In this deeply moving episode of Odyssey of Oneness, host Michel Gonzalez—Empowerment and Purpose Coach and RBT—sits down with endurance athlete, yoga teacher, and filmmaker Lizzy Fowler for a conversation on what it truly means to live freely and authentically.

From breaking away from societal expectations to redefining success on her own terms, Lizzy shares her journey of intentional living, resilience, and self-discovery. As an ultra runner who has taken on extreme challenges like the John Muir Trail, she opens up about the mental strength it takes to keep going—not just in sport, but in life.

Together, we explore:

• Living authentically and breaking free from expectation
• Aligning with your values and intentional choices
• Embracing failure as a path to growth
• Finding strength in vulnerability
• The role of nature in healing, identity, and clarity
• Building mental resilience through endurance and discipline
• Accessing flow state through movement and presence
• Creative expression through yoga, storytelling, and film
• The power of community and collaboration, including connections through women-led spaces like We Explore Earth

Lizzy also shares her powerful partnership with Take Back The Night, using her athletic platform to raise awareness and support survivors of sexual violence during her John Muir Trail attempt—with another powerful return planned this September.

This episode holds space for real conversations around fear, identity, and healing—including the courage it takes to speak on experiences like sexual violence, and the shared journey of reclaiming voice, power, and self.

✨ Through struggle, movement, and expression, Lizzy reminds us that transformation is always possible—and that success isn’t defined by perfection, but by the willingness to keep showing up, again and again.

Follow Lizzy Fowler: @lizzy_fowler_
Follow Michel Gonzalez: @enlighten.moi
Learn more & support: Take Back The Night

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In this deeply transformative episode of Odyssey of Oneness, host Michel Gonzalez—Empowerment and Purpose Coach and RBT—sits down with Oriana for a conversation rooted in ancestral healing, creative power, and the courage to become who you truly are.

We begin by exploring the connection between ancestral healing and creativity, and how the stories, patterns, and energies we carry can either block or unlock our fullest expression. Oriana shares her personal journey through ego death and transformation, revealing what it really takes to shed old identities and step into a more aligned version of yourself.

This episode dives into:

• The power of choosing yourself, even when it means breaking ties

• Navigating ego death and the discomfort of deep transformation

• Understanding neurodivergence and how it shapes perception, creativity, and identity

• Staying grounded through the creative process

• Redefining success beyond societal expectations

• Finding authenticity by releasing what no longer resonates

Oriana brings a raw and honest perspective on what it means to live outside the mold—embracing both the beauty and the challenge of thinking, feeling, and creating differently.

✨ This conversation is for anyone who is ready to let go of who they were told to be, reconnect with their truth, and step into a life that feels aligned, intentional, and fully their own.

In this powerful and refreshingly honest episode of Odyssey of Oneness, Michel Gonzalez—empowerment and purpose coach and RBT—welcomes special guest Lillian Frances, author of Finger Banging for Climber Boys, for a conversation that breaks down shame, silence, and misconceptions around intimacy, creativity, and connection.

Together, we explore the creative process behind the book and the courage it takes to overcome internal and external barriers when speaking openly about female pleasure. Lillian shares why consent, communication, and boundaries are essential—not just in intimacy, but in every area of life—and how learning to name our needs can transform relationships.

This episode dives into:

• Reframing female pleasure and dismantling cultural ignorance

• Setting and honoring boundaries in the heat of the moment

• The role of clear communication in deeper intimacy and trust

• Creativity as a form of self-expression and community building

• Embracing imperfection as part of both the artistic and healing journey

This conversation is honest, educational, playful, and deeply human—reminding us that when we learn to listen to our bodies, speak our truth, and stay open, we unlock a more connected and empowered way of living.

Follow and stay connected with Lillian: @lillianfrancess

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of intention and self-awareness. From subtle body signals like flare-ups, eye twitches, and aches to the grounding force of nature, we explore how tuning into ourselves can either lead to slow self-destruction or powerful evolution. This is a raw and reflective journey into detoxifying your body, listening to its warnings, and embracing curiosity as a guide to discovering your purpose. Whether you're just beginning your path or deep in the process, this episode invites you to reconnect, realign, and rise.

In this heartfelt episode of Odyssey of Oneness, your host Michel Gonzalez—Empowerment & Purpose Coach and RBT—sits down with the luminous Carla Menacho Moreno, Bolivian-born mother, spiritual explorer, and founder of La Bodega Garden Café.

Carla takes us on a journey through her Bolivian roots, reflecting on how her upbringing in La Paz and Santa Cruz shaped her values of connection, resilience, and soulful living. She shares the powerful impact of her two pilgrimages, including the transformative Camino de Santiago, where every step, blister, and burden became a metaphor for emotional weight and spiritual release.

This episode dives into what it means to walk with intention—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Carla opens up about the balance between motherhood, entrepreneurship, and spiritual growth, and the importance of community in healing. We also explore how her café became a hub for conscious connection, storytelling, and culture.

✨ Whether you're navigating a spiritual path, building a heart-centered business, or simply curious about what it means to carry and let go—Carla’s story is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and walk your own path with presence.

🎧 Plus, if you're a fellow vendor, healer, or creative, Carla extends a warm invitation for collaboration and connection through her beautiful community space.

🎙️ Ep. 23 – Rooted in Reflection: Exploring Body, Story & Spirit with Katherine Kottaras

In this expansive and heart-centered episode of Odyssey of Oneness, I sit down with contemplative writer, yoga educator, and holistic teacher Katherine Kottaras to explore how writing, movement, and mindfulness converge to support healing and self-expression. Through the lens of her personal journey, Katherine reveals how embracing big emotions, pausing with intention, and honoring the organic unfolding of life can fuel creativity and restore balance.

We dive into the connection between emotions and the chakras, and how yoga and writing have been twin flames in Katherine’s healing process—guiding her through burnout, grounding her purpose, and empowering her students in both the classroom and on the mat. She shares the role of mindfulness in higher education, and how being a teacher in the world of wellness means embracing compassion, justice, and a reverence for personal narrative.

✨ Topics explored:

• Yoga & Writing: Fuel for life, creativity, and embodiment

• Embracing the pause and the organic path of self-discovery

• Using writing and yoga as mirrors for big emotions

• Chakra-emotion alignment and somatic self-awareness

• Burnout and healing through slowness, breath, and reflection

• Health equity and mindfulness in higher education

• Being a teacher and student of wellness, always

• Nature and queerness as anchors in memoir and memory

🗓 Upcoming Offerings from Katherine:

• May 8 – Hybrid Teaching: From Manuscript to Market
  A virtual class on hybrid publishing success, sponsored by Lit Angels.

• June – Writing Queer Memoir: Looking to Nature for Support
  A heart-led workshop that honors identity, creativity, and connection to the Earth.

📚 Katherine’s upcoming nonfiction work How to Come Out to the Jasmine First: On Writing and Loving in the Natural World will be released in 2025.

🌐 Connect with Katherine:

YouTube: Coming soon

🎧 Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or listen directly through this link

This episode is a true invitation to slow down, breathe deeper, and write your way home to yourself.

In this intimate and soul-awakening episode of Odyssey of Oneness, I sit down with the radiant Olivia Dydyna, founder of Be Sexessful, a sacred sexuality and relationship coach, and author of In Tune and Turned On: A Girl’s Search for Orgasm.

Together, we dive deep into the journey of reclaiming your sensuality, healing through self-pleasure, and redefining what it means to be “turned on” by life—not just in the bedroom, but in the way we breathe, feel, and connect with the world around us.

✨ In this episode, we explore:
💋 Olivia’s journey to becoming an intimate guide
💫 How presence and breath awaken desire and deepen connection
🌿 The role of sacred sexuality and energy embodiment in healing
🧸 Inner child work and releasing shame
🔥 Pleasure as a spiritual practice
🧬 The impact of ancestral trauma on our sensual expression
💖 Embracing vulnerability and intimacy in relationships
📖 Lessons from her powerful book
🧠 The magic of words in reshaping our sexual narratives
🌹 What it means to be fully alive, embodied, and in love with life
💌 Her current workshops, offerings, and how you can work with her

Olivia reminds us that sensuality is not something we earn—it’s something we return to. It’s our birthright. This conversation is a beautiful invitation to reconnect with your truth, your body, and the sacredness of your desires.

✨ Tune in to this transformative episode and allow yourself to feel more, breathe deeper, and be turned on by life again.
🎧 Listen now: Click here

🕊️ Connect with Olivia Dydyna:
Instagram: @olivia.lovemagic
Book: In Tune and Turned On
Website & Offerings: www.besexessful.com

Just Breathe and Let It Flow: Healing Through Breathwork & Energy with Sherri Perez 🌿✨

In this deeply soul-nourishing episode of Odyssey of Oneness, I sit down with Sherri Perez (@letitflowhealing)—a Reiki practitioner, Shamanic journey guide, Sound Healer, and Certified Breathwork Coach—to explore the power of breath, energy, and self-healing.

💨 Learning to Breathe: The Foundation of Well-Being

Sherri shares why breathwork is essential for physical, mental, and spiritual health, and how it serves as a gateway to emotional release, clarity, and deep healing.

🌿 The Interconnectedness of Mind, Body & Spirit

We dive into Sherri’s unique approach—combining Reiki, sound healing, and shamanic practices—to help people release energetic blockages and reconnect with their true essence.

🔮 Sacred Spaces & Energetic Healing

From creating safe, sacred spaces for transformation to the importance of intuitive healing, this episode is an invitation to step into your highest potential.

🌀 Breathwork as a Portal to Inner Transformation

Whether you're seeking stress relief, emotional release, or spiritual growth, Sherri explains how conscious breathing can unlock deep layers of healing and personal empowerment.

✨ Tune in now to uncover the wisdom of your breath and embrace the flow of life!

In this episode of Odyssey of Oneness, I sit down with the incredibly talented Carleigh Hyser, an artist who bridges the worlds of design, photography, illustration, and painting to bring musicians’ visions to life. We dive deep into the creative journey—where inspiration begins, how music fuels artistic expression, and what it takes to capture the essence of an artist through visual storytelling.

Carleigh shares the behind-the-scenes of her creative process, the challenges and triumphs of being a freelance creative entrepreneur, and the delicate balance between artistic vision and client needs. We explore the realities of building a business around art, from marketing yourself as an artist to networking and building strong client relationships in the industry.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn creativity into a career, this episode is packed with insights! Carleigh also opens up about her proudest moments, future aspirations, dream collaborations, and her best advice for artists navigating their own path.

✨ Tune in to get inspired, embrace your artistic power, and step into your own creative journey. 🎨🎶

📲 Connect with Carleigh: carleighhyser.com
📲 Follow me on Instagram: @enlighten.moi for more inspiration!

In this transformative episode, I sit down with Nadia Nichole Haseeb, a Soul Flow Embodiment Facilitator, Astrologer, and Human Design Guide, to explore how astrology, human design, and somatic breathwork can unlock success, deepen emotional awareness, and lead us toward true self-acceptance.

We dive into:
✨ Astrology & Human Design – Merging science and belief to understand your unique blueprint
✨ Unlocking Emotions – Using somatic breathwork to process, release, and embrace emotional depth
✨ The Astrology Big Three – Understanding your Sun, Moon, and Rising to align with your essence
✨ The Power of "No" – Setting boundaries and reclaiming your truth
✨ Pain as a Portal to Strength – Embracing failure, trusting the journey, and transforming hardship into power

If you're ready to unlock your essence, trust your path, and embrace your full emotional depth, this episode is for you!

📲 Connect with Nadia: @NadiaHaseeb

💫 Join the journey: Follow me on Instagram @enlighten.moi for life coaching, empowerment, and deep conversations.
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Listen now & step into your most aligned, authentic self. 🎙️✨