The episode focuses on the importance of stillness and reconnecting with the soul. It includes a guided meditation to help listeners slow down and come back to themselves, emphasizing the grounding energy of Mother Earth and the benefits of pausing for stillness.

Kena explores the importance of stillness and grounding through the guided meditation, focusing on reconnecting with oneself and the earth to find clarity, peace, and inner strength.

Keywords

stillness, meditation, grounding, self-care, spirituality, mindfulness, inner peace, meditation guide, energy connection, self-reflection

Key Topics

• The importance of stillness and slowing down in a busy life
• Guided meditation to connect with Earth and Archangel Sandalphon
• The role of grounding energy in calming the nervous system
• How to incorporate stillness into daily life for better health and peace

Takeaways

• Stillness helps us reconnect with our true selves beneath the noise
• Connecting with Earth and spiritual guides can provide support and clarity
• Practicing grounding meditation can calm the nervous system and reduce stress
• Taking time to pause replenishes our energy and enhances well-being

Chapters

00:00 The Invitation to Stillness

02:45 Grounding Energy and Meditation

05:57 The Power of Stillness

08:04 Closing Reflections and Gratitude

Resources

Kyle Gray - Angels Are With You Now - https://www.kylegray.co.uk/ https://courses.kylegray.co.uk/angel

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Call Me Courage - Armor

The episode explores the concept of emotional armor and its impact on personal growth and authenticity. Sandra and Kena share personal experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of awareness and the need to examine and evolve our armor. Learn practical tools and insights to recognize, understand, and gradually shed armor to live a more genuine and fulfilling life.

Key Topics

• The concept of emotional armor and its origins in childhood
• How armor serves as a defense mechanism and its impact on growth
• The 11 types of armor described by Brene Brown and their effects
• Practical steps to recognize and release armor
• The importance of self-awareness and compassion in healing

Takeaways

• Emotional armor can protect us but may also limit us if not examined and evolved.
• Awareness of our armor is the first step toward understanding how it shapes our patterns and our lives.
• Small shifts in how we respond, reflect, or open up can create meaningful change.
• Releasing the parts of our armor that no longer serve us can be empowering.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Emotional Armor

03:23 The Impact of Life Experiences

06:20 Recognizing Our Armor

12:05 The Role of Childhood in Armor Formation

17:29 Dismantling Armor for Authenticity

19:24 Types of Armor and Their Effects

24:10 Awareness and Growth Through Armor Examination

Resources

Brene Brown's book Strong Ground - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Brene+Brown+Strong+Ground

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Keywords

emotional armor, personal growth, vulnerability, authenticity, Brene Brown, self-awareness, healing, transformation, leadership, self-development

This episode explores the importance of setting boundaries for emotional well-being, recognizing hidden depression, and learning to love oneself. The host shares personal experiences and practical tips to help listeners reconnect with their true selves and prioritize their mental health.

Keywords

boundaries, mental health, self-love, hidden depression, emotional well-being, self-care, personal growth

Topics

• The importance of boundaries for mental health
• Signs of smiling depression and hidden struggles
• Personal story of overcoming silent suffering
• Practical steps to love oneself and set boundaries
• Understanding the impact of boundaries on relationships
• takeaways
• Boundaries are essential to prevent losing oneself in people-pleasing behaviors.
• Recognizing signs of smiling depression can save lives.
• Loving yourself and setting boundaries helps reclaim your inner peace.
• It's okay to say no and prioritize your emotional needs.
• Boundaries are about what you do, not just what you say.

Titles

The Power of Boundaries: Reclaiming Your Inner Peace

Hidden Depression and How to Heal Yourself

sound bites

"Only do what feels right in your heart"

"Boundaries are lines in the sand"

"Set boundaries to protect your peace"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Boundaries and Self-Discovery

06:00 The Importance of Setting Boundaries

resources

Resources

Please see the Call Me Courage Website Blog Resource Post if you are in need Professional Help: https://www.callmecouragepodcast.com/blog

James Van Praagh - Author and Spiritual Teacher - https://www.jamesvanpraagh.com/

Understanding Smiling Depression - Article - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mood-chronicles/202001/understanding-smiling-depression

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In this episode, Kena reflects on an interview with psychic and medium Laura Lynn Jackson, discussing the validation of intuitive knowledge, connecting with energy, embracing intuition, vibrational energy, connecting with the soul, and a mantra for the week. Kena shares insights on sensing energy, setting intentions, recognizing signs, and choosing light over darkness.

Takeaways

• Embrace intuition and trust inner knowledge.
• Choose gratitude, kindness, and love as a new currency for thoughts and actions.

Chapters

• 00:00 Connecting with Energy
• 07:05 Vibrational Energy

Cheryl Brewster, The Intuitive Life: https://theintuitivelife.com/

Jay Shetty Podcast, Whispers You’re Ignoring!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTnZvIpauao

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Kena explores the importance of releasing old stories, rediscovering your true self, and embracing authenticity through personal stories and meditation. This episode offers insights on how to renew your identity and live courageously.

Keywords

self-discovery, authenticity, personal growth, meditation, courage, identity, self-love

Key Topics

• Releasing old stories and beliefs
• Personal transformation and authenticity
• Meditation for self-discovery
• Takeaways
• You cannot take away me from me.
• Acceptance is seeing clearly, not liking or agreeing.
• Finding your way home involves reconnecting with your true self.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Self-Discovery and Courage

01:18 Recognizing When You've Lost Yourself

02:11 The Impact of Expectations on Identity

03:07 Learning from Past Relationships

04:03 Acceptance Without Agreement

05:24 Guided Meditation for Self-Reflection

07:23 Connecting with Your Inner Peace

08:08 Mantra for Releasing Old Stories

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The midweek Call Me Courage inspiration and motivation with Kena focuses on the concept of soft courage and the shift from pressure to presence. Kena shares her experience of taking a break from the noise to find honesty and clarity, emphasizing the power of presence and the importance of acknowledging honest feelings as an act of soft courage.

Takeaways

• Soft courage
• Presence over pressure

Chapters

• 00:00 Soft Courage: The Shift from Pressure to Presence
• 06:17 Speaking Up with Compassion: Rooted in Honesty

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Sandra and Kena explore the VALID method for emotional awareness and growth, sharing personal stories and practical steps to understand and release feelings, foster self-awareness, and cultivate courage.

Keywords

emotional intelligence, VALID method, self-awareness, feelings, personal growth, courage, healing, mindfulness, mental health, resilience

Key Topics

• The VALID method for emotional awareness
• The importance of naming and valuing feelings
• How past trauma influences present reactions
• The role of intention in growth and healing
• Strategies for releasing emotional pain
• takeaways
• Naming feelings acknowledges their signals and prevents loops of frustration.
• Asking what a situation is teaching us opens the door to growth.
• Releasing what no longer serves us is a personal act of self-care.
• Understanding that others' behaviors are projections helps us detach from hurt.
• Suffering can be a false badge of honor rooted in childhood beliefs.

Titles

Unlocking Emotional Wisdom: The VALID Method in 5 Steps

How to Transform Frustration into Growth with VALID.

.

• "Ignoring feelings can lead to resentment."
• "Ask what this feeling is trying to tell you."
• "Notice your prompts and ask what they mean."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Personal Evolution

04:17 Understanding Feelings as Prompts

07:12 The VALID Method Explained

10:19 The Importance of Naming Feelings

13:02 Learning from Anger and Past Experiences

15:58 The Role of Intention in Personal Growth

19:20 Letting Go and Not Taking It Personally

21:56 Wrapping Up and Next Steps

resources

The Secret Language of Feelings - Calvin D. Banyan https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7U7V4Q

The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz

https://a.co/d/04PXYbMZ

Strong Ground - Brené Brown

https://a.co/d/0eaw8I9P

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Please remember if you are in crisis or need to work out delicate situations, please seek the help of professionals.

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Episode Overview

Intuition vs. Fear

Exploring the subtle power of inner knowing and how to distinguish intuition from fear. Learn practical ways to build self-trust by listening to your body's signals and trusting your gut feelings, illustrated through personal stories and actionable tips.

Keywords

intuition, self-trust, body wisdom, gut feeling, decision-making, personal growth, mindfulness, inner knowing

Key Topics

• Difference between intuition and fear
• How the body signals micro-expressions and energy shifts
• Building self-trust through small actions
• Practical tips to recognize and trust gut feelings
• Personal story illustrating intuition in action

Titles

• Trust Your Gut: How to Recognize and Act on Inner Wisdom
• The Power of Inner Knowing: Building Self-Trust Through Intuition

Sound Bites

• "Intuition is usually calm but firm."
• "Your body is constantly scanning your environment."
• "Your inner knowing whispers, it doesn't shout."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Inner Knowing

02:53 Understanding Intuition vs. Fear

06:54 Recognizing Subtle Clues

10:30 Building Self-Trust and Action Steps

Resources

Intuition Toolkit by Joel Pearson - https://www.amazon.com/Intuition-Toolkit-Joel-Pearson/dp/XXXXXX

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