern and Western traditions, and applies them both to his work with Kundalini. His personal, direct, life-long experience of the extraordinary power and grace of Kundalini are reflected in his writings, teaching and poetry. His experiences began early in life and he says Kundalini's grace continues to be the essence of his life. Lawrence is the president of The Kundalini Research Network, as well as the founder of a Kundalini support website, KundaliniSupport.org. He is the founder and director of the Anam Cara Foundation and a contributing author to the Sounds True anthology Kundalini Rising: Exploring the Energy of Awakening. Lawrence has practiced and taught meditation for over 46 years and has been on the faculty of New York Medical College since 1998. He is the author of the critically acclaimed book on Kundalini, The Soul's Journey: Guidance From The Divine Within and Kali's Bazaar. He leads retreats on the Mysteries of the Divine Feminine and Awakening Kundalini. Key Points Discussed: (00:00) - Unlock The IMMENSE POWER Within You: WHY More People Are Waking Up to This Truth (00:55) - Republishing the Episode (01:38) - Introduction to Lawrence (02:08) - Lawrence's Journey to Transformation (03:16) - Transcendent Experiences and Healing (09:52) - The Lady of Light (12:00) - Early Spiritual Experiences (15:05) - Understanding Kundalini and Consciousness (27:04) - The Reality of Kundalini (27:29) - The Power of Transformation (27:42) - Classical Forms of Yoga (28:19) - Spontaneous Yoga Practices (28:59) - Navigating Kundalini Awakening (30:57) - The Role of Fear and Anger (31:42) - The Importance of a Teacher (33:22) - Spontaneous Awakenings (34:23) - The Longing to Know (34:56) - Discrimination in Spiritual Practice (38:33) - The Ego Mind and Kundalini (41:38) - Transformative Experiences (45:19) - The Dark Age and Dharma (48:48) - Mantra and Sacred Sound (52:57) - Living in the Divine's Embrace How to Contact Lawrence Edwards: Twitter – twitter.com/MeditationDoc Website – www.thesoulsjourney.com About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co''
Ep. 165 (Part 2 of 2) | Tami Simon, founder of the highly regarded multimedia publishing company Sounds True, covers a lot of inspiring ground in this heartening, lively, candid conversation. She tells the extraordinary story of how she came to devote herself to disseminating spiritual wisdom; about finding the edges and growing into them on her own path of awakening; the spiritual teachers she has encountered whose teachings have affected her the most; the wholeness of spiritual vision and psychological health; and discovering that, like all of us, spiritual leaders can be both luminous and in need of healing at the same time. Tami is an ardent torchbearer for the conscious business movement, explaining that business can be the way we give our gifts—that the endeavors of an inspired entrepreneur can be expressions of love and provide an incredible way of connecting with other people.What is so striking throughout is the depth of Tami's clarity about what matters in life and her unwavering commitment to acting with integrity. Tami has a remarkable ability to translate her spiritual insights and principles into action—as co-host Roger Walsh points out, she is a beautiful example of a karma yogic life, where being of service is the fuel, the inspiration, and the content of her life, as she continuously works towards furthering both her own spiritual awakening and the awakening of all. Tami offers a lovely, poetic rendering of the effects of living a true and meaningful life: “The litmus test is always somebody's wake, the ripples of their life, how they've impacted others . . . the beauty, love, and justice that live in the wake of a person.” A genuinely engaging, illuminating, memorable conversation. Recorded October 17, 2024.“What I feel I owe people is the truth.”(For Apple Podcast users, click here to view the complete show notes on the episode page.)Topics & Time Stamps – Part 2What are some of the people and ideas that really stand out to Tami? (01:14)Every podcast guest has given a gift (02:01)Learning somatic practices from Reggie Ray (03:30)Meeting Adyashanti, the ‘goodest' human Tami ever met (04:31)A. H. Almaas' Diamond Approach: the possibilities for expanding knowledge in the spiritual universe (06:10)Coming into the notion of original voice with Clarissa Pinkola Estes; Caroline Myss' illumination of shadow work (06:45)Discovering that spiritual teachers can be luminous and also have parts that are harmful and need healing (09:52)How spiritual vision & psychological health seamlessly come together in the Diamond Approach (13:38)Psychotherapist Bruce Tift's idea that we alternate between spiritual vision and the developmental work of psychology (16:00)The litmus test is what lives in the wake of a person (17:13)Tami's practice: asking what is needed now, moment by moment (19:26)Paying attention to what is being said to us by others and our environment (23:58)The Integral movement: we benefit from having it in our consciousness (25:43)The Internal Family Systems (IFS) movement: the notion of being self-led in any given moment: compassionate, courageous, curious, calm (27:14)Conscious business: the movement for business to be a crucible for personal growth...
Do you wish you could spend less time on social media, or maybe even quit it altogether? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Amelia Knott on her new book The Art of Thriving Online: A Workbook: Creative Exercises to Help You Stay Grounded and Feel Joy in the World of Social Media. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Amelia Knott, RP, RCAT, is an art psychotherapist who specializes in the mental health impacts of hustle culture and social media. With over a decade of facilitation experience, she offers meaningful mental health care through one-on-one art therapy, group sessions, and workshops, and also hosts Anti-Hustle Art Studio, a resource for coworking sessions to help others carve out time to care for themselves with creativity. She lives in Slocan, BC. www.arttherapyinreallife.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com
Ep. 164 (Part 1 of 2) | Tami Simon, founder of the highly regarded multimedia publishing company Sounds True, covers a lot of inspiring ground in this heartening, lively, candid conversation. She tells the extraordinary story of how she came to devote herself to disseminating spiritual wisdom; about finding the edges and growing into them on her own path of awakening; the spiritual teachers she has encountered whose teachings have affected her the most; the wholeness of spiritual vision and psychological health; and discovering that, like all of us, spiritual leaders can be both luminous and in need of healing at the same time. Tami is an ardent torchbearer for the conscious business movement, explaining that business can be the way we give our gifts—that the endeavors of an inspired entrepreneur can be expressions of love and provide an incredible way of connecting with other people.What is so striking throughout is the depth of Tami's clarity about what matters in life and her unwavering commitment to acting with integrity. Tami has a remarkable ability to translate her spiritual insights and principles into action—as co-host Roger Walsh points out, she is a beautiful example of a karma yogic life, where being of service is the fuel, the inspiration, and the content of her life, as she continuously works towards furthering both her own spiritual awakening and the awakening of all. Tami offers a lovely, poetic rendering of the effects of living a true and meaningful life: “The litmus test is always somebody's wake, the ripples of their life, how they've impacted others . . . the beauty, love, and justice that live in the wake of a person.” A genuinely engaging, illuminating, memorable conversation. Recorded October 17, 2024.“If our spiritual vision doesn't translate into treating ourselves and other people, and the environment and the world well, and building a just society, I'm not interested in it.”Topics & Time Stamps – Part 1Introducing founder of the multimedia publishing company Sounds True, author, entrepreneur & popular podcast host, Tami Simon (00:53)What is the spirit or ideal animating Tami's venture? Broadcast awakening! (02:20)Tami was given 3 words right at the start: disseminate spiritual wisdom (03:47)The origin of Sounds True: synchronicities, altered state experience, and the concept of transformational economy (05:30)How Vipassana retreats changed Tami (10:10)Tami wanted to understand Ken Wilber's Integral Theory in her body, in her bones (12:24)Meditation felt like a homecoming, a sense of belonging as never before: this is how it feels to feel okay (15:03)Sounds True has been Tami's “ground of growth,” an incredible crucible—because it's so stressful (18:12)Heart opening experiences keep on going (20:20)Entrepreneurial endeavors as an expression of love (23:05)Service is inherent in the energy of the human heart (26:30)Integrity is critical: a grace field rooted in the central part of the body (30:29)Responding to the many problems of contemporary media and our media-ted lives (36:43)What is the most strategic and economic way I can serve? (41:20)Technological change and Tami's willingness to adapt (42:33)Resources & References – Part 1Tami Simon, founder of multimedia publishing...
Dr. Yuria Celidwen is at the forefront of a historic expansion in the field of contemplative science—or the study of inner practices like meditation, prayer, and mindfulness. Until recently, researchers have primarily focused on major religious traditions such as Buddhism or Christianity. Today, Dr. Celidwen is bringing the long-overdue perspective of Indigenous cultures into the discussion. In this podcast, Sounds True founder Tami Simon speaks with Dr. Celidwen about her new book, Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Well-Being. Tune in for this invigorating conversation exploring: Yuria's definition of flourishing as a gradual unfolding of aesthetic arrest; cultivating an embodied sense of your interconnection with all of creation; why Indigenous perspectives are vital for solving the climate crisis; honoring spirit, the animating principle of life; a deeper understanding of health; the direct experience of “moments of truth”; sunshine as a seed of awareness; the core right of self-determination; relating to Indigeneity respectfully; the possibility of collective flourishing; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
Our understanding of the human nervous system has grown exponentially in recent years, thanks to astounding discoveries from neuroscience, Polyvagal Theory, trauma research, Attachment Theory, and other emerging fields. No longer do we see the functioning of the nervous system as an unconscious process outside of our control. Today, we know that you can actually befriend and work with your nervous system to self-regulate in the face of emotionally triggering situations, release unresolved trauma from the “stuck places” inside, and reclaim a life of integration and wholeness. Sounds True's annual training, The Healing Trauma Program, was designed expressly for these purposes. In this podcast, Tami Simon speaks with psychotherapist and lead teacher of the program Dr. Jeffrey Rutstein. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on: the connection between unhealed trauma and nervous system dysregulation; raising self-awareness around your personal triggers and conditioned responses; shifting from defensiveness to feelings of safety and belonging; chronic dysregulation; accurately discerning when you're in danger; the vagus nerve, the ventral vagal response, and the “tend and befriend” zone where we can be fully present; the interplay of genetics and your upbringing in the formation of your “go-to nervous system states”; a nervous system approach to transforming self-blame and shame into self-compassion and worthiness; three pools of energy—hyperarousal, hypoarousal, and the Window of Tolerance; the empowering firsthand experience of changing your nervous system states; why there are no “bad” nervous system states; why being in a regulated state is so critical to healthy relationships; neuroception; simple, on-the-spot techniques (or “nervous system hacks”) you can use to self-regulate, from breathwork to gentle stretching and more; the shortcomings of talk therapy; co-regulation and the social engagement zone; the four key questions of the aspiring nervous system co-regulator; severe trauma and how “the state drives the story”; meditation practice, the true self, and the inner “hijacker”; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
Self-awareness is a game-changer in leadership, and Jennifer Leslie is proof of that. In this episode, Jennifer, a human resources executive, author, and meditation teacher, shares her inspiring journey and groundbreaking work in creating conscious leadership programs. Her message is simple but powerful: to lead others effectively, you must first understand and lead yourself. Jennifer's unique perspective on leadership, rooted in her early career in catering and event management, is truly enlightening. Managing teams of up to 250 individuals, she developed a fascination with understanding people's strengths and creating environments where everyone could thrive. Transitioning into HR, Jennifer combined her operational expertise with a deep passion for empowering individuals to excel. Check out Jennifer's video podcast here: Five years ago, Jennifer's leadership approach underwent a pivotal transformation when she enrolled in the Inner MBA program. This collaborative initiative by Sounds True, NYU, and Wisdom 2.0 emphasizes conscious business practices, encouraging leaders to prioritize self-care as a foundation for better leadership. Jennifer took this mindset back to her organization, where she developed a 12-workshop leadership program designed to foster listening, tough conversations, and feedback skills—cornerstones of effective leadership in today's fast-paced workplace. Jennifer's workshops play a crucial role in empowering leaders to navigate the pressures of modern work environments. She observes that leaders are often afraid to confront tough situations, but Jennifer's workshops equip them to face challenges with courage and authenticity. By teaching leaders to embrace discomfort, Jennifer ensures they can have honest, impactful conversations that drive growth and build trust. Jennifer's work is a testament to the power of collaboration. In addition to her workshops, Jennifer contributed to the book Leading with Self-Awareness, a collaborative effort by the Changing Work Collective. In her chapter, Jennifer shares a transformative moment that occurred while listening to a sermon from her father, an Episcopal priest. Inspired by the phrase “Be bold,” she reexamined her career and committed to stepping outside her comfort zone. Her chapter provides practical tools to help others do the same, making the book a powerful resource for anyone seeking personal and professional growth. Jennifer's story reminds us that leadership is not just about commanding teams but about creating connections, fostering inclusion, and empowering others to succeed. Her approach aligns with modern leadership principles emphasizing humility, transparency, and collaboration over command-and-control methods. For Jennifer, being bold means rethinking her leadership style and helping others reimagine theirs. She encourages leaders to ask themselves, “What are you giving up if you don't take a step forward today?” Her message resonates in a world where work and leadership are rapidly evolving. Jennifer's work demonstrates that conscious leadership is about more than just achieving business goals—it's about transforming workplaces into environments where individuals can truly thrive. Her innovative leadership programs and insights from Leading with Self-Awareness provide a roadmap for anyone ready to embrace change, take bold steps, and lead with intention. Key Takeaways: Self-awareness is the foundation of effective leadership. Listening and tough conversations are essential skills for creating inclusive and successful teams. Being bold means stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing change with courage. Leadership is about creating environments where everyone feels valued and can contribute their best. Reach out and contact us if you want to become a woman entrepreneur with a business that has both great profits and significance. Let's Talk! From Observation to Innovation, Andi Simon, PhD CEO | Corporate Anthropologist | Award-Winning Author Simonassociates.net Info@simonassociates.net @simonandi LinkedIn
Kelly Notaras is the founder of KN Literary Arts, an editorial book studio helping authors write, edit, publish and market their books. She started her career working in the editorial divisions at HarperCollins, Penguin, and Hyperion Books. She was later V.P., Associate Publisher at Sounds True, a multimedia spirituality publishing company in Boulder, Colorado. She has edited a wide variety of transformational nonfiction books including New York Times bestsellers Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield, The Tapping Solution by Nick Ortner and Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashauer. Along with Hay House CEO Reid Tracy, Kelly teaches the Hay House Writer's Community and Authorpreneur memberships. The author of The Book You Were Born to Write: Everything You Need to (Finally) Get Your Wisdom onto the Page and into the World, Kelly is grateful to live in the beautiful state of Colorado.
In this episode Rupert speaks with founder and CEO of Sounds True, Tami Simon, about how we may realise lasting happiness, whether we should value both being and becoming, and how to remain at peace amidst turmoil. They also discuss Rupert's idea of original ADD (awareness deficit disorder), absolute and relative levels of truth, and the Buddhist phrase ‘original face'.
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MagaMama with Kimberly Ann Johnson: Sex, Birth and Motherhood
In this episode, Kimberly and Pānquetzani discuss her new book Thriving Postpartum: Embracing the Indigenous Wisdom of La Cuarentena and the thirteen year process of navigating that creative act. Pānquetzani reflects on the ways her relationships with partners and her four children have impacted the journey of making a business and writing a book. Pānquetzani's writing is inextricably linked directly to the work she has done in and for her community around postpartum care, as well as the lessons she learned around mental health and partner agreements along the way. A deep meditation on personal healing and learning how to make and hold boundaries. The episode lovingly asks: how do you listen to your intuition, your womb, and your baby? Bio Pānquetzani comes from a matriarchal family of folk healers from the valley of Mexico (Tenochtitlan, Texcoco, and Tlaxcala), La Comarca Lagunera (Durango and Coahuila), and Zacatecas. As a traditional herbalist, healer, and birthkeeper, Pānquetzani has touched over 3,000 wombs and bellies. Through her platform, Indigemama: Ancestral Healing, she has taught over 100 live, in-person intensives and trainings on womb wellness. She lives in California. What you'll hear: The 13 year journey of writing a book Differences in how men and women are treated in public as new parents Liberation of separation and divorce The challenge of holding boundaries with mothers-in-law Creating a culture of community care in a colonial context How to navigate who you want in your cuarentena? How to work with narcissism and boundaries? Listen to your womb, listen to your intuition, ask your baby: what do you need? Pain and martyrdom's role in parenting Respect is connected to access in a relationship A birth story that led to parent/child healing How to be in communication with your womb Resources Website: https://indigemama.com/ IG: @indigemama Book: Thriving Postpartum at Sounds True
To help you kick off 2025 with the highest possible frequency, I'm co-leading a Creativity, Mindfulness & Manifestation workshop with my friend Albert Flynn DeSilver. Quick introduction -- Albert is an internationally published writer, speaker, master mindfulness meditation teacher, and Sounds True author of Writing as a Path to Awakening. In this powerful and practical workshop, you'll be able to: get crystal clear on your deepest intentions in every aspect of your life, and learn a step-by-step process to manifest those intentions learn how to EMBODY your desired outcomes and intentions, which allows them to show up in your life experience resonant techniques for creativity and insight achieve peace around goals and intention-setting (so it's never a stressful process again!) explore ways to amplify your writing or creative practice, transcend procrastination, and apply techniques for focus overcome blocks to getting your work out in the world connect in conscious, creative community! Additionally, I'll be bringing in the Akashic Records as a tool that can supercharge your manifestations and help you get in FULL alignment with your highest purpose. This workshop will powerfully support you in manifesting the most aligned, joyful, abundant 2025 for yourself... whether you're a writer, artist, healer, spiritual coach, or someone who's creating things and seeking to put them out into the world. Event details: Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1-4pm Eastern (replay available if you can't attend live) REGISTER HERE at the early bird rate thru Dec 1st, 2024. (Regular rate applies after Dec 1st.) Any questions? Just email me@josephinehardman.com Can't wait to gather with you and co-create something amazing, together! Inner Work 2024 All Rights Reserved.
In this interview from The Embodiment Conference 2020, Tami Simon will speak about staying grounded in the midst of stress & triggers at work. Find out more about Tami here: https://www.soundstrue.com/blogs/authors/tami-simon?srsltid=AfmBOoojXqGq3pdilxazXlUZaMppBA0hmWC8oCaVTsoAvnsfN76ftnHp -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tami Simon founded Sounds True in 1985 as a multimedia publishing house with a mission to disseminate spiritual wisdom. She has dedicated her life to transformational learning and accelerating spiritual awakening in the world. Tami hosts a popular weekly podcast called Insights at the Edge, where she interviews many of today's leading teachers and luminaries. She lives with her wife, Julie M. Kramer, and their two spoodles, Raspberry and Bula, in Boulder, Colorado. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get coached for free TODAY & in the next couple days at this event: https://embodimentunlimited.com/working-with-the-body/ Get a free copy of Mark's latest eBook for coaches (12 tools) at this link: https://embodimentunlimited.com/coachingpodcast Join Mark for in-person workshops – https://embodimentunlimited.com/events-calendar/?utm_source=TEP&utm_medium=Description&utm_campaign=Events Find Mark Walsh on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/warkmalsh/
Often when business isn't going well, we think that we can fix it with a new marketing strategy or growth tactic.We look to new courses, fancy platforms, or expensive mentors to “save” us … but in my experience, what we actually need in these times is to tend to our inner reserves in deeper and more nuanced ways.So today I'm joined by Pascale Coté of Dear Creative Mind to teach us how to cultivate creative resilience in our artistic, marketing and business practices.If you've ever had an unexpected pivot, a disappointing launch, or a period of deep burnout in your business, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn about:What creative resilience isHow to expand your window of tolerance in businessCommon creative blocks to work with — like perfectionism, procrastination, self-sabotage & moreHow social media causes creative blocksWays to redefine success & measure it differentlyNavigating positive & negative feedbackThe importance of pacing ourselves & our expectationsAdditional resources from Pascale ♡
Meghan is joined by her friend, Marianne Paventy, to discuss her recently released book of poems, "Walk in Wisdom's Paths." Topics include: - Preparing hearts for the ongoing restoration- Letting people be where they are- God's motivation- Using meditation to receive personal revelation- The true nature of God the Mother and God the FatherMarianne Paventy is a lifelong seeker of truth. She has written poetry since she was a child, but this is the first time she has shared it with a wide audience. She attended Brigham Young University after high school, where she studied fitness and wellness. She is now continuing her education through BYU, studying psychology. She is also in the process of certification with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach in their Mindfulness Meditation Teacher training program through Sounds True, the Awareness Training Institute, and the University of California at Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. She enjoys the beautiful mountains and skies of Idaho, where she and her husband, Tim, are the parents of four children. Have Feedback? Send the LDD team a text! "Consider Yourself As Eve: A Guide to Spiritual Development for Women (and the Men Who Love Them" will be available for pre-order in October 2024! Sign up to receive updates on the book release and future events.
Sharing your life with another person is often as challenging as it is rewarding. And while many therapists say they'd choose any specialty over working with couples, Dené Logan says, “I'll take them all!” In her private practice, Dené supports clients in rebalancing the feminine and masculine energetics of intimacy as the key to a thriving partnership. Here, she speaks with Tami Simon about her new book with Sounds True, Sovereign Love, and the evolution of a new paradigm for relationship success, discussing: how intimate relationships can support us in the process of individuation; the impacts of centuries of patriarchy; reintegrating feminine wisdom; the “ownership template” and the sense of entitlement inherent in patriarchal relationship structures; the erroneous belief that we need someone outside of ourselves to be whole; eros and the restoration of vitality; why monogamy and the traditional nuclear family do not work for everyone; the wounded masculine paradigm; shifting energy dynamics with the “diagonal move”; relationships as divine assignments; re-parenting ourselves (not our partners); bringing “I've got you” energy into your partnership; the hunger to explore the “soul space”; Dené's definition of sovereign love; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.
Stefanie Iris Weiss is illuminating the mysterious ways that our bodies, the natural world, and the cosmos intersect and comingle. With her book Sex and Your Stars: A Sexologist's Guide to the Erotic Energy of the Zodiac, she brings readers an approach "to truly know ourselves, to shed our shame, and to explore our erotic energy with others." In this podcast, Sounds True founder Tami Simon speaks with Stefanie about the inspiration and intention for the book, and her unique perspective on the astrology renaissance of the last 20 years. Tami and Stefanie discuss the Saturn return; the prerequisites for becoming a professional astrologer; what the charts tell us about the chaos of our times; the American Pluto return; embodiment in a tech-obsessed world; sex as a liberating force; Erotic Energy Mapping; natal charts and transits; empowerment through the Black Moon Lilith; the benefits of working with your sun sign; coming back to our sensuality; pleasure activism; tikkun olam: healing and repairing the world; and more.
In this inspiring episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light Watkins sits down with Tami Simon, founder of Sounds True Publishing, to explore the incredible journey that led her to discover her true calling. Tami shares the pivotal moments in her life, starting with a trip to India that took an unexpected turn and set her on a path she never could have imagined.Tami recounts how getting sick in India forced her to return home, but also ignited a deep desire to drop out of college and dedicate her life to spirituality. Through a series of unexpected twists and turns, including waiting tables at a Chinese restaurant and volunteering at a local radio station, Tami's journey is a testament to the power of following one's inner calling, no matter how unconventional it may seem.Listeners will be captivated by Tami's stories of perseverance and faith, including how a chance encounter with a crystal enthusiast led her to start Sounds True, a publishing company dedicated to disseminating spiritual wisdom. Tami's journey is filled with moments of self-discovery, from her struggles with academic life to finding peace and purpose in audio journalism and spiritual teachings.This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling lost or uncertain about their path. Tami's experiences remind us that sometimes the greatest opportunities arise from the most unexpected circumstances. Join Light Watkins and Tami Simon as they dive into a conversation about resilience, faith, and the incredible power of trusting your instincts. Discover how embracing life's plot twists can lead you to your true purpose.If you want to see how Tami grew Sounds True to what it is today, go to episode 64, at exactly the 1-hour mark.Send us a text message. We'd love to hear from you!
The two practices that helped turn this self described scowling, sarcastic skeptic into an expert meditatorSince 1999, Devin Berry has been a dedicated meditation practitioner, his practice is deeply rooted in the metta and vipassana teachings of the Insight Meditation tradition. He spent nearly five years in silent, intensive retreats, cultivating his practice and understanding. Devin is deeply committed to the personal and collective liberation of marginalized communities, believing that integrating reflection and insight leads to clarity and wisdom, which in turn fosters wise action.Devin is a dharma teacher at Spirit Rock and the Insight Meditation Society (IMS), where he serves as a guiding teacher. He also shares his teachings through Sounds True and at various sanghas and centers across the country.In this episode we talk about:Why mindfulness alone is not enoughHow metta is part of four related mental skills, called the brahma viharas—and how to practice thoseThe story of how and why the Buddha invented the Metta practice.The role and practice of Dana – generosity.Devin's year long Metta/Dana experiment And lastly, how these practices can help us on and off the cushionRelated Episodes:Sharon Salzberg Takes on the Cliches: Authenticity, Love, and Being Your Own BFFMike D On: The Value of Failure, the Addictive Power of Adrenaline, and How a Beastie Boy Got Into LovingkindnessEverything You Wanted To Know About Meditation Retreats But Were Afraid To Ask | Spring Washam (And Dan's Close Friend, Zev Borow)Sign up for Dan's weekly newsletter hereFollow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTokTen Percent Happier online bookstoreSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelOur favorite playlists on: Anxiety, Sleep, Relationships, Most Popular EpisodesFull Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/devin-berrySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
There are certain experiences that are completely and utterly devastating, yet seemingly impossible to articulate and share. Grief educator and author Christina Rasmussen calls these our “invisible losses”—and they are often more perplexing and difficult to navigate than the overt tragedies we all endure in life. In this podcast, join Sounds True's founder, Tami Simon, in conversation with Christina Rasmussen about her new book, Invisible Loss: Recognizing and Healing the Unacknowledged Heartbreak of Everyday Grief. Filled with unique perspective and compassionate insight, this dialogue explores the place of uncertainty and stagnation known as “the waiting room”; the original self, and how we get disconnected from it; the impacts of an “us vs. them” experience; how to identify your primary invisible loss; three inner narrators—the survivor, the watcher, and the thriver; reclaiming our forgotten “thriver memories”; the cost of seeking approval; saying yes to what you've always wanted to do; cleansing our patterns of fear; the practice of mental stacking; the Life Reentry model; reframing our experiences and taking action from our wisdom; why the place of death is also the place of creation; and more.
Looking at the state of our world, says Dr. Otto Scharmer, it's plain to see that there's something wrong with our collective decision-making. How, then, do we move from just reacting against the issues of the past, toward sensing and actualizing the future that is wanting to emerge? That is the profound question at the heart of this podcast featuring the renowned MIT lecturer, author of Theory U, and contributing faculty member to Sounds True's Inner MBA® program. In a bold conversation that speaks directly to both our individual empowerment and the larger societal changes that are becoming increasingly urgent, Tami Simon and Otto Scharmer discuss: the collective sense of depression and disillusion at this time; reframing a fearful cultural narrative to one of hope and possibility; bridging today's ecological, social, and spiritual divides; ego-system awareness vs. ecosystem awareness; big changes through small steps; the subtle shift of “opening the will”; letting go of what's not essential; moving from certainties to not knowing; Social Presencing; courage; why transformational work and activating our potential is easier than we think; creating a “holding space” and allowing generative forces to come forth; attention, intention, and agency; the invisible yet vital part of our social field—the quality of our relationships; deep listening; the awakening of the human spirit; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.