In this episode we’re joined by Jenny Lawler, a transformational leader, soccer coach, and single mother of four. Jenny shares her journey of navigating life’s challenges, discovering her deeper purpose, and embracing her authentic self.

Jenny opens up about the pivotal moments in her life that sparked her spiritual awakenings. She speaks candidly about experiencing profound loss, including the death of a child and her best friend, and how these events pushed her to confront her grief and embark on a healing journey.

Jenny describes her experiences navigating the dark night of the soul—a time of deep inner transformation—and how it ultimately led her to a place of surrender and alignment with her true self.

Jenny shares how her spiritual growth journey reshaped her approach to coaching. She realized that her mission was less about the sport itself and more about empowering girls to show up as their authentic selves.

Her dedication to creating safe, supportive environments for young women to thrive became her driving force. Through open conversations about vulnerability, mindfulness, and self-discovery, Jenny has helped her players build confidence and find their unique gifts both on and off the field.

Jenny’s story is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of self-love, surrender, and authenticity. By shedding layers of societal conditioning and embracing her true self, Jenny has found new opportunities to guide and inspire others.

• Profound loss can spark deep personal transformation.
• Letting go of societal "shoulds" brings inner peace and clarity.
• The dark night of the soul is an invitation to surrender and trust the process.
• True leadership comes from empowering others to be their authentic selves.
• Vulnerability builds trust and meaningful connection.
• Alternative healing practices can open the door to profound self-discovery.
• Protecting your peace and setting boundaries is essential for growth.
• Your voice is a powerful tool for self-expression and impact.
• Spiritual awakenings require trust, surrender, and staying centered.
• Empowering youth to embrace their unique gifts can create lasting change.

In this episode of the Awakening Conversations podcast, we dive into the energy of 2025 and explore how we can align with it by setting intentions rather than sticking to those old-school New Year’s resolutions. We share why self-acceptance and authenticity are so powerful and talk about how the words we choose can shape the experiences we create.

Our conversation is all about making space for growth, embracing life’s natural flow, and learning from experiences instead of getting stuck in rigid goals. We discuss the importance of letting go of what no longer serves us, releasing limiting beliefs, and creating room for new beginnings.

We also dive into balancing fear with courage, using visualization to manifest your goals, and how personal growth creates a ripple effect—not just in your life, but in the lives of those around you. Finally, we touch on the wisdom of understanding personal cycles and energies, like numerology, to help you align your intentions with the year ahead. This episode is full of practical tips and soulful reflections to help you start 2025 with clarity and purpose!

• Aligning with the energy of the year can guide personal growth.
• Shifting from resolutions to intentions fosters a more positive mindset.
• Self-acceptance is crucial for inner change and growth.
• Exploring authenticity helps in understanding oneself better.
• Words can serve as powerful tools for setting intentions.
• Creating space allows for the flow of creativity and energy.
• Life is fluid; intentions help navigate changes and opportunities.
• Learning from experiences is more valuable than adhering to rigid goals.
• Releasing limiting beliefs opens up possibilities for growth.
• Letting go of what no longer serves us is essential for expansion. Creating space is essential for new beginnings.
• Letting go of old patterns allows for growth.
• Self-reflection should be loving and constructive.
• We have the wisdom to guide ourselves.
• Balancing fear and courage is crucial for growth.
• Seeking knowledge is a personal responsibility.
• Visualization can help manifest intentions.
• Personal growth impacts those around us.
• Understanding personal cycles can enhance growth.
• Intentions should align with our deeper purpose.

In this episode, Kate and Amanda dive deep into the journey of transformation exploring how intentional reflection, consistency, and embracing challenges shape our personal growth.

Together, they unpack the dance between fear and courage, and how staying committed to aligned paths can open doors to creativity, clarity, and purpose.

They discuss the importance of pausing to celebrate growth, even in subtle ways, how stepping into creative endeavors helps dismantle self-limiting beliefs, how to navigate the discomfort of uncertainty while staying true to one’s calling and the value of supportive communities, like mastermind groups, in fostering growth and accountability.

Kate and Amanda also reflect on the unexpected ways their podcast has shaped their lives, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of staying committed to a creative project.

Whether you’re navigating your own creative journey, working toward personal goals, or stepping into a new phase of life, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiration to keep you moving forward.

• Growth happens step by step. Celebrate small wins and recognize your progress, no matter how subtle.
• Staying committed to your goals, even when it’s hard, leads to profound transformation over time.
• Regular self-reflection helps you see your progress, refine your goals, and stay aligned with your authentic path.
• Unlock your natural creativity by stepping into challenges and breaking free from limiting beliefs.
• Acknowledge your fears, but let your courage guide you forward as you grow and transform.
• Surrounding yourself with like-minded people provides accountability, fresh perspectives, and encouragement.
• Trust your journey, knowing there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to your authenticity.
• Focus on who you want to become and take small, intentional actions to move closer to your goals.
• Transformation is a lifelong process, so be patient and embrace the journey.
• Practice gratitude for all experiences, as they’re essential to your growth and evolution.

In this episode of the Awakening Conversations podcast, hosts Kate and Amanda engage with Katy Valentine, a shamanic practitioner and New Testament scholar, exploring the intersection of metaphysics and faith. Katy shares her journey of integrating spirituality into her academic pursuits, her experiences with shamanism, and how she helps others cultivate their spiritual relationships. The conversation delves into the importance of personal interpretation in spirituality and the connection to ancestral practices. In this conversation, they delve into the intricate relationship between spirituality, personal faith, and organized religion. They explore the evolution of their understanding of Jesus, the significance of community in spiritual practices, and the importance of cultivating a direct relationship with the divine. The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities within organized religion, emphasizing the need for personal empowerment and authentic connections with spiritual teachings.

• Metaphysics and faith can coexist harmoniously.
• Personal experiences shape one's understanding of spirituality.
• Shamanism offers a pathway to deeper spiritual connections.
• Academic pursuits can enhance spiritual practices.
• Creating space for spiritual growth is essential.
• Spirituality is a personal journey, not confined to dogma.
• Ancestral connections enrich spiritual practices.
• Direct relationships with spirit can be cultivated.
• Exploration of spirituality can lead to personal transformation.
• Understanding ancient cultures enhances modern spiritual practices. The connection to spirit can be developed through various energetic tools.
• Personal relationships with Jesus can evolve over time, reflecting individual journeys.
• Organized religion can serve both community and limitation, depending on its health.
• Direct experiences with spirituality can lead to deeper understanding and connection.
• The teachings of Jesus are relevant and can guide us towards justice and love today.
• Letting go of expectations can enhance spiritual experiences.
• Cultivating relationships with the divine is akin to nurturing human connections.
• Spiritual teachings are omnipresent and can be learned through life experiences.
• Power dynamics in spiritual communities require examination and responsibility.
• The essence of spirituality transcends specific religious traditions.

In this episode, Kate and Amanda dive deep into how we can navigate these times of great change and uncertainty. Together, they explore the power of holding an open heart amidst fear, how our beliefs and visions shape the future, and the role of creators in building a new reality. They invite listeners to consider how to shift from fear-based thinking to limitless possibility, the importance of crafting bold, imaginative visions for the future, practical tools to stay grounded, aligned, and intentional in uncertain times, and the transformative practice of keeping your heart open as a pathway to compassion, curiosity, and connection.

Kate and Amanda also reflect on the power of energetic awareness, the journey of self-discovery, and how embracing multidimensional perspectives helps us step into our authentic selves. This conversation is an inspiring guide for anyone ready to rise above the noise, take creative responsibility, and contribute to shaping a more hopeful, abundant world.

• Keeping your heart open fosters compassion, understanding, and connection amidst fear.
• Use curiosity to shifting from fear and into limitless potential.
• Bold visioning helps create a future beyond past limitations.
• Awareness of personal and collective energy clarifies what to release or shift.
• Embracing multiple perspectives fosters innovation and collaboration.
• Grounding practices build resilience and stability during uncertainty.
• True purpose lies in being your most authentic self.
• Questioning beliefs opens the door to transformation.
• Unstable times are opportunities for innovation and renewal.
• A shared vision of hope inspires others and fuels collective growth.

In this episode, Kate and Amanda discuss the current transformative times we are experiencing as a collective. They explore the importance of awakening to new realities, questioning authority, and embracing personal sovereignty. The conversation delves into the role of fear and hope in navigating change, the biological responses to uncertainty, and the power of choice in shaping our experiences. They emphasize the necessity of confronting shadows to create meaningful change and the excitement of the journey ahead. They explore the themes of navigating the unknown, embracing change, and the importance of inner power during times of uncertainty. They discuss the ascension process and the rising vibrations that are affecting humanity, emphasizing the need to acknowledge both light and dark forces in our lives. The conversation highlights the journey of awakening, encouraging listeners to trust the process and embrace their unique paths while fostering compassion and understanding for others.

• Awakening involves seeing beyond our previously held beliefs.
• Confronting the shadow is essential for transformation.
• We have the power to choose our experiences during change.
• Fear can perpetuate more fear, limiting our growth.
• The current times are a collective dark night of the soul.
• Astrological shifts are influencing our collective consciousness.
• Questioning authority is crucial for personal sovereignty.
• Embracing uncertainty can lead to growth and evolution.
• Our biological responses to change can affect our mindset.
• Hope and excitement coexist with fear in transformative times. It's always unknown, it's just heightened now.
• We have zero idea of what's going to happen.
• The only thing we have power over is our own internal.
• We can project the energy that we cultivate inside.
• It's time to re-examine who you are spending your time with.
• We are the creators of our future reality.
• We must overturn every stone to see what's underneath.
• We have to see the whole picture.
• We must allow everyone their own journey.
• We have to learn how to love those parts of us.

In this enlightening conversation, we are joined by Kirsten McCormick. Musician turned youth advocate, and mother of five from Texas who is revolutionizing teen experiences. We discuss the need for in-person connections among teenagers in this digital age, and the innovative programs Kirsten has developed, including Teen Connect and Teen Connect Adventures. Programs that are helping teens develop meaningful social connections, improve their mental health and foster their creativity.

The conversation emphasizes fostering independence in children, the significance of real-world experiences, and the valuable lessons learned through failure. Kirsten discusses the importance of allowing kids to make mistakes in a safe environment and highlights the significance of recognizing each teen as an individual, and the transformative power of travel in fostering empathy and personal growth.

Kirsten shares her journey of grounding in authenticity and the lessons learned from her children, particularly in navigating emotions. The conversation culminates in the importance of creating opportunities for teens to explore and connect with the world around them.

• Creating our own reality is possible through purposeful actions.
• In-person connections are crucial for teenagers' development.
• Free range play is vital for building confidence and responsibility.
• Failure is a necessary part of learning and growth.
• Real-world experiences help teens develop resilience and independence.
• Creating safe spaces allows kids to experiment and grow.
• Recognizing teens as individuals fosters their development.
• Travel broadens perspectives and fosters empathy.
• Grounding in authenticity enhances personal growth.
• Experiences outside comfort zones are transformative.

In this episode, Kate and Amanda explore the profound interplay between death and life, examining how our fears and cultural perceptions of mortality influence the way we live. They highlight the transformative power of confronting fears, emphasizing how an awareness of mortality can deepen our relationships, enhance presence, and foster personal growth. The conversation delves into the cyclical nature of life, grief as a catalyst for connection, and the potential of death to serve as a gateway to a richer, more meaningful existence. Their insights encourage listeners to embrace the fullness of life and choose love over fear.

• Death invites us to cherish life more deeply.
• Cultural attitudes shape how we view mortality.
• Living fully requires presence in the moment.
• The fear of death often drives our search for meaning.
• Awareness of time can either inspire or restrict us.
• Growth comes from facing our fears.
• Life’s cycles of death and rebirth foster transformation.
• Choosing love over fear leads to a richer experience.
• Growth is uncomfortable but necessary.
• Each moment presents a choice: fear or love.
• Fear can uncover hidden strengths.
• Mortality deepens our connections with others.
• Grief helps us navigate the full range of human emotion.
• Death acts as a portal for personal transformation.
• Letting go of the past makes space for change.
• The emotional spectrum is key to truly living.
• Honoring loved ones means embracing the impact they’ve had.
• Death enhances our appreciation of life’s beauty.