The Mindful Evolution Podcast

Episode 22

In this episode, Taylor Sleaford and I discuss the importance of men's work and women's work and how embracing our whole, mature selves can beautifully transform our lives and relationships. We'll uncover the challenges men face with the 'too much' wound—learning to trust and open up to their emotions, which not only heals them but also strengthens their connections with their brothers and within relationships. For women, we discuss the struggles of feeling unseen and unsupported in their vulnerabilities, and how this can shape their independence & authentic expression. This episode is all about nurturing self-leadership and cultivating a deep, trusting relationship with oneself so you can enhance your relationships with others. We also talk about how to feel more supported and how to use your discernment when leaning on others.We share strategies for self-regulating, creating grounding environments and managing triggers. This conversation is an important one! 

Key topics of conversation: 

Guest Spotlight: Taylor Sleaford is a multi-faceted Life and Leadership Coach, Mentor, and Men’s Work Facilitator with a background in Strength and Conditioning. With experience coaching athletes at elite institutions like Clemson and Colorado State, Taylor’s journey evolved from physical training to helping individuals achieve holistic personal growth. His approach centers on guiding clients to clarity, authenticity, and purpose by addressing root causes rather than surface symptoms. Whether navigating relationships, leadership, or life transitions, Taylor meets clients where they are, offering personalized support to help them step into their most empowered selves.

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Episode 21

In this unique episode of the Mindful Evolution podcast, I have a profound conversation with my friend and seasoned meditator Ben Duffy. We chat about the transformative nature of death, spirituality, and the power of personal narratives. We explore the themes of connecting with nature, and the transformative power of pain. We reflect on how meditation, spirituality, and engaging with trauma can help us see the world beyond the material and foster deeper relationships with ourselves and the world around us. We also discuss psychedelics as healing medicine, the integration of Eastern philosophies with Western ideas, and the importance of re-enchanting one's relationship with the world. This conversation also emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence, personal growth, and authenticity to meet societal and technological challenges.

Key topics of conversation: 

•⁠  ⁠Re-Enchanting Your Relationship with the World

•⁠  ⁠The Power of Narratives and Personal Stories

•⁠  ⁠Navigating Trauma and personal Healing

•⁠  ⁠Changing Yourself to Change the World

•⁠  ⁠The Impact of Psychedelics and Meditation

•⁠  ⁠Embracing Fear, Death & Freedom

•⁠  ⁠The Beauty of Impermanence

•⁠  ⁠The Role of Suffering in Growth

•⁠  ⁠The Power of Community and Connection

Guest Spotlight: Ben Duffy is a passionate man with many deep curiosities. Ben is currently a student of Naropa Universities Clinical Mental Health Masters program with a concentration in Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology. Ben holds powerful wisdom around Integrating buddhism, meditation, and numerous other lesser known practices into the western view of the mind and mental health.

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Episode 20

In this episode of the Mindful Evolution podcast, your host Leah Drew discusses the concept of 'edges' and how they represent opportunities for personal growth and self-awareness. Leah shares her own experience of navigating her edges and elaborates on the importance of finding a balance between pushing past one's comfort zone and not overexerting oneself. Through practical examples, Leah encourages listeners to identify and explore their own edges, emphasizing the transformative power of confronting fears and embracing new experiences. The episode also touches on how Leah supports her clients in finding and expanding their edges to raise their personal ceilings and achieve new levels of empowerment.

Key topics of conversation: Exploring personal edges, challenges as growth opportunities, practical examples of pushing edges, and the benefit of pushing & embrace your edges.

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In this episode of the Mindful Evolution Podcast, Leah Drew is joined by Lauren DeMarco, a former social worker and trauma therapist who has transitioned into a ‘soul worker' for sensitive CEOs. Lauren shares her journey of aligning with her soul's purpose and overcoming significant challenges to step into her role as a soul worker and help others do the same. We explore important topics around creating this conscious “new world” or “new earth”as many people refer to it as. We discussed the paradigm shift happening with the rise of consciousness around us amongst many other important topics around stewarding this New Earth. We also discussed the important things Robert F. Kennedy Jr is bringing forwards in the upcoming 2024 presidential election.

Key topics of conversation: Finding your soul-work, honoring your authenticity, embracing a spirit-led journey, being a permission slip for others, transcending the training of society, risk taking, self-ownership, the importance of community, consciously raising children, 2024 Presidential election.

Guest Spotlight:

Lauren DeMarco is a Soul Worker & Co-Creative Coach for Sensitive CEO's. She help professionals release ancestral burdens and embrace their highest Light-Worker magic. She had the sacred opportunity to mentor, counsel and consult with many talented professionals who have gone from worn-out and constantly self-questioning to spiritually embodied and centered.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurendemarcocoaching1111/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Lauren-DeMarco-Co-Creative-Life-Coaching/ 

Website:  https://laurendemarcocoaching.com/ 

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Episode 18

In this episode of the Mindful Evolution Podcast, Leah Drew dives deep with Heike Yates, a fitness, nutrition, and mindset coach. They explore holistic health approaches, the importance of integrating the mind and body, and the transformative power of movement and breath. Heike shares her personal journey with fitness and how she helps others embrace a more mindful way of living to reach their health & life goals. We discuss the significance of kindness, self-acceptance, and slowing down to foster a more mindful approach to the way we live, heal & evolve.

Summary:

01:07 Introducing Heike: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset Coach

02:20 Heike's Journey into Fitness and Teaching

06:09 The Power of Dance and Movement

08:40 Discovering Pilates and Yoga

14:34 The Importance of Mindfulness

19:09 Intuitive and Personalized Training

26:27 Creating a Safe and Trusting Environment

28:40 Shifting Focus from Appearance to Health Centered

29:11 Exploring the Emotional Roots of Weight Loss

30:30 Mind-Body Connection in Movement

32:40 Challenges Women Face in Weight Loss

36:02 The Influence of Your Childhood 

38:57 Anxiety and Stress In Current Society

43:35 The Power of Movement and Breath

52:12 Mindfulness and Slowing Down

Guest Spotlight:

Heike Yates is a Fitness, Nutrition & Mindset Coach, owner of Pursue your spark & HEYlifetraining pilates studio & Host of the Pursue your Park Podcast. She helps women in midlife often feel stuck in their health, fitness, and mindset approaches and what to do next in their journey into the second half of life. Heike helps them see the bigger picture of what's next for them and what they can do to follow their dreams.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pursueyourspark/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIeOesGLGAOD5RhI2KYjcA 

Website:  https://heikeyates.com/ 

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pursue-your-spark-midlife-fitness-nutrition-mindset/id1231586317 

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Episode 17

In this episode of the Mindful Evolution Podcast, your host Leah Drew sits down with OBGYN Nathan Riley to delve into the sacred journey of childbirth. They discuss women's health, women’s empowerment, and reclaiming sovereignty over the body while emphasizing the importance of community support and vulnerability through the journey of life. This episode explores spirituality, womens work, the creative power women hold, and the importance of using your voice & speaking your truth. This conversation also highlights the importance of men supporting women and the value of authentic self-expression. 

Summary:

02:32 Nathan's Vulnerable Share About Recent Challenges

05:14 The Emotional Impact of Pregnancy Loss

08:14 The Importance of Community Support

19:45 Men's Role in the Grieving Process

23:36 The Power of Vulnerability and Connection

36:15 The Creative Potential of the Womb

43:52 Tuning into Intuition

44:34 The Hat Story: A Lesson in Intuition

46:51 The Unshakable Woman

47:52 Advocating for Yourself in Childbirth

50:01 Healing Deep Feminine Wounds

52:07 The Importance of Sisterhood Support

54:46 The Power of Presence and Listening

01:00:49 Chanting Practice for Emotional Expression

01:07:35 The Concept of Surrender

01:13:13 The Sacredness of Childbirth

Guest Spotlight:

Dr. Nathan Riley, OBGYN, is a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist living in Louisville, KY.. He is dual-board-certified in allopathic medicine, and brings in tools from other modalities like functional medicine and nutrition, exercise science, anthroposophic medicine, lifestyle coaching, and midwifery to optimize the care of his clients. He advocates for and supports out-of-hospital birth along with upholding the midwifery model of care, which he believes could and should be the default birthing option for 85% or more of women in the United States.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanrileyobgyn/?hl=en 

Tiktok:https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanrileyobgyn

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theholisticobgynpodcast 

Website:  https://www.belovedholistics.com/ 

Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holistic-obgyn-podcast/id1587588456 

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Episode 16

In this episode of the Mindful Evolution Podcast, your host Leah Drew explores the profound impact of generational trauma on our wellbeing. Leah discusses the impact of suppressed emotions and unprocessed grief that impact generational health. She explains how your ancestors’ experiences influence the genetic expression and health of future generation. Leah reflects on her personal experiences and offers insights into how listeners can begin their own ancestral healing journey.

Summary:

01:07 Diving into Generational Trauma

04:58 Understanding Epigenetics and Gene Expression

06:37 A Client's Journey

13:23 Suppression Of Your Voice

17:25 The Power of Awareness in Healing

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Episode 15

Becoming Resilient: Overcoming The Trauma Of Human Trafficking w/ Amanda Blackwood

In this deeply moving episode of the Mindful Evolution Podcast, your host Leah Drew speaks with Amanda Blackwood, an author, podcast host, and survivor of human trafficking. Amanda shares her personal experiences with human trafficking exposing some very real truths. In this episode we discuss the physical, mental, and emotional tolls that trauma has had on Amanda’s life as well as how she has channeled her experiences into an outlet of creation through art & writing. Amanda discusses the importance of forgiveness, understanding trauma, and finding strength within oneself to persevere in the face of challenge. The episode serves as a powerful reminder of the resiliency of the human spirit and the importance of seeking support along the healing journey. 

Summary:

In this episode, Leah and Amanda discuss the following key topics:

00:00 Introduction

01:07 Introducing Amanda Blackwood

03:25 Amanda's Early Life and Traumatic Experiences

06:00 Understanding Human Trafficking

07:28 Amanda's First Trafficking Experience

10:49 Escape and Survivor's Guilt

19:24 A New Life in California

22:28 The Scotland Ordeal

39:56 Losing Friendships 

41:19 Becoming Famous on a Pornography Website

42:08 Seeking Help and Finding a Therapist

43:52 Writing a Book and Starting to Paint

45:31 Selling Art and Finding Love

46:27 Navigating Trauma and Finding Strength

59:07 Physical Impact of Trauma

01:03:13 Forgiveness and Healing

01:13:58 Final Thoughts and Advice

Guest Spotlight:

Amanda Blackwood is an accomplished artist and author, public speaker, podcast host, trauma recovery mentor and a survivor of human trafficking. Amanda has spoken on a multitude of stages, international summits, radio programs, and has published over a dozen books. She launched two podcasts - one that focuses on interviewing other authors of trauma, and the other that discusses the long term consequences of trauma and how to fight back for a better life. A portion of every book sale goes to help fight human trafficking. Amanda lives in Denver, Colorado with her rescue cats and supportive husband.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaBlackwoodSurvivor/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detailedpieces/?hl=en 

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Episode 14

Introduction:

In this episode of The Mindful Evolution Podcast, your host Leah Drew speaks with Franklin Taggart, a life, business, and career coach who values creativity as a cornerstone of his clients’ lives. They discuss the significance of self-inquiry and embracing challenging experiences in personal development. Franklin shares his powerful journey through entrepreneurship, creativity, self-awareness, and spiritual growth, touching upon his struggles, breakthroughs, and insights along the way. Leah delves into the concept of 'shadows', urging listeners to face these darker parts of themselves to move toward authentic alignment. The conversation touches on the paradox of using will and surrender in achieving alignment, offers insights into entrepreneurship as a spiritual journey, and emphasizes the transformative power of honesty and self-acceptance in achieving personal evolution.

Summary:

01:08 Guest Introduction: Franklin Taggart

02:17 Franklin's Journey into Entrepreneurship

07:32 The Struggles and Realizations of Franklin's Early Career

13:14 The Spiritual Path of Entrepreneurship

17:11 The Mirror of Entrepreneurship: Self-Inquiry and Transformation

21:45 The Challenges of Entrepreneurship and Overcoming Personal Limitations

24:20 Authenticity and Integrity in Entrepreneurship

33:40 Franklin's Personal Experience with Shame and Self-Sacrifice

35:33 The Power of Belief and Self-Discovery

37:28 Liberation through Shadow Work

40:04 The Power of Choice and Changing Patterns

47:40 The Role of Creativity in Self-Expression and Healing

53:59 The Paradox of Willpower and Surrender

01:00:11 The Power of Being Present and Open

Guest Spotlight:

Franklin helps creatives in the process of business planning, audience development, and professional direction. In addition to his music career, Franklin has owned several small businesses, and he continues to explore new business opportunities. His interests in the past few years have included online course production, content marketing, conferencing technology, and social media storytelling. Franklin is an in demand speaker and presenter, and he facilitates Full Reset renewal retreats for individuals and groups in Northern Colorado.

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/franklintaggartcoaching/ 

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/franklintaggart/?hl=en 

Website: https://www.franklintaggart.com/ 

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Introduction:

In this episode of the Mindful Evolution Podcast, your host Leah Drew discusses the concept of the Priestess Path with her friend Riya Rose. Riya outlines the concept of embodiment, its interconnectedness with holistic health, emotional resilience, trauma healing, and self-development. Riya and Leah delve into their personal experiences navigating between spiritual realms and physical realities as part of their individual healing journeys. They further discuss the importance of fiercely embodying feminine energy, and how they have experienced this as an unwinding from established societal norms. They emphasize the transformational initiation processes one undergoes during healing and growth, focusing on the essential role of plant medicines in each of their journeys. Leah and Riya place strong emphasis on deepening one's connection to their body and to nature as critical aspects of collective societal healing and growth.

Summary:

01:07 Guest Introduction: Riya Rose, the Embodied Priestess

02:41 Understanding the Role of a Priestess

04:46 Misinterpretations of the Priestess Role

10:40 The Journey of Becoming a Priestess

13:50 The Power of Plant Medicines and Spiritual Realignment

17:48 Embracing the Wild Feminine

22:59 The Seven-Year Cycles of Women's Lives

24:49 The Power of Archetypal Work

26:05 Changing Ancestral Lines

28:08 The Importance of Embodiment

28:53 The Journey of Spiritual Awakening

29:24 The Role of Yoga and Meditation

31:14 The Power of Intuition

32:25 The Importance of Communication with the Body

36:37 The Holistic Approach to Health and Wellness

44:04 The Power of Plant Medicines

48:21 The Challenges Faced by Society

50:09 Conclusion: The Importance of Connection and Embodiment

Guest Spotlight:

Riya Rose, a lifelong spiritual seeker, has dedicated over 15 years to deep study and practice. As a Clinical Herbalist, E-500 Registered yoga teacher, Priestess, and Ceremonialist, she channels her extensive knowledge and experience to empower others on their transformative journeys. Through her leadership in numerous workshops, the development of impactful trainings, and her one-on-one guidance, Riya has guided countless individuals to embrace an embodied and empowered way of life.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theembodiedpriestess/ 

Website: https://www.wellnesspriestess.com/ 

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