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| 148 - Want Is NOT a Dirty Word! | 28 août 2026 | 00:34:57 | |
In this episode, we explore the role of desire and wanting in the Alchemy journey. While some spiritual traditions teach desirelessness, Alchemy actually begins with igniting your passion and understanding what you truly want from life. This episode clarifies why wanting isn't something to transcend—it's the fuel that powers transformation. We discuss the Nine Stages of Alchemy, the concept of "un-peopling" for clarity, and why the Alchemists in the caves knew that the real work starts with ordinary human nature, not transcendent experiences. Key Themes:
What Do I Really Want? (20-minute guided meditation)
#1: Notice How You Reach
#2: Name Something You're Still Guarding Against
#3: Free Meditation
From Seeker to Alchemist (Self-Paced Online Program)
Alchemy Life Strategy Sessions
Alchemy Learning Center
Cultivating the Thirteen Ghost Points (by Leta Herman & Jaye McElroy)
Connecting Your Circle (by Leta Herman & Jaye McElroy) — FREE
Other books by Jaye McElroy & Leta Herman:
Episode 147: Plant Spirit Alchemy with Brittany Chowning
Episodes 140 & 141: Alchemy Stone Medicine with Mikhael Oskarrson
Episode 149: Rebellious Qi — What Happens When You Declare What You Want
Episode 150: The Wu Wei State
"The passion or the wanting isn't the challenge here. The passion is the fuel. It's what we do with it that gets interesting." "There is only now. That's all we have—every day of our lives, all we have is now." "Nobody ever built anything because they were content." "The ordinary human work in the beginning levels of Alchemy brings the most transformation, and quite quickly in the big scheme of things." "When you spend a lot of time with your monsters, you begin to see right through them—they're not that scary, big monster you thought they were." "Some things don't move when you just sit with them. They move by being met." "No hurry, no right, no wrong, no good, no bad, no fast or slow. It's what you bring to it." Ways to Support the PodcastLeave a Review
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| 147 - Plant Spirit Connection: The Magic of Mugwort and Multi-Dimensional Travel | 21 juil. 2026 | 00:32:14 | |
In this episode, Jaye and Leta are joined by acupuncturists and plant spirit practitioner Brittney Chowning for a deep dive into Alchemy Plant Spirit Connection: the magic of plant spirit, moxibustion and Alchemical treatments featuring Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort). Brittney shares her journey from acupuncture school into Plant Spirit Medicine, tracing her lineage back to Eliot Cowan's Plant Spirit Medicine work and her studies with practitioner Suzanne Burnell. Leta, who began studying with Eliot Cowan in 1999, connects their shared roots in the tradition. Together, the three explore what Plant Spirit Connection actually is, how indigenous traditions have long communicated directly with plant spirits, and how this practice fits within the Daoist Alchemy framework of seven dimensions. The conversation covers:
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Upcoming Workshop: Alchemy Plant Spirit Connection - The Magic of Plant Spirit Moxibustion in Alchemical Treatments, featuring Artemisia Vulgaris Date: Friday, July 25, 2026, Noon - 4:00 PM Includes: Journey work, meditation, drumming, a guided meeting with the spirit of Artemisia Vulgaris, and practical guidance on incorporating more Plant Spirit Connection into clinical practice Promo code for listeners: Moxa99 Register / replay after July 25: AlchemyLearningCenter.com | |||
| 146 - Double Fire, Double Intensity, Double Fun: Navigating the Fire Horse Year (2026) Through the Five Elements | 13 juil. 2026 | 00:26:45 | |
The Fire Horse is at a full gallop as we are halfway through 2026. The question is: are you enjoying the ride, or letting go of the reins? The Fire Horse year in the Chinese calendar is associated with Double Fire... that's a lot of Fire even for the people who have a Fire Element energetic stack-up. It's no wonder things have felt fast, intense, and sometimes overwhelming. In episode 146, Jaye and Leta break down what the Fire Horse year actually means energetically, why the same year can feel like a gift to one person and an assault to another, and how your Five Element nature shapes your personal experience of it. Leta explains how each Element is likely to experience this year, from Fire people running hot at the starting gate to Earth people being quietly nourished, Wood people feeling pulled in every direction, Water people finding unexpected steadiness, and Metal people being asked to yield to something bigger than themselves. Then Jaye and Leta get into the method they use to help ease the overwhelm of the Fire Horse year: the Daoist concept of Xuan Fu, the mysterious openings throughout the body that determine whether Cosmic Qi flows freely through you or whether you're running on your own limited reserves. Plus an update on the newly launched 2026 Summer Alchemy Lab Workshop Series, a preview of the upcoming Alchemy Plant Spirit Connection workshop featuring Artemisia Vulgaris with Brittney Chowning on July 25th, and a tease for next episode's interview all about multidimensional healing with plant spirit connection. What is multidimensional healing? Join us next time to find out! Summary of this episode:
Links: Alchemy Learning Center: https://alchemylearningcenter.com Open Your Doors Meditation (free): available inside Your First Alchemical Meditations Alchemy Plant Spirit Connection Workshop, July 25th, 12:00–4:00 PM ET Alchemy Healing Center: https://alchemyhealingcenter.com Inspired Action Alchemy Facebook Group Instagram: @inspiredaction Email us your questions or suggestions: leta@inspiredactionpodcast.com and jaye@inspiredactionpodcast.com
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| 145 - We're back (and we brought the Alchemy with us!) | 21 juin 2026 | 00:23:08 | |
After almost a year of wandering the world, we're back! And honestly? We were teaching, traveling, deepening our own Alchemy practice — and somewhere in the middle of all of it, we realized: we really missed you! We missed these conversations and the deeper dives, not to mention all the nerding out together! So in this episode, we're easing everyone back in to the Inspired Action world. We share where we've been, what shifted for us, and why Season 10 feels different. We also get into:
If you've been listening since the beginning, welcome home! If you just found us — perfect timing. We're so excited that you're here. Mentioned in this episode:
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| 144 - The Inspired Art of Living - Conversation with Deng Ming-Dao Part II | 19 juin 2025 | 00:51:01 | |
Continuing the Conversation with Deng Ming-Dao Guest: Deng Ming-Dao (Daoist philosopher, author, and artist) Episode OverviewIn this powerful continuation of Episode 143, hosts Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman dive deeper into their transformative conversation with renowned Daoist philosopher and artist Deng Ming-Dao. This episode explores the intersection of creativity, healing, and daily practice, offering profound insights for artists, healers, and anyone seeking to live more authentically. This episode is essential listening for artists, healers, and anyone interested in living a more creative, authentic life. The conversation bridges ancient Daoist wisdom with practical modern applications for reclaiming creativity and attention in our distracted world. Key Topics Discussed The Art of Listening to Inner Voices
On Trusting Your Heart: "If you trust your heart, if your heart tells you this is where you need to go, then that's what you need to follow. Because no external rewards and no external rejection is going to be a guide for what you need to do in life." On Getting Started: "It's as simple as picking up a pencil and a piece of paper. It's as simple as humming something. It's as simple as saying, this just happened to me. How do I describe it?" On Attention: "We are completely capable of attention, but attention has been co-opted by our society. We have not been allowed to say we deserve attention for our own purposes." On Defining Art: "Art is a response to the world. And from that, other people can see that shape [and] think about how they might want to respond to the world." Practical Takeaways
Deng Ming-Dao is an author, artist, and teacher. He is the author of: 365 Tao; Chronicles of Tao; Scholar Warrior; Everyday Tao; The Lunar Tao; The Living I Ching; Zen: The Art of Modern Eastern Cooking; and The Wisdom of the Tao, Every Journey Begins With a Single Step, and The Way of Heart and Beauty. His books have been translated into a variety of European and Asian languages. Deng Ming-Dao has trained in Chinese martial arts since 1975. His teachers have come from Beijing, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and two Taoist mountains, Huashan and Wudangshan. He has been most involved with the internal systems of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, and Taijiquan, and he has given many workshops to introduce Chinese martial arts and Taoist wellness techniques. Episode Themes
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| 143 - Art and Self-Cultivation – A Conversation with Deng Ming-Dao, Artist and Author | 13 juin 2025 | 00:31:36 | |
Art as Self-Cultivation: A Conversation with Deng Ming-Dao Guest: Deng Ming-Dao (Daoist philosopher, author, and artist) Episode OverviewIn this episode, Deng Ming-Dao, esteemed author of the Wandering Taoist and several other Daoist-based books—(including our favs Spiritual Warrior and 365 Tao), joins Leta and Jaye as they have an inspiring conversation together. This episode explores the concept of how art isn't separate from self-cultivation—it is self-cultivation. Ming-Dao dives into what it means to self-cultivate and how creating art, practicing Tai Chi, or even making mistakes can be the fire that transforms us. From poetry to Tai Chi to painting—everything becomes part of the Alchemical process of becoming our authentic selves. If you've ever wondered whether your creative life is as important as a spiritual practice—this podcast is for you. Key Topics Discussed Self-Cultivation as Repair
On Self-Cultivation: "Self-cultivation is about recovering from those problems and getting back to your natural self. The Daoists feel that your natural self is perfect." On Daily Practice: "You're not doing this for a job, you are not doing this for a certificate. You're not doing this to be famous. You are doing this for yourself, and until you understand that, it's always going to be difficult." On Consumer Culture: "We have been so warped by our society that our only role is to be a customer... We need to get away from this kind of materialism and return to ourselves." On Artistic Inspiration: "Just because you get inspired is not the end of it. It's just the start of it... The voice is an idea. It's not a form. Your job as an artist is to make it form." On Expression: "Every human being has to work to live... But is that all you have to do? Everybody gives testament to their experience on this planet." Practical Takeaways
Deng Ming-Dao is a Chinese American author, artist, philosopher, teacher and martial artist. He is the author of eight books, including 365 Tao, Everyday Tao, Scholar Warrior, and Chronicles of Tao. His books have been translated into fifteen languages. Background & Training: He studied qigong, philosophy, meditation, and internal martial arts with Taoist master Kwan Saihung for thirteen years, and with two other masters before that. From a young age, he studied Taoist internal arts such as Qigong and Kung-Fu. Artistic Career: He is an award-winning graphic designer and fine artist whose work is in several collections, including those of the Brooklyn Museum and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Currently transitioning into retirement, he paints daily and continues his writing practice, focusing on landscape paintings that combine Asian ink and watercolor techniques. Episode Themes
This conversation continues in Episode 144, Part 2, where the discussion deepens into topics of healing through art, the role of artists in society, and practical guidance for reclaiming creativity in daily life. This episode is essential listening for anyone who has ever questioned whether their creative pursuits "count" as spiritual work. Ming-Dao's insights reveal that art isn't separate from the spiritual path—it may be one of the most direct routes to recovering our authentic nature. | |||
| 142 - Being the Wood Opti-Mystic of Alchemy When You're Overwhelmed 🌴🌳🌲 | 02 juin 2025 | 00:26:54 | |
In this episode, Jaye and Leta invite you to take a little time out — not in a punishment sort of way, but in a take-a-step-back-and-breathe kind of way. We're kicking off a brand-new five-part series on the Alchemy, Five Elements & Overwhelm, starting with Wood — the Element of Hope, Renewal, and of Inspired Action. What We Talk About:
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| 141 - Alchemy Rocks… Literally: The Real Magic Behind Stone Medicine | 25 avr. 2025 | 00:33:05 | |
Could ancient stones be the missing link in your modern-day transformation? In this episode, Jaye and Leta explore the mysterious—yet surprisingly practical—world of Alchemy Stone Medicine. We're talking crystals, gemstones, and minerals, and how these ancient Earth allies can support healing, self-cultivation, and real energetic change. From Five Element colors to sacred shapes to the way stones are formed deep within the Earth, you'll discover that stones have personalities—just like humans. This episode is all about building relationships with stones as transformational partners, not just keeping them around as pretty shelf candy. Whether you're brand new to stone medicine or already knee-deep in crystal clusters, you'll leave with fresh insights, a few laughs, and maybe a new favorite rock to carry in your pocket. | |||
| 140 - Is That a Stone in Your Pocket? 💎 Lucky You! Alchemy Stone Medicine with Mikhael Oskarsson | 19 mars 2025 | 01:03:43 | |
Stone Medicine is an ancient healing modality rooted in Chinese medicine. In this conversation with Stone Medicine practitioner, Mikhael Oskarsson, we delve into the methods and philosophies of Stone Medicine, emphasizing its transformational potential and how it can enhance self-cultivation practices. Practical Applications of Stone Medicine Stone medicine isn't just theoretical—it's incredibly practical. In this conversation, Jaye, Mikhael and Leta explore various ways to incorporate stone medicine into daily life:
Connecting with Stones Building a vibrational, personal relationship with stones is important to maximizing their healing benefits. When you enter into the world of Stone Medicine, it's an invitation to explore and discover which stones you are naturally attract to. Holding and connecting with these stones helps in developing an intimate understanding of Stone Medicine energies and how stones can support your journey. This will help you identify your allies as a Stone Medicine practitioner. If you want to learn more about Alchemy Stone Medicine, join us for an upcoming free Alchemy Stone Medicine webinar on March 31st, 2025. This webinar will talk about Alchemy Stone Medicine in our Modern world and introduce our new 12-week immersive certification program for Alchemy Stone Medicine for Self-Cultivation. | |||
| 139 - Who Rules Your Rules? Examining Oppression and Your Core Identity with the Thirteen Ghost Points | 13 mars 2025 | 00:15:38 | |
In our final episode on the Thirteen Ghost Points, we discuss how they serve as metaphors for past traumas, events, or aspects of ourselves that haunt us. The journey through these themes is all about confronting these ghosts and working through them to cultivate a deeper sense of self. This episode addresses your ability to guide your own destiny and connect with your higher self. It's about asking yourself the tough questions: Are you living by your own rules? Are you fulfilling your true purpose? Exploring Ghost Official and Ghost SealIn this episode, we delve into two significant Ghost Points: Ghost Official and Ghost Seal.
A life with no unfinished business is one that aligns with your core purposes and values, bringing the idea of completing your life's journey with a sense of fulfillment. By working through these themes, you can clear past burdens, enabling you to fully realize and embody your authentic self. Join the Alchemical JourneyOur exploration of the 13 Ghost Points ties in seamlessly with our upcoming book, Cultivating the Thirteen Ghost Points. If you want more information about the book, you can sign up to receive updates about the book launch and more at AlchemyLearningCenter.com. We also invite you to join us for our upcoming live events. We're hosting a webinar on March 31st, 2025 about Alchemy and Stone Medicine, an ancient Chinese healing modality, at the end of March. This event promises to be as enlightening as our podcast discussions. 00:43 Engaging with Your Ghosts 01:06 Deep Dive into the Last Two Points 01:38 Self-cultivation and the New Book 03:24 Introduction to Stone Medicine 03:48 Personal Connection with Stones 05:51 Exploring Ghost Official 06:51 Understanding Will Blocks 07:29 Living by Your Own Rules 08:41 Exploring Ghost Seal | |||
| 138 - Lost and Found: Embracing Intimacy - Reclaiming Your Innocence with the Ghost Points | 04 mars 2025 | 00:18:13 | |
In this episode, we discuss the next Ghost Points themes surrounding intimacy with yourself and the safest people in your life as well as releasing the guilt and shame you may be carrying. Ghost Hall: Embracing Intimacy with Yourself and Others Intimacy, whether with yourself or others, often involves vulnerability and trust. When we've been betrayed or taught to doubt ourselves, we often feel uncomfortable and afraid to expose our inner selves. Cultivating intimacy starts with introspection and building trust within yourself first. Ghost Hall, is a metaphor for a private sanctuary within you- a small, intimate chamber next to your heart. You decide who is safe enough to be allowed into that intimate space. Intimacy is about trusting yourself to make the decision as to who to let in so that you can reclaim your power and achieve a deeper sense of connection with others. Ghost Hidden: The Journey Through Shame and GuiltShame and guilt can be significant barriers to achieving innocence and self-forgiveness. Forgiveness, particularly of yourself, allows for healing and can guide you back to your original state of innocence. The theme of Ghost Hidden is about embracing the idea that freedom and innocence are innate rights, available to everyone willing to undertake this journey of self-discovery. 00:52 Deep Dive into Intimacy and Innocence 01:19 Exploring Ghost Hall and Ghost Hidden 01:31 The Importance of Self-Cultivation and Awareness 05:34 Understanding Ghost Hall 08:33 The Concept of Intimacy with Yourself 10:17 Challenges of Vulnerability and Trust 12:28 Introduction to Ghost Hidden 12:53 Dealing with Shame and Guilt 13:58 Advanced Forgiveness and Innocence 16:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts LinksAdvanced Forgiveness Meditation ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 137 - Fields of Healing and Change - Interview with Keith Parker | 20 févr. 2025 | 01:07:04 | |
In this episode, we consider the realm of fields of energy in our healing journeys. This interview Keith Parker from Field Dynamics is a fascinating journey through the realms of energy fields, healing, and the intricate connection between mind, body, and spirit. Keith elaborates on how energy fields are often described in various cultures and spiritual traditions as chi, prana, or aura, encapsulating electromagnetic, bioelectrical, and informational domains. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation and uncover the intricate pathways that lead to a deeper connection with our inner healing potential. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious seeker, this episode explores the boundless possibilities of energy fields in enhancing healing. 00:31 Exploring the Heart's Energy Field 01:54 The Intersection of Science and Alchemy 03:44 The Power of Thoughts and Emotions 06:11 Introducing Keith Parker 07:37 Understanding Energy Fields 19:46 The Science Behind Energy Fields 32:21 Quantum Entanglement and Modern Science 33:49 The Holographic Principle and Reality 35:41 Fractals and the Nature of the Universe 39:24 Mind, Body, and Spirit: A Unified Perspective 43:03 The Heart's Role in Inner Transformation 49:01 Meditation and Self-Cultivation | |||
| 136 - Giving or Hiding Your Gifts from the World? - Ghost Market and Ghost Cave | 18 févr. 2025 | 00:28:54 | |
This episode focuses on two themes: Ghost Market and Ghost Cave. Ghost Market: Honoring Your Gifts How do you present yourself to the world? Are you offering your unique gifts to those who most need them? Or are you hiding them away? Ghost Market is a metaphor for your unique talents. Can you connect with those who need your gifts? What is your "elevator pitch" for your skills and strengths? Ghost Cave: Journey into the Heart At the core of the Ghost points lies the Ghost Cave, which represents the heart's immaterial space—the essence of who you truly are. Heart pains, stemming from limitations and disappointments, often clutter this space. Can you release these burdens to free the heart and allow it to flourish authentically? 00:41 Understanding the Ghost Points 02:24 Ghost Market and Ghost Cave 04:54 The Concept of the Heart 06:20 Exploring the Ghost Market 17:14 Delving into the Ghost Cave********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way; it is safe.) | |||
| 135 - Restless or Stressless Nights? 💤 - Ghost Pillow and Ghost Bed | 22 janv. 2025 | 00:27:12 | |
😴 Look Under The Covers: Ghost Points for Better Sleep and Deeper Self Awareness 🥱 In this podcast episode, we discuss the mysteries of the Ghost Pillow and Ghost Bed points from Chinese Medicine, guiding you through self cultivational practices to perhaps uncover your unconscious beliefs and obsessive thoughts that can disrupt sleep. This episode is not just a conversation, but an invitation to become aware of your patterns, release what no longer serves you, and step into a life of greater authenticity and peace. Whether it's through meditation, contemplation, or simply being more vigilant with your thoughts, this episode offers practical tips and empowering insights to transform hidden aspects of yourself that may be affecting your sleep at night. Join us for our continued podcast journey through the Thirteen Ghost points and your potential path to realized self-awareness and living the life you truly want will appear. 00:40 Exploring Ghost Pillow and Ghost Bed 01:09 Symbolism of Ghost Points 01:16 Deep Thoughts and Feelings 05:40 Understanding Unconscious Beliefs 06:11 Role of the Heart Protector 06:58 Repressing Emotions in Chinese Medicine 10:24 Meditation and Contemplation Techniques 10:54 Working with Unconscious Beliefs 13:33 Ghost Pillow: Support and Safety 17:23 Ghost Bed: Obsessive Thoughts 19:34 Homework and Practical Tips 22:09 Recap and Final Thoughts********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) #InspiredActionPodcast #InnerTransformation #GhostPoints #PersonalGrowth #AuthenticLiving #AlchemyJourney | |||
| 134 - Ghost Heart/Ghost Road - Who's in the Driver's Seat? | 10 janv. 2025 | 00:32:07 | |
Are you embracing your authenticity—both in our relationships and your life's path? Are you being genuine with loved ones and staying true to your destiny? Cultivating Heartfelt Connections Can you free yourself from past heartaches and embrace new connections? Your Heart Protector might tell stories of inadequacy, but recognizing and questioning these beliefs can unlock the door to genuine relationships. Do you have defensive patterns that stop you from opening your heart. Walking Your True DestinyAre you aligned with your heart's true path in life? Explore what you believe about the balance between destiny and free will. Are external forces or past experiences taking you off your Dao's course? There's no judgment here—only a call to honesty and self-reflection. 00:31 Introduction to I Ching 06:19 Season 8 Theme: 13 Ghost Points 07:12 Living Authentically and True Destiny 14:31 Exploring the Concept of Ghost Heart 15:40 The Domino Effect of Trauma 16:21 Rebuilding Trust and Connection 18:10 Defensiveness and the Heart Protector 21:29 Understanding Your Life Path 26:36 Overcoming Addictions and Will Blocks 28:40 Self-Cultivation HomeworkLinks Upcoming Live Webinar - January 14, 2025 - Release Chaotic Energy: Reclaim Balance and Vitality Learn how to give yourself an I-Ching reading ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 133 - Can You See What You Need to See? - Exploring How you See the World with the Thirteen Ghost Points | 23 déc. 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
The next two Ghost Points in our series are about how we receive input from the outer world and how we actually see the world. These insights are invaluable for anyone striving to cultivate greater authenticity in their life.
To cultivate Trust, start with small steps to rebuild trust in yourself. Whether following a gut instinct about a seemingly simple decision, like taking an umbrella when it doesn't look like rain, or reflecting on bigger life choices, nurturing this inner trust is key to authenticity. For those who might feel overwhelmed due to past traumas, the journey may take time, but it's worth the effort. Recognize situations where you might have doubted yourself and try to understand the underlying truth of those moments. Moving Forward with ConfidenceWhile the past may have shaped us, it doesn't have to define us. By reconnecting with our authentic self, we can cultivate the Thirteen Ghost Points to approach the world with clarity and confidence. 08:00 Introduction to the 13 Ghost Points 08:42 Understanding Ghost Convincing 09:47 Trusting Your Instincts 10:12 Reconnecting with Your Inner Truth 12:17 The Impact of Trauma on Trust 13:04 Baby Steps to Rebuild Trust 14:38 How You See the World 15:50 Hypervigilance and Trauma 16:12 The Exhaustion of Hypervigilance 16:27 Different Perspectives and Vantage Points 17:20 Influence of Past Traumas 17:46 Homework: Observing Your Assumptions 19:51 Hypervigilance as an Excuse 20:20 Living Authentically 20:39 Energetic Work and Self Cultivation 21:35 Recognizing Gaslighting 21:47 Gentleness and Self-Care********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 132 - Knock-Knock, Who's There? - Exploring the Door to YOU through the Thirteen Ghost Points | 25 nov. 2024 | 00:38:26 | |
🚪 What does your 'door to the world' look like? How do different Elements like Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water interface with the world? 🌈 Plus, mini-update on the 5 Spirits... 🌿 Tune in and begin your journey to rediscover your true self! 💫 00:28 Diving into the 13 Ghost Points 02:42 Understanding the Five Spirits 09:55 Exploring your Door to the World 18:44 Exploring Your True Self 19:13 Understanding the Five Element types of Doors 20:14 Wood Element: Engaging with the World 22:13 Fire Element: Embracing Social Connections 24:41 Earth Element: Balancing Care and Boundaries 28:29 Metal Element: Integrity and Interaction 31:21 Water Element: Trust and Expression 33:02 Inspired Action: Healing and Authenticity 36:46 Conclusion and Next Steps ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 131 - True Qi or Not True Qi: That is the Question! - Ghost Point Checklist ✅ | 16 oct. 2024 | 00:23:15 | |
🌟 Are you ready to unhook your past traumas and free your True Qi? The first step is to become the watcher and find the areas of your life where you have allowed yourself to be your true self. 👀 Can you be truly YOU vs the YOU that is being influenced by past trauma and external pressures? What have you acquired along that way that takes you away from being your true self? ☯️ Listen in as Leta and Jaye share tips on how you can identify your hooks by examining areas where your True Qi may have been distorted. 🚀 Take your first step towards self-discovery and healing with gentle kindness toward yourself! - How you interface with the world: Observe your interactions in daily life, for example, at social events or while talking to people in mundane settings like the grocery store. It's normal to interface in different ways depending on your Element: If you're Wood, you'll likely be private, if you're Fire, you might be shy, if you're Earth, you might be really open, if you're Metal, you might hold back and watch, if you're Water, you might feel socially awkward at times and be very social other times. - Self-Doubt: Identify areas where you are doubting yourself and how this could be linked to past experiences. - Perception of the World: Examine whether you see the world as a threat and how this affects your authenticity. - Walking Your Path: Check if you are metaphorically on your life's intended path or if you are taking a detour. - Unconscious Beliefs: Understand if your deepest unconscious beliefs align with your stated beliefs. - Obsessive Thinking: Notice if certain thoughts dominate your mind and how to bring balance. - Authentic Self-Expression: Verify how you speak about yourself; avoid self-denigration and be genuine. - Heart Pains and Reactions: Be aware of deep emotions and how they can trigger disproportionate reactions. - Intimacy and True Qi: Explore your comfort level with intimacy and sharing your true self with loved ones. - Guilt, Shame, and Control: Acknowledge feelings of guilt and shame and how external control affects your Qi. - Identity and Authenticity: Reflect on whether you are the person you truly want to be and how closely you align with your authentic self. Being gentle with yourself during this observation process. Acknowledging that trauma can make this process difficult and patience and kindness towards yourself are crucial. We are all on our unique Alchemical journey that is individual. Knowing that you don't have to do it alone, go it alone or be alone... we can share it with our global community of Alchemists at the AlchemyLearningCenter.com and InspiredActionPodcast.com. Five Element Fridays Podcast. ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action podcast and the Five Element Fridays podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 130 - Elemental Hooks, Lines, and Stinkers - Ghost Points | 23 sept. 2024 | 00:32:23 | |
In this pod, Jaye and Leta kick off Season 8 of the Inspired Action Podcast with a focus on authenticity and "True Qi." They introduce the concept of the Thirteen Ghost Points from Chinese Medicine and their connection to achieving true authenticity. They explore how each element (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) can get "hooks" that interfere with our true selves, and discuss how the IAP Ghost Points series will help release these hooks. Listeners are invited to learn more in the Alchemy Learning Center for more in-depth classes, webinars and exploration and community support. 00:41 Understanding Authenticity and the 13 Ghost Points 02:10 Applying Ancient Philosophies in Modern Times 02:57 The Power of Self Cultivation and True Qi 04:31 Introducing the Ghost Points Series 12:35 Deep Dive into the Philosophy of Ghost Points 16:01 The Love-Hate Relationship with Hooks 16:21 Understanding Life's Curriculum 17:22 The Nine Palaces and Elemental Types 17:51 Wood Element: The Pursuit of Greatness 23:26 Fire Element: The Importance of Relationships 25:50 Earth Element: The Need for Belonging 27:47 Metal Element: The Pain of Disconnection 28:43 Water Element: The Desire to Matter 30:16 Introduction to Ghost Points The Nine Palaces Cheat Sheet: 1 - Career/Knowledge - Water 2 - Relationship - Fire 3 - Health - Wood 4 - Weatlh - Wood 5 - Home - Earth 6 - Children/Creativity - Metal 7 - Travel/Global - Metal 8 - Wisdom - Water 9 - Prosperity - Fire ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 129 - Are you Yin'in instead of Yang'in? ☯️ Find more balance in your life with the Five Elements | 26 août 2024 | 00:37:02 | |
Have you ever wondered how the Yin and Yang energetic aspects within you can shape, fuel, focus, and move you in your life? 🌿🔥 Understanding the interplay between Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water on a deeper level can help you unlock new paths to success and harmony in all areas of your life! ❤️ If you are feeling out of balance within your elemental energy - it could be that your elemental nature is influencing these dynamics more than you realize... Can you imagine how your life could change if you embraced your true elemental type and leveraged its strengths on the deepest levels? 💡 Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the elements within you and transform your life? 🚀
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| 128 - Ready, Set... Wait for it... Wait for it... Go! - Exploring the Yin and Yang of the Water Element | 17 juil. 2024 | 00:54:03 | |
Waters... you've waited long enough! Are you a slow-moving, contemplative powerhouse or a quick, vigilant master of inventory? It's time to dive deep into the intriguing world of the Water Element with Jaye and Leta as they explore the Yin and Yang aspects of the Water. Listen in while they open the floodgates on the mysteries of the Kidneys and Bladder -- the Powerhouse and the Master of the Waterworks types. Learn how these organs influence not just our physical health, but our emotional and spiritual well-being, and discover the secrets behind the energy, timing, and wisdom they bestow upon us. This episode helps you identify where you fall on the Water continuum, offering insights into your behavioral patterns and how to harness the superpowers within you. Whether you're seeking to understand more about your elemental make-up, anticipating ways to balance your energy, or merely fascinated by the depths of Chinese medicine, don't miss out on this light-hearted and practical episode and the ultimate permission to take a restorative power nap! 00:25 Reviewing the Water Element 00:57 Characteristics of Water Elemental People 02:20 The Yin and Yang of Water 10:30 The Importance of Kidneys in Chinese Medicine 21:37 Kidney Yin and Yang Explained 26:22 The Kidneys Relationship to the Lungs 26:42 The Yin Yang Symbol and Kidney Yang 27:08 The Role of Kidneys in Heating the Body 27:31 The Triple Heater's role 28:47 The Powerhouse of the Kidneys 29:02 The Relationship Between Kidneys and Bladder 29:31 The Anticipation and Timing of the Kidneys 32:07 The Wisdom and Ambition of Water Element People 35:06 The Role of the Bladder in Water Management 35:59 The Bladder's Extensive Channel and Functions 39:25 The Importance of Water Balance in the Body 41:38 Understanding Water Element People 44:25 The Vigilance and Awareness of Bladder Types 48:36 Challenges Faced by Water Element People 49:49 The Kidney as the Ocean and the Bladder as the Rushing River 52:25 Catching a Shooting Star ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 127 - Poop or Consequences - Minister of Breath 🌬️ or Poopy Gem Finder 💩💎 - Which are You? | 14 juin 2024 | 01:07:47 | |
Take a magic carpet ride into the realm of Metal! 🌟 Explore the yin & yang aspects of the Metal Element (Lungs to Colon), and the delicate balance of connection and loss. Tune in now! 🎧✨ #InspiredActionPodcast #FiveElements #Metal Discover the critical differences between the Lung, acting as the 'Minister of Breath', and the Colon, the 'Recycler/Gem Finder'. 08:19 Understanding Metal: Connection and Loss 13:24 The Role of the Lung Minister 24:20 Metal's Duality: Strength and Malleability 34:47 Understanding Metal Personalities 35:39 The Fragility and Strength of Metals 37:25 Metals in Different Cultures 38:34 The Role of the Lungs 39:07 The Bureaucratic Nature of Metals 42:35 The Large Intestine: The Conveyer Belt 48:03 The Spiritual Aspect of the Large Intestine 50:15 Challenges for Metals 01:00:29 Interacting with Metals********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 126 - What's in Your Cupcakes? Earth's Yin and Yang Aspects | 29 mai 2024 | 00:56:49 | |
Welcome to another deliciously funny episode of the Inspired Action Podcast! In this gut-busting installment, join Jaye and Leta as they unravel the digestive tracts of the Earth element. Learn whether you're more of the Analyzer type or the Philosopher and what exactly are the 5 Tastes and why are they important to your Spleen? While you're at it, listen in to see if you are too sexy for your Spleen! In this Episode:
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| 125 - Is Your Heart Flying or Lying? - Fire's Yin and Yang Aspects Part Two | 10 mai 2024 | 00:55:59 | |
Can you fully be yourself… without apology? This episode dives deep into the Heart (Supreme Controller) and Small Intestine (Supreme Sorter) and how these two factors help all of us sort and understand the world around us and whether things are in alignment with who we really are. Leta and Jaye continue to examine how Fire, unlike the other Elements, manifests in four dynamic types, each embodying distinct yin and yang aspects. 00:21 Diving Deep into the Fire Element 00:29 Exploring the Yin and Yang of Fire 08:03 Understanding the Heart Types 17:11 The Supreme Controller: Embracing the Heart's Power 29:33 The Heart as a Mirror: Reflecting Authenticity 30:27 The Mirror Effect: Understanding Heart People 30:53 The Burden of Being a Heart Person 31:13 Seeking Authenticity: The Heart's Desire 31:54 A Psychic's Superpower 33:47 Navigating Chaos: The Heart's Challenge 44:27 The Alchemist: Transforming Chi 54:39 The Art of the Heart: Embracing Stillness 54:39 The Challenge of Being "When something takes charge of the beings, we speak of the Heart" - from Rooted in Spirit, by Claude Larre and Elizabeth Rochat de la Vallee To Learn More about Gua Sha, you can listen to: Episode 40: Stay Healthy by preventing a cold before it catches YOU! Or read our book: The Big "Little" Gua Sha Book, by Leta Herman and Jaye McElroy Or take our online class: Learn Gua Sha, at Alchemy Learning Center********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 124 - Lighthouse of Love: Fire's Yin and Yang Aspects - Part One | 24 avr. 2024 | 00:45:02 | |
Have you Mastered the Art of the Open Heart? Join Leta and Jaye as they explore the many nuances of the Fire element through the lenses of Chinese Medicine and Chinese Numerology. Discover how Fire, unlike the other Elements, manifests in four dynamic types, each embodying distinct yin and yang aspects. This episode dives deep into the heart of Fire's complexity with insights into achieving authentic self-expression and balance. "When you're feeling more inward, it's not because you've been hurt and you're protecting yourself. It's because you're feeling quiet and connecting more internally. And when you're feeling more outward, we say that you're allowing the circulation of your spirits. You're allowing the light to shine, and you're interacting with the rest of the world. 01:07 Unpacking the Fire Element 01:17 The Four Types of Fire: A Deep Dive 01:43 Yin and Yang Across Elements 01:56 Fire's Unique Characteristics 02:38 The Significance of the Numbers 10, 11, and 12 in Chinese Numerology 08:20 Elemental Traits 09:03 Understanding Socializers and Social Anxiety 15:18 Exploring the Heart and Pericardium 19:57 The Yang Aspects of Fire: The Socializer and the Supreme Sorter 21:57 Pericardium and Triple Heater Continuum 22:36 Diving Deep into the Pericardium Type 25:31 Addressing Fire Element Challenges 27:16 Understanding the Triple Heater: The Socializer's Struggle 31:26 Navigating Vulnerability and Social Dynamics 32:33 The Art of the Open Heart 39:49 Challenges and Growth for Fire Element Types 43:36 Embracing Your Inner Light"The Circulation Sex Official is when you're allowing that free flow of the spirit to come out of the heart, which is the Illuminator's job. The spirit is what It actually animates our bodies." ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 123 - Big and Bigger: Wood's Yin and Yang Aspects | 15 avr. 2024 | 00:58:56 | |
Listen in as Leta and Jaye explore the vitality, versatility, and vibrant nature of Wood—revealing a few of its Yin and Yang aspects, and the dynamic roles of the Visionary and the Implementer Wood types. They share some insights from Chinese medicine, humorous anecdotes, and real-world examples, as this episode tries to demystifies the complex characteristics of Wood, offering listeners a fresh perspective on growth, adaptability, and the potential for transformation in their own lives. Spring forth and be Big and Bigger in your Woody life!
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| 122 - The-Not-So-Ordinary-Extraordinary Vessels (with guest) Ann Cecil-Sterman | 27 mars 2024 | 01:08:56 | |
Listen in as Leta has a lively conversation with Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Healer Ann Cecil-Sterman as they delve into a number of intriguing Chinese Medicine topics! The mystery of life within us is something quite extraordinary! Leta and Ann explore the Eight Extraordinay Vessels of Chinese Medicine and their profound connections to Alchemical Chinese Medicine...and beyond. Ann is an extraordinary person in her own right! She's also a practitioner who graciously shares her deep wisdom with us. For further insights into Ann's expertise, visit her page here. In this conversation, we discuss: 03:51 The Unusual and Alchemical ********************************* Visit the Podcast Website: Click here to get more information on the Inspired Action Podcast. Visit the Alchemy Learning Center Website: Click here to get more information about our meditations and online classes. Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.)
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| 121 - Water Secrets... Leaked | 13 mars 2024 | 00:58:19 | |
Jump into the whimsical and wondrous energtic deep end of the Water Element world with Leta and Jaye. From "move it-move it" to couch potato energy-preservation (a.k.a. doing something when they are doing nothing mode) to superhuman stamina, and from extreme procrastination to excelling in the art of crisis management, the fluid nature of Water does it all! In this podcast you can learn about Water's need for movement and stillness, their secret longing to matter, their fear of confrontation, and their quest for knowledge and wisdom. Listen in and embrace the majestic and mysterious forces of your inner Water -- and find your own Wu Wei of life. 00:18 Diving Deep into the World of Water 01:54 Movement, Stillness, and Stamina 07:45 From Inertia to Inventory Control 27:05 The Thrill of Anticipation: Water's Realm of Possibilities 29:58 Exploring the Depths of Water: Drama, Trauma, and Wisdom 30:25 Crisis Management and the Unpredictable Nature of Water 31:46 Procrastination and Pressure 33:26 Seeking Intensity and Adventure 36:16 Decision Making and the Fear of Confrontation 44:30 Identifying Water 51:51 Celebrity Waters 54:26 Understanding What Water Truly Desires 57:10 Embracing your Water ElementJoin Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.) | |||
| 120 - Metal Secrets Unveiled | 03 mars 2024 | 00:56:47 | |
If you resonate with a strong cosmic connection, a sense of magic in life, authenticity, sincerity with a STRONG BS detector... you may align with the magnetic Metal Elemental Energy. On this podcast, we might tell a few little shiny "secrets" about the Metal Element of the Five Elements of Chinese Medicine and Philosophy... Join us to explore the enigmatic Metal Element within all of us! Celebrities like Taylor Swift, Angelina Jolie, John Lennon, Queen Elizabeth, Lana Del Ray and Meryl Streep exemplify Metal traits, making them popular figures in popular culture. Listen wherever you find your podcasts! "Metal is almost a contradiction in terms within itself..." In this episode, we discuss: 01:29 The Inherent Contradictions within the Metal Element 02:59 The Metal Element's Connection with Death and Legacy 08:22 The Magic Carpet Ride of Life 25:53 The Metal Element's Connection with Music and Art 29:47 Spotting a Metal Person in the Wild 32:37 The Regal Walk: Angelina Jolie and Queen Elizabeth 33:34 The Metal Element's X-Ray Vision 34:28 The Voice of Metal: Eeyore and the Art of Descending Speech 39:13 Famous Metal People: From Hollywood to Music 43:21 The Challenges of Being a Metal Element 47:35 What Metals Want Most in Life: Value, Respect, and Appreciation 49:34 The Evolution of Metal: Self-Respect and Service to Others 53:49 Compatibility of Metal with Other Elements 55:03 Celebrating the Strength and Beauty of Metal Join Our Facebook Group Click here to join our Facebook group for additional content or to send us a question. Join Our Inner Circle If you would like to join our email newsletter list, click here. (We will never sell or misuse your email in any way, it is safe.)
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| 119 - Earth Secrets Shared | 21 févr. 2024 | 01:01:21 | |
Welcome, fellow Earthlings, to a journey of secrets and wisdom in today's "Sharing is Caring" episode. Discover how Earth promotes harmony in our world and communities, by being the masters of setting boundaries, listening, and communicating with kindness. In this episode, we'll dig deep into the Earth's treasure trove of knowledge and unearth the secrets to fostering unity and balance in our lives. From planting the seeds of harmony to nurturing them into full bloom, we'll explore every nook and cranny of what it takes to cultivate a more connected and compassionate world. 🌍✨ Show Notes 01:20 The Power of Listening and Truth in Earth Element 02:17 Understanding the Relationships between Elements 03:45 The Role of Earth Element in Social Behavior 04:16 The Earth Element as a Social Referee 06:22 The Earth Element in Teaching and Learning 07:02 The Challenges Faced by Earth Element 09:59 The Earth Element's Desire for Harmony 16:40 The Earth Element's Role in Problem Solving 22:23 The Yin and Yang Balance in Earth Element 24:08 The Earth Element's Love for Community and Sharing 29:48 The Giving Nature of Earth People 30:17 Thoughtfulness: The Ultimate Gift 30:43 The Art of Hosting: Earth People's Special Touch 31:35 The Earth Element in Relationships 31:56 The Importance of Learning and Digestion for Earth People 33:28 The Supporting Role of Earth People in the World 34:40 The Earth Element's Approach to Problem Solving 47:41 The Challenges and Secrets of Earth People 55:44 The Earth Element's Desire for Connection and Validation 59:44 The Importance of Self-Care for Earth People Links:
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| 118 - Fire Secrets Exposed | 14 févr. 2024 | 00:58:29 | |
Join us for this blazing episode that will reveal the secrets of Fires (which are not so secret because they love to talk about themselves)! We'll be exploring the magnetic pull that Fires have towards beauty and love, their insatiable drive to be liked and accepted, and the sometimes tricky terrain of people-pleasing. We'll also be dousing the flames of their self-doubt and navigating the choppy waters of their sometimes negative self-perception. Most importantly, we'll talk about Fire authenticity and their open-hearted way of being the love in the world. ❤️ 🔥✨ **The Fire Element Unleashed** - Diving into the vibrant world of Fire - exploring their need for emotional connection, their desire to feel truly alive, and the inherent link between fire and authentic self-expression. **A Spark of Shyness** - Uncovering a surprising trait in Fire – shyness, and the underlining quest for emotional safety that it masks. **Turning Up The Heat On Vulnerability** - An honest heart-to-heart about vulnerability, how it influences Fire behavior and self-perception **Beauty In The Fire** - Fire's struggle with physical beauty and attractiveness, and their incessant efforts to always look their best (or not) **The Dance Of Fire Relationships** - The fiery, passionate world of Fire relationships, their preferences for flirtation, innuendos, and playful teasing **Mastering The Social Flames** - The secret sauce behind Fire social dynamics - people-pleasing tendencies and struggle with passive-aggressiveness **Sexuality - The Hidden Ember In The Fire** - The pivotal role of sex and intimacy in the passionate world of Fire - how it contributes to their longing for connection **Fires In The Limelight - Professional Brilliance** - Fires shine in people-centric industries, with their conversational prowess and intrinsic people skills **Hugs And Hope** - Fires loving themselves authentically, and embracing their unique characteristics Links:
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| 117 - Wood Secrets...Revealed! | 05 févr. 2024 | 01:00:15 | |
Listen and discover a few of the hidden secrets within the Wood Elemental nature that Woods only reveal on a need-to-know-basis! Whether you or someone you know is Wood first or second in their energenic stackup... you may learn a little more about the inner workings of this element! Join us as we delve into the mysteries that Wood sometimes keep closely guarded and private.
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| 116 - High 5 to 2024 | 24 janv. 2024 | 00:49:11 | |
We're kicking off Season 7 with a new Five Element seires! Embrace the weird, and join us as we revisit and dive deeper into the ever-changing, always-the-same world of the Five Elements! Discover your Elemental type and how understanding the Five Elements can rock your world as we expand into 2024!
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| 115 - Qioloical's Michael Max interview on Alchemy & Practical Magic | 13 janv. 2024 | 01:18:28 | |
Join us for an introspective discussion with Michael Max, the host of Qiological, on different types of change: Bian-type change (slow and incremental) vs. Hua-type change (faster and Alchemical). In addition to being the inquisitive host of Qiological, Michael Max has had a clinical acpuncture practice for over 20 years. He studied and traveled extensively in China and Taiwan. NOTE: You can listen to the previous conversation between Leta and Michael on Qiological, episode #329. In this interview, Leta and Michael talked about:
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| 114 - This is the Wu Wei - Mandalorian style | 18 déc. 2023 | 00:42:04 | |
Jump into the Wu Wei… Mandalorian style. Join Leta and Jaye in a discussion of Baby Grogu, Gandalf, and walking your Wu Wei life. What inspires you? And how can you step into the footsteps of your destiny's pathway that's already there? | |||
| 113 - Cry Me a River - Water Element Music | 15 nov. 2023 | 00:29:31 | |
Dive into the world of Water music today! 🌊💿 We're revealing the secrets of this diverse Element that ranges from the tranquil dew on grass to the intense power of a tsunami. Join us in exploring the eclectic sounds, rhythmic patterns, and genre-defying nature of Water music. From the timeless Bjork to the captivating Billie Eilish, discover the emotional depth and unpredictability that define this musical element. 🎶💙 #WaterMusic #MusicalJourney #BillieEilish #Bjork Show Notes: "All you water listeners who've been waiting patiently for us to reveal the secrets of water music finally get satisfaction."
"One minute they love being alone, and they love that peace and quiet. We've sometimes called them the couch potatoes or they're in the couch potato mode. And then the next minute they jump into an intense activity or drama, like BOOM! And that's who they are. They're both peaceful and have intensity." "Think about all the ways water exists in our reality. There's ice, there's dew on the grass in the morning. There's a still pond. There's a drip, a trickle, a babbling brook, a rushing river, waves on top of the ocean, relentlessly doing their thing. Plus the tsunami." Links: Show website: InspiredActionPodcast.com. Want to know more about the Elements? Our book "Connecting Your Circle: How the Five Elements can help you be a more authentic you" is available (FOR FREE) when you join our Alchemy Learning Center (clik the FREE ACCESS button). Plus there are a number of cool free videos and meditations. Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com | |||
| 112 - Born to Die - Metal Element Music | 10 nov. 2023 | 00:25:03 | |
🎶 Exploring metal music: It's all about duality. Metal has two modes - one's the rule-following, law-abiding, goody-two-shoes, and the other's rebellious, a big middle finger to society's norms. It's all about connection and loss, from funky dance vibes to a wild, head-banging frenzy. It's a fascinating range of music that swings between these extremes. 🎸🤘 #MetalMusic #Duality Show Notes: "Metal music is best characterized by its syncopated bass lines, polyrhythms, and the minor key. When metal music isn't getting down and funky, then it's usually evoking feelings of nostalgia, wistfulness, and being forlorn. And that's what the minor key does in music. It actually makes you feel forlorn."
"Think of it like the trees shedding their leaves in autumn. That's the Metal season. It's like waving goodbye to those sunny summer days. Goodbye, friends. We may or may not see you again." "The truth is, all of us "F" up. You know, all of us, all the time, we're F-ing up, and yet, we just don't talk about it that way or sing about it the way Metals do. They love to sing about it, apparently." Links: Show website: InspiredActionPodcast.com. Want to know more about the Elements? Our book "Connecting Your Circle: How the Five Elements can help you be a more authentic you" is available (FOR FREE) when you join our Alchemy Learning Center (clik the FREE ACCESS button). Plus there are a number of cool free videos and meditations. Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com
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| 111 - Hips Don't Lie — Earth Element Music | 24 oct. 2023 | 00:23:17 | |
🌍 Dance like Shakira, Shakira and Experience the Magical Moves of Earth Music! 🎶 Are you passionate about music that carries a meaningful message? Does the rhythm of a sensual groove get you moving and keep you there? Explore the captivating melodies and infectious rhythms of Earth music that will make you dance from your core and set your hips swaying from side to side. Earth music isn't just about having a blast on the dance floor; it's a genre that weaves together powerful messages, whether they're political or deeply emotional, resonating with all of us. Join us in the celebration of Earth music, where beats and lyrics come together to move your body and touch your heart. Let the beats move you, and let the lyrics inspire you. Don't miss this extraordinary musical journey! 🎵 Feel the Earth's Rhythm. 🌟 Dance to a Powerful Message. 🤗 Embrace the Music of the World. Come groove with us and let Earth music elevate your soul. Your next dance adventure awaits! 💫🌏 Show Notes: "The song El Jefe, Shakira sings it with Fuerza Regida... Their voices are beautiful, but their message is like powerful in your face. It's about the inequities between the wealthy and the poor. And Shakira wants to get to the truth. All Earths love to get to the truth, even if it hurts."
"Earth music makes you want to move from your center. And that's where all Earth people hold their energy--in their abdomen. So they move from that center from the gut outward and their hands also move outward circularly. So everything is circular when you're dancing Earth." "So getting fired up is not the same as when wood gets pumped up, there's a difference. So when you get pumped up... 'I want to pump you up!'... it's more like your fighting spirit is engaged, and if you're pumped up and jumping, it's more like an athletic event." Links: Show website: InspiredActionPodcast.com. Want to know more about the Elements? Our book "Connecting Your Circle: How the Five Elements can help you be a more authentic you" is available (FOR FREE) when you join our Alchemy Learning Center (clik the FREE ACCESS button). Plus there are a number of cool free videos and meditations. Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com
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| 110 - Walking on Sunshine - Fire music | 04 oct. 2023 | 00:29:04 | |
Do you love music that makes you want to jump? Light, lively, happy or sad - Fire music will make you feel... something! Let the Five Elements set your music appreciation on fire and find your own Sound of Music inside of you! Join Leta and Jaye as they explain the inspiring, driving music of the Fire Element. Show Notes: "Fire music is lighter, it's livelier, it's boppier, it's up and down music. And most Fire music is... happy music... because I'm happy!"
"We've got it that Fire music is happy, but sometimes... It's happy until it's not. Because sometimes Fires have heartache. You know, all that love... wearing your heart on your shirt sleeve, eventually you're going to get heartbroken. And then the music is melodramatic." "So getting fired up is not the same as when wood gets pumped up, there's a difference. So when you get pumped up... 'I want to pump you up!'... it's more like your fighting spirit is engaged, and if you're pumped up and jumping, it's more like an athletic event." Links: Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com
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| 109 - Knock on Wood, Baby - Wood Element Music | 27 août 2023 | 00:29:56 | |
Do you love music with a driving beat? Do you sometimes dance like you're stomping or punching the air? Well, you might be Wood! Or you might just love Wood music. Let the Five Elements set your music appreciation on fire and find your own Sound of Music inside of you! Join Leta and Jaye as they explain the inspiring, driving music of the Wood Element. Show Notes: "So what is the music of getting the party started? It's like, let's go! Let's go! So we say it's a march. It's marching music, and that means it's emphasizing a heavy downbeat. And mostly it's not syncopated, but the march style gives the song a sense of energy and forward momentum."
"And I think every wood person wishes they could be more patient, especially when they feel frustrated. It's like just being able to pause for a minute and rethink before totally going off on someone." Links: Join us in Park City - September 7-9... ParkCitySongSummit.com Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com
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| 108 - What's Your Vibe? Discover and Find your Inner Divine DJ | 14 août 2023 | 00:27:31 | |
Have you ever had a song unexpectedly play that touches your soul at just the right moment in time? Are you curious about how music, vibrations, and the Five Elements are interconnected? Do you want to explore the concept of your own personal Divine DJ and how it can enhance your Alchemy? Join Leta and Jaye as they discuss the vibrational powers and the energetic nature of music and how you can find and access your own Divine DJ, a cosmic force that tunes into the rhythms of your soul. Whether you're seeking inspiration or looking to elevate your everyday experience, this Pod will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to unleash the harmonious magic that resides within you. Join the conversation and let your inner Divine DJ spin the soundtrack of your life and find your own Sound of Music inside of you! Show Notes: "The Divine Dj isn't just spinning tunes for the lyrics, but also for the healing sound of the music. Because the Five Elements also apply to music."
"Every song can have an Element and sometimes a number of Elemental Energies when the band is made up of a number of different elemental energetic types." Links: Join us in Park City - September 7-9... ParkCitySongSummit.com Check out our online classes, books, and more... AlchemyLearningCenter.com
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| 107 - Anticipating or Participating? - How do Waters Flow with a Free Heart? | 30 mai 2023 | 00:45:17 | |
Are you flowing freely in your life? Or are you frozen in your life, afraid to take your next step? Or are you stubbornly not letting go of the anger you feel? These are just a couple reasons why your heart may not be free if you're the Water Element. Listen and learn how you can face your Water challenges. "So remember, living in a state of anticipation...this is water. And hopefully that anticipation is like a really wonderful feeling of exciting events in the future. But we always say your greatest gift can be your worst nightmare for every element. So this excitement for life can also be dread and terror for life when life is potentially delivering bad stuff in the future. "
What are the Water tentacles of the heart?
One might be like a still pool of water and one might be like a rushing river, and those two don't seem alike at all... but wait a while, a couple minutes, a couple hours... time doesn't matter to water. They might even switch places energetically because all waters have the capability of being a calm lake or a tsunami.
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| 106 - Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes: Turn and Face Your Heart | 12 avr. 2023 | 00:37:09 | |
For Metals, a Free Heart can mean the difference between flying and falling. How can the Metal Elemental type free their hearts and fly free in life? Can you let the power of the Metal Lungs let go of deep-seated anger and jealousy to fly their magic carpet through life instead of falling and going splat? "If you can say that you always do this particular thing whenever that particular situation happens, the question is why ... and at the core of this is the idea that those issues probably come from your heart pains, which come from past experiences that we can't let go of, and are haunted by -- even if it's completely unconscious." What are the Metal tentacles of the heart?
Thought Quote: "Notoriously some of the big kings and queens of rock and roll, sex and drugs, but in everyday life, we have them around us of course...they just love a good Rebel Yell!" Jaye McElroy Links in this Episode:
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| 105 - It's a Process... Healing your Heart to the Core | 13 mars 2023 | 00:31:10 | |
How can Earths free their hearts and feel a sense of abundance and nourishment in life? Can you let go of resentments and heal from the past... Tune in for this core Earth Element episode! "The first step is acknowledging that the problem isn't outside of you. That these outer circumstances are happening, but inside it's time to look at yourself and why you're being so triggered...so first ask yourself: what are the triggers?" By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram What are your Earth tentacles of the heart?
Thought Quote: "They may have learned from trauma that they just don't matter at all, which is different than the Water wanting to matter, and they just go along with others, just to stay safe. They don't want to rock the boat or cause a rift." Jaye McElroy Links in this Episode:
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| 104 - What is on Your Sexual Smorgasbord? | 24 févr. 2023 | 00:35:38 | |
Supreme lover or supreme controller? Which are you? Are you trying to fill a hole of lack of love? Are you getting the love you deserve? Or are you trying to control everything and everyone around you? What stokes your fire and how can you spark your authentic heart again? Maybe they also even got bullied in school, and maybe it came more from this feeling of isolation among friends. So that could be where Fire might feel a lack of love. And then, you know, when fire's not loved... it's disastrous. By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman | Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagramhttps://chrt.fm/track/5E3D1B/traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredactionpodcast/IAP-104_rev3.mp3 What are your Fire tentacles of the heart ?
And don't forget to wear smorgasbord pants. The ones with the stretchy elastic waist. I usually say buffet pants, but that word is out. That is so like 1990! Right now we're saying smorgasbord pants. Fires love a lot of variety. We love to see variety everywhere we look in our visual field. That's why parties are so cool. There's lots of color, there's lots of people, and you know, the people are the most interesting. So let's just say you're Fire and you have a feeling of lack inside, deep inside. that would be a heart pain. And that makes you feel like you need to fill this, lack - like a giant hole inside. And it's a constant sense of hunger. And so instead of going out and making friends and doing your fun Fire thing, you stand by that smorgasbord at the parties and stuff yourself nervously, and then you go home and eat an entire container of Paul Newman's O's. Links in this Episode:
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| 103 – Do You Wear Your Heart on Your Superhero Cape? | 31 janv. 2023 | 00:38:38 | |
Saving the world is a big job and not everyone appreciates what Woods do for the rest of us. How can Woods heal the heart pains of being too much or not being seen for their greatness. Listen in for clues on how to heal Wood heart pains. "I have a special relationship with fashion. For me it's like a superhero cape… it gives me wings to fly." – Lady Gaga By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman | Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagramhttps://chrt.fm/track/5E3D1B/traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredactionpodcast/IAP-103.mp3 How Would Wood Unwind Their Tentacles?
I can't allow you to sing it because that could cause an uprising in Canada. I'm pretty sure the Canadian mounties were created to come after people who do really bad Celine Dion impersonations. So you do not want to upset our family up North, the Canadians, because it's a real thing. They do not like you singing bad Celine Dion…" Links in this Episode:
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| 102 – Please Release Me – The Tentacles around Your Heart | 22 déc. 2022 | 00:36:03 | |
Is your heart wrapped in tentacles of old pain(s)? What are these tentacles? How can you release them? Leta and Jaye discuss some of the the concepts of freeing these tentacles so that your heart can be free! "Are you free to do life the way you want to OR are you changing your life–radically or subtly–in ways that make your heart no longer be free to be you?" By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman | Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram https://chrt.fm/track/5E3D1B/traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredactionpodcast/IAP-102_final.mp3 A Kraken…a Ball of Twine…A Tentacle, Oh My!
"We are actually meant to follow a path and have passion in our lives, that's what this part of alchemy that we're studying here is all about…getting you back in touch with your passions so that you can feel inspired to act on your inspirations." Links in this Episode:
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| 101 – Ho'oponopono Your Heart and Be Free! | 07 déc. 2022 | 00:23:09 | |
Ho'oponopono is one way to free your heart through its Advanced Forgiveness method. Is your heart free to truly be your authentic self? If you have Heart Pains from past trauma or difficulties, then you may need to release them. Sing along with Leta and Jaye to the Free to Be You and Me song…or not! "In order to align your heart with what you really want…your heart has to be fully accessible to you. It has to be allowed to feel the passion and excitement for life that only our hearts can bring." By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman | Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram https://chrt.fm/track/5E3D1B/traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredactionpodcast/IAP_101_Final_Final.mp3 Forgiveness as Freedom
"There is no small feat in advanced forgiveness….it's what we call a tall order." "If you feel like you can at least access your own heart, then you have the ability to access your healing magic…so you can release your heart pains on your own." "Unwrapping and untangling these heart-entrapping tentacles takes time, self-love, and a vigilant mind. This self-love can be rejuvenated and re-awakened in you, or it can be developed for the first time in your life." Links in this Episode:
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| 100 – This is Where the Magic (of the Heart) Happens  | 02 nov. 2022 | 00:24:59 | |
This is where the magic happens. Our first episode for Season Six, which is all about the heart, explains how the magic of the heart happens and what we can do to improve our heart magic. "What is the magic of the heart, and is it for everyone, not just for healers?" By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman | Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram https://chrt.fm/track/5E3D1B/traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredactionpodcast/IAP-100.mp3 Exploring the Heart of the Matter
"In Chinese medicine we believe a person's spirit lives in that space inside the heart where the blood flows through. So a healer has to be able to access the void of a person's heart in order to create the magic of all healing." "So you have to…train to entrain to un-train…just get on the train! Just get on the magic heart train!" "Forgiveness isn't about freeing them; it's about freeing YOU." Links in this Episode:
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| 99 – Party Like It's 99 Episodes! | 19 août 2022 | 00:20:10 | |
Leta and Jaye share their humor, fun and gratitude for creating 99 episodes and discuss Alchemy, the Five Elements, and the Nine Palaces. "99 challenges…and a podcast ain't one…with the attitude of gratitude." By Jaye McElroy and Leta Herman | Follow: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram https://chrt.fm/track/5E3D1B/traffic.libsyn.com/inspiredactionpodcast/IAP-099.mp3 Wrapping up and recapping Season Five of the Podcast
"Don't get in the way of the Wu Wei!" "Alchemy is about transforming yourself, and in order to do that, you need to love yourself. So much of what we're talking about is baby steps." "Wu Wei is the idea of being inspired in every moment, to either take action, or not take action. Every footstep you take is the exact right one in front of you, and you're so in tune with yourself and your destiny that your foot always lands in that perfect footstep." Links in this Episode:
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