Luminous Life Podcast: Soulful Conversations for High-Performers

Annie Adragna
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Welcome to The Luminous Life Podcast! I’m Annie Adragna and I'm here to have real, relatable conversations about finding purpose, embracing authenticity, and discovering the deeper meaning and connection you’ve been craving. With 30 years of leadership experience and an awakening that transformed my life, I’m here to help you bridge the gap between high achievement and a truly fulfilling life.This is the podcast for high achievers who know there’s more to life than the hustle, a space for those ready to reconnect with their true selves and create a life of purpose and freedom. Each week, I’ll bring you straight talk, unfiltered reflections, and inspiring guests to challenge what’s holding you back, share practical tools, and spark the shifts that lead to massive breakthroughs.Think of it as a candid chat with a friend who gets it... full of insights, laughs, and moments of clarity. Ready to explore what’s possible when you align with who you really are? Let’s go.Follow along on Instagram @our_luminous_life for updates, laughs, and inspiration to keep you thriving.Want to inquire about being a guest? Email me at annie@ourluminouslife.com

  1. OCT 27

    #62 Saying No to the Wrong Clients: A Guide to Sustainable Success

    Send us a text In this episode of The Luminous Life Podcast, Annie Adragna sits down with Melissa Morris, founder of Agency Authority. Melissa helps business owners simplify how they work so they can grow sustainably, without burning out or sacrificing what matters most. Together, they explore what it really means to say “no” to the wrong opportunities so you can make space for the right ones. Melissa opens up about her own journey from agency life to entrepreneurship, the hard lessons that came with it, and how learning to protect her energy and time transformed everything. This conversation is a powerful reminder that fulfillment doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from doing what aligns. You’ll hear practical ways to set boundaries, shift away from scarcity, and build a business that feels grounded, spacious, and true to you. Key Takeaways: Why saying “no” is an act of self-trust, not self-sabotageHow to identify misaligned clients and opportunities early onThe mindset shift that helps you move from hustle to harmonySimple steps to create more space for what actually mattersConnect with Melissa Morris: As the founder of Agency Authority, an operations consultancy for agency owners, Melissa Morris uses her 10 years agency experience to help business owners maximize their team, increase their productivity, and grow their profits. Firmly committed to breaking the ‘long hours and bad pay’ stigma that plagues the agency world, Melissa and her team help business owners and their team members do the work they love without sacrificing client satisfaction, the bottom line, or their own sanity.     www.youragencyauthority.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youragencyauthority/ LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissavmorris/ Connect with Annie: Instagram: @our_luminous_life Learn more at ourluminouslife.com If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    27 min

  2. OCT 13

    #61 Breaking Free: Lydia Keeney’s Journey from High-Control Religion to Authentic Living

    Send us a text In this episode of the Luminous Life Podcast, Annie welcomes energy healer and musical artist Lydia Keeney for a heartfelt conversation about liberation, healing, and the courage to live from truth. Lydia shares her story of breaking free from a high-control religious group  (an un-named religious group known as "2x2's" or "The Truth") and the emotional, spiritual, and physical healing that followed. She opens up about the toll of suppressing her intuition, the unraveling that came with stepping away, and the deep work of rebuilding trust in herself and her body. The conversation explores how Lydia’s health challenges, including a severe corn allergy, became catalysts for deeper self-awareness and awakening. Together, Annie and Lydia talk about the power of stillness, the importance of honoring our triggers as teachers, and the beauty that emerges when we allow our hearts—not fear—to lead. Lydia’s journey is one of resilience and reclamation. Her story reminds us that healing is not about returning to who we were, but about becoming who we truly are. Key Takeaways: What it means to leave a high-control religious environmentThe emotional and spiritual process of rebuilding self-trustHow the body mirrors our inner truth and holds the key to healingThe link between gratitude, presence, and personal liberationConnect with Lydia: Linktree - http://linktr.ee/keeney.lydia Music - https://open.spotify.com/artist/3dk1myjPPZW7UE6ldOEBNH?si=UpEIs1ZuQWSpFfK4csNzTQ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconditioning-love/id1723509003 Connect with Annie: Links/ Amazon store/ Coaching Follow Annie on Instagram @our_luminous_life If this episode spoke to you, share it with a friend and leave a review to help others find the show. If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    45 min

  3. SEP 15

    #60 Emotional Fluency and Healing Generational Trauma with Dr. Miriam Sekandi

    Send us a text In this episode of the Luminous Life Podcast, Annie welcomes Dr. Miriam Sekandi, a seasoned educator, keynote speaker, and international best-selling author of It Takes a Village to Wreck a Child. Born and raised in Uganda, Dr. Miriam grew up navigating the push and pull of traditional culture and Christian values. Later, after immigrating to Canada and raising four children across continents, she realized she was repeating the same trauma-shaped patterns she had worked so hard to escape. That moment became the catalyst for her life’s mission: helping parents and leaders stop passing emotional pain down to each generation. Dr. Miriam’s work in emotional fluency and relational intelligence equips families to end cycles of generational trauma. In this heartfelt conversation, she shares how we can recognize inherited patterns, hold space for healing, and create a legacy of resilience instead of pain. Key Takeaways What emotional fluency is and why it matters for parents and leadersHow generational trauma hides in everyday patternsThe cultural and personal journey that shaped Dr. Miriam’s missionPractical ways to start breaking cycles of pain in your own lifeIf you’re ready to stop carrying the weight of someone else’s wounds and begin creating a different future, this episode is for you. Find Dr. Miriam at:  https://www.facebook.com/msekandi  https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriamsekandi/ https://www.instagram.com/breakfreezone4/ If this conversation resonated, share the podcast with a friend, leave a review, and follow Annie on Instagram @our_luminous_life for more insights and conversations that spark true fulfillment. breaking generational trauma emotional fluency generational trauma healing Dr. Miriam Sekandi how to stop passing down trauma relational intelligence parenting inherited trauma patterns parenting without trauma cycles ending generational pain Luminous Life Podcast If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    32 min
  4. #59 How Self-Collaboration Helped Virginia Terrill Rebuild Her Life After Addiction

    AUG 18

    #59 How Self-Collaboration Helped Virginia Terrill Rebuild Her Life After Addiction

    Send us a text Episode #59: How Self-Collaboration Helped Virginia Terrell Rebuild Her Life After AddictionIn this episode of The Luminous Life Podcast, I’m joined by mentor and coach Virginia Terrill for a grounded and honest conversation about what it really takes to reclaim your life. Virginia shares her journey of rebuilding after addiction and single motherhood, not through perfection, but through something far more radical...self-collaboration. We explore what happens when you stop trying to become someone else’s version of “healed” and start listening to what you actually need. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things but still feel disconnected from yourself, this episode will show you a different path...one built on honesty, consistency and compassion. Key TakeawaysHow self-collaboration creates lasting, sustainable transformation Why ethical self-treatment matters more than chasing the perfect routine What rebuilding after addiction really looks like The difference between performing wellness and actually living it Practical ways to begin honoring your needs without shame Connect with Virginia TerrellInstagram: @ethically.inclined.wellness Website: ethicallyinclinedwellness.com Free gift from Virginia- Rage Release- A Safe place to feel big feelings If you loved this episode...Follow Luminous Life Podcast- Soulful Conversations for High-Performers on your favorite platform, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a more honest, compassionate way forward. Want more real conversations like this? Follow Annie on Instagram @our_luminous_life or checkout Annie's website at: ourluminouslife.com for behind the scenes, 1:1 Coaching packages and soul-level strategy for a more fulfilling life.               rebuild life after addiction self-collaboration coaching ethical self-treatment stop performing wellness sustainable healing journey emotional fulfillment podcast single mom healing aligned living practices nervous system wellness recovery and alignment healing after burnout how to live in alignment self-relationship strategies com If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    23 min
  5. #58: Nonlinear Storytelling: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing and Reclaiming Your Story with Nile Bratcher

    AUG 4

    #58: Nonlinear Storytelling: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing and Reclaiming Your Story with Nile Bratcher

    Send us a text In this episode of the Luminous Life Podcast, Annie sits down with longtime friend Nile Bratcher to explore what it really takes to stop performing and start reclaiming your story. Nile shares how a life-altering loss brought him back to movement, storytelling, and cultural roots—not as a career move, but as a soul-level return to self. They talk people-pleasing, ancestral wisdom, nonlinear healing, and how discipline and creative expression can lead to lasting freedom. Key Takeaways Movement and storytelling are powerful tools for healing and cultural reclamation People-pleasing is often rooted in survival—but it comes at the cost of self Sankofa invites us to reclaim what was lost in order to move forward True alignment requires reckoning with both personal and ancestral truth Discipline and artistry can co-exist in service of embodied liberation About Nile Bratcher Nile is a certified performance and health coach with nearly two decades of experience blending movement, restorative techniques, and embodied transformation. He’s also a Certified Surgical Technologist at University of Colorado Health. His movement system, REFORM, fuses biomechanics, neuroplasticity, and ancestral wisdom to help others reclaim agency and strength. If this episode hit home, do this next: Follow and review The Luminous Life Podcast on Apple or Spotify Follow Nile Bratcher at: Nile Instagram and Sokofa Stories with Nile HotepExplore coaching and offerings, with Annie at ourluminouslife.com Connect with Annie on Instagram: @our_luminous_life If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    37 min
  6. #57: Ai Has Nothing on This: The Power of Aligned Intuition w/ Brand Muse Melanie Spring

    JUL 21

    #57: Ai Has Nothing on This: The Power of Aligned Intuition w/ Brand Muse Melanie Spring

    Send us a text What if the most powerful strategy you’ll ever use isn’t found in an algorithm, Chat GPT or a playbook, but inside you? In this episode of The Luminous Life Podcast, Annie sits down with Melanie Spring, Brand Muse, international keynote speaker and rebel guide for truth-tellers to explore what she calls The Original AI: Aligned Intuition. Melanie shares why trusting your intuition is the real edge. This conversation digs into: What aligned intuition really means and how to recognize when you’re ignoring it Why your body, mind and soul need to be in sync to make decisions that feel true The cost of living out of alignment and how to stop outsourcing your clarity How authentic self-expression transforms your brand, leadership and life Practical steps to tune into your inner knowing when you’ve been drowning in noise If you’ve been second-guessing yourself or wondering how to live more boldly, this episode is for you. Ready to meet Melanie? Melanie is hosting powerful Ask Me Anything: Except to be Subtle sessions (Weds at 1:15 ET). Grab your spot here: ➡ Join Melanie’s Ask Me Anything  trusting your intuition, aligned intuition, the original AI, how to trust yourself, personal alignment, radical honesty, embodied leadership, authentic branding, inner knowing, self-trust practices, personal growth tips, intuitive decision-making, emotional blocks, reconnecting with intuition If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    34 min
  7. #56 Joy-Infused Leadership for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs: Build a Business That Feels Good and Supports Your Lifew/Dana Earhart

    JUL 14

    #56 Joy-Infused Leadership for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs: Build a Business That Feels Good and Supports Your Lifew/Dana Earhart

    Send us a text Episode 56 – Joy-Infused Leadership for Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs: Build a Business That Feels Good and Supports Your LifeGuest: Dana Earhart | Business Strategist | danaearhart.com In this episode of The Luminous Life Podcast, I’m joined by Dana Earhart; a joy-first business strategist who helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs and CEOs scale without sacrificing their values, energy, or personal lives. As two moms who have built businesses around freedom, fulfillment, and family, we talk honestly about what it really takes to lead from joy. You’ll hear how Dana left a successful corporate career to create a business that supports her life, not the other way around. We explore the power of joyful leadership, daily rituals that actually work, rest cycles that recharge momentum, and why sustainable success means aligning your strategy with your soul. Key Takeaways:What “joy-infused leadership” looks like in real life, not just in theory The shift from hustle culture to heart-centered strategy How to build a business that supports your life and season—not one that drains it The daily rituals that help leaders stay grounded and energized Why aligning your business with your values creates long-term success The power of choosing a circle that lifts you higher (and what to let go of) Connect with Dana Earhart:Website: www.danaearhart.com Dana's Book: Lead with Purpose: 52 Weeks to Ignite Growth For the CEO Tool Kit, email Dana: Dana@DanaEarhart.com  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danaearhart/ If this episode resonated, here’s what to do next:Follow The Luminous Life Podcast so you never miss an episode Leave a quick review; it helps more purpose-driven leaders find this show Share this episode with someone building a business around alignment, not just achievement Connect with me on Instagram @our_luminous_life Learn more about working together at ourluminouslife.com  joy-infused leadership, Dana Earhart, purpose-driven entrepreneur, women business owners, burnout recovery, sustainable success, business strategy for moms, work-life integration, aligned business, soulful entrepreneurship, leadership from the heart, scaling with ease, CEO mindset, business that supports your life, intuitive leadership, entrepreneurship and motherhood, fulfillment in bus If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

    37 min
  8. #55 How I'm Navigating a Deep Rest Cycle Without Worrying About Losing Momentum

    JUN 11

    #55 How I'm Navigating a Deep Rest Cycle Without Worrying About Losing Momentum

    Send us a text In this solo episode, Annie peels back the curtain on something most people avoid talking about: the power of a deep rest cycle. Not burnout. Not collapse. A conscious pause that feels wildly countercultural in a world obsessed with constant motion. Sharing from her own current rest season, Annie explores what it means to step back without losing your edge, how to honor your energy when your body says pause, and why rest might be the most strategic move you make all year. This isn’t about quitting. It’s about recalibrating. You’ll hear why different people experience rest differently (yes, even the go-go-go ones), how ignoring your rest cues can lead to resentment and disconnection, and what Annie’s doing to stay rooted while still holding the vision forward. Whether you're a leader, creator, entrepreneur, or someone whose identity is tied to doing, this one is your permission to breathe, stop forcing, and listen in. Key Takeaways:• Why intentional rest isn’t a setback. It’s a set-up for what’s next • The difference between burnout and a sacred rest cycle • How to move forward without hustling • The danger of ignoring your energetic cues • What real productivity looks like when you're honoring your rhythm • Why stillness doesn’t mean you’ve lost your spark  If this episode allows you to exhale a little more, share it with someone else who’s been questioning their pace. And if you’re ready to recalibrate your life, business, or leadership with intention instead of pressure, come find Annie on Instagram @our_luminous_life, leave a review or explore ways to work together at ourluminouslife.com. Your rest is not a weakness. It’s where your power is building.   Search Terms:     rest cycle personal growth Non-Sacral Rest CycleHuman Design ManifestorHuman Design ProjectorHuman Design Reflectordeep rest season how to honor your energy intentional rest and creativity navigating rest without burnout conscious rest for high achievers rest as a strategy not a setback burnout vs rest cycle creative recovery and clarity when to pause for realignment   If you enjoyed our conversation, please take a moment to like, comment, and give us a stellar 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Also, spread the light by sharing our episodes with your loved ones. Contact and Socials: Explore Annie’s coaching programs, podcast and resources through her Digital Storefront: [link] Email: Annie@ourluminouslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/our_luminous_life/ LinkedIN (Annie): https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-adragna/ Stay connected and stay inspired! I believe in you.

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Welcome to The Luminous Life Podcast! I’m Annie Adragna and I'm here to have real, relatable conversations about finding purpose, embracing authenticity, and discovering the deeper meaning and connection you’ve been craving. With 30 years of leadership experience and an awakening that transformed my life, I’m here to help you bridge the gap between high achievement and a truly fulfilling life.This is the podcast for high achievers who know there’s more to life than the hustle, a space for those ready to reconnect with their true selves and create a life of purpose and freedom. Each week, I’ll bring you straight talk, unfiltered reflections, and inspiring guests to challenge what’s holding you back, share practical tools, and spark the shifts that lead to massive breakthroughs.Think of it as a candid chat with a friend who gets it... full of insights, laughs, and moments of clarity. Ready to explore what’s possible when you align with who you really are? Let’s go.Follow along on Instagram @our_luminous_life for updates, laughs, and inspiration to keep you thriving.Want to inquire about being a guest? Email me at annie@ourluminouslife.com

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