122 episodes
Self Talk with Rachel Astarte Rachel Astarte, LMFT
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Self Talk takes a conversational look at how we can show up in the world—for the world—as our best selves. If you're on a journey to your true self, this is your next stop.
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Self Talk #122: INTERVIEW: JJ DiGeronimo, Career Strategist + Lightworker
•• IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ••
As of this month, Self Talk has entered its sixth year of production! 🎉🥂
A heartfelt thank-you to all the listeners. You have made Self Talk an absolute pleasure for me to create.
As you may be aware, I began this podcast as a way for my therapy and coaching clients to have support between our sessions. To my surprise, its audience has grown way beyond that scope. I'm chuffed. And grateful. Honestly.
I've heard your feedback and as a result, a few changes are coming your way:
Interviews will be interspersed with solo recorded teachings from me. Self Talk will move from a biweekly to a monthly schedule to allow for ample production time.Your voice is essential. Send your questions and show topic ideas to rachel@selftalkpodcast.comThank you again for your devotion and, most especially, your feedback.
Onward!
And now for the latest episode...
With love,
Rachel
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JJ DiGeronimo is a three-time award-winning author and former leading woman in the tech industry. Her work helps empower women seeking more influence and impact with proven strategies, mindfulness, and energetic practices.
JJ wrote Seeking: 74 Key Findings to Raise Your Energy, Sidestep Your Self-Doubts, and Align with Your Life's Work because she wanted to share the strategies that helped her infuse more purpose and meaning into her work and life. The book contains short chapters, relevant stories, and specific questions that help readers evaluate their choices, dig through their stories, embrace their gifts, and elevate their energy.
Join us in this incredible interview as we dismantle the power of negative self-talk and learn to release the stories that hold us back.
More from JJ:
Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/jjdigeronimoTogetherWeSeek.Online: https://www.togetherweseek.onlineWebsites: www.jjdigeronimo.comLinkedIn (main platform): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjdigeronimo/IG (newest platform): https://www.instagram.com/jjdigeronim________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions.
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Music:
"Ave Marimba"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Self Talk #121: INTERVIEW: Andra Dediu, Integration Specialist
Andra Dediu supports individuals to integrate the highs and lows experienced as a result of big moments of psychospiritual change like spiritual awakenings, mystical experiences, and insights from altered states of consciousness.
Some aspects of this work are—
➾ Reconstructing a sense of self
Our sense of self & world are reconstructed on the foundation of a new awareness.
➾ Embody insights
Assimilate the insights so that they become a part of the Self.
➾ Transform daily living
Insights are tethered to physical reality so that daily life & relationships become more fulfilling.
➾ Have an impact
Ultimately, to have an impact in your community in ways that feel good & authentic to you.
Join us as we dive into the fully human aspects of integrating mystical experiences.
More from Andra:
Website: https://andradediu.com
FB: https://www.facebook.com/unitedtransformations/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integration.work/
Women's Journey: Women Who Run With The Wolves: https://andradediu.com/women-wolves/
________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions.
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Support the show
• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •
Music:
"Ave Marimba"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 -
Self Talk #120: INTERVIEW: Kimberly Braun, Minister, Reiki Master + Educator
Kimberly Braun, impelled from earliest childhood mystical experiences, has spent over a decade as a monastic nun exploring the path of Presence. With a master's in theology with special focus on the adult spiritual journey, she lives to inspire others to connect to, and live from, Divine Love at their center.
She is an ordained Minister, Reiki master, TEDx speaker and former meditation faculty at the renowned Omega Institute. She has served tens of thousands through her writing, speaking, retreats, online courses, and community. Her book, Miracles in the Naked Light, was published in 2023.
Kimberly and I discuss God as the Beloved and how that intimate connection allows us access to the power within us all.
More from Kimberly
Website: https://www.kimberlybraun.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlybraunma/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlybraun09/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimberlybraun.ma
________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions.
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Support the show
• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •
Music:
"Ave Marimba"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 -
Self Talk #119: INTERVIEW: Susan Gold, Trauma Coach + Author
Navigating a ferociously challenging upbringing while bravely moving forward as an adult to face ingrained, outdated, and patriarchal programming head-on, Susan now shares a unique perspective in viewing life challenges as occasions for transformation.
Through her book, Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom, Susan turns the standard paradigm on its head courageously leading others through her own journey of abuse, addiction, and surviving narcissism all while creating a distinctly empowering personal and professional life.
Susan's devotion to helping clients come to an authentic relationship with Self made for an enriching conversation in this episode. If you're feeling stuck in your trauma or you simply want a better sense of how to connect with your true nature, I'm sure you'll love our talk as much as I did.
More from Susan:
Website: https://www.susangold.us/
Instagram: @susangoldismagical
Facebook: @susan.gold.988
________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions.
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Support the show
• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •
Music:
"Ave Marimba"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 -
Self Talk #118: INTERVIEW: Denise Miceli, Intuitive Life Coach + Healer
When does impostor syndrome really show up? When we’re trying to make a change.
—Denise Miceli
Denise Miceli is an inspiring, empathic guide and mentor in creating space for change and growth. She is known for her talent in energy healing, intuitive hot-seat coaching, and teaching new ways of accessing authenticity.
After enduring a difficult, dark-night journey, Denise cleared traumatic memories and emotional patterns that blocked her authentic self using subconscious healing. In her work with others, she has been inspired to share this simple and accessible healing modality.
In this episode, Denise and I hold impostor syndrome up to the light and regard it from a few essential angles: Where does it come from? What is it trying to tell us? What can we do when we feel its grip?
Denise holds a supportive container for those ready to heal and allow their soul the freedom to awaken their infinite potential. She shares some of that healing magic with you in today's talk.
More from Denise:
Website: Rock Your Blocks Website
YouTube: Inspiring Guidance YouTube Channel
TikTok: Rock Your Blocks Tiktok
Medium (Blog): Medium Blog Article Imposter Syndrome is the Subconscious Mind Running Wild
________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions.
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Support the show
• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •
Music:
"Ave Marimba"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 -
Self Talk #117: INTERVIEW: Abdi Assadi, Spiritual Counselor + Healer
No matter what the question, Love is the answer. Love with a capital L.
—Abdi Assadi
Abdi Assadi is a spiritual counselor and healer with four decades of clinical experience in acupuncture, body-centered psychotherapy, indigenous shamanic practices, and diverse meditative techniques. He is the author of Shadows on the Path: Revelations and Pitfalls on the Spiritual Journey and A Healer’s Handbook: A Guide for the Beginner Practitioner.
I asked Abdi to join me to discuss the behemoth topic of how we humans can maintain balance in turbulent times. The conversation covers so much more—as it usually does when we get going. Here are a few highlights:
The importance of relationship with Self in a hyper-individuated culture How a death practice helps us live more fullyWhy Love really is the answer to every questionAbdi also leads us in a brief awareness exercise that rounds out all the "yapping" we've done for the hour. Well worth the trip.
xo RA
More from Abdi: http://abdiassadi.com
________________________________________Want to know your Self even better?Visit myselfpath.com to learn more about how Rachel can help you discover and honor your True Self—through online courses and one-on-one sessions.
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Support the show
• Subscribe here, at youtube.com/@selftalkpodcast, or wherever you get podcasts. •
Music:
"Ave Marimba"
Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
Customer Reviews
Personal and Spiritual Growth
Self Talk with Rachel Astarte offers authentic and compassionate guidance for personal growth. With a wide range of topics from navigating relationships to cultivating self-awareness through solo teachings and heartfelt conversations, I appreciate the genuine approach and supportive discussions. 💕 JJ
Deep Dives and Insightful Conversations with Rachel
Rachel possesses depth and insight. Her intuitive approach to conversations enables her to delve deeply into the essence of the subject matter. She has an innate ability to ask penetrating questions that reveal a depth stemming from many years of intensive training with a traditional Native American doctor (medicine man) and a master from China in the internal martial arts rooted in Taoism. Rachel has a way of getting to the heart of the matter, making it easy for me to open up and share much-needed insights. This creates a space where profound, thought-provoking conversations can unfold, offering listeners a chance to engage with ideas and narratives that resonate on a deeper level.
Fabbo conversations
Rachel Astarte is leading conversations with heart! She’s as authentic and natural as you’d guess from her cover shot and leading us the self love one episode at a time! We’re lucky to receive the messaging she’s producing!