Discover how yoga can transform children’s lives in this heartwarming conversation with Lauren Chaitoff, founder of Yogi Beans and author of 108 Awesome Yoga Poses for Kids. Lauren shares her journey of pioneering children’s yoga, the magic of breathwork for little ones with big feelings, and practical tips for stress-free school mornings. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or curious soul, this episode will leave you inspired to bring mindfulness and play into everyday moments. Enjoy...

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)...

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...

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! 🔮 More info, ways to connect, and sponsors'...

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. Also illustrated by Sawyer Cloud. We dive into the heart of their book, which explores ancestral veneration, hoodoo, and everyday magic, along with intuitive recipes that connects us all to our roots. Our conversation was full of warmth...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

"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...

This topic has been on my mind lately, and I know I’m not alone in feeling this way during these politically turbulent times. In this episode, I walk you through how I’m learning to shift my emotions of anger, frustration, and sadness as I navigate triggers when encountering people with differing political views. I share my personal experiences and the challenges of approaching these differences with compassion, while finding grounding and focusing on maintaining inner peace. This episode...

Finally another soulful solo! It’s been a minute… I know, I apologize. Anyway… in this episode, I approached my blue mic without a set plan, letting wherever the wind blew me guide the solo episode. It turns out my heart led me to share about how our expectations evolve and the transformative power of letting go… both of our ego and those expectations. I’ve faced this shift myself, especially with my podcast and the new path I’ve chosen to take. I dive into how I’ve had to release the...

Curious about entering the seductive world of sacred sex? Or how to fully (and truly) embody your inner goddess? In this illuminating episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the lovely Gabriela Herstik, a modern magick expert and author of transformative books like Inner Witch, Bewitching the Elements, Embody Your Magick, Sacred Sex, and her latest work, Goddess Energy: Awakening the Divine Feminine through Myth and Magick. Whether you’re new to the world of magick or looking to deepen...

Carly Stein shared several stories about both business and bees when she came on the podcast a while ago. If you're not aware that many species of our buzzing friends are still endangered, let her message enlighten you. Carly, a queen bee of her own biz, exemplifies how success stems from resilience, tenacity, passion, turning challenges into missions, and following your heart over external voices. Her thriving company, Beekeeper's Naturals, creates top-quality products using the healing...

How do you manifest your dreams? Where do you thrive best? How many hours should your unique energy be working? Ever wondered why you excel in certain environments and struggle in others? In this episode from YOM's memory archives, Erin Claire Jones reveals the secrets of unlocking your unique energetic blueprint through Human Design. This transformative system provides insights into achieving greater success in career, relationships, and life by understanding the science of self-awareness....

For those who love to stay active and those just starting to explore movement, this episode is for you. Dr. Jen Esquer came on the show a while back to educate us on healing our bodies and understanding that the pain we experience often runs deeper than the surface. She shared her fascination with studying the body, emphasized the importance of asking "why" in our movements, discussed movements to prevent injuries, taught effective breathing techniques, and gave invaluable advice for fitness...

I love a tool that unleashes something hidden within... and this power lies in your subconscious mind. It feels right to share the timeless wisdom of Ryan Haddon as she breaks down the why and the how. Ryan is a hypnotherapist, meditation teacher, and a top contributor to Kourtney Kardashian’s lifestyle site, Poosh. In this insightful episode, we walk down memory lane with Ryan as she dives into how reprogramming your subconscious through hypnosis and self-hypnosis can change your life. She...

You might have sung along to her hit "Into The Wild" while hiking or driving through nature. And if not, you must! I'm delighted to share a special memory with the soulful voice of Shylah Ray Sunshine. She shared her evolution as an artist, delved into her musical journey, discussed the many genres that inspire her, and revealed her writing process. She also talked about how she transformed her challenges into music, balanced her craft with motherhood, and even performed a few new unreleased...

I MISS THIS MEMORY! My friend Vishuddha Das and I recorded this episode in Nepal after trekking together with our dear friend Haley for seven days along the Annapurna range in 2019. Upon reaching the summit, Vishuddha had a profound experience, dancing with Lucy and the Sky of Diamonds, leading to a new level of "oneness" awareness. We also discuss our time basking in the presence of the "living goddess," a six-year-old incarnation of Kali. Additionally, we explore themes such as living with...

"Design your life, live your dreams.” Discover the secrets to transforming your reality with Lauren Zander, the life coach behind celebrities' success stories, in this compelling episode of Your Own Magic. I chat with Lauren, CEO of Handel Group®, to explore her unfiltered advice on achieving your dreams, overcoming obstacles, and boosting confidence. I appreciate her candidness in sharing practical strategies for removing bad habits, setting personal boundaries, and choosing the right people...

If you've ever come across a colossal mural featuring countless Buddhas lined up side-by-side, you might have witnessed Amanda Giacomini's renowned "10,000 Buddhas" masterpiece. Amanda has graced the world with the beauty of this artwork. Her 10,000 Buddhas project was inspired by a pilgrimage to the Ajanta caves in India, where she encountered a two-thousand-year-old mural depicting a thousand Buddhas meditating together. In this episode, she discusses her inspiration, the significance of...

Dear creatives, let’s take a trip down memory lane to revisit an inspiring conversation with the remarkable MC Yogi, who masterfully married Hip-Hop with Yoga. He shared his incredible journey from juvenile delinquency to becoming a beacon of peace and love through yoga, meditation, and music. It was fascinating to dive into MC Yogi’s mind as he illuminated his dark times, offering profound insights on life and death and how these experiences have shaped him. We also talked about his memoir,...

His goal is to inspire a million new poems in this world, so get ready to feel the nudge to grab a pen and paper and discover the poetry within your human experience and inner world. In this special YOM episode, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with Emmy-nominated poet and multi-platinum songwriter, IN-Q, to discuss his deeply personal new poetry album, The Never Ending Now. We explore his new work and talk about the profound impact his wife Andriana had on his creative process, his journey...