Curious about emotional healing, spiritual growth, and intuitive counseling? On this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast, I’m speaking with Victoria Shaw, an intuitive counselor and spiritual coach. She brings a unique blend of Ivy League psychology and intuitive guidance to help clients achieve emotional and spiritual growth. From Psychology to Intuition Victoria Shaw is a rare gem in the world of counseling. She combines robust academic training with deep spiritual insight to help clients connect with their higher selves. At first glance, the transition from an Ivy League-trained psychologist to an intuitive coach might seem like a gigantic leap. But for Victoria, this journey was fueled by a deep spiritual longing. While completing her PhD in psychology, Victoria realized that traditional academic research couldn’t address her burning questions about consciousness and the soul. She recalls asking her advisor, “When do we get to ask the interesting questions like, what is the nature of consciousness?” His response — “I don’t know” — led her to seek answers beyond academia. Her Spiritual Awakening For Victoria, the road to becoming an intuitive counselor was paved with personal experiences and explorations outside the conventional path. Introduced to various holistic practitioners for her children’s health issues, she discovered a realm she hadn’t known existed. Working with acupuncturists, craniosacral therapists, astrologers, and medical intuitives, these professionals expanded her understanding of healing. Raised with no spiritual or religious background, these experiences were eye-opening. Yoga and meditation classes in the 90s were her first taste of spirituality. Gradually, Victoria realized that the same intuitive insights she was praised for in academia were her true calling. Trust Intuitive Guidance As an intuitive counselor, Victoria emphasizes that intuition plays a vital role in our everyday lives and decision-making processes. Once she began consciously developing her intuition, everything about her life changed for the better. Now, offering intuitive counseling, she helps others unlock their inner wisdom, teaching them to trust their own intuitive guidance. Intuition comes in many forms—whether it’s a gut feeling, a sudden insight, or a quiet knowing. Victoria encourages her clients to notice these intuitive nudges. Everyone has intuitive abilities; it’s our birthright, she asserts. Clinical Intuition One of the most captivating moments in Victoria’s career came recently, when she was invited back to Yale to give a talk on clinical intuition. This was a full-circle moment, since she had gotten her PhD at Yale and now she was teaching a segment there. For her, this marked the academic world’s growing openness to spiritual concepts. Despite some skepticism in the room, many were curious and excited, showing a shift towards embracing intuitive insights even in scientific and academic circles. Discover the difference between Fortune Telling and Intuition Intuition for Every Day What’s fascinating about Victoria’s approach is how she integrates intuition into everyday activities. I agreed and shared a story about pruning my arugula plants in the garden. I asked the plants how to cut them back as I wasn’t sure what would be best. The arugula told me not to worry and that it would guide me on where to cut. This experience underscores how intuition doesn’t need to be a grand spiritual revelation. It can guide us in simple, practical ways too and even with simple tasks that might be new to you. Develop Your Intuition Victoria suggests three straightforward steps to awaken your intuitive abilities: 1. Notice: Start by recognizing how your intuition is already working for you. Pay attention to moments when you just “know” something without logical explanation. These can be as simple as choosing the fastest checkout line or knowing who’s calling before you look at your phone. 2. Differentiate: Learn to tell the difference between your intuitive insights and your mind’s chatter. Intuition is usually calm and free of emotional charge. On the other hand, fear, anxiety and overthinking tend to come with a lot of emotional noise, not part of your intuition. 3. Trust: Finally, trust your intuition. Even if it’s just in small, low-stakes situations at first, the more you listen, the more evident the guidance will become. Intuition in Professional Settings Historically, intuitive insights in professions like medicine or business have often been kept on the down low and left unrecognized. Victoria recalls learning about “clinical intuition,” where doctors rely on gut feelings honed through experience. This phenomenon is increasingly acknowledged today as vital to effective decision-making. Similarly, Victoria points out that intuition plays a crucial role in other areas of life, such as coaching, parenting and even sports. Trusting your innate abilities can significantly enhance effectiveness and fulfillment in these roles. This is why intuitive counseling is so valuable—because it helps you understand what is for your highest good. Learn more about Ronnie’s Business Intuition Bridging Two Worlds Victoria’s journey aptly demonstrates that intuition and intellectual can complement each other beautifully, creating a more holistic approach to personal and professional growth. When you live by your intuition and trust it, you will find more joy, feel more alive and have a more optimistic outlook on life. Get Victoria’s Free Gift  Download Victoria’s free ebook titled Activating Your Intuition here. BIO – Victoria Shaw Victoria Shaw is an Intuitive Counselor and Spiritual Coach who combines her Ivy League training in psychology and counseling with intuitive guidance to help clients heal, grow, and realize their full spiritual and personal potential.  She takes a holistic approach to counseling, addressing clients’ concerns on the mind/body/spiritual levels. She especially loves working with people who are committed to using their life experiences or struggles to fuel their own spiritual awakening. Victoria is the author of four self-help books for parents, children and teens, the host of Intuitive Connection podcast, and the founder of Cactus Blossom Retreat in Escondido, California. Website & Social Media Website: https://VictoriaShawIntuitive.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoriashawintuitivecounseling/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vfshaw1/ The post A Unique Blend of Ivy League Psychology And Intuitive Counseling appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

Do you feel like you’re on a spiritual adventure? Well, I know I am. For the past 13 months, I’ve been on a journey without a map, GPS, guide or agenda. Just the opportunity to listen to my intuition. Today, I’m excited to share the latest phase of my spiritual adventure, which is about painting and being in an art show. It’s an experience brimming with colorful learning, fun, and unexpected rewards. How My Adventure Began If you’re new to my podcast, welcome! For those who’ve been with me for a while, you might remember me talking about embarking on a spiritual adventure last summer. It all started when I did some Celtic shaman meditations and met Merlin. He said I was starting a spiritual adventure that had no goal, map, or guide. I was told the only goal was to just go and see what happens. I had no control, no destination—just pure, uncharted exploration. Initially, this terrified me because, well, who likes to not have control? Fast forward to this summer, and my latest escapade. For the first time in my life, I participated in an art show hung in a community gallery. Painting and creating art for the first time in years has taken me out of my comfort zone and added a true zest to August. A Nudge to Try Something New My involvement in the art show began unexpectedly. I decided to check out an artist group in my town. To be very honest, I got annoyed right from the start. The group’s leader, Elizabeth, suggested contacting her by phone on the website. But when you call, her message explains that she never picks up her message. AKA – don’t leave me one because I won’t listen to it. Then at this first meeting, the director talked for 45 minutes while chewing gum. Boring! Yet, for some reason I persevered and decided to give it a chance. This seemingly small decision actually gave me the chance to get to know Elizabeth. Turns out she’s an incredible person with a rich history of service and progressive thinking. Elizabeth was a social worker in the ‘70s, dealing with sensitive cases and later even pioneering shelters for abused women and children. Her stories were fascinating, her spirit indomitable. Soon, this woman who had initially annoyed me became an inspiring friend. Painting Up a Storm Elizabeth was organizing an art show celebrating our town’s historical beach amusement park, and she asked me to help her. She needed filler paintings of beach scenes, amusement park visuals, and more. Despite my apprehension, I dove in, painting everything from starfish to popcorn. What started as a nerve-wracking endeavor grew into a gratifying creative outlet. I texted paintings to friends as I finished them to get feedback. To my surprise, my friend, Linda, wanted to buy my first two paintings! This unexpected appreciation gave me the confidence to continue. I finished 10 paintings in about a month! That was something new for me. Hanging the Show We hung the show together, an entirely new experience as well. It took hours with a hammer and lots of nails to hang the artwork. Then three others from this artist’s group came to finish the hanging. I was a little taken aback by their casual attitude towards the process and several were actually crooked! What came to me about this was a lesson of learning to let go. While I struggled with wanting to fix their work, I needed to let go of my desire for order and a more aesthetic approach to hanging the show. This was a tough lesson on my spiritual journey: letting go of control – it’s so hard! Show Opening The show opened on a Friday, and the response was astonishing. Within the first hour, someone bought two of my paintings. Over the weekend, almost all my artwork sold—eight out of ten pieces! This was beyond anything I had ever expected. Even Elizabeth, who had original paintings and printed posters of her work, saw significant sales. One attendee even bought the maps of the historical sites featured in the show, offering a fee more than anyone imagined. No one thought they would even sell! Lessons Learned Participating in the art show wasn’t just about painting, expressing myself, or figuring out what my style is. It wasn’t just about selling art. It was a profound spiritual experience. By allowing myself to be drawn into this creative community, I not only rediscovered my joy of painting but also formed a friendship with Elizabeth. This adventure has taught me about patience, letting go, and the possibility of a new community for me. It pushed me to explore new artistic styles, faster and more fluid, and escape my usual detailed landscapes. It was an exhilarating challenge that I now see as part of my ongoing spiritual adventure. Listen to tips about letting go What about You? So, what new thing have you tried recently? What intuitive nudges have you explored or ignored? There’s a world of opportunity knocking at your door. Try something new because you never know what joy, learning, or new friendships await you. Whether it’s painting, playing a new sport, learning an instrument, or anything else that piques your interest, give it a shot. We’re here to work, learn, and above all, enjoy life. So, follow your intuition, embrace the fun, and find the joy you deserve. As we wrap up this summer, what new adventure will you embark on? Let your intuition guide you, and you might discover something wonderful. Final Thoughts I’m incredibly grateful for this journey and the unexpected fun it brought me. Selling those paintings was a thrill, but the biggest reward was the experience itself. So go out, try something new, and let your intuition guide you. Remember, life is not only about achieving goals—it’s also about the journey, the learning, and the fun you can find along the way. The post Painting My Way Into A Colorful Spiritual Adventure appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

In this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast, I’m interviewed by the Midlife Courage Coach, Sheree Clark, and we had such a good conversation, covering so many spiritual topics! Past Lives & Akashic Records We talk about past lives and how they influence you today, especially your love life. You likely are with similar people as you’ve been with in your past lives – we come back together, over and over again. Sheree and I also talked about what the Akashic Records are and how I found a secret healing temple inside that I share with my clients! The Akashic Records is like a library or data base of everything that has ever happened to you and everyone else on the planet. Get an Akashic Records Past Life Reading A lot of people insist you have to follow a specific protocol to access the information in the Akashic Records, but I have not found this to be true at all. Anyone can go look at their own records and you can see others if you get permission from them first. Of course, you don’t want to poke around without permission – this is spiritually rude and unethical! Angels & Spirit Guides Next, we discussed angels and spirit guides, then moved on to intuition! I told a couple of my personal outrageous stories about how my guides tried to warn me of things. How I wish I had heeded those important messages I received, but unfortunately I ignored them and paid the price. Hear More about Working with Angels While I haven’t personally heard any messages from angels, I did remind listeners that angels are ready to help you at any time, but first you must ask for their help. It’s so simple – just ask out loud or in your mind! Dating Coaching Advice We wrapped up with a bit of dating coaching advice that can help any single gal regardless of age or romantic history. The most important thing to keep in mind is to just try to enjoy an hour of conversation with someone new. Take the pressure off and stop judging and scrutinizing – it’s a game changer! I know – I was guilty of this too when I was looking for my husband, but once I stopped everything started flowing. If you screen well, your dates will be in the possible category anyway. When you relax and just try to enjoy yourself, you’ll be warmer, softer, and far more alluring! This is how you can be more of your true self, which is the best way to connect from the heart. When you discover if you can share a fun conversation and a 60 – 90 minutes without pressure, you’ll have a much better idea of who the person really is. Try it! This is a jam-packed episode filled with fun stories and descriptions of how all these things work. Sheree asks fabulous questions and keeps the conversation lively and amusing. Download My Free Book! If your curious how your past lives impact you today, download my free book 7 Ways Your Past Lives Affect Your Love Life Now. And if you want to know more about Sheree Clark, please visit her website: http://www.fork-road.com The post Past Lives, Angels, Spirit Guides, & Dating Coaching Advice! appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

What if something as simple and basic as breathing could solve your problems or help you attract love? Breathwork is an incredibly powerful tool to move stuck energy and let go of blocks or emotional baggage. It can help with any challenge, from anxiety to finding love. And that’s what we’re delving into in this blog post, inspired by an episode of the Breathe Love and Magic podcast with breathwork expert Candy Irven. Meet Candy Irven In this episode, I’m speaking with Candy Irven, a reformed people-pleaser and a 15-year tech executive who now channels her powers into offering breathwork, hypnosis, yoga, and intuitive coaching. A Breathwork Revelation Thinking about breathing all started again for me recently. I had a session with a practitioner that used a very complicated method which left me feeling uncomfortable and stressed. I wished there was something easier that could have been more helpful from our time together. As I journaled about the session, the phrase “breathe in the magic” popped into my head. This concept, came to me during a magic coaching session back in 2020, letting me know I could connect with magic anytime by simply breathing it in. Reflecting on this in my journal and connecting with my guides, they suggested I could breathe in not just magic, but also breathe in love. This cracked me up because that is the name of my podcast, right? Breathe Love & Magic. My guides have a sense of humor. Yet, this was a wonderful suggestion because I can breathe in anything I want, like health, wealth, fun and laughter. Candy resonated with this idea, emphasizing that the breath is a powerful tool that can ground, energize and open you to magic. Mechanics of Breathwork Candy teaches a type of breathwork that loads the body with oxygen, causing the blood vessels to open up and then restrict. This allows the judging mind—the ego mind—to go offline. You’ll connect with your own magic and might even release DMT, known as the “spirit molecule,” facilitating a profound connection to the Universe. Breathwork can be used in various ways: to calm, to energize, and to move energy through the body. Candy shares her journey into breathwork, initially finding it too “woo-woo” even for her. However, an incredible out-of-body experience at a women’s circle and a transformative solo trip to Mexico helped her embrace breathwork fully. Breathing and Emotional Healing Candy also touches on how breathwork helps with emotional healing. For example, practicing yoga involves postures that move distracting energy out of the body, so you can focus on the breath and enter a meditative state. By sending loving energy to specific parts of the body through your breath, you can experience healing and transformation. We talked about the importance of intentional breathing—how you can slow down the breath and get grounded, creating space to release pent-up emotions. This simple yet profound practice can shift your energy, making you feel lighter and more aligned with your true self. Opening the Heart Breathwork is not just about physical benefits; it also helps with opening the heart. Candy explains that breathing in particular energies, like love, can soften the body and shift old stories that no longer serve you. This open-heartedness is essential for attracting love into your life, as well as other positive experiences. I talked about using affirmations to open her heart, and singing songs I wrote to manifest love, which helped me so much on my journey to find love. I’ve also shared these songs with many coaching clients over the 20 years I was a dating coach. Changing the Story Candy highlights the power of rewriting your stories through breathwork. By allowing old stories to surface during a breathwork session, you can let go of them and rewrite new, empowering narratives. This process can be life-changing, helping you move from repeating the same patterns to embracing new possibilities. Whole-Body Connection Breathwork also facilitates a deeper connection toy our whole body. Candy shares how breathwork can release stuck energy, allowing for a more holistic experience. She mentions her personal experience of twitching during breathwork sessions.  That was an unwinding of her stuck energy. This practice can help you feel more embodied and connected to all parts of yourself. Practical Applications Candy encourages everyone to try breathwork and not to be discouraged by any initial nervousness. She shares a powerful story of a client who managed to safely navigate a panic attack during a breathwork session, ultimately gaining control and confidence. Breathwork can also be used to create space in our lives, both physically and energetically. Candy suggests practical tips like making room in your closet or car for a future partner, which can energetically invite new experiences into our lives. This suggestion is from Feng Shui and if you want to learn more about how to use this ancient Asian art to attract love, click here. Final Thoughts Breathwork is a simple, yet transformative practice that can help you move through emotional blocks, heal yourself, and open our hearts. Whether you’re new to breathwork or looking to deepen your practice, it’s a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation. Candy’s insights remind you that the breath is always with you, ready to guide you to a more connected and fulfilling life. Take a moment right now to breathe in the love and magic that’s all around you. Your breath is a gateway to a world of possibilities. BIO – Candy Irven A reformed people-pleaser and 15-year tech exec, Candy channels her powers for good (most days) by offering breathwork, hypnosis, yoga, and intuitive coaching to individuals that are ready to have a breakthrough (instead of a breakdown), find clarity (instead of more confusion) and breathe new energy into their life. Working with Candy is not for the faint of heart, though. She sees your potential (she’s a 6 of diamonds) and will actively encourage you to get there by real talking you from a place of acceptance and love with a refreshing dash of humor. To learn more about Candy and how to experience the power of your breath, you can find her online at ReignWorld.co, where she is a co-founder with Laura Haehl. She dares you to sign up for their newsletter and check out all the cool stuff they’re offering. You know you want to! Website & Social Media Website: https://ReignWorld.co Facebook: https://facebook.com/CandyIrven Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathwork.boss/ The post What If Breathing Is The Answer to All Your Problems? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

Do you know what the best days or times are to ask for spiritual guidance? You might be surprised to learn that some days are indeed better than others. In fact, there are many optimal times throughout the year with “thinning of the veil” to seek guidance from the spiritual realm. This episode delves into the best times and ways to ask for spiritual guidance and connect deeply with your spirit guides, angels and ancestors. Ask When You Need It! First and foremost, the best time to ask for spiritual guidance is when you need it. Don’t wait for a special day or the stars to align perfectly. If you have a problem, issu, or question that needs insight, go ahead and ask. Your angels, in particular, can’t help you unless you ask them directly. Thinning of the Veil There are specific times during the year when the veil between our world and the spirit world is thinner. What is the veil? It’s an energetic barrier between our reality and the spirit world. When it’s thinner, it’s easier to communicate and receive guidance. Let’s look at those special times. Halloween (All Hallows Eve / Samhain) – Not surprising, Halloween, which was originally All Hallows Eve, is the ancient pagan holiday of Samhain. This day marks the end of summer and the beginning of the harvest season. Experts agree that the veil between worlds is at it’s thinnest during the week before and after this day, making it an ideal time to reach out to your ancestors. May Day (Beltane) – May 1st, or Beltane, is ancient pagan holiday and another potent time for connecting with spirit. This time is perfect for communicating with nature spirits and fairies. It’s about rebirth and fertility, making it a magical time to seek guidance. Personal and Celestial Milestones Birthdays and Anniversaries – Your birthday is a powerful day for self-reflection and seeking guidance. Likewise, the birthdays of your ancestors can offer an added dimension to your spiritual inquiries. The anniversary of a loved one’s passing is also a powerful time to connect and seek guidance because that’s the thinning of the veil for them. New Moon and Full Moon – Both the new moon and the full moon phases are excellent times to ask for guidance. These lunar phases are times when the veil is thinner and also when your intuition is enhanced, providing another layer of clarity and connection. Solstices and Equinoxes – The solstices and equinoxes are dates of significant shifts in earth energy. Whether it’s the summer solstice’s abundance and growth or the winter solstice’s introspection and renewal, these dates offer powerful opportunities for spiritual work when the veil is thinner. The same is true for the equinoxes, two special days when the daylight and the darkness of night are in balance. This harmony offers a thinning of the veil for an easier connection. Different Ways to Receive Guidance Signs and Symbols Spirit often communicates through signs. Get in the habit of asking for specific signs to receive clear answers. For detailed instructions, you can get my free audio program How to Ask the Universe for a Sign and get an answer in 24 hours. Automatic Writing Automatic writing is a method where you let the pen flow without conscious thought. Start by writing your question, and then just let the words come through. This process can reveal profound insights directly from your guides and it’s fairly easy to do. The Clairs The different “clairs” — clairvoyance (seeing), clairaudience (hearing), clairsentience (feeling), and claircognizance (knowing) — are various ways you pick up on spirit communication. Pay attention to what you see, hear, feel, or just suddenly somehow know. Your clairs are more active during the days with a thinning of the veil. Dreams Dreams can offer symbolic or prophetic messages. Make it a habit to write down your dreams as soon as you wake up. These dream messages can provide valuable insights and guidance. Learn more about dreams in this episode Many times your ancestors or angels help you through your dreams. Watch for puns where things have double meaning – my dreams are often like this. For example, when I was first dating my husband, Paul, I had a dream about Paul Newman. I never usually dream of celebrities and I told him about it. He cracked me up by explaining it to me – “Paul, the new man” Hilarious! The subconscious mind is very clever. Practical Steps to Increase Awareness Set Your Intentions – Begin your day with a prayer or affirmation to set your spiritual radar for the day. A simple yet effective prayer is: “Divine Mother, Father, Goddess, God, please show me how to be my most expansive self today and align with my highest good. Strengthen my awareness to recognize the signs, symbols, and synchronicities that make up the guidance you provide daily. Please open my heart to feel your divine presence and my own divinity. Please help me walk the path of ease and grace, to live a joyous life filled with wealth, health, love, fun, laughter, and friendship.” Keep a Journal – Write down any signs, symbols, or synchronicities you notice or any messages. Keeping a journal helps you track the guidance you receive and makes you more aware of messages from your spirit guides. Stay Open and Aware – Finally, remain aware of the signs and synchronicities in your daily life. Pay attention to what is happening around you. Often, spiritual guidance is missed because you’re too distracted or simply unaware. By setting the intention to notice these signs and being aware on these special days through the year with there is a thinning of the veil, you’ll start to see more of them. Make the Most of Spiritual Guidance Now that you know the best times to seek guidance — whether it’s during special days like Halloween, or when you need it the most — you can tune in more effectively to the messages from your spirit guides. Stay open, keep a journal, and set your intentions to remain aware. Doing this will help you make the most of the spiritual guidance available to you. Until next time, this is Ronnie Ann Ryan wishing you love and magic. The post Are There Certain Times That Are Best For Seeking Spirit’s Guidance? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

Are you intrigued by the magical world of crystals and curious to hear how we might be related? In this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast, I’m speaking with Damla Aktekin, an intuitive, inner child energetic wound healer, astrologer, crystal healing teacher, and more. Damla’s Journey into Healing Curious about her journey, I asked Damla how she got involved with crystals and became an inner child energetic wound healer. Her story begins with serendipity and personal transformation. She didn’t have a natural inclination towards healing arts at all. Instead, she began her professional life as an engineer and business consultant. However, in 2005, a series of stressful events led to chronic migraines, prompting her to seek out alternative healing methods. Her first encounter was with yoga, which she initially disliked but grew to love. This period, she calls, the beginning of her “body realization,” where she got connected to her own body. Fast forward, after becoming a yoga teacher and studio manager, life had even more profound changes in store. The birth of her child in 2012 and an emergency C-section led her into a period of trauma and new explorations, introducing her to the healing powers of mantras and crystals. The Crystal Connection When I probed into Damla’s connection with crystals, her insights were nothing I had ever heard of before. Rather than subscribing to the idea that specific crystals serve specific purposes, she encourages a more intuitive and personal relationship with them. She suggests that you ask, “How can I work with this crystal?” approach it with the idea of co-creating. It’s more about the relationship than just the transaction. Crystals – More Than Just Rocks Then, Damla mentioned how her daughter is her favorite crystal, emphasizing that the essence of her work goes beyond mere geological specimens. Crystals are not just tools but ancient ancestors and relatives in the vibrational realm. Each encounter with a crystal is a unique opportunity for self-discovery and self-love. Damla went on to describe her approach to inner child healing, linking it to her work with crystals. Each energetic wound or trauma experienced in life forms layers that obscure your innate beauty and potential. Crystals, with their pure vibrational essence, help peel back these layers, allowing you to reconnect with those hidden parts of ourselves. “Our bodies are crystalline, and within that crystalline structure lies the spark of every part of our existence,” Damla shared. “When you face trauma, those sparks don’t disappear; they’re just hidden beneath layers of hurt and gunk. Transformation in the Egyptian Pyramids One of the most interesting parts of our conversation was Damla’s transformative experience in Egypt. Before visiting, she had a vivid dream of looking up at the Milky Way while standing by the Great Pyramids. This dream symbolized her inner night sky and hinted at the depths of the human soul and its potential for healing and connection. Damla’s trip to Egypt was filled with spiritual awakenings. Climbing up the narrow staircase to the King’s Chamber of the Great Pyramid was like a rebirth. The journey inside the Pyramid mirrored the symbolic ascent through the birth canal into the womb, and the subsequent meditation in the King’s Chamber was life changing. “A Merkabah pyramid descended upon me, and another one rose from beneath, converging at my heart,” Damla recounted. “I was told that all the questions and beauty I sought were already planted within my heart. This revelation was profound and pivotal.” Inner Child Astrology and Healing Damla combines her expertise in astrology with inner child healing to offer a holistic approach to understanding yourself. She believes your body is filled with crystalline essence, which holds the key to unlocking your deepest fears and injuries. And these things can be traced back to childhood and even ancestral traumas. “Our energetic wounds are like clouds obscuring our inner night sky,” she explained. “My role is to guide others to rediscover their crystalline essence, letting their inner light shine forth.” Advice for Crystal Enthusiasts During the conversation, Damla emphasized the importance of forming a personal relationship with crystals, allowing your intuition to guide the healing process. Damla’s work isn’t just about discovering and working with crystals. It’s also about nurturing your inner child – the parts that hold the deepest wounds and your greatest potential. Her invitation is clear: “Whether you need to reconnect with your body, explore your inner child’s realm, or partner with crystals in your healing journey, there’s a unique path for you.” How to attract love with crystals Embrace Your True Essence Damla’s journey and wisdom culminate in a profound realization: “We are beings of love. Our essence is love, and we are surrounded by love.” She encourages you to shift your mindset from “fixing” yourself to celebrating and rediscovering your innate beauty and potential. So, next time you hold a crystal, remember, it’s not just about what the crystal can do for you. Instead, consider what you can co-create together. Get Damla’s Free Gift: Activate the Light of Your Inner Child Meditation BIO – Damla Aktekin Damla Aktekin is an Inner Child Energetic Wound Healer, Inner Child Intuitive Reader and Astrologer, Crystal Healing Teacher, Soul Healing Writer, and Podcaster who helps other clients and healers move beyond the energetic wounds of their inner children and shine brighter than they thought possible. Then they can fully show up in their lives to heal themselves, their families, and their soul community. Through her own healing journey, she discovered a unique way to approach Crystal Healing, which is based on cultivating a loving, co-creative, and respectful relationship with crystals that activates their limitless healing potential.  Damla’s main teaching is that crystals aren’t things to be used but they are our loving ancestors, kin, and allies in healing and living a life of connection, abundance, creativity, and LOVE. Her Inner Child Healing approach is unique because it is based on a guidance dream she had of visiting Egypt, which later became reality. She is the author of life-changing daily practice journals, creator of the Chakra Bliss Vault Crystal Healing Membership, and the host of the Conversations With Healers Podcast. Website & Social Media Website: https://adropofom.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/adropofom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adropofom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADropofOm The post Are Humans And Crystals Somehow Related? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

In this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast, I’m speaking with Sheree Clark, an inspiring woman known as the “Midlife Courage Coach.” We discussed intuition, midlife transitions and finding courage to live life authentically. How to Trust Yourself in Midlife Sheree became a midlife courage coach because it takes guts to live the second half of your life for yourself after spending the first half living for everyone else. This idea resonates deeply with many women as they reach midlife and begin to reconsider their purpose and priorities. Often, Sheree’s clients grapple with how to transition from their long-standing roles as mothers, daughters, wives and career women to focus on their own dreams and desires. This conviction for needing courage is at the heart of her coaching, where she uses creativity and unique exercises to help clients reconnect with their aspirations. Define the Unknowable During the conversation, I asked Sheree about “knowing the unknowable.” This opened a fun discussion about how intuition appears. Sheree explained that intuition is often misunderstood or overlooked because it isn’t something we can easily define or rationalize. “First, let’s define the unknowable,” Sheree began. “Sometimes people call it intuition, synchronicities, or coinkydinks.” She emphasized that everyone has moments where they just “know” something without being able to explain how they know. These moments of clear intuition can guide you in powerful ways if you choose to listen. That’s why you want to find out how to trust yourself. Types of Intuition Intuition shows up in many ways, like knowing, feelings, or even hearing messages in your head. This doesn’t make you crazy! Sheree shared a personal story about walking into her home 35 years ago for the first time and knowing she would live there for a long time. She described it as “hearing without audibleness” and stressed the importance of recognizing and trusting these intuitive moments. Similarly, in a potentially life-threatening car accident, Sheree felt a calm and clear assurance that she would survive, despite the frightening circumstances. This sense of peace amid chaos is a hallmark of true intuition, differentiating it from fear-based reactions that cause anxiety and stress. Why being intuitive vs. psychic are not the same. Intuition vs. Fear One crucial aspect Sheree highlighted was being able to know the difference between intuition and fear. “When you have a sense of calm about whatever it is you’re ‘downloading,'” Sheree explained, “then it is real intuition.” Fear, on the other hand, is fraught with nervous energy, doubts and physical discomfort. I agreed with this sentiment by sharing how I seek higher vibrations and pause before acting on messages that feel unsettling or fear driven. Intuition often accompanies feeling calm and higher energy. What matters is learning how to trust yourself. Develop Your Intuition To hone intuition, Sheree advises treating it like a game. She suggests simple exercises like predicting the total amount of a grocery bill or guessing the outcomes of conversations. This playful approach helps keep the mind agile and open to inner wisdom without the pressure of being right or wrong. We also underscored the importance of keeping a written record of intuitive insights. By tracking these moments, you can build a reliable track record and bolster self-trust. This practice not only validates intuitive abilities but also brings awareness to how often you receive valuable guidance and messages. Learn more about relying on your inner guidance here. Live Authentically The discussion then shifted to Sheree’s role as a Midlife Courage Coach. She emphasized that midlife is a pivotal time to reclaim your authentic self after years of prioritizing other people. “We’ve spent our whole lives being the dutiful daughter, wife, mother, best friend, employee and boss,” Sheree commented. By midlife, these roles shift and often leave women questioning their identities. Sheree encourages women to explore their true desires and take courageous steps towards living them. In midlife, it’s time to learn how to trust yourself. Courage, in this context, is about daring to prioritize oneself and pursuing passions that were sidelined for years. Embrace Awe and Magic One poignant part of the discussion was about embracing awe and magic in everyday life. Sheree explained her connection with nature and how she communicates with trees, acknowledging their sentience and presence. This practice helps hone her inner guidance and appreciate the interconnectedness that all life has. Again, I agreed with Sheree that noticing and cherishing magical moments expands your energy field, creating space to manifest your desires. By being present and recognizing these wonders, you can stay grounded in the here and now, which is where all power lies. Sheree wrapped up with a powerful reminder: “Trust yourself.” Sheree’s message resonates deeply, especially for those navigating midlife transitions. Trusting your intuition and embracing the courage to live authentically allows you to open to immense opportunities, live more fully and enjoy what is. BIO – Sheree Clark Sheree Clark is a Midlife Courage Coach who calls her practice Fork in the Road. She became a courage coach because she believes “it takes guts to live the second half of your life for you, when you’ve lived the first half for everyone else.” Sheree has written and presented on topics ranging from managing regrets and finding your passion to overcoming career burnout. A serial entrepreneur, Sheree owned a successful advertising agency for over 25 years before pivoting to become a life coach when she was in her 50s. But Sheree didn’t abandon the creativity of the advertising world when she started her coaching practice. She’s well-known for her fun talks and presentations as well as the unique exercises she’s developed to help clients in achieving their goals. Website & Social Media website:  https://fork-road.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ForkRoad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forkintheroadiowa/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/shereeclarkforkroad The post The Secret To Midlife: Learn To Trust Yourself & Live Authentically appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

In this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast, I’m speaking with my friend and admittedly biggest podcast fan, Tracy. We’ll be diving into stories with synchronicity examples, spiritual encounters, signs from the universe, and unexpected visitations. But first, let me tell you the story of how I met Tracy. How I Met Tracy During an Intuitive Reading I was doing for Kristine Genovese, who developed the Bioenergetic Clearing method I often talk about, she asked me to jump in on her next meeting. She had a client, Tracy, who she thought would enjoy learning about her past lives. I agreed. As Kristine introduced me, I recognized Tracy’s name because she had purchased a reading as a gift for her brother. Little did I know, Tracy was a big fan of my podcast. We connected instantly, and it’s been a laughter-filled friendship since. Synchronicity Examples Recently, Tracy and I discussed signs and symbols, and I thought this would make a fantastic topic for the podcast. Tracy and her family have an uncanny ability to notice signs – mostly dimes appearing in the strangest places, but other meaningful symbols too. One of Tracy’s stories involves her grandmother, who after passing away, would leave dimes for the family to find. It started when her grandmother had them open savings accounts at the Dime Savings Bank years before she died. After her passing, the family began finding dimes in unusual places, attributing them to their grandmother’s spirit. Notice synchronicities on your journey Uncanny Coincidences In another mind-boggling story, Tracy’s grandmother announced from her hospital deathbed, that she would pass away in ten days – precisely on the anniversary of her husband’s death 35 years earlier. True to her word, she passed on that exact day. It seems there’s a particular pattern for family members to choose significant anniversaries for their passing, marking their spiritual presence in extraordinary ways. Talk about synchronicity examples! Objects Disappear & Materialize Tracy’s family doesn’t just find dimes. They have experienced all sorts of spiritual phenomena. Tracy shared a story about a vacation when they unexpectedly came across several Italian coins during a break from riding in the tour bus. This unexpected discovery was a reassuring sign that their loved ones were with them, even in Tuscany. Continuing on quirky encounters, Tracy spoke about times when objects seem to materialize or disappear only to reappear later. For instance, Tracy once saw what seemed to be a colorful coupon floating on a main road. She felt compelled to stop the car and pick it up. As she stopped the coupon not only landed just outside the car door, but it had morphed into a real one-dollar bill! Tracy felt her Nanna had heard her request and prayers for money. Similarly, I shared my own strange experience of a pair of jewelry pliers that went missing from my zipper bag. It was there when I closed the bag, but when I went back after lunch, it was gone. Not in the bag or anywhere. Later, I left my desk to do something and when I returned, there were the pliers sitting with all my other jewelry making items. Another crazy synchronicity example! Hear about Synchronicities of Love Recipes from Beyond In another touching tale, Tracy recounted how her brother had asked their mother for a baked egg recipe shortly before she passed away. But she couldn’t find the recipe. After her death, the recipe miraculously appeared inside an unrelated packet about a diet Tracy’s brother had given her. It was stapled at the end but no one knew how it got there. Plus, this additional synchronistic bit – the recipe showed up just in time for the event her brother had been planning! This reinforced their belief in their mother’s ongoing presence. Otherworldly Signs These stories might seem otherworldly to you and a bit far-fetched, but they bring comfort and a sense of continuity for Tracy and her family. And they really happened. From finding dimes to recipes and more, Tracy’s experiences remind you that your loved ones are closer than you think and always watching over you. Share Your Story If you have your own stories of finding signs or encountering the supernatural, I’d love to hear them! Share one of your synchronicity examples in the comments below the podcast and I might mention it in a future podcast. Wouldn’t that be fun? The post Heaven-Sent Dimes: Are Your Loved Ones Communicating? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

Are you curious to know what is light language? Find out what is this is really about and the amazing healing capacity that it offers in this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast. What Is Light Language? Let’s get right to it. I asked my guest, Elies Hadi, what the heck light language is. She explained that it’s simply an energy transmission done through sound, movement, symbols, and even art. In fact, it’s an energy healing modality. Her personal interpretation is that light language (LL) is divine expression – the expression of divinity to your humanity. Next, I asked Elies how she started to channel and become a light language practitioner. It’s a good story because she had a corporate job in banking and thought it was too woo woo for her. She never took a workshop or anything, but she knew other people who did this spiritual work. One day, she took a writing workshop with her mentor, but in the middle her mentor announced, “Your light language is coming out.” Elies said, “Oh no it’s not!” Light Language Activation The mentor said there was something in her throat that wanted to be released. Elies agreed to try and this was her light language activation. Within just five minutes, she started speaking light language! Then she started laughing! My guest explained that she doesn’t understand the words, but gets the overall meaning. It’s so powerful because LL works on you in a multidimensional way – at a deep cellular and soul level. It works beyond the thinking mind. Light Language Healing It’s really hard to interpret the words, but luckily not at all necessary. Light language can provide massive clearings for emotional issues, awaken your gifts, and even help you remember where you come from, like why you incarnated here on earth now. Many clients have remembered the star they came from, their soul parents, and more. Often the reason for being here is learning about love. Feeling it, sharing it, and living it. That’s a great answer to the question, “What is light language and why do I need it?” A lot of people think their purpose is something much bigger that needs to be worked on for years throughout life. But your purpose can be as simple as love, compassion, or forgiveness. I asked Elies why light language has shown up now. It seems relatively new to me. Elies started her journey in 2014, but she thinks it’s been around a long time. People were probably speaking LL but more in private because it’s scary to come out with something that seems strange to people. At this time, volumes of people are awakening which is why so many are activating and remembering light language as well as other energy healing methods. Another way to answer the question of, “What is light language?” is to realize it’s an incredible healing and awakening modality. Remember Your Origin I thought it would be fun to hear a client story and asked Elies for one. She told a story about a client who remember her origin story back to her first name. The client had heard the name before but thought it might be a person she would meet. Instead, it turns out it was actually her own name. But with the light language session, she remembered everything and had what felt like a marvelous home coming. And this activated the client’s own ability to channel light language. She’d been speaking light language since she was five, but she didn’t know what it was. Now, instead of thinking she’d been talking gibberish, she knows it was LL! In addition, her client started to come out of the spiritual closet, beginning with family, and slowly stepping out into the world. She also decided to combine LL with her sound healing practice. What else is LL compatible with? Elies says it can go well with almost any modality and two healers can work together, each doing their own thing. Has Light Language Changed? Originally, Elies started using LL for her own personal healing. The shift could be felt rapidly. Now, her work is about deepening her ability to channel light language. She’s also learning to surrender which is a huge part of anyone’s spiritual journey. What’s really important for people to understand about LL? Elies says that it is safe to receive it. It’s energy healing. Trust your intuition about which channeler you want to work with and try it. A Pleiadian Message of Love This next part is so exciting because Elies channeled the Pleiadians! The message was very aligned with our earlier discussion about coming to earth to learn about love. They say it might sound too simple, but it is a simple truth. Return to your essence of love and express your divinity in your everyday waking moment. Allow yourself to see and feel the energy of love before you go about your day. Can you do and speak and live from this space of love? It can be as simple as putting your hands on your heart to shift your consciousness away from your mind. The love you feel is only a fraction of what is available. As you continue to evolve your soul, you will experience more love in a way that you didn’t even know exists. Your mind can’t understand, yet your heart can feel it in every fiber of your being. This is especially true when you are emotionally challenged, ask what would love do? What a beautiful message! Thank you, Elies, and the Pleiadians! Elies has a Free Gift – Light Language: Abundance Activation http://elieshadi.com/abundanceactivation Plus, 20% off for her Light Language Course  http://elieshadi.com/llod What is light language? Find out in this course and save! BIO: Elies Hadi Elies Hadi has been guiding lightworkers, healers, and starseeds in their awakening journey since 2016. She focuses on helping women to remember their calling, activate their gifts and fulfilling their highest vision. She is also the host of “Starseed Goddess” podcast where she shares about all things woo-woo, in a playful yet powerful way. Website & Social Media Website: https://EliesHadi.com Starseed Goddess Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/starseed-goddess/id1647592478 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elieshadi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elieshadi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elieshadi/ The post What Is Light Language & How Does It Helps You Heal & Evolve? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.

In this episode of the Breathe Love & Magic podcast, I’m talking about the Divine Feminine Goddess. There are so many Goddesses, this will be a two-part presentation. Honestly, this topic could be a weekly podcast itself. There’s so much good stuff to cover and talk about! So Many Goddesses! Every culture has its own flock of fabulous Divine Feminine Goddesses. I’m going to talk about several I am familiar with and have worked with. The episode is organized based on the powers these Goddesses offer including help with love, healing, motherhood and fertility, children, home, abundance, wealth, warrior energy, justice, magic and the dead. Whoa, that’s a lot of stuff they provide! The only Goddess I’ve worked with extensively is Freya. During COVID, I found a magic coach who had encouraged me to try working with a deity. Having never tried this before, I decided to give it a go. Friday is Freya’s Day According to tradition, Friday is Freya’s day and for a full year, I connected with her every week. She’s a prominent Norse Goddess associated with love, fertility, war, beauty, sex, gold, and magic. Her name translates from Old Norse to “(the) Lady”. At first nothing much happened when I’d call to her in my weekly meditation. But over time, she started to show up. In my mind, she’d walk towards me. She gave me gifts, did healing work, and sometimes spoke to me. The healings were sensational. She’d clear energy or send me energy. I saw colors, felt sensations, and listened to her wisdom. It was always a surprise and a good experience for me. One time I saw myself covered in protective metal all around my body. Freya began to peel it back for me. It took more than one session but it all came off. After a year I moved on, but I still feel drawn to this divine feminine goddess, Freya. I found this amazing prayer which will be in the blog post that accompanies the podcast on the breatheloveandmagic.com website or you request a copy by email – ronnie[@]intuitiveedge.biz Freya’s Prayer “Freya Goddess of gold and love, please inspire me today. Teach me to walk through my day with pride in my own being, with confidence and power. Goddess of fiery passion, bless me with the insight to the marrow of my bone that I am a person of worth in the eyes of the Gods and of myself. May I radiate this and transform all I meet. This is my prayer for this day or great and powerful goddess that I might mirror your presence throughout my day. And in return, I shall praise you always and lay amber before your image, consigning it to the scared fires that burn when the day is at its longest. Hail Freya, shining Goddess of gold and love.” I just love that! Must be from my Viking lifetimes – LOL! When working with a divine feminine Goddess, it’s important to feel drawn to her and relate to her. It’s also a good practice to offer gifts which could be water, wine or liquor, honey, sweets, flowers, incense, light a candle, etc. Appealing to Hecate I’ve been told that you need to be careful working with deities because if you want something from them and ask for their help and get it, then you’ll owe them. And apparently, they’ll take what they want even if it’s a sacrifice. Thankfully, I have not had this experience. I once reached out to Hecate when I was at a crossroads in my life. I was told a very specific way to reach out and contact her when asking her for help. In case you don’t know, Hecate is the Goddess of magic, crossroads and witchcraft from ancient Greek religion and myth and often lived or visited the underworld. She can be depicted as a Goddess with three heads thought to represent the past, present and future. Naturally, I changed the ritual because I’m a rebel. I was told Hecate prefers the dark of night, to go alone, and stand at a crossroads to connect with her. Don’t laugh at me but I’m too chicken to do this at night! I haven’t liked the dark since childhood. Instead, I stood at the edge of the wild area behind my home that is open space and untouched. I called to the Divine Feminine Goddess, Hecate, saying her name nine times which is a Feng Shui trick, and singing her name in a tune that just came into my head while standing there. Then I asked her my question. I waited quietly until I heard her speak to me, reassuring me I was headed in the right direction. I had also left an aluminum pie plate with fortune cookies as an offering. My research found that she likes crescent shaped cookies like the moon, so fortune cookies were close and I put honey on them. Hear more about how to harness the divine feminine Butterfly Signs As I opened my eyes, I saw two black butterflies and when I looked up the meaning, it was a message of joy, freedom, love, and hope. Always good to hear. Of course, butterflies are also a sign of transformation since they do the whole caterpillar chrysalis thing. But I felt quite satisfied with this exchange. The next day I went to retrieve the pie plate. It was completely empty with not a crumb or smudge of honey remaining! The animals must have enjoyed or perhaps a goddess… Abundantia – A Roman Goddess The other Divine Feminine Goddess I’ve been working with recently is Abundantia – the Roman Goddess of abundance. She provides prosperity, success and preservation of wealth. I rediscovered her in the fall last year and couldn’t believe it but I had a postcard of her on my shelf in my office for years! I didn’t know who she was but I loved the artwork when I got this and I don’t remember where it came from. Those are three of my extraordinary Goddess stories. My work with Goddesses also includes a Goddess deck of cards by Doreen Virtue. And for six months the spiritual book club I’m in focused on the book Archangels and Ascended Masters which included a lot of Goddesses also by Doreen Virtue. Each week we’d learn about a different goddess, angel or master – so cool! Discover the Secrets of a modern-day Pythian Priestess Now I’m going to go through a list of Goddesses chosen by their gifts and powers. Today I’ll cover Abundance, Home, and Warrior Energy. To hear about each one, you’ll have to listen to the podcast episode. Abundance & Prosperity Abundantia Lakshmi Aeracura Dana Home & Warrior Energy Athena Brigit Maeve Isis Devi Vesta Who Is Your Guide, Goddess, or Angel? If you’re curious about what your guides have to say about life, love, business, career, family, relationships, your spiritual path, and more, schedule an intuitive reading with me today! You’ll find me to be warm, supportive, informative with fabulous insights, compassionate, and fun! The post Which Divine Feminine Goddess Appeals To You Most? appeared first on Intuitive Edge.