The Magic in Music

Today on Sense of Soul podcast we have Mary Hillebrand, she has studied and practiced in the Plum Village tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh since 2001, participating in sanghas in Washington, DC, and Madison, Wisconsin. Formerly a magazine editor and writer, Mary is now a teacher and enjoys teaching mindfulness to her high school and adult students and sharing her practice with other educators.  In this episode Mary tell us about her book, Tears Become Rain, Stories of Transformation and Healing Inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh. In Tears Become Rain, Mary along with Jeanine Cogan share a collection of 32 mindfulness practitioners around the world reflect on encountering the extraordinary teachings of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, who passed away in January 202 stories. The stories encapsulate the benefits of mindfulness practice through the experiences of ordinary people from 16 countries around the world. Some of the contributors were direct students of Thich Nhat Hanh for decades and are meditation teachers in their own right, while others are relatively new on the path. https://www.parallax.org/product/tears-become-rain/ @tears-become-rain  

Today on Sense of Soul Podcast we have Marni Battista she is CEO and founder of the Institute for Living Courageously, Marni has cultivated a research-based, personalized, and holistic system that inspires ambitious women to shed self-imposed limitations, nurture authenticity, and live life on their own terms. She is adept at identifying and resolving thought and behavior patterns that thwart success in a collection of personal and professional spaces. Most of Marni’s clients have been coaching with her for 5 years plus—a testament to the dramatic results her methods offer.  Her new book, Your Radical Living Challenge: 7 Questions for a Meaningful Life will be published by Hay House in January 2025 and probes new ways to enrich happiness, fulfillment, and satisfaction via a unique self-assessment approach that meshes both  spiritual and Judaic frameworks universalized to empower all clients to draw from the roots of their fundamental nature.  She is the podcast of Life Check Yourself, where weekly you’ll get the raw truth from top experts and real people on the important life and love issues you want to know about. https://instituteforlivingcourageously.com/ https://datingwithdignity.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marnibattista/ Instagram: @marnibattista_ TikTok: @marnibattista www.mysenseofsoul.com

Today on Sense of Soul Podcast we have Spiritual Teacher, Dr. Michael Lennox he is a psychologist, astrologer, expert in dreams and dream interpretation, podcast host, and the author of several books, including his newest book, Psychic Dreamer: Exploring the Connection Between Dreams and Intuition. He conducts classes on shadow work, self investigation, spiritual practice, and of course, astrology, in a worldwide practice based in Southern California.  He is the host of Conscious Embodiment where he talks about the astrology of the week and helps listeners decipher their dreams. You can also tune in on to his YouTube channel like I do where he shares his expertise and has attracted a global audience, regularly sharing his insights including his daily astrological reading segment “Red Robe Astrology”. Dr. Michael has been seen internationally on many television shows, beginning with the Sci Fi Network’s The Dream Team and has also been featured on numerous network and cable television venues including NBC’s Emmy award-winning Starting Over, Soap Talk, The Wayne Brady show and many others. His radio appearances talking about the power of dreams number in the hundreds. For astrology classes, dream circles, daily astrology and more visit his website:  https://michaellennox.com

Today on Sense of Soul we have, Heather Lee Strom she is an author and galactic canine channeler. She is joining us today to share her journey of discovering her psychic gifts and channeling ability, as well as how she helps guide others on their path to healing and enlightenment. Heather Lee connects with high vibrational energies and galactic guides that offer healing to humanity. She discovered her psychic channeling gifts unexpectedly while writing her book: K9 Spirit Guides: The Healing Power of Man’s Best Friend, where she reveals that these unique spiritual energies are here to guide us on OUR journeys of healing, growth, wisdom, transformation, spiritual evolution and ascendency.  Visit https://heatherleighstrom.com for private healing sessions, mentoring with the K9 guides, and events. Learn more about K9 spirit guides https://www.k9spiritguides.com/ Learn more about Sense of Soul Podcast: https://www.senseofsoulpodcast.com Check out SOS’s affiliates! https://www.mysenseofsoul.com/sense-of-soul-affiliates-page  

Today on Sense of Soul we have the talented Mark Pinkus. He has been composing at the piano and performing for 57 years, his music is a reflection of his love for nature, love and relationships, moods, travel and his quest for peace and tranquillity. Mark practices and teaches Qi Gong daily and has been a student of prior guest on Sense of Soul Lee Holden internationally celebrated Qi Gong master. Mark's music plays around the world on new age radio stations, online internet programs, and satellite programs. Mark's CDs were distributed by the label Avalon/Solitudes in 45 countries and by Polygram and Universal Music, Canada.  His album Feeling Right At Home won the award for Best Original Solo Piano Album at the EPR music awards held in September 2017 at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Mark also writes books and composes music for documentaries. Last year he released his 17th solo piano album Walls I Left Behind which is now available on the international market and is working on the next album to be released this year. You can hear his music at www.soundcloud.com/markpinkus Visit his website at www.markpinkus.com  

Today on Sense of Soul podcast we have back Phill Webster he is a writer, actor, a knowledgeable confident speaker and spiritual teacher. After living abroad for 20 years, he returned to the UK and ventured into acting. He has since gone on to appear in movies alongside Sylvester Stallone, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Elle Fanning, among others. Last year Phill came on Sense of Soul to share his book Letting Glow which was his first book, and a profoundly personal account of grief after losing his mother in 2021. Phill realised that he had been dismissing spiritual calls to action his entire life.  Phill has trained with Indigenous Shamans from North and South America, as well as world-renowned mediums such as James Van Praagh, Gordon Smith, and Claire Broad. Phill has also studied Female Spirituality In The Middle Ages at the University of Barcelona, and is a trained meditation teacher as well as a personal trainer. He joined me again to share his newest book Glowing Deeper, from ancient teachings of indigenous shamans to Celtic folklore, right up to modern-day mediumship, he expands on the teachings of his first book Letting Glow and takes a practical approach to demystifying the mystical, enabling us to implement ancient esoteric truths in our daily lives. https://phillwebster.com www.collectiveinkbooks.com/o-books/our-books/glowing-deeper-letting-glow-trilogy Learn more about Sense of Soul at www.senseofsoulpodcast.com
  

This episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. Please read the show notes for more detailed descriptions and take care of yourself. Content Warnings: Mentions of Mental Illness, Death, Suicide and Sexual Assault. This episode is informational or educational purposes only and does not substitute professional medical advice or consultations with healthcare professionals.  Today on Sense of Soul Podcast we have Gina Cavalier, she is a Inspirational Speaker, Clairvoyant Healer, Mental Health Advocate, Author, Filmmaker, Artist, and Spiritual Teacher. Gina has secured two publishing deals, with her first book as a co-author and illustrator of the upcoming release, Surviving Suicidal Ideation - From Therapy to Spirituality, and the Lived Experience, available for pre-sale now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.  She is the founder of The Liberated Healer, which is a wellness brand that culls various health and healing resources is also the host of The Liberated Healer Podcast, where she aims to dive deeper into traditional and alternative methods of healing for the mind, body, spirit, and soul. Visit Gina’s website: https://www.theliberatedhealer.com

Today on Sense of Soul podcast we have, Corey Poirier (aka. That Speaker Guy), he is a Multiple-Time TEDx Speaker, and he is the founder of bLU Talks. Corey Poirier is the host of The Enlightened Passenger podcast, and is a Barnes and Noble, Amazon, Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller. He’s newly released book ‘The Enlightened Passenger’ is a compelling narrative blending self-help wisdom with the art of storytelling. In Corey’s recent TEDx he shared how when his five-year-old son was in kindergarten, he was shocked when the parent teacher conference focused on his son's perceived weakness, that his son still had a slant when he wrote his name. Nothing was said about things he was passionate about or excelled at. Something is going wrong in education, leading to the question. Why don't they teach about passion and finding your purpose in school? Take a listen to his recent TEDx http://www.coreyonpurpose.com

Today on Sense of Soul podcast we have Anthony Meindl, he is an award winning screenwriter/director, best selling author, and founder of the International Anthony Meindl's Actor Workshop/ Acting Classes and Workshops. He now has the largest scene study studio in Los Angeles and locations in 10 other cities around the world. He is the host of “In The Moment: The Acting & Theater Podcast”, Anthony tackling subject matters around social causes and what it means to be a human being in the 21st century.  As a filmmaker, Anthony has received a number of awards and acclaim. His latest feature film, Where We Go From Here sold to HULU. It premiered at Outfest, won the “Best Screenplay” award at Q-Films Long Beach, and the “Jury Award” at NYC’s East Village Queer Film Festival. His films tackle social causes ranging from gun violence to climate justice and the climate crisis to LGBTQ rights. Anthony has also written 5 best-selling books on creativity and silencing your inner critic, including his grounding breaking book, At Left Brain Turn Right, and his newest book UNSTUCK: A Life Manual On How To Be More Creative, Overcome Your Obstacles, and Get Shit Done. His book’s can be found on Amazon. Visit Antony’s website at https://www.anthonymeindl.com Follow his journey on Instagram: @AnthonyMeindl and @amawstudios https://facebook.com/anthonymeindl Check out his YouTube Channel, https://youtube.com@AnthonyMeindl Learn more about Sense of Soul Podcast: https://www.senseofsoulpodcast.com Check out the NEW affiliate deal https://www.mysenseofsoul.com/sense-of-soul-affiliates-page

Today on Sense of Soul Podcast we have Jeannine L. Rashidi, she is an Alternative Health & Wellness Practitioner, a Doctor of Ayurveda in training who opened her Goodbye Tension practice in 2003, focused on alleviating the core of physical, digestive, emotional, and mental tension. Jeannine is the author of Abundance Beyond Trauma book and workbook, Discovering Your Courage For Change and Commitment to Yourself. Jeannine's commitment to empower and inspire her clients toward awakening the healer within has been a passion for the last 20 years. Jeannine's mission is to revolutionize how we relate harmoniously between the heart & mind after the disconnect from trauma and adverse life experiences. She brings her personal experiences of healing trauma, including the EDHIR® process she created, to guide her clients toward integrating the Heart and Mind. Visit her website https://www.goodbyetension.com https://www.mysenseofsoul.com 
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