Are you ready for your daily dose of sunshine?!? Today on the show, Lea has an expansive conversation with Dallas native and co-owner of Dallas Yoga Center, David Sunshine. They discuss creative energy and how it has formed David as a yogi, mystic ceremonial somatic alchemist lightning dreamer, and artist. 

In today’s episode of The Art Of... 

• David’s experience studying Tibetian Buddhism and working with the Dalai Lama in India 
• Yoga and the meditation of embodiment 
• Trauma and health viewed from the yogi perspective 
• David’s definition and experience with shamanic journeys and what they represent 
• Experiencing supportive spaces through connected community 

Resources:

• The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk
• The Great Cosmic Mother by Monica Sjöö
• Spirt Hacking by Shaman Durek
• Ancient Wisdom Today Podcast with Shaman Durek 
• Bhola Banstola, Author at Society for Shamanic Practice
• Shauman Simbirski

Follow David:

• Instagram ~ @Lightning_dreamer
• Website ~ dallasyogacenter.com
• Sunshine Miniature Trees

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• Instagram ~ @leafisherart
• Website ~ leafisherart.com

Have you ever had something catastrophic happen in your life only for it to turn out to be a blessing? In today’s solo episode, Lea discusses the possibility of experiencing these events on a continuum rather than an absolute good or bad. She closes the show with how painful experiences can provide opportunities for growth and expansive service. 

In this episode of The Art Of:

• Judging our circumstances 
• Alchemizing our pain
• Managing expectations 
• Accepting life on life’s terms
• The Parable of the Chinese Farmer 

Resource:

Alan Watts

 No More Guilt...

The Principle Of Not Forcing

The Illusion of MONEY, TIME & EGO

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Instagram ~ @leafisherart

Website ~ leafisherart.com

What do women really want from a relationship? Well, we can’t speak for all women but we can speak for these two!! Listen in today as Lea has a candid conversation about the dating journey with one of her great friends, and CMO of Mind Valley Meditation, Jeanette Breen. 

In this episode of The Art Of...

• The journey of manifesting a conscious relationship
• Instant attraction vs. trauma bonding 
• Becoming what you want to attract 
• Vulnerability and masculinity 
• Becoming the best version of yourself
• Taking action and letting go of the outcome

Resources:

• The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
• The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
• You Only Fall in Love Three Times: The Secret Search for Our Twin Flame by Kate Rose
• The Way of the Superior Man by David Dieda
• Aubrey Marcus  ~ Podcast

Follow Lea:

• @leafisherart
• leafisherart.com

Follow Jeannette:

• @spiritofjeannette

Do you consider yourself a creative person? Well, after this episode you definitely will!

Today, in this solo episode Lea discusses one of her favorite subjects, creative energy. She talks about releasing the attachment to outcomes while creating and why everything we create doesn’t have to be “good”. As you listen, consider the creative impulse and how is it innate to every human on the planet ~ Even YOU! 😊

In this episode of The Art Of… 

• Why creativity is not limited to the performing and visual arts
• Why every person on the planet is a “creative”
• How procrastination and perfectionism are only just fear playing dress up
• This importance of practice in the creative process 
• Why failure is vital to the creative process 
• The opinions of others and why it doesn't matter 

Follow Lea:

• Instagram: @leafisherart

• Website: leafisherart.com

Resources:

Podcast: Magic Lessons with Elizabeth Gilbert

Book: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

Today in this solo episode, Lea examines the emotional relationship we have with our material possessions. She discusses societal programming around consumption and how to develop a healthy balance between having what we want and obsessively wanting more. 

In this episode of The Art Of....

• Creating space for items we genuinely love and value
• Granting unapologetic permission to love luxury 
• Practical tips to let go of “what if” and “someday” items 
• Examining the “why” around impulse purchases 

Follow Lea:

• Instagram: @leafisherart
• Website: leafisherart.com

Resource:

• The Minimalists Podcast
• Instagram: @theminimalists

Today on The Art Of... Lea has a conversation with Alexander Coronado about different ways to explore energy. Alexander is a Dallas-based sound healer, reiki master, geomancy practitioner and end-of-life doula. Journey with Lea and Alexander as they explore unhealthy attachments, destigmatize the taboo topic of death and discuss the power of unconditional love.

In this episode:

• Incorporating feng shui into the home
• Decluttering and letting go of our attachment to “things”
• The function of a death doula with loved ones and pets
• Leaning into the power of unconditional love
• What is reiki anyway??

Resources:

• Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing Uncommon Things ~ Joe Dispenza
• The Midnight Gospel
• Mutant Message Down Under ~ Marlow Morgan
• Center for Spiritual Living (CSL)

Follow Lea:

• Instagram: @leafisherart
• Website: leafisherart.com

Follow Alexander:

• Instagram: @mystical.xander.vibes
• Facebook: Mystical Xander Vibes

Events:

• Weekly Sound Healing, $20
• Sound Healing Workshop ~ 5/14/22
• 4D Sound Healing ~ 5/22/22, $55
• Death Cafe ~ 4/28/22, Free

20% discount code: maytheforcebewithyou

Today on the show, Lea has a conversation with the creator of Style Beyond Age, Sonia Lovett. As a 69 year-old digital creator, social media influencer, world traveler, fashion enthusiast and wellness blogger Sonia has made it her mission to help women empower themselves through beauty and style. She and Lea discuss the societal intricacies of aging well and maintaining a strong sense of self-worth and relevancy. 

In this episode of The Art Of:

• Tips on how to cultivate habits to feel beautiful daily 
• How to drop fear and embrace beauty at any age
• The power of staying engaged and relevant 
• The demonization of aging in the current culture 
• Perfecting the shabby chic look

Follow Lea:

• Instagram: @leafisherart
• Website: leafisherart.com

Follow Sonia:

• Instagram: @stylebeyondage
• Website: stylebeyondage.com

Resources:

• The Seven Spiritual Laws for Success: A Practical Guide to Fulfillment of Your Dreams by Deepak Chopra

• The Beauty Myth: How Images of Beauty Are Used Against Women by Naomi Wolf

You may know that being of service can be a beautiful contribution to those in need and society as a whole but have you ever considered what is in it for you? On today’s solo episode of The Art Of… Lea discusses how giving the gift of service not only helps those around you but also is an integral part of the self-healing process. Listen as she discusses how we all have the ability to be useful to our fellow humans and gives simple suggestions on how to be of service in your daily life.    

In this episode of The Art Of… 

• The difference between codependency and service 
• Why acts of kindness benefit the giver infinitely more than the one receiving 
• How being responsibly selfish benefits others 
• Ways to implement three simple acts of service  

 Follow Lea:

• Instagram: @leafisherart
• Website: leafisherart.com
• Lea's newsletter coming soon! 

Resources:

• Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself by Melody Beattie
• Facing Codependence: What It Is, Where It Comes from, How It Sabotages Our Lives by Pia Mellody.
• Movie: Pay It Forward

Your emotions are people, too…sorta. Today on the show, Lea shares a book that’s recently impacted her greatly: “The Book of Qualities by J. Ruth Gendler”. It personifies our emotions in a way that makes them easier to understand and accept. Listen to learn why you’re not at war with your emotions and how to make peace with them so you can grow and evolve into your truest self. 

In this episode of The Art Of…

• Looking at our emotions in a personified way in order to make peace with them
• Understanding the different levels of consciousness
• Why certain emotions drain our lifeforce
• How to accept our emotions for what they are 

Follow Lea:

• Instagram: @leafisherart
• Website: leafisherart.com 
• Sign up for Lea's newsletter here! 

Resources:

• The Book of Qualities by J. Ruth Gendler
• Letting Go: The Pathway to Surrender by David R. Hawkins M.D., Ph.D.
• Power vs. Force: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior by David R. Hawkins M.D., Ph.D.

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

Manifestation is more than just wishing something into existence. In fact, there’s actual science behind it. And on today’s solo episode, Lea is here to talk about just that! In this episode, she dives into the work of Dr. Joe Dispenza, author and researcher of epigenetics, and neuroscience. She shares how his work has changed her life for the better, explains the science behind pattern and habit changes, and empowers you to create new realities for yourself by rewiring your brain today.

In this episode of The Art Of…

• Taking a deep look at the work of Dr. Joe Dispenza
• The science behind changing your thought patterns
• How manifestation and the law of attraction actually work
• How to unlock the unconscious brain and rewire your thinking
• Why meditation plays a key role in creating new realities

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• Instagram: @leafisherart
• Website: leafisherart.com 
• Sign up for Lea's newsletter here! 

Resources:

• Series: Rewired with Dr. Joe Dispenza
• Book: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One by Dr. Joe Dispenza
• Book: Becoming Supernatural: How Common People are Doing the Uncommon by Dr. Joe Despenza 
• Instagram: @drjoedispenza 
• Website: drjoedispenza.com
• Gaia TV

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions