Ep 342: Conversations with a Sorcerer: Life Lessons, the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Part Two

In today’s episode, I take you on a journey to experience profound well-being by connecting with the Sacred Heart, also known as Christ Consciousness. This episode draws from a conversation I had with Don Xavier on May 8, 2021, where we explored the concept of the Sacred Heart, its divine connection to higher consciousness, and how it acts as a powerful source of spiritual growth, healing, and inner peace.  During this conversation, we also discussed the ancient Incan principle of Ayni - sacred reciprocity - and how giving from the Sacred Heart, rather than just from the mind or physical heart, has the power to transform our lives and those around us. I share how this form of giving, when done with pure intention, leads to incredible spiritual and material abundance.  I’ll also introduce a practical heart-mind connection exercise that helps align the physical and Sacred Heart, which not only supports emotional healing but also unlocks an expanded state of spiritual awareness and well-being. This exercise connects us to the divine consciousness of Pachamama (Mother Earth), enabling profound healing and transformation in all aspects of life.   What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Sacred Heart & Christ Consciousness (01:32): Discover how the Sacred Heart, as a representation of divine consciousness, elevates our spiritual growth and well-being.  Two Hearts - Physical and Sacred (07:29): The distinction between the physical heart and the ethereal Sacred Heart, and how both work together to enhance healing.  The Power of Ayni (14:52): Explore the principle of sacred reciprocity (Ayni) and learn why giving from the Sacred Heart has a transformative effect on your life.  The Heart-Mind Connection (36:17): This exercise will align your consciousness, promote healing, and foster deeper spiritual awareness.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway:[Text Wrapping Break]When we give from the Sacred Heart, free of expectations, we align ourselves with divine consciousness and open the door to profound healing, spiritual growth, and abundance. Practicing the heart-mind connection daily deepens our bond with the divine and unlocks the potential for true inner peace and well-being.  Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube  LinkedIn    Mentioned Resources:   Start Your Transformation Now: http://www.jimfortin.com/app  Is TCP right for you? Book your free call now: http://jimfortin.com/bookacall  Get Your Copy of My New Book - The Subconscious Solution: http://jimfortin.com/book

In today’s episode, we dive deeper into the Conversations with a Sorcerer series by exploring a profound idea—that each one of us is a sorcerer, whether we recognize it or not. Far from the stereotypical notion of magic, sorcery in this context is about something much deeper: tapping into the source of all creation, understanding the universal forces that govern our lives, and realizing that we all have the ability to shape our reality in alignment with these forces. I’ll take you through my personal journey, including the life-altering moment I met Don Xavier, a powerful shaman and sorcerer who has not only guided my spiritual path but transformed my entire perspective on life. Don Xavier's journey is equally extraordinary. He was trained by another legendary sorcerer, Don Juan Matus, through a series of deeply spiritual and challenging events that seemed to be ‘written in the stars.’ This powerful connection is not just about their journey but is also about ours. The fact that you are listening to this episode is no coincidence—our paths are crossing because, just like Don Xavier and I, we are all part of a much larger plan. What You’ll Discover in This Episode: You Are a Sorcerer (02:03): Understanding sorcery as a connection to the source of all creation, and how you already possess this power within. My Journey to Meeting Don Xavier (05:45): The life-changing story of how I met Don Xavier and how that encounter changed my life. Destiny and Spiritual Alignment (08:10): The idea that our paths, including you finding this podcast, are part of a greater plan written in the stars. Don Xavier’s Intense Apprenticeship (12:30): The extraordinary spiritual challenges that Don Xavier faced under the guidance of Don Juan Matus, shaping his path as a sorcerer. Tapping into Source Energy (19:20): How recognizing your connection to source can unlock your ability to manifest, heal, and transform your life. Listen, apply, and enjoy! Transformational Takeaway: You are a sorcerer because you are from source. To connect with your true power, you must let go of ego, self-importance, and material distractions. Aligning with source allows you to experience spiritual growth and transformation. Let's Connect: The Jim Fortin Podcast Website Instagram Facebook YouTube LinkedIn Mentioned Resources: Start Your Transformation Now http://www.jimfortin.com/app Get Your Copy of My New Book - The Subconscious Solution http://jimfortin.com/book

In today’s episode, I continue building on the themes of life lessons, letting go, and personal healing, diving deeper into how these elements shape our spiritual and emotional journey. We explore the profound importance of releasing emotional burdens, which often stem from both good and painful experiences. Don Xavier teaches that these experiences are meant to guide us, yet unresolved grief and emotional toxicity can keep us trapped in the past, preventing us from living fully in the present. One powerful analogy Don Xavier shares is the “bag of rocks”—how many of us carry the heavy weight of our past experiences like a sack full of rocks on our shoulders. This emotional burden holds us back, making it impossible to move forward with lightness and freedom. By letting go of these rocks, we can free ourselves from the unnecessary weight and open up to the lessons and growth each experience brings.  We’ll dive into the concept of self-healing and the role of therapy as a guide rather than a solution. Don Xavier emphasizes that true healing comes from within, encouraging us to stop relying on external sources to "fix" us. The bag of rocks metaphor ties into this idea—no one else can take that burden off our shoulders; we must make the conscious decision to release it ourselves. We also explore the dangers of self-judgment and comparison, which block our path to happiness and transformation. By letting go of the past and its emotional weight, we create space for healing, personal growth, self-acceptance, and emotional well-being.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Life Lessons and Letting Go (02:51): How the good, the bad, and the ugly of life teach us valuable lessons for personal growth.  Healing from Within (06:10): Why no one can heal you unless you're willing to heal yourself.  The Power of Observation (11:29): How observing people without judgment helps you grow in wisdom and compassion.  Self-Acceptance and Happiness (17:20): How embracing who you are paves the way for true emotional well-being and happiness.  Letting Go of Past Baggage (23:01): The metaphor of carrying a bag of rocks, representing the emotional weight we hold onto, and how to release it.  Transformational Takeaway:  To experience happiness and peace, you must let go of the emotional baggage from your past and embrace self-acceptance. The power to heal and grow lies within you, and by learning these lessons, you can transform your life from the inside out.  Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube  LinkedIn    Mentioned Resources:  Get Your Copy of My New Book - The Subconscious Solution  Is TCP right for you? Book your free call now!

In today’s episode, I’ll share snippets from a powerful conversation I had with Don Xavier in 2023, where we discussed life lessons, letting go, and the importance of recognizing the blessings in every experience. Whether it’s a painful event or something we perceive as good, everything that happens in life is a lesson designed for personal growth and spiritual evolution.  During our conversation, Don Xavier emphasized how lessons will repeat until we learn them, and he also shared profound insights on death, grief, and healing. We explored the concept of death not as an ending but as a transition, and how letting go of grief can free us from holding on to toxic emotions. If you’ve been holding onto things from your past or feel weighed down by grief or pain, this episode will resonate deeply with you.  We’ll also talk about the role of therapy and why many people get stuck in their struggles. When we don’t learn our lessons, we end up repeating them, but there is a way to break free and truly grow.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Life Lessons and Personal Growth (01:30): Why everything that happens to us, whether good or bad, is an important life lesson.  The Toxicity of Holding Onto Grief (05:47): How unresolved grief can create emotional toxicity and block your healing.  Transition and Spirituality (10:54): Insights on how transition to another dimension is part of a larger spiritual journey and how spirituality plays a role in understanding life’s challenges.  Letting Go for Healing (17:00): The power of letting go of past pain to heal and grow spiritually.  Therapy and Self-Discovery (21:11): The role of therapy in our journey and how true self-discovery happens when we stop seeking external validation and start learning from within.  Transformational Takeaway:  Life’s lessons, whether good or painful, are all designed to help us grow spiritually. The sooner we learn to let go of the past and embrace the lessons, the faster we can evolve and experience true healing. The key is to see every experience as medicine for the soul, guiding us towards greater personal and spiritual growth.  Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube  LinkedIn  Mentioned Resources:   Get Your Copy of My New Book - The Subconscious Solution  Is TCP right for you? Book your free call now!

In today’s episode, we continue our exploration of living in a state of meditation 24/7. Building on Don Xavier’s insights, we’ll talk about how our ego can interfere with our spiritual growth and prevent us from connecting with our divine self. You’ll learn how the ego, fear, and emotions can create barriers between your true self and the higher consciousness you’re meant to embody.  We also dive into the concept of emotional control and its crucial role in personal development, and how unchecked emotions like anger, shame, and arrogance can limit our ability to live from a place of meditation. By shifting our attention away from these negative emotions, we open ourselves to true transformation and spiritual growth.  This episode challenges us to move beyond the convenience of living in our comfort zone and to push ourselves toward genuine personal development by nurturing our inner selves. The journey to living in a state of meditation 24/7 is about recognizing the power of choice, letting go of fear, and aligning with your divine purpose.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Ego’s Impact on Spiritual Growth (01:14): How the ego creates distance from your divine self and why overcoming it is key to living in a meditative state.  Mastering Emotional Control (05:36): How unchecked emotions like fear, anger, and shame hinder the divine within, and why controlling them is vital for transformation.  The Power of Attention (10:42): Where you place your attention shapes your ability to live in meditation and connect with your higher self.  Escaping the Convenience Trap (17:20): Why living comfortably limits spiritual growth and how embracing challenges can fast-track your journey toward transformation.  Confronting Fear (12:59): How fear blocks true spiritual growth and why facing it is crucial to living from your divine self.  Transformational Takeaway: Living in a state of meditation 24/7 requires mastering your emotions, transcending ego, and shifting your attention to your inner world. True personal development is about choosing to face your fears, letting go of convenience, and aligning with your divine self. When you live from the inside out, you cultivate a life of spiritual growth, peace, and true transformation.    Resources:  How to Meditate 24/7, Part 1  How to Meditate 24/7, Part 2  Get Your Copy of My New Book - The Subconscious Solution  Is TCP right for you? Book your free call now!  Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

Be the first to explore my new book! Join the waitlist and unlock early access to "The Subconscious Solution" plus special offers just for you! https://www.jimfortin.com/book In today’s episode, we continue our deep dive into how to live in a state of meditation 24/7, rather than simply practicing it. Building further on Don Xavier’s teachings, we explore how meditation is a state of being that integrates the physical and spiritual aspects of ourselves, allowing us to connect more deeply with our inner self and consciousness. By living from the inside out, we foster spiritual growth and align with our higher purpose.  We also discuss the concept of choice—how our decisions shape our spiritual evolution and how spiritual ego can interfere with our connection to divine energy. This episode emphasizes the importance of conserving energy, aligning the body with the inner self, and recognizing the power of living consciously to strengthen the bond with your inner world. You’ll learn that the way you live your life is a reflection of your inner world, and how making conscious choices strengthens that connection.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  Living in Meditation 24/7 (02:20): How meditation is a constant state of being, not an activity you do.  Energy Conservation and Spiritual Growth (09:15): The importance of conserving energy to deepen your connection with your inner self and foster spiritual growth.  The Power of Choice (21:45): How every decision you make impacts your spiritual evolution and alignment with your higher consciousness.  Spiritual Ego (29:38): Understanding how spiritual ego can hinder your connection to your divine self and the need for humility in spiritual development.  Transformational Takeaway: Living in a state of meditation 24/7 means connecting to the divine energy within you, aligning with your higher consciousness, and making choices that foster spiritual growth. By living from the inside out, rather than being controlled by the external world, you cultivate true spiritual power, energy conservation, and harmony.  Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

Be the first to explore my new book! Join the waitlist and unlock early access to "The Subconscious Solution" plus special offers just for you! https://www.jimfortin.com/book In today’s episode, we explore the concept of meditation in a way you’ve probably never heard before. Rather than something you do in silence or isolation, meditation becomes a state of being—one you can live in constantly, no matter what’s happening around you. This deep, transformative insight redefines what it means to stay connected to your inner self, bringing peace and clarity to your everyday life.  Drawing from Don Xavier’s teachings, we explore the concept of being in a meditative state 24/7, integrating meditation into your daily life by staying connected to your inner world rather than being consumed by the outer world.  We’ll also discuss how living in the outer world is the source of most of our stress, anxiety, and dis-ease, while true healing and peace come from within. By learning to exist in a state of stillness and divine power, we can overcome the toxic effects of external pressures and live in a state of well-being and health. This episode also touches on the importance of balancing the body and being, where our body, the physical container, should never control the divine essence within.  What You’ll Discover in This Episode:  The Difference Between the Inner and Outer Worlds (03:50): How living in the inner world fosters well-being, while the outer world leads to stress and imbalance.  How to Meditate 24/7 (08:10): Practical insights into maintaining a meditative state even while engaging with daily tasks.  Stress and Anxiety Linked to the Outer World (12:34): Why stress and anxiety come from living externally and how shifting inward can heal.  The Relationship Between the Body and Divine Power (28:51): Understanding the balance between your physical body and the divine energy it contains.  True Health and Well-being (19:37): How staying connected to your inner world supports true well-being, without letting external circumstances control your state.  Transformational Takeaway  Meditation is not something you just do - it’s a state of being. By staying connected to your inner world and not letting the outer world control you, you can live in alignment with your divine power, finding peace, healing, and true well-being from within. It’s about living in stillness, no matter what’s happening around you.  Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube    Love Turner: https://www.jimfortin.com/lovetuner

Be the first to explore my new book! Join the waitlist and unlock early access to "The Subconscious Solution" plus special offers just for you! https://www.jimfortin.com/book In today’s episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked yet profound role that water plays in our overall health and healing. Drawing from the teachings of Don Javier, we explore how water extends beyond physical necessity. It's a powerful element that carries memory. Water can be influenced by the way we engage with it - through our attitude, gratitude, and intention - which can directly affect its ability to nourish and heal our bodies.  A key point in Part 3 of this series is the effect of cold water on the body. Drinking cold water can cause crystallization in the blood, which Don Javier teaches may reduce our longevity by disrupting the natural flow of energy within the body. On the other hand, room-temperature water is gentler and works in harmony with our bodies, supporting a balance that enhances our well-being.  We also explore ancient practices like blessing water - a simple yet powerful way to tap into water’s healing frequency by infusing it with gratitude and intention. This practice allows us to access water as a source of healing and deepen our connection to its vital role in health. Additionally, we look at time-honored methods such as drinking from copper water bottles and oxygenating water, along with external supplements like herbs, as practical ways to amplify the benefits of what we consume.  What You'll Discover in This Episode:  The Power of Declarations (02:27): Your attitude and thoughts shape your healing journey.  Water’s Memory and Healing Potential (06:32): Water holds memory and why blessing water enhances its healing properties.  The Dangers of Drinking Cold Water (10:12): Cold water can cause crystallization in the blood and reduce longevity.  Copper Water Bottles and Oxygenation (15:45): Using a copper water bottle and oxygenating water can boost health.  Healing from Source (22:14): True healing comes from your consciousness and attitude. External treatments and supplements should support, not replace, your inner healing efforts.  Transformational Takeaway  Healing is not just about physical remedies - it’s about the power of your consciousness and where you focus your energy. By engaging with water mindfully, blessing it, and maintaining a positive attitude, you activate its ability to support your health. True healing comes from within, guided by your thoughts and declarations, while external treatments and supplements should only serve to enhance the internal healing you cultivate through awareness and intention.    Let's Connect:  The Jim Fortin Podcast Website  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

Be the first to explore my new book! Join the waitlist and unlock early access to "The Subconscious Solution" plus special offers just for you! https://www.jimfortin.com/book In this episode, we explore healing, focusing on frequencies, hormones, and ancient wisdom to enhance well-being. Building on the last episode, I discuss water frequency, the 528 Hz healing frequency, and their impact. We delve into balancing hormones, aligning with natural rhythms like the Mayan 13 Moon Calendar, and using ancient remedies and a positive attitude to support your body's healing process.   VISIT THE SHOW NOTES HERE FOR MORE: https://www.jimfortin.com/336   LIKED THE EPISODE? If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.   OTHER RESOURCES YOU MAY ENJOY: Join the Transformational Coaching Program My Instagram account My Facebook page Sign up for the 9-Day Get Unstuck Challenge Click here to send your questions   UPCOMING EVENTS: Join me in my 'Get Unstuck' Challenge to make the most out of 2024.   Thank you for listening!  With Gratitude, Jim Fortin

Be the first to explore my new book! Join the waitlist and unlock early access to "The Subconscious Solution" plus special offers just for you! https://www.jimfortin.com/book In this episode, we explore the transformative power of healing from a spiritual and energetic perspective. Drawing from a conversation with Don Xavier, I share insights into the profound connection between physical healing and the energy that flows through us all. This discussion focuses on the idea that healing is not just a physical process but one deeply rooted in our connection to source energy.   Don Xavier emphasizes that true healing involves aligning with divine mind and the universal energy that permeates everything. We examine how physical healing isn’t just about quick, external fixes but instead about connecting with a higher source of energetic healing. By understanding the synergy between divine consciousness and physical health, you uncover the secrets to powerful healing from the inside out.   Here’s what we cover in this episode: (11:29) Conscious Communication: Healing is more effective when your body is "listening" and responsive—two-way communication with your body is critical. (16:03) Activating Your Water: Gratitude and intention can infuse water with healing properties because water has memory and responds to positive energy. (24:16) The “F-Word” in Healing: Specific frequencies, like the Miracle Tone or the 528 frequency, can resonate with your cells and support overall well-being.   Transformational Takeaway: Healing is deeply connected to the energy and frequency you align with. By connecting with source and aligning with your higher self and divine energy, you create the foundation for lasting health. Understanding the synergy between divine consciousness and physical health unlocks the secrets to powerful, holistic healing.