In times of uncertainty, many of us feel disoriented — unsure of our roles, our medicine, or even what to call ourselves anymore. In this heartfelt, unscripted conversation, HeatherAsh sits down with longtime friend and teacher, Sarah Marshank, to explore what it means to live, lead, and practice in truly liminal times.

Together, they reflect on devotion and boredom, grief and meditation, and the courage it takes to stay present in the unknown. Rather than trying to fix what’s broken, they invite us into a deeper relationship with prayer, presence, and the timeless web of life that connects us all.

This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder that real transformation doesn’t come from control or certainty — it comes from listening, slowing down, and remembering who we are beneath our strategies. If you’re feeling exhausted or unsure, this conversation offers a grounded, compassionate place to rest and re-orient.

Episode Highlights:

1. Why so many helping professionals are in an identity crisis right now
2. The difference between fixing and listening
3. Liminal times as an invitation, not a problem to solve
4. How boredom, grief, and stillness restore inner energy
5. Devotion as conversation, not obligation
6. Why practice is a long-haul path, not a quick fix
7. Letting go of specialness and discovering true uniqueness
8. Learning to walk in the dark together without needing answers

Resources & Links:

1. Learn more about Sarah:https://selfistry.com/meet-sarah/
2. Michael Meade's Podcast Episode: Bringing Back the Light
3. Joanna Macy— Referenced for her teachings onThe Great Turning/ the “fourth turning,” which frame collapse and emergence as simultaneous processes within both individuals and collective systems.

Meet Sarah

Sarah Marshank is a spiritual cartographer for the modern human — a mystic with a map.

Rooted in ancient wisdom and sharpened by lived experience, she weaves the sacred and the practical into a system (Selfistry) that helps humans not just wake up — but show up. She's part monk, part mentor, part philosopher-poet, guiding high-achieving seekers to peel back the layers of identity, embrace the non-dual, and meet life with an integrated and embodied presence.

Whether leading retreats internationally, sparking inquiry in her clients, tending to her local community, or officiating weddings with reverence and wisdom, Sarah walks her talk. She’s not selling transformation — she’s offering a path to wholeness that doesn’t skip the mess.

HeatherAsh sits down with author and teacher, Michael Stone, to explore a compassionate, practical approach to trauma healing. Michael shares raw pieces of his story, from early childhood and family rupture to profound loss, and how those experiences became medicine for personal and collective awakening. We talk somatic work, ancestral repair, why “relating” matters more than “relationship,” and how community circles become engines of healing. If you’ve ever wondered where to start (or start again), this conversation offers a grounded path: soften, slow down, and let the body lead.

Episode Highlights:

• Trauma is intelligence, not pathology. It’s the nervous system’s adaptive way of keeping us safe, and healing means gently feeling what was once too overwhelming.
• The body leads the way. Somatic practices, not talk alone, open the door to repair and integration.
• Healing thrives in relationship. Circles and community dissolve shame, reveal “me too” moments, and accelerate growth.
• We inherit more than eye color. Ancestral and collective trauma live in us too, and healing them shifts the larger field.
• Start simple. Softening and slowing down through meditation, nature, or gentle embodiment, are powerful first steps.

Resources & Links:

• Michael's Website:https://www.welloflight.com
• Traumatized: A Love Story(book mentioned)
• Pocket Project / Social Witnessing (concept referenced by Michael)
• Family Constellations (Bert Hellinger; modality referenced)
• FiveRhythms / Gabrielle Roth (somatic movement lineage referenced)
• Contact Michael: [email protected]

In this episode of the Warrior Goddess Revolution, HeatherAsh Amara is joined by animal behavior expert, Jane Gerard, for a deeply moving conversation about trust, trauma, and transforming how we relate to animals—and ourselves. Jane shares her journey from surviving childhood violence to training dolphins and working with difficult dogs and horses, all through the lens of presence and positive reinforcement.

Together, they explore how traditional dominance-based training mirrors patriarchal conditioning, and why shifting to curiosity, creativity, and consent not only supports animals but rewires us, too. If you’ve ever questioned the way we train animals—or lead our lives—this episode invites you to slow down, listen deeper, and co-create a new way forward.

Episode Highlights:

1. How childhood trauma shaped Jane’s rejection of dominance-based animal training
2. The difference between positive reinforcement and obedience-based methods
3. Why your dog’s “bad behavior” isn’t defiance—it’s communication
4. How training animals helps us unlearn control and reconnect with presence
5. What circle training is and why it’s a game-changer for reactive dogs

Resources & Links:

About Jane Gerard: Growing up in the Bahamas, Jane developed a lifelong passion for animals through experiences like swimming in the ocean and riding horses. This early connection to animals inspired her journey to becoming a certified dog trainer, which took her from the Bahamas to the UK, where she studied horse training and stable management with the British Horse Society.

Jane has spent over 40 years honing her expertise as a certified dog trainer and master animal trainer on the global stage. Her professional certifications and practical experience make her one of the most qualified dog trainers in the region.

Learn more: https://www.janetrains.com/

In this powerful and refreshingly honest conversation, HeatherAsh reconnects with longtime friend and Spiritual Finance Initiative founder, Kerry Cudmore, to explore how we can rewrite our financial story from the inside out. Together, they discuss the emotional weight of money, the cultural taboos that breed shame, and how aligning our finances with our values can transform our lives.

Whether you’ve struggled with scarcity, overspending, over-saving, or simply avoiding your finances altogether, Kerry offers practical tools and compassionate wisdom to help you reimagine your relationship with money—no matter where you’re starting from.

Episode Highlights:

• Shame and secrecy around money
• Money as relationship
• Values-based wealth
• Rewriting financial conditioning
• The myth of “should” in money advice
• Spirituality + money

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about the Spiritual Finance Initiative
• Order your copy of Kerry’s book: A New Relationship with Money
• Connect with Kerry: https://linktr.ee/kerrycudmore

In this powerful and soul-nourishing conversation, HeatherAsh welcomes beloved teacher, osteopath, and shamanic guide, Cissi Williams, to the podcast. Together, they explore the profound teachings behind Cissi’s new book Your Heart Knows How to Heal You.

Cissi shares the deeply personal story of her spiritual awakening after a heart attack, and how it led her into the mythic, embodied landscape of healing through the feminine. From witnessing ancestral wounding in the chambers of her heart to receiving fierce guidance from the Norse goddesses, Cissi offers a brave and beautiful roadmap for transforming pain into power.

This episode is an invitation to stop trying to “fix” yourself—and instead begin listening with humility, reverence, and curiosity to the wisdom that already lives inside you.

Key Themes

1. Shamanic healing through the heart
2. Ancestral wisdom in the body
3. Feminine descent & rebirth
4. Myth as a guide for transformation
5. Listening to the soul, not fixing the self
6. Awakening the Wise Woman within
7. Surrender as spiritual practice

About Cissi

Cissi Williams is a Swedish-born Osteopath, Naturopath, and Shamanic Practitioner who bridges science and spirit through her work in energy medicine, mysticism, and Norse shamanic healing. Initiated as a Priestess of Freyja and Tradition Keeper of the Völva, she weaves together grounded bodywork, NLP, hypnosis, and soul-deep wisdom. 

With over 25,000 healing sessions and a widely loved podcast and body of written work, Cissi has guided hundreds of thousands to connect with their inner knowing. Her ancestral roots span the Sami people of Lapland, the Vikings, and the ancient Celts. She now lives with her husband and two daughters in a small village in the Cotswolds, England. Her new book, Your Heart Knows How to Heal You: The Sacred Medicine of the Four Chambers of the Heart, is available now.

Connect with Cissi

1. Get Cissi’s book: Your Heart Knows How to Heal You
2. Learn more about Cissi: www.cissiwilliams.com

In this heartfelt conversation, HeatherAsh is joined by Sarina and Mel for the second installment of their mini-series on conscious relationships. They dive deep into the realities of co-parenting, from navigating different parenting styles to setting boundaries with love. Mel and Sarina share how they’ve worked together to create a nurturing and dynamic family system, challenging societal norms and experimenting with new approaches to parenting.

Some of the topics covered include:

• Transitioning into a blended family after divorce
• The complexities of co-parenting with different household rules
• Teaching children emotional regulation and self-responsibility
• Embracing imperfection and letting go of traditional roles
• The power of community in raising children
• How to hold space for big emotions in a healthy way

Episode Highlights:

• How Serena stepped into a co-parenting role (04:15)
• Navigating different parenting styles and household rules (10:30)
• The importance of emotional regulation for both parents & kids (15:45)
• Creative parenting solutions: letting kids learn through natural consequences (22:20)
• Rethinking traditional family roles and expectations (28:40)
• How Warrior Goddess teachings influence their parenting approach (35:10)
• Parenting wins, failures, and learning moments (42:00)
• Final insights and advice for co-parents (50:00)

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about Warrior Goddess teachings: www.warriorgoddess.com
• Have questions? Contact us at [email protected]

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In this deeply personal episode of Warrior Goddess Revolution, Rachel Wacaster shares her powerful journey of leaving the Mormon Church, navigating a relationship with an addict, and ultimately finding healing, freedom, and love. She opens up about overcoming fear, embracing self-worth, and creating a life on her own terms. Tune in for wisdom, resilience, and inspiration.

Episode Highlights:

• Rachel Wacaster’s journey from devout Mormonism to spiritual liberation (06:30)
• The pivotal moment that led her to leave the church and redefine her beliefs (12:45)
• Navigating a marriage with an addict and choosing self-preservation (22:10)
• The power of community and Warrior Goddess teachings in healing (33:15)
• Finding love again: Setting boundaries and honoring self-worth (45:00)
• Advice for those considering stepping away from a religious or structured belief system (51:40)
• How Rachel supports others in transition and transformation (59:20)

About Rachel Wacaster:

Rachel Wacaster is a seasoned yoga instructor, spiritual coach, and dedicated facilitator of personal transformation. She holds an E-RYT 500 certification with over a decade of teaching experience and is a Master Trainer with YogaFit. A Certified Warrior Goddess Facilitator and Leadership Team member, Rachel supports women in their healing journeys through Warrior Goddess and Warrior Heart practices. She has also expanded her expertise with certifications in astrology, life and spiritual coaching, and Ayurvedic lifestyle coaching. Passionate about continuous learning, Rachel integrates these modalities to help others cultivate self-discovery, empowerment, and transformation.

Resources & Links:

• Get Rachel Wacaster’s book Creating My Own Path: Lessons from Leaving the Mormon Church and Loving an Addict 📖: https://www.amazon.com/Creating-My-Own-Path-Lessons/dp/B0DKJXJK58
• Connect with Rachel: https://creatingmyownpath.com/

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In this episode of Warrior Goddess Revolution, HeatherAsh Amara interviews Michelle MacEwan, a practitioner of shamanism and land stewardship. They explore their deep connection through shared roots, shamanic traditions, and the importance of living in harmony with nature. 

Michelle shares stories of her life in Australia, her spiritual connection to the land, and her work with wildlife, particularly rescuing wallabies. Together, they delve into the themes of unity consciousness, simplicity, ancestral wisdom, and how shamanism shapes their practices in self-love and stewardship.

Key Themes:

• Shamanism & Unity Consciousness
• Living in harmony with the wild
• Self-love & stewardship of the land
• Spiritual connections between Australia and Ireland

Tune in to hear how these two Warrior Goddesses draw inspiration from nature and their ancestral roots.

About Michelle

Michelle is a spiritual guide and teacher with natural healing abilities. She is an international speaker, environmental activist and storyteller with over thirty years experience leading retreats, guiding groups and working with individuals (entrepreneurs, business leaders, activists, creatives and those who are discovering their pathway) towards a deeper wisdom. 

Along with her husband, Michelle also runs a wildlife rescue shelter to care for and rehabilitate injured and orphaned animals. Michelle’s work with wildlife is part of her greater mission to raise awareness about the wild and our place in nature. Michelle helps you discover, or evolve, your own unique pathway with wonder, grace and deepening resolve to come back to your unique place in the natural world. Making our own unique spiritual pathway central to all we do – this is the way forward in the times in which we find ourselves. 

Connect with Michelle MacEwan

Instagram: @MichelleMacEwan

Website: https://www.michellemacewan.com.au/

During this bite-size interview with Warrior Goddesses, Mel and Sarina, we explore how these two humans met at a Warrior Goddess event, fell in love over months of courting, and then learned how to navigate a whole new river of Life together.

This is Part 1 of a series we'll be doing on how they co-parent, partner intimately, and jump naked into the River of Life together. We talk about the wild way they handle challenging decisions when they're both decision-fatigued, the willingness to show up in conflict resolution together, and the wise ways of being in community together and feel wholeheartedly supported.

During this deep dialogue with Banafsheh Sayyad, we explore what it means to commune with the divine, free yourself from the inside out, and let go of the weight of the world's expectations. I ask her about her process of leading people through different forms of sacred dance and being in their bodies. We talk about attending to your body, moving your emotions out, and the transformation that can happen when you show up for yourself committed to all the parts of who you are.

Meet Banafsheh

Banafsheh is a master sacred dancer and living legend. She has dedicated her life to empowering people around the world to embody love.

Her students regard her as a highly accessible and profound spiritual teacher. An inspiring example of radiant embodiment, her teaching is considered life changing.

Audiences experience her as a Sufi priestess, bringing the presence and power of ancient priestesses to life through her dynamic performances.

You can join her next program here.