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After an extended hiatus, we are back! Funny that I named this podcast 'Paths Back to You", because that was precisely what I have been struggling with for the past year or so. In this first episode back, I invite you to take a moment wherever you are in life, to remember that it is completely natural to get lost on the paths that are guiding us back home, or toward something new altogether. You are not alone.  Mentioned in the episode:💌  Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE Email: pathsbacktoyou@gmail.com  💓 Support the show  Support the show

I believe there's an intimate connection, a boundedness between love and loss.  A correlation between the depth of the love we experience and the profound loss and grief that may someday follow. Through every disappointment, every diminishing connection, or the dissolution of love, I have always found such treasure through each heartache. In this episode, we dive deeper into the inextricable relationship between the two, and how to navigate through this complex dynamic. Some days love and grief may taste the same. Like honey or bitter medicine, and both are necessary and delightful ingredients.Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE The Wild Edge of Sorrow - Francis Weller (book) Support the show

Do you ever catch yourself feeling nostalgic for what was? Or feeling that if and only if you reached another "destination",  "chapter" or "thing" in your life, then you can finally feel at ease. Or perhaps you get so caught up in the "what ifs" that it feels paralyzing at times to move forward. It's so human of us to cling and grasp, all with either rose-tinted glasses on, or impossibly catastrophic stories in our heads.  In this episode, we talk about why it's so paramount to remain in the present and some practices for a reality check of the "facts" of the past and future. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE Support the show

Happy 2021 and welcome back! In this episode, Amanda Prechel and I discuss a variety of topics such as self-love/self-worth, the gift of repeating patterns and lessons, magic vs mundane, the art of self-study, gratitude and so much more. Connect with Amanda PrechelInstagram:@amandaprechel @reflectorlifeMentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/herewithdia)Support the show

The patterns we hold and experience are old programming and conditioning that have solidified into what might feel like our 'natural reaction'. In this episode, we talk about why it is such a loving act to lean into the painful patterns we have which are no longer serving us and which put walls between us and our personal evolution and inner peace. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE A Return to Love - Marianne Williamson (book) Support the show

Sorry for the hiatus! In this episode, I talk about this "micro-death/rebirth" theme that has been popping up lately personally and I think on a collective level. Scorpion season can bring lots of transformation, and sometimes they're not always easy to navigate. I hope if you've been feeling some of these themes, this conversation can aid in some ways, or just help you realize you're not alone. Sending you all my best! Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE Support the show

I wanted to do a quick check-in to reflect some of the 'waves' I've experienced within these past few days. I hope this episode resonates with you and please feel free to reach out and share any thoughts and comments. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE Support the show

Guided Meditation for Inner Child Healing. There exists an inner child in each of us, allow this meditation to guide you, and begin the process of consciously embracing, loving, and healing that aspect of you. 💛Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  WEBSITE Support the show

Healing our inner child is an important aspect of self-care because no matter if we're 20 or 80, there exists an inner child in each of us. In this episode, we talk about why it's not only essential and empowering to heal our inner child. In what ways might our inner child show up? And how do we begin the process of consciously embracing, loving, and healing that aspect of ourselves. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for "How to Heal Your Inner Child" Support the show

What does it mean for you to be Connected, Empowered, and Joyful? Language and words can be both expansive and restrictive. We assign our collective and personal meaning and association with each word. In this episode, I take us on a delightful exploration of what each of these words might mean, look, feel, or show up in our everyday experiences and interactions, both in our inner landscape as well as our outer relationships. I invite you to discover and inquire what those states of being look like for you and how we might find the paths to guide us closer to our own unique authentic truths.   Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

Are you a dreamy Pisces? or a fun-loving Leo? Everybody and their mama probably know their zodiac sun sign. But the study and art of astrology have SO much more to offer. In this week's episode, I chat with our guest Larimar about astrology and specifically looking at your birth chart in regards to personal empowerment and self-realization. We talk about which aspects might give you some insights, which houses to look into. (if you have no idea what I'm talking about - then this episode is also perfect for you!) We cover the basics as well as dive deeper into the insights and magic of astrology. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

I'm so excited to make this mid-week announcement!  Get on the Modern Penpals List Also I'm super excited for Friday's episode! We will chat about Astrology for personal empowerment with our guest Larimar Kriative. (stay tuned)Support the show

A number of things can seem like "failures" on our personal and spiritual growth journey. In this episode, we will talk about why failing is GOOD. Whether you're frustrated with repeating old patterns and reactive behaviors, feeling stuck or stagnant on your journey, or perhaps you are just frustrated that you haven't attained a life-altering spiritual awakening. We take a look at the gifts these challenges and frustrations bring, and reframe our understanding to why they are spaces to practice compassion and trust.  Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

Why is it confusing and so hard to distinguish our ego vs our intuition? In this episode, we explore the differences between the voice of our ego vs the powerful inner guidance we most often neglect or haven't quite "tapped into". We talk about how to acknowledge the voice of our ego so that we no longer react from a place of fear, insecurity, anger or pain. We will also go into depth on what intuition feels or sound like, and how to create an empowered and beneficial partnership with that built-in guidance system. It is one of the very first steps to begin healing our wounds and reframe old and limiting belief systems. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

As humans we love putting "labels" and we love naming things. Because when we label, that thing becomes concrete and easily recognizable, it makes sense. When we name things, inanimate objects like our car, laptop, etc... We create a personal connection and bond with those things we've labeled and given names to. While this may not always be productive for every single aspect of our experience, this technique can be useful when applied to less concrete concepts such as our ego, intuition, inner child, etc... Have you learned and understood the concept that "we are not our thoughts", but finding it hard to bring that concept into practice? In today's episode, we will discuss how to identify each aspect of us, how we can name them, initial introduction, as well as applying fun practices once we've established this brand new connection. We can open a direct line of communication with those fragments of us, and bring in more harmony, healing, and inner guidance. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

There is a time and place to take things seriously. However, many of us find ourselves navigating through the shadow side of "seriousness". From taking ourselves too seriously, often getting defensive and upset, to feeling stuck in a spiral of worst-case-scenario, and rumination of feeling angry, sad or helpless. In this episode, we will first talk about how being a "victim" of over-seriousness may show up in our experiences and interactions. We will also discuss a variety of fun practices to bring space and awareness next time we find ourselves spiraling down the rabbit hole. Every shadow contains a precious gift, and the gift of seriousness is DELIGHT. So let's explore how we can tap into the gift of delight and bring more joy and expansion into each moment. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

We reclaim our power when we find spaces to transform from the victim narrative into one that empowers us with gratitude and trust. Every circumstance and event adds to our layers of identity. Empowerment acknowledges and honors what was, without judgement, without clinging. It is a conscious choice, to then examine the wounded parts of us and in what ways it has damaged or kept us from the most connected, empowered and joyful experiences. It is honoring previous versions of ourselves with compassion. We begin by having awareness of the programmed narratives we bring into every interaction, relationship and challenge. Finding spaces to rewrite those narratives, so that instead of reacting with fear, anger or insecurity, we can begin to heal and show up with curiosity, patience, and understanding. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

Ever feel like affirmations, visualization or positive thinking just doesn't quite cut it? A crucial aspect of manifesting and creating our dream reality requires us to be courageous and dig even deeper. If you've heard about words like "shadow" or "shadow work" but don't quite know what it means, then listen to this episode! I break down in 4 sections: What is shadow work and why it's important? How it may show up in your daily life? I also give concrete examples of my own shadow, plus sharing a couple of techniques and practices to get you started on this work. "The shadows hold the clues and secrets and essence of who we are. They hold our most treasured gifts. By facing these aspects of ourselves, we become free to experience our glorious totality: the good and the bad, the dark and the light." - Debbie Ford, author of Dark Side of Light ChasersMentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

Have you ever felt tired or stuck in a cycle of self-created suffering or misery? (I know I have) In this episode I wanted to talk about the changes that happen within each of us. It's those moments that force us to examine the ways we've been trapped in our own minds, by conditioning, beliefs, and layers of identity.  When we continue to fear and resist the necessary need to shift and grow, then often times we're confronted with hitting rock bottom, and therefore forced to painfully pick up the pieces before turning a new page. I invite us all to shift our fear of change and embrace it with openness to see it as what it really is. So that the next time a challenge or conflict walks in the door, instead of fight or flight, we can embrace the necessity of change and allow it to guide us back to our most connected, joyful and powerful self. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show

Have you ever felt a little nervous when finding out a retrograde is around the corner? We've all heard about how Mercury retrogrades can mess with technology and how you shouldn't travel during its duration, but there is so much more to it. In this episode, I discuss how we can work WITH planetary retrogrades, specifically more in depth exploration with the current Venus retrograde (in Gemini ending on June 25th) and the upcoming Mercury retrograde (in Cancer from June 18th-July 12th) Retrogrades are never "negative" or "bad", even though we sure like to blame our problems on them! Instead, it can be a reflective, inquisitive and nourishing time for each of us. Listen to this episode as I dive deeper on planetary retrogrades and events, and how to navigate them with fruitful grace and compassion. Slow down, buckle up, and enjoy the ride. Mentioned in the episode: Get on the Modern Penpals List Paths Back to You FB group  PBTY Instagram: @paths_backtoyou  Blogpost for extended show notes and recommendations Support the show