What really happens when consciousness goes beyond the brain?

In this illuminating conversation, neurosurgeon and bestselling author Dr. Eben Alexander joins Jessica to explore what he discovered after a rare bacterial meningitis left him in a week-long coma—an experience that forever changed his understanding of life, death, and the mind itself.

Together, they trace the bridge between science and spirituality, discussing how near-death experiences point to the primacy of consciousness, how love underlies all existence, and how meditation can help us access that larger awareness here and now.

Eben shares the story behind Proof of Heaven, Living in a Mindful Universe, and his daily practice of binaural sound meditation. The two also reflect on the nature of soul growth, the purpose of challenge, and the power of remembering that we are not separate but deeply connected.

A conversation about awakening, presence, and the living truth that we are more than our bodies, and love is what holds us together.

ABOUT US:

Dr. Eben Alexander is a neurosurgeon and New York Times bestselling author of Proof of Heaven, The Map of Heaven, and Living in a Mindful Universe. His work bridges science and spirituality, exploring the nature of consciousness and the continuity of life.

Learn more at ebenalexander.com and explore free meditations at sacredacoustics.com. Follow him on Instagram @ebenalex3MD.

Jessica Shepherd is an astrologer, intuitive guide, and author of five books, including Venus Signs and A Love Alchemist’s Notebook. She hosts the Soft Human Voice podcast and writes the companion Substack newsletter, Soft Human Words, exploring intuition, sensitivity, and the art of living connected to inner truth.

Follow her on Instagram @_jessicashepherd_ and Facebook @Moonkissd.

CreditsHost: Jessica ShepherdGuest: Dr. Eben AlexanderProduced and Edited by: Noah TetznerPodcast Theme: Soft Human Voice by Jessica ShepherdLearn more: jessicashepherd.net | Soft Human Words on Substack

What if healing the past could change your present reality?

In this illuminating conversation, Jessica speaks with Rob Nelson, EFT and Matrix Re-Imprinting practitioner and author of Hacking Reality and Seven Secret Reasons. Together, they explore how Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) can help release old emotional loops, dissolve trauma at its root, and literally rewrite the energy story that shapes our lives.

Rob shares how a simple tapping sequence can reach the body’s nonverbal brain, transforming stress, limiting beliefs, and even physical pain. Jessica reflects on her own experiences with matrix re-imprinting and the profound discoveries that emerge when we bring compassion to our younger selves.

A grounded, inspiring look at how energy psychology opens the door to freedom, authenticity, and deeper connection with our true selves.

About Us:

Rob Nelson brings humor, passion, and unconventional wisdom to the field of personal transformation. As the author of Hacking Reality and Seven Secret Reasons, and Director of the Tapping the Matrix Academy, he has trained hundreds of EFT, Matrix Reimprinting, and Hacking Reality practitioners since 2011. With a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, Rob is known for turning complex concepts into clear, relatable insights that help people heal trauma, restore authenticity, and rewrite the energy stories that shape their lives.

Learn more about Rob’s work at TappingTheMatrix.com.

Jessica Shepherd is an astrologer, intuitive guide, and the author of five books, including A Love Alchemist’s Notebook and Venus Signs. She is the creator and host of the Soft Human Voice podcast and its companion Substack, Soft Human Words, exploring the art of living with depth, intuition, and gentle power.

You can find Jessica’s work at moonkissd.com & jessicashepherd.substack.com.

Credits

Host: Jessica ShepherdGuest: Rob NelsonProduced and Edited by: Noah TetznerPodcast Theme: Soft Human Voice by Jessica ShepherdLearn more: jessicashepherd.net | Soft Human Words on Substack

In this spellbinding conversation, Jessica sits down with author and priestess Cerridwen Fallingstar, whose historical novels are crafted from remembered lifetimes—memoirs written through past-life regression. Together they explore memory beyond time, the necessity of civilized beauty during times of conflict, and the remembrance of the feminine as a source of timeless wisdom. Cerridwen also guides listeners through a gentle “Power Life Regression,” while Jessica shares her own experience of being regressed by Cerridwen years earlier.

About Us

Cerridwen Fallingstar is a pioneering priestess, author, and teacher in the feminist spirituality movement. Her acclaimed works include The Heart of the Fire, the White as Bone, Red as Blood series set in 12th-century Japan, and Rocket in My Pocket. She continues to offer psychic readings and teachings weaving myth, memory, and transformation.

Learn more:

* Cerridwen’s website theheartofthefire.com

* White as Bone, Red as Blood series

* Rocket in My Pocket by Cerridwen Fallingstar

Jessica Shepherd is an astrologer, intuitive guide, and author of five books, including A Love Alchemist’s Notebook and Venus Signs. She is the host of the Soft Human Voice podcast and its companion Substack newsletter, Soft Human Words, where she explores embodiment, intuition, and the art of meeting yourself with care.

Explore Jessica’s work:

* jessicashepherd.net

* Soft Human Words on Substack

* Instagram | Facebook

…Did you know you can listen to this podcast on your favorite platform? YouTube, YouTube Podcasts, Spotify, Apple, Audacy, Amazon, Podcast Addict (if you don’t see us where you love to listen, email me)

What happens when we move beyond fear and open to connection? In this episode of Soft Human Voice, Jessica talks with intuitive healer and near-death experiencer Debra Martin about miracles, grief, and the power of love.

Full Show Description:In this heartfelt conversation, Jessica and Debra explore the mysteries of mediumship, the healing power of love, and how grief can open us to deeper presence and joy. Debra shares her extraordinary journey — from childhood sensitivities and three near-death experiences to developing her unique blend of mediumship and intuitive healing.

They talk about:

* How near-death experiences can awaken gifts of intuition and healing

* What it means to set boundaries with Spirit and trust your own way of connecting

* Grief as a doorway to deeper love, presence, and joy

* A simple practice Debra offers for moments of overwhelm and anxiety

This episode is a reminder that miracles are real, love is constant, and we are never truly alone.

ABOUT US:

Debra Martin is a world-renowned intuitive healer, three-time near-death experiencer, and author of six books, including Proof of Miracles. She offers private sessions, group healings, and divinely guided meditations that remind us miracles are real. Learn more at DebraMartinHealer.com.

Jessica Shepherd is an astrologer, intuitive guide, and author of five books, including A Love Alchemist’s Notebook. She is the host of the Soft Human Voice podcast and its companion Substack newsletter, Soft Human Words. Learn more about her work and teaching sessions at jessicashepherd.net or by email.

Links & Resources

* Learn more about Debra’s work: DebraMartinHealer.com

* Debra’s book: Proof of Miracles

* Explore Jessica’s writing: Soft Human Words newsletter

* Jessica’s website: jessicashepherd.net

What if manifestation isn’t something you do, but a way of being you return to—over and over again?

In this practical and soulful conversation, Jessica is joined by award-winning author and life expert Alice Inoue to explore the mature art of co-creation.

Alice and Jessica discuss why relaxing into your path matters more than forcing outcomes, the importance of soul-aligned timing, and how seemingly small, intuitive actions can lead to surprising breakthroughs.

Together, they reflect on self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, trusting the vision before the results show up, and what it really means to manifest without attachment. A grounding episode for anyone navigating a dream that hasn’t arrived yet—and wondering how to stay open, centered, and clear in the meantime.

*Relax into the flow. Manifestation is already happening.*

Alice Inoue is a nationally award-winning author and life expert, as well as the founder of Happiness U, a business dedicated to personal growth and workplace well-being. For over two decades, she has helped individuals and organizations move toward positive change.

Alice is also the creator of the Master Your Superpowers personality assessment, used by companies like McDonald's, Walmart, and Gap to strengthen leadership and team communication.

As the author of ten books, Alice is committed to helping people navigate life and business challenges with renewed insight. Find Alice at: aliceinoue.com

Jessica Shepherd is an author, astrologer, healer, intuitive, and teacher of energy awareness. In addition to Soft Human Words and the podcast Soft Human Voice, she shares energy tips, wellness insights, astrology guidance, quotes and art from her books and divination deck on IG and Facebook.

In this heartfelt and luminous conversation, Jessica welcomes Veronika Robinson — funeral celebrant, astrologer, and author — for a deep, compassionate dialogue on death, grief, and the power of honoring life transitions with presence and care. Together, they explore:• what it means to be a celebrant• the emotional and energetic intricacies of holding space for grieving families• astrology’s role in understanding death and loss• their personal experiences of losing their mothers• and how to stay connected — to the earth, to loved ones, and to ourselves — in the wake of profound change.

With tenderness, humor, and intuitive wisdom, Jessica and Veronika open up a rarely shared space for soulful conversation around mortality, spiritual connection, and the beautiful, often mysterious ways our ancestors continue to speak to us.

Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone through loss, or simply curious about the deeper meaning of death, this episode offers both comfort and insight.

✨ Includes a guided grounding practice to begin.

ABOUT US:

Veronika Robinson is a second-generation astrologer, author, celebrant, celebrant trainer and founder of Penrith’s first Death Café. Veronika is the author of Write That Eulogy and Funerals for Children. You can explore Veronika’s writings and work at www.veronikarobinson.com.

Jessica Shepherd is an author, astrologer, healer, intuitive, and teacher of energy awareness. In addition to Soft Human Words and the podcast Soft Human Voice, she shares energy tips, wellness insights, astrology guidance, quotes and art from her books and divination deck on IG and Facebook.

What if you stopped settling—not just in love, but in every energetic exchange in your life? In this raw and radiant conversation with intuitive coach Courtney Sprung and writer Hermione Flavia, we unpack what it means to alchemize your patterns, call off the search, and become a vibrational match for what you truly want.

From dating apps and soulmates to shadow work, self-worth, and the energetic long game, this episode is a love letter to anyone tired of swiping and ready to feel the yes in their bones.

Together, we talk about:

* What it really means to define your cheese (yes, we go there)

* The shadow work behind soulmate-level love

* Why your vibe—not your city or app—shapes your romantic reality

* How to stop settling, start alchemizing, and become your own best friend

* And the feminine wisdom hidden in cycles of death, rebirth, and real healing

Whether you’re single, partnered, healing, or reimagining what love could look like—you’re not alone. This episode is a reminder of your co-creative power, your worth, and the beauty of being in process.

ABOUT US:

Courtney Sprung is a seasoned tarot reader and intuitive guide who’s spent nearly a decade helping women come home to themselves. Her grounded, soulful sessions dissolve old blocks and awaken the deep knowing within. Find Courtney on IG @goodwitchxbadbitch and quartzdream.com.

Hermione Flavia is a writer, cinema historian, and award-winning screenwriter. She shares her love of storytelling on her YouTube channels, WildfireMovies and CravenWild—where classic films, new releases, and bookish gems all find a home. Find Hermione on IG @hermioneflavia .

Jessica Shepherd is an author, intuitive, and chi ball whose work centers on sensitivity, energy mastery, and inner wisdom. She’s the author of A Love Alchemist’s Notebook, a beloved guide to soulful relationships and self-worth, and the host of Soft Human Voice—a podcast devoted to the tender art of being human. Find Jessica on IG jessica.shepherd.author.healer and Facebook.

P.S. Please forgive the initial echo. Still learning ‘how-to’ podcast. Mahalo!

Welcome to a special expanded edition of Soft Human Voice!

I’m thrilled to introduce my co-host for this episode, Courtney Sprung—a gifted psychic and intuitive reader with a passion for co-creation. I absolutely adore her, and I know you will too.

It feels especially fitting that we connected through A Love Alchemist’s Notebook on this love-centered day. (Courtney currently hosts a LAN book club!) She first discovered my book over a decade ago and has been using its techniques ever since. Then, during October’s Libra Eclipse—a particularly challenging time for relationships—she felt called to reach out, declaring, “The Love Alchemist will save us all!”

We had so much fun sharing the story of our friendship and diving into some of our favorite topics: connection, self-love, life purpose (a question Courtney is often asked), and our first experiences with co-creating.

We close with a special Valentine’s Day invitation for you:What self-loving and self-caring thing can I do for myself, right now?

I also guide you through an embodied energy practice—because energy management and self-care are essential for tuning into your inner wisdom.

We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did! Let us know in the comments.

With love,Jessica & Courtney

P.S. This was our first time recording in this format, and we’re still fine-tuning the quality—thanks for sticking with us! Mahalo.

Aloha Friends,

Today’s weather was a sampler of all that’s wonderful about Hawaii, light showers -and the sun peaked out, too. Join me for this gentle and restorative holiday weekend Qigong session, where we will:

* Warm up our joints and muscles, from the ground up

* Connect to the joy of our hearts through our hands

* Nourish the nervous system with soothing re…

Aloha, Friends.

I just returned from a long weekend in LA, and yet I took Hawaii with me :-)

In this guided session you will learn how to:

* invite a beach in Hawaii into your practice -and your practice space

* receive what you specifically need from Mother Earth

* feel ease of Connection (perhaps more than you have in many Moons)

…Plus you accrue the wellness benefits -clarity, relaxation, feeling good, enhanced inner Connection, increased immunity- of an energy practice.

Join me! Then let me know your experience in the comments below.