Starting With Gratitude

"Each of us is here to discover our true self." - Deepak Chopra The upcoming Leo New Moon and Lions Gate Portal (August 8th, 2021) has me tuning into the collective energy of (increasingly) being called back to self. As I pondered on what contributes to us returning home to ourselves, to us discovering our most authentic selves, I immediately thought - exploration.   How does one expect...

"We are all spiritual beings, even if we're not aware of it." A conversation rooted in honoring ourselves and our awakening, as well as overall returning home to ourselves, this episode is expansive on the spiritual journey. Our special guest, Mia Luckey, honestly and gracefully shares her story of unfolding into her truth and becoming intimate with her higher self. Mia is a License...

"What is meant to be comes with ease. Remind yourself that." I have been acknowledging the peace I currently feel and reflecting on what has contributed to this peace. Almost exactly a year ago, I was going through a lot of sudden shifts and unexpected changes that honestly led to am emotional (and spiritual) breakdown.  Looking back at this time, I realize that the moment I decided to (...

Camila Casanas honors food as the foundation of all health. And her journey towards becoming a Holistic Chef and Herbal Medicine Maker serves as her testimony. We touch and expand on this purposeful journey, as well as exchange stories on the awakening of body communication, transforming our relationships with food, and acknowledging play as healing. The knowledge of herbalism influenced Camila to...

" When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. When life is bitter say thank you and grow. " - Shauna Niequist  It's your host, Jocelyn! and I have some important updates for you regarding the future of this podcast. You can expect to not only hear more from our incredible special guests and their inspiring stories but also from me :)  The episodes that do not feature a guest wi...

Have you ever had an honest conversation with someone who is highly self-aware? Well, this is that conversation with that someone. Our episode twenty-two guest, Jada Gainer, shares her spiritually awakening journey with us and as she does we learn more about taking accountability for our own healing, as well as gain the perspective of what it looks like to transform with ease. Jada is an Aborisa,...

The life experiences we as a collective and as individuals have endured over the course of this past year have been challenging and awakening all at once. As duality reflects itself in all life, through the tough moments, some beautiful faces and spaces have arisen. One of those faces and (safe) spaces is Jonathan Singletary's weekly "Piano and Prayer" that continues to consistently...

Commonly known as social media's most outspoken supporter of this generation's interest in hoodoo and astrology, in this episode, we are having a conversation with Witchdoctoralex . We are in the midst of a Lunar Eclipse, as well as Retrograde season, so we definitely touch on that but, overall, we are talking all things spiritual.    As someone who has openly been in the "spiritual...

Did you choose the plant-based life or did the plant-based life choose you? In this episode, we are touching on various aspects of wellness with Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Sustainability Advocate, and Influencer, Valentina Padilla (also known as Sunflower Valentine ).    Passionate about raising awareness on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA immigration), we begin by discussing th...

Water Healer, Intuitive Empath, Plant Medicine Coach, and Birth Ritualist - amongst other healing gifts - Rocio Navarro shares with us her current state of being, as well as significant parts of her journey that led her to where she is now. Transitioning out of a momentous and incredibly healing ten-year cycle, Rocio now finds herself being a healer that no longer needs to be needed. We discuss th...

A conversation between friends, Travis Phillips, most commonly known as Yoh (one of thee best writers in the game), and I catch up on the life changes and life reflections that sprouted over the course of the past year. We touch on reconnecting (and redefining) our relationship with spirituality, as well as making sure to prioritize stillness as we continue to journey forward.  Yoh's current...

Wow. And just like that season 02 has come to a close. Four months, sixteen meaningful conversations, and over 1000 downloads later, I stand here with immense gratitude for all my guests, my listeners, and this growing community. So excited for all that is to come.  And yes, I'll be getting a new mic in celebration of surpassing 1K and stepping into season 03. Thank you for bearing with me an...

Bred in Amsterdam and now growing as a multidisciplinary creative in New York, Yavez Anthonio is dedicated to reaching his fullest potential and making both himself and his family back home proud. A storyteller whose visuals bring a sense of nostalgia, Yavez shares with us his inspiration and influence that has ultimately brought forth a successful journey with its own set of (worthy) risks and sa...

As our episode 15 guest, Ricardo Emmanuel, celebrates his birthday this season, this conversation is rooted in transition. Transitioning into consciously prioritizing self and overall self wellness,  Ricardo shares his gratitude for the lessons and the hardships that ultimately led to his recent newfound peace. Ricardo is a visual artist and director whose most heartfelt project thus far is being...

Collage OG and designer, Bernie, also known as Bernz, is our guest for episode 14. Overcoming a season of sadness and loss comes a season of discovery and self-love. As we are in the midst of our one year quarantine anniversary, where all of our lives changed, Bernie and I touch on what these changes looked like for him and what lessons came from them. Having been in the game for years, Bernie jus...

A conversation rooted in gratitude, perseverance, faith, and purpose, Bizness Boi shares his journey to success and living well. Coming from a space like Milwaukee, his path was/is unconventional but ultimately rewarding. And now, he's gifted the position to be able to inspire others, share resources, and make investments, which Bizness Boi acknowledges and is grateful for. Not only is Biznes...

It's not common for someone from our hometown to become one of the music industry's favorite (and respected) engineers but Edgard Herrera, also known as Era, manifested it for himself. Engineer for record label Internet Money and dedicated independent artist, Edgard's journey to success is an inspirational one. You can follow Edgard here and check out Internet Money here .    The mu...

A diverse conversation on fatherhood, tunnel vision, and evolving into self-care - this episode with photographer and creative director Aaron Ricketts is an inspiring one for those seeking to balance wellness and work, those stepping into the creative field full-time, and specifically men wanting to prioritize healthier habits. You can follow Aaron here and learn more about him here . Aaron is one...

For creatives like Dewey Saunders , art truly is life. From making collages to designing album covers to (recently) launching a clothing brand called Comfort Club , Dewey's day-to-day is nothing short of an artist at play. So how does an artist like Dewey remain inspired to create? In this episode, Dewey and I discuss maintaining the overall wellbeing of inspiration and creation. We touch on...

Page one of Season 02 is debuting with Gary D'Andre "Gangsta Gurry"   - a healer, astrologer, Mystic Moments Podcast host, and divine human being.  This is a spirit-led conversation about being seen (not only by others but your own self),  embracing your fullness, the little things that help us shift our mindset, holding space for growth, healing as a lifelong journey, shadow-work,...

Wow. And just like that season 01 has come to a close. Two months, eight meaningful conversations, and over 500 downloads later, I stand here with immense gratitude for all my guests, my listeners, and this growing, new community.  I, your host Jocelyn, couldn't step into season 02 without a proper farewell to a season that will forever hold a very special place in my heart. Here are my since...

"Create with intention, scale with strategy" is one of many tweets I heart by Kai Miller, a woman who is unsubscribing from hustle culture and subscribing to the full embodiment of self. We are in a time of needing instant gratification, being faced with a saturation of temporary content, and feeling pressured to the point of comparison. For Kai, this is no more. As we discuss leading a...

We're all familiar with it... that transitional space between who you were and who you are becoming. A space in which you are shedding the old and still unfolding the new. "The cocoon phase" as our very special guest Ashley "Outrageous" Ocampo calls it. Ashley is currently in the midst of this transition, personally and professionally (re)shaping her foundation, her lifest...

Yari Blanco is deepening her appreciation and gratitude for the simplest yet most grandiose things, like her ability to breathe. She is also prioritizing her wellness through therapy, friendship, and cooking herself shrimp pasta. This is a beautiful conversation that expresses self-love and self-care, that exemplifies healing, that is honest and relatable. Yari is currently, first and foremost, an...

Motherhood, running a business, and adjusting to how you show up in different seasons of your life are three highlights of this beautiful conversation with Zoila Darton. She is one of those women you witness and ask, "How does she do it all?" and "What can't she do?" Currently finding herself in a space of setting boundaries (and overcoming the guilt that may come from it)...