It is said that everyone dreams - both literally and metaphorically. However, most people don’t know that their night-time dreams can be used for personal development. Enter dream incubation, an ancient practice that has been used by many cultures throughout history. Join us as Sister Jenna welcomes Machiel Klerk to discuss dream incubation and how dreams can help us in all areas of our daily lives. Machiel Klerk is a licensed therapist, expert and international speaker on dreams. He has...

Many of us would agree that today’s business environment requires a new kind of leader, one with empathy and flexibility. Is it possible to be a successful leader and a compassionate human being, or to balance your personal life with work? CEO Jim Blake says not only is it possible but it’s the key to effective leadership. But how do you bring this sort of clarity and vision to your business? In his new book, The Zen Executive: Gems of Wisdom for Enlightened Leadership, Jim Blake looks at...

In her powerful new book, Conscious Bravery, Caring for Someone with Addiction, Pamela Brinker combines her professional knowledge with her personal experiences to create a caring and helpful guide for those who are dealing with loved ones struggling with addiction and mental health issues. Pamela joins us to discuss not only how to navigate the emotional roller coaster of addiction, but how to survive and thrive with positivity. As a licensed clinical psychotherapist, Pamela has been...

Simran Singh says that we are at a point in time where the scales of universal justice are rebalancing our social systems and structures through the use of crisis, chaos and dysfunction. Awareness of individual expressions of fear, obsession and separation offers us the opportunity for transcending the human condition. Simran is a globally recognized speaker and catalyst for love, compassion and humanity. She is the Publisher of the 11:11 Magazine, Host of 11:11 Talk Radio, Guide for 11:11...

Connie Zweig, Ph.D., is a retired therapist and co-author of Meeting the Shadow and Romancing the Shadow and author of Meeting the Shadow of Spirituality and a novel, A Moth to the Flame: The Life of Sufi Poet Rumi. Her new bestselling book, The Inner Work of Age: Shifting from Role to Soul, extends her work on the Shadow into midlife and beyond and explores aging as a spiritual practice. It won several prestigious awards. Connie has been doing contemplative practices for more than 50 years....

Our guest today, Misti Dian says that "A life you love starts when you say YES"! She joins Sister Jenna to discuss her spiritual journey and her newest initiative, One Year of Intention, a serious one year commitment to healing your WHOLE self. Misti is a visionary and consciousness teacher who leaves others feeling deeply connected and empowered to create a truly sustainable life they love. With a degree in metaphysical theology and a combined 20-year career as a consultant and coach, Misti...

Some days, our hearts or souls can't find the glasses to see, and we cannot hear our own music. We find ourselves on autopilot, forgetting the preciousness of being and losing touch with our creative spirit. But on other days, our being fills with excitement, magically showing us the miracle of joy. Author Susan Lax joins Sister Jenna to explore the gifts of awareness and being present in the moment. Susan currently works as a spiritual counselor specializing in those touched by illness,...

In 2006, the story of Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil’s coming out made headlines in India and around the world. His effigies were burnt in Rajpipla, where the traditional society was shocked and publicly jeered and heckled. His family accused him of bringing dishonor and disowned him soon after, but Prince Manvendra felt a sense of inner freedom in which he was released from a "prison within a prison within a prison." Manvendra Singh Gohil is the Crown Prince of Rajpipla, an erstwhile princely...

Natasha Graziano is passionate about helping people transform their lives through neuroscience and ancient wisdom combined. She is the ‘number 1 female motivational speaker under 40', as seen in Forbes Magazine and a top female mindset coach by Business Insider. With over 15 million followers on social media, it makes her one of the most influential thought leaders today. From a homeless, broke, single mother, Natasha transformed her life and is now a bestselling author and speaks on stages...

What does Kendrick Lamar have in common with Disney's "Moana"? They recognize our common humanity and show us how to love ourselves and one another, says writer and educator Chloé Valdary. She uses pop culture to help people develop resilience and advance social change -- and explains why cultivating love is the key to connection, healing and moving forward together. Chloé developed The Theory of Enchantment, an innovative framework for compassionate antiracism that combines social emotional...

Most people experience fear and stress around money and they’re not aware how much it’s influencing their business, financial and family life, and their impact in the world. Money sits at the heart of our economy, government, social systems, and way of organizing life on this planet. It is an energy that is interwoven through every moment of our lives, connecting us all in an invisible web of exchange. When we change our relationship with money, we change our relationship with life. Sarah...

Matthew Fox is the passionate prophet - and pied piper - of creation-centered spirituality. A radical priest, visionary theologian, and ecumenical mystic. He joins Sister Jenna to discuss his exploration of the creation spirituality traditions in Christianity and other world religions, as well as demonstrating their relevance to the significant challenges of our times. These traditions affirm the inherent sanctity and creativity of the universe and all its inhabitants, and they assert that a...

Best-selling author, philosopher and teacher, Guy Finley has said that everyone on earth has the possibility to take The Hero’s Journey. Not as an abstract concept, but as the core purpose and driving force in every human being’s life. The Hero’s Journey is our birthright, and the greatest, most fulfilling adventure we will ever know. A true hero is someone who, in the face of daunting opposing forces – being called to make a difficult sacrifice for the sake of a noble cause – does so...

"No thanks - I’m not drinking tonight." In a culture that equates alcohol with enjoyment and social acceptance, making this simple statement can make us feel like we’re depriving or even punishing ourselves. "When we realize that we don’t want to drink anymore or can no longer drink safely, it can feel like the only choices are to spiral out of control or embrace a joyless life," says psychotherapist and sobriety expert Veronica Valli. "But it’s not true! Sobriety can be a path filled with...

We all experience “stuckness” in our lives. We feel stuck in our relationships, career paths, body struggles, addiction issues, and more. Many of us know what we need to do to move forward - but we find ourselves unable to take the leap to make it happen. Our guest today, Britt Frank, says you're not lazy, crazy, or unmotivated. She joins Sister Jenna to discuss why we can't think our way forward - and how to break through what's holding us back. Britt Frank is a therapist, teacher,...

There’s a quote that’s attributed to Ram Dass that goes: "If you think you’re enlightened, go spend a week with your family." From the moment we’re born and throughout our lives, we experience relationships. Today we’re going to discuss challenges in these connections - with our family, friends, and work relationships. Our guest today is Kathryn Ford, M.D. who specializes in relationships of all kinds and has been practicing psychotherapy, in private practice, for more than 20 years. Through...

The word racism carries a heavy burden, and the thought of dismantling it has even more weight. Our guest today, Rev. Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery tackles this subject with finesse and instills hope that it is possible to achieve racial equity. She leads the charge against fear, guilt, and shame that often comes with addressing racism. Rev. Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery is an ordained minister and licensed psychologist who invites people into transformation through the journey of sacred...

Jenai Lane has allowed herself to follow her guidance and intuition, coming full circle, as she now lives her life knowing her purpose in this incarnation. She is the founder of Spirit Coach Training. An award-winning entrepreneur, intuitive coach and trainer, she certifies coaches in a method to be spirit-led. Her Spirit Coach® Methodology has been used for over 15 years with clients one-on-one, online, in retreat settings and to train master coaches. She is the author of Spirit Led...

Do you ever feel that the life you’ve dreamed of and the one you’re actually living are very different? While attempting to overcome the obstacles and distractions that keep us from achieving the lives we really want – we can learn to take control of our minds, bodies and ultimately, our future. Join us as Sister Jenna welcomes New York Times bestselling author, Deborah King to discuss how anyone can release deep-seated layers of denial, fear, and anger to heal the mind and body. Deborah...

Christy Whitman’s philosophy is that YOU are the energy master of your own life; you embody healing energy and have the power to improve your circumstances; you direct this unlimited flow of energy wherever you want, allowing you to manifest; it is your Divine Nature to create - and this creation is invigorating! Join us as Sister Jenna welcomes Christy Whitman to discuss how desire is the force behind every act of creation. Christy Whitman is a New York Times bestselling author,...

Born and raised in Virginia, Hala Ayala understands our Commonwealth, its history, its challenges, and its many opportunities. As the daughter of a Salvadorian and North African immigrant father and an Irish and Lebanese mother, Hala reflects the growing diversity of Virginia and the strength it brings to our future. For over 20 years as a cybersecurity specialist with the Department of Homeland Security, she worked to protect our nation’s information systems and prevent attacks on our...

There have been timeless musicians throughout history whose hands seem to be guided by unseen forces. Possessing unexplainable musical genius, the exquisite beauty of their songs has delighted and mystified audiences the world over, somehow connecting us closer to heaven. Peter Sterling is one such musical treasure. A harpist of world-class skill, devoted listeners over the years have consistently reported greater peace, spiritual visions, and even miraculous healings while listening to...

During her years of meditation, many vivid memories of past births began to emerge for Dena Merriam, revealing an intricate and subtle pattern of cause and effect, the law of karmic unfolding. These memories became the subject of her books. The purpose of sharing these intimate stories was to help people see the long arch of their life, whether they retain memories or not, to help overcome fear and anxiety about death, to understand more fully the workings of cause and effect and to know that...

Unfortunately, the mental health stigma and shame continue to permeate our communities and families across the country. Join us as Sister Jenna welcomes mental health professional, Josh Cutler MSW, LICSW to The Next Normal. Josh is a regular contributor to the national conversation about mental health. He is passionate about sharing his own struggles with diagnosis of, and recovery from a serious mental illness, in the hopes that this vulnerability will lead others to seek help. Josh is an...