Follow your Spark

Is there anyone in your life, whether a friend, teacher, or even an author, that every time you connect with them, you always walk away inspired?  Today’s podcast guest, Martha McAlpine, is one of those humans for me.  She's a beloved Kundalini yoga teacher in Baltimore and every yoga class or conversation with her feels like poetry.  She has a way of weaving together her depth of wisdom from...

Craving more intimacy in your relationships? What if it was something you could learn to build - one brick at a time? In this episode with Sex and Relationship Therapist Diana Trujillo Harden, we explore why we're facing a connection drought... and what can help us cultivate more intimacy across all our relationships.  If you're ready to discover what small shifts can make a big differen...

What if you didn’t feel like you needed a haircut, to lose 10 pounds, or get an entirely new wardrobe in order to want your picture taken? In this week’s episode with photographer Nora Hyde, we talk about the power of allowing yourself to be seen right now, exactly as you are.  You’ll hear stories about what being a clown for children’s parties taught her about not taking yourself too seriously, a...

Do you have a vision or dream that the people around you don’t understand? When your friends or family don’t get your choices, I know it can be that much harder to activate the courage to keep going.  In this episode with Integrative Nutritionist, Monica Sizemore, you’ll hear what helped her stay devoted to sharing healthy, nourishing food... even when the people around her judged her choices.  If...

So many people who have wanted to start a podcast have asked me… “What do I wish I had known at the beginning? What's the biggest piece of advice I would give them now? This week on the podcast, I share the 5 biggest lessons from 5 years of podcasting that helped me be willing to pursue this dream and keep going through all the ups and downs. No matter what dream or vision is on your heart -...

Ever find yourself obsessing over the “right” steps to take or freaking out when things don’t go as you expected or hoped? On this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing why a life of devotion can’t be controlled, and how you can tap into the FLOW instead.  🌊 To me, living a devoted life means following the sparks of purpose, passion or curiosity, even when you don’t know where it will all...

Have you ever had a project or dream where you've thought:  "I'd love support creating this, or this would be so much more fun to do with others" and yet when it comes to collaboration...  you don't know where to start? In this week's very special podcast episode, I'm joined by Baltimore-based musical trio - the Bayberries!  We get real and honest about what&apos...

What if your dream life looks nothing like what you could plan or foresee in this exact moment?  In this podcast episode with Intuitive Life Designer Coach Julie Reisler… you'll hear what helped her create a top ranked spiritual podcast with over 4 million views, as well as an Intuitive Life Coach Certification school that’s been serving people for the past six years. Neither of which were on...

This week’s podcast with acupuncturist and healer Nicholas Tomaskovic-Devey was like a Jedi masterclass on how to work with your body in a way that makes challenging experiences easier and good situations even better. Days after recording, I sprained my knee and I’m so grateful I had his wisdom in my ear when pain and uncertainty put my ability to be mindful to the test.  If you want to learn simp...

If there’s a habit or pattern you’ve felt stuck in, from procrastination to self-doubt to comparison, and you haven’t managed to THINK your way out of it… the key to breaking through might lie in your body. In this episode, movement facilitator Wren LaFeet and I explore how moving your body in new ways can help you break free from limiting patterns, access a different kind of wisdom, and open up n...

Is there something in your life you know needs to change that you've been resisting? Are you feeling the rumblings of a "life-quack"?  If you're feeling nervous to take that leap, this podcast breaks down what can support you the most to powerfully step into your next chapter. ❤️ What would you desire to create in your life if you were done settling for "good enough"?...

Are you in one of those liminal moments in life... letting go of one old chapter, and not quite yet stepping into the next?  I know how hard it can be to navigate the unknown.  ❤️ If you can relate, give this episode a listen to discover the top five things that can support you to find peace in the in-between!  In this episode you'll hear about: How this month's astrology can propel you...

Is it possible to be off track in life? If things feel challenging, does that mean something’s not meant for you? How do you actually co-create a life aligned with your unique gifts, talents and purpose when you’re not 100% sure which direction to go? If any of these questions have crossed your mind, we’re breaking it all down in this week’s podcast episode. I decided to use oracle cards this week...

Does having a vision for your life mean you have everything perfectly mapped out for the next 10 years and beyond?  I don't think so.  I believe having a vision is like having a North Star. 🌟 It gives you direction in life. It helps you hone in on the essence of what matters and guides you to make more intentional, aligned choices today.  If your vision has felt foggy and it's been a wh...

Have you ever thought… “If this dream was really intended for me, it should be easier!!” This happened for Colleen, this week’s podcast guest, when she started to pursue her vision of building an energy healing business. After the journey ended up feeling harder than she thought it would be, her brain tried to convince her this dream must not be meant for her. If you can relate and you’re ready to...

If you're following your spark... does that mean you're not setting goals? Have you ever felt torn between wanting to trust the flow of life and also wanting to feel clear about the direction you're headed? What if you didn't have to choose? In this episode, I'm sharing a different way to think about vision, goals, and following your spark that will help you intentionally...

What if you don't need to FIND your purpose? What if a purposeful life can be built by following the opportunities that call to you, one spark at a time? If you've ever struggled to figure out if this is the "right" career for you, if you're living in the "right" city, or if this is the "right" goal you should be pursuing... this episode is for you. 💫...

Have you ever put pressure on yourself and thought... "I should have figured all of my dreams out already and should be achieving them FASTER." If you've ever judged yourself for where you're at in your process, what if the problem wasn't speed or clarity... it was learning to embrace the phase of the creative cycle you're currently in right now? In this episode, I&ap...

Have you ever felt called toward a dream... and then started doubting yourself because the people around you didn't understand? In this conversation with mind-body wellness educator, medium, and founder of Firefly Hollow Wellness, Kara Lovehart, we explore what it looks like to trust your visions even when they don’t make logical sense or the people around you don’t get it. Kara shares how a...

How long are you willing to believe in something before you give up on it? That question hit me in a whole new way recently after watching a story about a woman who spent 35 years fighting for something she believed in... and reflecting on a powerful piece of my own family history that reminded me why I do the work I do. In this episode, I'm sharing what these stories taught me about purpose,...

Have you ever noticed your brain finds it easier to criticize your progress rather than celebrate your growth?  If you’re tired of carrying the heaviness of “not enough” and ready to feel proud of yourself and your journey - this episode is for you.  In this episode, you’ll learn what’s going on in the brain when it resists celebration, what your inner critic is trying to protect you from, and why...

Have you ever stopped to question the beliefs you have about what's possible for your life and asked yourself... Where did those beliefs come from? And do you actually want to keep believing they're true? So often we're handed stories from family, culture, religion, and society that shape how we see ourselves and what we think we're capable of.  What happens though when those b...

Have you ever had a dream you wanted to pursue and yet you kept finding reasons why you couldn't move forward?  Maybe your brain keeps finding one more thing to fix before you're ready. Maybe you have so many passions and ideas that you don't know what to focus on. Maybe you keep telling yourself you'll start once you have more clarity, more confidence, or a better plan. If any...

If you believed anything were possible for yourself and your life... what dream or vision would you pursue? If it's been a while since you asked yourself this question or your fears and doubts are so loud it's hard to even imagine what could be possible -  this podcast is for you! In this episode you'll hear what's helping me cultivate the beliefs for the vision I'm living...

After diving deeper into both partner and solo dance over the years… I kept hearing the same thing: People want deeper connection and aren’t sure how to create it.  They want to feel more confident expressing themselves. They want to feel deeply seen, heard and understood. They want to connect more authentically in relationships and community without fear, self-judgment or overthinking getting in...