The Magic of Songwriting & Singing Your Story from the Soul with Shylah Ray Sunshine

Happy(ish) 11/11 💙✨Though today’s episode was originally planned to be solely about 11 soulful rituals for 11/11, I felt compelled to open up for the first 11-ish minutes about the weight this election has been carrying in my heart. I know it’s likely heavy on many of your hearts, too, and I couldn’t just bypass it. After sharing those reflections, I move into what this episode was initially intended for: 11 meaningful rituals to celebrate 11/11 (can be used anytime of the year, obviously) . Whether you’re seeking peace, clarity, or manifestation, these rituals are here to help ground and guide you. Hope you enjoy the 11/11 magic!... and f the patriarchy✌🏻SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ever wonder how to truly tune in to the universe and hear the voices of your ancestors guiding you? I chat with three extraordinary creators, Nyasha Williams, Grace Banda, and Kimishka Naidoo. The creators share the magic of their Elemental Alchemist Oracle Deck and Guidebook. Calling in from different parts of the globe... with both Nyasha and me in the Rockies and Grace and Kimishka joining from South Africa... we explore the deck’s grounding in ancestral wisdom, the elements, and the journey of decolonizing mind and spirit. Each of them shares their unique inspirations and the intentional process behind this vibrant deck that invites us all to listen deeply. Enjoy their magic!SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereCONNECT WITH THE CREATORSNyasha @writingtochangethenarrativenyashawilliams.onlineGrace @eye.am_chi.808Kimishka @kimishka.nkimishkanaidoo.comORDER THE ORACLE DECK & JOURNAL Elemental Alchemist Oracle Deck & GuidebookGuided JournalRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereMore info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notesOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the spirit of the witchy season, I’m diving into the mystical with a tarot reading for each zodiac sign! Using the iconic Rider-Waite Tarot deck and the classic past, present, future spread, we’ll explore what’s in store for every sign... from Pisces to Aries. 🌙 This episode is perfect for anyone looking to tap into Halloween's enchanting vibes, reflect on life’s journey, and maybe even draw a few cards for themselves. Enjoy the witchy magic! 🔮SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereYOUR FREE BIRTH CHART (not sponsored): astro-charts.comRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Discover the magic of honoring your roots. In this episode of Your Own Magic, I’m joined by three incredible women - Nyasha Williams, Kenda Bell-Spruill, and Mariah-Rose Marie - who came together from different parts of the country to discuss Saturday Magic, co-authored by Nyasha and Kenda, with illustrations by Sawyer Cloud, as well as Mariah-Rose's book, Cooking Like Your Ancestors. We dive into the heart of these works, exploring ancestral veneration, hoodoo, everyday magic, and the intuitive recipes that connect us all to our roots. Our conversation was filled with warmth and wisdom, as the ladies shared their unique contributions and special moments of reflection. Enjoy their magic!SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereCONNECT WITH THE CREATORSNyasha @writingtochangethenarrativenyashawilliams.onlineKenda @kenda_bellkendabell.comMariah-Rose @mariarosemarieemariah-rose.comORDER THE BOOKSSaturday Magic: A Hoodoo StoryCook Like Your Ancestors: An Illustrated Guide to Intutive Cooking with Recipes from Around the WorldRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereMore info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notesOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As the leaves fall and the season shifts from autumn to winter, we are presented with a golden opportunity to dance with change and tap into our creative flow. In this solo episode, I explore the spiritual significance and internal feelings of this transition and how it invites us to infuse our lives with novelty, creativity, and fresh beginnings. Whether you're feeling the pull to write a book, paint a masterpiece, start a new project, shift careers, or explore uncharted paths, now is the time to align with the season’s energy of transformation. Enjoy the magic of seasonal changes!SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode is a special one from memory lane, where we revisited a conversation that still holds so much wisdom. The Rolling Stones may have been right when they sang, "you can't always get what you want"... but you might find that you get what you need. Once we discover what it is we truly need, there's often a greater possibility of circling back and calling in what we've always desired—or even something better. In this episode, we spoke with Julie Solomon, branding coach, speaker, host of The Influencer Podcast, and author, about how to go from unseen to unstoppable. We covered practical ways to achieve this by identifying our origin story, tapping into the power of awareness, acceptance, action, amplifying possibilities, and more. Enjoy Julie's magic!CONNECT WITH JULIEjuliesolomon.netMastermindThe Influencer Podcast@julssolomonJULIE'S BOOKGet What You WantRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Your inner critic has more than one voice... In this episode, we get to uncover the hidden layers of self-doubt and empowerment with Jennifer Joy Jimenez, a transformational coach and founder of the Health & Well-Being Division at Brave Thinking Institute. Jennifer reveals the 7 distinct faces of the inner critic and shares how to overcome them, along with practical tools to unlock lasting confidence and embrace body neutrality. Through her powerful programs and retreats, Jennifer has helped women worldwide live more joyful, abundant lives. Enjoy Jennifer's magic!SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereCONNECT WITH JENNIFERBrave Thinking Institute with JenniferIG @jenniferjoyjimenez33FacebookTranscenDance Global bti.com/dance (don't forget free class coupon code she shared in episode)Journey to Vitality Transformational Retreat bti.com/tulumcoedRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this special Memory Lane episode, Raquelle revisits a magical conversation from 2018, recorded in New Zealand at the home of her dear friend and spiritual mentor, Emma Mildon. Known as the "Spiritual Personal Assistant," Emma is an internationally bestselling author, speaker, and creator of The Soul Searcher’s Handbook and Evolution of Goddess.Join Raquelle and Emma as they explore the divine feminine through the lens of Emma’s book Evolution of Goddess: A Modern Girl’s Guide to Activating Your Feminine Superpowers. The conversation flows through the five elemental archetypes of the moon, water, earth, air, and sun, and expands on the importance of embracing your inner goddess. From spirituality and self-exploration to astrology, crystals, and meditation, this episode offers deep wisdom for women to reclaim their limitless potential and power.SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereCONNECT WITH [email protected] of GoddessGrandmother Song (Lyrics at end of book)RAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's never too late or too early to begin daily mindfulness exercises! In this episode, I chat with Jesse Bennett, a children’s book author, wellness expert, and experienced Yoga and Pilates instructor. Jesse shares her inspiring mission to empower kids and adults alike through the power of kindness, mindfulness, and breathwork. We dive into her journey of writing and illustrating her four (soon-to-be five) children's books, each filled with guided meditations, breathing exercises, and lessons on embracing love and gratitude. Jesse also provides practical tips on how to incorporate yoga and mindfulness into everyday life, making this a must-listen for parents, wellness enthusiasts, and anyone looking to create a kinder, more mindful world. Enjoy Jesse's magic!SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereCONNECT WITH JESSEjessebennett.coIG @jesse.bennett_linktreeOrder Jesse's Children's Books hereRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

"We are building our own tables," wrote Robert Hartwell in his viral 2020 Instagram post that resonated with many. In this episode, I sit down with Robert—Broadway performer, founder of The Broadway Collective, entrepreneur, and Host & Executive Producer of Breaking New Ground on OWN, HGTV, and Max. Robert shares his powerful story of purchasing and renovating a 200-year-old colonial mansion, built by slaves in 1820, during the 2020 pandemic and the racial justice protests.I'm so honored to have the opportunity to chat with him about his journey of perseverance, rewriting his story, honoring his ancestors, his passion for supporting small businesses, and advice for first-time homeowners. This conversation is as magical as it is moving. So, whether you're looking for inspiration, tips on perseverance, or just an uplifting dialogue, this episode is for you. Enjoy Robert's magic!SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereCONNECT WITH ROBERTrobert-hartwell.comStory telling masterclassstrengthonstages.comIG @sirroberttakespicsViral post of Robert & the Hartwell HouseSTREAM BREAKING NEW GROUNDRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSubmit a topic or question in the topic box on yourownmagic.comMy Online Boutique - EYES OF ASPENeyesofaspen.comSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Anisa Beauty and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: www.anisabeauty.com* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Thrive Causemetics: https://thrivecausemetics.com/MAGIC* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/MAGICSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy