Heidi sits down with transformational retreat leader and spiritual guide Siri Baruc Thornton to explore the art of holding sacred space for deep transformation. Siri shares her unique journey from Hollywood actress to full-time healer, having been born in a Sikh yoga ashram and finding her calling through Reiki, breathwork, and Akashic Records. Together, they dive into the nuances of creating powerful retreat experiences, the importance of intentional containers, and how to sustainably hold transformational space without burning out.

Topics Covered:

(01:51) Siri's spiritual foundations

(05:46) Transitioning from professional acting to full-time healing work

(09:27) How Reiki and breathwork became catalysts for Siri's transformational path

(12:50) The importance of set, setting, and intentional containers for retreat experiences

(17:06) Heidi's reflection on hosting transformational retreats at The Ranch

(20:41) Creating sustainability in retreat leadership and avoiding burnout

(24:34) Navigating partnerships and maintaining vision integrity in retreat collaboration

(27:43) Overcoming the biggest obstacles women face in prioritizing retreat experiences

(32:51) Understanding Akashic Records as spiritual therapy for present-moment clarity

(36:07) Working with spirit guides, sacred councils, and receiving channeled guidance

Resources Mentioned:

• Join the Lions Gate Virtual Portal Opening & Activation TODAY 8/8 at 11:11am PST

More From Siri:

• Connect on Instagram: @siribaructhornton
• Learn more about sage + blush wellness: sageandblushwellness.com
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• Contact Siri: [email protected]   

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Spiritual Psychology and Meditation Teacher Erin Doppelt joins Heidi to explore the intersection of spirituality, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. Erin shares her journey from corporate life to studying in ashrams, earning her master's in clinical psychology at Columbia, and creating the Align Coaching Certification. Together, they discuss nervous system regulation for mothers, the power of active meditation, and how Eastern rituals can support Western psychology practices.

Topics Covered:

(04:34) Erin's spiritual awakening journey from childhood through college and beyond

(09:30) Following inner guidance and honoring the soul's whispers despite societal expectations

(12:37) Nervous system co-regulation with children

(17:01) Sacred morning practices and creating devotional space

(20:25) Active meditation vs. traditional seated practice 

(22:12) Up-level meditation sequence and breathing practice

(26:32) Being the vessel that can hold your manifestations 

(32:22) Overview of the Align Coaching Certification program and who it's designed for

Resources Mentioned:

• Join us at Zibby’s Bookshop on August 17 for a discussion on Erin’s book, Nothing Can Stop You
• Early action enrollment for Align Coaching Certification 
• The Spiritual Child by Dr. Lisa Miller
• Beyond Religion by Dr. David Elkins
• The Goddess of Warsaw by Lisa Barr 

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• Connect on Instagram: @erinrdoppelt 

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Heidi invites listeners to join her in choosing devotion over discipline and feminine flow over masculine rigidity. She explains how this 100 Days of Devotion practice is about deepening inner connection, allowing creativity to flourish, and meeting places of resistance with love rather than force.

Topics Covered:

(0:59) Summer rhythms at the Ranch - slower pace yet more chaos with kids home

(2:12) Introduction to 100 Days of Devotion 

(3:38) Heidi's personal devotion to showing up authentically on social media daily

(5:39) Choosing devotion over discipline and femininity over rigid structures

(6:49) Announcing the drop-in devotional circle on Sunday, July 27th

Resources Mentioned:

• Join us for the Drop-In Devotional Circle on 7/27

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If you've been feeling confused, tired, or like you're straddling two different worlds, this episode is meant for you. Heidi shares that what feels like confusion is actually a sign that you are remembering who you truly are: a wisdom keeper, a portal to higher realms, and a frequency keeper for your entire family. She explains how we're transitioning from 3D reality-based living into 5D intuitive existence, and why your nervous system might feel like it's recalibrating.

Topics Covered:

(02:27) Recognizing confusion and fog as signs of transformation, not disorientation

(03:46) The shift from 3D reality-based living to 5D intuitive, frequency-based existence

(04:46) Soul remembering and awakening to our roles as portals

(08:13) Practical steps for anchoring into New Earth energy

(10:19) The medicine of sacred sisterhood circles and community weaving

(13:51) An invitation to gather in virtual circle on the powerful Lion’s Gate portal (8/8)

Resources Mentioned:

• Join us for The Remembering on 8/8
• Learn more about my private 30-day microdosing support 

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If you've been feeling called to slow down, this episode is your permission slip. Heidi shares her decision to pause the podcast for summer, why she's choosing to honor her nervous system instead of pushing through, and her belief that the old ways of doing business are done. She opens up about creating space for what actually feels good and honoring her role as the vessel for her family.  

Topics Covered:

(2:15) Feeling the collective energy and lightning-strike intensity in the world right now

(4:30) Updates from The Microdosing Method and plans for the fall

(9:55) Choosing to pause instead of pushing through

(12:30) The ultimate act of rebellion: exiting the matrix of how business "has to be done"

(15:45) Being the vessel for your family's abundance as a divine feminine being

Resources Mentioned:

• Be the first to know about the next immersion of The Microdosing Method: heidistevens.co/microdosingmethod 
• Learn more about Human Design
• Check out my conversation with Tracy Litt on her podcast, The School of Becoming

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If you’re feeling frustrated, angry, or resentful toward your partner, you're not alone. As the divine feminine rises and women awaken to what they truly need, it’s normal to confront dynamics that no longer serve you. In this episode, Heidi shares a framework for honoring your anger, moving through the energy, and taking radical responsibility to create space for miracles and deeper intimacy.

Topics Covered:

(0:44) Slowing down for summer and navigating big questions 

(5:21) Insights from The Microdosing Method group 

(7:32) Normalizing feelings of resentment and anger toward partners as part of the divine feminine rising

(11:51) Three tools for healing partnership dynamics

(17:20) Leading the spiritual path in your relationship and creating loving boundaries from embodied strength

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The Microdosing Method is officially open for a sacred beta group of women. If you’re feeling called to slow down, tune in, and expand your capacity to receive, this is for you. In this episode, Heidi invites women who are ready to step into a more embodied, aligned version of themselves on this six-week journey. 

Topics Covered:

(07:49) Who The Microdosing Method is designed for and what to expect 

(12:01) Common questions about the program, including medicine sourcing and logistics 

(15:25) The difference between microdosing and macrodosing

(16:56) Special bonuses for the beta group 

(19:19) Understanding that microdosing may bring up emotions, and how Heidi will support this integration

(21:13) The benefits of joining a guided program over self-directed microdosing

Resources Mentioned:

• Register for The Microdosing Method: heidistevens.co/microdosingmethod 
• Learn more about microdosing: Episode 40. The Science & Benefits of Microdosing Earth Medicine 
• Book a 15-minute call with Heidi: calendly.com/heidistevens 
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Heidi shares her journey with microdosing mushrooms and explains the science behind how this earth medicine works with our brain. She discusses how microdosing differs from macrodosing, addresses common misconceptions, and reveals how this practice has positively impacted her emotional regulation, focus, and spiritual connection.

Topics Covered:

(02:00) Heidi's background with plant medicine and her calling to share this knowledge

(04:15) Understanding Earth medicine and its role in expanding emotional capacity

(07:26) The science of neuroplasticity and how psilocybin creates new neural pathways

(11:03) How psilocybin works with the default mode network to quiet negative thought patterns

(14:17) The impact on the amygdala and increased emotional regulation capacity

(17:24) The difference between macrodosing and microdosing experiences

(22:38) Common misconceptions about microdosing and proper dosing protocols

(27:15) How regular practice can deepen spiritual gifts and intuitive abilities

(31:35) Q&A about breastfeeding considerations, duration of practice, and getting started

(37:59) Details about Heidi's upcoming six-week microdosing immersion program

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Heidi shares what she wishes she'd known before her first plant medicine ceremony, emphasizing how microdosing can be a gentle introduction to working with earth medicines. She announces a special Earth Day live event, which will cover the science of microdosing and more on her personal journey with this potent healing modality. 

Topics Covered:

(03:47) What Heidi wishes she'd known about proper set and setting before her first plant medicine ceremony

(05:00) The benefits and misconceptions about microdosing earth medicine

(07:21) How microdosing creates similar neural pathway changes as meditation and breathwork

(09:08) What to expect from the upcoming live event and coaching program 

Resources Mentioned:

• Join us for the Earth Medicine 101 Live Virtual Event (Tuesday, April 22nd 10-10:30am PT)

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Heidi shares her awakening to the truth that women are the portals to cultivate healing and abundance, not only for themselves, but for their entire family. She reveals her evolution from driven perfectionist to integrating learnings from personal development, spiritual psychology, and plant medicine. Through stories of career pivots and Kundalini awakening, Heidi invites you to remember your innate wisdom and explore how your nervous system regulation and deeper connection to Source can transform your family.

Topics Covered:

(00:58) Reflecting on growing up as a competitive athlete and climbing the corporate ladder 

(06:49) The transformative power of pausing and cocooning during the pandemic

(08:36) Using plant medicine as a tool to access higher consciousness

(11:55) Receiving downloads and integrating new frequencies 

(13:54) Reconnecting with ancestral womb wisdom and the Divine Feminine 

(18:08) Taking responsibility for projections and creating aligned partnerships

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