Light Above Solitude

#041: I used to look at my life's process through the lens of society's expectations. With that mindset, a lot of the time my view on my own life fell short. Through deep reflection, I have found the self-discovery journey runs through every avenue in life. And became one of the most important aspects of my life. We can not develop and improve on something we haven't first discovered. So how do we start this self-discovery journey and how do different modalities help in the process? 

#040: Self Love has become such a buzzword and somewhat of a movement in the last few years. When you hear the term 'self-love' what comes to mind? Is it rainbows, butterflies, and bubble baths?! Sometimes, those are true. However, I think of self-love in a different way. So let's chat about it! 

#039: Do you suffer from chronic pain? Did you know that the pain you experience in your body can actually be a ripple effect from your emotions? Holistic health is just that, holistic. We must be willing to treat and care for all of ourselves... physical, mental, and emotional. Jessica DiNatale is back on the show to talk about her favorite energy healing modality, Emotion Code.

#038: I believe that everything we have gone through and everything that we will face in the future adds meaning to our lives. I don't believe in coincidences or meaningless pain. But that being said, how do we start to make sense of it all?! Let's talk about finding how to find your own unique stories. And how can we use them as a self-discovery tool and as a way to make heartfelt connections.

#037: I personally crave deep connections when I am socializing. To do that, I need to be in a safe environment to open up about my feelings. As an introvert, it can be difficult to find a community where you feel seen and heard. But I encourage you to keep searching for a place where you feel you belong because there are many benefits to finding a community to call home. Let's chat about it. Also, we have some exciting changes in the Light Above Solitude world. 

#036: Do you ever get the urge or gut feeling to take action on something that doesn't make any sense to do? Often we dismiss our gut feelings as something else entirely, like fear maybe. But the universe often has great plans for the action it is asking you to take. The question is, are you willing to listen and to act? Today we will chat about inspired action. What is it and how do we use it to manifest our desires? 

#035: How is it that some people seem to get everything they desire, while others have to hustle to even come close to their wishes? The Universe is made of energy and universal laws, much like Earth's law of gravity. Knowing this, there have to be certain laws around manifestation and making it work for you. Today we will chat about the relationship between you and the universe and some of the responsibilities you have to that relationship. Here are 4 steps to becoming magnetic to your dream life.   

#034: After a year of creating new ways to socialize and hours upon hours on computer screens, I think we are all looking for ways to connect deeper with the world around us. We are craving more connection with ourselves, loved ones, as well as the planet. This week we are chatting with Latisha Guthrie about how to start rekindling your bond with the Earth through plants and the importance of doing so. 

#033: Adding a mindfulness routine to your day not only helps with your mental health but also improves your physical health. Scientists have discovered that mindfulness techniques help relieve stress, treat heart disease, lower blood pressure, reduce chronic pain,  improve sleep, and even improve gut health. But when the energies are high and your schedule is slam-packed, it gets harder and harder to find time to stay aligned, positive, and present. I have three super quick and easy ways to create moments of mindfulness in even the most stressful of days. 

#032: This week marks the Spring Equinox (March 20) in the Northern Hemisphere. This means that day and night are equal in length and the new season is officially beginning. This time of year symbolizes the beginning of a new cycle and new life is beginning to "spring" forth! We are starting to see plants bud and blossom as the Earth awakens from Winter. This energy stirs up our own growth, fertility, and creation! So, how do we honor and harness such potent energies? I have a few tips and ideas on how to utilize the Spring Equinox energies to bring forth new growth in your life. 

#031: Making decisions can be daunting. Have you gotten in the habit of looking for outside validation about decisions for your life? I am a recovering people pleaser and I have a few tips on how to start making the best decisions for yourself... and by yourself. You have the power, tools, and all the knowledge you need to move forward when you are stuck at a roadblock. Here are 4 tips to get you started in making decisions that are aligned with your unique journey. 

#030: Everyone has bad days that put us in a funk. So how do we move forward out of that energy? It is all about filling our toolkit with ways to become aware and in control of our personal vibration. Abby Kurtz is here this week to chat about ways we can start raising our vibration to live in alignment with our soul's authenticity.  

#029: Is there a best way for your body, mind, and soul to operate? And how can we start to uncover that and put it into daily practice? Your Human Design chart can help you become more aligned with the ways in which you were actually created to work, to live, and to be here on Earth. Everyone is created uniquely. It is time to take a deeper look into how you are wired. This week's guest, Brittany Strode is here to show us how to do just that. 

#028: To quote one of my favorite people, Will Smith said it best... "Parents just don't understand". But why?! What causes the "Generation Gap"? What if we had a way to relate to each other? A way to start seeing the strengths in each generation. Tamara Brody is here this week to shine a light on the importance of Astrology and how to use our generational planets to better relate to the people in our lives and to understand our highest self. 

#027: Serial entrepreneur, Mindset Coach, and dog lover, Gila Kurtz is on the show this week to chat about how to start using your mindset and habits to your benefit. We are always manifesting the world around us, so where do we start in creating a life we truly want. Today we are talking about the foundation of everything we do, mindset and habits. 

#026: What is energy healing? And how can you start using it to understand and empower yourself? This week's episode is perfect for all ages looking to really start healing from the past and start stepping into your light and authenticity. Heidi Namken is here to help guide us on this journey. 

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#025: Join me today for my birthday as I try something a little different on the show. Today is going to be a ramble, soapbox type episode where I explore some lessons, thoughts, and ideas I have come to in my life. I cover topics like destiny, depression, toxic positivity, and deservingness. Let me know if you enjoy this ramble session and connect with me on social. All my links are below. 

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#024: Are you looking to expand your knowledge on Tarot cards? Today's guest has a new way to work with an old favorite. In this episode, Sara Holodnick (a.k.a. Sara Galactica) is here to shine her light on the use of tarot to guide your journey of self-understanding and to start your connection to something deeper. Sara's work is ever-evolving, but it always comes back to one thing: Supporting your journey of belonging to yourself and belonging to the earth.

#023: Do you find yourself going through the motions, but are looking for new easy ways to add more intention into your life? I have 4 mindfulness tips for you today that will be easy to incorporate into your daily routine. 

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#022: Are you ready to manifest money in an easy and relaxed way this year? Tasha Chen is a thought-leader in the finance field with a more spiritual approach to money. She is here to help you create a Prosperity Plan for 2021. Tasha believes that it is not about the hustle and grind of chasing money, but instead, we all should be aligned with the energy of abundance.

#021:  Antonella Di Giulio is a pianist, a music theorist, and an author. She is here this week to talk to us about her journey and experiences with PTSD and how she has coped with others in her life who struggle with their mental health. From her extraordinary life experience, she has had the chance to learn about post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, and mental health and about how little our society is prepared to deal with such problems.

#020:  What do you do when you feel fear taking over? Are we able to change fear into something more helpful for our situations? Let's talk about transmuting your fear to take leaps and bounds in life and what the Fool card in Tarot has to do with it. 

#019: Jessica DiNatale is a Spiritual Life Mentor that combines spirituality and the human perspective to help women unearth their soul's purpose through deep inner healing and Inner Child Work.

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#018: There are so many examples of beauty rising up from direr situations and environments. Why are you any different?! Let's chat today about why you are made to rise up and shine brightly in this world. It is YOUR turn! 

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#017: One of the most important healing processes I have gone through in my life has been turning my "mess" into my message. Today I will talk about 4 ways you can start this process for yourself.  

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#016: I want to welcome you to the Light Above Solitude podcast’s official first episode!!... Or 16th... Today is an introduction to the podcast and what you can expect moving forward. From here forward, the podcast posting schedule will be Tuesday mornings at 5 am pacific. 

Our topics will include:  Overall Personal Development, Self Discovery, Light and Shadow Work, Mindset, Intentional Living, Emotional Wellness, Limiting Beliefs, and "New Age-y" stuff (such as crystals, the occult, working with the moon, and usage of herbs).

I am so excited to have you join me in this movement of womxn finding their own unique light and path in the world. Everything you need is in the Light Above Solitude. 

#015: What stories have you been telling yourself for years? They no longer need to echo in your mind and here is why. 

#014: I am not a contradiction. I am a multifaceted human. AND so are you! It is time to start owning every side of ourselves. Just as the wildflowers grow in the mountains, each should pop up as their own unique self. The beauty comes from the many sizes, colors, and shapes.

#013: Guest Stories Segment. My chat with Lisa Price from Penny's Place about her journey with depression and addiction. And how her animals have aided her in her healing and growth.

Lisa's Mental Health Resources:

When you're down, and troubled, and need a helping hand... You don't have to go it alone. Don't go it alone! Help may be closer than you think.

CALL 911 IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE CRISIS! -- Request Crisis Intervention specialists.

Here’s a handful of government resources for free support, advice, and referrals:

SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

800-662-HELP (4357) Helpline

800-726-4727 Treatment Referral Helpline

#012: After downsizing and purging what didn't serve me and our family, I have been super interested in learning how to make sure the space around you is aiding in your growth and not blocking anything from your life.   

#011: With all the life challenges I have gone through, I have made myself look into what the situation has been teaching me. Here are a few life examples of finding my own silver linings.

#010: BONUS EPISODE: Guest Stories Segment. My chat with Denise Langan about her journey with depression and how her animals have aided her in her healing and growth. 

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#009: Be careful what words you put behind "I am". Some labels can hurt us and stop us from truly healing.

#008: Everything happens for us, not to us. One of the greatest things we can do is find the good amidst the hardest of times. 

#007: Always make sure you check in with yourself on why you are going with the flow. Red flags don't always show up as big as you may think.

#006: A lesson I learned as a competitive swimmer growing up in a pool about how I used to let my emotions take my breath away. 

#005: I never felt that I had the "right" to be depressed. I postponed my own healing because I was riddled with guilt and shame around my depression.   This is the moment my guilt for being depressed turned into shame. 

I want you to know you are worthy of healing. You are not alone.   If you ever need immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 800-273-8255  They are available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.

#004: BONUS EPISODE: Guest Stories Segment. My chat with Jobeth Glenday about her journey with depression and how her animals have aided her in her healing and growth. 

#003: In my late teens and through my twenty, I became someone I barely recognized. I went so numb and oblivious to my world, that my body gave me a big wake up call.

#002: One of the most interesting things that I had to come to terms with while I start down this path of self-discovery was that unbeknownst to me, I was going through an identity crisis.   

I discovered many, many layers and levels to this identity crisis as I threw myself into the work of self-discovery. 

A lot of which kept throwing me for a loop and turning my world upside down.   I had no idea how some of these things were actually affecting my subconscious.   

One of these things was my name.

#001: Note: This episode was originally live-streamed into my Facebook group.

I remember it like it was yesterday. I was sitting in my car, hungry and exhausted, with a Little Nickel paper in my hand...I knew right there and then what I had to do!   

Join me today as I share a little bit more about my story and something I have planned for you.