Wild & Waking

The Remembering is the second chapter in a four-part solo series exploring the Wild & Waking Framework — a cyclical, soul-deep map for personal growth, identity evolution, and embodied leadership. Unlike linear self-help models or rigid step-by-step systems, the Wild & Waking journey is a living spiral. It’s a rhythm you move through again and again, learning to recognize where you are right now and honor that place as sacred. In this episode, Emily dives into The Remembering — the phase defined by the question, “Who was I before the world told me who to be?” This is the water phase of the journey: fluid, deep, intuitive, and quietly powerful. The Remembering is not about becoming someone new; it’s about coming home. Beneath the layers of obligation, conditioning, expectations, and survival strategies, there is a deeper knowing that has always been there — waiting to be heard. This phase invites you to soften, turn inward, and begin listening to the whispers that have been trying to find you all along.If you’re in a season of rediscovering your desires, reclaiming your intuition, or gently peeling back the layers of who you thought you had to be, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are — and remind you that you were never lost. You were always remembering.In this episode, I explore:What it means to remember yourself after years of conditioning, people-pleasing, and self-abandonmentHow identity evolution often begins after burnout, dissatisfaction, or the sense that your life no longer fitsWhy remembering can bring grief, anger, or rage alongside reliefReclaiming intuition and body awareness as sacred data rather than something to override, fix, or explain awayHow nervous system regulation, cycle awareness, and somatic curiosity support self-trust and emotional healingUntangling your sense of worth and identity from productivity, roles, motherhood, leadership, and external validationThe subtle ways we curate our lives around safety, approval, and survival instead of truth and desirePractical, grounded practices that support remembering, including journaling, walking, reflection, and intuition-led inquiryWhy fulfillment, joy, and embodied confidence begin to emerge when you learn to know, love, and trust yourselfBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily Reuschelspan

Change is the one constant we can’t escape, and as author, poet, and speaker Arielle Estoria reminds us, it’s not something to fear, but to honor. In this soulful and deeply resonant conversation, Emily and Arielle explore what it truly means to come home to yourself through the ongoing process of unfolding. Together, they reflect on the courage it takes to shed old identities, question inherited beliefs, and step into the woman you’ve always been beneath the layers of conditioning.Drawing from Arielle’s acclaimed book, The Unfolding: An Invitation to Come Home to Yourself, they explore the five sacred phases of transformation, The Awakening, The Eclipsing, The Mending, The Illuminating, and The Returning. Arielle shares how each phase mirrors the seasons of our own becoming: the moments that break us open, the shadows that test us, and the light that leads us back to wholeness. Through storytelling, poetry, and vulnerability, she reminds us that healing is not linear; it’s a constant, sacred dance between remembering and becoming.This episode offers a moment to pause, exhale, and find calm. It’s an invitation to recognize your own unfolding in real time, to see your evolution not as a crisis, but as a calling. Whether you’re in the midst of awakening, grieving who you once were, or stepping into a new version of yourself, Arielle’s words will remind you that you’re not broken, you’re blooming.If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “who am I before the world told me who to be,? this conversation is for you.In this episode, we explore:The five sacred phases of The Unfolding — The Awakening, The Eclipsing, The Mending, The Illuminating, and The Returning — and how they mirror the seasons of our own becoming.How to come home to yourself after years of performing, pleasing, and striving for conditional belonging.Faith deconstruction and spiritual evolution — finding peace between structure and freedom, and rediscovering your connection to the divine on your own terms.The grief of growth — how to hold compassion for who you once were while celebrating who you’re becoming.Breaking free from societal boxes and good-girl conditioning to reclaim your voice, power, and truth.The courage to speak with your whole chest — what it means to tell the truth, stand in your convictions, and stop apologizing for your light.The art of unlearning and mending — honoring the parts of yourself that no longer fit while integrating what still feels true.The returning phase — remembering that you’ve never been lost, only layered; reconnecting with the childlike essence of who you’ve always been.Creativity, storytelling, and poetry as spiritual practice — how Arielle uses art as a portal to healing and self-expression.Living and evolving in real time — embracing change as a lifelong invitation to unfold again and again.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Arielle:Website:

The Wild & Waking Journey: Unraveling marks the beginning of a four-part solo series exploring the Wild & Waking Framework — a cyclical, soul-deep map for personal growth, identity evolution, and embodied leadership. Unlike linear self-help models or rigid step-by-step systems, the Wild & Waking journey is a living spiral. It’s a rhythm you move through again and again, learning to recognize where you are right now and honor that place as sacred. Across this series, Emily guides you through the four phases of this framework — The Unraveling, The Remembering, The Reclamation, and The Rise — offering language, reflection, and deep context for the kind of transformation that can’t be rushed or forced.This first episode dives into The Unraveling, the phase that begins when the life you built no longer feels like yours. It’s the moment something feels off, but you can’t quite name it — when the roles, identities, beliefs, and systems that once felt safe start to feel constricting instead. The Unraveling carries the energy of fire: burning away what no longer fits, dismantling old stories, and creating space for deeper truth to emerge. This phase isn’t about fixing yourself or finding answers — it’s about naming what’s real, even when it’s uncomfortable.You’ll also hear why The Unraveling isn’t a sign of failure, but the beginning of freedom — and why so many people avoid this phase altogether. Emily speaks to the relief and fear that arise when the mask starts to fall away, the loneliness of questioning beliefs that once provided belonging or certainty, and the importance of being held in this phase without being rushed toward clarity, certainty, or resolution. This conversation is for anyone who’s tired of pretending they’re “fine,” who feels split between who they are and who they’ve been conditioned to be, or who senses that something truer is trying to emerge beneath the surface.In this episode, I explore:How The Unraveling shows up as the moment when the life you built no longer feels like yoursWhy unraveling carries fire energy — burning away roles, identities, and systems that once kept you safe but now keep you smallCommon signs you’re in an unraveling phase, including burnout, disillusionment, identity fatigue, and feeling “off” without clear answersHow survival patterns like overachieving, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and good-girl conditioning develop — and why they begin to crack hereThe relief and fear that come when the mask starts to fall offWhy unraveling isn’t failure — it’s the beginning of liberationHow grief, rage, exhaustion, and disillusionment function as messengers, not problems to solveWhat it looks like to question inherited beliefs around success, belonging, worth, religion, politics, culture, and identityWhy so many women feel isolated during this phase — especially in small towns or tight-knit communitiesHow to hold yourself (and others) in The Unraveling without rushing toward clarity or answersThe guiding questions that...

In this powerful continuation of our conversation, Annie Bertrand returns to take us deeper into her signature work: ancestral astrology, mother wounds, karmic cycles, and the soul-level patterns that shape our families across generations. In part one, we explored the foundations of astrology and how to understand your chart. In part two, we turn toward the lineage-level healing work — the real-life applications that influence how we mother, how we relate, and how we break the cycles we were born into.Throughout the episode, we explore the real-life tension points most moms face: the self-awareness trap, the fear of “messing up” our kids, the feeling of holding three generations’ worth of emotional weight, and the challenge of navigating growth when our partners or families aren’t on the same path. Annie offers a grounded, compassionate reminder that healing our own patterns is what shifts the lineage — and that change often ripples through our families without forcing, convincing, or controlling anyone.If you’ve been craving a deeper understanding of your family dynamics, curious about ancestral healing, or looking for tools to better support your children’s emotional world, this conversation will leave you both expanded and grounded. Annie’s approach to astrology is practical, accessible, and deeply validating — offering a map for healing your lineage, supporting your kids, and embodying the parent you were meant to be.In this episode, we explore:Ancestral astrology as a tool for understanding inherited patterns, family karma, and the soul contracts we choose before birthHow mother wounds, generational trauma, and lineage stories show up in the Moon sign, Saturn, Chiron, and the IC (lineage axis)The difference between talk therapy vs. energy healing, and why emotional patterns must be addressed through the body and nervous systemHow past-life imprints, karmic memories, and unexplained fears can resurface through motherhood and parentingThe ways parents unconsciously repeat generational patterns — and how to break cycles with awareness, compassion, and energetic workHow to navigate sibling dynamics, emotional mismatches, and conflicting personalities through family astrologyThe “self-awareness trap” and why mothers often feel pressure to parent perfectly when doing lineage-healing workWhy children under seven are especially attuned to their mother’s emotional field — and how your healing directly shifts their subconsciousHow to show up as the energetic invitation when your partner or family isn’t on the same growth or healing journeyHow astrology helps you honor your unique blueprint, break free from conditioning, and parent from intuition rather than fearBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Annie:Website: anniebertrand.comspan...

In this grounded solo episode, Emily shares five transformative truths to support you at the edge of any new season, identity shift, or fresh start. Whether you're beginning a new habit, exploring a mindset change, considering a business pivot, or simply feeling the pull toward growth in the new year, these insights offer clarity, encouragement, and direction.Emily unpacks why we often overcomplicate new beginnings, how perfectionism disguises fear, and why small, simple steps are far more powerful than grand plans. She explores the role of fear in personal evolution, the importance of getting out of your head and into conversation, and how lived experience prepares you for whatever you're stepping into next.This episode is a reminder that meaningful change is nonlinear, intuitive, and deeply personal, a refreshing alternative to “New Year, New You” pressure. If you're craving practical mindset support and grounded guidance for your next chapter, this conversation will meet you right where you are.In this episode, I explore:Why new beginnings feel overwhelming, and how perfectionism, over-planning, and pressure often mask fear rather than support real change.How to simplify your first steps so you can build momentum without needing a full plan, strategy, or end vision before you begin.The role of fear in personal growth, including fear of failure, fear of success, fear of judgment, and why fear often shows up even when a path is aligned.The power of community and conversation in gaining clarity, and why you can’t evolve, pivot, or create solely in your head.How your lived experience prepares you for new seasons, identity shifts, and fresh starts even when you don’t feel “qualified.”Why waiting for permission keeps you stuck, and how cultivating self-trust becomes the true turning point for any transformation.Real examples from coaching conversations, cyclical living, identity work, and your own Wild & Waking journey that illustrate how change actually unfolds in everyday life.A grounded alternative to New Year pressure, offering a more intuitive, sustainable, and compassionate way to approach personal growth in January and beyond.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:Sign up here to get the inside scoop to my book writing journey!Book me as a speaker for your next event - email inquiries to emilyreuschel@gmail.com or schedule a call hereWild & Waking – Produced by Jill Carr Podcasting | Learn More

What happens when you’ve done everything right, hit the milestones, followed the plan, built the “good life” and still feel like something’s missing? In this week’s episode, I’m joined by transformational coach and spiritual mentor Hélène Caniac for a powerful conversation about what it really means to move from achievement to fulfillment. Together, we explore the embodied, lived-in practice of self-trust, pleasure, and presence; how to sustain your power and purpose without burning out or betraying yourself.We dive deep into the systems that have systemically severed our self-trust, from capitalism and productivity culture to patriarchal conditioning and the ways spirituality itself can become another form of performance. Hélène unpacks how disconnection has been woven into our collective DNA for generations, and why rebuilding trust with ourselves is one of the most radical, world-changing acts we can take.If you’ve been craving a softer, truer way of living, a way that honors both your depth and your belonging, this episode will feel like a homecoming.In this episode, we explore:The shift from achievement to fulfillment — how to move beyond external success and create a life rooted in alignment, joy, and embodied purpose.The systems that sever our self-trust — unpacking how patriarchy, capitalism, and performance-driven spirituality keep us disconnected from our power.Expanding capacity for joy and freedom — practical tools to cultivate presence, discernment, and nervous-system resilience through seasons of chaos or change.Pleasure as a path of leadership — how enjoyment, play, and authenticity become fuel for purpose, creativity, and sustainable impact.Embodiment in everyday life — living your spirituality “in traffic,” in your relationships, and in the ordinary rhythms of work, motherhood, and leadership.Redefining success — shifting from output and performance toward integrity, connection, and fulfillment that actually feels good in your body.The power of collective healing — remembering that true transformation happens in relationship, through community, curiosity, and shared humanity.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with  Hélène Caniac:Website: helenecanhelp.comInstagram: @helenecanhelpJoin Le Salon — Hélène’s free Telegram community for thought-provoking seasonal musings, voice-note journal prompts, and early access to upcoming offerings. It’s a soft place to land for ambitious souls unlearning the hustle and returning to embodied fulfillment.Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up...

This week, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my own evolution through one of my favorite portals: reading. In this end-of-year solo episode, I walk you through all 26 books I read in 2025. These are the ones that cracked me open, challenged my assumptions, expanded my worldview, and quietly shaped the way I’ve shown up on the podcast, in my work, and in my life this year. Rather than sharing a quick top-five list, I take you on the full chronological journey, because the order matters. When you hear these books in the sequence I read them, you’ll notice the threads of curiosity, deconstruction, healing, and spiritual expansion that guided me month by month.From faith and deconstruction, to ancestral wisdom, to the divine feminine, to creativity, to the witch wound, to energy work, to nature, to body literacy, these books formed a kind of breadcrumb trail for me — each one helping me ask bigger questions, soften old assumptions, and step deeper into the Wild & Waking journey we’ve been walking together. Some I devoured. Some I wrestled with. A few I didn’t finish. And all of them, in one way or another, became teachers in my own unraveling, remembering, reclamation, and rise.Whether you want to expand your 2026 reading list, reflect on your own year of inner growth, or simply follow along with the journey behind the journey, this episode is a deep, thoughtful companion. And if any book sparks something for you, trust that. Pick it up, explore it, and see where it leads. The books that call to us often arrive right on time.The full list, with links, photos, descriptions, and author podcast episodes, is available HERE so you can revisit any title or conversation that catches your attention.In this episode, I explore:A full breakdown of all 26 books I read in 2025 and how each one shaped my personal growth, spiritual awakening, and inner transformationThe reading themes that defined my year: deconstruction, spiritual healing, feminine power, ancestral wisdom, and embodied self-trustHow books on Christian nationalism, faith deconstruction, and religious trauma supported my journey into a more authentic, expansive spiritualityTitles that introduced me to ancestral healing, Indigenous wisdom, earth-based spirituality, and reconnecting with the cycles of natureBooks exploring the divine feminine, goddess history, the witch wound, and women’s empowerment across history and mythologyMy honest reviews of astrology books, lunar cycle guides, moon-phase practices, and beginner resources on energy healing, Reiki, chakras, and aurasParenting and nervous system resources that helped me understand emotional regulation, generational patterns, and conscious parentingNature-focused books on ecological consciousness, reciprocity, forest science, and our spiritual connection to the landCreativity and artistry titles that supported my writing process, mindset, and the shift from consumption to creationThe books I didn’t finish, why I stepped away, and how I decide what’s aligned for my seasonMy top five book recommendations of 2025 and who they’re ideal for (faith deconstruction, divine feminine, ancestral wisdom, midlife reinvention, spiritual identity work)How my 2025 reading list influenced the Wild & Waking podcast, The Coven, my coaching, and the wider conversations we shared this yearAn invitation to reflect on your own 2025 reading journey, personal evolution, and the topics you want to explore in 2026Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram:

​​In this conversation, Emily sits down with author, educator, and speaker Caroline J. Sumlin to explore the ideas behind her groundbreaking book, We’ll All Be Free: How a Culture of White Supremacy Devalues Us and How We Can Reclaim Our True Worth. Together, they unpack the systemic and cultural roots that shape our identity and self-worth, and how the beliefs we’ve inherited from society have kept us striving, performing, and disconnected from our inherent value.This episode digs into the hidden characteristics of white supremacy culture including perfectionism, individualism, urgency, and fear of conflict, and how they quietly infiltrate our relationships, work, and daily lives. Emily and Caroline explore what it means to resist these patterns through community, rest, and intentional slowing down, and how collective liberation begins with personal awareness and small, everyday acts of resistance.If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly hustling to prove your worth, this conversation will help you trace that feeling back to its roots and offer a path toward freedom, healing, and belonging. Together, they remind us that reclaiming our worth isn’t just personal work, it’s cultural transformation.In this episode, we explore:How white supremacy culture quietly shapes our standards of beauty, success, and worthThe connection between perfectionism, hustle culture, and systemic oppressionWhy so many of us feel like we’re never enough—and how that belief is culturally conditionedThe hidden traits of white supremacy culture (like urgency, individualism, and fear of conflict) and how they show up in daily lifeHow burnout, self-criticism, and overachievement stem from systems designed to keep us strivingWhat it looks like to begin unlearning urgency and embracing rest, community, and presenceHow reclaiming our inherent worth becomes a form of personal and collective liberationThe power of curiosity, discomfort, and compassion in dismantling inherited conditioningIf this conversation opened your eyes to how deeply culture shapes our worth, don’t stop here. Share this episode, start a conversation in your community, and explore Caroline’s book, We’ll All Be Free, for a powerful next step toward personal and collective liberation.Connect with Caroline J. Sumlin:Website: carolinejsumlin.comGrab her book — We’ll All Be Free: AmazonInstagram: @carolinejsumlinThreads: @carolinejsumlinConnect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:Sign up here to get the inside scoop to my book writing journey!Book me as a speaker for

If astrology has always felt like a foreign language full of symbols, glyphs, houses, nodes, and mysterious lines running across a wheel you are in exactly the right place. In this episode, I’m joined by ancestral astrologer, Annie Bertrand, for a true beginner-friendly walkthrough of the basics. Instead of staying conceptual, Annie reads directly from my birth chart, so you can follow along with your own and finally make sense of what you’re seeing.Annie breaks astrology down to its simplest, most foundational layers: the “big three” (sun, moon, rising), what the planets represent, how houses work, and how to interpret the symbols and placements on your chart. She explains astrology as your soul’s language, and offers a grounded perspective on what your chart can reveal about your life path, innate patterns, emotional wiring, and even the challenges your soul chose to work through.This is part one of a two-part series with Annie. Today is the foundational “how it works” conversation. In part two, we’ll dive into Annie’s signature expertise: ancestral healing, mother wounds, soul-level contracts, and how our families’ charts interweave across generations.In this episode, we explore:What a birth chart actually is and how astrology functions as a “soul language”How to download your chart and the easiest tools for beginners (Astro-Seek and the CHANI app)The Big Three—sun, moon, and rising—and how each one shapes your identity, emotions, and worldviewHow to read the houses in your chart and what each house represents in your lifeWhat the planets (Mercury, Venus, Mars) reveal about your communication style, love language, self-worth, motivation, and actionHow generational planets like Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus shape collective patterns across entire generationsWhat the nodes mean (North Node and South Node) and how they point to your destiny path, past life mastery, and karmic patternsWhat Chiron represents as the “wounded healer” and how it shows up in your personal and relational storyHow to interpret the lines (aspects) in the center of the chart and what they reveal about inner tension, ease, and integrationA live walkthrough of Emily’s chart as Annie explains placements, patterns, and how everything ties togetherBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Annie:Website: anniebertrand.comInstagram: @astrology_with_annieThreads: @astrology_with_annieAncestral Astrology CourseFree Family Karma MasterclassFree Moon GuideConnect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: a...

In this powerful and multi-dimensional conversation, Emily sits down with intuitive healer, medium, and spiritual mentor, Nicolle Merrilyne, to explore the deeper layers of spiritual awakening, energy work, and feminine reclamation. Nicolle shares the origins of her intuitive gifts, the mediumship opening that transformed her life, and the profound initiations that led her into the work of shadow integration, embodiment, and spiritual depth. Together, they discuss the collective shift from surface-level “love and light” spirituality into a more grounded, embodied era of shadow work, emotional healing, and wild woman awakening.Emily and Nicolle dig into the difference between mindset-level self-development and the deeper inner work required to truly evolve—grief, rage, ancestral patterns, past-life wounds, and the unconscious narratives that shape our choices. Nicolle explains the astrological landscape of this moment, including Pluto’s move from Capricorn into Aquarius, and how this transition mirrors the dismantling of outdated structures, the rise of feminine wisdom, and the increasing desire for authenticity, soul alignment, and personal sovereignty.The episode takes a fascinating turn into the world of energetic home cleansing, spiritual hygiene, and energetic protection practices. Nicolle breaks down the foundations of maintaining a clear energetic environment—how to cleanse your home, how energy accumulates in physical spaces, how to ground and protect yourself, and why certain rooms hold more emotional imprint than others. Emily and Nicolle unpack the powerful house-clearing session they did together, including the intuitive messages that came through, the repeated water incidents in Emily’s home, and the connection between home energetics, emotional patterns, and the completion of old cycles.This episode is an invitation to explore the unseen layers of your life; your energy, your home, your lineage, your body, and the truths rising within you. If you’re craving deeper self-awareness, a more grounded spiritual practice, or a clearer understanding of your own awakening, this conversation offers guidance, validation, and a willingness to go where transformation actually happens.In this episode, we explore:Nicolle’s spiritual awakening story and how childhood intuition, mediumship, and trauma opened the door to her spiritual giftsThe collective shift from “love and light” spirituality into deeper shadow work, embodiment, and feminine reclamationWhat shadow work actually looks and feels like in the body, and why it’s foundational to authentic spiritual awakeningThe rise of the wild woman archetype, feminine power, and the deeper layers of feminine energy beyond aesthetics or softnessSpiritual hygiene practices for grounding, protection, and staying centered during emotionally heightened seasons (including the holidays)How energy accumulates in physical spaces and the basics of energetic home cleansing and space clearingWhat happened during Emily & Nicolle’s house-clearing session — energetic imprints, old contracts, stuck energy, and completing cyclesPractical tools for energetic protection, including grounding cords, shields, smoke cleansing, salt, crystals, and intention-settingWhy seasonal transitions can intensify emotional patterns and how to use seasonal grounding to navigate overwhelmNicolle’s personal season of rebirth — moving overseas, navigating health challenges, and evolving her business and spiritual offeringsBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Nicolle:Website nicollemerrilyne.coma...

So often we expect transformation to be loud, dramatic, or instantly recognizable. But the truth is that personal evolution rarely happens in one defining moment. In this intimate solo episode, Emily reflects on the quiet, incremental, almost imperceptible shifts that have reshaped her entire inner world over the past year, while her external life has looked almost exactly the same. Through the lens of her own growth, she explores what it really means to evolve slowly, intentionally, and courageously.Emily shares honest stories from her spiritual awakening, identity work, motherhood journey, and the subtle invitations that nudged her into deeper awareness. From the fear of being seen differently to the unexpected clarity that comes with hindsight, this episode illustrates how small daily choices, micro-yeses, and inner healing compound over time into profound change. It’s a reminder that you don’t need to burn down your life to become a new version of yourself; you simply need to pay attention to the slow burn within.As Emily revisits who she was just one year ago—hesitant, questioning, unsure if she’d be rejected for exploring new parts of herself—she reflects on how dramatically her relationship with herself has shifted. The values she honors, the risks she takes, the conversations she’s willing to have, the intuition she trusts, the beliefs she has released: they all reveal the power of subtle, sustained personal work. This episode is a love letter to anyone walking their own path of growth, especially when it feels quiet or unseen.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re growing fast enough, if you’ve downplayed your progress because your external reality hasn’t changed, or if you’re craving a reflection of how far you’ve come, this conversation will help you see your evolution with clearer eyes. The slow burn of becoming is real, and chances are, you’re already living it, one subtle shift at a time.In this episode, I explore:What personal evolution actually looks like in real time, and why slow growth is often the most sustainable and life-changingHow subtle inner shifts—mindset work, self-awareness, healing, and nervous system regulation—compound into dramatic long-term transformationThe difference between external change and internal identity shifts, and why your outer life may look the same even as you become a completely different womanHow to recognize your growth by measuring backward instead of forward, and the surprising clarity that comes from reflectionThe role of spiritual awakening, intuitive development, and softening into self-trust in shaping your entire realityHow micro-choices, daily habits, and small acts of courage create massive inner expansion over months and yearsThe fears, resistance, and self-doubt that often accompany identity evolution, especially for women navigating motherhood, rural life, or community expectationsWhy subtle transformation is easy to miss in the moment and how to honor the deeper, quieter work you’ve been doing beneath the surfaceThe power of curiosity, intentionality, and aligned decision-making in rewriting your beliefs and reclaiming your authentic selfBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: a...

What if your desire isn’t dangerous, but divine?In this deeply transformative episode, Emily sits down with Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton, an intimacy coach, scholar, and founder of UNCOVER, to explore what it means to heal from purity culture and reclaim your body, your voice, and your power. Together, they unravel centuries of conditioning that taught women to equate goodness with obedience and holiness with self-denial, and invite listeners into a radical reframe: that pleasure is sacred, not selfish.Kimberly shares her personal story of deconstructing evangelical beliefs, walking away from a marriage that no longer fit, and rediscovering her aliveness through the practice of pleasure. Rooted in her academic background at Yale and her years of coaching women around the world, she blends intellect and embodiment in a way that feels both revolutionary and deeply human. From the theology of Mary Magdalene to the lived reality of womanhood today, she illuminates how pleasure becomes a path back to the divine, and how reclaiming it is one of the most powerful ways women can heal from religious trauma, shame, and repression.Emily and Kimberly dive into the hidden history of Mary Magdalene, a wealthy, powerful spiritual leader erased and rewritten as a sinner by the early Church, and what her true story reveals about the fear of feminine wisdom. They explore how purity culture and patriarchy sought to silence women’s voices, sexual expression, and intuition, and why remembering the Magdalene lineage is an act of both spiritual and societal revolution.Whether you grew up in the church or simply absorbed the cultural messaging that your worth depends on being “good,” this conversation is an invitation to return to yourself. To soften the shame, to listen to your body, and to remember that your joy, your sensuality, and your truth are not something to hide, they’re the very portals to your power, purpose, and divine connection.In this episode, we explore:How purity culture continues to shape women’s bodies, relationships, and sense of worth, even outside organized religionWhy pleasure is sacred, not selfish, and how reconnecting with it helps women return to their powerThe connection between pleasure, spirituality, and embodiment, and why they were never meant to be separateThe hidden truth about Mary Magdalene, her role as a wealthy priestess, spiritual leader, and symbol of feminine wisdom erased by patriarchyWhat the Gospel of Mary reveals about women’s direct access to the divine, and why her story was rewritten by the early ChurchHow patriarchy and purity culture weaponized holiness, shame, and obedience to control women’s bodies and voicesPractical ways to begin reclaiming pleasure and power in everyday life, through beauty, embodiment, and self-trustThe ripple effect of women in their pleasure, how wholeness, joy, and desire create collective healing and transformationBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect & Work with Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton:Harlots & Heretics — a three-part journey through the hidden, holy history of women labeled “dangerous,” guiding you to reclaim your own sacred power.

What if you stopped dreading the darker months and started seeing them as sacred? In this episode, Emily invites you to embrace the descent into the dark half of the year, a season of rest, reflection, and deep inner renewal. Drawing from ancestral wisdom, cyclical living, and her own evolution, she explores how “wintering” isn’t just about enduring the cold, but remembering that rest itself is holy work.Emily shares how nature’s rhythm mirrors our own: trees release what no longer serves them, seeds rest underground, and the soil restores its nutrients, all in preparation for new life. Through these ancient patterns, we’re reminded that nothing in nature blooms all year long, and we’re not meant to either.This is an invitation to slow down, to release the pressure for constant productivity, and to reconnect with what your body and spirit truly need in this season. From cozy rituals and nourishing rest to the invigorating clarity of cold air on your face, Emily offers tangible ways to lean into winter’s wisdom, even if you’re someone who craves sunshine and green.Because on the other side of the darkness, there’s always a rebirth. Every spring you’ve ever witnessed began here, in the quiet, the cold, and the unseen. You are allowed to rest. You are allowed to not bloom. You are allowed to become.In this episode, I explore:The power of wintering and cyclical living, how ancient and ancestral wisdom teaches us to honor nature’s rhythms, slow down, and find meaning in the darker months.Why nothing in nature blooms all year long, and how to apply that truth to your own life, leadership, and wellbeing.The invitation to rest, reflect, and restore, releasing the pressure for constant productivity and embracing deep rest as sacred, not lazy.The physical and emotional benefits of cold and stillness, from supporting your circadian rhythm and mental clarity to the invigorating healing power of cold air on your face.Practical ways to lean into winter’s wisdom, cozy rituals, slow living practices, journaling prompts, and simple ways to bring warmth, connection, and intention into this season.Embracing both light and dark within yourself, integrating the yin and yang of your inner world, finding wholeness through acceptance, and trusting that the pause is preparation for what’s next.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:Episode 121 | Beyond the Badge: Embracing Seasons in a World Obsessed with BusySign up here to get the inside scoop to my book writing journey!Book me as a speaker for your next event - email inquiries to emilyreuschel@gmail.com or a...

What happens when your personal evolution begins to stretch the space between you and your partner? In this deeply honest and compassionate conversation, Emily sits down with feminist marriage coach Maggie Reyes to explore what she calls The Growth Gap, the tension that arises when one partner is actively growing, healing, or awakening, while the other clings to what feels safe, familiar, or expected.Together, they unpack how to navigate seasons of self-discovery, faith shifts, and identity work without losing connection or abandoning yourself. Maggie introduces her signature “Power of One” philosophy, rooted in systems theory, which teaches that when one person in a relationship changes, the entire dynamic begins to shift. Through humor, real-life stories, and grounded examples, she offers practical tools for honoring your transformation while creating deeper intimacy, even when your partner isn’t “doing the work.”They discuss what it means to “go first,” how to recognize the difference between fear and disrespect, and how to communicate your growth in ways that invite curiosity instead of defensiveness. Maggie also shares powerful re-frames around resentment, compassion, and the myth that both partners must grow at the same pace or in the same way.Whether you’re deconstructing long-held beliefs, exploring new layers of yourself, or simply feeling the growing pains of change within your relationship, this conversation is a breath of relief and a roadmap for love that expands instead of contracts.In this episode, we explore:What The Growth Gap is and why it happens when one partner evolves and the other resists changeHow to honor your personal growth without abandoning your relationship or yourselfMaggie’s “Power of One” framework and how one person’s transformation can shift the entire relationshipThe myth that partners must grow at the same pace (and what actually sustains long-term connection)How to communicate your insights and new awareness without triggering defensivenessThe difference between fear, indifference, and contempt, and how to know which you’re facingWhat to do when your growth brings up tension around faith, identity, or worldview differencesThe mindset of “I go first” and why it’s key for creating healthy changeWhy curiosity, consent, and compassion are essential for meaningful conversationsHow to know when growth differences are workable, and when they signal deeper misalignmentBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Maggie:Download The Growth Gap Workshop, a free resource for when you're evolving and your partner isn’t on the same pathListen to The Marriage Life Coach PodcastExplore her self-study program, The Marriage Mindset MakeoverLearn about Private CoachingCheck out her bestselling book, Questions for Couples JournalFollow on Instagram: @themaggiereyesVisit her website: maggiereyes.comConnect with Emily:Website: a...

Life is tender and messy and miraculous all at once. In this solo episode, Emily invites you into a reflection on the beautiful, brutal art of holding it all—the grief and the gratitude, the darkness and the light, the exhaustion and the quiet magic of simply being alive.Fresh off a transformative retreat and deep in the waves of pregnancy, she opens up about what it means to sit in discomfort without needing to fix it, to honor both the shadows and the blessings, and to find holiness in the wholeness of being human. This is an episode about slowing down enough to feel it all—to remember that life itself is the occasion, not something to earn once everything feels perfect.Emily explores the tension between what’s hard and what’s holy, sharing personal stories of grief, rage, beauty, and creativity. She reflects on the conditioning that teaches women to smile through pain, the ways we hide behind optimism, and the freedom that comes when we finally allow ourselves to be seen in every shade of our truth.This conversation is an offering—a reminder that your presence, your essence, and your being are enough. You don’t have to rush through this season or mask the hard parts. You get to hold the darkness, create the magic, and call it all sacred.In this episode, I explore:The beautiful and brutal truth of being fully alive — learning to hold both joy and grief, light and shadow, beauty and chaos as sacred parts of the human experienceThe power of sitting in discomfort without bypassing it, fixing it, or rushing it, and how this practice deepens emotional intelligence, presence, and embodimentHow pregnancy, physical limitations, and seasons of surrender can become portals for personal growth, compassion, and feminine wisdomThe conditioning that teaches women to “be fine,” to smile through pain, and to disconnect from their truth, and how to reclaim your wholeness by allowing yourself to feel it allThe sacred work of shadow integration and self-trust—how to hold rage, grief, and sadness without shame and see them as gateways to authenticity and powerThe healing energy of sisterhood, nurturance, and creativity, and how gathering in safe, intentional spaces reminds us that we were never meant to do life aloneWhat it means to live from wholeness instead of chasing it—remembering that your worth isn’t earned through productivity, perfection, or performanceHow to cultivate intentionality and ritual in everyday life by bringing presence, beauty, and creativity into the small, ordinary momentsWhy living an aligned, soul-led life is both mystical and mundane, and how to honor your humanity as deeply as your divinityA gentle reminder that life itself is the occasion—an invitation to slow down, feel deeply, and celebrate the sacredness of being here nowBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:Episode 119 | How to Create...

In this potent conversation, I sit down with Yarrow Kae—a mentor, spiritual guide, healer, and clinically trained therapist who bridges ancient wisdom with modern psychology—to explore what it really means to embody the truth of who you are. Yarrow’s story is nothing short of extraordinary: at 19, she downloaded enlightenment on the dance floor of a rave, setting her on a decades-long journey of integration, nervous system healing, and self-mastery. Her work now blends somatics, depth psychology, energetics, and spirituality to help others shift at a cellular level and live from their unique magnetic vibration.Together, we dive deep into the subtle ways our attachment patterns, shame stories, and identity constructs keep us bound—often in ways that feel “productive” or “good.” From perfectionism and people-pleasing to the spiritual bypassing that hides beneath our self-development work, this conversation unveils the unconscious habits that keep us safe but small. Yarrow shares how nervous system regulation and secure attachment create the foundation for true embodiment—and how the willingness to be radically honest with ourselves is the real portal to freedom.If you’ve been craving deeper self-trust, or if you’re ready to stop performing the “healed” version of yourself and start living as the embodied one—this episode will speak straight to your soul. You’ll walk away feeling both challenged and seen, with new language for your own evolution and practical wisdom to anchor your healing in your body.In this episode, we explore:How attachment wounds subtly shape your nervous system, identity, and relationshipsThe link between shame, anxiety, and perfectionism—and how these patterns keep us stuck in controlWhy even “productive” habits like personal growth or cleaning can become addictions rooted in shame or avoidanceThe importance of nervous system safety in receiving love, abundance, and regulationHow to identify the hidden ways you sacrifice authenticity for attachmentWhat it really means to worship at the altar of you—and how self-devotion becomes the ultimate act of sovereigntyThe power of radical honesty and self-compassion in releasing control and embodying freedomHow to alchemize rage, grief, and shame into embodied truthWhat happens when you finally allow yourself to be seen, safe, and free—on your own termsBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Yarrow Kae:Instagram: @yarrowkaeYouTube: Yarrow Kae AcademyThe Composer: heal-with-yarrow.teachable.com/p/the-composerThe Portal: heal-with-yarrow.teachable.com/p/the-portalConnect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: a...

What happens when you realize the life you worked so hard to build doesn’t actually feel like your own? In this week’s episode of Wild & Waking, I sit down with Kathleen Pitt—The Quantum Psychic—to explore her radical journey from nurse practitioner and mom in Detroit to soul-led mentor, channel, and guide helping women step into their highest alignment.We dive deep into the quantum field—what it is, how it works, and how it allows us to access intuition, future timelines, and miracles beyond our logical mind. Kathleen breaks down how subconscious blocks, old programming, and external validation often hold women back from their true mission, and why listening to your soul’s whispers is the most powerful strategy you’ll ever need.Together, we explore the intersection of manifestation, time, money, and worth, reframing how we think about abundance and how to expand into overflow without the hustle. Kathleen’s perspective is both mystical and practical—rooted in her own lived experience of facing fear, choosing alignment, and witnessing firsthand how the universe rearranges itself in our favor when we honor our soul’s knowing.Whether you’re curious about energy work, craving a deeper connection to your intuition, or simply wondering if you were made for more, this conversation will expand your perspective and ignite what’s possible for you. Tune in for a soul-stirring reminder that your vision already exists, your contracts are already signed, and infinite possibility is available when you’re willing to choose alignment over safety.In this episode, we explore:What the quantum field really is, how it works, and why it holds infinite timelines, possibilities, and intuitive guidanceHow to recognize and dissolve subconscious blocks, limiting beliefs, and inherited conditioning that keep us from alignmentThe relationship between intuition, soul alignment, and manifestation—and how to build trust with your future selfWhy time, money, and abundance are energetic resources that expand when you live in alignment with your soul missionPractical tools and perspectives to tap into your intuition, shift your frequency, and call in miracles without hustle or burnoutHow saying yes to the unknown can activate quantum leaps, expanded purpose, and infinite possibility in every area of lifeBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Kathleen:Website: www.thequantumpsychic.comFree Quantum Leap Training + Light Language Activation: thequantumpsychic.com/quantum-leapInstagram: @thequantumpsychicThreads: @thequantumpsychicConnect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:a...

What if your worth wasn’t tied to how much you produce, how many tasks you complete, or how many boxes you check off the list? In this episode of Wild & Waking, I’m diving into a conversation so many women wrestle with: untangling our value from output and reclaiming the power of presence.For centuries, women’s gifts—our wisdom, intuition, creativity, and nurturing—were considered sacred. Over time, productivity culture and transactional economics taught us that our worth was only as good as what we could measure, produce, or perform. This conditioning still echoes today, especially for entrepreneurs, leaders, and mothers who feel the pressure to constantly prove themselves in order to be “enough.”I’ll share personal stories and coaching insights about what it looks like to be compensated for the intangible: your voice, your energy, your ideas, your leadership. We’ll explore the fears that come with putting your gifts out into the world, the stories we tell ourselves about rejection, and how to shift from “selling yourself” to offering transformation.Most importantly, this episode is about remembering the truth: you are inherently worthy. Your magic doesn’t come from output—it comes from your presence, your wisdom, and your unique way of being in the world. Whether you’re navigating entrepreneurship, career, motherhood, or relationships, this conversation will remind you that the world needs you, not just your productivity.In this episode, I explore:The historical shift that devalued women’s gifts during the agricultural and industrial revolutions—and how that conditioning still affects us today.The fears women face when putting intangible gifts—wisdom, presence, intuition, leadership—into the world.How to reframe selling and compensation as an exchange of energy and transformation, not “selling yourself.”Tangible practices for embodying worth without output, including rest, play, and naming old stories out loud.Why presence, voice, and lived experience often create more transformation than checklists, deliverables, or productivity hacks.How to align pricing, offers, and compensation with your truth—so your business or career feels abundant, soul-led, and sustainable.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:Episode 156 | Fun Because: How to Recalibrate the Realm of Possibility + Collapse Timelines by Dismantling Hustle and Reclaiming Joy with Kari the Fun CoachThe Coven is a six-month circle for women unraveling old stories, remembering their truth, reclaiming their voice, and rising together. ✨ Exclusive for Wild & Waking listeners: use code WILD for $111 off enrollment

Have you ever wondered what really happens during a Reiki attunement? In this solo episode, I’m sharing my honest, unfiltered experience from my Reiki I & II attunement weekend—a journey that unlocked new layers of magic, healing, creativity, and self-trust that I never could have anticipated.From the moment I arrived, I realized this wasn’t just about learning a modality—it was an invitation into deeper connection with myself. What unfolded included everything from channeling unexpected poetry during meditation, to experiencing profound energetic shifts, to even hearing my baby’s name spoken to me in a way that defies explanation. These moments cracked me open and reminded me of the limitless ways our gifts can come alive when we release control and stay open to possibility.Throughout the weekend, I was confronted with the tender questions we all face on the path of growth: If I show the real me, will I still belong? Am I doing this “right”? What if my way doesn’t look like anyone else’s? Reiki offered me the chance to practice trusting myself in real time—and to discover that the most powerful thing we can do is embrace our unique way of experiencing and expressing energy, creativity, and truth.Whether you’ve been curious about Reiki, felt the call to explore your own intuitive gifts, or simply need encouragement to follow your curiosities into the unknown, this conversation will meet you where you are. My hope is that sharing my story reminds you that you don’t need to have it all figured out—you just need the courage to take the next step and trust that what unlocks will be exactly what you need.If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear from you. Send me a message, share your reflections, or come join us inside the Coven, where conversations like these are the heartbeat of our community.In this episode, I explore:What a Reiki attunement weekend actually is and how Reiki differs from a traditional training or certificationThe powerful ways Reiki I & Reiki II attunement opened new portals of healing, intuition, and energy awarenessMy unexpected experience with automatic writing/scribing poetry during meditation (and why creativity sometimes comes alive in the most surprising ways)The wild moment I heard my baby’s name and energy come through during a Reiki session—and what it taught me about listening, trusting, and letting go of expectationsHow Reiki revealed my natural connection to words, voice, and expression as part of my healing and leadership journeyWhy belonging and self-trust are such tender themes when you’re revealing new parts of yourself—and how Reiki helped me explore themThe role of chakras, energy centers, and intuition in the Reiki process (shared in an accessible, beginner-friendly way)How Reiki reminded me that anyone can access energy healing and that your magic lies in your own way of experiencing itBe sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here!Resources and Links:Jada...

Have you ever felt the tension between following the “logical path” you were taught to take and the deeper pull of your intuition? In this episode of Wild & Waking, I sit down with Hay House author and spiritual business coach Liz Roberta to explore how we can break free from burnout, trust our inner wisdom, and build lives and businesses that are truly in tune with our soul. Liz’s book, Living in Tune: 21 Questions to Activate Your Intuition and Find Your Life Purpose, has guided thousands of women back to themselves — and in this conversation, she brings that same clarity, honesty, and encouragement.Together, we dive into the eight clair senses, manifestation, and the power of subconscious reprogramming to unlock your soul gifts. Liz shares her personal story of leaving investment banking and fashion to follow her calling, the symptoms she experienced when she ignored her intuition, and the breakthroughs that came when she finally chose alignment over expectations. She also breaks down the balance between feminine flow and grounded strategy — a crucial combination for women who want to turn their purpose into a sustainable business.If you’ve been craving a conversation that validates your intuitive nudges while giving you real tools for subconscious healing and soul-aligned strategy, this episode is for you. Get ready to feel seen, inspired, and equipped to take your next steps toward living in tune with your purpose.In this episode, we explore:Why intuition is the missing piece in creating a purposeful life and business, and how to recognize the physical and emotional signs that you’re out of alignment.A deep dive into the eight clair senses (clairvoyance, clairsentience, clairaudience, claircognizance, clairempathy, clairtangency, clairgustance, and clairsalience) and how they help you identify your intuitive gifts.The role of manifestation in creating a new reality — including Liz’s process of being, normalizing, and certainty to call in desires with clarity and confidence.How to identify your core values (like freedom, growth, and impact) and use them as a compass for career decisions, entrepreneurship, and relationships.The tension between feminine energetics and masculine strategy — and how to bridge the two to build a sustainable, soul-aligned business.The power of subliminals and subconscious tools — how listening while you sleep can rewire beliefs, shift identity, and open new possibilities without adding more to your to-do list.How to integrate soul, strategy, and subconscious work to unlock your purpose, step into prosperity, and feel truly in tune with your life.Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode!Connect with Liz:Grab a FREE sample of Living in Tune (first 3 chapters)Tune into The Liz Roberta Show on SpotifyDownload Liz’s FREE Wealth Subliminal to begin rewiring your subconsciousOrder Living in Tune and explore 21 transformative questions to activate your intuition and discover your life purposeConnect with Liz on InstagramExplore more on her websiteConnect