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Welcome to Spiritual AF Sundays, the podcast that explores the spiritual side of everything! Join your host, Jessica Karels (aka The Mystic Geek), a witch with 20+ years of experience in both the corporate and magical worlds, as we dive into a wide range of topics that go beyond the surface-level talking discussed by pundits and on social media. Queer, polyamorous, and neurodivergent - Jessica is no stranger to challenging the status quo. Designed for the slightly geeky and curious souls who seek a deeper understanding, Spiritual AF Sundays invites you to join our exploration of spirituality, religion, and politics. We go beyond the shallow back-and-forth on social media and provide thought-provoking insights that inspire personal growth and transformation. In each episode, we challenge societal norms and assumptions, tackle hot-button topics like politics and artificial intelligence, and delve into subjects like magic and witchcraft, self-improvement, and more. We believe that spirituality and real-world issues are intertwined, and are not afraid to ask the difficult questions about how one affects the other. With weekly episodes, each around 30 minutes, we bring you engaging discussions and interviews with guests from diverse backgrounds. Whether you’re a seasoned spiritual seeker or just starting your journey, this podcast offers a fresh perspective and invites you to expand your horizons. Join us on this transformative journey, and don’t forget to leave a review to let us know your thoughts. Let’s dive deep into the spiritual realms and challenge the status quo.
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Sunday Jun 04, 2023
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
In open world video games, do you like to play the bad guy? Does your character do things that you'd never, ever do in real life? Or are you the type who, no matter how much you want to, you can't bring yourself to choose the dialogue prompt where your character says something mean?
Whether you want to be naughty or nice in game - have you ever stopped to think what that says about you?
In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, creator of the Game and Word substack and podcast, to discuss the intersection between morality and gaming. We look at why people are drawn to games where their actions have real consequences on the setting. Jay also guides those caught up in whatever game-related drama is going on.
About our guest:
Jay Rooney is the publisher and host of Game & Word, an award-winning weekly newsletter and companion podcast that explores the intersection of video games with the arts, sciences, and humanities. His mission is to educate gamers and non-gamers alike about video games' artistic, narrative, educational, and even therapeutic value.
Where you can find Jay online:
Resources mentioned
- "Getting Gamers" by Jamie Madigan
- "Lost in a Good Game" by Dr. Pete Etchells
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Saturday May 27, 2023
Saturday May 27, 2023
In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we're going to talk about the importance of loving oneself.
For that, we're bringing on yoga and meditation teacher, poet, and author, Zach Beach to help us understand the concept of self-love.
We talk about how self-love is treating yourself the way a good friend would... and why we're sometimes bad at this! We explore the importance of other selfs... like importance of self-acceptance and self-compassion... or how emphasizing self-confidence and self-indulgence can lead to unintended consequences. To further this conversation, we also delve into the good, bad, and ugly surrounding affirmations.
About our Guest:
Zach Beach is an internationally yoga teacher, best-selling author, poet, love coach, and founder of The Heart Center love school and host of the Learn to Love Podcast. Committed to building a world based on unconditional love and connection, Zach regularly leads retreats, workshops, and transformational trainings on opening the heart and discovering our loving nature.
Where to find Zach Beach online:
- https://zachbeach.com/
- https://www.instagram.com/zachbeachlove/
- https://twitter.com/zachbeachlove
- https://www.facebook.com/zachbeachlove
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Sunday May 21, 2023
Sunday May 21, 2023
When people think of astrology, they typically think of sun signs - the astrological sign that your sun was positioned on the day you were born.
Newspapers and websites publish horoscopes, predicting events for people based on which month-long time period their birthday falls under. We claim that people of a particular sign have certain positive and negative traits. Oh, and to further identify with your sun sign - why don't you consider buying themed trinkets, perfumes, and candles?
There's got to be more to astrology, right?
In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we bring guests Julia Knoll and Steve Cox from Astrologize It to discuss modern social media takes on astrology - their origins and how they can fall short. They also explain the concept of evolutionary astrology and how it differs from older methods used with this divination tool.
- Where to find Astrologize It (Julia & Steve)
https://www.astrologizeit.com/
https:instagram.com/astrologizeit
https://linktr.ee/astrologizeit
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Sunday May 14, 2023
Sunday May 14, 2023
Many of us live in a hamster wheel of life - we get up, go to work, exhaust ourselves with our commitments, and eventually crash. We follow what's expected of us to the point of giving up on our own callings. Further, we feed our minds with news of what's going on in the world to the point where we feel overwhelmed and helpless. Is that truly a way to live?
In today's episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we bring on Scarlet Porretta, Intuitive, Medium, and Manifestation Coach, to discuss the difference between living a fear-driven versus soul-driven life. We discuss the importance - as well as the danger - of labeling our emotions and experiences, the three-legged-table metaphor for wellness, and steps that you can take to live a soulful, intuition-driven life.
About our guest:
Scarlet uses her abilities to bring clarity and peace in the journeys of her clients. Over the years, she's experienced how energies can interrupt manifesting and, ultimately one's Soul's Purpose, and feels a strong responsibility to share these experiences in hopes of making the life journey's of others smooth.
Being a Clair-Audient, the whispers she hears are life-changing, and sharing these messages from Divinity is an ability she takes seriously.
Scarlet's Soul Purpose is to provide tools to manifest and live the life they’re meant to live, and her mission is to help take away fear so we can live a soulful life. One that is in alignment with our Soul purpose and push ego out the door!
Where to find Scarlet online:
- https://scarlets-whispers.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AskScarlet
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@scarletssoulcafe7532
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarlets.soul.cafe/
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Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
Work can take up a significant portion of our lives in the industrialized world. On the plus side, it can broaden our social horizons and give us a sense of purpose. However, we run the risk of burnout or might fear that we cannot show up fully as ourselves. What are we to do?
In this week's episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we chat with Brian Berneman from Conscious Action about the role that work plays in our lives. We discuss some of the unhealthy behaviors due to hustle culture and actions you can take to achieve a better life balance.
About our Guest
Brian helps you discover a different way of living and being. Sharing simple practices to unlock your conditioned tendencies and live in the present. Wellbeing and conscious living expert.
Where to find Brian online:
https://www.consciousaction.co.nz/
https://www.consciousaction.co.nz/podcast - The Conscious Action Podcast
https://www.facebook.com/consciousactionnz
https://www.instagram.com/consciousactionnz/
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Sunday Apr 30, 2023
Sunday Apr 30, 2023
Are you ready to dive deep into the magic of Beltane, even if the weather is not cooperating?
Then you won't want to miss this week's episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, where we interview the one and only Witch Jodi from Midwest Witchery and Healing.
We're going to talk about the origin and significance of Beltane, its role within the Wheel of the Year, and how you can honor this special event no matter where you are or what the weather is like.
Witch Jodi has been a practicing witch for over 45 years, and she's here to share her knowledge, experience, and tips on making the most of this magical time of the year.
About our guest
Witch Jodi has been a practicing witch for over 45 years and a practicing RN for over 20 years. She combines Western medical knowledge, holistic nursing, herbal remedies, and magic to help others. Jodi is also the founder of Midwest Witchery and Healing in Stillwater, MN, which she built to resemble the witchcraft shops in Salem, MA, and Kent, England.
- Find Witch Jodi / Midwest Witchery and Healing
midwestwitcheryhealing.com
instagram.com/midwestwitcheryandhealing/
www.tiktok.com/@midwestwitcheryinmn
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Sunday Apr 23, 2023
Sunday Apr 23, 2023
Did you know that we have access to an amazing tool that can help us manifest our goals and promote spiritual growth? All we have to do is look up into the night-time sky! In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we bring on guest Donna Conley to show us how to use lunar cycles to deepen our journey. Plus, Donna will be discussing her new book, Wild Moon Healing, and how working with the phases of the moon can help you discover new dimensions of yourself. It's time to grab your favorite beverage, sit in your favorite chair, and get ready for this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, "Unlock the Magic: Deepen Your Spiritual Practice with the Power of Lunar Cycles", with guest Donna Conley.
About our guest
Determined to become an advocate for mental health, Donna S. Conley developed an integrated approach to teach people to discover who they are, what they want, and how to love and accept themselves so they can live their best lives.
Where to find Donna online
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Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Sunday Apr 16, 2023
Join us as we explore the potential of plant medicines in aiding us on our quest for spiritual growth. In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, we bring on guest Troy McFadden, Mindfulness Coach and Facilitator to talk about how we can expand our mindfulness practices with plant medicines that help us achieve altered states of consciousness. Troy shares how these types of medicines can help us with our mindfulness practices, and why it is important to see these tools as sacred and approach them with reverence.
About our guest
Troy is a transformational coach who works with the tools and techniques of mindfulness to support others in achieving optimal growth. He works with The Asian Leadership Institute as a corporate coach and also operates his private practice, Wisdom Warrior Coaching.
Where to find Troy online:
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