A year ago, we argued you could chase “Christ consciousness” without embracing a Bible-centered faith—and we treated religion like a control system. After a season of prayer, study, and honest self-audit, we’re back to share what changed and why the shift brought more peace, not less. This is a candid walk-through of moving from self-optimization to surrender, from theories about ascension to a relationship with a living Savior. We open with the rebrand that led us to revisit an older episod...
A song in the kitchen broke everything open. One moment I was planning an oracle deck launch; the next, I was sobbing to an old worship chorus and realizing the “peace” I’d been manufacturing wasn’t the real thing. This episode is a candid walk through my rebrand to Counterculture Mama and the turn from new age practices to a faith-led life that reshaped my marriage, business, and sense of self. I share what drew me into Reiki, tarot, kundalini, and the Akashic Records—and why the promise of...
Have you ever found yourself so busy analyzing your own patterns and emotional responses that you've forgotten to actually ask for what you need? That's what I call "the curse of the self-aware woman" – and it might be silently eroding your relationships. While self-awareness is undeniably valuable, there's a dangerous tipping point where accountability becomes self-abandonment. Many women pride themselves on doing their inner work, understanding their triggers, and taking responsibility for...
Have you ever noticed how we entrepreneurs can become completely tunnel-visioned, believing our impact comes exclusively through our businesses? That revelation hit me hard this weekend, and it's completely transforming how I show up in the world. For years, I operated under the assumption that my business was my legacy—that to make a meaningful impact, people needed to join my programs, download my resources, or become paying clients. While my heart has always been in the right place (as I ...
Transforming your reality begins with a deceptively simple shift: being intentional about where you source your information and advice. We often default to whatever resources are most readily available – Facebook groups, friends, or family – without questioning if these sources actually align with our desires. This creates a self-reinforcing cycle where limiting beliefs get strengthened rather than challenged. Consider what happens when a woman seeking a natural birth asks about pain ...
Have you ever felt the call to burn your business to the ground and start fresh, even when everything seemed to be working? That terrifying space where you know something needs to change but have no idea what will replace it? Welcome to what I call "the void" – and my recent 18-month journey through it transformed everything. Two years ago, I discovered I was pregnant with my third child just as my coaching business was finally hitting its stride. I had the clients, the masterminds, the grou...
Have you ever worked so hard on healing a pattern only to find yourself right back in it? That moment of realization can bring crushing guilt—especially when you're in a leadership or healing role yourself. You know better, so why are you here again? The truth is that none of us are immune to our patterns. Even with all the consciousness work, therapy, and personal development in the world, we remain beautifully human. And humans have patterns. What truly matters isn't how perfectly we avoid...
Tired of the endless launch cycle that keeps you chained to your business? Ready to build income that continues growing even when you step away? This raw and honest conversation dives deep into what true financial sovereignty looks like for entrepreneurs, especially those with families and multiple responsibilities. When I became pregnant with my third child, I faced a harsh reality: my coaching business model wasn't sustainable with my changing capacity. Despite having multiple offers, I re...
Freedom shouldn't be a privilege reserved for a select few mothers who have mastered the impossible juggling act. Yet, after five years in the online coaching industry, I've witnessed countless women trapped in an exhausting cycle of almost-success followed by family-mandated setbacks. The hard truth? Putting all your eggs in the coaching basket creates a business that collapses when your family needs you most. As mothers, we're constantly pulled in multiple directions – managing homes, cari...
What if there was a way to create residual income that didn't force you to compromise your integrity or constantly hustle? After turning down dozens of network marketing opportunities over the years, I finally found one that resonated with my soul mission and ethical standards. The Sovereign Wealth Blueprint stands apart from traditional MLM structures in ways that matter deeply. With just a $10 monthly membership fee and no minimum purchase requirements to earn commissions, it eliminates th...
Have you ever put off something important because you felt you weren't "enough" yet? That's exactly where I was before launching this podcast—drowning in social media's superficiality, yearning for deeper connection, yet paralyzed by feelings of inadequacy and tech overwhelm. Who would listen to me? What made my voice special? These questions kept me stuck until I finally took the leap. Now, 100 episodes later, I'm reflecting on this beautifully imperfect journey. There have been seasons of ...
Balancing tradition and ambition often feels impossible in today's world, where we're constantly told we must choose between career and family. My journey through this seemingly contradictory landscape revealed a truth I never expected to find: embracing my role as a traditional wife didn't mean abandoning my purpose and drive—it meant redefining them. When I first stepped away from corporate life to be home with my children, I carried the hustle mentality with me, believing I needed to "ret...
Ever felt caught between worlds when planning your birth? Desiring the empowerment of a sovereign experience while still clinging to medical oversight "just in case"? This raw, unfiltered conversation dives deep into the fundamental contradiction many pregnant women face—and why straddling both paradigms often leads to the very interventions and trauma they hope to avoid. Drawing from personal experience and countless conversations with new mothers, I explore how the medical system's approac...
Raising children in today's hyper-connected world presents challenges previous generations never faced. How do we balance providing our kids access to necessary technology while protecting their developing minds from digital dependence? My family's journey began with a strong intuitive resistance to touchscreen technology when my oldest was just a baby. I wanted his neural framework developing through interaction with physical toys and nature rather than swiping screens. For years this conse...
The great debate between traditional and modern roles for women often misses the heart of what truly matters – a woman's freedom to choose her own path. Drawing from my unexpected personal journey, I share how I transformed from a staunch feminist with corporate ambitions to embracing elements of the "trad wife" lifestyle without sacrificing my strength or voice. My story begins in business school, determined to climb the corporate ladder and fiercely protective of my independence. I once vi...
True power lies in knowing when to surrender the timeline. After three years of creating my oracle deck—a journey filled with delays, doubts, and pivotal redirections—I've discovered the profound wisdom in letting divine timing lead the way. What started as the "Quantum Priestess Oracle" in late 2022 transformed into the "Seeds of Light Oracle Deck," evolving far beyond my initial vision. The manuscript sat incomplete while I wrestled with perfectionism. My fears of inadequacy caused procras...
This episode explores my own internal conflict of whether to homeschool my child, highlighting the challenges of traditional schooling and the quest for personal alignment in parenting. Through vulnerable storytelling and community engagement, the importance of prioritizing children's happiness and well-being is contemplated. • Reflecting on my daughter’s struggles in a traditional school setting • Questioning societal expectations surrounding education • Balancing personal time ...
This episode delves into the intricate relationship between faith, spirituality, and personal awakening. Danielle shares her journey of questioning organized religion, exploring biblical texts, and honoring the role of intuition, while affirming that it’s acceptable to seek one's own truth amidst the complexities of belief. • Reflects on early experiences with Catholicism • Discusses the disconnection from organized religion • Explores spiritual awakening and alternative beliefs&...
Have you ever wondered how personal trauma can shape one's psychic abilities? Join us as we sit down with the compassionate and ethical psychic medium, Becky Dotson, who shares her remarkable journey of embracing her gifts. From experiencing supernatural phenomena as a child to the pivotal moment a difficult breakup revealed her true potential, Becky's story is one of resilience, mentorship, and transformation. Together, we uncover how she bridges the spiritual and physical realms to offer he...
What if you could reclaim your personal sovereignty and transform the way you perceive trauma and mental health? Join me, Danielle Venables, as I have a heartfelt conversation with Ariel Balfour, the Viking Queen and Reclamation Warrior. Ariel shares her compelling journey of overcoming the constraints of mental and physical health labels, moving beyond diagnoses like ADHD and bipolar disorder. With a unique blend of traditional therapeutic methods and “witchy woo-woo” techniques, Ariel unvei...