Self-Care For The Soul

Modern spirituality often glorifies transcendence—rising above the body and the world. But what if that’s only half the path? In this illuminating conversation,  Cynthia Abulafia —author of  Embodying the Goddess —challenges patriarchal spirituality and calls us back to sacred embodiment. Drawing from non-duality and Tantric traditions, she reveals the Divine Feminine as alive in the bod...

Women have been objectified in the media since time immemorial, being treated as mere sex symbols for the satisfaction of the male gaze. Cinematic pioneer  Nina Menkes  is actively addressing this problem through her groundbreaking documentary,  Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power . She joins Debra Graugnard to shed light on how A-list directors have been using the film industry to perpet...

What if everything you thought you knew about human trafficking was just the beginning? Debra Graugnard sits down with survivor, author, and advocate  Andi Buerger , founder of  Voices Against Trafficking , and publisher  Teresa Velardi . Andi shares her powerful story of familial trafficking and survival, redefining the crime to include the sex trade, labor, and debt repayment. The...

Holidays are upon us. Are you emotionally prepared? According to the results of a [2023] poll by the American Psychological Association: Nearly nine in 10 (89%) [US adults] say that concerns such as not having enough money, missing loved ones and anticipating family conflict cause them stress at this time of year. While stress appears to be common at this time of year, 43% said that the stress of...

Last week’s meditation guided us to lean into the inner feminine, which is the receptor of light and connector with the subtle realms. Living from the feminine is key to living in communion with Source. This week we explore the sacred nature of the inner masculine and how the inner feminine and masculine can synchronize to bring the light into the world through your actions.  You're invited t...

Last week’s meditation focused on ascension and recognizing ourselves as light beings in bodies being light in the physical realm, rather than physical beings in a dense world trying to find the light.   One key to this is leaning into your inner feminine, which is the receptor of light and connector with the subtle realms. Living from the feminine is key to living in communion with Source –...

This earth plane is a place of great beauty and light, and it also contains immense darkness. The human body is also a vessel of great beauty and light, and it can be dense and contain shadows and blind spots.   As the consciousness of our world rapidly evolves, we are faced with an overwhelming number of choices to make on a daily basis - not just about day-to-day activities, but about where...

These are turbulent times. You might feel helpless or have difficulty knowing what, if anything, you can do. To access guidance, we need space to connect with the still voice within. This is where the inner wisdom can come through and provide us with the best path forward for the moment. This is a recording from a webinar held earlier this year. We've removed participant comments to respect privac...

At the core of your body is your divine light. Deep within the heart lives a spark — the divine flame that is uniquely yours. Your inner radiance is a reflection of your core light and inner spark.   This meditation is a sacred journey inward, to awaken that flame and allow its radiance to fill you and expand beyond the boundaries of the body.   As you connect with this light, you’ll fee...

I’m not an advocate for disengaging completely or denying the struggles that are in front of you, but I am an advocate for maintaining self-care as you move through even the most stressful times. There are signs of stress that often go unnoticed and simple techniques to manage the body’s tension and nervous system responses before they take a toll on your health. Listen to this Meditation & He...

This is a replay of a webinar that was held live earlier this year. The interactive parts that include participant voices have been deleted, so some transitions may sound a little choppy. However, I believe you will still appreciate what is shared. This webinar series was held to support the release of my new book - Fear, Food, and Feminine Power: A Sacred Pathway of Transformational Healing . The...

These days, it seems as if every move you make could be watched, weighed, and silently judged. It can feel like life is one long performance, whether for the benefit of others or for your own protection. It creates a subtle tension in your body, a hesitation before taking action or speaking your truth — it’s the residue of a media-driven world that taught you to earn belonging by being pleasing, c...

You cannot steer the vehicle if you are not in the driver's seat. And you cannot make the wisest decisions if you are not connected to your higher self.   This Meditation & Healing Circle focuses on a sound healing practice to connect with your highest self, elevate your energy, and embody your higher frequency.  NOTE: I'm changing the post schedule for these episodes. I'll be postin...

Do you ever find yourself caught in the trap of trying to get things right, asking, “Why aren’t things working out for me? I’ve tried and prayed and even begged. What am I doing wrong?” I believe we all have at some point. It’s devasting! But what we often find is that we get so caught up in believing we need to do something to earn the outcome or reward or grace that we seek. And then when we loo...

In today’s divided world, it seems unlikely that we can work out our differences. We’re up against an extensive, sophisticated machine that seeks to separate people into opposing factions, while sparking hatred, anger, and blame.   When violence escalates and fires rage, it can be hard to hold onto hope. But we must. Each of us has some reason to believe in a brighter future – a world of love...

Humans have free will, so when we need help, we must ask. There is power in calling on angels for healing your heart, asking for support, and seeking guidance. In this guided healing meditation, we clear blocks to connect with the sincere yearning in our hearts and call on our unseen support team for help.  Listen for a powerful guided healing to receive and transform on the cellular level. Y...

When your world is profoundly shifting, it can be difficult to trust that a supportive and stable foundation will emerge. On one hand, spiritually, a seeker aspires to surrender to the impermanence of life and trust in divine flow. On the other, she strives to hold strong to values and convictions and to stand for what is in the highest and for the greater good of all. What is moving around you an...

There is a saying in the Qur’an that says that when God created the Earth, she was shaking, so He set down the mountains to make her stable. Geologically speaking, when the tectonic plates of the Earth were moving, they crashed against each other, edges crumbling and lifting each other up until the movement stopped, forming the marvelous, majestic mountains. Our hearts are wired to sense the awe a...

Are you wrestling with the paralysis of fear? Almost everyone I talk to lately seems to be stifled by the uncertainty of the current situation and what the future holds. We’re in challenging times. This is all the more reason to bring forth your brilliance, vibrance, and your best self. You need the presence of your inner light, and so does the world. Even when the fears are justified, you can sti...

Sometimes we need to set boundaries to protect our hearts. Many of my friends are needing to turn off the news and disconnect from what is happening in our country. It’s a lot to process. It hurts the tender places inside. And if we are losing friends and disagreeing with family members in the process, it hurts even more. So many of us are retreating and shutting down so we don’t have to feel. The...

We're coming up on Lion's Gate - August 8th is this coming Friday. Now is a good time for tapping into guidance and getting clear on intentions. In this Meditation & Healing Circle, we bring some deep introspection and tap into the vibrations of the 6th and 7th heavens. This is where we can assess between many possibilities and get clarity on what aligns with the inspiration of the deep heart....

Every heart has a song. The heartsong is a deeply intimate, heartfelt expression that speaks from your inner essence. It calls you to discover your unique purpose, to live into your authentic being, to reach the fulfillment you are here to realize. What is the song of your heart? My friend Camela Widad leads this Meditation & Healing Circle, guiding you on an exploration of your heartsong. Joi...

What does it mean to evolve? Our modern-day meaning is "to develop gradually from a simple to a more complex form." But we are complex creatures living totally convoluted lives! Perhaps we need to take this term back to it's Latin origin: "volvere" which means "to roll" with the "e" meaning "out of" -- to roll out of the complex chaotic states that make our bodies and our planet sick and return to...

My teacher used to say, "Don't stop with the outside pictures. Go behind and behind and behind... until you reach the truth." But what can we do in this time when we are bombarded with so many messages and it is hard to know what is real? Our best resource is to search within and find our deeper insights. How can we use the conflicting messages to help us find what is true for us in our hearts? Th...

We, along with our ancestors, are a part of a collective stream of consciousness that is ever-evolving. Our ancestors have knowledge and wisdom they learned in their earth lifetimes that they passed to us. Our ancestors that have passed from the body have moved beyond the constrictions of the realm. So, they have the benefit of a broader view that we cannot see - and they are here to support us in...