Returning to Soul

Jessie Brown
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Returning to Soul is a podcast for lawyers and other high-achievers who feel called to live and work in deeper alignment with their true selves. Hosted by former Big Law attorney turned career alignment coach and purpose guide Jessie Brown, each episode offers thoughtful reflections and intimate conversations on purpose, spirituality, authenticity, Internal Family Systems, and the hero’s and heroine’s journey. Returning to soul is the path to a deeply meaningful, authentic, and joyful life and career—one guided from within rather than driven by expectation.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    The Neuroscience of Manifestation: How to Leverage Your Brain to Create the Life You Deeply Desire

    In this solo episode, I share a mini version of my signature workshop on the neuroscience of manifestation — a six-step formula drawn from the work of the late neurosurgeon and neuroscientist Dr. James Doty. Think of this formula as planting a tree. We begin by preparing the soil — calming the nervous system and focusing the mind through a guided meditation. Then we choose our seeds by clarifying our intentions. We pull the weeds by identifying and reframing the limiting beliefs that would choke the life out of our vision. We plant our seeds by embedding our intentions into the subconscious through repeated visualization paired with positive emotion. We nurture our growing tree through daily practices that keep us connected to what we want to create. And finally, we let go — releasing attachment to a specific outcome and trusting that the universe often has something even better in store. Science shows that when we repeatedly visualize our intentions, two powerful things happen: our vision becomes familiar to the brain, reducing resistance to the risks required to pursue it, and the brain begins scanning our environment for opportunities to help bring it into reality. Of the 10 million bits of data our brains process every second, only 50 make it through to conscious awareness. This episode is about learning to reorient what gets through that filter. We close with a beautiful poem — Until One is Committed — and an invitation to reflect on what it would look like to fully commit to your vision. In this episode: A guided visualization to connect with your future selfThe six-step neuroscience of manifestation formulaWhy limiting beliefs are the weeds that choke our intentions — and how to uproot themHow visualization rewires the brain to notice opportunitiesWhy letting go of attachment is part of the processIf a vision came up for you during this episode, I'd love to hear about it. And if you're ready to explore what true alignment looks like in your career and life, download my free Vision Board Workbook. Returning to Soul is a podcast for lawyers and other high achievers seeking deeper meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in their work and lives. You can find out more about Jessie and her work at returningtosoul.com and azsoundandbreath.com

    24 min

  2. MAR 6

    Mindfulness: The Foundation of Career Alignment

    In this episode of Returning to Soul, Jessie Brown and Courtney Schulnick discuss the transformative power of mindfulness in the legal profession. Courtney shares her journey from being a litigator to becoming a mindfulness educator, highlighting the importance of aligning one's career with their true self. They explore how mindfulness practices can help lawyers manage stress, cultivate self-awareness, and reconnect with their inner guidance. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-care and the courage to explore difficult emotions, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and authentic life. Takeaways: Mindfulness can help align your career with your true self.Self-care is essential for high achievers, including lawyers.Awareness of the body can lead to greater insight.Pushing through discomfort can lead to burnout; mindfulness offers a way to check in.The journey to self-discovery often involves peeling back layers of self-judgment.Mindfulness practices can enhance clarity and reduce stress in high-pressure environments.Connecting with your true self can lead to more authentic career choices.Embracing the messiness of life can lead to growth and healing.Investing time in mindfulness is not selfish; it benefits all areas of life.Courage is required to explore and accept difficult emotions. Connect with guest, Courtney Schulnick. Download Jessie' free Career Alignment Map.

    54 min

  3. FEB 27

    What's Really Driving You in Your Career?

    Are you making career choices based on what genuinely satisfies you — or are you driven by something else? In this episode, we explore the concept of true motivation and what it means for the work you do every day. Physician, author, and trauma specialist Gabor Maté defines true motivation as doing what satisfies you and aligns with your genuine preferences and inclinations, regardless of what people may think, as long as you're not intentionally harming others. Many lawyers find themselves successful by every external measure and yet deeply unfulfilled. This episode explores why that happens and what we can do about it. In this episode, you'll hear: What "true motivation" really means — and how to know if you have it A simple test to assess whether your work is genuinely aligned with who you are Real stories from attorneys who made career choices for reasons other than true motivation Why so many of us lose our connection to our own motivation — and the role childhood plays Why this isn't about blame, and how awareness can open the door to change How to begin honoring your true preferences, values, and desires A reflection to sit with: What would it feel like to make a career decision based entirely on what genuinely interests and satisfies you — with no thought for what anyone else thinks? Free Resource: Download the Career Alignment Map Connect with Jessie: LinkedIn Website Returning to Soul is a podcast for lawyers and other high-achievers seeking deeper meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in their work and lives. Jessie Brown practiced law for 15 years before becoming a career alignment coach and purpose guide. She also works as a meditation teacher, breathwork facilitator, sound healer, and forest bathing guide, and facilitates nature-based retreats in Arizona.

    10 min

  4. FEB 20

    Rethinking Burnout and Finding Career Alignment

    In this episode, Jessie Brown explores the true nature of workplace burnout, common misconceptions, and practical ways to realign your career with your core values and needs. Perfect for high achievers feeling disconnected from their soul, this episode offers research-backed insights and actionable steps to transform your professional life from draining to deeply fulfilling.  Key Topics: The distinction between burnout as an individual experience and a systemic issue (Dr. Christina Maslach’s research)The six areas of potential misalignment: workload, control, reward, community, fairness, and valuesHow high sensitivity impacts workload sustainability and job satisfactionThe importance of social reward in preventing burnoutRecognizing signs of exhaustion, cynicism, and self-erosion (negative self-evaluation)Practical tools: conducting a six-area career audit and understanding your nervous systemCareer flexibility: exploring different paths within and outside of law for authentic fulfillmentCase example of a lawyer transitioning from burnout to thriving in a role aligned with her valuesResources: Free Career Alignment Map  Connect with Jessie Brown: Website LinkedIn

    17 min

  5. FEB 13

    The First & Second Arc of Life

    In this episode of Returning to Soul, Jessie Brown and Jonathan Lowsley explore the powerful concept of life arcs, inspired by Michael J. Meade’s Awakening the Soul. Together, they unpack the transition from the first arc of life — focused on achievement, approval, and external success — into the second arc, where the soul invites us inward toward alignment, authenticity, and deeper purpose. For high-achieving professionals, this shift can feel unsettling. It requires slowing down, listening to whispers , and allowing the “little self” to soften so the deeper self can lead. In This Episode, We Explore: Why the first arc of life centers on achievement and social approval How cultural conditioning keeps many professionals stuck in overachievement What signals it might be time to step into the second arc Why slowing down is essential to hear the soul’s whispers The role of inner healing in authentic career alignment How the “little self” (ego) both protects and limits us Why the journey of self-discovery is nonlinear and uncomfortable The call to adventure as a return to purpose How service becomes a natural expression of aligned living Listeners can learn more about Jonathan Lowsley and his work by visiting https://www.deepeningpurpose.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlowsley/

    43 min

  6. FEB 6

    From Survival Mode to Soul Alignment

    Welcome to Returning to Soul, a podcast for lawyers and high achievers seeking deeper meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in their work and lives. In this episode, Jessie Brown — former Big Law attorney turned career alignment coach and purpose guide — shares her personal journey of returning to her soul after years of living in survival mode and chasing external measures of success. After losing both of her parents in college, Jessie prioritized financial security and prestige, building a successful legal career that never truly felt aligned. Over time, through coaching, meditation, time in nature, spiritual exploration, and deep inner healing, she began to listen to her inner wisdom and courageously shift toward a soul-led life. Jessie shares a powerful dream that became a turning point in learning to let go of control and trust life’s flow, along with reflections on how our protective habits are rooted in old fears — and how compassion can lead to true transformation. This episode is an invitation to explore what it means to return to yourself, release fear, and live in alignment with your deepest truth. In this episode, you’ll explore:• How survival mode can shape career decisions• The cost of chasing external success• How meditation and nature reconnect us to our soul• Letting go of control and trusting inner guidance• Healing the parts of us that kept us safe when we were younger but now limit us• The journey to soul-led living Connect with Jessie on LinkedIn, Substack, or at ReturningtoSoul.com to continue the conversation.

    13 min

  7. JAN 31

    Career & Calling

    In this episode of Returning to Soul, Jessie Brown discusses the relationship between one's calling and career, emphasizing that fulfillment can come from various sources beyond paid work. She explores the importance of aligning one's job with personal gifts and purpose, the journey towards meaningful work, and the individual capacity to engage in fulfilling pursuits. Jessie shares her personal journey and insights on how to discover and utilize one's gifts in both professional and personal contexts.

    9 min

  8. JAN 23

    Welcome to Returning to Soul

    In this short intro episode, I welcome you to the podcast and share a bit about who I am and what to expect. So glad you're here!

    4 min
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Returning to Soul is a podcast for lawyers and other high-achievers who feel called to live and work in deeper alignment with their true selves. Hosted by former Big Law attorney turned career alignment coach and purpose guide Jessie Brown, each episode offers thoughtful reflections and intimate conversations on purpose, spirituality, authenticity, Internal Family Systems, and the hero’s and heroine’s journey. Returning to soul is the path to a deeply meaningful, authentic, and joyful life and career—one guided from within rather than driven by expectation.

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  • Creator
    Jessie Brown
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    8
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