Spiritual Basics with April and Jen

In numerology, your Life Path Number is like your astrological Sun Sign. It reveals traits of your inner self, potential career paths, your designated life lessons, and more. Today we start out by teaching how to properly calculate your number, then we lead you through the meanings of each. Do you have a karmic debt number, a master number, or a power number? We'll show you how to find out, and what it means. Calculate your life path number at worldnumerology.com.

In this week's episode, we go beyond the basic birth chart and share some other fun things you can learn about your planet placements. We dive into things like Solar and Saturn returns, chart shapes, dominant elements & planets, signature signs, astrocartography, North and South Nodes, your Vertex, and Part of Fortune. During our pre-show chat, Jen talks about how she's simplifying her life, and April shares an update on her Astrology program. Before listening, run your natal chart at: http://astro-seek.com - visit us at http://spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

You've probably heard about Mercury Retrograde - but did you know that most of the other planets also go into retrograde? Travel with us through the solar system as we visit the planets to talk about their traits and what to expect during their retrograde. You may want to grab your natal chart info (generate one for free at http://astro-seek.com) because we also cover what it means when you have a planet in retrograde in your birth chart. Got a question or show suggestion? Drop us a note or voice message at http://spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

Earth, air, fire, water - these are the elements that make up our existence. In this episode, All About the Four Elements, we talk about the meanings and affiliations of each element. We also share tips and ideas on how to bring more balance to yourself and the space around you by working with each element. April discusses a new favorite novel and Jen confesses a weakness during Cancer Season. What's YOUR favorite element and why? Let us know at spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com.

In this extra special 2-part series, we cover all aspects of the Soul's Journey. Today's episode features a deep dive discussion about death, the afterlife, past lives, near death experiences (NDEs), communication with spirits on the Other Side, parallel lives, soul family, and soul splitting. Be sure to listen to Part 1 from last week for more on this topic.

Warning: This episode may contain potential trigger topics such as suicide, miscarriage, and abortion. Listener discretion is advised.

In this extra-special 2-part series, we cover all aspects of the Soul's Journey. Today's episode covers topics such as the "in between" or the Other Side: where your soul exists when you are not incarnated. We also dive into concepts regarding birth and Earthly life, the collective consciousness, parallel lives, soul contracts, life purpose, soulmates, and twin flames. One thing we guarantee - this discussion will get you thinking! Be sure to join us next week for Part 2!

Warning: This episode may contain potential trigger topics such as suicide, miscarriage, and abortion. Listener discretion is advised.

Have you ever had a recurring dream or nightmare? Want to know what a crazy dream about your ex means? Or are you longing to try lucid dreaming? In this episode, All About Dreams, we explore the fascinating world of dreaming. We start out with some interesting facts and theories about dreams and discuss dream interpretation. Then we dive in to how to maximize dream recall and boost lucid dreaming. All throughout, we share our own dream stories and weigh in on what they mean. Send us a note: spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com.

Immersing your physical body into intention-charged water can be an intense and enlightening spiritual experience. Join us as we have a divine conversation with the radiant Shannon Price from Erthy Bruja. She walks us through the process of spiritual bathing and talks about how to use this sacred practice to manifest and release. Learn more about Shannon and her products & services at http://erthybruja.com. 

What is candle dressing? Which color should you choose? How do you use candles to manifest, release, or do spellwork? April shares her knowledges about all these topics and more in today's episode, "All About Candle Magic." In our pre-show chat, Jen shares a new process for manifesting that has proven highly successful for her. Contact us: spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com or http://spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

Our guest on today's episode talks to the animals - and they talk to her! Mary Helen Schmidt from It's My Nature gives some great tips and advice on how to communicate with your beloved companion. She also blesses us with some very heartfelt and emotional readings on our own fur babies. Learn more about Mary Helen and book a private reading: https://www.itsmynature-mhs.com/ or maryhunnen@yahoo.com

How can meditation benefit us? What are some different meditation methods? In episode #33 All About Meditation, we discuss these questions and more. We also share ways to overcome some of the challenges people often face when meditating, such as mind chatter. We start out the show chatting about holistic shows, a new type of reading, shopping for jeans, and an upcoming TV appearance. Contact us: spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode, Cutting and Removing Energetic Cords, we welcome special guest Athena from Victory Crystals in Dallas. Athena shares her knowledge about discording and some of her favorite crystal recommendations for the process. We also chat about our "go-to" crystals. First, April shares a recent discovery in hygiene products and Jen talks about a recent discovery about her Viking roots.

Victory Crystals: http://victorycrystals.com

Curious about whether your partner's sign is compatible with yours? Want to know why past loves haven't worked out? Give a listen to this episode, All About Zodiac Love Matches to find out! We go through each sign and list the most and least compatible signs, and tell you why. But first, we chat about something we discovered about our friendship while bra shopping!

For details about sign/sign compatibility, visit https://www.astrology-zodiac-signs.com/compatibility/

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Today we welcome Tera Hodges as our special guest! She tells us all about Hoodoo beliefs and practices, and dispels the myth that Hoodoo is the same as Voodoo. In fact, Hoodoo is a longstanding practice developed by American slaves, and uses botanics to cast spells and remove curses. Tera also organizes the Metroplex Holistic Fair in Arlington, Texas, where we (April & Jen) first met!

Visit Tera's businesses: https://www.facebook.com/hoodoopriestesstx | https://www.hearthwisdomstore.com/ |https://www.facebook.com/mhpftx/

Take a trip around the sun with us! This episode is all about Wicca and Pagan celebrations. We focus on the sabbats that are marked on the Wheel of the Year including Samhain, Yule, Ostara, and Litha. These coordinate with many Norse Pagan and Asatru celebrations like Walpurgisnacht, Midsummer, Harvest Mother, and Winter Finding. Tune in to learn why and how these holidays were celebrated, and how to make them a part of your own practice if you are guided. Send us a note: spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com or http://spiritualbasicspodcast.com

Have you ever had a Tarot reading and gotten the Death card? Or the Devil? Or the Tower? In this episode, we go through the bad boys of Tarot - the cards with the creepiest images that nobody wants to get! We'll explain what they really mean and why there's no need to fear them. But first, we chat a little bit about our apparent tendency for fire mishaps during rituals. We love listener questions and suggestions! Give us a shout at spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com or our website spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

We are super excited to have as our very special guest, the "Fairy Lady" herself, Ms. Karen Kay! Karen is well-known in the UK as a Hay House UK published author and a fairy and mermaid expert. She has appeared on ITV This Morning and is Editor of Soul & Spirit Magazine. In today's episode, Karen joins us to give the lowdown on fairies: Where to find them, how to attract them, and how to manifest with them. She also tells us all about her beautiful music and her magical 3 Wishes Fairy Festival in Cornwall, UK. Stay to the end for a very special treat - Karen pulls a card for our listeners from her Oracle of the Fairies deck!

Learn more about Karen Kay: https://karenkay.co.uk/ and https://www.faeriemusic.com/

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Curious about witchcraft? In this episode, April spills all the ins and outs of being a witch. That includes misconceptions, spells, the different types of witches, and the basics you need if you want to try it out and see if it's for you. Find us at www.spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

The new year marks an excellent time to begin manifesting, but it's almost always a good time to manifest! In this episode we chat about things we have successfully manifested ourselves, and the do's and don'ts on the Law of Attraction. As always, we have a few resources to check out so that you too, can manifest what you want.

It's nearly the end of 2020 (thank goodness!) so today we're talking about release! WHEN you need to release, WHY you need to release, WHAT you need to release, and HOW to do so. We provide practical tips and information about each of our healing practices as well as things you can do at home with tools you probably already have. Please consider supporting us with a rating and/or review!

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In this episode we chat about our mysterious and magical moon! We cover topics relating to its correlation to women's cycles, moon symbolism, and releasing and manifesting. Then we delve into eclipses and  phases, how they might affect you, and share tips on what to practice during each one.

Resources from this episode:
Moonology: Working with the Magic of Lunar Cycles by Yasmin Boland
http://timeanddate.com
https://mooncalendar.astro-seek.com/

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It's October so we start out talking about our favorite ghost movies. Then we delve into everything about ghosts: How to know if you have them, how to communicate with them, how to get rid of them, and what NOT to do! Jen rounds out the show with ghost stories from her three favorite haunted places: The Winchester Mansion in San Jose, California, The Hotel Monte Vista in Flagstaff, Arizona, and The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

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April and Jen give tips to those going through spiritual awakening, and share their own personal awakening stories in depth. Spoiler alert - April had plenty of ghostly visits growing up in an old Victorian home! Many thanks to listener "blue ocean" for the topic suggestion! If you'd like to suggest a topic or ask a question for our "mailbag", send it to spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com or visit spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

This week April interviews Jen, a Certified Hypnosis Practitioner, about how hypnotherapy works, how it can be used to reach personal goals, and how she uses hypnosis to help clients with stress relief and spiritual development. Jen also leads listeners through a test to see whether they can be easily hypnotized.

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Crack open your favorite beverage and join us! In this episode we cover all the basics about crystals - how to clear them, program them, charge them, and use them. Then we're joined by special guests Arthur Graye and Eloy Machuca from The Green Man Studios (http://thegreenmanstudios.com) as they go through a list of their crystal recommendations for personal transformation. Just to make things extra fun, we decided to initiate our first podcast cocktail hour - so we're enjoying our favorite alcoholic bevvies as we talk about one of our favorite metaphysical subjects. Send your questions and show suggestions to spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com or visit our website http://spiritualbasicspodcast.com. 

If you've ever wanted to work with fairies, elves, mermaids, gnomes, or other elementals, this is the episode for you! April and Jen talk about the history of these cheeky beings, and how you can work with them. Send your questions and show suggestions to spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com or visit our website http://spiritualbasicspodcast.com.

April and Jen discuss their take on the fundamentals from the bestselling book "The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts" by Gary Chapman. They include overviews of each language, and give tips on how you can use Chapman's theories to improve any type of relationship. The Mailbag brings us a question from a listener who is having trouble connecting to people. 

NOTE: We are NOT affiliated with the book, its author, or publisher. The opinions expressed in this episode are our own, and based on our own views after using the book. We recommend you purchase the book, which is available at your favorite retailer or find it on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2XhVUbk (not an affiliate link).

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April and Jen discuss their favorite divination tools such as Tarot, pendulums, tea leaf reading, and scrying, and also give information about some of the ancient and less common forms of divination. Jen answers a mailbag question about animal communication.

Correction: The title of the Tarot book is incorrectly referenced in the podcast. The book's name is "78 Degrees of Wisdom" and the author is Rachel Pollack.

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In this special bonus episode, April introduces us to the ancient Hawaiian principles and mantras of Ho'oponopono and shares her own variations. Then Jen discusses the transformational power of using affirmations for unconditional love, forgiveness, and self-forgiveness as presented in Louise Hay's book, "You Can Heal Your Life."

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Have you been seeing number sequences? Numbers like 111, 444, and 1234 are common when psychic abilities start opening up. Check out this episode where April and Jen talk about the different meanings behind numbers, and how to know whether they are a sign from the Universe.  In our mailbag segment, we answer a listener question about taking on the energy from others.

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In part 2 of this 2-part series, April and Jen discuss clairaudience (clear hearing) and claircognizance (clear knowing) as well as some other lesser known "clairs": clairgustance, clairtangency, and clairalience. Exercises are also provided to help you strengthen your abilities.

In the first part of a two-part series, April and Jen go into depth about two of the four main "clairs", clairvoyance (clear seeing) and clairsentience (clear feeling). Several exercises to help strengthen these gifts are also provided.  Please support us by subscribing! Send your questions to spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com and we will do our best to answer them in future episodes.

In the premiere episode, we share our stories about when and how we learned about our own psychic abilities. We also share clues that will help you discover your own gifts.  Please support us by subscribing! Send your questions to spiritualbasicspodcast@gmail.com and we will do our best to answer them in future episodes.