Sacred Axis

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Chesten and Christina explore the difference between the creation stories of Skywoman and the Garden of Eden. They unpack how these stories influence everything from gender roles, biases, and prejudices to our relationships with nature, ourselves, and our communities. This episode is an invitation to deconstruct limiting beliefs about our origins and to craft a new...

In this episode Christina and Chesten explore the concept of Dharma, a Sanskrit term meaning one's purpose or path in life. Christina shares insights from Stephen Cope's book, "The Great Work of Your Life," which emphasizes the importance of aligning with one's true calling rather than societal expectations. They discuss how Dharma can manifest in multiple ways, using examples like Jane Goodall's...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Chesten and Christina invite listeners to honor that, like cake, they are more than their definable "ingredients" and each person expresses their "ingredients" differently. Listeners may try to break down their components, but those breakdowns may not resemble the end result of the person. Like cake, we are meant to be experienced and celebrated. Keywords: self-acce...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Christina and Chesten have their first special guest, Heather Hester. Heather is the author of Parenting with Pride and host of More Human, More Kind . As a speaker, author, coach, and LGBTQ+ advocate, Heather helps parents, allies, and organizations move from fear to fierce through informed love with clarity, compassion, and courage. Link for gift to listeners from...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Chesten and Christina delve into the use of metaphors to understand our sense of self and boundaries as well as personal and communal accountability and responsibility. They explore two metaphors: the soup metaphor and the instrument metaphor. The soup metaphor illustrates how life experiences, both good and bad, contribute to one's personal soup, emphasizing the im...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, hosts Christina and Chesten delve into the fascinating world of trees and their interconnectedness through mycorrhizal networks. They discuss the scientific research revealing how trees communicate and support each other through underground fungal networks, often referred to as the "forest's internet." The conversation highlights the role of "mother trees" in nurtur...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Chesten and Christina delve into the concepts of sense of self, self-worth, and self-trust. They explore how these elements influence and are influenced by whether a person lives by their personal values, ethics, and morals or is at odds with them. They discuss ramifications if a person's lived life is incongruent with their values, ethics, and morals. They discuss...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Christina and Chesten delve into the transformative practice of somatic breath work. Christina introduces the concept, explaining how it connects with the body and nervous system to release held emotions and traumas. They discuss the impact of trauma on the nervous system, the importance of having trained facilitators during breath work sessions, and the various ben...

In this conversation, Chesten and Christina delve into the intricate relationship between intuition and instinct, exploring how these concepts manifest in their lives. They discuss their very different experiences with listening and developing intuition. They include others definitions and experiences with intuition. They talk about how they navigate connecting with intuition and differentiating i...

In this conversation, Christina and Chesten explore the profound connection between winter, nature, and our nervous system. They discuss how the winter season offers a unique opportunity for healing and introspection, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and connecting with the natural world. The discussion highlights the benefits of grounding and earthing, the significance of being present...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Chesten and Christina explore the theme of connecting with oneself through various forms of art. They discuss different artistic styles such as paint pouring , Zentangle , NeuroGraphic Art , and big movement art , emphasizing the importance of self-expression, creativity, and mindfulness. The conversation highlights how art can serve as a tool for healing, community...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, hosts Christina and Chesten explore the transition from a universal year of nine to a year of one, marking the beginning of a new nine-year cycle. They delve into the significance of choosing a personal word of the year, which serves as a guiding compass for the upcoming cycle. Join them as they discuss the energies of new beginnings, personal empowerment, and the c...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, hosts Chesten and Christina delve into the fascinating world of the Five Needle Protocol (5NP), also known as the NADA protocol or AcuDetox. They explore its origins, benefits, and practical applications, offering listeners a chance to learn about this unique approach to healing and community support. Join them as they discuss the protocol's impact on stress, addict...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, Christina and Chesten explore the nuanced differences between joy and happiness. They discuss how happiness is often fleeting and tied to external achievements, while joy is a deeper, more sustainable state of being that arises from presence and authenticity. The conversation delves into personal experiences, metaphors, and the importance of vulnerability in connect...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, hosts Chesten and Christina delve into the importance of building a relationship with oneself and understanding basic human needs. They introduce Maslow's hierarchy of needs and explore these needs in the form of a circle instead. They emphasize the significance of community support in fulfilling these needs. The conversation highlights the distinction between socie...

In this episode of Sacred Access, hosts Christina and Chesten explore the themes of reconnecting with our authentic selves and the metaphor of tracking lions as a way to navigate life. They discuss the importance of presence, awareness, and trusting one's intuition over societal expectations. The episode encourages listeners to embrace their unique paths and the fluidity of life. Keywords: authent...

In this episode of Sacred Axis, hosts Chesten and Christina explore ways a person can move towards feeling enough and miraculous. They discuss the importance of understanding emotions and one's beliefs because these can have a huge subconscious influence on the decisions a person will make in their life. They discuss how beliefs have vibrations and a person may be more inclined to chose people and...

In a world that constantly tells us to do more, be more, achieve more, its easy to forget, that at our core we are already whole. Your worth has always been there, it was never conditional. In this conversation, Christina and Chesten explore the profound theme of self-worth and the idea that individuals are inherently enough as they are. Christina shares her profound experiences with embracing bei...

"Miracle: highly improbable or extraordinary event, development, or accomplishment that brings very welcome consequences." In this episode of Sacred Axis, hosts Chesten and Christina explore the theme of being miraculous. They discuss the number of miracles that had to occur from the beginning of existence, the beginning of life, ancestrally, and presently for any of us to exist in our unique ways...

In this episode, Chesten and Christina delve into the journey of self-discovery and the significance of creating safe spaces for authentic self-expression. In-between their many tangents, they share personal experiences with energy healing, discuss the role of community, and reflect on the balance between individual and collective well-being. Through candid conversations, they aim to inspire liste...