Be Present: The Diane Ray Show

Can our animal friends help us heal from things like grief and anxiety ? If you haven’t heard of equine therapy or healing with horses- it’s actually been around for centuries. Horses have been utilized as a therapeutic aid since the ancient Greeks used them for those people who had incurable illnesses. Its earliest recorded mention is in the writings of Hippocrates who discussed the therapeutic v...

Madi Murphy will change the way you look at astrology and show you that it can be the secret weapon you have been looking for to really help you zero in on what you want in life. Madi is the co-founder of CosmicRX, a moon powered community helping millions of people learn to use astrology to go from stagnation to empowered action. As the Head Witch in charge, she is making the magic of astrology a...

Do you believe in angels? Angels are often seen as protectors and messengers as well as symbols of love, compassion and inspiration. Many people that believe in angels say that angels are all around us waiting to help and all you have to do is ask. I wanted to find out if it’s that easy. Rev Sue Frederick is a spiritual teacher, master numerologist, author and ordained Unity minister. She is the H...

It's not everyday that you get to talk philosophy with your favorite 70's TV icon. I had a chance to sit down with actor, director, writer, artist, and philanthropist Paul Michael Glaser. As a kid growing up I must have watched every episode of Starsky and Hutch and I was always Team Starsky. We talked about creativity, his beliefs, mortality, and resilience. He is a great example of someone who t...

Teachers, modern mystics, speakers and authors Renee Blodgett and Anthony Compagnone have written a fascinating book of historical fiction called Magdalene’s Journey. If you are interested in channeled works like Abraham or Seth you will be intrigued by how this story came to be. In addition to challenging history's antiquated narrative of Mary Magdalene, the book tackles ideas like how to move be...

If there is a motivational poster in human form it might be Tama Kieves. You know that poster – She believed she could so she did- well Tama lives that philosophy. She knows how to take the leap into the unknown because she has done it herself. Tama is an honors graduate from Harvard Law School who left her law practice to write and help others. She is the bestselling author of 5 books including h...

Remember the song “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes” from the Disney movie Cinderella? Well, it turns out that dreams can be more than just a wish, they can be practical tools for solving challenges and developing your real potential.  Creative dream work expert Dr. Bonnie Buckner explains how to access our “secret mind” to overcome blocks, banish fears and turn our dreams into realities. She ha...

Shamanism in the 21st century is having a moment. There is a resurgence going on now with more people exploring how these ancient healing practices that date back thousands of years can help us today. I’m Diane Ray and stay present with me as I explore shamanism in 2025 with spiritual teacher and shamanic practitioner Jonathan Hammond. An energy healer, spiritual counselor, author and shamanic pra...

Have you ever met someone – a romantic interest or even a friend and you just felt that you knew that person forever?  Maybe you could call this person a Soul Mate. Would you be open to the idea that you knew them in another life?  Thanks for being present with me as we explore the idea of Soul Mates and Twin Souls with Joanne DiMaggio, an expert in the topic of reincarnation and how profound conn...

Aristotle is quoted as saying "Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom" . Some people seem to be really in touch with who they are and others- not so much- Zero self awareness.  Becoming self aware leads to increased empathy and compassion and also a deeper understanding of your beliefs and biases.  Think about it- who are you really? We are going to explore that question today with holist...

If you asked people what their fears are I’m sure that fear of death tops the list.  The end of life is something that we don’t really want to talk about. But learning how to come to grips with our fear of death is something that can only make our life richer and more meaningful. Stephanie James new book Your Big Fat Juicy Life- and Everything After might not sound like a book that addresses our f...

A publicist has a tough job they are responsible for promoting a product, person, event or organization and getting them placed in media outlets. So, imagine you are a publicist, and someone comes to you wanting to promote a children’s book about a hospice for terminally ill kids. You would probably run for the hills. My friend John Masiulionus not only took this job he created it. As a publicist...

You know you need a blueprint for a house to ensure that the building comes out exactly as you want it and the design is perfect. If you have ever wished that you could have a blueprint for life then you will want to stick around for today’s conversation. I’m going to talk to Rhonda Reif the Blueprint Messenger. Rhonda Reif is an author, speaker and consultant who calls herself the BluePrint Messe...

Some people are always on a quest for answers. Today I am talking to a pioneer in holistic learning. In 1984 after years of personal inquiry and commitment to personal and social transformation Ralph White  co-created the New York Open Center, America’s leading urban institution of holistic learning from 1984 to 2022, where his vision and values guided the programs for over thirty years. Presentin...

Join me for this conversation about friendship, creativity, and love. Barbara Urbonas and Jane Asher have put together an amazing project called Deep Dive 365 Words- Gaining Clarity and Expanding Consciousness by Sharing Words. This project was designed after a cancer diagnosis to expand their consciousness and make it a journey of healing. It’s a combination of creative writing prompts, automatic...

Death and grief bring up life’s biggest questions. In 2022 Betsy Stephenson lost her son Charlie to suicide, and of course the biggest question after something like this is why? In Betsy’s memoir Blackbird, she explores her complicated feelings after Charlie’s death, and she pulls back the curtain on the fear and shame she felt in the aftermath. If you or someone you know is dealing with grief and...

We have heard the famous quote from Franklin Delano Roosevelt- The only thing we have to fear is fear itself- Well that’s a pretty big thing. Fear can hold us back from a lot of things and keep us from enjoying life to the fullest both personally and professionally. Especially if you are looking to move into a leadership role or find yourself in one. You might think to be a good leader you have to...

Leon Logothetis seemed to have it all. Known as The Kindness Guy, he is a five-time bestselling author, host of the Kindness Diaries on Netflix and Discovery+ and a former broker. But like a lot of people success doesn’t always bring happiness and fill those empty spaces. Facing a crisis and deep depression, Leon answers a call to go on The Road to Find Out- like that old Cat Stevens song. He went...

There is a lot of hate to go around these days and there seems to be a lot directed at the transgender community. There is so much misinformation and fear mongering going on. People seem to think that kids are having gender reassignment surgery at school and that their own lives are somehow threatened by someone who has the courage to try to live as authentically as they can. I invited Lisa McCour...

What does it mean to live your life purpose? I think we spend years trying to figure this out. When I was at Hay House radio, and we had people call in to talk to teachers like Caroline Myss and Dr. Wayne Dyer this was one of the most frequently asked questions by callers. Who doesn’t want someone to tell us what our purpose it but unfortunately it is a question that only we as individuals can ans...

Relationships and connections are some of the most important things we need to survive and thrive as human beings. If you look at psychologist Abraham Maslow’s famous hierarchy of needs – love and belonging is right up there after safety and security and food and water. Managing and cultivating relationships is unfortunately not taught and it’s something we learn from our parents and observing oth...

Here is my holiday episode! This year has been tough for a lot of people and the divisive climate we are in as we head into 2025 isn’t going to improve right away. A lot of people I am talking to are feeling less than festive these days and are experiencing a lot of dread and anxiety. So, to try to have a happy holiday and new year I have brought in a professional to help us. Peter Bolland is an a...

NY Times Bestselling Author Marianne Williamson shares the message of The Mystic Jesus. Back in 1992 a book came out that has been a spiritual touchstone for a lot of people. A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson introduced many people to the philosophy of A Course in Miracles, a self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy that was a departure from a thought system based on retribution, sin an...

When I first heard about drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy I thought they were just used by celebrities on social media to drop weight before the Oscar’s. These drugs have actually been around for years and they were originally FDA approved to help people with diabetes because they are so effective in controlling blood sugar levels, helping with weight loss and controlling feelings of fullness so peop...

Fans of Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps are legion, and everyone can share a Dr. Bronner story of when they first encountered the brand. Many people wax nostalgically about the first time they experienced the zing of the famous Peppermint Castile Soap. There are also Reddit threads about people trying to read the famous label. The Dr. Bronner soap company is guided by their Cosmic Principles which they...