Benshen Talks S.H.I.T.

In this episode, I sit down with Brianna Lance, a multi-faceted modern day Renaissance woman. Brianna, a self-taught artist based in New York City, has worn many hats over the years - from music to fashion to now a full-time artist living in the East Village. Her paintings, rich in fantastical detail and spontaneous form, serve as portals to dimensions that words often fail to describe. In this episode, we sit down with Brianna as she shares her story, which is one of transformation, perseverance, and trust in the divine timing.

“I think if you have that intention, it's sort of like you can never really actually fail, no matter what the outcome is, because your intentions are pure.” - Brianna Lance

TOPICS COVERED

• How Brianna transitioned from fashion to fine art
• The spiritual dimensions that inform Brianna’s creative process
• The power of intention in creative work and personal growth
• Brianna’s love for the Tarot
• Navigating life's changes with grace and openness

Guest Info:

Brianna’s Website

Brianna’s Collection

Brianna’s Instagram

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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Aquarius Tarot Reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising.

Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on January 29th. As we navigate this New Moon in Aquarius, remember that true growth often comes from small, consistent steps rather than dramatic leaps. By embracing the energy of this lunar phase, we can create lasting change and move closer to our goals with intention and clarity.

For seven years, Ana has practiced the Art of Tarot. As a lifelong storyteller, seeing the world through the archetypes of the cards came naturally. Her mission is to leave her clients with a sense of peace and clarity after each session.

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Ana’s WebsiteAna’s Instagram

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In this episode, I'm joined by India Sambuy, a talented freelance graphic designer and art director based in New York City. Together, we explore the ins and outs of building a successful creative business, from networking and client relations to developing a strong work ethic and personal brand.

India shares her journey from recent graduate to in-demand freelancer, offering valuable insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, managing client expectations, and staying organized in an ever-changing industry. We discuss the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and pushing beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally. India's fresh perspective and practical advice will inspire you to take your creative business to the next level.

“Connect with people that you admire and talk to them. And I'm sure they can pass on great tips - that's what I constantly do. Keep learning, keep being excited with what you do is one of the most important things.”

Topics Covered:

• The power of networking and word-of-mouth marketing
• Strategies for staying organized and meeting deadlines as a freelancer
• The importance of consistency in branding across all platforms
• The benefits of pushing yourself outside your comfort zone
• The role of authenticity in building a strong social media presence
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India Sambuy Website

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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Cancer Tarot Reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising.

Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on January 13th. The first Full Moon of the Year, this Cancer Full Moon is all about tuning into and acknowledging our emotional sensitivity, intuition, and as it aligns closely to the current Mars Retrograde, it's an invitation to investigate repressed emotions in opportunity for deeper clarity and healing.

For seven years, Ana has practiced the Art of Tarot. As a lifelong storyteller, seeing the world through the archetypes of the cards came naturally. Her mission is to leave her clients with a sense of peace and clarity after each session.

Celtic Cross Tarot Pull:

• Lust

• Nine of Pentacles

• The Enchantress

• The Empress Reversed

• Ten of Pentacles

• The Hanged One

• The Lovers

• Nine of Wands

• Seven of Wands



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We’re back with solo episodes! In this episode, I dive into a technique and tool I have been personally using for years: Autosuggestion. I first discovered this tool while listening to a podcast with Bob Proctor where he shared how this practice that he learned from Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill that powerfully changed his life. I started working with them after listening to that episode to shift my beliefs around money, career and finances and I couldn’t believe the transformation that occurred.

The episode covers how into how I found the science of Autosuggestions, how they work to transform the mind and change our beliefs and what we feel we deserve as well as how to use Autosuggestions to create new, empowering beliefs. I also dive into the history of the practice and also how to use them in your life to create powerful and lasting change. This is a tool you can come back to again and again and forever keep in your toolbox and one that we use monthly over at BENSHEN in our memberships and workshops.

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Topics Covered:

• The three parts of the mind: conscious, subconscious, and superconscious
• How Desirée discovered the practice of using Autosuggestions
• Autosuggestions as taught by Napoleon Hill and Émile Coué
• Using Autosuggestions as a powerful tool for changing beliefs
• How Desirée used Autosuggestions for finding love and creating financial success

Episode Links:

• 835 Bob Proctor: How to Manifest Abundance
• Benshen Membership

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• Benshen.co Website
• Benshen.co Course
• Benshen.co Instagram

In this episode, I'm joined by Jilly Hendrix, content creator, brand consultant and founder of BODY a premium low proof vodka company. As a former DJ, pursuing her music career is what led her from LA to NYC. As a multi-passionate person, surrounding herself with other entrepreneurs in New York City inspired Jilly to follow her own entrepreneurial spirit.

In a world where authenticity often takes a backseat to perfection, we discuss how staying true to her interests allowed Jilly to be more authentic and also successful in her career. Jilly shares how working with brands and utilizing social media to create authentic content led to her being her own founder and shares her story of learning to embrace all of herself along the way.

“The reason why I am successful, or will be successful, is because I know who I am as a whole. If you remove any of those pieces then it won’t work.”

Key Insights:

• Embracing Authenticity: The power of showing up as your true self in business and personal life
• Navigating Multiple Passions: How to balance diverse interests without feeling pressured to choose just one
• Overcoming Rejection: Strategies for building resilience in the face of setbacks
• Social Media as a Testing Ground: Using platforms to experiment with ideas and connect with your audience
• Purpose-Driven Action: Finding motivation beyond external validation

Practical Takeaways:

• Don't take social media too seriously - experiment and find what works for you
• Remember that everyone is figuring things out, even those who seem successful
• Use rejection as a stepping stone for growth and learning
• Focus on your purpose to overcome fear of judgment
• Give yourself grace and love, especially when facing setbacks

This conversation serves as a reminder that success isn't about having it all figured out, but about continuing to show up, learn, and grow. Whether you're an entrepreneur, content creator, or simply someone navigating the complexities of modern life, this episode offers valuable insights on embracing your authentic self and building a life and career that aligns with your passions.

Guest Info:

Jilly's Instagram

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BODY Vodka Instagram

BODY Vodka Website

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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Capricorn Tarot Reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising.

Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on December 30th. Capricorn rules our ambition, our work life, structures and pragmatism. This lunar cycle brings a practical side to new beginnings. Ana emphasizes the theme of trusting the process in preparing for the future. The potency of this abundant spread will take us into the New Year which helps to support our individual and collective intentions for 2025.

“When I see the advice card as The Sun, I see a dawn breaking energy. There’s a lion on this Sun card. The energy of Leo energy - the energy of wanting to be seen. There’s a feeling of ‘Who do I want to be? How do I want to present in the world?’ There’s a performance aspect so it’s great for creativity too.”

For seven years, Ana has practiced the Art of Tarot. As a lifelong storyteller, seeing the world through the archetypes of the cards came naturally. Her mission is to leave her clients with a sense of peace and clarity after each session. 

Celtic Cross Tarot Pull:

• Page of Cups Reversed

• The Moon

• The Empress 

• High Priestess

• Eight of Pentacles 

• The Sun

• Four of Swords 

• Five of Swords

• Page of Swords

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Ana’s WebsiteAna’s Instagram

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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Sagittarius Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising.

Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on November 30th. Where do we go to seek wisdom? That is the question with Sagittarius. Wisdom can be found through higher knowledge and education. We also seek wisdom through travel, both literally and spiritual travels. In Sag season, we’re asking the BIG questions. Not only is this lunar cycle in the mutable fire sign, we also have Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius which makes us feel very existential. 

“With The Tower as our advice card, there might be an energy of us lighting our own flames, maybe in a cathartic way. ‘That’s what I needed to rebuild something stronger.’ There's a need to embrace disruption and change. Whether it means refortifying or building something back, there's a level of rebuilding with The Tower. We want something that can be more sustainable.”

For seven years, Ana has practiced the Art of Tarot. As a lifelong storyteller, seeing the world through the archetypes of the cards came naturally. Her mission is to leave her clients with a sense of peace and clarity after each session. 

Celtic Cross Tarot Pull:

• Two of Pentacles
• Ace of Pentacles Reversed
• The Moon
• Ace of Wands Reversed
• King of Cups
• Nine of Pentacles Reversed 
• The Tower
• Ten of Wands
• The Empress Reversed 
• Nine of Swords Reversed 

Guest Info:

Ana’s Website

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In this episode, we have a Full Moon in Taurus Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising.

Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the Full Moon on November 15th. Taurus is ruled by Venus, the planet of love and money. With Taurus, there is an element of pleasure, of wanting to be comfortable and luxurious. Ruled by an Earth sign, this lunar cycle grants us permission to relax and restore. Also with Taurus as the ruler, there is an element of financial gain, materials and objects that bring us joy and how we maintain and care for our physical possessions. 

“There’s something that we want to invest in so we’re putting in the time to learn and to grow. We’re very much tending our garden. It’s the energy of the harvest. We have to tend to the crops. We have to see what we grew to see how we want to do better next time. We’re learning, we’re growing. We’re working towards ascending to the next level. ”

For seven years, Ana has practiced the Art of Tarot. As a lifelong storyteller, seeing the world through the archetypes of the cards came naturally. Her mission is to leave her clients with a sense of peace and clarity after each session. 

Celtic Cross Tarot Pull:

• The Hermit Reversed 
• Six of Pentacles 
• Three of Pentacles
• Ace of Pentacles
• Queen of Cups
• Eight of Pentacles
• Witch (Knight) of Pentacles 
• Ace of Swords Reversed
• Five of Pentacles
• Ten of Cups

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Ana’s Website

Ana’s Instagram

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In this episode, we have a New Moon in Scorpio Tarot reading with Iliana “Ana” Mirabal, a Brooklyn based performer, professional Tarot card reader, Pisces Sun, Leo Moon, and Libra Rising.

Ana shares the forecast for the energy of the New Moon on November 1st. We are in full Scorpio season. This lunar cycle greets us during Halloween, Samhain and Day of the Dead. Represented by The Death card in Tarot, Scorpio teaches us the full meaning of transformation, through loss there is growth. With every Death there is a Rebirth on the other side. As Scorpio is represented by the element of Water, Ana breaks down the symbolism of how to work with the element during emotional times. 

“When we’re dealing with water - our emotional world, in spirit and in Tarot, the waves are big sometimes. Our emotional waves are big and they can push you down but they can also catch you. If you fall, you fall into water. There’s an allowance to wiping out, an acceptance of being knocked down. The best thing we can do is not resist it, have your moment under the water, let it catch you and then get back up and try again.”

For seven years, Ana has practiced the Art of Tarot. As a lifelong storyteller, seeing the world through the archetypes of the cards came naturally. Her mission is to leave her clients with a sense of peace and clarity after each session. 

Celtic Cross Tarot Pull:

• Five of Swords
• Nine of Swords
• Hanged Man
• Queen of Swords
• Nine of Wands Reversed
• Six of Wands
• The World Reversed
• Six of Cups
• Three of Swords
• Five of Cups Reversed

Guest Info:

Ana’s Website

Ana’s Instagram

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