Centered with Angie Yingst

Episode 72: Chronic Conditions, Pain & Positivity with Julie Taylor

I am so honored to introduce Julie Taylor. Julie is an Endo and IC Warrior who's passionate about mindset as medicine. Endo is an abbreviation for endometriosis and IC stands for Interstitial Cystitis (a painful bladder syndrome). While healing with these chronic conditions, she learned the power of crystals and energy to heal and how using a positive mindset as a tool to help manage her moods and emotions helped her body build resilience. Julie's formal degrees are in writing and early childhood ed, though the innate cheerleader at home in her heart drives her to write words, she hopes will spark a mood or mindset that might brighten things for others. Julie is the author of a children's book, Blue Hissy Highness and the Shiny Stones (you can buy that here). The book focuses on how a positive mindset can reframe and heal. It also reminds children that we can move toward mutual acceptance and forgiveness, but also the very adult reminder that acceptance isn't a one-and-done ideal—a lesson we need to revisit as we age. Julie also tends a website and an online space called Stone Spelling & Witchery, which is also the name of her private Facebook group Stone Spelling & Witchery to connect and share the metaphysical and mystical, celebrate earth and moon cycles, share spells, post favorite crystals, chat about witchiness, and ask questions. Julie curates a beautiful community that serves as a magical hub for joy and positivity.

In this episode, Julie and I talk about living with chronic conditions and chronic pain, how we manage our spirit during times of flares. We talk about positivity, staying positive, toxic positivity or not toxic positivity, the benefits and downfalls of emotional bypassing, and what Julie has terms LoMo—or how to manage Low Moods and shift them to help with chronic conditions. Honestly, this is such an awesome, refreshing conversation. As someone who has to manage many chronic autoimmune conditions, I find simply speaking my truth about living with pain and fatigue can be important.

Episode 70: the Rat Chronicles with Dr. Amy Kittelstrom

Dr. Amy Kittelstrom, is a professor of history at Sonoma State University and author of the book the Religion of Democracy (https://www.amazon.com/Religion-Democracy-Liberals-American-Tradition/dp/1594204853) . I asked this incredibly accomplished historian to talk about “Rats,” the rodents, and the proverbial rats of the world. We talk about what it is like to be a single mother homeowner and accomplished historian who needs some home repairs done and rats removed from the house. I am grateful for the opportunity to share Dr. Kittelstrom, one of my closest friends, with my world.

Disclaimers: Our discussion verges on politics, some of which might not be your politics. We also talk about feminism and the trauma of being a woman in a deeply patriarchal and ultimately misogynistic society. That might not be your point of view. We also talk about rodents and having to kill rodents, particularly as Buddhists.

In this episode, which I initially wrote as an open letter to my clients and friends, is actually a series of writings about workaholism, alcoholism, codependency, self-care, self-preservation, being of service to others and some of my history. It is split up in 6 parts. I hope it resonates.

As mentioned, my book will open in a few weeks. You can subscribe to my newsletter for updates at http://themoonandstone.com or follow me on social media.

I also mention some things. Those last four words are not mine. It is Ho’oponopono, the Hawaiian practice that combines love, forgiveness, repentance, and gratitude in four powerful phrases. I’m sorry. Please forgive me. I Thank you. I love you.

 Links I mention:

https://reductress.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Laura-Dernoot-Lipsky-Trauma-Stewardship/dp/B07VPNP3XF/

During this episode, I talk personally about myself and my journey this past year, working with the Chariot, and moving into 2024 with the Card of the Year--Strength. I also talk about the biggest astrology transit of the year and how to work with them.

Blessed 2024!

A little Greek Mythology, a little astrology, a little earth medicine. Who could ask for more? As always, if you are interested in working with this medicine, check out the Earth Medicine box on my website under Handcrafted Medicine. https://themoonandstone.com/medicine

Happy November! Angie talks about the astrology of the month, pulls a Tarot card archetype for November (the 9 of friggin’ Swords), and the Earth Medicine allies—Plant Medicine of Yarrow; Stone Medicine: Turquoise, Aquamarine + Lepidolite as well as work with the medicine of our Animal Guide of Alligator +/or Crocodile

Remember these earth medicine guides can be tools for this month, and help you do your thang! A medicine bundle is

You can find November's Medicine Bundle here: https://themoonandstone.com/medicine/nov-2023-earth-medicine

Remember Angie does her Tarot thing through her collective Full Moon + New Moon readings for the Moon + Stone Membership

In this episode, I do mention the Body Keeps Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748

PS from Angie: Dearest listeners, Apologies for the lateness of this episode, we had some personal family emergency stuff come up and as a result, my stutter makes a wee appearance here. It is too hard to edit out and I am unfortunately too behind in my work to do that, so enjoy my "I-bursting-at-the-seams-with-lateness" stutter. Much love, Angelica

I decided to change things up a bit this year and do the history of Halloween and the modern celebration of Halloween and the ancient celebration of Samhain. I also talk about the modern celebration of Samhain too. I also said it had been one year since I started doing the Wheel of the Year sabbats, but actually it has been two. (TWO!?!?! I lost a whole ass year, people.)

Samhain. History Channel.

How the Early Catholic Church Christianized Halloween by Patrick Kiger

The Pagan Mysteries of Halloween. Jean

The Origins of Trick or Treating History Channel.

In this episode of Centered, Angie answers some of the many questions she has received since her last Q&A episode in May on Astrology! Specifically, she is waxing a bit philosophic about life of life’s terms, being present, reacting vs. responding, sacred pause, being comfortable with being uncomfortable, authenticity and parenting and more. Here are the questions:

1. What is the best practice/stone to NOT shoot your mouth off at work? (seriously)

2. How do you know that you are doing the right thing with your life?

3. As a mother, how do you manage to show up as your authentic self in your business when your day is filled with chaos and managing tiny human’s schedules including your own? Do you have a specific crystal or ritual you do before you start working that helps ground you in the moment and clear your mind to focus on the task at hand?

If you want to ask Angie a question, you can send a voice clip or email to [email protected] or you can send me a voice mail question: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/angie-yingst

Angie references these things in this podcast:

The Sacred Pause, An Excerpt from the Dharma of Poetry by John Brehm

https://wisdomexperience.org/wisdom-article/the-sacred-pause/

The Sacred Pause, Spiritual Practice by Tara Brach

https://www.spiritualityandpractice.com/practices/practices/view/21412?id=21412

Jack Kornfield on the Sacred Pause:

https://jackkornfield.com/the-sacred-pause/

Tara Brach’s Meditation for the Sacred Pause: https://youtu.be/w-yF9EMkE88?si=IqtjUxKGs83vXfgH

Blessed October! It's Eclipse season and the last of the two year cycle of Taurus-Scorpio Eclipses.In this episode, Angie talks about the astrology of the month, pulls a Tarot card archetype for October (the Hermit), and the Earth Medicine allies—Plant Medicine of Mugwort and Damiana; Stone Medicine: Charoite, Moonstone + Hematite as well as work with the medicine of our Spirit Guide the Valkyrie and the Animal Guide of Phoenix

Remember these earth medicine guides can be tools for this month, and help you do your thang! A medicine bundle is for sale in my shop, as always.

You can find October's Medicine Bundle here: https://themoonandstone.com/medicine/oct-2023-earth-medicine-mojo-bag-4lgxz

Remember I do collective Full Moon + New Moon readings for my membership group as well as a Guided Shamanic Journey with the animal medicine of the month. We also meet each Friday for circle, and you get free bonus of Q&As with me. Check out more information here:

https://themoonandstone.com/monthly-memberships

Even though I haven't had a drink in a while, I mention this Rosemary Gladstar recipe.

Rosemary Gladstar’s Damiana Chocolate Love Liqueur:

1. Soak the damiana leaves in the vodka or brandy for 5 days. Strain. Reserve the liquid in a bottle

2. Soak the alcohol-drenched leaves in the spring-water for 3 days. Stain and reserve the liquid

3. Over low heat, gently warm the water extract and dissolve honey in it. Remove the pan from the heat, then add the alcohol extract and stir well. Pour into a clean bottle and add a dash of vanilla and a touch of rose water for flavor. Let it mellow for 1 month or longer; it gets smoother with age

4. To each cup of damiana liqueur, add ½ cup of chocolate syrup, 2 or 3 drops of almond extract, and a touch more of rose water

Recipe from Rosemary Gladstar’s Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health