At My Altar with Trenda Lee

Dr. Trenda Lee

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Spirituality
Semiweekly

At My Altar with Dr. Trenda Lee is a podcast that explores the ways everyday people practice their spirituality. Join Trenda and her guests for honest conversations about their pathways to the divine and discover what that might look like for you. Someone else’s story might be your next spiritual practice.

Sep 25

E10: At Trenda's Altar - her daughter, Parisa

Trenda's firstborn daughter has been teaching her about the divine since she was eight months old. Parisa reminds us that feeling the full spectrum of emotion is exactly what it means to be alive, and IS a spiritual practice. And Savana reflects on a lifetime of watching her sister cry, breathe, and then blast Celine Dion until everything feels better. Resources and concepts from this episode:Parisa, Trenda's daughter Parisa's definition of spirituality: "The whole point of this human experience is to live it — and being reminded of our connectedness, that's what a spiritual experience is for me."Practices and concepts Parisa shared: Building a spiritual toolbox — the practice of trying many tools so you know which one to reach for when you need itCrying — allowing yourself to fully feel and release emotion as a spiritual practiceBreathing — conscious breath as a way to regulate and return to yourselfSinging and dancing — movement and sound as tools for reconnectionYoga — body based practice for staying grounded and connectedJournaling — writing as a tool for self reflection and inner clarityGratitude — saying out loud "I am grateful for all that I have" especially when it feels like you don't have enoughCold showers — physical reset as a tool for emotional regulationPresence and mindfulness — noticing simple moments like a smile on her son's face and truly being with thatFeeling emotions fully — allowing the full 90 second wave of an emotion to pass through the body rather than suppressing it
Sep 11

E9: At Trenda's Altar - Julia Mitchell

In this episode, Trenda shares the moment her mom, deep in dementia, looked her in the eyes and gave her a gift of a lifetime. Julia Mitchell, a vivacious 70-year-old seeker, shares her spiritual practices and how she's trading worry about the afterlife for the legacy she's leaving right now. And Savana? She bought a candle at the grocery store the day before she heard this episode — and you won't believe how she's using it!Resources from this episode: Resources Julia mentioned: Book: Spirit Wheel: Meditations from an Indigenous Elder by Steven CharlestonWatsu: A form of aquatic bodywork performed in warm water, where a practitioner gently floats, stretches, and moves the recipient — creating a deeply relaxing, meditative experience that many describe as spiritual.
Jul 6

E8: At Trenda's Altar - Gina Odermann

In this episode Trenda unravels a long kept family secret and introduces us to the legendary Crazy Aunt Paula. Dr. Gina Odermann reminds us that when you're in alignment with your truth, your physical body doesn't hurt as much. And Savana discovers what it feels like to walk out of a room levitating. Resources from this episode:Gina Odermann, Holistic Chiropractor, Transformational Life Coach, Spiritual Guide Website: theschoolofhigherconsciousness.comPodcast: The School of Higher ConsciousnessResources Gina mentioned: Abraham-Hicks teachings — available on YouTube Elizabeth Gilbert's Letters to Love — available on Substack
Jun 12

E7: At Trenda's Altar - Lana Gendlin

Trenda shows up for a Mother Moon ceremony — only to find there is no ceremony. Pendulum artist and spiritual guide Lana Gendlin reminds us that there's no magic in any tool — the magic is inside of you. And Savana introduces us to the family mystic who may have started it all. Resources and concepts from this episode:Lana Gendlin, Certified Transformational Life Coach, Author, Spiritual Guide, Pendulum Artist Website: hcdivinecreations.comEmail: info@heartcentriccoaching.comInstagram and Facebook handle @hcdinivecreationsConcepts Lana mentioned: Pendulums — a chain with a weighted crystal or metal pendant used to connect with your intuition and inner wisdomPendulum calibration — asking obvious yes or no questions to identify your personal directional responses for yes, no, maybe and not nowThe Emotion Code — a technique for identifying and releasing subconscious emotions stuck in the bodyPalo santo — used for energy cleansingOST (Optimal Spiritual Team) — Lana's term for her personal spirit team including angels, spirit guides, ancestors and loved ones who have crossed over
May 29

E6: At Trenda's Altar - Royce Vagnier

Sound alchemist Royce Vagnier introduces us to the third eye buzz and the power of sound as a pathway to the divine. Savana reflects on how the people we love shape our spiritual journey without us even realizing it. And Trenda takes us on the road trip that changed everything. Resources from this episode: Royce Vagnier, Sound Alchemist, Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher Website: roycesoundhealing.comConcepts Royce mentioned: Sound baths — an immersive sound healing experience using crystal singing bowlsAlchemy bowls — crystal singing bowls made with quartz and other crushed crystals and earth elementsTibetan singing bowls — ancient brass and copper bowls used by monks for thousands of yearsChakras — energy centers in the body that correspond to different frequencies and notesThe third eye buzz — Royce's term for the feeling of deep centeredness, oneness and flowThe "we mode" — a term Royce referenced from an article describing people's craving for collective energetic connectionSanskrit closing phrase used in every yoga class: "Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu" — meaning "May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may the thoughts, words and actions of our own life contribute in some way to that happiness and freedom for all"Meditation in motion — cycling and yoga as moving meditation practices
May 15

E5: At Trenda's Altar: Emily Boarman

In this episode Trenda brings listeners behind the scenes of the podcast, Emily brings the coffee and a sunrise spiritual practice, and Savana brings the Madonna-on-MTV nostalgia. Somehow, it all belongs at the altar. Resources and concepts from this episode:Emily Boarman, dear friend of Trenda's, everyday spiritual seeker Emily's definition of spirituality: "Spirituality isn't somewhere we visit. It's something we practice by paying attention to what's right in front of us." "Any moment can be a spiritual one."Practices and concepts Emily shared: Morning ritual — waking before sunrise, hand grinding coffee beans, rising with the day as a spiritual openingEvening ritual — walking the dogs at sunset as a sacred closing to the dayFinding the divine in ordinary moments — roads, phone calls, rainy walks, any moment can be spiritualThe ant and the cloud worldview — imagining life from the perspective of an ant looking up and a cloud looking down as a way to gain perspectiveConnection as spirituality — particularly when a heartbeat is involved and when nature is presentGiving back through relationships at work — showing up for people as a spiritual practice
May 1

E4: At Trenda's Altar - Kendrick Walton

In this episode, Kendrick, a Gen-Z spoken word artist, delivers up some spiritual practices that all of us need to hear. Trenda unapologetically sings out loud showing us her brother was right--she is a leading lady! And Savana chokes us up when she shares a story about two old ladies guiding her life. This one's all about weaving generational and cultural practices and making them your own. Resources and concepts in this episode:Kendrick Walton, Restorative Justice Practitioner, Poet, Writer Resources and concepts Kendrick mentioned: Ubuntu — a South African philosophy meaning "I am because we are" — the idea of radical interdependence and collective humanityRestorative circles (also called community building circles) — a practice borrowed from indigenous cultures where people sit in a circle as equals, share vulnerably, and listen with the intention of understanding and empathizing rather than respondingPerformance as spiritual ritual — spoken word poetry, slam poetry, and performance as an offering of vulnerability to the community and the universeDaily affirmations — speaking good things about yourself every day as a spiritual practiceWriting and poetry as daily practice — journaling, writing poetry for yourself and community as spiritual expressionArt share nights — gathering with friends to share creative work as community and spiritual practiceWalking with ancestors — the belief that those who have passed are always present and walking alongside usBirthday poem ritual — writing a new poem every year around his birthday reflecting on renewal and rebirthBook Kendrick mentioned: The Rose That Grew From Concrete by Tupac Shakur — the book that sparked his love of writing and poetry
Apr 16

E3: At Trenda's Altar - Moon Rabbit

In this episode, Trenda sits down with Moon Rabbit, a seasoned astrologist, who shifts our understanding of connecting to the divine. Trenda opens up about her near-death experience and takes it all the way back to the little girl who drowned and lived to tell about it. Savana gets deep and tender about the elderly. Listener Note: this episode touches on death, dying and near-death experiences. Resources and concepts from this episode:Moon Rabbit, Astrologer, Spiritual Guide Website: astrologybymoonrabbit.comOffers personal astrological readings including death chartsBooks by Moon Rabbit: "Star Sisters: An Astrologer's Memoir of Twin Loss," and "Death Charts: An Astrological Tool for the Bereaved"Resources and concepts Moon Rabbit mentioned: Astrology — the study of planetary energies and their influence on human experienceBirth chart — a map of the heavens at the moment of your birth showing your soul's lessons and life patternsDeath chart — an astrological chart drawn for the moment of someone's death, used to bring comfort and meaning to those who are grievingClearing and grounding — an energy practice Moon Rabbit does before and after every reading to connect with ancestors and set intentionsFollowing the moon — tracking the moon's movement through all twelve zodiac signs over a 28 day cycle as a daily spiritual practiceDeath as transformation — the belief rooted in physics that energy cannot be destroyed, only transformed
Apr 16

E2: At Trenda's Altar - Tyler Smith Coppes

In this episode Trenda sits down with Tyler Smith Coppes, a therapist and horse medicine guide, and what he shares about his altar stops her in her tracks. She and her daughter have a laugh about horse camp, and Trenda gets real about Miss Clavelle saving her life. Resources and concepts in this episode:Tyler Smith Coppes, herapist, Horse Medicine Guide TikTok: @theintegratedshadowSpecializes in traumatic grief and equine assisted therapyResources and concepts Tyler mentioned: Horse medicine — the healing exchange between humans and horses, particularly rescue horses who have experienced their own traumaEquine assisted therapy — working with horses as part of the therapeutic process for people experiencing grief and traumaAltar practice — a two foot square table six inches off the ground with meaningful items and a mirror behind it where he does daily devotionals
Apr 16

E1: Welcome to My Altar

Trenda shares the reason behind the podcast, and introduces listeners to her daughter, Savana. If you are looking for new ways to connect with your divinity, At My Altar is about everyday voices sharing their pathways to the Divine. Their story may be your next practice!

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At My Altar with Dr. Trenda Lee is a podcast that explores the ways everyday people practice their spirituality. Join Trenda and her guests for honest conversations about their pathways to the divine and discover what that might look like for you. Someone else’s story might be your next spiritual practice.

Creator

Dr. Trenda Lee
Years Active

2026
Episodes

10
Rating

Clean
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© Trenda Lee, LLC
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