Byte Sized Blessings

Kirsten Rudberg
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True paranormal encounters, Angel & afterlife stories, unexplained experiences, stories of near death & beyond, & finally, miracle & mystery interviews...this show has all this and more!   There is one undisputable fact-we're all on this beautiful, swirling planet experiencing the magic of life, of beauty, of the world, as well as the mystery of all of it! This podcast brings you these stories- spiritual interviews with all sorts of humans who have had encounters with angels, UFO's, ghosts, The Ancestors, as well as the Black Dog of Myth (just to name a few!). These are people who have witnessed things they cannot explain, people who have received advice from beyond the grave, people who have risen up from the ashes to triumph and build new lives. Here are stories that will lift you up, that will enchant you, that will remind you that this world is deeply alive. Go ahead, take a listen-this is the podcast for you. (all you need to do is hit PLAY!)

  1. 18h ago

    Miracle of Divine Timing: When Intuition Changes Everything!-Interview

    What if the thing you thought was a delay was actually a miracle?In this powerful episode, Bart Merrill shares an extraordinary true-life story about amputation, intuition, divine timing, and a series of seemingly small decisions that ultimately protected both him and his wife. Bart had already endured 12 years of excruciating pain after a devastating accident left him with a severely damaged ankle. Eventually, his ankle bone deteriorated to the point where there was nothing left to fuse, and doctors told him that amputation was likely his best option.But Bart’s most remarkable story isn't simply about losing his leg.It’s about timing.And what happened when he listened to the feeling that told him, not yet.Bart Merrill’s Miracle Story: The Power of Divine TimingBart originally scheduled his leg amputation for November 2023. Then, for several reasons—including concerns about the holidays, recovery, and insurance—he decided to postpone the surgery.He eventually rescheduled.And then something happened that changed everything. When a Delay Becomes a Miracle Bart’s story raises a fascinating question: Can intuition tell us when the timing of something is wrong?He had practical reasons for postponing his surgery. But looking back, he sees something much bigger at work. What Bart Merrill’s Story Teaches Us About Intuition One of the most powerful themes in this episode is the idea that intuition is a form of guidance.Bart’s experience isn't simply a story about coincidence. It's a story about paying attention when something inside you says, wait.A Miracle Hidden in the TimingBart's story is a beautiful example of the kind of mystery this podcast explores: the possibility that the events of our lives can connect in ways we don't fully understand at the time they're happening.A postponed surgery.A wife's unexpected medical crisis.A series of changes in hospital arrangements.A successful amputation and recovery.And a man who ultimately looks back and sees not chaos, but divine timing. In This Episode Bart Merrill's extraordinary miracle story The divine timing behind his delayed amputation Why Bart postponed his surgery several times His wife's quadruple bypass surgery How intuition may protect us from dangers we cannot yet see Bart's 12-year journey with chronic ankle pain The accident that eventually led to his leg amputation The surprising discovery that his ankle bone had deteriorated Bart's experience preparing for life as an amputee His terrifying walk into the hospital Recovery after his leg amputation The difference between acute rehabilitation and nursing care Finding gratitude in difficult circumstances The connection between intuition, synchronicity, and miracles Why sometimes the best thing you can do is wait To check out other episodes on this podcast that deal with Divine Intervention, check out the conversations listed below: Celeste Yacaboni shares a powerful story of what happened one night in the wee small hours of the morning...a light appeared, and then asked her a simple, yet life-changing question. "The Vision That Changed Everything" can be found on Spotify HERE and Apple HERE. Stanley Bronstein shares an incredible story of witness and timing, when he could be there for a small child at a gravesite. What he does and how he helps this child, brings Stanley's entire life full circle! "The Miracle That Took A Lifetime" can be found on Spotify HERE, and Apple HERE. Rev. Dr. Keith Haney shares a divine story-he was called to the bedside of a young woman who was told she was going to die. What happened next will change your mind about community, prayer and healing through Love. "Our Voices Can Heal Worlds" can be found on Spotify HERE and Apple HERE. And now, Bart's deets...and the fab work he is doing in this world!Here is his website, The Side Hustle Samauri!And then his Facebook, as well as his YouTube! And if you want to check me out, here's my website- Byte Sized BlessingsAs well as my Insta...which is irreverent yet serious, like me! And I have not forgotten your bit of beauty...that spark that will remind you this world is lovely. This bit of summer Zen comes courtesy of some of my favorite creatures, ever. Moomins! Here they are, celebrating summer just like we all should-together, in community and very, very relaxed!  miracle story, true miracle story, divine timing, signs and wonders, intuition, trusting your intuition, spiritual intuition, synchronicity, divine intervention, unexplained miracles, miraculous timing, amputation story, amputee story, leg amputation, chronic pain, resilience after amputation, miraculous recovery, spiritual experiences, mysterious coincidences, signs from the universe, listening to your intuition

    Miracle of Divine Timing: When Intuition Changes Everything!-Interview

  2. 18h ago ·  Bonus

    Miracle of Divine Timing: When Intuition Changes Everything!-Byte

    What if the thing you thought was a delay was actually a miracle?In this powerful episode, Bart Merrill shares an extraordinary true-life story about amputation, intuition, divine timing, and a series of seemingly small decisions that ultimately protected both him and his wife. Bart had already endured 12 years of excruciating pain after a devastating accident left him with a severely damaged ankle. Eventually, his ankle bone deteriorated to the point where there was nothing left to fuse, and doctors told him that amputation was likely his best option.But Bart’s most remarkable story isn't simply about losing his leg.It’s about timing.And what happened when he listened to the feeling that told him, not yet.Bart Merrill’s Miracle Story: The Power of Divine TimingBart originally scheduled his leg amputation for November 2023. Then, for several reasons—including concerns about the holidays, recovery, and insurance—he decided to postpone the surgery.He eventually rescheduled.And then something happened that changed everything. When a Delay Becomes a Miracle Bart’s story raises a fascinating question: Can intuition tell us when the timing of something is wrong?He had practical reasons for postponing his surgery. But looking back, he sees something much bigger at work. What Bart Merrill’s Story Teaches Us About Intuition One of the most powerful themes in this episode is the idea that intuition is a form of guidance.Bart’s experience isn't simply a story about coincidence. It's a story about paying attention when something inside you says, wait.A Miracle Hidden in the TimingBart's story is a beautiful example of the kind of mystery this podcast explores: the possibility that the events of our lives can connect in ways we don't fully understand at the time they're happening.A postponed surgery.A wife's unexpected medical crisis.A series of changes in hospital arrangements.A successful amputation and recovery.And a man who ultimately looks back and sees not chaos, but divine timing. In This Episode Bart Merrill's extraordinary miracle story The divine timing behind his delayed amputation Why Bart postponed his surgery several times His wife's quadruple bypass surgery How intuition may protect us from dangers we cannot yet see Bart's 12-year journey with chronic ankle pain The accident that eventually led to his leg amputation The surprising discovery that his ankle bone had deteriorated Bart's experience preparing for life as an amputee His terrifying walk into the hospital Recovery after his leg amputation The difference between acute rehabilitation and nursing care Finding gratitude in difficult circumstances The connection between intuition, synchronicity, and miracles Why sometimes the best thing you can do is wait To check out other episodes on this podcast that deal with Divine Intervention, check out the conversations listed below: Celeste Yacaboni shares a powerful story of what happened one night in the wee small hours of the morning...a light appeared, and then asked her a simple, yet life-changing question. "The Vision That Changed Everything" can be found on Spotify HERE and Apple HERE. Stanley Bronstein shares an incredible story of witness and timing, when he could be there for a small child at a gravesite. What he does and how he helps this child, brings Stanley's entire life full circle! "The Miracle That Took A Lifetime" can be found on Spotify HERE, and Apple HERE. Rev. Dr. Keith Haney shares a divine story-he was called to the bedside of a young woman who was told she was going to die. What happened next will change your mind about community, prayer and healing through Love. "Our Voices Can Heal Worlds" can be found on Spotify HERE and Apple HERE. And now, Bart's deets...and the fab work he is doing in this world!Here is his website, The Side Hustle Samauri!And then his Facebook, as well as his YouTube! And if you want to check me out, here's my website- Byte Sized BlessingsAs well as my Insta...which is irreverent yet serious, like me! And I have not forgotten your bit of beauty...that spark that will remind you this world is lovely. This bit of summer Zen comes courtesy of some of my favorite creatures, ever. Moomins! Here they are, celebrating summer just like we all should-together, in community and very, very relaxed!  miracle story, true miracle story, divine timing, signs and wonders, intuition, trusting your intuition, spiritual intuition, synchronicity, divine intervention, unexplained miracles, miraculous timing, amputation story, amputee story, leg amputation, chronic pain, resilience after amputation, miraculous recovery, spiritual experiences, mysterious coincidences, signs from the universe, listening to your intuition

    Miracle of Divine Timing: When Intuition Changes Everything!-Byte

  3. 3d ago

    Death, Dying, and the Sacred Mystery of Life’s Final Moments-Interview With Theresa Evans!

    ICU nurse Theresa Evans shares powerful stories of death, dying, and what she witnessed during her mother’s final days, including moments of mystery, light, love, and profound presence. Death is one of life’s greatest mysteries. We can talk about it, study it, fear it, prepare for it, and try desperately to understand what happens when a person takes their final breath. But ultimately, death remains one of the great unknowables. My guest on this episode, Theresa Evans, has spent much of her life close to that mystery. An ICU Nurse’s Perspective on Death and Dying Theresa brings a unique perspective to conversations about death because she is grounded both in medical science and in lived experience. She believes in physiology. She believes in what medical imaging, tests, and the human body can tell us. And yet, after witnessing people die—and after experiencing the deaths of those closest to her—she also recognizes that there are moments at the end of life that seem to resist easy explanation. Grief and the Person Who Is Dying One of the most important insights Theresa shares is about the difference between the experience of grieving and the experience of dying. The people who remain are often devastated. Even when we know that death may bring relief from suffering, even when we believe we are making the right decision, we still grieve. But Theresa believes we sometimes unintentionally place our grief on the person who is dying. A Mother’s Final Days: 86 Days of Love Theresa was 60 years old when her mother died. She reflects on how grateful she was to have reached that point in her own life. With decades of living behind her, she had witnessed relationships of many kinds and seen people come and go. She understood, on some level, that love and grief could exist simultaneously. The Sacred Moment of Her Mother’s Death When Theresa’s mother finally died, Theresa describes the experience as the most sacred moment of her life. Not sacred in a heavy or formal sense. Sacred because she was fully present. This episode will be sure to tug at your heart-strings, but also remind you that Love is eternal and that our time is short, so make sure to tell those you love that you do...as often as possible. For other episodes that engage with this liminal space of Death, check these out below... In "Irish Magic and A Father's Love" Kathy Mahon details what happened at the bedside of her Father, who was dying. A powerful reminder of love and family, this episode should not be missed. For Spotify, listen HERE. Apple, HERE. Helen Gretchen Jones is a Death Doula and she has stories to share! I mean, WOW! Listen to her experiences at the edge of Death, "The Mystery at Death's Door...The Vision Of The Death Doula," on Apple HERE, and Spotify HERE! Paul Zolman shares an astounding story about his Father that will have you thinking twice about whether Death is an ending. "The Message From Beyond Death" can be found on Spotify HERE and Apple HERE. And finally, the goodies so that you can check out Theresa and what she is doing in the wild, wild world!Here's her website!Theresa's Insta, and Facebook!And finally, her gorgeous book, "Choosing to Die: A Daughter's Story Of Supporting Her Mother's End Of Life Through Assisted Death" just click on the link, and you can buy your own copy. With so many 5-star reviews you just know this book is going to change your life! PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE POD, I WOULD BE SO GRATEFUL! Your bit of beauty is this: a sweet little video showing a bee drunk on pollen. I needed something simple this week after so much bad news...and loss. Nepal, Dolly Parton, Tim Curry and so many other precious souls who went to their next adventure. So bees it is! Revel in the simplicity and the beauty of nature doing her thing! ICU nurse stories, end-of-life experiences, death and dying, sacred death, hospice and palliative care, what happens when we die, deathbed experiences, grieving a loved one

    Death, Dying, and the Sacred Mystery of Life’s Final Moments-Interview With Theresa Evans!

  4. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    Death, Dying, and the Sacred Mystery of Life’s Final Moments

    ICU nurse Theresa Evans shares powerful stories of death, dying, and what she witnessed during her mother’s final days, including moments of mystery, light, love, and profound presence. Death is one of life’s greatest mysteries. We can talk about it, study it, fear it, prepare for it, and try desperately to understand what happens when a person takes their final breath. But ultimately, death remains one of the great unknowables. My guest on this episode, Theresa Evans, has spent much of her life close to that mystery. An ICU Nurse’s Perspective on Death and Dying Theresa brings a unique perspective to conversations about death because she is grounded both in medical science and in lived experience. She believes in physiology. She believes in what medical imaging, tests, and the human body can tell us. And yet, after witnessing people die—and after experiencing the deaths of those closest to her—she also recognizes that there are moments at the end of life that seem to resist easy explanation. Grief and the Person Who Is Dying One of the most important insights Theresa shares is about the difference between the experience of grieving and the experience of dying. The people who remain are often devastated. Even when we know that death may bring relief from suffering, even when we believe we are making the right decision, we still grieve. But Theresa believes we sometimes unintentionally place our grief on the person who is dying. A Mother’s Final Days: 86 Days of Love Theresa was 60 years old when her mother died. She reflects on how grateful she was to have reached that point in her own life. With decades of living behind her, she had witnessed relationships of many kinds and seen people come and go. She understood, on some level, that love and grief could exist simultaneously. The Sacred Moment of Her Mother’s Death When Theresa’s mother finally died, Theresa describes the experience as the most sacred moment of her life. Not sacred in a heavy or formal sense. Sacred because she was fully present. This episode will be sure to tug at your heart-strings, but also remind you that Love is eternal and that our time is short, so make sure to tell those you love that you do...as often as possible. For other episodes that engage with this liminal space of Death, check these out below... In "Irish Magic and A Father's Love" Kathy Mahon details what happened at the bedside of her Father, who was dying. A powerful reminder of love and family, this episode should not be missed. For Spotify, listen HERE. Apple, HERE. Helen Gretchen Jones is a Death Doula and she has stories to share! I mean, WOW! Listen to her experiences at the edge of Death, "The Mystery at Death's Door...The Vision Of The Death Doula," on Apple HERE, and Spotify HERE! Paul Zolman shares an astounding story about his Father that will have you thinking twice about whether Death is an ending. "The Message From Beyond Death" can be found on Spotify HERE and Apple HERE. And finally, the goodies so that you can check out Theresa and what she is doing in the wild, wild world!Here's her website!Theresa's Insta, and Facebook!And finally, her gorgeous book, "Choosing to Die: A Daughter's Story Of Supporting Her Mother's End Of Life Through Assisted Death" just click on the link, and you can buy your own copy. With so many 5-star reviews you just know this book is going to change your life! PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE POD, I WOULD BE SO GRATEFUL! Your bit of beauty is this: a sweet little video showing a bee drunk on pollen. I needed something simple this week after so much bad news...and loss. Nepal, Dolly Parton, Tim Curry and so many other precious souls who went to their next adventure. So bees it is! Revel in the simplicity and the beauty of nature doing her thing! ICU nurse stories, end-of-life experiences, death and dying, sacred death, hospice and palliative care, what happens when we die, deathbed experiences, grieving a loved one

    Death, Dying, and the Sacred Mystery of Life’s Final Moments

  5. Aug 21

    Interview: Mysterious Synchronicity: A Powerful Story of Connection and Healing!

    Discover a powerful story of mysterious synchronicity, grief, spiritual connection, and how being in the right place at the right time can bring unexpected healing.The world is full of mystery, magic, and sometimes mayhem.Every so often, something happens that makes us pause and wonder whether life is simply a series of random events—or whether there are moments when we find ourselves exactly where we are meant to be.In a recent conversation with Dr. Raymond Roberts, a pastor with more than 40 years of experience, author, and musician, he shared one such story. It involved a lightning strike, a small church in Virginia, a devastating family tragedy, and an extraordinary chain of events that placed him in a position to offer comfort when it was needed most.Was it coincidence? Synchronicity? Divine providence?Whatever name you give it, the story is a powerful reminder that our connections with other people can matter in ways we may not understand until much later. A Strange Beginning at Providence Presbyterian ChurchAs a young pastor, Dr. Raymond Roberts was invited to speak at Providence Presbyterian Church in southern Virginia.A friend drove him to the church, where the congregation gathered for dinner before the service. Dr. Roberts had previously spoken at a youth retreat for the local presbytery, which was how the church had learned about him.Everything seemed relatively ordinary—until the service was about to begin.The clerk of session stepped outside and called for the young men waiting beneath a large oak tree to come inside.At that exact moment, lightning struck the tree. The Power of Being in the Right Place at the Right TimeA series of seemingly unrelated events had brought him to that church. A lightning strike had marked the beginning of the evening. His friend had unexpectedly arranged for him to travel home with a grieving family.And that family turned out to be mourning a young man Dr. Roberts had recently known.Sometimes, this is how healing enters a difficult moment. Not through an explanation. Not through a perfect set of words. But through presence. Does Everything Happen for a Reason?Is every coincidence a sign? Dr. Roberts offered an important distinction. He does not believe that every tragedy is caused by God or that every event has a simple explanation. He does not believe, for example, that God caused Calvin's death. Life contains tragedy, loss, and events that can be impossible to understand. But Dr. Roberts does believe in the possibility of a redeeming presence. Synchronicity, Connection, and the Mystery of LifeThe story of Dr. Raymond Roberts and Calvin's family is ultimately a story about connection. It is about the mysterious intersections that occur in our lives. If you'd like to hear other episodes of the podcast that deal with magical synchronicity, being in the right place at the right time, or stories of spiritual connection, here are some offerings for you! Gloria Vanderhoorst shares her story of being profoundly ill as a child, and close to Death, until a mysterious glowing woman entered her room and healed her. A spiritually profound encounter, her experience reminds us that healing happens in all sorts of ways! Listen on Spotify HERE, on Apple HERE! Birmingham, Alabama's Inaugural Poet Laureate shares a mysterious story of healing and encounter in this episode, "The Woman In The Yellow Apron." A story from the South, it engages with an old plantation, and the ghosts that still reside there. Listen on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE. And finally, Holly Porter's episode about surviving 70 days in the hospital with COVID, and the visions she experienced during that time, are astounding. Listen on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE. And friends, to read up on Dr. Raymond and his life, here is his website!Here is his Insta, so you can stay in the know! As well as his Facebook!And then, to support this intrepid author, click here to buy "A Democratic and Republican Faith: A Public Theology for a Church and Nation in Crisis”To take a gander at his Substack, click on this BUTTON!And finally, to check out "Reckless and Wild" on Spotify, click HERE! And your bit of beauty is this: RECKLESS AND WILD'S website where you can check out this band and their villan origin story! ;-) Here's a blurb from their bio: "What do you call a band where the two singers/songwriters come from very diverse backgrounds? One, a former New York model was working the late-night city music scene, writing and recording with "the B-52's" and doing soundtracks for movies, including a Stephen King film. The other? Would you believe a full-time Presbyterian minister? The resulting band is Reckless and Wild, tying Reckless Ray "The Rev" Roberts to his foil, Johnny Wild Coté. Together this duo is out to make rock history by creating genre-fluid music!Enjoy everyone!

    Interview: Mysterious Synchronicity: A Powerful Story of Connection and Healing!

  6. Aug 21 ·  Bonus

    Byte: Mysterious Synchronicity: A Powerful Story of Connection and Healing!

    Discover a powerful story of mysterious synchronicity, grief, spiritual connection, and how being in the right place at the right time can bring unexpected healing.The world is full of mystery, magic, and sometimes mayhem.Every so often, something happens that makes us pause and wonder whether life is simply a series of random events—or whether there are moments when we find ourselves exactly where we are meant to be.In a recent conversation with Dr. Raymond Roberts, a pastor with more than 40 years of experience, author, and musician, he shared one such story. It involved a lightning strike, a small church in Virginia, a devastating family tragedy, and an extraordinary chain of events that placed him in a position to offer comfort when it was needed most.Was it coincidence? Synchronicity? Divine providence?Whatever name you give it, the story is a powerful reminder that our connections with other people can matter in ways we may not understand until much later. A Strange Beginning at Providence Presbyterian ChurchAs a young pastor, Dr. Raymond Roberts was invited to speak at Providence Presbyterian Church in southern Virginia.A friend drove him to the church, where the congregation gathered for dinner before the service. Dr. Roberts had previously spoken at a youth retreat for the local presbytery, which was how the church had learned about him.Everything seemed relatively ordinary—until the service was about to begin.The clerk of session stepped outside and called for the young men waiting beneath a large oak tree to come inside.At that exact moment, lightning struck the tree. The Power of Being in the Right Place at the Right TimeA series of seemingly unrelated events had brought him to that church. A lightning strike had marked the beginning of the evening. His friend had unexpectedly arranged for him to travel home with a grieving family.And that family turned out to be mourning a young man Dr. Roberts had recently known.Sometimes, this is how healing enters a difficult moment. Not through an explanation. Not through a perfect set of words. But through presence. Does Everything Happen for a Reason?Is every coincidence a sign? Dr. Roberts offered an important distinction. He does not believe that every tragedy is caused by God or that every event has a simple explanation. He does not believe, for example, that God caused Calvin's death. Life contains tragedy, loss, and events that can be impossible to understand. But Dr. Roberts does believe in the possibility of a redeeming presence. Synchronicity, Connection, and the Mystery of LifeThe story of Dr. Raymond Roberts and Calvin's family is ultimately a story about connection. It is about the mysterious intersections that occur in our lives. If you'd like to hear other episodes of the podcast that deal with magical synchronicity, being in the right place at the right time, or stories of spiritual connection, here are some offerings for you! Gloria Vanderhoorst shares her story of being profoundly ill as a child, and close to Death, until a mysterious glowing woman entered her room and healed her. A spiritually profound encounter, her experience reminds us that healing happens in all sorts of ways! Listen on Spotify HERE, on Apple HERE! Birmingham, Alabama's Inaugural Poet Laureate shares a mysterious story of healing and encounter in this episode, "The Woman In The Yellow Apron." A story from the South, it engages with an old plantation, and the ghosts that still reside there. Listen on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE. And finally, Holly Porter's episode about surviving 70 days in the hospital with COVID, and the visions she experienced during that time, are astounding. Listen on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE. And friends, to read up on Dr. Raymond and his life, here is his website!Here is his Insta, so you can stay in the know! As well as his Facebook!And then, to support this intrepid author, click here to buy "A Democratic and Republican Faith: A Public Theology for a Church and Nation in Crisis” To take a gander at his Substack, click on this BUTTON!And finally, to check out "Reckless and Wild" on Spotify, click HERE! And your bit of beauty is this: RECKLESS AND WILD'S website where you can check out this band and their villan origin story! ;-) Here's a blurb from their bio: "What do you call a band where the two singers/songwriters come from very diverse backgrounds? One, a former New York model was working the late-night city music scene, writing and recording with "the B-52's" and doing soundtracks for movies, including a Stephen King film. The other? Would you believe a full-time Presbyterian minister? The resulting band is Reckless and Wild, tying Reckless Ray "The Rev" Roberts to his foil, Johnny Wild Coté. Together this duo is out to make rock history by creating genre-fluid music!Enjoy everyone!

    Byte: Mysterious Synchronicity: A Powerful Story of Connection and Healing!

  7. Aug 15

    Interview: Hannah Forest ~ Fairies, The Fae, Paranormal Encounters & Magic! (Whew!)

    What happens when we open ourselves to the fae, nature spirits, flower essences, and the mystery of the natural world? Hannah Forest shares her experiences with synchronicity, spiritual encounters, and living in relationship with nature. There are some conversations that leave you thinking long after the microphone has been turned off.My conversation with Hannah Forest was one of those. Hannah is an intuitive naturopath, herbalist, and lover of the natural world. Her work explores the quiet, everyday practices that shape our health, our homes, and our relationship with nature. But what really drew me into our conversation was her relationship with the fae, nature spirits, flower essences, and the unseen world. And then there was the story about the ghost who touched her shoulder. The Synchronicity That Led Hannah to Her MentorWas it coincidence?Was it synchronicity?Was it simply a series of ordinary events that happened to line up?Hannah doesn't need to force an answer.That's part of the magic. The Time Hannah Felt a Spirit Touch Her ShoulderHannah says the experience was particularly striking because she doesn't consider herself someone who routinely sees or hears spirits. She doesn't describe herself as clairvoyant, nor does she regularly communicate with the dead.This was different. Why Stories About the Fae Still MatterThe idea of faeries can easily be dismissed as children's fantasy.But stories about fae and nature spirits have existed across cultures for centuries, often reflecting a deeper relationship between people and the landscapes they inhabit.Whether understood literally or symbolically, these stories can encourage us to treat the natural world as something more than a collection of resources. Final Thoughts: Open Your Heart to the MysteryMy conversation with Hannah Forest reminded me why stories about the mysterious and unseen continue to captivate us.They're not necessarily about proving that ghosts exist or convincing someone to believe in the fae.They're about wonder.They're about those strange moments when life seems to line up in ways we couldn't have planned.They're about the possibility that the world might be more mysterious, more alive, and more interconnected than we usually allow ourselves to imagine. Check out my other interviews with guests that include stories of the fae! Jennessee Rosenberg's Interview where she shares her funny story of the Fae, and how they purposely made sure she got lost in the woods! "Fairies Think They're Funny (Getting Lost In The Woods), Listen on Apple, HERE. Listen on Spotify HERE. "The Magic Of Amazonian Forest Gods/Tricksters (And Other Tales), where I interview Sally Smith. A crazy story of encounter, you can listen on Spotify HERE. On Apple, HERE. "All The Spirits We Cannot See! Japanese Animist Magic!" I interview Junko Nagao for this episode, and she shares the very potent and alive traditions of her ancestors! Spotify HERE, Apple HERE! OK, so first things first: Hannah's website-->> check it out HERE.And then, her Substack, filled with gorgeousness, HERE.Woot! Now her sweet Instagram...where green things grow...HERE!And guess what everyone? She has THE BEST PODCAST, called "Old Ways for the New Age," which is, "A hearth-centred podcast exploring herbalism, folk magic, astrology and seasonal rhythms through a grounded, practical lens." (I snagged that description off of her website, and it was perfect, so there it is!)To listen on Apple Pods, click HERE.On Spotify, click HERE! To check out my website, click here! Please follow & subscribe, so you don't miss any of the excellent humans and their stories...of magic, mystery (sometimes mayhem) and miracle! xoxo AND, your bit of beauty, babes is a bit more info about FINDHORN! Here is a link to the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland, check that out when you have a moment. BUT, to see a bit more of why I am smitten and enchanted with this little patch of the world, this video, put out by the Findhorn Foundation titled, "A Message from the Spirit of Honeysuckle." Hooray! Enjoy this introduction to this gorgeous plant and who knows, you might just find a new best friend!

    Interview: Hannah Forest ~ Fairies, The Fae, Paranormal Encounters & Magic! (Whew!)

  8. Aug 15 ·  Bonus

    Byte: Hannah Forest ~ Fairies, The Fae, Paranormal Encounters & Magic! (Whew!)

    What happens when we open ourselves to the fae, nature spirits, flower essences, and the mystery of the natural world? Hannah Forest shares her experiences with synchronicity, spiritual encounters, and living in relationship with nature. There are some conversations that leave you thinking long after the microphone has been turned off.My conversation with Hannah Forest was one of those. Hannah is an intuitive naturopath, herbalist, and lover of the natural world. Her work explores the quiet, everyday practices that shape our health, our homes, and our relationship with nature. But what really drew me into our conversation was her relationship with the fae, nature spirits, flower essences, and the unseen world. And then there was the story about the ghost who touched her shoulder. The Synchronicity That Led Hannah to Her MentorWas it coincidence?Was it synchronicity?Was it simply a series of ordinary events that happened to line up?Hannah doesn't need to force an answer.That's part of the magic. The Time Hannah Felt a Spirit Touch Her ShoulderHannah says the experience was particularly striking because she doesn't consider herself someone who routinely sees or hears spirits. She doesn't describe herself as clairvoyant, nor does she regularly communicate with the dead.This was different. Why Stories About the Fae Still MatterThe idea of faeries can easily be dismissed as children's fantasy.But stories about fae and nature spirits have existed across cultures for centuries, often reflecting a deeper relationship between people and the landscapes they inhabit.Whether understood literally or symbolically, these stories can encourage us to treat the natural world as something more than a collection of resources. Final Thoughts: Open Your Heart to the MysteryMy conversation with Hannah Forest reminded me why stories about the mysterious and unseen continue to captivate us.They're not necessarily about proving that ghosts exist or convincing someone to believe in the fae.They're about wonder.They're about those strange moments when life seems to line up in ways we couldn't have planned.They're about the possibility that the world might be more mysterious, more alive, and more interconnected than we usually allow ourselves to imagine. Check out my other interviews with guests that include stories of the fae! Jennessee Rosenberg's Interview where she shares her funny story of the Fae, and how they purposely made sure she got lost in the woods! "Fairies Think They're Funny (Getting Lost In The Woods), Listen on Apple, HERE. Listen on Spotify HERE. "The Magic Of Amazonian Forest Gods/Tricksters (And Other Tales), where I interview Sally Smith. A crazy story of encounter, you can listen on Spotify HERE. On Apple, HERE. "All The Spirits We Cannot See! Japanese Animist Magic!" I interview Junko Nagao for this episode, and she shares the very potent and alive traditions of her ancestors! Spotify HERE, Apple HERE! OK, so first things first: Hannah's website-->> check it out HERE.And then, her Substack, filled with gorgeousness, HERE.Woot! Now her sweet Instagram...where green things grow...HERE!And guess what everyone? She has THE BEST PODCAST, called "Old Ways for the New Age," which is, "A hearth-centred podcast exploring herbalism, folk magic, astrology and seasonal rhythms through a grounded, practical lens." (I snagged that description off of her website, and it was perfect, so there it is!)To listen on Apple Pods, click HERE.On Spotify, click HERE! To check out my website, click here! Please follow & subscribe, so you don't miss any of the excellent humans and their stories...of magic, mystery (sometimes mayhem) and miracle! xoxo AND, your bit of beauty, babes is a bit more info about FINDHORN! Here is a link to the Findhorn Foundation in Scotland, check that out when you have a moment. BUT, to see a bit more of why I am smitten and enchanted with this little patch of the world, this video, put out by the Findhorn Foundation titled, "A Message from the Spirit of Honeysuckle." Hooray! Enjoy this introduction to this gorgeous plant and who knows, you might just find a new best friend!

    Byte: Hannah Forest ~ Fairies, The Fae, Paranormal Encounters & Magic! (Whew!)
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True paranormal encounters, Angel & afterlife stories, unexplained experiences, stories of near death & beyond, & finally, miracle & mystery interviews...this show has all this and more!   There is one undisputable fact-we're all on this beautiful, swirling planet experiencing the magic of life, of beauty, of the world, as well as the mystery of all of it! This podcast brings you these stories- spiritual interviews with all sorts of humans who have had encounters with angels, UFO's, ghosts, The Ancestors, as well as the Black Dog of Myth (just to name a few!). These are people who have witnessed things they cannot explain, people who have received advice from beyond the grave, people who have risen up from the ashes to triumph and build new lives. Here are stories that will lift you up, that will enchant you, that will remind you that this world is deeply alive. Go ahead, take a listen-this is the podcast for you. (all you need to do is hit PLAY!)

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  • Creator
    Kirsten Rudberg
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    648
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Byte Sized Blessings