Animism Simplified

A reflective exploration of Dirt Witch by Atulya K. Bingham, this episode weaves together themes of self-discovery, spiritual integrity, and the living intelligence of the natural world. Laura Giles reflects on what it means to live authentically in a culture that often pulls us away from our true nature, and how the land itself can guide us back home.Through personal stories and insights inspired by the book Dirt Witch, the conversation opens into animism, interconnectedness, and the quiet but powerful wisdom that arises when we listen deeply to the earth. This is an invitation to remember our belonging, to question inherited narratives of separation, and to sense the possibility of an emerging animist revival rooted in relationship, reverence, and truth.Ideal for seekers, nature mystics, spiritual wanderers, and anyone longing to reconnect with the living world—both within and around them.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dirt Witch and Animism02:30T he Journey of Self-Discovery and Connection to Nature05:35 The Importance of Authenticity and Risk09:20 Lessons from Nature and the Power of Belonging13:11 Integrity, Boundaries, and Realness16:57 Interconnectedness and the Language of Nature19:02 Awakening to the Power of Twilight and Living AuthenticallyNew to animism? These videos are for you! Start here.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQTjP9VALyDQc7RPYSw9A1rx5ukfI42Lb~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Join our tribe! You're welcome here.https://www.myfantasia.netLaura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure!For more information about Laura Giles, see her websites at https://linktr.ee/lauragilesBumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

Did you know that emotional safety is key to authentic connection? In our first podcast of 2026, we explore how creating safe spaces allows us to let our guards down and be truly seen. Imagine a world where you can express your true self without fear! What steps are you taking to create emotional safety in your life? Share below! Subscribe for more tips like this: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvISmeJ5AnloEqWtOCv5Ww/?sub_confirmation=1New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQTjP9VALyDQc7RPYSw9A1rx5ukfI42Lb~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Join our tribe! You're welcome here.https://myfantasia.netLaura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure!For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at http://www.lauragiles.net . To work with Laura, go to http://lauragiles.org.Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

What if your cat is more than just a pet—what if it's a healer, a guide, or even a cosmic messenger? In this captivating conversation, renowned cat whisperer Sylvie Sterling reveals the hidden spiritual roles cats play in our lives. From telepathic communication to the starseed connection, Sylvie shares her personal journey, the archetypes cats embody, and how they help us align with our soul's purpose. Whether you're a lifelong cat lover or simply curious about the mystical bond between humans and animals, this video will open your heart—and your mind. Stay to the end to learn how you can become a cat communicator too.Guest: Sylvie Sterlinghttps://www.sylviesterling.comChapters00:00 The Journey of a Cat Whisperer03:05 Telepathic Connections with Cats05:57 The Purpose of Cats in Our Lives08:55 Understanding Cat Archetypes11:56 The Role of Starseeds and Cats14:53 Finding Your Purpose and Following Your Passion18:07 Courses and Guidance for Aspiring Cat Whisperers20:49 The Call of Cats and Their Spiritual Significance~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Subscribe for more tips like this: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvISmeJ5AnloEqWtOCv5Ww/?sub_confirmation=1New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQTjP9VALyDQc7RPYSw9A1rx5ukfI42Lb~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Join our tribe! You're welcome here.https://myfantasia.netLaura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure!For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at http://www.lauragiles.net​. To work with Laura, go to http://lauragiles.org.Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

What if your deepest wounds held the key to your greatest transformation? In this powerful and emotionally resonant conversation, Laura unveils the profound role of Chiron in astrology—the "Wounded Healer" that lives in your natal chart. Discover how Chiron’s placement reveals your core pain, your soul’s healing path, and even the potential to break cycles of ancestral trauma. Learn how each zodiac sign’s Chiron holds unique lessons, why the retrograde phase is crucial for reflection, and how to embrace Chiron’s energy to become a healer—not just for yourself, but for others. If you've ever wondered why some wounds never seem to fade, this is the video that could change everything.Chapters00:00 The Multifaceted Life of Laura Alyn02:08 Understanding Chiron: The Wounded Healer05:53 Chiron's Influence in the Natal Chart12:12 Exploring Chiron Through the Zodiac Signs21:04 Finding Your Chiron Placement23:03 Chiron Retrograde: Reflection and Healing27:02 Real-Life Applications of Chiron in Healing29:51 Chiron's Connections with Other Planets35:49 Ancestral Healing and Chiron38:01 Misconceptions About ChironGuest: Laura Alynhttps://www.instagram.com/itslauraalyn/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ila-radio/id1766422947~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Subscribe for more tips like this: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvISmeJ5AnloEqWtOCv5Ww/?sub_confirmation=1New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQTjP9VALyDQc7RPYSw9A1rx5ukfI42Lb~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Join our tribe! You're welcome here.http://www.myfantasia.netLaura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure!For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at http://www.lauragiles.net​. To work with Laura, go to http://lauragiles.org.Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

If you’ve ever felt your animal was trying to tell you something—this is the conversation that proves you were right.In this eye-opening conversation, world-renowned animal communicator Penelope Smith reveals the untapped power of telepathic connection between humans and animals. Discover how to tell the difference between your thoughts and an animal's true message, why silence and inner awareness are key to unlocking this bond, and how trauma—both human and animal—shapes behavior. Penelope also explores the spiritual afterlife of animals, the ripple effect of cross-species communication on human evolution, and how cultural beliefs influence what we think is possible. This isn’t just about animals—it’s about awakening to a world far more alive and connected than we ever imagined.Guest: Penelope Smith https://animaltalk.netSign up for Penelope's class here: https://tinyurl.com/mw73yr42Chapters00:00 Introduction to Animal Communication03:06 The Journey of Discovery05:59 Understanding Telepathic Communication08:53 The Role of Silence and Awareness11:56 Connecting with Animals15:05 Humor and Personality in Animal Communication17:52 The Spiritual Realm and Afterlife of Animals20:54 The Impact of Human Trauma on Animals23:54 The Ripple Effect of Animal Communication26:50 Cultural Perspectives in Animal Communication30:02 The Future of Animal Communication~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Subscribe for more tips like this: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvISmeJ5AnloEqWtOCv5Ww/?sub_confirmation=1New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQTjP9VALyDQc7RPYSw9A1rx5ukfI42Lb~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Join our tribe! You're welcome here.https://myfantasia.netLaura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure!For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at http://www.lauragiles.net​. To work with Laura, go to http://lauragiles.org.Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

In this illuminating conversation, Laura Giles sits down with award-winning poet and author Frank LaRue Owen to explore the deep currents of self-discovery, inner nourishment, and poetic expression. Together, they delve into the power of self-befriendment, the art of becoming an offering to the world, and writing as a form of cultural soul retrieval. Frank shares wisdom on mentorship, the pursuit of inner peace, and his distinctive approach to guiding others on their spiritual journeys. The discussion culminates with a look into Frank’s upcoming projects and his vision for helping others forge their own creative and spiritual traditions. If you’re drawn to poetry, contemplation, and the sacred act of personal growth, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.Guest Bio:Frank Owen is a Scottish-American Weyfarer, poet, and counselor who provides a unique form of spiritual companioning, influenced by his graduate studies in transpersonal and Jungian archetypal psychology, that weaves together spiritual counsel, life-path coaching, and dreamwork. He works with a range of clientele, from spiritual seekers and would-be artists and poets, to therapists, coaches, and chaplains-in-training. Contact: soulfaring.orgChapters00:00 The Great Story That Binds Us03:00 Self-Befriendment and Inner Nourishment05:53 Becoming the Offering: Hospitality and Stewardship09:06 The Art of Expression: Poetry and Experience14:59 The Journey of Writing and Cultural Soul Retrieval20:03 Finding Peace: The Battle Within22:58 Mentorship and Guidance on the Path26:50 Soul Fairing: A Unique Approach to Mentorship31:46 The Future: New Projects and Creative DirectionsTheme music: Orchestral Epic from Pixabay〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠https://myfantasia.podia.com 🎧🎧 The Fantasia Podcast 🎧🎧 ⁠⁠⁠https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/myfan... 🎧〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰🙏 Social Media🙏⁠https://x.com/i/communities/18439771849704... ⁠🙏⁠ / @myfantasia 🙏⁠💬 Need a healing session with Laura Giles? Let's talk.💬 💬⁠⁠ https://lauragiles.org⁠⁠ 💬 〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰〰#bethechange #oneness

In this conversation, Laura Giles speaks with Tigrilla Gardenia about her unique name, the transformative power of naming rituals, and her journey as a world ambassador for plant advocacy. Tigrilla shares her experiences with plant communication, the significance of the Damanhur community, and the lessons learned from plants as teachers. The discussion emphasizes the importance of building relationships with plants and understanding their role in personal growth and ecosystem dynamics. In this conversation, Tigrilla Gardenia shares her profound experiences and insights into the unique communication and relationships humans can cultivate with plants. She discusses the importance of check-ins with plants, the silent yet impactful presence they hold, and how these relationships influence her lifestyle choices. Tigrilla emphasizes the need for awareness and respect in human-plant interactions, exploring the broader implications of reconnecting with nature and the journey of reawakening humanity's collective consciousness. She also introduces her community resources for those interested in deepening their understanding of plant communication. Be sure to check out the entire interview with Tigrilla Gardenia. https://tigrillagardenia.com Chapters 00:00 The Meaning Behind a Unique Name 03:01 Transformation Through Naming Rituals 06:05 Becoming a World Ambassador for Plant Advocacy 08:58 The Journey of Plant Communication 12:13 Understanding the Singing Plants of Damanhur 14:47 The Role of Plants in Personal Growth 18:02 The Two-Way Conversation with Plants 20:53 Lessons from Plant Teachers 24:14 Building Relationships with Plants 28:12 The Unique Communication with Plants 33:09 Navigating Mainstream Society 36:01 The Silent Presence of Plants 42:51 Understanding Plant Relationships 44:24 The Impact of Plant Relationships on Lifestyle 49:03 Reawakening Humanity's Connection with Nature 53:03 Accessing Coaching and Community Resources ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subscribe for more tips like this: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHvISmeJ5AnloEqWtOCv5Ww/?sub_confirmation=1 New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQTjP9VALyDQc7RPYSw9A1rx5ukfI42Lb ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Join our tribe! You're welcome here. https://myfantasia.podia.com Laura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure! For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at http://www.lauragiles.net​. To work with Laura, go to http://lauragiles.org. Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

In this enlightening conversation, Laura Giles speaks with Aaron French about his unique journey towards spiritual awakening, emphasizing the importance of nature, mentorship, and curiosity in personal growth. Aaron shares his experiences from living in the jungle to his encounters with various spiritual traditions, highlighting how these experiences shaped his understanding of non-duality and the interconnectedness of all beings. The discussion encourages listeners to embrace their own paths, connect with nature, and recognize the simplicity of awakening as a natural process. In this conversation, Aaron from Natural Heart Alchemy discusses the vibrational healing frequencies he receives from nature, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the importance of spending time in nature for healing and awakening. He shares insights from his experiences living with indigenous cultures and highlights the significance of understanding our eternal souls and the choices we make in our lives. Aaron also elaborates on his transformational teaching methods, focusing on the path of the wizard and the importance of men reclaiming their power in a supportive and authentic way. Contact Aaron French https://naturalheartalchemy.com https://www.instagram.com/naturalheartalchemy/ Subscribe for more tips like this: ⁠⁠   / @pansociety  ⁠⁠ New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here. ⁠⁠   • Starter Pack! Watch If You're New to ...  ⁠⁠ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Join our tribe! You're welcome here. ⁠⁠http://myfantasia.podia.com⁠⁠ Laura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure! For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at ⁠⁠http://www.lauragiles.net⁠⁠​. To work with Laura, go to ⁠⁠http://lauragiles.org⁠⁠. Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

Nature heals! If you haven't heard about the healing properties of music yet, it's time you discovered them. Guest: Justin Handley of Silvermouse https://silvermouselive.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subscribe for more tips like this: ⁠   / @pansociety  ⁠ New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here. ⁠   • Starter Pack! Watch If You're New to ...  ⁠ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Join our tribe! You're welcome here. ⁠http://myfantasia.podia.com⁠ Laura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure! For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at ⁠http://www.lauragiles.net⁠​. To work with Laura, go to ⁠http://lauragiles.org⁠. Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.

Do you ever wonder what the world between worlds is like? Can we access wisdom and healing from the Dreamtime? S. Kelley Harrell shares her story of what it was like to like to heal from that space. It gives a whole new meaning to "holistic!" Check it out. S. Kelley Harrell https://kelleyharrell.com Gift of Dreamtime https://amzn.to/3Cjj8F0 From Elder to Ancestor https://amzn.to/4hGp3Ey ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subscribe for more tips like this:    / @pansociety   New to animism? These videos are for you! Start here.    • Starter Pack! Watch If You're New to ...   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Join our tribe! You're welcome here. http://myfantasia.podia.com Laura Giles is an animist licensed clinical social worker who specializes in healing trauma. She founded Pan Society to make animism accessible to modern people. She delights in inspiring people with the love of the land, facilitating a connection to Spirit, reviving a sense of wonder and belonging through her sacred travel journeys, past life regression work, transformational workshops, and mentoring. Join her on her next adventure! For more information about Laura Giles, see her website at http://www.lauragiles.net​. To work with Laura, go to http://lauragiles.org. Bumper credits: Music from Pond5. Videos from Pixabay and Pexels.