Off Road Spirituality

In this episode Laurea talks with Lisa about her recent work in neuro-linguistic programming, or NLP, and how she has been exploring it over the course of several months of training. They discuss the basic idea behind NLP as a way of understanding how humans take in information, store it unconsciously, and develop patterns that can affect reactions and habits. We talk about the unconscious mind as...

Lisa and Laurea talk about “counting the cost” when making difficult choices and considering what a decision may affect emotionally, mentally, spiritually, financially, and in relationships. Laurea also reflects on a recent period when she shared personal struggles publicly, including the fear, shame, self-doubt, and mixed reactions that came with being visible online. They discuss the tension bet...

In this episode, Lisa and Laurea speak with Lynn Blos, Reiki master, hypnotherapist and coach as well as the founder of Healed by the Light. They begin with a simple question: what is Reiki? Lynn explains it as universal life force energy and describes it as a practice that quiets the mind and supports peace, balance, gratitude, and healing. She also outlines the history of Reiki and says it is bo...

In this episode Lisa and Laurea discuss consent as it relates to energy work, physical touch, and spiritual practices and begin by asking whether energy should ever be sent to someone without permission, and agree that consent is essential. The ladies talk about examples from yoga, Reiki, and other healing settings, including adjustments or interventions that can feel invasive when they are done w...

Lisa and Laurea speak with Valarie Zavuya, who has more than 25 years of experience in shamanic energy healing, mediumship, past life work, herbal medicine, Reiki, and related practices. They discuss her background, the range of certifications and trainings she has completed, and how she came to this work through early experiences with spirit communication and past life readings. The trio discuss...

In this episode Lisa and Laurea speak with Lindsay Ashcraft, an Emmy award-winning former TV news producer who now runs an animal communication business called Paws and Listen. They discuss how they each approach animal communication sessions, often starting with only basic details, and how impressions can come through as felt senses, inner knowing, images, or words. They also talk about self-doub...

Thomas Gates returns to discuss the healing abilities he says emerged after his near-death experience, including a first healing case with his girlfriend’s ankle and the method he later termed “Healing Spectrums for Health and Wholeness.” He describes seeing color as frequency, acting as a facilitator rather than a healer, and viewing emotions and trauma as physiological processes that can be addr...

In this episode Lisa and Laurea discuss unusual experiences from their lives, including strange phone calls, moments that seemed impossible, and sightings that later had ordinary explanations. They also talk about experiences we interpret as spiritual or energetic, such as soul guides, signs, and possible communication through other people. Both reflect on seeing things that others could not, incl...

In this episode of the Off-Road Spirituality Podcast, Lisa and Laurea explore the transformative power of manifestation with their guest Grace Martinez, who shares her personal journey and insights. They discuss Grace's early experiences in Arizona and her introduction to manifestation through "The Secret." She recounts pivotal moments that shifted her perspective on shaping her reality and the im...

In this episode of Off-Road Spirituality, Lisa and Laurea dive into the nuanced nature of experiences and emotions, challenging the conventional labels of good and bad. Laurea shares a personal experience that illustrates how emotional responses can be influenced by external energies, emphasizing the need for self-reflection before reacting. They explore the significance of understanding our trigg...

In this episode of Off-Road Spirituality, Lisa and Laurea had the pleasure of speaking with Christine DiGinto, a multifaceted healer and practitioner of the Akashic Records. Christine's journey into healing began out of personal necessity, leading her to embrace her abilities as both a channel and a death doula. We explored her wide array of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, psychedelic...

In this episode, Laurea shares a deeply personal and vulnerable reflection on the challenges she's faced in recent weeks, touching on themes of fear, anxiety, and self-doubt. As she navigates these tumultuous feelings, she felt compelled to reach out to her audience, staying true to the commitment to transparency and authenticity throughout this podcast journey. Overcoming the initial resistance t...

Lisa and Laurea sit down with Lisa Gonsalves, the founder of Nipa Hut Wellness. As a Reiki master, sound bath practitioner, and life doula, Lisa's approach to healing spaces is rooted in inclusivity, addressing the needs of communities often marginalized within traditional wellness paradigms. Drawing from her experiences as the daughter of Filipino immigrants, Lisa emphasizes the significance of a...

In this episode, Lisa and Laurea discuss spiritual bypassing, a term coined by John Welwood that describes how individuals use spiritual beliefs to avoid confronting emotional pain. They share personal insights, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging both positive and negative experiences in life. Lisa and Laurea explore the dangers of "toxic positivity" and stress the need for honest self-aw...

Thomas Gates, author of "That Time I Died," shares his profound near-death experience (NDE) in conversation with hosts Laurea and Lisa. Thomas defines NDEs as transformative journeys occurring at the brink of death, emphasizing their insights into life and interconnectedness. He recounts his hospitalization due to appendicitis complications and the profound moments of separating from his physical...

Lisa and Laurea engage in a deep dive into the concept of Twin Flames with expert Emily Jennings. They cover how these intense spiritual connections act as catalysts for personal growth, exploring common misconceptions and emphasizing that not all Twin Flame relationships are romantic. Emily warns against approaching these connections from a place of desperation, advocating for self-work and heali...

In the inaugural episode of the Off Road Spirituality Podcast, Lisa and Laurea share their personal journeys; Laurea, a holistic energy healing practitioner, and Lisa Mechler, a trained yoga teacher and Reiki master. Laurea shares her childhood experiences with intuitive abilities and a transformative moment involving her son that propelled her into energy healing. Lisa recounts her discovery of t...

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