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Becoming Spiritual, hosted by Heather Dolan, is a podcast for seekers of all levels, exploring what it truly means to awaken the wisdom, wonder and magic within. Through heartfelt conversations with practitioners, healers and spiritual thought leaders, we explore the many modalities and paths of spiritual awakening. Wherever you are on your journey, this is your space to explore, grow, and connect. New episodes every other week.
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The drum is the living heartbeat of the Earth: a primal, mysterious rhythm shared by every human and every creature on the planet. For ceremonial guide and Drum Doula Mia Luz, it is sacred shamanic medicine: a living relationship shaped by intention, reciprocity, Earth connection and deep respect for spirit. Earlier this year, I felt called to work with a drum of my own. What followed was a deep, physical and emotional experience of creation and connection. In this conversation, I ask Mia to help me understand what was happening beneath the practical steps of that process (and why the drum seemed to call me in the first place). Mia shares how her own journey led her on a path of healing from debilitating illness toward the heartbeat of Pachamama. She describes how ancestral wisdom and Indigenous teachings, along with an ever-deepening connection to the Original Mother of Drums (the sacred feminine creator), helped open her to the intuitive process she has developed to guide each drum's creation. We talk about the ceremony, breath, song and animal respect woven through her workshops; the sacred geometry of her distinctive lacing; and the seven-day gestation and awakening process each drum moves through. Through Mia's work, drum medicine becomes something we can experience as well as hear: carrying the spirit of the animal, the hands and intentions that brought the drum into being, and the ancient heartbeat of the Earth forward with every beat. Connect with Mia Instagram: @drumdoula Website: http://www.drumdoula.com Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/drumdoula Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls. Enjoy the episode xo
Our bodies are constantly giving us information. But how much of it do we notice? Anna Zahn, founder of The Wild Aura and co-founder of Human Resonance Mechanics, has spent years exploring that question through energy work, neuroscience, experimentation and play. Her curiosity has taken her from intuitive healing into remote viewing and telekinesis, where something as simple as a spinning piece of foil became an unexpected way to observe focus, perception and her own internal state. Anna shares what happened when workshop participants tested their ability to sense hidden information, why our bodies may be picking up more than we consciously realize, and how trying too hard can actually interfere with what we're attempting to perceive. Along the way, she offers practical ways to become a better observer of your own signals, strengthen your intuitive awareness and explore your abilities with less pressure and more curiosity. Connect with Anna Instagram: @the.wild.aura ( https://www.instagram.com/the.wild.aura/ ) TikTok: @thewildaura ( https://www.tiktok.com/@thewildaura ) The Wild Aura: https://thewildaura.com Human Resonance Mechanics: https://humanresonancemechanics.com Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls. Enjoy the episode xo
Debashree Turel spent decades designing cities before an unexpected stream of sacred symbols and geometric drawings began leading her toward an entirely different kind of architecture. Her journey eventually brought her to the Master Ascension Light Codes, New Earth gridwork and a collaboration with Kelly Kolodney that has taken them to sacred sites around the world. Debashree shares how these intricate artworks became living repositories of energetic information, and the remarkable synchronicities that followed (including carrying a crystal egg from Everest to the Arctic and an unexpected encounter with Matías De Stefano). We also explore the ancient Vedic wisdom underlying her spiritual practice and why she sees even our relationship with AI through the lens of balance rather than separation. Debashree's journey suggests that the worlds we call ancient, modern, physical and energetic may not be separate worlds at all, but different expressions of the very same architecture. Connect with Debashree Instagram: @debashreeturel Buy the Master Ascension Light Codes Oracle Deck: https://theangelraphael.com/product/oracle-deck/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls. Enjoy the episode xo
The Becoming Spiritual community asked. Spirit answered. In this special live channeling session, our guest Crystal Roberts channels answers to questions submitted by listeners, sharing guidance on the challenges, uncertainties, and spiritual themes many of us are experiencing right now. From navigating intense collective energies and finding the right spiritual community to supporting intuitive children, daily grounding practices, and remembering our own inner wisdom, a wide range of questions are explored, but one message quietly weaves through them all: the answers we seek often become clearer when we stop rushing long enough to listen. Whether one message speaks directly to where you are today or another finds you exactly when you need it, this is a conversation to return to, because sometimes the guidance we're searching for arrives through someone else's question. Connect with Crystal Instagram: @WatermelonWellness_ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast What we cover: Why community matters more than ever: Crystal shares why finding spiritually aligned people isn't just comforting, but an important part of how we're moving through this period of change. Simple daily rituals that create profound shifts: From nature and gratitude to intention-setting and energetic cleansing, the conversation focuses on accessible practices rather than complicated spiritual techniques. Supporting spiritually aware children: Practical guidance for nurturing children's intuition with curiosity instead of fear or dismissal. What spirit says about the intense energies many people are experiencing: Why so many people feel emotionally and physically stretched, and how to respond with greater compassion for ourselves. Discernment as a spiritual practice: Listening to your own inner knowing and why this is so important right now. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls. Enjoy the episode xo
What if healthcare focused less on managing symptoms and more on understanding why we're unwell in the first place? Dr. Rachael Clark believes that's where the future of medicine is headed. After years in conventional medicine, her own experience with chronic illness led her to question everything she thought she knew about healing, and inspired a more holistic approach that looks beyond diagnosis to the root cause of disease. Together, we explore what happens when curiosity about the body's own signals becomes a core component of healthcare. From the Medical Medium protocols for detoxing heavy metals and environmental toxins to the role of energy healing in being healthy and whole, this conversation asks how conventional and holistic approaches might work together, and why partnering with the body can completely transform the way we think about healing. You may come away seeing your body a little differently...not as something that's working against you, but as something that's been trying to help you heal all along. Connect with Dr. Rachael Clark Virtual Courses: www.villagehealingcircle.com Medical Practice: www.villagehealthandhealing.com Aria Drip Lounge: www.ariadriplounge.com Instagram: @rachaelclark.md www.instagram.com/rachaelclark.md Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
What comes to mind when you hear the word witch? For many of us, it's an image shaped by folklore, popular culture and centuries of misunderstanding. But behind those stories is a living spiritual tradition rooted in nature, ritual, community and personal sovereignty. In this conversation, Heather sits down with Wiccan elder Arianna Zane, who was raised in the Wiccan religion, to explore what Wicca actually is and how it has evolved into the modern world. Together they unpack the history of Wicca, the Wheel of the Year, covens, spellwork and seasonal rituals, while exploring why many practices associated with witchcraft may not be as unfamiliar as they first appear. Rather than asking listeners to adopt a new belief system, this conversation offers a thoughtful reframe of one of today's most misunderstood spiritual traditions. Along the way, it invites us to reconsider the role of ritual, intention, community and our relationship with the natural world through a different lens. About Arianna Arianna is a Wiccan Elder raised in the Wiccan religion, and currently educates fellow magic workers in their personal practices. She can be found creating magic at the Serpent and the Dove in Mullica Hill, New Jersey. When she's not dancing in the woods with her coven, she is discovering magic in the everyday with her son and husband. Connect with Arianna Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cerddwrcoedwig/ Events: https://serpentandthedove.com/gatherings/ Listen to our interviews with Stephanie and Beth from Serpent and the Dove here: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/e/exploring-earth-magic/ https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/e/exploriring-the-divine-with-beth-barling/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
What happens when you achieve everything you thought would make you happy, only to discover something is still missing? In this episode, Heather sits down with Laurice Lambert, founder and CEO of Aligned Health Law, to explore the gap that can exist between external success and internal fulfillment. After building a highly successful legal career and reaching many of the milestones she had spent years pursuing, Laurice found herself confronting a question she couldn't ignore: Is this really it? Together, they discuss the role intuition played in some of the biggest decisions of her life, the challenges of leaving familiar paths behind, the lessons that emerged through uncertainty and loss, and how community, self-awareness, and spiritual growth helped her create a life and business that feels deeply aligned with her values. Connect with Laurice Website: https://www.alignedhealthlaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aligned-health-law/ Listen to our interview about finding your purpose with Executive Coach Jessica Joines here: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/e/exploring-purpose-with-jessica-joines/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
Sarah Breskman Cosme is a master hypnotist, best-selling author, and one of the most recognized voices in the world of hypnosis, past life regression, and higher consciousness. In this conversation, Sarah shares what hypnosis really is and how it can help us access (and even heal) deeper parts of ourselves that often remain hidden beneath the noise of everyday life. Together, Heather and Sarah explore the connection between hypnosis, self-healing, intuition, and the powerful expanse of human potential. Sarah shares her own journey into this work, explains how she researches consciousness through hypnosis, and offers insights into why so many people are being called to look within rather than outside themselves for answers at this important time in human history. Whether you're curious about hypnosis, exploring your spiritual path, or looking for new ways to navigate an increasingly complex world, this conversation is an invitation to reconnect with your own inner wisdom and remember the power that has always existed within you. Episode Resources: Sarah's books discussed this episode: A Hypnotist's Journey to Atlantis A Hypnotist's Journey to Avalon A Hypnotist's Journey to The Secrets of The Sphinx A Hypnotist's Journey From The Trail To The Star People About Sarah Breskman Cosme Sarah Breskman Cosme is a best-selling author, Master Hypnotist, past life regressionist, and Level 3 practitioner of Dolores Cannon’s Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique. Her work explores the deeper layers of consciousness, ancient wisdom, past lives, and the mysteries of human existence. Sarah has trained with Dr. Brian Weiss and Julia Cannon, has assisted in teaching QHHT around the world, and was the recipient of the 2023 Dolores Cannon Award for her research in spiritual and metaphysical exploration. Connect with Sarah Website: theholistichypnotist.com YouTube: youtube.com/c/SarahBreskmanCosmeHypnosis Patreon: patreon.com/15519280/ Instagram: instagram.com/sarahbreskmancosme Facebook: facebook.com/SarahBreskmanCosme Retreats and Events: theholistichypnotist.com/upcoming-events Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
In this special episode of Becoming Spiritual, Heather is joined by retreat co-host Crystal Roberts and two attendees, Jenne and Bridget, for a heartfelt reflection on the Ley Lines of Your Spirit retreat. Rather than a formal recap, this conversation offers an intimate glimpse into what unfolded when a group of like-hearted souls came together in a safe, supportive space for healing, connection, and spiritual exploration. Together, they reflect on the power of community, the experience of returning to everyday life after a deeply held retreat container, and the unexpected gifts that emerged. Jenne shares how the retreat activated a new sense of purpose and spiritual ability, while Bridget reflects on feeling as though she had “woken up” after years of moving through life half-asleep. This episode is an invitation to remember the healing that becomes possible when we are witnessed, supported, and surrounded by people who can meet us without judgment. Whether you’ve attended a retreat before or are simply longing for deeper spiritual community, this conversation may inspire you to seek (or create) the spaces your soul is asking for. Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
This week, we’re doing something a little different. We’re sharing a recent interview from the Spiritual Warrior Coach, where Barbara Savin sits down with Heather for a conversation about spiritual awakening, career change, authenticity, and the often uncomfortable process of becoming who you really are. If you’ve ever felt caught between the life you’ve built and the person you’re becoming, this episode will likely resonate deeply. We hope you enjoy this special feature while Heather takes a short integration break after hosting the recent Ley Lines of Your Spirit retreat - she'll be back with you in the next episode. Listen to the Spiritual Warrior Coach Podcast with Barbara Savin Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spiritual-warrior-coach-podcast/id1579990706 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4hleeZ2ucrAWLpC6GdZTjt?si=8696cd2585564913 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thespiritualwarriorcoach Website: https://www.barbarasavin.com/spiritual-warrior-podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barbara.savin.2025 Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
There are ways of knowing that don’t come through logic alone. Intuition, dreams, synchronicity, energy, and the quiet inner signals many of us have been taught to dismiss can all become pathways back to ourselves. In this episode, Heather sits down with Leslie Wolf Baker to explore shamanism through a grounded, accessible lens. Leslie describes shamanism as “walking between two worlds” - the practical world we live in each day and the deeper unseen world of intuition, energy, dreams, and spirit. Together, they explore altered states of consciousness, the healing potential of theta brain states, dream symbolism, spirit guides, power animals, and the role of gratitude in daily life. Leslie also shares her personal path from law librarian to psychotherapist and shamanic practitioner, and how grief became a doorway into deeper remembering. If you’ve ever sensed there is more to life than what can be measured, this conversation offers a thoughtful invitation to trust your own inner knowing and reconnect with the wisdom already within you. Episode Resources: Books discussed this episode: Shaman, Healer, Sage by Albert Villoldo The Way of the Shaman by Michael Harner Awakening to the Spirit World by Sandra Ingerman Memories, Dreams and Reflections by Carl Jung Podcasts discussed: Shaman's Cave with Sandra Ingerman About Leslie Leslie Wolf Baker is a licensed psychotherapist and shamanic practitioner who blends modern psychology with ancient healing wisdom. Her work helps people reconnect with intuition, heal old patterns, and access deeper levels of self-understanding through practices such as dream work, journeying, and spiritual inquiry. Connect with Leslie Website: soulutionalchemy.com Instagram: @soulutionalchemy LAST CHANCE TO JOIN US ON RETREAT! If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. We have only 3 spots left, so if you’ve been contemplating joining us, this is your sign. Click here to register: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
Sometimes the path we think we’re meant to follow quietly shifts, and something deeper begins to emerge. In this episode, Heather is joined by Satya Scainetti, founder of Satya Jewelry, whose journey from social work to spiritual entrepreneurship unfolded through intuition and a powerful inner calling. Satya shares how moments of uncertainty (including witnessing 9/11) led her toward meditation, yoga, and ultimately a dream that inspired her to create jewelry rooted in intention, healing, and truth. What began as a creative expression evolved into a purpose-led business, one that not only inspires personal growth, but also gives back to children around the world through the Satya Foundation. This conversation explores trusting intuitive guidance, creating with intention, and designing a life that blends creativity, purpose, and service. Meaningful work doesn’t always follow a straight line. But when we follow what feels true, we often find ways to both express ourselves and make an impact beyond what we imagined. Special offer for Becoming Spiritual Listeners: Get 15% off storewide at satyajewelry.com with code SPIRITUAL15 About Satya Satya Scainetti is the founder and CEO of Satya Jewelry, a brand inspired by spiritual journeys and the belief that in a world where paths are many, we celebrate the truth that unites us all. After over 30 years of exploring diverse spiritual and cultural traditions, Satya felt called to create jewelry that not only heals and empowers but also gives back to children in need. Connect with Satya Shop Satya Jewelry: https://www.satyajewelry.com/ USE CODE SPIRITUAL15 for 15% off Workshops and events: https://www.satyajewelry.com/pages/events-workshops Donate to Satya Foundation: https://www.satyajewelry.com/pages/satyafoundation Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/satyajewelry/ Tiktok- https://www.tiktok.com/@satyajewelry Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/satyajewelry/ JOIN US ON RETREAT IN MAY If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. To learn more about this special event, or register to attend, visit the link below: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
This special anniversary episode marks one year of the Becoming Spiritual podcast, and for Heather, a powerful moment to celebrate one of the most foundational practices woven through every conversation: gratitude. In this solo reflection, Heather shares how gratitude has shaped her life over the past year as a daily practice that supports mental clarity, emotional resilience, and a deeper connection to self. She explores both the science and the lived experience of gratitude, including how it can shift perspective, regulate the nervous system, rewire the brain and help move through difficult moments with greater steadiness. If you’re navigating uncertainty, seeking more presence, or simply wanting to feel more connected to your life as it is, this episode offers simple, grounded ways to begin or deepen your own gratitude practice, elevate your vibration and invite more peace and joy into your life. Episode Resources David Hawkins Map of Consciousness: https://shorturl.at/ejrQf Video explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KGBLuFdas8 The Gratitude Trick That Helps Mood and Sleep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYhQA7lQ68U&list=PLMicIsN00iB_SFqXkXNzSnmLWB2re688i&index=32 The Science of Being Thankful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCs2gAaqvIs&list=PLMicIsN00iB_SFqXkXNzSnmLWB2re688i&index=17 JOIN US ON RETREAT IN MAY If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. To learn more about this special event, or register to attend, visit the link below: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
What if healing isn’t something we need to seek externally, but something we already carry within us? In this episode, Heather is joined by Dr. Eric Lake, an osteopathic physician who bridges traditional medicine with energetic and spiritual healing. Together, they explore the body as an intelligent, interconnected system, where structure, emotion, belief, and energy all play a role in how we experience health. Dr. Lake shares his journey from conventional sports medicine into a more holistic, intuitive approach to healing, including the pivotal life (and near-death) experiences that reshaped his understanding of the body and its capacity to restore itself. This conversation invites listeners to reconsider what healing really means. From the role of belief and nervous system regulation to the subtle ways energy flows through the body, this episode offers a grounded yet expansive perspective on wellness that reminds us that healing starts with us, and may be far more accessible than we’ve been taught to believe. About Dr. Eric Lake Dr. Eric Lake, DO, is an osteopathic physician who blends traditional medical training with holistic and energy-based approaches to healing. With a background in family and sports medicine, his work focuses on the body as an interconnected system—supporting patients through osteopathic manipulation, nervous system regulation, and subtle energy work to restore balance, clarity, and overall wellbeing. Connect with Dr. Lake Website: www.renewosteopathy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RenewOsteopathic JOIN US ON RETREAT IN MAY If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. To learn more about this special event, or register to attend, visit the link below: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
What happens when the life you carefully built no longer feels aligned? In this deeply reflective conversation, Heather sits down with writer, teacher, and consciousness scholar Dr. Rima Bonario to explore the profound spiritual territory of endings. Rima shares her personal experience of stepping away from a thriving body of work, navigating the end of a long-term relationship, and entering what she describes as “the fertile void”: a space where identity, certainty, and familiar structures begin to dissolve. Together they explore how listening to the wisdom of the body can guide us through major life transitions, why endings are an essential part of every cycle of growth, and how our culture often resists the natural rhythms of creation and dissolution. Rather than rushing to rebuild, Rima invites us to stay present with uncertainty and trust the deeper intelligence unfolding beneath it. If you’ve ever felt yourself standing between chapters, unsure of what comes next, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective, and a powerful reminder that sometimes the most important transformation happens in the quiet space where something has ended, but the next beginning has not yet appeared. Episode Resources Book: The Fourth Turning Is Here (2023) by Neil Howe About Dr. Rima Bonario Dr. Rima Bonario is a writer and teacher exploring attentional sovereignty, graceful endings, and Keeper Work - the practice of remaining human and coherent during times of profound change. With over 30 years in psychology, consciousness studies, and embodied spiritual practice, she helps people relocate authority from external systems back into the living intelligence of the heart. She is the author of the bestselling book The Seven Queendoms and holds a doctorate in Transformational Psychology. Rima’s work weaves depth psychology, myth, and lived experience to guide individuals and communities through meaningful transitions with clarity, integrity, and resilience. Connect with Rima Website: https://rimabonario.com Bloom Temple Mystery School: https://rimabonario.com/bloomtemple Free Mini Courses: The Lost Art of Ritual: https://usebloomoils.com/ritual Anointing The Sacred Heart: https://www.usebloomoils.com/sacredheart Free Mobile App: Bloom Temple Connect with Rima on Instagram Get Rima's book, The Seven Queendoms: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57302944-the-seven-queendoms JOIN US ON RETREAT IN MAY If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. To learn more about this special event, or register to attend, visit the link below: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls. Conversation Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to the Becoming Spiritual podcast 01:48 Why this conversation is different: sharing transformation while it’s happening 05:28 Meeting Rima and the surprising truth behind her current life transition 09:29 Understanding the deeper signals that it’s time for change 16:08 Listening to the body’s wisdom instead of pushing through 23:18 Questioning work, identity, and purpose during major life shifts 26:02 Entering the void and allowing space for grief, rest, and renewal 33:17 Recognizing when systems or structures have reached their natural end 39:17 How personal transformation mirrors collective societal change 48:12 Creation and destruction as natural cycles of life 58:55 The spiritual practice of embracing uncertainty 01:04:14 Practical guidance for navigating the void 01:07:20 Releasing external expectations and listening to your own voice 01:09:29 Why graceful endings matter
Power. It’s a word that can feel charged, heavy, even triggering. We’re taught from a young age that power lives outside of us, in institutions, in titles, in money, in authority figures. But what if that definition is incomplete? What if the discomfort we feel around power is actually an invitation to redefine it? In this episode, Heather sits down with Emily Frieze-Kemeny to explore how power shapes our world (from corporate systems to family dynamics) and how it quietly shapes us. Together, they unpack why traditional models of “power over” create isolation, fear, and disconnection, and how those patterns show up not just in leadership, but in our own nervous systems. This conversation bridges neuroscience and spirituality, offering a deeper understanding of why we feel controlled at times, and how we begin reclaiming our sovereignty. If you’ve been feeling the cracks in old systems… if you’ve been questioning authority, your career, or your place in the world… this conversation is an invitation to remember that true power is presence. And it starts within. About Emily Frieze-Kemeny Emily is the CEO and Founder of the leadership and organizational change consulting and coaching firm, AROSE Group. Emily and her coaches and consultants work with individuals, teams, and organizations to "Bridge Humanity and Profitability”. In addition to being a leadership advisor and coach, Emily is a multi-modality wellness practitioner certified in numerous healing and therapeutic modalities. She is also the host of the podcast, Let’s Talk, People, where leaders and people managers come to unpack their hardest-to-navigate people dynamics at work. Connect with Emily Listen to Emily's podcast: Let's Talk People Visit Emily's website: AROSE Group Connect with Emily on LinkedIn and Instagram Get your free Pivot Player tools at pivotplayer.com JOIN US ON RETREAT IN MAY If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. To learn more about this special event, or register to attend, visit the link below: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
What really happens at a spiritual retreat? In this special episode, Crystal Roberts and I sit down to talk about the transformative power of spiritual retreats: why we feel so called to them, what actually happens in these containers, and why community is such a vital part of healing and personal growth. We share our own experiences attending and hosting retreats, the magic that unfolds when like-minded souls come together, and how retreats create space for vulnerability, integration, deep connection, and unexpected transformation. We talk about the energy of the land, the importance of being present in nature, and why sometimes the most powerful shifts happen in between the scheduled sessions... around the fire, in the kitchen at midnight, or during quiet moments by the water. We also share details about our upcoming retreat in Arkansas (held during Beltane and under the full moon) and the ceremonies, channeling, cacao, reiki, water rituals, and spacious integration time we’ve intentionally woven into the experience. Whether you’re considering joining us, curious about what really happens at a spiritual retreat, or simply feeling called to deeper community in your life, this episode is an invitation to explore what becomes possible when we gather with open hearts. x Heather JOIN US ON RETREAT IN MAY If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather and Crystal are excited to welcome you to their Ley Lines of Your Spirit Retreat in Arkansas on May 1-3. To learn more about this special event, or register to attend, visit the link below: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ Connect with Crystal Website: www.WatermelonWellness.com (coming soon) Instagram: @WatermelonWellness_ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might be looking for their tribe or feeling called to community. Following and rating the show helps these conversations reach more open-hearted souls.
In this episode, host Heather Dolan sits down with health and wellness coach Michelle Forland to discuss their parallel journeys through breast implant explant surgery. Meeting again almost exactly one year on from their explant surgeries, they reflect on the physical, emotional and spiritual transformation that comes with removing breast implants after decades of them being part of their identity. This conversation goes beyond the surgery itself to explore: The societal pressures that lead women to get breast implants The hidden health impacts of breast implants (breathing issues, inflammation, gut health) The financial and emotional costs of explant surgery How to have empowering conversations with daughters about body image Why breast implant removal should be covered by insurance The importance of informed consent and comprehensive health information Whether you're considering explant surgery, supporting someone through their journey, or simply interested in women's health advocacy, this episode offers valuable insights into reclaiming your health and authenticity. Guest: Michelle Forland Michelle is a board-certified health and wellness coach specializing in functional medicine. She focuses on the four pillars of health: sleep, nutrition, movement, and stress management. Michelle is a mother of three and passionate about helping clients create sustainable habits for longevity. Connect with Michelle: Online Course: Longevity Blueprint - Create Essential Habits to Optimize Your Health Span: https://www.wellnessfmhc.com/about-9 Services: One-on-one coaching and group coaching programs https://www.wellnessfmhc.com/ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to follow, rate, or share the show. Your support helps these conversations reach the people who need them most. Chapter Markers 00:00 - Introduction & Welcome 00:36 - Episode Overview: Explant Surgery Journey 02:30 - Michelle's Background in Health & Wellness 03:36 - How Heather & Michelle Met (Surgery Buddies) 07:53 - One Year Post-Surgery: How Michelle Feels Now 09:10 - The Meaning of "Relief" After Explant 12:00 - Physical Health Improvements & Authenticity 16:09 - Michelle's Journey: Getting Implants at 25 18:47 - The Pamela Anderson Era & Beauty Standards 20:23 - Making Informed Decisions: What We Wish We Knew 23:09 - The Financial Reality of Explant Surgery 25:36 - Replacing vs. Removing: Michelle's Decision Point 30:02 - The Bathing Suit Moment & Body Image Struggles 37:53 - Physical Symptoms We Didn't Know Were Related 38:06 - The First Deep Breath in 27 Years 40:24 - Inflammation, Gut Health & Detox Experiences 47:00 - Raising Daughters: Body Image Conversations 52:05 - Social Media vs. Our Generation's Influences 58:30 - Taylor Swift, Barbie & Normalizing Harmful Behaviors 1:00:42 - Insurance Coverage: Treating This as a Lifestyle Disease 1:05:17 - The Role of Doctors & Medical Education Gaps 1:11:10 - Michelle's Wellness Practice & Approach 1:13:42 - The Power of Curiosity in Coaching 1:16:47 - Michelle's Online Course: Longevity Blueprint 1:18:57 - Final Thoughts: Empowerment Through Information 1:16:33 - Closing & Where to Find Michelle Topics discussed: explant surgery, body image, health coaching, wellness, self-discovery, societal expectations, women's health, implants, recovery, mental health, self acceptance, breast implant removal, breast implant illness, health and wellness coaching, functional medicine, body autonomy, informed consent, health advocacy This episode contains discussions of surgery, body image, and women's health. If you're considering explant surgery, please consult with qualified medical professionals.
In Part Two of my conversation with Crystal Roberts, we move fully into her intuitive and channeled work as she shares a message for the collective as we move into 2026. This episode can be listened to on its own, but it also builds beautifully on Crystal’s personal story from Part One. Here, Crystal opens a channeled space and offers guidance around the year ahead, including how to stay grounded, discerning, and connected as both personal and collective shifts continue to unfold. And as promised, we have a very special announcement to share with the Becoming Spiritual community... 2026 IN-PERSON RETREAT If you’ve been craving deeper connection beyond the podcast, Heather is co-hosting her first Becoming Spiritual retreat this May at a beautiful site in Arkansas with this episode's guest, Crystal. To learn more about this special event, and be the first to know when details and registration are released, you can register your interest via this link: https://becomingspiritualpodcast.podbean.com/p/retreats/ We hope that you enjoy this transmission from spirit and I thank Crystal for her generosity in sharing this message with the Becoming Spiritual community. x Heather Connect with Crystal Website: www.WatermelonWellness.com (coming soon) Instagram: @WatermelonWellness_ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to follow, rate, or share the show. Your support helps these conversations reach the people who need them most. Topics discussed: Holistic Healing, Channeling, Energy, Intuitive Work, Healing Journey, Personal Transformation, Self-Discovery, Emotional Healing, Resilience, Authenticity, Life Challenges, Inner Strength, Personal Growth, Empowerment
In this episode, I’m joined by Crystal Roberts for Part 1 of a special two-part conversation exploring holistic healing, personal transformation and what it really means to trust the path as it unfolds. Crystal is a registered nurse with a deep respect for both science and spirituality, and a belief that true healing often lives at the intersection of many modalities. Alongside her nursing background, Crystal works intuitively with energy, sound, and Spirit to support deep, grounded healing. In Part 1, we focus on Crystal’s personal journey, from working in traditional healthcare to stepping into a more intuitive and holistic role. She also shares how the heartbreak of divorce became a powerful catalyst for self-discovery, inner strength, and ultimately, living more fully in alignment with her purpose. We talk about identity shifts, navigating uncertainty, and how life’s hardest experiences can open the door to profound healing when we allow them to shape us rather than shut us down. And while today’s episode centers on Crystal’s story, this is just the beginning. In Part 2, Crystal joins me for a channeled conversation, offering guidance for the collective and insight into the energies ahead... coming next week as a special extra episode. x Heather Episode Resources Book: A Hypnotist's Journey to Avalon by Sarah Bresman Cosme Connect with Crystal Website: www.WatermelonWellness.com (coming soon) Instagram: @WatermelonWellness_ Connect with Heather Visit the Becoming Spiritual website Follow us on Instagram @becomingspiritualpodcast Follow us on Facebook @becomingspiritualpodcast Subscribe on Youtube @becomingspiritualpodcast If this episode resonated with you, we’d love for you to follow, rate, or share the show. Your support helps these conversations reach the people who need them most. Topics discussed: Holistic Healing, Eastern and Western Medicine, Channeling, Energy, Intuitive Work, Reiki, Sound Therapy, Crystal Therapy, Past Life Messages, Cellular Memories, Healing Journey, Divorce, Heartbreak, Personal Transformation, Self-Discovery, Emotional Healing, Resilience, Authenticity, Life Challenges, Inner Strength, Personal Growth, Empowerment
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