Enlightened Empaths

Happy New Year! In this first episode of 2024, join us as we explore the numerology of the coming year, crystals for manifesting, and how to recognize and utilize the energy of glimmers! Glimmers are small moments that elicit joy and peace while bringing a sense of safety and calmness. The term glimmers was coined by Deb Dana, LCSW, in her book: The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation: The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy Other books mentioned in this episode: Crystal Enlightenment by Katrina Raphaell Crystal Enlightenment The Complete Crystal Handbook by Cassandra Eason Complete Crystal Handbook Crystal Bible Set by Judy Hall Crystal Bible Set Love is in the Earth by Melody Love is in the Earth Happy New Year!  “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”

Please join us as we chat about different holiday traditions around the world. Wishing you peace and love in your life for this holiday season!

This is our monthly episode where we share your stories, comments and questions. Thank you for being part of our community and helping us to build a larger community of kind, like-minded empaths! **The dolphins being used in the therapy session I mentioned were not confined in a pool but were in an open water space** Book List for this Episode: Herb Fairies by Kimberly Gallagher: Herb Fairies Animal Speak by Ted Andrews: Animal Speak The Two Towers by J.R.R.Tolkien: The Two Towers The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S.Lewis: The Chronicles of Narnia Love, Medicine and Miracles by Dr. Bernie Siegel: Love Medicine and Miracles If you would like to submit a story, comment or question, please send us an email: enlightenedempaths@gmail.com If you’re interested in the Intuitive Tarot Online Class: https://www.thegratefulmessenger.com/online-classes/ For more information about the upcoming Mentorship Program 2024, please send me an email with Mentorship in the subject line: denise@thegratefulmessenger.com

Julie Potiker is a mindfulness expert who helps others bring more peace and wellness into their lives through her Mindful Methods for Life program offerings. Her new book is “SNAP! From Chaos to Calm.” A former attorney, Julie is a Certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and founder of the Balanced Mind Meditation Center in La Jolla, California. She began her in-depth study of mindfulness after graduating from the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program at the University of California, San Diego. She was trained by Kristin Neff, Christopher Germer, and UCSD as a Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher. She went on to study with Rick Hanson, becoming a graduate of his Positive Neuroplasticity Training Professional Course. Julie also completed Brené Brown’s Living Brave Semester. Julie’s first book, “Life Falls Apart, but You Don’t Have To: Mindful Methods for Staying Calm in the Midst of Chaos,” is now available on audiobook. Her work has been featured by The Oprah Magazine, Costco Connection, AARP, AP News, NBC, CBS, Fox, The CW, and many more. For more information, visit MindfulMethodsForLife.com.

Simon Bown is on the show this week to discuss past lives, the power of our consciousness, UFOs and so much more. Simon Bown is the host of the Past Lives Podcast and The Alien UFO Podcast. He’s certified in both clinical hypnotherapy and Past Life Regression Therapy. He’s conducted 100s of regressions in his private practice and is here today to share his insights into how remembering our past lives can help us heal today. Check out his work by going to pastliveshypnosis.co.uk. 

Please join us in welcoming Alexandra Boiger! Alexandra Boiger is a New York Times bestselling children’s book illustrator. She grew up in Munich, Germany, and studied graphic design at the Fachhochschule Augsburg. A career in feature animation at Warner Brothers and Dreamworks first brought her to the UK and finally to the US. Visual storytelling, exploring emotions, psychology, and history have always been at the core of Alexandra’s work.  Many of the books she worked on focus on social justice and breaking down stereotypes, including the She Persisted books by Chelsea Clinton. Several of her titles have been translated into different languages. She Persisted, The Musical was the first to be translated to stage. Alexandra’s work has participated at various exhibitions in the US and Japan. Her latest book, Lola’s Heart, which she also wrote, is a wordless picture book about the power of love and offers an opportunity to discuss difficult emotions such as grief, loss, and fear of failure. Alexandra lives in Northern California with her husband and daughter. For more information about Alexandra and Lola’s Heart, please visit: https://alexandraboiger.com/

Please join Samantha and Denise as they share stories, questions and comments from listeners in the Enlightened Empaths community! If you have something you’d like to share, please email us: enlightenedempaths@gmail.com Books Mentioned in this Episode: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessell van der Kolk, M.D. The Body Keeps Score Pocket Guide to Spirit Animals: Understanding Messages from Your Animal Spirit Guides by Steven Farmer Pocket Guide to Spirit Animals  “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”

Please join Samantha and Denise in welcoming George Lizos! George Lizos is a spiritual teacher and intuitive healer, passionate about helping lightworkers to follow their purpose of creating positive change in the world. He’s the bestselling author of Lightworkers Gotta Work, Be The Guru, and Protect Your Light. George also has two podcasts –  The Lit Up Lightworker and Can’t Host He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Metaphysical Sciences, Human Geography, and Psychology, and is a priest of Greek Paganism. Based in Cyprus, George runs a thriving, online international community of empaths, lightworkers, and spiritual leaders within the Your Spiritual Toolkit Facebook group.  George’s Books: Protect Your Light Lightworkers Gotta Work Be The Guru For more information about George and his offerings: https://georgelizos.com/  “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”

In this episode Denise and Samantha share stories they have each found inspiring and hopeful. We hope this brings a smile or sense of hope to your day!

Please join us in welcoming Jacob L. Cooper, best-selling author of Life After Breath and The Wisdom of Jacobs’s Ladder. Jacob is passionate about promoting healing and is a sought-after speaker on grief, wisdom, and consciousness. He offers meditation and mindfulness seminars to help others find purpose and overcome fears of life after death. As a Clinical Social Worker, Reiki Master, and Certified Hypnotherapist, specializing in Past Life Regression, Jacob’s uses his extensive personal and professional experience to empower one soul at a time.  He hosts the weekly podcast, “The Wisdom of Jacob’s Ladder”. For more information about Jacob and his work: https://jacoblcooper.com/ For more information or to order Jacob’s books: Life After Breath Life After Breath The Wisdom of Jacob’s Ladder The Wisdom of Jacob’s Ladder  “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”