Whisper to the Wild One - A Luminous Self Podcast

In this episode the Susie and Marcus invite listeners to practice self-compassion through small daily choices: setting boundaries, pausing to rest, and interrupting negative self-talk. They discuss the power of saying "no" without over-explaining, building a strong foundation of self-worth, and using music and mindful habits as tools to recharge. With practical examples and gentle reminders, the e...

Hosts Susie (LCSW) and Marcus (life coach) invite listeners to release New Year pressure, breathe, and start fresh whenever it feels right. They discuss realistic goal-setting, the 12-week year idea, and moving from perfection to curiosity. The episode explores nervous-system care, pausing instead of hustling, and choosing a personal “Wild One Rising” word (examples: endurance, consistency) to gui...

We’re back after a short hiatus and committed to more consistent weekly episodes in 2026. To make that happen, Marcus and Susie will move to audio-first episodes (video only for guests) while they build a small team to improve production. Expect honest conversations, new guests, and practical perspectives on everyday struggles. Episodes will drop on Fridays across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and audi...

Episode 6: Vitality and the Wild One ~ Conversations w/Craig Jackman  What does it mean to stay wild, vital, and kind in a world that sometimes wants to tame us — or tell us we’re “too old” to shine? ✨ How Craig stays connected to his “wild one” in everyday life ✨ The role of kindness and creativity in sustaining passion over time ✨ What vitality really means in an industry that often spotlight...

Whisper to the Wild One – Episode 5 “She wasn’t broke. She was bright.” Have you ever been told you were “too much” or “not enough”? This episode is for the ones who have carried the weight of feeling broken—when in truth, you were never broke. You were always bright. Join Susie, LCSW, and Marcus, Certified Life Advisor, as we explore how early messages and life experiences can make us mistake our...

Play isn’t just for children—it’s a birthright we often forget along the way. In this episode, we invite you to rediscover the freedom, curiosity, and joy that come alive when we allow ourselves to play. Together we explore how reclaiming play can heal, awaken inner freedom, and remind us of the wild, luminous self within. Whether you’ve felt too burdened, too busy, or too broken to play—this conv...

🌀 Episode 3: When Did You Begin to Shrink? Have you ever felt like you had to make yourself smaller just to belong? In this tender and powerful episode, Susie (LCSW) and Marcus (Certified Life Advisor) explore the moment many of us learned to quiet our brilliance in exchange for safety, approval, or peace. Together, we dive into: ✨ What “shrinking” looks like in everyday life ✨ Gentle coaching...

✨ What if the part of you that feels like “too much” is exactly what the world needs? In this luminous first episode, your hosts—a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Life Advisor—invite you into a brave, gentle conversation about coming home to your truest, wildest self. Together, we explore: 🌿 What it means to “come home” to yourself 🌿 How and why we disconnect from our Wild One...

Ever felt like there’s a wild, radiant version of you waiting beneath the surface? In this tender and honest first episode, your hosts Susie, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Marcus, Certified Life Advisor—answer the questions that started it all.  instagram: @your_luminous_self website: https://www.luminous-self.com/