Lucid Cafe

To kick off Season 7, I asked my friend Linda River Valente if - given the nature of these “interesting” times - she’d be willing to come back on the show and give us a taste of what we can expect in the coming months through the lens of astrology, as well as how to best navigate the challenges that she sees coming.  Linda offers her clients a lifetime of collected, eclectic wisdom through her work as a seasoned astrologer, witch, holistic sexuality educator, tarot visionary, magic maker, and Burlesque producer and performer. In this episode Linda and Wendy discuss:The astrological forecast for the end of 2024 and the first half of 2025How we can reframe this time in a more relational, collaborative wayThe significance of the outer planetsDifferent ways to interpret the astrologyWendy’s 2008 visionary experiencePluto’s impact on cultureWhat these transitions are inviting us to examine, return to, evolve intoThe experience and qualities of timeThe impact of Mars retrograde (12/6/24-2/23/25)Suggestions regarding how to take advantage of this period of time and take care of your nervous systemLearn more about LindaWant a regular dose of Linda's magic? check out her patreon ________BECOME YOUR OWN SHAMAN Introductory Online Course Visit Wendy’s website to learn more about the the Harmonic Egg®“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode I speak with the very fun and engaging Samantha Bennett about how to tap into and explore the things that bring you joy in a way that’s reasonable and not at all intimidating. We discuss her latest book The 15-Minute Method: The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Done, which isn’t just about productivity hacks or working more efficiently. Instead, it asks us to adjust our outlook and realize an important truth: we don’t achieve more simply by doing more — we achieve more by doing more of the things that matter.Sam is a writer, speaker, actor, teacher, and creativity-productivity specialist and author of the bestselling, Get It Done: From Procrastination to Creative Genius in 15 Minutes a Day, which Seth Godin described as “An instant classic, essential reading for anyone who wants to make a ruckus.”This bestseller was followed by, Start Right Where You Are: How Little Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Overwhelmed Procrastinators, Frustrated Overachievers and Recovering Perfectionists. She is the founder of TheRealSamBennett.com, a company committed to helping overwhelmed creatives and frustrated over-achievers get unstuck, so you can prioritize, focus and move forward on the goals that matter to you.She is also a wildly popular course instructor on LinkedIn Learning with over a half-million participants and an average of 4.8 stars in a range of courses including, Time Management for Busy People, How to Stop Wasting Time in Meetings, Embracing Times of Uncertainty, and How to Write Emails People Will Actually Read. In this episode Sam discusses:Our unhealthy relationships with time and moneyValue-driven motivationsWhere are you focusing your energy?What matters to you and are you prioritizing it?The 15-minute a day pledgeHer idea of incorporating the pledge into the corporate worldBusiness before pleasure?Zone of geniusRegretWhere does confidence come from?DisciplineHow to manage when you're experiencing difficult life circumstancesSam’s website  ________Sign up for Wendy’s newsletter (scroll to the bottom) to find out when the "Become Your Own Shaman" Intro online course will launch “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic  Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

What exactly is a Druid and what do they do? In this episode and in her new book Celtic Druidry: Rituals, Techniques, and Magical Practices, my guest Ellen Evert Hopman unravels some of the mysterious lore surrounding Druidism and shares how our contemporary understanding of this ancient practice is not really complete. Ellen Evert Hopman is the author of a number of books and has been a teacher of Herbalism since 1983 and of Druidism since 1990. She is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild and has presented on Druidism, herbal lore, tree lore, Paganism and magic at conferences, festivals, and events in Northern Ireland, Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and in the United States.In this episode, Ellen discusses:What a Druid is and what it’s notHer practice as a Celtic Reconstructionist DruidDruidism throughout historyThe Druid’s role in ancient societyThe striking similarities between East Indian and Celtic cultures and religious practicesCeltic ritual and ceremonyThe importance of magicDruids and shamanismWhat it means to truly be a DruidThe Tribe of the Oak Druid training programHow ancient Druids used restorative justice Ellen Evert Hopman’s website The Tribe of the Oak Druid training program________Sign up for Wendy’s newsletter (scroll to the bottom)Visit Wendy’s website to learn more about the the Harmonic Egg® / Ellipse® “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic  Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Can working with Sacred Geometry help you unlock the secrets to your spiritual evolution? Gail and Gregory Hoag have been studying and working with Sacred Geometry for decades and in this episode highlight what they’ve learned and the tools they’ve created to help your personal evolutionary journey. We also discuss their new book Sacred Geometry: The Universal Language of Divine Alignment. The Hoags, revered leaders, speakers and teachers, are revealing how the universal patterns displayed in sacred geometry play a foundational role in the evolution of consciousness. There is magic in how they met, in how they brought their individual gifts and wisdom to a marriage that advanced this knowledge into the world. They have dedicated their lives to making Sacred Geometry accessible to all. And to using their knowledge to inspire a more peaceful, harmonic world.In this episode, Gail and Gregory discuss:What Sacred Geometry isHow Sacred Geometry can expand your sense of self and connectionResonance and relationship within the universeConsciousness and geometryWays Sacred Geometry can enhance your lifeSacred Geometric toolsThe Hoags offeringsGail and Gregory’s website Access the first chapter of their book ________Sign up for Wendy’s newsletter (scroll to the bottom) “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube   ★ Support this podcast ★

In 2016 Gail Lynn invented the Harmonic Egg®, a large wooden sacred geometric chamber that uses sound and light therapy with a resonant frequency to move and/or re-route blocked energy. In this episode we discuss the Harmonic Egg® - its design, how it works and the experience, as well as Gail’s book Unlocking the Ancient Secrets to Healing: Why science is looking to the past for the future of medicine.Gail is a renowned visionary, inventor and pioneer in the realm of frequency healing, celebrated for her ground-breaking creation, the Harmonic Egg®. Since then she went on to also create the Ellipse® and the LiFTTM. These innovative sound and light frequency chambers, designed with the aim of fostering holistic healing and wellness, stands as a testament to Gail’s visionary approach to promoting mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. In this episode, Gail discusses:How challenges in her life led her to take her power backHer journey from energy therapy practitioner to inventorThe design of the Harmonic Egg® / Ellipse®How different musical instruments impact different organs and systems in the bodyThe mysterious intelligence of sacred geometryThe uptick in frequency-based healing modalitiesHow Harmonic Egg® / Ellipse® sessions workOur culture’s desire for quick fixesHow sessions can help you better manifest your reality The frequency of emotionsUpcoming documentaryLearn more about Gail and Harmonic Egg® products/locations ________Visit Wendy’s website to learn more about the Harmonic Egg® / Ellipse® “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube   ★ Support this podcast ★

Developing your intuition can streamline your life and make it feel more magical. In this episode,  I speak with Kim Chestney about her latest book The Illumination Code: 7 Keys to Unlock Your Quantum Intelligence, which looks at intuition through the lens of quantum physics. We take some deep dives into fun and intriguing territory in this conversation.Kim Chestney is the author of The Illumination Code, Radical Intuition, and The Psychic Workshop. As the founder of IntuitionLab and the CREATE! Festival, her work raises awareness about the importance of insight in the evolution of individual and world consciousness. Working for nearly twenty years in the tech sector, Chestney has led initiatives with some of the top thought leaders, technology companies, and universities in the world.In this episode, Kim discusses:Her journey to understand how intuition worksIntuition and the quantum realmNon-localityHow our cultural worldviews and lifestyles can be a barrier to accessing our intuitionFinding balance between intellect and intuitionThe genius of intuitionThe first key to unlocking your intuitionOpening the door to the impossibleEntanglementRemote viewingThe Akashic recordsThe illusion of timeConsciousnessManifestationDiscerning true intuitive guidance IntuitionLab and course offeringsKim’s website IntuitionLab website ________“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic  Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Meredith Heller invites us to write as a path toward self-understanding and as a lifelong refuge of unwavering friendship with yourself. Meredith used the power of writing to heal and save her own life and in her latest book Writing By Heart she encourages us to do the same. I can’t imagine how anyone reading her book or listening to this episode would not feel moved to pick up a pen and start writing. Her no frills, rule breaking and creative approach to writing makes a process that’s typically daunting super accessible.Meredith is a poet, author, singer/songwriter, nature lover, and educator. Her passion is empowering women to believe in themselves, trust their creative instincts, cultivate their curiosity, tap their wild wisdom, speak their truth, and ignite their hearts.In this episode, Meredith discusses:How writing became a lifeline in her early lifeWriting poetry as a way to heal and express yourselfHer use of the word “poetry” as an umbrella termHow to make writing a practice to learn, discover, and access authenticityHow her book is an invitation to exploreThe way her relationship with her emotions developed and evolved because of writingLiving a “synchromystic” lifeGetting to know your body through writingThe influence of shamanic practiceExperimenting with different means for getting the words out of youMeredith’s website________Learn more about the Harmonic EllipseSign up for the Lucid Path newsletter“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube ★ Support this podcast ★

After an accident left Brandy Gillmore gravely disabled, she went from working in network engineering and operations to becoming the #1 rapid results healing expert. In this episode Brandy shares her relentless quest to discover how to completely heal herself and how she uses what she learned to help others heal.In this episode, Brandy discusses:How living with untreatable chronic pain led her to explore alternativesThe power of our mindsBiophotons and healingWhat she discovered on her journey to healingThe influence of emotions and outlookLooking for patterns of thoughts and feelingsWhat prevents someone from healingBrandy’s website: https://brandygillmore.com/________“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path Boutiquehttps://www.etsy.com/shop/LucidPathLucid Cafe episodes by topic: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/lucid-cafe-podcastListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSseC4eLwkov3lFSZVkYDYA ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode I chat with the host of the Supernormalized podcast CeeJay Barnaby about his spiritual journey, personal philosophies and powerful meditation practice. He also gives us an intimate glimpse into his inner world and a rather disturbing spiritual experience he had.  Check out CeeJay’s podcast SupernormalizedEmail CeeJay: supernormalized@proton.me________“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topicListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a condition that’s been controversial and misunderstood for decades. Dr Connie McReynolds appears to have gotten to the root cause of ADHD and the results of her research and clinical work may surprise you. In this episode Connie shares how she’s found a way to treat and correct the symptoms providing a breakthrough solution that’s consistently measurable and repeatable using Neurofeedback.Connie McReynolds is a licensed psychologist, professor, certified rehabilitation counselor, and the host of the podcast Roadmap to the Brain. In this episode we discuss her new book Solving the ADHD Riddle: The Real Cause and Lasting Solutions to Your Child’s Struggle to Learn. In this episode, Connie discusses:What her research uncovered about ADHD/ADDWhy the typical treatment and behavioral interventions are not always successful.How her results apply to children and adultsAuditory and visual processing issuesWhy each person with ADHD presents differentlyThe highly sensitive personThe assessment processUsing Neurofeedback to correct deficienciesRetraining the brainHow she approaches treatment at her clinicSeizure disordersRemote treatment optionArtifact-free Neurofeedback softwareVisit Connie’s website ***Learn more about the Harmonic Ellipse“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Join me and the host of the Supernormalized podcast CeeJay Barnaby for part one of our pod swap. This initial conversation focuses primarily on my shamanic experiences and how I use trance to engage in healing dreams on behalf of others. Part two, which will be released later this season, will focus on CeeJay and his otherworldly experiences, but you’ll get a taste of his experiences in today’s episode. Mighty intense! Check out CeeJay’s podcast Supernormalized Learn more about Wendy’s practice “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Corey Lyon Folsom is the author of the book Soul Statements: A Love Coach’s Guide to Successful Communication. In this episode we talk about communication and intimacy, the nature of soul statements and his work as a love coach. Corey suggests that “the goal is not to ‘fix’ any given interaction. It’s about living in an alive, embodied present.”After experiencing a spiritual soul-awakening, Corey was inspired to become a tantra teacher; and in 2012, he began his work as a relationship and intimacy coach. Corey helps people from all over the world remove blocks to love and increase the potency with which they show up for life.In this episode Corey discusses:His unlikely path to becoming a love coachThe “core” relationshipHow he uses Tantric principles in his practiceConnecting with the “great silence”Soul statementsBeing your own best friendThe role of courage“Awkward radar”Communication and the highly sensitive personVisit Corey’s website Learn more about the Harmonic Ellipse Energy Therapy Chamber coming to Wendy’s wellness center in February 2024 “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topicListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Sci fi and fantasy author Daryl Gregory describes his books as “psychological realism in the face of surrealism.” He tackles topics that I find fascinating like the nature of consciousness, free will, paranormal abilities, and the power of belief, specifically of the religious variety. And then when I learned that he doesn’t really believe in the things that he writes about, I was intrigued and eager to have a conversation with him. Happy to report that he was up for it!Daryl Gregory’s novels and short stories have been translated into a dozen languages and have won multiple awards, including the World Fantasy and Shirley Jackson awards, and have been nominated for the Hugo, Nebula, Edgar, Locus, Lambda, and Sturgeon awards. His latest books are the novel Revelator (Knopf) and the novella The Album of Dr. Moreau (tor.com). His eight other books include Spoonbenders, We Are All Completely Fine, Afterparty, the Crawford-Award-winning novel Pandemonium, and the collection Unpossible and Other Stories, a Publishers Weekly book of the year. He’s an executive producer and writer for several of his novels being adapted for television. He also teaches writing and is a regular instructor at the Viable Paradise Writing Workshop.Writer guy Daryl Gregory’s website“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

Jim Gale is on a mission to let as many people as possible know about the many benefits of planting a simple, low maintenance edible landscape in their yard or outdoor space. He founded Food Forest Abundance to empower individuals to create their own self-sustaining ecosystems, harnessing the abundant power of nature.A food forest is a diverse, perennial garden that mimics a forest ecosystem and patterns found in nature. Jim's deep love for nature has taken him on a remarkable journey through 37 countries, where he has embraced diverse cultures and sought wisdom from indigenous communities, and it was on this journey that he discovered Permaculture, which shaped his understanding of the delicate balance between humans and the natural world.In this episode, Jim discusses:What permaculture isWhy he’s so passionate about this workHis perspective regarding the state of the worldThe benefits of planting an edible landscapeGrowing food in prisons and schoolsThe difference between an annual garden, monoculture crops, and a perennial gardenThe principles of permaculturePlanning seeds of awarenessThe possibilities of permaculture His story and how he developed his personal strategies for successScarcityHow a recent business failure helped him step into faithHow Food Forest Abundance can help you grow freedomJim’s Website: https://foodforestabundance.com/Help Lucid Path Wellness recover!: https://gofund.me/16360465“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path Boutiquehttps://www.etsy.com/shop/LucidPathLucid Cafe episodes by topic: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/lucid-cafe-podcastListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSseC4eLwkov3lFSZVkYDYA ★ Support this podcast ★

My guest Jahan Khamsehzadeh is a fount of information on all things psilocybin. In this final episode of season 5, we discuss his book The Psilocybin Connection, the theory that psilocybin may have played a role in human evolution, and the promise of psilocybin assisted therapy. Jahan completed his dissertation on psychedelics in the Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness Doctorate program at the California Institute of Integral Studies. He earned his master's in Consciousness and Transformative Studies from John F. Kennedy University and his bachelor's from the University of Arizona with a major in philosophy and minors in both physics and psychology. Aside from his academic work, Jahan has undergone several multiyear trainings, including working with the Mazatec mushroom tradition, and is a graduate of the Hakomi Comprehensive Somatic-Psychotherapy Program. He also works as a facilitator for legal psilocybin mushrooms ceremonies in Jamaica with Atman Retreats and serves as an advisor to psychedelic-focused organizations. In this episode Jahan shares:How The Psilocybin Connection examines the evolution of consciousness from the Big Bang to nowHis early interest in the big questionsHis first powerful psychedelic experienceWhat his experiences have taught him about healing and spiritualityThe mycelial mindThe stoned ape theoryThe ways psilocybin heals and helps usCultural shifts regarding psychedelicsHis admiration for Terence McKennaHis take on the nature of realityThe benefits of psilocybin therapyThe non-addictive nature of psilocybinMicrodosingFacilitating therapeutic psilocybin sessions for groups in Jamaica Jahan’s website:  PsychedelicEvolution.orgWays to support Wendy and the podcast:Flood Relief: Help Lucid Path Wellness recover!Purchase one of Wendy’s books “Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds” - The Lucid Path BoutiqueFind Lucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube  ★ Support this podcast ★

It was Vermont's turn for another catastrophic climate event because, as you know, climate change is a hoax (sarcastic face emoji). Last week the already saturated central corridor of Vermont received an additional 6-8 inches of rain over a 24 hour period. Hardest hit was the tiny capital city of Montpelier where I opened my wellness center 9 years ago. I love Montpelier. So many folks have reached out in the last week to check in on me. It’s been incredibly heartwarming. Thank you for that. I thought the best way to connect with all of you would be to just record a brief episode so that I can tell you the story of the flood. If you'd like to help out: https://gofund.me/16360465(I was wincing as I wrote that last sentence.) ★ Support this podcast ★

Stephanie Banks’ channeling journey began when her mother’s dementia made verbal communication impossible. She has since become a popular intuitive channel, mentor and guide teaching others how to access their own inner voice of wisdom. Connection and communication are common themes in all of Stephanie’s professional endeavors as a speech-language pathologist, birth doula, lactation consultant, infant massage instructor, and intuitive channel.  She channels from the perspective of any soul currently on the planet, souls on the other side, purely non-physical beings such as spirit guides, as well as nature spirits.In this episode, Stephanie discusses:What channeling isDeveloping her ability to channelHow developing her intuition helped her navigate through the difficult time of her mom’s illnessHow she perceives while channelingWho she’s channelingHow channeling sessions can helpHer take on the nature of realityThe challenge of channeling for yourselfTeaching others to channelStephanie’s website“Gifts and Tools to Explore and Celebrate the Unseen Worlds”:  The Lucid Path BoutiqueLucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube To contact Lucid Cafe host Wendy Halley, please visit her website  ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode we take a deep dive into the healing power of our dreams. My guest Edward Tick conducts original and groundbreaking healing work in the Ancient Greek tradition. In our conversation and in his latest book Soul Medicine: Healing Through Dreams, Oracles, Visions and Pilgrimage Edward breathes new life into these Ancient Greek healing practices. Edward Tick is a nonfiction writer and poet. He is a transformational healer, holistic psychotherapist, educator, consultant and international journey guide. He’s been working to heal the invisible wounds of war and violent trauma for over forty years. He is honored for his groundbreaking work in the spiritual, holistic, and community-based healing of veterans and other survivors of severe violence who suffer Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and moral injury.In this episode, Edward discusses:How he was initiated into the world of dreams and visions at a young ageHis work with Vietnam veteransThe importance of incorporating the arts and humanities into the field and practice of psychologyStudying the Ancient Greek warrior traditionHis call to be a war healerThe relationship those of us in the modern world currently have with our dreams and how we got thereThe elimination of the concept of the soul from the field of psychology and the subsequent impact it’s hadThe Ancient Greek concept of the soulMoral injuryCultural immersion for healingDream incubationHow he healing himself using dream incubationShamanic visions and dreaming on behalf of othersDream interpretationThe language of symbolismEdward’s websites:https://www.edwardtick.com/https://www.mentorthesoul.guide/The Energy Genesis light and sound healing chamber: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/energy-medicineThe Magical Path Shamanic Workbook for Conscious Dreaming:Wendy’s websiteAmazon Etsy Find cool totem animal, cosmic, psychedelic t-shirts and wall art, blank notebooks and journals at the Lucid Path Etsy Shop! Lucid Cafe episodes by topicListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube To contact Lucid Cafe host Wendy Halley, please visit her website ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode Karen Docherty shares how she’s been connecting with the spirits of folks who’ve died for a long time to help grieving loved ones bring a sense of calm and clarity to their lives. We talk about her work and how she mentors others to develop their understanding of psychic connections, self development, spirit communication and the mechanics of mediumship itself.Since the discovery of her abilities, Karen has worked tirelessly to bring the word of Spirit to those who need it most. From the UK to the USA, from Asia to Australia, clients from all over the world meet with Karen to receive readings, enroll in mentorships and hold a space for discussions on the power of Spirit. In this episode, Karen discusses:What a psychic medium isThe way she works with clientsHow her gifts showed up as a childThe experience of perceiving two different realitiesHow she perceives the spirits of people who’ve diedHow we are all psychicWhat gets in the way of accessing our psychic abilitiesThe impact having a reading with a medium can haveAn example of a challenging readingHer thoughts on difficult readingsThe ethics of mediumshipMediums on televisionTeaching others to develop their psychic and/or mediumship abilitiesThe services she offersKaren’s website: https://www.karenpsychic.com/Find cool totem animal, cosmic, psychedelic t-shirts and wall art, blank notebooks and journals at the Lucid Path Etsy Shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LucidPathLucid Cafe episodes by topic: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/lucid-cafe-podcastListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSseC4eLwkov3lFSZVkYDYATo contact Lucid Cafe host Wendy Halley, please visit her website: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/ ★ Support this podcast ★

My guest Kanchan Bhaskar is the author of the memoir Leaving: How I Set Myself Free From An Abusive Marriage. In her book and in this episode, Kanchan gives us an intimate glimpse into a painful, extremely difficult time in her life and how she found her way out.Kanchan was born and raised in New Delhi, India. She holds a master’s degree in social work from Delhi University and a postgraduate certificate in personnel management and industrial relations. She moved to the U.S. in 2000 and currently lives in Chicago, Illinois. She now serves as an advocate, helping others who've experienced domestic violence by offering mentoring, counseling, and coaching services. In this episode, we discuss:The Indian tradition of arranged marriagesWhat Kanchan learned about love and companionship from her parentsThe dramatic start to her parent’s life togetherHow the arrangement for her marriage workedThe first indication that there might be a problemWhat her marriage was like behind closed doorsWhat her life becameWhy she felt she couldn’t leaveThe obstacles women in India face when filing for divorceHow a chance encounter became a turning point for herThe spiritual and emotional impact of being in an abusive relationshipHow she began to healWendy's podcast episode with Acharya Shunya "Roar Like a Goddess": https://lucidcafe.transistor.fm/s5/5The impact the abuse had on her daughterHow she’s using her transformation to help othersKanchan’s website: https://kanchanbhaskar.com/Find cool totem animal, cosmic, psychedelic t-shirts and wall art, blank notebooks and journals at the Lucid Path Etsy Shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/LucidPathLucid Cafe episodes by topic: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/lucid-cafe-podcastListen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSseC4eLwkov3lFSZVkYDYATo contact Lucid Cafe host Wendy Halley, please visit her website: https://www.lucidpathwellness.com/ ★ Support this podcast ★