Soul Sparks

In this transformative episode of Soul Sparks , host Saima welcomes Sally Holden, a leading expert in holistic healing, to discuss how life's most difficult experiences can lead us back to our true selves. Sally shares her personal journey of overcoming burnout, healing from trauma, and reclaiming self-worth. She opens up about the pivotal moments that disconnected her from her soul and how she re...

In this inspiring episode of SoulSparks , host Saima sits down with best-selling author Leslie Lindsay Davis to explore the transformative power of self-compassion. Leslie shares how prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish but rather the key to better mental health, stronger relationships, and a more fulfilling life. She unpacks how self-compassion differs from self-esteem, the role of mindfulness, an...

In this episode of Soul Sparks with Saima , we sit down with Dr. Michelle Maidenberg, a renowned psychotherapist, author, NYU professor, and mindfulness expert. Dr. Maidenberg shares invaluable insights on emotional resilience, mindfulness, and the role of values in shaping a fulfilling life. We dive deep into how emotional avoidance holds us back, how aligning with our core values enhances well-b...

In this powerful episode of Soul Sparks , host Saima sits down with mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and poet Dale Walsh, who has spent the past 50 years navigating schizophrenia. From a life-altering psychotic episode at Dartmouth College to overcoming 15 hospitalizations, Dale shares his journey of resilience, self-discovery, and advocacy. He discusses misconceptions about schizophrenia, th...

In this powerful episode of SoulSparks , host Saima sits down with Carrie Severson, a writer, speaker, and caregiver, to explore burnout, caregiving, and the power of intuition. Carrie shares her deeply personal journey of advocating for her husband during his cancer battle while also learning how to care for herself. Together, they unpack the challenges of the healthcare system, how caregivers ca...

In this thought-provoking episode of Soul Sparks , host Anya sits down with Blair Abee, a best-selling author, poet, educator, and self-described ordinary mystic. Blair shares his journey from a traumatic job loss to discovering his transformative meditation system, Higher Consciousness Meditation . This practice goes beyond traditional mindfulness, offering a direct path to soul contact, manifest...

In this thought-provoking episode of Soul Sparks , host Saima sits down with Scott Grace, the author of How to Evolve in the Trump Experience: Whether Humanity Joins You or Not and a teacher of Nonviolent Communication. Scott shares his journey of navigating fear, division, and polarization with humor, empathy, and wisdom. From his deeply personal moment of self-awareness with his daughter to his...

In this deeply insightful episode of Soul Sparks , host Avik Chakraborty welcomes Mike Martin, an outdoor adventure guide, mindfulness teacher, and host of Project Mindfully Outdoors Podcast . Together, they explore the transformative power of nature and how stepping outside can help us reconnect with ourselves. Mike shares his personal journey—how hiking became his lifeline during one of the most...

In this episode of SoulSparks , host Saima welcomes Kris Rice, the visionary founder of ChillPod, to discuss the game-changing impact of cold therapy on stress recovery, resilience, and peak performance. Chris shares her deeply personal journey into cold plunging, how it helped her reset her nervous system, boost energy, and enhance mental clarity, and why it has become an essential daily ritual....

In this enlightening episode of Soul Sparks , host Saima sits down with Kerie Logan, a renowned hypnotherapist, coach, and spiritual advisor, to explore the profound connection between human consciousness and personal transformation. Kerie shares her journey of discovering her life’s true calling, the science behind raising vibrational energy, and how mastering higher states of consciousness can c...

What is the soul, and what is its true purpose? In this deeply transformative conversation, we explore the nature of the soul, consciousness, and spiritual evolution with Dean Graves, a renowned meditation teacher, mental health counselor, and spiritual guide with over 20 years of experience. Dean reveals why we don’t have a soul, but rather, we ARE a soul, and how this simple yet profound shift i...

In this episode of SoulSparks , host Saima sits down with Clementine Moss—founder and drummer of Zepparella, spiritual counselor, and author—to explore the transformative power of meditation, healing, and creativity. From rock and roll stages to silent meditation retreats, Clem shares how her journey led to a profound realization that her spiritual practice and music career were not separate, but...

In this enlightening episode of SoulSparks , host Saima welcomes Brigitta Visser, a Soul Empowerment Coach, Divine Channel, and Light Language Healer, to explore how shifting consciousness can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life. Brigitta shares her profound insights on personal transformation, healing past traumas, and embracing authenticity. She explains how our thoughts shape our reali...

In this episode of Soul Sparks , we welcome Adrienne Simmons, a vitality coach who transformed her life from chronic fatigue and unhealthy habits to a thriving, energized state. Adrienne shares her powerful journey of overcoming pre-diabetes, breaking free from toxic habits, and discovering the key to boosting energy from a cellular level. She reveals the nine non-negotiable lifestyle changes that...

In this eye-opening episode of Soul Sparks , host Saima sits down with Mia Hanks, a survivor of narcissistic abuse and author of the award-winning memoir Bride-Made . After spending 29 years in a marriage with a covert narcissist, Mia courageously broke free and is now dedicated to raising awareness and helping others find their voice. She shares her personal journey, the red flags of narcissistic...

In this enlightening episode of Soul Sparks , host Saima sits down with Phyllis E. Levitt, a seasoned psychotherapist, author, and advocate for mental health. With over 34 years of experience, Phyllis delves into the profound connection between spirituality and emotional healing. She shares how her personal spiritual journey revealed buried childhood trauma and how integrating psychological therap...

In this enlightening episode of  Soul Sparks , host Sima sits down with Jim Marshall, a pioneer in human potential development and the creator of Septemics, a groundbreaking system designed to accelerate personal growth. With over 15,000 hours of experience studying human behavior, Jim shares how Septemics, based on 35 unique scales of seven levels, can help individuals and groups navigate challen...

In this inspiring episode of  Soul Sparks , host Saima welcomes Aisha Makara, an artist, entrepreneur, and world traveler, whose journey of courage and creativity has taken her from Mongolia to over 60 countries. Ayesha shares her remarkable story of transformation, how she overcame challenges, reconnected with her creative energy, and built a life full of meaning and adventure. Whether it's sendi...

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