The Awakened Journalist

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Julietta Ferrero from Águila Real, a medicine woman, musician and yogi to explore a question that has deeply shaped my own journey: What are the practices that truly help us hold the light?

Together, we talk about discipline as an act of love, structure to build more freedom and the sacred role of medicine music, our experiences with ayahuasca, and why the ceremony doesn't end when we leave the space—it begins in how we live each day. and how we complete the homework the medicine reveals to us.

We reflect on the small, intentional practices that bring us back to our hearts, strengthen our integrity, and help us walk our purpose with courage and humility.

My hope is that this conversation inspires you to remember that transformation isn't found only in extraordinary moments, but in the devotion we bring to everyday life. May this episode encourage you to hear your own calling and lead with an open heart.

In this inspiring episode of The Awakened Journalist, Emiliana Molina sits down with Sitara for a conversation about what it truly means to own your power and wake up to life with intention. Together, they explore how meditation can help us move beyond autopilot, reconnect with our authentic selves, and cultivate greater presence, clarity, and inner peace.

Sitara shares practical insights on breaking free from limiting patterns, quieting the mind, and developing a deeper connection to purpose and self-awareness. This conversation is an invitation to stop sleepwalking through life and begin living with greater consciousness, vitality, and empowerment. Whether you're new to meditation or seeking to deepen your spiritual practice, this episode offers valuable tools to help you feel more alive, present, and aligned with your highest potential.

This interview took place at Ultimate Wellness Miami Conference at the Miami Beach Faena Forum. The next Ultimate Wellness Miami conference will be September 24 - 26, 2026

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In this inspiring episode of The Awakened Journalist, Emiliana Molina sits down with Kirill Ignatieff to explore the power of holding a vision, staying committed to your dreams, and trusting the process of manifestation. Together, they discuss how clarity of purpose and consistency of action create the foundation for success, even when the path forward feels uncertain.Kirill shares insights on embracing the inevitable ups and downs of any meaningful journey, reminding us that growth rarely looks perfect. The conversation highlights the importance of showing up authentically, taking action despite fear or imperfections, and finding joy in the process rather than becoming attached to outcomes.This episode is a powerful reminder that perfection is not the goal—excellence is. By doing our best each day, learning from challenges, and remaining faithful to our vision, we can create extraordinary results while enjoying the journey along the way.

Before there were speeches, policies, or social media, there was storytelling, dance, and music. These were humanity's first tools for creating connection, transmitting wisdom, and building community.Vandana Hart, creator and host of the acclaimed series We Speak Dance on Netflix, is teaching this through her travels around the world. Vandana demonstrates that dance is more than performance—it is a universal language that transcends borders, politics, religion, and culture. Dance creates empathy, belonging, and understanding, reminding us that we are connected through our shared humanity.We explore leadership through the Golden Triangle where Storytelling leads, Dance opens and Music unites.Storytelling gives meaning and direction. It helps people understand why change is needed. Dance allows people to embody that message, moving it from the mind into the heart and body. Music through our cultural expression and rythyms then creates resonance, synchronizing emotions and bringing communities together around a shared vision.Throughout history, many influential leaders have intuitively understood this principle. Activist and community leader Nelson Mandela was known for dancing before protests, creating unity, joy, and collective energy before taking action. Rather than leading solely through anger or resistance, he helped people connect through movement and celebration.Similarly, Chief Nixiwaka Yawanawá and Putanny Yawanawá lead through songs, chants, ceremonies, and dance. In the Yawanawá tradition, music is not entertainment—it is medicine, memory, prayer, and leadership. Through song and movement, ancestral knowledge is transmitted, communities are strengthened, and people reconnect with nature, spirit, and one another.When leaders lead with an open heart, authentic storytelling, dance, and music, they create spaces where people feel seen, connected, and inspired.

We all seek Truth and the meaning of life. Ali Kartalsuna, a musical genius in his craft does this through the universal language of sound. Often times by playing music and other times by spending days and even years in silence to observe and learn from others.

In this interview we speak about "Wake Up Call:" We. U. All. An event co-created between Natalya Maria Spicker, Ali Kartalsuna and myself. Less than three weeks ago we came together to hear the calling of a 24 hour music event to bring commUNITY together, to harmonize all relations and to support in the healing of humanity the best way the three of us know how to do: through Music, Prayer, Communication and Cacao.

This is how we pray, this is how we play: Welcome to the 5D way of inviting community forward.

Come out tonight December 27 at 6p.m. - Dec. 28, 10 a.m. Sunset to Sunrise.

3rd st south beach: on the beach

Walk Past Marjory Stoneman Douglas Ocean Beach Park and into the beach area.

225 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139

100. Mujer Medicina, con Teresa de Jesús (ESP)

En este episodio exploramos la sabiduría de Teresa de Jesús como mujer medicina, cantautora, danzante de la luna, y la voz y el movimiento como portales de sanación. Conversamos sobre el baile como medicina ancestral, capaz de liberar memorias, restaurar el equilibrio y devolvernos al pulso natural de la vida. Profundizamos en la voz y el canto como tecnologías de creación y sanación, herramientas vibracionales que reordenan el campo energético, despiertan la conciencia y recuerdan al cuerpo su poder creador. Un encuentro para honrar el arte sagrado de habitar, expresar y sanar desde el alma para lograr vivir la vida de tus sueños.

Si tienes voz, sabes cantar con Jesús Hidalgo.

Jesús Hidalgo es un reconocido cantautor venezolano, portador de la música medicina y de cantos que mas que musical ,son rezos que sanan el alma. Su voz conecta corazones y despierta memorias ancestrales.

La música medicina nos invita a recordar quiénes somos: seres vibracionales capaces de sanar, elevar y transformar nuestra energía a través del sonido. Cada nota abre caminos hacia la armonía interior y colectiva.

El concierto “Todo el Mundo dice Aho” es una celebración anual de la vida, un llamado a la unidad, al respeto por la Tierra y a la sabiduría de los pueblos originarios. Para continuar con este legado del doceavo concierto de TEMDA, Jesus y su compañera

de vida han creado la fundación sin fines de lucro, TEMDA Foundation.

Estamos viviendo la era de la revolución del sonido, donde la humanidad está recordando el poder de cantar, vibrar y sanar juntos. Ven a experimentarlo el 1 de noviembre en THE HUB,

en Future of Cities. Estaremos celebrando el legado de Ximena Cho, una Colombiana cuyo legado en la comunidad espiritual de Miami y a nivel Global, continuara por décadas.

Gracias a Tony Cho, por el espacio.

La energía sexual al servicio De Dios, con Yamila Hernandez nos recuerda del poder que llevamos dentro cuando escuchamos el ritmo primitivo de nuestra sexualidad y sensualidad y cuando elevamos ese ritmo para un servicio mayor.

Lograr la maestría de la energía sexual no siempre es tarea fácil.

Hay infinitas diferentes formas de trabajar con ella para co-crear, para hacer el amor, para escribir un libro, para hacer una canción o para ponerla al servicio De Dios. Si, al servicio De Dios

que superara siempre todas nuestras pequeñas

expectativas porque hay un plan divino que sabe mas que nosotros.

Nos enseñaron que la energía sexual era simplemente para tener orgasmos cuando la realidad es que hay miles de formas de sentir el extasis y la plenitud que viene de la Fuente. Las personas que logran contener esta energía dentro de si mismos para ponerla al servicio de una misión, un propósito o algo mayor son verdaderos sabios. Sentirla en el momento presente no necesariamente significa que deba terminar en un orgasmo físico de cuerpo a cuerpo o sexual. Tampoco significa que debamos actuar sobre ella.

Es mas, aprender a contenerla y elevarla al servicio De Dios te regalara el mismo placer o mil veces mas placer que la falta de controlar tu instinto primitivo cuando actúas desde el impulso de tus hormonas.

A veces se puede sentir el mismo extasis o aun mas placer con carcajadas que te elevan a orgasmos energéticos y/o emocionales. En fin, hay un sin numero de formas de expresar, sentir y experimentar la maestría del Kundalini, de la energía de la Fuente o la energía de la creación. Nuestra energía sexual también puede existir al servicio de una misión.

In this episode of "Surrendering in safety, with Bonilla Vibes" we explore the masculine and feminine energies through dance, play and Kama Flight. An experience where masculine guidance meets feminine surrender when safety, consent and truth is felt as the base of any relationship and/or play experiment as we do here with Bonilla showcasing what Kama flight looks like and how you can practice this with friends, partners or anyone who wants to dive deeper into intimacy and layers of trust.

In any relation, when safety is established the feminine energy can surrender to trust the masculine guidance, to let the guard down and allow the heart to remain open for expansive experiences. With lack of safety, trust is broken and the feminine will resist masculine guidance. This applies to any relation regardless of gender as we all carry both masculine and feminine energy.

Enjoy our playfulness and ecstatic joy through this conversation, flow and surrender.

Desnudando el Alma (ESP)

Todos tenemos nuestra propia verdad del alma: la autenticidad la esencia y la llama interior que guía tu propósito en la vida. No esperes SER entendida por todos. Cuando vives desde tu esencia, desnudaras tu alma del miedo al que diran. Muchos se verán reflejados en tus aprendizajes, en tus sombras, en tu luz o juzgaran tu camino; esta bien. Aquí lo mas importante es que tu te sientas bien con tus aprendizajes, tus intenciones y que puedas vivir con una consciencia en paz. Al final del día tu eres la única que siempre estará contigo. Nadie viene a rescatarnos ni a salvarnos de nosotros mismos. Elige el camino que guía tu intuición, ahi encontraras tu liberación interior. Cuando logras entender la verdad de tu alma, respetaras el libre albedrío de los demás y el tuyo mismo. Entenderás que cada quien llega a la Verdad Suprema desde sus heridas, sus aprendizajes y su luz. Y el mejor regalo que le puedes entregar a las personas que amas es tu atención, tu presencia y tu escucha sin intentar "arreglarlos" o cambiarlos. La autenticidad acepta todo como ES.