The Awakened Mind Podcast

In this episode, I’m opening the door to a new season of my work, and sharing the story behind my rebrand to A Way Forward: Mind-Body Healing & Hypnosis.

For years, my sessions have been evolving. What started as hypnosis slowly expanded into breathwork, somatic healing, subconscious reprogramming, and heart-led transformation. 

My clients were showing up with deeper questions… and I was being called to meet them in deeper places.

Eventually, I realized the name Shannon Rollins Hypnosis no longer held the truth of what I do. My work wasn’t just hypnosis. It was guidance. It was nervous system healing. It was emotional clarity. It was giving people a way forward when life didn’t feel clear.

This episode is the story of how that shift happened.

You’ll hear
• The moment I knew it was time to evolve
• How my intuition (and body) guided the rebrand
• Why A Way Forward feels like a philosophy, not just a name
• What’s expanding in this next chapter
• What’s staying the same
• And what I hope this new container brings to your healing journey

If you’re in a season of transition yourself… this episode might give you permission to trust your own next step.

Checkout our new website at https://www.awayforwardhypnosis.com

In this inspiring episode of The Awakened Mind, Shannon Rollins welcomes Stephanie Weiss, founder of High Frequency Healing, to explore the intersection of energy work, holistic coaching, and self-trust. Stephanie opens up about her personal journey from yoga and burnout to discovering Reiki and vibrational healing tools like tuning forks.

Together, they dive deep into how energetic boundaries, mindset shifts, and emotional self-compassion support lasting transformation. Stephanie shares how she uses energy modalities to help clients manage overstimulation, heal from within, and reconnect to their intuition.

This episode is a beautiful reminder that you are right for you 100%—and when you trust your inner wisdom, profound healing begins.

Takeaways:

• Stephanie's healing journey began with yoga and the search for presence.
• Coaching combined with energy work creates a holistic path to growth.
• Navigating negative thoughts involves awareness, breathwork, and perspective shifts.
• Reiki is the energy of source that supports deep healing.
• Tuning forks enhance chakra alignment and energetic flow.
• Energetic boundaries are essential for sensitive and intuitive individuals.
• Visualization and mindfulness rituals help manage overstimulation.
• Self-compassion is a powerful catalyst for healing and empowerment.
• Personal growth stems from befriending yourself and trusting your intuition.

Memorable Quotes:

🌀 "It's all about the vibration."
🗣️ "You can talk your way through this."
💖 "You are right for you 100%."

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Background
03:43 – Stephanie's Healing Journey
06:31 – The Intersection of Coaching and Energy Work
09:38 – Navigating Negative Thoughts and Emotions
12:35 – Understanding Reiki and Energy Healing
15:40 – The Role of Tuning Forks in Healing
18:24 – Visions and Intuition in Healing Sessions
21:40 – The Importance of Trusting the Process
24:24 – Empowerment Through Self-Reflection
28:32 – Rituals for Energy Protection
29:56 – Navigating Crowded Spaces
35:15 – Befriending Yourself for Growth
40:59 – Trusting Your Intuition for Confidence
44:34 – The Awakened Mind Outro

To contact Stephanie or learn more, click here: https://highfrequencyhealing.net/

To contact Shannon or learn more, click here: https://shannonrollinshypnosis.com/

In this episode of The Awakened Mind, Shannon Rollins sits down with Maria Marcano, Burnout Recovery and Resilience Coach, to unpack the real story behind burnout. They explore how burnout is far more than stress—it's a deep call for repair and reconnection with the body.

Maria opens up about her personal experience with burnout, sharing the physical and emotional toll it took and how she found her way back to resilience. Together, they dive into the differences between stress and burnout, the stigma that keeps many women stuck in cycles of depletion, and why true recovery goes beyond surface-level fixes. You'll also learn about the role of somatic practices in healing burnout, the stages of burnout recovery, and practical body-based tools like stomping and shaking to discharge stress.

Whether you're feeling the early signs or deep into burnout, this conversation offers a grounded, compassionate roadmap back to vitality.

Takeaways

• Burnout isn’t just about managing stress—it’s about deep, whole-body repair.
• Societal stigma often keeps burnout hidden and unaddressed.
• Burnout can show up physically, leading to serious health consequences.
• Understanding the difference between stress and burnout is key to true healing.
• Burnout progresses in stages, and each impacts recovery differently.
• Rest can feel uncomfortable or even guilt-inducing—but it’s essential.
• Somatic practices reconnect the mind and body for deeper healing.
• Emotional flatness and disconnection are common signs of burnout.
• Simple techniques like stomping and shaking help release stored energy.
• Long-term recovery means addressing the patterns and beliefs that led to burnout.
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Chapters

00:00 — Introduction: What is Burnout, Really?

06:53 — Maria's Personal Burnout Story

13:49 — Stress vs. Burnout: Why It Matters

19:05 — The Link Between Burnout and Depression

24:12 — Understanding the Stages of Burnout Recovery

30:17 — Practical Somatic Tools for Healing

41:02 — Final Thoughts + Resources

42:37 — Outro

How to get a hold of Maria: https://mariamarcano.com/

Maria Marcano is a Somatic Burnout Recovery & Resilience Coach who helps self-aware, high-achieving women overcome chronic stress by reconnecting with their bodies and inner resilience. A former corporate executive and current Life Coach, her approach isn’t about stress management hacks; it’s about deep repair. She guides clients to listen to the intelligence of their bodies, reclaim the exiled parts of themselves, and unravel the silent legacy of early unprocessed stress that fuels burnout beneath the surface. Maria’s work is where somatic healing meets soulful psychology. It’s not just about recovering energy, it’s about restoring wholeness.

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In this expansive and deeply inspiring conversation, Shannon sits down with Jurate, a Quantum Alignment & Flow Coach, to explore what it really means to live in harmony with your soul’s blueprint through Astro DNA, Hypnosis, and many other modalities. From migrating to the US, to trusting the unseen guidance of the universe, Jurate shares her path of radical surrender, frequency recalibration, and intuitive alignment.

Together, they dive into how quantum healing, astrology, and subconscious rewiring all play a role in uncovering our deepest truth—and how even breakdowns can become portals to awakening. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or just ready to flow with your highest self, this episode is a permission slip to trust the mystery and come home to yourself.

Jurate is a Quantum Alignment & Flow Coach, subconscious transformation practitioner, and intuitive guide who helps people unlock their soul-aligned path by merging ancient wisdom with energetic technologies. You can find her on Instagram at @empiricalmystic, where she shares about quantum embodiment, astrology, and deep inner healing.

00:00 – Opening grounding & intention
02:20 – Jurate's origin story: growing up in Chicago, moving to Florida, and how burnout redirected her
07:40 – Jurate's powerful energetic awakening
11:50 – The moment she surrendered to spirit and let her intuition lead
14:15 – Working with subconscious tools: “This life is not meant to be lived from trauma”
18:05 – Quantum healing explained simply: collapsing timelines and expanding possibilities
22:30 – What it really means to “be in flow” and how to recognize when you’re out of it
28:00 – The power of astrology and the subconscious in healing deeply held patterns
31:45 – Mention of astrologers that shaped her path:
  🔹 @astroladaofficial
  🔹 @astrologywithheather
34:00 – The frequency of your future self already exists—how to align with it
38:30 – Her favorite practices for accessing her quantum field and resetting her energy
43:20 – Journaling prompt: “If you fully trusted your inner knowing, what would you do differently?”
46:10 – How to work with Jurate and what her 1:1 mentorship includes
50:00 – Closing thoughts: surrender, trust, and staying curious about your own inner landscape

• Your frequency creates your reality—alignment always trumps force

• Burnout can be a soul signal redirecting you toward purpose

• Subconscious healing is the foundation of quantum change

• The "flow state" is less about productivity and more about presence

• Astrology can be a portal into your personal roadmap for expansion

• Surrender is an active, courageous choice—one that opens portals of possibility

Instagram: @empiricalmystic

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In this episode, Shannon Rollins explores the concept of vibrational shifts, diving into how our energy and frequency shape the way we experience life. She explains how our thoughts and emotions influence our vibrational state and the ripple effects this has on our relationships, decisions, and sense of purpose. Shannon offers insight into the signs of vibrational shifts, how to navigate them with self-awareness, and practical steps to elevate and protect your energy. This episode is a gentle invitation to deepen your personal growth journey through the lens of energy and consciousness.

• Vibrational shifts can lead to changes in relationships and self-perception.

• Everything in our lives is influenced by energy and frequency.

• Our thoughts directly impact our vibrational state.

• Embracing all emotions is essential for healing and personal growth.

• Signs of a vibrational shift include increased sensitivity and questioning old beliefs.

• Integrating change may feel uncomfortable but is necessary for transformation.

• Intuition helps recognize and navigate energetic shifts.

• Grounding practices, especially in nature, support energetic recalibration.

• Protecting your energy is vital for emotional and mental well-being.

• A commitment to personal growth leads to lasting inner transformation.

• "Everything is energy."

• "Pick one thing to do weekly."

• "Energy is everything."

00:00 — Introduction to Vibrational Shifts
02:28 — Understanding Energy and Consciousness
06:36 — The Power of Thoughts
12:34 — Signs of Vibrational Shifts
17:30 — Practical Steps for Energy Management
24:56 — Protecting Your Energy
28:04 — Conclusion and Invitation to Join
29:17 — The Awakened Mind Outro

If you're interested in reaching out to me, head over to shannonrollinshypnosis.com and you can find both the free Breathwork series to sign up for. 

In this insightful episode, Shannon Rollins welcomes Dr. Bhawna Malik to explore the powerful link between stress and fertility. They dive into the science behind how chronic stress can disrupt hormonal balance and share practical tips to nurture emotional well-being on the fertility journey. Dr. Malik brings her professional background in reproductive health to the conversation, and Shannon offers personal stories for anyone seeking clarity and support.

If you’re curious about how to optimize fertility through mind-body practices, nutrition, and lifestyle changes—or simply want to learn more about stress management—this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and resources.

1. Meet Dr. Bhawna Malik

   • Dr. Malik’s professional background in fertility and reproductive health.
   • How she became passionate about a holistic approach that blends medical and lifestyle interventions.

2. Stress & Hormonal Balance

   • Why chronic stress can disrupt fertility (cortisol’s role, hormone imbalances, etc.).
   • Common misconceptions: “Just relax” vs. evidence-based stress reduction techniques.

3. Heart-Brain Coherence & Emotional Resilience

   • Explanation of heart-brain coherence and how it improves overall well-being.
   • Simple daily practices to align the mind and body for better emotional regulation.

4. Lifestyle Factors Influencing Fertility

   • Nutritional guidelines and foods that may support hormonal health.
   • Balancing exercise routines with adequate rest and recovery.
   • Importance of quality sleep in regulating hormonal cycles.

5. Holistic & Medical Perspectives

   • Dr. Malik’s integrative approach: when to seek medical support, testing, or treatments.
   • Complementary therapies (e.g., prenatal yoga, meditation, or acupuncture) and their potential impact on fertility.

6. Practical Stress-Management Strategies

   • Shannon’s go-to techniques for daily stress reduction (journaling, affirmations, breathwork).
   • Dr. Malik’s professional recommendations for building resilience over time.

7. Personal Stories & Listener Questions

   • Real-life examples illustrating how stress reduction contributed to successful pregnancies.
   • Addressing common listener concerns about the emotional toll of fertility challenges.

• Website: https://www.yestopregnancy.com/
• Social Media:
  • Instagram: @yestopregnancy
• Clinic or Practice Info: [Location or contact details]

• Website: https://www.shannonrollinshypnosis.com/
• Social Media:
  • Instagram:@shannonprollins

• [00:00] Introduction & Welcome
• [01:45] Dr. Malik’s Background & Journey into Fertility Medicine
• [06:20] Exploring the Stress-Hormone-Fertility Link
• [12:00] Understanding Heart-Brain Coherence with Shannon
• [18:15] Lifestyle Hacks: Nutrit

In this insightful episode of The Awakened Mind Podcast, host Shannon Rollins welcomes Kristina Grabnickas, a Sleep Expert and Nurse Practitioner, to discuss the critical role of sleep in overall health and well-being. Together, they explore practical techniques to improve sleep quality, the science behind sleep cycles, and how anxiety, technology, and daily habits impact our rest.

Kristina also shares her personal journey of overcoming sleep challenges during cancer recovery and the profound impact of gratitude and positivity in healing. The conversation extends to children’s sleep habits, offering valuable parenting insights on fostering healthier routines for kids.

If you’ve ever struggled with restless nights, fatigue, or sleep anxiety, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you reclaim your rest.

✅ Sleep is often overlooked in self-care discussions.
✅ Anxiety levels are rising, significantly impacting sleep quality.
✅ Establishing a consistent bedtime routine is crucial for better sleep.
✅ Sleep deprivation can lead to serious long-term health issues.
✅ Gratitude and a positive mindset play a key role in healing.
✅ Children’s sleep habits are highly influenced by technology.
✅ A calm and comfortable sleep environment promotes deep rest.
✅ Sleep has a direct impact on mental health and emotional well-being.
✅ Short naps can enhance memory and cognitive function.
✅ Sleep is a pillar of health, just as important as nutrition and exercise.

💬 "Establish a bedtime routine—it’s one of the simplest ways to improve sleep quality."
💬 "Sleep impacts your relationships, mood, and ability to handle stress."
💬 "Prioritizing sleep is prioritizing your health."

📌 00:00 – Introduction to Sleep Issues
📌 06:16 – Expanding the Focus: Caretakers and Sleep
📌 16:43 – Establishing a Sleep Routine
📌 24:35 – Healing Through Positivity and Gratitude
📌 33:34 – Technology's Impact on Sleep
📌 39:04 – Promoting Healthy Sleep Habits in Children
📌 46:49 – The Awakened Mind Outro

Kristina is the founder of Sleep For The Soul, where she helps individuals reclaim their sleep and well-being through personalized coaching. She is also the author of Milda the Magic Moon, a beautifully written children's book that introduces young readers to the magic of sleep through gentle guidance and mindfulness techniques. This book is a great resource for parents looking to create peaceful bedtime routines for their children.

📖 Learn more: Sleep For The Soul

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In this episode of the Awakened Mind podcast, host Shannon Rollins interviews mental health counselor Josh Katib about adult ADHD. They discuss the rise in awareness and acceptance of ADHD, Josh's personal journey with the diagnosis, and the symptoms associated with it. The conversation also touches on the impact of pop psychology, myths surrounding ADHD, and practical skills for managing symptoms, including mindfulness and meditation techniques. Josh emphasizes the importance of understanding ADHD as a neurodevelopmental issue and encourages listeners to seek professional help for accurate diagnosis and support.

Takeaways

• ADHD awareness has increased significantly in recent years.
• Josh's personal experience with ADHD led him to help others.
• ADHD symptoms can overlap with other mental health issues.
• Mindfulness and meditation can help manage ADHD symptoms.
• ADHD is often misunderstood as a lack of intelligence.
• Emotional dysregulation is a key component of ADHD.
• Proper diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment.
• ADHD can manifest differently in adults compared to children.
• Diet and lifestyle play a significant role in managing ADHD.
• Resources like Attitude Magazine can provide valuable information.

 Sound Bites

• "I need to learn more about this."
• "ADHD is a neurodevelopmental issue."
• "ADHD is not a matter of intellect."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Adult ADHD

07:38 The Rise of ADHD Awareness

16:46 Myths and Misconceptions about ADHD

26:45 

Episode Summary
In this first episode of the Anxiety Relief series, Shannon Rollins dives deep into the nature of anxiety, breaking down its mental, physical, and behavioral components. She explores the concept of anxiety as a result of a dysregulated nervous system and dispels common myths, such as anxiety being purely genetic. Shannon shares practical strategies for anxiety relief, including mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and somatic techniques, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, patience, and self-compassion on the path to healing. This episode is packed with tools and insights to help listeners navigate their journey toward emotional balance and personal growth.

Keywords
Anxiety relief, dysregulated nervous system, hypnotherapy, mental health, self-healing, emotional awareness, anxiety management, mindfulness, somatics, personal growth

Takeaways

• Anxiety is often the result of a dysregulated nervous system.
• Understanding the three components of anxiety—mind, body, and behavior—can aid in its management.
• Thoughts play a crucial role in triggering and sustaining anxiety.
• The body physically responds to anxiety, often storing trauma and stress.
• Behavioral patterns can unintentionally amplify anxiety symptoms.
• Myths about anxiety, such as it being purely genetic, are misleading.
• Identifying underlying emotions is key to addressing the root causes of anxiety.
• Practical techniques like mindfulness and hypnotherapy can effectively manage anxiety.
• Self-awareness and emotional understanding are foundational to self-healing.
• Healing is a personal, patient journey that thrives on self-compassion.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Anxiety Relief Series
• 03:24 Understanding Anxiety: Definitions and Misconceptions
• 06:43 The Three Parts of Anxiety: Mind, Body, and Behavior
• 09:33 The Role of Thoughts and Somatics in Anxiety
• 12:51 Identifying and Addressing Root Causes of Anxiety
• 15:43 Common Myths About Anxiety
• 18:38 Practical Tips for Managing Anxiety
• 21:40 Conclusion and Next Steps
• 26:02 The Awakened Mind Outro

Sound Bites

• "Anxiety is fear."
• "The body keeps the score."
• "Awareness is that first step."

Call to Action
Start your anxiety relief journey today by exploring powerful tools like hypnotherapy and mindfulness. Visit ShannonRollins Hypnosis to book a session or download free resources. Follow Shannon on Instagram @shannonprollins for daily inspiration and insights.

Connect With Shannon

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• Website: Shannon Rollins Hypnosis
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What if the way you see money has everything to do with how you value yourself?

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Jessica Sherrill (@homelendingwithjess) to explore the deep connection between past traumas, self-worth, and your financial mindset. Together, we uncover how limiting beliefs about money take root in childhood experiences and why healing those beliefs is the key to financial freedom.

Jessica shares her personal journey of overcoming scarcity thinking, building self-worth, and creating wealth—all while learning to respect money as an extension of personal value.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How your past experiences shape your relationship with money.
• Why self-worth is the foundation of financial abundance.
• The common limiting beliefs about wealth and how to break them.
• Practical steps to heal your money story and embrace abundance.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, guilty, or overwhelmed when it comes to money, this episode is for you. It’s time to rewrite your money story and claim the abundance you deserve!

Connect with Jessica Sherrill:
Instagram: @homelendingwithjess

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