Mindful Mastery

In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, a courageous female firefighter, Lynnette Fritshaw, shares about her 18-year journey in the fire service, battling bullying, discrimination, and misogyny. As the only female firefighter in her department, Lynnette became a beacon of hope for young girls, showing them that women can excel in traditionally male-dominated roles. She also delves into...

Dive into an enlightening conversation with Bonita Hodgson, a seasoned psychic life and business coach and beloved friend and mentor, as she shares her journey of over 40 years working with individuals to help them access their psychic abilities and navigate the intricate layers of their inner selves. Bonita discusses her upbringing in a psychic family, her career transformation from a crisis work...

In this profound episode, Michelle Hollingbrooks shares her transformative journey of rediscovery and healing, catalyzed by her deep connection with horses. After suffering a traumatic brain injury at a young age, Michelle found herself disconnected from her previous self, struggling with paralysis, blindness, and memory loss. Her path to recovery began with the help of a horse named Schedule A, l...

In this episode of Mindful Mastery, Vanessa Ooms and guest Kim Charlson delve into the powerful imagery and symbolism of the Rider Waite Tarot deck and explore the intersection of tarot and astrology. They discuss how the lunar nodes in your birth chart can affect you both personally and professionally, and offer insights into channeling and connecting with spirit guides. The conversation covers t...

Join us in this powerful episode where I sit down with Barbara Ireland to discuss her extraordinary near-death experience and the profound transformation that followed. Barbara shares insights from her past as a singer, her life review under a tree, and the lessons learned from her spiritual awakening. She details the mental and physical challenges she faced, including the concept of 'de-looping'...

In this eye-opening episode, we take you on a transformative journey through the fascinating world of psychedelics, psychology, and personal growth. Discover how Nikhil’s life-changing experience with psilocybin mushrooms led to a deeper understanding of the ego, self-awareness, and healing. We dive into the science of serotonin, explore how various substances affect the brain, and examine how you...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with therapist Graeme Ford, founder of Man Aligned, to discuss his deeply personal journey into men's mental health. Graeme opens up about his own experiences and the pivotal role that grief plays in healing and emotional well-being. We dive into the cultural stigma surrounding men and emotions, and why embracing grief is crucial for mental health. From the imp...

In this heartfelt message, we explore the importance of stepping into the unknown and trusting the journey. Inspired by a morning meditation, this episode delves into the metaphor of a trust fall, encouraging us to embrace new experiences, creativity, and authentic connections. By leaning into uncharted waters with faith and openness, we can find growth, healing, and genuine connection with others...

In this episode of Mindful Mastery, we dive deep into the concept of the shadow, a term coined by Carl Jung, and discuss how to integrate these repressed aspects of ourselves. This important work can help alleviate negative self-image, increase confidence, and free up energy used to repress parts of our personality. The discussion includes valuable insights from Robert Bly's 'A Little Book...

In this video, we delve into the important topic of self-hate and self-loathing, shedding light on the origins of negative self-perception and how these destructive thought patterns can be transformed. Learn practical steps to build a positive relationship with yourself and navigate life's challenges with a healthier mindset. 00:00 Introduction 00:43 The Topic of Self-Hate 02:05 Origins of Sel...

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of self-love. What is self-love? How can we practice it in a balanced manner and why is it essential? We'll address common questions about self-love, explore its ethics and importance, and discuss practical ways to nurture self-compassion without becoming self-absorbed. Drawing insights from my book 'Do It For You,' we will learn how self-...

Join me in the serene outdoors and dive deep into embracing life's changing seasons. I talk about the importance of accepting uncertainty, finding anchor points in life such as nature, and processing emotions for better mental health. Let's explore navigating through life's mysteries and challenges. 00:00 Introduction and Setting 00:35 Accepting Uncertainty 01:35 Life's Seasonal Cy...

Mastering Your Mind and Life: The Power of 100% Accountability This podcast delves into the journey of achieving enlightenment by mastering one's mind and earthly life through maintaining 100% accountability. I share personal experiences and practical advice on taking full responsibility for one's emotions, thoughts, and actions to build self-trust, confidence, and resilience. Key themes i...

Understanding the Five Love Languages for Better Relationships In this video, we delve into the five love languages as outlined by Gary Chapman and explore how understanding these can improve our relationships. I discuss the importance of knowing your own love language and those of people in your life, sharing insights and personal anecdotes to illustrate the impact of effectively communicating lo...

Navigating Romantic Relationships After a Spiritual Awakening This video explores the complexities and dynamics of romantic relationships following a spiritual awakening. I answer questions from a viewer about the possibility of maintaining a relationship with someone who has not experienced awakening and how core values change can impact relationships. Drawing from personal and observed experienc...

Taking risks and getting out of your comfort zone will lead to adventure and growth, but it is not an easy path. You will encounter much opposition and many trials. But through each trial you will learn, and with every applied lesson you will up level. With every new level of embodiment, you will have new tools with which to overcome every obstacle that you encounter. 1:17 Channelled message - For...

Your complete presence is the greatest gift you can give to another person. Let's talk about what that looks like and how I've been learning about a deeper level of presence lately :) 0:37 Active listening 3:57 Releasing expectations 6:20 My experience with deeper presence 10:35 Beginner's mind in everyday life 12:19 Complete presence with yourself 15:06 Complete presence with another...

Creativity is often thought of in a very specific way. And we tend to think of creativity as being only reserved for the few, you know, quote unquote artists who are creating a specific type of thing. But creativity is so much more multidimensional than that. Creativity encompasses so many different things. Your creativity doesn't have to be reserved for one specific act. Creativity is a way o...

I've got a perspective shift that I'd like to offer today around blocks. Specifically abundance blocks, financial blocks, emotional blocks and mental or creative blocks. So come on in, get comfy and let's dive in... 1:31 Why you might feel blocked 2:07 Financial blocks / abundance blocks 8:22 Emotional blocks 12:34 Creative blocks / mental blocks Would love to hear how this resonates f...

Pursuing your soul's calling is embarking on a profound journey of self-discovery and purpose alignment. It entails delving into the depths of your being to unearth the passions, values, and innate talents that resonate at your core. It requires courage to break free from societal expectations, external pressures, and the comfort of familiarity. Listening intently to the whispers of your heart...

If you're on a spiritual journey, you will undoubtedly navigate a dark night of the soul and potentially multiple dark nights of the soul. It's a spiritual purification process that can be wildly uncomfortable and totally overwhelm the senses and the mind and the emotions. Inayat Khan that states, "there can be no rebirth without a dark night of the soul, a total annihilation of all t...

How do we stay mindful and find balance in today's fast paced world? This is what we're exploring in today's episode. So grab your tea, come on in and let's dive into this. Welcome everyone to this first episode of Mindful Mastery. My name is Vanessa Ooms, and in this podcast, we're diving into the depths of our inner working so that we can cultivate lives of purpose and fulfil...