Stay Grounded with Raj Jana

“I just made a decision in the seventies when I went to culinary school to change my life and this career and everything that I've done in my career has supported those changes. It's just given me a place to be so grateful because it's been successful.” Chef Rick Moonen is a multi-award-winning celebrity chef and restaurateur known as the “Godfather of Sustainability”. He’s currently the Master Development Chef for Perry’s Restaurants and Chef Advocate for Feast It Forward, which was where we met and recorded this interview. For over 25 years, Chef Rick has been a leading advocate for the sustainable seafood movement. He’s been featured in everything from USA Today, to Forbes, Food & Wine, SAVEUR, and GourmetMagazine. He’s also received a number of awards to acknowledge his advocacy for sustainability including Chef of the Year by the Monterey Bay Aquarium in 2011; and Humanitarian of the Year by the American Culinary Federation in 2013.It was such a privilege to grab this quick conversation with Rick at the Feast It Forward Festival. We chatted about his love for cooking, how he got started, and so much more.“It's just taking a bite out of the ass of life and just riding it out, buddy. That's what it is.” Tune in now to hear Rick and I explore: How Chef Rick Moonen uses cooking to feel connected with himself. When Chef Rick Moonen fell in love with cooking. How Chef’s mom influenced the way he cooked. Understanding your relationship with fear. Cooking for his dogs. Cultivating an adoration for life. And more…“I want to do everything that can't be done because you only get one run through this hole. So why not experience it all? Believe me, I've learned most of what I've learned in my life from making mistakes, but not being afraid to try.”There’s so much power in hearing someone’s origin story and getting an insight into how they found their passion and purpose in life. In this power-packed episode, Chef Rick shares some potent life philosophies that will inspire you to stay grounded in the things you care most about. Contact Info:Instagram >> https://www.instagram.com/chefmoonenWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“When you're triggered, how the hell is your triggered mind supposed to understand the wisdom of the universe?”This episode is my May reflection. As usual, some BIG stuff has been moving through me. The constant challenges and up-levels result from choosing to walk my own unique path through life. When you’re looking for the lessons and practicing a lifestyle of awareness, it’s impossible to NOT grow.  But it’s impossible to avoid frustrating setbacks as well! This month, I found myself asking “Why is this happening to me?” Do you ever find yourself asking that question? For me, this conversation shows up anytime my life doesn’t match my expectations. For example, when I believe something should have happened faster or when I wish I were further along my path.In the past, these thoughts would get me in a funk. But because of my steady reflection practice, I know there’s a lesson I need to learn (or an experience I need to have). I’m learning to let go of my own attachments and align with the universe’s timeline rather than my own. After all, just because you received a vision or an idea in a flash doesn’t mean the world is ready for it. This realization was one of my biggest takeaways from May. I reveal more in this episode. “Life is not about trying to not be human. It is to actually embrace our human. It is to be in the human. It is to feel the pain. It is to be with what is happening in the world. It is to truly connect with what is while also remembering that there is a greater plan.” As usual, your old friend Georgina El Morshdy is here to hold space and help guide the conversation to ensure you get the most out of it. Here’s an overview of the juicy topics and insights that came up. How, as a society, we’ve normalized the wrong things. Why our individual, reflective work contributes to the evolution of our collective consciousness. The impact of big T and little t traumas on our lives. The mind can’t have all the answers. How we react when things don’t happen as fast as we want them to. Reconnecting with our vision. And more…‘The big conundrum that I think that I constantly have to be reminded of is just because it's not happening on my timeline. doesn't mean it's not happening in perfect time.” These monthly reflections are a core element of how I practice a lifestyle of awareness. Sometimes I come to record these episodes with pages of notes. Other times I have fewer written thoughts but a lot of stuff in the air. Part of staying grounded is my monthly ritual to unpack and process what’s coming up. Sure, there are some months when I don’t feel like sitting down to reflect. I question if it’s the best use of my time. But without exception, I’m always glad I made it a priority because the experience always informs clarity and confidence in a path less traveled.I hope that by sharing these reflections with you, they inspire you to embark on your own ritual. Contact Info:Georgina’s Instagram | WebsiteRaj’s contact Instagram | WebsiteWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“In order to serve our family, to serve our friends, to serve the community, we have to serve ourselves.” Self-care is no longer a luxury, It’s a necessity. What’s more, as a culture, we desperately need to transform our definition of self-care. It’s not all luxury massages and delightful bubble baths! Instead, self-care is about asking for help and getting support from your ‘village’ so you can overcome the common inhibitors of time, guilt, shame, and negativity bias. Jaime McFadden is an international self-care specialist, health coach, and thought-leader on cultivating a lifestyle of guilt-free wellness. She’s also the host of the What’s The Word podcast. I recorded this conversation LIVE on Memorial Day Weekend at Feast It Forward festival in Napa. I was so inspired by Jaime’s story of holistic self-care backed by a village of support. Jaime is a bold, vibrant soul with masses of energy. I was mesmerized by her story and her vision. In this episode, she shared publicly for the first time the life experiences that took her to the brink and inspired her to bring a self-care message to the world. Don’t miss it!  “I'm going to choose me for the rest of my life, no matter what that takes.”As a busy mom and successful entrepreneur, Jaime’s story is proof of what’s possible when we choose ourselves. With the right support, you can hold a lot! For example, Jaime was in full-on book launch mode during the Feast It Forward festival. Her NEW book WAVES of Self-Care is out now. Jaime wrote this book to inspire people to dig deep and discover what they need to enhance their well-being, one baby step at a time. Here’s an overview of all the awesome things we got to chat about. Redefining the word selfish. Why do we sometimes need to hit burnout before we’ll ask for help?Life is precious. Surrendering the need to hold on. How Jaime’s childhood dreams, premonitions, and visions pushed her to the brink.  The power of micro-choices on the recovery journey. Experiencing life as a wave. How our presence sparks a ripple of impact. The healing power of self-care. And more…In a world where so much is demanded of us, prioritizing self-care and asking for help is one of the most empowering things we can do. I hope this beautiful conversation with Jaime inspires you to build yourself a village and prioritize your self-care. “The best way that we can present ourselves to the world is when we've actually been a little selfish.” Contact Info:InstagramBuy Jaime’s book >>> WAVES of Self-CareWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nina Lombardo, founder of The Way of Devotion, empowers women to express their spiritual and sexual authenticity. In this conversation, she discusses the reclamation of feminine energy and its essential link to love and self-awareness. Nina dives into the dynamics of soul versus ego, emphasizing the clarity of the soul's voice. They explore the importance of embodying both masculine and feminine energies for deeper connections, along with the transformative power of devotion and the significance of breath to find grounding amid chaos.

“When you have that time and space to really reflect and sit in your s**t, to be able to actually be there with it and feel it, sit in it, process it, you quickly develop your boundaries, your parameters, you know what you won't do in the future.” What if there was a place in the world where you could recalibrate to your soul’s calling - AKA your geographical home. Zarak Fatah is a transformational Life Coach who guides male entrepreneurs to experience more aliveness, love, deeper meaning, and purpose through his events and coaching. Zarak is a man who walks his talk. His 40th birthday brought a stark, undeniable realization that he wasn’t where he wanted to be (and where he thought he would be). This wake-up was the catalyst for igniting a 180-degree shift in his life. Zarak swapped the city for the jungle, reinvented himself, and as a result, is now living his dream of a healthy, balanced, fulfilling life. In this episode, he shares how he got here. “Wipe the slate clean. I can now be whoever I want to be.”If you feel the call to reinvent your life and step more fully into what your soul intended, this delicious conversation is the catalyst you need. These are the key takeaways that Zarak and I explored together:What does it mean to be ALIVE?Stepping away from aspects of life to more deeply connect with yourself. Why we’re called to specific geographical locations. How stepping away elevates your clarity. Differentiating between the voices of obligation and vanity versus truth. The unintentional choices that change us to the core. The difference between masculine & feminine energy.What the ego protects us from. The journey of reparenting yourself. Rewriting the stories to change your life. Choosing to believe that love is safe. And more…This episode is a masterclass in vulnerability. You rarely get to see someone pouring out their heart in such an open and honest way. There’s not enough vulnerability in our world. As a result, it’s hard for us to cultivate deep connections and express the buried things in our souls. Zarak is an incredible example of what it means to not only be vulnerable but to use the courage to show up as fuel to inspire others. I believe the more we see vulnerability, the more we can pattern match to its safety. Eventually, being vulnerable becomes a genuine option for you. Imagine how that could change our lives - and ultimately the world. “They say the longest journey is from the head to the heart, right. That’s the longest journey we’ll ever go on.”Contact Info:https://www.zarkfatah.com Instagram - http://instagram.com/zarkfatahWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Tuning into silence is just taking time to listen to nothing in particular… just tuning into the simple essence of what is.”The WHO has ranked noise pollution as only second to air pollution in its impact on human well being. Our world has become noisier and noisier. We’re constantly bombarded with stimuli and notifications competing for our attention. As a result, it’s becoming harder than ever to disconnect from external chaos and sink into the depths within. Justin Zorn & Leigh Marz are the authors of Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise. Their perspectives and work on reclaiming the presence of silence in our lives has been taught to the U.S. Congress, Harvard, and Google. Justin & Leigh are committed to empowering people to reclaim silence in their lives - so they can experience the joy of connection, rest, and deep listening. Justin & Leigh are here to remind us that silence does exist in the world. We just have to find it, honor it, and sink into it. In turn, we’ll experience mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health benefits.“Silence is the prerequisite for everything we need to do.”I love how embodied Justin & Leigh are with their message around silence. The conversation we had was so rich and mindful. Together, we unpacked the psychology and science of silence from so many different angles and perspectives.Key takeaways include: Defining silence. Silence, noise and their relationship with productivity & GDP. Understanding health issues & life years lost because of auditory noise. Becoming aware of our internal noise. Differentiating between stress & aliveness. How to tune into silence. How Cyrus Habib became a connoisseur of creation. Seeking ‘eudaimonia’. Exploring the discomfort of being. Why Pythagoras required members of his inner circle to spend five years in silence. And more…If you’re ready to allow silence to be your greatest teacher, tune into this powerful episode to learn how to embody the practice of silence. In turn, you’ll discover how to access new depths of who you are through connectedness, slowness, and pristine quite.  “All wisdom, traditions revere silence. There's old technology here to be accessed and I think that's the realm we're in.”Contact Info:Check out www.leighmarz.comCheck out www.justinzorn.comWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I really feel like I'm getting to that point where I now know when something undesirable is happening, like a trigger it's here to teach me something and it's on me. It's my responsibility to understand what that is.”This episode is my personal reflection for April 2022. Looking back, April was a very triggering month for me. I had a lot of things happening in my work, my relationships, and my relationship with self. It’s been an emotionally charged month. It was tough navigating everything and the combination of experiences made me feel exposed. In turn, I instinctively sought external validation from those I love. As I shined the light of awareness on this pattern, I was able to uncover the learning opportunity. I saw the invitation to deepen further into self-love. I heard the call to take responsibility to fill up my own cup. To create internal validation. To know at a deeper level who I am is enough. It’s been a beautiful journey that’s sparked so much growth - and I can’t wait to share it with you in this episode. “My mind wants to go out there and create, and it's constantly looking for ways to screw up a good thing, to stay angry, to stay mad because that is familiar.”As usual, my good friend and muse Georgina EL Morshdy is here to hold space and guide the conversation. As you’ll hear in the episode, a lot of what I’m processing around validation and perception is something Georgina’s also working on. The synchronicities are magical. In this episode, Georgina & I explore:Listening to others through the lens of presence.How I’m deepening into my triggers. Conditioning ourselves to find love within. How staying grounded connects me with my power. Discerning the energy that you’re making decisions from. Remembering who I really am. Who would you be if you followed your heart & flowed with life? Why every emotional experience is an opportunity to learn. And more…What I love most about my monthly reflection episodes. It's that the insights I share come from my lived experiences. I'm not planning to have these lessons. I'm not trying to find things to share with you! Instead, these growth opportunities show up for me organically. Using the lens of reflection and awareness, I make sure I learn from them. I hope you find something in here that benefits your lived experiences. “The only way to actually heal that perception was to fill my own cup up and give myself what I needed instead of seeking it from other people. The change that is inspired in my life is monumental.” Contact Info:Raj details >> www.rajjana.com InstagramGeorgina >>> www.findyouryou.co.uk Instagram. We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Can I love what it is and love it exactly the way it is?”Phoebe Mroczek is my soul sister and one of the most inspiring women I know. She’s been on a relentless pursuit of the greatest levels of love in herself over the past few years and I’ve witnessed her transformation first-hand. Her desire to step into new levels of leadership for herself, her relationship, and her work is so inspiring. And in this multi-faceted conversation, we explore it all. What does self-love really look like, why we need to befriend the body instead of transcending it, how to accept ALL of life (not just the good bits) - and so much more. “I've been very spiritual, very outside my body which has been great. And I've kind of lived in the clouds and loved in the clouds and created from there and to actually get into my body… it's not real until it clicks for you.” Phoebe Mroczek is the advisor for people who feel unclear, unfulfilled, or unsatisfied with multiple areas of their lives. As an energetic intelligence leader and a media personality in the consciousness space, Phoebe empowers people to create an incredible life, not just a thriving business. As a curious explorer and recovering perfectionist, she’s traveled to nearly 70 countries on 6 continents, been cage diving with great white sharks, camped in the Serengeti, and motorcycled across 15 countries in Europe.Tune in now to hear Phoebe and I explore: What does a practice of presence look like? Converting knowledge into mastery. The life-changing impact of getting into the body. Re patterning the internal dialogue to empower yourself.The potent opportunity for women right now. The most beautiful compliment you can give yourself and others. The self-love scavenger hunt.Questions and tactics for deepening into your self-love journey. How relationships hold the power to cultivate deeper levels of self-love. And more…If you’re looking for a shot of inspiration that will connect you back to the truth of who you are, this episode is for you. Tune in now. “You can't love what you can't accept.”Contact Info:www.unbecomingpodcast.comhttps://www.facebook.com/phoebemroczek1https://www.instagram.com/phoebemroczek/https://www.phoebemroczek.comWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The most important thing that you can ever give another person is your loving presence.”I first met this episode’s guest at a dinner. We had an instant connection that led to a deep spiritual conversation. Since that moment, I’ve been so excited to have Dr. Amy Albright on the show. Dr. Amy’s audacious ownership of who she is inspires me, and I was curious about how one develops the courage to know themselves so deeply. How do you reach the place of trusting your intuition so fearlessly? How do you live a life fully guided by the wisdom within? This episode is a spiritual journey - almost a 101 for the role of spirituality in these changing times. We cover a LOT, and in particular, explore the incredibly important role that presence plays as an activator, a catalyst, and a gateway to a soul-led life.“When we're really, really present with someone else, there's actually an energetic layer that opens up in our field and merges with the other.”Dr. Amy Albright is on a mission to advance humanity. She’s a top-tier executive coach, and strategic business advisor to high-level CEOs, leaders of multi-million & billion-dollar companies, and social change makers. With over 20 years’ experience, Dr. Amy serves as the life-changing catalyst in her clients’ lives. Through her unorthodox methods, Dr. Amy guides her clients through extraordinary transformations using her cutting-edge blend of neuroscience, consciousness, personal development, and business success. As the co-founder of Holon Evolution, Dr. Amy works to reinvent the operating system for leaders, so they can fulfill their life’s purpose and accomplish their soul’s calling. Her work is potent, powerful, and profound. Our conversation was so rich and delicious. Amy has access to an incredible depth of wisdom and information. She blew me away and I know she’ll do the same for you too. Here’s an overview of everything we explored: What is spiritual intuition?Why do some people wake up and others don’t? Leaning into moments of truth. Remembering and reconnecting with indigenous wisdom. What is a spiritual gift? Expanding our level of consciousness. What is presence?The most important thing you can give to another. What’s happening in presence. The Holon Breath Practice for activating presence.Bifurcation is why we suffer. The potency of making meaning from nature. “We, as mammals, are designed to be inside of that state of presence and for that state of presence to be super healing. So as soon as we go into that, it's sort of self fulfills.” If you’re ready to discover the magic that can happen inside of presence - as well as some techniques that can take you there - do not miss this incredible conversation with Dr. Amy Albright. Contact Info:Website: https://holonevolution.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-game-changerWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“When we begin to understand that our challenges are there to point us in certain directions so that we will focus on those specific things in our lifetime, then it's exactly what we need to be working on.” I love having previous guests back on the show. The new conversation reminds me how far I’ve come in my own journey of awareness. I’ll always remember the first time I met Ron Baker because until that moment, I knew nothing about the concept of an inner child. Ron was one of the first teachers that taught me to go within for the answers, the awareness, and the healing. His impact on me was profound. In this conversation, we pick up the theme of the inner child and expand it to embrace the emerging self. We explore the intense wisdom that your soul’s curriculum has as you navigate this incarnation on earth. We talk about Ron’s new book and how it’s been inspired by his soul. No book can match the book of the soul and it's clear that Ron’s new book was written from the most soulful of places. “There are deeper truths that you are waiting to find and grow into.”This conversation is so rich and delicious. Tune in now to hear Ron and I explore: Understanding the concept of a soul emergence. What self-care is and what it isn’t. How to know what’s your truth. The concept of: Do unto yourself what you would do to others. Using breath to release stored emotion safely.Claiming self as the main prize.Ron’s experience of doing an audible recording of his book. And more… There’s so much freedom in discovering what the soul is here to do. There’s so much peace in understanding that our wounding helps create a soul curriculum for this life that serves to expand and evolve us. In this beautiful episode, Ron helps us remember the depth of truth that can be found inside. After all, when we know it’s there, we feel compelled to go and find it. “Just think about all the facets of self. There is so dang much for us to learn and grow into and discover about self. Just self.”Contact Info:Check out Ron’s site - https://www.ronbaker.netGet Ron’s book on Amazon - Bright Lights, Big Empty. We thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.