The Authentic Creative: expanding our capacity to feel good

Celebrate a luminous milestone with us as we mark over 200 episodes of The Authentic Creative: expanding our capacity to feel good Podcast! In this special holiday edition, we're joined by the Goddesses of Light panel, a radiant gathering of inspiring voices sharing wisdom, joy, and empowerment. Together, we reflect on the journey so far, illuminate the power of creativity and connection, and...

In the final episode of the 10-day meditation journey on The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , we reflect on the transformation you’ve experienced throughout the series. This episode is all about integration—anchoring the lessons learned, grounding the energy of growth, and embracing the power of gratitude. In this meditation, you’ll take time to appreciate your journey and...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , we focus on deep rest and renewal. Life can be fast-paced and demanding, leaving us feeling drained or out of balance. In this meditation, we guide you through a Reiki-infused body scan designed to bring your body, mind, and spirit back into harmony. This session will help you release tension, rejuvenate your energy,...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , we focus on cultivating abundance in your life. Many of us have unknowingly adopted limiting beliefs about scarcity, but the truth is that abundance is always available to us. This meditation will guide you through a powerful shift as you rewrite your relationship with prosperity. Through affirmations, visualization,...

After years climbing the corporate ladder in New York City, Vanessa Bennett realized something was missing. Driven by a desire for deeper fulfillment, she began a journey of self-discovery through psychotherapy, yoga, and meditation—ultimately uncovering her passion for helping others thrive. Today, Vanessa is a holistic psychotherapist, author, and co-host of the Cheaper Than Therapy podcast, ble...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , I guide you through a meditation designed to unblock your creative energy and reignite your inspiration. Whether you're working on a project, exploring new ideas, or simply seeking to reconnect with your creative potential, this practice will help you tap into the infinite source of creativity that flows through...

In this powerful and love-infused episode of The Authentic Creative , we embark on a magical journey to align with your highest self. Through guided breathwork and Reiki-inspired energy clearing, you’ll release limiting beliefs, invite divine clarity, and step into your life’s true purpose. Feel the radiant energy of your highest self as it fills you with wisdom, love, and empowerment, creating a...

What’s holding you back from living your fullest potential? In this empowering episode, we guide you through a powerful visualization to uncover and release the limiting beliefs that no longer serve you. Feel the freedom that comes from letting go of old stories and stepping into a life filled with new possibilities. This is your chance to embrace the shifts waiting for you! ✨ "We explore th...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , I will guide you on a journey to awaken your inner intuition. Intuition is the voice inside that provides wisdom, guidance, and clarity. It’s always with you, waiting to be tuned into and heard. Through a soothing meditation, you'll connect with the wisdom within, calming the mind, and opening your heart to recei...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , we dive deep into the heart space to cultivate self-love and release emotional blockages. Using Reiki-infused visualization, this episode guides you through a gentle and healing practice designed to open your heart, invite in unconditional love, and help you connect with your truest self. Whether you're looking t...

Join me for a very special and intimate minisode featuring my mom, Christine, my stepdad, Sandy, friends, Lina, Serena and me, as we come together to create The Little Buddhist Chorus . Together, we sing an a cappella rendition of Oh Be Joyful , a heartfelt and uplifting piece celebrating mindfulness, gratitude, and the simple yet profound beauty of joy! This song is a blend of love, connection, a...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative , I’m joined by Erin Rachel Doppelt, a spiritual psychology and meditation teacher, founder of Spiritual Intelligence, and creator of UpLevel Meditation. Erin holds a master’s in psychology in education with a spirituality mind-body focus from Columbia University. She has spent her twenties studying with gurus across Israel, India, Asia, and Europe, and no...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good , we explore the transformative power of intentional breathing. Your breath is more than just a function—it’s a bridge connecting your mind and body, grounding you in the present moment while energizing your entire being. Through a calming guided breathwork session, you’ll learn: 🌬️ How to use your breath to release str...

In this first episode of Awaken Your Inner Power: A 10-Day Meditation Journey , we focus on grounding into presence. Through guided visualization and affirmations, you'll connect with the earth’s energy, release tension, and cultivate a sense of safety and stability. This practice lays the foundation for deeper healing and transformation. Ready to go deeper? Explore my Mountain Breathwork inf...

In this episode, I talk with Aneta Ardelian Kuzma, a transformational coach, wellness consultant, and host of the Live the Width of Your Life podcast. Aneta shares her journey from corporate burnout to creating a life of purpose and peace through coaching and wellness practices. We explore how to overcome stress, redefine success, and navigate holiday triggers and expectations, all while staying t...

In today’s episode, Dr. Arianna Masotti, clinical psychologist and CEO of Bloome, shares how she blends therapy, executive coaching, and nutrition to help busy professionals, creatives, and visionaries reach their highest potential. Arianna discusses her journey of founding her wellness clinic and the power of integrating creativity with psychological techniques to empower individuals in both thei...

In this episode, we’re joined by Alexandra Cole, a former corporate consultant turned Human Design coach, who now helps individuals, families, and couples find clarity and confidence in their purpose. After a decade of guiding Fortune 500 companies, Alexandra transitioned to using Human Design to help her clients optimize their relationships, careers, finances, and overall well-being. Born in Lond...

In today’s special minisode, we’re taking a moment to connect with anyone who might be feeling the weight of a tough day. This is a gentle reminder that you are loved, seen, and never alone. Sometimes, we all need to pause and feel supported with kind words and a steady breath. Join us for a brief moment of comfort and encouragement to help you find strength in difficult times. You’ve got this—and...

In this episode, I chat with Karen Berzanski, a Transformational Money Mindset Coach, Certified Pro EFT™ Tapping Coach, and self-proclaimed trauma thriver. Karen’s journey to healing began unexpectedly in 2008 after a serious accident in New York City that left her dealing with PTSD, chronic pain, and life upheaval. At a healing retreat in California, she discovered EFT Tapping—a practice that hel...

In this episode, Breathwork & Becoming, we dive into the transformative power of breathwork and embodiment with Tracy Litt, founder of The Litt Factor and The School of Becoming™. Tracy shares her unique approach that blends science, spirituality, and emotional healing, guiding us on how breathwork can help shift us from fear to a space of self-worth and abundance. We explore her Mind Magic® m...

In this episode, I chat with Tosca Fasso, a former Fortune 100 executive who climbed the corporate ladder to Wall Street. Despite her success, Tosca found that power and prestige couldn’t fulfill her desire to make a real difference. Driven by her values, she left her role to launch Manager on a Mission , a movement focused on building workplaces based on trust and empowerment. Tosca shares: How r...

In this episode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good Podcast, we explore what it means to "think with a creative heart" with visionary artist and craftsman Christopher Grant Ward. Celebrated for his custom wood furniture crafted from sustainably sourced African wood, Christopher shares how his deeply personal approach to design allows him to co-create pieces tha...

In this heartfelt episode, my dear friend, soul singer, award-winning songwriter, and Self-Love Master Practitioner, Mēagan Sky joins us to share her journey of music, self-discovery, and empowerment. Known for her gospel-inspired sound and powerful lyrics, Mēagan’s music reaches listeners worldwide, encouraging them to embrace authenticity and self-love. Her latest EP, I’ll Be The One, has alread...

Welcome to a special Halloween minisode of The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good ! I’m your host, Siri Baruc Thornton, dressed as Daphne from Scooby-Doo. It's a bit wild that I'm doing a juice cleanse on Halloween—brilliant idea or pure torture? We’ll find out! Halloween is more than costumes and candy; it’s a celebration of transformation, creativity, and the thin...

The Authentic Creative: Expanding Our Capacity to Feel Good is your go-to podcast for exploring healing, self-discovery, and living with greater joy. This week’s episode features Janine Wolf, a Certified Conscious Connected Breath Coach trained in the foundations of rebirthing. With extensive experience breathing hundreds of children and adults in both private and group settings, Janine's ses...