In this episode of the Soul Led Podcast, we decided to let go of the plan and simply follow where Spirit led us.

Following the devastating storm that impacted Northwest Indiana on August 11, we found ourselves dealing with stress, disruptions, and the emotional weight that comes with navigating unexpected challenges. Instead of trying to force a traditional episode, we sat down together, grounded ourselves, pulled some oracle cards, and allowed the messages to naturally unfold.

In this episode, we talk about:

- A simple grounding practice to help bring yourself back to the present moment

- The aftermath of the recent storm in Northwest Indiana

- Our personal experiences navigating stress and unexpected challenges

- The power of community and witnessing people come together to support one another

- Holding onto gratitude during difficult and overwhelming times

- Messages of compassion, love, and support from Quan Yin

- Finding balance when life feels chaotic

- Reconnecting with purpose and remembering what truly matters

- Creating more harmony within ourselves and our relationships

- Why we may need to give ourselves—and others—a little more grace

- The Full Moon in Pisces and lunar eclipse energy

- Why this can be a meaningful time for reflection and going within

- Not taking everything others say or do personally

- Remembering that everyone may be carrying something we can't see

- Moments of synchronicity, shared thoughts, and Spirit seemingly confirming the messages along the way

Oracle Deck Cards Used:

Kuan Yin Oracle Deck By Alana Fairchild

Gemstone Affirmation Oracle Deck By Sage Goddess

Affirmators Deck By Knock Knock

Podcast mentioned via Youtube on this episode; Amrit Sandhu and Debra Silverman Astrology Episode on the August 12 Eclipse will change everything

A Reminder From This Episode

You don't have to have everything figured out right now.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is pause, take a breath, ground ourselves, and remember that even in difficult moments, we are surrounded by opportunities for love, connection, compassion, and support.

We're all doing the best we can with what we're carrying. Maybe the invitation is simply to meet ourselves—and each other—with a little more understanding.

Thank you for listening and for being part of our Soul Led community!

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In this episode, we talk with Angie Loren, owner of Trinity Healing Center NWI, about what it really means to walk a spiritual path—and why it doesn’t have to be as complicated as we sometimes make it.

In this episode:

- Angie shares a little about her personal experiences in the metaphysical and spiritual world

- Her journey of creating and growing a spiritual business

- The differences Angie notices between beginners, newly awakened individuals, and those who have been on their spiritual path for years

- Why we tend to overcomplicate spirituality and the healing journey

- The reality that challenges don’t disappear just because we become more spiritually experienced

- Personal ways we uplift ourselves when we’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed

- Setting healthy boundaries while honoring our spiritual growth

- The importance of intention behind spiritual practices and rituals

- Remembering that there is no “right” place to be on your spiritual journey

- Ending with a beautiful card reading centered around opening ourselves to infinite love

Connect with Angie & Trinity Healing Center NWI

https://www.trinityhealingcenternwi.com

Card Referenced in This Episode

Nature’s Whispers By Angela Hartfield Artwork by Josephine Wall

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In This Episode

Terry's personal love for Reiki and how it became part of her life

 What Reiki is and where the practice began

A little history of Reiki and Mikao Usui's role in its development

What actually happens during a Reiki session

What a person might experience during or after a session

Reiki as a personal practice and healing journey

How Terry, Claudia, and Kelci each utilize Reiki differently

Why there isn't necessarily one "right" way to experience Reiki

Following your own intuition while practicing energy work

A spontaneous conversation about meditation, dreams, and the unconscious mind

Our closing card reading and a reminder to have grace for ourselves and others

As always, our conversations about Reiki reflect our personal experiences and spiritual practices and are not intended to replace professional medical or mental-health care. Reiki is considered a complementary practice, and current scientific evidence has not clearly established its effectiveness for specific health conditions.

Oracel Deck was by Rebecca Campbell, The Starseed Oracle and the Artwork was by Danielle Noel

Connect With Soul Led

Follow along with Soul Led for more conversations about spirituality, energy healing, intuition, self-discovery, and the many different ways we find our way back to ourselves.

Remember: You don't have to have it all figured out. We're all learning, healing, and becoming — one step at a time.

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In this episode, we discuss:

- Aaron and Denise's individual spiritual awakenings and healing journeys.

- How Reiki entered their lives and changed their perspectives.

- The gifts, lessons, and wisdom they've gained along the way.

- Teaching Reiki together as a married couple.

- Balancing family life while sharing a spiritual path.

- The power of supporting each other's unique gifts.

- Trusting divine timing and embracing life's lessons.

- A heartfelt card reading from Denise focused on self-worth, love, and finding meaning in every experience.

The Cards Denise Used Were By Aleister Crowley & Frieda Harris The Thoth Tarot Deck, and By Diana Cooper Angels Of Light Cards

Thank you for listening! If this conversation resonated with you, we’d love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may need the reminder that they are deeply loved, worthy, and exactly where they are meant to be.

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Take some time for yourself to truly appreciate how far you have come today, honor every moment it took you to get here and show gratitude for it all. May this Lion’s Gate Portal bring you so many ideas for creative projects, abundance, expansion, growth with humility, love, and respect for all God Created Life!

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Take a moment to slow down, reconnect, and come home to yourself.

In this special 15-minute bonus episode, we invite you into a peaceful grounding experience designed to help you release stress, quiet your mind, and reconnect with the present moment.

Claudia creates a soothing sound journey using crystal singing bowls while Kelci gently guides you through a visualization to a beautiful meadow, where you’ll meet a wise, grounded tree. As you rest beneath its branches, you’ll be invited to release what no longer serves you and draw strength, stability, and nourishment from the earth below.

Whether you’re beginning your day, winding down before bed, or simply needing a moment to reset, this meditation is here whenever you need to feel rooted and supported.

Find a comfortable place, take a deep breath, and allow yourself to simply receive.

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We have to also take time for ourselves on a regular basis before we get depleted on both ends. Listening to our body, emotions and wellbeing is very important. Sometimes it’s ok to say no when you can’t and need time to rest yourself.

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What is the shadow self?

Why every person has both light and shadow.

Turning emotional triggers into opportunities for growth.

Learning to respond with curiosity instead of shame.

Seeing our parents through a different lens as we heal.

How family patterns shape us—and how we can choose differently.

Why our children often become our greatest teachers.

Loving ourselves as perfectly imperfect.

Gentle ways to begin shadow work.

Oracle card reading: honoring both light and dark.

Reflection Questions:

What situations trigger the strongest emotional response in me?

What might those reactions be trying to teach me?

Is there a part of myself I’ve been judging instead of understanding?

How can I offer myself compassion instead of criticism this week?

Thank you for joining us on your healing journey. Remember, healing isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about embracing every part of who you’ve always been. The more we honor both our light and our shadow, the more whole we become.

References Carl Jung Quotes

Deck used was The Wild Unknown Archetypes By Kim Krans Card# 1 The Mother

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#Treading Slowly #TipToe

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Connecting with Spirit, Spirit Animals, Loved Ones on a Regular Basis

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