I'm Awake! Now What?

This week I'm excited to sit down with international best selling author David Richards. David wrote "Whiskey and Yoga" a book inspired to help people find their purpose and live intentionally. David and I discuss his military career as a marine, transitioning into civilian life and subsequently becoming a yoga instructor. We muse on the parallels of yoga and the military and what each of those experiences has taught him. David shares beautiful insights from his book about, vulnerability, compassion and connecting with the part of yourself that is striving to define your greater purpose. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast To learn more about David Richards head over to his website and follow him on Instagram @davidrichardsauthor Music: Mr. Pixie Podcast Artwork: Arte y Alma Episode Sponsor: Saged

This Sunday, I sit down with Elizabeth Tripp, founder of Nourish the Soul NYC, host of Luminous Life Podcast, Spiritual Teacher, Light Worker and Life Activator. Elizabeth comes to the show to discuss the story of her life and how her early childhood experiences would set her on a path of helping people connect back to themselves and with Spirit. Elizabeth candidly discusses the trials and triumphs of being bullied as a child that lead to an eating disorder and overcoming addiction. Elizabeth and I talk about our inherent human and spiritual worthiness and why no one is broken. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast  To learn more about Elizabeth and her work check her out on Instagram and Facebook Music: Mr. Pixie Podcast Art: Arte y Alma Episode Sponsor: Saged 

This week I sit down with best selling author, spiritual comedian and manifestation life coach Andy Dooley. Andy brings many wisdoms and insights for creating the life you want to live, through direct action and thought modification. Andy emphasizes keys steps for what you can do to bring your life into alignment and stay positive on your life journey. He also discusses the importance of finding the humor in life and your path and how comedy has shaped his career and mindset. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast To learn more about Andy Dooley click the links to her social media pages: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and at AndyDooley.com Music: Mr. Pixie Podcast Artwork: Arte y Alma Episode Sponsor: http://sagedapp.com/    

This week I sit down with Tara Rae Bradford, CEO & Founder Rae Media Group, a boutique strategic marketing communications firm based in New York City. Tara is an International Speaker & Author. Tara & I discuss her book, which focuses on over giving & the byproducts of giving too much in all areas of our lives, creating healthy boundaries & why saying "no" is necessary in honoring the work we do & the connections we have with others. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast  To learn more about Tara click the links to her social media pages: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn Music: Mr. Pixie Podcast Artwork: Arte y Alma Episode Sponsor: http://sagedapp.com/

Mike Dooley is the co-founder of TUT. He is New York Times Best selling author, global speaker, entrepreneur, who was featured in the ground breaking movie "The Secret" and is one of the most influential spiritual teachers of our time. His notes from the Universe have become an affirming daily staple for anyone living in alignment with their souls purpose and consciously creating. Mike tells us about his religious upbringing; and how at the tender age of 10 he began to ask deep questions and relied on his curiosity as a guiding light on his journey. Mike walks us through the evolution of his life and defines his personal religion that includes everyone and everything. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @ianwpodcast   Music: Mr. Pixie    Podcast Artwork: Arte y Alma   Episode Sponsor: SagedApp

Pauline Torrey is a dynamic holistic wellness expert with over 20 years of experience in a wide variety of healing modalities. Born and raised in France, Pauline completed her undergraduate work at the University Of Bordeaux. She moved to California where she earned a degree in Specialized Somatic Studies Degree in Holistic Health at I.P.S.B College in San Diego, CA. Pauline and I discuss connecting with yourself in order to reach your optimal level of health by aligning your mind, body and soul. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with Dr. Ericka Good, family medicine practitioner, wife, mother and entrepreneur.  She recently started her spiritual journey and she’s integrated within herself a practice of gratitude that has shifted the way she interacts with the world. Ericka talks about her transformative experience with her new found spiritual practices and meditation. She wants to be light for others who are also at the beginning of their journey. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast   

In honor of Pride month I'm re-releasing my podcast interview with Dr. Gena Minnix founder of "The Human Empathy Project (tHEP)" tHEP was founded in Austin to foster empathetic connection around faith, gender, and sexual diversity. We cover the etymology and interpretation of the word homosexual and reconciling one's faith when you faith does not agree with the partner or lifestyle you have chosen. Dr. Minnix candidly shares her own story of reconciling her beliefs in order to create a safe space for members of the LGBTQ community to approach her team at tHEP. 

This Sunday I sit down with Stefanos Sifandos  Stef is a relational alchemist, international speaker, and author. Stef discusses his personal journey. We touch base on what it means to be awakened and on a path of personal development and enlightenment. Stef explains his work of being an advocate for men and how he is passionate about helping men connect back to themselves. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with Laura Forbes. Laura is the founder of Quit Dating Idiots a blog and coaching business focused around helping people overcome blocks in their dating life. Laura and I discuss conscious dating practices and navigating your own self development. Laura shares her passion for helping people and the importance of knowing yourself. Follow this podcast on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with Kimberley Pena, registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist, Dance Artist and Choreographer. Kimberley gives a historical account of how Dance Movement became a form of healing modality. She shares her story of transitioning from a dance career into using dance as a way to heal and restore the people who come to her for help. To find out more about Kimberley, click here. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with the founder of Awake Leadership Solutions, Hilary Jane Grosskopf. Hilary is an author, strategist, systems engineer and Yogi. She created ALS to combine eastern philosophies and principles of leading ethically and with equanimity to inspire leaders who are seeking more mindful and creative practices.  Hilary and I discuss her own awakening and what she hopes her books will do in the world. To find out more about Hilary's work head over to www.awakeleadershipsolutions.com  Ahead of this podcast episode, Hilary wrote two articles to supplement the content of our podcast interview to dive deeper into the themes covered during our interview; Spiritual Leadership and Awakening. Links to article are here: Does Real Leadership Require Spirituality? What is an Awakening?  

This week I sit down with Alisha Hawrylyszyn Frank, founder of Fiercely Optimistic, developed to help people through life coaching, Reiki, meditation and yoga. Alisha shares her life journey, offers important advice about following your intuition, and how to live in alignment with your life. We chat about depression and how anyone is susceptible. Alisha provides a list of practices that keep her grounded when bouts of depression arise. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

Part 2 of my interview with Billy, we return to the subject of authenticity and spirituality within partnerships. Billy shares wisdom about how we meet people where they are. I ask Billy, how many paths there are to enlightenment and he responds with deep wisdom and humor.  In a twist, Billy asks me the question that's been on everyone's mind!  Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

Billy Lee Myers, Jr. makes a triumphant return to the podcast! I asked Billy to come back this season to discuss Spirituality from the male perspective. Billy shares his own journey through spirituality and what it means to be an authentic male. We ruminate on that deep question "What is the meaning of my life?" and other deep thoughts around manufactured suffering and what "waking up" really means. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with author James McCrae to discuss his book "Shit Your Ego Says." James walks us through major themes in his book like, mindfulness, your higher self, and your ego. He gives poignant advice about staying the course in your own life journey and listening to your intuition. To find out more about James head over to www.jamesmccrae.com and follow him on Instagram @shityouregosays Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with Chelsea Jeter. Model, fashion blogger, reiki master, and holistic wellness coach. Chelsea discusses a formative religious experience that shaped her. She shares what she knows for sure spiritually and how she came to practice angelic reiki. Check our her blog, which she uses a platform to empower people, provide fashion and beauty tips with a holistic slant. www.uncouthxyouth.com Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with David Sandercott. Author, meditation teacher, entrepreneur & former high fashion model. We discuss David's spiritual journey & how he came to find his passion in teaching meditation. David wrote "21 Day Meditation Journey: Connect with Spirit Everyday in a New Way" For more about David head over to www.davidsandercott.com Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @ianwpodcast 

Jeannette and I return our focus to depression and specifically how it affects millennials. We work our way through, how as children we spend our time observing our caretakers consciousness which shapes us as adults. We discuss finding better ways to support children in their own consciousness and development. Jeannette also give poignant advice, for how to help your friends or a family member who might be struggling with depression. Follow this podcast on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram @ianwpodcast

This week I sit down with entrepreneur, social media strategist, podcaster and author, Jeannette Bridoux. We discusses how she became a social media strategist to help others grow and develop their passions. She talks about how her faith is woven into her work and service to others. Jeannette and I discuss how she suffered with depression in her early years and some of the misconceptions around people who are struggling with depression. Follow this podcast on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @ianwpodcast