Awaken the Authentic You

In this episode, we’re saying goodbye—but only so we can say hello to something even more aligned. After an amazing ride with Awaken the Authentic You, we’re officially wrapping up this chapter and getting ready to launch our new podcast: The Darcy & Tracy Show: a podcast about cosmic shit 🌌

Here’s what we dive into in this final send-off:

💫 How this podcast started and the shifts we’ve felt along the way

🌀 What authenticity has come to mean for us (hint: it’s still evolving)

🌙 Why we’re rebranding and what we’re so excited to explore next

🧿 A sneak peek of the magic coming soon with The Darcy & Tracy Show

💖 Our gratitude for YOU—our listeners, supporters, and soul fam

We’re not going far! Be sure to subscribe/follow us, because the next iteration of this podcast is coming in hot—with astrology, tarot, Human Design, and a whole lot of cosmic truth bombs.

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Thank you for being part of this journey. The authentic you is always welcome here 💜

The book I mentioned is, "The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne.  It's one of my favorite Law of Attraction books!

What we focus on in this episode:

1. Important definitions 

• Psychic attack - a personal attack meant to chip away at your confidence and positive vibration until you feel hopeless or helpless
• Hexes – targeted harassment brought on by your past actions. Hexes are usually carried out by people who are very aware of the havoc they are trying to impose on other people.  While innocent bystanders can sometimes be the target of a hex, it’s very rare. 
  • Take this as a warning to be careful of who you choose to associate yourself with because it may come back to bite you in the ass. 
• Energy Vampires – sometimes called “psychic vampires”, these are individuals who drain energy from others, many times being totally unaware of what they are doing. 

2. What a psychic attack really is

3. Signs that you may be under psychic attack 

4. Ways to confirm if you’re under a psychic attack 

5. Protecting your energy from a psychic attack

Tracy’s Self-Defense “Calling Back Your Energy” Declaration

 “I call back my power and energy from all corners, people, places and situations that are draining, siphoning, or stealing from me-consciously or unconsciously, intentionally or unintentionally from all realms, worlds, and directions of time. I am safe, loved and protected.”

Darcy's 4-card Tarot Spread To Confirm a Psychic Attack

Shuffle your cards and say, “Am I under psychic or energetic attack?  Show me what I need to know most”.  Then draw out 4 cards and arrange them in front of you, beginning on your left with card #1.

1. Am I under attack?  
   1. This is a yes or no kind of question, so take your answer to heart and only draw additional cards if the answer is “yes”. 
2. What clues can I have about who is attacking me?
3. How can I neutralize the energy?
4. What lessons am I supposed to be learning as a result? 

Welcome to what we hope you’ll find to be a helpful episode of the Awaken the Authentic You podcast. In this episode, we’ll cover each month of 2025 and the astrological events you need to know about. 

Including: 

• Dates for New & Full Moons – Learn how combining the law of attraction with the powerful energetic influence of the New and Full Moons can help you set intentions, release negativity, and reach your goals.
• Major planetary shifts – We’re traveling into unchartered waters as 4 of the major planets move into new zodiac signs, making 2025 a year of overcoming obstacles and personal growth.
• Retrogrades, eclipses and so much more!

Get ready to ride the energetic waves of 2025! This episode is loaded with important dates, energies, and even a few tips to help you tackle 2025 with confidence.  Tune in and be prepared to make the most of every twist, turn, and opportunity life throws your way. 

To book an in-person, video, or telephone reading with Darcy, click HERE. 

Here's Darcy's recipe for Yule Cake

3 sticks softened butter

3 tablespoons softened butter

1 ¼ and 2 Tablespoons flour

¾ cup chopped candied cherries

1 ¼ raisins*

1 ¼ cups dried currants*

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

1 teaspoon ground allspice

1 Tablespoon salt

1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Preheat over to 300 degrees.  Using a pastry brush, use the 3 Tablespoons of softened butter to coat the sides and bottom of a 9 x 3-inch springform cake pan.

Sprinkle 2 Tablespoons of flour into the pan and tip the pan to coat the sides evenly.

Combine the cherries, raisins* and currants* in a bowl. Then, add ¼ cup flour and stir into the fruit with a spoon to coat evenly.  Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream the 3 sticks of butter, granulated sugar, and 2 additional Tablespoons of flour until light and fluffy. 

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then gradually beat in the rest of the flour, allspice, and salt.  

Add the nut mixture, ½ cup at a time to the batter, beating well after each addition.  

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly with a spatula.

Bake on the middle rack for 1.5 hours or until the top of your Yule cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. 

Cool completely before removing from the pan. 

Substitutions for raisins and/or currents:

• Dried cranberries
• Dried blueberries
• Chopped dates
• Prunes

To book an in-person, video, or telephone reading with Darcy, click HERE. 

Episode 1: Earth

Host:
Earth is the element of stability and grounding. It represents the physical realm—our home, bodies, and resources. When we think of Earth, we think of the North, a place of stillness and stability. It connects deeply with the Root Chakra, the energy center associated with security and survival.

Earth energy is slow, steady, and supportive. In a healing circle, it provides balance and a solid foundation for all intentions. It rules over the bones, legs, and feet—those parts of us that hold us up and keep us connected to the ground.

[Pause for Reflection]
Take a moment. When was the last time you felt truly grounded? Maybe it was standing barefoot on grass or holding a smooth stone in your hand. These small moments are a direct connection to Earth energy.

Host:
Tools like stones, bones, and pendulums are often used for divination in Earth-centered practices. If you’re looking for a ritual to connect with Earth, create a small altar with soil, crystals, or a plant. Meditate on stability and let Earth guide you to your roots.

2: Air

Host:
Air is the element of intellect, communication, and freedom. It’s associated with the East, where the sun rises—a fitting symbol for new ideas and inspiration. Air governs the Throat Chakra, our center for expression and truth.

When Air enters a healing circle, it brings clarity and vision as it carries the seeds of wisdom.It touches the lungs and voice, those parts of us that engage with the external world. Think of Air as a bridge between thought and action.

[Practical Tip]
One way to connect with Air is through breathing exercises. Try deep inhalations paired with affirmations like, "I speak my truth freely." You can also work with feathers or incense to honor this element.  I like to stand outside (especially when I am dealing with anxiety or worry), close my eyes and feel the air / wind blow away that stress or worry.  Focus on the parts of the body it is touching, how it feels on your skin.  Listen to the messages that come with the wind / air. 

Host:
Let Air guide your thoughts and inspire creative solutions to challenges in your life. It’s all about clarity and movement.

3: Fire

Host:
Fire burns in the South, symbolizing passion, courage, and transformation. It’s the essence of change, consuming the old to make way for the new. Connected to the Solar Plexus Chakra, Fire governs our inner power and will.

In a healing circle, Fire offers courage and energy to act. It protects, it banishes, it fuels, it warms those cold places and embeds in us the messages we need to carry.  It resonates with the blood and digestive system—the literal and figurative flames within us.

When combined with air, it can spark those dormant embers within us. 

[Practical Tip]
Work with candles for personal empowerment. Choose colors that resonate with your intention—red for passion, yellow for confidence, or orange for creativity. Gazing into a flame can also inspire insight and clarity. 

4: Water

Host:
Flowing in the West is Water, the element of emotions and intuition. It’s a symbol of life and purification, ever-moving and adaptable. Water resonates with the Sacral Chakra, which governs our creativity and emotional flow.

Water touches our tears, reproductive system, and the cycles of life. In a healing circle, it cleanses emotional wounds and restores balance.  It can refresh, nourish, and also wash away the corrosion of the past.

Host:
Moon water rituals are a powerful way to work with this element. Charge a bowl of water under the full moon, then use it to cleanse your hands, tools, or space. Let Water guide your emotional journey with its soothing and transformative power.

5: Spirit (Ether)

Host:
Finally, we come to Spirit, the fifth element. Spirit ties all the others together, representing the divine connection and universal energy. It’s associated with all directions and resonates with the Crown Chakra, our link to higher consciousness.

In healing circles, Spirit harmonizes energies, creating a sense of unity and wholeness. It transcends the physical, touching the nervous system and the aura.

[Reflection]
Spirit reminds us that magic and connection aren’t just practices—they’re experiences. Work with tools like meditation or visualization to deepen your connection with this universal force.