What happens when a devoted pastor of 20 years suddenly questions everything he's preached? Aaron Tomlinson's journey from Christianity to authentic spirituality offers a roadmap for anyone navigating the confusing terrain of religious deconstruction. In our conversation, he courageously unpacks how the doctrine of original sin creates harmful distrust of our bodies and intuition, while explaining how biblical texts about sexuality have been weaponized far beyond their original contex...
Monica Rodgers joins the Halfway to Dead podcast to shatter the "trance of unworthiness" that keeps women from embracing their full power. A catalyst for awakening women, Monica shares how her own dark night of the soul at age 39 transformed her life, pushing her to question everything she'd been conditioned to believe about success, spirituality, and her own worth. The conversation explores how patriarchal conditioning creates what Monica calls "death by a thousand tiny paper cuts" – subtle...
Terry Tateossian's journey from struggling with emotional eating to shedding 80 pounds in her forties isn't just inspiring—it's a blueprint for anyone feeling defeated by midlife health challenges. The former immigrant who once found herself 80 pounds overweight and still wearing pregnancy clothes at age 37 now helps women reclaim their vitality through evidence-based approaches to nutrition and fitness. The conversation takes a surprising turn when Terry challenges our most common excuse: "...
Have you ever yearned for a place where spiritual connection isn't just accepted—it's the very foundation of the community? Tucked away on the shores of Cassadaga Lake in Western New York sits Lily Dale, America's oldest continuously operating spiritualist community and quite possibly the most energy-rich small town you'll ever experience. In this deeply personal episode, I take you with me through my recent three-day journey to this remarkable spiritual haven. The moment you pass through Li...
When was the last time you truly celebrated your birthday? Not just with cake and presents, but with a deep recognition of its spiritual significance? In this enlightening conversation, I sit down with Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming, birthday coach and author of "How to Have a Happy Birthday," who reveals why our birthdays are far more than just annual milestones—they're powerful spiritual portals. Tamar explains that our birthday represents the sacred marriage between our soul and physical body—the ...
Barbara is back!!! Have you ever felt that your spiritual journey doesn't fit neatly into the boxes others have created? You're not alone. In this deeply moving conversation, Barbara Burgess takes us on a breathtaking tour through decades of spiritual exploration, from her rigid Catholic upbringing to her transformative experiences at sacred sites across the globe. Barbara's story begins with childhood questions about divine appearances and evolves through college encounters that shattered h...
What happens when a devoted Christian missionary who graduated from Moody Bible Institute discovers tools that transform his understanding of mind, belief, and spirituality? In this captivating conversation, Daryl Carlson shares his remarkable journey from religious devotion to spiritual liberation through neuro-semantic NLP. Daryl's story begins with a childhood commitment to Christianity that led him to missionary work spanning 15 years. Despite his dedication and service, he found himself...
1 Year Anniversary Episode...PART 2 We explore the fascinating world of connecting with spirit and discovering our authentic selves through conversations with spiritual experts. This episode compiles wisdom from mediums, angel channels, and soul guides who reveal how developing intuition and embracing our spiritual gifts can transform our lives. • Heather Daniel explains spirit guides, angels, and the concept of oneness • Evidence-based medium Laura Marie provides proof that consciousness co...
1 Year Anniversary Episode...PART 1 We're celebrating one year of the Halfway to Dead podcast with a look back at the profound conversations and insights that have emerged from our exploration of a midlife spiritual awakening. From healing modalities to physical wellness approaches, we've covered significant ground together while building a community across 76 countries. • Doing the work is non-negotiable on a spiritual journey, requiring honest confrontation of past traumas • Various therap...
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Eavesdrop in on Jen's Natal Chart Reading with Tara Redfield!!! Tara Redfield is a certified modern astrologer and founder of Another Day Greener Astrology and co-host of the highly rated astrology podcast It’s a Sign! The Art of Alignment. She is also the author of the e-Book, The Best Time of Year for Your Career: How to Work with Astrology for Optimal Results. Based in Central Oregon, her clients live worldwide and range from high-profile entertainers to business owners, counselors, and au...
Check out your Natal chart at Astro.com Have you ever wondered why midlife brings such dramatic shifts and transformations? The answer might be written in the stars. Modern astrologer Tara Redfield takes us far beyond basic sun signs to reveal how our natal charts—cosmic snapshots captured at our precise birth moments—contain profound insights about our life's journey. This celestial blueprint wasn't randomly assigned but deliberately chosen by your soul to guide your path through this...
Our midlife spiritual journey often calls us to explore beyond conventional healing methods. When therapy plateaus and we're still carrying emotional weight, what other paths might open doorways to deeper healing? Angela DeCraene joins us to illuminate the therapeutic potential of psilocybin journeys. As a psychotherapist completing her doctorate in integral and transpersonal psychology, Angela bridges ancient wisdom with modern science in her approach to healing. Having walked her own path ...
Eavesdrop in on Jen's Soul Reading with Tammi Janel!!! Tammi Janel is an animal communicator, intuitive healer & entrepreneur totally obsessed with inspiring you to connect deeply with our animal companions, the land we walk on & our own Soul's journey for a rich and fulfilling life. Dedicated to helping you transform your connection to Soulful relationships with yourself, your animals, & your land! Tammi has been working in the healing arts for over 30 years and has a profo...
Tammi Janel takes us on a profound exploration of soul healing through plant medicine and intuitive guidance in this revealing conversation about midlife transformation. When faced with a serious medical diagnosis, Tammi didn't just seek physical treatment—she wanted to understand the energetic roots behind her tumor. This quest led her to psychedelic-assisted therapy, specifically psilocybin, which helped her access suppressed childhood trauma she'd carried for decades. Unlike recreational u...
Eavesdrop in on more of my convo with Beth!!! Beth Rockert is a CYT-200 yoga instructor, PMP-certified professional, and co-founder of The Om Well Collective Yoga and Wellness Center in Kankakee, IL. With 37 years of experience in Corporate America, Beth understands firsthand the stresses of professional life and is passionate about helping others find balance through yoga. She loves working with those new to yoga practice, offering variations to every pose so each practitioner can find...
What happens when the religious framework you've known your entire life no longer feels true? Beth Rockert, raised as a pastor's kid in a strict evangelical Christian household, courageously shares her spiritual coming-out story and the winding path that led her to a more authentic relationship with the divine. Beth's journey began unexpectedly through physical healing. After suffering running injuries in her 40s, she reluctantly tried yoga, discovering not just physical relief but a doorway...
Cannabis might not be what immediately comes to mind when thinking about solutions for menopause symptoms, but this powerful plant is proving to be exactly what millions of midlife women need. With one in four women already turning to it for relief, cannabis offers natural alternatives to pharmaceutical options that often come with unwanted side effects. In this eye-opening conversation with Ellen Scanlon, host of the "How to Do the Pot" podcast, we explore the science behind why cannabis wo...
Are you caught in a cycle of endless hustle, feeling disconnected from yourself and struggling to remember why you started your business in the first place? You're not alone. The burnout epidemic is hitting midlife women particularly hard, but energy expert Cindy "Cin" Meckler offers a revolutionary approach to breaking free. In this transformative conversation, Cin shares her personal journey from medication-dependent burnout to becoming a multidimensional energetics expert who helps women ...
When a podcast interview goes terribly wrong, it becomes the perfect opportunity to get crystal clear about what truly matters on our spiritual journey. In this unexpected solo episode, I share the raw, real experience of having to stop an interview and dismiss a guest who revealed deeply problematic views that conflicted with everything my podcast stands for. This challenging moment prompted me to pull back the curtain on my own spiritual evolution – from growing up between two different Ch...
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