Rainbows are Circles: Waking up to Wonder

Have you ever asked yourself why you love what you love? Are you yearning to express yourself creatively? Need tips on developing discipline to support your passions? JoAnneh Nagler is a multi-talented artist who expresses herself through music, writing, painting, and teaching yoga. What I love most about JoAnneh is how freely and effectively she explores various forms of art and defines her own version of success in art and life. In our interview, we explore: how everyone is creative, and that creativity is simply making something that didn't exist before the importance of creating dedicated time for the activities that are most important to you (JoAnneh inspired me to start prioritizing and honoring my creative endeavors, instead of just "getting around to them" when I found the time) how to discover your unique form of art/joy/creativity; how are you wired? what are you drawn to? what sparks your joy?  Your life is your creation, your very own masterpiece. Let it be a reflection of your heart, your happiness and your unique essence.  Check out JoAnneh at anartistrylife.com or find her on FB + IG @anartistrygirl Learn more about Rainbows are Circles at rainbowsarecircles.com!

This is a deeply soothing 15 min practice designed to settle your nervous system and nourish you from the inside out.  We will explore:  What arises when you are fully relaxed and present in your body?  How can you tend to yourself and practice self-care?  Do you receive inner guidance when you take time to relax and connect within?  Write down any insights that arise. When I did this practice recently, I realized what I have been craving in my life is support. Not support from other people, but from myself. I have to give to myself the things that I've always longed to hear from others: "I am proud of you. You are more than enough. I love you so much. You have so much value to offer this world. You don't have to try so hard. You are so good at what you do. You are incredibly intelligent. You offer unique gifts that are needed in this world." I hadn't realized how much I was still seeking approval from others, and how self-critical I can be.  Now that I'm aware of what I need right now, I am speaking kind words to myself and supporting myself like crazy! I even treated myself to a pair of earrings I love and took myself on a dinner date (I usually only eat at restaurants when I'm with other people). It felt really nice and I ended up having an unexpectedly fun evening that included meeting new friends and singing karaoke :P It's funny the experiences we attract when we are kind and loving to ourselves. I invite you to use this practice whenever you feel called. Notice how you feel afterwards and write down anything interesting that arises. 

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to feel rushed and stressed, even when doing mundane things.   In this episode, we explore the importance of pausing, slowing down, and becoming aware of our surroundings.  Even taking one deep breath is a powerful way to manage stress and anxiety because it creates space for us to notice how we're feeling. Once we're aware, we then can make a choice about how to proceed. We can continue rushing and feeling stressed, or we can pause and do something to shift our state. As you listen to this episode, I invite you to go through the breathing and mindfulness practice with me.  Breathe slowly and deeply. Become aware of your surroundings. Notice what you can appreciate. Notice how you feel. Acknowledge that you just created a shift in yourself, simply by taking a minute to pause, breathe and become more present. Continue with your day from this grounded state, rather from a stressed-out state. Notice any effects. Do you make better decisions? Does your day flow more smoothly? What else can you do to create a joyful pause in your day? Perhaps eating lunch outside in the fresh air, without your phone or computer; taking a walk; journaling or reading; exercising... what activities make you feel good, calm and relaxed? Make time for them, prioritize them, and do them more often.

Do you want to start something new (project/hobby/language/etc.), but are scared to begin because you don't want to suck?   This 12 min episode reminds us that it's ok to not be good at something, especially when we're new. We have to develop our skills over time. Be ok with sucking. And keep showing up, developing our backbone, doing the work, and focusing on our incremental progress. In this 12 min episode, I share a quote from Ira Glass, producer and host of This American Life which begins, "Nobody tells this to people who are beginners, I wish someone had told me." (You'll have to listen to the episode to get the full quote. Trust me, it's a good one.) Key takeaways: When beginning a new habit, start so small that you can't fail. In order to get good at something, we have to keep at it, and do it a lot. Focus on "progress, not perfection" - Marie Forleo "Comparison is the thief of joy." - Theodore Roosevelt www.rainbowsarecircles.com

In this 13-min episode, you'll experience a grounding tea ritual that feels like a meditation in motion. I trust that this relaxing practice, along with the journaling prompts, will help you to feel more calm, present, and help you tune into what you need today. You'll notice I'm trying out a different format this month: shorter weekly episodes where I share the most impactful things that I've learned (and continue to learn!) self-care practices inspirational quotes personal development tips  It's my hope that these tools are as helpful for you as they are for me!

Author and TYA coach Deborah Wilson shares her story of transformation and getting "unstuck" when her marriage of 19 years comes to an abrupt end while walking the 500-mile Camino de Santiago (an ancient pilgrimage route in Europe).  Deborah shares how this experience helped her to: recognize the limiting beliefs that kept her stuck in an unhealthy relationship forgive and appreciate her relationship for the ways it helped her to grow develop a loving relationship with herself If you are feeling "stuck" in some aspect of your life and you know you need to make a change (but are afraid to do so), this will be an inspiring episode for you!

Intuitive energy healer Wendy De Rosa shares how empaths can set boundaries, clear their energy, hold power for themselves, and walk through the world with more confidence, strength and radiance!

Throughout history, the goddess appears in many forms and represents various aspects of the divine feminine. When we develop relationships with goddesses, we are bolstered by their unique magics and begin to embody their grace, power and divinity. In this episode, Anna Dorian shares how the goddess can support us through challenging times and awaken us to a life of divinity, community and empowerment.  Learn more about Anna and her new circle The Goddess and Me at https://vibrantreiki.com/ Listen to more episodes at www.rainbowsarecircles.com Have a magical day!

Wondering how the law of attraction really works? Learn how to effectively manifest the life you desire in this interview with David Strickel! *Spoiler alert! David will channel a set of entities called The Stream. You will learn why so many people struggle with feelings of unworthiness - and how we can finally claim our self-worth. This is a powerful episode, so much that I enrolled in David's TYA (Trust Your Abundance) bootcamp after this episode :) Learn more about David at https://thestreamofdavid.com/ Listen to more episodes at www.rainbowsarecircles.com Have a magical day!

Learn how affirmations can reprogram our thoughts and create tangible life change with Priestess Sadee Brathwaite! www.rainbowsarecircles.com

Build confidence and self-love with writer and spiritual coach Rachel Strivelli! The person that you spend the most time with in the whole entire world is... yourself! 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for your entire life. You’re literally with yourself all the time. So have you ever thought about how your relationship with yourself is going? Are you supportive and kind to yourself? Or are you constantly judging and criticizing yourself?  Rachel will teach us how to develop a healthy and loving relationship with ourselves so we can shine brightly and move through the world with self-confidence! Connect with Rachel Strivelli at www.soulpioneer.com Listen to more episodes at www.rainbowsarecircles.com

What do Albert Einstein, Steve Jobs, and Oprah Winfrey have in common? They all attribute their extraordinary success to the same thing - intuition!     In this episode, Kim Chestney, author of Radical Intuition and founder of Intuition Lab, explains what intuition really is, how to develop it, and why following our intuition is essential to living our most inspired and authentic lives.    Get 25% off Kim's Intuition Lab courses by joining our Patreon membership here!   Kim's website: www.kimchestney.com Kim's intuition school: www.Intuition-lab.com More episodes: www.rainbowsarecircles.com  

Today we’re discussing core wounds, and why it’s so important to acknowledge and heal painful experiences from our past. Intuitive healer, author and Priestess Charlotte Eléa discusses the core wounds of separation and unworthiness, and what it truly means to heal. Heart-opening meditation:  At minute 34:30,  Charlotte guides us through a soothing, healing, heart-opening meditation. Get your self-love on! Connect with Charlotte at https://www.the1heart.org/ Show notes and more episodes at https://rainbowsarecircles.com/ Thanks for tuning in and have a magical day!

Evolutionary astrologer Eileen Mello discusses recent astrological shifts and what we can expect in 2021 - think social reform, tech advancements, and collective spiritual growth! She'll also give us helpful tools on how to stay grounded and navigate this rapidly changing world.  Read the show notes and listen to more episodes at www.rainbowsarecircles.com

Learn about the incredible healing power of sound with Susan Susan Vichick-Johnson - a sound Practitioner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Reiki Master and Energy Radiator. During her healing sessions, Susan connects with your energy centers and combines sound therapy, Reiki energy and her intuitive gifts to help you clear energy blockages, connect with your creativity and align with your inner peace and Divine Essence. Podcast website: www.rainbowsarecircles.com

Troy Williams, who spent 18 years in San Quentin State Prison, reminds us that the mistakes we make do not have to define us, and that every day is a new opportunity to make a positive impact.  In this episode, Troy shares the life events that led to his incarceration, what it was like to be in prison, the people that inspired him, the challenges he faced after his release, the tools that keep him grounded, and the legacy of good that he’s now leaving behind.

How can we overcome adversity so that, instead of being consumed by painful experiences, we can be empowered by them? In this episode, motivational speaker Michael Arterberry shares his story of turning hardship and struggle into success and purpose. Not only did Michael rise above challenging life circumstances - he now dedicates his life to helping others do the same. WE WILL EXPLORE Why we need to make time for self-reflection Why it’s important to feel and process our emotions - instead of bottling them up What it takes to move beyond life’s obstacles so that we can “shake off the dirt” and create a successful life Why quarantine is a blessing in disguise What it’s like to be a black man in America  How we can process our emotions and support racial equality

Do you ever wonder why you're here on this planet? Are you searching for fulfillment and your life purpose? Do you believe that everyone has unique gifts that we're meant to express and share with the world? If so, you're gonna love today's episode. We're speaking with Sherwin Ng about the art of inner transformation. Sherwin is a teacher of spiritual alchemy, author of Life on Earth Mastery, and founder and Principal Healer of House of Kite, an energy healing space in Kuala Lumpur.  WE WILL EXPLORE Why spiritual work shouldn't be free What it really takes to fulfill one's destiny Why quarantine time is a gift that is here to help us evolve, become self-empowered and reinvent ourselves Let's wake up to alchemical wonder with Sherwin Ng! Connect with Sherwin Ng at https://www.facebook.com/houseofkite/ Listen to more episodes! www.rainbowsarecircles.com

Do you ever wonder why you're here on this planet? Are you searching for fulfillment and your life purpose? Do you believe that everyone has unique gifts that we're meant to express and share with the world? If so, you're gonna love today's episode. We're speaking with Sherwin Ng about the art of inner transformation. Sherwin is a teacher of spiritual alchemy, author of Life on Earth Mastery, and founder and Principal Healer of House of Kite, an energy healing space in Kuala Lumpur.  WE WILL EXPLORE How can we use this quarantine time to learn about ourselves and connect with our purpose? What practical steps can we can take to fulfill our destiny? Why we shouldn’t be afraid of making “wrong” decisions  How to claim your worth so others aren’t deciding it for you Let's wake up to alchemical wonder with Sherwin Ng! Connect with Sherwin Ng at https://www.facebook.com/houseofkite/ Listen to more episodes! www.rainbowsarecircles.com

In this episode we will explore: what it means to be a witch, a brief history of witches (and what the witch hunt was really about), what is magic and how can we use spells to manifest our desires. Our guest is Casey Zabala, an artist, tarot reader, intuitive mystic, and the founder of Modern Witches Confluence in San Francisco.  Casey has been studying the tarot and giving readings for 17 years and she also created the Wanderer’s Tarot and Wyrd Sisters Oracle decks. Practical tool: At the end of the episode (minute 26:20), Casey will guide us through a deeply grounding meditation to help us connect to mother Earth in a heartfelt way. Casey Zabala www.wandererstarot.com Listen to more episodes! www.rainbowsarecircles.com