Podcast appearances and mentions of vanessa couto

"You gotta believe in God and Divinity, but you gotta tie up your horse." Do you often wonder, "What the hell is happening?"....in regards to society, our mental health, our friends, family; and all the things we see, hear and read from social media, news, and podcasts?!?!  If so, this is the episode for you!!! It will explain a lot...a lot about why we're doing the things we're doing, why we're acting the way we're acting, and how to navigate the rest of the year ahead in what is sure to be a very interesting year.  Today's guest, Vanessa Couto, has been a guest on this podcast two other times. After listening to this episode, you should definitely go back and listen to the other two she was on. Stay tuned to find out which two they were so you can find them easier.  Vanessa is an Archetypal Astrologer, mentor, teacher and artist. In her work, she weaves mythology, depth psychology, and a good dose of practical and grounded common sense to guide us through (what she calls) threshold phases.  When not working or reading, Vanessa enjoys a little escape in British period dramas or history documentaries. Fascinated with all things Medieval History and Jane Austen, she's also a bona fide bookaholic, a travel lover, and an avid podcast listener. And, in every conversation with Vanessa, whether on this podcast or in general, we always learn something new!  This episode was no exception. Hope you find it as enjoyable, hope inspiring and enlightening as we did.  After listening, be sure and check out what Vanessa has going on this year on her website and social media. The links are below.  Thanks again for listening, and sharing with your friends. If you could leave a review of this episode or any others on whatever platform you're on, that would be super helpful!   Connect with Vanessa on her Website vanessacouto.com and on Instagram 

This Father's Day 2021, many of us are re-emerging and with so much change, I find myself wanting to return to words of wisdom that can ground me during this time of transition. Rather than recording a new episode with a father this year, I'm putting together an episode to highlight my favorite insights from fathers I've interviewed since the podcast began. So stay tuned for that episode coming out soon. In the meantime, I wanted to re-release this full interview with my very own father, David Lieberman, with a dedication by my son Ryan, whose voice no longer sounds anything like this. Though so much has changed, the words from the dedication and the interview itself feel as true and powerful as ever. Sending love to my own Dad this Father's Day and wishes for all of you to discover or rediscover connection and inspiration from the fathers and father figures in your life. Much appreciation, P.S. Know someone who would love this conversation? Pay this forward to a friend who may be interested. Original Show Notes Love of Family and Pursuing our Fate ~A Father's Day Special~ with David Lieberman What an honor it is to bring you this episode with my own father as one of two I'm having with men on the podcast this month in honor of Father's Day. Two things sparked my interest in having my father on the show now…first, a desire to feel more connected to my grandmother Molla, my father's mother, who passed away years before I was born from pancreatic cancer. I wanted to hear from my Dad about his experience of his mother, how she shaped him, and the ways he notices her spirit living on in us today. Related to this, I recently went to a workshop to learn about uncovering our family ancestry and at that workshop they discussed the power of oral histories. My Dad is a storyteller and I wanted to use this amazing platform to capture his stories and life lessons, for me, for my children and the Mother's Quest Community. The episode is an exploration of my father's E.P.I.C. life, how his mother's passion as a voice and elocution teacher shaped him into the powerful speaker and human being he is today, the moment he first saw my mom when she was just 11 years old, how he built a career and a family, and a love of golf to help him cope with the effects of Type 1 Diabetes. And, how he views love of family and the pursuit of fate as a theme that runs through it all. This episode's dedication was shared by Vanessa Couto, an astrologist who considers fate and what's written “in the stars” for us as part of her exploration and practice. Vanessa honored her father Guido with this dedication and reflected on the ways that fate, legacy, and character help us live a life of purpose. I loved reflecting on these same elements of my father's life in this conversation. I wasn't surprised that there were moments that made my Dad and I laugh and cry during along the way. But, I was surprised by the insights that emerged…about the ways in which my grandmother and my father's qualities live in me. I've known I'm much like my mother, but it wasn't until the end of this conversation that I realized that the “seeker” in me, the one who is always on a quest, comes from my father. My Dad believes that fate play a role in all of our lives, but that we must actively pursue it to fully realize it. Our challenge this month is to reflect on the moments in our lives when we chose to pursue our fate and what happened as a result. Also, to notice and seize the new opportunities and possibilities that call us to take action today in our E.P.I.C. lives. In honor of Father's Day, I'd like to add one more challenge that we didn't discuss in the interview but came to me as I wrote this introduction. Seek out the father or father figures in your life to ask them about and record the stories, lessons and insights they have to pass along to this and future generations. I promise you'll learn something powerful about yourself and how to more fully live your E.P.I.C. life. **Stick around till the end for some light and funny bloopers from the interview. This episode dedicated by: Vanessa Couto – Artist, Astrologer, and Teacher. Visit her website at www.vanessacouto.com and connect on Facebook  Topics Discussed in this Episode: My father's view on fate and how it has been a thread weaving through his whole E.P.I.C. life The ways my grandmother shaped my father and the thing she said to him that sealed his fate for a life he loved in California How fate brought my father and mother together, from his first site of her receiving a drama lesson from his mother, to summers as children and teens in a bungalow colony, to 50 plus years of marriage. Where the seeds for his playful nature and love for his children and grandchildren were planted early in his life How he pursued a career in a business he built, the people he met and helped along the way, and the importance of being a person of integrity The impact of Type 1 Diabetes and stress on his life and how his love of golf became his remedy Some funny stories of crazy things that happened to him, several involving the Wall Street Journal, and one that you may want to turn the volume down on if your children are listening with you. The favorite toasts passed down to him by his mother This Week's Challenge: There are three challenges this week: One from me, to look back on our lives, notice the moments when we chose to seek our fate, the impact that has had on us, and to share it with our family members One from my father to continue to seek out our fate, taking action on opportunities even when we're not certain what might come from it And one that emerged from my son Ryan, to share this episode with the fathers or father figures in your life, let them know how you appreciate them, and explore and record their stories and lessons learned. Other Special Episodes with the People in My Life: Ep 40: Live the Movie Version of Your Life with Oscar®-Nominated Producer Rachel Winter, my childhood best friend Ep 34: Season Two Finale: The Power of Friendship and a 50 Year-Old Book Club with Fran Lieberman, my mother, and her friend Sandy Klasky Ep 18: YOLO (You Only Live Once) and other Milestone Reflectionswith my son Ryan Neale Ep 17: A Mindful Writer's Practice with family friend Danielle Dutton   Support the Podcast If you'd like to make a contribution to Mother's Quest to support Season Four of the Podcast and/or help provide coaching scholarships for mothers, follow this link to make a contribution. If you would like to “dedicate” an upcoming episode to a special mother in your life, email me at julie@mothersquest.com   Mother's Quest is a podcast for moms who are ready to live a truly E.P.I.C. life. Join in for intimate conversations with a diverse group of inspiring mothers as they share how they are living an E.P.I.C. life, Engaging mindfully with their children (E), Passionately and Purposefully making a difference beyond their family (P), Investing in themselves (I), and Connecting to a strong support network (C). Join our community of mothers to light the way and sustain you on your quest at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersquest/

Introduction to EpisodeLaura Rowe comes back to discuss ancestral medicine and systemic racism. We believe we have a responsibility to change the system and we discuss pieces of this change. Podcast Episode SummaryLaura and I discuss systemic racism as two white-presenting cis-gendered women. We see a space where we can be quiet, where we can learn, and we pick apart different places where we can elevate and change our society.  Quotables“What hurts one of us hurts all of us.” What’s the ‘right’ question? “How can we help you?” Five steps to healing ancestral wounds: Older generations let go. Younger generations tell us what they see. Stop talking and listen.  Investigate your bias.  Heal. Speak out and use your power. Recommended ResourcesSee Laura on the web: http://thevitalspirit.net/ (http://thevitalspirit.net/).  Laura’s piece on ancestral healing: https://thevitalspirit.net/2014/09/22/ancestral-healing-emotional-inheritance/ (https://thevitalspirit.net/2014/09/22/ancestral-healing-emotional-inheritance/).  Laura’s grounding and clearing meditation tools: https://thevitalspirit.net/the-tools/ (https://thevitalspirit.net/the-tools/).  https://michellelasley.com/podcast-episodes/interview-with-laura-rowe/ (Laura’s first episode) where we discuss what an empath is, season 1 https://michellelasley.com/2020/09/the-shadow-side-of-attraction-debunking-the-law-of-attraction-with-laura-rowe/ (Laura’s second episode) where we discuss the shadow side of the law of attraction, season 2  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/403846.Caliban_and_the_Witch?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=tm6xrTnLvp&rank=1 (Caliban and the Witch)  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34146782-my-grandmother-s-hands?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=0TRo8V62AT&rank=1 (Your Grandmother’s Hands) https://michellelasley.com/2020/06/in-the-wake-of-george-how-will-you-change/ (George Floyd Blog Post)  https://www.vanessacouto.com (Vanessa Couto’s website) and podcast episodes in https://michellelasley.com/2020/04/astrology-sacred-commerce-and-business-with-vanessa-couto/ (season one) and https://michellelasley.com/2020/11/why-does-astrology-matter-a-conversation-with-vanessa-couto/ (season two).  For more information about Michelle, Balance Shared, events, and projects, please visit http://www.michellelasley.com (www.michellelasley.com).  Support this podcast

Have you ever done something, that although it may have seemed crazy to some, you just knew you had to do it?  This is something Amber and her guest, Vanessa Couto are very familiar with - in different ways.  Vanessa immigrated to the US from Brazil when she was just 10 years old. Her lifelong quest to bridge what she loves, her interests, and her livelihood has driven her to follow her dreams no matter where they may take her...and no matter how scary they may seem.  She now lives in Portland Oregon by way of the East Coast, where she spent the later half of her childhood and some of her college years. Vanessa holds a degree in Counseling Psychology, which you will learn in this episode came in pretty handy when she was forced to navigate the death of her father while birthing a business.  She says, she always thought that life had a purpose, and that SHE had a purpose. And, that is true for all of us; life does have a purpose and so do you.  Have you found your purpose or are you still searching?  Either way, you're going to really enjoy listening to this conversation. If you're now pondering the big questions about life’s transitions, purpose and livelihood, Vanessa may be the perfect companion to go on that journey with you. She's an archetypal astrologer, artist, and teacher...and an idea maven.  Working with Vanessa can help you claim all the spokes of your life's wheel. Whether you're at a crossroads or needing help getting your business to stand out from the crowd, you don’t have to do this alone. Learn more about her work at Vanessa Couto.com Follow her on Facebook and Instagram to get tons of helpful-FREE content.   Learn more about Vanessa's role as part of the support team at HealingWaze.com. 

On today’s Show I’m joined by Vanessa Couto and we dive deep into all things astrological, including: What 2021 has in store for us How Astrological events aren’t a ‘one and done’ phenomena How using the symbolic language of astrology can bring deeper meaning How having an understanding of history and the symbolic language of astrology can bring context to current events How facts don’t change hearts, but connecting to story can How many people have enough astrological knowledge to be ‘dangerous’, but not enough to be wise How we can tune into the resonance of past astrological events and understand how that affects us today How interpreting astrological events can make us, and the world around us, feel less chaotic Freedom vs responsibility is the challenge of the Aquarian era Individually and collectively it’s time to decide what needs to be ‘cut down’/pruned, so that we can grow back stronger

Introduction to Episode Vanessa Couto returns as my guest where we further discuss “why does astrology matter?” Waxing and waning between analogy, patterns, and history, we dive into this ancient personal development tool and touch the surface of how it can help you. Podcast Episode Summary Vanessa Couto, an archetypal astrologer, returns to my podcast to further our discussion in astrology. We begin laying the field where astrology can help support and broaden imagination, something crucially missing from our current society. We discuss how astrology helps us respect longer cycles, and is an amazing tool for helping us to grow into who we are meant to be. When using astrology as a tool, consider this: What are your strengths? Where are your growing edges? Where can you do better? Before our break, I mention that Mars cycles 3 times around the sun in an Earth calendar year. I misspoke and intended to say Mercury. Please forgive the mistake. Quotables Fundamentalism is a lack of imagination. Recommended Resources Connect with Vanessa here: Her website Instagram Facebook Vanessa’s first episode with me Check out the book, Linda Goodman’s Sun Signs on Thriftbooks. For more information about Michelle, Balance Shared, events, and projects, please visit www.michellelasley.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/balanceshared/support

2020 has been a heck of a year. Join archetypal astrologer, Vanessa Couto, as she explains from an astrological perspective what is happening in our world. We cover the Pluto, Saturn, Jupiter energies, as well as insights on the fear that's felt.Also, Vanessa shares a possible theme we can expect collectively for 2021.Connect w/ Vanessa!1) Website: www.vanessacouto.com2) IG - @vanessacouto253) FB - @vanessacouto25Vanessa Couto is an archetypal astrologer & teacher. She helps creatives and mystics, who want to gain clarity on how to align their soul's calling with a more fulfilling livelihood. She believes we each are born as an answer to a question of our times, and it's our time to step up to the plate. Through weaving astrology, myth and depth psychology, Vanessa helps her clients see the path ahead from a broader perspective, so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.

Introduction to Episode My guest today is Vanessa Couto, an astrologer with a mission to help people align their gifts, their purpose with their livelihood through their business. We discuss astrology, philosophy, art, and business - all with the lens of elevating where we are now. Podcast Episode Summary Vanessa shares a lot of thinking and philosophy weaving astrology, philosophy, art, and history into one. She asks us all to bring sacred and spiritual back into our businesses and our exchanges. And, she discusses how we can use astrology to do just that. Quotables “We wouldn’t force people to do work out of necessity because they have to do the job. [People] would notice kids’ natural talents … and give all the resources ... so [people] can do the thing they enjoy.” “In astrology we have something that says, ‘When you were born, you were the answer to a question at the time.’ Your configuration has a clue as to what you’re here to do.” “How can we heal capitalism from its virus that’s attacked the system and taken over like a mutant?” The temple for the Oracle of Delphi read both, “Know Thyself,” and, “Nothing in Excess.” “I would like to bring spirit back into business.” “I would like to bring beauty back into commerce.” Recommended Resources Episode with Maree Bento https://michellelasley.com/2019/12/interview-with-maree-bento/ Episode with Laura Rowe https://michellelasley.com/2020/01/laura-rowe-an-interview/ Episode with Jeffrey Hahler https://michellelasley.com/2020/03/interview-with-jeff-hahler/ Sacred Commerce by Ayman Sawaf https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/sacred-commerce-the-rise-of-the-global-citizen_rowan-gabrielle_ayman-sawaf/1895285/#isbn=0980175550&idiq=1714390 The Soul of Money by Lynne Twist https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-soul-of-money-transforming-your-relationship-with-money-and-life_teresa-barker_lynne-twist/252582/#isbn=039332950X See Vanessa’s latest at www.vanessacouto.com. For more information about Michelle, Balance Shared, events, and projects, please visit www.michellelasley.com. My Thrift Books Referral Link https://www.thriftbooks.com/share/?code=0hcLPcATBPZ7kl7jB%252b3X6g%253d%253d --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/balanceshared/support

In this episode, I talk to Vanessa Couto about her process of marrying astrology with the archetypes and storytelling, to deepen our understanding and connection to the planets. AND she demystifies Mercury Retrograde making it super easy to understand (and lowers the panic you've been hyped to believe). This is an edited version of this episode, you can catch the full conversation on my YouTube channel. You can find Vanessa and her work on her website, www.vanessacouto.com or on FB and IG: @vanessacouto25.

Vanessa Couto has been our guest in the past. In fact on our very first episode: Dragon Initiation-The Contrast Between Conventional and Holistic Healthcare   In that episode Vanessa talks about a recent injury (that now has been resolved) and her experience with the two healthcare systems. It's one of our most popular episodes!    In this one, she gets to school us on her passion-her expertise; Astrology.    Vanessa is an archetypal astrologer, artist, coach and teacher. Her work focuses on helping others in the intersection of soul purpose, life and business. through her work, she weaves astrology, storytelling and depth psychology. She has a background in education and counseling psychology.   This one is definitely for business owners, or those considering taking the plunge. But, all listeners will benefit-especially from her 2020 forecast!    In this episode you'll learn why astrology for business branding matters and how it can help move the needle in your marketing efforts, how astrology can bridge your life and livelihood, and why Vanessa says, "Business is healing for our personal development journey".   There are all kinds of ways you can learn more about Vanessa. On HealingWaze:  https://healingwaze.com/practitioners/vanessa-couto-archetypal-astrologer-artist-and-teacher/    and at VanessaCouto.com Instagram.com/vanessacouto25 Facebook.com/vanessacouto25   By Participating in this podcast you agree that this is not a replacement for medical services and are encouraged to seek immediate medical care if needed. Read our full disclaimer here. https://healingwaze.com/healingwaze-disclaimer/  

Vanessa Couto is an archetypal astrologer, teacher, and artist. Her focus is on helping clients gain clarity in the intersection of life and livelihood. Her clientele are purpose-driven entrepreneurs, creatives, and those who are on a quest for work that reflects their sense of meaning and aligned vocation. She is the creator of the Moon & Goddesses Series, where she weaves mythology and astrology to help us connect with the Moon’s wisdom. Vanessa also loves creating her birthchart mandalas art for clients around the world. When not working, she loves a good cup of tea while reading medieval history books, or spending time with her husband and friends. Find here at: www.vanessacouto.com

I'm glad to introduce you to Vanessa Couto who joins me for this episode of our Leaders in Conversation series. Vanessa and I talk about tools you can use to navigate business decision making.  Catch our full conversation! The episode (and transcript) is available now: https://navigatingchallengingdialogue.com/podcast/interview-vanessa-couto What Are Your Tools You Rely On For Decision Making? I'd love to hear from you — tell me what did this episode reveal to you? Did it shift how you will make decisions going forward?

Why is Amber so passionate about holistic healthcare? What is HealingWaze all about?    You'll get the answers to these questions and learn why she's on a mission to help normalize holistic healthcare and help other healing professionals succeed.    In this episode the tables are turned and Amber is interviewed by Vanessa Couto, Astrologer, Artist, and Teacher. They talk holistic healthcare, conventional medicine, and business.    Learn more about Ambers mission at HealingWaze.com   And, check out all the good stuff astrology can do for you-beyond horoscopes.  https://www.vanessacouto.com/  https://www.facebook.com/vanessacouto25/   Vanessa was the Holistic Healing Connections first guest. To listen to her and ambers conversation in episode #1 go HERE.   By Participating in this podcast you agree that this is not a replacement for medical services and are encouraged to seek immediate medical care if needed. Read our full disclaimer here. https://healingwaze.com/healingwaze-disclaimer/

Tune in for this content packed episode as archetypal astrologer, Vanessa Couto, breaks down your sun, rising, and moon sign, and why the moon sign is so important. And how it can relate to your business. If you ever want to know more how to align with all phases of the moon, not just the new and full moon, you'll want to listen in. Vanessa breaks down all the phases of the moon, and how it relates to your projects and energies. ==Vanessa Couto is an archetypal astrologer, teacher and artist. Her focus is on helping clients gain clarity in the intersection of life and livelihood. Her clientele are purpose-driven entrepreneurs, creatives, and those who are on a quest for work that reflects their sense of meaning and aligned vocation. She works with clients from around the world from her office in Portland, Oregon. Connect with Vanessa!Website: https://www.vanessacouto.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessacouto25/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessacouto25/==Thank you for listening!Michelle Wong is a dreamer, doer, visionary, and author of Set Your Own Sail: Fire Your Alarm Clock and Awaken to What's Possible. She mentors women to become the leader of their own lives, and helps empower them to thrive physically, spiritually, and financially. She uniquely blends beauty nutrition, supplementation, intuition + self-care, and feminine leadership practices, all while helping them build a thriving lifestyle + wellness business. Her approach is kind AND fierce, and she won’t let you self-sabotage…it costs you too much of your precious time, energy, and resources.Create a luscious life that's in alignment with your soul's calling and purpose. Let's Stay Connected! Learn more at thenonlinearpath.com, or connect with her on Instagram (@michellewong.xo) or Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/michellewong.xo). DM her for any podcast topics or suggestions, and to receive your free ebook The Ultimate Guide to Curbing Cravings, Boosting Energy, and Feeling Radiant.

Vanessa Couto is an archetypal astrologer, artist and teacher. Her passion is to help her clients align their soul's purpose with right livelihood through their business. Weaving archetypal astrology and story she helps you see the bigger picture of how your soul's purpose and business are intertwined - beckoning you to express all spokes of your life's wheel in your business branding. She's also the creator of the coloring book: The Astrology of Joy - The Sun's Heroic Journey. For this episode, we will talk about archetypes of transformation as seen through the monthly New Moon, and explore the upcoming cosmic weather for the next month. You can find Vanessa at: https://www.vanessacouto.com

Join Amber and Vanessa Couto as they discuss healthcare, sciatic pain, herniated discs and astrology...yes astrology!    Vanessa is a kick-ass astrologer, teacher and coach; she is also seriously curious about all aspects of life-including healthcare.    Recently Vanessa went through an injury that took her away from helping others due to severe back and sciatic nerve pain. During what she calls the "dragon initiation" Vanessa experienced the stark contrast between conventional/western medicine and holistic/alternative medicine.    I'm sure you can guess which one she prefers!   In this conversation you'll hear about her experience through a herniated disc and sciatic pain- plus a little about astrology as a guide for life and business.    Why astrology too?    Vanessa is an archetypal astrologer, artist, and teacher. She believes; through the help of Astrology-we can create a business and life that are aligned with our gifts, that's meaningful and purpose-driven.    If you want to learn more about Vanessa check her out at VanessaCouto.com or on social media:    https://www.facebook.com/LiminalJourneys/ https://www.instagram.com/vanessacouto25/   By Participating in this podcast you agree that this is not a replacement for medical services and are encouraged to seek immediate medical care if needed. Read our full disclaimer here. https://healingwaze.com/healingwaze-disclaimer/  

Aired Tuesday, 12 February 2019, 2:00 PM ETAstrology: A Powerful Business & Branding ToolLearn why Archetypal Astrologer, artist & teacher Vanessa Couto believes that the Sun is the CEO of your business and the Moon relates to your client relations. Learn how astrology is a potent compass for your business and branding.About the Guest: Vanessa CoutoVanessa Couto, MA is an archetypal astrologer, artist and teacher. She’s your why’s midwife and a big picture maven. Her passion is to help you align your soul’s purpose with right livelihood through your business.Weaving archetypal astrology, storytelling and depth psychology, she helps you see the bigger picture of how your soul’s purpose and business are intertwined – beckoning you to express all spokes of your life’s wheel. She believes that astrology is a potent compass not just for your life, but also for your business and branding.Vanessa’s also the creator of the coloring book, The Astrology of Joy – The Sun’s Heroic Journey, and the voice behind the podcast: Intersection Stories: Purpose & Livelihood available on iTunes. She is also runs a boutique graphic design agency – Otterburn & Co. – with her husband, helping entrepreneurs up-level their branding.Website: https://www.vanessacouto.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessa.couto.7Facebook Business page: https://www.facebook.com/LiminalJourneys/Pinterest: https://pin.it/fgp4qww7zjo24s

What an honor it is to bring you this episode with my own father as one of two I’m having with men on the podcast this month in honor of Father’s Day. Two things sparked my interest in having my father on the show now…first, a desire to feel more connected to my grandmother Molla, my father’s mother, who passed away years before I was born from pancreatic cancer. I wanted to hear from my Dad about his experience of his mother, how she shaped him, and the ways he notices her spirit living on in us today. Related to this, I recently went to a workshop to learn about uncovering our family ancestry and at that workshop they discussed the power of oral histories. My Dad is a storyteller and I wanted to use this amazing platform to capture his stories and life lessons, for me, for my children and the Mother’s Quest Community. The episode is an exploration of my father’s E.P.I.C. life, how his mother’s passion as a voice and elocution teacher shaped him into the powerful speaker and human being he is today, the moment he first saw my mom when she was just 11 years old, how he built a career and a family, and a love of golf to help him cope with the effects of Type 1 Diabetes. And, how he views love of family and the pursuit of fate as a theme that runs through it all. This episode’s dedication was shared by Vanessa Couto, an astrologist who considers fate and what’s written “in the stars” for us as part of her exploration and practice. Vanessa honored her father Guido with this dedication and reflected on the ways that fate, legacy, and character help us live a life of purpose. I loved reflecting on these same elements of my father’s life in this conversation. I wasn’t surprised that there were moments that made my Dad and I laugh and cry during along the way. But, I was surprised by the insights that emerged…about the ways in which my grandmother and my father’s qualities live in me. I’ve known I’m much like my mother, but it wasn’t until the end of this conversation that I realized that the “seeker” in me, the one who is always on a quest, comes from my father. My Dad believes that fate play a role in all of our lives, but that we must actively pursue it to fully realize it. Our challenge this month is to reflect on the moments in our lives when we chose to pursue our fate and what happened as a result. Also, to notice and seize the new opportunities and possibilities that call us to take action today in our E.P.I.C. lives. In honor of Father’s Day, I’d like to add one more challenge that we didn’t discuss in the interview but came to me as I wrote this introduction. Seek out the father or father figures in your life to ask them about and record the stories, lessons and insights they have to pass along to this and future generations. I promise you’ll learn something powerful about yourself and how to more fully live your E.P.I.C. life. **Stick around till the end for some light and funny bloopers from the interview. This episode dedicated by: Vanessa Couto – Artist, Astrologer, and Teacher. Visit her website at www.vanessacouto.com and connect on Facebook  Topics Discussed in this Episode: My father’s view on fate and how it has been a thread weaving through his whole E.P.I.C. life The ways my grandmother shaped my father and the thing she said to him that sealed his fate for a life he loved in California How fate brought my father and mother together, from his first site of her receiving a drama lesson from his mother, to summers as children and teens in a bungalow colony, to 50 plus years of marriage. Where the seeds for his playful nature and love for his children and grandchildren were planted early in his life How he pursued a career in a business he built, the people he met and helped along the way, and the importance of being a person of integrity The impact of Type 1 Diabetes and stress on his life and how his love of golf became his remedy Some funny stories of crazy things that happened to him, several involving the Wall Street Journal, and one that you may want to turn the volume down on if your children are listening with you. The favorite toasts passed down to him by his mother This Week’s Challenge: There are three challenges this week: One from me, to look back on our lives, notice the moments when we chose to seek our fate, the impact that has had on us, and to share it with our family members One from my father to continue to seek out our fate, taking action on opportunities even when we’re not certain what might come from it And one that emerged from my son Ryan, to share this episode with the fathers or father figures in your life, let them know how you appreciate them, and explore and record their stories and lessons learned. Other Special Episodes with the People in My Life: Ep 40: Live the Movie Version of Your Life with Oscar®-Nominated Producer Rachel Winter, my childhood best friend Ep 34: Season Two Finale: The Power of Friendship and a 50 Year-Old Book Club with Fran Lieberman, my mother, and her friend Sandy Klasky Ep 18: YOLO (You Only Live Once) and other Milestone Reflectionswith my son Ryan Neale Ep 17: A Mindful Writer’s Practice with family friend Danielle Dutton Announcements: Join the Parenting ADHD Summit Honored to be part of this amazing Summit that Penny Williams is organizing. You can hear from me (my session is called “How Moms Can Live a Life of Intention and Purpose”), Dr. Elisa Song, and over 30 other parenting experts. Honestly, I think what you’ll learn here will help you on your parenting journey regardless of whether you have a child who has ADHD or is “differently wired” in other ways. Click here to join. Spark Your E.P.I.C. Life Join me for the first “Spark Your E.P.I.C. Life” Pilot! Four consecutive weeks of one-on-one coaching using a signature process I’ve been facilitating in my circles this spring  I’m looking for no more than FOUR clients to experience an intensive, one-one-one, four-week coaching process in the month of June. Could this be you? Do you feel like you’re on the threshold of a powerful shift in your life? Are you ready to spark new perspectives, new ways of being, and some E.P.I.C. action of your own? Have you wanted to participate in the Mother’s Quest Circle but the timing wasn’t right or you prefer to work one-on-one? We’ve been having an amazing experience in the Mother’s Quest Virtual Circle and I want to bring the same practices and flow to work one-on-one in a more focused period of time…over one month instead of three. Interested? I’d love to schedule a time to check-in about what’s happening in your life and how this could support you. Sign up for a discovery session at this link or message me some times that could work for you if you don’t see something that fits your schedule. https://mothersquest.as.me/discoverysession I’d like to identify the four individuals this week, get scheduled and start next week! CreateYour One Minute Mom Manifesto Launched on Mother’s Day, my guest on the podcast, Graham Seabrook, and I invite you to create your own One Minute Mom Manifesto about what you want to claim or reclaim in your motherhood. Use video, photos, poetry or any other form of your choice to express what matters most to you and share on social media using the hashtag#OneMinuteMomManifesto. For more on the inspiration behind this idea, and why it’s so important that we claim and reclaim our whole selves in motherhood, tune into our episode on the podcast, link in the comments and at mothersquest.com/ep41-graemeseabrook The Podcast has Reached a Milestone Help us reach our next milestone by forwarding along your favorite episode to a friend. Thank you for your support! Virtual Mother’s Quest Circle Pilot I’m excited to announce that the first founding Mother’s Quest Virtual Circle has been filled. If you’re interested in a future circle, and want to receive notice when the applications open again, please add your name to this wait list. Please email julie@mothersquest.com Help us Grow the Mother’s Quest Community If you’re finding value from the Mother’s Quest Podcast and would like to get more involved, please join us in the Mother’s Quest Facebook Group, help us find more like-minded mothers on a quest by spreading the word and sharing your favorite episodes, and make a donation or apply to dedicate an episode. You can also share your story on the Mother’s Quest Blog. Acknowledgements: A big THANK YOU to our “patrons” for helping to bring these conversations to myself and other mothers through financial and/or in-kind support: Vanessa Couto Desiree Adaway Rachel Steinman Katie Hanus Denise Barreto Sage B. Hobbs Samantha Nolan-Smith Jody Smith Emily Cretella Collette Flanagan Titilayo Tinubu Ali Carly Magnus Hurt Lizzy Russinko Suzanne Brown Mara Berns Langer Mallory Schlabach Katharine Earhart Jessica Kupferman Jen Jenkins Dohner Genese Harris Tonya Rineer Liane Louie-Badua Cristin Downs Erin Kendall Niko Osoteo Erik Newton Claire Fry Divya Silbermann Rachel Winter Caren and Debbie Lieberman Cameron Miranda Fran and David Lieberman Debbie and Alan Goore The Sustainable Living Podcast Support the Podcast If you’d like to make a contribution to Mother’s Quest to support Season Three of the Podcast and/or help provide coaching scholarships for mothers, follow this link to make a contribution. If you would like to “dedicate” an upcoming episode to a special mother in your life, email me at julie@mothersquest.com — Mother’s Quest is a podcast for moms who are ready to live a truly E.P.I.C. life. Join in for intimate conversations with a diverse group of inspiring mothers as they share how they are living an E.P.I.C. life, Engaging mindfully with their children (E), Passionately and Purposefully making a difference beyond their family (P), Investing in themselves (I), and Connecting to a strong support network (C). Join our community of mothers to light the way and sustain you on your quest at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersquest/

Vanessa Couto has a whole stellium in Gemini! Listen in for fresh insights on what it means to be a Gemini and how to make the most of it! www.vanessacouto.com www.beautiful-astrology.com

Heart and Hustle--Visionary Healers, Movers, and Shakers, Volume 1, Vanessa Couto song-Life, by Haddoway www.paulettereesdenis.com and here is Vanessa's info for you... www.vanessacouto.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/liminalastrology/?ref=bookmarks Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/liminal-astro-coaching/id1143801181?mt=2 Her bio... Vanessa Couto is an astrological coach and artist. She is also considered by her clients their 'cosmic travel guide and mentor'. Through her coaching work, she helps her clients get a better understanding of who they are, what is their life's purpose, and how to navigate the threshold of birthing a more aligned life. In her coaching and teaching, she weaves astrology, storytelling, art and depth psychology. The motto she lives by is that we are all midwives to each others' dreams.

Astrologer Vanessa Couto gives us the lowdown on the astrology of 2017.