Connecting the Dots Kathlyn Carney

We are sure you’ve heard that meditation and other mindfulness activities are good for you. However, it can be difficult to know how to meditate or find the time to add this ritual into your daily routine. Because of the many misconceptions around mindfulness, we wanted to talk to an expert in making meditation convenient, accessible, and effective. In this episode, we chat with Suze Yalof Schwartz, the Founder and CEO of the Unplug Meditation App and the world's first drop-in secular meditation studio. She is also the author of Unplug: A Simple Guide To Meditation for Busy Skeptics and Modern Soul Seekers.

In 2012, Suze learned a three-minute meditation that changed her life forever. Prior to this, she was a fashion editor and "makeover guru" working at Vogue, Elle, Marie Claire and Glamour Magazine with regular appearances on GMA, The Today Show, CBS Early Show, and more. Once she discovered meditation, she was determined to keep doing it but could not find a place to easily learn and practice. After taking hundreds of hours of classes, reading every book possible, and listening to podcasts and lectures from the world's most famous meditation teachers, Suze realized that meditation needed a makeover and she was the one to do it. Suze's mission is to make meditation simple, accessible, powerful and interesting enough so that everyone will want to practice it and experience the benefits for themselves.

What’s discussed in this episode:
Suze’s career before starting UnplugWhat inspired Suze to start UnplugMyths about meditationThe steps that Suze took to create the world’s first drop-in meditation studioThe different classes that Suze has at the studio and on the appInformation about Unplug’s Meditation Teacher TrainingThe positive impact that meditation has had on SuzeA demonstration of how you can use the Unplug App (check out our YouTube)Special features on the Uplug appWhy meditation should be a part of everyone’s daily routineResearch based benefits of meditationAdvice for meditation newbies
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Do you or someone you know suffer from allergies, autoimmune diseases, or any other so-called “incurable” diseases? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Bradley Campbell about how he uses individualized care and a combination of modalities to help clients heal. He synthesizes the three major causes of disease for listeners and discusses the important role that our mental and emotional state plays in our physical health. Dr. Bradley Campbell is a holistic physician, author, and musician. As part of his mission to robin-hood health back to the masses, Dr. Campbell created a health mentorship program called Campbell Cares, where he combines eastern and western medicine to guide people through his 6 stage process of healing.

In college, he majored in pre-med and saxophone performance and then decided to attend natural medical schools to help people find the true root cause of their problems. Dr. Campbell is currently working on completing 10 post-graduate degrees in natural healthcare. Aside from playing music, he enjoys traveling, waterskiing, motorcycling, and spending time with his Irish Setter, Albus.

What’s discussed in this episode:His extensive education and experienceWhy he decided to become a holistic physician Why Dr. Campbell calls himself the Robin-hood of HealthThe importance of receiving individualized healthcareThe three causes of autoimmune diseaseHow emotions can play a role in autoimmune diseaseThe fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses to stress The different types of trauma people can experience The benefits of Neuro Emotional Technique (NET)Why Dr. Campbell focuses on thoughts, trauma, and toxinsThe most common ways we come in contact with toxins
Social Media Links:Website: www.drbradleycampbell.com/ and https://campbellcaremembership.com/Instagram: @drcampbellcares and @drbradleycampbell Facebook: Dr. Campbell Cares
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If you’ve ever had a loved one pass away, you know that one of the most difficult parts is not being able to communicate with them. However, they might already be trying to communicate with you by showing you some signs, like numbers or symbols repetitively that remind you of them. On today’s episode, we chat with Maria Verdeschi, who is an acclaimed Psychic Medium, Speaker, Best-Selling Author, Teacher and Coach with clients all over the world. Her extraordinary ability to communicate with spirit began at the age of four while living on Long Island.

Now with over a decade of experience, Maria is well known for her accuracy and delivery of evidential messages from departed loved ones. Maria is the host of the spiritual podcast Hello From The Other Side, and is a co-host of the Blog Talk Radio show Reading The Signs. Her best-selling book There Is No Death, Only Life, with a foreword written by Celebrity Medium Thomas John, has provided support to readers while healing from grief, and she is a contributing author in the best selling book The Last Breath.

Maria’s successful coaching and mentorship program features classes on Mediumship, Connecting with Your Loved Ones in Spirit, Meditation and Manifesting. In addition, she is a Master Reiki Practitioner proficient in Pranic Healing. Her ability to connect with teachers, students, clients, guides and departed loved ones is nothing short of astonishing. She is extremely passionate about being a spiritual leader and educator, helping people connect to the inner side and expand their own innate psychic and mediumship abilities. Most important to Maria is that people understand the simple truth that, "there is no death - only life."

What’s discussed in this episode:How and when Maria first learned that she was a mediumWhat it’s like when Maria receives messages and communicates with spiritsThe importance of having a mentor and continuing to grow your knowledge and skillsHow Maria is able to set boundaries with spiritsThe difference between mediums and psychics Why Maria doesn’t recommend people take mind altering substances before a readingThe environment you need to be in for a good readingWhat readings with Maria are likeWhat to look for when trying to find a mediumExperiences Maria has had with different clients Why we need to listen to our intuition and gut feelingsWhat people can do to develop their own gifts and intuition A new way to view death
Social Media Links:Website: https://www.mariaverdeschi.com/Instagram: @mariaverdeschi TikTok: @mariaverdeschi Facebook: @mariaverdeschiTwitter: @MVerdeschi
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In this episode, we chat with Mariliis Moelder about all things astrology and spiritual coaching, including learning about the sun, moon, and rising signs; soulmates and twin flames; and even body astrology. Mariliis is a Spiritual Coach specializing in Awakening, Integration, and Acceleration. She loves to mix and match mystic teachings, esoteric astrology, alternative medicines, meditation with science and analysis while fully immersing herself in the experience of her unique soul journey.

Being a highly intuitive and sensitive being, she's continuously learning how to navigate in this world in the most loving, enjoyable, beneficial way. For her, everything and everyone is simply sacred. She believes in leading by example and empowering herself and others to align with their deepest soul purpose and gifts. Her newest passion project and venture is collecting ancient tea and sharing these very niche limited collectors teas in private and group tastings and rituals.

What’s discussed in this episode:The catalyst for Mariliis’ health journey The different techniques that Mariliis uses in her daily life and in her work Why Mariliis became interested in astrology and the reasons she fell in love with it The difference between traditional astrology and esoteric astrology How our sun, moon, and rising signs show up in our life An explanation of Kathlyn and Melissa’s sun, moon, and rising signs What body astrology is and examples of how it can manifest for certain signsHow Mariliis uses channeling and guided meditations during her sessionsMariliis’ thoughts on soulmates, twin flames, and soul connections Why Mariliis doesn’t do one off sessions anymore
Social Media Links:Website: Astrology of Wellbeing (podia.com)Instagram: @astrologyofwellbeing & @kyllusetee
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If you have been trying to conceive or are looking to start a family in the near or distant future, you are going to love this episode, where we chat with Cristy Murray all about healing infertility holistically. Cristy Murray is a passionate women's health advocate, infertility survivor, and online functional medicine consultant. She focuses on Functional Nutritional Endocrinology to empower her diverse clients with the knowledge they need to achieve their ideal health. She is a Christian mother of 2 who understands the importance of balance in life. As an integrative wellness consultant, she uses a unique blend of evidence-based strategies and holistic approaches to ensure my clients have an individualized plan that works for them. Cristy works with her clients to create simple rituals that bring them closer to their optimum state and unlock their true potential!

What’s discussed in this episode:Cristy’s career path that was guided by her desire to help others Cristy’s journey surviving infertility and the different modalities she utilized to conceive The significance of St. Colette What Cristy does as a nurse practitioner and health coach How Cristy utilizes functional testing, nutrition, data, and more to create individualized health plans for her clients Strategies Cristy used to get through the difficulty of infertility How blood sugar plays a role in fertility Information about male factor infertility Ways to track ovulation Advice for women in their 20s or 30s who want to get pregnant eventually, but not right now Benefits of wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM)Ways to eliminate toxins from your environment
Information about the symbols on plastic water bottles: Plastics by the Numbers | Eartheasy Guides & Articles
Social Media Links:Website: www.blueveilwellness.comGift from Cristy: www.fertilityboostingfoods.comInstagram: @blueveilwellness
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This week’s episode is fascinating because it’s all about plant medicine, specifically Ayahuasca. We chat with Michael Thornhill, co-founder of Casa Galactica in Peru, all about what Ayahuasca is, the science behind how it can help you heal, how to prepare for a plant medicine journey, who should and shouldn’t participate in Ayahuasca ceremonies, and much more.

Michael is a traditionally trained plant spirit healer, professional channel and advocate of trauma-informed care. Recovering from addiction, trauma and abuse have been a big part of Michael's own healing journey. He now dedicates his life to helping others heal themselves. Casa Galactica offers Ayahuasca Healing and Evolution Retreats, online private sessions, and group programs for dedicated inner-truth seekers and multidimensional healers.

What’s discussed in this episode:
Michael’s healing journey that led him to utilize plant medicinesHow to prepare for an Ayahuasca ceremonyWhat to expect during an Ayahuasca retreatThe science behind Ayahuasca and how it helps you access your subconsciousWhy Ayahuasca is a great modality for people who are feeling stuckPeople who should not engage in an Ayahuasca ceremony and other modalities people can tryCharacteristics of legitimate businesses that administer plant medicinesWhy Michael recommends people practice abstinence before, during, and after Ayahuasca retreatsWhy Michael practices trauma-informed careHow sound healing is used at Casa GalacticaThe different plant medicines that Michael and his partner use at Casa GalacticaOnline sessions that Michael offers to help assist clients through traumaHow Michael and his partner are able to channel and connect to beings and guides
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Website: www.casagalactica.com10-Day Ayahuasca Healing & Evolution Retreats: www.casagalactica.com/ayahuasca-retreats-pisac-peruGrowth Portal (this is where we share our podcasts and articles): www.casagalactica.com/growth-portal
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