S2 Ep138: Navigating Hyperindependence - Ep. 138

✨ New Episode Alert! ✨ In this week’s episode, we're diving into the heart of kitchen witchcraft with our special guest, Elyse Welles of @seekingnumina. We explore what sparked her passion for bringing magick into her cooking space and how she creates a warm, comforting energy that anyone can tap into as the seasons change. From spells that ease us into the colder months with comforting foods to practical tips on organizing and cleansing your sacred kitchen space, Elyse shares her wisdom and rituals to help you make the most of your magickal home. We'll also get into her favorite spells, safety tips for practicing in the kitchen, and how she crafts her own herbal blends—yes, even if you’re someone like Brooke, who somehow kills ever herb she touches.🌱 Plus, she gives us a look at seasonal ingredients and herbs for Samhain that add a special touch to your autumn celebrations. If you're curious about how to get started with kitchen witchcraft or want to infuse more magick into your cooking, this episode is for you! Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

TW: This episode does discuss addiction and death, as well as other dark themes that may be triggering for some. Listen at your own discretion. There's a lot going on, both in our personal lives and in the world as a whole right now, and we're feeling it. Heavy. Although this episode leans more into a very serious, personal event, there's some comedic relief. Mainly because we're us. And we just can't end an episode without acting like a couple of 14 year olds.🖤 Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

In this episode, we dive into the magic of Mabon, the Autumn Equinox, where day and night come into perfect balance. We’ll explore the deeper symbolism of light and dark, reflecting on how these dual energies show up in our lives (while goofing off, as per usual. We throw our whole harvussy into it, guys.) From Mabon’s roots in Pagan traditions to the myth of Persephone’s descent into the underworld, we’ll uncover how this season invites us to pause, reflect, and restore balance. Plus, Brooke shares a simple ritual (sans chicken nuggets) to help you align with the energy of the equinox and find harmony within. Tune in for insights, reflection, and a little seasonal magic! Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

This week we’re THRILLED to have Melissa St. Hilaire, professional writer, witch and psychic-medium, on the show! Melissa’s book “30 Real Signs From the Afterlife” dropped in May 2024. Within these pages, Melissa takes us on her journey of researching, practicing, and teaching spirit communication and psychic development; giving intuitive and mediumship readings; hosting seances; and leading paranormal investigations and simplified it into a practical process anyone can do. Melissa available for paranormal investigations, seances, interviews, articles, podcast guest spots, classes, workshops/retreats, energy healing sessions, custom spells, and readings. Be sure to visit her website, check her book out, and follow her on Instagram & TikTok! Tune in to hear her give us some schooling on: Setting boundaries/banishing spirits Methods to begin tapping into the ‘other side’ Common signs spirits are trying to communicate with you from beyond Human vs non-human entities The existence of reincarnation and ascension after death Victorian table tipping seances Bonus moment: Brooke’s dad takes advantage of the spiritual energy and makes his presence SUPER known, live on the show!  Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

We’re jumping headfirst into twin flame lore this week, people! What are they? Why do so many people have the wrong (and unhealthy) idea of what they are? Do we even believe in them? There are so many questions to answer, and a whole lot of opinions floating around on the internet (some from you!) that we wanted to address! Lindsay and Brooke discuss the wild ideologies that surround the phenomena of twin flames as well as spotlighting celebrities who have proclaimed they’re in twin flame relationships. We also share stories about previous relationships, spiritual bypassing, and the toxicity that surrounds the Twin Flame Universe. Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

Mercury Retrograde is officially over as of the 28th -- yay!   In this episode, you're invited to explore how aligning your energy with the lunar phases can impact positively impact your menstrual cycle, dive into the challenges of periomenopause (send blessings Lindsay's way, pls) and laugh along with us as we discuss some plain old unfiltered topics, as per usual.   Thank you all so much for your passionate support as we've returned to the show! We appreciate you endlessly. Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

Why is it so damn hard to suck it up and just ask for help when you need it?! Tune in for a conversation about: What hyper-independence is and where it stems from Why it’s so hard to just ask for help Not being able resist doing something hard by yourself even when you know you COULD receive help if you’d just wait a damn minute Being able to rely on your partner to take care of things (even when you’re a control freak) Harnessing the Virgo moon’s influence this weekend Oh, and a big bonus here:  Brooke’s dad makes a *guest* appearance  Brooke’s Oliver Sykes fanfiction from 2011 (DO NOT GO LOOKING FOR IT, YA WON'T FIND IT!) Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

We're currently going through Mercury Retrograde until August 28th, so hold onto your hats, witches! It's time to dig deep, ditch what isn't worth bitching about, and practice saying 'thank you' for what you're blessed enough to have. Don't forget to join the Witchful Thinking broadcast channel on Instagram! It's BRAND SPANKIN' NEW! Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

The long awaited return.  Hi. We missed you. Books mentioned in this episode: “I Don’t Want to Be An Empath Anymore” by Ora North  Law of Attraction by Esther & Jerry Hicks  Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter

B is for: Buttrock Br*ke Bad words we don't say Brooke's singing career We've developed a sort of online/digital fatigue since 2020, and after watching Raw Beauty Kristie's video about how instant gratification has made creating content so incredibly grueling, we started thinking...is this how we've started to treat manifesting for our greatest good? If we don't get something immediately, are we just turned off of the idea of manfesting altogether?  When did we get so goddamn tired?         Want your question or story featured on the show? Write in to Lindsay at [email protected]! Join the Witchful Thinking Cozmic Coven & be a part of a private witch community. (It's free!) Email all business inquiries to [email protected] Apply to be a guest on the show Follow Lindsay on Instagram Follow Brooke on Instagram Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Instagram  Follow The Witchful Thinking Podcast on Twitter