In this episode Ariel talks about a video on TikTok posted by NoNonsenseSpirituality, in which they talked about why they are an atheist after realizing that particular societies resulted in particular beliefs and gods. In turn, Ariel talks about how that can also be translated into how we approach our own beliefs in terms of witchcraft and spiritual practice. 01:07 - intro into topic04:46 - what is witchcraft?10:41 - why is it important?13:08 - journal/thought prompts14:44 - Question 1: “What experiences come to mind when you ask yourself the question of “what experiences made you who you are today?”(I encourage you to have 1-3 experiences listed that either changed your view of the world, your view/belief of yourself, and/or changed your belief(s) in general)15:14 - Question 2:“If you could only use one or two words to explain what emotion(s) you were left with after each experience, what would that/those emotions be?”15:28 - Question 3:“What actions do you feel helped you manage or process the emotions you were left with after those experiences?”15:40 - Question 4: “In a few sentences, describe what your current belief(s) is/are.”15:48 - Question 5: “Do you believe in A god, multiple gods, no gods or that you are your own god and/or authority over yourself?”16:01 - Question 6: “If you believe in a god or gods, do you believe that they control and/or have the ability to change what happens to you or that they are only there for support and/or guidance?”16:16 - Question 7: “Do you feel that you have morals outside of the guidelines of those gods or do you feel comfortable with self-direction in terms of your morals?”16:28 - Question 8: “If there were no consequences to your actions spiritually, eternally or societally, how would or wouldn’t that change your approach to life?”16:42 - Question 9: “When looking at your answer to question 8, how does that make you feel about yourself in terms of your morals, belief(s) and your view of yourself?”16:55 - Question 10: “How do you think the experiences that you have had in your life, shaped the approach you mentioned in question 8?”17:07 - ending notesLearn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes!Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/Book with Ariel, explore the Patreon and find the Discord here: https://arielwillow.com/links
This episode is also in video format! If you are unable to watch video podcasts on your platform, Ariel has also uploaded the episode to her YouTube. Video format is captioned to help with parts of the audio which unfortunately cut out occasionally during recording.In this episode Ariel, along with her guest Hannah Kuhary of Divine Sky Mystic, chat about all 12 western zodiac signs and the common misconceptions around each of them. 00:58 - Introducing Hannah03:36 - Sun signs and the pop-astrology assumptions05:26 - Aries13:20 - Taurus27:01 - Gemini34:58 - Cancer44:07 - Leo54:24 - Virgo01:04:16 - Libra01:13:03 - Scorpio01:22:51 - Sagittarius01:29:27 - Capricorn01:39:59 - Aquarius01:52:51 - Pisces02:11:19 - Where to find Hannah/OutroFind Hannah at:https://www.DivineSkyMystic.com/Check out Ariel’s Patreon:https://patreon.com/ArielwillowLearn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes!Official Ghost Tea Merch:https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.comClick here for my Amazon Recommendations(Ariel may earn commission from items purchased via Amazon links listed.)
This episode discusses EMDR; a technique to be used under the care of a trained mental health professional. Within the episode there is mention of suicidal ideation, dissociative identity disorder, psychosis and other mental health related topics. If you feel any of these subjects may be triggering for you, please skip this episode. If you or a loved one is struggling, there is help. Call or text 988 in the USA for the crisis hotline, or connect to those who can help by calling your local emergency or non-emergency number. Click here for free crisis chats. This episode is also in video format! If you are unable to watch video podcasts on your platform, Ariel has also uploaded the episode to her YouTube. In the first episode of season 5, Ariel and her guest, Chris Lombardo LPCC, CADC1 talk about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR. Note: due to sound issues, there are audio pops in this recording that I was unable to edit out. 02:02 - Introducing Chris 03:45 - What is EMDR? 05:25 - Who is a good fit for EMDR? 11:10 - Varying experiences within EMDR sessions 18:38 - Can you use EMDR specifically for spiritual use? 25:15 - Connecting with passed loved ones in EMDR sessions 32:44 - Cautions for EMDR and questions to ask prior to starting Book mentioned: Getting Past Your Past by Francine Shapiro (available on Amazon in physical print, Kindle, and audiobook and Spotify for premium members) EMDR Institute website (for resources and finding EMDR trained therapists): https://www.emdria.org/learning-provider/emdr-institute/ Find Chris at: https://www.chironscaveholistic.com/ Check out Ariel’s Patreon: https://patreon.com/Arielwillow Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Click here for my Amazon Recommendations (Ariel may earn commission from items purchased via Amazon links listed.)
Content Warning: This episode may be triggering for those who are prone to addiction as it discusses the topic of self harm in addition the topic of using alcohol, marijuana, mushrooms and other substances within spiritual practice. These substances may be illegal in your country or state and/or can be dangerous to use. We encourage everyone to use discretion when exploring usage within your practice and to follow laws within your state/region. We do not condone or encourage the abuse of any substances nor condone the use of illegal substances. If you or a loved one is struggling with substance abuse, there is help. Call or text 988 in the USA for the crisis hotline, or connect to those who can help by calling your local emergency or non-emergency number. Click here for free crisis chats. Due to the content and subject of this episode, it is not available on YouTube. In the last public episode of 2024, Ariel and her guest, Samantha Rose Hicks, talk about their experiences- good and bad, with substances and how they’ve learned how to use them in moderation to help in their practices and journeys and share how they caused issues as well. 01:04 - Introducing Samantha 03:31 - Ariel and Samantha’s substance use in the past and why they used them 11:05 - When Ariel started finding balance 17:16 - When Samantha started finding balance 19:25 - Usage within their practices 38:19 - Last notes/wrap-up Support the Sappony people here: https://www.sappony.org/ Find the Holy Basil tea that Ariel uses here.*Find the Holy Basil supplements Ariel has used here.* Find Samantha at: https://www.samantharosehicks.com/ Or on her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/samantharosetarot/ Check out Ariel’s Patreon: https://patreon.com/Arielwillow Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Click here for my Amazon Recommendations* (*Ariel gets commission from items purchased via her Amazon store and the links to the Holy Basil tea and supplement.)
Listener discretion is advised: None of the advice in this episode is to be used as a replacement for help, guidance or medication provided by licensed medical or mental health professionals. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of harming yourself or others, voices that are encouraging detrimental behavior or beliefs of being attacked that are causing distress, please call your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency care center. I encourage you to listen to episode 38 of Ghost Tea Podcast to better understand psychosis and/or how to help those who may be experiencing psychosis. This episode is also in video format! If you are unable to watch video podcasts on your platform, Ariel has also uploaded the episode to her YouTube. In this episode, Ariel talks about approaching spiritual experiences with curiosity rather than fear and goes over some ways to banish energies around you or in your space that may be causing distress. 01:16 - What is banishing? 01:34 - Protection vs. banishing 05:52 - Is it scary or dangerous or just unfamiliar? 09:03 - Approaching interactions with spirit with curiosity 16:43 - Some banishing techniques Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Click here for my Amazon Recommendations
CW: talk of European witch trials (and some details of the torture carried out), death, abuse, miscarriages. This episode is also in video format! If you are unable to watch video podcasts on your platform, Ariel has also uploaded the episode to her YouTube. In this episode, Ariel reads a natal chart provided by her friend Sera, of a historical figure that she doesn’t know about. Ariel reads the chart and then Sera provides information about that historical figure and how it aligns or doesn’t, with Ariel’s astrological analysis. 1:18 - Ariel’s chart analysis 18:16 - Historical figure reveal and information of the figure from Sera 38:53 - learning your own chart when looking at others Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Click here for my Amazon Recommendations
In this episode, Ariel provides some tips and suggestions on how to connect with passed loved ones (including pets/animals). 01:32 - Common occurrences after a loved one passes and what if the loved one is exhibiting distress in dreams and/or in perceived activity? 13:12 - Connecting with passed loved ones and pets 15:05 - Dreams 17:50 - Meditation 22:05 - Divination 37:28 - Asking for signs 44:38 - Do I need to set up protection prior to connecting? 51:31 - What if I don’t get a response? Click here for my Amazon Recommendations Where I’ve bought some of my investigative tools: www.GhostStop.com Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
CW: talk of weapons, talk of anxiety and mental health In this episode, Ariel talks about the difference between instinct, intuition and anxiety and gives some tips that help her tell the difference in her own life. 01:01 - the definitions of instinct, intuition and anxiety 02:05 - how I found ways to identify the difference for me 09:15 - tips I have for telling the difference for yourself Book recommendation: Psychic Witch by Mat Auryn Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
CW: Some of this episode’s subject matter may not be suitable for those under the age of 18. Sexual wording is used and topics such as sexual abuse are discussed. This episode may be triggering to those with religious or sexual trauma. Please listen with discretion. If you or someone you know needs someone to talk to, there’s a link to a google document of free mental health resources and hotlines in the description of this episode. In this episode, Ariel and Travis talk about the start of their journey’s in deconstructing from the Christian religion. 01:52 - What is “deconstruction” within spirituality? 03:00 - Were you “born into” Christianity or did you join by choice? 06:14 - Did you solidify your beliefs? (e.g. get baptized, “saved”, etc.) and what denominations did we worship under? 16:55 - The first moments we started questioning 23:07 - What was the “I’m done.” moment? 34:50 - Listener submitted question and feedback 41:20 - What advice we would give to someone questioning their faith Podcast Suggestion: Data Over Dogma by Dan McClellan Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Click here for the free mental health chats/hotlines
CW: This episode mentions the following: suicidal ideation at the 12 minute mark. Young and/or seemingly healthy people passing unexpectedly at the 13:30 minute mark. In this episode, I wanted to talk about the saying, “know thyself; know thy power” and what that means to me in life and practice and how applying that idea has improved my life and practice. 1:24 - Where does the saying originate from? 4:12 - How to start the journey of knowing yourself 10:50 - Beliefs I had that have changed for me Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
CW: This episode has discussion that includes talk of masturbation and other topics that may be inappropriate for those under 18. These topics start being discussed after the 34 minute mark. Please listen with discretion. In this episode, Ariel talks about calling back your energy, cord removal and revitalizing what was drained! 2:12 - What are energetic cords? 6:03 - Some symptoms of a cord that needs to be removed 12:24 - General cord removal 21:00 - Specific cord removal 34:16 - Recalling your energy Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Book with Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
In this episode, Ariel talks about dreams and how she interprets her own and uses them within practice to gather messages from passed loved ones and/or beings! 0:11 - What are dreams? 3:24 - Dream interpretation 17:03 - Utilizing dreams in your spiritual practice Site mentioned in episode: https://www.dreammoods.com/dreamdictionary/ Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://arielwillowmerch.creator-spring.com/ Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
Welcome to season 4 of Ghost Tea Podcast! In this episode, we're sharing a bittersweet but important update. Learn more about Ghost Tea on www.GhostTeaPodcast.com and consider subscribing to Ariel's Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast to have access to exclusive episodes via https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ghostteapodcast/subscribe Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
For December's episode, Alyssa answers some listener submitted questions! Episode marked as explicit due to swearing. Learn more about us on www.GhostTeaPodcast.com and consider subscribing to Ariel's Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast to have access to exclusive episodes via https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ghostteapodcast/subscribe Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
In this episode, Alyssa and Ariel discuss ancestor veneration and ways to honor them in your practice! (chronologically listed) we discuss the following: 04:12 - What is the definition of “ancestor” and what it can be like to venerate them 22:48 - Generational trauma and decolonization while working with ancestors 29:17 - How to get started with ancestor veneration 39:05 - What is an “ancestor” to you? Learn more about us on www.GhostTeaPodcast.com and consider subscribing to Ariel's Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast to have access to exclusive episodes via https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ghostteapodcast/subscribe Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
For October’s episode, Ariel answers some listener submitted questions! Episode marked as explicit due to swearing. (chronologically listed) I answer and discuss the following questions: 2:00 - Do higher energetic beings choose to endure forms of suffering in order to learn lessons like human souls do? - Jiovanna 6:00 - How to let go of the rage you used in the past for survival? - Jiovanna 13:29 - When we pass, will we be able to meet famous people on your side how they were in our lifetime? Obviously they're going to reincarnate, but can I meet like Princess Diana as she was when I was alive? And will I still have the desire to meet those certain people? - Jess 15:13 - Would we have all the answers? Like, would we know who shot JFK? Would we just have all of that information or do we have to access it somehow? - Jess 16:03 - Haunted Dolls- are they a thing? 19:52 - Astral realm 21:54 - Angel magic 29:11 - Astrological transits and misconceptions Learn more about us on www.GhostTeaPodcast.com and consider subscribing to Ariel's Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast to have access to exclusive episodes https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ghostteapodcast/subscribe Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
CW: This episode has discussion that includes talk of death, mention of murder, and other things related to experiences that happen when interacting with the dead and paranormally active locations. In this fun spooky season episode, we share what it's like to paranormal investigate, experiences that we've had and how we approach our paranormal investigations and experiences! Mentioned website: https://www.ghoststop.com/ Learn more about us on www.GhostTeaPodcast.com and consider subscribing to Ghost Tea podcast to have access to exclusive episodes via https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ghostteapodcast/subscribe Official Ghost Tea Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/ghost-tea-merch/ Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
CW: This episode discusses topics of suicide, mental health and other heavy topics and may be triggering for some. Please listen with discretion. If you or a loved one are in crisis, please call your local emergency number or utilize the free resources here: https://www.chironscaveholistic.com/about/crisis If you are needing someone to talk to but do not feel as though you are in crisis, you can find additional resources here: https://rb.gy/aom4j Ariel, Alyssa and their guest, Chris Lombardo, LPC, PCMHC, CADC, CEOLD of Chiron’s Cave Holistic discuss psychosis and the pop-term used commonly on TikTok, “Spiritual Psychosis”. (chronologically listed) We talk about the following: 04:15 - What is psychosis and “spiritual psychosis” 10:54 - Signs that you or someone else may be experiencing psychosis 22:25 - Is experiencing spiritual experiences with others considered “group psychosis”? 25:33 - Tips for psychosis self check-in 37:04 - Treatment when you’re already being treated 39:22 - The difference between a counsellor, therapist and psychologist 44:52 - Common misconceptions around psychosis 57:28 - The fundamental differences between psychosis and Dissociative Identity Disorder 1:00:40 - Are there levels to psychosis (e.g. mild to severe psychosis)? 1:01:44 - Is dissociation categorized as a form of psychosis or is that a separate disorder? 1:03:26 - How can those around someone who may be experiencing psychosis be helpful and/or supportive? 1:11:27 - Non medicated treatment options for those experiencing mental health crisis or struggles 1:20:37 - What is something you wish more people were aware of around psychosis in general? Learn more about the podcast on www.Ghostteapodcast.com and consider subscribing to Patreon or Ghost Tea podcast on Spotify to have access to exclusive episodes! Find Chris at www.chironscaveholistic.com Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com
CW: This episode may be triggering to those sensitive or with experience regarding spiritual and/or religious abuse and manipulation as well as cult manipulation tactics and brief mention of killing/suicide in relation to radical beliefs. Please listen with discretion. Ariel, Alyssa and their guest, Becca of The Mystics Lounge, discuss toxic spirituality and ethics that are important to look for in readers and coaches. We apologize in advance for the sound- we were having some technical difficulties! (chronologically listed) We talk about the following: 4:14 - Spiritual superiority 14:20 - Spiritual by-passing 24:39 - Gaslighting and spiritual manipulation 36:20 - Materialistic and consumeristic approaches to spirituality 48:20 - Exclusionary and discriminatory practices 56:15 - Excessive control 57:08 - Lack of accountability 57:58 - Exploitative practices 58:56 - Isolation and alienation 1:01:05 - Lack of boundaries 1:02:50 - Excessive pressure or guilt 1:03:52 - Intolerance and judgement 1:05:33 - Lack of transparency 1:07:20 - Ethics within spirituality Do you have any questions for us? Submit it via the “Ghost Tea Podcast” channel in The Covenstead Discord server or contact us through www.GhostTeaPodcast.com Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Find Becca at www.TheMysticsLounge.com
Trigger and content warning. Discretion is advised. Alyssa and Ariel heavily discuss things related to death work and witchery; this includes topics such as animal deaths and heavy topics. If you have a phobia of death or are sensitive to the topic, please skip this episode or proceed at your own pace. A follow-up episode to 27. Death Witchery, Ariel and Alyssa dive even deeper into the subject and share their own experiences within their death work and witchery as well as share helpful information for those feeling drawn to it themselves. (chronologically listed) We talk about the following: 4:37 - What is death witchery (a summary) 6:18 - The different types of practices within death witchery 11:38 - How has death witchery changed your view of death or transformation? 22:21 - How does death work and rituals differ between human and animal spirits? 37:18 - Is death witchery something you need to be initiated into or something you can just continue to do on my own? 40:30 - What we recommend having in place if you choose to pursue death witchery Do you have any questions for us? Submit it via the “Ghost Tea Podcast” channel in The Covenstead Discord server or contact us through www.GhostTeaPodcast.com Find Alyssa at www.LaurusaMystic.com Find Ariel at www.ArielWillow.com Free Death course from Yale: https://oyc.yale.edu/death/phil-176