MASTERY

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When the idea of a segment weaving the world of spirituality, menopause and perimenopause appeared Julie Parker were among the first names that popped into my field - and she immediately said yes!

In this Sacred Conversation we discuss Julie's journey through perimenopause and menopause, highlighting the uncertainty and physical symptoms she experienced, including irregular cycles, night sweats, and anxiety.

Julie emphasizes the importance of seeking medical help, sharing her positive experience with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) after natural remedies were ineffective.

She touches on the spiritual aspects of menopause, suggesting it may symbolize a transition to a more powerful, less comparative stage of life. Stressing the importance of community support and open discussions about these transitions to help women navigate them without feeling alone.

Our conversation focuses on the intersection of physical and spiritual well-being. Underscoring the need for individualized approaches to health, the importance of destigmatizing medical interventions, and the long duration of perimenopause, which can last up to 13 years.

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Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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The nudge to invite Waqas into Sacred Conversation kept getting stronger and stronger until I finally mustered up the courage to approach an international superstar - and boy am I glad I did!

Waqas showed up so openly, honestly and vulnerably that this Sacred Conversation, on top of everything else, shows us how, no matter our careers, we're all humans and each of us will have our own demons and challenges to face.

Waqas shares his journey from hiding his music career from his Pakistani parents to achieving success both in Denmark and internationally. You'll hear how he's struggled with self-esteem and insecurity, how it influenced his music and how the band breaking up in 2017 led to a personal crisis. You'll also hear how he through spirituality and charity work emphasizing the importance of authenticity and integrity in his philanthropic efforts.

We discuss Waqas' diverse activities beyond music, including working with Danish NGOs to help at-risk youth start micro-companies and documenting their journeys. Highlighting his involvement with a girls' orphanage in Pakistan.

Waqas reflects on his spiritual journey, emphasizing the importance of being a good person and the intertwining of culture and religion in his life. He shares insights on the complexities of life, the impact of cultural restraints, and the evolving nature of his career, noting the balance between his personal and professional life.

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Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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I discovered Nillou through a Danish podcast she does with a former Guest on ✨ MASTERY ✨ Isabelle Laurés.

When I heard her share how she weaves her book writing with channelling I just had to invite her on! In this Sacred Conversation you'll hear Nillou share how her spiritual journey started at a very early age with her parents divorce.

We discuss our personal journeys with spirituality and religion in Denmark, sharing challenges of navigating a country with a state religion and a perceived lack of magic or practical thinking in religious practices.

Nillou share the role of tarot and intuition in her journalism work, highlighting the importance of authenticity and emotional connection in providing guidance and insight to others.

Furthermore she shares her thoughts on the mystical nature of tarot and its ability to help individuals connect with their inner selves and find new narratives.

We emphasize the importance of intention, belief, and personal growth. Highlighting the need for magic and proof to reconnect with our faith, as well as the importance of skepticism in spiritual practices.

Finally our Sacred Conversation also touches on the connection between spirituality and indigenous cultures, and the significance of authenticity in writing, particularly in terms of representing marginalized voices and perspectives.

Hop on over to the blog for all the deeds and details and in the comments let us know what you what your biggest takeaway is…

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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I've had the blessing of sitting in Sacred Conversation with Simran multiple times now and the rawness, the realness, the authenticity they bring is so inspiring and empowering. As my own spiritual journey has deepened and expanded so too has Oneness and as this percolated I knew I had to invite Simran! We're blessed they said yes!

In this Sacred Conversation you'll hear us share our spiritual journeys, embracing non-binary identity and detaching from polarity to embrace oneness.

We discuss personal growth through spiritual exploration and Simran shares confronting limitations of their upbringing in the Southern Baptist tradition.

We talk about our experiences with spiritual gift suppression and emphasize discernment in spiritual practices. Simran shares and reflects on their non-binary identity and reconciling their spirituality with their identity. The struggles of reconciling their evangelical upbringing with their sexuality.

We highlight the importance of recognizing and respecting gender diversity and embracing continuous growth and evolution in mastery. We also discuss the discomfort of resistance and the need to sit with it in order to break through.

We discuss the importance of authenticity and alignment in understanding the soul blueprint, energy of others and the value of being true to oneself.

Finally Simran shares their experience of working with sound in profound ways, connecting it to their embodiment and authenticity.

We finish off by emphasizing the need to see beyond appearances and be in your highest alignment to understand the deeper truths of others.

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Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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In this Sacred Conversation Ben openly shares his spiritual journey, which began in childhood and was influenced by British folklore and Neo-paganism.

He highlights his experiences with online communities, his exploration of various spiritual traditions, and his transition from an immature spirituality to a deeper, more intentional practice.

Ben also shares his background in social work and his training in spiritual psychotherapy, which led to his book on ancestor work.

Our Sacred Conversation explores the integration of spirituality and narrative in therapy, emphasizing the importance of client confidentiality and ethical practice. Ben highlights the role of spiritual narratives, such as Catholic shame, in shaping clients' lives and the therapeutic value of exploring these through narratives. The conversation also touches on the transformative power of fantasy and gaming in fostering self-exploration and healing, particularly for queer individuals.

Ben shares his own personal experiences with non-binary identity and the challenges of ego and responsibility in their therapeutic journey.

We discuss complexities of mastery and mentorship emphasizing the importance of owning one's wisdom and experience while acknowledging continuous learning and practice.

This was such a RICH conversation and as you'll hear, we've already decided to join again once Ben is settled back in his native UK.

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Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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This Sacred Conversation was so full of eye-opening insights me - about how the spaces we move through can, unconsciously, promote our well-being, sense of security and home - or not.

We highlight how important it is for you to tune into your soul's energy, aligning your energy with the frequency of your essence and learning to trust your internal connections and allowing them to guide you on your journey.

We discuss the importance of nurturing one's energy and connecting with Source for spiritual growth and share daily practices like meditation and exercises including how to expand your energy through crystals, cards, or other spiritual practices that can help you.

You'll also hear us emphasizing how taking care of your physical body is crucial for optimal energy and connection.

Finally we share how we weave the worlds of spirituality and business.You'll hear Marie share her spiritual journey, highlighting her deep connection to light and her intuitive practices. She recounts her early experiences with spirituality, including communicating with nature during grief and later closing off her third eye to cope with loss.

She then discusses her transition back to spirituality after giving birth and her current practices, such as meditation and daily ocean visits. She emphasized the importance of community and creating spaces that promote well-being.

Marie also mentioned her work in design, focusing on natural materials and community support, and her involvement in a grief campaign to address the duality of life experiences.

Marie shares her transition from self-employment, emphasizing the importance of sharing mid-stage experiences. Reflecting on the emotional cycle of breakdowns before breakthroughs, drawing parallels to her recent grief over losing two friends.

We highlight the significance of allowing emotions to flow and talk about mastery. Conclusion with the idea that embracing discomfort and grief can lead to personal growth and transformation, likening it to the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly.

At one point our Sacred Conversation revolves around the creation and goals of the grief campaign by LysFarm, a creative studio. The campaign aims to address grief in a bodily way, emphasizing physical experiences over intellectual understanding. It seeks to bridge the gap between the grieving person and their support system, highlighting the importance of community and empathy.

The campaign also aims to challenge societal taboos around grief and death, noting a significant decrease in the use of words like "grief" and "death" in newspapers.

Finally our Sacred Conversation touches on the need for rituals and the impact of emotional spaces in public areas like train stations. Reflecting on our personal experiences with grief and the importance of being present and empathetic in our work and everyday life.

Hop on over to the blog and in the comments let us know what you what your biggest takeaway is…

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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✫ ✫ ✫ Show notes & links: https://mariasaraphina.com/s2 ✫

Season 2 of ✨ MASTERY ✨ is about to kick off! Join me as I share what's coming...

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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In this Sacred Conversation Phil shares his beautiful journey of embracing his psychic gifts and how it, even as a 5th. Generation psychic, came with its own challenges.

We highlight how important it is for you to tune into your soul's energy, aligning your energy with the frequency of your essence and learning to trust your internal connections and allowing them to guide you on your journey.

We discuss the importance of nurturing one's energy and connecting with Source for spiritual growth and share daily practices like meditation and exercises including how to expand your energy through crystals, cards, or other spiritual practices that can help you.

You'll also hear us emphasizing how taking care of your physical body is crucial for optimal energy and connection. Finally we share how we weave the worlds of spirituality and business.

Hop on over to the blog and in the comments let us know what you what your biggest takeaway is…

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

CONNECT HERE:

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In this Sacred Conversation I'm joined by the amazing soul and human being that is Aga Bera.

She shares how her journey with spirituality began and where it's taken her.

We discuss the intersection of spirituality and entrepreneurship, sharing our personal journeys with spirituality and its impact on our work, emphasizing the importance of aligning work with values and beliefs.

We highlight the need for authenticity and respect for individual choices in approaching spirituality as well as the importance of surrender and following one's path without forcing or pushing.

You'll hear us share strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs and achieving goals; emphasizing the importance of focusing on individual connections and energy rather than numbers or popularity.

Finally we talk about our experiences with manifestation, personal growth, and the importance of continuous learning, growth, and self-awareness. Allowing yourself to embrace fluidity and giving yourself permission to evolve and change.

Hop on over to the blog and in the comments let us know what you what your biggest takeaway is…

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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✫ Show notes & links: mariasaraphina.com/isal ✫

In this Sacred Conversation I am joined by the delightful soul that is Isabelle Laurés, Spiritual Coach who (if you ask me) is walking with angels.

We share our experiences with embracing discomfort and pushing beyond our comfort zones for spiritual growth.

Isabelle beautifully shares about how she's walked with angels (as I see it) from early childhood and how they've guided her.

You'll hear us discuss the challenges of surrendering control and trusting in the guidance of our spiritual selves, feeling disconnected from Spirit and emphasizing the role of spirituality in guiding us through these experiences.

Finally we share our personal experiences with prayer and meditation, highlighting the significance of communication with God and the power of prayer in everyday life.

Hop on over to the blog and in the comments let us know what you what your biggest takeaway is…

Big hug and loads of love.

xo, Maria Saraphina

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