Self-love isn't inherently wrong... but I think we're missing the point of self-love.  Yes, it's good to love yourself. You can't clearly break up with yourself so you gotta be ok with you.

In this episode, I break down how self-love has become synonymous with self-isolation, why things start to get sketchy when we think that the only love that's in our lives can be for ourselves and that love isn't what we think it is.

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Amy Auset Rohn is an ordained Priestess of Isis, Intuitive Soul Coach, photographer and creator of the Soul Song.  Auset helps people connect to their soul by the written word, a photograph or alchemizing musical notes into the soul's ballad.

Auset & I discuss her work with the soul - specifically through photography & music.  The soul always finds a way to express itself by turning pain (and heartbreak) into medicine.

Learn more about Auset's groundbreaking work at https://www.ausetimages.com/.

Follow Auset on Instagram: @thegoddessinside

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Ambila Nath guides women who are seeking a long term relationship; the women who are dating a lot of people hoping they will find the right one, but feeling frustrated that it's just not happening. She mentors them to stop the endless dating, find themselves and find their man.

Ambila and I have an enlightening conversation about dating and all the rules (or brules) that go along with it.  Instead of following the rules/brules, Ambila shares her insights on what to do instead.

Are you going on endless dates, feeling frustrated and losing faith in yourself and the possibility of ever finding the right person let alone a loving relationship?

Book a free hour long #CONNECTIONS Complementary Call.  Ambila will share some powerful steps you'll need to move forward and find a loving relationship.

Click on the link to book your call today (spaces are limited!)  https://connections-call.as.me/Inquisitive-Call

Follow Ambila on Instagram: @ambilanath

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Harj Thiara is a life coach who helps people recover from heartbreak.   No, this isn't a typo nor have I lost my everlovin' mind.   Harj & I are both Canadian and heartbreak is our jam.

We get together to break down romantic heartbreak and the beauty that can happen at the end of a romantic/intimate relationship.  Harj reveals why ice cream is so bloody good for easing the pain and she shares how a broken heart can shed light on the parts of yourself that need the most work.

Check out Harj on Instagram: @harjthiara_

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Valentine's Day (formerly known to me as Singles' Awareness Day) is just around the corner.  If you're like me, you're excited for all that heart-shaped chocolate to go on sale.

In this episode, I break down connection.   You can be attracted to someone; you can even find a soul mate (hint: check the 3rd cubicle on your left next time you're at work)... but a true twin flame connection is next-level.  

Have you ever experienced a genuine connection with another human being?  Find me on Instagram (@altheabranton) and share your story with me.

Erin Stafford was (and still is!)  the girl with the big, fun personality that no one wanted to date in high school.   Her brother was THE hot guy that all the girls loved and she was basically invisible when standing next to her  gorgeous BFF. She wasn't exactly pursued by many guys growing up (neither was I TBH)

Fast-forward to now - she's got a master’s degree from a kick-ass university, traveled the world, grew in her  career, met amazing friends, fell in love a couple of times and had a blast along the way, all the while thinking she'd meet Mr. Wonderful and settle down at some point.   She'd myself up for success after all, right?  Instead, Erin became intimidating (read: #highenergy)

Erin & I break down what it means to be intimidating in this wonderfully fun conversation.  Personally, I own being intimidating.  So there.  

Learn more about Erin's future #1 New York Times bestseller If I Don't Laugh I'll Cry at www.erinstafford.com.

Have you ever been called intimidating?  DM me your best dating stories on Instagram: @altheabranton

Lilly Garcia is a flexible brand designer currently putting her skills to good use in the non-profit sector. She believes that design can be a tool for social change when we decide to show up as our full selves in our branding.

In this special edition episode, Lilly and I break down branding.  She shares her inspiration behind her thought-provoking article on Medium. Branding doesn't have to continue to feed the patriarchal capitalist machine; it can connect human beings to one another.

Check out Lilly's personal projects, poetry, and zines on Instagram: @_lillygarcia

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For the last 12 years, Christi Anne Bela has been there for stressed out executives, seniors with severe health problems, couples struggling with connection, people during pregnancy, weight loss, anxiety, insomnia, loss and with families as they prepare their special needs children for the future of independent living with a disability. She meets you wherever you are at right now and shows you how to build the life you love.

Christi Anne & I break down how pain affects the chakras.  She gives a wonderfully delicious description of the chakras and how it's essential to do the work in the lower chakras to establish a solid foundation for yourself... especially if your formative years weren't so formative-friendly.

Follow Christi Anne on Instagram: @christiannebela

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It's a perfect time of year to break down greatness. 

Ever hear terms like "world-class", "personal mastery" or something to that effect? These terms would have you believe that unless you have a bazillion social media followers or a bazillon dollars in the bank (spiritually manifested while you sleep of course), you haven't achieved greatness.

In this episode, I break down how the current definition of 'greatness' can only lead to disappointment and a distorted view of the Self.  I'm challenging you to go within to figure out what greatness means for you. 

Despite our circumstances (we're not all having the same experience), I genuinely believe there's greatness in all of us.  Having the courage to figure out what greatness means to us as individuals (I think) is where greatness begins.

What does greatness mean to you?  DM me on Instagram: @altheabranton

Amanda Midkiff is the herbalist and plant witch at Locust Light Farm, an herbal teaching garden and community space in central New Jersey. Through on-farm/online classes and seasonal rituals, she helps people to connect with the magic and medicine of the plant world. She believes that ritual can change your life, that all words are spells, and that the plants are always here to help us -- if we simply remember to ask.

Amanda shares her compelling journey of how she made her dream a reality... until it was turned into mulch.  Literally.  

Want to turn your daily cup of tea into a magical ritual? Check out Amanda's free video course BREW: The 5-step guide to making tea like a plant witch here.

Follow Amanda on Instagram: @locustlightfarm

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