Is spiritually bypassing really that bad? Why do people poo-poo things like “love and light” and “thoughts and prayers”? In this episode Heather and Emily share their hot takes about ”good vibes only” and when bypassing (of any kind) can actually be helpful.

Heather and Emily talk with author, folk magic practitioner and shamanic worker, David Shi about what a shaman really is (and isn’t) from a traditional North Asian perspective. We discuss the roles and responsibilities of the shaman, both traditionally and in modern times. We also explore his upcoming book Spirit Voices: The Mysteries and Magic of North Asian Shamanism.

About David Shi:
David Shi is a shamanic worker and folk magic practitioner who primarily engages in traditional North Asian forms of shamanism. He is primarily of Manchurian descent, but can also trace ancestry to Mongolian, Chinese, Korean, as well as a little Tungus Siberian and ancient Central Asian Turkic heritage as well. Raised in a household that incorporated both Southeast Siberian and North Chinese practices, David has dedicated his spare time to the study of the spiritual traditions of his ancestors and of greater Eurasia. Recognized as a sagaasha/ongodtengertei, a future shaman prior to initiation, among both Mongolian and Korean shamans, David’s practices are deeply rooted in spirit work in which ancestral and land spirits are called to empower all workings. David’s readings incorporate a combination of Tarot, Runes, Bones, Jaw-harp, as well as Mongolian stone divination (known as Kumalak in Turkic Central Asia).

David is the author of the upcoming book “Spirit Voices: The Mysteries and Magic of North Asian Shamanism.”

He has conducted workshops across the country at occult shops such as Catland Books, and was also interviewed on the podcasts “That Witch Life” by Courtney Weber, "This Old Witch" by Eddie Massey and Alexander Cabot, and "Witch Hat Chats" by Nikki Kirby. Additionally, David has studied Witchcraft, Hoodoo Rootwork, and Rune-lore from teachers within those traditions. David also practices the Korean traditional drumming art of Poongmul-nori. David currently resides in Manhattan, New York where he occasionally provides spiritual services, products, and workshops to his immediate communities.

Heather and Emily talk with Scott Van Voris about all the different ways that we experience vibes in the world, whether it be the energy of humans, places, plants or animals. They discus their differing perspectives what they’ve learned about themselves through the process of paying attention to “vibes”.

About Scott Van Voris:
Scott is a Certified Holistic Life Coach, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner, and a Reiki Master. He offers healing and coaching sessions with clients and couples, as well as holding workshops, support groups, and retreats. He is based in El Dorado Hills, California at The Path Wellness Center where he works with both men and women, primarily with those who need deep healing, are ready to make a life change, or who need support in the midst of a life change. Scott loves energy and spiritual work, but he tailors his work with his clients in a way that is practical and applicable to everyday life. His work is holistic, meaning that his goal for you is a return home to the fully integrated version of yourself: connecting mind, body, and soul.

thepathwellnesscenter.com

Connect with Scott on Instagram @scottvanvoriscoach

Heather and Emily talk with Scott Van Voris about all the different ways that empaths and people with high sensory perception experience the world. They discuss the unique ways they have each learned to manage their nervous systems and thrive in the world.

About Scott Van Voris:
Scott is a Certified Holistic Life Coach, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner, and a Reiki Master. He offers healing and coaching sessions with clients and couples, as well as holding workshops, support groups, and retreats. He is based in El Dorado Hills, California at The Path Wellness Center where he works with both men and women, primarily with those who need deep healing, are ready to make a life change, or who need support in the midst of a life change. Scott loves energy and spiritual work, but he tailors his work with his clients in a way that is practical and applicable to everyday life. His work is holistic, meaning that his goal for you is a return home to the fully integrated version of yourself: connecting mind, body, and soul.

thepathwellnesscenter.com

Connect with Scott on Instagram @scottvanvoriscoach

About Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and Dr. Elaine Aron: hsperson.com

Ever wondered if you have spirit guides?

Spoiler Alert: You Do.

Some of the questions we explore are…how do we communicate with our guides? What is the purpose of guides? How should we work with them and is there any risk involved? Is there a hierarchy associated with your guides?

Heather and Emily talk about their experiences with their spiritual crew from loved ones that have passed, to guardian angels, to guides that are just visiting (and how they say goodbye). If you’re looking to understand Spirit Guides and connect with them deeper, this episode is for you!

Other Resources:

Feeling adrift? Lonely? Perhaps like things feel out of control?

Sometimes, when we’re in survival mode happiness can feel out of the question. So what do we do to get through the day? Emily and Heather chat about how to feel okay when happiness just isn’t available.

From figuring out what your feeling and why, to Heather and Emily’s survival playlists, to anchoring practice ideas, inside you’ll find ideas to get you up off the floor and on with your day.

Other Resources:

A 72 card deck by Heather Agosta. Purchase at lovejoylightwork.com

What does “Life Purpose” and “Soul Purpose” mean? How are they similar and how are they different? How does purpose factor into career? What if your purpose isn’t meant to be revealed to you at this time?

These are just some of the questions Heather and Emily explore. The two also discuss their experiences as readers interpreting both for their clients and ultimately ask: does any of it really matter?

Is it a good idea to try to blast open your intuition? (Spoiler: Yes) Turns out, using your intuition is weirdly easy with Emily’s Intuition Challenge exercises. Heather and Emily talk about the benefits, and pitfalls, of finally listening to your sixth sense.

Get your Tarot or Oracle cards ready and join us for the intuition challenge. Emily and Heather discuss the cards that they pulled and the conventional and unconventional ways to receive intuitive hits.

Want in on the intuition challenge? You can join for free and receive a fun PDF with all the questions at:

emilyrosedivination.com/challenge

Tarot Decks Decks That We Love:

Emily and Heather talk about readings gone wrong! We explore what it’s like to receive a wonky reading and to give a reading that just feels off. 

We explore questions like: What happens when you receive a reading that doesn’t resonate? What to do when you deliver a reading that doesn’t land with your client? How do you recover from a tricky reading as a reader and as a client? What is the actual job of a reader?

Learn more about the podcast at:

Divinelycurious.com

You can find Heather on social media @lovejoylightwork and lovejoylightwork.com

 Emily Rose can be found on social media @emilyrosedivination and emilyrosedivination.com

Heather and Emily talk about their differing attitudes on gratitude practices. Are there times when gratitude is helpful and times when it’s actually harmful? (Plus: Bonus dog snoring in the background!)

Emily Rose has an attitude about gratitude. The two have a spirited discussion about their differing ideas about gratitude and practices. They address questions like…what happens when doing your gratitude practice makes you feel like crap? What do you do when you don’t feel grateful at all? When is a gratitude practice helpful or harmful? 

Tune in and dig into these juicy questions with us. 

Learn more about the podcast at:

Divinelycurious.com

You can find Heather on social media @lovejoylightwork and lovejoylightwork.com

Emily Rose can be found on social media @emilyrosedivination and emilyrosedivination.com