Elana Bell is a poet, creativity guide,  and ritual expert.  She joins us to unravel the interplay of desire within the landscapes of life, artistic pursuits and parenting.   Our heartfelt conversation meanders through the spiritual practice of desire and its vital role in shaping our creative fire, all while balancing the intense responsibilities that come with life and motherhood. Elana's journey of transformation—from the initial shock of motherhood to the blossoming of her poetry and sound healing practices—paints a vivid picture of the raw, yet enriching experiences that can emerge. We peek into the delicate realms of grief and healing, sharing how establishing personal rituals and sacred spaces unlock the freedom to experience and express one's deepest emotions, an essential step for both personal growth and artistic development. Elana's poignant storytelling and poetic reflections uplift the soul, as they remind us of the profound shifts that can happen when we truly embrace our vulnerabilities. Our conversation culminates in a celebration of community's impact on creative expression, with an open invitation to join Elana's upcoming Creative Fire Circle, a nurturing space for artistic adventurers. The harmony of humming together in this episode is but a taste of the serenity that awaits, a simple ritual that can usher in peace and tranquility. As Elana generously shares her insights on incorporating ritual into the creative process, we are encouraged to explore the transformative power of artistic pursuits and the undeniable resonance they have with our collective human experience. Below you can find links to things we referenced on this episode. Contact Elana: [email protected] IG: @elana_bell Website: https://www.elanabell.com/ Creative Fire Circle: https://www.elanabell.com/creative-fire-circle Creativity Ritual https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KHORIbVItlTP6IE6phEs9w534kZZob-n3LbGgSXJQw8 Two Humming Meditations: https://vimeo.com/406331226 https://vimeo.com/4063 Drone: Elana uses an actual Shruti box to create that drone sound, but you can also use an app like itablepro https://apps.apple.com/us/app/itablapro/id337350026 Sylvia Nakkach’s Book https://www.amazon.com/Free-Your-Voice-Through-Singing/dp/1604078006 We'd love to hear from you. Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @desireasmedicinepodcast @Brenda_Fredericks @CoachCatherineN