The Soul Medicine Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Apologies for the sound quality - my mic was not connecting properly to my computer.

 

In this episode I share two insights i pulled from Marianne Williamson's book, A Return to Love (based on her interpretation of A Course in Miracles).

The first insight is this - pray for a shift in perception.  Let go of trying to control outcomes.  We don't even know what will make us happy, so instead of praying for the outcome that you think leads to happiness, pray for a shift in perception that will move you into a state of happiness (or whatever it is that you seek).

 

The second insight is this - let prayer be a way of life instead of a response to turmoil.  Marianne Williamson brilliantly suggests we live in the realm of the answer instead of constantly returning to the realm of the problem.

 

In this episode, I am joined by Kundalini priestess and ceremonialist, Shae Savage.  We explore motherhood, and dive into the dark and wild experience of being rebirthed into motherhood that is seldom talked about in our culture.

Connect with Shae on instagram (@shae_savage_) or hop on over to her website to check out upcoming opportunities to work with her.

Website: www.shaesavage.com  Access to free Heathen & Honey Seasonal Workbook on my website as well as my free community Savage Clan & Sadhana & Ceremony virtual library of Kundalini Yoga, Work Work, Ceremonies, Meditations and breath work.    The Temple: Doors are open & we begin May 8th for 13 week foundational course in homecoming. Pre-req for the 500hr Kundalini Priestess Initiation in 2024 https://shaesavage.com/the-temple-courses    Feminine Embodiment Retreat: April 20-23, 2023 Sunshine Coast. Come weave the wisdom of the Wild Woman over this 4 day journey. https://shaesavage.com/retreats-and-workshops 

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I was reading Asha Frost's book, You Are the Medicine, and a single line jumped out at me.

In deep rest, miracles happen.

This line is as accurate as it is simple, and it points to the value of deep rest.  I explore this concept in the podcast, and in the next episode I have attached a non-sleep deep rest practice (a form of yoga nidra, the term was coined by Andrew Huberman of the Huberman Lab podcast.)  THis is a simple practice that will support you in entering deep rest and transitioning from the hormones of stress into the physiology of renewal.  Manage your stress, sleep better and connect more deeply in your life by engaging in NSDR practice.

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We live in a society that has normalized living under the hormones of stress 24/7.  And while there are many stress reduction techniques out there, I believe the most powerful way to manage stress is to cultivate a  deeper relationship with Faith... trusting that there is an Intelligence beyond our own that is steering the ship in foggy times. As a society, we focus so much on trying to control things, and this causes us tremendous stress.  In this podcast I discuss the concept and practice of moving from a state of physical and mental stress into a state of faith and trust.

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Five things I would tell myself if I was starting this Reiki journey today

1. There is no rush. Spirit is already here. 
   1. You don’t have to be someone, somewhere else, Spirit is always here, fully.
   2. Often rush, push, grind on our spiritual path.
   3. Spirit is so close to us that we don’t see it. It’s not hididng in a cave in the Himalayas, not on the other side of your diet, - while yes practices like refining diet, taking a daily practice, silence can be supportive, God is as present now as it will be at any other point and any other place.  It’s more about changing the way we show up and pay attention than it is about changing externals.
   4. What if you let it be easy?
   5. What if what you seek is evading you because it’s SO familiar…. SO close… so all encompassing
   6. It’s right in front of your eyes but you do not see it
   7. Keep it simple. When we try to wow, we often distract.
2. Surrendering to a higher power is the only way to mastery
   1. Sounds easy, sounds lovely, but for most of this this is the hardest part. Surrentder to God means letting go of control and outcomes.
   2. Focus on service – doubt and performance anxiety is cue to turn towards God.
   3. When in doubt, pray. If that doesn’t work, pray again… louder.
   4. Focus on service to ease performance anxiety.
   5. Faith is the antidote to stress.

 

1. The more you practice, the more skilled you become. There is no way around this – practice is the path forward.

•  Your journey won’t be a straight line but ultimately you can’t mess this up.
• Don’t take it too seriously, it will cause you to contract when what you need most is to expand.

1. Trust your intuition. Trust the signs.  Trust yourself.
   1. Ties in to trusting yourself. Give messages exactly as they come.  You will misinterpret things, you won’t be able to explain everything.  I din’t believe humans – any human – has the capacity to understand the full scope of the universe.  Stop making that your job.
   2. Know the clairs and share isnights exactly how they come to you.

 

5. Surround yourself with people and books that support and inspire you, but know you'll break all the rules.

• Find a safe community where you can ask questions and share inspiration. You will progress so much faster and enjoy the process so much more!
• Books teachers peers are great, but you are the ultimate authority on your own life. Never give that power to anyone else.  To truly succeed at some point you will throw away the rule book and do it in a way that onily you can.

 

In this episode I lead you through short (about ten minute) a guided self-reiki practice.

The benefits of reiki are felt through consistent practice.  Often we sabotage ourselves by trying to commit to something that is too long.  I wanted to share this ten minute practice to support you in developing a daily practice that is more achievable.

In this episode I share personal experiences in my reiki practice...

These are some of the moments that deepened my belief in the power of this healing practice.

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I am starting this year out with a flu - NOT what I had in mind!! BUT I am not stressed about it. Even though I have big goals for this year, I am not worried about falling behind. Why? Because I have built my goals around inputs rather than outcomes. This year I am softening my grip. I am releasing stress over what I cannot control. I am doubling down efforts on what I can. I am tripling down on faith - resting into a belief that all is working together for the greatest good. Faith is the antidote to stress. It allows us to soften instead of try to control.

Exploring the topic of boundaries during the holiday season.

In my private reiki practice, most clients have some struggles around the issue of boundaries during this time.

Culturally it is normalized that women, especially mothers, over extend themselves during this time. 

How do we select and uphold boundaries in a loving way?

What do we risk when we fail to uphold boundaries?

I discuss boundaries from my own personal experience and from the lens of my private reiki practice - including looking at how a lack of boundaries is manifesting in the energy system (chakras), and what physical manifestations can come from it.  And then i lead you in a guided practice to feel deeply, to tune in, and notice what boundaries your inner wisdom is asking you to uphold today.

 

Enjoy!

 

Music by Music of Wisdom, "Our Peaceful Ocean"

This is another meditation for the holiday season.  If you are feeling heavy, experiencing grief or overwhelm during this holiday season, this meditation is for you.  It is a simple practice, focused on bringing you back into your body, and back into the whole-ness of your Spirit.  Enjoy.