Hearts Rise Up Podcast

Hilary Momberger Powers, former child actor turned life coach and trauma-healing advocate, shares her path from early fame and survival patterns to recovery. She discusses identity masked by people-pleasing, the overdose that opened a doorway, internal safety practices, reparenting the inner child, forgiveness, community, and service as a way to reclaim power and joy.

Rena Harvey, a transformational teacher and author of The Formula of Life, joins to discuss the profound impact of pain on self-mastery. She shares her journey from childhood trauma and spiritual awakening to understanding how pain can serve as an initiation. Rena explains the importance of identifying childhood wounding and reprogramming limiting beliefs. She delves into concepts of soul contracts and how our experiences shape growth, while highlighting the integration of light and dark within us. This conversation is a call for women to reclaim their power and purpose.

Cristiano Colla, a writer and transformational guide, shares his remarkable journey from professional footballer to healer. He delves into the profound impact of Ayahuasca ceremonies, revealing how they catalyzed his transformation and fostered the union of masculine and feminine energies. Cristiano highlights the importance of inner-child work and embracing human paradoxes for authentic living. His insights on dreams as divine guidance and methods for emotional reclamation offer listeners paths to deeper self-discovery and presence.

In this engaging discussion, Leslie Draffin, a certified trauma-informed somatic practitioner and womb mystic, shares her journey from burnout as a news anchor to finding healing through psychedelics and womb wisdom. She explores how grief can serve as a sacred portal for transformation. Leslie delves into the concept of being a womb mystic, guiding women to reclaim their feminine power. Her insights on societal cycles and the importance of trusting one's body offer a compelling vision for personal and collective healing.

Seline Shenoy, author of 'The Nomadic Soul', guides us through a transformative journey of self-discovery and emotional healing. She draws on her global experiences and personal challenges, offering insights into pursuing meaning and connection. Seline introduces the archetypes of the Curious Pioneer and the Wise Sage, encouraging listeners to activate their inner selves. The importance of freedom, meaningful relationships, and navigating emotional minefields in the digital age are explored, along with practical tools for personal growth.

Alexander Inchbald, visionary guide and founder of the Masterpiece Movement who coaches leaders in energetic clarity, shares how rising to the summit changes creation. He discusses why inner vantage beats AI, painting with resistance, balancing masculine and feminine energies, the PEAK framework for soulful strategy, and daily energy hygiene for clearer leadership.

Jonn Serrie, a space-music composer known for ambient planetarium works, reflects on sonic mysticism and composing from silence. He discusses treating synthesizers like living instruments, using texture to evoke heart responses, playful creativity as a spiritual practice, and navigating AI while keeping music soulful. Stories of dreams, Himalayan encounters, and cosmic inspiration thread the conversation.

After years in a high-performance sales career marked by chronic pain and inner disconnection, Bjorn Lestrud embarked on a transformative journey into sound healing, plant medicine, and spiritual awakening. In this soul-stirring episode of Hearts Rise Up, he shares the extraordinary path that led to the creation of Blue Dragon Healing, including profound experiences with tuning forks, ancestral trauma release, and chanting as a channel for healing frequencies. From moments of euphoric awakening to energetic rebirths through sound and ceremony, Bjorn offers potent insights into how sound can shift deep-rooted patterns, restore emotional balance, and connect us with unseen guides and wisdom. This is a revealing conversation for anyone seeking healing, truth, and a deeper connection to the self.Key Topics02:32 The catalytic experiences that awakened Bjorn to his true path03:55 Chronic pain, emotional suppression, and spiritual awakening04:36 Bob Proctor’s "Stick Person" model and the revelation that flipped Bjorn’s reality06:05 Emotional alchemy: transmuting childhood bullying into gratitude and liberation10:15 Microdosing with plant medicine and unlocking new sensory dimensions17:09 A mystical ceremony that healed chronic pain through ancestral trauma release20:48 Spirit guides, jaguar medicine, and energetic storytelling17:16 Bio-dynamic breathwork25.52 Activating the voice as a sacred healing instrument through Bufo medicine28:36 The energetic rebirth of the "High Heart" and falling in love with all of life31:45 The healing powers of biofield tuning and sound baths32:00 Why sound bypasses the mind and speaks directly to the body and spirit34:00 How ancestral memory/trauma are encoded in the body and accessed through frequency43:45 Client work - remotely using intuitive sound healing, affirmations, and energy tracking44:00 Sound to face fears, shift emotional patterns, and invite transformation Episode Resourceshttps://bluedragonhealing.net/A special landing page: www.bluedragonhealing.net/heartsriseupJoin Bjorn’s twice-monthly newsletter for free sound bites, information on energy healing and vibrational frequency. Stay up-to-date on new releases, and ways to deepen your innate sense of primordial magic. Be notified of free and paid offers as they are released.Connect With Hearts Rise Uphttps://heartsriseup.com/Sign up for our popular, weekly “Notes From Your Higher Self”Sponsorhttps://www.lifequesthorizons.com/Subscribe to the podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hearts-rise-up-podcast/id1454410735https://open.spotify.com/show/7ebcnnbCjRIeUmJWUC2hYyHearts Rise Up Production TeamHearts Rise Up is a  "Best Wisdom Podcast"Audio editing by: Ann SerrieTechnical Director: Christopher DrummondMusic by: Jonn Serrie

Myth and archetypes shape your life in ways you may not realize—guiding your choices, relationships, and personal growth. In this compelling episode, mythologist, storytelling expert, and transformational guide Allison Stieger reveals how ancient wisdom, Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey, and the power of narrative can help you break free from limiting beliefs, reclaim your true path, and unlock your highest potential. Discover how understanding the hidden patterns in myth and archetypes can shift your perspective and empower you to rewrite your life’s story.From Ariadne’s tangled labyrinth to Joseph Campbell’s Heroic Journey, Allison reveals how archetypes shape our identities and even the cultural figures we elevate or reject. She shares that myth is more than entertainment—a survival tool, a hidden GPS that helps us navigate life’s transitions. Whether you’re feeling lost, stuck in a cycle, or on the edge of transformation, this episode will awaken a profound new way of seeing your story.Episode HighlightsPrepare for a soul-stirring journey as we discuss:The Power of Myth in Personal Transformation – How ancient stories hold timeless wisdom for navigating life’s challenges.Joseph Campbell’s Heroic Journey – Understanding how this framework can help us move through life’s trials and transitions.The Role of Archetypes – How unconscious patterns shape our identity, relationships, and the world around us.Myth as a Healing Tool – How stories provide psychological safety, insight, and emotional healing.Personal Mythology & Narrative Coaching – Reshaping personal stories to break free from limiting beliefs.Archetypes in Culture – Exploring the mythic roles of contemporary figures like Taylor Swift and Donald Trump.The Power of Ritual – Why integrating movement, ceremony, and symbolic actions creates profound personal shifts.Finding Meaning in Life Transitions – How mythic wisdom can guide us through personal losses, career shifts, and relationship changes.The Story of Ariadne – How this ancient myth mirrors the modern women's journey of overcoming betrayal and reclaiming power.How to Use Mythic Energy – Borrowing archetypes to step into confidence, resilience, and purpose.This is more than a conversation—it’s a call to awaken. Are you ready to step into the mythic dimension of your own life?🎧 Listen now. Your story is waiting to be rewritten.Allison’s Websites/Social Channelshttps://mythicstories.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-stieger/https://www.facebook.com/allisonstiegerhttps://www.instagram.com/mythicstories/Free OfferSchedule a complimentary 30-minute call with Allison for actionable steps to "move the needle" in transforming your story.https://calendly.com/allison-mythicstoriesHeart-Centered Wisdom Shared:"We all have a personal myth, a story we tell ourselves about who we are. The key is learning to shape that story in a way that empowers rather than limits us."Connect With Hearts Rise Up and LifeQuest Horizonshttps://heartsriseup.com/https://www.lifequesthorizons.com/Sign up for our popular, weekly “Notes From Your Higher Self” on Hearts Rise Up website.https://heartsriseup.com/notes-from-your-higher-self/Please share with others and subscribe to the podcast on one of your favorite listening apps.If you enjoy this episode please leave us a rating and/or review on Apple or Spotify.https://heartsriseup.com/podcast/Hearts Rise Up Production TeamHearts Rise Up is a  "Best Wisdom Podcast"Audio editing by: Ann SerrieTechnical Director: Christopher DrummondMusic by: Jonn Serrie

In this episode, Sacred Sounds: Diane Arkenstone on Healing Through Music and Nature, we step into the extraordinary world of a musical pioneer whose life and work embody resilience, creativity, and healing. Diane’s awe-inspiring journey—is one that began in nature’s embrace and led to a transformative career in healing music. She reveals how her life-threatening heart condition sparked a deeper connection to sound and vibration, unlocking the power of music as a healing force.SPECIAL BONUS: In this episode, listen to the premiere of “Meditation 2,” an ethereal track, from her upcoming album to be released later this year.Exclusive Podcast Intro and Outro tracks from Diane’s albums: Intro: "Elements of Nature" from The Essential Diane Arkenstone Outro: "It's Been Here All Along" from Aquaria II - AscensionImmerse yourself in Diane’s music for your healing. We’ve all faced seemingly insurmountable challenges, but Diane’s story reminds us that healing is possible when we trust the power within. This conversation will leave you inspired to embrace life’s symphony with an open heart and renewed gratitude.Interview Highlights:A Journey through AdversityMusic as a LifelineNature as a MuseThe Sacred Science of SoundThe Creative ProcessResilience and GratitudeGlobal ImpactSimple Beauty in Complex TimesTimeless WisdomHeart-centered Wisdom Shared:"Always be kind—that opens every door.” i.e., Kindness is the music of the heart.Diane Arkenstone is one of the top 10 healing artists in the world, with hundreds of millions of streams globally across music streaming platforms, her prolific discography and collaborations have resulted in over 55 albums spanning many genres throughout her career.Website and SocialWebsite: https://dianearkenstone.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dianearkenstoneLinks to social media and other onsite profilesa.    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DianeArkenstoneMusicb.    Twitter: https://twitter.com/dianearkenstonec.    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diane.arkenstone/d.    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dianearkenstonee.    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/dianearkenstonef.     Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diane_Arkenstoneg.    Bandsintown: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/118265-diane-arkenstoneLinks to streaming site artist profilesh.    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7tACdDgcOW9HHM1Z4T3L29i.     Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/diane-arkenstone/98965339j.     Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/artist/diane-arkenstone/ARkvJ6kwjjbj9vZk.    Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/artist/17332l.     Amazon Music: https://www.amazon.com/Diane-Arkenstone/e/B000APTQBOm.  Bandcamp: https://dianearkenstone.bandcamp.com/n.    Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dianearkenstoneofficialo.    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DianearkenstoneMusicConnect With Hearts Rise Uphttps://heartsriseup.com/Sign up for our popular, weekly “Notes From Your Higher Self”Subscribe to the podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hearts-rise-up-podcast/id1454410735https://open.spotify.com/show/7ebcnnbCjRIeUmJWUC2hYyHearts Rise Up Production TeamHearts Rise Up is a  "Best Wisdom Podcast"Technical Director: Christopher Drummond