In this solo episode, Jessica Ann shares her profound journey of identity death and rebirth that fueled her creation of the Somatic Energetics Academy. She highlights the emotional initiation required to transform into your next highest self, emphasizing that true growth involves loss, grief, and radical honesty.

In this episode, we explore:

• How identity death is a necessary precursor to embodying your true purpose

• The emotional and physical toll of transformational initiations in entrepreneurship and life

• The role of nervous system regulation and somatic work in healing and expansion

• How to recognize and release old identities holding you back

• The importance of community and containers for safe transformation

• Practical visualization: stepping into your future self in five years

• Why capacity, not strategy, is the foundation of sustainable impact and income

• The significance of honoring your unique energetic signature

• How triggers serve as activation points for deeper spiritual work and growth

Connect with me:

Website- www.somaticenergeticsacademy.com

IG: @jessicaann_co@somaticenergeticsacademy

Free Community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/3216633025276189

In this episode, we explore the transformative journey of embracing midlife, the importance of education in women’s health, and the healing potential of plant medicine, psychedelics, and spiritual practices. Anna Desmarais shares her inspiring story from conventional nursing to becoming a psychedelic facilitator and holistic healer, empowering women to reclaim their vitality and authenticity.

Key Topics:

• Anna’s personal journey from ER nurse to holistic healer and psychedelic practitioner

• Dissolving myths around menopause, perimenopause, and hormone testing

• The critical role of education in women’s health and hormone management

• Mindful use of plant medicine like ayahuasca and ketamine for healing and end-of-life care

• The influence of astrology, especially Saturn returns, on women’s midlife experiences

• How disempowerment in healthcare affects women over 40 and ways to reclaim power

• The significance of set and setting in psychedelic journeys for safety and results

• Practical self-care rituals: creating space, stillness, and embracing authenticity

• The importance of community, support, and embracing your “crazy” self unapologetically

• Future visions for legal psychedelic integration in mainstream healthcare

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Website- https://annadesmarais.com/

Social media links- https://www.instagram.com/annadesmarais.rn/

In this episode of the Own Your Shift podcast, host Jessica Ann speaks with Carly Allred about her transformative journey through spirituality, mental health, and the complexities of her upbringing in the LDS faith. Carly shares her experiences with mental health struggles, the impact of her childhood beliefs, and her quest for personal growth and healing. The conversation delves into the intersection of religion and spirituality, exploring how these elements have shaped Carly's understanding of herself and her relationship with divinity. In this conversation, Jessica Ann explores her personal spiritual journey, the evolution of her understanding of God, and the impact of spirituality on mental health. She emphasizes the importance of self-empowerment and the freedom to choose one's own beliefs. The discussion also highlights the role of community and creativity in personal growth and healing.

Key Takeaways

In today’s episode, we discuss:

• Carly's journey reflects the importance of community and sisterhood in personal growth.

• Childhood experiences significantly shape our beliefs and mental health.

• Spirituality and religion are distinct, with spirituality being more personal and internal.

• Carly's experience with PMDD highlights the complexities of mental health.

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Website- https://carlyallred.com/

Social media links- https://www.instagram.com/wildravenbreathwork/