P.S. We Expire with Morgan Motsinger

Where is the intersection of spirituality and technology? 

Connection.

We have more information, opportunities, and people available to us at this point in history than ever before, so why do we still feel stuck and lonely?

Cass Shuck was at rock bottom. A young adult with severe PTSD and on loads of medications, she finally had enough. She delved into the world of spirituality, studying with many masters of different spiritual traditions. Her corporate experience in the tech space combined with her incredible intuition and strong ties to spirituality are not only unique, but important at this point in human history. 

You can find out more about Cass on her website https://cassandrashuck.com/

And here to learn more about her social media app Aligned Social https://www.alignedsocialapp.com/home

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You can find Morgan on her website https://www.morganmotsinger.com/

or on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/morgan_motsinger/

Book her to speak for your next retreat, corporate event, or podcast episode here: https://www.morganmotsinger.com/speaking

What if you could read a chart that told you what type of energy you have, how you can tell if you're making aligned choices, and give you a big ol' permission slip to lean into what feels just right?

Say hello to Human Design. 

Human Design has made a really lovely impact on me. There are many personality traits that for years (*decades*) I thought were distasteful, wrong, or too much. I didn't understand how to really listen and decipher what my deep desires are and feel like I could really integrate all the parts of myself. Human Design is a tool to unlock what's really going on beneath the surface and start living in total alignment. 

Courtney Koenig is a Human Design expert and uses HD in her coaching business. Today we talk about what HD is, and how to integrate it into our decision-making, parenting, and creative pursuits. 

Get your chart here: Human Design Roadmap

You can find Courtney on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/courtney.koenig/

Her website https://www.courtneykoenig.com/

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Download your copy of my e-book "Know Thyself" HERE: Know Thyself

What is stopping you from pursuing your dreams? Julia Gentry is a national speaker, author, and coach. She challenges her audiences to dream big and has created a framework to take her clients from burnout and confusion to clarity and empowerment. 

You can find Julia on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thejuliagentry

on her website https://thejuliagentry.com/

and youtube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPU_lcC3nV3hZtJZ1EtuTjA

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Julia's Bio:

As a dreamer, best-selling author of DREAM-I Dare You, business owner, and founder of The Dream Factory and Co., she provides a fresh, bold approach to creating greater alignment in life and encourages a more awakened way to live. She is on a mission to create a massive wake-up call that ignites people to be the light in the dark, the salt of the earth, and to be bold as lions in their faith, family, career, and community. 

I used to think meditation was too out there. It was not a part of my self-care or mental health toolbox at all. 

But then...I needed more tools to help me manage my anxiety. I read a lot about the science of meditation and realize there is data to support the benefits of this tradition that has been around for centuries.

I started meditating. Very sporadically and very clumsily. I didn't think I was "doing it right". I tried transcendental meditation, guided meditation, mindfulness meditation, and breathing meditation. As I found what worked for me, I became more astounded by the trickle-down effect of my meditation practice. 

Meditation has enabled me to work through anxiety, but it has also had a stunning effect on my ability to be very present, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, for some of the biggest events of my life. 

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Follow Morgan on Instagram @morgan_motsinger 

and check out her website to work with her by having her as a guest on your podcast, submitting a request to be on the P.S. We Expire podcast, or to invite her to speak at your next retreat or event. 

Download the free e-book KNOW THYSELF to deepen your introspective journey here: Know Thyself E-book

Having difficult conversations feels awful. The nausea, the tight throat, the shaking hands, the dry mouth. Ugh. 

What can we do to get better at having hard conversations? What can we do when we have needs to address with our spouse or partner, uncomfy subjects to navigate with our kids, or problems to talk about with our employer or employee? 

I'm sharing 7 "Be's" with you on how to get better at having difficult conversations:

1. Be choosy

I'm fleshing out each of these points and encouraging you to have hard conversations because you never know...it may greatly improve your life and relationships. In fact, it will improve your life because you have committed to authenticity and to learning how to be uncomfortable.

Thanks for joining me. I'm so glad you're here.

Take a few minutes to rate and review if this show has helped improve your life in some way. 

You can learn more about Morgan on her website, book her to speak at your next event, or inquire about being a guest on her show. https://www.morganmotsinger.com/

"What is my purpose?"

This may be one of the deepest questions we all ask. Philosophers have been asking this question for millennia, and today I'm tackling that question. 

I don't think I have any new insight into this massive question, but I do have my experience, my theological training, my current education, and my curiosity that have guided me to a particular way to view this question.

Firstly, a very, very brief inquiry into the bigger question: What is our purpose as a human species?

And secondly: What is my unique, personal purpose? 

We want to know that we're part of something bigger. We want to feel like we can make a difference. We want to embrace life in all its ups and downs and know that even the hardest things can be alchemized for something spectacular. 

I explore this concept:

We are here for 1) connection 2) creation and the key to both of this purposeful experiencing is presence. 

So join me today for a fairly abstract conversation that will end with you feeling more empowered to find the purpose in your own life. 

Find more videos on my YouTube channel

Download the free e-book "Know Thyself" for a personalized journal where you can explore my three favorite personality tools: Human Design, the Enneagram, and The Big Five. Increase your self-awareness and self-trust using this free ebook! Know Thyself

Loneliness is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer, dementia, depression, anxiety, suicide, and addiction. 

Science in the medical community has shown how much loneliness impacts our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. But what do we do about it? What contributes to loneliness? How do we address it in our lives?

I'm sharing 4 questions you can ask yourself if you're feeling lonely. I also discuss the difference between loneliness and being alone (solitude). How do we create deep and meaningful connections with others? How do we handle when we feel lonely?

Thanks for joining me today on the P.S. We Expire podcast. I'm so glad you're here. 

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If you want to know more about Morgan, book her to speak for your event, or are interested in having her as a guest on your podcast, you can learn more at https://morganmotsinger.com/

You can also follow along on social media on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook, and for longer video content, you can find her channel on YouTube. 

The day I recorded this episode, April 4, 2023, marks 4 months since my daughter Anni died.

This week I'm deviating a bit from my typical format and sharing something more off-the-cuff. 

Grief has surprised me in many ways, especially in the last 6 weeks or so. I'm not surprised that I'm grieving but I have been surprised by when grief shows up and what it looks like when it does. 

Thanks for joining me today. 

You can learn more about me and my story with Anni on my website https://www.morganmotsinger.com/ and of course follow along on Instagram for daily insights into mindfulness, anxiety, resilience, and of course, grief. https://www.instagram.com/morgan_motsinger/

When you hear words like embodiment, somatics, healing, does it feel a little woo-woo? Not so long ago I was unfamiliar with these concepts, but when I started to really dive into how our subconscious minds drive our behavior, so many answers clicked into place. 

Today, Rachael Meeds and I dive into what healing through the use of somatic tools actually looks like. We discuss practical ways our bodies can process emotions, how we can stop numbing and avoiding uncomfortable feelings, and what living an authentic life actually looks like. 

Rachael Meeds is a Global Coach, Facilitator, Writer, & Speaker. She specializes in embodiment, somatics, breathwork, mindset, & leadership development for creatives, entrepreneurs, public figures, & business professionals. She's a voice for fulfillment focused living, liberated expression, harmony within your body, mind & spirit, & impact driven leadership.

Rachael's info:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachaelmeeds/

Website: https://www.rachaelmeeds.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rachaelmeeds

And check out her podcast, the Embodied Leadership Podcast on Spotify and Apple