Salt, Sage & Stardust

Values are the steady compass points of who we are; beliefs are the stories we tell ourselves about how life works. In this heart-led conversation, Keryn and Vicki explore how these two forces shape our choices, our bodies, and our energy through the lenses of Salt (grounded foundations), Sage (body wisdom), and Stardust (soul frequency). 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

✨ Relatable examples—like valuing peace while believing you must hustle, 

✨ How the nervous system signals misalignment, 

✨A powerful personal story about listening to the heart and choosing a new path. 

The episode wraps up with an easy Alignment Check-In and a curated list of values so you can bring your beliefs back into resonance with what matters most.

Tune in to discover how your values and beliefs can work together to create more clarity, confidence, and harmony in your life.

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Kindness isn’t a throwaway nicety—it’s practical medicine. In this heart-opening conversation, Keryn and Vicki explore how simple, everyday kindness changes your chemistry, softens your edges, strengthens your hearts, and ripples through community. Through the pillars of Salt (grounded life), Sage (inner wisdom), and Stardust (cosmic connection), they share personal stories, science-backed insights, and gentle invitations to practice kindness in real time.

In this episode you’ll hear

✨ Why kindness feels like being “truly seen”—and how that recognition lights up your inner world

✨ Small moments that matter (the barista smile, the grateful “thank you,” the unexpected gift)

✨ How giving and receiving kindness can be surprisingly vulnerable—and profoundly healing

✨ The ripple effect: one act becomes many, shaping homes, friendships, and communities

✨ A live tarot pull: Knight of Swords—kindness as swift, intentional action

If you’re curious about the science of kindness, psychoneuroimmunology, social cohesion, and simple rituals that uplift mood, sleep, and heart health, this conversation offers grounded tools and soulful inspiration. Tune in to rediscover why kindness is a choice and a practice—one that changes us, and the world, in ways you can feel today.

Resources Mentioned

• Book: The Five Side Effects of Kindness by David R. Hamilton, PhD

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Boundaries aren’t walls — they’re sacred lines of love, weaving respect, freedom, and authenticity through every part of your life.  In this week’s episode of Salt, Sage & Stardust, Keryn and Vicki dive into the beauty and complexity of boundaries — how they help you stay grounded, open, and aligned with who you truly are.

✨ Salt: Finding strength in grounded clarity and recognizing the places where your “no” protects your peace.
✨ Sage: Listening to the body’s whispers — the tension, the fatigue, the subtle nudges — that tell you when a line has been crossed.
✨ Stardust: Honouring boundaries as sacred containment, trusting the wisdom of divine timing, and remembering that “no” is often a loving redirection toward your truest path.

Vicki adds a touch of Tarot and draws the Page of Swords, offering guidance from all three perspectives - Salt, Sage & Stardust.

This episode is an invitation to see your boundaries as dynamic — shifting and flowing as you grow — and to embrace them as an act of deep self-love.

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In this soulful episode, Keryn and Vicki explore the true meaning of owning your uniqueness—spelled Y-O-U because it’s all about you.

They share candid stories and intuitive wisdom on:

✨ Resisting the urge to overshare your “aha” moments before they’ve fully taken root.
✨ Staying in your lane (or boat!) and protecting your sovereignty.
✨ Embracing “Hermit energy” as a sacred time for integration.
✨ Sending love or healing without stepping into someone else’s path.

From the Salt perspective, you’ll learn how to anchor breakthroughs into everyday life.
From the Sage perspective, you’ll be reminded to trust your body’s signals.
From the Stardust perspective, you’ll discover the divine timing behind every shift.

A Seven of Swords card pull closes the episode with the reminder: observe, integrate, and trust your truth.

💫 Your uniqueness is your gift—own it, embody it, live it.

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In this deeply honest and soul-stirring episode, Keryn and Vicki explore the potent truth behind the phrase: “It matters because I matter.” What began as a passing comment became a catalyst for profound personal reclamation, emotional clarity, and energetic alignment.

Together, they unpack the emotional layers and spiritual power held in these six simple words—and how living by this truth can help you reclaim your voice, your space, and your sense of self in a world that often encourages self-abandonment.

✨ In this episode:

• Keryn shares a vulnerable story following the passing of her father, and the moment she realised that self-worth is not conditional on anyone else’s choices.
• Vicki reflects on how often we push aside our own needs to stay strong or keep the peace—and the cost of constantly saying “it doesn’t matter.”
• The phrase “it matters because I matter” is explored as both a declaration and a reclamation—a divine invitation to return to centre and honour the self.
• Vicki introduces the S.O.B.E.R. technique, a powerful tool for presence, discernment, and intuitive decision-making.
• The conversation dances through themes of boundaries, ancestry, emotional truth, spiritual contracts, and the sacred nature of choice.

🔮 Pillars in Practice:

• Salt: Your everyday choices—from food to sleep to whether or not you answer the phone—can become sacred acts of self-honouring.
• Sage: Your emotions are not inconveniences; they are messengers, and tuning into them gives voice to your deepest wisdom.
• Stardust: The phrase “I matter” aligns you with your divine essence, unraveling old paradigms and shining light into places long kept in shadow.

🌿 Sacred Invitations:

• Begin your day by whispering: “It matters because I matter.” See what shifts.
• Use the S.O.B.E.R. technique when facing a decision: Stop, Observe, Breathe, Effective Response.
• Consider what in your life you're doing out of obligation—and ask: Does this truly matter to me?
• Embrace the idea that your needs are not negotiable—they’re valid, sacred, and essential.

🌀 A Closing Reflection:

“It matters because I matter” is not just a phrase. It’s a portal.
A truth. A vibration. A path back to you.

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What does it truly mean to embody your life? In this raw and heart-centred episode, Keryn and Vicki explore the messy, magical, and deeply human process of walking your talk. From releasing old identities to feeling the discontent that signals transformation, this conversation invites you to live with honesty, presence, and playful curiosity.

Together, they reflect on the importance of tuning into your body (Salt), trusting your intuitive wisdom (Sage), and aligning your actions with your soul’s truth (Stardust). With personal stories, real-time revelations, and spiritual insight, they offer gentle reminders that embodiment isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence, values, and choosing again and again to live aligned with your own truth.

🔑 Themes Explored:

• Letting go of outdated structures and roles
• The difference between thinking a shift and feeling it
• Embodiment as a lived, moment-to-moment experience
• Why overthinking is often a signal that something is ready to evolve
• The Sage within - how your body often knows before your mind does
• The sacred dance between joy, play, and transformation
• How discernment opens possibilities while scepticism can close them
• The Age of Aquarius and the rise of inner truth as personal authority

💫 Key Quote:

“When your actions echo your inner truth, your life becomes a living prayer.” – Keryn Rose

🧭 Sacred Invitations:

• Ask yourself: Am I embodying what I say I value? If not, where can I begin today?
• Notice moments of discomfort—they may be guiding you toward growth.
• Reframe “no” as “not yet,” keeping the door of possibility open.
• Play, experiment, and follow what feels joyful to lay down new pathways of embodiment.
• Revisit your values—not from who you were, but from who you are becoming.

💖Reflection Question:

What is one small way I can “walk my talk” more fully today?
(Hint: It doesn’t need to be grand. Even a breath, a pause, a choice to rest or play counts.)

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In this heart-opening episode, Keryn and Vicki explore the art of embracing change, the healing power of joy, and the importance of staying present in uncertain times. Through stories, spiritual insight, astrology, and laughter, they offer listeners an energetic balm for these shifting times. From creating your own emotional “first aid kit” to reclaiming your inner child’s sense of play, this episode is an invitation to find light in the everyday and remember: fun is not frivolous—it’s medicine for the soul.

✨ In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• Why nothing is what it used to be—and how to pivot with grace
• The importance of planning moments of joy (yes, really!)
• How music, frequency, and ritual support emotional wellbeing
• The power of creating your own energetic “medicine chest”
• What Mercury retrograde, Leo season, and a powerful new moon are asking of us
• How fun, softness, and self-mothering are acts of sacred rebellion and healing

🌟 Soul Sparks & Wisdom Nuggets:

• “Fun is not frivolous—it’s medicine. It’s remembering that you are more than your wounds.”
• “Acceptance is my ticket to freedom.”
• “We’re not waiting for the world to right itself. We’re remembering the power we already carry.”
• “Even spilled milk may reveal something ready to be cleaned up.”
• “You don’t need to fix your feelings—just feel them, sit with them, and let them move.”

💫 Astro & Energy Highlights:

• New Moon in Leo: A potent call to rest, reflect, and return to the heart
• Sun in strong aspect to Saturn, Uranus, Neptune & Pluto: A rare energetic symphony highlighting responsibility, individuality, imagination, and transformation
• Mercury Retrograde: Slow down, be gentle with your thoughts, and avoid rushing clarity
• Energetic advice: Stop. Be. Breathe. Allow space for the next step to emerge

🛠️ Practical Tools & Rituals Shared:

• Create a joy jar or energetic toolkit filled with activities, objects, or people that bring comfort and light
• Keep sticky notes of reminders, mantras, or joys around the house
• Use music or Solfeggio frequencies to shift energy and set tone for the day
• Give yourself permission for “little parties for one” — be it a pastry, a walk, or a laugh
• Call someone for a hug or connection when you need it. You don’t have to do it alone.

💌 A Loving Reminder from Keryn & Vicki:
You are stardust wrapped in skin.
You carry the wisdom of your ancestors and the light of the cosmos.
Now is always your moment to choose joy, to honour your process, and to trust the magic unfolding within and around you.

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In this conversation, Keryn Rose and Vicki Haspels explore the concept of poise, delving into its meaning, essence, and practical applications in daily life. They discuss the importance of self-awareness, the role of breath and presence, and how to reconnect with our innate poise. The dialogue emphasises the significance of flexibility in practices and the journey of self-discovery, encouraging listeners to observe their lives and embrace the magic of being present.

Takeaways

• Poise is about standing in the still point between movement and stillness.
• Self-awareness is key to recognising moments of poise.
• Reconnecting with our innate poise is a journey of self-discovery.
• Breath is a powerful tool to reclaim poise and presence.
• Flexibility in practices allows for personal growth and adaptation.
• Everything is energy, and we are all connected.
• Choosing differently is a powerful aspect of personal agency.
• Observing our lives can reveal moments of poise and magic.
• The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and essential.
• Embracing the present moment is where the magic lies.

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In this expansive and heart-led conversation, Keryn Rose and Dr. Vicki Haspels dive into the often-misunderstood experience of awakening. What does it really mean to “wake up”? How do we know when it’s happening? And how can we learn to recognize our own personal cues that something within us is shifting?

From panic attacks to perception shifts, divine timing to emotional cues, this episode explores how awakening is not a one-time event—but an unfolding, lifelong process of remembering who we truly are.

🔮 In This Episode:

• What it means to be "awake" in a noisy, externally driven world
• How spiritual growth often starts with a whisper—or a breakdown
• Why reclaiming your inner cues is a powerful act of sovereignty
• The importance of asking the right questions instead of searching for answers
• The wisdom of emotional energy and how your body is always guiding you
• A powerful card pull from Vicki — The Star — and the reminder to hold onto your dreams and hope

🌟 A Takeaway to Reflect On:

"You already hold the answers. It's the questions you ask that unlock them."

💫 Oracle Message of the Episode:

The Star (Tarot) — A gentle reminder that even in the midst of chaos, your hope is sacred. What is your vision for the future? What are you dreaming into being?

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Welcome to the very first episode of Salt, Sage & Stardust, where mysticism meets the messiness of life and the woo gets real. In this soulful introduction, your hosts—Dr. Vicki Haspels, Tarot Coach, and Keryn Rose, Intuitive Energy Healer—invite you into the heart of what this podcast is all about: grounding truth, embodied wisdom, and cosmic connection.

In this opening conversation, you’ll get to know Vicki and Keryn—their stories, their philosophies, and the shared spark that birthed this sacred space. You’ll hear about:

• Why they’re starting this podcast and what they hope it brings to you
• The meaning behind Salt, Sage & Stardust and how it reflects their work
• Their desire to help you remember your connection to Earth, wisdom, and the stars
• The power of community in these uncertain times
• How everyday actions—big or small—do matter, because you matter

This episode is your invitation to pull up a seat in this ongoing circle of conversation, curiosity, and soul-deep remembering.

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