The Alighted Way

Janelle & Colleen

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We explore stories of mystical adventure, inner transformation, and a little bit of fire – sometimes literally. This show is about pushing limits into the unknown, discovering who we really are in the process, and celebrating the moments of connection that make us feel more alive.

Sep 10

Awakening Delos

In Episode 19 of The Alighted Way, Janelle jumps “from the frying pan straight into the flames,” sharing excerpts from her journal about energy work done in Greece alongside a fellow practitioner named Kelly. It’s a more intimate, behind-the-scenes look than usual: rather than describing a site’s history, Janelle opens up what actually happens in a working session, where the two women tune in through words, images, and something like watching a movie—often seeing different pieces of the same work before they meet in the middle. The account moves from remote pre-trip sessions, which paired Avebury and Glastonbury in England with the Acropolis and Delphi in Greece, to Janelle’s own time on the ground in Athens and Delphi, working with dragon-blood oil and Glastonbury holy-thorn oil amid a strong Athena theme. The heart of the episode is Delos—reached by a rushed ferry from Mykonos—where the energy felt surprisingly low and “sleepy,” and where much of the deeper work unfolded. What follows is a vivid, experiential story of raising and awakening Delos: an initiation before the angels, a message about nine dragon eggs to hatch around the world, the realigning of the three ley lines that cross the island, and three young dragons anchoring a bridge meant to stay open. Janelle offers it plainly as her lived experience—“a lot for someone to hear”—and closes on a dream about the wounded masculine and feminine longing to be reunited. 🔥 Key Moments 00:07 — Welcome and setup: sharing journal excerpts of energy work done for and at Greece 01:10 — How the sessions work: tuning in with Kelly through words, images, and “watching a movie” 02:20 — Remote pre-trip sessions: pairing Avebury and Glastonbury with the Acropolis and Delphi 03:30 — At the Acropolis in Athens: a baby girl dragon hatches, and the story of Athena 04:40 — Dragon blood oil and Glastonbury holy thorn oil; heart work at Delphi 05:43 — Delos, the dowsing rods, and a surprise: the energy feels low, not high 07:30 — The message of nine dragon eggs, and an initiation before the angels 09:30 — The “upgrade,” the golden map, and a plan to hatch eggs around the world 11:38 — Raising and awakening Delos: becoming the snake, ocean energy, ancient buildings coming online 14:30 — A repository of wisdom, third-eye scans, and Kelly stepping into her power 16:30 — Realigning the three ley lines at Delos, and the dragons anchoring the bridge 17:54 — Booted out to regroup, and a dream about the wounded masculine and feminine 💬 Memorable Quotes “This show is about pushing limits into the unknown, discovering who we really are.” “There’s never the same type of work that’s done twice.” “We are bridge builders.” “Keep the flame of curiosity burning.” 🪶 Themes Explored Sacred-Site Energy Work • Dragon Eggs & Ley Lines • Greece: Acropolis, Delphi & Delos • The Divine Feminine • Bridge Building • The Wounded Masculine & Feminine 💠 Takeaway Message Some of this work resists tidy explanation—it’s felt, seen, and lived rather than argued. What comes through is a picture of quiet service: showing up at a place that isn’t quite awake, doing the patient work of clearing what doesn’t belong, and trusting that connection between the divine feminine and the Earth can be rebuilt one bridge at a time. Whether you receive it as spiritual experience or as one woman’s honest account of her inner world, the invitation is to stay open, stay curious, and honour the healing the masculine and feminine still seek in each of us. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Introductory Dragon Course — live now at thealightedway.com ✨ Call to Action If this journey moved you, share The Alighted Way with someone drawn to sacred sites, dragons, and the divine feminine. Join us next time, when Janelle interviews Kelly about her memories of the Greece work and how dragons and angels slowly became part of her life (dropping September 24). And if you’d like to go deeper, Janelle’s introductory Dragon Course is live now at thealightedway.com—become part of the community, or “brood” in dragon speak. New episodes drop twice monthly on Thursdays, so be open, come along for the wild ride, and keep the flame of curiosity burning.
Aug 27

The Dragon's Tale

In Episode 18 of The Alighted Way, Janelle sits down with author and mystic Tanis Helliwell, who has seen higher realms and spoken with masters, angels, and elementals since childhood. Founder of the International Institute for Transformation and a guide to sacred sites for over two decades, Tanis brings a lifetime of experience to a wide-ranging conversation about dragons and the expansion of human consciousness. Using her book The Dragon’s Tale as a starting point, the two explore how people are being called to dragons now, and what it takes to embody higher frequencies through positive thought, emotion, and action. Tanis explains her decades-long work on the pineal gland—what she calls the “unicell”—and the crystals within the body that awaken as our frequency rises, weaving together spiritual teaching with a curiosity about what science is still catching up to. The discussion travels from the twelve chakras and twelve dimensions to the Great Central Sun, from prana and breatharians to the differences in how East and West have understood dragons. Tanis shares stories from sacred-site tours at Stonehenge, Machu Picchu, and Newgrange, and reflects on balancing a Christian upbringing with many worlds—the cosmic Christ, the avatars, and the hybrids she has written about. It closes on an open-ended note of curiosity and the value of living fully in the present. 🔥 Key Moments 00:07 — Welcome and introducing Tanis Helliwell: seer, author, and sacred-site guide 02:45 — A standout dragon story: children meeting dragons at a summer camp 05:27 — Embodying higher frequencies through positive thought, emotion, and action 08:15 — The pineal gland, the “unicell,” and the crystals that raise our frequency 10:36 — Beyond seven chakras: twelve chakras, twelve dimensions, and the Great Central Sun 12:31 — Prana, chi, and the life energy dragons feed on — including breatharians 14:43 — The bridge between humans and dragons, and why the West “demonized” them 16:10 — Eastern vs. Western dragon mythology: China, the emperor, and Quetzalcoatl 18:45 — Twenty-two years of sacred-site tours: Stonehenge, Machu Picchu, and Newgrange 22:22 — Dragon eggs, dragon lines, and dragon temples: Delos, Rosslyn Chapel, and Chartres 23:49 — Balancing a Christian path with many worlds: the cosmic Christ and the avatars 27:22 — Hybrids, giants, and 22 intelligent beings; the edited Bible and Yogananda’s lineage 34:14 — What Tanis is still curious about, and living fully in the present 💬 Memorable Quotes “Truth is evolving. Truth is not stationary.” “What’s possible for one is possible for all.” “Christ is a title: Jesus the Christ, Krishna the Christ.” “We’re a link between heaven and earth.” 🪶 Themes Explored Dragons & Higher Frequencies • The Pineal Gland & Crystals • Chakras & Dimensions • Dragon Lines & Sacred Sites • Eastern & Western Dragon Myth • The Cosmic Christ & Avatars • Hybrids & Other Realms 💠 Takeaway Message Raising our frequency isn’t a technique to master so much as a way of living—staying positive, trusting a deeper plan even when things look difficult, and letting body and soul move upward together. Whether you meet these ideas as spiritual teaching or as questions science hasn’t yet answered, the invitation is the same: stay curious, remain in the present, and take up the quiet work of helping the Earth and every being on it return to harmony. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Tanis Helliwell — guest; author, teacher, and founder of IIT (YouTube: @Tanishelliwell) International Institute for Transformation (IIT) — programs for conscious spiritual transformation, founded 2000 The Dragon’s Tale — Tanis Helliwell’s book, referenced throughout the episode Paramahansa Yogananda — Autobiography of a Yogi — and his lineage teacher, Sri Yukteswar Stonehenge — English Heritage, Wiltshire, England Machu Picchu — Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, Peru Newgrange (Brú na Bóinne) — Boyne Valley, Ireland Rosslyn Chapel — Scotland; considered a dragon temple Also mentioned: Delos (Greece), Chartres Cathedral, dragon and ley lines, the Great Central Sun, prana/chi, and Quetzalcoatl ✨ Call to Action If this conversation opened a door for you, share The Alighted Way with someone drawn to dragons, sacred sites, and the expansion of consciousness. Explore Tanis Helliwell’s books and courses at tanishelliwell.com, and follow the podcast for more journeys beyond the edge of your boundaries. New episodes drop twice monthly on Thursdays—so be open, come along for the wild ride, and keep the flame of curiosity burning.
Aug 13

Dragon Eggs, Dragon Lines & the Journey of the Little Dragons

In Episode 17 of The Alighted Way, Janelle shares the story of the dragon eggs she has received through visions, beginning with an egg gifted to her in Japan and continuing with the arrival of six eggs so far. She describes caring for the young dragons energetically, watching them hatch, and eventually accompanying three of them to Greece in 2023, where they were guided to the sacred island of Delos. The conversation explores the mysterious relationship between dragons and the dragon lines that Janelle has been following around the world. Janelle discusses the energetic currents she experienced at Delos and how these currents mirror those at Avebury, as well as her later journey with two more dragons to Roslyn Chapel. Colleen joins Janelle for a deeper conversation about what it means to care for dragons, how the dragons communicate their readiness and destinations, and why human involvement may be part of a larger mystery. Together, they explore intuition, surrender, energetic connection, and the ongoing search for others who may be doing similar work. 🔥 Key Moments 00:07 — Welcome back and introduction to the story of the dragon eggs00:53 — Japan, Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, and the beginning of the dragon egg story04:00 — A dragon-filled temple and the vision of the first dragon egg06:10 — The promise of nine dragon eggs and caring for the young dragons06:56 — Three dragons travel with Janelle to Greece and are guided to Delos08:00 — Dragon care through visions, attention, love, and shared knowledge09:00 — Two more eggs arrive and eventually travel to Roslyn Chapel10:00 — Why dragons may need human involvement in this realm12:48 — Colleen joins the conversation to explore dragon care and the transition to an “empty nest”14:32 — The energy currents at Delos and their connection to Avebury15:53 — The etheric body and the concept of Earth’s energetic layer18:11 — Recognizing when a dragon is ready—or not ready—to travel19:35 — Following the work without knowing the larger picture20:29 — The search for others working with dragon eggs and the pieces of the puzzle22:04 — The remaining three eggs and the mystery of where they may go24:05 — Trusting the dragons to call when they need something25:14 — Closing reflections and a preview of Episode 18 💬 Memorable Quotes “You’re asked to do your part of it.”“It’s like pieces of a puzzle.”“When they need me to do something, they’re like, ‘Hey, do this,’ and then I do it.”“I still don’t feel like I know very much.” 🪶 Themes Explored Dragon Eggs • Dragon Lines • Sacred Sites • Visions & Intuition • Energetic Currents • Dragon Care • Surrender & Trust • Following the Mystery 💠 Takeaway Message Janelle’s story is ultimately about following a path without having the complete map. The dragon eggs arrive when they are meant to, the destinations reveal themselves one step at a time, and the larger purpose remains a mystery. This episode invites listeners to consider what it means to trust the next step, care for what has been entrusted to us, and remain open to the possibility that our individual pieces of the puzzle may eventually connect with a much larger story. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Japan: Shinto shrines and Buddhist templesDragon lines and energy currentsDelos, GreeceAvebury, EnglandRoslyn ChapelTannis Helliwell and The Dragon’s TaleThe Alighted Way introductory dragon course ✨ Call to Action If this episode sparked curiosity about dragons, sacred sites, or the mysteries that connect them, share The Alighted Way with someone who enjoys exploring the unknown. Follow the podcast for upcoming episodes as Janelle continues the search for answers—and joins Tannis Helliwell for a conversation about The Dragon’s Tale. The introductory dragon course is also available through The Alighted Way website.
Jul 30

Walking the Dragon Line: Sacred Sites, Earth Energies & Trusting Intuition

In Episode 16 of The Alighted Way, Janelle and Colleen continue their conversation following Janelle's journey along England's dragon line, exploring the profound experiences that unfolded while visiting sacred sites connected to the Michael Mary Line. Together, they reflect on how this journey differed from Ireland, where exploration began, and how England invited a much deeper immersion into the energetic landscape.The discussion explores the unique qualities of places such as Saint Michael's Mount, Glastonbury, Merlin's Cave, Saint Nectan's Glen, Cadbury Castle, and Avebury. Janelle shares how each location carried its own distinct energetic signature, from experiencing the balanced union of masculine and feminine energies where the Michael and Mary lines intersect, to sensing the enduring presence of Archangel Michael at Saint Michael's Mount. As the conversation unfolds, Janelle offers insight into how sacred sites communicate differently with each visitor, emphasizing the importance of approaching these places with respect, openness, and without expectation. She describes moments of intuitive guidance, receiving messages in stillness, learning to distinguish her own energy from that of a place, and recognizing that sacred sites themselves choose when—and how—to interact. Ultimately, this episode becomes a conversation about listening deeply, developing sensitivity to subtle energies, and cultivating a relationship with both the Earth and our own intuition. Whether listeners view these experiences spiritually, symbolically, or simply with curiosity, the episode offers an invitation to slow down, become present, and allow mystery to reveal itself in its own time. 🔥 Key Moments00:58 — Reflecting on how sacred travel continues long after returning home.02:26 — The shift from exploring Ireland to fully immersing in England's dragon line.03:22 — The Michael Mary Line and the balancing of masculine and feminine energies.05:20 — Standing at Saint Michael's Mount where multiple energetic lines converge.06:20 — Comparing the lingering energy of Saint Michael's Mount with Bodh Gaya in India.07:36 — Experiencing Archangel Michael through colour frequencies and protection.09:12 — What it means to genuinely "feel" the energy of a sacred place.09:45 — Merlin's Cave, intuitive guidance, and returning when the timing was right.12:11 — Asking permission before entering sacred spaces and respecting the land.13:46 — Saint Nectan's Glen, ceremony, contemplation, and immersion in sacred waters.15:11 — Heart healing, shamanic experiences, and expanding the capacity to love.17:18 — Earth's chakras and the energetic nature of sacred sites.17:39 — Why Avebury felt more energetically active than Stonehenge.19:23 — Practical advice for anyone visiting a sacred site for the first time. 💬 Memorable Quotes"It's like the unifying of the masculine and feminine into this incredible balanced energy.""Sometimes the sacred sites aren't ready for you. It's a dance.""It's good to know what energy is yours... and what energy is already there.""Go in respectfully. It doesn't have to interact with you.""Have an open heart, have an open mind, and have no expectations."🪶 Themes ExploredSacred Sites • Dragon Lines • Michael Mary Line • Earth Energies • Intuition • Archangel Michael • Heart Healing • Permission & Respect • Energy Awareness • Spiritual Travel • Presence • Personal Evolution 💠 Takeaway MessageThis episode reminds us that sacred places are more than historical landmarks—they can become living teachers when approached with openness, humility, and respect. Rather than seeking extraordinary experiences, Janelle encourages listeners to arrive without expectations, trust their intuition, and simply be present. Whether through moments of stillness, subtle sensations, or profound inner shifts, meaningful connection often unfolds naturally when we allow the land to meet us on its own terms. ✨ Call to ActionIf this conversation inspired you to explore sacred places with fresh eyes, share The Alighted Way with someone who enjoys spiritual travel, earth energies, and personal transformation. Follow the podcast for future episodes as Janelle continues her dragon line journeys—including her remarkable experiences in Japan and Greece—and explores the mysteries that invite us to live with greater curiosity, awareness, and wonder.
Jul 16

Dragon Lines Across Southern England

🎙️ Episode Summary In Episode 15 of The Alighted Way, Janelle continues her Dragon Stories series with a journey along one of the great energy lines of the British Isles. After dipping a toe into the Michael–Apollo line in Ireland back in Episode 11, she widens her exploration to the Michael and Mary line—a roughly 350-mile alignment that runs across southern England from St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall to the Norfolk coast. Weaving together folklore and hands-on energy work, Janelle traces how this line was described by Alfred Watkins and later mapped through the dowsing research of John Michell and of Broadhurst and Miller. She shares her own 2017 pilgrimage to four crossing points—St Michael’s Mount, Cadbury Castle, Glastonbury, and Avebury—where the masculine Michael current and the feminine Mary current meet at stone circles, churches, and ancient chambers. Along the way she follows the threads of Arthurian legend, from Cadbury Castle’s claim as Camelot to Joseph of Arimathea, the Holy Grail, and the graves said to lie beneath Glastonbury Abbey. The episode closes with the earth chakras, Glastonbury’s healing springs, and Avebury’s serpent temple—balancing the documented history of these places with the living, personal experience of working with their energy. 🔥 Key Moments 00:08 — Welcome back and recap: Ireland, Skellig Michael, and the Michael–Apollo line from Episode 1101:40 — Introducing the Michael and Mary line: ~350 miles from St Michael’s Mount to Hopton in Norfolk02:50 — Mapping the line: Alfred Watkins, John Michell, and the dowsing work of Broadhurst and Miller04:20 — St Michael’s Mount as the meeting place of the two lines, and how the masculine and feminine currents weave together05:52 — The crossing points and Janelle’s route: St Michael’s Mount, Cadbury Castle, Glastonbury, and Avebury07:30 — Cadbury Castle and Camelot: a King Arthur rabbit hole through Joseph of Arimathea, Jesus, and the Holy Grail at Avalon11:09 — Arthur’s reburial at the high altar where Michael and Mary cross, plus a detour to Tintagel and St Nectan’s Glen14:30 — Back to Glastonbury: the Wattle Church, Joseph’s staff, and the Holy Thorn tree16:29 — The chakras of the earth: the colours, the “heart chakra of the world,” and Glastonbury’s red and white springs19:30 — The Tor, the druids’ Dragon Path, and Avebury: the world’s largest stone circle and serpent temple21:43 — Apollo, Leto, and Delos: the rare three-current crossings, reflections on energy exchange, and closing thoughts💬 Memorable Quotes “I went from toe dipping in Ireland to immersing myself, up to my thighs, in England.”“It has been suggested that Glastonbury may be the heart chakra for the world.”🪶 Themes Explored Dragon & Ley Lines • The Michael and Mary Line • Sacred Sites of England • Arthurian Legend & the Holy Grail • Earth Chakras & Energy Work • Masculine & Feminine Currents 💠 Takeaway Message Sacred places hold both a documented history and a felt presence, and the two need not compete. Whether the Michael and Mary line is read as folklore, as dowsed energy, or as the shared memory of the people who marked these sites over thousands of years, walking it with curiosity and respect changes something. Sometimes the land supports us; sometimes we are invited to help bring its energy back online. Either way, the invitation is the same—to show up, pay attention, and let these places meet us halfway. 🔗 Mentions The Michael and Mary line — southern England ley line (~350 miles)Alfred Watkins — early writing on ley lines and alignmentsJohn Michell, and Broadhurst & Miller — dowsing research and books (1989, 2000)St Michael’s Mount, Cornwall — where the two lines meetCadbury Castle — possible site of CamelotGlastonbury — Abbey, Chalice Well, White Spring, the Tor, Magdalene Chapel, and the Holy Thorn treeTintagel and Merlin’s Cave; St Nectan’s GlenAvebury Stone Circle — serpent temple, surveyed by William Stukeley in 1724Joseph of Arimathea, King Arthur, and the Holy GrailDelos, Greece — Apollo, Leto, and the three earth-current crossingsIntroductory Dragon Course — available now at thealightedway.com ✨ Call to Action If this episode stirred your curiosity, share The Alighted Way with someone who loves sacred places, old stories, and the energy that runs beneath them. Follow the podcast for upcoming episodes—including a companion chat where Colleen and Janelle unpack Episode 15—and explore Janelle’s introductory Dragon Course at theAlightedWay.com. New episodes drop twice monthly on Thursdays, so come along for the wild ride, and keep the flame of curiosity burning.
Jun 25

Dragon Keeper: Messages from the Dragons

🎙️ Episode Summary In Episode 14 of The Alighted Way, Janelle sits down with Jody for a fascinating conversation about her experiences as what others have called a “dragon keeper.” Jody shares how her lifelong connection with dragons gradually evolved from childhood fascination into a deeply personal spiritual relationship characterized by intuition, guidance, and a sense of stewardship rather than ownership. Together, they explore dragon communication, sightings in cloud formations, the experience of assigning dragons to individuals in need, and the role dragons play as companions, protectors, guides, and energetic allies. The discussion also touches on dragon eggs, dragon riders, sacred travel, and the concept of dragon lines woven through the Earth’s energetic landscape. Moving beyond dragons themselves, the conversation becomes an exploration of trust, surrender, soul healing, ancestral integration, and personal evolution. Through stories, reflections, and shared experiences, this episode invites listeners to consider the possibility that transformation often begins when we learn to listen to subtle guidance and follow the call into the unknown. 🔥 Key Moments 00:08 — Introduction to Jody and the concept of being a dragon keeper 01:09 — Childhood connections and the first dragon sightings 02:45 — Hearing dragon messages and developing deeper communication 04:16 — Being called the 'keeper of dragons' and what that means 05:11 — Sending dragons to people in need of support and protection 07:44 — Dragon eggs, dragon companions, and personal dragon journeys 10:43 — Calling upon dragons for protection and guidance 13:18 — Knowing when someone is ready to receive dragon support 15:00 — Sacred travel, energy work, and following intuitive guidance 16:00 — Dragon lines, ley lines, and working with Earth's energy 20:42 — Dragon riders, initiations, and memories of other lifetimes 24:00 — Soul healing, wholeness, and reconnecting with lost aspects of self 29:31 — Laying down the warrior's weapons and choosing love 💬 Memorable Quotes “They're just there. It's the knowing.” “I don't keep dragons. I tend to them until they're needed somewhere else.” “I just allow. The dragons are much wiser than I am.” “You don't even need to move. You just hold a space of love.” 🪶 Themes Explored Dragon Guidance • Intuition & Trust • Protection & Stewardship • Dragon Lines & Sacred Sites • Soul Retrieval • Personal Transformation • Spiritual Evolution 💠 Takeaway Message This episode reminds us that meaningful transformation often requires trust in what cannot always be explained. Whether viewed as spiritual allies, symbols, or archetypal forces, the dragons in Jody’s story represent guidance, protection, wisdom, and the ongoing journey toward wholeness. By listening deeply, following intuitive nudges, and remaining open to mystery, we may discover new dimensions of ourselves and our connection to the world around us. ✨ Call to Action If this episode sparked your curiosity, share The Alighted Way with someone who enjoys exploring spiritual mysteries and personal transformation. Follow the podcast for future conversations about dragons, sacred sites, energetic landscapes, and the many paths that lead us toward deeper self-discovery.
Jun 11

Dragons, Grounding, and the Wisdom of Play

In Episode 13 of The Alighted Way, Colleen welcomes Renee, also known as Sagittarius Way, for a heartfelt conversation about dragons as guides, guardians, and companions on the spiritual path. Drawing from her work as a meditation teacher and shamanic practitioner, Renee shares how dragons gradually entered her life through Celtic wisdom studies, meditation, and journey work. Together, they explore the role dragons can play in supporting emotional balance, grounding the nervous system, strengthening personal sovereignty, and encouraging gentle courage. Renee introduces listeners to Igor, the red dragon who serves as one of her primary guides, and discusses how dragon energy can help people feel supported, connected, and safe as they navigate everyday life. The conversation highlights imagination as a sacred tool for spiritual growth and encourages listeners to develop their own direct relationship with dragon energy through meditation, nature connection, and trust in their personal experiences. 🔥 Key Moments • 00:00 — Introduction to Renee (Sagittarius Way) and her dragon-centered meditation work • 02:53 — How dragons first appeared through Celtic wisdom studies and shamanic training • 03:35 — Meeting Igor, the red dragon guide • 04:53 — Dragons as grounding allies for boundaries and personal sovereignty • 07:16 — Why dragons may be appearing more prominently in people's lives • 09:55 — Connecting dragon energy with nature, clouds, and the elements • 12:05 — Dragons as companions, guides, and sources of support • 13:57 — The importance of imagination, play, and joy • 14:24 — Practical ways to begin connecting with dragon energy • 16:44 — Experiences of healing, comfort, and kindness from dragons • 18:09 — Invitation to continue exploring the dragon path 💬 Memorable Quotes • “Dragons will connect with us in a way that we understand.” • “It helps me stay grounded without losing my own sovereignty.” • “Play and joy are where the conversation starts.” • “Trust that the truth that comes from the connection is your truth.” 🪶 Themes Explored Dragon Energy • Grounding & Nervous System Regulation • Personal Sovereignty • Meditation & Intuition • Celtic Wisdom • Imagination & Play • Nature Connection • Spiritual Guidance 💠 Takeaway Message Dragons invite us into a relationship built on trust, patience, imagination, and personal experience. Whether viewed as spiritual allies, symbolic guides, or archetypal energies, they offer a pathway toward greater grounding, courage, emotional balance, and connection with the natural world. 🔗 Resources • Sagittarius Way Website • Sagittarius Way on Insight Timer ✨ Call to Action If this episode inspired you to explore dragons, intuition, or meditation, share The Alighted Way with a friend. Follow the podcast for future conversations exploring spiritual growth, symbolism, and the unseen forces that help guide us through life.
May 28

Folly, Fire & Water: A Dragon Story

🎙️ Episode Summary In this episode of The Alighted Way, recorded on International Women’s Day, Colleen sits down with Edie — a counselor, educator, and Soul Coaching® practitioner — to explore her remarkable journey into the world of dragons. What began with a gifted book and a Reiki vision became a living relationship with a baby dragon named Folly, discovered at the sacred site of Newgrange in Ireland. Edie shares how the fire and water dragon came into her life, what it means to work with the elements through Soul Coaching®, and how Diana Cooper’s dragon teachings connected her spiritual dots. She reflects on the playful, creative energy Folly carries — a reminder not to take life too seriously — and shares her vision of writing dragon fables inspired by these encounters. The conversation also touches on the divine feminine, the goddess connections to dragon energy, and why dragons may be showing up in so many people’s lives right now. 🔥 Key Moments 00:01 — Welcome and International Women’s Day shout-out00:28 — Introduction to Edie: counselor, educator, and Soul Coaching® practitioner01:29 — How Edie first encountered dragons — a gifted book and a Reiki vision02:08 — Seeing through dragon eyes: orange eyes and visioning during a Reiki session03:13 — Diana Cooper’s dragon work and connecting dragons to the elements03:51 — Oracle card reading: the Earth Dragon arrives05:00 — Newgrange, Ireland and the discovery of Folly at the Folly hut07:00 — A medium confirms the baby dragon — fire, water, and color08:18 — Naming the dragon: how “Folly” came to be09:51 — Dragon meditations and the vision of “The Fables of Folly”11:00 — Folly’s message: more play, more creativity, less seriousness12:21 — Fairy Doors, portals, and weaving elements into storytelling13:17 — Does Folly have a message for the audience today?14:14 — Why are dragons here? Clearing energy, dimensions, and the bigger picture15:56 — Dragons, courage, and the divine feminine on International Women’s Day16:52 — Visualizations in Diana Cooper’s dragon book17:18 — Closing reflections on fire, water, and being a Sagittarian fire horse💬 Memorable Quotes “The fire dragon burns off lower energies. The water dragon brings love and play.” “Folly is all about play. We need to play more.” “It’s connected to the divine feminine, the matriarchal, the goddesses.” “Sometimes I’m on the back of a dragon going to different places — I want to bring that into stories.” “She’s your touchstone, your keystone.” 🪶 Themes Explored Fire & Water Dragons • Soul Coaching® & the Elements • Sacred Sites & Spiritual Encounters • Playfulness & Creative Expression • The Divine Feminine • Dragon Communication • Newgrange & Celtic Mysticism • International Women’s Day 💠 Takeaway Message Dragons meet us where we are. For Edie, Folly arrived not with thunder and fire but with colour, warmth, and a gentle nudge toward play. Whether through Reiki visions, oracle cards, or sacred sites halfway around the world, dragon energy invites us to lighten our step, trust our creative instincts, and remember that the divine feminine — and a little bit of folly — might be exactly what the world needs right now. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Diana Cooper — Dragons: Your Celestial Guardians (book & oracle cards)Newgrange, County Meath, Ireland — a sacred Neolithic passage tombSoul Coaching® — a four-element personal transformation process✨ Call to Action Did Folly’s story spark something in you? Share The Alighted Way with someone who could use a reminder to play more. Follow the podcast for upcoming episodes exploring dragons, symbolism, and the forces that shape our inner landscapes.

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We explore stories of mystical adventure, inner transformation, and a little bit of fire – sometimes literally. This show is about pushing limits into the unknown, discovering who we really are in the process, and celebrating the moments of connection that make us feel more alive. — Contact Janelle & Colleen: TheAlightedWay.comInstagram: @TheAlightedWayEmail: thealightedway@outlook.com

We explore stories of mystical adventure, inner transformation, and a little bit of fire – sometimes literally. This show is about pushing limits into the unknown, discovering who we really are in the process, and celebrating the moments of connection that make us feel more alive.

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Janelle & Colleen
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2025 - 2026
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