The Soul Amplified Podcast

I wanted to share what some codependent thoughts might sound like when it comes to making choices.  These are really where the challenges present themselves with codependents, as the desire to please, keep the peace and be liked or worthy are so high! A share a simple question you can ask yourself to make choices--"Do you actually want to do it?"  I know this seems simple, but it has cha...

I go deeply into the beliefs that people can have around money and how they can damage our ability to reach the lives we want.  Through exploring where the beliefs come from we can change them to be something else.  I share how to look at the origins of this, and give some positive beliefs people can have around money.  I hope this gets you started on thinking about your choices in a new way! Cont...

In this quick episode I break down how what we believe about money creates our ability to reach the goals and dreams we have for our life.  I shine a light on this concept, brining it to your awareness.  It is a lesser known topic that actually drives much of what happens in our lives.  Tune in to see what it's all about and how to begin changing your life! Contact Me or Consume My Stuff Here...

We visit again the book "Chakra and their Archetypes: Uniting Energy Awareness and Spiritual Growth" by Ambike Wauters.  This time we delve into the chapter on the Throat Chakra and talk about the Archetypes of The Silent Child and The Communicator.  Vanessa shares her thoughts on what Ambika teaches, & her experiences with the exercises and meditations.  Chakra talk is always so jui...

Saying the phrase "Why does this keep happening to me?" is a very disempowering statement.  I share why this creates energy in your life that attracts exactly what you don't want.  Instead, I want you focusing on the flip of this negative statement, which is learning life lessons from the Universe!  I give 4 tasks that you can do to help yourself change your mindset, gather up your...

Today I talk about the beginnings of the business, Soul Amplified.  I share what values it upholds, what my business aims to do, and how I want to help people.  I mention the book "The Path" (because I'm always talking about a book I read), which is by Laurie Beth Jones.  My course, The People Pleaser Recovery Roadmap, is showcased to share with you how it can help you grow into bei...

Who knew that being able to receive was such a big deal, right?  Well, it is.  If you can't receive, it causes problems in a lot of life areas.  Maybe ones you never thought about before.   I share about how it relates to codependency, of course (couldn't let you down there!)  But I also relate it to money, your goals and big dreams in life.  Being able to Receive is actually a really bi...

Our first podcast guest--EVER--Michelle Dickinson, has written a book about her childhood as a caregiver to her bipolar mother.  She shares intimate details of what it is like to be raised by a parent with a mental illness in her memoir, "Breaking into my Life", and then what she did to get her Self back.  I ask some deep questions that will hopefully help others know they can Claim thei...

Explore with me what the heart chakra does for us in our lives.  We dive into Amkida Water's book "Chakras and Their Archetypes: Uniting Energy Awareness and Spiritual Growth"  We learn about the dysfunctional archetype, the Actor/Actress and the functional archetype, the Lover.  I share my insights and some of my experiences with the exercises and meditations she offers.   Contact...

In this episode we'll dive into the 3 parts of the Nervous System.  I explain how it helps us receive all the bits of data we have streaming around us all the time.  We look at the influence of fear on flight, fight and freeze.  Understanding all of this--and more!--gives deeper meaning to the information shared in the last two Brain Stuff and Trauma episodes. It. Will. Blow. Your. Mind.   Ag...

I delve into how memories are made in childhood and infancy.  Then I lay out how this forms our opinion of how the world is--to you--and why it's different from what your neighbor, lover or best friend believes about the world.  I give many insights into how trauma can be touched an emerge but feel confusing--even seen as an 'over reaction'--because the reaction has no 'story&a...

Brain science is changing the definition of trauma.  I share new insights from research and behaviors or beliefs a person can express in their life when they've got unincorporated trauma.  This is the first in a 3 part series on trauma. Book I mention:  "Being a Brain-Wise Therapist: A Practical Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology" by Bonnie Badenoch Stuff I've got and how to c...

We look at the Solar Plexus chakra and it's archetypes, the dysfunctional servant and the functional warrior.  I share my perspectives on the book, Charkras and their Archetypes by Ambika Wauters.  There is much depth in discovering the personal power that can come from activating this Chakra! Meditation from the podcast (that wasn't in the book): After calming your body and mind, ask: A...

I share about a weekend of adventuring and wandering with my soul as an example of listening to your soul.  Going inward and listening is vital to happiness, and that bit of self care that I keep talking about as recovery from co-dependency. Intuition Quiz:  www.enlightenedbosslady.com (update Dec 2021--the quiz is no longer active) Free People Pleaser's Webinar:  www.soulamplifed.org (update...

We're gonna talk about money, and how you can take control of your situation!  I want you to reach your dreams, no matter what they are.  Co-dependent behaviors can get in the way of financial goals.  Since money touches many areas of life, this really means LOTS of goals.  I unpack the ways co-dependent behaviors trip people up on their way to Epicness. Intuition Quiz:  www.enlightenedbossla...

We look at the sacral chakra and it's archetypes, the dysfunctional martyr and the functional empress.  Vanessa shares her journaling and personal growth experiences.    Inspired by the book Chakras and their Archetypes by Ambika Wauters free webinar:  soulamplifed.org (update Dec 2021--this is now my website and the free webinar is no longer there) e-mail: vanessa@soulamplified.org  free int...

Vanessa breaks down why its so important to take time for YOU!  She talks about giving from a full cup and what laughter and calm can give to your life and career. Find me at: SoulAmplified.org to watch a free webinar on overcoming people pleasing (update Dec 2021--this is now my full website and no longer has the free webinar) Facebook Group: Enlightened Boss Lady to hear advice and encouragement...

Vanessa breaks down how co-dependency gets started--in an individual and in entire family generations.  This is a don't miss episode explaining where people get the drive to serve to an unhealthy and self diminishing level.  Find me at: www.soulamplified.org @soulamplified vanessa@soulamplified.org

Uncover what lies behind anger, how to explore it within yourself and not allow other's anger to control your life.  Vanessa gives advice for people pleasers on responding to the anger of those around you, as well as how to be helpful WITHOUT being resentful. Tidbits: For one on one coaching, contact me at vanessa@soulamplified.org Visit soulamplified.org to view my free webinar on people ple...

This is the first installment of the book Chakras and their Archetypes by Ambika Wauters.  We talk about the root chakra, the dysfunction victim archetype and its counterpart, the functional mother archetype.  I share my journaling experiences with the exercises she lays out and talk about how choosing to recognize even the small changes in yourself can lead to a deeper understanding and a better...

Today we dive into how focusing on others holds you back from your deepest purpose, to let your own light shine.  What holds us back, and what can we do about it?  Get some inspiration, some poignant thoughts and connect with your deeper purpose. 3 Growth Offerings from this podcast: 1)  Coaching:  Vanessa is accepting one on one coaching clients to work on personal breakthroughs, life crafting, o...

Discover how asking, "Whose responsibility is this, anyway?" can give you happiness.  When we over help, it leads to burnout and resentment.  Vanessa talks you through how figuring out your role in any given situation allows the other person to take control of their life, and gives you more space and happiness in yours.  Dive in and find out the freedom of only taking care of what you ar...

How focusing on positivity changes your mindset, outlook on life, social relationships, emotional state and even your physical health.  Vanessa shares a few tips on how you can begin to make changes in what you focus on.  This will help you grow what you value, rather than give your life energy and time to what pisses you off, fighting against it.  2 Growth Offerings from this podcast: 1) Join me...

Discover what keeps you from starting your business and how to see your own light.  Vanessa take you through the layers of what distracts you in everyday life from starting your business.  She shares 3 things you need to do to be a great entrepreneur, and reveals a few of her own entrepreneurial stumbling blocks.  As always, never give up! www.soulamplified.org @soulamplified vanessa@soulamplified...

How does your value of self reveals itself in the gifts you ask for?  I go over five points that can hope you create a deeper and more meaningful gift wish list for those in your life that expect it.   Creating the wish list of gifts is, ultimately, a gift of self discovery to yourself.   www.soulamplified.org @soulamplified vanessa@soulamplified.org