The Phoenix Perspective Podcast

In this Phoenix Unscripted reflection, I find myself thinking about the elements—earth, water, fire, and air—and the mysterious fifth element that ties them all together.

Sometimes the insights that shape us don’t come from formal teachings. They arrive through songs, movies, memories, and quiet moments where something suddenly clicks.

In the summer of 2025, while listening to music and rewatching The Fifth Element, I found myself reflecting on something deeper: the idea that love is the force that brings everything into balance.

In the film, the elements alone weren’t enough to stop the darkness. Even the supreme being couldn’t act until love activated the whole system.

And maybe our lives work the same way.

In this reflection beside the fire, I explore the idea that we often forget who we are—and sometimes it takes another person, a song, a story, or a moment of connection to help us remember.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The symbolism of the elements and the mysterious “fifth element”
• Why love may be the force that binds body, soul, and purpose together
• How the people around us help reflect our light back to us
• Why remembering our purpose can be difficult in a world that feels chaotic
• The importance of community and connection for those walking a path of awakening

Sometimes remembering who we are doesn’t happen alone.

Sometimes it happens when someone else reminds us.

So settle in, take a breath, and join me beside the fire.

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Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power. 

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Season 2 of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast is coming May 16, 2026.

Rising In Real Life is a season about what happens when women stop hiding their experiences, start listening to their bodies, and begin living with deeper intention, awareness, and self-trust.

In this trailer, you’ll hear powerful moments from this season’s conversations on womanhood, healing, nervous system regulation, menstrual cycle awareness, identity shifts, emotional wellness, and the courage it takes to reclaim yourself in a world that taught women to disconnect from their bodies.

This season explores the real-life application of cyclical living and feminine-led wellness—not as perfection, but as practice.

If you’ve ever felt isolated in your experience, disconnected from your body, ashamed of your emotions, or unsure how to navigate the changes happening within you… this season is for you.

Welcome to Rising In Real Life.

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💖 Kori

In this deeply personal Phoenix Unscripted reflection recorded in 2024, I share a story that has quietly shaped much of my life: the belief that I wasn’t good enough.

Sometimes those beliefs don’t arrive all at once.

They form slowly, moment by moment—through experiences, comments, expectations, and disappointments that leave tiny imprints on our identity.

A missed opportunity.
A message about your body.
A voice of authority telling you who you are.

Over time, those moments can begin to form a story that runs quietly in the background of our lives.

In this reflection beside the fire, I revisit some of the moments that planted that belief in me—from teenage disappointments to early experiences in the military—and the realization that I’ve spent years chasing a version of myself that always felt just out of reach.

But on that day, something inside me shifted.

I realized I’m tired of carrying that story.

And maybe the only way forward is to start pulling those weeds out of the garden of my life—one belief at a time.

In this reflection, we explore:

• How the belief “I’m not good enough” can take root over time
• The subtle ways institutions and authority figures shape our identity
• What it feels like to chase a version of yourself that always seems out of reach
• Why unlearning old beliefs is a slow, intentional process
• The moment we decide we’re done carrying the weight of those stories

This episode isn’t about fixing anything.

It’s simply an honest reflection about the stories we carry—and what it might look like to finally set some of them down.

So take a breath, settle in, and join me beside the fire.

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Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power.

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In this Phoenix Unscripted reflection, I sit beside the fire and explore a question that’s been on my mind lately: where does our energy actually come from?

We often hear spiritual teachings that say energy is infinite and doesn’t come from the physical world. But as someone who works closely with the body, I’ve been reflecting on the truth that our energy is more complex than that.

We are both earth and spirit.

Our bodies generate energy from the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the sunlight stored in the plants that nourish us. But we also have another kind of energy — the spark that comes from creativity, purpose, excitement, and connection to something larger than ourselves.

In this reflection, I share a recent experience that reminded me how powerful that energetic spark can be… and why a truly vibrant life requires caring for both sources of energy.

This isn’t a teaching episode.
It’s simply a reflection on what it means to feel alive.

In this conversation beside the fire, we explore:

• Why energy is such an essential part of living a vibrant life
• The difference between the body’s physical energy and our energetic spark
• Why denying the body cuts us off from an important source of vitality
• How creativity, joy, and connection can awaken another kind of energy
• Why both the physical and energetic sides of ourselves deserve care

If you’ve ever noticed that certain experiences leave you feeling completely alive — even when you’re tired — this reflection might resonate.

So take a breath, settle in, and join me beside the fire.

If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love what's happening inside the Red Tent Society. This is a space where women gather to rest, reconnect, and rise as Cyclical Beings.

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Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power.

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In this Phoenix Unscripted reflection, I sit beside the fire and follow a thread that has been quietly weaving through my life for decades.

It starts with my motorcycle named Lilith… and leads me into childhood memories of watching bats at dusk, filling notebooks with observations, and falling in love with creatures the world taught us to fear.

As I explore the mythology of Lilith and the dark feminine, I begin to notice something fascinating: the symbols, stories, and fascinations that shaped me as a child may have been breadcrumbs all along—little clues pointing me back toward who I truly am.

This episode isn’t a lesson or a teaching. It’s an invitation to pause and reflect.

Because sometimes the things that captured our imagination when we were young weren’t random at all.

They were reminders.

In this reflection, we explore:

• How childhood fascinations can hold clues about our deeper nature
• Why the “dark feminine” is often misunderstood and pushed into shadow
• The idea that our lives leave breadcrumbs guiding us back to ourselves
• The cycles of awakening and integration on a spiritual path
• A gentle question to help you reflect on the symbols and stories that shaped you

If you’ve ever felt drawn to certain stories, animals, myths, or archetypes without fully understanding why… this conversation might help you see those threads in a new way.

So settle in, take a breath, and join me beside the fire.

If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love what's happening inside the Red Tent Society. This is a space where women gather to rest, reconnect, and rise as Cyclical Beings.

Check out the Red Tent Society HERE.

Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power.

Follow The Phoenix Perspective Podcast so you don’t miss an episode, released every Moon Phase.

In this Phoenix Unscripted episode, I’m sitting beside the fire with you—unpolished, unplanned, and deeply honest.

What began as a quiet early-morning meditation turned into an unexpected conversation with my 12-year-old self and a layer of wounding I didn’t realize was still asking to be seen.

This reflection explores the moment many girls experience but rarely name: when the body changes, affection shifts, and something in the masculine—fathers, God, authority, safety—feels like it disappears.

I share how puberty, religion, and the sexualization of women’s bodies shaped an abandonment wound that echoed through my relationships, my spirituality, and my sense of self.

We talk about healing as a spiral, not a straight line. About reclaiming the body as sacred. About integrating—not rejecting—the divine masculine. And about the quiet power of inner child work, cyclical living, and compassionate self-witnessing.

This isn’t a teaching episode. It’s a remembering.

If you’ve ever felt abandoned by men, disconnected from the divine, or unsure where your belonging went—come sit by the fire with me.

You are not alone.

If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love what's happening inside the Red Tent Society. This is a space where women gather to rest, reconnect, and rise as Cyclical Beings.

Check out the Red Tent Society HERE.

Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power.

Follow The Phoenix Perspective Podcast so you don’t miss an episode, released every Moon Phase.

In this Phoenix Unscripted episode, Kori Rae Kovacs shares a personal reflection on cycle mindfulness, intentional living, and why honoring your menstrual cycle starts with awareness—not perfection.

What if the real beginning of hormone healing isn’t doing everything “right,” but simply paying attention?

In this episode, Kori explores the difference between cycle syncing and what she calls cycle mindfulness: bringing your cycle back to the forefront of your awareness each day and learning to respond to your body with presence, boundaries, and self-trust.

She shares how protecting her bleed phase became the doorway into deeper healing, how “Baby Bunny Day” revealed a repeating pattern of tenderness in her cycle, and why intentional support on sensitive days can change everything.

Inside this reflection:

• Why cycle mindfulness can be more powerful than trying to do cycle syncing perfectly
  
• How protecting your menstrual phase helps prevent burnout
  
• The importance of boundaries around your bleed
  
• What “Baby Bunny Day” is and how tracking patterns creates self-trust
  
• How intention brings your presence back into your daily life
  
• Why paying attention to your cycle is a form of healthcare
  

This is not a rigid how-to episode.

It’s a gentle reminder that your cycle is always speaking—and when you listen, you begin to care for yourself differently.

If you’ve been feeling burned out, disconnected from your body, or unsure where to begin with cyclical living, this conversation offers a softer starting point.

If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love what's happening inside the Red Tent Society. This is a space where women gather to rest, reconnect, and rise as Cyclical Beings.

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Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power. Follow The Phoenix Perspective Podcast so you don’t miss an episode, released every Moon Phase.

In this Phoenix Unscripted transmission, Kori Rae Kovacs reflects on purpose, presence, and what it truly means to be human.

Recorded during a quiet November sunrise, this deeply personal episode explores a simple but powerful question:

What if our purpose isn’t to hustle harder or achieve more… but to witness the miracle of being alive?

From the stillness of what she calls the “womb portal” — a reflective, inward season before her menstrual cycle begins — Kori shares an unfiltered reflection on slowing down, reconnecting to awe, and remembering why we’re here.

Inside this episode:

• The spiritual meaning of presence
• Finding purpose beyond productivity
• Slowing down in a hustle-driven culture
• The connection between nature, nervous system regulation, and peace
• Gaia, gratitude, and humanity’s role as witnesses of beauty
• Being vs. doing
  

This is not a teaching episode.

It’s a reflection. A transmission. A moment beside the fire.

If you’ve been questioning your purpose, feeling disconnected, or overwhelmed by modern life, this conversation invites you back to something simpler: presence, appreciation, and the quiet magic of being human.

Listen while walking, journaling, or watching a sunrise. And if this resonates, share it with someone who needs permission to slow down and remember why they’re here.

If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love what's happening inside the Red Tent Society. This is a space where women gather to rest, reconnect, and rise as Cyclical Beings.

Check out the Red Tent Society HERE.

Season 2: Rising in Real Life starts on the New Moon on May 16! 

This season, we’ll explore how women live, work, and lead once they stop abandoning their bodies and start waking up to their feminine power.

Follow The Phoenix Perspective Podcast so you don’t miss an episode, released every Moon Phase.

Season 1 Finale Episode!

Season one of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast is coming to a close, and in this finale episode, Kori Rae Kovacs reflects on the powerful themes, conversations, and transformations that shaped the first episodes.

From menstrual cycle awareness and body image healing to Phoenix stories, self-worth, feminine power, and the deep wisdom of the body, this season has been a journey of remembering what it means to live as a cyclical, intuitive, fully alive woman.

In this episode, Kori counts down the top 5 most-played episodes of season one, sharing meaningful clips and reflections from the conversations that resonated most deeply with listeners.

You’ll hear moments on:

• Headaches before your period and what your body may be asking for
• Healing body image and changing your inner dialogue
• Understanding your menstrual cycle and feminine energy
• The Phoenix archetype, surrender, and rebirth
• Self-worth, feminine power, and women rising together
  
  

Kori also shares why she’s taking a seasonal pause, what The Phoenix Unscripted will be during the break, and what listeners can expect in season two, which begins on May 16, 2026.

This episode is a celebration of how far we’ve come together — and an invitation to keep rising.

If this podcast has helped you feel more connected to your body, your healing, or your own becoming, please take a moment to rate and review the show. Your support helps more women find these conversations.

Thank you for being part of season one. Here’s to our next rising!

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Further Resources:

👉 Order your 2026 Cycles Journal© here: https://cyclicalroots.com/?ref=Sacredphoenix Don’t forget to use the coupon code SACREDPHOENIX to receive 10% off your purchase!

👉 Follow Kori on Instagram: Kori Rae Kovacs

👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

What happens when life doesn’t go the way you planned?

In this episode of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast, Kori Rae Kovacs talks with her longtime friend Lindsey Hastings about infertility grief, the emotional aftermath of ending fertility treatments, and how to rebuild self-trust when a deeply held dream changes.

Lindsey shares what it was like to live with the pressure of “one outcome,” how the language of success vs. failure in fertility care impacted her mental health, and the moment the grief became real—when the fertility medications left the fridge and the nursery plan had to change.

Together, Kori and Lindsey explore the connection between body shame, perfectionism (hello, eldest daughter energy), and how women learn to blame their bodies—especially after pregnancy loss or years of trying.

This conversation is for the woman who feels exhausted, disappointed, or alone in her fertility story—and wants a more compassionate way forward.

Lindsey also shares the practice that helped her reconnect with herself: reclaiming joy through movement, dance, and daily choices rooted in love.

• How to cope emotionally when fertility treatments don’t lead to a baby
• How to move through infertility grief and the “life you thought you’d have”
• Why your body isn’t broken—and how to change the inner dialogue
• The hidden toll of perfectionism and chronic “mom mode” on women’s health
• How joy, movement, and creativity can support healing after infertility

If this episode resonates, share it with a friend who’s navigating infertility, fertility grief, or pregnancy loss—and leave a review to help more women find this conversation.

How to connect with Lindsey Hastings:

• Follow Lindsey on TikTok: @its_lalaliving
• Follow Lindsey on Instagram: @its_lalaliving

If this episode resonates with you:

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Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori