Witches Being Witches

Witches’ Sabbatical Our Heartfelt Reflections and Future Visions Welcome, fellow witches, to a special update episode... Join us as we both chat candidly about our Witches Being Witches journeys, delving into the evolution of the podcast, our conversations & friendship, and our personal and joint visions for the future. Plus, we offer our heartfelt thanks to you, our cherished community and coven, for your incredible support along the way ♥ In This Episode: Our reflective look at the highs and lows of the past half-year, sharing some insight into our personal and professional experiences Navigating the intricate dynamics between our friendship and business partnership, unveiling the lessons and special moments along the way Tarra's aspirations and intentions for the upcoming year, both on a personal and professional level Emily shares her vision and goals for the upcoming year, offering insights into personal and career-related goals We end with a special tradition—the final question we pose to each other, mirroring the one asked of every guest on our podcast so far! Anticipating the next enchanting chapter, we eagerly invite your feedback and continued connection. Thank you for being here, fellow witches! Your presence, listenership and support cast a powerful spell that keeps our magical journey alive. With love, Em & T More... Connect with Us: CONNECT WITH EM: @_wellnesswithemily: https://www.instagram.com/_wellnesswithemily/  website: https://www.emilybathgate.com.au CONNECT WITH TARRA: @tarraleerullo: https://www.instagram.com/tarraleerullo/  website: https://www.tarra-lee.com/ Tarra’s new podcast, StarBeing: https://link.chtbl.com/StarBeing Follow + Subscribe: Follow + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and consider leaving a rating or review to show your support for Witches Being Witches. Plus, follow us on Instagram @witchesbeingwitches.

Crafting Stress Resilience We all know that stress isn't great for our health and that stress management is crucial. However, crafting and building resilience to stress might be even more important... In this episode, Em talks about how to support and train the nervous system, build more solid foundations, and help better bounce back from the next inevitable stressful event through crafting stress resilience. As always, we start this episode with an update from us: it's our 50th episode, Tarra's back from Europe, and we have a big Witches Being Witches update for you! In This Episode: Understand how various types of stress affect our bodies and overall health - physically, mentally, emotionally, and even environmentally A recap of the intricacies of the nervous system, and the interplay between its 'fight or flight' and 'rest + digest' modes within our bodies Learn about the signs of chronic stress observed by Em in her naturopathic clients, as well as how to discern whether you are in 'freeze' mode Remembering that life doesn't just happen to us - we are not just passive observers, but the protagonists, authors, and directors of our own lives Uncover some of Em's favourite herbs for combating long-term, chronic stress and for supporting stress resilience, including adaptogens (like Withania or Ashwaghanda), nervine herbs (like Skullcap) to tone + restore the nervous system, and anxiolytic herbs (like Passionflower) to alleviate anxiety Gain insights into the HPA axis and HPA dysfunction, also known as "adrenal fatigue" or "adrenal exhaustion" Nutritional medicine for stress resilience: explore the role of specific macronutrients and micronutrients in supporting a healthy nervous system, alongside the significance of mindful eating The powerful benefits of mindfulness, meditation, and exercise in managing stress and cultivating resilience Learn how adopting cyclical living can support your nervous system and encourage self-compassion Self-reflection, and why reflecting on our values, how we feel, and what we want to be remembered for is so helpful Explore the importance of supporting and activating the vagal nerve to enhance stress resilience Discover some of Em's top practical tips for stress resilience, including cold exposure therapy, yoga, balance, a good cry, and having fun! Recognise the importance of seeking support when needed, and the various types of support available More... More Listening: Episode 31: Nurturing the Nervous System Episode 29: Anxiety Awareness Episode 4: Kinesiology & the Subconscious Mind with Rachel Dhanjal Follow + Subscribe to be the First to Hear More: Follow + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and on Instagram + Facebook, to be the first to hear more! Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebo...

Angel Guidance In this episode, Isabelle von Fallois joins us to discuss angel guidance; the importance of faith and self-belief, and accessing the advice and support of our angels. Isabelle is an angel therapy practitioner, mystic, medium, pianist, best-selling author, and the founder of ANGEL LIFE COACH + ANGEL HEALING Training. It is Isabelle's great desire to open people's hearts to more light, love and peace, and to show them that anything is possible if we simply trust and have faith. Towards the end of this episode (at 1:23:34), Isabelle offers an intuitive meditation to embody the energy of Mary Magdelene. In This Episode: Isabelle's journey, starting with her first near-death experience as a small child, through to her life-changing visit from Archangel Raphael, and to now working with (and training others in) angel frequencies Isabelle's thoughts on near-death experiences: what she believes happens, and what they can teach us The daily spiritual practice and rituals Isabelle relies upon to support her self-belief and connection to her angels, including breathwork and kundalini Isabelle's lineage of courage and clairvoyance, and how both have shaped her mission An important and potent reminder about money, investment, manifestation, and living in alignment Developing faith, receiving support, and practising trust - in this lifetime, and others - and enhancing our clair senses to connect to our angels (including our two guardian angels) Astrology, and how it can support us in transcending thoughts and reclaiming our personal power Isabelle's thoughts on divine timing, intuition, and the value of time spent Divine feminine energy and female empowerment, the magic in the experience of women living cyclically, and Isabelle's reminder of how powerful women truly are Isabelle's reading for us right now, and her insights on the 'Black Madonna' energy and the importance of shadow work and embracing the darkness More... About Isabelle and her work: https://www.isabelle-von-fallois.de/ Instagram: @isavonfallois Facebook: Isabelle von Fallois Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Pluto & Soul Evolution Traditional Vedic Astrology typically doesn't look at the influence and role of Pluto on our soul evolution, as the planet wasn't technically discovered until the 1930s. However, understanding the placements of Pluto in our Vedic (or Sidereal) astrology charts enables an insight into some of our karmic lessons, and therefore the possibilities for soul evolution. So, in this episode, Tarra shines a light on Pluto, how it might play out in our astrological charts, and how we can ultimately use these insights for the purpose of soul evolution. In This Episode: A background on Pluto: its discovery and later its re-categorisation (as a dwarf planet), its orbit, and how it's considered Mars's higher octave planet The current transits: where Pluto is currently (according to both Western Astrology and Vedic Astrology), what this means from an energetic perspective for the collective, and what we can learn Evolutionary Astrology for personal growth and evolution, and how Tarra is fusing Evolutionary with Vedic to uncover past-life dynamics and soul purpose Tarra's thoughts on reincarnation, soul evolution and Moksha - how the soul is eternal while the physical body is only temporary on our journey back to Source Pluto and our karmic journey: what it can show about where we left off and what it teaches us about the lessons and challenges we may experience in this lifetime or incarnation Tarra's personal experience with gaining insight and conscious awareness from her Pluto placement and its themes, lessons and opportunities Working with the placements of Pluto as a tool for deep inner healing and shadow work for transformation and final liberation More... Discover Your Vedic/Sidereal Chart Astro Seek's Sidereal Birth Chart Calculator Pluto's (Vedic) Placements Over the Years Sep 1932 - Nov 1952: Cancer Nov 1952 - Oct 1968: Leo Oct 1968 - Dec 1980: Virgo Dec 1980 - Dec 1992: Libra Dec 1992 - Dec 2005: Scorpio Dec 2005 - Feb 2020: Sagittarius Feb 2020 - Jan 2040: Capricorn Our Current Obsessions: Em's: getting back into Pilates, and the herb Magnolia (aka Magnolia officinalis) Tarra's: 'Understanding Modern Spirituality' by Inna Segal, and looking into the frequencies of fabrics Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Celebration & Reflection | Solstice & 2 Years of Witches Being Witches In this episode, we celebrate and reflect on the eve of Solstice (Winter Solstice here in Australia) and Witches Being Witches' 2nd Birthday! Together, we celebrate all that we've achieved as individuals this year so far, and as a podcast over these past two years, while taking a moment for reflection; on our intentions for 2023 and beyond, and on our challenges and highlights on our podcasting journey so far. And we invite you to use the potent Solstice as an opportunity for celebration and reflection, too. In This Episode: The meaning of Solstice, and how it has been traditionally celebrated The energy and astrology of this Solstice, and how to work with it to reflect and set your intentions for the remainder of the year A review and reflection of the intentions we set for 2023, and our own intentions for the remainder of this year An honest and open reflection of the journey of Witches Being Witches so far Witches Being Witches' Vedic Astrology natal chart A reflection on some of our favourite moments from the chats we've had on the podcast so far More... More Listening: Episode 13: Burnout & the Journey to Joy with Tammy Guest Episode 24: Doula of Death with Jessica Reis Episode 38: Vedic Meditation with Krista Sanderson Episode 42: Botox & the Dark Side of Beauty with Gretch Elizabeth Episode 46: Unlocking the Secret Language of Your Body with Inna Segal Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Unlocking the Secret Language of Your Body In this episode, we are joined by Inna Segal to discuss unlocking the secret language of our bodies. Inna is an internationally recognised healer, teacher, professional speaker, author, and pioneer in the field of energy medicine and human consciousness. By intuitive means, she can ‘see’ illness and blocks in a person’s body. Inna’s intention is to help you understand yourself, reflect back on what she sees, and therefore guide you on a transformative healing journey, ultimately by fostering communication with your soul and creating a map for exploration. In This Episode: Inna's teenage years and health challenges - including back pain, psoriasis, and digestive problems - and how she overcame these issues to ultimately restore her well-being Understanding and focusing on the significance of the "why" behind your desire for well-being, and not just the "how" Ancestral connection, unresolved experiences, and the impact on our own well-being The importance of shifting from a victim mindset to embracing a more empowering attitude when it comes to health and healing Approaching pain and discomfort with curiosity, allowing ourselves to uncover valuable insights and discoveries about who we truly are The importance of embracing the awareness that you are a unique being with your own distinct path Multiple Earth lives, and why Inna believes it’s important not to get too caught up in past lives The way emotions manifest in various parts of our bodies, and how we can explore, and effectively manage and transform, these emotions Finally, the value in embracing kindness as a starting point on any healing journey More... About Inna and her work: https://www.innasegal.com/ Instagram: @innasegalautho Inna's free 4-hour masterclass Inna's Books: The Secret Language of Your Body The Secret of Life Wellness Understanding Modern Spirituality Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Overcoming Perfectionism Perfectionism can be defined as the tendency to set high, unrelenting standards of and for ourselves, in all areas of our lives. It's the constant pursuit of 'perfect' - a subjective concept and so an unattainable, never-ending pursuit - often leaving us feeling frustrated, anxious, exhausted, burnt out, and with a sense of compromised self-worth. So, in this episode, Emily (who refers to herself as a 'recovering perfectionist') speaks on how we can work to overcome perfectionism - or at least start to work with it to enjoy its gifts, and embrace ourselves as perfectly imperfect. In This Episode: The origins of perfectionism from a psychological perspective Schemas and the ego, and how both ultimately work to protect us The 'Unrelenting Standards' schema (or life trap): its characteristics, origins, and how it so often plays out How perfectionism manifests in the physical body, and how it can impact our health behaviours The gifts and benefits of this schema Adaptive vs. maladaptive perfectionism, and adaptive vs. maladaptive coping strategies Emily's thoughts on, and practical tools for, overcoming perfectionism and reaching a healthier level of balance Plus, as always, we start the episode with a life update from the both of us - our wins, challenges and obsessions from the past couple of weeks. More... Our Current Obsessions: Em's: Australian Bush Flowers 'Woman Essence' Tarra's: low-tox living Recommended Listening: Episode 35: Feminine & Masculine Polarity Episode 31: Nurturing the Nervous System Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Eclipse Magic: A Vedic Perspective Eclipses are considered significant celestial events that bring change and transform time. The period between two eclipses is known as the 'eclipse season', and it is a sensitive time lasting for about 15 days. Today's episode lands mid-eclipse season, between the total solar eclipse on the 20th of April 2023 and the upcoming lunar eclipse later this week (5th/6th of May 2023). So, in this episode, Tarra speaks on the significance of eclipses, and how to work with their energy and navigate the change and challenges they bring. In This Episode: The transformational time between two eclipses Why it is recommended to avoid making major decisions or starting new projects during this time How eclipses act as a catalyst for change, shifts, and the unexpected Eclipses as a trigger for important turning points in your life; something ends while something new begins How eclipses can help you to do things you never thought you could The Libra energy of the Lunar Eclipse, and how this may impact the world — and you personally Vedic astrological remedies for the eclipse period Plus, as always, we start the episode with a life update from both of us - our wins, challenges and obsessions from the past couple of weeks. More... Our Current Obsessions: Em's: A Very British Cult podcast by BBC4 Tarra's: The Herbal Astrology Oracle Deck by Adriana Ayales Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Cultivating Intuition Gut feeling, instinct, a sixth sense, an inner knowing... whatever you prefer to label it, we all have an innate form of conscious knowledge available to all of us: our intuition. Intuition refers to our ability for knowledge and understanding without conscious reasoning or logical analysis, often described as arising from our soul or higher self. In this episode, we talk about how cultivating our intuition ultimately enables greater guidance. In This Episode: Technology and artificial intelligence in today's society, and how our intuition can help us to distinguish what's truly real Intuition as an inherent, innate and self-protective ability, and the process of cultivating intuition as a skill The role of self-trust, full experiences, and reflection in fostering intuition The science of intuition, and how it can be explained from the perspectives of psychology and neurology Our tips for enhancing intuition in a society that has a tendency to want to stamp it out Our personal experiences with intuition, and how we each tune into our own Plus, as always, we start the episode with a life update from both of us - our wins, challenges and obsessions from the past couple of weeks. More... Our Current Obsessions: Em's: Habits of a Goddess affirmations podcast Tarra's: Her 11-step hair routine Work With Us: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Gretch Elizabeth is a natural researcher, former high school teacher, beauty industry educator, and the founder of Never Tox. Never Tox is an online community of over 25,000 people that offers education about Botox and supports those experiencing side effects. While Botox – also known as Botulinum Toxin – is a known neurotoxin (and “one…

We all know that our bodies need sleep – it’s how we repair and restore, and support the huge number of processes our body constantly undergoes to keep us alive and well. So, for this episode, our very own Em talks us through all things restorative sleep, and how to get more of it! Plus,…

Chakra means ‘wheel’ in Sanskrit, and there are seven chakras — the wheels of energy or vibrating light — in your astral body. The chakras and planets in astrology have a significant relationship: one of the seven planets (Vedic) rules each chakra, and every chakra displays the nature of its ruling planet. For Episode 40, Tarra talks us through how the different chakras also relate to various aspects of your life, and how every chakra relates to specific functions carried out by your body.If any energy centres, or chakras, become blocked or imbalanced, the interrupted energy flow can cause specific mental, physical, and spiritual problems. Plus, as always, we start the episode with a life update from both of us – our wins, challenges and obsessions from the past couple of weeks. In this episode: – The specific colours and symbols that reflect the vibration of each of the seven chakras – The primary difference between the lower and higher chakras – How and why the chakras can become blocked – Strengthening and cleansing the subtle body energy in order to take full advantage of the energy that can be poured into you through your chakras – The chakra that can provide emotional strength, like letting go of fear and anxiety – The chakra related to creation, pleasure and sensuality, and how, when blocked can contribute to infertility – The chakra that relates to willpower, and what blocks this energy centre – The chakra that is also known as your personal power or warrior chakra – The chakra that can enhance your material and spiritual life – The chakra that gives you a feeling of empowerment, and helps you to embrace your uniqueness – The chakra that is ruled by Saturn, and the significance of this – The chakra connected to insomnia and deafness – The importance of activating your third eye and awakening your intuition – The chakra that helps you to uncover your soul purpose – The chakra that, when blocked, can make you unwilling to be open to other ideas, thoughts, or knowledge – The chakra blockage related to psychosis and dissociation from the body – Remedies to promote balance in your chakras, and help create alignment in your physical body Our Current Obsessions:Em’s: Rottnest Express annual pass Tarra’s: Kundalini yoga Recommended Listening:Episode 39: Self Sabotage Work with Tarra: Health Reading: https://www.tarra-lee.com/health-readingSoul Reading: https://www.tarra-lee.com/soul-readingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarraleerullo/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven :Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

With the excitement of 2023, we have been creating intentions and visions for the year ahead. But how can we build awareness around whether or not we are holding ourselves back? In this episode, we explore self-sabotage: which can be defined as a disconnect between your values and your behaviour. Plus, we kick off the episode with a life update. Em has finally finished her Saturn return! Hear about how Em navigated this time filled with blessings and profound challenges, and the wisdom she has emerged with. In this episode: – How you can use your close relationships to build accountability for your goals – Creating space for your goal setting – Creating rituals in your life to check in with your visions regularly – How perfectionism can hold you back from reaching your goals – Why it is important to have a clear vision of your life – Life scripts, and how they can help anchor your dream life – The collective uncertainty of the last couple of years, and how this could be holding you back – Focusing on the feeling, and not the outcome, when setting a goal – The importance of revisiting our goals, and letting go of goals that are no longer in alignment – Defining what safety and security feel and look like to you, and how to start incorporating more of each into your life – The roles shame, judgement, and joy can play in self-sabotage – How dopamine deficiency plays a role in some nervous and mental health conditions, and in self-sabotage and procrastination Our current obsessions: Em’s: ClickUp Tarra’s: Kinesiology with Rachel Recommended Listening: Episode 20: Saturn Returns Join the Witches Being Witches Coven & Work With Us: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/witchesbeingwitches Work With Emily & Tarra: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/

Krista Sanderson is a Vedic meditation teacher passionate about supporting others through the gift of this technique after it profoundly impacted her own life. Vedic Meditation is an ancient Indian meditation technique dating back thousands of years. Practised for twenty minutes twice daily, this technique utilises mantra – the origins of the word ‘mantra’ coming from two Sanskrit words; “man” (mind) and “tra” (vehicle) – to remove stress from the nervous system and calm the mind. In this conversation with Krista: – Krista’s two decades in hydrogeology and her experience with the burnout lifestyle associated with the mining industry, and how life events led her to explore meditation – How Vedic meditation has so effortlessly enabled Krista to live the life she loves, and why it led to her completing her teacher training in India (during the pandemic, no less!) – Krista’s definition of Vedic Meditation, and the differences between concentration, contemplation and transcendental types of meditation – The benefits of Vedic Meditation: the inner and outward strokes – How the modern-day, 21st century “gotta” life plays a role in the accumulation and overload of stress in the body and mind, and how it’s ultimately unsustainable – The importance of a healthy stress response, the science of stress vs. bliss chemistry, and how ‘premature cognitive commitments’ impact us – How meditation can help us to free up cognitive ‘space’ and deal with life’s demands, and why Krista is so passionate about enabling this through her teaching – Bija mantras and how they work, and how a bija mantra is prescribed as part of Krista’s 4-day Vedic Meditation training – How Vedic Meditation removes and releases stress from the body – Krista’s thoughts on the currency of “busyness” – Advanced Vedic Meditation techniques, including rounding, and the importance of practising in a retreat setting – Vedic Meditation as a non-outcome-based practise, and the initial discomfort for the ego, but the beautiful potency of this – Tarra’s transformative experience on Krista’s latest meditation retreat – The relevancy of Vedic Meditation for all types of people, and how far-reaching its benefits can be – Krista’s advice for people who feel resistant, anxious or fearful about meditating, and how to get started with meditation – The restrictive, “boxing” nature of the ego and intellect, and how confronting ego death can be – Vedic Meditation as an enabler for experiencing life to the fullest, and feeling the bliss in the present moment Work With Krista:www.instagram.com/soulshakhawww.soulshakha.com.aukrista@soulshakha.com.au Join the Witches Being Witches Coven:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

Beauty is all around us. And becoming aware of the beauty in the world allows us to open more space for the beauty that inherently exists within us – our inner beauty – to flourish. So, for this episode, our very own skin witch Em talks us through some beautiful, witchy rituals for inner and outer beauty, plus shares her top tips for healthy skin and an inside-out glow. And don’t miss a special guided meditation towards the end ♡ Plus, we start the episode with a cosmic update and life update from both of us. In this episode: – Beauty ideals, how beauty is commercialised and marketed to us, and what inner beauty really is – A reminder of the importance of mindfulness – Implementing ritual as a witchy, feminine embodiment practice – The history of beauty rituals, including Navajo ‘The Beauty Way’ and Japanese wabi-sabi – Choosing and setting up your inner beauty ritual space – The importance of gratitude when it comes to inner beauty rituals – All of the aspects of health, wellness and living that Em takes into account when analysing skin health from a naturopathic perspective – How our skin, as our largest organ, communicates with us – The emotional and mental blocks, beliefs and patterns underlying skin issues – How understanding what our skin is telling us is important when mindfully, purposefully establishing a beauty ritual – Em’s favourite morning inner beauty ritual for the heart – Em’s nighttime inner beauty ritual – Colour therapy for inner (and outer) beauty, and skin health – A guided skin meditation More reading:‘The Secret Language of Your Body’ by Inna Segal Work With Emily:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily_thepurist/ Book a consult: https://floraliawellness.com.au/pages/emily-bathgate Join the Witches Being Witches Coven:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

When we understand the way the universe works and operates, we open ourselves to conspiring with the divine, to align to our highest path and purpose. The Spiritual Laws of the Universe each teach us something about well-being, happiness, and success.  Every time we are not in line with the universal laws, resistance builds up and things become difficult. These laws are a formula for this reality. Plus, we start the episode with a cosmic update and life update from both of us. In this episode: – The foundational law of the universe that sets up all the other laws – How contradictory thoughts create inner conflict which is mirrored in your outer life – Why spiritual growth is so important – What can help you center yourself and align with source energy – What you would can do to heighten your energy frequency – Why happens if your thoughts are counter to your goals – The importance of intentional action – The formula for gaining more in your life – The laws around compensation and comparison – The law that can help you build resilience in challenging times – Why everything in our world goes through cycles, yet everything has a rhythm or a pattern – The two major types of energy within this universe. Episodes referenced: EP18. Casting spells with words Work with Tarra: Health Reading: https://www.tarra-lee.com/health-reading Soul Reading: https://www.tarra-lee.com/soul-reading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarraleerullo/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven & Work With Us: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/witchesbeingwitches

In this episode, we talk about feminine and masculine polarity; a hot topic right now, and one we believe to be incredibly potent when it comes to self-empowerment. Understanding polarity in relationships not only enhances our relationship with those around us, and particularly our significant other, but also our relationship with self, ultimately. Exploring polarity can ultimately serve as another incredible self-exploration and self-mastery tool. Plus, we kick off the episode with a cosmic update (hello, full lunar eclipse!) and life updates from both of us. In this episode: – How polarity can be defined, and why opposites attract – Why looking at feminine and masculine from an energy perspective goes far deeper than gender; ultimately, because we all possess both – Characteristics of the wounded feminine and the wounded masculine – How polarity, and the wounded feminine and masculine, are playing out in the world right now, and why we believe this to be the case – The Witch Wound, and historical and generational trauma – and societal expectations – around feminine and masculine – Characteristics of the Divine Feminine and Divine Masculine – Divine pairing of feminine and masculine – Polarity in relationships, and the importance of balance and flux – How to increase feminine energy; characteristics to embody, and how to go about exploring them – Increasing masculine energy, and ways to explore embodying more masculine characteristics – Looking at how expressions of both feminine and masculine energetics play out in health and in the body – Polarity as a Law of the Universe, and its capacity to support manifestation – The empowerment and healing that can come from exploring polarity in all of our relationships – including the one with ourself Join the Witches Being Witches Coven & Work With Us: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/witchesbeingwitches Work With Emily & Tarra: https://www.witchesbeingwitches.com/work-with-us/

Danielle Massi is a master shadow work practitioner, best-selling author, and motivational speaker. She believes that shadow work is the most healing modality in existence. We are thrilled to bring you this empowering conversation with Danielle, The Shadow Queen, for a fusion of science and spirit. Danielle opens up about her incredible story and journey, and gives us permission to embrace ourselves fully. In this conversation with Danielle: – The story of Danielle’s journey from shamed witchy child to psychotherapist, to cancer fighter and Shadow Queen – How Danielle defines ‘shadow work’ – The difference between the unconscious and subconscious minds, and how both play into shadow work and healing – Accessing the unconscious mind, regulating the nervous system, and utilising breath as medicine – Getting started with shadow work through journaling – How and why our ‘shadow sides’ come about, and whether these aspects of ourselves are inherently “evil” or “dark” – Integrating instead of suppressing the shadow, and not denying our authentic selves for the sake of “love and light” – How moving away from the ‘shiny’ and ‘perfect’ on social media is starting to lift the mask of the collective shadow, and encouraging us to show up more authentically – The process of shadow work: the steps on how to actually ‘do’ the work – The value in talking to, and befriending, your shadow – Shadow work and past life regression, and alchemising wounds – Overcoming triggers, and how to know whether shadow work is working – Shadow work as a process (because healing is not linear), and overcoming each of the “new levels, new devils” layers by getting to the root cause – Whether we can complete or perfect “the work”, and whether perfection really should be a goal anyway – Dark nights of the soul, and Danielle’s thoughts on whether everyone experiences one (or multiple!) – Danielle’s thoughts on near-death experiences and life’s trajectories – Shadow work as a tool for manifestation, and the importance of shedding “energetic weight” Work With Danielle:www.instagram.com/iamdaniellemassiwww.tiktok.com/@iamdaniellemassi iamdaniellemassi.com+ Danielle’s books: newly-released ‘Shadow Work: Face Hidden Fears, Heal Trauma, Awaken Your Dream Life‘, and ‘The Shadow Seeker’s Journal‘ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

For this episode, our very own Emily unpacks all things menstrual health. On average, an Australian menstruating woman will have 450-500 periods in her life – the equivalent of 10 years’ worth of bleeding. So why do we receive such little education around the topic of menstrual health?! Plus, we start the episode with a cosmic update and life update from both of us (and, yep, Em’s still in America!). In this episode: – What exactly a menstrual cycle is: how long it should ideally be, how it gives us an insight into our health, and its phases – The different hormones and their roles throughout the menstrual cycle – How you can still tune into the phases of the female cycle if you’re not currently experiencing a menstrual cycle – What an ideal, healthy period looks like – Why it’s important to track our periods – and full cycles – and what we should be looking out for – What is and is not normal when it comes to our periods, and why – Why we are so passionate about ending the generational normalisation of period pain – PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, and what to look out for. Plus, why we may experience it in the first place – Early and late periods, and how and why they come about – How much we should ideally bleed each period, and how heavy and light periods come about – Amenorrhoea: the absence of periods – and why they might go missing – Post-pill syndrome – How and why hormonal acne comes about – Perimenopause and menopause, common symptoms of menopause, and how to support health during menopausal years – How naturopathy can help to support menstrual health – Em’s favourite tips for general hormonal and menstrual health – Why it’s important to work with professionally-prescribed, practitioner-only supplements More reading:‘What your cycle should look like‘ blog post by Emily‘Is my cycle normal?’ blog post by Emily‘The Period Repair Manual’ and ‘The Fifth Vital Sign’ by Dr Lara Briden +Kindara fertility tracking app+Listen to our ‘Menstrual Cycles & the Moon‘ episode! Work With Emily:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily_thepurist/ Book a consult: https://floraliawellness.com.au/pages/emily-bathgate Join the Witches Being Witches Coven:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity

For this episode, we’re joined by our very own Tarra to learn about one of the most important branches of astrology; medical astrology. Medical astrology is an ancient medical system that associates various parts of the body, diseases, and drugs as under the influence of the Sun, Moon, and planets, along with the twelve astrological signs. Plus, we kick off the episode with a cosmic update and life update from both of us. In this episode we discuss: – How Ayurveda and Jyotish (Vedic astrology) are intimately linked – The definition of astrology and what this science can help you with – What medical astrology is and how can it access your heath potential – Hippocrates the father of medicine and medical astrology – What your rising sign can tell you about your physical body – Each of the astrological signs and which parts of the human body they govern – Saturn as the medical key of your chart – What Mars and the South Node placement represent in your health – The 6th house as the house of health – How transits can impact your health – The planets and the elements that they expressRemedies within medical astrology Work with Tarra: Health Reading: https://www.tarra-lee.com/health-reading Soul Reading: https://www.tarra-lee.com/soul-reading Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarraleerullo/ Join the Witches Being Witches Coven & Work With Us: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbwcommunity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/witchesbeingwitches