Leading With Spirit

SpiritBird

Leading With Spirit is for the spiritual guide who knows there's more—more depth, more truth, more realness in the work you’re here to do. Whether you're a healer, coach, or intuitive, this podcast helps you reconnect to your gifts, trust your path, and lead from soul, not stress. Hosted by SpiritBird, master shaman, best-selling author, and founder of Holton Healing Arts, each episode brings grounded insight into spiritual growth, energy mastery, and the real-life journey of walking as a spiritual leader. Follow her on social media @spiritbirdofficial

  1. DEC 4

    [Ep 109] Spiritual Gifts Wisdom — Remembering Who You Are When the World Feels Heavy

    Spiritual Gifts Wisdom hits differently when the world feels chaotic and you suddenly can’t find your inner footing. Maybe you wake up already bracing yourself, feeling the collective tension before the day even starts. Or you sense a quiet truth inside you, but years of dismissing your own inner guidance make you second-guess it. If you’ve ever felt steady one moment and shaken the next, this episode meets you right in that in-between space — the place where you can feel something real but aren’t sure how to trust it. Here, we explore why your gifts seem to fade when life gets loud. And as you listen, you may notice a surprising sense of ease… like your system is remembering something ancient and steady inside you. By the end, you may feel: Less tangled in the doubt and inner pressure that arise when the world around you feels unstable More at peace with the tension between wanting to stay informed and wanting to stay grounded Surprised by this part of your gifts, you never learned ✨✨ If this episode awakened that deeper part of you that’s been trying to remember who you are beneath the noise…You’re not imagining the shifts. Your gifts are already active — and they expand beautifully in moments that ask you to be more present. The Sacred Directions Archetypes help you see the design of your gifts clearly, so you can reconnect with the part of you that knows exactly how to stay grounded in chaotic times. 👉 Take the free Archetypes Assessment to reveal the archetype guiding your awareness and the way your gifts naturally return you to center. https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/whatsyoursacreddirection And if you want to deepen into this remembrance…A Course in Spiritual Gifts & Soul Healing helps you embody your gifts so they become a source of steadiness — not overwhelm. It’s designed for intuitive, sensitive people who are ready to feel anchored in their truth, even when the world feels heavy. 👉 https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/a-course-in-spiritual-gifts ✨ If you’re a healer or guide ready to bring your gifts, your practice, and your livelihood into full alignment, The Way of the Hollow Bone (previously Shaman School) is now open. Be sure to get on the waitlist to learn more and get early access. 👉 https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/waitlist

    44 min
  2. NOV 6

    [Ep 108] Spiritual Gifts Discernment: How to Trust Mystical Experiences Without Losing Faith

    Spiritual gifts discernment can feel almost impossible when every mystical experience makes you second-guess yourself. Maybe you’ve felt a nudge in prayer, a vivid dream, or an intuitive knowing — only to wonder if it’s God, your imagination, or something darker. You want to trust what you’re experiencing, but the fear of “getting it wrong” or betraying your faith keeps you stuck in doubt. In this episode of Leading With Spirit, we’re joined by TruthSeekah and Arien, who open up about their own journeys as Christian mystics, breaking through religious conditioning, navigating fear, and finding God’s voice in mystical experiences. Their stories pull back the curtain on the uneasy space between faith and spiritual curiosity. You’ll walk away feeling less tangled in the constant doubt that makes you question every inner nudge. ✨✨ If this episode spoke to the part of you that’s been told your gifts are “dangerous” or “not of God”…You don’t need to shut them down to stay safe. The Sacred Directions Archetypes can help you see where your gifts fit in the larger spiritual design — and why they’ve felt so hard to trust until now. 👉 Take the free Archetypes Assessment and discover your dominant archetype:https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/whatsyoursacreddirection TruthSeekah and Arien are offering a Free Throne Room Meditation — a guided experience to help you enter into the presence of Spirit, release fear, and begin trusting your mystical encounters in a deeper way 🌟 Get your free meditation now at www.seer.school ✨ If you’re a healer or guide ready to bring your gifts, your practice, and your livelihood into full alignment, The Way of the Hollow Bone (previously Shaman School) opens soon. Be sure to get on the waitlist to learn more and get early access: https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/waitlist

    1h 5m
  3. OCT 2

    [Ep 107] The Gift of Empathy: Why You’re Not “Too Sensitive”

    The gift of empathy doesn’t always feel like a gift. Maybe you walk into a room and instantly feel the tension no one else acknowledges. Or you sense a shift in someone’s tone, name it out loud, only to be told you’re imagining things.  The spiral begins: doubt, overwhelm, exhaustion. This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered if they’re feeling “too much,” or how to know what to trust. By the end, you’ll feel: Less tangled in the doubt and second-guessing that comes with absorbing others’ emotions More at peace with the tension between honoring your intuition and setting boundaries A curious sense of relief that your sensitivity might mean something very different than you thought ✨✨ If this episode spoke to the part of you that’s been told you’re “too sensitive”… You don’t need to harden or shut down your heart to feel safe. The Sacred Directions Archetypes can help you understand your sensitivity as part of a larger spiritual design. They reveal how your gifts are meant to work, and why they sometimes feel overwhelming until you learn how to honor them. 👉 Take the free Archetypes Assessment to discover your dominant archetype and uncover how your sensitivity is asking to be used. https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/whatsyoursacreddirection And if you’re ready to go deeper… A Course in Spiritual Gifts & Soul Healing is a powerful place to start. It’s designed for empaths and spiritual seekers who want to stop doubting what they feel, reclaim their intuitive gifts, and find clarity in their connection with Spirit. Inside, you’ll learn to trust your spiritual sensitivity as a gift, not a fla,w and begin using it with confidence in your healing path. 👉 https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/home--sgc-page

    25 min
  4. SEP 4

    [Ep 106] How to Start Healing When You Don’t Know Where to Begin

    How to start healing often begins in the mess, waking up anxious before the day has even started, second-guessing every decision, saying yes when your body is begging for no, or waiting endlessly for the “right time” that never arrives. If you’ve ever felt like life keeps pulling you forward but you can’t quite catch your breath, this episode is for you. We’ll explore the hidden signals your soul has been sending and how you might be unconsciously blocking your own healing. You’ll also discover grounded, everyday practices that make space for clarity even when everything feels uncertain. You’ll walk away feeling:: Less tangled in the constant loop of doubt and “what ifs” A softer sense of peace in the tug-of-war between your head and your heart Wonder at the possibility that healing has already begun beneath the surface ✨ ✨ If this episode spoke to the part of you that’s still wondering where to even begin your healing journey…You don’t need a perfect plan to start. The Sacred Directions Archetypes can help you see where that doorway is for you. They reveal what your soul needs to blossom, and they give you a lens for why healing feels the way it does right now. 👉 Take the free Archetypes Assessment to discover your dominant archetype and uncover the first step your soul is asking you to take. And if you’re ready to go deeper…A Course in Spiritual Gifts & Soul Healing is a gentle place to begin. It’s designed for those who feel the pull toward healing and spiritual connection, but don’t know how to start or what to trust. Inside, you’ll reconnect with your intuition, understand what’s been stirring inside you, and begin moving forward with clarity and trust in Spirit, right from where you are now. 👉 https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/home--sgc-page

    49 min
  5. AUG 7

    [Ep 105] Doubting Your Path as a Spiritual Entrepreneur? This Will Help You Trust Spirit and Move Forward With Kayse Gehret

    If you’re a spiritual entrepreneur, you’ve likely found yourself questioning your timing, your choices, and whether you can really trust what you’re hearing from Spirit. Maybe you’ve felt the burnout creeping in or doubted if you’re truly meant for this work at all. This episode with Kayse Gehret explores the hidden ways Spirit shapes your path, even when it feels like everything is falling apart and how to listen to and follow your gifts. You’ll walk away feeling: Less tangled in overthinking and second-guessing yourself A deeper sense of peace with the confusing messages Spirit keeps sending A quiet relief in understanding what’s really been happening beneath the surface of your struggle ✨ Learn more about Kayse Gehret:Founder of Microdosing for Healing and Solstice Mind Body Spa Learn more here ✨ If this episode spoke to the part of you that’s still wondering where you fit on your spiritual path…You don’t have to have it all figured out or be running a business yet to start trusting your gifts. A Course in Spiritual Gifts & Soul Healing is a gentle starting point for those who feel called to something more but aren’t sure how to begin. It will help you reconnect with your intuition, understand what’s been stirring inside you, and move forward with clarity and trust in Spirit right from where you are now. 👉 Explore the course here.

    36 min
  6. JUL 3

    [Ep 104] Start Healing Burnout with Sheridan Ruth

    In this conversation with Trauma Expert and Nervous System Specialist Sheridan Ruth, we explore the deeper roots of burnout and why many of us stay stuck in overdrive even when we know we need rest. Sheridan shares her journey from emotional exhaustion to sustainable self-leadership and offers a powerful reframe of what it really means to be “regulated” in a world that rewards constant doing. If you’ve ever felt like rest just isn’t working, or no amount of healing is ever enough, this episode may offer the shift you’ve been waiting for. Why burnout doesn’t always feel like “burnout.” The two most common nervous system states people mistake for productivity Why most people have never experienced feeling safe in their body A fresh lens on goal-setting that protects your energy instead of draining it What real nervous system regulation feels like—and why it may not be what you think This conversation invites you to slow down, get curious, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that are tired of trying so hard. Listen in and discover a gentler, more powerful way forward. 💫 Curious why rest never feels like enough even when you’re doing all the right things? That exhaustion often isn’t just physical—it’s rooted in your nervous system. When we understand our Inner Mastery Archetype, we begin to see the deeper patterns driving burnout… and how to shift into a more sustainable, regulated way of leading and living. 👉 Take the free Archetype Quiz to discover your type and how it might be shaping your energy, boundaries, and burnout cycles.

    46 min
  7. JUN 5

    Leading With Spirit, Season 3: Living From Soul, Not Stress

    I’ve been feeling a powerful shift in our community—and I want to invite you into what’s next. ✨ I just released a free 3-part podcast series called: Living From Soul, Not Stress and it’s something I created just for you. This is the kind of soul medicine that doesn’t live on Instagram quotes or your never-ending healing checklist. It’s real. It’s practical. And it’s here to help you reconnect to the version of yourself that already knows. Inside, we’ll explore: Ep 1: What Your Overwhelm is Trying to Tell You Ep 2: How to Trust Your Intuition Without Second-Guessing Ep 3: Using Your Spiritual Gifts in Daily Life This series will guide you back into your energy, your rhythm, and your own clear voice—no more overthinking, people-pleasing, or trying to get it “right.” 👉 Click here to access it now: https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/soulnotstress And while I have you… 💬 I want to let you know I’ll be closing our private Facebook group soon. I know that space has held a lot of connection—and this decision comes with so much love and intentionality. We’re not losing touch—we’re simply shifting into more easeful, inspired ways of staying connected. From now on, I’ll be sharing regular monthly content on: How to understand and activate your spiritual gifts Interpersonal skills through the sacred archetypes Getting out of anxiety and emotional overwhelm Grounded spiritual practices for real life 🎥 You’ll find these teachings on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, so be sure to follow me here: IG- https://www.instagram.com/spiritbirdofficial/ FB- https://www.facebook.com/SpiritBirdOfficial/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@spiritbirdofficial This isn’t just a content shift. It’s the beginning of a new season—one that’s all about clarity, connection, and returning to the truth that lives inside you. And if this message landed at just the right time, it’s no accident. Very soon, I’ll be opening enrollment for A Course in Spiritual Gifts & Soul Healing—a deep, powerful program for those ready to stop spinning in circles and start living from soul. You’ll learn to decode your energy, relate to others more easefully, and build trust in your gifts—not through more pressure, but through structure and sacred support. But for now—start here: Access the Free Podcast Series → https://pages.holtonhealingarts.com/soulnotstress You don’t have to do more. You just have to come home. With love and devotion, SpiritBird

    2 min
  8. MAY 1

    [EP 103] Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking

    There’s a deeper reason you’re afraid to speak—and it’s not just stage fright. This episode is for the healer who knows they’re here to lead… but still finds themselves holding back when it’s time to take the mic. I’m joined by a powerful public speaking coach who doesn’t just teach technique—she helps you uncover what’s really standing between you and your most magnetic voice. We’re going beyond the basics and into the inner work of true visibility. If you’ve ever felt the fear rise up when it’s your turn to speak, this conversation will shift the way you see yourself as a leader. I’m joined by Joanna Horton McPherson, a Harvard graduate, international speaker, and executive speaking coach who has helped hundreds of clients—from bestselling authors to viral influencers—step into their voice with clarity and impact. Joanna specializes in helping purpose-driven leaders develop the message that will change lives.Make sure you stay 'til the end when I answer the question: Where do I go or what do I do if I just want to have a shamanic experience? If you're ready to face your fear of public speaking and finally share your voice with confidence, Joanna offers personalized support to help you refine your message and speak with clarity and power. You can learn more or book time with her at joannahortonmcpherson.com or follow her on social media @joannahortonmcpherson. 💫 Curious why fear keeps showing up when it's your time to speak? That fear often isn’t about the stage—it’s about your inner world. When we understand our Inner Mastery Archetype, we begin to see exactly how we hold ourselves back... and how we can move forward with clarity and courage. 👉 Take the free Archetype Quiz to discover your type and how it might be shaping your voice and visibility. 🌿 Ready to go even deeper into your healing and leadership journey? Public speaking fear can also be part of a larger soul initiation. If you're feeling called to reconnect with your truth, reclaim your voice, and explore what’s beyond your current blocks, you might resonate with the practice of shamanic journeying. 👉 Get the free Guide to the Shamanic Journey and start exploring: holtonhealingarts.com/guide-to-the-shamanic-journey

    49 min
5
out of 5
31 Ratings

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Leading With Spirit is for the spiritual guide who knows there's more—more depth, more truth, more realness in the work you’re here to do. Whether you're a healer, coach, or intuitive, this podcast helps you reconnect to your gifts, trust your path, and lead from soul, not stress. Hosted by SpiritBird, master shaman, best-selling author, and founder of Holton Healing Arts, each episode brings grounded insight into spiritual growth, energy mastery, and the real-life journey of walking as a spiritual leader. Follow her on social media @spiritbirdofficial